Sunday, May 25th, 2025

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Good morning, Florence. Here's your local news at a glance for Sunday, the 25th of May.
ACCIDENTS NEWS
- ➤ A procession of nearly 30 law enforcement vehicles and a helicopter moved through Lake City Saturday to honor Florence County Deputy Nathaniel Ansay, who was killed last week in a collision between his 2023 Ford SUV and a 2008 GMC SUV that injured the other driver, with a funeral scheduled for May 27 at 1 p.m. at Florence Baptist Temple—followed by interment at Florence Memorial Gardens. WBTW
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ Parents have filed a lawsuit against Maranatha Childcare Center, the Florence County Christian school and Free Will Baptist Church alleging a 15-year history of covering up child abuse and neglect after a January incident in which a 72-year-old employee assaulted a toddler — the suit claims officials ignored clear abuse reports and concealed over 20 incidents — while church leaders have not yet commented. WBTW
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ American flags were placed at Florence National Cemetery on Saturday ahead of a Memorial Day ceremony scheduled for Monday at 10 a.m. at 803 E. National Cemetery Road—this historic site holds over 15,000 graves dating back to its founding in 1865 and an expansion in the early 1980s. WBTW
SPORTS NEWS
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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.
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Country Style Cookoff 2025
10 a.m. - 8 p.m. — 3591 SC-38, Blenheim, SC — Refunds available up to 7 days prior — Experience premier Cookoff action with top Grill Masters and country BBQ fans.
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PowerUp Club Summer Camp
9 PM — South Florence High School — Free entry — Enjoy fun games, skits, and community bonding with a summer camp vibe.
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Virtual Tour of Senior Living Community
9 AM - 7 PM — Florence Place — Free entry — Discover top-rated amenities and activities for senior living residents.
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Grant Writing Workshop: Get Grant Ready
10 AM – 1 PM — SiMT - Southeastern Institute of Manufacturing and Technology — Free registration required — Master the art of grant writing and funding strategies for your nonprofit or business.
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