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Join us for the 8th Annual Panting for Paws on Saturday, September 26, at West Florence High School (221 N. Beltline Drive)! 10K Race: 7:45 AM 5K Race: 8:00 AM All proceeds go directly to benefit the Darlington County Humane Society and the Florence Area Humane Society. Ready to participate? Scan the QR code or register online here: https://runsignup.com/Race/SC/Florence/PANTINGFORPAWS5KVirtual5K...

City of Florence Accepting Applications for Third Round of South Carolina Opioid Recovery Grant Funding FLORENCE, S.C. – The City of Florence is now accepting applications for the third round of South Carolina Opioid Recovery Fund (SCORF) grant funding. Eligible organizations are encouraged to apply for funding that supports programs and initiatives aimed at addressing the impact of the opioid...

For Immediate Release –July 18, 2026 City of Florence Receives Municipal Achievement Award for Public Safety at the Municipal Association of South Carolina Annual Meeting Media Contacts: Scotty Davis, City Manager – 843-665-3113 or sdavis@cityofflorencesc.gov FLORENCE, SC – Today at the Municipal Association of South Carolina’s (MASC) Annual Meeting, the City of Florence was honored by receiving a...

PROJECT: Malden Drive Sewer Forcemain and Lift Station Upgrades Starting Tuesday, July 21, 2026, the City of Florence will begin upgrades to the sewer forcemain and lift station on Malden Drive. Complete Utilities, the general contractor for the project, will be working from approximately Wakefield Street to Second Loop Road along Malden as part of this improvement. The project is expected to take...

For Immediate Release – July 11, 2026 Boil Water Repeal Media Contacts: Josh Whittington, Utilities Director – 843-665-3236 or jwhittington@cityofflorence.com FLORENCE, SC – The City of Florence precautionary boil water advisory for the customers located off Pamplico Highway in the Pine Forest, Parkwood, and Olde Mill Subdivisions is lifted. Following intense flushing of the distribution system...

The City of Florence is now accepting fiscal year 2026-2027 Accommodations Tax applications for eligible not-for-profit agencies. This application is intended for organizations interested in applying for funding aimed at promoting tourism, specifically to attract and cater to tourists visiting the Florence area. Online applications and all supporting documentation must be received no later than...

For Immediate Release – July 9, 2026 Boil Water Advisory Media Contacts: Josh Whittington, Utilities Director – 843-665-3236 or jwhittington@cityofflorencesc.gov FLORENCE, SC – The City of Florence is issuing a Boil Water Advisory for Florence water customers located in Pine Forest, Olde Mill, and Parkwood Subdivisions. Water service has been disrupted for customers due to a contractor damaging a...

The City of Florence was recently recognized as the Gold Level Runner-Up for United Way's 2026 Campaign Excellence Award. The Gold Level recognizes organizations with total campaign contributions between $40,000 and $69,999, and City of Florence employees contributed an impressive $52,643.82 during this year's campaign. For more than 30 years, City of Florence employees have generously supported...

For Immediate Release – July 6, 2026 City of Florence Introduces New Water Resource Director Media Contacts: Scotty Davis, City Manager, sdavis@cityofflorencesc.gov or 843-665-3113 FLORENCE, SC – The City of Florence welcomes Sarah Hickman as the City’s new Water Resources Director. Sarah is a Florence native, and a proud graduate of South Florence High School. She earned a Bachelor of Science in...

UPDATE 07/02/2026: BOIL WATER REPEAL FLORENCE, SC – The City of Florence precautionary boil water advisory for the businesses and residents located along the 1900 – 2500 Blocks of South Irby Street, 2350 Freedom Boulevard, 2401 Freedom Boulevard, Federal Court, Hutchinson Avenue, Grace Drive, East Carolyn Avenue, and Toledo Scale Road is lifted. Following intense flushing of the distribution...

Bee City Takeover 2026 BUZZ on over to 200 Sanborn Street for a special pollinator celebration, happening Saturday, June 20th from 9 AM to 1 PM! Get ready to have a BEE-utiful time exploring everything offered: Local beekeepers and hive demonstrations, Pollinator-friendly plants and themed products, Kids-friendly crafts and activities, Ways to protect our pollinator friends, AND Lots of local...

For Immediate Release – June 10, 2026 City Council Reaffirms Support for Florence Regional Airport Funding Media Contacts: Mayor Lethonia Barnes – 843-665-3170 or lbarnes@cityofflorencesc.gov FLORENCE, SC – The Florence City Council is reaffirming its strong support for continued investment in the Florence Regional Airport, recognizing the airport as a vital asset to the community, a driver of...