Mega Millions jackpot hits $300 million tonight

The Mega Millions jackpot is growing again.

With no grand prize winner since July, the jackpot has climbed to an estimated $300 million for the Tuesday, Sept. 29, drawing. The prize carries a cash value of $124.1 million, giving players across the country another chance at a life-changing payday.

The last jackpot was won July 28, when a ticket sold at a Wawa in Bradenton, Florida, matched all six numbers to claim an $800 million prize. Now, with Tuesday night's drawing just hours away, here's what to know.

With Tuesday’s Mega Millions drawing only hours away, here's what to know.

USA TODAY will post the winning numbers for Tuesday night's Mega Millions drawing after they are announced at 11 p.m. ET.

Mega Millions drawings are held every Tuesday and Friday at 11 p.m. ET.

The next drawing is scheduled for Friday, Oct. 2.

The most recent Mega Millions jackpot was won July 28, when a Florida ticket matched all six numbers to claim an $800 million prize.

The winning ticket was sold at a Wawa convenience store in Bradenton, according to Florida Lottery officials. The jackpot's cash value was $344.2 million.

Mega Millions tickets are sold at convenience stores, gas…

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