The Iowa Lottery reported a 16% increase in sales for December 2025, reaching $51.1 million, marking its best sales month in three years. This surge contributed to a strong fiscal year, with total proceeds up 24.1% in the first half of the fiscal year. Key details regarding the Iowa Lottery's performance: Record Month: The $51.1 million in December sales represents a significant boost, driven in part by high-interest games. Fiscal Impact: Total proceeds for the first half of the fiscal year (through December) reached $51.9 million, which is nearly 48% above budget projections.
Supporting Causes: The lottery supports the Iowa Veterans Trust Fund and other state initiatives, having raised $2.5 million for veterans' causes in the past fiscal year.
Recent Wins: A $1 million winning Powerball ticket was sold in Vinton, Iowa, in December 2025. These results indicate a strong fiscal year, overcoming a slight dip in scratch-ticket sales.
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