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Thursday, May 29th, 2025
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Good morning, Florence. Here's your local news at a glance for Thursday, the 29th of May.
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ A mother from Florence who lost her son while on duty spoke out after his murderer was sentenced—she said the process should not have gone that far. WMBF News
- ➤ On Monday night a shooting at a ball field on Macedonia Church Road in the Cash community left three teenagers injured and one dead—two men from Cheraw are in custody and charged with the teen’s murder while deputies search for a 17-year-old suspect and have charged three teen girls with accessory before and after the fact of felony murder, with all victims taken to hospitals in Florence. WPDE
- ➤ Deputies charged a second man in connection with a Florence County nightclub shooting earlier this month—authorities continue to investigate the incident. WMBF News
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ Carolina Country Music Fest has released a limited number of single-day tickets—offering local fans a unique chance to join the event. Ticket availability is very limited and could sell out quickly. WMBF News
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ South Carolina public schools will have the option to hire teachers who are not certified in a new five-year pilot program that allows up to 10% of a school's teaching staff if approved by the superintendent & the program runs until 2030. Supporters say it will help ease the teacher shortage, while critics worry about whether these alternative hires can effectively do the job. WBTW
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ State lawmakers signed a new law that will change liquor rules for bars and restaurants—aiming to lower insurance costs and make the justice system fairer. The law will take effect Jan. 1 and lets eligible establishments lower fees if they stop serving alcohol before midnight. WMBF News
SPORTS NEWS
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Country Style Cookoff 2025
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PowerUp Club Summer Camp
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Virtual Tour of Senior Living Community
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~ Soren Kierkegaard
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