Columbia, SC, October 13, 2025
News Summary
A player in Columbia won $100,000 in the Powerball drawing, while another player from Woodruff claimed a $2.5 million scratch-off win. These results from the South Carolina Lottery also included significant wins in other games, showcasing the excitement and possibilities that statewide lottery participation can bring.
South Carolina Lottery Results Reveal Multiple Big Wins on October 12, 2025
Columbia, SC — The South Carolina Education Lottery announced the results of various draw and scratch-off games held on October 12, 2025, highlighting significant wins across the state. Several players secured substantial prizes, including a $100,000 Powerball win and a $2.5 million scratch-off victory, reflecting a day of notable lottery activity.
Draw Game Results and Notable Wins
The lottery’s draw games on October 12 included Pick 3, Pick 4, Cash Pop, and Palmetto Cash 5. The official winning numbers are as follows:
- Pick 3 Evening: 7-5-1 (with a Fireball of 1)
- Pick 4 Evening: 2-0-8-7 (with a Fireball of 1)
- Cash Pop Evening: 12
- Palmetto Cash 5: 10-14-16-29-39
While these results are standard draw game outcomes, they set the stage for larger, multi-state jackpot wins that occurred on the same night.
Powerball Jackpot Winners
On Saturday night, a player matched the Powerball numbers with the PowerPlay option engaged, winning a prize of $100,000. The winning Powerball numbers were 11, 23, 44, 61, and 62, with the Powerball being 17 and a PowerPlay multiplier of 2. The ticket was purchased at Cheapway on Shop Road in Columbia, South Carolina.
Additionally, three other players in different locations around the state each won $50,000 in the same Powerball drawing. Their tickets were sold at:
- Parkers on Foxbank Boulevard in Moncks Corner
- Hot Spot on East Poinsett Street in Greer
- Circle K on Highway 17 South in Surfside Beach
These significant wins underscore the widespread participation and substantial jackpots associated with Powerball’s recent drawing.
Mega Millions Results and Other Scratch-Off Wins
A player from Orangeburg secured a $30,000 prize in the Mega Millions game held on the preceding Friday. The winning numbers for that draw were 6, 14, 36, 58, and 62, with the Megaball being 24. The winning ticket was bought at Quick Pantry on Binnicker Bridge Road in Orangeburg, SC.
In scratch-off excitement, an Upstate resident claimed a $2.5 million prize after purchasing a Magnificent Jumbo Bucks ticket at Nick’s Mart on North Main Street in Woodruff. The individual opted for anonymity, but the retailer received a $25,000 commission for selling the winning ticket.
Another significant scratch-off win was reported in the Midlands, where a man won $500,000 from a Red Hot Bonus ticket. The ticket was purchased at City Fuel & Food on Bush River Road in Columbia, SC. The winner plans to buy a new car for his wife with his winnings. The retailer earned a $5,000 commission for the sale of this ticket.
Prize Claim Deadlines and Lottery Impact
All lottery prizes, including draw game winnings and scratch-offs, must be claimed within 180 days of the respective drawing or ticket purchase date. These recent substantial wins highlight the potential for life-changing amounts over various games offered by the South Carolina Lottery.
Summary of Wins and Distribution
The October 12 lottery results reflect a diverse range of prizes awarded across multiple games and locations throughout South Carolina. The large jackpots and multiple high-tier prizes demonstrate the lottery’s capacity to deliver significant financial impact to winners while contributing to state-funded programs and initiatives.
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Additional Resources
- Greenville Online
- Wikipedia: Lottery
- The State
- Google Search: South Carolina lottery results
- Live 5 News
- Google Scholar: South Carolina lottery
- Fox Carolina
- Encyclopedia Britannica: lottery
- ABC Columbia
- Google News: South Carolina lottery winners
- WIS TV
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