Columbia, South Carolina, October 20, 2025
News Summary
A woman secured over half a million dollars after winning with a Palmetto Cash 5 ticket. Additionally, many players were rewarded in various lottery games, including Pick 3 and Pick 4. The South Carolina Education Lottery emphasizes the importance of knowing the claiming process and deadlines for winners. Recent stories highlight players turning near misses into big prizes, showcasing the thrill of the lottery.
Columbia, South Carolina — The South Carolina Lottery has announced the winning numbers for numerous games from the October 19, 2025, drawing. The results included numbers for the Pick 3, Pick 4, Cash Pop, and Palmetto Cash 5 games, providing players who participated with various opportunities for cash prizes.
The Pick 3 Evening results revealed the winning combination of 9-0-0, combined with a FIREBALL number of 7. Players of the Pick 4 Evening game matched the numbers 4-3-2-3, also including a FIREBALL of 7. In the Cash Pop Evening game, the winning number was 12, while the Palmetto Cash 5 numbers drawn were 01-08-18-21-23.
Prize Claiming Information
For higher winnings exceeding $100,000, winners must claim their prizes in person at the South Carolina Education Lottery Headquarters located in Columbia. When making this claim, winners are required to bring a signed winning ticket, a claim form, a government-issued photo ID, and their Social Security card. Additionally, winners of significant prizes can opt for Electronic Funds Transfer (EFT) to receive their winnings through direct deposit.
Important Claim Deadlines
All lottery prizes must be claimed within 180 days following the draw date for draw games. This deadline is crucial for winners to remember, as unclaimed prizes may be forfeited.
Recent Winning Stories
The excitement of the South Carolina Lottery continues with several recent remarkable wins. A woman recently secured over half a million dollars after buying a Palmetto Cash 5 ticket at a local gas station. Another individual turned a close call into fortune by returning to purchase a ticket she had almost left behind, ultimately winning $1 million.
Moreover, a man benefited from a previously losing ticket due to a second chance promotion, resulting in a substantial prize. Additionally, a woman found success after trusting her instincts to buy a particular ticket, leading to her own million-dollar win.
Odds of Winning
The odds for winning substantial prizes in the South Carolina Lottery vary. Players have a 1-in-780,000 chance of securing a six-figure jackpot and a 1-in-850,668 chance for seven-figure jackpots. Other six-figure jackpots also share similar odds of 1-in-850,668, making each draw an exhilarating opportunity for players.
As the excitement surrounding the lottery continues to grow, players are encouraged to participate while being mindful of the claiming process and deadlines. With various games offering different winning potentials, the South Carolina Lottery remains a popular choice for those seeking to try their luck.
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Additional Resources
- Greenville Online: SC Lottery Results
- The State: SC Lottery News
- WIS-TV: Midlands Winner
- UPI: Lottery Clerk Mistake
- NC Lottery: Anson County Winner
- Wikipedia: Lottery
- Google Search: South Carolina Lottery
- Google Scholar: Lottery Winnings
- Encyclopedia Britannica: Lottery
- Google News: SC Lottery Results
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