Columbia, South Carolina, October 15, 2025
News Summary
An anonymous winner from Woodruff claimed a stunning $2.5 million from a scratch-off ticket, while another player in Columbia won $500,000. The Woodruff ticket was sold at Nick’s Mart, earning the store a $25,000 commission. The Columbia winner plans to purchase a new vehicle for their wife and a used car for themselves, with City Fuel & Food receiving a $5,000 commission for the sale.
Columbia, South Carolina
Winners of the South Carolina Education Lottery are celebrating significant payouts following a series of recent draw games held on October 14, 2025. One anonymous player from Woodruff has claimed a remarkable $2.5 million prize from a Magnificent Jumbo Bucks scratch-off ticket, while another in Columbia won $500,000 from the Red Hot Bonus scratch-off game.
The winning scratch-off ticket in Woodruff was purchased at Nick’s Mart on North Main Street, where the store received a $25,000 commission for selling the winning ticket. Meanwhile, the Columbia winner purchased their ticket at City Fuel & Food on Bush River Road and plans to invest in a new vehicle for his wife and a used car for himself. The store where this ticket was sold earned a $5,000 commission.
Lottery Draw Results
In addition to the scratch-off winnings, the South Carolina Education Lottery also conducted various draw games. The results for Mega Millions on the same day were 12-22-49-57-58, with a Mega Ball of 19. Other results included:
- Pick 3 Plus FIREBALL:
- Midday: 8-5-4, FB: 1
- Evening: 0-3-8, FB: 4
- Pick 4 Plus FIREBALL:
- Midday: 0-3-4-0, FB: 1
- Evening: 2-4-4-7, FB: 4
- Cash Pop winning numbers: 06-10-21-28-31
- Palmetto Cash 5 winning numbers were not specifically listed.
Claiming Prizes
Winners have different methods for claiming their prizes, depending on the amount won. Players winning up to $500 can redeem their prizes at any authorized SC Education Lottery retailer by providing a signed ticket. Those who win between $501 and $100,000 need to mail their signed ticket along with a claim form and government-issued ID to the SC Education Lottery Claims Center. For prizes exceeding $100,000, winners must make in-person claims at the SC Education Lottery Headquarters in Columbia. All prize claims must be submitted within 180 days of the respective draw date.
Background on the Lottery
The South Carolina Education Lottery is designed to provide funding for education initiatives throughout the state. Each lottery ticket purchased contributes to the overall funding, supporting the educational landscape in South Carolina. Over the years, various games like scratch-offs and draw games have gained popularity, leading to numerous winners across the state.
Summary of Winning Ticket Information
| Location | Prize Amount | Store | Store Commission |
|---|---|---|---|
| Woodruff | $2.5 Million | Nick’s Mart | $25,000 |
| Columbia | $500,000 | City Fuel & Food | $5,000 |
Frequently Asked Questions
How can I claim my lottery prize in South Carolina?
The method for claiming your lottery prize in South Carolina depends on the amount won. Up to $500 can be redeemed at any authorized retailer, while prizes between $501 and $100,000 should be mailed to the SC Education Lottery Claims Center. For amounts over $100,000, winners must claim their prizes in person at the lottery headquarters in Columbia.
What are the odds of winning the $500,000 prize in the Red Hot Bonus game?
The odds of winning the $500,000 prize on the Red Hot Bonus game are 1 in 1,500,000.
What deadline do I have to claim my lottery winnings?
Lottery winners have 180 days from the draw date to claim their prizes.
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Additional Resources
- Greenville Online
- Wikipedia: South Carolina Education Lottery
- Live 5 News
- Google Search: South Carolina lottery results
- Fox Carolina
- Google Scholar: lottery winners South Carolina
- The State
- Encyclopedia Britannica: lottery
- ABC Columbia
- Google News: lottery winners 2025
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