Florence
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Tuesday, December 16th, 2025
Good morning, Florence. Here's your local news at a glance for Tuesday, the 16th of December.
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ Florence 1 Schools received its sixth consecutive clean audit during the November Board meeting, showing no issues and nearly $48 million in its 2025 fund balance — the largest in district history. WPDE
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ Suzanna’s Kitchen has recalled over 60,000 pounds of its eight-piece, fully-cooked, bone-in breaded chicken because the label does not list soy – a known allergen. The Food Safety and Inspection Service urged local eateries to discard any of the product found in their refrigerators. WFXB
LIFESTYLE NEWS
- ➤ The Better Business Bureau warns families in Florence about pet scams that spike during the holidays and urges them to check sellers carefully before buying new pets. WMBF News
REAL ESTATE NEWS
- ➤ Florence’s Planning Commission approved a 44-unit Cypress Pointe II townhome development off South Cashua Drive near 2nd Loop Road during its December meeting. The project spans 3.8 acres and includes 40 two-bedroom and four three-bedroom units. The Post and Courier
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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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