http://www.ialottery.com/PressRoom/PressRoom_main.asp Read the latest news announcements about our winners in Winner News and about new products, games and other information in Other News. Mon, 13 Nov 2006 12:00:00 CST Fri, 03 Feb 2012 09:48:00 CST wmaster@ialottery.com Copyright 2012, Iowa Lottery Authority http://www.ialottery.com/images/lottery_logosm.gif http://www.ialottery.com/PressRoom/PressRoom_main.asp Iowa Lottery Logo 64 70 http://www.ialottery.com/PressRoom/W02-03-12.asp DES MOINES, Iowa - A Davenport woman said she and her husband were expecting to get a $5,000 check right up until they claimed their prize at an Iowa Lottery regional office. Sandra Speer Wins Top Prize of $50,000 Playing "Super Crossword" Scratch Game WMaster@ialottery.com(Iowa Lottery Authority) Fri, 03 Feb 2012 09:48:00 CST http://www.ialottery.com/PressRoom/W02-03-12.asp http://www.ialottery.com/PressRoom/W02-03-12A.asp DES MOINES, Iowa - A Clayton County woman won a top prize of $30,000 playing the lottery's "Crossword" instant-scratch game. Jane Moose Wins Top Prize of $30,000 Playing "Crossword" Scratch Game WMaster@ialottery.com(Iowa Lottery Authority) Fri, 03 Feb 2012 09:48:00 CST http://www.ialottery.com/PressRoom/W02-03-12A.asp http://www.ialottery.com/PressRoom/W02-01-12.asp DES MOINES, Iowa - When an Exira woman stopped to pick up her Hot Lotto® ticket, the store clerk accidentally printed a Powerball ticket instead, but it turned out better than either of them had thought. Judy Hill Wins $10,000 Prize in Saturday's Powerball® Drawing WMaster@ialottery.com(Iowa Lottery Authority) Wed, 01 Feb 2012 15:30:00 CST http://www.ialottery.com/PressRoom/W02-01-12.asp http://www.ialottery.com/PressRoom/W02-01-12A.asp DES MOINES, Iowa - An Eagle Grove woman said she feels incredibly lucky after winning a $30,000 lottery prize, followed by a few prizes at a northeastern Iowa casino. Lois Otto Wins Top Prize of $30,000 Playing "Crossword" Scratch Game WMaster@ialottery.com(Iowa Lottery Authority) Wed, 01 Feb 2012 15:30:00 CST http://www.ialottery.com/PressRoom/W02-01-12A.asp http://www.ialottery.com/PressRoom/W02-01-12B.asp DES MOINES, Iowa - After discovering she was the winner of a $30,000 lottery prize at midnight, a Council Bluffs woman said she didn't get much sleep. Donna Petry Wins Top Prize of $30,000 Playing "Crossword" Scratch Game WMaster@ialottery.com(Iowa Lottery Authority) Wed, 01 Feb 2012 15:30:00 CST http://www.ialottery.com/PressRoom/W02-01-12B.asp http://www.ialottery.com/PressRoom/W02-01-12C.asp DES MOINES, Iowa - A Wellman man said the sound of "Woo hoo! You're a winner!" coming from the Iowa Lottery terminal was one of the best sounds he's ever heard. Richard Grimm Wins $10,000 Prize in Jan. 25 Powerball® Drawing WMaster@ialottery.com(Iowa Lottery Authority) Wed, 01 Feb 2012 15:30:00 CST http://www.ialottery.com/PressRoom/W02-01-12C.asp http://www.ialottery.com/PressRoom/W02-01-12D.asp DES MOINES, Iowa - A Shellsburg man won a top prize of $25,000 playing the lottery's "Lucky Jar Bingo" instant-scratch game. Kevin Powrie Wins Top Prize Playing "Lucky Jar Bingo" Scratch Game WMaster@ialottery.com(Iowa Lottery Authority) Wed, 01 Feb 2012 15:30:00 CST http://www.ialottery.com/PressRoom/W02-01-12D.asp http://www.ialottery.com/PressRoom/W02-01-12E.asp DES MOINES, Iowa - A Des Moines man won a top prize of $10,000 playing the lottery's "Minute To Win It™" instant-scratch game. Steven Piere Wins Top Prize Playing "Minute To Win It™" Scratch Game WMaster@ialottery.com(Iowa Lottery Authority) Wed, 01 Feb 2012 15:30:00 CST http://www.ialottery.com/PressRoom/W02-01-12E.asp http://www.ialottery.com/PressRoom/W02-01-12F.asp DES MOINES, Iowa - A Des Moines man won a top prize of $50,000 playing the lottery's "Sizzling 7's" instant-scratch game. Rickey Baker Wins Top Prize Playing "Sizzling 7's" Scratch Ticket WMaster@ialottery.com(Iowa Lottery Authority) Wed, 01 Feb 2012 15:30:00 CST http://www.ialottery.com/PressRoom/W02-01-12F.asp http://www.ialottery.com/PressRoom/W02-01-12G.asp DES MOINES, Iowa - A Redfield man won a top prize of $30,000 playing the lottery's "Crossword" instant-scratch game. Ryan Reynolds Wins Top Prize of $30,000 Playing "Crossword" Scratch Game WMaster@ialottery.com(Iowa Lottery Authority) Wed, 01 Feb 2012 15:30:00 CST http://www.ialottery.com/PressRoom/W02-01-12G.asp http://www.ialottery.com/PressRoom/W01-31-12.asp DES MOINES, Iowa - A Plattsmouth, Neb. woman decided to stop for a lottery ticket after work and ended up winning a top prize of $25,000 playing the lottery's "Lucky Jar Bingo" instant-scratch game. Angela Hernandez Wins Top Prize Playing "Lucky Jar Bingo" Scratch Game WMaster@ialottery.com(Iowa Lottery Authority) Tue, 31 Jan 2012 14:51:00 CST http://www.ialottery.com/PressRoom/W01-31-12.asp http://www.ialottery.com/PressRoom/W01-30-12.asp DES MOINES, Iowa - At first, a Cedar Rapids woman didn't think she was having a very good day, until her luck changed when she won a top prize of $30,000 playing the lottery's "Crossword" instant-scratch game. Kami Chipley Wins Top Prize of $30,000 Playing "Crossword" Scratch Game WMaster@ialottery.com(Iowa Lottery Authority) Mon, 30 Jan 2012 12:51:00 CST http://www.ialottery.com/PressRoom/W01-30-12.asp http://www.ialottery.com/PressRoom/W01-30-12A.asp DES MOINES, Iowa - A Davenport man won a top prize of $30,000 playing the lottery's "Crossword" instant-scratch game. Michael Whitney Wins Top Prize of $30,000 Playing "Crossword" Scratch Game WMaster@ialottery.com(Iowa Lottery Authority) Mon, 30 Jan 2012 12:51:00 CST http://www.ialottery.com/PressRoom/W01-30-12A.asp http://www.ialottery.com/PressRoom/W01-26-12.asp DES MOINES, Iowa - A Marion man nearly forgot about his Iowa's $100,000 Cash Game ticket for the drawing on Jan. 12; if he had, he would have missed out on winning the top prize of $100,000. Scott Bascom Wins Top Prize Playing "Iowa's $100,000 Cash Game" WMaster@ialottery.com(Iowa Lottery Authority) Thu, 26 Jan 2012 09:50:00 CST http://www.ialottery.com/PressRoom/W01-26-12.asp http://www.ialottery.com/PressRoom/W01-26-12A.asp DES MOINES, Iowa - A Manson woman won a top prize of $30,000 playing the lottery's "Crossword" instant-scratch game. JoAnn Jeffers Wins Top Prize of $30,000 Playing "Crossword" Scratch Game WMaster@ialottery.com(Iowa Lottery Authority) Thu, 26 Jan 2012 09:50:00 CST http://www.ialottery.com/PressRoom/W01-26-12A.asp http://www.ialottery.com/PressRoom/W01-26-12B.asp DES MOINES, Iowa - A Manning woman won a top prize of $25,000 prize playing the lottery's "Lucky Jar Bingo" instant-scratch game. Jean Borkowski Wins Top Prize Playing "Lucky Jar Bingo" Scratch Game WMaster@ialottery.com(Iowa Lottery Authority) Thu, 26 Jan 2012 09:50:00 CST http://www.ialottery.com/PressRoom/W01-26-12B.asp http://www.ialottery.com/PressRoom/W01-26-12C.asp DES MOINES, Iowa - An Omaha, Neb. man was traveling through Brooklyn, Iowa when he purchased a "Pink Panther™" scratch ticket and ended up winning a top prize of $15,000. Robert Hutchison Wins Top Prize Playing "Pink Panther™" Scratch Game WMaster@ialottery.com(Iowa Lottery Authority) Thu, 26 Jan 2012 09:50:00 CST http://www.ialottery.com/PressRoom/W01-26-12C.asp http://www.ialottery.com/PressRoom/W01-26-12D.asp DES MOINES, Iowa - A Council Bluffs man won a $10,000 prize playing the lottery's "Did I Win?" instant-scratch game. John Pierce Wins Big Prize Playing "Did I Win?" Scratch Game WMaster@ialottery.com(Iowa Lottery Authority) Thu, 26 Jan 2012 09:50:00 CST http://www.ialottery.com/PressRoom/W01-26-12D.asp http://www.ialottery.com/PressRoom/W01-26-12E.asp DES MOINES, Iowa - A Jackson County woman won a top prize of $30,000 playing the lottery's "Crossword" instant-scratch game. Sandra Teichler Wins Top Prize of $30,000 Playing "Crossword" Scratch Game WMaster@ialottery.com(Iowa Lottery Authority) Thu, 26 Jan 2012 09:50:00 CST http://www.ialottery.com/PressRoom/W01-26-12E.asp http://www.ialottery.com/PressRoom/W01-26-12F.asp DES MOINES, Iowa - A Clinton man won a top prize of $50,000 playing the lottery's "Aces High" instant-scratch game. Gerald Cheramy Wins Top Prize Playing "Aces High" Scratch Ticket WMaster@ialottery.com(Iowa Lottery Authority) Thu, 26 Jan 2012 09:50:00 CST http://www.ialottery.com/PressRoom/W01-26-12F.asp http://www.ialottery.com/PressRoom/N01-25-12.asp DES MOINES, Iowa - The Iowa Lottery's holiday promotion that just concluded set records again as players flooded their VIP Club accounts with entries into "Super Tech." Popularity of Tech-Based Promotion Continues for Iowa Lottery Players WMaster@ialottery.com(Iowa Lottery Authority) Wed, 25 Jan 2012 14:58:00 CST http://www.ialottery.com/PressRoom/N01-25-12.asp http://www.ialottery.com/PressRoom/W01-25-12.asp DES MOINES, Iowa - An Estherville woman was on her way home with her family when she decided to stop for a few "Crossword" tickets and ended up winning a top prize of $30,000. Laura Giebler Wins Top Prize of $30,000 Playing "Crossword" Scratch Game WMaster@ialottery.com(Iowa Lottery Authority) Wed, 25 Jan 2012 12:05:00 CST http://www.ialottery.com/PressRoom/W01-25-12.asp http://www.ialottery.com/PressRoom/N01-20-12.asp DES MOINES, Iowa - Iowa Lottery officials and representatives of the Iowa Division of Criminal Investigation and Iowa Attorney General's Office met on Monday to review the latest information regarding the Hot Lotto jackpot claim from December 2010. Lottery Seeks Specifics By Friday, Otherwise, Hot Lotto® Jackpot Claim Will Be Denied; Investigation Continues WMaster@ialottery.com(Iowa Lottery Authority) Mon, 23 Jan 2012 16:15:00 CST http://www.ialottery.com/PressRoom/N01-20-12.asp http://www.ialottery.com/PressRoom/W01-20-12.asp DES MOINES, Iowa - It's the story of a lottery ticket ripped up, thrown away, recovered from a trash can after some quick detective work, taped back together and presented for a $250,000 prize. Quick Detective Work Helps Paul Wedig Find One Of His Winning Tickets WMaster@ialottery.com(Iowa Lottery Authority) Mon, 23 Jan 2012 11:59:00 CST http://www.ialottery.com/PressRoom/W01-20-12.asp http://www.ialottery.com/PressRoom/W01-20-12.asp DES MOINES, Iowa - A Davenport woman decided to pick up a "Sparkling Winnings" ticket after she finished her shift at work and ended up winning a top prize of $30,000. Barbara Blumer Wins Top Prize Playing "Sparkling Winnings" Holiday Scratch Game WMaster@ialottery.com(Iowa Lottery Authority) Fri, 20 Jan 2012 12:53:00 CST http://www.ialottery.com/PressRoom/W01-20-12.asp http://www.ialottery.com/PressRoom/W01-20-12A.asp DES MOINES, Iowa - A Harlan woman decided to purchase a "Match & Win™" scratch ticket at the end of her work shift and ended up winning the very first top prize of $30,000. Jan Peterson Wins Top Prize Playing "Match & Win™" Scratch Game WMaster@ialottery.com(Iowa Lottery Authority) Fri, 20 Jan 2012 12:53:00 CST http://www.ialottery.com/PressRoom/W01-20-12A.asp http://www.ialottery.com/PressRoom/W01-20-12B.asp DES MOINES, Iowa - A Mount Vernon man said he did a double-take when he discovered he'd won a $10,000 top prize playing the lottery's "Minute To Win It™" instant-scratch game. Burton Maurer Wins Top Prize Playing "Minute To Win It™" Scratch Game WMaster@ialottery.com(Iowa Lottery Authority) Fri, 20 Jan 2012 12:53:00 CST http://www.ialottery.com/PressRoom/W01-20-12B.asp http://www.ialottery.com/PressRoom/W01-20-12C.asp DES MOINES, Iowa - A Cedar Rapids woman was visiting family when she decided to purchase a Hot Lotto ticket on a whim and ended up winning a $10,000 prize. Jackie Anderson Claims Prize from Oct. 15 Hot Lotto® Drawing WMaster@ialottery.com(Iowa Lottery Authority) Fri, 20 Jan 2012 12:53:00 CST http://www.ialottery.com/PressRoom/W01-20-12C.asp http://www.ialottery.com/PressRoom/W01-20-12D.asp DES MOINES, Iowa - A Cedar Rapids man won a top prize of $30,000 playing the lottery's 'Match & Win™" instant-scratch game. Cory Szabo Wins Top Prize Playing "Match & Win™" Scratch Game WMaster@ialottery.com(Iowa Lottery Authority) Fri, 20 Jan 2012 12:53:00 CST http://www.ialottery.com/PressRoom/W01-20-12D.asp http://www.ialottery.com/PressRoom/W01-19-12.asp DES MOINES, Iowa - A Kingsley man won a top prize of $10,000 playing the lottery's "Santa Games Doubler" instant-scratch game. Jeremy Pressley Wins Top Prize Playing "Santa Games Doubler" Scratch Game WMaster@ialottery.com(Iowa Lottery Authority) Thu, 19 Jan 2012 15:10:00 CST http://www.ialottery.com/PressRoom/W01-19-12.asp http://www.ialottery.com/PressRoom/W01-19-12A.asp DES MOINES, Iowa - An Altoona man won a $10,000 prize in Wednesday's Powerball drawing. Milorad Lakic Wins $10,000 Prize in Wednesday's Powerball® Drawing WMaster@ialottery.com(Iowa Lottery Authority) Thu, 19 Jan 2012 15:10:00 CST http://www.ialottery.com/PressRoom/W01-19-12A.asp http://www.ialottery.com/PressRoom/N01-18-12.asp DES MOINES, Iowa - A Dubuque convenience store is having a run of good luck. The same store sold two tickets that each won a $250,000 Mega Millions prize in Tuesday's drawing Prizes Won In Tuesday Drawing, Lottery Waits to Meet Possible Winner(s) WMaster@ialottery.com(Iowa Lottery Authority) Wed, 18 Jan 2012 09:35:00 CST http://www.ialottery.com/PressRoom/N01-18-12.asp http://www.ialottery.com/PressRoom/W01-17-12.asp DES MOINES, Iowa - A Clarion man said he's grateful for winning a $200,000 Powerball prize, because he almost missed out on getting his numbers for Wednesday's drawing. Forest Knight Wins Big Prize in Wednesday's Powerball Drawing WMaster@ialottery.com(Iowa Lottery Authority) Tue, 17 Jan 2012 09:25:00 CST http://www.ialottery.com/PressRoom/W01-17-12.asp http://www.ialottery.com/PressRoom/W01-13-12.asp DES MOINES, Iowa - A Davenport graduate student is making plans to pay off her student loans and make investments for retirement all at the same time, now that she's won a $1 million lottery prize. Ashley Smrcina Claims Sixth Top Prize in 'Lifetime Riches'; Two Top Prizes Remain WMaster@ialottery.com(Iowa Lottery Authority) Fri, 13 Jan 2012 14:32:00 CST http://www.ialottery.com/PressRoom/W01-13-12.asp http://www.ialottery.com/PressRoom/N01-13-12.asp DES MOINES, Iowa - Sunday will mark the debut of $2 Powerball, with the revamped game sporting several new features to give players more value. Enriched $2 Game Will Give Players More Choice In Lotto Games WMaster@ialottery.com(Iowa Lottery Authority) Fri, 13 Jan 2012 08:30:00 CST http://www.ialottery.com/PressRoom/N01-13-12.asp http://www.ialottery.com/PressRoom/W01-11-12.asp DES MOINES, Iowa - A Buena Vista County woman stopped on her way home from work to scratch her "Holiday Countdown" ticket and couldn't believe her eyes when she saw she'd won a top prize of $100,000. Tammy Huseman Wins Top Prize Playing "Holiday Countdown" Scratch Game WMaster@ialottery.com(Iowa Lottery Authority) Wed, 11 Jan 2012 11:22:00 CST http://www.ialottery.com/PressRoom/W01-11-12.asp http://www.ialottery.com/PressRoom/W01-11-12A.asp DES MOINES, Iowa - A Fremont County woman took some time over her lunch break to scratch her "Betty Boop™" ticket and ended up winning a top prize of $15,000. Myra Mullins Wins Top Prize Playing "Betty Boop™" Scratch Game WMaster@ialottery.com(Iowa Lottery Authority) Wed, 11 Jan 2012 11:22:00 CST http://www.ialottery.com/PressRoom/W01-11-12A.asp http://www.ialottery.com/PressRoom/W01-11-12B.asp DES MOINES, Iowa - A Cedar Rapids woman won the first top prize of $50,000 playing the lottery's "Aces High" instant-scratch game. Leigh Sutter Wins First Top Prize Playing "Aces High" Scratch Game WMaster@ialottery.com(Iowa Lottery Authority) Wed, 11 Jan 2012 11:22:00 CST http://www.ialottery.com/PressRoom/W01-11-12B.asp http://www.ialottery.com/PressRoom/W01-11-12C.asp DES MOINES, Iowa - An Atkins woman won a $25,000 prize playing the lottery's "Lucky Elves Bingo" instant-scratch game. Susan Stallman Wins Top Prize Playing "Lucky Elves Bingo" Scratch Game WMaster@ialottery.com(Iowa Lottery Authority) Wed, 11 Jan 2012 11:22:00 CST http://www.ialottery.com/PressRoom/W01-11-12C.asp http://www.ialottery.com/PressRoom/W01-11-12D.asp DES MOINES, Iowa - A Perry man won a top prize of $30,000 playing the lottery's "Crossword" instant-scratch game. Aaron Boyer Wins Top Prize of $30,000 Playing "Crossword" Scratch Game WMaster@ialottery.com(Iowa Lottery Authority) Wed, 11 Jan 2012 11:22:00 CST http://www.ialottery.com/PressRoom/W01-11-12D.asp http://www.ialottery.com/PressRoom/W01-11-12E.asp DES MOINES, Iowa - A Huxley man won a $25,000 prize playing the lottery's "Lucky Elves Bingo" instant-scratch game. Marvin Edwards Wins Top Prize Playing "Lucky Elves Bingo" Scratch Game WMaster@ialottery.com(Iowa Lottery Authority) Wed, 11 Jan 2012 11:22:00 CST http://www.ialottery.com/PressRoom/W01-11-12E.asp http://www.ialottery.com/PressRoom/W01-10-12.asp DES MOINES, Iowa - When a Dubuque man headed out to fill up his gas tank for a holiday trip, he never dreamed he'd return with a "Betty Boop™" scratch ticket worth a top prize of $15,000. Shawn Carroll Wins Top Prize Playing "Betty Boop™" Scratch Game WMaster@ialottery.com(Iowa Lottery Authority) Tue, 10 Jan 2012 14:20:00 CST http://www.ialottery.com/PressRoom/W01-10-12.asp http://www.ialottery.com/PressRoom/W01-10-12A.asp DES MOINES, Iowa - A Wright County man won a $10,000 prize playing the lottery's "Red Hot Cherries" instant-scratch game just one day after returning home from a vacation. Larry Rasmussen Wins Big Prize Playing "Red Hot Cherries" Scratch Game WMaster@ialottery.com(Iowa Lottery Authority) Tue, 10 Jan 2012 14:20:00 CST http://www.ialottery.com/PressRoom/W01-10-12A.asp http://www.ialottery.com/PressRoom/W01-10-12B.asp DES MOINES, Iowa - A Preemption, Ill. man used his $7 Powerball® winnings to purchase a "Great State Tailgate" instant-scratch ticket and ended up winning a top prize of $10,000. Joseph Colley Wins Top Prize Playing "Great State Tailgate" Scratch Game WMaster@ialottery.com(Iowa Lottery Authority) Tue, 10 Jan 2012 14:20:00 CST http://www.ialottery.com/PressRoom/W01-10-12B.asp http://www.ialottery.com/PressRoom/W01-10-12C.asp DES MOINES, Iowa - An Iowa City woman won a $10,000 prize playing the lottery's "Lifetime Riches" instant-scratch game. Juanita Jamison Wins Big Prize In "Lifetime Riches" Scratch Game WMaster@ialottery.com(Iowa Lottery Authority) Tue, 10 Jan 2012 14:20:00 CST http://www.ialottery.com/PressRoom/W01-10-12C.asp http://www.ialottery.com/PressRoom/W01-10-12D.asp DES MOINES, Iowa - A Woodbury County man won a top prize of $10,000 playing the lottery's "Santa Games Doubler" instant-scratch game. John Asmussen Wins Top Prize Playing "Santa Games Doubler" Scratch Game WMaster@ialottery.com(Iowa Lottery Authority) Tue, 10 Jan 2012 14:20:00 CST http://www.ialottery.com/PressRoom/W01-10-12D.asp http://www.ialottery.com/PressRoom/W01-05-12.asp DES MOINES, Iowa - When an Algona man saw he'd matched a winning number on his "Holiday Wishes" instant-scratch ticket, he was expecting to uncover a $50 prize, but found a $50,000 prize instead. Darrin Schealler Wins Top Prize Playing "Holiday Wishes" Scratch Game WMaster@ialottery.com(Iowa Lottery Authority) Thu, 05 Jan 2012 13:25:00 CST http://www.ialottery.com/PressRoom/W01-05-12.asp http://www.ialottery.com/PressRoom/W01-05-12A.asp DES MOINES, Iowa - A belated birthday gift from her brother had a Cherokee County woman in shock when she won a top prize of $15,000 playing the lottery's "Betty Boop™" instant-scratch game. Donna Riedemann Wins Top Prize Playing "Betty Boop™" Scratch Game WMaster@ialottery.com(Iowa Lottery Authority) Thu, 05 Jan 2012 13:25:00 CST http://www.ialottery.com/PressRoom/W01-05-12A.asp http://www.ialottery.com/PressRoom/W01-05-12B.asp DES MOINES, Iowa - A Webster County woman won a top prize of $100,000 playing the lottery's "Triple Platinum 777" instant-scratch game. Karon Rowe Wins Top Prize Playing "Triple Platinum 777" Scratch Game WMaster@ialottery.com(Iowa Lottery Authority) Thu, 05 Jan 2012 13:25:00 CST http://www.ialottery.com/PressRoom/W01-05-12B.asp http://www.ialottery.com/PressRoom/W01-05-12C.asp DES MOINES, Iowa - A Muscatine woman won a top prize of $100,000 playing the lottery's "Holiday Countdown" instant-scratch game. Judith Hepker Wins Top Prize Playing "Holiday Countdown" Scratch Game WMaster@ialottery.com(Iowa Lottery Authority) Thu, 05 Jan 2012 13:25:00 CST http://www.ialottery.com/PressRoom/W01-05-12C.asp http://www.ialottery.com/PressRoom/W01-05-12D.asp DES MOINES, Iowa - An Iowa County woman won a top prize of $30,000 playing the lottery's "Merry Crossword" instant-scratch game. Deborah Wade Wins Top Prize Playing "Merry Crossword" Holiday Scratch Game WMaster@ialottery.com(Iowa Lottery Authority) Thu, 05 Jan 2012 13:25:00 CST http://www.ialottery.com/PressRoom/W01-05-12D.asp http://www.ialottery.com/PressRoom/N12-30-11.asp DES MOINES, Iowa - Iowa Lottery CEO Terry Rich issued the following statement Friday regarding the claim of the Hot Lotto jackpot after neary a year. Investigation continues into jackpot-winning Hot Lotto Ticket WMaster@ialottery.com(Iowa Lottery Authority) Fri, 30 Dec 2011 14:40:00 CST http://www.ialottery.com/PressRoom/N12-30-11.asp http://www.ialottery.com/PressRoom/W12-29-11.asp DES MOINES, Iowa - Iowa Lottery CEO Terry Rich issued a statement Thursday regarding the claim of the Hot Lotto jackpot after nearly a year. Winning Hot Lotto Ticket Turned In WMaster@ialottery.com(Iowa Lottery Authority) Thu, 29 Dec 2011 15:30:00 CST http://www.ialottery.com/PressRoom/W12-29-11.asp http://www.ialottery.com/PressRoom/W12-28-11H.asp DES MOINES, Iowa - Two Urbandale couples who have been playing Powerball together for a couple of years have some extra holiday cheer after winning a $200,000 prize in Saturday's drawing. Urbandale Couples Win Big Prize in Saturday's Powerball Drawing WMaster@ialottery.com(Iowa Lottery Authority) Wed, 28 Dec 2011 16:15:00 CST http://www.ialottery.com/PressRoom/W12-28-11H.asp http://www.ialottery.com/PressRoom/W12-28-11.asp DES MOINES, Iowa - An Anamosa woman had big plans for her $30,000 "Merry Crossword" winnings, including helping out an ill family member and surprising others over the holidays. Michelle Bristol Wins Top Prize Playing "Merry Crossword" Holiday Scratch Game WMaster@ialottery.com(Iowa Lottery Authority) Wed, 28 Dec 2011 16:15:00 CST http://www.ialottery.com/PressRoom/W12-28-11.asp http://www.ialottery.com/PressRoom/W12-28-11A.asp DES MOINES, Iowa - A Council Bluffs man received a "MONOPOLY™" scratch ticket in his stocking that won him a $50,000 prize. Zachary Fauble Wins Top Prize Playing MONOPOLY™ Scratch Ticket WMaster@ialottery.com(Iowa Lottery Authority) Wed, 28 Dec 2011 16:15:00 CST http://www.ialottery.com/PressRoom/W12-28-11A.asp http://www.ialottery.com/PressRoom/W12-28-11B.asp DES MOINES, Iowa - A Centerville couple's favorite pastime brought them a bit of excitement when they won a top prize of $30,000 playing the lottery's "Sparkling Winnings" instant-scratch game. Jesse and Maria Blevins Win Top Prize Playing "Sparkling Winnings" Holiday Scratch Game WMaster@ialottery.com(Iowa Lottery Authority) Wed, 28 Dec 2011 16:15:00 CST http://www.ialottery.com/PressRoom/W12-28-11B.asp http://www.ialottery.com/PressRoom/W12-28-11C.asp DES MOINES, Iowa - A Des Moines woman won a top prize of $30,000 playing the lottery's "Merry Crossword" instant-scratch game. Mindy Whiteaker Wins Top Prize Playing "Merry Crossword" Holiday Scratch Game WMaster@ialottery.com(Iowa Lottery Authority) Wed, 28 Dec 2011 16:15:00 CST http://www.ialottery.com/PressRoom/W12-28-11C.asp http://www.ialottery.com/PressRoom/W12-28-11D.asp DES MOINES, Iowa - A Bloomfield woman won a top prize of $15,000 playing the lottery's "Betty Boop™" instant-scratch game. Sandra Pottorff Wins Top Prize Playing "Betty Boop™" Scratch Game WMaster@ialottery.com(Iowa Lottery Authority) Wed, 28 Dec 2011 16:15:00 CST http://www.ialottery.com/PressRoom/W12-28-11D.asp http://www.ialottery.com/PressRoom/W12-28-11E.asp DES MOINES, Iowa - A Fort Dodge man won a top prize of $10,000 playing the lottery's "Santa Games Doubler" instant-scratch game. Alan McNeil Wins Top Prize Playing "Santa Games Doubler" Scratch Game WMaster@ialottery.com(Iowa Lottery Authority) Wed, 28 Dec 2011 16:15:00 CST http://www.ialottery.com/PressRoom/W12-28-11E.asp http://www.ialottery.com/PressRoom/W12-28-11F.asp DES MOINES, Iowa - A Des Moines woman won a $10,000 prize in the Dec. 21 Powerball drawing. Katie Liekweg Wins $10,000 Prize in Dec. 21 Powerball® Drawing WMaster@ialottery.com(Iowa Lottery Authority) Wed, 28 Dec 2011 16:15:00 CST http://www.ialottery.com/PressRoom/W12-28-11F.asp http://www.ialottery.com/PressRoom/W12-28-11G.asp DES MOINES, Iowa - A Manson woman won a $10,000 prize in Saturday's Powerball drawing. Mary Dougherty Wins $10,000 Prize in Saturday's Powerball® Drawing WMaster@ialottery.com(Iowa Lottery Authority) Wed, 28 Dec 2011 16:15:00 CST http://www.ialottery.com/PressRoom/W12-28-11G.asp http://www.ialottery.com/PressRoom/N12-28-11.asp DES MOINES, Iowa - Will a second multi-million-dollar U.S. lottery jackpot go unclaimed this week? A $77 million Powerball® jackpot just expired Monday in Georgia without being claimed, and now a Hot Lotto® jackpot is on the line in Iowa with just a day to go. Iowa Lottery Hopes To See Hot Lotto Jackpot Winner Before Thursday Expiration WMaster@ialottery.com(Iowa Lottery Authority) Wed, 28 Dec 2011 08:35:00 CST http://www.ialottery.com/PressRoom/N12-28-11.asp http://www.ialottery.com/PressRoom/W12-22-11A.asp DES MOINES, Iowa - After receiving a "Holiday Wishes" scratch ticket from his boss as a gift, a Knoxville man played the game for the first time and won a top prize of $50,000. Anthony Sharp Wins Top Prize Playing "Holiday Wishes" Holiday Scratch Game WMaster@ialottery.com(Iowa Lottery Authority) Thu, 22 Dec 2011 14:35:00 CST http://www.ialottery.com/PressRoom/W12-22-11A.asp http://www.ialottery.com/PressRoom/W12-22-11B.asp DES MOINES, Iowa - A West Branch woman couldn't believe her eyes when she sat down to scratch off her "Holiday Bonus Crossword" ticket and saw she'd won a top prize of $50,000. Marcia Davidson Wins Top Prize of $50,000 Playing "Holiday Bonus Crossword" Scratch Game WMaster@ialottery.com(Iowa Lottery Authority) Thu, 22 Dec 2011 14:35:00 CST http://www.ialottery.com/PressRoom/W12-22-11B.asp http://www.ialottery.com/PressRoom/W12-22-11C.asp DES MOINES, Iowa - A Cedar Rapids woman won a top prize of $15,000 playing the lottery's "Betty Boop™" instant-scratch game. Jennifer Potter Wins Top Prize Playing "Betty Boop™" Scratch Game WMaster@ialottery.com(Iowa Lottery Authority) Thu, 22 Dec 2011 14:35:00 CST http://www.ialottery.com/PressRoom/W12-22-11C.asp http://www.ialottery.com/PressRoom/W12-20-11.asp DES MOINES, Iowa - While on a break at work, a Parkersburg woman scratched a "Santa Games Doubler" ticket and won a top prize of $10,000. Delores Schrage Wins Top Prize Playing "Santa Games Doubler" Scratch Game WMaster@ialottery.com(Iowa Lottery Authority) Tue, 20 Dec 2011 14:15:00 CST http://www.ialottery.com/PressRoom/W12-20-11.asp http://www.ialottery.com/PressRoom/W12-20-11A.asp DES MOINES, Iowa - A Davenport man won a top prize of $30,000 playing the lottery's "Merry Crossword" instant-scratch game. Justin Titus Wins Top Prize Playing "Merry Crossword" Holiday Scratch Game WMaster@ialottery.com(Iowa Lottery Authority) Tue, 20 Dec 2011 14:15:00 CST http://www.ialottery.com/PressRoom/W12-20-11A.asp http://www.ialottery.com/PressRoom/W12-20-11B.asp DES MOINES, Iowa - A Des Moines man won a top prize playing the lottery's "Betty Boop™" instant-scratch game. Roberto Gomez Wins Top Prize Playing "Betty Boop™" Scratch Game WMaster@ialottery.com(Iowa Lottery Authority) Tue, 20 Dec 2011 14:15:00 CST http://www.ialottery.com/PressRoom/W12-20-11B.asp http://www.ialottery.com/PressRoom/W12-20-11C.asp DES MOINES, Iowa - A West Des Moines man won a $10,000 prize in the Oct. 1 Powerball drawing. Dave Bray Wins $10,000 Prize in Oct. 1 Powerball® Drawing WMaster@ialottery.com(Iowa Lottery Authority) Tue, 20 Dec 2011 14:15:00 CST http://www.ialottery.com/PressRoom/W12-20-11C.asp http://www.ialottery.com/PressRoom/W12-20-11D.asp DES MOINES, Iowa - A Stuart woman won a top prize of $50,000 playing the lottery's "Holiday Bonus Crossword" instant-scratch game. Marilyn Keltner Wins Top Prize Playing "Holiday Bonus Crossword" Scratch Game WMaster@ialottery.com(Iowa Lottery Authority) Tue, 20 Dec 2011 14:15:00 CST http://www.ialottery.com/PressRoom/W12-20-11D.asp http://www.ialottery.com/PressRoom/W12-20-11E.asp DES MOINES, Iowa - A Des Moines man won a top prize of $30,000 playing the lottery's "Merry Crossword" instant-scratch game. Duane Alitz Wins Top Prize Playing "Merry Crossword" Holiday Scratch Game WMaster@ialottery.com(Iowa Lottery Authority) Tue, 20 Dec 2011 14:15:00 CST http://www.ialottery.com/PressRoom/W12-20-11E.asp http://www.ialottery.com/PressRoom/W12-20-11F.asp DES MOINES, Iowa - A Carroll woman won a prize of $10,000 playing the lottery's "Triple Platinum 777" instant-scratch game. Cindy Irlbeck Wins Big Prize Playing "Triple Platinum 777" Scratch Game WMaster@ialottery.com(Iowa Lottery Authority) Tue, 20 Dec 2011 14:15:00 CST http://www.ialottery.com/PressRoom/W12-20-11F.asp http://www.ialottery.com/PressRoom/W12-14-11.asp DES MOINES, Iowa - A Franklin County woman happened to have her Powerball tickets validated while she was grocery shopping and discovered she'd won a $200,000 prize in the Dec. 7 drawing. Tonya Sanders Wins Big Prize in Dec. 7 Powerball® Drawing WMaster@ialottery.com(Iowa Lottery Authority) Wed, 14 Dec 2011 15:05:00 CST http://www.ialottery.com/PressRoom/W12-14-11.asp http://www.ialottery.com/PressRoom/W12-14-11A.asp DES MOINES, Iowa - An Iowa Falls woman was taking a break from helping her son with his homework when she discovered she'd won a top prize of $30,000 playing the lottery's "Merry Crossword" instant-scratch game. Heather Reed Wins Top Prize Playing "Merry Crossword" Holiday Scratch Game WMaster@ialottery.com(Iowa Lottery Authority) Wed, 14 Dec 2011 15:05:00 CST http://www.ialottery.com/PressRoom/W12-14-11A.asp http://www.ialottery.com/PressRoom/W12-14-11B.asp DES MOINES, Iowa - A Black Hawk County woman won a top prize of $30,000 playing the lottery's "Merry Crossword" instant-scratch game. Danielle Weber Wins Top Prize Playing "Merry Crossword" Holiday Scratch Game WMaster@ialottery.com(Iowa Lottery Authority) Wed, 14 Dec 2011 15:05:00 CST http://www.ialottery.com/PressRoom/W12-14-11B.asp http://www.ialottery.com/PressRoom/W12-14-11C.asp DES MOINES, Iowa - A Des Moines woman won a top prize of $30,000 playing the lottery's "Merry Crossword" instant-scratch game. Margaret Robinson Wins Top Prize Playing "Merry Crossword" Holiday Scratch Game WMaster@ialottery.com(Iowa Lottery Authority) Wed, 14 Dec 2011 15:05:00 CST http://www.ialottery.com/PressRoom/W12-14-11C.asp http://www.ialottery.com/PressRoom/W12-14-11D.asp DES MOINES, Iowa - A Belle Plaine woman won a top prize of $30,000 playing the lottery's "Twisted" instant-scratch game. Susan Kithcart Wins Top Prize Playing "Twisted" Scratch Game WMaster@ialottery.com(Iowa Lottery Authority) Wed, 14 Dec 2011 15:05:00 CST http://www.ialottery.com/PressRoom/W12-14-11D.asp http://www.ialottery.com/PressRoom/W12-14-11E.asp DES MOINES, Iowa - A North Liberty man won a top prize of $10,000 playing the lottery's "Santa Games Doubler" instant-scratch game. Anthony Cobb Wins Top Prize Playing "Santa Games Doubler" Scratch Game WMaster@ialottery.com(Iowa Lottery Authority) Wed, 14 Dec 2011 15:05:00 CST http://www.ialottery.com/PressRoom/W12-14-11E.asp http://www.ialottery.com/PressRoom/W12-13-11.asp DES MOINES, Iowa - Iowa's newest lottery millionaire will be ringing in his New Year a little differently this year after winning a top prize in the lottery's "Lifetime Riches" instant-scratch game. Dick Clark of Eldon Wins $1 Million Prize In 'Lifetime Riches' Scratch Game WMaster@ialottery.com(Iowa Lottery Authority) Tue, 13 Dec 2011 14:49:00 CST http://www.ialottery.com/PressRoom/W12-13-11.asp http://www.ialottery.com/PressRoom/W12-09-11.asp DES MOINES, Iowa - A New Hampton man got one of the biggest birthday gifts of his life Friday when the Iowa Lottery presented him with the towable trailer that was the grand prize in the lottery's "Great State Tailgate" promotion. Tricked-Out Trailer Will Provide Jeff Weigel With The Ultimate Tailgating Experience WMaster@ialottery.com(Iowa Lottery Authority) Fri, 09 Dec 2011 16:35:00 CST http://www.ialottery.com/PressRoom/W12-09-11.asp http://www.ialottery.com/PressRoom/W12-09-11A.asp DES MOINES, Iowa - A Spencer woman was in such shock over her $50,000 win playing the lottery's "Holiday Bonus Crossword" instant-scratch game, she didn't even believe the clerk who told her she'd won. Pam Stevens Wins Top Prize Playing "Holiday Bonus Crossword" Scratch Game WMaster@ialottery.com(Iowa Lottery Authority) Fri, 09 Dec 2011 16:35:00 CST http://www.ialottery.com/PressRoom/W12-09-11A.asp http://www.ialottery.com/PressRoom/W12-09-11B.asp DES MOINES, Iowa - A Denison woman was taking a short trip with her family when she discovered she'd won a top prize of $30,000 playing the lottery's "Merry Crossword" instant-scratch game. Kendra Suarez Wins Top Prize of $30,000 Playing "Merry Crossword" Holiday Scratch Game WMaster@ialottery.com(Iowa Lottery Authority) Fri, 09 Dec 2011 16:35:00 CST http://www.ialottery.com/PressRoom/W12-09-11B.asp http://www.ialottery.com/PressRoom/W12-09-11C.asp DES MOINES, Iowa - A Muscatine woman won a $10,000 prize playing the lottery's "Santa Games Doubler" holiday scratch game. Teresa McCleary Wins First Top Prize Playing "Santa Games Doubler" Scratch Game WMaster@ialottery.com(Iowa Lottery Authority) Fri, 09 Dec 2011 16:35:00 CST http://www.ialottery.com/PressRoom/W12-09-11C.asp http://www.ialottery.com/PressRoom/W12-09-11D.asp DES MOINES, Iowa - A Carlisle woman won a top prize of $50,000 playing the lottery's "MONOPOLY™" instant-scratch game. Joyce Dainty Wins Top Prize Playing MONOPOLY™ Scratch Ticket WMaster@ialottery.com(Iowa Lottery Authority) Fri, 09 Dec 2011 16:35:00 CST http://www.ialottery.com/PressRoom/W12-09-11D.asp http://www.ialottery.com/PressRoom/W12-09-11E.asp DES MOINES, Iowa - A Marshalltown woman won a top prize of $30,000 playing the lottery's "Merry Crossword" instant-scratch game. Rebeca Mendoza Lara Wins Top Prize Playing "Merry Crossword" Holiday Scratch Game WMaster@ialottery.com(Iowa Lottery Authority) Fri, 09 Dec 2011 16:35:00 CST http://www.ialottery.com/PressRoom/W12-09-11E.asp http://www.ialottery.com/PressRoom/W12-09-11F.asp DES MOINES, Iowa - An Allamakee County woman won a top prize of $10,000 playing the lottery's "Santa Games Doubler" instant-scratch game. Tamera Smith Wins Top Prize Playing "Santa Games Doubler" Scratch Game WMaster@ialottery.com(Iowa Lottery Authority) Fri, 09 Dec 2011 16:35:00 CST http://www.ialottery.com/PressRoom/W12-09-11F.asp http://www.ialottery.com/PressRoom/W12-09-11G.asp DES MOINES, Iowa - An Ames man won a $10,000 prize in the Nov. 30 Hot Lotto drawing. Jerry Hall Claims Prize from Nov. 30 Hot Lotto® Drawing WMaster@ialottery.com(Iowa Lottery Authority) Fri, 09 Dec 2011 16:35:00 CST http://www.ialottery.com/PressRoom/W12-09-11G.asp http://www.ialottery.com/PressRoom/W12-06-11.asp DES MOINES, Iowa - Two months after his bowling buddy won a top prize of $50,000 playing the lottery's "Holiday Bonus Crossword" instant-scratch game, a Walcott man won the same prize playing the same game. Kevin Paper Wins Top Prize Playing "Holiday Bonus Crossword" Scratch Game WMaster@ialottery.com(Iowa Lottery Authority) Tue, 06 Dec 2011 15:50:00 CST http://www.ialottery.com/PressRoom/W12-06-11.asp http://www.ialottery.com/PressRoom/W12-06-11A.asp DES MOINES, Iowa - Two Council Bluffs area women won a $10,000 prize in Wednesday's Powerball drawing. Monica Spielman and Amy McMahan Share $10,000 Prize in Wednesday's Powerball® Drawing WMaster@ialottery.com(Iowa Lottery Authority) Tue, 06 Dec 2011 15:50:00 CST http://www.ialottery.com/PressRoom/W12-06-11A.asp http://www.ialottery.com/PressRoom/W12-06-11B.asp DES MOINES, Iowa - A Davenport woman won a top prize of $50,000 playing the lottery's "Holiday Bonus Crossword" instant-scratch game. Carol Luchtel Wins Top Prize Playing "Holiday Bonus Crossword" Scratch Game WMaster@ialottery.com(Iowa Lottery Authority) Tue, 06 Dec 2011 15:50:00 CST http://www.ialottery.com/PressRoom/W12-06-11B.asp http://www.ialottery.com/PressRoom/W11-30-11.asp DES MOINES, Iowa - A Woodward woman decided she'd try a new game and ended up winning a top prize of $50,000. Dawn Bryan Wins Top Prize Playing "Holiday Bonus Crossword" Scratch Game WMaster@ialottery.com(Iowa Lottery Authority) Wed, 30 Nov 2011 16:25:00 CST http://www.ialottery.com/PressRoom/W11-30-11.asp http://www.ialottery.com/PressRoom/W11-30-11A.asp DES MOINES, Iowa - A Clinton woman was glad she let the clerk at her favorite retailer choose her holiday-themed scratch tickets, because she won a top prize of $50,000. Lorie Aude Wins Top Prize Playing "Holiday Wishes" Scratch Game WMaster@ialottery.com(Iowa Lottery Authority) Wed, 30 Nov 2011 16:25:00 CST http://www.ialottery.com/PressRoom/W11-30-11A.asp http://www.ialottery.com/PressRoom/W11-30-11B.asp DES MOINES, Iowa - A Long Grove man was unaware he'd won a $10,000 prize in the Nov. 19 Powerball drawing until he had his ticket validated. Allen Phelps Wins $10,000 Prize in Nov. 19 Powerball® Drawing WMaster@ialottery.com(Iowa Lottery Authority) Wed, 30 Nov 2011 16:25:00 CST http://www.ialottery.com/PressRoom/W11-30-11B.asp http://www.ialottery.com/PressRoom/W11-30-11C.asp DES MOINES, Iowa - A Nevada man won a top prize of $50,000 playing the lottery's "Holiday Wishes" instant-scratch game. Tom Setzer Wins Top Prize Playing "Holiday Wishes" Scratch Game WMaster@ialottery.com(Iowa Lottery Authority) Wed, 30 Nov 2011 16:25:00 CST http://www.ialottery.com/PressRoom/W11-30-11C.asp http://www.ialottery.com/PressRoom/W11-30-11D.asp DES MOINES, Iowa - A Lee County man won a top prize of $30,000 playing the lottery's "Merry Crossword" instant-scratch game. James Sanders Wins Top Prize Playing "Merry Crossword" Holiday Scratch Game WMaster@ialottery.com(Iowa Lottery Authority) Wed, 30 Nov 2011 16:25:00 CST http://www.ialottery.com/PressRoom/W11-30-11D.asp http://www.ialottery.com/PressRoom/N11-29-11.asp DES MOINES, Iowa - The one-month countdown has begun for a multi-million dollar Hot Lotto jackpot that remains unclaimed 11 months after it was won with a ticket purchased in Des Moines. Lottery Continues To Field Inquiries About Winning Hot Ticket Still Out There WMaster@ialottery.com(Iowa Lottery Authority) Tue, 29 Nov 2011 10:15:00 CST http://www.ialottery.com/PressRoom/N11-29-11.asp http://www.ialottery.com/PressRoom/W11-28-11.asp DES MOINES, Iowa - A Quad-Cities man said the shock of winning a $1 million Powerball prize moved him to tears, but his wife had an even bigger reaction. Esteban and Linda Ramos Anxiously Waited Through Holiday Weekend To Claim Prize WMaster@ialottery.com(Iowa Lottery Authority) Mon, 28 Nov 2011 13:07:00 CST http://www.ialottery.com/PressRoom/W11-28-11.asp http://www.ialottery.com/PressRoom/W11-22-11.asp DES MOINES, Iowa - After completing her Thanksgiving grocery shopping, a Butler County woman stopped for a lottery ticket and ended up winning a top prize of $50,000. Deb Hummel Wins Top Prize of $50,000 Playing "The Black Ticket" Scratch Game WMaster@ialottery.com(Iowa Lottery Authority) Tue, 22 Nov 2011 14:39:00 CST http://www.ialottery.com/PressRoom/W11-22-11.asp http://www.ialottery.com/PressRoom/W11-22-11A.asp DES MOINES, Iowa - A Coon Rapids woman went out for an apple turnover one night and ended up winning a top prize playing the lottery's "Betty Boop™" instant-scratch game. Bethel Carpenter Wins Top Prize Playing "Betty Boop™" Scratch Game WMaster@ialottery.com(Iowa Lottery Authority) Tue, 22 Nov 2011 14:39:00 CST http://www.ialottery.com/PressRoom/W11-22-11A.asp http://www.ialottery.com/PressRoom/W11-22-11B.asp DES MOINES, Iowa - A Lake City woman won a top prize of $30,000 playing the lottery's "Twisted" instant-scratch game. Marilyn Ludwig Wins Top Prize Playing "Twisted" Scratch Game WMaster@ialottery.com(Iowa Lottery Authority) Tue, 22 Nov 2011 14:39:00 CST http://www.ialottery.com/PressRoom/W11-22-11B.asp http://www.ialottery.com/PressRoom/W11-22-11C.asp DES MOINES, Iowa - A Shenandoah man won a top prize of $100,000 playing the lottery's "Triple Platinum 777" instant-scratch game. James Arnett Wins Top Prize Playing "Triple Platinum 777" Scratch Game WMaster@ialottery.com(Iowa Lottery Authority) Tue, 22 Nov 2011 14:39:00 CST http://www.ialottery.com/PressRoom/W11-22-11C.asp http://www.ialottery.com/PressRoom/W11-22-11D.asp DES MOINES, Iowa - A Muscatine man won a $10,000 prize playing the lottery's "Triple Platinum 777" instant-scratch game. Kirk Edwards Wins Big Prize Playing "Triple Platinum 777" Scratch Game WMaster@ialottery.com(Iowa Lottery Authority) Tue, 22 Nov 2011 14:39:00 CST http://www.ialottery.com/PressRoom/W11-22-11D.asp http://www.ialottery.com/PressRoom/N11-21-11.asp DES MOINES, Iowa - A lottery player who bought a Powerball ticket at a Bettendorf convenience store won a $1 million prize in Saturday's drawing. Million-Dollar Prize Won In Saturday's Drawing WMaster@ialottery.com(Iowa Lottery Authority) Mon, 21 Nov 2011 12:25:00 CST http://www.ialottery.com/PressRoom/N11-21-11.asp http://www.ialottery.com/PressRoom/W11-18-11.asp DES MOINES, Iowa - A Cedar Rapids man said he thought he was going to have a heart attack when he discovered he'd won a $30,000 top prize playing the lottery's "Merry Crossword" instant-scratch game. Jeff Hendrickson Wins Top Prize of $30,000 Playing "Merry Crossword" Holiday Scratch Game WMaster@ialottery.com(Iowa Lottery Authority) Fri, 18 Nov 2011 15:36:00 CST http://www.ialottery.com/PressRoom/W11-18-11.asp http://www.ialottery.com/PressRoom/W11-18-11A.asp DES MOINES, Iowa - A North English woman won a $30,000 top prize after purchasing a "Lucky Lines" ticket on a whim. Julie Harriman Wins Top Prize Playing "Lucky Lines" Scratch Game WMaster@ialottery.com(Iowa Lottery Authority) Fri, 18 Nov 2011 15:36:00 CST http://www.ialottery.com/PressRoom/W11-18-11A.asp http://www.ialottery.com/PressRoom/W11-18-11B.asp DES MOINES, Iowa - A Cresco man won a top prize of $30,000 playing the lottery's "Merry Crossword" instant-scratch game. Jamie Lucas Wins Top Prize Playing "Merry Crossword" Holiday Scratch Game WMaster@ialottery.com(Iowa Lottery Authority) Fri, 18 Nov 2011 15:36:00 CST http://www.ialottery.com/PressRoom/W11-18-11B.asp http://www.ialottery.com/PressRoom/W11-18-11C.asp DES MOINES, Iowa - A Vinton woman won a $10,000 prize in Saturday's Powerball drawing. Mary Bell Wins $10,000 Prize in Saturday's Powerball™ Drawing WMaster@ialottery.com(Iowa Lottery Authority) Fri, 18 Nov 2011 15:36:00 CST http://www.ialottery.com/PressRoom/W11-18-11C.asp http://www.ialottery.com/PressRoom/W11-16-11.asp DES MOINES, Iowa - After playing the same set of numbers on his "Iowa's $100,000 Cash Game" ticket for many years, a Cedar Rapids man won a top prize of $100,000. Max Morgan Wins Top Prize Playing "Iowa's $100,000 Cash Game" WMaster@ialottery.com(Iowa Lottery Authority) Wed, 16 Nov 2011 10:08:00 CST http://www.ialottery.com/PressRoom/W11-16-11.asp http://www.ialottery.com/PressRoom/W11-16-11A.asp DES MOINES, Iowa - A Waterloo man won a top prize of $100,000 playing his own numbers in "Iowa's $100,000 Cash Game.". Juan Tobar Wins Top Prize Playing "Iowa's $100,000 Cash Game" WMaster@ialottery.com(Iowa Lottery Authority) Wed, 16 Nov 2011 10:08:00 CST http://www.ialottery.com/PressRoom/W11-16-11A.asp http://www.ialottery.com/PressRoom/W11-16-11B.asp DES MOINES, Iowa - After receiving a "Twisted" scratch ticket from his father as an early birthday gift, a Shenandoah man scratched the ticket and won a $30,000 prize. Darin Ebersole Wins Top Prize Playing "Twisted" Scratch Game WMaster@ialottery.com(Iowa Lottery Authority) Wed, 16 Nov 2011 10:08:00 CST http://www.ialottery.com/PressRoom/W11-16-11B.asp http://www.ialottery.com/PressRoom/W11-16-11C.asp DES MOINES, Iowa - A Des Moines woman won the first top prize of $30,000 playing the lottery's "Sparkling Winnings" instant-scratch game. Alesia Short Wins First Top Prize Playing "Sparkling Winnings" Holiday Scratch Game WMaster@ialottery.com(Iowa Lottery Authority) Wed, 16 Nov 2011 10:08:00 CST http://www.ialottery.com/PressRoom/W11-16-11C.asp http://www.ialottery.com/PressRoom/W11-16-11D.asp DES MOINES, Iowa - A Henry County woman won a $25,000 prize playing the lottery's "Lucky Elves Bingo" instant-scratch game. Diane Countryman Wins Top Prize Playing "Lucky Elves Bingo" Scratch Game WMaster@ialottery.com(Iowa Lottery Authority) Wed, 16 Nov 2011 10:08:00 CST http://www.ialottery.com/PressRoom/W11-16-11D.asp http://www.ialottery.com/PressRoom/W11-16-11E.asp DES MOINES, Iowa - A Northwood man was on his way to work when he decided to stop for a "MONOPOLY™" scratch ticket and ended up winning a top prize of $50,000. Jeremy Butler Wins Top Prize Playing MONOPOLY™ Scratch Ticket WMaster@ialottery.com(Iowa Lottery Authority) Wed, 16 Nov 2011 10:08:00 CST http://www.ialottery.com/PressRoom/W11-16-11E.asp http://www.ialottery.com/PressRoom/N11-14-11.asp DES MOINES, Iowa - After a huge response to its holiday promotions the past two years, the Iowa Lottery has amped up its holiday promo for 2011. 'Super Tech' Promotion Amps Up Prizes From 'Tech The Halls' WMaster@ialottery.com(Iowa Lottery Authority) Mon, 14 Nov 2011 08:39:00 CST http://www.ialottery.com/PressRoom/N11-14-11.asp http://www.ialottery.com/PressRoom/W11-09-11.asp DES MOINES, Iowa - A Waterloo man who is Iowa's newest lottery millionaire has one goal in mind through the process: He wants to remain calm. His family, however, is having some trouble following that plan. Iowa Lottery Players Now Have Won Nine Jackpots Overall In The Game WMaster@ialottery.com(Iowa Lottery Authority) Wed, 09 Nov 2011 12:30:00 CST http://www.ialottery.com/PressRoom/W11-09-11.asp http://www.ialottery.com/PressRoom/W11-08-11.asp DES MOINES, Iowa - A State Center woman won a top prize of $100,000 playing the lottery's "Holiday Countdown" instant-scratch game. Sabrina Jovanovich Wins Top Prize Playing "Holiday Countdown" Scratch Game WMaster@ialottery.com(Iowa Lottery Authority) Tue, 08 Nov 2011 10:50:00 CST http://www.ialottery.com/PressRoom/W11-08-11.asp http://www.ialottery.com/PressRoom/W11-08-11A.asp DES MOINES, Iowa - A Keosauqua man won a $10,000 prize in the Nov. 2 Powerball drawing. Jarrod McIntosh Wins $10,000 Prize in Nov. 2 Powerball® Drawing WMaster@ialottery.com(Iowa Lottery Authority) Tue, 08 Nov 2011 10:50:00 CST http://www.ialottery.com/PressRoom/W11-08-11A.asp http://www.ialottery.com/PressRoom/W11-08-11B.asp DES MOINES, Iowa - A Denison woman won a top prize of $100,000 playing the lottery's "Holiday Countdown" instant-scratch game. Kati Groll Wins Top Prize Playing "Holiday Countdown" Scratch Game WMaster@ialottery.com(Iowa Lottery Authority) Tue, 08 Nov 2011 10:50:00 CST http://www.ialottery.com/PressRoom/W11-08-11B.asp http://www.ialottery.com/PressRoom/W11-08-11C.asp DES MOINES, Iowa - A Des Moines man won a top prize playing the lottery's "Betty Boop™quot; instant-scratch game. Strom Stanuszek Wins Top Prize Playing "Betty Boop™" Scratch Game WMaster@ialottery.com(Iowa Lottery Authority) Tue, 08 Nov 2011 10:50:00 CST http://www.ialottery.com/PressRoom/W11-08-11C.asp http://www.ialottery.com/PressRoom/W11-08-11D.asp DES MOINES, Iowa - A Crawford County woman won a $10,000 prize in the Oct. 29 Powerball drawing. Lynn Gaskill Wins $10,000 Prize in Oct. 29 Powerball® Drawing WMaster@ialottery.com(Iowa Lottery Authority) Tue, 08 Nov 2011 10:50:00 CST http://www.ialottery.com/PressRoom/W11-08-11D.asp http://www.ialottery.com/PressRoom/W11-07-11.asp DES MOINES, Iowa - A Carter Lake woman was in such shock over her $30,000 win playing the lottery's "Merry Crossword" instant-scratch game, she still didn't believe she'd won even after her ticket had been validated. Christina Remmen Wins Top Prize Playing "Merry Crossword" Holiday Scratch Game WMaster@ialottery.com(Iowa Lottery Authority) Mon, 07 Nov 2011 12:14:00 CST http://www.ialottery.com/PressRoom/W11-07-11.asp http://www.ialottery.com/PressRoom/W11-07-11A.asp DES MOINES, Iowa - An Ankeny man had decided to check his Powerball numbers online when he discovered he'd won a $10,000 prize. John Mann Wins $10,000 Prize in Oct. 26 Powerball® Drawing WMaster@ialottery.com(Iowa Lottery Authority) Mon, 07 Nov 2011 12:14:00 CST http://www.ialottery.com/PressRoom/W11-07-11A.asp http://www.ialottery.com/PressRoom/N11-07-11.asp DES MOINES, Iowa - People are going to say there's something in the water here! For the third time in a year, an Iowa Lottery player has won a Hot Lotto jackpot, this time a prize of more than $7.5 million. Iowa Lottery Players Have Now Won Three Hot Lotto Jackpots Since December 2010 WMaster@ialottery.com(Iowa Lottery Authority) Mon, 07 Nov 2011 08:00:00 CST http://www.ialottery.com/PressRoom/N11-07-11.asp http://www.ialottery.com/PressRoom/W11-01-11.asp DES MOINES, Iowa - A Cedar Rapids woman and her husband couldn't agree on how many words she'd found on her "Merry Crossword" ticket, and had to have the ticket validated at a local retailer to determine she'd won a top prize of $30,000. Valoree Humphrey Wins Top Prize Playing "Merry Crossword" Holiday Scratch Game WMaster@ialottery.com(Iowa Lottery Authority) Tue, 01 Nov 2011 14:38:00 CST http://www.ialottery.com/PressRoom/W11-01-11.asp http://www.ialottery.com/PressRoom/W11-01-11A.asp DES MOINES, Iowa - A Muscatine man discovered he'd won a $10,000 Powerball prize just five days after turning 54. Mike Fullerton Wins $10,000 Prize in Oct. 19 Powerball® Drawing WMaster@ialottery.com(Iowa Lottery Authority) Tue, 01 Nov 2011 14:38:00 CST http://www.ialottery.com/PressRoom/W11-01-11A.asp http://www.ialottery.com/PressRoom/W11-01-11B.asp DES MOINES, Iowa - An Ankeny man won a top prize of $30,000 playing the lottery's "Merry Crossword" instant-scratch game. Ryan Nemeth Wins Top Prize Playing "Merry Crossword" Holiday Scratch Game WMaster@ialottery.com(Iowa Lottery Authority) Tue, 01 Nov 2011 14:38:00 CST http://www.ialottery.com/PressRoom/W11-01-11B.asp http://www.ialottery.com/PressRoom/W11-01-11C.asp DES MOINES, Iowa - An Appanoose County man won a top prize of $30,000 playing the lottery's "Twisted" instant-scratch game. John Owens Wins Top Prize Playing "Twisted" Scratch Game WMaster@ialottery.com(Iowa Lottery Authority) Tue, 01 Nov 2011 14:38:00 CST http://www.ialottery.com/PressRoom/W11-01-11C.asp http://www.ialottery.com/PressRoom/W11-01-11D.asp DES MOINES, Iowa - A Rock Falls, IL man won a top prize of $13,000 playing the lottery's "Spooky Loot" instant-scratch game. William Brown Wins Top Prize Playing "Spooky Loot" Scratch Game WMaster@ialottery.com(Iowa Lottery Authority) Tue, 01 Nov 2011 14:38:00 CST http://www.ialottery.com/PressRoom/W11-01-11D.asp http://www.ialottery.com/PressRoom/W10-31-11.asp DES MOINES, Iowa - An Elkader man was expecting a winner's receipt that said $5,000, but instead learned he'd won a $50,000 prize playing the lottery's "Holiday Bonus Crossword" instant-scratch game. Bill Rodman Wins Top Prize Playing "Holiday Bonus Crossword" Scratch Game WMaster@ialottery.com(Iowa Lottery Authority) Mon, 31 Oct 2011 14:30:00 CST http://www.ialottery.com/PressRoom/W10-31-11.asp http://www.ialottery.com/PressRoom/W10-31-11A.asp DES MOINES, Iowa - An Alta woman had one very lucky break at work when she discovered she'd won a top prize of $25,000 playing the lottery's "Lucky Elves Bingo" instant-scratch game. Kendra Neulieb Wins Top Prize Playing "Lucky Elves Bingo" Scratch Game WMaster@ialottery.com(Iowa Lottery Authority) Mon, 31 Oct 2011 14:30:00 CST http://www.ialottery.com/PressRoom/W10-31-11A.asp http://www.ialottery.com/PressRoom/W10-27-11.asp DES MOINES, Iowa - After ending her shift at midnight, a Muscatine woman decided to scratch her "Holiday Wishes" instant ticket and won the first top prize of $50,000 in that game. Angela Hillman Wins First Top Prize Playing "Holiday Wishes" Scratch Game WMaster@ialottery.com(Iowa Lottery Authority) Thu, 27 Oct 2011 15:35:00 CST http://www.ialottery.com/PressRoom/W10-27-11.asp http://www.ialottery.com/PressRoom/W10-27-11A.asp DES MOINES, Iowa - Instead of purchasing one "Spooky Loot" instant-scratch ticket, a Cedar Rapids man accidentally pushed the wrong button on the instant ticket vending machine and ended up with a ticket winning a $13,000 prize. Kevin Macie Wins First Top Prize Playing "Spooky Loot" Scratch Game WMaster@ialottery.com(Iowa Lottery Authority) Thu, 27 Oct 2011 15:35:00 CST http://www.ialottery.com/PressRoom/W10-27-11A.asp http://www.ialottery.com/PressRoom/W10-27-11B.asp DES MOINES, Iowa - A Jefferson, S.D. man didn't think anything of it when he overheard the clerks at his favorite retailer in Sioux City chatting about selling a Powerball ticket that won a $10,000 prize. Ronald Kistner Wins $10,000 Prize in Sept. 24 Powerball® Drawing WMaster@ialottery.com(Iowa Lottery Authority) Thu, 27 Oct 2011 15:35:00 CST http://www.ialottery.com/PressRoom/W10-27-11B.asp http://www.ialottery.com/PressRoom/W10-27-11C.asp DES MOINES, Iowa - A Des Moines man won a $10,000 prize in Friday's Mega Millions drawing. Bradley Roberts Claims Prize from Friday's Mega Millions® Drawing WMaster@ialottery.com(Iowa Lottery Authority) Thu, 27 Oct 2011 15:35:00 CST http://www.ialottery.com/PressRoom/W10-27-11C.asp http://www.ialottery.com/PressRoom/W10-21-11.asp DES MOINES, Iowa - A Clinton woman has decided to share her $15,000 top prize from her "Betty Boop™" instant-scratch ticket with her daughter. Mae Nelson Wins Top Prize Playing "Betty Boop™" Scratch Game WMaster@ialottery.com(Iowa Lottery Authority) Fri, 21 Oct 2011 14:40:00 CST http://www.ialottery.com/PressRoom/W10-21-11.asp http://www.ialottery.com/PressRoom/W10-21-11A.asp DES MOINES, Iowa - A West Des Moines woman won a top prize of $15,000 playing the lottery's "Betty Boop™" instant-scratch game. Lisa Curtis Wins Top Prize Playing "Betty Boop™" Scratch Game WMaster@ialottery.com(Iowa Lottery Authority) Fri, 21 Oct 2011 14:40:00 CST http://www.ialottery.com/PressRoom/W10-21-11A.asp http://www.ialottery.com/PressRoom/N10-20-11.asp DES MOINES, Iowa - A Pleasant Hill attorney has been elected to chair the Iowa Lottery Board, the group that along with the chief executive officer oversees the state lottery. Brad Schroeder Chairs Board, Mary Junge Serves As Vice Chair WMaster@ialottery.com(Iowa Lottery Authority) Thu, 20 Oct 2011 15:30:00 CST http://www.ialottery.com/PressRoom/N10-20-11.asp http://www.ialottery.com/PressRoom/N10-20-11A.asp DES MOINES, Iowa - Ken Brickman, the Iowa Lottery's chief operating officer and an industry leader who has worked at three different U.S. lotteries, has announced he will retire in January. Lottery Industry Leader Ken Brickman Announces He Will Retire In January WMaster@ialottery.com(Iowa Lottery Authority) Thu, 20 Oct 2011 15:30:00 CST http://www.ialottery.com/PressRoom/N10-20-11A.asp http://www.ialottery.com/PressRoom/W10-19-11.asp DES MOINES, Iowa - A Durant man had to put his $50,000 "Holiday Bonus Crossword" prize on hold to take his daughter to a meeting. Nicholas Happ Wins Top Prize Playing "Holiday Bonus Crossword" Scratch Game WMaster@ialottery.com(Iowa Lottery Authority) Wed, 19 Oct 2011 15:25:00 CST http://www.ialottery.com/PressRoom/W10-19-11.asp http://www.ialottery.com/PressRoom/W10-19-11A.asp DES MOINES, Iowa - A West Burlington woman's stop for coffee led to her winning the first top prize playing the lottery's "Lucky Elves Bingo" instant-scratch game. Tara Thuleen Wins First Top Prize Playing "Lucky Elves Bingo" Scratch Game WMaster@ialottery.com(Iowa Lottery Authority) Wed, 19 Oct 2011 15:25:00 CST http://www.ialottery.com/PressRoom/W10-19-11A.asp http://www.ialottery.com/PressRoom/W10-19-11B.asp DES MOINES, Iowa - A Muscatine couple had a lot of celebrating to do after winning a $10,000 prize playing the lottery's "Lifetime Riches" instant-scratch game just days after their wedding anniversary. Melissa and Wayne Lowrey Win $10,000 Prize In 'Lifetime Riches' Scratch Game WMaster@ialottery.com(Iowa Lottery Authority) Wed, 19 Oct 2011 15:25:00 CST http://www.ialottery.com/PressRoom/W10-19-11B.asp http://www.ialottery.com/PressRoom/W10-19-11C.asp DES MOINES, Iowa - A Henry County man won a top prize of $30,000 playing the lottery's "Merry Crossword" instant-scratch game. Larry Moeller Wins Top Prize Playing "Merry Crossword" Holiday Scratch Game WMaster@ialottery.com(Iowa Lottery Authority) Wed, 19 Oct 2011 15:25:00 CST http://www.ialottery.com/PressRoom/W10-19-11C.asp http://www.ialottery.com/PressRoom/W10-19-11D.asp DES MOINES, Iowa - An Anamosa man won a top prize of $30,000 playing the lottery's "Crossword" instant-scratch game. James Costello Wins Top Prize of $30,000 Playing "Crossword" Scratch Game WMaster@ialottery.com(Iowa Lottery Authority) Wed, 19 Oct 2011 15:25:00 CST http://www.ialottery.com/PressRoom/W10-19-11D.asp http://www.ialottery.com/PressRoom/W10-19-11E.asp DES MOINES, Iowa - A Dubuque man won the first top prize of $15,000 playing the lottery's "Betty Boop™" instant-scratch game. John Runde Wins First Top Prize Playing "Betty Boop™" Scratch Game WMaster@ialottery.com(Iowa Lottery Authority) Wed, 19 Oct 2011 15:25:00 CST http://www.ialottery.com/PressRoom/W10-19-11E.asp http://www.ialottery.com/PressRoom/W10-17-11.asp DES MOINES, Iowa - A Villisca man and his wife decided to purchase a few holiday scratch tickets to pass the time, and he ended up winning a top prize of $30,000 playing the lottery's "Merry Crossword" game. Jamie Luft Wins Top Prize Playing "Merry Crossword" Holiday Scratch Game WMaster@ialottery.com(Iowa Lottery Authority) Mon, 17 Oct 2011 13:20:00 CST http://www.ialottery.com/PressRoom/W10-17-11.asp http://www.ialottery.com/PressRoom/W10-17-11A.asp DES MOINES, Iowa - A Melbourne man won the first top prize of $50,000 playing the lottery's "Holiday Wishes" instant-scratch game. Greg Montgomery Wins First Top Prize Playing "Holiday Wishes" Scratch Game WMaster@ialottery.com(Iowa Lottery Authority) Mon, 17 Oct 2011 13:20:00 CST http://www.ialottery.com/PressRoom/W10-17-11A.asp http://www.ialottery.com/PressRoom/W10-11-11.asp DES MOINES, Iowa - A Carter Lake woman decided to try a $10 instant-scratch ticket for the first time and ended up winning a $100,000 top prize playing the lottery's "Red Hot Cherries" game. April Komor Wins Top Prize Playing "Red Hot Cherries" Scratch Game WMaster@ialottery.com(Iowa Lottery Authority) Tue, 11 Oct 2011 13:00:00 CST http://www.ialottery.com/PressRoom/W10-11-11.asp http://www.ialottery.com/PressRoom/W10-11-11A.asp DES MOINES, Iowa - A Dubuque man said he almost didn't realize he'd won a $30,000 prize playing the lottery's "Twisted" instant-scratch game, so he's glad he had the ticket validated. Michael LuGrain Wins Top Prize of $30,000 Playing "Twisted" Scratch Game WMaster@ialottery.com(Iowa Lottery Authority) Tue, 11 Oct 2011 13:00:00 CST http://www.ialottery.com/PressRoom/W10-11-11A.asp http://www.ialottery.com/PressRoom/W10-11-11B.asp DES MOINES, Iowa - A Clarion man was having fun playing some instant-scratch tickets with a friend when he won a $10,000 top-prize playing the lottery's "Great State Tailgate" game. James Stock Wins Top Prize Playing "Great State Tailgate" Scratch Game WMaster@ialottery.com(Iowa Lottery Authority) Tue, 11 Oct 2011 13:00:00 CST http://www.ialottery.com/PressRoom/W10-11-11B.asp http://www.ialottery.com/PressRoom/W10-11-11C.asp DES MOINES, Iowa - An Ottumwa man won the first top prize of $50,000 playing the lottery's "Holiday Bonus Crossword" instant-scratch game. Adan De Paz Wins First Top Prize Playing "Holiday Bonus Crossword" Scratch Game WMaster@ialottery.com(Iowa Lottery Authority) Tue, 11 Oct 2011 13:00:00 CST http://www.ialottery.com/PressRoom/W10-11-11C.asp http://www.ialottery.com/PressRoom/W10-11-11D.asp DES MOINES, Iowa - A Clinton man won a $10,000 prize playing the lottery's "Lifetime Riches" instant-scratch game. Julius Hudson Wins $10,000 Prize In "Lifetime Riches" Scratch Game WMaster@ialottery.com(Iowa Lottery Authority) Tue, 11 Oct 2011 13:00:00 CST http://www.ialottery.com/PressRoom/W10-11-11D.asp http://www.ialottery.com/PressRoom/W10-11-11E.asp DES MOINES, Iowa - A Waterloo woman won a top prize of $10,000 playing the lottery's "Great State Tailgate" instant-scratch game. Tiffany Tiedt Wins Top Prize Playing "Great State Tailgate" Scratch Game WMaster@ialottery.com(Iowa Lottery Authority) Tue, 11 Oct 2011 13:00:00 CST http://www.ialottery.com/PressRoom/W10-11-11E.asp http://www.ialottery.com/PressRoom/W10-05-11.asp DES MOINES, Iowa - A Davenport woman said after a run of bad luck, she feels blessed to have won a top prize of $30,000 playing the lottery's "Diamond Mine" instant-scratch game. Kimberly Furness Wins Top Prize Playing "Diamond Mine" Scratch Game WMaster@ialottery.com(Iowa Lottery Authority) Wed, 05 Oct 2011 10:55:00 CST http://www.ialottery.com/PressRoom/W10-05-11.asp http://www.ialottery.com/PressRoom/W10-05-11A.asp DES MOINES, Iowa - A Cedar Rapids man won a top prize of $30,000 playing the lottery's "Merry Crossword" instant-scratch game. Jason DeBoer Wins Top Prize Playing "Merry Crossword" Holiday Scratch Game WMaster@ialottery.com(Iowa Lottery Authority) Wed, 05 Oct 2011 10:55:00 CST http://www.ialottery.com/PressRoom/W10-05-11A.asp http://www.ialottery.com/PressRoom/W10-05-11B.asp DES MOINES, Iowa - A Hamilton County woman won a top prize of $30,000 playing the lottery's "Twisted" instant-scratch game. Christina Carlberg Wins Top Prize Playing "Twisted" Scratch Game WMaster@ialottery.com(Iowa Lottery Authority) Wed, 05 Oct 2011 10:55:00 CST http://www.ialottery.com/PressRoom/W10-05-11B.asp http://www.ialottery.com/PressRoom/W10-05-11C.asp DES MOINES, Iowa - An Ottumwa woman won the first top prize of $30,000 playing the lottery's "Merry Crossword" instant-scratch game. Rosa Powers Wins First Top Prize Playing "Merry Crossword" Holiday Scratch Game WMaster@ialottery.com(Iowa Lottery Authority) Wed, 05 Oct 2011 10:55:00 CST http://www.ialottery.com/PressRoom/W10-05-11C.asp http://www.ialottery.com/PressRoom/W10-03-11.asp DES MOINES, Iowa - When a Taylor County woman cashed in a $3 instant-scratch ticket winner for a Powerball ticket and a "Great State Tailgate" scratch ticket, she never dreamed she'd win a top prize of $10,000. Nancy Richardson Wins Top Prize Playing "Great State Tailgate" Scratch Game WMaster@ialottery.com(Iowa Lottery Authority) Mon, 03 Oct 2011 15:25:00 CST http://www.ialottery.com/PressRoom/W10-03-11.asp