Good morning, Florence.

Florence County Library System is collecting office supplies for the CARE House of the Pee Dee in celebration of United Way of Florence County’s Day of Caring—donations will be accepted at all branches from Sept.

2 to Sept. 19 during normal hours.

More than 500 people gathered at Too Tough to Tame on Aug.

30 to honor fallen Florence Police Officer Sergeant Terrence Carraway—runners received T-shirts, swag bags, and a participation medal while funds went to the Terrence F. Carraway Foundation— marking an important tribute to his legacy.

Investigators with the Florence County Sheriff’s Office are asking for help to locate Ernest Gordon—an 86-year-old man with dementia who was last seen driving his silver Chrysler Pacifica at his Cobblestone Street residence in Florence late Saturday, and anyone with information is urged to call 843-665-2121 ext. 80175.

Florence resident Delaney MeSun Shin will receive an Emerging Artist grant from the South Carolina Arts Commission that provides up to $1,800 in funds and mentoring—she will use the support to advance her work that blends science and heritage in exploring her identity.

South Carolina's new hands-free law takes effect today, banning drivers from holding mobile devices while driving—violations will carry a $100 fine for the first offense after a 180-day warning period.

Carolina Food Truck Festival

12-9 p.m. — ECA Fairgrounds — From $17.85 — Experience a variety of delicious eats from the best food trucks in the Carolinas.