News Summary
A South Carolina player has won $150,000 in the Powerball lottery by matching four white ball numbers and the red Powerball. The ticket, purchased at a Speedway gas station in Summerville, was just one number shy of the $120 million jackpot. The winner has 180 days to claim their prize, which can be done either in person or via mail. With the next Powerball drawing estimated at $128 million, more players are gearing up for their chance at life-changing winnings.
South Carolina has a new Powerball winner who came tantalizingly close to hitting it big. A ticket purchased just before the Saturday drawing matched four of the five white ball numbers plus the red Powerball, netting the lucky player $150,000. This ticket was notably only one number away from winning the grand prize of $120 million.
The winning ticket was bought at the Speedway gas station and convenience store located at 1518 North Main St. in Summerville. The numbers drawn for the Powerball that day were 3, 16, 32, 52, 62, with the Powerball being 24. By adding the PowerPlay option to the ticket for an additional dollar, the winner boosted their base prize of $50,000 to a total of $150,000 due to a drawn multiplier of 3.
The lucky winner has 180 days from the drawing date to claim their prize. South Carolina law allows lottery winners to remain anonymous, which is the case in 11 states across the country. Lottery officials recommend that the winner sign the back of their ticket and store it safely until they are ready to claim their winnings.
Claiming Prize Information
Individuals looking to claim prizes can find detailed information on how to proceed at the official South Carolina Education Lottery website. For prizes up to $500, winnings may be redeemed directly at authorized retailers. For amounts ranging from $501 to $100,000, the signed ticket must be mailed to the South Carolina Education Lottery Claims Center. Winners of prizes exceeding $100,000 must present themselves in person at the South Carolina Education Lottery Headquarters located in Columbia.
The winner also has the option to set up an Electronic Funds Transfer (EFT) for convenience, allowing direct deposit of their winnings into a bank account.
Looking Ahead to the Next Drawing
The Powerball jackpot is expected to reach $128 million for the upcoming drawing scheduled for Monday. Tickets for this drawing must be purchased by 9:59 p.m. on Monday, with the drawing occurring at 10:59 p.m. Regular tickets cost $2 each, and additional options may be available at an extra cost. However, players should be aware that the odds of winning the Powerball grand prize remain challenging at 1-in-293 million.
It is vital to remember that all lottery prizes must be claimed within 180 days of the drawing date. For information regarding claiming procedures, forms, and more, the South Carolina Lottery has established a comprehensive claim page to assist winners in navigating the process.
The recent near-miss highlights the excitement and allure of the Powerball lottery, as participants continue to dream of changing their fortunes overnight. While one South Carolinian walks away with a substantial reward, others are already eyeing the next potential payout.
Deeper Dive: News & Info About This Topic
- The State: Lottery News
- Greenville Online: Lottery Results
- WYFF4: Lottery Unclaimed Win
- Wikipedia: Powerball
- Encyclopedia Britannica: Lottery
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