Friday, May 22nd, 2026
Good morning, Florence. Here's your local news at a glance for Friday, the 22nd of May.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Local residents have pushed back against a proposed mobile home community of 104 units on Arthur Road, raising concerns about road safety and emergency access. They have gathered nearly 986 signatures on a petition while county planning reviews whether the project meets local infrastructure needs. WPDE
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ Florence 1 Schools received nearly $150K from The School Foundation for 7 education projects for the 2026-2027 school year, announced by chair Trisha Caulder. West Florence High will use $42,700 to boost driving simulation training while Lester Elementary and others receive funds to enhance learning environments + student skills. The Post and Courier
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ The Florence Planning Commission reapproved an 85-home Wild Bird Run subdivision, marking the final phase of the project — paving the way for future development in the area. SCNow
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