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 animal shelter waives cat and dog adoption fees through May 30

Florence, South Carolina - A month-long opportunity is opening at the Jayne H. Boswell Animal Shelter, giving families a chance to welcome a new...

“What are you doing except complaining?”: Sen. Scott’s jobs warning ignites brutal backlash, Floridians with devastating complaints

Florida - Florida Senator Rick Scott tried to sound an alarm about the state’s job market on Wednesday, but the warning quickly turned into...

City campaign encourages residents to explore Columbia by bike throughout May

Columbia, South Carolina - Spring is bringing a new reason to move through Columbia on two wheels. The City of Columbia, together with the League...

“I will enforce every law”: Trump-Backed candidate for California governor confirms explosive deportation fight if he wins

California - California’s 2026 race for governor is moving toward a defining question that reaches far beyond party politics: could the state’s deportation policies...

Florence Police Department turns to community for help in active Walmart theft investigations

Florence, South Carolina - Florence police are asking residents to take a careful look at newly released photos as investigators work to identify people...

“Step aside or else”: Republicans demand Thune’s head after brutal betrayal, lawmaker drops ultimatum in full-blown revolt

Ohio – A Republican lawmaker from Ohio is now moving one step ahead against Sen. John Thune, warning that the Senate Majority Leader must...

In South Carolina, child care is becoming the job before the job

Monique Daniels starts her workday before she gets to work. At 5:42 a.m., she is already standing in the kitchen of her apartment outside...

City of Florence plans Fourth of July celebration with drones, fireworks and America’s 250th anniversary theme

Florence, South Carolina - Florence is preparing for a Fourth of July celebration with extra meaning this year, as the city gets ready to...

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