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Monday, June 9th, 2025
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Good morning, Florence. Here's your local news at a glance for Monday, the 9th of June.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Nine scouts from First Presbyterian Church earned their Eagle Scout awards last month + they achieved a combined 85 years of scouting experience under the guidance of Scoutmaster Brandon Hylton. SCNow
- ➤ The public is invited to attend Rev. Daniel L. Simmons Day events in Mullins later this month — officials say details will be shared locally as the community honors Simmons’s contributions. SCNow
- ➤ Field Fastener held its annual Golf Playday at County Club of SC on May 21 and raised $23,550 for United Way of Florence County to support local programs — nearly 30 teams and several corporate sponsors joined the event. The Post and Courier
ACCIDENTS NEWS
- ➤ Crews responded to a multi-vehicle crash in Florence County—causing several injuries and blocking lanes. WMBF News
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ The Senior Farmers’ Market Nutrition Program will provide low-income seniors $50 to buy fresh produce from approved locations in 2025—offering an opportunity for South Carolina seniors to access healthier food. SCNow
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ Researchers at Oklahoma State University said on June 8th that the Asian Longhorned Tick—native to East Asia—has been found in many states, including South Carolina, and can kill cattle by causing severe blood loss. They urged ranchers to check their cattle more than once a year and to call a vet if the tick is discovered. WBTW
SPORTS NEWS
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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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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.
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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.
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