Louisiana Adds Mega Millions

Posted on November 19th, 2011

Mega Millions is a popular multi state lottery game that has paid out several record jackpots. Mega Millions replaced ‘The Big Game’ in 2002 and in 2010 most states with lotteries began the cross sale of Mega Millions and Powerball lottery tickets. Mega Millions jackpots start at $12 million and increase if there is no [...]



Clerk’s Mistake Makes Louisiana Man a Millionaire

Posted on November 11th, 2011

No one likes mistakes but occasionally a mistake can actually be a blessing. In Louisiana a clerk’s mistake was responsible for a huge lottery win. Robert Thibodaux Sr., of Thibodaux, Louisiana claimed a $1 million dollar jackpot at the headquarters of the Louisiana lottery. Thibodaux purchased two Powerball tickets at a Shop Rite in Thibodaux [...]



Louisiana Lottery to Add Mega Millions

Posted on October 21st, 2011

The Louisiana lottery has joined the ranks of state lotteries offering both Powerball and mega Millions lottery tickets. Mega Millions tickets will go on sale in Louisiana on November 16th. Louisiana Lottery President Rose Hudson stated “Featuring a starting jackpot of $12 million, unique draw nights and only $1 per play, Mega Millions brings our [...]