The North Carolina Lottery and South Dakota Lottery have both announced their winning numbers for April 18, 2025, giving hopeful players a glimpse into potential riches. Both lotteries featured the same winning Mega Millions numbers and Lucky For Life numbers, creating a buzz among players eager to see if they struck it rich.
In North Carolina, the winning Mega Millions numbers drawn on April 18 were 05-13-15-17-28, with a Mega Ball of 01. The Lucky For Life numbers were 29-34-39-42-46, and the Lucky Ball was 16. These draws are part of the lottery's regular schedule, which attracts many participants hoping for a life-changing win.
The North Carolina Lottery also held drawings for its Pick 3 and Pick 4 games on the same day. The winning Pick 3 numbers for the day draw were 1-2-5, with a Fireball of 5, while the evening draw yielded winning numbers of 4-8-4, with a Fireball of 4. For Pick 4, the day draw winning numbers were 9-1-7-3, with a Fireball of 6, and the evening numbers were 3-6-8-3, with a Fireball of 7. Additionally, the winning Cash 5 numbers were 02-20-21-22-41, and the Double Play numbers were 02-03-13-25-27.
Players in North Carolina who believe they have winning tickets can claim their prizes at any authorized lottery retailer for amounts up to $599. For prizes exceeding that amount, winners have the option to submit their tickets either by mail or in person at designated North Carolina Lottery offices. Prize claims under $600 do not require copies of a photo ID or social security card, making it easier for smaller winners to collect their earnings.
For those opting to claim prizes over $599 in person, they can visit several regional offices across the state. The Asheville Regional Office, located at 16-G Regent Park Blvd., can cash prizes up to $99,999. Its operating hours are from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m., Monday through Friday. The Greensboro Regional Office, located at 20A Oak Branch Drive, offers the same cashing limit and hours. The Charlotte Regional Office, situated at 5029-A West W. T. Harris Blvd., also has the same cashing limit and hours.
The NC Lottery Headquarters in Raleigh can cash prizes of any amount and is located at 2728 Capital Blvd., Suite 144, with similar hours. Other regional offices in Greenville and Wilmington also provide services for cashing prizes up to $99,999, ensuring that winners have convenient locations to claim their rewards.
Meanwhile, in South Dakota, the lottery results mirrored those of North Carolina on April 18. The winning Mega Millions numbers were the same: 05-13-15-17-28, with a Mega Ball of 01. The Lucky For Life numbers also matched: 29-34-39-42-46, and the Lucky Ball was 16. This coincidence has sparked conversations among players in both states, with many wondering if the stars are aligned for their good fortune.
In South Dakota, players can claim prizes of $100 or less at any authorized lottery retailer. For prizes of $101 or more, winners must send a claim form and a signed winning ticket to the South Dakota Lottery at 711 E. Wells Avenue, Pierre, SD 57501. Jackpot-winning tickets for Dakota Cash or Lotto America, as well as top prize-winning tickets for Lucky for Life and second prizes for Powerball and Mega Millions, must be presented in person at a Lottery office. Notably, a jackpot-winning Powerball or Mega Millions ticket must be claimed in person at the Lottery office in Pierre.
The South Dakota Lottery also has a regular schedule for its drawings. Powerball drawings occur at 9:59 p.m. CT on Monday, Wednesday, and Saturday, while Mega Millions drawings take place at 10 p.m. CT on Tuesday and Friday. Lucky for Life drawings are held daily at 9:38 p.m. CT, along 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.
As excitement continues to build around the results, players in both North Carolina and South Dakota are reminded to check their tickets carefully. With the potential for life-changing sums of money at stake, the thrill of the lottery remains a significant part of the culture in both states.
Whether it's the hope of winning a Mega Millions jackpot or a smaller prize from the Pick 3 or Lucky For Life games, lottery players are always eager to participate. The North Carolina and South Dakota lotteries provide ample opportunities for players to test their luck and dream of what they would do with a big win.
To keep up with the latest lottery news and results, players are encouraged to visit the official lottery websites for North Carolina and South Dakota. These platforms offer not only the winning numbers but also information on how to claim prizes and details about upcoming drawings.
As the next drawing approaches, players are left to wonder: will the next set of numbers bring them the fortune they seek? Only time will tell, but for now, the anticipation and excitement continue to grow.
