Good morning, Florence.

Coastal Carolina University has begun phase two of a $7.4 million project on University Boulevard near Highway 544, expanding the upgrade that will improve local road access.

McLeod Regional Medical Center opened its EmPATH Unit for children in crisis; the 15-bed facility in Florence provides immediate treatment and therapy (with state funding and Duke Endowment support).

Grief expert Melissa Hull shared her personal loss on Carolina AM set today — after losing her four-year-old son to drowning, she guides parents in choosing healing and building a life beyond grief.

Today, as summer begins, health experts advise residents to drink water and wear light clothing—especially children and older adults—to avoid heat exhaustion; utility officials suggest closing blinds early and pre-cooling homes to save energy.

Vickie Winans Gospel Concert

5-9 p.m. — Francis Marion University Performing Arts Center — Ticket details TBA — Celebrate Wilson High School's 160th anniversary with Grammy nominee Vickie Winans in an exciting gospel music event.