Joe Butler: "A friend shared this news on Facebook and at first I thought it was a bad online rumor but I verified that it’s going to be twice as painful to lose at Powerball now – the ticket price doubles to $2 on Jan. 15. There’s not much else you can get for a buck (or two), and it’s nice to have that quick 'what if moment' – plus your odds of playing really do rise if you actually play. Idaho Lottery announcement here.

Question: Will you mind paying twice as much for your Powerball tickets?