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.

Federal help begins flowing to Upstate South Carolina after McMaster secures disaster declaration

Columbia, South Carolina - South Carolina will receive federal disaster support after President Donald J. Trump approved Governor Henry McMaster’s request for a Major...

Downtown Columbia safety project moves forward with public invited to weigh in on Assembly Street plans

Columbia, South Carolina - A new downtown safety project in Columbia is moving into public view, with city and state officials inviting residents to...

Sen. Scott says that “People trust Trump” but his terrified confession reveals why Republicans are doomed in midterms

South Carolina - As pressure builds in Washington, a widening group of lawmakers from California, Arizona, Georgia, and other states has begun openly calling...

“Rantings of a bloodthirsty lunatic”: Trump base is cracking, hard-core MAGA joins Dems to remove him from office

California - From California to New York, growing number of lawmakers, prominent political figures, former politicians and millions of ordinary Americans think that President...

Late-night ambush shocks Florence as gunman opens fire on moving car, authorities seek public help

Florence, South Carolina - Florence police are asking for the public’s help as investigators continue working to piece together a late-night shooting on West...

“He lost his mojo”: Trump drops controversial comment and puts wars before care for American children in brutal reality check

Texas - A series of unusual remarks and social media posts from Donald Trump has drawn renewed scrutiny, beginning with a bizarre message involving...

Anderson County becomes U.S. starting point for Netherlands-based food company with $11.5 million investment, to open more than 200 jobs

Anderson County, South Carolina - A quiet industrial site in Easley is now part of a much larger story unfolding across continents. After an extensive...

Drugs prices about to skyrocket: Another tariff by Trump could make your medications unaffordable overnight

California - In recent years, states have begun carving out their own paths to confront the rising cost of prescription drugs, with California standing...

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