Columbia, South Carolina, September 22, 2025
News Summary
The South Carolina Education Lottery announced the latest draw results for Pick 3, Pick 4, and other games. Additionally, the lottery has raised over $546 million for education this year, contributing significantly to the state’s educational budget.
Columbia, South Carolina — September 21, 2025
The South Carolina Education Lottery announced the results of nightly draw games and provided important information for prize claims, as well as updates on the current jackpot and lottery contributions to the state’s education budget.
Recent Lottery Draw Results
In the latest evening draw, the Pick 3 game produced winning numbers of 6-3-8, with a FIREBALL number of 5. The Pick 4 game results were 0-7-4-3, also accompanied by a FIREBALL of 5.
The Cash Pop game drew 01, while the Palmetto Cash 5 numbers were 01-02-10-11-17.
Prize Redemption Procedures
Winners can claim prizes up to $500 at any authorized South Carolina Education Lottery retailer by presenting their signed winning ticket for immediate payout. For prizes between $501 and $100,000, winners must send the signed ticket along with a completed claim form and a copy of a valid government-issued photo ID to the Lottery’s Claims Center by mail.
Claims exceeding $100,000 require the winner to visit the South Carolina Education Lottery Headquarters in Columbia in person, bringing the signed winning ticket, claim form, government-issued photo ID, and Social Security card. Winners of large prizes may opt for Electronic Funds Transfer (EFT) to have their winnings deposited directly into their bank account.
Claim Deadlines and Important Information
All prizes must be claimed within 180 days from the date of the draw. Failure to meet this deadline will result in the forfeiture of the prize.
Impact and Contributions
The South Carolina Education Lottery has contributed a substantial amount to the state’s educational programs, raising $546.8 million this year alone, which brings its total contributions to $8.9 billion since its inception in 2002. This revenue supports various initiatives aimed at enhancing education and providing scholarships across South Carolina.
Popular Games and Revenue Sources
The lottery’s success is largely driven by the popularity of scratch-off tickets and the Palmetto 5 cash game. These offerings continue to generate significant revenue, helping fund educational projects and infrastructure statewide.
Current Powerball Jackpot and Odds
The Powerball jackpot has surged to $850 million, making it the sixth-largest jackpot in the game’s history. Participants can choose a one-time cash payment of approximately $383 million if they win or opt for a series of 30 annual installments over 29 years.
The odds of winning the Powerball jackpot remain extremely slim, approximately 1 in 293 million. The high jackpot value continues to attract hopeful players across the state and beyond.
Summary
Overall, the South Carolina Education Lottery continues to provide entertainment for players while significantly supporting educational initiatives throughout the state. With recent results posted and clear procedures for claiming winnings, participants are encouraged to verify their tickets promptly to ensure timely prize collection.
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Additional Resources
- Greenville Online: South Carolina Lottery Results
- Wikipedia: South Carolina Education Lottery
- NC Lottery: Johnston County Man Wins $10 Million
- Google Search: South Carolina Lottery
- WIS TV: SC Education Lottery Raises Over $500M
- Encyclopedia Britannica: Lottery
- UPI: North Carolina Education Lottery Celebrates 40th Birthday
- Google News: Lottery News
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