The Arkansas Lottery reports:

Three-week sales hit $29 million, with $18.6 million paid out in winnings.

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State startup loan of $2.8 million has been repaid.

Thousands of players are using the “play it again” feature on the lottery website for a second shot at winners on losing tickets. Reduces litter, the lottery notes.

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Full lottery release:

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