Florence
Today
Friday, October 3rd, 2025
Good morning, Florence. Here's your local news at a glance for Friday, the 3rd of October.
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ A state Legislative Audit Council report from September said that if South Carolina stopped accepting federal education funding, schools would need an extra $680M in costs + state officials must adjust the budget to close the gap. SCNow
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Candidate for governor Pamela Evette visited Holt Bros BBQ in Florence today—meeting with GOP members and undecided voters who are weighing her against Alan Wilson. Her visit shows she remains a competitive option in the race. SCNow
- ➤ Duke Energy and county officials will test the sirens at Robinson Nuclear Plant on October 8 from 1 p.m. to 5 p.m.—the alarms will sound for three minutes at a time. SCNow
- ➤ Creekside Village Apartments in Florence will reopen after nearly three years of vacancy due to mold, following $3.5M in repairs that replaced air units, plumbing, and windows. Forty-one former residents will move back in early November while the Housing Authority prioritizes seniors—59 spots remain open. The Post and Courier
- ➤ Florence County may require a special use permit for gatherings of 1,000 people or more, lowering the current threshold from 5,000. County officials are reviewing the change, and it will affect future public events. SCNow
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ Grand Strand Health broke ground for a new freestanding emergency room in Murrells Inlet on October 2, and the facility — over 10,000 square feet with more than 10 exam rooms and advanced imaging equipment — will offer 24/7 emergency care to Georgetown County residents. WPDE
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Nikolai Oskolkov Gallery Opening
5:30-6:30 p.m. — Florence County Library System — Free entry — Celebrate the opening of a captivating exhibit featuring the colorful works of artist Nikolai Oskolkov, complete with refreshments and live music.
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The Righteous Brothers Farewell Tour
7:30-11:30 p.m. — Francis Marion University Performing Arts Center — Cost info not provided — Enjoy legendary hits from the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame duo.
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