Friday, February 7th, 2025

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Good morning, Florence. Here's your local news at a glance for Friday, the 7th of February.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ The 10th annual Florence Stampede and Pro Rodeo hosted a special prelude event for exceptional needs individuals with cowboy clown Keith Isley, featuring entertainment and various rodeo competitions near Magnolia Mall. The Post and Courier
ACCIDENTS NEWS
- ➤ A man died in Florence, South Carolina, after falling through the roof of the building he was working on, with an investigation likely to follow. WPDE
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ A New York man allegedly hacked a Florence ATM, contributing to a theft of nearly $94,000. SCNow
- ➤ A man sought in several Carolinas counties was arrested following a police chase on I-95, with charges including failure to stop for law enforcement and marijuana possession. WMBF News
- ➤ The Florence County Sheriff's Office arrested Alex Gregory Aguilar for trafficking fentanyl worth $3 million during a traffic stop. WPDE
- ➤ A 15-year-old boy is in custody after leading Florence County deputies on a chase in his parents' car before crashing. WMBF News
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Florence Stampede & Pro Rodeo - 10th Anniversary Celebration
The Florence Stampede & Pro Rodeo returns for its 10th anniversary featuring exciting events like bull riding and barrel racing at the Florence Center.
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Exciting Scavenger Hunt Adventure in Florence
This self-guided scavenger hunt in downtown Florence invites participants to discover local hidden gems while completing photo challenges and fun activities.
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Michael Combs Concert at Pee Dee Shrine Club
Michael Combs will perform live at the Pee Dee Shrine Club Auditorium in Florence, offering an engaging experience for music fans.
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The Florence, South Carolina scavenger hunt offers a captivating exploration of the city, featuring hidden gems and interactive photo challenges for participants.
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