September 17, 2025

Multiple Winners Announced in South Carolina Lottery Draws

Columbia, SC, September 17, 2025

News Summary

South Carolina residents celebrated significant lottery wins, with players winning prizes across games like Mega Millions, Powerball, and scratch-offs. Notable winners included a Powerball ticket from Columbia that earned $100,000. Various other prizes were also claimed from Pick 3, Pick 4, and Cash Pop, showcasing the excitement of the lottery in the state.

South Carolina Lottery Results for September 16, 2025: Multiple Winners Announced in Statewide Draws

Columbia, SC — South Carolina residents experienced a day of significant lottery wins on September 16, 2025, with multiple prize winners across various state games, including Mega Millions, Powerball, Pick 3, Pick 4, Cash Pop, Palmetto Cash 5, and scratch-off tickets. The results offer both individual winners and notable large jackpots for players across the state.

Major Jackpot Winners Announced

In the evening Mega Millions drawing, the winning numbers were 10, 14, 34, 40, 43, with a Mega Ball of 05. While the specific prize amount for this jackpot was not disclosed, the winning numbers were successfully matched by some players in South Carolina. Additionally, a separate Mega Millions ticket purchased at Quick Pantry in Orangeburg on September 15 yielded a $30,000 prize after matching numbers 6, 14, 36, 58, 62, with a Mega Ball of 24.

Powerball also saw significant wins, with three South Carolina players each taking home $50,000. The winning Powerball number was 17, with a Power Play of 2. A ticket purchased at Cheapway on Shop Road in Columbia matched all five main numbers, 11, 23, 44, 61, 62, earning a $100,000 prize. Two other winning tickets, each for $50,000, were sold at Parkers in Moncks Corner, Hot Spot in Greer, and Circle K in Surfside Beach.

Other Notable Wins and Prizes

Aside from jackpot games, scratch-off tickets continue to deliver substantial prizes. One ticket for the Clemson Jackpot game, purchased at Food Lion in Roebuck, yielded a $200,000 payout. The winner, who was not a Clemson fan, chose to claim the prize after taxes, netting $140,000.

The Pick 3 game saw two winning midday and evening numbers: Midday 5, 9, 4 with a FIREBALL of 5, and Evening 1, 9, 6 with a FIREBALL of 5. Both draws resulted in winners, though the specific prize amounts were not detailed. For Pick 4, midday numbers 2, 0, 7, 7 and evening numbers 5, 1, 1, 0 both included a FIREBALL of 5, resulting in additional winners.

Other Lottery Results

The Cash Pop game drew winning numbers 02, 04, 09, 20, 39, with prizes claiming varying amounts. Palmetto Cash 5 had winners in both midday and evening draws, with winning numbers 10 and 01 respectively. These smaller prize games continue to be popular among players in South Carolina.

Prize Claiming and Regulations

Winners can claim prizes of up to $500 immediately at any authorized lottery retailer. For prizes ranging from $501 to $100,000, winners must submit a signed ticket along with a completed claim form and a government-issued ID either by mail or in person at the South Carolina Education Lottery Headquarters in Columbia. For prizes exceeding $100,000, claims must be made in person, including the submitted required documents and utilizing options such as Electronic Funds Transfer for direct deposit of large winnings.

All claims must be made within 180 days of the draw date to be valid. Lottery officials emphasize timely claims to ensure winners receive their prizes without issues.

Additional Information

Recent players have had notable success, including a Powerball winner who claimed a $50,000 prize from a ticket purchased at Circle K in Surfside Beach, and several others who matched $50,000 in prizes at different retail locations throughout the state. The lottery aims to provide entertainment and support public programs funded by proceeds from ticket sales.

Support for Responsible Gambling

Players are encouraged to participate responsibly. For those experiencing gambling-related issues, assistance is available through the national gambling hotline at 1-800-522-4700 or the National Council on Problem Gambling website.

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