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We deliver top reporting on high-value events such as the Florence Festival of Lights, Pee Dee Pride, and agricultural expos at the Florence Center.
Our coverage extends to key organizations like the Florence Regional Chamber of Commerce and the Pee Dee Area Council of Governments, plus leading businesses in healthcare and retail that power the local economy such as McLeod Health and Pee Dee Electric Cooperative.
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News Summary South Carolina and Canada have reached a historic trade milestone, with investments hitting $5 billion, the highest in a decade. This partnership has...
News Summary The University of South Carolina has begun construction on a $300 million Health Sciences Campus in Columbia, set to reshape healthcare education. Expected...
News Summary Former New York Governor Andrew Cuomo has officially entered the New York City mayoral race, challenging incumbent Mayor Eric Adams. At 67, Cuomo...
News Summary Vice President JD Vance faced significant protests during a family trip to Vermont, following a tense meeting with Ukrainian President Zelenskyy. With demonstrators...
News Summary A series of brush fires broke out on Saturday across North and South Carolina, leading to evacuation orders for affected communities. The fires,...
News Summary Florence is experiencing significant economic growth, driven by over $164 million in industrial projects in 2024, resulting in more than 490 new jobs....
News Summary Francis Marion University (FMU) is set to begin construction on the C. Edward Floyd Medical Building in downtown Florence in spring. This new...
News Summary The impact of Hurricane Helene is reshaping North Carolina’s mountain tourism, which experiences a significant decline in visitor numbers this fall. With many...
News Summary South Carolina is embarking on an ambitious $150 million infrastructure investment aimed at transforming underutilized farmland into industrial hubs. This initiative, led by...
News Summary Optus Bank, the first Black-owned bank in South Carolina, is expanding its operations to the Upstate region, focusing on providing opportunities for local...