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Saturday, June 21st, 2025
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Good morning, Florence. Here's your local news at a glance for Saturday, the 21st of June.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ The Care House of the Pee Dee on Second Loop Road in Florence has served nearly 10,000 children over 20 years by providing support for victims of abuse. Executive director Meg Temple said the center helps children affected by sexual and physical abuse—working with law enforcement, DSS, and community partners to ensure they get the care they need. WBTW
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ Police responded around 10:30 p.m. on Thursday to a domestic disturbance at a home on Simmons Street in Lake City—one person was fatally stabbed and another was hospitalized with a gunshot wound. WBTW
- ➤ A Florence 20-year-old man is accused of killing one person — and injuring another — in a disputed gun sale, according to the Florence Police Department. SCNow
- ➤ On May 20, a head-on collision on Olanta Highway claimed the life of deputy Nathaniel 'Nate' Ansay and injured driver Mark Browder, who sued the Sheriff's Office after the sheriff admitted fault due to rainy conditions — the lawsuit claims Ansay crossed the centerline, leading to the crash. The Post and Courier
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ The Florence County Judicial Center is now officially named for the late Councilman James T. Schofield—who served from 2007 until his death in 2020 and helped secure funding for the new courthouse. WPDE
SPORTS NEWS
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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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The 5th Annual Royal Princess Ball
1-5 p.m. — Homewood Suites by Hilton Florence — Tickets required for children — Experience a magical day filled with enchantment, dancing, and princesses.
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~ Henry Ford
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