Good morning, Florence.

Florence readers took part in a Post and Courier Pee Dee poll that showed 41% picked Trader Joe’s as the next grocery store, with nearly 1,000 votes cast.

Trader Joe’s now has six locations in South Carolina—its closest store for Florence shoppers is in Myrtle Beach, while Costco and Whole Foods received fewer votes.

Florence's First Presbyterian Church will host a free community concert on November 6 featuring renowned concert pianist Dr. Benjamin Woods—professor emeritus at Francis Marion University.

Francis Marion University established new forestry scholarships funded by a Darla Moore Foundation donation to help address workforce needs in South Carolina's forestry industry — the program aims to train skilled professionals for future growth.

The FDA approved Kygevvi this week for treating TK2D—a rare, life-threatening disease that makes it hard for patients to move and breathe—in Florence.

Six-year-old Jeremiah, diagnosed as an infant, will keep taking the drug three times a day after studies showed it cuts the risk of death by 86%.

The West Florence girls tennis team celebrated winning the Lower State title — a milestone in local sports — after a strong tournament run.

They will compete in upcoming matches to build on their success this season.

Marty Stuart Live

7:30-11:30 p.m. — Francis Marion University Performing Arts Center — Tickets available — Experience Marty Stuart and His Fabulous Superlatives promoting their new album, Space Junk.

RNB & Southern Soul Rodeo

5:00 PM – 11:59 PM — ECA Fairgrounds — Free parking — Experience two days of authentic country fun with music, horses, and more.

Southern Songwriters with Patrick Davis

7-11 p.m. — Francis Marion University Performing Arts Center — Ticket information available soon — Experience a live TV taping featuring award-winning musicians in a celebration of South Carolina's rich cultural history.

FMU Concert Choir and Voice Collective Performance

7:30-10:30 p.m. — Francis Marion University Performing Arts Center — $10 for general public — Experience a captivating evening of choral music featuring renowned compositions and vocal talents.

Lights 4 Paws

5:30-8:30 p.m. — Lynches River County Park — Proceeds benefit local humane society — Experience a magical drive-thru light show to support pets in need.