Fort Mill, South Carolina, September 16, 2025
News Summary
Three residents from South Carolina have each won $50,000 in recent Powerball drawings as the jackpot climbs to an impressive $1.8 billion. Two winning tickets were purchased in Fort Mill and Goose Creek, while the other was bought in Greenville with the Double Play option. Additionally, a separate winner took home $200,000 from a scratch-off ticket at a Food Lion in Roebuck. The excitement continues to build as the next drawing approaches.
Fort Mill, South Carolina – In a wave of excitement surrounding the Powerball lottery, three South Carolina residents have each won $50,000 in recent drawings. This comes as the Powerball jackpot has soared to an estimated $1.8 billion, creating a frenzy among lottery players across the state and beyond.
Two of the winning tickets were purchased at a Publix Super Market in Fort Mill and an A Plus store in Goose Creek. The third lucky winner acquired their ticket with the Double Play option at a Circle K store in Greenville. Following this latest round of winning, lottery hopefuls still have an opportunity to buy Powerball tickets before the next drawing, which will take place on Saturday at 10:59 p.m. Ticket sales will close at 9:59 p.m. the same day. The cost of a Powerball ticket is $2.
In addition to the Powerball winners, another South Carolina resident scored a significant win by purchasing a scratch-off ticket during a grocery trip at a Food Lion in Roebuck. This individual won $200,000 playing the Clemson Jackpot game. Interestingly, she selected the ticket because of its vibrant orange color, despite having no particular affiliation with Clemson University or football.
For the Clemson Jackpot game, players face odds of winning the top prize at 1 in 520,000. After taxes, the woman took home approximately $140,000 from her win, demonstrating that lottery games can offer substantial rewards, even if the odds are tough.
The South Carolina Education Lottery offers a variety of games for its players, including not just Powerball, but also Cash Pop and Pick 3 Plus. Players are advised to familiarize themselves with the claiming process for lottery prizes. For amounts up to $500, winners can claim their prizes directly at authorized retailers. However, for larger amounts, winners must submit their claims via mail or in person at Lottery Headquarters.
For all prizes exceeding $501, players must complete a claim form and present a government-issued photo ID. Importantly, all lottery prizes must be claimed within a timeframe of 180 days from the draw date, emphasizing the need for winners to act promptly.
The recent success stories from South Carolina’s lottery scene come against a backdrop of escalating interest in the Powerball drawings, particularly as the jackpot reaches record numbers. The prospect of a life-changing win has encouraged many to try their luck at the lottery, contributing to the thrill of potential winnings for individuals across the region.
As the excitement builds in the lead-up to the next drawing, the South Carolina Education Lottery continues to capture the attention of players looking for their chance at fortune. With the current jackpot estimated at $1.8 billion, residents are reminded of the opportunity that awaits with every ticket purchased.
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Additional Resources
- Greenville Online: South Carolina Lottery Results
- Wikipedia: Lottery
- TipRanks: Neopollard Interactive Partnership
- Google Search: South Carolina lottery
- WLTX: South Carolina Powerball Winners
- Google Scholar: Lottery Winning Statistics
- WMBF News: Darlington Lottery Wins
- Encyclopedia Britannica: Gambling
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