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.

New RISE initiative brings Florence infrastructure investments under one resilience-focused program

Florence, South Carolina - Florence is turning long-planned utility needs into active improvements, moving ahead with a multi-year effort to strengthen water service, sewer...

Horry County residents feel the cost of rapid growth and development on roads, schools and drainage

Myrtle Beach, South Carolina - Elaine Rivers used to know where Conway ended and the country began. There was a bend in the road,...

Historic Kress corner restaurant prepares anniversary evening inspired by its first 10 years

Florence, South Carolina - For a decade, Town Hall has offered Florence diners a place where a night out can feel both familiar and...

Florence gathering brings men’s health conversations into a front porch-inspired community setting

Florence, South Carolina - A front porch has long been a place where people settle in, speak openly and listen without pressure. That simple...

S.C. Attorney General Alan Wilson hails court ruling in fight over federal election verification measures

Columbia, South Carolina - A federal judge in Washington, D.C., has declined to stop an executive order issued by President Donald Trump that seeks...

We analyze: Child poverty’s heavy toll on Florence County families, churches and nonprofits can’t help enough

Florence, South Carolina - The first thing poverty takes from a child is not always food, or a bedroom, or a doctor’s visit. Sometimes...

MUSC surgeons to meet residents during community robotics event in Florence

Florence, South Carolina - Residents across the Pee Dee will have a chance to step inside the future of surgery when MUSC Health Florence...

Bittermilk expansion in Ravenel turns Charleston roots into a bigger Lowcountry growth story

Charleston, South Carolina - Bittermilk Bottling Co. is preparing for a new chapter in Charleston County, where the family-owned beverage maker will expand its...

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