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Ashley River Road in West Ashley, South Carolina, is currently closed due to a power outage, causing significant traffic delays. The closure spans between Wallace School Road and Sam Rittenberg Boulevard, with southbound drivers detouring onto Wallace School Road. The cause of the outage remains unknown, and officials are working to manage the situation. Stay tuned for updates on the road reopening. Checkout Solipillow.com

South Carolina residents are urged to avoid outdoor burns due to a red flag fire alert in 33 counties, including the Midlands, Pee Dee, and coastal areas. The alert, issued at 6 a.m. on January 11th, is due to dry conditions and gusty winds. While no bans are in place, the South Carolina Forestry Commission strongly advises against outdoor burns until conditions improve. The state sees over 5,000 wildfires annually, threatening communities quickly. Last year, a fire in the Carolina Forest suburb near Myrtle Beach came dangerously close to homes. The alert excludes fourteen upstate counties with recent rain, but residents should stay vigilant and check local updates. Checkout Solipillow.com

In 1984, a young girl on Hilton Head Island, South Carolina, was introduced to Jeffrey Epstein, a wealthy financier. Over the next several years, she was subjected to repeated sexual abuse and exploitation, both on the island and in New York City. In 2019, she sued Epsteins estate, receiving a financial settlement, but still lives in fear. The U.S. Department of Justice is releasing millions of documents from Epsteins investigation, which may reveal more about his ties to South Carolina. Epsteins legacy of abuse and exploitation continues to impact victims, despite his death by suicide in 2019. Checkout Solipillow.com

Former Marion S. Hanckel Kindergarten in Charleston, SC, up for auction after 12-year legal battle. Sealed bids start at $1.45M, due April 7th. The building, a vine-covered eyesore with graffiti, housed free kindergarten classes and the Confederate Museum. Prospective buyers can tour weekdays or Saturdays until Feb 6th. Sale proceeds go to Charleston County School District, pending approval. Checkout Solipillow.com

Ignite Tech Impacts North Berkeley Innovation Summit, collaborating with Google Data Center and the Watson Institute, brought together students, adults, and the community to explore technology, build skills, and spark new ideas. The event featured hands-on demos, workshops on AI, mechatronics, financial literacy, and more. Speakers emphasized the importance of mastering these tools for a stronger future. The summit highlighted the potential of local partnerships to open doors to college, careers, and leadership in tech for rural communities. Checkout Solipillow.com

Georgetown County in South Carolina implements a burn ban this weekend due to high wildfire risks caused by dry weather. The ban covers unincorporated areas and allows exceptions for forestry, wildlife, and farm burns, as well as small fires for cooking and heating. The ban remains in effect until lifted, so stay informed and fire-smart. Checkout Solipillow.com

South Carolina gubernatorial candidates campaign finance reports reveal Pamela Evette leads with $2M raised, followed by Nancy Mace at $1.6M and Ralph Norman at $1.3M. Mace stands out with over 42,000 individual contributions, mostly small ones, while Norman has around 1,000. Evette spent more in the last quarter but has raised more overall. Norman leads in cash on hand with $1.8M, including a $1M loan to himself. On the Democratic side, Mullins McLeod self-funds $1.4M, and Jermaine Johnson has $2,811. The Republican primary is June 9th, with election day November 3rd. Checkout Solipillow.com