Monday, October 6th, 2025
Good morning, Florence. Here's your local news at a glance for Monday, the 6th of October.
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ City of Florence, Housing Authority of Florence and Francis Marion University will host an unveiling ceremony for the Dr. Iola Jones Park historical marker—official details are to be announced. SCNow
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ The South Carolina Department of Public Health confirmed eight measles cases in the Upstate region as of Oct. 1 and warned that unknown sources in two cases point to wider infection — officials urged vaccination and quarantine while an emergency doctor noted no local cases in Florence yet. WMBF News
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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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Pee Dee IceCats vs. Columbus River Dragons
7:15-9:15 p.m. — Florence Center — Tickets start at $56 — Witness an electrifying ice hockey showdown in Florence, SC.
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Foodees Food and Culture Festival
1-7 p.m. — Magnolia Mall — Free entry — Experience a spooktacular food truck festival with gourmet bites and family-friendly crafts in Florence.
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Pecan Festival
11:30 a.m. – 7 p.m. — Florence Downtown Development Corp. — Free entry — Enjoy family-friendly activities like coloring pages and puzzles at the library's tent.
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