Florence
Today
Thursday, April 9th, 2026
Good morning, Florence. Here's your local news at a glance for Thursday, the 9th of April.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Local women run ITV Camp each spring break to provide a free, hands-on camp for about 35 children at Monumental Baptist Church. The camp offers arts and crafts, outings, and discussions to support youth development and steer kids away from negative influences. WPDE
- ➤ Camp Jessie’s Kids is a day camp for children (ages 6 to 14) who have lost a loved one or live with a family member battling illness. The program offers a supportive setting to help kids cope with loss. SCNow
BUSINESS NEWS
- ➤ Chipotle, a fast-casual Mexican chain, will open its second location this summer in Florence (next to the closed Salvation Army store near Chick-fil-A and Walmart Supercenter) on South Irby Street. The Post and Courier
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ On April 11, the City of Florence will unveil a new community mural (Farm To Table: A Florence Market Journey Through Public Art) at City Center Market. SCNow
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Officials say road improvements on Palmetto Street will cause traffic delays for several weeks as crews update the roadway in Florence. WPDE
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Monster Jam
6-8 p.m. — Florence Center — Check local listings for ticket info — Experience thrilling stunts and powerful trucks at this action-packed event.
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Travis Tritt Concert
7:30-9 p.m. — Florence Center — Ticketed event — Experience the Southern rock vibes of Travis Tritt who remains a country music favorite after three decades.
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