On April 18, 2025, lottery enthusiasts across the United States eagerly awaited the results of various draw games, hoping to strike it rich. From the North Carolina Lottery to the Mississippi Lottery and California Lottery, players checked their tickets against the winning numbers drawn on that day.
In North Carolina, the Mega Millions drawing revealed winning numbers of 05-13-15-17-28, with the Mega Ball being 01. This drawing is part of a series that takes place every Tuesday and Friday at 11 p.m. The Lucky For Life game also drew attention, with winning numbers of 29-34-39-42-46 and the Lucky Ball being 16. Players of the Pick 3 and Pick 4 games had their hopes high as well, with the day’s winning numbers for Pick 3 being 1-2-5 (Fireball: 5) for the midday drawing and 4-8-4 (Fireball: 4) for the evening drawing. The Pick 4 results showed winning numbers of 9-1-7-3 (Fireball: 6) for midday and 3-6-8-3 (Fireball: 7) for the evening. Additionally, the Cash 5 game had winning numbers of 02-20-21-22-41, while the Double Play numbers were 02-03-13-25-27.
North Carolina Lottery retailers are prepared to redeem prizes up to $599. For winnings exceeding that amount, players must submit their winning tickets through the mail or in person at designated lottery offices. The Asheville Regional Office, located at 16-G Regent Park Blvd., Asheville, can cash prizes up to $99,999 and is available for inquiries at 877-625-6886 press #1. Other regional offices in Greensboro, Charlotte, Raleigh, Greenville, and Wilmington offer similar services, with the Raleigh headquarters able to process prizes of any amount.
Meanwhile, in Mississippi, the lottery also attracted attention with its own set of winning numbers. The Mississippi Match 5 game announced winning numbers of 07-12-21-22-30. Cash 3 players were excited to see their midday numbers of 9-4-0 (FB: 8) and evening numbers of 5-0-1 (FB: 4) drawn. The Cash 4 game had midday winning numbers of 2-0-2-7 (FB: 8) and evening numbers of 4-7-5-9 (FB: 4). Additionally, Cash Pop players saw midday and evening winning numbers of 05 and 10, respectively.
Mississippi Lottery players can claim winnings of $599 or less at any authorized retailer. For amounts between $600 and $99,999, players must visit the Mississippi Lottery Headquarters or submit their claims by mail to the Mississippi Lottery Corporation at P.O. Box 321462, Flowood, MS 39232. Larger prizes of $100,000 or more must be claimed in person at the headquarters located at 1080 River Oaks Drive, Bldg. B-100, Flowood, MS 39232. All prizes must be claimed within 180 days of the drawing date.
In California, the lottery results mirrored those of the North Carolina drawing, with the Mega Millions numbers also being 05-13-15-17-28, Mega Ball: 01. The Daily 3 Midday winning numbers were 9-2-4, while the evening numbers were 2-1-7. The Daily Derby game saw 1st place go to 2 Lucky Star, 2nd place to 7 Eureka, and 3rd place to 9 Winning Spirit, with a race time of 1:48.64. The Fantasy 5 game announced winning numbers of 07-21-27-29-36, while Daily 4 players were looking for numbers 5-8-3-0.
Each state’s lottery offers a variety of games, and players are encouraged to check their tickets carefully. The excitement of winning can lead to life-changing opportunities, and for many, the thrill of the game is just as important as the potential payout. With the results of April 18, 2025, now in, players will be eagerly awaiting the next round of drawings, hoping for a stroke of luck that could change their fortunes.
For those who are curious about their winnings, it’s important to know how to claim your lottery prize. In North Carolina, for prizes up to $599, players can visit any authorized retailer. For larger prizes, the process involves submitting a claim form along with a signed ticket and identification, either by mail or in person at one of the regional offices.
In Mississippi, claiming a prize also requires proper identification and adherence to specific procedures. Players can find all necessary forms and detailed instructions on the Mississippi Lottery claim page. The Mississippi Lottery encourages winners to act quickly, as prizes must be claimed within 180 days of the drawing.
California players have similar protocols to follow, with specific guidelines for claiming prizes based on the amount won. The California Lottery emphasizes that winners should retain their tickets and check them against the official results to ensure they don’t miss out on any winnings.
As lottery games continue to captivate players across the nation, the anticipation for the next drawing remains high. Whether it’s the hope of a life-changing jackpot or simply the thrill of participating, the lottery offers a unique experience that keeps players coming back for more. With each drawing, dreams of winning big fuel excitement and hope, reminding everyone that luck can strike at any moment.
