Press Releases

Mississippi Lottery Reminds People to Celebrate the Holidays Responsibly

December 19, 2019

JACKSON, MISS. – The Mississippi Lottery Corporation (MLC) would like to encourage everyone to play and gift responsibly this holiday season. As a reminder, all lottery players must be 21 years or older to purchase… Continue reading Mississippi Lottery Reminds People to Celebrate the Holidays Responsibly

Monday Winners! Mississippi Lottery’s First $100k Winner!

December 9, 2019

JACKSON, MISS. – Jimmy K. of Pelahatchie was on his way to work when he stopped at Hwy. 51 Chevron in Ridgeland. Wanting to try something new, he purchased a $100,000 Jackpot scratch-off game. He… Continue reading Monday Winners! Mississippi Lottery’s First $100k Winner!

Belated Birthday Surprise!

December 5, 2019

It was a couple of weeks late for a birthday gift, but Deanna H. of Collins didn’t mind. Her $3,000 prize on a 3 Times Lucky scratch-off ticket from the Mississippi Lottery was the best… Continue reading Belated Birthday Surprise!

Mississippi Lottery First Week Sales Reach Over $8.9 Million

December 4, 2019

JACKSON, MISS. – The Mississippi Lottery Corporation (MLC) is thrilled to announce sales for the first week (six days) brought in $8,932,200 resulting in approximately $1.9 million for roads and bridges around the state.  “Overall,… Continue reading Mississippi Lottery First Week Sales Reach Over $8.9 Million

Bagging the Big Bucks: Mississippi Lottery’s First Big Winner

November 26, 2019

JACKSON, MISS. – David B., 65, of Wiggins woke up Monday prepared to start his Thanksgiving week like any other. He was going deer hunting. “I wasn’t going to go hunting at first,” he said.… Continue reading Bagging the Big Bucks: Mississippi Lottery’s First Big Winner

Lottery Kicks-Off in Mississippi in a Big Way!

November 26, 2019

JACKSON, MISS. – The Mississippi Lottery Corporation (MLC) announced today first-day sales on November 25 surpassed $2.5 million translating into an anticipated return of $570,000 for the state coffers. “We believe Mississippi has more than exceeded expectations,”… Continue reading Lottery Kicks-Off in Mississippi in a Big Way!

MISSISSIPPI LAUNCHES INSTANT SCRATCH-OFF TICKETS!

November 26, 2019

POWERBALL AND MEGAMILLIONS COMING IN JANUARY 2020 JACKSON, MISS. – Amid lively music from the Southern Komfort Brass Band and a live radio remote from Mix 98.7, Mississippi Lottery Corporation (MLC) board members, elected officials,… Continue reading MISSISSIPPI LAUNCHES INSTANT SCRATCH-OFF TICKETS!

Mississippi Lottery Corporation Hosts Training Workshops for Approved Lottery Retailers–Installation of Equipment Begins

October 28, 2019

JACKSON, MISS. – In preparation for the launch of scratch-off tickets on November 25, the Mississippi Lottery Corporation (MLC), along with its gaming vendor IGT, will begin conducting retailer training workshops around the state over… Continue reading Mississippi Lottery Corporation Hosts Training Workshops for Approved Lottery Retailers–Installation of Equipment Begins

Mark Your Calendars, Mississippians! Powerball® and Mega Millions® Starting January 30

October 22, 2019

JACKSON, MISS. – Mark your calendars, Mississippians, for January 30. Powerball® and Mega Millions® will both be available for purchase in Mississippi on that date. “Mississippians will no longer have to cross into neighboring states… Continue reading Mark Your Calendars, Mississippians! Powerball® and Mega Millions® Starting January 30

Lottery Tickets to Go on Sale November 25! First Mississippi Lottery Retailer Acceptance Letters Mailed

October 15, 2019

JACKSON, MISS. – The Mississippi Lottery Corporation (MLC) announced today that lottery scratch-off tickets will go on sale November 25. “The earlier start date reflects our rapid progress,” said MLC President Tom Shaheen. In anticipation,… Continue reading Lottery Tickets to Go on Sale November 25! First Mississippi Lottery Retailer Acceptance Letters Mailed