South Carolina, September 16, 2025
News Summary
Three lucky residents of South Carolina have claimed $50,000 from recent Powerball drawings. They bought their winning tickets from retail locations including Publix and Circle K, amid a massive $1.8 billion jackpot frenzy. With enthusiasm at an all-time high, players eagerly anticipate the upcoming drawing as ticket sales surge. Additionally, a woman recently won $200,000 from a scratch-off ticket at Food Lion, demonstrating the ongoing excitement in the state’s lottery scene.
Columbia, South Carolina – Three residents of South Carolina have each won $50,000 in recent Powerball drawings amid a surge of excitement surrounding the jackpot, which is currently estimated at a staggering $1.8 billion. The winners purchased their tickets from various locations across the state, fueling the ongoing enthusiasm for this popular lottery game.
Two of the winners bought their tickets at local retail outlets: one at a Publix Super Market located in Fort Mill and the other at an A Plus convenience store in Goose Creek. The third winner made their purchase at a Circle K store in Greenville, opting for the ticket with a Double Play option, which allows players to enter their numbers twice for a higher chance of winning.
As the Powerball excitement escalates, lottery hopefuls have until 9:59 p.m. on Saturday to purchase tickets for the drawing scheduled for 10:59 p.m. that same evening. Each Powerball ticket costs $2, providing players with the chance to win not only the staggering jackpot but also additional prizes in various game formats.
In a separate lottery incident, a woman won a prize of $200,000 from a scratch-off ticket she purchased during an ordinary grocery trip at a Food Lion in Roebuck. She played the Clemson Jackpot game, drawn to the ticket’s orange color, despite not being a fan of Clemson football. The odds of winning the top prize in this particular game are approximately 1 in 520,000. After taxes were deducted, she took home a total of $140,000 from her win.
The South Carolina Education Lottery offers a variety of games including Powerball, Cash Pop, and Pick 3 Plus, allowing players multiple options for trying their luck. For smaller prizes, players can claim winnings up to $500 directly at authorized retailers, but larger amounts necessitate either mailing a claim or visiting the Lottery Headquarters in person for verification.
To claim prizes exceeding $501, players are required to complete a claim form and present a government-issued photo ID as part of the verification process. It’s important for players to be aware that all lottery prizes must be claimed within 180 days of the draw date, ensuring timely distribution of winnings.
The significant interest in Powerball and other lottery games reflects the allure of potentially life-changing prizes, especially as jackpots reach record-breaking amounts. The excitement surrounding the current $1.8 billion Powerball jackpot has encouraged many to participate in hopes of winning a substantial reward, while smaller game options like the scratch-off lottery also provide opportunities for players to win significant sums.
With the drawing time approaching, many South Carolinians are eagerly anticipating the announcement of winning numbers, hoping to join the ranks of the lucky winners. This spike in lottery ticket sales not only showcases the state’s vibrant lottery culture but also highlights the aspirations of residents seeking financial change through chance.
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Additional Resources
- Greenville Online: South Carolina Lottery Results
- Wikipedia: Lottery
- TipRanks: Neopollard Interactive Partnership
- Google Search: South Carolina lottery
- WLTX: South Carolina Powerball Winners
- Google Scholar: Lottery Winning Statistics
- WMBF News: Darlington Lottery Wins
- Encyclopedia Britannica: Gambling
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