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Thursday, October 9th, 2025
Good morning, Florence. Here's your local news at a glance for Thursday, the 9th of October.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Florence County Humane Society received a $100,000 grant to reopen its long-closed spay and neuter clinic — renovations are nearly complete but further funding is needed for equipment before an official opening can be set, a step that should help ease shelter overcrowding. The society plans to offer low-cost pet care to residents soon. The Post and Courier
- ➤ Britney Hauser of Kind Keeper Animal Rescue visited the Carolina AM set today with Pinto — the group urges locals to see adoptable pets and check October events on their website. WFXB
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ Pee Dee Equality is hosting its second annual Pride in the Pee Dee event at City Center Market in downtown Florence — the event will showcase community support for equal rights. SCNow
- ➤ Conway’s Halloween display draws many visitors from nearby states and Canada, though some locals like Patricia Sprowls say the spooky decorations go too far and show evil themes. A city spokesperson said the record turnout boosts local business—officials have not yet responded to the concerns. WPDE
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ The ongoing government shutdown, now nearing one week, has forced local groups like Harvest Hope Food Bank to face major cuts to food supplies and prompted state programs such as WIC and SNAP to plan for potential adjustments if funding falls further. Officials said SNAP benefits will be paid for October and warned that if Congress does not extend tax credits by December 31 up to 30% of those insured may lose coverage—leading to widespread concern. WPDE
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ More than 1,200 walkers gathered on Saturday, Oct. 4 at the Francis Marion University Performing Arts Center to take part in the Pee Dee Heart Walk that promoted a heart-healthy future. SCNow
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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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