McCall Farms To Invest Additional $38 Million In Florence County

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McCall Farms expects to invest an additional $38 million in Florence County.

This week the Florence County Council unanimously approved on second reading an expansion of the original economic agreement from 2019, in which the company agreed to invest $50 million and create 1,000 jobs.

“McCall Farms has really been a good partner for Florence County,” Chairman Willard Dorriety Jr. said. “They have really grown, and they are doing an excellent job with what they provide to the community, and we’re thankful to have them here.”

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Airport Efficiency Award at Charlotte Airport

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Charlotte Douglas International Airport (CLT) was recognized as the most efficient North American airport with over 30 million passengers by the Air Transport Regional Society (ATRS). The award considers operational aspects that include productivity and efficiency, unit costs, and cost competitiveness. As American’s second largest hub, the operational success and performance at CLT continues to receive worldwide acknowledgement that mirrors the area’s development and growth.

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Century Communities Announces New Housing Subdivisions In Florence

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The Florence area will see over 200 new houses in the next few years.

Colorado-based Century Communities is building houses in three locations. Freedom Estates will hold 142 homes on its lot on Freedom Boulevard. Another 78 are being built in the company’s West Lakes property in Florence on the way to Timmonsville and another 33 will be built in the Country Club of South Carolina.

All the housing will be single family homes. The president of Century Complete, a brand of Century Communities, Greg Huff, said they expect all the homes within Freedom Estates to be sold within 21/2 to 3 years “based on the high demand for quality affordable homes in this area.”

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Chamber’s Annual Fall Golf Classic

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This year’s Fall Golf Classic, sponsored by Field Fastener, will be held on Thursday, October 5th at Traces Golf Club.  Pee Dee Catering will have lunch ready at 11:00 AM with tee off at Noon.

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St. Anthony Catholic School Welcomes Students Back to School

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St. Anthony Catholic School welcomed teachers and students back last week with its highest opening enrollment number in years, at 130 students. Prior to the opening of school, Saint Anthony Catholic School held their annual Back to School Night with the opening message of having a spirit of service and keeping your flame burning bright with Faith, Family, Knowledge and Service that inspired families as they enter a new school year. Families had the opportunity to build community with each other, tour the building and meet teachers, with a special unveiling of the renovations to the library and the playground. Families also were excited for students to reveal a snippet performance of the highly anticipated March 2024 school musical, “Fiddler on the Roof JR”.

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Post & Courier Hold Chamber Ribbon Cutting

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he Post and Courier Pee Dee celebrated their Pee Dee office grand opening and recent Chamber membership with a ribbon cutting at the Hugh and Jean Leatherman Medical Complex Building in downtown Florence.

Attending the ribbon cutting were Post & Courier executives from Charleston, many Pee Dee business and civic leaders as well as the Greater Florence Chamber staff and Chamber ambassadors.

The Post & Courier staff took the occasion to share more details about their new Pee Dee newspaper print edition.

A special thank you and photo credits to Stephen Massar/The Post and Courier.

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Safe Haven Salon & Boutique Holds Ribbon Cutting Ceremony

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Susanna Burgess owner of Safe Haven Salon & Boutique, along with family members, staff and Chamber Ambassador cuts the ribbon to join the Greater Florence Chamber of Commerce on Wednesday, August 16th.

Safe Haven offers women’s and men’s haircuts, all types of hair coloring, formal styling including hair and makeup. Deluxe pedicures and manicures with a wide variety of polishes and treatments. Our newest addition is our brand new Versa Spa spray tanning booth.

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Free Virtual Workshop On Funding Your Business

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Join SCORE for this free virtual workshop presented by a certified SCORE Mentor on Tuesday September 12th at 12:00 – 1:00 p.m.

You’ve got your business strategy and you know how much you need, now it’s time to find the money. This workshop focuses on traditional financing through grants and loans as well as the newer method of crowdfunding. There’s a wide range of ways you can achieve your dream of becoming a business owner and this workshop will show you where to go to fund your business.

A Zoom link to join the webinar is provided in the registration confirmation email.

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Young Professionals of Florence Team Up With Hartsville Young Professionals To Host “Friday After 5” Event

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Start your weekend off strong with the Hartsville Young Professionals and the Young Professionals of Florence on Friday, September 22nd at Wild Heart Brewing in Hartsville from 5:00 – 8:00 PM.

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Gasque Insurance Holds Ribbon Cutting Ceremony

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Sheena Cantrell is pictured with family members and Chamber Ambassadors cutting the ribbon to join the Greater Florence Chamber of Commerce for Gasque Insurance Group on Tuesday, August 15th.

Shenna has been in the insurance industry for almost 20 years. She has always wanted to open her own agency and help clients find insurance that fits their budget. Sheena contends that not necessarily is one insurance company able to handle all your needs and she strives to find the best insurance for you.

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