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Lottery Director: Pump Price Might Hurt Lottery Sales

BISMARCK, North Dakota -- Higher gasoline prices appear to be slowing lottery ticket sales, the state lottery director says.

Lottery Director Chuck Keller said convenience stores have reported that the rising prices at the pump are affecting the sales of lottery tickets as well as such items as candy and pop.

"Most of our retailers are truck stops, and C-stores, convenience stores that do distribute fuel, whether it's diesel, gas, or both," Keller said.

More promotions are being planned, including one that would allow the 10 millionth ticket buyer to win $10,000, he said.

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