News Summary
A Powerball ticket bought at Food Lion #534 in Irmo, South Carolina, has won a remarkable $100,000 prize. The ticket matched four white ball numbers and the Powerball number during Wednesday’s drawing. With this win boosted by the PowerPlay option, the holder has 180 days to claim their prize, remaining anonymous if they choose. The excitement continues as the estimated jackpot for the next drawing reaches $172 million, enticing more players to join in on the lottery fun.
Big Wins in Irmo: Powerball Ticket at Food Lion Nets $100,000!
In a delightful turn of events for one lucky player, a Powerball ticket purchased at the Food Lion #534 in Irmo, South Carolina, has netted a fantastic prize of $100,000. Excitement was in the air after the winning ticket matched four white ball numbers and the red Powerball number during Wednesday’s drawing.
The Winning Numbers
For those curious about the lucky numbers, they are 21, 32, 36, 45, 49, with the Powerball being 18. If you happened to check your tickets, and these numbers look familiar, you could very well be the next big winner!
Interesting Details
This remarkable ticket wasn’t just a lucky swipe; it was enhanced by the PowerPlay option, for an extra dollar. This little addition doubled the standard prize from $50,000 to the impressive $100,000 when a “2” multiplier was rolled during the draw. Talk about a smart investment!
Time to Claim
Now, if you think you might be the lucky one holding that winning ticket, there’s some important information to remember. Players have 180 days from the date of the drawing, which means until February 12, 2025, to claim their prizes. To do this, the ticket holder needs to sign the back of the ticket and keep it in a safe place until they are ready to claim their cash.
Keeping it Under Wraps?
In South Carolina, winners can keep their identities private as the state permits lottery winners to remain anonymous. That means the excitement can be kept within your circle, adding a little sprinkle of mystery to the grand prize!
What’s Next?
As for the next round of Powerball excitement, the estimated jackpot for Saturday night’s drawing is a whopping $172 million. Players are certainly buzzing with anticipation, but keep in mind, the odds of matching four white numbers along with the Powerball number stand at 1 in 913,129. Winning the grand prize? Well, that’s a tougher nut to crack with odds sitting at 1 in 293 million.
Food Lion’s Win
On top of the joy of the winning ticket, the Food Lion where it was purchased can expect to receive a commission for selling that golden ticket. It’s a win-win situation for both the ticket holder and the local store!
Join the Winners’ Club
And here’s a fun fact – over 8,000 players in South Carolina purchased winning tickets in the same drawing. Prizes ranged from small wins of $4 all the way up to those shimmering six-figure amounts. Your chances of joining this happy club may just be a ticket away!
Get the Details
For all the details on claiming prizes, players are encouraged to check out the official lottery website. Whether it’s finding out how to claim or just keeping up with the latest winning numbers, it’s a great way to stay in the loop.
So, dear readers, don’t forget to check your tickets and perhaps indulge in a little more lottery fun. Who knows? The next big winner could be you!
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