Thursday, April 23rd, 2026
Good morning, Florence. Here's your local news at a glance for Thursday, the 23rd of April.
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ Florence After 5 will take place on April 24 on South Dargan Street between Evans and Cheves, offering live music, food, drinks and dancing. The event features different bands, vendor ticketing and an afterparty at James Allen Plaza + free admission for all. The Post and Courier
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ Florence County School District 2 will waive tuition for nonresident students for the 2026-2027 school year to widen access to quality education; district officials say enrollment details will follow. SCNow
ENVIRONMENT NEWS
- ➤ Florence city and county officials discussed a potential conservation partnership for the creeks, including Jeffries Creek, after a March sewage spill brought E. coli and odors. Officials said cleanup plans and improvements could begin in coming months. The Post and Courier
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ City and county leaders discussed plans to revive the long-unused Memorial Stadium during a recent conference, considering a modern amphitheater as one option to boost community safety and activity. They will decide the stadium's future through a formal vote. WPDE
- ➤ Florence County Council approved FILOT & special revenue credits for an existing company that will invest $38.9 million and create 108 jobs in the county. SCNow
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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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Small Business Success Summit
10 a.m. – 2 p.m. — Honda of South Carolina Manufacturing — Free entry — Equip yourself with tools and resources to grow your small business in the vibrant community of Florence.
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