Register Now for Fair Labor Standards Act Lunch & Learn Seminar

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Spots are filling up fast for the upcoming Lunch & Learn on the Fair Labor Standards Act.

Don’t miss your chance to take part! Our first session was so packed that we had to schedule another session to give everyone a chance to learn about the upcoming Overtime Rule and what it means for your and your business.

The Lunch & Learn will take place on Wednesday, August 24th from 12-1:30 pm in the community room of the Florence Chamber at 100 W. Evans St.
 
The event is being presented by Young Professionals of Florence, the Florence Chamber and Willcox, Buyck and Williams, P.A.
 
Registration for Young Professionals Members/Chamber members is $15 and $20 for non-members. Non-profit organizations may register participants for $15.
 
For more information, click on the link below to register online or call the Florence Chamber at (843) 665-0515.
Register for the Lunch & Learn

Florence Downtown Weekly Newsletter

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For a look at everything from events at the Florence Little Theatre, to art workshops to music and fun downtown, take a look at what’s going on this week in Florence!

The folks over at Florence Downtown Development Corporation have compiled the following list of things taking place in our area:

Florence Downtown Newsletter

7 Strategies to Make Your Small Business Website Stand Out

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Many of you small business owners and entrepreneurs likely have to create or update your own websites.

The job of a small business owner is never done, right?

Well, check out these great tips on how to make your website work for you…even if you don’t have a background in coding or marketing.

Read the entire article on Forbes.com by clicking on the link below:

Forbes.com web article: 7 Strategies Every Entrepreneur Needs to Know to Make Their Website Stand Out

Duke Energy Open House Scheduled for Tonight

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Don’t forget about this great open house opportunity THIS evening in Florence:

Duke Energy Progress is hosting open house events for their customers.

This will be an opportunity for customers to talk with different subject matter experts from Duke Energy in such areas as customer service, vegetation management, energy efficiency, power delivery, lighting, and the Robinson Nuclear Plant.

Today’s event will take place from 4-7 pm at Carver Elementary School, 515 N. Cashua Drive in Florence.

The event is open to the public.

Dolce Vita Ribbon Cutting Ceremony

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The Chamber and many of its ambassadors were happy to help officially welcome Dolce Vita into the Chamber family today, with a ribbon cutting ceremony!
 
The business opened its doors as a chocolate and wine tasting room on S. Dargan Street and today, ushered in a new era with the addition of breakfast items to its menu.
 
Special thanks to the Morning News and Joe Perry for coverage of today’s event. To find out more about Dolce Vita, visit their Facebook page at:
 
You can see this gallery online at SCnow.com as well by clicking below:
SCnow.com Media Gallery- Dolce Vita Ribbon Cutting

Chamber Holds Graduation for Emerging Leaders Summer Institute

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On Thursday, August 11th, The Florence Chamber held a graduation ceremony for our Emerging Leaders Summer Business Institute program.

The graduation provided an opportunity to speak with and recognize participants in the program who have gotten a behind-the-scenes look at the Pee Dee business community over the course of five sessions this summer.

The Emerging Leaders Summer Institute is a program designed to generate professional training and development, mentorship, community engagement and recruitment opportunities. The purpose is to identify, develop and empower “Emerging Leaders”, specifically minorities, small business owners and innovative professionals poised to move into the next level of community and business leadership.

Congratulations to these leaders all they have and will accomplish in our community.

View the entire graduation gallery on Facebook:

Emerging Leaders Graduation

School Begins Monday for Students in Florence District One

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It’s back to school time starting Monday for many students across the Pee Dee, including those in Florence District One.

Click on the link below to see some tips on what you can expect on the first day of classes, find out when schools start and dismiss each day and learn how the school year will impact traffic patterns:

FSD1 First Day of School

Weekend Events & Activities in Downtown Florence

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From Downtown Florence’s Facebook Page:

Downtown Florence has a lot going on this weekend!

The City Center Farmers Market will be open on Saturday from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. in the City Center parking lot on Cheves Street.

SoulART Festival 2016 heads downtown on Saturday for a full day of visual art, music, and more! Head over to SOUL art‘s Facebook page for a complete lineup and schedule! Saturday night, make sure to head over toAfter Dark Jazz Café for a full night of incredible music featuring SOUL art‘s Ezra Brown.

The Renaissance Dining Courtyard will host Modern Disruption on Friday night beginning at 8 p.m. and Tastes Like Chicken hits the stage on Saturday at 8 p.m.

Randy Turner will play at Victors Friday night at 6:00 p.m.

Looking for somewhere to unwind and dine? Downtown Florence has a variety of culinary experiences from casual BBQ to fine dining! Don’t miss Sunday brunch at Town Hall!