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.

AGRU America expands operations in Williamsburg County with nearly $8 million investment

Williamsburg County, South Carolina - AGRU America, a leading provider of engineering plastics solutions based in the U.S., announced its plans to expand its...

Veterans Experience Action Center event set to take place in Columbia, providing assistance to veterans

Columbia, South Carolina - In what appears to be a significant initiative to support military veterans, South Carolina is rolling out the red carpet...

Texas Gov. Abbott celebrates bussing migrants, arrests and border wall despite SCOTUS temp ban on controversial law

Texas and California are both grappling with significant challenges related to unauthorized immigration, a situation that concerns millions of Americans nationwide, even if they...

Biden admin turns down California request, won’t pay millions to cover inappropriate spending during COVID

Shortly after the beginning of the COVID pandemic and almost immediate closures that followed, the federal government announced dozens of different programs to support...

Florence gears up for the 9th annual adventure-filled Flo-Town 5K Run/Walk

Florence, South Carolina - The city of Florence is getting ready for the 9th Annual Flo-Town 5K Run/Walk, an event that promises perfect combination...

Multi-million project set to improve Sunset Drive in Richland County

Richland County, South Carolina - Richland County is about to announce a big project aimed to improving the area on Sunset Drive, just north...

North Myrtle Beach PD gives more details on last September’s murder

North Myrtle Beach, South Carolina - Authorities in North Myrtle Beach have given more information about the tragic case of Kristin Laymon, a 53-year-old...

Texas federal judge allows thousands of migrants to ‘legally’ enter into the U.S. each month, Biden admin wins case

In a recent post on X, the social media network formerly known as Twitter, Texas Gov. Greg Abbott marked the third anniversary of Operation...

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