Woodruff Resident Claims $2.5 Million Lottery Win

An array of colorful lottery scratch-off tickets

Woodruff, SC, October 16, 2025

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A resident of Woodruff, SC, has won an astonishing $2.5 million from a scratch-off ticket sold at Nick’s Mart. The South Carolina Education Lottery also reports significant wins in various draw games, including Powerball and Pick games, with a $170,000 Palmetto Cash 5 jackpot sold in Camden. Players are encouraged to check their tickets as excitement increases with numerous winners across the state.

Columbia, South Carolina – The South Carolina Education Lottery released the results of multiple draw games on October 15, 2025. Players across the state are eager to learn about the latest major prize wins, including significant jackpots in the Powerball and various scratch-off games.

The Powerball winning numbers for this draw were 10-13-28-34-47, with the Powerball number being 15 and a Power Play of 3. Players are urged to check their tickets carefully as this popular draw often attracts substantial participation.

In the Pick 3 game, the midday winning numbers were 1-4-1, with a Fireball number of 1. The evening draw produced winning numbers of 4-0-8, featuring a Fireball number of 0. For the Pick 4 game, the midday draw yielded the numbers 6-1-8-4 (Fireball: 1), while the evening results were 9-2-6-0 (Fireball: 0).

Cash Pop winners drew numbers 02-05-13-27-32, providing a chance for players to boost their earnings. In another draw, Palmetto Cash 5 reported winning numbers of 05-20-27-44-51, along with a Powerball of 21. This latest jackpot of $170,000 had rolled over seven times prior to this win, signifying its growing allure.

The day was particularly notable for a resident of Woodruff, SC, who claimed a life-changing $2.5 million from the Magnificent Jumbo Bucks scratch-off ticket purchased at Nick’s Mart. The chance of winning this grand prize stood at 1 in 1.72 million, underscoring the rarity of such winnings. Nick’s Mart is set to receive a $25,000 commission for selling the winning ticket, highlighting the financial benefits for retailers as well.

An additional winner, Santana McCoy from Engelhard, stepped into the spotlight with a $219,685 jackpot drawn from the digital instant game Bison Bonanza. With a wager of just $5, McCoy experienced disbelief upon discovering her win. After taxes, she pocketed approximately $157,626, with plans to repair her house and purchase a new car.

The Bison Bonanza game features a progressive jackpot that starts at $50,000 and has now surpassed $71,000 since McCoy’s win, providing additional excitement for future players.

The winner of the Palmetto Cash 5 jackpot, valued at $170,000, purchased the winning ticket at a Circle K gas station in Camden. This marks the 27th jackpot win for the Palmetto Cash 5 game since its inception, showcasing its popularity and the potential for substantial rewards.

Lottery winners in South Carolina have a full 180 days to claim their prizes, ensuring that they have time to make necessary arrangements. Notably, South Carolina is one of 11 states that allows lottery winners the option to remain anonymous, adding a layer of privacy for those who prefer to keep their winnings under wraps.

Proceeds from the South Carolina Education Lottery are directed towards funding critical state education initiatives, as well as providing prizes, paying retailer commissions, and covering various services related to the operation of the lottery.

For participants in the South Carolina Education Lottery, the recent results present numerous opportunities for excitement and financial gain, continuing to illustrate the impact of the lottery on both individual lives and the broader community.

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