Columbia, South Carolina, September 17, 2025
News Summary
A player from South Carolina won a remarkable $30,000 in the Mega Millions while multiple players took home $50,000 from the Powerball. Significant scratch-off wins were also reported, including a $200,000 prize from the Clemson Jackpot game. As people check their tickets, excitement grows in the state over these substantial winnings.
Columbia, South Carolina – South Carolina’s Education Lottery announced the winning numbers for the Mega Millions and Powerball games on September 16, 2025. Players across the state are checking their tickets as the results reveal significant winnings, including a substantial recent scratch-off ticket win.
The Mega Millions winning numbers for the drawing on September 16 are 10, 14, 34, 40, 43, with the Mega Ball being 05. As the excitement builds, a player from South Carolina previously scored a remarkable $30,000 win on September 15 with the numbers 6, 14, 36, 58, 62 and Mega Ball 24. The ticket for this win was purchased at Quick Pantry in Orangeburg.
In the Powerball game, three players from South Carolina each won $50,000. The winning numbers drawn were 11, 23, 44, 61, 62 with Powerball 17 and PowerPlay 2. One of the $50,000 tickets was purchased at Cheapway on Shop Road in Columbia, while the other winners bought their tickets at Parkers in Moncks Corner, Hot Spot in Greer, and Circle K in Surfside Beach. Additionally, a winning ticket worth $100,000 was also recorded in Columbia.
Other lottery game results for September 16 included Pick 3 and Pick 4. The midday Pick 3 numbers were 5, 9, 4 with a FIREBALL of 5, while the evening numbers were 1, 9, 6, also with a FIREBALL of 5. For Pick 4, the midday numbers were 2, 0, 7, 7 (FIREBALL: 5), and the evening numbers were 5, 1, 1, 0 (FIREBALL: 5).
The Cash Pop game results revealed the winning numbers of 02, 04, 09, 20, and 39. In the Palmetto Cash 5 draw, winning numbers included 10 for the midday drawing and 01 for the evening.
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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)
1. What were the Mega Millions winning numbers on September 16, 2025?
The winning numbers were 10, 14, 34, 40, 43, with a Mega Ball of 05.
2. How can I claim my lottery winnings in South Carolina?
Winnings up to $500 can be claimed at any authorized lottery retailer, while amounts from $501 to $100,000 must be claimed by mail, and prizes over $100,000 must be claimed in person at the South Carolina Education Lottery Headquarters.
3. What is the deadline for claiming lottery prizes?
All claims must be made within 180 days of the draw date.
4. How do I get help for gambling addiction?
You can call the national gambling hotline at 1-800-522-4700 or visit the National Council on Problem Gambling website for support.
Key Features of South Carolina Lottery Results
| Game | Winning Numbers | Claim Process |
|---|---|---|
| Mega Millions | 10, 14, 34, 40, 43; Mega Ball: 05 | Up to $500 at retailers, $501 to $100,000 by mail, over $100,000 in person |
| Powerball | 11, 23, 44, 61, 62; Powerball: 17 | Same as above |
| Pick 3 | Midday: 5, 9, 4; Evening: 1, 9, 6 | Same as above |
| Pick 4 | Midday: 2, 0, 7, 7; Evening: 5, 1, 1, 0 | Same as above |
| Cash Pop | 02, 04, 09, 20, 39 | Same as above |
| Palmetto Cash 5 | Midday: 10; Evening: 01 | Same as above |
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Additional Resources
- Greenville Online: South Carolina Lottery Results
- WLTX: Powerball Players Win $50K Jackpot
- WMBF News: Hot Spot Lottery Wins
- Herald Online: South Carolina Lottery News
- TipRanks: Neopollard Interactive Announcement
- Wikipedia: South Carolina Education Lottery
- Google Search: South Carolina Lottery
- Google Scholar: Lottery Wins South Carolina
- Encyclopedia Britannica: Lottery
- Google News: South Carolina Lottery Results
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