Florence
Today
Thursday, February 19th, 2026
Good morning, Florence. Here's your local news at a glance for Thursday, the 19th of February.
ACCIDENTS NEWS
- ➤ Florence County Fire Rescue crews are working to contain a 50 to 80-acre woods fire on Black Street Road in the Pamplico area while the South Carolina Forestry Commission assists. WMBF News
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ Bethany Hamilton will attend the Evening of Hope event at Florence Center on Mar. 9, joining a star-studded lineup that celebrates local inspiration & unity. WPDE
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ Florence-based McLeod Health Foundation will receive two grants (totaling $1,370,000) from The Duke Endowment over the next five years to strengthen community health services. The funding will support ongoing health initiatives in the region. SCNow
REAL ESTATE NEWS
- ➤ City leaders said new townhome projects are underway to meet housing demand as Florence now has 677 units. The Dowling Homes project on West Cheves Street will add 10 rentals, while developments on West Palmetto and Baroody Streets will soon add over 100 more units — further fueling growth. WPDE
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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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Guitar Stories Jazz Concert
6-8 p.m. — Staybridge Suites Florence - Center — No cover charge — Enjoy a smooth jazz tribute to classic R&B with guitarist The Terence Young Experience.
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Gary Lewis & The Playboys Concert
7:30-9 p.m. — Francis Marion University Performing Arts Center — Ticket price varies — Experience timeless hits and nostalgia with classic rock tunes from Gary Lewis and The Playboys.
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