Lucky 'All or Nothing' ticket wins $250,000 top prize

1/24/2015 02:56 - randy k.

Is the rng in any way on a communication link with any other system in any way., thanks. NC Lottery
No. Like ball machines, our RNGs are kept sealed in secured room, under surveillance of video cameras, and under dual control at all times.

11/27/2014 02:12 - dennis h.

all winners seem to be west of I-95 in scratch -off tickets and in the special drawings. this has nothing to due with luck like the lotto. I wonder why?NC Lottery
We have winners from all over the state; just stay tuned to the Lucke-Zone and check out the "NEWS" tab on our website to read tickets from winners in many places :)

11/27/2014 11:12 - stephen r.

AFTER READING THE LATEST 85 POSTS IT SEEMS THAT MOST OF THE LOTTERY PLAYERS ARE HAVING CONCERNS ABOUT THE LOCATIONS OF PAYOUTS AND THE AMOUNTS. I TOO AM A AVID LOTTERY PARTICIPANT TO THE TUNE OF ABOUT $6,000 A YEAR FOR THE PAST 3 YEARS, WITHOUT A MAJOR PAYOUT. THE MOST I HAVE WON TO DATE AT ONE TIME IS $200 FROM THE EDUCATIONAL LOTTERY AND A $150 WINNER ON A SCRATCH OFF. STATE OR NATIONAL LOTTERY'S, LIKE ANY OTHER BUSINESS,ARE BASED ON TWO SIMPLE FACTS OF SUPPLY AND DEMAND. THE LOTTERY SUPPLIES DREAMS OF HITTING IT BIG AND THE PUBLIC DEMANDS MORE AND MORE INSTANT GRATIFICATION THROUGH THESE MEANS.MEANING, "HITTING IT BIG" THAT WILL BE LIFE A LIFE CHANGING EXPERIENCE. THIS WILL BE BE A THREE PART SERIES EXPLAINING THROUGH FACT AND SOME THEORY HOW THE NCL PAYOUTS ARE DISTRIBUTED AND THE REASONING BEHIND THEIR ACTIONS. UNTIL THEN, PLEASE PLAY RESPONSIBLE

11/26/2014 02:55 - joan b.

HOW COME YOU GUYS NEVER POSTED ANY OF MY LOTTERY IDEAS? YOU ALL MAKE BIG BUCKS OFF OF US

11/26/2014 02:52 - joan b.

I THINK LUCK REWARDS SHOULD SEND ALL LUCK REWARD MEMBERS A CHRISTMAS CARD. IN THE CARD WILL BE 2 SCRATCH OFFS WITH A CHANCE FOR SOME ONE TO WIN BIG MONEY. THATS THE LEAST YOU ALL CAN DO FOR ALL THE TIME AND MONEY WE SPEND. WE DESERVE A CHRISTMAS BONUS FOR KEEPING YOU ALL IN BUSINESS. COME ON MAKE SOME ONE HAPPY. YOU HAVE ALL OUR ADDRESS TO DO ITNC Lottery
We appreciate your creative idea, and we do appreciate all our players so much. The best we can do is WISH YOU a Merry Christmas, Happy Holidays, and a Happy New Year!!!

11/26/2014 12:20 - carol c.

I asked this question 3 times still waiting for answer do you need to keep tickets after entering them in the lucky zone drawings?NC Lottery
We do our best to respond to questions in as timely a fashion as possible! Maybe you asked your question on a different blog entry? If so, check back through the old blogs. In any event, the answer is NO, you do not have to keep tickets after entering them for Lucke-Rewards points.

11/25/2014 06:32 - david d.

You should rethink your statement. though it took longer than expected to get our first $250,000 winner, the game has been popular with many players because the odds of winning something back are better than with some draw games, and you still have the chance to win a very high top prize, compared to say Pick 3 or Pick 4. So it's just a matter of preference; we hope that you enjoy some of the games we have to offer! :)Your odds are MUCH lower because it costs $2 not #1 for any type of return. People are not as stupid as you would want them to be. Think before you release something like this again. Thank you

11/24/2014 09:04 - Marolyn H.

I have a question about the Monopoly game... I purchase a ticket for the fri November 21 2014 and I had the PN # 14 plus a digit # the charts shows I won 10$ but went to store to check it says ticket to old. Can you please explain to me how this game works. Thanks Loyal PlayerNC Lottery
Hey, thanks for taking time to ask your question here. Would you please call our customer service so they can talk this over with you? Thanks: 877-962-7529

11/21/2014 11:31 - clara m.

The page is fixed,I entered my tickets.Thanks.

11/20/2014 01:19 - Phillip L.

question how much is the tax on the winningsNC Lottery
On wins of more than $5,000, the lottery is required by law to withhold estimated federal taxes of 25% and state taxes of 5.8%

11/20/2014 12:01 - clara m.

Got tickets need 2 enter,503 error.Whats up with that?NC Lottery
Not sure; would you be so kind as to click on the HELP link and fill out an Online Support form so that the technical people are aware of the problem? Also, feel free to call technical customer service at 855-767-1863. Let us know if your problem is resolved

11/20/2014 08:36 - Roger K.

Well I didn't play PB last night, instead I took my 2 bucks and played the all or nothing game. I thought, why not give it a shot since there was a BIG winner on it! Well 5 numbers right don't get you nothing. Like the game said all or NOTHING! Must keep trying! I Won't be playing the ALL OR NOTHING game anymore! I'm sticking to Cash5 only. No more PB or MM for me, will add the extra money to play more on Cash5... Good Luck everyone!

11/20/2014 12:27 - joan b.

thank you for answering my question on the monopoly game show. but i thought the rules said you have to have your ticket to show if your picked for the game show.Sure thing, good luck! :-)

11/19/2014 10:45 - Deadera B.

congrats on your winning

11/19/2014 09:56 - BIlly H.

My day is right around the corner to win the T=O=P prize of $250,000.

11/19/2014 06:20 - Cassandra C.

this site is having problem with going to enter the numbers for the second chance and whats up need to enter my ticket numberNC Lottery
If you are still having trouble with this, please call technical customer service at 855-767-1863

11/19/2014 04:46 - Valerie S.

As CCW said in regarding scratch-off odds, it seems strange that the NCEL doesn't disclose how many tickets are printed for each game. I've asked on these boards and I get no answers. The South Carolina lottery puts that info right on their website disclosing how many tickets were issued for a particular scratch-off. No one has to make an official request for 'Public Records'. Wouldn't it make sense to disclose these numbers with the 'odds' of winning per XXX number of tickets?NC Lottery
It's easy to determine the number of prizes for any scratch-off game. Just multiply the number of prizes at any level by the odds of winning one of those prizes. For example, if a game has four top prizes and 1 in 1 million odds of winning one of them, the total number of tickets is 4 million :)

11/19/2014 04:42 - Joshua K.

NCEL....I personally would like to see yall raise the minimum starting amount of the Cash 5 from $50,000 to $100,000. I think it would entice more players. GA Lottery did so and their sales almost tripled. Just a request from lil ol me :)

11/19/2014 03:39 - Mike S.

All or nothing game should have its name changed. It should be called the 5 6 or 7 game. Absolutely ridiculous that it took over 2 months for someone to hit jackpot. And that is two draws a day seven days a week. What a jokeNC Lottery
It's just a different kind of draw game. If you want better odds of winning a smaller top prize, you have the option to play Pick 3 or Pick 4 :-)

11/19/2014 07:41 - Chester W.

Hope the lottery people are looking at the scratch off tickets to improve the odds for ALLPLAYERS! Sometimes you buy 10 or more tickets off a roll and you are lucky to even get the cost of one ticket. This need to change to have a winning ticket every 5 or 6 tickets or a little higher than the odds per ticket; hence people will play more and will keep scratching! Thank U!

11/19/2014 03:55 - joan b.

HI IN THE MONOPOLY GAME IF YOU WIN ON IT AND THEN ENTER IT FOR A CHANCE TO BE IN THE NEW GAME SHOW, HOW CAN YOU HOLD ON TO YOUR TICKET INCASE YOU GUYS DRAW IT TO BE ON THE SHOW? I WON 7 DOLLARS BUT LADY AT STORE SAID IF I COLLECT I CANT HAVE MY TICKET BACK. KINDA CONFUSED.NC Lottery
Once you've entered your ticket here in the Lucke-Zone, you don't need to hold on to the physical ticket anymore. You can claim your prize money. Just enter here first :-)

11/18/2014 08:59 - Victoria W.

C'mon just play for fun. I put a little money off after my bills and play for fun. Just months ago I had someone in my area won $750,000.00. I was so happy that this person won. That person was in the right place at the right time. Playing the lottery is fun. Sometimes you lose and sometimes you win.

11/18/2014 08:45 - betty c.

way to go...... now help someone a little. PAST IT ON.......

11/18/2014 06:11 - Sheila D.

This is the first time that store has had anything above $5000 and then only once and 2.. $1000 winners on various games. I for one am glad to see this tiny store get something. And by the way the person that won was a quick pick. And the store only gets $5000 and it is issued as a credit is what I was told. The owner cant even give a bonus to her employees that way. Only 3 ladies work there and they sure could have used a bonus. Kinda sucks for them but glad for the winner.

11/18/2014 05:30 - shironzo m.

I see more negative comments about a on than good ones but ncel claims lots of folks like it!! Do the math ncel, this game will only last if y'all make it!! With people stopping its only a matter of time!!

11/18/2014 05:13 - Roger K.

Player had a good idea on raising the cash5. Winning 50,000 is not to bad of a winnings. Just after taxes come off, you not left with a whole lot of money! Don't get me wrong, I would love to win any amount right now, that would help me out a bunch. But winning like 100,000 after taxes, would be a whole lot better, with more cash to have. I do play 3 dollars worth of Cash5 a day! Win some, lose some...My risk and money, in hopes of striking it one day soon! So good luck everyone!

11/18/2014 03:51 - MR. Kenneth R.

WELL I TRY AGAIN AND AGAIN AND AGAIN MAY B I JUST WIN ONE DAY UNTIL THEN I JUST KEEP BUYING ME SOME LOTTORY TICKET

11/18/2014 03:16 - wendell m.

Of course the lottery comm wants the r-n-g. The computer is heavily tipped in their favor and it's legal! If someone devised a plan to rip-off the lottery, they would be thrown in prison.NC Lottery
The outcome of lottery drawings, whether done with ball sets or random number generators, are fair to all players. We invite folks to come attend a drawing in person so that our security staff and independent auditor can walk you through the entire process in place to ensure fairness.

11/18/2014 01:15 - Ronald C.

Come on people! The human brain is a random number generator if one chooses it to be. Just because we don't think like the machine doesn't make the machine wrong. More than likely the brain is wrong. Sorry, but the catz understands and is trying to think like the machine. The last time it kicked in was worth $11,821 take home. So just think and grow rich!

11/18/2014 12:23 - RICCO L.

IM DONE WITH THE LOTTERY. I"VE DONE NOTHING BUT GONE IN THE WHOLE. I"VE PLAYED THE SAME AON NUMBER SINCE THE GAME HAS COME OUT WITH A GRAND TOTAL OF $72.00NC Lottery
The odds of winning playing games of chance means that it does take luck to win a prize. So we are sorry to hear you didn't have better luck. We definitely only want folks to play if they are enjoying themselves. Take care

11/18/2014 10:01 - NC Lottery

@ BMFB1980 - All or Nothing drawings are done using a certified random number generator, which has passed extensive testing and undergoes testing before each live drawing. An independent auditor is also present for each drawing. The results are completely random and fair to every player with a ticket. Some lotteries use random number generators for all drawings. As time goes on, you are likely to see more use of random number generators. We hope that some of the games we have to offer are games you enjoy playing!

11/18/2014 07:53 - Tom W.

Question: How do we know there is not a compiled list of chosen AON tickets, and that during the 15 minute break between 12:15 and 12:30, the numbers drawn are not random but rather chosen, and that any winner is actually at the mercy of when the computer was programmed to choose a winner?NC Lottery
Please see our response below to BMFB1980. Also, you're welcome to come to lottery headquarters to observe an All or Nothing drawing in person to see how the security procedures in place ensure a fair outcome for all players :)

11/18/2014 01:17 - FRANCES P.

congrats.....

11/18/2014 01:03 - helen e.

I play twice a day. I don't know why. congrats winner

11/17/2014 09:58 - John R.

I don't trust this game. It's hard enough to trust the ones where the balls are drawn randomly as there are clever ways to "steer" certain numbers that could, in theory, be hidden from scrutiny. The only saving grace is that people actually do win, otherwise I'd never play. But if this AON game is done by computer-generated numbers then I don't trust it for a second. One time, I saw 1,2,3,4,5,6,7,8,9... come out. Even if the numbers are random, certain patters should be extremely rare and seeing that and 2,4,6,8,10,12,14,16... no way that's random. Sorry don't believe it.NC Lottery
Please see our full reply below

11/17/2014 08:25 - Linwood S.

congratulations every one need to win some time.

11/17/2014 08:00 - Keshia W.

Yes Tarsha, it's about time!!!! I was all ready to stop playing this one. The tickets should be a dollar anyway.

11/17/2014 07:02 - Evelyn S.

congratulations to the winner.

11/17/2014 05:40 - Debbie C.

Just out of curiosity, how many All or Nothing tickets have been sold since September 7th?NC Lottery
That isn't information the communications team has available, but you can submit a formal records request by e-mailing PLAYERINFO@LOTTERYNC.NET and include the words "public records request" in the e-mail subject line.

11/17/2014 04:59 - MICHAEL R.

I Like the ALL OR NOTHING game. I have won not much but I am still in the BLACK with this game. Can not say that for the rest of them, But I will keep playing

11/17/2014 02:40 - Grady S.

Thank you Yeaken for seeing what the rest of us see.It is always the eastern part of the state or Charlotte.The lottery commission didn't help its cause by noting the big winners in Charlotte in they're reply to you.They just confirmed what we all see.If its random like they say there would be winners from all over.Maybe we should start our own lottery of betting on what part of eastern NC wins each time!NC Lottery
Have you ever clicked on the NEWS tab on our website? You will stories about winners from all different parts of the state. What county are you in? We'll be glad to share some info about winners in your region.

11/17/2014 02:26 - James W.

Also wondering why there is not opportunity to enter AON or monopoly numbers in the "Lucke Numbers" section? Will that happen so they can be tracked as the other games are?NC Lottery
There are plans for our web development team to add those games to the Lucke Numbers section.

11/17/2014 02:19 - James W.

'Random-Number-Generator'seems equal "NO WINNERS!" Like one of the earlier posters, I too am more in favor off the "balls." Has anyone noted that in addition to the length of time it took for a $250,000, there are so FEW $500 or even $10 winners. Question...why does it take so long for the results to be displayed following the draw? The delay makes me think the computer is figuring out the least winning combination of numbers.NC Lottery
Some lotteries use random number generators for all their drawings; here in NC, we use one for All or Nothing, Lucke-Rewards and game-specific second-chance drawings. Drawings are always observed by an auditor and conducted using specific security procedures to ensure the integrity of the outcome for all players :)

11/17/2014 01:35 - Sylvia S.

Congratulations!!!

11/17/2014 01:31 - robert s.

u need luck karma and info the lottery provides to have a chance the 33% tax should go dwn to 26% and did they really need to add #s to the mega raing the odds c mon mannNC Lottery
The lottery doesn't have a role in the decision about how much state and federal taxes are. By law, we're required to withhold 25% federal and 5.8% state taxes on lottery wins of $5001+

11/17/2014 12:37 - tarsha s.

It's about time!

11/17/2014 11:18 - Matthew H.

This ALL OR NOTHING GAME has been going on for 2 1/2 months and this is the first time anyone has won the top prize. If you will check the history of this game since its inception, you will see that very few of even the $500 prizes have been won. This game is a ripoff. I have stopped wasting my money on it.NC Lottery
We were surprised it took as long as it did to get our first top prize winner. But the game has been popular with many players because the odds make it more likely to win something back than with some other draw games. We hope you like some of the games we have to offer!

11/17/2014 11:04 - Olivia W.

I think it is wonderful someone finally beat the odds. Congratulations to the winner, happy for them. I bought several tickets and the most I got was $4 but that's what the lottery is, taking a chance, everybody can't win. Just make sure you spend what you can afford!

11/17/2014 10:36 - Barbara S.

Congrats to the winner.

11/17/2014 09:41 - Bobby D.

I'm glad for them. I was fortunate enough to win $500 on November 6, 2014. I had 11 of 12 numbers which I chose on my own. I love All or Nothing because I've been blessed enough to win over $600 in the last ten days. Yeahhhhhhh All or Nothing!!!!!!NC Lottery
Thanks for sharing your winning experience - congrats & good luck!

11/17/2014 08:57 - Chester W.

Lets have a massive promotion for the thousands of loyal players! Come on now, this is a big state with millions of people! What's up with the cheap promotions lately? You can make it happen!

11/17/2014 08:57 - EBONE P.

Congrats to the winner!!! I sure hope you claim your riches soon. ..just in time for the holidays! ! What a blessing! I'm certain my day to claim is approaching soon

11/17/2014 07:04 - Deloris M.

I am glad someone won that big prize

11/17/2014 03:51 - avery f.

I AM WAITING ON MY CHANCE AT WHATEVER IT BE AT BUT I WANT IT TO BE THE BIG ONE READY TO TAKE AN EARLY RETIREMENT LOVE PLAYING THE LOTTERY PICK 3 PIC4 AND SO ON LOVE THE SCRATCH OFFS LIKE I SAY MY DAY IS COMING PS.CAN YOU MAKE IT HAPPEN SOON

11/17/2014 02:31 - Jeff F.

Question? The winner that played the ticket to win, was it a number that they picked or was it a quick pick?NC Lottery
We'll ask the winner when he or she shows up :-)

11/17/2014 01:55 - Andrea C.

Recently, NC lost the vote to get a tax increase so that students in NC school system could get Text Books... shocking!! Maybe the NCLottery should create a game to fund text books for every Student in the Public School System in the State of NC. It does not make since to me that there are schools that cannot provide text books to the Students, so they copy the Chapters for the Students to take home. Absolutely Ludicris.. because you theme for the Lottery is the NCeducation Lottery. Just saying! No I am not from NC so when I heard this I was shocked.NC Lottery
The lottery doesn't decide which programs receive lottery funding, the state legislature does. Our job is to offer fun & fair games, award prizes, and return profits to the state.

11/17/2014 12:05 - james c.

thanks for the 5(x) program on the 1&2 dollar tickets.it makes keying in of these tickets worthwhile.I too notice the increase 25 points on these said tickets. thanks...for obvious reasons I am no longer playing the (second chance) pick tickets(3,4 and 5).how about doing some program ( SECOND CHANCE) with them to make them more attractive .with the combination of the numbers /and letters entry codes ,the tickets are such a pain to key in ,they are not worth it .

11/16/2014 11:52 - Sylvia S.

Congrats!!!.

11/16/2014 09:13 - Denise D.

I bet they threw the ticket away!

11/16/2014 07:19 - Johnny B.

Any chance of having a $1 option for AON? ($125k jackpot).NC Lottery
Creative suggestion, but the game can't be adjusted that way :)

11/16/2014 07:07 - Randy H.

horay!!!

11/16/2014 07:04 - shirley W.

I too was beginning to doubt the all or nothing game. According to the daily totals not that many people are planning so the odds are definitely against us. I am quitting that game. it is always 5,6, 7 numbers on a card. too much of a coincidence.

11/16/2014 06:33 - Aleashia B.

Finally!!!! Congratulations!

11/16/2014 05:10 - lisa d.

so very happy for you!!!!!! enjoy your prize!!!!!

11/16/2014 04:23 - Sheila D.

It's about time. I know who won and I'm very happy for him. He definitely needed it. And that little store needed the boost!! Congrats!!!

11/16/2014 03:24 - Wynonia M.

love all of nothing. I would like to see North Carolina get keno

11/16/2014 03:17 - Kelli P.

How or when do you decide to end a scratch off?NC Lottery
Many factors go into the decision, including how long the game has been on sale, how many top prizes remain, how popular the game is, and what new games are coming out.

11/16/2014 02:18 - partina l.

GOD IS GOOD

11/16/2014 01:56 - George D.

Good job

11/16/2014 01:38 - George D.

Good job......if the ticket not thrown away

11/16/2014 01:28 - ELLA R.

congrats to the all or nothing winners $2 is all I ever get oh well I'll have to keep on trying

11/16/2014 01:22 - wendell m.

As said before, the ball-drop system for this game would quiet a lot of doubters including myself as well as ensuring the integrity of the game. Congrats to the winner!!

11/16/2014 12:44 - charles i.

Congrats to the lucky winner

11/16/2014 12:29 - ryan s.

yeah a computer generated number. the odds are way against us. its a money maker for them.NC Lottery
All or Nothing actually pays out a higher percentage over time than other draw games - that's why its popular with a lot of players! But if you prefer other games, we're glad that you enjoy those :-)

11/16/2014 12:10 - Jerry C.

Congratulations.

11/16/2014 11:49 - La-Antwoinette L.

I like how the cash 5 is now because $50,000 is a lot of money but think about the people who won over $600,00 in cash 5 last week

11/16/2014 11:25 - Michael L.

It's about time , was beginning to think this game was "fixed" LOL WTG

11/16/2014 11:21 - kenny h.

OMG The EASTERN PART OF THE STATE AGAIN??!! Who would have ever guessed it!! Give US a break. And please spare us your non-manipulation garb.NC Lottery
Did you read just this week about the brothers-in-law from Union County (near Charlotte) that split a $1 million prize? Or another $1 million prize split by players from Gaston & Cleveland Counties? You can read more here: http://bit.ly/1yK4ydl

11/16/2014 11:09 - Annie M.

Question...if a lucky-Zone player wins once is he/she eligible to win again or, is there a waiting period after the first win? If not, there should be a waiting period in order to give others an even greater chance to win. Of course, I have never won but would like to increase my chances in anyway possible.NC Lottery
There is no rule against winning in more than one drawing or a time period between wins. Good luck to you!

11/16/2014 11:01 - Benita F.

I hope that I too will win one of these draw games one day!! I play them often enough. I'm happy for the lucky winner!

11/16/2014 10:44 - NC Lottery

@ FREESPIRIT - The odds of matching ALL or NONE are exactly the same, just like the odds of matching 4 or 8 numbers are exactly the same. Check out the How to Play page for more info: http://bit.ly/1tXVMnR -- Also, All or Nothing drawings are conducted under the supervision of an auditor and many other security measures are in place to ensure the integrity of the drawings. If other draw games suit your taste better, we hope you'll enjoy those!

11/16/2014 10:19 - Larry H.

One day l will win the jack pot!

11/16/2014 09:09 - William A.

It's about time. I think the NC lottery should look at getting rid of this game and find one that a people can actually win at. Over 2 months before we get one jackpot winner. I'm glad for the winner he or she REALLY beat the odds on this game!NC Lottery
Although it took longer than expected to get our first $250,000 winner, the game has been popular with many players because the odds of winning something back are better than with some draw games, and you still have the chance to win a very high top prize, compared to say Pick 3 or Pick 4. So it's just a matter of preference; we hope that you enjoy some of the games we have to offer! :)

11/16/2014 08:42 - R W B.

Quote: "For the first time since the All or Nothing game started in North Carolina, we have our first $250,000 winner." There's always the possibility of matching all 12...there is no possibility of a no-match with the way the computer-programmed 'Random-Number-Generator' selects the numbers. You're practically ensured of drawing 5,6, or 7 numbers, of which there are no winnings. Give me the "boring" ball-drop number draws anytime...it's a way to keep the game honest with no question of integrity. The auditor only ensures there's no tampering with drawn numbers; he/she doesn't program the RNG.. I've stopped playing A-O-N; I've only been swapping $2 if I did win anything.

11/16/2014 08:12 - Randall B.

why wont NCL raise cash 5 , to 100,000 a day, It worked extremely well in ga lotto sales tripled!!!!NC Lottery
Every state is different; but the folks who make decisions about lottery games read the blog, too.. so thanks for the suggestion!

11/16/2014 07:07 - Marla W.

Hope it's Megan !

11/16/2014 01:30 - Teresa J.

Good For Them!

11/15/2014 09:51 - Pamela W.

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