by Ashley Phosphate

Red Top – Sheriff Al Cannon confirmed that LAPD officials positively identified via fingerprints Michael Jackson’s presence at an illegal cock fight on a farm in the rural town.  Read the full story

An open letter to South Carolina from Governor Mark Sanford, available exclusively on theDiscust.com.
[upon further examination, it appears the governor inserted over 60 Michael Jackson song titles into his statement; we're beginning to worry]

Fellow South Carolinians,

I was up till the break of dawn working on this in the closet, following the news about Michael Jackson and listening to Billie Jean, so please forgive any odd phrasing. Read the full story

by William Moultrie

Myrtle Beach – Santee Cooper held a press conference today announcing what they describe as a “bold new strategy” that will lead the way to South Carolina’s “energy future.” Read the full story

by William Moultrie

Charleston – Following this year’s successful edition of Spoleto Festival USA, organizers believe they have come up with a new plan to bring music and dance to the rest of the state.
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by Charles A. Smith

Mt. Pleasant – Police were called to a Mt. Pleasant clubhouse last Sunday night after festivities turned violent. According to police reports, a riot ensued when the cover band hired to play at a wedding refused to play “Sweet Home Alabama” for the fourth time. Read the full story