Florence 1 Schools and House of Hope of the Pee Dee are joining together to create a tiny home community, designed specifically to support Florence 1 families experiencing homelessness.
The ten-home community, expected to open in 2027, will be built on district-owned property on Douglas Street. An official groundbreaking ceremony will be held on March 31, 2026.
For more information, click here.
Join the Chamber’s Leadership Florence for their Fourth Annual Kickball for a Cause!
Hosted by Leadership Florence, this family friendly event brings the community together for a day of fun while raising support for local nonprofit organizations that serve those most vulnerable in our community.
Kickball for a Cause will be held at Carolina Bank Field in Florence on Saturday, May 9, 2026 at 10:00 am. The event features a competitive kickball tournament along with children’s activities, food, beverages, and more.
Proceeds from this philanthropic event will benefit four local nonprofit organizations: CARE House of the Pee Dee, House of Hope, and Lighthouse Ministries.
Bring your friends, family, and team spirit as we kick off a day of fun while making a meaningful impact in our community.
For more information, click here.
Finish up your spring cleaning and dispose of all your old files with us on April 22!
A shred truck will be on site to securely destroy and remove your confidential documents free for the community.
Please remember to remove any metal or plastic. Paperclips and staples are ok.
Limit one container per household.
Get a free pizza if you let us quote your insurance. If you’re already with State Farm, you can get a free pizza by giving us a referral.
Join the FMU Kelley Center for a series of free, in-person workshops on how to open a small business. The first three workshops include:
Creating Your Business Model
March 25th | 12 PM – 1 PM | 5:30PM-6:15PM
In the first workshop, Creating Your Business Model, attendees will learn how to use market data to determine what kind of small business to open along with the steps on how to develop a sustainable business model.
For more information, click here.
The Chamber’s Leadership Florence Class of 2026 had its March session (Education Day) on Tuesday, March 10th. The group visited Florence-Darlington Technical College and The Francis Marion University Freshwater Ecology Complex, where they heard from many educational institutions in our community.
The day included presentations from: Florence Adult Education, TKA, Palmetto Project, SC Department of Employment and Workforce, Montessori School of Florence and Florence 1 Schools.
To see more photos from the day, click here.
Temple & Hogsette Law Group proudly marks 22 years of recognizing and celebrating the Teachers of the Year from Florence School District One through its annual Statehouse recognition event.
Established in 2005 by founding partner E. Hood Temple and the late Senator Hugh Leatherman, the event has become a cherished tradition in Florence. What began as a gesture of appreciation has grown into one of
the district’s most meaningful recognitions of instructional excellence, classroom leadership, and unwavering dedication to students.
To read the full press release, click here.
Feeling Schumann, owner of Angry Chicken O’ Fish and Co-Owner of the Takoyaki Sushi Ramen and Bar was the Florence Chamber’s guest this past weekend talking about the casual and yet more formal dining options you can have at her restaurants.
We encourage you to tune-in every Sunday from 12:00-12:30pm on LIVE 95.3FM in Florence, SC.
This program is brought to you by the Greater Florence Chamber of Commerce, MUSC Health Florence Medical Center and LIVE 95.3FM.
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Join the city of Florence at the City-Wide Hiring Event on March 19th, from 9 am to 2 pm at the Pearl Moore Basketball Center – 500 Barnes Street, Florence SC.
The city will be conducting on-site interviews and hiring for Utilities, Public Works, Recreation & Athletics, Administration, Fire, Police, and more!
Job benefits include State Health, Retirement, Wellness Clinic with a Nurse Practitioner, Paid Holidays, Uniforms, Equipment, and more!
Click here for more information and to view all available positions.
The Greater Florence Chamber of Commerce is holding the Community’s Annual Outlook Luncheon this Wednesday, March 18th at Florence Center. Mark Keel, Chief of the S.C. Law Enforcement Division (SLED) will be the keynote speaker.
The luncheon will also include announcements of the Small Business Person of the Year, sponsored by Dedicated Community Bank, and the Public Servant of the Year, sponsored by Francis Marion University. The Chamber’s Ambassador of the Year will also be recognized.
If you have registered to attend, remember the luncheon doors open at 11:30am and the program begins at 12 noon.
South Carolina’s export sales grew 1.5% in 2025, reaching $38.5 billion – the highest total in seven years.
The state once again ranked No. 1 in the country for exports of completed passenger vehicles and tires and No. 2 for ball and roller bearings.
Motor vehicles and parts, aircraft and parts, and machinery remained the state’s top export categories. Aircraft and parts exports rose 31% over 2024, while completed passenger vehicles generated the largest share of export revenue at $11.8 billion.
To read the full story, click here.
Grace for Vets Free Car Wash at Scrubby’s Car Wash On Veterans DayOctober 13, 2026 - 1:53 pm
Dr. Fred Carter, Francis Marion University President, To Receive 2026 Global Vision AwardOctober 13, 2026 - 1:52 pm
Anderson Brothers Bank Promotes Michele Rogers To Assistant Vice PresidentOctober 13, 2026 - 1:51 pm
