For Immediate Release – November 7, 2024 City of Florence to Hold Investiture Ceremony of Newly Elected Mayor, Lethonia Barnes and Re-elected At Large City Council Member, Chaquez T. McCall Media Contacts: Amanda Pope, Marketing, Communications & Municipal Services Director - (843) 665-3113 or apope@cityofflorence.com FLORENCE, SC – The City of Florence will officially swear in newly elected Mayor...
For Immediate Release – November 6, 2024 City of Florence Veterans Park Committee Announces 16th Annual Veterans Day Ceremony Media Contacts: Amanda Pope, Marketing, Communications & Municipal Services Director - (843) 665-3113 or apope@cityofflorence.com EDIT: Due to the weather, the Veterans Day Ceremony will now take place inside the Florence Center. Attendees can enter through the lower doors...
ABOUT: As the demands on Florence’s water supply and infrastructure continue to grow, the city has created an interactive Water Management Portal to keep customers informed about the ongoing efforts to improve the system. This portal not only provides updates on current projects but also takes a deep dive into the history of Florence's water system—showing how the city has evolved from relying on...
Join the City of Florence Parks, Recreation, & Sports Tourism Department for an evening of spine-chilling fun at Lights on After School! Join us at the Florence Soccer Complex on Thursday, October 24th, from 6 - 8 PM! Put on your best costume and prepare for some ghoulishly good times on the haunted hayride! It’s sure to be a frightfully fun night!
Get Ready for Some Spooktacular Fun!! Join us on Saturday, October 26th, from 9:00 am to 1:00 pm at the City Center Farmers Market for a fang-tastic day! Children 12 and under are invited to tent or treat with our vendors throughout the market while supplies last. Be on the lookout for tents with orange pumpkins – that’s where you’ll find a sweet treat. Wear your best costumes, bring your candy...
DEA National RX Take Back Day October 26, 2024 10:00 AM - 2:00 PM 230 N Beltline Dr, Florence, SC 29501 (WALMART) The purpose of this event is to promote safety and health. The public is encouraged to clean out their medicine cabinets and remove unneeded, unwanted, and expired medications from their homes for proper disposal. This can help prevent prescription drug addiction and misuse. By hosting...
The Florence Police Department is thrilled to announce its 23rd Annual Golf Tournament Fundraiser! Join them on October 18, 2024, at The Country Club of SC for a day of fun, fundraising, and community spirit. This year, proceeds will benefit: The Sergeant Terrence Carraway Memorial Scholarship Fund Unity with the Community Events The Officer & Family Support Program Numerous non-profit...
The Florence Track Club hosted a cross country meet at the Florence Soccer Complex this past Saturday. Congratulations to all the medal winners!
For Immediate Release – September 20, 2024 Scheduled Water Service Maintenance Beginning Wednesday, September 25th at 9:00 PM Media Contacts: Michael Hemingway, Director of Utility Planning and Economic Development – (843) 665-3236 or mhemingway@cityofflorence.com FLORENCE, SC – The City of Florence would like to notify customers of scheduled maintenance along Old Marion Highway at Ashby Road...
For Immediate Release – September 18, 2024 Boil Water Repeal Media Contacts: Josh Whittington, Utilities Director – 843-665-3236 or jwhittington@cityofflorence.com FLORENCE, SC – The City of Florence precautionary boil water advisory for the water customers located in the 3300–3900 blocks of Meadors Road, Spring Branch Mobile Home Park, West Pointe Drive, Trotwood Drive, Deshamps Drive, Boulder...
Kick off the fall season with games, face painting, a DJ, and more! The City of Florence Parks, Recreation, and Sports Tourism Department is partnering with Safe Kids Pee Dee/Coastal for a fantastic fall event featuring FREE car seat checks! Join us at the Barnes Street Campus, 513 Barnes Street, at 5 pm for some festive fun. Then, at 7 pm, cozy up across the street at the City Center Market, 200...
For Immediate Release – September 13, 2024 Scheduled Water Service Interruption Planned for the Relocation of a System Fire Hydrant on September 17th at 9:00 AM Media Contacts: Josh Whittington, Utilities Director – 843-665-3236 or jwhittington@cityofflorence.com FLORENCE, SC – The City of Florence would like to notify customers of a scheduled water service interruption impacting the 3300–3900...