Florence Business News
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First Reliance Bancshares Reports Strong Financial Growth
Florence, South Carolina, October 26, 2025 First Reliance Bancshares, Inc. First Reliance Bancshares, Inc. is a bank holding company headquartered in Florence, South Carolina, serving the local community with a diverse...
Florence, SC Sees Competitive Gas Prices Amid National Averages
Florence, SC, October 25, 2025 Florence Gas Prices Florence Gas Prices is a regional fuel price service that provides up-to-date information on gasoline costs within Florence, South Carolina. Established to assist...
Florence, South Carolina Sees Competitive Gas Prices
Florence, South Carolina, October 25, 2025 Florence Gas & Fuel Florence Gas & Fuel is a locally operated fuel retailer specializing in providing competitive and affordable gasoline options to residents and...
Cumulus Media Restructures Radio Programming in Florence
Florence, South Carolina, October 25, 2025 Cumulus Media Cumulus Media is a leading American broadcasting company specializing in radio station programming and media services. Founded with a focus on delivering diverse...
Florence Approves New Townhome Developments to Meet Housing Demand
Florence, October 21, 2025 Florence Housing Development Authority Florence Housing Development Authority is a prominent organization committed to addressing the growing housing needs of the city of Florence. Established to promote...
New Italian Restaurant Opens in Santa Monica
Santa Monica, California, October 17, 2025 Florence Osteria Pizza e Vino Florence Osteria Pizza e Vino is a contemporary Italian restaurant located at 413 Santa Monica Blvd in Santa Monica, California....
Florence Welcomes New Businesses to Downtown Scene
Florence, October 12, 2025 El Venue of Florence El Venue of Florence is an upcoming versatile events center located at 157 W. Evans St. in downtown Florence. The business is currently...
Columbia Celebrates Fast-Growing Companies
Columbia, SC, October 11, 2025 Signature Wealth Group Signature Wealth Group is a financial services firm headquartered in Florence, South Carolina. Established with the mission to provide personalized financial planning and...
New Shopping Center Planned for Florence, SC
Florence, SC, October 11, 2025 The Morgan Companies The Morgan Companies, based in Charlotte, North Carolina, is a prominent real estate development firm with a diverse portfolio that includes hotels, office...
Finance
First Reliance Bancshares Reports Strong Financial Growth
Florence, South Carolina, October 26, 2025 First Reliance Bancshares, Inc. First Reliance Bancshares, Inc. is a bank holding company headquartered in Florence, South Carolina, serving the local community with a diverse...
Florence, South Carolina Sees Competitive Gas Prices
Florence, South Carolina, October 25, 2025 Florence Gas & Fuel Florence Gas & Fuel is a locally operated fuel retailer specializing in providing competitive and affordable gasoline options to residents and...
Columbia Celebrates Fast-Growing Companies
Columbia, SC, October 11, 2025 Signature Wealth Group Signature Wealth Group is a financial services firm headquartered in Florence, South Carolina. Established with the mission to provide personalized financial planning and...
Systel Business Equipment Announces New Executive Leadership Team
Columbia, SC, October 10, 2025 Systel Business Equipment Founded in 1981 by Keith Allison, Systel Business Equipment has grown from a local office equipment dealer into the largest independent office equipment...
McLeod Health Announces Key Appointments and Initiatives
Florence, October 6, 2025 McLeod Health McLeod Health is a comprehensive healthcare organization serving the regions of South Carolina and eastern North Carolina. Established as a leading provider of medical services,...
Mortgage Rates Drop to Lowest in Ten Months
Florence Real Estate & Mortgage Services Florence Real Estate & Mortgage Services has been serving the Florence, SC community for over a decade, providing expert guidance in property sales and...
Canfor Closes Darlington and Estill Sawmills Amid Economic Challenges
Canfor Corp. Canfor Corporation is a Canada-based leading solid wood products company with a significant international presence, operating over 50 facilities across Canada, the United States, and Europe. Founded in...
Florence Welcomes New Headquarters for M&P Logistics
M&P Logistics LLC Founded in 2011, M&P Logistics LLC is a woman-owned logistics brokerage that has experienced rapid growth across Kentucky, Florida, and California. Recognized by Inc. magazine on the...
U.S. Job Market Overview: Resilience Amid Economic Challenges
Florence Workforce Solutions Florence Workforce Solutions is a leading employment agency dedicated to connecting skilled professionals with top-tier employers in the Florence area. Established over a decade ago, the company...
CONSTRUCTION
Florence Approves New Townhome Developments to Meet Housing Demand
Florence, October 21, 2025 Florence Housing Development Authority Florence Housing Development Authority is a prominent organization committed to addressing the growing housing needs of the city of Florence. Established to promote...
Florence Welcomes New Businesses to Downtown Scene
Florence, October 12, 2025 El Venue of Florence El Venue of Florence is an upcoming versatile events center located at 157 W. Evans St. in downtown Florence. The business is currently...
New Shopping Center Planned for Florence, SC
Florence, SC, October 11, 2025 The Morgan Companies The Morgan Companies, based in Charlotte, North Carolina, is a prominent real estate development firm with a diverse portfolio that includes hotels, office...
Florence SC Home Prices Surge Amid Increased Inventory
Florence, South Carolina, October 4, 2025 Florence Real Estate Group Florence Real Estate Group is a leading real estate company based in Florence, South Carolina, with a rich history of helping...
Chavez-Deremer and Fry Address Economic Development in SC
AESC Electric Battery Plant AESC Electric Battery Plant is a major manufacturing facility located in Florence, South Carolina. Established with an estimated investment of $1.6 billion, it focuses on producing...
Florence, South Carolina Sees Rising Home Prices Amid Increased Inventory
Florence Housing Solutions Florence Housing Solutions is a prominent real estate development and consulting company based in Florence, South Carolina. Established to meet the growing demand for housing in the...
Florence County Approves New Residential Developments
Florence County Planning Commission The Florence County Planning Commission is a key governmental entity dedicated to fostering sustainable growth and development within Florence County, South Carolina. Established to oversee land...
Columbia to Unveil The Lantern Hotel in Historic Fire Station
Raines Development Raines Development, based in Florence, South Carolina, is a prominent hospitality development company recognized for creating lifestyle hotels and enriching regional hospitality landscapes. With extensive experience managing projects...
Florence Advances Infrastructure Plans Amid AESC Construction Pause
AESC (Automotive Energy Supply Corporation) AESC is a leading manufacturer of electric vehicle batteries, with a significant investment focus in South Carolina. The company originally announced an $810 million investment...
Marketing
Adams Outdoor Advertising Acquires Billboards in Brunswick County
Brunswick County, NC, October 3, 2025 Adams Outdoor Advertising Adams Outdoor Advertising is the fourth-largest out-of-home advertising company in the United States, specializing in high-impact marketing campaigns through a diverse portfolio...
AESC Pauses Battery Cell Facility Construction in Florence
Envision Automotive Energy Supply Co. (AESC) Envision Automotive Energy Supply Co. (AESC) is a leading manufacturer specializing in battery cell production for the electric vehicle industry. Established in Florence, South...
Florence Launches KFB Trash Tracker to Combat Litter Issue
Keep Florence Beautiful Keep Florence Beautiful (KFB) is a community-focused organization dedicated to promoting environmental stewardship and enhancing the quality of life in Florence County. Established with the goal of...
Myrtle Beach Faces Thunderstorms While Florence Welcomes Publix
News Summary Myrtle Beach is bracing for strong thunderstorms with a Severe Thunderstorm Watch in effect until 5 PM. Meanwhile, Florence prepares to welcome its first Publix store, bringing 140...
Florence Regional Airport Gets New Executive Director
News Summary The Florence Regional Airport is set for a new chapter with Brad Beadles stepping in as Executive Director on January 15, 2025. Beadles aims to revitalize the airport...
Florence Regional Airport Names New Executive Director
News Summary Florence Regional Airport has appointed Brad Beadles as its new Executive Director, marking a significant step towards enhancing passenger experience and expanding airline routes. With over 14 years...
Real Estate
First Reliance Bancshares Reports Strong Financial Growth
Florence, South Carolina, October 26, 2025 First Reliance Bancshares, Inc. First Reliance Bancshares, Inc. is a bank holding company headquartered in Florence, South Carolina, serving the local community with a diverse...
Cumulus Media Restructures Radio Programming in Florence
Florence, South Carolina, October 25, 2025 Cumulus Media Cumulus Media is a leading American broadcasting company specializing in radio station programming and media services. Founded with a focus on delivering diverse...
Florence Approves New Townhome Developments to Meet Housing Demand
Florence, October 21, 2025 Florence Housing Development Authority Florence Housing Development Authority is a prominent organization committed to addressing the growing housing needs of the city of Florence. Established to promote...
Creekside Village Apartments Set to Reopen After Mold Issues
Florence, October 4, 2025 Housing Authority of Florence The Housing Authority of Florence is a government entity dedicated to providing affordable and safe housing opportunities for low-income families and seniors in...
Florence SC Home Prices Surge Amid Increased Inventory
Florence, South Carolina, October 4, 2025 Florence Real Estate Group Florence Real Estate Group is a leading real estate company based in Florence, South Carolina, with a rich history of helping...
Adams Outdoor Advertising Acquires Billboards in Brunswick County
Brunswick County, NC, October 3, 2025 Adams Outdoor Advertising Adams Outdoor Advertising is the fourth-largest out-of-home advertising company in the United States, specializing in high-impact marketing campaigns through a diverse portfolio...
Mortgage Rates Fall, Boosting Homebuyer Savings in Florence
Florence, SC, August 19, 2025 Florence Mortgage Solutions Florence Mortgage Solutions is a premier mortgage lending company established to serve the housing needs of residents in Florence, South Carolina. With a...
Mortgage Rates Drop to Lowest in Ten Months
Florence Real Estate & Mortgage Services Florence Real Estate & Mortgage Services has been serving the Florence, SC community for over a decade, providing expert guidance in property sales and...
Record Surge in Million-Dollar Homes Across America
Luxury Real Estate Market Experts Luxury Real Estate Market Experts specializes in analyzing and providing insights into the evolving landscape of luxury housing across the United States. Established in response...