Here's your local news at a glance for Friday, the 24th of July.
Good morning, Florence.
🏘️ Community
A water main break on Forestbrook Road near Villa Woods Drive left residents without water for hours this morning.
City crews are working to repair the break and restore service.
🚧 Accidents
No injuries were reported after a fire damaged a commercial building in Florence on Thursday morning+ the Florence Fire Department confirmed the incident.
🎭 Culture
Salty Potter Co. is set to host a GMC demonstration ahead of National Clay Day to showcase its unique pottery techniques, inviting locals to learn hands-on methods; details on the event’s timing and location are forthcoming.
🎓 Education
A free self-defense class for college women is scheduled this fall in Florence and will teach safety techniques to help students feel more secure on campus.
The training offers practical skills for those heading to college.
🏥 Health
Local health officials held a Q&A about the planned groundbreaking for MUSC Hollings Cancer Center at Florence Medical Center.
They explained the new facility will soon expand cancer care services (more details are pending).
🏈 Sports
The McLeod for Health Florence Open returns next week at Dr. Eddie Floyd Florence Tennis Center (qualifying rounds start at 10 a.m. on July 27 with finals on Aug.
2), drawing nearly 65 top women players and supporting breast cancer awareness.
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