Midlands, September 16, 2025
News Summary
A lucky Midlands woman became a millionaire after winning $1 million from a scratch-off ticket at J and S Food Mart #8. In addition, a $170,000 jackpot from Palmetto Cash 5 awaits its winner. The winning ticket for Palmetto Cash 5 was purchased at Southeast BP, with the numbers drawn recently. The retail locations will also benefit from substantial commissions for selling these winning tickets, contributing to local businesses.
Columbia
Two significant lottery wins have been reported in the Midlands, including a $170,000 jackpot from the Palmetto Cash 5 and a $1 million prize from a scratch-off ticket. The jackpot from the Palmetto Cash 5 has not yet been claimed, with the winning numbers drawn on Friday, September 12, 2025.
The winning numbers for this Palmetto Cash 5 drawing were 7, 22, 28, 29, and 37. The ticket for this lucky win was purchased at Southeast BP, located at 8000 Garners Ferry Road. The winner has a window of 180 days from the drawing date to claim their prize. With odds of 1 in 850,668, the Palmetto Cash 5 jackpot is still waiting for its unidentified winner. Currently, the next drawing for the Palmetto Cash 5 features a jackpot of $120,000.
In a separate but equally remarkable event, a Midlands woman became a millionaire from a $10 scratch-off ticket purchased at J and S Food Mart #8, found at 5413 Forest Dr. Initially, she bought one ticket that did not yield a win, leading her to purchase a second ticket. This second ticket turned out to be the jackpot winner, netting her $1 million. The odds for winning such a prize in the Million Dollar Mania scratch-off game are estimated at 1 in 1,530,000.
The winner plans to utilize her winnings by paying off her debts and saving the remaining money for future use. Additionally, J and S Food Mart #8 will receive a commission of $10,000 for selling the winning ticket, contributing to the retailer’s ongoing operations.
The South Carolina Education Lottery plays a significant role in promoting education within the state, with funds generated from ticket sales being directed towards education, prizes, retailer commissions, and contractor payments. This structured financial approach supports educational initiatives while also providing chances for residents to win significant prizes through various lottery games.
Recent lottery results continue to attract the attention of the public and maintain interest in future draws, highlighting both the excitement around potential winnings and the importance of responsible gambling practices. Residents are encouraged to check their tickets, as the potential for life-changing wins exists with every drawing.
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- Greenville Online
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- Google Search: South Carolina Lottery Results
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- Encyclopedia Britannica: Lottery
- Google News: South Carolina Lottery
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