Florence Officials Look To Future Downtown Development

Some of Florence’s most influential voices reviewed the revitalization of downtown Florence and looked to its future at the Post and Courier’s May 1 Boom and Balance: Redevelopment of Downtown Florence panel discussion at the Francis Marion University Performing Arts Center.

Approximately 130 people attended the event, which was part of the Post and Courier’s official launch of its expansion into the Pee Dee and creation of its Florence-based newsroom.

Post and Courier Pee Dee newsroom Managing Editor Chris Day served as moderator for the panel discussion.

Francis Marion University President Dr. Fred Carter said preparing and executing a development strategy for the next 20 years is a crucial next step for downtown and north and east Florence.

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