News Summary
A resident from Florence, South Carolina, has become a millionaire overnight after winning a staggering $713,000 in the Palmetto Cash 5 lottery. The winning ticket was purchased at the Pilot Travel Center #62 on N. Williston Rd, with lucky numbers being 5, 15, 24, 39, and 41. The odds of winning this jackpot are about 1 in 850,668, showcasing the incredible luck of this winner. As the community celebrates this life-changing win, the jackpot resets to $100,000 for the next drawing.
Florence, S.C. Resident Hits the Jackpot with $713,000 Win!
Exciting news has just come out of Florence, South Carolina! Someone in the community has struck it rich, walking away with a whopping $713,000 from the latest Palmetto Cash 5 lottery draw. Talk about a life-changing moment!
The Lucky Ticket Details
This incredible win happened thanks to a ticket purchased at the Pilot Travel Center #62, which is conveniently located at 3006 N. Williston Rd. Imagine swinging by for gas or a snack and ending up with a ticket that would change your life forever! The fortunate numbers that called out that fabulous jackpot were 5, 15, 24, 39, and 41.
Understanding the Odds
You might be wondering, just how lucky do you have to be to make this kind of win? Well, the odds of winning the Palmetto Cash 5 jackpot stand at approximately 1 in 850,668. That means ticket holders are really rolling the dice when they enter this game. Yet, it only takes one lucky number combination to change everything!
What Happens Next?
Lucky winners have 180 days from the drawing date to claim their prize. It’s essential for the winner to sign the back of their ticket and store it safely until they head to claim their winnings. Also, it’s good to know that under South Carolina law, lottery winners can choose to keep their identity a secret if they wish.
More Fun with the Palmetto Cash 5
This jackpot win marks South Carolina’s 16th rolling jackpot since the game switched up its format. What an exciting time for lottery lovers in the state! And for those hoping to throw their own ticket into the mix, the Palmetto Cash 5 jackpot has been reset to $100,000 for the next drawing. With the price of a ticket starting at just $2, it’s an affordable gamble that many will likely consider.
Drawings are held daily at 6:59 p.m., so there are plenty of chances to try your luck! With each ticket, you have the possibility of snagging a massive payout, just like the recent Florence winner.
Supporting the Community
Here’s another interesting tidbit: when a winning ticket is sold, the retailer, in this case, Pilot Travel Center, will receive a commission once the prize is claimed. It’s a win-win situation – not only does the lucky player walk away richer, but local businesses also benefit from the lottery action.
Ready to Jump In?
If you’re getting inspired to try your luck yourself, be sure to check out sceducationlottery.com for more information on how to claim your prize and learn about the claims process. If you do play, just remember to play responsibly and keep your tickets safe!
So, who’s feeling lucky? Let this recent win be a reminder that anyone can strike it big. Who knows? Maybe the next lottery millionaire could come from right here in Florence!
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Additional Resources
- WPDE: $713K Palmetto Cash 5 Ticket Sold in Florence County
- The State: $713,000 Lottery Win in Florence
- WBTW: Winning Ticket Pulled in Florence for $713,000 Jackpot
- WMBF: Check Your Tickets! Jackpot Ticket Worth $160K Sold in Florence
- Wikipedia: Lottery
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