Florence After Five Lineup Announced

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We can’t wait to kick of Downtown Florence’s favorite award-winning block party for our 16th season in 2026! This year, we have a great line-up of familiar favorites and newcomers to the Florence After 5 stage.

Mark your calendars, dust off those dancing shoes, and get ready, we start the party on Friday, April 24 with Chris Taylor & The Rumor, back by popular demand! Stay tuned to our page as we announce some great things you can expect to see at this year’s Florence After 5 season!

King’s Academy Presents Stand Up Comedy Show

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Funny man, Greg Warren will be performing live on March 25th at the SIMT building in Florence, SC. He is known for his relatable, family-friendly humor, and his latest comedy special, The Champ, was produced by fellow comedian Nate Bargatze. The New York Times notes, “His appealing, all-American observational humor begins with such sound, simple ideas, executed with commitment. Warren takes on a big, bland subject like poison ivy or Walgreens, then sits with it, attacking from a dizzying number of angles.”

For more information, click here.

Florence, SC Has a Burgeoning Food Scene

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According to a regional magazine Florence, SC has a burgeoning food scene and an annual festival to celebrate it.

Talk of great food cities in the two Carolina’s always includes Charleston. It frequently includes Raleigh and Asheville, and, in recent years, Greenville, South Carolina.

Rarely does it include Florence, the Pee Dee region city of 40,000 that’s two hours and 20 minutes from Raleigh. Unless you’re talking to Matt Lee or Ted Lee, brothers and food industry A-list.

To read the full story, click here.

Don’t Forget This Show At The PAC – Alfreda Sings The Divas of Soul

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Great upcoming show at the FMU Performing Arts Center on February 6th – Alfreda Sings The Divas of Soul highlights iconic and musically groundbreaking female artists, such as Aretha Franklin, Tina Turner, and many more.

Consider buying a 4 PAC. You can save 10% or more on your choice of four shows (or more) from the 2025 – 2026 Spotlight Series.

For more information, click here.

Evening of Hope with Bethany Hamilton

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The Evening of Hope is approaching fast! Get ready for the Evening of Hope on March 9th, 2026 with Bethany Hamilton and musical guest Megan Woods at the Florence Center.

You can find general admission tickets on Ticketmaster here.

Kooper Leadership Academy Boot Camp – February 11

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This engaging 3-hour accelerator will immerse you in real-world simulations, allow you to collaborate with a group of motivated peers, and create a customized 90-day action plan ready for immediate implementation. You won’t just gain insights—you’ll also acquire practical tools to enhance your leadership skills from day one.

For more information, click here.

MLK Celebration Held January 15

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The Greater Florence Chamber partnered with Francis Marion University for the annual celebration of Rev. Dr. Martin Luther King Jr.’s legacy on January 15th at FMU’s Chapman Auditorium.

The keynote speaker was Florence County Councilman Reverend Waymond Mumford, speaking on Dr. King’s legacy of service and social justice.

The celebration also included performances by the award winning YGB Gospel Choir and other talented members of student body.

Sponsors for the event were MUSC Health Florence, HopeHealth, McLeod Health, Spherion, State Farm-Starlee Alexander and iHeart Media.

To see more photos from the event, click here.

64th Annual Kiwanis Club of Florence Pancake Supper

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Save-the-date for the 64th Annual Kiwanis Club of Florence Pancake Supper- March 5th, 5-7:30pm – Dine in with us or conveniently pick-up in our drive-thru at First Presbyterian Church. Sponsorships are available by contacting John Brand- brandj@stifel.com Tickets are $7 each. Advance tickets available at John Brand’s office- Stifel- 1325 Cherokee Road or from any Kiwanis Club of Florence Member.

For more information, click here.

Leadership Florence Participates In Nonprofit and Social Issues Day

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The Greater Florence Chamber’s Leadership Florence class held its annual Nonprofit and Social Issues Day last week, offering participants a firsthand look at the vital role nonprofit organizations play in strengthening the community.

The 42-member class visited, toured and heard directly from leaders of several nonprofit agencies and social service providers across the Florence area. Presentations included Lighthouse Ministries, the YMCA, American Red Cross, My Brother’s Keeper and CARE House.

Special thanks to House of Hope Pee Dee and Senior Citizens Association.

Throughout the day, class members gained insight into how these organizations address critical needs, collaborate with community partners and work daily to improve quality of life for Florence residents.

To see more photos from the day, click here.

Community Broadcasters Welcomes Jason Fox as Vice President & Director of Sales

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We are excited to welcome Jason Fox as Vice President & Director of Sales for Community Broadcasters, overseeing our radio stations in Florence, Sumter, and Orangeburg, South Carolina.

Jason joins Community Broadcasters from the Hampton Roads region of Virginia, where he built an accomplished career in broadcast media and integrated marketing while living in Virginia Beach, VA. He brings more than 20 years of senior leadership experience driving revenue growth, leading multi-market sales organizations, and developing high-impact advertising solutions across radio, television, digital, streaming, and experiential platforms.

Throughout his career, Jason has held leadership roles with several respected media organizations, including iHeartMedia, Nexstar Media Group, Sinclair Communications, and Mainivent Advertising Agency, where he most recently served as Director of Sales & Media and General Manager. His background includes overseeing multimillion-dollar advertising portfolios, leading cross-functional teams, and building long-term partnerships with local businesses, regional brands, healthcare systems, financial institutions, and civic organizations.

To read the full press release, click here.