For lottery enthusiasts across the Midwest and South, December 1, 2025, brought a fresh round of anticipation as the latest winning numbers were revealed in South Dakota, Kansas, and Mississippi. Each state’s lottery offered a variety of draw games, with hopeful players checking tickets and dreaming of life-changing fortunes. Whether it was Powerball, Lucky For Life, or state-specific favorites like Mississippi Match 5, the excitement was palpable as the results rolled in.
USA Today reports that the South Dakota Lottery’s Powerball drawing on December 1 featured the winning numbers 05-18-26-47-59, with the Powerball number 01 and a Power Play multiplier of 3. These same numbers echoed across state lines, as the Kansas Lottery also announced identical Powerball results. For those playing Lucky For Life, the winning numbers were 10-16-18-30-43, with the Lucky Ball 18, providing another shot at a daily prize that, for some, could mean a lifetime of financial security.
In South Dakota, the Lotto America numbers drawn were 05-27-37-43-47, Star Ball 05, and All Star Bonus (ASB) 02. Meanwhile, Kansas mirrored these Lotto America results, adding to the sense of regional suspense. Kansas also held drawings for Pick 3, where the midday winning numbers were 7-2-0 and the evening numbers were 0-2-9. For the 2 By 2 game, the Red Balls drawn were 01 and 12, while the White Balls were 10 and 22. Super Kansas Cash, another local favorite, saw the numbers 02-04-10-16-25 with a Cash Ball of 01.
Mississippi’s lottery scene was just as lively. The Mississippi Match 5 winning numbers for December 1 were 02-09-11-12-20, according to Clarion Ledger. The state’s Cash 3 game produced a midday result of 4-6-6 with a Fireball (FB) of 6, and an evening result of 8-9-5 with FB 0. Cash 4 players saw midday numbers 0-7-0-3 with FB 6, and evening numbers 4-3-7-4 with FB 0. Not to be left out, the Cash Pop game delivered 13 for the midday draw and 15 for the evening.
For those lucky enough to hold a winning ticket, the process of claiming prizes varies by state and by the amount won. In South Dakota, prizes of $100 or less can be claimed at any lottery retailer, making it easy for casual players to cash in their tickets. For prizes of $101 or more, winners must submit a claim to the Lottery, either by mail or in person at the Lottery office in Pierre. Notably, any jackpot-winning tickets for Dakota Cash or Lotto America, as well as top prize-winning tickets for Lucky For Life or second prizes for Powerball and Mega Millions, must be presented in person at a Lottery office. The rules are clear: a jackpot-winning Powerball or Mega Millions ticket must be brought directly to the Pierre office.
Kansas has its own system. As reported by The Wichita Eagle, prizes up to $599 can be redeemed at any authorized Kansas Lottery retailer. For larger prizes—anything over $599—winners have the option to claim by mail or in person at the Kansas Lottery headquarters in Topeka. The process is straightforward: sign the back of the ticket, complete a claim form, and submit both with the ticket. The Topeka office, open Monday through Friday from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m., can cash prizes of any amount, making it the go-to destination for big winners.
In Mississippi, the threshold for claiming at a retailer is $599 or less. For prizes between $600 and $99,999, winners can claim at the Mississippi Lottery Headquarters in Flowood or by mail, provided they submit a completed winner claim form, proper identification, and the original ticket. For the truly life-altering prizes—$100,000 or more—winners must appear in person at the headquarters, with government-issued photo ID and a Social Security card required for verification. Mississippi also offers the option of setting up an electronic funds transfer for large prizes, a nod to modern convenience. Importantly, all Mississippi Lottery prizes must be claimed within 180 days of the drawing date.
Each state’s lottery operates on a regular schedule, with multiple opportunities each week for players to try their luck. Powerball drawings are held at 9:59 p.m. Central Time on Monday, Wednesday, and Saturday in both South Dakota and Kansas, ensuring a synchronized moment of suspense across the region. Mega Millions draws take place at 10 p.m. Central on Tuesday and Friday. Lucky For Life is a daily fixture at 9:38 p.m. Central, while Lotto America is drawn at 9:15 p.m. Central on Monday, Wednesday, and Saturday. Dakota Cash, unique to South Dakota, is drawn at 9 p.m. Central on Wednesday and Saturday.
Kansas adds a few more games to the mix. Pick 3 drawings occur twice daily, at 1:10 p.m. and 9:10 p.m. Central. The 2 By 2 game is drawn daily at 9:30 p.m. Central, and Super Kansas Cash is drawn at 9:10 p.m. Central on Monday, Wednesday, and Saturday. Mississippi’s lottery lineup features Cash 3 and Cash 4, both drawn daily at 2:30 p.m. (midday) and 9:30 p.m. (evening), as well as Match 5 and Cash Pop, each with their own daily schedules.
For those who want to double-check their luck, all three states provide easy access to past results and claim forms online. The results pages, as noted in each state’s official lottery communications, are generated using information from TinBu and templates reviewed by local editors. Feedback is welcomed, and each lottery encourages players to contact them with questions or concerns about the process.
It’s worth noting that while the odds of hitting a major jackpot remain long, the thrill of participating and the chance—no matter how slim—of a big win keep millions coming back for more. Each drawing is a fresh start, a new possibility, and for a handful of lucky players, December 1, 2025, may well be a date to remember.
As the numbers are checked and tickets are claimed, the region’s lottery excitement rolls on, promising more winners, more stories, and more dreams waiting to be realized.