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 scratched off the ticket and was thrilled at what he saw, that he won $100,000. When he got to work,… Continue reading Monday Winners! Mississippi Lottery’s First $100k Winner!
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Itching to Win
Over the weekend, a Waynesboro man felt a familiar itch in his right palm. “When my right palm itches, something good is going to happen to make me happy,” he said. “That’s what I believe.” A few days later, he made a stop at his local grocery store, Ramey’s Marketplace—Waynesboro, and purchased a few 3… Continue reading Itching to Win
Triple 7 Winner out of Byram
Sisters Martha and Lori were excited to win $500 from their Triple 7 winning ticket purchased at Blue Sky in Byram.
Belated Birthday Surprise!
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 present. Thursday, Deanna stopped at her regular store – Dandy Dan’s in Collins – and purchased $20 worth of tickets.… Continue reading Belated Birthday Surprise!
Mississippi Lottery First Week Sales Reach Over $8.9 Million
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, retailers and players were very positive and excited that the lottery is finally here,” said MLC President Tom Shaheen. “The… Continue reading Mississippi Lottery First Week Sales Reach Over $8.9 Million
Bagging the Big Bucks: Mississippi Lottery’s First Big Winner
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. “I went to town for supplies at the Jr Food Mart in Wiggins and bought five tickets, all Triple 7s.… Continue reading Bagging the Big Bucks: Mississippi Lottery’s First Big Winner
Lottery Kicks-Off in Mississippi in a Big Way!
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,” said MLC President Tom Shaheen. “We knew Mississippians were ready to play the lottery. We did not foresee the level… Continue reading Lottery Kicks-Off in Mississippi in a Big Way!
MISSISSIPPI LAUNCHES INSTANT SCRATCH-OFF TICKETS!
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, MLC employees, Sweet Potato Queens and an Elvis Presley tribute artist gathered around Rep. Alyce G. Clarke as she made… Continue reading MISSISSIPPI LAUNCHES INSTANT SCRATCH-OFF TICKETS!
Mississippi Lottery Corporation Hosts Training Workshops for Approved Lottery Retailers–Installation of Equipment Begins
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 the next few weeks for approved lottery retailers. IGT has been contacting retailers with information on the training schedules and… 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
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 to participate in these drawing-style games,” said Tom Shaheen, president of the Mississippi Lottery Corporation (MLC). “They will soon have… 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
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, the MLC has started mailing acceptance letters to the first approved lottery retailers. Letters will continue to be mailed as… Continue reading Lottery Tickets to Go on Sale November 25! First Mississippi Lottery Retailer Acceptance Letters Mailed
Mississippi Lottery Corporation Launches New Website, Social Media
JACKSON, MISS. – The Mississippi Lottery Corporation (MLC) has unveiled a new look for its website and officially introduced its brand on social media in advance of its anticipated launch of scratch-off tickets by December 1, if not sooner. The MLC website, www.mslotteryhome.com, premiers today with a fun, new look. “We have a website visually… Continue reading Mississippi Lottery Corporation Launches New Website, Social Media
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