Lexington, South Carolina, September 19, 2025
News Summary
A Powerball ticket with a $50,000 prize was purchased at Quick Serve in Lexington. The holder matched four white ball numbers and the Powerball number during the recent drawing. As of now, the ticket remains unclaimed, allowing the winner until mid-March 2024 to step forward. Lottery officials urge players to sign and secure their tickets, emphasizing responsible participation in the game. The Powerball continues to draw local players, with the next jackpot estimated at $99 million.
Lexington, South Carolina – A Powerball ticket worth $50,000 was purchased at Quick Serve located at 1316 S. Lake Drive in Lexington. The ticket holder matched four white ball numbers and the Powerball number during the drawing held on Wednesday, September 18. The numbers drawn were 7, 30, 50, 54, 62, and the Powerball number was 20.
As of Thursday morning, the ticket has not yet been claimed, leaving the winning player to decide when to step forward and collect their prize. Ticket holders have a window of 180 days from the date of the drawing to claim their winnings, meaning the deadline for this ticket will be in mid-March 2024.
The odds of matching four white ball numbers along with the Powerball number stand at 1 in 913,129, making this win a notable achievement for the ticket holder. Players are encouraged to sign the back of their tickets and store them safely until they are ready to claim their prizes, which can help ensure that ownership is clearly established when it comes time to collect the winnings.
The Powerball game is a popular choice among players in South Carolina, specifically in the Midlands region, where ticket sales frequently contribute to significant jackpots. The estimated jackpot for the next Powerball drawing on Saturday night is currently set at $99 million, drawing the attention of players hopeful for a big win.
Lottery officials emphasize the importance of responsible play and suggest that participants stay informed about the drawing schedule. Those interested in the latest drawing results can watch live Powerball drawings at 10:59 p.m. or check the results online at the South Carolina Education Lottery website for updated information.
Powerball is considered one of the most popular lottery games in the United States, with players across the nation participating. The game not only provides potentially life-changing prizes like the $50,000 won by the Lexington player but also contributes to funding important initiatives within the community, such as education programs supported by lottery revenue.
With the excitement around the upcoming drawing, many players are expected to purchase tickets in hopes of winning big. The sale of the $50,000 ticket reflects the ongoing trend of lottery participation in South Carolina, highlighting the long-standing relationship between residents and lottery games as both a source of entertainment and potential financial reward.
As the search continues for the ticket claimant, the story of the Lexington winner serves as a reminder of the possibilities that come with playing the lottery. Whether big or small, wins can bring significantly positive changes to one’s life, demonstrating that even a single ticket can hold the key to unexpected fortune.
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- ABC Columbia
- Wikipedia: Powerball
- WIS TV
- Encyclopedia Britannica: Lottery
- WLTX
- Google News: Powerball in Lexington
- The State
- Google Search: Lottery Winning Numbers
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