Good morning, Florence.

Community members gathered Sunday evening for a live fundraising event hosted by Jordan's Way & helped W.A.R.M. raise funds to keep its shelter open and renovate its facility.

A community giveaway was held in Longs to provide families with free food, clothing, toys, household items, and back-to-school supplies, with donations coming from local residents.

Organizers plan another event before the school year begins to support more local families.

A severe storm injured two people today as it overturned a camper & downed about a dozen power poles, damaging several homes in Florence County.

A GasBuddy survey from Monday shows gas prices in South Carolina rising by 14.9 cents to an average of $3.55 per gallon, with stations charging from $3.15 to $4.69.

The data comes from a review of over 3,000 stations across the state.

Francis Marion University has opened registration for Fall 2026 Evening College noncredit courses, beginning the week of Aug.

24. Each course costs $10 and offers a flexible option for adult learners.

Boys & Girls Clubs of the Pee Dee Area has been named the 2026 Best Afterschool Program in South Carolina by the Best of South Carolina awards.

The organization serves over 3,000 young people each year with eight clubs in Florence, Hartsville, Hemingway, Johnsonville, Lake City and Pamplico.

The McLeod Health Foundation has received two grants totaling more than $1M to improve access to healthcare and medications in Florence County.

The Duke Endowment awarded $1,035,000 and an additional $535,000 will expand the Medication Access Team (from 24 clinics to 64) over the next two years.

FLO NIGHTS Live: Reggae Edition

7-10 p.m. — Leaf Lounge — Free entry — Experience raw vocals and real instruments at this vibrant Reggae celebration.