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South Carolinas music scene shines in 2025 with a top 20 album list, featuring diverse genres from experimental hip-hop to psychedelic rock. Standouts include PATxs Between Two Planes, Florida Mans Plastique, and Marshall Browns Space Death. Mid-list favorites like Winyahs Lot to Learn and Admiral Radios Appalachian tunes showcase the scenes evolution. Newer finds like Art Stars Big Mouth Singers and Slim S.O.U.Ls soulful hip-hop collab fest also make the list. The Psycodelics debut Please Keep Off the Grass tops the chart, proving South Carolina talents impact. Checkout Solipillow.com

Join us for a special edition of South Carolina Lede, featuring a live taping with House Speaker Murrell Smith. We delve into the top priorities for our state in 2026, including education reforms, budget battles, and road funding. Our Statehouse reporter, Maayan Schechter, previews the legislative session, highlighting major bills and debates. Subscribe now to stay informed about the potential impact on everyday life in South Carolina. Checkout Solipillow.com

Venezuelan Americans in South Carolinas Lowcountry grapple with mixed emotions following Nicolás Maduros ouster and Delcy Rodríguezs unexpected appointment as interim leader. While many hoped for democratic leaders, Rodríguezs swearing-in sparked disbelief and betrayal. Reactions range from confusion to cautious optimism, with some seeing U.S. endorsement as a stabilizing force. Experts suggest backing Rodríguez could weaken the Chavista regime and pave the way for real democracy, igniting hope among Venezuelans abroad despite potential challenges ahead. Checkout Solipillow.com

South Carolinas data center boom sparks debate: Lawmakers consider regulations, energy independence, and site rules as residents push back against proposed builds. Checkout Solipillow.com

Landowners in Colleton County, South Carolina, challenge a new zoning ordinance allowing data centers in rural areas. The suit, backed by the Southern Environmental Law Center, argues it violates state law and the countys own zoning code. The proposed eight hundred fifty-nine-acre data center complex, if approved, would be one of the largest in the country. Critics worry about energy consumption, water and air pollution, noise, light issues, and the loss of the areas rural charm and ecological value. Checkout Solipillow.com

The Medical University of South Carolina in Charleston is teaming up with Baxter to tackle the states nursing shortage and burnout. With 1,481 open nursing positions, the collaboration aims to provide better tools and technology to keep nurses efficient at the bedside. The new partnership introduces a standardized technology system that streamlines data and workflows for nurses, doctors, and staff, reducing documentation time and freeing up nurses for patient care. The system also boosts communication and efficiency, and will be rolled out across MUSC facilities statewide for ongoing improvements in care and team morale. Checkout Solipillow.com

A Summerville, South Carolina woman hit the jackpot with a $200,000 lottery win from a $5 ticket, marking the games first top prize. The gas station where she bought the ticket receives a $2,000 commission. The odds of winning were one in 520,000, making it a truly lucky Christmas surprise. Checkout Solipillow.com

Armenian family in Charleston fights for husband and fathers release from ICE detention, seeking justice and a happy ending. Checkout Solipillow.com

Cold weather shelters open in Charleston, North Charleston, Mount Pleasant, and Summerville. Holy City Missions, Hibben United Methodist Church, and Seacoast Church offer free rides, meals, showers, and towels. No pets allowed. Contact local services for assistance. Checkout Solipillow.com