Columbia, South Carolina, October 25, 2025
News Summary
The Mega Millions jackpot in South Carolina has reached an astounding $318.2 million, making it the ninth-largest in history. Players are eagerly awaiting the next drawing on October 28, providing a thrilling opportunity to secure life-changing winnings. The latest draw results reveal success in other games, reminding participants of the importance of understanding claim procedures.
Columbia, South Carolina — October 24, 2025
The South Carolina Education Lottery announced the winning numbers for various draw games conducted on October 24, 2025, with the Mega Millions jackpot reaching its ninth-largest sum in history. The latest results, along with other game outcomes and prize claim procedures, provide important information for players across the state.
Mega Millions Draw Results and Jackpot Details
The Mega Millions winning numbers for October 24, 2025, were 11-18-31-51-56, with the Mega Ball number being 24. The jackpot for this drawing is estimated at $318.2 million in the cash option, making it the ninth-largest Mega Millions jackpot on record. The odds of winning the game’s top prize remain at 1 in 290,472,336, illustrating the difficulty of hitting the jackpot.
The previous Mega Millions drawing on October 21 resulted in numbers 2-18-27-34-59, with the Mega Ball being 18. Only one ticket purchased in that drawing matched five numbers with a 3X multiplier, winning a $3 million prize. The upcoming Mega Millions drawing is scheduled for October 28, 2025.
The last Mega Millions jackpot was awarded on June 27, 2025, in Virginia, with a total prize of $348 million.
Other Draw Game Results
Players participated in several other lotteries on October 24, with noteworthy results including:
- Pick 3 Plus FIREBALL midday: 6-1-6 with FIREBALL 5
- Pick 3 Plus FIREBALL evening: 6-5-0 with FIREBALL 7
- Pick 4 Plus FIREBALL midday: 2-3-2-1 with FIREBALL 5
- Pick 4 Plus FIREBALL evening: 6-9-8-4 with FIREBALL 7
- Cash Pop: 06-08-30-37-38
Information regarding the Palmetto Cash 5 results was not provided in the latest data.
Prize Claim Procedures and Deadlines
Lottery winners must follow specific procedures based on the prize amount to claim their winnings:
- Prizes of $500 or less: Redeem directly at authorized retail locations by signing the ticket.
- Prizes ranging from $501 to $100,000: Send a signed ticket, a completed claim form, and a government-issued ID to the Lottery’s Claims Center via mail.
- Prizes exceeding $100,000: Claim in person at the Lottery’s Headquarters with signed ticket, claim form, government ID, and Social Security card.
Winners are advised to keep secure copies of all documents sent by mail. All prizes must be claimed within 180 days of the draw date.
Additional Context and Odds
The large prize size underscores the popularity and appeal of Mega Millions, despite the low chances of winning the jackpot. The drawing’s high stakes have garnered considerable attention across South Carolina and beyond, as players hope to secure the life-changing sum.
Winning numbers are drawn twice weekly, with an increasing jackpot that fuels ticket sales and excitement. The lottery emphasizes responsible play and encourages winners to thoroughly review claim procedures and deadlines to ensure timely processing.
Summary
In summary, the October 24, 2025, lottery results highlight a significant Mega Millions jackpot, the ninth-largest in history, with fresh results in other popular draw games. South Carolina residents are reminded of the claim processes tailored to different prize levels, as the lottery continues to operate in compliance with state regulations. The next Mega Millions draw is scheduled for October 28, 2025, leaving players eager for another opportunity to win the massive jackpot.
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Additional Resources
- Greenville Online
- CT Post
- The State
- News-Press
- ABC7 NY
- Wikipedia: Lottery
- Google Search: South Carolina lottery
- Google Scholar: lottery prize redemption
- Encyclopedia Britannica: lottery
- Google News: lottery results
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