Midlands, South Carolina, September 16, 2025
News Summary
A woman in the Midlands won a life-changing $1 million from a scratch-off lottery game after purchasing two tickets. She plans to pay off debts and save for future needs. Additionally, an unclaimed Palmetto Cash 5 jackpot of $170,000 highlights the importance of timely claims in local lottery activities.
Midlands, South Carolina — Unclaimed Lottery Winnings and Recent Wins Highlight Local Lottery Activity
The Midlands region has seen significant lottery activity recently, including a substantial unclaimed jackpot from the Palmetto Cash 5 game and a notable $1 million scratch-off win. These events underline both the appeal of state lottery games and the importance of claiming winnings within designated timeframes.
Unclaimed Palmetto Cash 5 Jackpot
A lottery ticket purchased at Southeast BP, located at 8000 Garners Ferry Road in Midlands, secured a $170,000 jackpot in the Palmetto Cash 5 game on Friday, September 12, 2025. The winning numbers for that drawing were 7, 22, 28, 29, and 37. Despite the excitement surrounding the win, the jackpot remains unclaimed, with the winner having 180 days from the date of the drawing to come forward and claim the prize.
The odds of winning the Palmetto Cash 5 jackpot are approximately 1 in 850,668, reflecting the difficulty of hitting the jackpot but also illustrating the potential for substantial winnings among players. Lottery officials remind players that unclaimed prizes eventually revert to the state’s education fund if not claimed within the allotted time frame.
The current next Palmetto Cash 5 jackpot for the upcoming drawing is set at $120,000, providing ongoing opportunities for local players to participate and possibly secure a prize.
Local $1 Million Scratch-Off Win
A Midlands woman experienced a life-changing moment when she won $1 million from a scratch-off lottery game at J and S Food Mart #8, located at 5413 Forest Drive. The woman initially purchased one ticket but did not win; she decided to try her luck again by buying a second ticket from the same store. This second ticket resulted in her winning the $1 million top prize.
In her plans for the winnings, the woman intends to pay off existing debts and save the remaining funds for future needs. The game she played, Million Dollar Mania, offers a 1 in 1,530,000 chance of winning the top prize, illustrating the rarity of such wins.
The retailer, J and S Food Mart #8, received a $10,000 commission for selling the winning ticket, showcasing the retailer’s role in lottery sales and winnings. Lottery officials note that proceeds from ticket sales support various programs, including education funding, prize payments, retailer commissions, and contractor payments.
Background and Context
The South Carolina Education Lottery allocates revenue generated from ticket sales to support the state’s educational initiatives, along with funding prizes for winners, paying retailer commissions, and covering administrative costs. This structure emphasizes the state’s commitment to channeling lottery earnings back into public services, especially education.
Both recent lottery events demonstrate the ongoing interest in South Carolina’s lottery games, with players’ hopes for life-changing wins balanced by the probability and rules surrounding claim periods. Players are encouraged to check their tickets promptly and understand the timing requirements for claiming winnings.
As the Midlands continues to be a lively spot for lottery participants, local residents are reminded to check their tickets regularly and take timely action when they win. The upcoming Palmetto Cash 5 jackpot offers a new opportunity for players, while the recent big win serves as a reminder of the dreams these games can inspire.
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HERE Resources
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Additional Resources
- Greenville Online
- WIS TV
- WLTX
- Live 5 News
- WBTV
- Wikipedia: Lottery
- Google Search: South Carolina Lottery Results
- Google Scholar: Lottery Odds
- Encyclopedia Britannica: Lottery
- Google News: South Carolina Lottery
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