September 17, 2025

South Carolina Lottery Announces Notable Winners

South Carolina, September 17, 2025

News Summary

A player from Orangeburg won $30,000 in the Mega Millions with a ticket purchased at Quick Pantry. Additionally, three players matched five numbers in Powerball, claiming $50,000 each. The results also included various winnings from Pick 3, Pick 4, Cash Pop, and Palmetto Cash 5. Players are reminded to claim their prizes within the designated timeframe.

Columbia, South Carolina – September 16, 2025

South Carolina lottery officials announced the results of yesterday’s drawing for multiple games, revealing several notable winners and prizes across the state.

Biggest Wins: Mega Millions and Powerball

The Mega Millions drawing produced winning numbers of 10, 14, 34, 40, and 43, with a Mega Ball of 05. No jackpot winners were reported, but a player in Orangeburg has claimed a prize of $30,000 after purchasing a winning ticket with numbers 6, 14, 36, 58, and 62, and Megaball 24. The ticket was bought at the Quick Pantry store in Orangeburg.

In the Powerball game, three players from South Carolina matched five numbers and each claimed a prize of $50,000. The winning Powerball numbers were 11, 23, 44, 61, and 62, with Powerball 17 and PowerPlay 2. One of these tickets was purchased at Cheapway on Shop Road in Columbia, while the others came from Parkers in Moncks Corner, Hot Spot in Greer, and Circle K in Surfside Beach.

Other Lottery Results and Notable Winnings

Pick 3 and Pick 4

Pick 3 Midday: 5 – 9 – 4, with a FIREBALL of 5.
Pick 3 Evening: 1 – 9 – 6, with a FIREBALL of 5.
Pick 4 Midday: 2 – 0 – 7 – 7, with a FIREBALL of 5.
Pick 4 Evening: 5 – 1 – 1 – 0, with a FIREBALL of 5.

Cash Pop and Palmetto Cash 5

Cash Pop: Winning numbers were 02, 04, 09, 20, and 39.
Palmetto Cash 5: The midday number was 10, and the evening number was 01.

Claiming Winnings

Players who win up to $500 can claim their prizes immediately at any authorized lottery retailer. For winnings between $501 and $100,000, players must submit their signed ticket along with a claim form and a government-issued ID by mail. Prizes exceeding $100,000 require in-person claims at the South Carolina Education Lottery Headquarters in Columbia, with documents including a signed ticket, claim form, ID, and Social Security card.

Large prizes can be paid via Electronic Funds Transfer (EFT), allowing winners to receive their winnings directly into their bank accounts. All claims must be submitted within 180 days of the date of the drawing.

Recent Lottery Winners

On September 15, 2025, a player purchased a Mega Millions ticket at Quick Pantry in Orangeburg and won $30,000 with the numbers listed above. Additionally, a Powerball ticket bought at Cheapway on Shop Road in Columbia resulted in a $100,000 prize, with two other tickets from Parkers in Moncks Corner and a Hot Spot store in Greer also matching five numbers for $50,000 each. Lastly, a scratch-off ticket bought at Food Lion in Roebuck yielded a $200,000 jackpot on the Clemson Jackpot game, with the winner opting to keep approximately $140,000 after taxes.

Additional Notes

Players are reminded that all winnings are subject to state tax and must be claimed within the designated period. For assistance with gambling-related issues, individuals are encouraged to contact the national gambling hotline at 1-800-522-4700 or visit the National Council on Problem Gambling website.

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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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