SPRING 2021 LINKLINKNEWS & IDEAS FOR SOUTH DAKOTA RETAILERS

#GoodFunSD | Lottery.SD.gov | GoodFunSD.com 1 Contents Message from the 3 CELEBRATING OUR Director NEWEST BIG WINNER! The summer months are Rapid City resident claims $168,007 here, and we are excited Dakota Cash Prize. for some big changes on the horizon.

4 GAME CHANGES Those changes are highlighted by our Games changes for and and Powerball lotto games. Beginning July 19, Lucky Lucky for Life coming this summer. for Life will move to a daily draw, giving our players even more chances for Luck That Lasts a Lifetime. 5 RETAILER SPOTLIGHT Powerball also has more draws on the horizon. Gary Cones Sinclair Beginning August 23, Powerball drawings will take place each Monday, Wednesday and Saturday. That’s 6 RETAILER SPOTLIGHT not all though as August 23 will also mark the debut of Circle S! the Double Play add on! You can read more about these changes on Page 3, 7 WINNERS and your sales reps will also provide more information See some of our big winners from in the near future. across the state. We’ve also been excited to unveil our new vending machines at locations throughout the state. These 7 A NEW WAY TO PLAY vending machines give our players a new way to play, Skip the line with the new Gemini while also shortening the lines at counters. You can Vending machine. learn more about the vending machines on Page 7.

Last but not least, this edition of the Lottery Link 8 MEET THE TEAM highlights both retailers who have been with us since Get to know the our inception, as well as new members of the Lottery family. family.

As always, please contact your sales rep if you have any questions. Our success wouldn’t be possible without your hard work, so again, we thank you for all of your efforts!

Norm Lingle Lottery Executive Director

2 $168,007 IN THEWINNER RAPID CITY AREA

Terri Kirkpatrick’s rou- “At first I thought tine stop at a gas sta- he was messing tion soon proved to be a life-changing event after around with me Saturday’s Dakota Cash because he likes drawing. to do that,” Kirk- patrick explained. “Then The Rapid City resident I realized that he had a recently became South different tone to him Dakota’s latest Dakota and thought that he Cash jackpot winner wasn’t messing around. after she claimed her I ran right out of the bed- $168,007 prize. Kirkpat- room after that. I was rick purchased her ticket getting teary eyed. I was at Big D Oil Company, so excited.” located on Lacrosse St. in Rapid City. Now that they have experienced their win- “I bought them Saturday ning moment, the Kirk- night at around 5,” Kirk- patricks have specific patrick said. “I had been plans in mind for their to my sister’s house in prize. The family plans Box Elder and stopped at Big D’s to get gas and the tickets.” to take care of some bills, while also saving part of it for some fun. Kirkpatrick noted that she and her husband purchase Dakota Cash tickets on a weekly basis, but this time, she “We have loans at our bank for my husband’s truck and had some good omens that may have helped her win her my car. We have a loan to help my daughter pay for col- first jackpot. lege. We are going to pay all of that off,” Kirkpatrick said. “We also plan on going fishing in Alaska next year.” “When I bought them that night, I told the clerk that I’d come back over and give him some cash after I win,” Kirk- Even after her big win, Kirkpatrick noted that she still patrick said. “That day was my deceased brother’s birth- plans to get her Quick Picks on a weekly basis. She also day, so I think my brother was looking out for me too.” left a piece of advice for all of her fellow Lottery players.

After her purchase, Kirkpatrick didn’t put too much “Never say never,” Kirkpatrick said. thought into her tickets as her husband checked them Sunday morning. That quickly changed when her hus- “You could always have a winning band’s demeanor led her to believe she was about to ticket. This is awesome!” experience a life-changing win.

3 GAME CHANGES POWERBALL & LUCKY FOR LIFE

Beginning July 19, players will have But that’s not the game’s only the chance for a lifetime of winning change coming. Powerball will every day when Lucky for Life also debut a new add on feature drawings are held daily. Lucky for Life to the game. For $1 more each drawings are currently held every play, players may add the Double Monday and Thursday night. Play feature. The add on will incorporate an additional drawing, Lucky for Life, which offers players a top prize of in which players can win up to $10 million. $1,000 a day for life, debuted in South Dakota on June 5, 2017. Since sales began, South Dakota Players will have the same numbers for both has been home to one top prize winner, the regular Powerball and Double Play as well as six second prize winners of drawings if they choose the add on. $25,000 a year for life. “Powerball has been a staple of the South “Throughout the last four years, Lucky Dakota Lottery for decades,” Lingle said. for Life has generated a lot of excitement “We anticipate this next evolution of the among our players and retail partners,” game will appeal to our players.” South Dakota Lottery Executive Director Norm Lingle said. “We hope that excitement The state’s Capital Construction Fund receives continues to grow with drawings now taking place 65 percent of net revenue from lotto games such as every night.” Powerball and Lucky for Life. This supports the Water and Environment Fund, the Ethanol Fuel Fund, and the State Powerball will also have additional draws on the horizon Highway Fund. The state’s General Fund, which supports Beginning August 23, Powerball drawings will be held K-12 schools, state universities and technical institutes, each Monday, Wednesday and Saturday night. Currently, receives the other 35 percent of lotto revenue. drawings are held each Wednesday and Saturday.

Match Double Play Prizes and Odds 5 of first set + 1 of second set Prize** 5 of first set $10,000,000 4 of first set + 1 of Odds second set $500,000 1:292,201,338 4 of first set $50,000 Daily Lucky for Life draws begin July 19, 2021. 3 of first set + 1 of 1:11,688,054 second set $500 Coming your way! From June 17 to June 19, players will only be able to purchase the 1:913,129 number of draws remaining in the twice-a-week schedule. Once Lucky 3 of first set $500 for Life begins daily draws, players can buy up to nine consecutive 1:36,525 draws. • Price: $2 per play 2 of first set+ 1 of be Draws second set $20 • Beginning July 19, numbers can 1:14,494 Date Remaining played for up to 9 consecutive drawings. 1 of first set + 1 of 9 Mark the number of draws under the $20 Thurs, June 17 second set 1:580 word DRAWS at the top of the play slip. 8 9:30 p.m. 0 of first set + 1 of Mon, June 21 $10 1:701 7 • Drawings will be held nightly at second set Soon all South Dakota Lottery retailers Thurs, June 24 CT. Tickets may be purchased until 8:30 6 p.m. CT on the evening of the drawing. Mon, June 28 Overall odds of winning$7 a prize are approximately1:92 1:24.9 5 • The prize structure is unchanged. **Prizes subject to pari-mutual payouts in accordance with Powerball Game Group rules and Thurs, July 1 regulations. 4 Mon, July 5 1:38 will be receiving a retailer cheat sheet 3 *New Powerball Thurs, July 8 2 playslip with the Mon, July 12 1 option of the Thurs, July 15 Double Play Add On 0 with details about the upcoming game Mon, July 19

changes. Beginning August 23, Powerball will feature an additional Monday draw as well as the debut of the Double Play Add On.

1st draw - Monday, August 23, 2021, 9:59 pm CT.

From July 24 to July 28, players will only be able to purchase the number of draws remaining in the twice-a-week schedule. Once • Game change dates Powerball begins draws three days a week, players can buy up to nine consecutive draws. * Draws Remaining • Double Play costs an extra Draw Date $1 per play. 8 Sat, July 24 • Draws will be held every 7 Monday, Wednesday and Wed, July 28 • The step down process Saturday at 9:59 p.m. CT. 6 Tickets may be purchased Sat, July 31 5 until 9:00 p.m. CT the Wed, Aug 4 evening of the drawing. 4 Sat, Aug 7 • The Double Play add on 3 is an additional drawing Wed, Aug 11 • Double Play prizes and odds 2 that takes place after the Sat, Aug 14 Powerball drawing. 1 Wed, Aug 18 • If the Double Play Add on is 0 selected, players will have Sat, Aug 21 • The new Powerball play slip the same winning numbers for both the regular Powerball and Double Play drawings. for up to 9 consecutive drawings. Mark the • Numbers can be played number of draws on the under the word DRAWS at the top of the play slip.

4 Retailer Spotlight Gary Cones Sinclair

Wanda and Gary Cone are the owners of Gary Cones Sinclair in Sioux Falls. After 33 years as a South Dakota Lottery retailer, Wanda and Gary are retiring from the business.

Wanda and Gary have been selling SD Lottery tickets since they first opened in September 1987. The started with what was then called Gary Cones Amoco. Gary said he began selling lottery tickets because his customers wanted a service and a challenge.

“We had fun with the lottery. We enjoyed being part of the lottery experience,” Gary states. “My customers liked dreaming about being the next big winner. Our ‘wall of winners’ was a big hit with the customers. Where can you get that excitement for $2.”

Gary’s favorite part of working with the lottery is the lottery promotions, especially the Spin N Wins.

If Gary could give advice to other retailers it would be “Be truthful and fair with your customers. Play for fun. If you’re not playing, you can ‘t win. Be responsible.”

New Games!

5 The VIP Only 2nd Chance Drawing has gotten a new look to it’s logo. This newest interpretation is a sleeker design going for a more elegant look.

Currently, VIP Only is the only 2nd Chance Drawing that the South Dakota Lottery is offering it’s players. This drawing allows players to enter non-winning scratch tickets for a chance to win either $300 or $100 in scratch tickets.

At this moment, there have been 14 drawings to the VIP Only drawing, with 84 winners in total. Winners have won on multitudes of tickets covering the full range of tickets offered, from $20 tickets to $1 tickets,

Drawings take place on the last Thursday of every month. Players can enter their non-winning scratch tickets either via the Players Club website or the SD Lottery mobile app. All tickets must be entered by 11:59 pm the Wednesday before the draw to be eligible. Retailer Spotlight Circle S One of the newest South Dakota Lottery retail locations is the Circle S in Sioux Falls. Although the retailer’s doors have been open for 20 years, a change in ownership at the beginning of April brings a new perspective as a South Dakota Lottery retailer.

“I like getting to know my customers. Knowing what they want”, says Manager Johnathan Shelnut “Some of the regulars say they like that they don’t have to tell me. They just walk through the door and their favorite smokes, favorite bottle of liquor, favorite scratch off tickets, usually are pulled and ready to go for them”.

The relationship with the South Dakota Lottery “has been very profitable to the store. It’s been awesome. It’s been a chance for upselling.” When asked about the future with the Lottery, Jonathan Jonathan mentions that they have some regulars that play was pretty positive about what was to come. “I think it the lottery. One such regular recently won $500 on the will be great, it helps bring in business, you’re cornering a 50X Wild ticket that he purchased from Circle S. This was market for getting people out and about which is what the an exciting event for Johnathan and his establishment. economy needs in my opinion.”

6 Lucky for Life Dakota Cash Aberdeen $50,000 Webster from Milbank $10,000 WINNERS $1,000 Scratch game Powerball Watertown ACROSS THE STATE $5,000 Onida $10,000 Huron $10,000 Sturgis Pierre $3,000 $100,000 Rapid City $168,007 Brandon Custer $5,000 $2,000 Sioux Falls $200,000 Kyle $5,000 Martin Mission Parkston Canton $35,000 $5,000 $1,000 $100,000

Vermillion $2,000 A NEW WAY TO PLAY With Gemini Vending Machines The South Dakota Lottery installed new Gemini vending machines in 47 locations across the state, giv- ing players a new way to purchase their favorite scratch and lotto games. Players activate the machine by scanning their driver’s license, inserting the cash, and selecting the lotto or scratch game of their choice. Once they receive their game, they can use the ticket scanner to find out if they are a winner. For locations, instructions, and more visit https://lottery.sd.gov/vendingmachine/.

Chris Schaeffer (left) and Store Manager Kayla (left) and The C-Express #14886 in 1. staff member (right) of 2. Assistant Manager Tiffany 3. Aberdeen is excited about Lil Feller showcase the newest (right) show off their new Gemini the new addition to their store. addition to the SD Lottery line up vending machines at Common Assistant Manager Lindsay Maunu in Winner. Cents #17219 in Rapid City. and clerk Rhiannon Lunghi give it a thumbs up.

7 - MEET THE TEAM - SCOTT HOWARD How long have you worked for the South Dakota Lottery and what made you want to work here? 2 ½ years. It was a great chance to put my previous marketing skills to work and to return to and work in my hometown.

What is the best part of your job? Being on the road on beautiful spring and summer days when everyone is happy and enjoying the day.

What is your favorite lottery game? Lucky for Life. There was a top prize winner in my region two months after I started working at Lottery.

Do you have a lucky number? 8.

Where’s a place you like to go for vacation and why? Southwestern USA. Photography is my hobby. I have a sister in Arizona, so I drive there and stop along the way to take photos. Amazing scenery.

What is your favorite sports team? Dodgers.

If you were a dinosaur, what dinosaur would you be? Hmmhh..not into dinosaurs. Maybe a Lottosaurus, or a Casharaptor? Scratchatops?

Play Responsibly KEEP THE FUN GOOD The South Dakota Lottery is all about Good Fun. But too much fun is not good fun. That’s why we remind you to always play only for fun. And if you can’t help is available and always confidential. Because too much fun, is not good fun. Play responsibly. Keep the fun good. Resources are available online at www.KeepTheFunGood.com

LOTTERY LINK NOTE While this and all future editions of the Lottery Learn More at KeepTheFunGood.com Link will be provided electronically, the winner’s Must be 18 to play. Please play responsibility posters will still be printed!

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