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Wednesday, April 16th, 2025
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Good morning, Florence. Here's your local news at a glance for Wednesday, the 16th of April.
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ A state trooper — Rashaad Chestnut — is suspended and out on a $1,000 bond after he was arrested in Horry County for assault when video showed him punching a man in the parking lot of an IGA off Pint Creek Road in Longs. WMBF News
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ A former Pee Dee police chief is suing his former employer in federal court, accusing them of firing him because of his race — the lawsuit alleges civil rights violations. WMBF News
SPORTS NEWS
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Pee Dee Roundup 13th Annual Event
10 AM – 5 PM — Florence Center — $20 preregistration, $25 day of — Celebrate automotive excellence with awards, music, and prizes.
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The Biggest Spring Rodeo Reloaded
5-11:30 p.m. — 1533 Old Ebenezer Rd, Latta, SC — Tickets available — Experience the wildest ride of the season with bull riding, line dancing, and more.
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Sesame Street Live! Say Hello
2-3:30 p.m. — Florence Center — Ticket prices vary — Sing, dance, and play with your favorite Sesame Street characters in this family-friendly live show.
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HQ Origami Tulip Craft for Adults
5:30-6:30 p.m. — Florence County Library System — Free entry — Craft colorful origami tulips and enhance your folding skills.
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TODAY'S FOOD FOR THOUGHT
The price of freedom is eternal vigilance.
~ Thomas Jefferson
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