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Piqua lottery winners sued by co-workersNews Story
Four Piqua residents are suing their city co-workers who won the $207 million Mega Millions lottery earlier this month, claiming the winners didn't keep their word about sharing any winnings with all regular players. And they want $41 million. A lawsuit claiming breach of contract and conversion was filed Tuesday, Dec. 23, in Miami County Common Pleas Court by Doug Harter, Israel Carnes, Tammy K. Wright and Jon Litchfield, all of Piqua. Named as defendants are winners: Kenny Kirby, John
Dec 23, 2008, 8:48 pm - Todd - Lottery News

Texas Lottery confirms that Quick Picks are not generated by "central computer"Reply
The problem I am having with your statements is that you are being vague about where you believe there is manipulation. When we are talking about rigging a drawing , that specifically refers to altering the lottery drawing machine -- or the balls that get drawn from it -- in order to make certain numbers come out. Now, if you are saying that Texas is controlling the outcome, that is the only way I know to do that, because if the drawing in NOT rigged -- it is entirely random -- then ANY CO
Nov 26, 2008, 9:07 am - Todd - Lottery Discussion Forum

South Georgia couple wins $270M Mega Millions lottery jackpotNews Story
The grand prize in this week's Mega Millions lottery drawing, $270 million, will go to one couple from South Georgia. Robert and Tonya Harris from Bulloch County, Georgia became millionaires Friday night when their Mega Millions numbers, 12, 22, 19, 7, 13, and mega number 10, were drawn. In an interview posted on WSAV.com, the couple said they rarely play the lottery, but this time the couple used their grandchildren's birthdays, something they've never done before. They're my life. Them g
Feb 24, 2008, 10:15 am - Todd - Lottery News

Why the sudden concern with anonymity ?Reply
guesser...it might be good for you to retrace your steps in this thread. When amsoly41 mentioned there were 10 states that allowed anonymity there was no mention of it just being for Powerball. You narrowed it down to Powerball. In order to get the true picture it would be best to include other states beyond those that offer Powerball. Here is what I have come up with by reviewing both the Mega Millions and Powerball web sites. I have also listed those states that allow blind trusts. Wh
Apr 3, 2007, 12:06 pm - CA LotteryGuy - Lottery Discussion Forum

Mega Millions lottery ticket worth $34 million sold in Calif.News Story
A La Quinta liquor store sold the $34 million winning ticket for the Mega Millions lottery, the California Lottery announced Saturday. Murray Morton, owner of La Quinta Liquor Delicatessen, believes the winner is a semi-regular customer. I recognize the guy, but I don't know his name, Morton said by phone Saturday afternoon. I would need counseling if I won $34 million. The winning numbers 27, 30, 36, 38, 45 and the Mega number 13 were announced Friday. Mega Millions is a mul
Jun 19, 2006, 2:42 pm - Todd - Lottery News

Single mom claims $94 million Mega Millions lottery jackpotNews Story
An El Paso single mother of two who worked three jobs is now a millionaire after claiming a $94 million Mega Millions lottery jackpot Monday in Austin, the Texas Lottery Commission announced. Martha L. Cuellar, who chose the cash value option for $53 million, won the Mega Millions drawing May 16 with a ticket bought at the Good Time Store at 6390 Alameda, lottery officials said. The store selling the jackpot ticket is eligible for a 1 percent bonus, or about $940,000. Cuellar, a licensed v
Jun 14, 2006, 6:47 am - Todd - Lottery News

Neighbor states may lose lottery windfallNews Story
A solitary billboard between Nashville and the Kentucky state line tells the story of what surrounding states have to lose or possibly gain when Tennessee begins its own lottery next year.The billboard, leased by the Kentucky lottery, announces the latest Powerball jackpot. It is a subtle reminder that lottery tickets are available not far ahead.Kentucky does little to promote its lottery in Tennessee, spokewoman Sara Westerman said. But it would like to keep as much as possible of the estimated
Oct 8, 2003, 4:42 am - Todd - Lottery News

Are you playing Mega Millions with the $5.00 per play?Reply
Where the MM jackpot sits now on the all time record list: 12) Powerball: $1.0798 billion, Jul. 19, 2023 ( 38 rollovers , starting at $20 million) 13) Mega Millions: $1.05 billion, Jan. 22, 2021 ( 36 rollovers , starting at $20 million) ** Mega Millions $965M Annuity/$445.3M Cash Value 11/14/2025 (39 Rollovers, Starting at $50M) PENDING 14) Powerball: $842.4 million, Jan. 1, 2024 ( 34 rollovers , starting at $20 million) 15) Mega Millions: $800 million, Sep. 10, 2024 ( 27 r
Nov 12, 2025, 8:46 am - CDanaT - Lottery Discussion Forum

MM and PB jackpot increases.Reply
I will tell you what. I will make you a deal. For every Mega Millions ticket you buy that does Not win the Jackpot YOU send ME $1000 For every Mega Millions ticket you buy that actually wins the Jackpot I will send you $5 to pay for your ticket. Just imagine all the winning Jackpot tickets you will buy with my money! Not only will you get the jackpot but you will get to laugh and gloat that you got some stupid and greedy moron to pay for your ticket! If $5 Mega Millions
Oct 15, 2025, 5:07 pm - Think - Lottery Discussion Forum

Data breach at lottery tech vendor Brightstar exposes personal info of over 100,000 individualsReply
Mega Millions Price hike : In April 2025, the price of a Mega Millions ticket more than doubled, increasing from $2 to $5. This price jump was not well-received by many customers, leading them to stop playing. While the overall dollar intake and lottery profits have increased in some areas, the number of tickets sold has dropped significantly. The sharp downward trend, according to Mass Lottery Executive Director Mark William Bracken, can be traced directly to the size or rather the lack th
Oct 12, 2025, 11:25 pm - TwoMillion - Lottery News