The South Carolina Education Lottery released the winning combinations for multiple drawings held Aug. 12, 2026, giving players across the state a chance to check tickets and learn how to claim prizes. The highest-profile draw, Powerball, produced five white‑ball numbers and a red Powerball, while the statewide Palmetto Cash 5, Pick 3 and Pick 4 games also posted results for midday and evening drawings.
Winning numbers from Aug. 12, 2026
Players should compare their tickets carefully. Below are the official numbers reported for the Aug. 12 drawings:
| Game | Drawing/Time | Numbers |
|---|---|---|
| Powerball | Aug. 12 (evening) | 04-26-66-67-69 | Powerball: 09 | Power Play: 2 |
| Pick 3 Plus | Midday | 0-0-6 | Fireball: 4 |
| Pick 3 Plus | Evening | 5-1-4 | Fireball: 6 |
| Pick 4 Plus | Midday | 9-2-5-1 | Fireball: 4 |
| Pick 4 Plus | Evening | 0-8-8-9 | Fireball: 6 |
| Cash Pop | Midday / Evening | 14 / 14 |
| Palmetto Cash 5 | Aug. 12 (evening) | 16-17-32-39-42 |
Checking tickets and payouts
After confirming numbers, winners should consult the South Carolina Education Lottery for prize-tier payout information. Smaller prizes are paid differently than larger ones, and deadlines apply. The lottery publishes payout schedules and past-drawing records online for players who want to verify prize levels.
- Small prizes (up to $500): Redeemable at any authorized South Carolina Education Lottery retailer by presenting the signed winning ticket.
- Mid-level prizes ($501 to $100,000): Must be mailed to the Lottery Claims Center with a completed claim form and a copy of a government-issued photo ID.
- Major prizes (over $100,000): Require an in-person visit to the Lottery headquarters in Columbia with additional identity documents, and winners may elect electronic funds transfer.
Where and how to file a claim
Prizes up to $500 can be collected immediately at retailers. For amounts that exceed $500 but do not surpass $100,000, the Lottery asks winners to mail their ticket and documentation to the claims postal address. For large awards above $100,000, claimants must report in person to the Columbia claims office.
Address and submission details provided by the lottery include:
- Mail claims (up to $100,000): SC Education Lottery, P.O. Box 11039, Columbia, SC 29211-1039. Include the signed ticket, a completed claim form and a copy of a government photo ID. Use registered mail or another trackable method.
- In-person claims (over $100,000): Columbia Claims Center, 1303 Assembly Street, Columbia, SC 29201. Bring the signed ticket, claim form, government photo ID and Social Security card for identity verification.
Security tips and deadlines
Winners should sign the back of their tickets immediately to establish ownership and store the ticket in a secure place until it can be claimed. The lottery recommends keeping copies of all documents and using traceable delivery methods for mailed claims. Specific deadlines for submitting claims are set by the South Carolina Education Lottery; players should consult official lottery materials to confirm the exact expiration date for their tickets.
If you believe you hold a winning ticket, check the numbers above against your entry, then follow the appropriate claim route. For questions about payouts, documentation, or the claims process, contact the South Carolina Education Lottery directly or visit their website for official guidance.
This bulletin reports results and official claim procedures as provided by the South Carolina Education Lottery for the Aug. 12, 2026 drawings.
