Good morning, Florence.

Florence-Darlington Technical College’s Automotive Technician Training Program earned national ASE Master Accreditation—this is the highest level of accreditation from the National Institute for Automotive Service Excellence.

The South Carolina Senate voted 24 to 15 to amend the budget to raise lawmakers’ in-district expenses from $1,000 a month to $2,500 a month—if approved by the House it will use an extra $3 million a year from taxpayers.

Lawmakers will discuss the amendment and the proposed budget in a meeting next month.

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.

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.

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.

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.

Carlton Group, LLC acquires Toledo Carolina, Inc.

We are pleased to announce that Carlton Group, LLC out of Greensboro, NC has acuired Toledo Carolina with locations in Florence SC, Lumberton, NC and Wilmington, NC. Toledo Carlina has been the areas Mettler Toledo Scale Industrial Distributor since 1967. This will allow us to maintain our trusted reputation that Toledo Scale has built over the years. We will operate as Carlton Group, LLC dba Toledo Carolina.