Columbia, SC, October 25, 2025
News Summary
A ticket sold at Simba Express in Columbia brought one winner a jackpot of $160,000. Meanwhile, a woman from the Pee Dee region won $140,000 by playing consistent numbers. This week’s wins highlight the community’s engagement with the Palmetto Cash 5 lottery game, with many eager to claim prizes in person or by mail.
Columbia, SC – Two lucky players have claimed significant jackpots from the Palmetto Cash 5 lottery game this week, bringing excitement to the South Carolina community. The first jackpot, amounting to $160,000, was won by a ticket sold at Simba Express located at 2932 Alpine Rd., Columbia. The winning numbers for this drawing, which took place on October 2, were 3, 11, 16, 22, and 28.
The second winner, a woman from the Pee Dee region, matched her numbers to win $140,000. She consistently played the same numbers for several months and purchased her winning ticket at the Refuel station on the Lamar Highway. After her win, she celebrated by making a special purchase of a new car.
Both winners have 180 days from the date of their respective drawings to claim their prizes. The Palmetto Cash 5 lottery game has odds of 1 in 850,668 for winning the jackpot, making these victories particularly significant.
The South Carolina Education Lottery offers specific guidelines for claiming prizes based on the amount won. For smaller prizes up to $500, winners can redeem their winnings directly at any authorized lottery retailer. Prizes ranging between $501 and $100,000 must be claimed by mail to the South Carolina Education Lottery Claims Center. For larger prizes exceeding $100,000, winners are required to claim their winnings in person at the South Carolina Education Lottery Headquarters in Columbia.
Both jackpot wins reflect the enhanced engagement of South Carolinians with the Palmetto Cash 5 lottery and the excitement that comes with the chance of hitting it big. As players continue to test their luck, the potential for more big wins remains a prominent aspect of this popular lottery game.
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