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.

SLED Chief Mark Keel granted another six-year term by South Carolina Senate

Columbia, South Carolina - South Carolina's chief law enforcement official, Chief Mark Keel, has been reaffirmed for another term. On Wednesday, the Senate voted...

Senate panel prepares drastic measure against DA in Trump’s Georgia case as Willis’ case goes down the water

U.S. District Judge Aileen Cannon, a judge Trump appointed to the bench, canceled the May 20 trial date and postponed it indefinitely on Tuesday,...

Texas Republican slams Greene’s effort to oust Speaker Johnson: “She needs her time in the spotlight”

Several Republican lawmakers continue to create chaos in the House of Representatives, which has become a focal point in the middle of the presidential...

Florence County School District 2 seeks $7 million bond approval for critical upgrades

Florence, South Carolina - A referendum will be held on May 7, 2024, where Florence County School District 2 (FCSD2) will ask for approval...

While Texas and California experience border nightmare, Biden admin continues to give free healthcare to migrants

President Joe Biden will conclude his first term in the White House in a few months, and that’s for how long his administration failed...

Study reveals drop in children covered by Medicaid in South Carolina

Columbia, South Carolina - In South Carolina, there was a 9% decrease in the number of children covered by Medicaid after a federal requirement...

Immigration in California explodes as Texas increases the crackdown: “A trend unseen since the 1990s.”

When Texas Gov. Greg Abbott started Operation Lone Star more than three years ago, no one could have believed that Texas would crack down...

Duke Energy boosts clean energy capacity in Salem, South Carolina

Salem, South Carolina - The Carolinas are experiencing significant economic growth and a rising population, which is increasing their energy demands. In response, Duke...

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