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What's your wish?

If you're not already a fan of the Lottery on Facebook, "like" us now and leave a comment to get a stocking stuffer from us.  Just leave a comment under "What's your Christmas wish?" on our Facebook page, and the first 100 with an active My Lottery account will get a T-shirt or a can cooler.  I'll upgrade the best two wishes to a premium item. 

Help us spread some holiday cheer by sharing your holiday wish. 

Open thread

What's on your mind?  The rising Mega Millions jackpot?  Holiday Scratchers?  Current promotions?  Leave a comment below. 

New poll

There's a new poll along the sidebar.  I'm interested to find out if you're participating in the "Hi-Tech Holiday" promotion.  Do you enter non-winning tickets for a second-chance to win?  If so, what is your motivation?  If not, what would pique your interest?  There are just a couple of general answers in the poll, so please weigh in by leaving a comment below. 

By the way, the next entry deadline for the "Hi-Tech Holiday" promotion is Tuesday, Dec. 7. 

What would you do?

Here's an interesting little column that ran in the Columbia Daily Tribune.  In it, columnist Bill Clark lays out all the good causes he would help should he win a $200 million Powerball jackpot.  It's quite a list that would go a long way toward improving and sustaining Columbia. 

It begs the question - what would you do if you won a $200 million jackpot?  Would helping others be on your list? 

New poll

A new version of one of our old favorites hits the streets today.  It's called Keno To Go, and it's the new mobile version of Club Keno.  Starting today, you can purchase Club Keno tickets at select Missouri Lottery retail locations that offer Numbers Games.  Instead of having to find an age-controlled environment to sit down and enjoy the game, you can now pick up Keno To Go and play the game anytime, anywhere. 

We've posted a new poll along the sidebar asking what you think about the game change, and whether or not you intend to try Keno To Go.  Log your preference in the poll and feel free to share your thoughts in the comments below. 

New poll

Would you agree?  The Missouri Lottery offers great value for your entertainment dollar.  Where else can you buy a dream for $1?  Vote in the poll along the sidebar, and feel free to tell us what you really think by leaving a comment below. 

New poll

There's a new poll along the sidebar.  We just sent out a survey to My Lottery members to inquire how people use their cell phones.  We believe there will be a lot of growth in this arena in the next few years.  Do you currently have a plan that allows using the Internet, or do you think you may soon?  Take a minute to vote in the poll, and please feel free to leave a comment explaining your answer!  (Our last poll featured an "other" response, but no one told me what "other" meant to them!)

New poll

There's a new poll along the sidebar.  We understand that the winning numbers are one of the most important things people want to know - did I win tonight?  There are lots of ways to get those winning numbers, but are you getting them the way you prefer?  If you'd like a text message or want to see them on your Twitter feed, take a moment to voice your opinion in the poll.  Check all that apply.  If you have another idea, please share it in the comments below. 

You should know that you can already get the winning numbers via text message or e-mail - just sign up for free My Lottery account and we'll deliver the results as soon as they happen.

UPDATE:  If you select other, please leave a comment and let me know what. 

New poll

A couple of recent player e-mails suggest that our Scratchers games have too few winners, or that we should focus less on the large prizes and offer more smaller prizes.  I understand the frustration that players can experience during a bad streak.  But remember - there's no guarantee of winning.  Please play within your means.

The broader theme is what do you want in a Scratchers game?  We offer a variety of games with different levels of prices and prizes, but what do you prefer?  Do you like the big prizes, or would you prefer to see smaller prizes with more winners?  Answer the poll on the sidebar and feel free to expand on your opinion in the comments below. 

Facebook

The Missouri Lottery now has an official fan page on Facebook.  Many of you were friends with Captain Lotto, but now you can show your affection for the Lottery by becoming a fan.  We'll provide updates about promotions, jackpots, news and more.  What would you like to see on Facebook?  Just leave a comment below.