Samantha Herscher
Writer
Samantha is a skilled writer with a passion for storytelling.
Inspired by an 8th-grade victory in a scary story contest, Samantha has been writing ever since. Whether it’s informative articles, engaging blog posts, persuasive website copy, or captivating social media content, Samantha has the talent to bring ideas to life. With experience writing for a variety of industries, including professional services, pet news, and e-commerce, Samantha adapts her style to suit any audience.
Samantha's latest articles
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Pop goes the jackpot: Oregon's newest lottery game simplifies winning
Oregonians can now play for lottery wins every hour with Cash Pop, where a single lucky number could pay up to $2,500.
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White elephant mix-up leads to half-million-dollar Christmas surprise
Detroit Lions bring double luck. A $500K lottery win and playoff spot coincide in a Christmas miracle.
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'We felt like imposters': A rare glimpse inside a lottery winner's family
Many lottery stories end in disaster. This winner's son reveals why his family beat the odds.
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Texas steps up lottery age enforcement with new tech
Texas lottery machines at 19,000+ retail locations will now require ID scans before dispensing tickets.
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Montana confirms changes to the Mega Ball field
Learn why lottery players will soon face better jackpot odds and bigger prizes at five times the current ticket cost.
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Better odds, bigger wins: Club Keno's fresh start for 2025
Club Keno's new Plus 3 add-on gives players three extra winning numbers and better odds of winning.
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The secret science behind lottery machines: How random really is random?
Six spinning balls, infinite possibilities, and one remarkable tale of technological integrity.
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Ultimate stocking stuffer: $1B Mega Millions drawing for Christmas Eve
Only one December jackpot has ever been won on Christmas Eve, and it went unclaimed. History awaits.
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Anonymous winner claims New Jersey's largest-ever lottery prize
After months of speculation, New Jersey's billion-dollar lottery winner emerges to claim the 5th-largest prize in game history.
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Grocery store donates $50,000 lottery prize to fight hunger and homelessness
When a Tri-State Megabucks win means more than just money for one supermarket.
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Virginia Lottery levels up the player experience
VA Lottery's game-changing strategy to win over the next wave of players.
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Digital debut: West Virginia sees first big iLottery Powerball prize
WV Lottery player makes history with a single click, landing a $100k win.
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Sevens heaven: Lottery players strike gold with record payout
When four 7s aligned, the New Jersey Lottery delivered its largest single-draw payout in gaming history.
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Tick tock! A $197 million Mega Millions jackpot vanishes tomorrow
A forgotten lottery ticket could turn someone into an instant millionaire—but only if claimed by Saturday.
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A touching lottery win proves love knows no boundaries
A Chicago man's tribute to his late wife turns into a life-changing $650,000 lottery win.
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Before you celebrate that lottery win: Arkansas officials share a warning
A fake lottery caller is targeting Arkansans with a $797K prize scam. Here's what to watch for.
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North Carolina joins the Cash POP craze
Win up to $2,500 five times daily: North Carolina's newest lottery game, Cash POP, is here.
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Mass Lottery spreads holiday cheer with statewide toy drive
The Mass Lottery launches holiday toy drive and festive promotions while promoting responsible gaming.
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What's the draw? A look at the history and culture of raffles
Learn more about how raffles turn dreams into reality every holiday season and the origins of this tradition.
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