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Florence Gymnastics achieved impressive results at the state gymnastics meets in recent weeks. Congratulations to the following: 1.Xcel Bronze - Rylee P. SC State All Around Champion SC State Floor Champion 2.Xcel Bronze - Brecklyn M. SC State Vault Champion 3.Xcel Silver – Olivia S. SC State Vault Champion 4.Xcel Silver – Miriam W. SC State Vault Champion 5.Xcel Silver – Sydney B. SC State Vault...
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For Immediate Release – April 4, 2025 Mayor Lethonia Barnes to Hold Press Conference in Collaboration with Keep Florence Beautiful Media Contacts: Lethonia Barnes, Mayor, lbarnes@cityofflorence.com or 843-665-3170 Amanda Pope, Marketing, Communications, & Municipal Services Director, apope@citiyofflorence.com or 843-665-3113 FLORENCE, SC – Mayor Lethonia Barnes and Chair of Keep Florence Beautiful...
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For Immediate Release – April 3, 2025 City of Florence to Hold Investiture Ceremony for Newly Elected At-Large City Council Member Zach McKay Media Contact: Amanda Pope, Marketing/Communications & Municipal Services Director apope@cityofflorence.com or 843-665-3113 FLORENCE, SC: The City of Florence will hold an investiture ceremony for the newly elected At-Large City Council Member, Zach McKay...
April 7th, 2025 Investiture Ceremony
For Immediate Release – April 2, 2025 City of Florence and Duke Energy Partner with Keep Florence Beautiful, Naturally Outdoors, and the SC Forestry Commission for an Earth Day Native Tree Giveaway Media Contact: Adam Swindler, Director of Public Works - 843-665-3236 or aswindler@cityofflorence.com FLORENCE, SC – The City of Florence and Duke Energy, in partnership with Naturally Outdoors, Keep...
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April is Fair Housing Month! Join the City of Florence for a Fair Housing Seminar on Predatory Lending & Unfair Practices. Date: Tuesday, April 8th, 2025 Time: 5:30 PM - 6:30 PM Location: Room 101 | City Center | 324 W. Evans Street If interested, please RSVP to Retha S. Brown at (843) 665-3175 or rbrown@cityofflorence.com before Wednesday, April 2nd.
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In partnership with Coastal Carolina University, the City of Florence Parks, Recreation, & Sports Tourism Department is hosting a public input meeting on Monday, March 24th at the Pearl Moore Basketball Center from 6 PM - 8 PM. Attendees will have the opportunity to: Determine key necessities Share ideas and suggestions Discuss issues that matter to you This is a chance to make a difference and...
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The City of Florence is proud to announce that Assistant City Manager of Development Clint Moore is the 2025 recipient of the Public Servant of the Year Award, presented by the Greater Florence Chamber of Commerce and Francis Marion University. This award was presented at the Annual Outlook Luncheon on Wednesday, March 19th, at the Florence Center in recognition of his service to the community...
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For Immediate Release – March 13, 2025 Celebrate the 4th of July with Fireworks Over Florence! Media Contacts: Tim Wilson, Assistant Director of Parks, Recreation, and Sports Tourism – (843) 665-3253 or twilson@cityofflorence.com FLORENCE, SC – The City of Florence is excited to present the Fireworks Over Florence July 4th Celebration at the Florence Soccer Complex (1000 Soccer Way). Join us on...
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For Immediate Release – March 19, 2025 City of Florence Hosts “Interview Techniques 101” Workshop Media Contacts: Retha Brown, Community Relations Manager – (843) 665-3175 or rbrown@cityofflorence.com FLORENCE, SC – The City of Florence Community Services Department is excited to host Interview Techniques 101, a valuable workshop designed to help job seekers enhance their interview skills. The...
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Business License Renewals for all businesses and professionals doing business within the corporate limits of the City of Florence are due April 30th, 2025. For non-payment of all or any part of the correct business license tax, the license official shall impose and collect a late penalty of 10% of the unpaid tax for each month, or portion thereof, after the due date until paid. Business licenses...
Business License Renewals 2025
For Immediate Release – March 12, 2025 City of Florence to Host the 2025 NJCAA Division I Men’s Tennis Championship at the Dr. Eddie Floyd Tennis Center Media Contacts: Tim Wilson, Assistant Director of Parks, Recreation, and Sports Tourism – (843) 665-3253 or twilson@cityofflorence.com FLORENCE, SC – The City of Florence is thrilled to announce that the 2025 NJCAA (National Junior College...
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Join Us for the 10th Annual Flo-Town 5K! When: Saturday, April 26th at 9:00 AM Where: 1000 Stockade Drive Florence, SC 29506 All proceeds from this event will benefit the Florence Track Club, supporting local athletes and the community. Register online NOW! Entry Fee: $35 per person through April 16th; $45 thereafter. To ensure t-shirt size, you must register by April 16, 2025. Check-in and walk...
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