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Lottery
June 13, 2024
Lottery in North Carolina Surpasses $1bn in Digital Instant Game Sales
In November, the North Carolina Education Lottery confirmed the launch of mobile scratch-off games that have also become popular as digital instants. Following other US states that have already rolled out the activity, the Lottery sought that it would benefit its popularity and sales. This was a correct projection as mobile scratch-offs gained significant popularity […]
Lottery
June 10, 2024
Raleigh Resident Bags $700K Payday from Lottery Game
The upshot? Vickie Koch, who wasn’t shy about disclosing her identity to the public, was able to grab $520,555 in aggregate after tax. Playing on Bison Bonanza, Koch was able to hit the rather unexpected outcome and score the epic jackpot, which is given odds in the neighborhood of 1 in 15.5 million. Lottery Winner’s […]
Industry
June 10, 2024
North Carolina’s Betting Revenue Drops 40.1% in the Market’s Second Full Month
North Carolina’s sports betting market experienced a significant downturn in its second full month of operations, with revenue plunging by 40.1%. The regulated sector still contributed substantially to the state’s budget. These funds will be instrumental in enhancing gambling harm protection efforts and financing various education and community-facing initiatives. All Metrics Recorded Notable Decreases According […]
Industry
June 3, 2024
North Carolina Man Wins $5 Million Jackpot after Heeding Inner Voice
Eric Walker of Concord had an inexplicable feeling urging him to buy a $30 lottery ticket. He listened to that inner voice, a decision that ultimately won him a $5 million jackpot, lottery officials announced Thursday. Walker’s story is a testament to the power of intuition and how a seemingly random decision can change one’s […]
Industry
May 31, 2024
Charlotte Gambling Venue Hit by Robber, $10K Stolen
Crimes at casinos, including cheating, fraud or even robberies are not uncommon. But while casinos with big gaming floors have lots of on-site security and are unlikely to fall victim to robberies, this is not the case for small establishments. By all means, robbery remains a criminal act and is punished in the courts of […]
Casino
May 29, 2024
Harrah’s Cherokee Valley River Unveils Milestone Expansion
Harrah’s Cherokee Valley River has unveiled a 25,000 sq. ft. expansion of its casino floor, marking a substantial milestone in the $275 million development project. This significant addition introduces a diverse selection of gaming options to North Carolina bettors, elevating the casino’s offerings to new heights. The venue is one of three currently offering retail […]
Industry
May 28, 2024
Raleigh High School Student Scores $1 Million Jackpot
An 18-year-old high school student from Raleigh, North Carolina, has turned a $10 lottery ticket into a $1 million jackpot, bringing an extraordinary windfall into his young life. This life-changing win was the latest in a series of high-profile jackpots in the Tarheel State this month, highlighting how fortune can strike when least expected. The […]
Casino
May 28, 2024
NC’s Casino Legalization Prospects Are Bleak amid Waning Support
Last year, North Carolina’s Republican leaders failed to progress a commercial casino legalization measure amid internal disagreements. As it turns out, the same struggles could prevent the party from making any meaningful advancement this year as well. To make matters worse, the clock is ticking and approximately a third of the legislative session has already […]
Lottery
May 15, 2024
NC Woman Wins $700K Instant Jackpot “by Accident”
A woman from Cary, North Carolina, has won the biggest jackpot ever handed since the launch of the North Carolina Education Lottery’s digital offerings. What makes this win so special, however, is the fact that the woman won this jackpot through a sheer accident. Cynthia Harris was playing Bison Bonanza, a digital instant game offered […]
Lottery
May 8, 2024
Man Wins Almost $1M after Sister Dreams about Him Finding Gold
A North Carolina man’s sister told him that she dreamt about him finding gold. Shortly after, the man proceeded to win almost a million dollars from the lottery. David Atwell, a man from Kannapolis, bought his winning ticket at Jiffy Quik for just a dollar. On April 27, the small investment netted Atwell some $837,187. […]