Columbia, October 13, 2025
News Summary
A Powerball jackpot winner in Columbia secured a remarkable $100,000 prize by using the PowerPlay option. Multiple other winners across South Carolina have made headlines, including significant scratch-off wins and Mega Millions prizes, showcasing the state’s vibrant lottery scene and potential life-changing prizes for players. The latest results reflect the excitement surrounding the lottery games offered in the area.
Columbia, South Carolina – October 12, 2025
The South Carolina Education Lottery announced the latest draw and scratch-off results on October 12, 2025, revealing several big wins across multiple games. The day’s results showcase the continued popularity and potential for life-changing prizes in the state’s lottery offerings.
Draw Game Results
On October 12, the lottery held draw games with the following winning numbers:
- Pick 3 Evening: 7-5-1, with a Fireball draw of 1
- Pick 4 Evening: 2-0-8-7, Fireball: 1
- Cash Pop Evening: 12
- Palmetto Cash 5: 10-14-16-29-39
Major Lottery Wins
A highlight of the evening was a Powerball jackpot winner who secured a prize of $100,000 by using the PowerPlay option. The winning Powerball combination consisted of the numbers 11, 23, 44, 61, and 62, with Powerball 17 and a PowerPlay multiplier of 2.
The ticket was purchased at Cheapway on Shop Road in Columbia, South Carolina.
Additional Powerball Winners
In the same drawing, three other players matched enough numbers for a prize of $50,000 each. These tickets were bought at various locations:
- Parkers on Foxbank Boulevard in Moncks Corner
- Hot Spot on East Poinsett Street in Greer
- Circle K on Highway 17 South in Surfside Beach
All are now planning how to use their significant winnings, which could impact their financial futures.
Mega Millions Results and Winner
The Mega Millions game saw a $30,000 prize awarded in the drawing held on the previous Friday night. The winning numbers were 6, 14, 36, 58, and 62, with Megaball 24. The winning ticket was purchased at Quick Pantry on Binnicker Bridge Road in Orangeburg, South Carolina.
Scratch-Off Game Wins
In a remarkable instance of instant winnings, an Upstate South Carolina player claimed a $2.5 million prize after purchasing a Magnificent Jumbo Bucks scratch-off ticket for $20 at Nick’s Mart on North Main Street in Woodruff. The identity of the winner remains private, but the retailer received a commendation of $25,000 for selling the winning ticket.
This win significantly changes the winner’s financial situation, with plans to remain anonymous for privacy reasons.
Other Notable Scratch-Off Wins
In the Midlands area, a man won $500,000 by scratching a Red Hot Bonus ticket bought from City Fuel & Food on Bush River Road in Columbia. The winner intends to purchase a new car for his wife using the prize money, which also earned the retailer a $5,000 commission for selling the winning ticket.
Prize Claiming and Important Information
Prize winners are reminded that all winnings from draw games must be claimed within 180 days from the date of the drawing. The lottery emphasizes responsible play and encourages players to check their tickets carefully for potential wins.
Summary
The October 12, 2025, lottery results across South Carolina included significant wins, from six-figure jackpots to instant scratch-off prizes. These wins demonstrate the ongoing excitement and opportunities for South Carolinians to secure large payouts through various lottery games, whether through draw tickets or instant scratch-offs.
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Additional Resources
- Greenville Online
- Wikipedia: Lottery
- The State
- Google Search: South Carolina lottery results
- Live 5 News
- Google Scholar: South Carolina lottery
- Fox Carolina
- Encyclopedia Britannica: lottery
- ABC Columbia
- Google News: South Carolina lottery winners
- WIS TV
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