Charlotte, North Carolina, September 17, 2025
News Summary
Thousands of players are celebrating after winning big in North Carolina’s recent Pick 3 drawing. The 2-2-2 combination resulted in over 7,483 winning tickets and a prize payout surpassing $3 million. Tickets costing 50 cents won $250, while $1 tickets brought home $500. This event highlights the popularity of three-of-a-kind combinations, also known as ‘trips’, in the lottery’s history.
Charlotte, North Carolina – Thousands of lottery players in North Carolina are celebrating after winning significant cash prizes from the recent Pick 3 drawing. The winning combination, 2-2-2, was drawn on September 15, resulting in a remarkable 7,483 winning tickets and a total prize payout exceeding $3 million.
Players who purchased a 50-cent ticket were rewarded with $250, while those who opted for a $1 ticket took home $500. This event marks one of the largest payouts in the history of the North Carolina Education Lottery, highlighting the popularity of three-of-a-kind number combinations, commonly referred to as “trips.”
The excitement surrounding the 2-2-2 combination mirrors previous drawings that also featured identical number sequences. Such combinations are favored among players due to their tendency to yield higher numbers of winners, contributing to the thrill of participating in the lottery.
The odds of successfully matching all three numbers in a Pick 3 drawing are 1 in 1,000, making this recent win even more significant. Players anxious to claim their prizes have 180 days from the date of the drawing to do so. Winning tickets can be redeemed either online or at authorized retail locations, providing convenience for the winners to access their earnings swiftly.
The North Carolina Education Lottery, which oversees the games, has emphasized that while winnings can be substantial, players should remain mindful of the risks associated with gambling. Resources are available for those seeking help, including the national gambling hotline at 1-800-522-4700 and the National Council on Problem Gambling’s website.
Following the drawing, there has been an overflow of congratulations from lottery officials directed toward the winners, amplifying the sense of community and excitement that surrounds the lottery in North Carolina. Previous occurrences of similar drawings that awarded numerous winning tickets have helped to shape the lottery’s reputation as an engaging and rewarding experience for residents.
The North Carolina lottery continues to attract players through its wide variety of games and the allure of potentially life-changing prizes. As players reflect on the recent success, it remains evident that the thrill of chance continues to captivate many in the state.
In summary, the recent drawing featuring the 2-2-2 combination has not only brought joy to thousands of winners but has also reinforced the love residents have for the Pick 3 lottery game. As North Carolinians await future drawings, the hope for winning remains bright amid the thrill of purchasing tickets and dreaming of fortune.
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Additional Resources
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- Wikipedia: Lottery
- Google Search: North Carolina lottery results
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