Columbia, South Carolina, September 16, 2025
News Summary
A $170,000 Palmetto Cash 5 jackpot ticket purchased in Columbia, South Carolina, remains unclaimed. The winning ticket was bought at Southeast BP and matched the numbers 7 – 22 – 28 – 29 – 37. The South Carolina Education Lottery urges the ticket owner to claim their prize soon as the 180-day deadline approaches. Winning in this lucrative lottery game has odds of 1 in 850,668, yet the game continues to attract players, benefitting education initiatives across the state.
Columbia, SC – Unclaimed $170,000 Palmetto Cash 5 Jackpot Ticket Sold at Southeast BP
A lottery ticket purchased in Columbia, South Carolina, has won a $170,000 jackpot in the Palmetto Cash 5 game, but the prize remains unclaimed. The winning ticket matches all five numbers drawn during the recent game, and the search is now on for the lucky player who holds this winning ticket.
Details of the Winning Ticket
The winning ticket was bought at the Southeast BP convenience store located at 8000 Garners Ferry Road. The ticket matched the number sequence 7 – 22 – 28 – 29 – 37 from the drawing held on Friday. The ticket’s correct number combination secured the full jackpot, which has a total value of $170,000.
Claiming the Prize
According to rules of the South Carolina Education Lottery, a winner has 180 days from the date of the drawing to claim their prize. The deadline for this particular ticket’s claim is approaching, and authorities are actively encouraging the ticket holder to step forward to receive their winnings.
Odds of Winning
The odds of winning the Palmetto Cash 5 jackpot are calculated at 1 in 850,668. Despite the long odds, the game continues to attract players, offering a substantial reward for those who match all five numbers drawn in each game.
Background and Context
The South Carolina Education Lottery oversees the operation of the Palmetto Cash 5 game among other lottery offerings. A portion of the proceeds from ticket sales supports education programs across South Carolina, including scholarships and school funding initiatives.
Public Appeal and Next Steps
Officials from the South Carolina Education Lottery have issued a public appeal urging the winner of the unclaimed ticket to come forward and claim their prize. The lottery organization emphasizes the importance of claiming winnings promptly, as unclaimed prizes are transferred to state education initiatives if not claimed within the designated period.
Summary
This recent jackpot win in Columbia presents a significant opportunity for one lucky individual, yet the prize remains unclaimed. The ticket was purchased at Southeast BP, and the window to claim the $170,000 reward is closing. Authorities hope the owner of the winning ticket will come forward soon, ensuring rightful winnings are awarded, and supporting local educational efforts.
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Additional Resources
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- WLTX: South Carolina Powerball Players Win $50K Jackpot
- Greenville Online: Who Won Powerball Jackpot on Sept 6, 2025
- Wikipedia: Lottery
- Encyclopedia Britannica: Lottery
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