by Dar Danielson | Jul 26, 2022 | News, Recreation / Entertainment
The Mega Millions estimated jackpot for tonight’s drawing has been increased. Iowa Lottery spokesperson, Mary Neubauer, says increased sales prompted the change. “The jackpot for Tuesday’s drawing at this point is an estimated 810 million dollars...
by Dar Danielson | Jul 7, 2022 | News, Recreation / Entertainment
The Iowa Lottery is looking for the holders of two Powerball tickets worth a combined $100,000 which will expire soon. Spokesperson Mary Neubauer says the tickets were purchased at a Casey’s in Council Bluffs and a Kum & Go in Stuart. “They each...
by Dar Danielson | Jun 30, 2022 | News, Recreation / Entertainment
Iowa Lottery CEO, Matt Strawn, says the fiscal year ended Thursday on a very good note, but there are some signs of concern ahead. “The Iowa Lottery will post its second-highest gross sales total in history, as well as delivered the second-highest amount of...
by Dar Danielson | Mar 23, 2022 | News, Recreation / Entertainment
Iowa Lottery sales so far this fiscal year are nearly even through February when compared to the record set last year. Iowa Lottery spokesperson, Mary Neubauer, says higher gas prices and inflation are starting to show their impact on sales. “That doesn’t...
by Dar Danielson | Dec 1, 2021 | News, Recreation / Entertainment
Two of the five national finalists for a one million dollar New Year’s Powerball prize drawing are from Iowa. Iowa Lottery spokesperson Mary Neubauer says it’s the third year for this promotion. “It’s called the ‘Powerball First...