It was a day of anticipation and excitement across the United States as lottery players from South Dakota to Rhode Island checked their tickets for the latest draw results on October 12, 2025. With multiple states hosting a variety of games, from Pick 3 and Cash 4 to Lucky For Life and Cash4Life, the air was thick with hope—and, for a lucky few, the thrill of victory.
According to the South Dakota Lottery, the Lucky For Life numbers drawn on October 12 were 05-11-15-22-45, with the Lucky Ball being 14. This result wasn’t just limited to South Dakota; the same winning combination was reported by lotteries in Kansas, Kentucky, and Rhode Island, reflecting the multi-state nature of the Lucky For Life game. In Lucky For Life, winners can claim prizes ranging from smaller cash amounts to the top prize of $1,000 a day for life. As the Rhode Island Lottery notes, top prize winners even have the option to collect their winnings for at least 20 years or take a lump sum payment, making the stakes especially high for those holding the right ticket.
For those who play more local games, there was no shortage of action. In Kansas, the Kansas Lottery announced that the Pick 3 midday numbers were 4-9-2, while the evening drew a rare triple: 9-9-9. Meanwhile, the 2 By 2 game produced Red Balls 01-04 and White Balls 05-19. Kansas players eager to cash in on their good fortune could claim prizes up to $599 at any lottery retailer, but for bigger wins, they’d have to mail in their ticket or visit the headquarters in Topeka.
Mississippi residents also had their eyes on several games, with the Mississippi Lottery reporting that the Match 5 numbers were 11-13-16-24-32. For Cash 3, the midday numbers were 4-5-7 with a Fireball of 1, and the evening numbers were 2-4-9 with a Fireball of 9. Cash 4 saw midday numbers of 3-4-1-6 (Fireball 1) and evening numbers of 6-0-1-2 (Fireball 9). The state’s Cash Pop game, offering a quick shot at winning, drew 09 at midday and 10 in the evening. Prizes of $599 or less could be redeemed at any authorized retailer, while larger prizes required a trip to the headquarters in Flowood—or, for the biggest wins, an in-person visit with government-issued ID and Social Security card in hand.
In Kentucky, the Kentucky Lottery had a full slate of results to report. The Cash Ball numbers were 13-15-25-28 with a Cash Ball of 03. For Pick 3, the evening numbers were 7-7-9 and the midday numbers were 6-1-6. Pick 4 players saw 0-3-0-2 in the evening and 4-6-1-6 at midday. And, just like in South Dakota, Kansas, and Rhode Island, the Lucky For Life numbers matched the multi-state draw: 05-11-15-22-45, Lucky Ball: 14.
Missouri players had plenty to check as well, with the Missouri Lottery reporting Pick 3 midday numbers of 9-0-2 (Wild 9) and evening numbers of 9-5-9 (Wild 5). Pick 4 midday was 1-7-5-4 (Wild 2), with evening numbers 8-9-0-3 (Wild 4). The Cash4Life game produced 12-15-20-30-59 with a Cash Ball of 03, and Cash Pop offered up Early Bird 14, Morning 08, Matinee 10, Prime Time 02, and Night Owl 11. Show Me Cash, another staple, drew 05-07-23-24-37. Missouri retailers could redeem prizes up to $600, while larger amounts required mail-in or in-person claims, often by appointment.
Virginia’s lottery scene was just as busy. The Virginia Lottery listed Pick 3 night numbers as 9-0-1 (Fireball 6) and day numbers as 2-4-6 (Fireball 6). Pick 4 saw night numbers 3-1-0-1 (Fireball 8) and day numbers 5-1-0-3 (Fireball 8). For Pick 5, night numbers were 8-3-5-8-4 (Fireball 0) and day numbers 3-4-8-4-9 (Fireball 1). Cash4Life, mirroring Missouri’s results, drew 12-15-20-30-59 with Cash Ball 03. Cash Pop’s results were Coffee Break 09, After Hours 09, Prime Time 05, Rush Hour 03, and Lunch Break 07. Cash 5, another favorite, produced 07-15-22-26-28. Virginia’s Pick 3 and Pick 4 draws happen daily at 1:59 p.m. and 11 p.m., while Cash4Life is drawn at 9 p.m. every day.
Rhode Island, home to some of the most passionate lottery players in New England, saw its Numbers midday draw produce 2-4-4-9 and the evening draw 1-6-5-8. The Wild Money numbers were 03-05-10-15-29, with an Extra number of 08. According to the Rhode Island Lottery, prizes less than $600 could be claimed at any retailer, but anything above that threshold required a visit to Lottery Headquarters in Cranston. For those lucky enough to win the top Lucky For Life prize, the state offers a choice: collect $1,000 a day for life, or opt for a lump sum. Second prize winners receive $25,000 a year for life, also with flexible payout options.
For those wondering when to tune in for their favorite draws, each state has its own schedule. South Dakota, Kansas, and Missouri all hold Powerball draws at 9:59 p.m. Central Time on Mondays, Wednesdays, and Saturdays, while Mega Millions is drawn at 10 p.m. on Tuesdays and Fridays. Pick 3, Pick 4, and other daily games typically run in the early afternoon and late evening, depending on the state. Multi-state games like Lucky For Life and Cash4Life are drawn nightly, giving players daily chances to win life-changing prizes.
Claiming a prize varies by state, but the basics are similar. Smaller prizes can usually be redeemed at retail locations, while larger amounts require more paperwork and, in some cases, a personal appearance at lottery headquarters. For example, in Mississippi, prizes above $100,000 must be claimed in person, and in Missouri, claims over $600 need to be processed by mail or at a regional office with proper identification. Rhode Island and Kansas also require in-person visits for higher-tier wins, emphasizing security and verification for the biggest payouts.
For all the excitement and dreams of instant wealth, the lottery remains a game of chance. Yet, as these results show, every day brings new winners—and new stories of hope. Whether it’s a triple nine in Kansas’ Pick 3, a perfect match in South Dakota’s Lucky For Life, or a life-changing sum in Rhode Island, the draw of the lottery continues to captivate Americans from coast to coast.