The South Dakota Lottery, North Carolina Lottery, and Ohio Lottery all held their respective drawings on April 17, 2025, with players eagerly awaiting the results. The winning numbers for the popular Lucky For Life game were the same across all three states, creating a buzz among hopeful participants.
In South Dakota, the winning numbers for the Lucky For Life drawing were 04-18-22-26-44, with the Lucky Ball being 15. For those curious about claiming prizes, the South Dakota Lottery has made the process straightforward. Prizes of $100 or less can be claimed at any South Dakota Lottery retailer, while prizes of $101 or more must be claimed by mail. Winners need to send a signed winning ticket and a claim form to the Lottery at 711 E. Wells Avenue, Pierre, SD 57501. Notably, any jackpot-winning ticket for Dakota Cash or Lotto America, 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. A jackpot-winning Powerball or Mega Millions ticket must also be presented in person at the Lottery office in Pierre.
As for the drawing schedule, the South Dakota Lottery holds Powerball drawings at 9:59 p.m. CT on Monday, Wednesday, and Saturday, while Mega Millions drawings occur at 10 p.m. CT on Tuesday and Friday. Lucky for Life drawings are held daily at 9:38 p.m. CT, with Lotto America at 9:15 p.m. CT on Monday, Wednesday, and Saturday, and Dakota Cash at 9 p.m. CT on Wednesday and Saturday.
Meanwhile, the North Carolina Lottery reported the same winning Lucky For Life numbers: 04-18-22-26-44, Lucky Ball: 15. In addition to Lucky For Life, North Carolina also announced results for its Pick 3 and Pick 4 games. The winning Pick 3 Day numbers were 8-2-7, with a Fireball of 1. The Evening Pick 3 numbers were 9-4-8, with a Fireball of 5. For Pick 4, the Day numbers were 0-9-2-6, Fireball: 6, and the Evening numbers were 5-4-0-4, Fireball: 2. The Cash 5 winning numbers were 01-11-26-28-30, and the Double Play numbers were 04-16-28-29-39.
In North Carolina, all Lottery retailers will redeem prizes up to $599. For prizes over that amount, winners can submit their winning tickets through the mail or in person at various North Carolina Lottery Offices. To claim by mail, winners must send a prize claim form, their signed lottery ticket, and copies of a government-issued photo ID and social security card to the North Carolina Education Lottery, P.O. Box 41606, Raleigh, NC 27629. However, prize claims less than $600 do not require copies of photo ID or a social security card.
For those looking to claim prizes in person, North Carolina has several regional offices available. The Asheville Regional Office & Claim Center can cash prizes up to $99,999 and is located at 16-G Regent Park Blvd., Asheville, NC 28806. It operates from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. Monday through Friday. The Greensboro Regional Office & Claim Center is at 20A Oak Branch Drive, Greensboro, NC 27407, with the same hours and cashing limits. The Charlotte Regional Office & Claim Center is located at 5029-A West W. T. Harris Blvd., Charlotte, NC 28269-1861, and the NC Lottery Headquarters in Raleigh can cash prizes of any amount.
Ohio Lottery players also had their share of winning numbers on April 17, 2025. The Lucky For Life winning numbers were identical to those in South Dakota and North Carolina: 04-18-22-26-44, with the Lucky Ball being 15. The Ohio Lottery also held drawings for its Pick 3, Pick 4, and Pick 5 games. The Pick 3 Midday winning numbers were 9-9-4, while the Evening numbers were 7-7-0. For Pick 4, the Midday numbers were 7-2-5-4, and the Evening numbers were 7-3-4-9. The Pick 5 Midday winning numbers were 8-0-5-4-2, and the Evening numbers were 0-8-7-7-2. Additionally, the Rolling Cash 5 winning numbers were 04-17-20-28-34.
The Ohio Lottery holds daily drawings for the Pick 3, Pick 4, and Pick 5 games at 12:29 p.m. and 7:29 p.m., except for Saturday evening. Rolling Cash 5 drawings are held daily at approximately 7:05 p.m., and Lucky For Life drawings occur daily at approximately 10:35 p.m.
With the same Lucky For Life numbers being drawn across multiple states, players are left wondering if this coincidence could lead to a surge in claims. As lottery enthusiasts continue to dream about striking it rich, the excitement surrounding these games remains palpable. Whether it's a small win or a life-changing jackpot, the allure of the lottery continues to captivate millions.
As players eagerly await future drawings, it's essential to remember the rules for claiming prizes and the various options available for participation. The thrill of the lottery is not just in the winning but also in the anticipation of what could be. Players are encouraged to stay informed about the latest results and to play responsibly.
