October 20, 2025

South Carolina Lottery Results and Prize Claims

Columbia, October 20, 2025

News Summary

A woman recently won over $500,000 in South Carolina’s Palmetto Cash 5 lottery while another individual claimed a $1 million prize after a lucky ticket purchase. Authorities released the latest winning numbers and provided updated procedures for claiming lottery prizes, emphasizing the importance of timely actions within the designated claim periods.

Columbia, October 19, 2025 — South Carolina Lottery Results and Prize Claims

The latest lottery drawings in South Carolina have concluded for October 19, 2025, revealing the winning numbers across several popular games. Authorities have also provided updated procedures for claiming prizes, along with recent notable jackpot winners.

Winning Numbers Overview

Pick 3 Evening Results: 9-0-0, with a FIREBALL number of 7.
Pick 4 Evening Results: 4-3-2-3, with a FIREBALL number of 7.
Cash Pop Evening Results: 12.
Palmetto Cash 5 Results: 01-08-18-21-23.

Prize Claiming Procedures

Winners of lottery prizes are advised to follow the official claim protocols based on the amount won:

Prizes up to $500 can be redeemed directly at any authorized South Carolina Education Lottery retailer. To claim, winners must sign the back of their ticket and present it at the retailer.
Prizes between $501 and $100,000 require mailing a signed winning ticket along with a completed claim form and a copy of a government-issued photo ID to the Lottery Claims Center in Columbia.
For prizes exceeding $100,000, winners must claim in person at the South Carolina Education Lottery Headquarters, bringing the signed ticket, claim form, valid photo ID, and Social Security card.

Additionally, large prize winners have the option to set up Electronic Funds Transfer (EFT) for direct deposit of their winnings, providing a secure and convenient payout method.

Claim Deadline and Important Dates

All prizes must be claimed within 180 days from the date of the draw to be eligible for redemption. It is important for winners to act promptly to avoid losing their prizes due to expired claim periods.

Recent Lottery Success Stories in South Carolina

A woman won over $500,000 after purchasing a Palmetto Cash 5 ticket at a local gas station, highlighting the significant prizes available at retail locations.
Another individual, nearly leaving a ticket behind, returned to purchase it and discovered a $1 million prize, illustrating the element of luck and persistence among players.
A man claimed a substantial prize after recognizing that a previously viewed losing ticket was actually eligible for a second chance promotion, emphasizing the potential for unexpected wins through lottery programs.
A woman secured a $1 million reward after trusting her intuition to buy a specific ticket, demonstrating that instinct sometimes plays a role in lottery wins.

Odds of the Jackpot and Recent Market Data

South Carolina Lottery provides insight into the odds associated with various jackpots:

The odds of hitting a six-figure jackpot are approximately 1 in 780,000.
The odds of winning a seven-figure jackpot stand at roughly 1 in 850,668.
Another six-figure jackpot also has odds of about 1 in 850,668, indicating the challenging nature of winning top-tier prizes but also the consistent opportunities available for players.

Summary

Residents and visitors in Columbia and across South Carolina have recently participated in various lottery games with the latest winning numbers officially announced. Winners are encouraged to carefully follow the claim procedures to secure their prizes within the designated timeframes. These recent draws continue to demonstrate both the exciting potential of lottery games and the importance of understanding claim processes, with notable recent stories underscoring the unpredictable yet rewarding nature of participation.

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