Kinsley Brown

Editor Kinsley Brown oversees daily news operations, story development, and editorial standards at Florence News Journal. With nearly a decade of experience in South Carolina journalism, she has covered state and local politics, education, and government accountability for multiple outlets. She brings a strong focus on clear, accurate, and reader-first storytelling. Kinsley holds a degree in journalism and has received several recognitions for both her editing and reporting. She is especially committed to mentoring emerging journalists and ensuring Florence News Journal maintains rigorous editorial integrity.

Healthcare companies used patients for kickback-driven fraudulent medical billing. Now to pay millions.

Companies that operated in South Carolina and North Carolina, with the help of individuals from Florida and Illinois, were involved in the fraudulent medical...

New housing development in Columbia to boost homeownership opportunities with affordable housing

Columbia, South Carolina - On Thursday morning, the City of Columbia, in partnership with the TN Development Corporation, marked a significant milestone in the...

Flags at half-staff in South Carolina, Gov. McMaster orders

Columbia, South Carolina - Governor Henry McMaster has directed flags be flown at half-staff at the South Carolina State Capitol and across all state and...

“You’re an embarrassment:” S.C. lawmaker proposed Trump-face dollar bill, then gets roasted online

South Carolina - South Carolina Representative Joe Wilson has revealed intentions to introduce legislation featuring former President Donald Trump's face on a newly proposed...

Corporate handout or legal reform? The law that’s splitting South Carolina in two!

South Carolina - South Carolina Republicans have turned to the airwaves in a high-stakes legislative dispute, running a $250,000 TV ad campaign to mobilize...

The state is giving thousands of dollars to qualified South Carolina residents to help with home purchases

South Carolina - With a recently launched pilot program aiming at transforming the state's housing market, the South Carolina State Housing Finance and Development Authority...

Columbia launches initiative to improve walkability and cycling infrastructure, volunteers for counting wanted

Columbia, South Carolina - The City of Columbia Planning Division invites citizens to participate actively in determining the direction of transportation. The city is...

Citizens Police Academy returns to Florence for seven-week community program

Florence, South Carolina - Announcing the comeback of its popular Citizens Police Academy for Spring 2025, the Florence Police Department offers local citizens an...

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