Columbia, October 20, 2025
News Summary
A remarkable story unfolded as a woman won over half a million dollars after purchasing a Palmetto Cash 5 ticket at a local gas station in Columbia. This news includes the latest evening draw results for several popular lottery games, including Pick 3, Pick 4, and Cash Pop. Players can find information on how to claim their prizes as well as the odds of winning. The South Carolina Education Lottery continues to capture the excitement and fortune sought by many players.
Columbia, South Carolina – The South Carolina Education Lottery has released the results for the evening draws on October 19, 2025, featuring winning numbers for several popular games. Players can check the outcomes below and learn how to claim their prizes.
Evening Draw Results
- Pick 3: 9-0-0, with FIREBALL 7.
- Pick 4: 4-3-2-3, with FIREBALL 7.
- Cash Pop: 12.
- Palmetto Cash 5: 01-08-18-21-23.
Claiming Prizes
Players who have won can easily claim their prizes by following the outlined procedures. For winnings up to $500, winners can go to any authorized South Carolina Education Lottery retailer and present a signed winning ticket to receive their funds. If a player has won between $501 and $100,000, they must mail a signed ticket along with a completed claim form and a copy of their government-issued photo ID to the South Carolina Education Lottery Claims Center.
For those fortunate enough to win prizes exceeding $100,000, claims must be made in person at the South Carolina Education Lottery Headquarters located in Columbia. Winners are required to bring the signed ticket, completed claim form, a government-issued photo ID, and their Social Security card. Additionally, winners of large prizes may opt to set up an Electronic Funds Transfer (EFT) for a direct deposit of their winnings.
It is important for players to note the claim deadline; all prizes must be claimed within 180 days of the draw date for draw games to ensure eligibility.
Recent Winning Highlights
In recent lottery news, the South Carolina Education Lottery reported several exciting stories that captured the attention of players. A woman won over half a million dollars after purchasing a Palmetto Cash 5 ticket at a local gas station. Another player narrowly escaped losing a life-changing ticket when she returned to claim a winning ticket she had initially forgotten. This ticket granted her a remarkable prize of $1 million.
Moreover, a man experienced a fortunate turn of events after discovering that a previously discarded ticket was a winner thanks to a second chance promotion. In another instance, one player trusted their instincts when buying a specific ticket and was rewarded with a $1 million victory.
Odss of Winning
For those interested in engaging with the lottery, it is essential to understand the odds of winning. The odds of winning a six-figure jackpot are 1-in-780,000, while the odds of snagging a seven-figure jackpot stand at 1-in-850,668. Other six-figure jackpots have similar odds, emphasizing the competitive nature of winning in lottery games.
As the excitement from the latest results settles in, players are reminded to stay connected and informed about future draws. Whether it be trying their luck with Pick 3, Pick 4, Cash Pop, or Palmetto Cash 5, the South Carolina Education Lottery wishes all participants the best of luck in their quests for fortune and success.
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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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