The Floor Store Featured On ChamberLink Radio

Robbie Norris, owner of The Floor Store in Florence, was on ChamberLink Radio this weekend to talk about the broad range of carpets, including Stanton and Shaw and other quality brands of flooring they carry and install throughout the area.

You can catch the conversations on ChamberLink Radio each Sunday from 12:00-12:30pm on LIVE 95.3FM in Florence, SC.

ChamberLink Radio is brought to you by the Greater Florence Chamber of Commerce and The UPS Stores.

You’re Invited To Bountiful Harvest

Join The City of Florence Police Department for a day of giving and receiving. Receive a box of Greg’s groceries, resources from local providers, games and food while connecting with others.

Greg’s Groceries is a box of non-perishable foods that feeds a family of 4 for a week.  These boxes will be holiday themed and can be used for upcoming holiday dinners.

The event will take place on Saturday, November 11th from 2:00 – 5:00 PM at the Barnes Street Activity Center, 513 Barnes St.

For more information, click here.

A New Beginning Health& Wellness Center To Host Meet & Treat

Join A New Beginning Health& Wellness Center on Thursday, November 9th from 5:00 – 8:00 PM for a one day event dedicated to helping you embark on a transformative journey towards a healthier and more balanced life.

For more information, click here.

Chamber and SBA Hold Meet and Greet On November 2nd

Several small businesses had the opportunity to gain valuable information for growing their respective businesses as The Florence Chamber hosted a small Business information session on Thursday, November 2nd. Presenters were Angela Brewer with the US Small Business Administration, Rich Spivey from SCORE and Scott Mace from the Small Business Development Center.

FMU Pee Dee Fiction and Poetry Festival

Join Francis Marion University as they host the Sixteenth Pee Dee Fiction and Poetry Festival on Thursday, November 9th & Friday, November 10th.  Free and open to the public, the Pee Dee Fiction and Poetry Festival celebrates and promotes literature and reading. During the day, renowned authors discuss their work in various panel discussions. Each evening, two writers read from their work. All readings are followed by a book signing as well as a reception at The Cottage. Books will be on sale at the event.  Auditoriums and The Cottage are wheelchair accessible.

For more information, click here.

L & L Exquisite Wellness Spa Holds Ribbon Cutting Ceremony

Latoya Jackson and Lashanda Boone Ferguson owners of L & L Exquisite Wellness Spa along with family, friends and Chamber Ambassadors cut their ribbon to become a member of the Greater Florence Chamber of Commerce.

At L & L Exquisite Wellness Spa, their mission is to provide their clients with the highest quality spa and beauty services in a warm and welcoming environment. They believe that self-care is an essential part of overall wellness, and they strive to create a space where their clients can relax, recharge, and rejuvenate.

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Chamber Holds Community Healthcare Breakfast

The Greater Florence Chamber of Commerce hosted a Community Healthcare Update Breakfast on Friday, November 3rd with 225 business and healthcare leaders in attendance.

The event held at the Florence Center highlighted the Pee Dee’s medical service providers dedicated efforts in meeting the rapidly evolving needs of medical advancements for economic growth and the superb healthcare for those living and working in the region.

The program included presentation by Carl Humphries, CEO of HopeHealth; Jay Hinesley, CEO Florence Division of MUSC Medical Center and Will McLeod, CEO & Senior Vice President of McLeod Regional Medical Center.

A special thanks to Signature Wealth Strategies & First Reliance Bank for sponsoring the event. And, thank you to Florence Center for the great breakfast and venue.

To see photos from the event, click here.