Across the United States, the thrill of lottery draws continues to capture the imaginations of millions, and September 3, 2025, was no exception. From the rolling plains of South Dakota to the bustling streets of Rhode Island, lottery enthusiasts eagerly checked their tickets, hoping to strike it rich. The day brought a flurry of results from multiple state lotteries, each offering a unique selection of games, tantalizing prizes, and, of course, the ever-present dream of a life-changing win.
One of the most widely followed games, Powerball, delivered a set of winning numbers that echoed across several states. According to the South Dakota Lottery, the winning Powerball numbers for September 3 were 03, 16, 29, 61, and 69, with the Powerball number 22 and a Power Play of 2. These exact numbers were mirrored in the results released by the Kansas Lottery, Kentucky Lottery, Rhode Island Lottery, and Louisiana Lottery, underscoring the national reach and synchronized excitement of this multi-state game.
But Powerball wasn’t the only game making headlines. Lucky For Life, another multi-state favorite, revealed its own set of winning numbers: 11, 15, 19, 40, and 48, with the Lucky Ball 03. These results, confirmed by the official lottery sites in South Dakota, Kansas, Kentucky, and Rhode Island, offered players a shot at a unique prize—$1,000 a day for life or a substantial lump sum, depending on the winner’s preference. As the Rhode Island Lottery explained, “Winners of the Lucky for Life top prize of $1,000 a day for life and second prize of $25,000 a year for life can decide to collect the prize for a minimum of 20 years or take a lump sum cash payment.”
While national games grabbed the spotlight, state-specific draws continued to attract loyal participants. In South Dakota, Lotto America produced the numbers 15, 31, 34, 51, and 52, with a Star Ball of 05 and ASB of 03. Dakota Cash, another local favorite, drew 08, 13, 21, 27, and 32. Meanwhile, Kansas residents could check their luck with the Pick 3 (Midday: 6-8-3, Evening: 7-4-1), 2 By 2 (Red Balls: 06-25, White Balls: 18-20), and Super Kansas Cash (02-04-06-14-28, Cash Ball: 20) games. The Kansas Lottery reminded winners, “All Kansas Lottery retailers will redeem prizes up to $599. For prizes over $599, winners can submit winning tickets through the mail or in person at select Kansas Lottery offices.”
Mississippi’s lottery scene was just as lively, with the Mississippi Lottery reporting Match 5 numbers as 06, 10, 11, 12, and 27. The Cash 3 game drew Midday numbers 1-5-0 (FB: 9) and Evening numbers 6-7-3 (FB: 8), while Cash 4 produced Midday numbers 6-1-3-3 (FB: 9) and Evening numbers 1-4-0-8 (FB: 8). For those seeking something a bit different, Cash Pop offered up 03 for Midday and 10 for Evening. The Mississippi Lottery stressed the importance of timely prize claims, noting, “Mississippi Lottery prizes must be claimed within 180 days of the drawing date.”
In Kentucky, players could try their luck with Cash Ball (08-20-23-28, Cash Ball: 02), Pick 3 (Evening: 5-3-1, Midday: 5-0-1), and Pick 4 (Evening: 4-6-3-4, Midday: 8-4-1-0). The Powerball Double Play, a special feature for those seeking a second chance, yielded 07, 32, 39, 50, and 61, with Powerball 04. The Kentucky Lottery made sure to provide clear information for the hopeful: “Explore the latest lottery news & results” was the friendly nudge for players to stay up to date.
Rhode Island’s own draws included the Numbers game (Midday: 3-4-3-1, Evening: 9-8-6-9) and Wild Money (09-23-26-34-38, Extra: 21). According to the Rhode Island Lottery, “Prizes less than $600 can be claimed at any Rhode Island Lottery Retailer. Prizes of $600 and above must be claimed at Lottery Headquarters, 1425 Pontiac Ave., Cranston, Rhode Island 02920.” Notably, jackpot winners in multi-state games like Mega Millions and Powerball are given the flexibility to choose between a cash payout or an annuity, with the latter paid in 30 graduated annual installments—a detail that can have significant long-term financial implications.
Louisiana’s lottery results on September 3 included Pick 3 (9-5-0), Pick 4 (5-8-4-1), Pick 5 (0-0-3-8-1), Easy 5 (04-20-21-28-32), and Lotto (08-23-30-31-37-38). The Louisiana Lottery outlined a straightforward process for claiming prizes: “All Louisiana Lottery retailers will redeem prizes up to $600. For prizes over $600, winners can submit winning tickets through the mail or in person at Louisiana Lottery offices. Prizes of over $5,000 must be claimed at Lottery office.”
Of course, the excitement of playing the lottery is matched by the anticipation of claiming a prize. Each state has its own set of rules designed to ensure security and accuracy. South Dakota, for instance, allows prizes of $100 or less to be claimed at any retailer, while larger prizes require mailing a claim form and the signed ticket, or even an in-person visit to the lottery office for jackpot wins. Kansas and Louisiana set their retailer claim limits at $599 and $600, respectively, with mail-in and in-person options for higher amounts. Mississippi’s threshold is $599 for retailers, with larger prizes requiring a trip to headquarters or a mail-in claim—and for winnings of $100,000 or more, an in-person visit and identity verification are mandatory. Rhode Island, meanwhile, requires any prize of $600 or more to be claimed at headquarters, and offers winners the choice between annuity and cash for the biggest jackpots.
Draw times also vary by state and game. Powerball drawings are held at 9:59 p.m. Central Time in South Dakota, Kansas, and Louisiana, while Rhode Island observes Eastern Time, drawing at 10:59 p.m. Mega Millions, Lucky for Life, Lotto America, and other games each have their own schedules, with some games like Cash 3 and Pick 3 offering both midday and evening draws to keep the action going throughout the day.
For those who may have missed the September 3 draws, each state’s lottery website provides archives of past winning numbers and detailed instructions for claiming prizes. Winners are encouraged to act quickly, as claim periods can range from 180 days in Mississippi to a year in other states. And for those who didn’t win this time? There’s always the next draw—and the enduring hope that their lucky numbers will finally come up.
Lottery fever shows no sign of cooling, and as the September 3 results demonstrate, the dream of a jackpot win continues to unite players from every corner of the country. Whether it’s a multimillion-dollar Powerball prize or a more modest win in a local game, the anticipation, excitement, and possibility of changing one’s fortune remain as strong as ever.