Columbia, South Carolina, October 2, 2025
News Summary
A significant cash prize was won with a Powerball ticket sold in Columbia, while several other players also struck it lucky in various games. The recent draws saw several prizes awarded, including a $30,000 Mega Millions win. With numerous winners across the state, excitement continues to build among lottery players.
Columbia, South Carolina – The South Carolina Education Lottery celebrated a successful draw day on October 1, 2025, with multiple winners emerging across various games. Notable wins included a Powerball ticket worth $100,000 and several other prizes ranging from $50,000 to $30,000 in different games.
The Powerball numbers drawn were 08-17-22-28-55, with the Powerball being 14 and the Power Play multiplier at 3. A ticket matching this set of numbers was sold at Cheapway on Shop Road in Columbia, bringing in a significant cash prize for the holder.
In the Midday Pick 3 Plus FIREBALL game, the winning numbers were 8-2-9, with a FIREBALL of 3. The Evening Pick 3 Plus FIREBALL also drew numbers of 9-8-2, with a FIREBALL of 8. Players in the Pick 4 category also had luck on their side, with the Midday drawing yielding numbers 8-1-2-0 and a FIREBALL of 3, while the Evening drawing revealed numbers 7-1-0-6 and a FIREBALL of 8.
In addition, the Cash Pop game had winning numbers of 07-19-22-29-30, while the Palmetto Cash 5 showcased winning digits of 03-29-38-56-65 alongside a Powerball of 07. These games saw multiple players successfully matching the respective winning numbers, further boosting their total winnings.
For those wishing to claim their prizes, players who won up to $500 are able to redeem their winnings at any authorized South Carolina Education Lottery retailer. For those whose winnings range between $501 and $100,000, claims must be made via mail to the South Carolina Education Lottery Claims Center. Notably, larger prizes exceeding $100,000 must be claimed in person and require proper identification.
Claim documentation necessitates the submission of a signed winning ticket, a completed claim form, and a government-issued photo ID. Winners of significant prizes can also opt for Electronic Funds Transfer (EFT), allowing for convenient direct deposit of their winnings.
The Columbia Claims Center is located at 1303 Assembly Street, Columbia, SC 29201, where winners can claim their larger prizes in person.
In another notable win during the Mega Millions draw, a player won $30,000 with a ticket purchased at Quick Pantry in Orangeburg. The previous Mega Millions winning numbers were 6-14-36-58-62, with the Megaball being 24. These victories not only highlight the ongoing excitement surrounding lottery games in South Carolina but also serve as a reminder for players to check their tickets and claim winnings promptly.
Players have a period of 180 days from the date of the draw to claim their prizes, underscoring the importance of checking winning numbers and ensuring that claims are processed within the designated time frame. The recent lottery results have undoubtedly stirred enthusiasm among players across the state, with many hopeful for similar luck in upcoming draws.
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