Across the United States, lottery players eagerly awaited the August 1, 2025, drawings, hoping their lucky numbers would turn dreams into reality. From South Dakota to Louisiana, state lotteries announced their winning numbers for a variety of popular games, including the Mega Millions, Pick 3, Lucky For Life, and many others, each offering hopeful participants a chance at life-changing prizes.
Starting in the Midwest, both South Dakota and Kansas revealed identical winning Mega Millions numbers: 18, 27, 29, 33, and 70, with the Mega Ball being 22. South Dakota also shared its Lucky For Life results, with the winning numbers 08, 20, 22, 24, 36, and Lucky Ball 15. Similarly, Kansas reported the same Lucky For Life numbers alongside additional results for Pick 3 and 2 By 2 games. Kansas’s Pick 3 midday numbers were 0-8-3, while the evening numbers were 5-4-2. The 2 By 2 game featured red balls 20 and 26, and white balls 02 and 13.
Players in these states have clear guidance on claiming their prizes. South Dakota lottery winners can claim prizes of $100 or less at any retailer. For prizes exceeding $100, claims must be submitted by mail or in person, with jackpot-winning tickets for games like Powerball or Mega Millions requiring in-person presentation at the Pierre office. Kansas follows a similar structure, allowing retailers to redeem prizes up to $599. For larger winnings, claims can be mailed or presented at the Kansas Lottery headquarters in Topeka, which operates Monday through Friday, 8 a.m. to 5 p.m.
Moving southward, the Mississippi Lottery announced its Match 5 winning numbers as 01, 05, 09, 16, and 20. The Cash 3 midday numbers were 1-0-2 with a Fireball of 0, and evening numbers were 7-1-3 with a Fireball of 0. Additionally, the Cash 4 midday numbers were 2-9-3-7 and evening numbers 6-3-9-1, both with Fireball 0. Cash Pop winners were 10 (midday) and 07 (evening). Mississippi players can claim prizes of $599 or less at authorized retailers. Claims between $600 and $99,999 require submission either by mail or at the Mississippi Lottery Headquarters in Flowood, while prizes of $100,000 or more must be claimed in person with proper identification including a government-issued photo ID and Social Security card. Notably, all prizes must be claimed within 180 days of the drawing date.
Out west, the Washington Lottery shared a broad array of winning numbers. The Mega Millions numbers matched those of South Dakota and Kansas, with 18, 27, 29, 33, 70, and Mega Ball 22. Washington’s Cash Pop winning number was 13. Pick 3 was 5-8-0, Match 4 was 02-16-17-22, and Hit 5 numbers were 07-14-18-22-38. The Keno game featured a lengthy list of winning numbers including 04, 08, 09, 10, 18, 22, 25, 26, 30, 32, 33, 41, 43, 45, 50, 54, 56, 66, 70, and 79. Washington Lottery retailers can redeem prizes up to $600, with larger prizes claimable by mail or in person at regional offices. In-person claims require a winning ticket, photo ID, Social Security card, and optionally a voided check.
Meanwhile, the New Mexico Lottery revealed its Mega Millions numbers consistent with other states, and also announced Pick 3 day and evening numbers: 1-1-7 and 1-7-5 respectively. Pick 4 numbers were 9-0-2-0 for the day and 7-9-8-0 for the evening. Roadrunner Cash winning numbers were 20, 27, 28, 30, and 33. New Mexico players can explore the latest lottery news and results through their official channels.
Virginia’s Lottery results were equally comprehensive. Mega Millions numbers matched the national pattern with 18, 27, 29, 33, 70, and Mega Ball 22, with drawings held every Tuesday and Friday at 11 p.m. The Pick 3 night numbers were 1-6-6 (Fireball 4), and day numbers 0-1-7 (Fireball 2). Pick 4 night numbers were 7-7-1-4 (Fireball 1), and day numbers 5-3-6-4 (Fireball 9). Pick 5 night numbers were 4-8-4-1-3 (Fireball 8), and day numbers 8-1-1-9-8 (Fireball 1). Cash4Life numbers stood at 10, 14, 23, 27, 53, with Cash Ball 02. Cash Pop drawings occurred five times daily, with winning numbers including 10, 03, and 12 at various times. Cash 5 winning numbers were 08, 15, 17, 34, and 39. Virginia offers multiple daily drawing times for its games, providing players flexibility to engage throughout the day.
Finally, Louisiana’s Lottery results for August 1 featured the same Mega Millions numbers as the other states, alongside Pick 3 numbers 7-1-7, Pick 4 numbers 7-9-2-8, and Pick 5 numbers 3-6-3-3-6. Louisiana players can redeem prizes up to $600 at any lottery retailer. For prizes over $600, claims can be submitted by mail or in person at the Louisiana Lottery headquarters in Baton Rouge. Prizes exceeding $5,000 require in-person claims. The lottery office operates Monday through Friday from 8 a.m. to 4:30 p.m., offering convenience for winners.
The consistent Mega Millions numbers across these states underscore the national reach of this popular game. Drawings for Mega Millions occur twice weekly, on Tuesdays and Fridays, with times varying slightly by time zone. Other games like Powerball, Pick 3, Pick 4, and various state-specific games offer daily or multiple weekly drawings, ensuring frequent opportunities for players to participate.
For those who find themselves holding a winning ticket, each state provides clear instructions on claiming prizes, often differentiating between smaller prizes redeemable at retailers and larger prizes requiring mail-in or in-person claims with proper identification. This system ensures both accessibility and security for lottery winners.
Whether you’re in the heartland or along the coasts, the August 1, 2025, lottery results bring excitement and anticipation. The blend of familiar numbers and diverse game options reflects the dynamic nature of state lotteries, offering countless Americans the thrill of possibility. So, are you feeling lucky today?
