Florence
Today
Thursday, February 5th, 2026
Good morning, Florence. Here's your local news at a glance for Thursday, the 5th of February.
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ Carver Elementary in Florence is among 13 finalists for Palmetto’s Finest Award (announced by the South Carolina Association of School Administrators) as the school is recognized for its excellence in education. WPDE
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ The Duke Endowment awarded $1.3M to the McLeod Health Foundation to support the Poynor School of Healthcare Innovation and a Clarendon County initiative addressing chronic health issues over five years + the school will train students for immediate healthcare roles while the initiative boosts local wellness. The Post and Courier
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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.
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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.
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SCHSL State Wrestling Individual State Championship
12 AM – 1 PM — Florence Center — $25 per wrestler — Witness the largest individual state wrestling tournament in South Carolina history.
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