September 15, 2025

Record Lottery Wins in Columbia and Orangeburg

Columbia, South Carolina, September 15, 2025

News Summary

South Carolina has reported remarkable lottery wins recently, including a $100,000 Powerball prize from Columbia and a $30,000 Mega Millions win from Orangeburg. The South Carolina Education Lottery announced these significant victories, showcasing the ongoing popularity of lottery games in the state. Players are encouraged to check their tickets and claim their prizes promptly as the excitement continues with smaller wins across various games.

Columbia, South Carolina – Record Lottery Wins Reported in Recent Draws

South Carolina experienced a series of significant lottery wins following the latest draw results announced by the South Carolina Education Lottery on September 14, 2025. Among the notable victories are a $100,000 Powerball prize won in Columbia and a $30,000 Mega Millions win secured in Orangeburg, indicating continued interest and participation in state-run lottery games.

Major Winnings and Details of Draw Games

For the draw on September 14, the Powerball numbers drawn were 11, 23, 44, 61, and 62, with a Powerball of 17 and a PowerPlay multiplier of 2. A ticket purchased in Columbia with PowerPlay was the winner of $100,000. Additionally, three players from South Carolina each claimed $50,000 from the same Powerball drawing. These three winning tickets were bought at different locations: Parkers on Foxbank Boulevard in Moncks Corner, Hot Spot on East Poinsett Street in Greer, and Circle K on Highway 17 South in Surfside Beach.

The Mega Millions game for the previous night saw a winner claiming $30,000. The winning Mega Millions numbers were 6, 14, 36, 58, 62, with a Megaball of 24. The winning ticket was purchased at the Quick Pantry on Binnicker Bridge Road in Orangeburg. A second official winner came from a ticket with the Double Play option purchased at a Circle K in Greenville.

Supporting Results from Recent Draws

Additional game results released show a variety of smaller wins and regular gameplay activity. The Pick 3 Evening results were 6, 0, and 8, with a Fireball of 1. For Pick 4, the numbers were 7, 6, 1, and 6, also with a Fireball of 1. The Cash Pop Evening result was 09, while the Palmetto Cash 5 numbers were 04, 19, 28, 29, and 36. These results show a consistent pattern of active participation from South Carolina players in multiple lottery games.

How to Claim Winnings and Deadline Information

The South Carolina Education Lottery has outlined a clear process for claiming prizes based on the amount won:

Prizes up to $500 can be redeemed at any authorized lottery retailer in the state.
Winning amounts between $501 and $100,000 must be claimed by mailing a signed ticket, completed claim form, and a government-issued ID to the lottery claims center.
Prizes exceeding $100,000 can only be claimed in person at the Lottery Headquarters located in Columbia. Claimants are required to provide their Social Security card and have the option to set up an Electronic Funds Transfer (EFT) for direct deposit of winnings.

The deadline for claiming prizes for all draw games is 180 days from the draw date. It’s important for winners to act within this period to ensure the security of their winnings.

Recent Notable Wins in South Carolina

Aside from the recent large jackpots, there have been multiple other notable wins at various retail locations across the state. For instance, a $212,000 Palmetto Cash 5 jackpot was awarded in August. Furthermore, in July, an individual at the Refuel store in Darlington won a $500,000 prize through the Money Madness Extra Play scratch-off game. Several other winners at the same store have secured prizes including a $50,000 scratch-off, a $2,900 Pick 4 win, a $900 Palmetto Cash 5, and a $1,000 prize on a Million Dollar Mania scratch-off.

Conclusion

The recent lottery results highlight active participation among South Carolina residents and significant winnings across various games. The state continues to see large jackpots and a steady flow of smaller prizes, underscoring the popularity of draw and scratch-off games. Players are encouraged to verify winning tickets promptly and claim their winnings within the stipulated deadlines to enjoy their prizes.

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