Columbia, October 21, 2025
News Summary
A player in Columbia has struck gold in the South Carolina Lottery, winning a remarkable $1 million with a Million Dollar Mania ticket purchased at J & S Food Mart. The October 20 draw also featured a rising Powerball jackpot of $304 million, with exciting results from various lottery games including Pick 3 and Cash Pop. Players are encouraged to participate in upcoming draws while keeping to claim deadlines.
Columbia, South Carolina — October 20, 2025
The South Carolina Education Lottery conducted its latest drawing on October 20, 2025, offering players the chance to win millions of dollars across several games, including Powerball, Pick 3, Pick 3 Plus FIREBALL, Pick 4 Plus FIREBALL, Cash Pop, and Palmetto Cash 5. The results reveal both recent big winners and upcoming jackpots, providing insights into the state’s lottery activity.
Powerball Jackpot Rises to $304 Million
The Powerball jackpot for the October 20 lottery draw has climbed to an estimated $304 million. Players had the option to select either the cash value of approximately $144.6 million before taxes or choose the annuity payout over time. The winning numbers drawn were 32, 38, 66, 67, 69, with a Powerball of 19. The Power Play multiplier was 2, doubling non-jackpot prizes. Drawings are held on Monday, Wednesday, and Saturday nights, and tickets are available for purchase both in stores and online through authorized providers.
Winning Numbers for Pick 3 and Related Games
Among the daily draws, the midday Pick 3 results were 5-4-3, with a Fireball number of 3. In the evening, the Pick 3 numbers were 8-7-4, with Fireball 1. The Pick 3 Plus FIREBALL game saw midday results of 4-8-3-3 (Fireball: 3) and evening results of 6-4-5-8 (Fireball: 1). The Pick 4 Plus FIREBALL also drew midday 13 and evening 02.
Additional Lottery Results
The Cash Pop game, which allows players to choose from numbers 1 through 50, had winning numbers: 12, 15, 24, 31, 32. The Palmetto Cash 5 numbers were 33, 48, 52, 55, 68, with a Powerball of 09.
Significant Recent Lottery Win in Columbia
A notable lottery win occurred in Columbia, where a player secured a $1 million prize. The winner’s ticket was purchased at J & S Food Mart on Forest Drive. The individual bought a second ticket after initially not winning, which ultimately led to the big payout. The lucky ticket was a Million Dollar Mania game ticket. The odds of winning this $1 million prize are approximately 1 in 1,530,000, making it a rare but attainable victory.
Lottery Ticket Sales and Prize Claiming Procedures
J & S Food Mart received a $10,000 commission for selling the winning ticket. Winners of smaller prizes—up to $500—can claim their winnings at any authorized lottery retailer. Prizes between $501 and $100,000 must be claimed by mailing a completed claim form, along with a valid ID, to the South Carolina Education Lottery Claims Center. For prizes exceeding $100,000, winners are required to claim in person, bringing appropriate identification such as a driver’s license and Social Security card.
All winnings must be claimed within 180 days from the drawing date. Winners also have the option to request Electronic Funds Transfer (EFT) for direct deposit of their prize money, providing a convenient and secure payout method.
Upcoming Draws and How to Play
Players interested in future lotteries can participate by choosing their numbers or opting for Quick Pick, which generates random numbers automatically. Tickets are available for purchase at retail locations or online through authorized platforms like Jackpocket in eligible states. The next Powerball drawing is scheduled for Saturday night, continuing the opportunity for players to achieve significant prizes.
Summary
In summary, the South Carolina Education Lottery’s October 20 draw produced exciting results, including the jackpot escalation and a major $1 million winner in Columbia. As jackpots grow and new winners emerge, players are encouraged to participate responsibly and within the prescribed claim deadlines. The lottery remains a popular and accessible game of chance for South Carolinians seeking life-changing rewards.
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Additional Resources
- Greenville Online: South Carolina Lottery Results
- Wikipedia: South Carolina Lottery
- WIS TV: Midlands Winner Takes Home $1 Million
- Google Search: South Carolina Lottery Winners
- News Press: Powerball Winning Numbers
- Encyclopedia Britannica: Lottery
- Live 5 News: Multiple Winning Lottery Tickets Sold
- Google News: Powerball Jackpot October 2025
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