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Wednesday, April 23rd, 2025
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Good morning, Florence. Here's your local news at a glance for Wednesday, the 23rd of April.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Palmetto Housing, owner of Florence’s Community Grocery Store funded with $3.3 million to fight the food desert and run by Tim Waters, has listed the building for sale after alleging lease violations. Waters, who rebranded the store after Save A Lot ended its license, has asked for community support online—prompting concerns that a new owner may not continue providing fresh food. The Post and Courier
- ➤ Florence Regional Airport is hosting Aviation Day on Monday, April 28th from 12 p.m. to 7 p.m. — the event will offer food, drinks and prizes while featuring a pilot recruitment session and flight school demonstration to reconnect residents with the airport's role in local economic growth. WPDE
ACCIDENTS NEWS
- ➤ Crews contained a diesel fuel spill on Interstate 95 at the Highway 52 ramp in Florence after a tractor-trailer's fuel tank failed — state agencies then took over cleanup and roadway restoration. WBTW
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ Florence Little Theatre presents Jersey Boys, the musical about Frankie Valli and the Four Seasons, and WFXB FOX TV is giving away five pairs of tickets for the Saturday night show — the contest offers a chance for local theater fans to attend the live performance. WFXB
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ Florence School District 3 named Kasey Miles Feagin as interim superintendent after Dr. Laura Hickson announced her retirement at the end of May, and she will lead the district's transition. Feagin is a 26-year employee (former principal of Lake City High School) and chief operations officer (a key district leader) chosen by the Board of Trustees from internal candidates. WBTW
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ A Marion County family that lost their daughter in a fatal crash last August has gathered nearly 700 signatures on a petition urging lawmakers and SCDOT to widen Highway 378 to four lanes—arguing that a wider road will offer more room for drivers to maneuver and help reduce crashes. WPDE
- ➤ Florence County Magistrate Tommy G. Mourounas was suspended on April 21 by the South Carolina Supreme Court for misconduct—he had also been suspended in June 2024 for failing to report for duty, and the chief magistrate will take steps to minimize disruption to court operations during his absence. The Post and Courier
SPORTS NEWS
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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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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.
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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.
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