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PALMETTO STREET (HIGHWAY 76) AT FIVE POINTS IN 1954 (From SCDOT files)
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Fiber Industries to restart textile production
DARLINGTON COUNTY – Fiber Industries LLC is gearing up to restart textile production operations under new ownership in Darlington County. This new economic development project will create 135 jobs for the community with a more than $30 million expected in -
South Florence football players raise funds to promote reading
Earlier this year, the South Florence High School football program participated in a telethon to help other students in the community. -
School bells ring again this Thursday
Florence School District 1 teachers and saff will welcome students back to school this Thursday, Aug. 17. Students at Delmae Heights Elementary, with classes for kindergarten through fourth grade, will be entering a brand new school. “We are very eager -
Back to school basics to keep your kids safe
Transitioning from summer months to the school year can be challenging for both children and parents. However, taking a few simple steps can ensure a healthy and productive start to your child’s school year, says Dr. Benjamin Elder with McLeod Pediatric
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Gamecock Club planning Fall Football Kickoff luncheon
The Florence County Gamecock Club announces its annual Fall Football Kickoff Luncheon with Tony Morrell of “The Big Spur”/247 Sports on Thursday, Aug. 24 at noon at the Floyd Conference Center, Carolinas Hospital System. Tony will discuss the 2017 footbal -
YMCA swim team hosts ‘Y Try it Days’
Does your child love swimming and you think they would enjoy a swim team program? Are they ready? Come try the Y’s PYSCES program at no cost during Y Try It Days, Thursday, Aug. 17 at 6:30 p.m. and Saturday, Aug. 19 at noon. PYSCES stands for Progressive -
Pruitt named to S.C. Golf Hall of Fame
With a career ranging from winning championships to officiating championships, Dillard Pruitt has been selected for induction into the South Carolina Golf Hall of Fame, announced President Frank Ford III recently. Becoming the organization’s 68th member, -
HE PEE DEE REALTOR ASSOCIATION
THE PEE DEE REALTOR ASSOCIATION presents a check for $7,830.18 on Aug. 2 to the House of Hope/Courtney McGinnis Graham Community Shelter. The funds were raised at the association’s Run for Hope on June 24. House of Hope staff and realtors pose with Bryan -
Florence named Best in America to Age in Place
Florence was chosen first in The 10 Best Places in America to Age in Place by Realtor.com. To determine the best places to age in place, the team took the 300 largest metros and evaluated them for affordability and health services, and then made sure thes
Upcoming Events
- VIEW THE SOLAR ECLIPSE ON THE KAMINSKI HOUSE MUSEUM LAWN Mon. 21 Aug, 2017 (1:00 pm - 4:00 pm) The Kaminski House Museum is directly in the Path of Totality for the Solar Eclipse on Monday, August 21. We will be having a special viewing and streaming of the NASA Coverage of the eclipse on the lawn of the museum. We will be serving cold beverages and DJ Jeff Benton will be on hand to play songs such as Moon Dance, Solar Eclipse of the Heart and Moon Shadow. So on Monday, August 21, It's All Happening on the Lawn!
- Family Fun & Literacy Day Sat. 14 Oct, 2017 (1:00 pm - 5:00 pm) Spend a fun-filled afternoon on the lawn of the Kaminski House Museum as we present Family Fun and Literacy Day on Saturday, October 14th 1 - 5 p.m. Fall activities will include storytelling, children's games, crafts, pumpkin painting, a healthy foods tent and a spirited pumpkin patch. This is a free event provided to the community through a grant from international Paper. To be Admitted Parents Must Accompany Children to this Event.
- Wooden Boat Show Weekend "Commander's Tour" at the Kaminski House Museum Sat. 21 Oct, 2017 (2:00 pm - 4:00 pm) In honor of Wooden Boat Show Weekend the Kaminski House Museum presents a special "Commander's Tour" on Saturday, October 21st from 2-4 p.m. Experience the "Commander's Den" filled with antique model ships, navel art, and memorabilia from the life and times of Lt. Commander Harold Kaminski. Admission is $5.00.
- Kaminski House Museum presents Jazz Under the Oaks Sun. 29 Oct, 2017 2:00 pm Spend an autumn afternoon on the lawn of the Kaminski House Museum with the Denny Hess Trio and a special appearance by Kevin Jayroe. Grapeyard Distributing will be on hand for a wine tasting of seasonal varieties. This event will also feature a Sweets Tent featuring Sweetie's of Georgetown and Pawleys Island Bakery. It's all Happening on the Lawn at 2 p.m.