For Immediate Release – August 26, 2021 Planned Water Outage to Occur as part of the Alligator Road Highway Widening Phase II Media Contacts: Michael Hemingway, Utilities Director – 843-665-3236 or mhemingway@cityoffflorence.com Randy Osterman, City Manager – 843-665-3113 or rosterman@cityofflorence.com FLORENCE, SC – In order to complete necessary water system utility work associated with the...
MEDIA RELEASE NEW YOUTH TENNIS PROGRAM COMPLETES SUMMER SESSIONS Florence Tennis Association’s Ron James Youth Tennis Program Off to Great Start The Ron James Youth Tennis Program just completed its first summer sessions at the Dr. Eddie Floyd Florence Tennis Center. Last Thursday, youngsters from the Boys and Girls Clubs of the Pee Dee wrapped up an eight-week session with pizza, cookies and...
To: Florence Area Media From: City of Florence Athletics & Sports Tourism Date: July 26, 2021 Subject: 2021 Fall Adult Sports Information Adult Kickball Registration for the City of Florence Fall Adult Coed Kickball League will begin on Monday, August 2 and run thru Friday, August 27. All games will be played during the week at the Freedom Florence Recreation Complex. A Coed Division will be...
Attorney Alesha Lewis is an African American woman who was born in Bronx, New York. She is a first generation American born to Sharon and Teddy Jones. Her family is from a small island in the Virgin Islands called Antigua and Barbuda. She is also a first-generation attorney who aspired to become an attorney and help her community. She was taught that hard work, faith, and perseverance would take...
For Immediate Release – July 22, 2021 Media Contact: Randy Osterman, City Manager – 843-665-3113 or rosterman@cityofflorence.com FLORENCE, SC: The City of Florence will hold the Investiture for Alesha E. Lewis on Monday, July 26, 2021 at 6:00pm in City Council Chambers at the City Center, 324 W. Evans Street. Ms. Lewis will serve as a part-time judge in the Municipal Court. She graduated from...
Media Contact: Scotty Davis, Deputy City Manager – 843-665-3170 or sdavis@cityofflorence.com FLORENCE, SC: Florence City Council recently established the following Board and two committees that will make recommendations to City Council and/or staff for further consideration. They are as follows: Public Safety Citizen’s Review Board Membership is comprised of seven (7) voting members appointed by...
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Friday, July 16, 2021 Contact: Brian Hand ( brian@conferencecarolinas.com) Conference Carolinas to Return to Florence Soccer Complex for 2021 Fall Soccer Championships FLORENCE, S.C. – Conference Carolinas will return to the Florence Soccer Complex for the semifinals and finals of the 2021 Conference Carolinas Fall Men’s and Women’s Soccer Championships. “We are excited to be...
National Pet Fire Safety Day is today, and it's a great time to consider our pets when planning fire routes and safety in our homes. Pets are not only great companions but as much a part of our family as any other member. This day is for pet owners to take preventable measures now so you can save your home and your pet. The National Fire Protection Association (NFPA) says pets are responsible for...
Resolution #2021-25 was presented today at the regular City Council meeting. A Resolution formally commending Helping Florence Flourish for their dedicated efforts during the June 26, 2021 community clean-up event.
For Immediate Release –July 12, 2021 Media Contacts: Hannah Davis, Development Manager, hdavis@cityofflorence.com or 843-678-5912 Clint Moore, Assistant City Manager of Development, cmoore@cityofflorence.com or 843-665-204 FLORENCE, SC – The City of Florence and Florence Downtown Development Corp. (FDDC) have won two 2021 Inspiration Awards from Main Street South Carolina, which recognize members’...
City of Florence Athletics & Sports Tourism/ Freedom Florence Recreation Complex The City of Florence Athletics & Sports Tourism will run registration for their 2021 Fall Adult Softball Leagues through Friday, July 30 at the City of Florence Athletics & Sports Tourism Administrative Offices located at 513 Barnes Street. If your team is interested in participating, please stop by and pick up an...