Columbia, South Carolina, October 18, 2025
News Summary
The latest Mega Millions draw revealed significant winnings with the jackpot reaching over $12 million. Over 401,000 winning tickets were sold, showcasing a variety of impressive secondary prizes. Players are reminded to submit their claims promptly as the jackpot continues to roll over, presenting increasing excitement for lottery enthusiasts.
Columbia, South Carolina – October 17, 2025
The South Carolina Education Lottery announced the results of the latest Mega Millions draw held on October 14, 2025, revealing significant winnings and details about the ongoing jackpot and prize claims process. The winning numbers for the Mega Millions game were 09-21-27-48-56, with the Mega Ball number being 10.
Major Winnings and Number of Winners
Across the nation, a total of 401,467 winning tickets matched various numbers in the October 14 drawing, resulting in cumulative winnings exceeding $12.1 million. The largest prize, the Mega Millions jackpot, has been rolling over since June 27, 2023, and now stands well above the previous high points, reaching over $12 million.
Jackpot and Significant Secondary Prizes
The Mega Millions jackpot has not been won since August 8, 2023, when a giant $1.602 billion prize was claimed in Florida. Since then, the jackpot has continued to grow, attracting numerous players nationwide. The recent draw included two second-tier prizes, each matching five white balls and winning $2 million. Notably, these tickets were sold in Arizona and Texas and benefited from a 2X multiplier, doubling the prize.
Additionally, fifteen tickets matched four white balls plus the Mega Ball, earning varying third-tier prizes based on multipliers. Other notable wins include:
- Eight tickets each at 2X multipliers, winning $20,000.
- Four tickets with 3X multipliers, each earning $30,000.
- Two tickets with 4X multipliers, each winning $40,000.
- One ticket with a 5X multiplier, claiming $50,000.
Odds and Historical Context
Individuals participating in Mega Millions now face odds of approximately 1 in 292 million for hitting the jackpot, reflecting the game’s highly challenging nature. Historically, the Mega Millions jackpot has reached record-breaking figures, with the largest jackpot, valued at $1.602 billion, awarded in August 2023, surpassing $1.5 billion for the largest lottery prize ever won in the U.S.
Other Lottery Games in South Carolina
Aside from Mega Millions, the South Carolina Education Lottery offers several other draw games, including Pick 3, Pick 4, Cash Pop, and Palmetto Cash 5. The latest results in these games are as follows:
South Carolina Pick 3 Plus FIREBALL Results
- Midday: 1-9-2, Fireball: 4
- Evening: 6-6-8, Fireball: 2
South Carolina Pick 4 Plus FIREBALL Results
- Midday: 2-3-9-8, Fireball: 4
- Evening: 7-1-9-7, Fireball: 2
Cash Pop Winning Numbers
01-02-04-31-42
Prize Claims Process
The South Carolina Education Lottery has outlined the process for claim submissions based on prize amounts:
Prizes up to $500
These can be claimed directly at authorized Lottery retailers. To do so, winners must sign the back of their winning ticket and present it at the retailer for validation and payout.
Prizes from $501 to $100,000
Claimants should mail a signed ticket along with a completed claim form and a government-issued photo ID to the Lottery’s Claims Center at P.O. Box 11039, Columbia, SC 29211-1039.
Prizes over $100,000
Winning tickets exceeding this amount must be claimed in person at the Lottery Headquarters. Winners are required to bring their signed ticket, completed claim form, valid ID, and Social Security card.
Important Deadlines and Additional Resources
All prizes must be claimed within 180 days from the date of the drawing. For further information, forms, and detailed guidelines, winners are encouraged to visit the South Carolina Lottery’s official claim page.
Claim Center Locations
- South Carolina Education Lottery, P.O. Box 11039, Columbia, SC 29211-1039
- Columbia Claims Center: 1303 Assembly Street, Columbia, SC 29201
As the Mega Millions jackpot continues to roll over, South Carolina players remain hopeful for a significant prize. The lottery urges winners to act promptly within the specified claim periods to secure their winnings.
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Additional Resources
- Greenville Online: South Carolina Lottery Results October 17, 2025
- Wikipedia: Lottery
- WLTX: Evening SC Lottery Results September 27, 2025
- Google Search: South Carolina Lottery results
- CT Post: Winning Numbers Drawn in Thursday’s South
- Google Scholar: Lottery Prizes
- ABC7NY: Mega Millions Jackpot Rises to $625 Million
- Encyclopedia Britannica: Lottery
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