Columbia, South Carolina, October 24, 2025
News Summary
The South Carolina Education Lottery reported the draw results for various games, detailing winning numbers and claiming procedures for prizes. Players can claim winnings based on the size of their prizes. The announcement highlights the importance of timely claims and the lottery’s role in supporting educational funding in the state.
Columbia, South Carolina – October 23, 2025
The South Carolina Education Lottery announced the results of its various draw games held on October 23, 2025, providing details on winning numbers, prize claiming procedures, and payout information for players across the state.
Winning Numbers for October 23, 2025
- Midday Pick 3: 2-0-2, with a Fireball of 8
- Evening Pick 3: 6-3-9, with a Fireball of 5
- Midday Pick 4: 3-7-4-3, with a Fireball of 8
- Evening Pick 4: 2-2-2-9, with a Fireball of 5
- Cash Pop: 14 for Midday and 05 for Evening
- Palmetto Cash 5: 06, 07, 13, 26, 42
Prize Claiming Procedures
Winners with prizes up to $500 can claim their winnings at any authorized South Carolina Education Lottery retailer. To do so, they must present a signed winning ticket. This process allows for quick and straightforward prize collection for small winnings.
For prizes ranging from $501 to $100,000, winners are required to mail their signed ticket along with a completed claim form and a government-issued photo ID. These documents should be sent to the South Carolina Education Lottery Claims Center, located at P.O. Box 11039, Columbia, SC 29211-1039.
Winners of prizes exceeding $100,000 must claim their winnings in person at the South Carolina Education Lottery Headquarters, situated at 1303 Assembly Street, Columbia. Necessary documents include a signed ticket, completed claim form, government-issued photo ID, and a Social Security card. Electronic Funds Transfer (EFT) options are available, allowing for direct deposit of large winnings upon request.
Claim Deadlines and Additional Information
All prize claims must be filed within 180 days from the date of the drawing. This deadline ensures timely distribution of winnings and helps to process claims efficiently.
Background and Context
The South Carolina Education Lottery conducts several draw games daily, offering various prizes designed to support education funding within the state. The October 23, 2025, draw numbers reflect recent gameplay results, and they are used to determine winning tickets for players across South Carolina. The lottery’s rules for claiming prizes are consistent with standard procedures used nationwide, emphasizing secure verification, proper documentation, and timely submissions to ensure fair distribution of winnings. The lottery authority encourages players to carefully review the claim process to avoid any delays or issues in claiming their prizes.
Additional Notes
The lottery also provides avenues for electronic claim processes, such as setting up EFT accounts, especially for large winnings. Players are advised to keep their tickets in a safe place and to verify their winning numbers promptly to ensure eligibility for claiming rewards within the allotted timeframe.
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Additional Resources
- Greenville Online
- Wikipedia: South Carolina Education Lottery
- Big Rapids News
- Google Search: South Carolina Lottery
- WLTX
- Encyclopedia Britannica: Lottery
- Newstimes
- Google News: South Carolina Lottery results
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