Florence Local News – Saturday, April 19th, 2025

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Saturday, April 19th, 2025

CRIME NEWS

➤ A woman was assaulted with an axe Friday morning at a home on Woods Bay Road in the Olanta community and taken to the hospital, plus officials say her injuries are not yet known and the suspect had left before deputies arrived. WPDE
➤ Florence County investigators say one person died in a shooting Friday morning on Meadors Road and a suspect is in custody—more details are expected soon. WPDE

EDUCATION NEWS

➤ After a 17-year-old student fell ill Monday from vaping in a Wilson High School bathroom and was taken to the hospital, a Florence mother asked who watches these areas—he soon got better after tests found nothing wrong, though he now faces a suspension hearing. WPDE

GOVERNMENT NEWS

➤ South Carolina attorney general Alan Wilson said a bill that would let him sign off on subpoenas may help speed up investigations into online child predators. The Senate passed the bill unanimously and it now awaits a House debate—lawmakers must act by May 8. WMBF News

HEALTH NEWS

➤ The 7-year-old son of Socastee High School’s head football coach is now cancer-free after four rounds of treatment for his rare leukemia, but he still needs a blood stem cell transplant scheduled for the end of this month+ his family remains thankful for his donor. WBTW

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FLORENCE EVENTS

EVENTS

SUBMIT EVENT

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.

Sat, 4/26/25

Saturday, April 26th, 2025
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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.

Sat, 5/3/25

Saturday, May 3rd, 2025
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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.

Thu, 5/8/25

Thursday, May 8th, 2025
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Legends Reimagined: Michael Jackson & Prince Tribute Night

10 p.m. — 1200 Jennie O'Bryan Ave — Free parking — Celebrate the iconic music of Michael Jackson and Prince with an electrifying tribute night featuring live performances.

Sat, 5/17/25

Saturday, May 17th, 2025
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The Masterworks Choir – A Concert of Hope for Our Time

6-7 p.m. — Francis Marion University Performing Arts Center — Ticket info not listed — Experience Beethoven’s Choral Fantasy performed by the Masterworks Choir under Dr. Will Carswell’s direction.

Sun, 5/18/25

Sunday, May 18th, 2025
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FLORENCE REAL ESTATE

REAL ESTATE

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FLORENCE JOB BOARD

JOB BOARD

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FLORENCE ANNOUNCEMENTS

ANNOUNCEMENTS

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