October 20, 2025

Major Lottery Wins Announced in South Carolina

Columbia, South Carolina, October 20, 2025

News Summary

A number of significant wins have been reported in South Carolina’s lottery, with one individual winning over $500,000 in the Palmetto Cash 5 draw. Another player claimed a $1 million prize after a fortunate second chance ticket. Players are reminded of the various claiming procedures based on prize amounts, with details for overall lottery results provided.

Columbia, South Carolina – October 19, 2025

Today’s Lottery Results and Prize Claiming Procedures

The South Carolina Education Lottery announced the winning numbers for several games drawn on October 19, 2025, providing players with important information on claiming prizes and recent notable wins across the state.

Major Lottery Results

For the evening draws, the Pick 3 game resulted in the numbers 9-0-0, with a FIREBALL number of 7. The Pick 4 game yielded 4-3-2-3, with a FIREBALL of 7. In the Cash Pop game, the winning number was 12. The Palmetto Cash 5 draw produced the winning numbers 01-08-18-21-23.

Prize Claiming Details

Participants holding winning tickets are advised to follow specific procedures based on their prize amounts:

Prizes up to $500 can be redeemed directly at any authorized South Carolina Education Lottery retailer. Winners must sign the back of their ticket and present it at the point of sale.
For winnings between $501 and $100,000, claimants should mail a signed ticket along with a completed claim form and a valid government-issued photo ID to the South Carolina Education Lottery Claims Center.
Prizes exceeding $100,000 require in-person claims at the Lottery Headquarters in Columbia. Winners must bring the signed ticket, completed claim form, government-issued photo ID, and Social Security card for verification.
Large prize winners have the opportunity to set up Electronic Funds Transfer (EFT) for direct deposit of their winnings, streamlining the payout process.

All prizes, regardless of amount, must be claimed within 180 days of the date of the drawing.

Notable Recent Lottery Wins in South Carolina

Several recent stories highlight the excitement among South Carolina players:

An individual won over $500,000 after purchasing a Palmetto Cash 5 ticket at a local gas station, turning a small investment into a life-changing sum.
A woman nearly left a winning ticket behind at a retail location but returned to purchase it, discovering she had won $1 million.
Another player benefited from a second chance promotion, winning a substantial prize from a ticket that initially appeared to be a losing one.
A woman trusted her instinct and decided to buy a specific ticket, which resulted in her winning $1 million.

Odds of Winning Major Prizes

The odds of hitting large jackpots in South Carolina lotteries vary by game. The chance of winning a six-figure jackpot is approximately 1-in-780,000. The odds of striking a seven-figure jackpot are about 1-in-850,668. Similar odds apply for other six-figure jackpot prizes, emphasizing the game’s challenging nature but also the potential for significant wins.

Summary

South Carolina players are encouraged to check their tickets carefully and claim any winnings within the designated timeframe. The lottery provides multiple ways to claim smaller prizes directly at retail locations, while larger prizes require more formal claims at the lottery headquarters or via mail. Recent wins demonstrate the potential for life-changing money, often through small purchases or second chance opportunities. As odds remain challenging, players should engage responsibly and enjoy the games for entertainment, recognizing the slim but exciting chance of winning sizable jackpots.

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