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Thursday, February 13th, 2025
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Good morning, Florence. Here's your local news at a glance for Thursday, the 13th of February.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ A large crowd supports Jazz on Dargan bar owner Thomas Mitchell at a Florence City Council meeting, reflecting community backing for the establishment. SCNow
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ A doctor in Florence, S.C., was sentenced to 57 months in prison after pleading guilty to distributing oxycodone for sexual favors, providing over 600 pills in a scheme known as 'sex for scripts'. WMBF News
- ➤ Florence Police Department seeks assistance in identifying a suspect involved in breaking into and stealing from at least 13 vehicles at Mcleod Hospital. WMBF News
- ➤ A Florence mother was charged with unlawful conduct toward a child after allegedly hitting her daughter multiple times with a leather belt, following a mandated report by school officials. WPDE
- ➤ Police in Florence County conducted a search in a wooded area for a man wanted on 12 burglary charges who failed to appear in court. WPDE
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ Florence native Grace Miller Moody received a four-chair turn during her audition on NBC's 'The Voice,' choosing a song with personal significance and expressing gratitude for community support. WMBF News
ECONOMY NEWS
- ➤ Florence plans a $180 million reinvestment to revitalize its downtown, introducing new businesses, restaurants, and an event center to create over 50 jobs. WPDE
SPORTS NEWS
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Exciting Scavenger Hunt Adventure in Florence
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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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Power Comicon 2025
Power Comicon 2025 is a comic convention featuring artists, writers, collectible memorabilia, and a costume contest, held at the Florence Center in Florence, SC.
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