Kentucky Lottery Instant Play jackpot winner celebrates by handing out money
What better way to use the cash?
By Kate Northrop
A Kentucky woman made it her goal to spread the love from winning an Instant Play jackpot by handing out some of her winnings to strangers.
Christmas in July must have struck a chord with Crystal Dunn of Louisville, who decided there was no better way to celebrate her win than gifting some of the money to random strangers.
On the night of July 7, a message popped up on Dunn's computer alerting her that she had won a jackpot worth ...
Aug 1, 2022, 4:49 pm - Lottery News forum
Lottery rigger Eddie Tipton released on parole
Final decision after back-and-forth fate of convicted former MUSL Security Director
By Kate Northrop
Convicted lottery rigger Eddie Tipton was released from prison on Friday following a series of events that had his freedom in limbo.
According to the Iowa Department of Corrections online prison records, Eddie Tipton, 59, was released from prison in Clarinda, Iowa on parole.
Tipton changed lottery history forever when he was sentenced to the maximum 25 years in prison for rigging ...
Jul 21, 2022, 7:45 am - Lottery News forum
LOTTERY POST ANNOUNCES NEXT CHAPTER OF WEBSITE
Preview of new website available for use starting today
Complete makeover includes many new features and equal usability on phones, computers
By Kate Northrop
Lottery Post Founder Todd Northrop today announced a complete rebuild of the popular lottery website, improving the experience for lottery players on all devices and creating a solid foundation for future growth.
After two years of design and development, the new Lottery Post website is available starting today as a spec ...
Jun 24, 2022, 5:09 pm - Lottery News forum
Washington Lottery to begin accepting debit card payments
In a digital age, convenience is key
By Kate Northrop
The Washington Lottery is planning to rollout debit card payments for tickets at all its vending machines.
In an increasingly digital and cashless era, offering different modes of convenience is a necessity for businesses that aim to stand out and thrive. By accepting debit payments, the Washington Lottery hopes to make it easier for players who don't always have cash on-hand.
We recognize the world is evolving into a cashle ...
Jun 3, 2022, 12:52 pm - Lottery News forum
Big letdown for North Carolina lottery "winner" when barcode proves false win
By Kate Northrop
A Florida trucker experienced the letdown of his life after his suspicion of a big win was proven wrong by the barcode on his lottery ticket.
Florida resident James Kinard was sure the lottery ticket he bought while passing through North Carolina was a winner, but the good feeling came crashing to a halt when the barcode on the ticket proved it was a false win.
While making a stop in Statesville, Kinard decided to play the North Carolina Lottery's 50X Multiplier gam ...
May 2, 2022, 11:54 am - Lottery News forum
UPDATE: Hoosier Lottery pays out $1.78 million after Fast Play error produced 632 winning tickets
Lottery currently exploring available options for recovery
By Kate Northrop
The Hoosier Lottery has paid out $1,785,000 so far after a vendor error mistakenly produced 632 winning tickets in an in-state Fast Play drawing.
Last month, the Hoosier Lottery announced that it would pay out all winning tickets affected by a validation error for its newest Fast Play game, $20 Golden Jackpot.
On the morning of the game's first drawing, players experienced a technical issue that prevent ...
Apr 25, 2022, 5:50 pm - Lottery News forum
Parole revoked for lottery rigger Eddie Tipton
Decision to release former security director reversed
By Kate Northrop
Eddie Tipton, the former MUSL Director of Security who was convicted of rigging multiple lottery drawings in several states, will not be released from prison after his parole was revoked.
In January, Tipton re-entered national headlines when the Iowa Board of Parole decided to grant him his release from prison. However, the board revoked his parole in March after an incident involving him in prison came to light ...
Apr 9, 2022, 5:01 pm - Lottery News forum
UPDATE: Hoosier Lottery will pay out all winning tickets after Fast Play error
Lottery finishes investigation, will honor all claims filed for game's winning tickets
By Kate Northrop
Friday the Hoosier Lottery announced that it will pay out all winning tickets affected by a validation error for its newest Fast Play game.
On the morning of the launch of Indiana's newest Fast Play game, $20 Golden Jackpot, players experienced a technical issue that prevented their supposedly winning tickets from being validated.
Players phoned in and contacted the Lottery d ...
Mar 28, 2022, 8:52 am - Lottery News forum
Lottery courier service allows Minnesota players to buy tickets online
Minnesota Lottery players can now order tickets remotely
By Kate Northrop
Minnesota Lottery players now have the option of playing the state's top draw games online after a lottery courier service expanded its operations to the North Star State.
Lottery courier service theLotter recently launched its Minnesota website to allow state residents to play their favorite local games online.
In the past, the company established itself as a mode for international players to play USA lo ...
Mar 23, 2022, 6:15 am - Lottery News forum
Hoosier Lottery suspends Fast Play sales over ticket validation error
Issue affects every ticket sold
By Kate Northrop
The Hoosier Lottery suspended sales for its newest Fast Play game after players called in to report that their winning tickets were unable to be validated.
On the morning of the launch of Indiana's newest Fast Play game, $20 Golden Jackpot, players experienced a technical issue that prevented their supposedly winning tickets from being validated.
According to the Lottery, callers were stating that they matched all three numbers i ...
Mar 22, 2022, 12:48 pm - Lottery News forum
