October 16, 2025

Woodruff Winner Claims $2.5 Million from Scratch-Off

Woodruff, SC, October 16, 2025

News Summary

A winner from Woodruff, SC, has claimed a significant prize of $2.5 million from the Magnificent Jumbo Bucks scratch-off ticket. The winning ticket was purchased at Nick’s Mart, where the odds of winning stand at 1 in 1.72 million. Santana McCoy from Engelhard also won $219,685 from the digital instant game Bison Bonanza. Proceeds from the South Carolina Education Lottery continue to benefit education across the state as players are reminded to check their tickets.

Columbia, SC – The South Carolina Education Lottery announced the results of its various draw games on October 15, 2025, revealing several major prize wins and generating excitement among players across the state.

The winning numbers for the Powerball were 10-13-28-34-47, with the Powerball number being 15 and the Power Play being 3. While no one hit the jackpot for that drawing, players are encouraged to check their tickets for other prize tiers. In addition, the Pick 3 draw revealed midday numbers of 1-4-1, with a Fireball of 1, and evening numbers of 4-0-8, along with a Fireball of 0. The Pick 4 midday results were 6-1-8-4, with a Fireball of 1, and the evening draw was 9-2-6-0, with a Fireball of 0. The Cash Pop winning numbers included 02-05-13-27-32, and the Palmetto Cash 5 winning numbers were 05-20-27-44-51, with the additional number being 21.

In an exciting turn of events, a winner from Woodruff, SC, claimed a significant prize of $2.5 million from the Magnificent Jumbo Bucks scratch-off ticket purchased at Nick’s Mart. The odds of winning this particular scratch-off game stand at 1 in 1.72 million. As a retailer, Nick’s Mart is set to receive a $25,000 commission for selling the winning ticket.

Further showcasing the lottery’s appeal, Santana McCoy of Engelhard won a jackpot of $219,685 while playing the digital instant game Bison Bonanza. After wagering $5, McCoy was left in disbelief upon realizing her win. Following tax withholdings, she received a payout of $157,626 and plans to put her winnings toward home repairs and purchasing a car. Notably, the Bison Bonanza game features a progressive jackpot that starts at $50,000 and has grown to over $71,000 since McCoy’s win.

The Palmetto Cash 5 jackpot winner, whose identity remains undisclosed, purchased their ticket at a Circle K gas station in Camden. This ticket was for a $170,000 payoff and had rolled over seven times before being claimed. This marks the 27th jackpot win for the Palmetto Cash 5 game within South Carolina.

Lottery winners are reminded that they have 180 days from the date of the draw to claim their prizes. South Carolina is among 11 states that allow lottery winners to remain anonymous, a measure designed to protect their privacy.

The proceeds from the South Carolina Education Lottery play a crucial role in funding education within the state, contributing not only to prize allocations but also to retailer commissions and operational services. The lottery’s ongoing success continues to benefit educational initiatives, bringing further investment into schools across South Carolina.

As the excitement builds, players are encouraged to stay engaged with the lottery’s various draw games, keeping an eye on their tickets, as more opportunities for significant wins are on the horizon.

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