Greenville, South Carolina, September 5, 2025
News Summary
In a recent Powerball drawing, a local player from Greenville, South Carolina, won $50,000. This significant win, which was one of three identical prizes given across the state, has intensified excitement as the jackpot for the next drawing is projected at an incredible $1.7 billion. Fans of the game are reminded that the odds of winning the jackpot are 1 in 293 million. The Powerball continues to thrive in South Carolina, contributing to higher education funding through ticket sales.
Greenville, South Carolina recently celebrated a significant win in the Powerball lottery as a local player pocketed $50,000 during Wednesday night’s drawing. The winning ticket was purchased at the Circle K store located at 820 S. Church St.
In addition to the Greenville winner, two more players from South Carolina also won $50,000 each in the same drawing. Their tickets were sold at Publix Super Markets in Fort Mill and A Plus in Goose Creek. This latest win has heightened excitement, particularly with another drawing set for Saturday, where the jackpot is estimated to reach a staggering $1.7 billion.
The $1.7 billion prize is the third-largest recorded in U.S. lottery history, fast approaching the world record of $2 billion won in a Powerball drawing back in November 2022. The odds of winning the Powerball jackpot remain daunting, with participants facing a 1 in 293 million chance of securing the top prize.
In the same drawing, nationwide results revealed that eleven tickets matched all five white balls, earning each holder a $1 million prize. These winning tickets were distributed across various states, including:
- California (2 tickets)
- Colorado
- Florida
- Georgia (2 tickets)
- Illinois
- Maryland
- Minnesota
- Ohio
- Pennsylvania
Furthermore, four tickets that matched all five white balls and opted for the increased Power Play were awarded $2 million each. Winning locations for these tickets include:
- Michigan
- Oregon
- Texas
- Wyoming
If no winner emerges in the upcoming Saturday drawing, Powerball will continue to hold drawings every Monday, Wednesday, and Saturday. It’s noteworthy that in South Carolina, 0.43 cents from every Powerball ticket sold contributes to higher education initiatives like the Palmetto Fellow, LIFE Scholarship, and South Carolina Hope Scholarship.
Recent updates also allow retailers in South Carolina to accept debit card payments for lottery tickets, which has contributed to increased sales. To date, South Carolina has recorded seven Powerball winners since the game began, with the most recent major win before this latest draw being a $399 million ticket sold in Lexington on September 18, 2013.
For the Upstate region of South Carolina, the highest jackpot win recorded remains a Mega Millions drawing worth $1.5 billion, which took place in October 2018.
Players must ensure they safeguard their winning tickets and are reminded to claim their prizes at the claims center in Columbia, South Carolina. Winners have a time frame of 180 days from the drawing date to claim their respective prizes, with unclaimed prizes currently available from a previously sold $2 million Powerball ticket.
The winning numbers from the latest Powerball drawing have opened doors for significant winnings, heightening the thrill and anticipation as the next drawing approaches.
FAQ
What was the winning amount for the Greenville Powerball player?
The winning amount was $50,000.
Where was the winning ticket purchased?
The winning ticket was sold at Circle K located at 820 S. Church St., Greenville, South Carolina.
What is the estimated jackpot for the upcoming Powerball drawing?
The estimated jackpot for the next drawing is $1.7 billion.
What are the odds of winning the Powerball jackpot?
The odds of winning the Powerball jackpot are 1 in 293 million.
How many Powerball winners have there been in South Carolina?
There have been a total of seven Powerball winners in South Carolina.
Key Features of the Powerball Drawing
| Feature | Details |
|---|---|
| Winning Amount (Greenville) | $50,000 |
| Upcoming Jackpot | $1.7 billion |
| Odds of Winning the Jackpot | 1 in 293 million |
| Total Powerball Winners in SC | 7 |
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Additional Resources
- WYFF4: Powerball Greenville $50K Jackpot
- Wikipedia: Powerball
- Greenville Online: Powerball Jackpot
- Google Search: Powerball Lottery
- Fox Carolina: Greenville Residents Dream
- Encyclopedia Britannica: Lottery
- WSPA: $50,000 Powerball Ticket in Greenville
- Google News: Powerball Jackpot
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