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Thursday, January 2nd, 2025

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Good morning, Florence. Here's your local news at a glance for Thursday, the 2nd of January.

COMMUNITY NEWS

  • ➤ The Florence Police Department reported engaging in 52,000 service calls, making 2,100 arrests, and actively participating in community events throughout 2024.  WBTW

ACCIDENTS NEWS

  • ➤ A multi-vehicle crash on I-95 in Florence County caused northbound lane closures and significant traffic delays on New Year’s Day.  WMBF News
  • ➤ A two-car collision near mile marker 153 on I-95 North in Florence County is under investigation by the South Carolina Highway Patrol and has caused partial road blockage.  WPDE

CULTURE NEWS

  • ➤ In Darlington County, rapper Kinton Jackson, aka 'Buddha', leverages his challenging upbringing and personal growth to inspire others through his music, emphasizing the importance of believing in oneself and recognizing the value in everyone's story.  SCNow

GOVERNMENT NEWS

  • ➤ South Carolina lawmakers have introduced legislation to strengthen the state's distracted driving regulations and impose harsher penalties.  WMBF News

SPORTS NEWS

EVENTS

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REAL ESTATE

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ANNOUNCEMENTS

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