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...
For Immediate Release – June 8, 2026 Closure of Coit Street Planned for Stormwater System Upgrades Media Contacts: Clint Moore, Assistant City Manager – 843-665-2047 or cmoore@cityofflorencesc.gov FLORENCE, SC- In support of the Cedar/McQueen Stormwater Project, the general contractor will be closing Coit Street from Timrod Park Drive to Cherokee Road beginning June 15, 2026. Currently they...
For Immediate Release – June 5, 2026 The City of Florence Celebrates 46 Consecutive Years as a Tree City USA and its 19th Tree City USA Growth Award Media Contacts: Adam Swindler, Public Works Director – 843-665-3236 or aswindler@cityofflorencesc.gov FLORENCE, SC – The City of Florence is proud to announce its designation as a 2026 Tree City USA by the Arbor Day Foundation, marking its 46th...
For Immediate Release – June 4, 2026 Progress Update on Utility Improvements Media Contacts: Scotty Davis, City Manager – 843-665-3113 or sdavis@cityofflorencesc.gov Clint Moore, Assistant City Manager – 843-665-2047 or cmoore@cityofflorencesc.gov Michael Hemingway, Utility Planning & Economic Development Director - 843-665-3236 or mhemingway@cityofflorencesc.gov FLORENCE, SC- The City of Florence...
For Immediate Release – May 27, 2026 City of Florence Announces System-Wide Water Conservation Request Due to Extreme Drought Conditions Media Contacts: Scotty Davis, City Manager – 843-665-3113 or sdavis@cityofflorencesc.gov FLORENCE, SC – Although the community experienced much-needed rainfall over the weekend, and additional rain is forecast for this week, the amount received has not been...
The City’s Mosquito Abatement operations will begin Tuesday, May 26, 2026. Spraying will take place twice weekly throughout the municipal service area until all areas have been covered. Following the initial schedule, spraying will be provided as needed through resident call-in requests. Important Note for Beekeepers: If you are a beekeeper, please notify the Public Works Department at 843-665...
For Immediate Release – May 14, 2026 Jam Fest Returns to the City Center Farmers Market on Saturday, May 16th Media Contacts: Amanda Pope, Marketing, Communications, & Municipal Services Director 843-665-3113 or apope@cityofflorencesc.gov FLORENCE, SC – The long-awaited and sweet time of year is finally here! Come out and CELEBRATE the 6th Annual Jam Fest at the City Center Farmers Market on...
David McLeod Boulevard Update: The right eastbound lane on David McLeod Blvd. has reopened to traffic. This lane was closed due to work related to the Jeffries Creek Sewer Project. The City of Florence appreciates the public’s patience and cooperation as crews completed these necessary sewer system improvements. Attention Motorists Traveling David McLeod Boulevard: Beginning Wednesday, May 6, 2026...
For Immediate Release – May 8, 2026 Jeffries Creek Sanitary Sewer Phase I Project Public Information Meeting Media Contacts: Michael Hemingway, Economic Development & Utility Planning Director – 843-665-3170 or mhemingway@cityofflorencesc.gov FLORENCE, SC – The City of Florence and their consultant, CDM Smith, will host a public information meeting on Monday, June 8, 2026. The meeting will take...
We are incredibly grateful to the Petfinder Foundation for their generous support! Thanks to them, adoption fees for cats and dogs at the Jayne H. Boswell Animal Shelter are completely FREE from May 1 through May 30! For any questions, please call 843-629-5456. To learn more about the Petfinder Foundation, visit https://petfinderfoundation.org/.
