Good morning, Florence.

The Florence County Coroner's Office confirmed that 55-year-old Cassandra Alston died in a mobile home fire around noon on Tuesday in Florence and her body will be autopsied at the Medical University of South Carolina later this week.

A dump truck driver died when his 2020 Freightliner left Hyman Road and hit a tree just before 9:30 a.m. on Wednesday morning in Florence County—about three miles west of Pamplico.

An event will be held on June 17 from 10am–1pm at the Florence Business Technology Center where the Better Business Bureau is partnering with Heritage Digital to offer free professional headshot photos for networking.

Attendees must RSVP to attend and will also learn about the BBB while connecting with other professionals.

Four people were arrested in Pee Dee after two teens were killed in a shooting that occurred during an alleged drug deal & attempted robbery last week.

Pharmacist Michelle Vargas said her two pharmacy stores have been broken into six times in the past year, which cost tens of thousands and may force her to close the town's only pharmacy — a 26-year-old suspect arrested Monday for breaking into the Olanta location is now under investigation by Darlington and other law enforcement agencies.

In Little River, an attorney for one of the 10 victims (shot during a party boat mass shooting) said the boat lacked proper security.

A man was sentenced to prison after pleading guilty to shooting at police during the 2023 Carolina Country Music Fest.

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.

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.

PowerUp Club Summer Camp

9 PM — South Florence High School — Free entry — Enjoy fun games, skits, and community bonding with a summer camp vibe.

Virtual Tour of Senior Living Community

9 AM - 7 PM — Florence Place — Free entry — Discover top-rated amenities and activities for senior living residents.

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.

Adventurous Scavenger Hunt in Florence

8 a.m.–5 p.m. — Florence County Library System — Ticketed event — Explore hidden gems in Florence while completing exciting challenges with friends and family.

Adventurous Scavenger Hunt in Florence

8-10 a.m. — Florence County Library System — Ticket required — Explore hidden gems of Florence with exciting challenges and photo activities.