N.C. lottery expenses may top $96 million

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NCPicks — Wed, 31 May 2006 15:09:43 GMT

I would think that yes expenses will increase some but monies comming into the lottery will greatly increase due to the interest in Powerball.Many,like me,have been waiting for this game to begin before we play often.If the jackpot can climb towards $100 million the game will really get attention in this state.

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CASH Only — Wed, 31 May 2006 14:19:28 GMT

PB started yesterday (5/30) with a few glitches. Would North Carolina's expenses go up further now that it has an online game

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NCPicks — Wed, 24 May 2006 19:21:39 GMT

One week to go.NC is part of a challenge to SG's trademark of the PowerPlay option.They have refused to pay SG for the right to use a multiplier in the Powerball game.G-tech,who supplies NC with its gaming needs,has stated that they will cover any cost arising from lawsuits over the trademark.It could get very interesting,very soon.

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Tenaj — Wed, 17 May 2006 02:44:09 GMT

I am anxious for NC to start up Powerball at the end of this month. Just imagine, going to the corner store to buy Powerball tickets. I will be equally excited when pick 3 and 4 arrives.

N.C. lottery expenses may top $96 million

Lottery Post — Mon, 15 May 2006 12:39:00 GMT

In its first few months of operation, the N.C. Education Lottery is spending most of its money on staff salaries, contracted services and new vehicles.

The lottery could spend as much as $96 million on operations over the course of a year, assuming it meets its projected $1.2 billion annually in ticket sales. Under state law, the lottery can spend up to 8 percent of its sales on operations, which includes advertising, staff salaries, equipment and other costs.

Tom Shaheen, the lottery's e... [ More ]