Good morning, Florence.

PepsiCo’s Rolling Remembrance truck stopped at a Bojangles in Grande Dunes on June 5 to benefit the Children of Fallen Patriots Foundation—local groups including Blue Star Mothers and Rivertown Riders joined the event.

The ceremony featured remarks from Lt. Col James ‘JD’ Davis, a presentation of arms by the Vietnam Veterans Honor Guard and a national anthem performed by rising country star Maddie Rean.

A dump truck crashed into a tree at 9:30 a.m. on Hyman Road in Pamplico on Wednesday, killing Florence County Public Works employee Willie Lee Jr.—the Highway Patrol is investigating while an autopsy will be conducted at MUSC.

AESC announced yesterday that it paused construction at its Florence battery plant—citing market and policy uncertainty.

The company invested over $1 billion and will resume work when conditions improve.

A Pee Dee pharmacy owner said today that one of her businesses suffered another break-in—she has dealt with repeated burglaries and is seeking answers.

The Columbia VA Health Care System opened a new outpatient clinic this week at 1380 Celebration Blvd in Florence—providing primary care, mental health, social work, and lab services to veterans.

The clinic, which is over three times larger than the old facility, will serve thousands of veterans in the region.

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.