Easton Griffin

Staff writer – In-Depth & Analysis Easton Griffin specializes in in-depth reporting and analysis on the social, economic, and quality-of-life issues shaping Florence County and the broader Pee Dee. With a background in data-informed journalism and narrative storytelling, Easton examines topics including housing, healthcare access, education, and workforce development. Before joining Florence News Journal, Easton contributed to digital news platforms and research-driven reporting projects across South Carolina. With additional training in data journalism, Easton is committed to producing reporting that helps readers understand not only what is happening, but why it matters.

Columbia to host annual Free Compost Giveaway for city residents on April 4

Columbia, South Carolina - Columbia residents looking to enrich their gardens this spring will have a chance to do so at no cost. The...

Partnership between GE HealthCare and Help4Kids strengthens local child hunger efforts with $20,000 donation

Florence, South Carolina - Earlier this month, GE HealthCare made a $20,000 donation to Help4Kids-Florence, which strengthened a collaboration focused on helping kids and...

Columbia to close Washington Street parking deck for major structural repairs in March

Columbia, South Carolina - In March, work will begin on fixing the structure of the Washington Street parking deck in downtown Columbia. This will...

Florence area businesses encouraged to collaborate on long term diversity and leadership goals

Florence, South Carolina - Plans are underway for the 2026 Building Bridges Diversity and Leadership Summit, scheduled to take place on Monday, March 16....

Pee Dee Boys & Girls Clubs earn national award for youth advocacy efforts

Florence, South Carolina - Boys & Girls Clubs in the Pee Dee region have been recognized nationally for their ongoing efforts to speak up for...

Pee Dee Coalition receives major support for parent education and abuse prevention as GE HealthCare donates $20,000

Florence, South Carolina - GE HealthCare has given the Pee Dee Coalition $20,000, which will help the group continue its long-standing efforts to protect...

Family-friendly youth racing event rolls into Florence this February

Florence, South Carolina - Later this winter, a new family-friendly racing event will take place in Florence. This will give young drivers a chance to...

“We know what a woman is”: S.C. GOP lawmakers explosive plan to lock down bathrooms, showers, and dorms

South Carolina - Lawmakers in South Carolina are working to make a statewide rule that decides which bathrooms children can use in public schools...

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