Get ready, Florence, this weekend is going to be a cold one! Temperatures are expected to drop as low as 18° into Monday morning. Make sure you are taking the necessary precautions to prepare your home, and if you own multiple properties, those as well. For more winter weather preparation tips, click here: https://mailchi.mp/3e8c4b1a7281/weather-ready-resources

Did you know you can receive alerts directly to your phone about city office closures, updates to the sanitation collection schedule, upcoming city events, and so much more? Text “Hey Cy” to (855) 964-3929 to sign up for City of Florence text alerts now! #CityofFlorenceSC

If you haven't already, make sure to submit a photo of your best holiday décor no later than tomorrow at midnight for a chance to win a $50 or $25 gift card! Click here for more details: https://tinyurl.com/2njtesc3

Yesterday, the City of Florence Fire Department and City of Florence Police Department joined forces for the DDSN Adopt-A-Dorm Christmas program. We’re incredibly proud of these departments for their continued service and unwavering commitment to our community!

Attention! The City of Florence Utilities Department will conduct a scheduled water leak repair tonight, December 10, 2025, beginning at 11:30 pm in the Five Points Area. To safely complete the repair, the two inner lanes traveling eastbound and westbound on Palmetto Street will be closed, while all other lanes will remain open. Click here to view the full press release: https://www.cityofflorencesc.gov/news/scheduled-water-repair-five-points-area-tonight-december-10-2025 #CityofFlorenceSC

Join the City of Florence Team! We’re hiring across departments. Explore all available positions here: https://cityofflorencesc.munisselfservice.com/ess/employmentopportunities/ Be part of something bigger—help shape the future of Florence! #CityofFlorenceSC #FullLifeFullForward

Today, on behalf of the Duke Energy Foundation, Mindy Higgs Taylor presented the Duke Energy Foundation Grant for $10,000 to support the City of Florence Weatherization Programs through our Community Services Department. Thank you, Duke Energy Foundation, for this generous donation!

Resolution No. 2025-48 was presented at the regular City Council meeting on December 8, 2025. A Resolution of Recognition for Foster Care Crisis Awareness in the City of Florence. #CityofFlorenceSC

Resolution No. 2025-47 was presented at the regular City Council meeting on December 8, 2025. A Resolution of Recognition for Dr. John A. Keith, III, in honor of his contributions to the revitalization and sustained growth of downtown Florence, South Carolina. #CityofFlorenceSC

Today, at the regular City Council meeting on December 8, 2025, Hazle Wilson was recognized for her 20 years of service to the City of Florence Justice and Law Department. The City thanks you for your commitment and dedication! #CityofFlorenceSC