Caroline Williams

Publisher Caroline Williams has more than 15 years of experience in journalism and media leadership across the Southeast. She has led Florence News Journal since its transition to a digital-first platform, guiding its growth as an independent voice for Florence County. Before joining the organization, she held editorial and management roles at regional publications and digital news ventures, with a focus on community engagement and sustainable local journalism models. With a college degree in journalism, Caroline is passionate about the role of local news in fostering informed, connected communities.

City of Columbia hosts workshop to fund local efforts tackling opioid crisis

Columbia, South Carolina - The Office of Neighborhood Safety and Engagement (ONSE) in the City of Columbia is inviting community service providers to a...

Community invited to support Columbia’s unhoused residents during World Homeless Day Stuff-a-Van event

Columbia, South Carolina - In a heartfelt effort to support the city’s most vulnerable residents, the City of Columbia’s Homeless Services Division, alongside Columbia Parks...

Florence set to host citywide hiring event September 26 at Pearl Moore Basketball Center

Florence, South Carolina - The City of Florence is preparing to host a large-scale hiring event later this month, opening the door to a...

South Carolina backs Florida in legal fight over addictive social media features

South Carolina - South Carolina Attorney General Alan Wilson is making the state's position against social media companies stronger. He says that if Congress won't...

South Carolina State Fair announces one-day Flash Sale with best ticket deals of the season

Columbia, South Carolina - Fans of the South Carolina State Fair have another incentive to mark their calendars. The fair's traditional one-day Flash Sale...

Congressman Russell Fry to host Veterans Resource and Appreciation Day in Myrtle Beach on August 12

Myrtle Beach, South Carolina - Veterans in South Carolina's Seventh Congressional District are invited to a special event to recognize their service and connect...

Residents on West Palmetto Street and nearby neighborhoods can now safely use tap water as city lifts boil water advisory

Florence, South Carolina - After an extensive testing and cleansing of the system, the City of Florence has officially lifted the boil water advisory for several neighborhoods....

South Carolina’s Tax-Free Weekend returns August 1–3 with savings on school supplies and more

South Carolina - South Carolina shoppers will once again be able to avoid paying state and local sales taxes during the state's annual Tax...

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