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Thursday, December 11th, 2025
Good morning, Florence. Here's your local news at a glance for Thursday, the 11th of December.
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ The Florence Christmas Parade will return on Dec. 13 from 11 a.m. to about 2 p.m. along its classic downtown route—beginning at Sunset Drive and Evans Street—and will feature community floats, food vendors, bands, dance troupes, and grand marshal Grace-Miller Moody from NBC’s The Voice. The Post and Courier
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ Florence 1 Schools completed their latest financial audit with a clean report for the fifth year; the report noted a record fund balance, exceeded revenues, and strong reserves from prudent spending. SCNow
- ➤ Francis Marion University (FMU) will offer eight Evening College courses in spring 2026 to boost professional and personal growth. Interested students should check with the university for registration details. SCNow
REAL ESTATE NEWS
- ➤ After three years of repairs to remove mold from 30 of 100 units, 41 residents will return to Creekside Village Apartments today in Florence — the housing authority spent about $2M on relocation and renovations funded by a $4M grant. WPDE
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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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Liberty Classic Cheer Competition
9-10:30 a.m. — Florence Center — Bids Offered: The ONE PRIME Finals Bids — Experience the excitement at the Spirit Solutions Liberty Classic cheerleading competition in Florence.
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