lottery

Montanans are more savvy about winning the lottery than I would have guessed. With another ginormous jackpot on our hands, chatter about "what I'd do with the money" is on everyone's mind.

The Powerball is now over a billion dollars, which means that Montana could have a new billionaire soon. If you were to win all that money, what would buy?

First, check to see if you and I are friends on Facebook at least. Just kidding. A lottery jackpot win is a serious matter and there are some things to do and NOT do if you find out you're a winner.

Here are a few things you could buy in Montana if you won the Mega Millions Jackpot.

Will the winner buy land? A House? Build? Who knows, but I bet they won't spend it in California.

Vote for one of our five choices below. Rich, in love, powerful, helpful or happy just as you are?

If the opportunity to travel to another planet and start a new civilization was possible — would you sign up?

Would a gas tax or sales tax really reduce property taxes? If so, how much and for how long? Would the tax be added to or subtracted from your tax bill?

Read or Subscribe to all Tom Egelhoff’s Weekly Blog Posts by Clicking Here Driving around town over the holiday weekend I am always struck by the sheer beauty of Montana. The green Bridgers we appreciate in the spring and summer are just as impressive wearing a mantel of snow...

Today's generation believes the only way they will live the American Dream is winning a lottery or getting a big inheritance.