Good morning, Florence.

Maurice Simmons once lived a harsh life dealing drugs and facing jail, but he turned his life around and now runs a barbershop in Florence while mentoring Wilson High School students.

He transformed his past into a chance for new beginnings—using his experience to break old patterns—so others may find a better path.

A Florence man was identified as Melvin Anthony Gibson, 39, who died after being shot at Qulture Bistro’s parking lot—where a disturbance broke out on Mother’s Day—injuring six others.

On Sunday near Toledo Scale Road, a Cook Out employee and a customer argued and both pulled guns—deputies arrested them after the customer was shot and taken to the hospital.

Florence County Sheriff T.J.

Joye is working with the 12th Circuit Solicitor's Office to close the Red Circle Lounge on South Irby Street after deputies answered five or six shooting incidents over the past few years, including a Saturday 2:30 p.m. event where one person was shot in the head and now remains in critical condition — he said the violence is not acceptable — as plans are made to revoke the club's alcohol license.

The Florence-based Jonathan Foundation will host its 2nd Annual Brighter Days Conference on Tuesday, June 10 at the Florence Center at 3300 West Radio Drive; the event will focus on mental health support and community well-being.

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.

Pink Connect - Networking Event

6-9 p.m. — SiMT - Southeastern Institute of Manufacturing and Technology — Free entry — Experience empowering connections and vibrant community vibes with amazing vendors and professional headshots.