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.

Florence police arrested a juvenile, a final suspect involved in late July’s shooting incident

Florence, South Carolina - Following a summer shooting that shook a Florence neighborhood, investigators have now detained a total of seven people in relation to...

New USC neurological hospital to bring specialized treatment and research to the BullStreet District in Columbia

Columbia, South Carolina - Aiming at providing "world-class treatment" for strokes, dementia, and a spectrum of other brain and nervous system diseases, the University...

Florence’s City Center Farmers Market to host family-friendly “Tent or Treat” Halloween event on Saturday

Florence, South Carolina - Florence's heart will become a Halloween paradise for kids and families this coming Saturday. Offering a distinctive take on classic trick-or-treating, the...

South Carolina residents impacted by Hurricane Helene can receive FEMA aid for damaged septic systems and wells

South Carolina - Following Hurricane Helene, people living in North and South Carolina not only had to deal with rebuilding but also an immediate...

Reminder: The application process for the Midlands Minority Business Accelerator Class of 2025 closes on October 31

Columbia, South Carolina - In a bid to tackle the economic inequalities that minority-owned businesses often face, the Midlands Minority Business Accelerator (MMBA) program...

Virtus Academy celebrates opening of new Upper School facilities with ribbon-cutting in Florence

Florence, South Carolina - Virtus Academy staff, teachers convened in Florence to celebrate the opening of its new Upper School facilities with a ribbon-cutting ceremony...

Florence water service maintenance set to cause interruptions in key areas this week

Florence, South Carolina - This week's planned water service maintenance may affect the Florence's water supply in some locations, hence Florence residents should get prepared...

Florence officials excited as Carolina Theatre embarks on its latest round of renovations

Florence, South Carolina - The historical Carolina Theatre in Florence, an outstanding reminder of historical beauty built about 1925, is poised to undergo its...

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