Lottery sales bring in more than $8M

The Mississippi Lottery Corporation announced the sales for the first week which brought in $8,932,200 resulting in approximately $1.9 million for roads and bridges around the state.

MLC President Tom Shaheen said the top five selling counties for the week were Hinds, Harrison, Rankin, Lee, and Forrest.

In addition to positive sales, players cashed in more than $3.8 million in prizes. Top prizes claimed ranged from $2,000 to $15,000.

Four more scratch-off games will be available at all retailer locations next Tuesday, December 10th.

Mississippi Lottery Corporation will be rolling out new scratch-offs every month and the Mega Millions and Powerball will be available on January 30th.