Columbia, September 22, 2025
News Summary
On September 21, 2025, the South Carolina Education Lottery unveiled the results of its latest draw, which included numbers from the Pick 3 and Pick 4 games, as well as the Powerball jackpot surge to $850 million. The lottery continues to contribute significantly to education funding in the state.
Columbia, South Carolina — September 21, 2025
The South Carolina Education Lottery announced the results of its latest draw on September 21, 2025, providing a comprehensive update on winners and prize claims, alongside the latest lottery figures and jackpot statuses.
Latest Draw Results
The evening Pick 3 game resulted in the numbers 6-3-8, with a FIREBALL number of 5. The Pick 4 game drew 0-7-4-3, also featuring a FIREBALL number of 5. Additionally, the Cash Pop game yielded a winning number of 01.
In the Palmetto Cash 5 draw, the winning numbers were 01-02-10-11-17.
Prize Claiming Procedures
Winners can claim prizes up to $500 directly at authorized South Carolina Education Lottery retailers by presenting a signed ticket. These prizes are paid immediately upon verification. For winning amounts between $501 and $100,000, prize claimants need to mail the signed ticket, completed claim form, and a copy of a valid government-issued photo ID to the Lottery’s Claims Center.
Prizes exceeding $100,000 must be claimed in person at the South Carolina Education Lottery Headquarters located in Columbia. Claimants must bring the signed winning ticket, claim form, valid photo ID, and their Social Security card. Winners of large jackpots can opt for direct deposit by setting up an Electronic Funds Transfer (EFT).
All claims for draw games must be submitted within 180 days from the date of the draw. It is crucial for winners to adhere to this deadline to secure their winnings.
Lottery Revenue and Contributions
In 2025, the South Carolina Education Lottery has raised $546.8 million for the state’s education programs, bringing the total contributions since the lottery’s inception in 2002 to approximately $8.9 billion. The revenue continues to support public education initiatives across South Carolina.
Popular Games and Recent Developments
The lottery’s success is largely driven by popular games such as scratch-off tickets and the Palmetto 5 cash game. These products remain favorites among players, contributing to the lottery’s ongoing revenue growth.
The Powerball jackpot has surged to $850 million, making it the sixth-largest jackpot in the history of the game. The upcoming drawing has increased anticipation among players statewide.
Winners of the Powerball jackpot can choose between a lump-sum cash payout of approximately $383 million or opt to receive the total amount in 30 installments over 29 years. The odds of claiming the big jackpot are approximately 1 in 293 million.
Final Notes
The lottery continues to emphasize responsible gaming and encourages players to claim their winnings promptly. With large jackpots and ongoing contributions to education, South Carolina’s lottery remains a significant driver of funding for public schools and communities across the state.
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Additional Resources
- Greenville Online: South Carolina Lottery Results
- Wikipedia: South Carolina Education Lottery
- NC Lottery: Johnston County Man Wins $10 Million
- Google Search: South Carolina Lottery
- WIS TV: SC Education Lottery Raises Over $500M
- Encyclopedia Britannica: Lottery
- UPI: North Carolina Education Lottery Celebrates 40th Birthday
- Google News: Lottery News
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