Florence
Today
Saturday, May 9th, 2026
Good morning, Florence. Here's your local news at a glance for Saturday, the 9th of May.
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ A local sculptor has crafted a 21-pound bronze trophy for the Myrtle Beach Classic — a striking piece of art — that will be awarded to the winner during the tournament. WPDE
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ Local businesses are offering summer reading rewards where kids earn prizes by reading books—Panda Express gives a free kids’ meal after five books, Barnes and Noble gives a free book with a reading journal after eight, and Pizza Hut and Chuck E. Cheese provide additional incentives. WFXB
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ The Florence Veteran’s Outpatient Clinic celebrated its official opening Friday — reflecting on its service since June — and continues to support local veterans in Florence. SCNow
- ➤ The American Cancer Society awarded McLeod Health Foundation $12.5K to help Pee Dee cancer patients get rides to treatment. Elizabeth Jones said the grant will remove barriers & improve access to care. The Post and Courier
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