September 20, 2025

South Carolina Education Lottery Announces Winning Numbers

Columbia, South Carolina, September 20, 2025

News Summary

Players across South Carolina are checking their tickets after the Education Lottery announced winning numbers for several draw games. The Mega Millions combination was 02-22-27-42-58 with a Mega Ball of 08. Other games like Pick 3 and Pick 4 also saw winners, and detailed claiming guidelines were provided for various prize amounts. The excitement surrounding these results emphasizes the ongoing hope and chance the lottery brings to the community.

Columbia, South Carolina – The South Carolina Education Lottery has announced the winning numbers for the draw games held on September 19, 2025. Mega Millions players across the state are searching for tickets matching the winning combination of 02-22-27-42-58, with a Mega Ball of 08. In addition to the Mega Millions results, the lottery also released the winning numbers for its other games, including Pick 3, Pick 4, Cash Pop, and Palmetto Cash 5.

Today’s Lottery Results

Pick 3 results for midday drawn were 5-8-5, with a Fireball of 6, while the evening results showed 5-9-4 and a Fireball of 0. For the Pick 4, the midday results were 9-1-3-6, with a Fireball of 6, and the evening results were 0-2-6-6, alongside a Fireball of 0. The Cash Pop winning numbers were 04-16-18-40-41. However, the winning numbers for the Palmetto Cash 5 were not disclosed in the announcement.

Prize Claim Guidelines

For prizes up to $500, winners can redeem their amounts directly at authorized retailers by presenting a signed winning ticket.
Prizes between $501 and $100,000 must be claimed by mailing a signed ticket along with a completed claim form and a copy of a government-issued photo ID to the South Carolina Education Lottery Claims Center. It’s advisable to keep copies of all submitted documents and to use registered mail for added security.
Those who win over $100,000 must claim their prize in person at the South Carolina Education Lottery Headquarters located in Columbia. Required documentation includes the signed winning ticket, a completed claim form, a government-issued ID, and a Social Security card for identity verification. Winners have the option to set up an Electronic Funds Transfer (EFT) for direct deposit of their winnings.

The deadline for claiming all prizes is within 180 days from the draw date. Any unclaimed prizes after this period will be forfeited.

Background Context

The South Carolina Education Lottery aims not only to provide entertainment but also to support funding for public education in the state. This information was generated using data from TinBu and edited by a South Carolina-based editor. For those interested in the latest lottery news and results, they can explore the South Carolina Lottery’s official website.

As players eagerly check their tickets, excitement surrounds the prospect of winning life-changing amounts that could result from each draw. The community continues to partake in these games, highlighting the blend of hope and chance that lotteries represent for many residents.

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