# HERE Florence

> Independent local news for Florence, Florence County and the Pee Dee. Named-author reporting on local government, schools, business, and community — anchored by institutions like Francis Marion University.

## About

HERE Florence is part of the HERE City Network — independently owned local news sites covering one city each. Editorial standard: every story is verified against at least two independent sources, all coverage is local-first, and we paraphrase rather than quote. Stories are written by named human authors on a published roster.

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## What you will find here

- [national](https://www.hereflorence.com/category/national/) — 100 articles
- [sports](https://www.hereflorence.com/category/sports/) — 77 articles
- [business](https://www.hereflorence.com/category/business/) — 41 articles
- [technology](https://www.hereflorence.com/category/technology/) — 39 articles
- [health](https://www.hereflorence.com/category/health/) — 28 articles
- [politics](https://www.hereflorence.com/category/politics/) — 20 articles
- [news](https://www.hereflorence.com/category/news/) — 17 articles
- [home and garden](https://www.hereflorence.com/category/home-garden/) — 16 articles
- [fishing](https://www.hereflorence.com/category/fishing/) — 16 articles
- [education](https://www.hereflorence.com/category/education/) — 16 articles
- [hunting](https://www.hereflorence.com/category/hunting/) — 12 articles

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## Recent stories

- [U.S. Homebuying Demand Slows as Mortgage Rates Climb, Impacting Florence Prospects](https://www.hereflorence.com/2026/08/11/homebuying-demand-slows-mortgage-rates-climb/) (2026-08-11)
- [Florence Hunters Prepare for Deer Season with Comprehensive Preseason Guide](https://www.hereflorence.com/2026/08/10/florence-hunters-prepare-deer-season-3/) (2026-08-10)
- [Florence Anglers Urged to Review Summer Fishing Safety Protocols](https://www.hereflorence.com/2026/08/10/florence-anglers-urged-review-summer-fishing-2/) (2026-08-10)
- [New Hunters in Florence Region Advised on 2026 Season Preparations](https://www.hereflorence.com/2026/08/10/new-hunters-florence-region-advised-2026/) (2026-08-10)
- [U.S. Homebuying Demand Declines, Impacting Florence Real Estate Outlook](https://www.hereflorence.com/2026/08/10/homebuying-demand-declines-impacting-florence/) (2026-08-10)
- [Golf Etiquette Manual Details Courtesy, Safety, and Pace of Play for Florence Area Golfers](https://www.hereflorence.com/2026/08/10/golf-etiquette-manual-details-courtesy-safety/) (2026-08-10)
- [Florence Anglers Advised on Summer Fishing Safety Amid Peak Season](https://www.hereflorence.com/2026/08/10/florence-anglers-advised-summer-fishing-3/) (2026-08-10)
- [New Hunting Guide Offers Comprehensive Overview for Florence-Area Enthusiasts](https://www.hereflorence.com/2026/08/10/new-hunting-guide-offers-comprehensive/) (2026-08-10)
- [Preseason Deer Hunt Preparations Underway Across Florence and Pee Dee Region](https://www.hereflorence.com/2026/08/09/preseason-deer-hunt-preparations-underway/) (2026-08-09)
- [Florence Guide Outlines Summer Fishing Safety Measures](https://www.hereflorence.com/2026/08/09/florence-guide-outlines-summer-fishing-safety/) (2026-08-09)
- [Golf Etiquette Manual Offers Guidance for Players in Florence and Beyond](https://www.hereflorence.com/2026/08/09/golf-etiquette-manual-offers-guidance-players-4/) (2026-08-09)
- [Summer Home Maintenance: Essential Checks for Florence Properties](https://www.hereflorence.com/2026/08/09/summer-home-maintenance-essential-checks/) (2026-08-09)
- [Federal Appeals Court Halts White House Ballroom Construction, Drawing Attention in Florence](https://www.hereflorence.com/2026/08/09/federal-appeals-court-halts-white-house-2/) (2026-08-09)
- [Florence Residents Advised on Heat Safety Amid Summer Temperatures](https://www.hereflorence.com/2026/08/09/florence-residents-advised-heat-safety-amid-2/) (2026-08-09)
- [Federal Appeals Court Halts White House Ballroom Construction, Raising Questions in Florence](https://www.hereflorence.com/2026/08/09/federal-appeals-court-halts-white-house/) (2026-08-09)
- [Florence Hunters Advised on Preseason Deer Hunt Preparations](https://www.hereflorence.com/2026/08/09/florence-hunters-advised-preseason-deer-hunt/) (2026-08-09)
- [Florence Anglers Advised on Comprehensive Summer Safety Measures](https://www.hereflorence.com/2026/08/09/florence-anglers-advised-comprehensive-summer/) (2026-08-09)
- [Florence Golfers Reminded of Etiquette Guidelines for Enhanced Play and Course Preservation](https://www.hereflorence.com/2026/08/09/florence-golfers-reminded-etiquette/) (2026-08-09)
- [Florence Anglers Urged to Prioritize Summer Safety on Waterways](https://www.hereflorence.com/2026/08/07/florence-anglers-urged-prioritize-summer/) (2026-08-07)
- [Florence Residents Advised on Summer Home Safety and Maintenance](https://www.hereflorence.com/2026/08/07/florence-residents-advised-summer-home-safety/) (2026-08-07)
- [Florence Hunters Advised to Begin Preseason Deer Preparations](https://www.hereflorence.com/2026/08/07/florence-hunters-advised-begin-preseason-deer/) (2026-08-07)
- [Florence Anglers Advised on Summer Fishing Safety Amid Peak Heat](https://www.hereflorence.com/2026/08/07/florence-anglers-advised-summer-fishing-2/) (2026-08-07)
- [National Health Developments Resonate in Florence: From Formula Lawsuits to Global Outbreaks](https://www.hereflorence.com/2026/08/07/national-health-developments-resonate-2/) (2026-08-07)
- [Upcoming Tech Earnings Reports Watched in Florence Amid Broader Economic Signals](https://www.hereflorence.com/2026/08/07/upcoming-tech-earnings-reports-watched/) (2026-08-07)
- [Golf Etiquette Manual Outlines Standards for Play in Florence and Beyond](https://www.hereflorence.com/2026/08/07/golf-etiquette-manual-outlines-standards-play/) (2026-08-07)
- [Florence Anglers Advised to Prioritize Safety Amid Summer Heat](https://www.hereflorence.com/2026/08/06/florence-anglers-advised-prioritize-safety/) (2026-08-06)
- [Florence Anglers Advised on Summer Fishing Safety Amidst Rising Temperatures](https://www.hereflorence.com/2026/08/06/florence-anglers-advised-summer-fishing/) (2026-08-06)
- [Florence Homeowners Advised on Comprehensive Storm Preparation](https://www.hereflorence.com/2026/08/06/florence-homeowners-advised-comprehensive-3/) (2026-08-06)
- [Florence Homeowners Advised on Summer Maintenance for Safety and Property Protection](https://www.hereflorence.com/2026/08/06/florence-homeowners-advised-summer-4/) (2026-08-06)
- [Florence Hunters Advised to Review Preseason Turkey Gear Checklist](https://www.hereflorence.com/2026/08/06/florence-hunters-advised-review-preseason/) (2026-08-06)
- [Florence Homeowners Advised on Comprehensive Storm Preparation Guide](https://www.hereflorence.com/2026/08/06/florence-homeowners-advised-comprehensive-2/) (2026-08-06)
- [Florence Residents Advised on Summer Home Maintenance and Safety](https://www.hereflorence.com/2026/08/06/florence-residents-advised-summer-home-2/) (2026-08-06)
- [National Health Developments Resonate in Florence Amid Broader Trends](https://www.hereflorence.com/2026/08/06/national-health-developments-resonate/) (2026-08-06)
- [Florence Health Officials Detail Risks and Prevention for Heat-Related Illnesses](https://www.hereflorence.com/2026/08/06/florence-health-officials-detail-risks/) (2026-08-06)
- [National School Calendar Resource Offers Planning Insights for Florence Families and Educators](https://www.hereflorence.com/2026/08/06/national-school-calendar-resource-offers/) (2026-08-06)
- [Preseason Turkey Hunting Preparations Underway for Florence Area Enthusiasts](https://www.hereflorence.com/2026/08/06/preseason-turkey-hunting-preparations/) (2026-08-06)
- [Florence-Area Hunters Begin Preseason Preparations for Deer Season](https://www.hereflorence.com/2026/08/06/florence-area-hunters-begin-preseason-2/) (2026-08-06)
- [Florence Anglers Urged to Review Summer Fishing Safety Guidelines Amid High Temperatures](https://www.hereflorence.com/2026/08/06/florence-anglers-urged-review-summer-fishing/) (2026-08-06)
- [Comprehensive Storm Safety Guide Offers Preparations for Florence Homeowners](https://www.hereflorence.com/2026/08/05/comprehensive-storm-safety-guide-offers/) (2026-08-05)
- [Florence Homeowners Advised on Comprehensive Summer Maintenance Tasks](https://www.hereflorence.com/2026/08/05/florence-homeowners-advised-comprehensive/) (2026-08-05)
- [Florence Area Hunters Begin Preseason Deer Preparation](https://www.hereflorence.com/2026/08/05/florence-area-hunters-begin-preseason-deer/) (2026-08-05)
- [Florence Anglers Advised on Summer Heat and Sun Safety](https://www.hereflorence.com/2026/08/05/florence-anglers-advised-summer-heat-sun/) (2026-08-05)
- [Golf Etiquette Manual Offers Comprehensive Guidance for Players in Florence](https://www.hereflorence.com/2026/08/05/golf-etiquette-manual-offers-comprehensive/) (2026-08-05)
- [Florence Anglers Advised on Summer Safety Protocols for Local Waters](https://www.hereflorence.com/2026/08/05/florence-anglers-advised-summer-safety-2/) (2026-08-05)
- [Florence Examines National Health Trends Amid Measles Surge, Food Safety Recalls](https://www.hereflorence.com/2026/08/05/florence-examines-national-health-trends-amid/) (2026-08-05)
- [U.S. Inflation Rate Dips to 2.65 Percent in July, Impacting Florence Households and Businesses](https://www.hereflorence.com/2026/08/05/inflation-rate-dips-2-65-percent/) (2026-08-05)
- [U.S. Housing Payments Rise, Prices Reach Record High, Impacting Florence Outlook](https://www.hereflorence.com/2026/08/05/housing-payments-rise-prices-reach-record/) (2026-08-05)
- [National School Calendar Guide Offers Planning Insights for Florence Families](https://www.hereflorence.com/2026/08/05/national-school-calendar-guide-offers/) (2026-08-05)
- [Florence Schools Reflect State Trends in Past Two Academic Calendars](https://www.hereflorence.com/2026/08/05/florence-schools-reflect-state-trends-past/) (2026-08-05)
- [Florence Anglers Advised on Summer Safety and Responsible Practices](https://www.hereflorence.com/2026/08/05/florence-anglers-advised-summer-safety/) (2026-08-05)

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