Thursday, June 26th, 2025

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Good morning, Florence. Here's your local news at a glance for Thursday, the 26th of June.
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ Florence County sheriff TJ Joye said a 16-year-old lost his life in an overnight shooting at the 400 block of North 1st Neck Road in the Johnsonville area and deputies are close to making an arrest. WMBF News
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ A new $100 million behavioral health facility in Florence is nearing completion as the Jean and Hugh K Leatherman Behavioral Care Pavilion prepares to offer crisis stabilization, triage, telehealth, outpatient and inpatient care—and expand support for teens. The center, a collaboration among McLeod Health, the South Carolina Department of Mental Health, Francis Marion University and Hope Health, is set to open in early September at 121 East Cedar St. WPDE
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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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