Columbia, South Carolina, October 16, 2025
News Summary
Santana McCoy of Engelhard recently won a remarkable $219,685 jackpot playing the Bison Bonanza game, while an unnamed winner from Woodruff claimed $2.5 million with a scratch-off ticket. The South Carolina Education Lottery’s recent results indicate continued excitement among players, with other draw games also showcasing significant wins and ongoing jackpots.
Columbia, South Carolina – October 15, 2025
The South Carolina Education Lottery released the latest results for its various draw games on October 15, 2025, confirming notable wins and outlining recent jackpot developments across state games.
Major Lottery Draw Results and Notable Wins
In the Powerball draw, the winning numbers were 10, 13, 28, 34, and 47, with the Powerball number being 15. The Power Play option was set to 3, multiplying certain winnings. The Powerball jackpot remains unclaimed, but the results continue to generate interest among players across South Carolina.
For other draw games, the Pick 3 results included midday numbers 1-4-1 and evening numbers 4-0-8. The Pick 4 game produced midday numbers 6-1-8-4 and evening numbers 9-2-6-0. These results are part of regular daily games played throughout the state.
Additional Lottery Games and Recent Winners
The Cash Pop game drew winning numbers 02, 05, 13, 27, and 32, while the Palmetto Cash 5 numbers were 05, 20, 27, 44, and 51, with an additional Powerball number of 21. The Palmetto Cash 5 jackpot, which rolled over seven times before being won, was worth $170,000.
Major Jackpot and Scratch-Off Wins
A significant prize was claimed by an unnamed winner from Woodruff, SC, who won $2.5 million playing the Magnificent Jumbo Bucks scratch-off ticket purchased at Nick’s Mart. The odds of winning this top prize were approximately 1 in 1.72 million. The retailer that sold the winning ticket, Nick’s Mart, is set to receive a $25,000 commission for its role in selling the winning ticket.
An additional major winner is Santana McCoy of Engelhard, who secured a $219,685 jackpot while playing the Bison Bonanza digital instant game. McCoy wagered just $5 to win the prize, shortly after discovering her win and expressing disbelief. After federal and state tax withholdings, she received $157,626. McCoy plans to use her winnings to repair her house and purchase a new car.
Details on the Bison Bonanza Game
The Bison Bonanza game features a progressive jackpot, which restarts at $50,000 each time it is won. Since McCoy’s win, the jackpot has grown to over $71,000, encouraging ongoing participation from players. The game’s increasing jackpot prize is designed to attract more players and generate additional revenue for state programs.
Additional Jackpot Information
The Palmetto Cash 5 jackpot winner purchased their ticket at a Circle K gas station in Camden, with the winning numbers being 14, 17, 20, 25, and 36. It marked the 27th jackpot win for the Palmetto Cash 5 game in South Carolina, demonstrating its continued popularity among players.
Claim Process and Lottery Contributions
South Carolina lottery winners have 180 days to claim their prizes, ensuring sufficient time for claim processing and verification. The state allows winners to remain anonymous in accordance with legal provisions, providing privacy protection for substantial prizes.
Proceeds generated from lottery sales directly support various programs within the state, including funding for education, prize payouts, retailer commissions, and operational expenses. This structure is designed to ensure the lottery provides beneficial contributions to community and public services.
Background Context
The South Carolina Education Lottery has been operating for several years, channeling revenue into education and community programs. The latest results reflect ongoing interest in both traditional draw games and instant tickets, with recent jackpots and significant wins highlighting the lottery’s role in supporting public funds and providing entertainment for residents.
As the lottery continues to grow in popularity, the state emphasizes responsible gaming practices and encourages players to participate within their means, knowing that a portion of proceeds benefits local education and development initiatives.
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Additional Resources
- Greenville Online: South Carolina Lottery Results
- WYFF4: South Carolina Lottery Winner from Woodruff
- NC Lottery: Hyde County Woman Wins Jackpot
- Express News: Winning Numbers for South Carolina Lottery
- The State: Lottery News and Updates
- Wikipedia: South Carolina Education Lottery
- Google Search: South Carolina Lottery Results
- Google Scholar: South Carolina Lottery News
- Encyclopedia Britannica: Lottery
- Google News: South Carolina Lottery
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