South-Carolina
New Leadership for South Carolina National Guard as Maj. Gen. Robin B. Stilwell Assumes Command
WEST COLUMBIA, S.C. – A new era has begun for the South Carolina Military Department as U.S. Army Maj. Gen. Robin B. Stilwell officially assumed command from U.S. Army Maj. Gen. R. Van McCarty during a change of command ceremony held on May 31, 2025. The transition took place at the Lexington District 2 Performing Arts Center in West Columbia, witnessed by a large gathering of friends, family, Soldiers, Airmen, State Guard members, and state and federal government officials. The 246th Army Band of the South Carolina National Guard provided musical accompaniment for the dignified event.
Governor Henry McMaster presided over the traditional passing of the colors, a symbolic gesture signifying the transfer of authority. Governor McMaster received the colors from Maj. Gen. McCarty, marking his relinquishment of command, and then presented them to Maj. Gen. Stilwell, formally recognizing him as the 30th Adjutant General of South Carolina.
Governor McMaster lauded the incoming leader, stating, “Major General Stilwell’s years of experience and proven leadership within the South Carolina National Guard have prepared him to take on this critical role. I know that he will serve our state with honor and distinction, ensuring the National Guard remains ready to protect South Carolinians and support our communities in times of need.”
Lieutenant Governor Pamela S. Evette echoed these sentiments, highlighting Maj. Gen. Stilwell’s qualifications: “Major General Stilwell brings decades of proven leadership, operational experience, and a deep understanding of the South Carolina National Guard to this new role. His commitment to readiness, resilience, and service make him the right leader to carry on Major General McCarty’s legacy and guide the National Guard into the future.”
Maj. Gen. Stilwell, a native of Greenville, South Carolina, began his military journey by enrolling in the Reserve Officer Training Corps (ROTC) at The Citadel in 1985, commissioning as an Infantry officer upon graduation. His extensive career within the South Carolina National Guard includes serving as director of joint staff and deputy commanding general-reserve affairs at the U.S. Army War College. He has deployed to Afghanistan, Kosovo, and Kuwait, earning numerous awards and decorations for his dedicated service.
Beyond his military achievements, Maj. Gen. Stilwell is a Circuit Court Judge for the State of South Carolina, bringing a unique blend of legal and military expertise to his new role. He holds a Bachelor of Arts in English from The Citadel, a Juris Doctor from the University of South Carolina, and a Master of Arts in Strategic Studies from the U.S. Army War College, where he was a Distinguished Graduate. He is also a Level III, joint qualified officer and a Liberty Fellow of the Aspen Global Leadership Network, actively serving on various community boards. Maj. Gen. Stilwell is married to Charlotte Whelan Stilwell and they have three children: Eli, Dee, and Joseph. In his remarks, Maj. Gen. Stilwell praised the efforts of his predecessor and committed to continuing to build upon the success and effectiveness of the South Carolina National Guard.
The outgoing Adjutant General, Maj. Gen. R. Van McCarty, a native of South Carolina, leaves a remarkable legacy after more than 42 years of service. A 1982 graduate of The Citadel with a United States Army Reserve commission in the Field Artillery, he commanded units at every echelon from Battery to Brigade. His previous command assignments include Battery Commander, Alpha Battery, 4th Battalion, 178th Field Artillery; Battalion Commander, 1st Battalion, 178th Field Artillery (Operation Iraqi Freedom); Regional Police Advisory Commander (Operation Enduring Freedom), 218th Enhanced Separate Brigade; Commander 59th Troop Command, Assistant Adjutant Army, and Deputy Adjutant General. Maj. Gen. McCarty plans to enjoy a well-deserved retirement with his wife Susan, daughter Madelynn, four sons, and six granddaughters.
As the 30th Adjutant General of South Carolina, Maj. Gen. Stilwell will serve as the top military advisor to the Governor, leading both the SC Army and Air National Guard, the SC Emergency Management Division, and playing a critical role in planning disaster preparedness and response efforts with agencies like FEMA. The South Carolina National Guard looks forward to a new chapter of leadership under Maj. Gen. Robin B. Stilwell.
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COLUMBIA, S.C. (WACH) — Four South Carolinians hit big in Monday night’s Powerball Drawing, according to the South Carolina Education Lottery.
Two winners are from the Midlands, one from the Rock Hill, and another is from the Low Country.
A Powerball ticket worth $100,000 was bought at the Xpress Mart on Kendall Rd. in Newberry. Tickets worth $50,000 were sold at the Circle K Store on Celanese Rd. in Rock Hill and the Food Lion on Hwy. 321 in Gaston.
A ticket with DoublePlay worth $50,000 was sold at the Harris Teeter Fuel Kiosk on Folly Rd. in Charleston.
Monday’s winning numbers include:
- Powerball Draw: 3 – 18 – 36 – 41 – 54 PB 7 PowerPlay: 2
DoublePlay Draw: 14 – 32 – 47 – 48 – 69 PB 17
A lucky player can wake up on Christmas morning a billionaire.
No ticket matched Monday’s drawing, and the estimated jackpot for Christmas Eve’s drawing is expected to be about $1.7 billion.
The jackpot has an estimated cash value of $781.3 million.
Wednesday’s jackpot ranks as the fourth-largest in Powerball history.
The Powerball jackpot has been won once on Christmas Eve in 2011, and four times on Christmas Day in 1996, 2002, 2010, and 2013.
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Powerball, Mega Millions jackpots: What to know in case you win
Here’s what to know in case you win the Powerball or Mega Millions jackpot.
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The South Carolina Education Lottery offers several draw games for those aiming to win big. Here’s a look at Dec. 22, 2025, results for each game:
Winning Powerball numbers from Dec. 22 drawing
03-18-36-41-54, Powerball: 07, Power Play: 2
Check Powerball payouts and previous drawings here.
Winning Pick 3 Plus FIREBALL numbers from Dec. 22 drawing
Midday: 7-1-1, FB: 2
Evening: 5-4-2, FB: 3
Check Pick 3 Plus FIREBALL payouts and previous drawings here.
Winning Pick 4 Plus FIREBALL numbers from Dec. 22 drawing
Midday: 2-4-1-3, FB: 2
Evening: 0-2-8-2, FB: 3
Check Pick 4 Plus FIREBALL payouts and previous drawings here.
Winning Cash Pop numbers from Dec. 22 drawing
Midday: 11
Evening: 14
Check Cash Pop payouts and previous drawings here.
Winning Palmetto Cash 5 numbers from Dec. 22 drawing
02-17-24-25-28
Check Palmetto Cash 5 payouts and previous drawings here.
Winning Powerball Double Play numbers from Dec. 22 drawing
14-32-47-48-69, Powerball: 17
Check Powerball Double Play payouts and previous drawings here.
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Are you a winner? Here’s how to claim your lottery prize
The South Carolina Education Lottery provides multiple ways to claim prizes, depending on the amount won:
For prizes up to $500, you can redeem your winnings directly at any authorized South Carolina Education Lottery retailer. Simply present your signed winning ticket at the retailer for an immediate payout.
Winnings $501 to $100,000, may be redeemed by mailing your signed winning ticket along with a completed claim form and a copy of a government-issued photo ID to the South Carolina Education Lottery Claims Center. For security, keep copies of your documents and use registered mail to ensure the safe arrival of your ticket.
SC Education Lottery
P.O. Box 11039
Columbia, SC 29211-1039
For large winnings above $100,000, claims must be made in person at the South Carolina Education Lottery Headquarters in Columbia. To claim, bring your signed winning ticket, a completed claim form, a government-issued photo ID, and your Social Security card for identity verification. Winners of large prizes may also set up an Electronic Funds Transfer (EFT) for convenient direct deposit of winnings.
Columbia Claims Center
1303 Assembly Street
Columbia, SC 29201
Claim Deadline: All prizes must be claimed within 180 days of the draw date for draw games.
For more details and to access the claim form, visit the South Carolina Lottery claim page.
When are the South Carolina Lottery drawings held?
- Powerball: 10:59 p.m. ET on Monday, Wednesday, and Saturday.
- Mega Millions: 11 p.m. ET on Tuesday and Friday.
- Pick 3: Daily at 12:59 p.m. (Midday) and 6:59 p.m. (Evening).
- Pick 4: Daily at 12:59 p.m. (Midday) and 6:59 p.m. (Evening).
- Cash Pop: Daily at 12:59 p.m. (Midday) and 6:59 p.m. (Evening).
- Palmetto Cash 5: 6:59 p.m. ET daily.
This results page was generated automatically using information from TinBu and a template written and reviewed by a South Carolina editor. You can send feedback using this form.
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Dawn Staley adds pro player Alicia Tournebize to South Carolina roster for this season
Alicia Tournebize, a 6-foot-4 basketball player from France, is enrolling at South Carolina and will begin playing for coach Dawn Staley this season.
The program announced the news on Dec. 22, explaining that she “will join the team following the holiday break and begin classes at the start of the spring 2026 semester.”
Tournebize, 18, played for Tango Bourges Basket, a professional basketball club in France. She was seen dunking in multiple games, according to social media.
The No. 3 Gamecocks (12-1) have played with at most 10 players but mostly eight or nine this season, battling illness and injuries. Staley lost star forward to an ACL tear Chloe Kitts in September.
South Carolina closes non-conference play on Dec. 28 (noon ET, SEC Network) before opening SEC play against Alabama on Jan. 1 (2 p.m. ET, SEC Network+).
“Alicia has an incredible skill set and basketball IQ,” Staley said in the news release. “She has great touch around the rim, can shoot it out to the 3-point line and is a shot blocker.”
Her mother Isabelle Fijalkowski played at Colorado and was drafted into the WNBA by the Cleveland Rockets where she played from 1997-98 before returning to play in Europe. Fijalkowski is getting inducted in the Women’s Basketball Hall of Fame as part of the Class of 2026.
Alicia Tournebize will play for South Carolina, Dawn Staley this season
Staley has been in need of depth long before the season officially started.
Ashlyn Watkins announced in July she’s taking the year off instead of returning and then not long after, Kitts got injured. Kitts enrolled early three years ago, joining the 2022-23 team in December 2022 like Tournebize is doing.
South Carolina signed two recruits out of high school already, Kaeli Wynn and Kelsi Andrews, but Staley said neither will enroll early so it appeared as though she would play a full season with only 10 players until now.
Tournebize will likely work her way into the lineup the same way Adhel Tac and Maryam Dauda have behind starters Madina Okot and Joyce Edwards. Edwards is leading the team with 22 points per game, Okot is averaging 15.6.
South Carolina sits 261st of 359 Division I teams in bench points, averaging 17.0 per game so if Tournebize brings offensive production, it’ll greatly enhance Staley’s depth during conference play.
On her visit, Tournebize went to the South Carolina football game on Nov. 22 with some players and then watched the women’s basketball game on Nov. 23 against Queens.
She sat behind the bench, similar to where Wynn sat during an exhibition game on her visit in October.
Lulu Kesin covers South Carolina athletics for The Greenville News and the USA TODAY Network. Email her at LKesin@usatodayco.com. Follow her on X@Lulukesin and Bluesky@bylulukesin.bsky.social
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