Mayor’s Brother Wins $1.82 Billion Powerball, Sparking Suspicion and Debate
The previously anonymous winner of the $1.82 billion Powerball jackpot has been identified as Tracy Hartwick, brother of North Little Rock Mayor Terry Hartwick. Tracy Hartwick purchased the winning ticket on Christmas Eve in Cabot, Arkansas. His identity became public due to a state law that requires the names of lottery winners related to public officials to be released within six months, unlike unrelated winners who can remain confidential for up to three years. This revelation comes as Mayor Hartwick himself recently faced an assault investigation, though no charges were filed.
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