Columbia, October 13, 2025
News Summary
A $100,000 Powerball ticket was sold at Cheapway in Columbia. Three others won $50,000 each, while a $2.5 million scratch-off winner was from Woodruff. Significant lottery wins continue to excite players across the state.
Columbia, South Carolina – The South Carolina Education Lottery announced the results of several draw games on October 12, 2025, revealing significant wins for players across the state. In particular, a remarkable $100,000 Powerball winning ticket was sold at Cheapway on Shop Road in Columbia. Meanwhile, three other players each won $50,000 in the same drawing.
In more detail, the Powerball numbers drawn were 11, 23, 44, 61, 62, with a Powerball of 17 and a PowerPlay multiplier of 2. The winning ticket that secured the $100,000 prize utilized PowerPlay, which allowed the player to multiply their winnings. The other three winners who each claimed $50,000 bought their tickets at locations in Moncks Corner, Greer, and Surfside Beach. Specifically, the locations were Parkers on Foxbank Boulevard, Hot Spot on East Poinsett Street, and Circle K on Highway 17 South.
Additionally, a Mega Millions ticket purchased at Quick Pantry on Binnicker Bridge Road in Orangeburg won a $30,000 prize in the prior Friday night drawing. The winning Mega Millions numbers were 6, 14, 36, 58, 62, with a Megaball of 24.
Other Lottery Wins in South Carolina
Aside from the draw games, a player in the Upstate region became a millionaire by winning $2.5 million with a Magnificent Jumbo Bucks scratch-off ticket. This winning ticket was sold at Nick’s Mart on North Main Street in Woodruff. The ticket was a $20 purchase, and the identity of the winner is currently undisclosed. Nick’s Mart received a commission of $25,000 for selling this ticket.
Another notable win occurred in the Midlands region, where a man won $500,000 from a Red Hot Bonus scratch-off ticket purchased at City Fuel & Food on Bush River Road in Columbia. This victory is expected to have a significant impact on the player’s life, who plans to use the funds for a new car for his wife. The retailer also benefitted from this sale, receiving a $5,000 commission.
Lottery Regulations
It is important for winners to note that lottery prizes must be claimed within 180 days of the drawing date for draw games. This rule applies to all games conducted by the South Carolina Education Lottery.
Summary of Lottery Draw Results
The draw games results for October 12, 2025, include:
- Pick 3 Evening: 7-5-1, FB: 1
- Pick 4 Evening: 2-0-8-7, FB: 1
- Cash Pop Evening: 12
- Palmetto Cash 5: 10-14-16-29-39
The October 12, 2025 lottery results showcase the excitement and opportunities that the South Carolina Education Lottery provides to its players, with multiple significant wins helping to change the lives of several residents across the state.
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