Wednesday, February 19th, 2025

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Good morning, Florence. Here's your local news at a glance for Wednesday, the 19th of February.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Florence Masons from Hampton Lodge 204 prepared and delivered a lunch of chicken bog to local first responders in Florence, S.C. SCNow
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ A Timmonsville man has been charged by Florence police for allegedly sexually assaulting a teenager since she was 7 years old. SCNow
- ➤ A 50-year-old man from Florence has been arrested for alleged involvement in several armed robberies and an attempted carjacking. SCNow
- ➤ A man in Florence County has been charged with armed robbery and related offenses after a series of crimes, including a carjacking attempt and convenience store robberies. WMBF News
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ Florence County Museum and city council members celebrate African-American artist William H. Johnson with 'Fighters for Freedom' exhibition for Black History Month, featuring 39 of his works. WPDE
ECONOMY NEWS
- ➤ Despite an 88.1% increase in home inventory in Florence, the demand for affordably priced homes, especially those under $300,000, continues to outstrip supply. The Post and Courier
SPORTS NEWS
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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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Exciting Scavenger Hunt Adventure in Florence
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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Gary Allan Concert
7-9:30 p.m. | Florence Center | Ticket prices vary | Enjoy a night filled with country tunes from the beloved Gary Allan.
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