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Thursday, November 6th, 2025
Good morning, Florence. Here's your local news at a glance for Thursday, the 6th of November.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Britney Hauser from Kind Keeper Animal Rescue visited the Carolina AM set today with adoptable dog Jules—she highlighted more animals available for adoption and the group's upcoming Snack & Craft Festival this Saturday, Nov 8. The event aims to bring the community together to support pet adoption. WFXB
BUSINESS NEWS
- ➤ Eric Moore of United Roofing appeared in the studio to explain how the coming cold weather affects roofs—he said residents can take key steps to winterize their homes and should call for a free inspection at 843-455-4350. WFXB
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ Francis Marion University is hosting the Pee Dee Fiction and Poetry Festival in Florence today and tomorrow — marking its 18th year with free panels, readings, and book signings featuring Ken Autrey, Essie Chambers, Marcus Wicker and Dalihana Alfonseca. The event is held at Lowrimore Auditorium — located at 4822 E Palmetto St, and it also features sessions with local student work in collaboration with Snow Island Review. The Post and Courier
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ State officials warned that the government shutdown is threatening the Low-Income Home Energy Assistance Program, which helps low-income families with heating and cooling for their homes. Local groups such as the Waccamaw Economic Opportunity Council and the Salvation Army in Horry County reported increased challenges as they work with federal representatives to resolve the crisis—if funding does not resume soon, many families may lose essential support. WMBF News
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ MUSC Health Florence Medical Center became the first hospital in South Carolina to use Abbott's rapid bedside test—this new method helps doctors detect heart attacks faster and more accurately. SCNow
- ➤ St. Luke Church will host a pancake breakfast fundraiser to benefit the Parkinson’s Foundation and honor veterans this Saturday, Nov. 8, from 8 a.m. to noon at 1201 Cherokee Rd #2 in Florence. SCNow
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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Wiggle 2 the Finish 5K
9 AM – 3 PM — Florence, SC — Registration fee required — Participate in a fun-filled 5K supporting Bullies 2 the Rescue.
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