October 16, 2025

Major Lottery Wins Announced in South Carolina

Columbia, South Carolina, October 16, 2025

News Summary

Santana McCoy from Engelhard recently won a substantial $219,685 jackpot playing the Bison Bonanza digital game. Additionally, a lucky winner from Woodruff took home $2.5 million from the Magnificent Jumbo Bucks scratch-off ticket. The South Carolina Education Lottery revealed impressive major draw game results and emphasized the positive impacts of lottery proceeds on public funding.

Columbia, South Carolina — October 15, 2025

The South Carolina Education Lottery announced its latest results and major jackpot wins on October 15, 2025, providing details on the recent draw games and notable lottery payouts across the state.

Major Draw Game Results

The Powerball game saw its winning numbers drawn as 10, 13, 28, 34, and 47, with the Powerball number being 15. The Power Play option was at 3, increasing winnings for any secondary prizes. The drawing resulted in significant interest among players statewide.

For the daily games, the Pick 3 and Pick 4 results were also announced. The midday Pick 3 numbers were 1, 4, 1, with the Fireball (FB) number being 1. The evening Pick 3 numbers were 4, 0, 8, with the Fireball being 0. Similarly, Pick 4 midday results were 6, 1, 8, 4, with the Fireball number 1, and the evening results were 9, 2, 6, 0, with the Fireball at 0.

Additional draw games included Cash Pop, which drew winning numbers 02, 05, 13, 27, and 32, as well as Palmetto Cash 5, with winning numbers 05, 20, 27, 44, and 51. The Palmetto Cash 5 game also featured a Powerball number, which was 21 in this drawing.

Significant Wins and Prizes

An unnamed winner from Woodruff, South Carolina, won $2.5 million playing the Magnificent Jumbo Bucks scratch-off ticket purchased at Nick’s Mart. The odds of winning this prize in the scratch-off game were approximately 1 in 1.72 million. Nick’s Mart will receive a commission of $25,000 for selling the winning ticket, providing a notable boost to the local retailer.

In another major event, Santana McCoy from Engelhard claimed a $219,685 jackpot after playing the Bison Bonanza digital instant game. McCoy wagered $5 and initially found it hard to believe her win. After taxes, she received $157,626 and plans to repair her house and purchase a vehicle.

Details of the Bison Bonanza Game and Other Wins

The Bison Bonanza game features a progressive jackpot that resets at $50,000 and has grown since McCoy’s win, currently surpassing $71,000. The game’s jackpot increases until claimed, offering better chances for large prizes over time.

The Palmetto Cash 5 jackpot of $170,000 was claimed at a Circle K gas station in Camden. The winning numbers for this jackpot were 14, 17, 20, 25, and 36. This victory followed seven consecutive rollovers, emphasizing the escalating jackpot pool. This marks the 27th jackpot win in South Carolina’s Palmetto Cash 5 game history.

Winners’ Rights and Lottery Impact

South Carolina law allows lottery winners to remain anonymous, providing privacy and security to those who hit it big. Winners have up to 180 days to claim their prizes before they expire.

Funds generated from these lottery games serve multiple purposes, including supporting education funding, prize payouts, retailer commissions, and state-sponsored services. The lottery proceeds play a vital role in enhancing public programs and infrastructure across South Carolina.

Summary

October 15, 2025, was a significant day for lottery players in South Carolina, featuring large jackpots and notable scratch-off wins. From Powerball to instant games, winners continue to benefit from the lottery’s contribution to state initiatives and public services. As the jackpots grow, players remain encouraged to participate and potentially claim their share of the winnings in upcoming draws.

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Author: STAFF HERE BEAUFORT

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STAFF HERE BEAUFORT

The HERE Beaufort Staff Writers are a collaborative team of journalists, editors, and local contributors passionate about delivering accurate, timely information to the Beaufort community. As part of the HEREcity.com Network, which powers over 100 U.S. city sites including HEREcolumbia.com, our staff draws on collective experience in South Carolina journalism to cover everything from business sales and real estate developments to dining deals and community initiatives. Our Expertise and Background: Local Roots in Beaufort : Our team includes lifelong Beaufort residents and SC natives with deep knowledge of the area’s history, economy, and culture. We’ve covered key events like the recent sale of the historic Crofts Block Building, Beaufort’s equestrian heritage, and growth in local tech and education sectors (e.g., BeaufortTechnical College programs). Collective Experience: With over 50 combined years in journalism, our staff has backgrounds in print, digital media, and community reporting. We prioritize fact-based stories, drawing from sources like the Beaufort Chamber of Commerce, city government records, and on-the-ground interviews. Commitment to Quality: Every article is a group effort, involving research, editing, and verification to ensure reliability. We adhere to journalistic standards, citing credible sources and updating content as new details emerge.

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