Wednesday, September 17th, 2025
Good morning, Florence. Here's your local news at a glance for Wednesday, the 17th of September.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ The Florence County Library System unveiled its redesigned website and launched a monthly newsletter today—improving accessibility and engagement for local patrons. SCNow
BUSINESS NEWS
- ➤ The P1 parking deck along Farrow Parkway at Market Common reopened after being closed since June for maintenance and upgrades — the work included structural repairs, new lighting, fresh paint and new generator and HVAC systems. The reopening follows similar repairs on the P2 deck on Deville Street, with total upgrade costs of about $3 million. WFXB
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ In September—suicide prevention month—students from USC and FMU share advice and key statistics to help identify warning signs and encourage vital conversations that connect those at risk with support. The Post and Courier
- ➤ HopeHealth received a Gold Level Advocacy Center of Excellence designation from NACHC for its strong institutional advocacy efforts—this award marks its commitment to advancing health priorities. SCNow
TODAY'S FOOD FOR THOUGHT
Love your enemies, do good to those who hate you, bless those who curse you, pray for those who mistreat you.
~ Jesus
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