Good morning, Florence.

Retired vascular surgeon Eddie Floyd—known for his local philanthropic work—died Wednesday night, leaving a lasting mark on the community.

Florence NAACP will honor Martin Luther King Jr. with its 'Thriving in Turbulent Times' event at Mt Zion AME Church in downtown Florence; the gathering will celebrate his lasting legacy.

Florence’s Beth Israel Congregation has installed its first resident rabbi in 14 years, introducing Rabbi Lauren Cohn (who comes from cities like Dallas and Atlanta) to lead the community.

Cohn said she values the congregation's tight-knit spirit.

The SCHSL appellate panel on Friday voted 3-2 to move South Florence and West Florence High Schools from 5A to 4A after appeals challenged the earlier 5A classifications, and the changes will take effect for the 2026-28 season.

The Pee Dee IceCats returned last April to Florence to revive professional hockey, drawing nearly 3,900 fans per game.

The team will soon launch a youth program to give local kids another sporting opportunity (an effort to build lasting community support).

A Taste of Ireland

7:30 p.m. – 1:30 a.m. — Francis Marion University Performing Arts Center — Tickets available — Experience the enchantment of Irish music and dance performed by world champions.

De La Crème FMU Homecoming Finale

9 p.m. – 2:30 a.m. — Epic Event Center — Tickets available — Celebrate FMU Homecoming with vibrant vibes and live DJs.

Love in the Spotlight: A Valentine's Gala

6-11 p.m. — The Showtime Event Center — Cost varies — Step into a night of elegance with dinner, music, games, and romance.