Columbia, October 26, 2025
News Summary
Four unclaimed lottery tickets have been reported in South Carolina, including a winning Powerball ticket worth $100,000 sold in Columbia. Players are encouraged to check their tickets as the jackpot excitement builds. The winning Powerball numbers were revealed along with results from various other games. Prizes must be claimed within 180 days, and important instructions for redemption are provided for winners. Players are reminded to stay updated on their tickets as unclaimed prizes remind us to check our luck promptly.
Columbia – South Carolina Lottery officials have announced the winning numbers for the Powerball and other lottery games drawn on October 25, 2025. Players eagerly checked their tickets following the draw, hoping to win big with a jackpot lottery that has captured the attention of many residents across the state.
The winning numbers for the Powerball drawing were 02-12-22-39-67, with the Powerball number being 15. In addition, the Power Play multiplier for this drawing was 2. For those participating in the Pick 3 game, the midday numbers were 8-4-9 with a Fireball of 1, while the evening Pick 3 numbers were 0-6-0 with no Fireball drawn. The Pick 4 game results showed midday numbers of 1-6-5-6 (Fireball 1) and evening numbers of 5-9-4-8 (no Fireball).
In the Cash Pop game, the winning numbers for October 25 were 03-17-18-21-23, and the Palmetto Cash 5 winning numbers were 03-24-46-58-61. Additionally, the Powerball Double Play resulted in a bonus number of 07.
Unclaimed Lottery Tickets
As of October 27, 2025, there are four unclaimed Powerball tickets in South Carolina. All four tickets matched four white ball numbers and the red Powerball number, which aligns with a winning threshold that is considered rare, boasting odds of 1 in 913,129. One of these successful tickets worth $100,000 was sold in Columbia on September 6 at the Cheapway store located at 1854 Shop Rd. In addition, three other unclaimed tickets, each worth $50,000, were sold in the cities of Greer, Greenville, and Goose Creek.
Prize Redemption Information
Winners of the lottery have a window of 180 days from the draw date to claim their prizes. For winnings up to $500, players can redeem their amounts directly at any authorized South Carolina Education Lottery retailer. If players win between $501 and $100,000, they need to mail their signed winning ticket along with a completed claim form and a government-issued photo ID to the South Carolina Education Lottery Claims Center.
For those fortunate enough to claim prizes exceeding $100,000, these must be redeemed in person at the South Carolina Education Lottery Headquarters in Columbia. The process for claiming large prizes requires a signed winning ticket, a completed claim form, a government-issued photo ID, and a Social Security card. Winners of large prizes may also choose the Electronic Funds Transfer (EFT) option for direct deposit.
Claim Deadlines and Resources
Players should be aware that all claims for prizes must be made within 180 days of the draw date for all draw games. For further details regarding the claim process and to access claim forms, players are encouraged to visit the South Carolina Lottery claim page, where all relevant information is provided clearly.
Conclusion
The excitement surrounding the South Carolina Lottery continues to engage players state-wide, while unclaimed lottery winnings serve as a reminder to check those tickets promptly. As residents await the next draw, the lottery remains a popular pastime, offering the chance for life-changing prizes.
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Additional Resources
- Greenville Online: South Carolina Lottery Results – October 25, 2025
- WIS TV: $100K Powerball Ticket in Columbia Remains Unclaimed
- Live 5 News: Multiple Winning Lottery Tickets Sold in SC
- Wikipedia: South Carolina Education Lottery
- WIS TV: Scratch-Off Ticket Wins $500K in Columbia
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