PHASE 1A CONTINUES: McLeod continues to offer healthcare workers COVID-19 vaccinations as part of initial phase

on Tuesday, 12 January 2021. Posted in News, Local News

A registered nurse with McLeod Health gives the first of two COVID-19 vaccination shots to a fellow employee. The first phase will continue until 70 percent of persons identified as phase one recipients have had the opportunity to be vaccinated.

Based on the recommendations of SC DHEC, McLeod Health continues to vaccinate mission-critical healthcare workers based on Phase 1a of the South Carolina COVID-19 Vaccine Plan.

MUSC Health breaks ground on new hospital

on Tuesday, 12 January 2021. Posted in News, Local News

MUSC Health announced last week it has broken ground on a new hospital that will serve both Florence and Williamsburg counties.

Florence educator Brooks honored on 2021 calendar

on Tuesday, 12 January 2021. Posted in News, Local News

Florence educator Allie Brooks is the honoree for the month of January the 2021 South Carolina African American History Calendar.

DO YOU REMEMBER?

on Tuesday, 12 January 2021. Posted in News, Do you Remember?

The Cadillac Motel and Fireplace Restaurant, located at 2833 E. Palmetto, are shown in this photo taken in 1978.

DEATH NOTICES: 1/13/21

on Tuesday, 12 January 2021. Posted in Obituaries, News

Court proceedings suspended

on Tuesday, 12 January 2021. Posted in News, Local News

Under the direction of the South Carolina Supreme Court, all in-person court proceedings have been postponed; therefore, traffic and criminal court sessions scheduled in Florence Municipal Court are suspended until further notice.

Pee Dee women’s network announces officers

on Tuesday, 12 January 2021. Posted in News, Local News

The Pee Dee Business & Professional Women's Network recently announced new officers and board members for 2020-21.

Bluebird Box Build at Lynches River Park

on Tuesday, 12 January 2021. Posted in News, Local News

Registration is now open for Lynches River County Park’s annual bluebird box build!

FMU to host four open houses

on Tuesday, 12 January 2021. Posted in News, Education, Local News

Francis Marion University will host four open house events this spring, welcoming soon-to-be Patriots to campus.

Golden K Kiwanis donate to F1S elementary schools

on Tuesday, 12 January 2021. Posted in News, Local News

Florence One Schools Superintendent Dr. Richard O’Malley, left, and F1S Board Chairperson Porter Stewart, right, accept the checks from Golden K Kiwanis Club President Robby Sisco.

The Golden K Kiwanis Club recently presented seven Florence One elementary schools with a check in the amount of $500.

Senior meal distribution Jan. 20

on Tuesday, 12 January 2021. Posted in News, Local News

The first Emergency Senior Meal Relief distribution will take place Jan. 20, according to the Senior Citizens Association of Florence County.

First responders event at Florence Center

on Tuesday, 12 January 2021. Posted in News, Local News

The Florence Center will host the first-ever First Responders Community Day on Saturday, Jan. 23 from 10 a.m. to 7 p.m.

PETS OF THE WEEK

on Tuesday, 12 January 2021. Posted in News, Local News

The Jayne H. Boswell animal shelter is a partnership with the Florence Area Humane Society and the City of Florence. The shelter is located at 1434 McCurdy Road and is open Tuesday through Saturday, from noon to 5 p.m. Contact them by phone...

Patriots storm past Hurricanes

on Tuesday, 12 January 2021. Posted in News, Sports

Career days from junior forward Langston Gaither and senior guard Holden Redparth helped guide Francis Marion to an 88-74 victory over previously unbeaten Georgia Southwestern on Saturday.

FMU women fall to 0-3 with loss

on Tuesday, 12 January 2021. Posted in News, Sports

Senior forward Kiana Adderton scored a team-high 20 points in the Lady Patriots loss to Georgia Southwestern.

Georgia Southwestern State used a 16-2 run in the third quarter Saturday to pull away for a 73-58 Peach Belt Conference win over Francis Marion University in women’s basketball action.