Wednesday, November 27th, 2024

Supporting our sponsors is one of the best ways to support Florence Today.
Good morning, Florence. Here's your local news at a glance for Wednesday, the 27th of November.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Blue Star Mothers of Coastal Carolina aims to honor fallen servicemembers with over 16,000 holiday wreaths at Florence National Cemetery, despite challenges posed by Hurricane Helene recovery. WMBF News
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ Three individuals were injured in a shooting on Park Avenue in Florence's Olanta community, with non-life-threatening injuries, per Sheriff T. J. Joye. WPDE
- ➤ A 20-year-old named Javonte Bass was charged with attempted murder after a stabbing in Florence County following a verbal then physical altercation. WFXB
ECONOMY NEWS
- ➤ The Small Business Administration is offering Economic Injury Disaster Loans to South Carolina entities affected by Tropical Storm Debby, though funding is currently exhausted and pending Congressional replenishment. WPDE
- ➤ Cheney Brothers Inc. is set to open its first distribution center in Florence, S.C., marked by a groundbreaking event for the 386,000-square-foot facility. WFXB
ENVIRONMENT NEWS
- ➤ The U.S. Department of Agriculture is investigating allegations from PETA about the death of 18 long-tailed macaques at the Alpha Genesis facility in South Carolina due to a heater malfunction. The Post and Courier
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ The South Carolina Department of Transportation plans to replace aging I-95 bridges to improve safety and efficiency, hosting a public meeting to discuss the project. SCNow
- ➤ A protest by Gerald Malloy regarding the South Carolina Senate District 29 race recount, where he lost by 87 votes to J.D. Chaplin, will be heard on December 3. WPDE
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ TODAY'S SPONSOR This compact, easy-to-use rangefinder is packed with features like slope adjustment, flag-lock with vibration feedback, and a USB-C rechargeable battery. Lightweight and accurate, it’s a great choice for casual or beginner golfers looking for reliable performance. The Buy
Supporting our sponsors is one of the best ways to support Florence Today.
-
SCDT Nutcracker Performance
The SCDT Nutcracker is a ballet performance taking place at the Francis Marion University Performing Arts Center.
-
South Carolina Ballet Presents The Nutcracker
This classical ballet production offers a magical experience with romance and adventure, featuring intricate choreography and custom-made backdrops inspired by Southern charm.
-
South Carolina Ballet - The Nutcracker
The South Carolina Ballet presents a magical production of The Nutcracker, featuring a blend of traditional choreography with vibrant, custom-designed backdrops, making it a spectacular holiday experience for families and couples.
No new real estate listings today. You can submit one here.
No new job posts today. You can submit one here.
No new community announcements today. You can submit one here.

A Budget-Friendly Golf Rangefinder with Premium Features
The REVASRI NK‑1000 rangefinder is a surprisingly capable option for golfers who want accuracy without spending a fortune.
Priced under $50, it includes features like slope adjustment, flag-lock with vibration feedback, and a rechargeable USB-C battery. Plus, it’s compact and lightweight, easily locks onto targets, and seamlessly switches between yards and meters. It’s a great pick for casual or new golfers looking for reliable performance at a wallet-friendly price point.
Bonus: Shop more top-rated and best-selling golf products.
Supporting our sponsors is one of the best ways to support Florence Today.
TODAY'S FOOD FOR THOUGHT
The reward for conformity is that everyone likes you but yourself.
~ Rita Mae Brown
About Florence Today
Welcome to the Florence Today, your community newsletter that's anything but snooze-worthy, packed with positive, impactful local news + events across the Florence, South Carolina community. If you like the Florence Today, support us by subscribing to our email newsletter and sharing us with your friends and family in Florence.
Advertising Opportunities
Advertising with us will make sure you stay at the top of everyone's mind—in Florence and across South Carolina. You can learn more here. We'll work together to build a custom plan to hit your goals this year.
Alternatively, you can submit events, announcements, real estate listings, and job postings. We'll include them in our newsletter on whichever dates you like.
Community, delivered
Our hyper-local media company activates communities through daily email newsletters that curate the most positive, impactful local news + events – all for free.
Subscribe to Florence Today
A free Florence community newsletter.
- Daily local news
- We curate the most positive, impactful local news + events.
- 6AM City
- A publication of 6AM City, the nation's leading local newsletter-first media network. Nominate your city.

© 6AM City Inc. 2025. All rights reserved. Privacy Policy. Terms of Service. Questions? Contact us here
Sitemap: https://florencetodaynews.com/sitemap