The excitement surrounding lottery results often brings a thrill to millions as they await the latest numbers. On March 24, 2025, players in South Dakota, North Carolina, and California checked their tickets to see if they were lucky winners in various draw games.
In South Dakota, the winning Powerball numbers drawn on March 24th were 06-23-35-36-47, with the Powerball being 12 and a Power Play multiplier of 2. The winning numbers for the Lucky For Life game were 14-20-30-31-39, with a Lucky Ball of 01. Additionally, Lotto America saw winning numbers of 14-34-35-40-44, with a Star Ball of 04 and an ASB of 03. This is a day that many South Dakotans will remember, hoping that their ticket holds a prize.
For any players who think they might have won a prize in South Dakota, the claiming process is straightforward. Prizes of $100 or less can be claimed at any South Dakota Lottery retailer. However, for prizes of $101 or more, winners must send their signed winning ticket along with a claim form to the state lottery office at 711 E. Wells Avenue, Pierre, SD 57501. It’s also important to note that any jackpot-winning tickets for Dakota Cash or Lotto America, top prize-winning tickets for Lucky for Life, or second prize tickets for Powerball and Mega Millions must be claimed in person at a lottery office. They need to show up at the lottery office in Pierre for any jackpot-winning Powerball or Mega Millions tickets.
Meanwhile, across state borders in North Carolina, residents were also eagerly checking their results. The Powerball numbers matched those from South Dakota, with results on March 24 also being 06-23-35-36-47, Powerball: 12, and a Power Play of 2. The Lucky For Life game in North Carolina also produced the same winning numbers: 14-20-30-31-39 with a Lucky Ball of 01. Similarly, the state had vibrant lottery activity with numbers from their Pick 3, Pick 4, and Cash 5 games, showcasing a broad array of opportunities for players.
North Carolina’s Pick 3 saw winning Day numbers of 5-7-8, Fireball 6, and Evening numbers of 5-4-1, Fireball 7. The winning Pick 4 numbers were 7-5-0-2 during the Day and 2-7-3-3 in the Evening, with Fireball numbers 4 and 3 respectively. Cash 5 players were delighted to find their winning numbers were 08-14-30-38-43, and the Double Play numbers were 10-26-32-38-40.
For players in North Carolina looking to claim their winnings, all retailers can redeem prizes up to $599. For any prizes over that amount, winners will need to mail their winning tickets along with a prize claim form to the North Carolina Education Lottery at P.O. Box 41606, Raleigh, NC 27629. Alternatively, they can visit any of the lottery offices in the state. Locations include the Asheville Regional Office, Greensboro Regional Office, Charlotte Regional Office, NC Lottery Headquarters in Raleigh, Greenville Regional Office, and Wilmington Regional Office, all of which operate from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m., Monday through Friday.
Heading to the West Coast, California Lottery players also participated eagerly for the same date, with their Powerball winning numbers reflecting those from the previous states: 06-23-35-36-47, Powerball: 12, Power Play: 2. California's Daily 3 Midday saw winning numbers of 3-2-6 and Evening numbers of 4-7-3. The Daily Derby game brought excitement as well, with 1st place going to 8 Gorgeous George, 2nd place to 11 Money Bags, and 3rd place to 12 Lucky Charms, achieving a race time of 1:41.83. The Fantasy 5 game had the winning numbers of 01-03-12-14-18, while Daily 4 saw numbers of 1-4-3-3.
Participants in California can enjoy the same level of excitement when claiming their prizes. The state continues to have a robust framework for prize redemption similar to other states, ensuring players know exactly where and how to get their winnings. Many are reminded that playing responsibly is essential, and if you are a winner, ensure to verify your ticket as soon as possible.
The drawing times across these states remain consistent for eager players. Powerball drawings take place at 9:59 p.m. CT on Mondays, Wednesdays, and Saturdays; for Mega Millions, it’s at 10 p.m. CT on Tuesdays and Fridays. Lucky for Life numbers are drawn daily at 9:38 p.m. CT, with Lotto America and Dakota Cash events occurring at scheduled times as well.
As we look to the future and the excitement of lottery games, don’t forget to check your tickets thoroughly. With billion-dollar jackpots seen regularly, the chance to turn a small investment into a life-changing win keeps the thrill alive. Check your numbers, and if they match, congratulations—this could be a significant moment for you!
