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Wednesday, November 26th, 2025
Good morning, Florence. Here's your local news at a glance for Wednesday, the 26th of November.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Today, South Carolina Secretary of State Mark Hammond announced that two nonprofits — AccessHealth Horry, Inc. of Conway and Greater Florence Habitat for Humanity, Inc. of Florence — were named among the 10 Angel charities for their community work. AccessHealth Horry dedicated 96.1% of its spending on programs and Greater Florence Habitat has helped families build affordable homes since 1991. WMBF News
- ➤ Over $400,000 has been allocated to regional food banks for emergency food response after a delay in federal SNAP benefits. The grants from Central Carolina Community Foundation’s One SC Fund went to Golden Harvest, Harvest Hope, Lowcountry and Second Harvest food banks — funding ranges from about $62,000 to $141,000. WMBF News
- ➤ Hundreds of families in Florence County received free Thanksgiving meals today including 400 food boxes and 500 frozen turkeys provided by law enforcement & businesses in an event organized by Serve & Connect; the third-year giveaway aims to build community trust during the holiday season. WMBF News
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ Florence School District 3 will hold stakeholder forums to gather community input for its superintendent search — the meetings are set for the coming weeks to guide the district's decision on new leadership. SCNow
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Florence Regional Airport will lose one of its three daily flights when American Airlines cancels its late-morning service starting Jan. 1, 2026 — the cut will last until at least March, and the airport hopes to bring back the flight and add a SkyWest flight through a grant. The Post and Courier
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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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Harlem Globetrotters Celebration
2-3:30 p.m. — Florence Center — Ticketed event — Celebrate 100 years of incredible basketball tricks and thrills with the iconic Harlem Globetrotters.
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Christmas on Cherokee Historic Home Tour
3:30-7:30 p.m. — 1201 Cherokee Rd, Florence, SC — Park & Ride available — Tour stunning historic homes, a lovely garden, and a church this holiday season.
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Lights 4 Paws
5:30-8:30 p.m. — Lynches River County Park — Donation-based — Enjoy a festive drive-thru light show supporting local humane society efforts.
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The Nutcracker by South Carolina Ballet
7-8:30 p.m. — Francis Marion University Performing Arts Center — Check the website for ticket info — Experience the magic of the holiday classic with the South Carolina Ballet ensemble.
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South Carolina Ballet - The Nutcracker
7 p.m. — Francis Marion University Performing Arts Center — Buy tickets now — Enjoy a timeless holiday classic performed by the South Carolina Ballet.
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