Junior Leadership Florence County 4-H November Session

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The Junior Leadership Florence County 4-H Class had a great day on Wednesday, November 13th which was focused on healthcare and healthy living.

The students had the chance to explore a variety of important topics and gain hands-on experience, from learning about mindfulness and stress management to diving deep into healthcare professions.

The Jr. Leadership Class visited the Medical University of South Carolina (MUSC) – Florence Campus and McLeod Health System – Florence.

Students got to practice CPR and engage in fun, yet meaningful, activities like the Family Feud hand hygiene challenge. Being able to connect with professionals and learn about potential careers in healthcare is such a valuable experience for high school students.

The JLFC program is made possible through the partnership with Florence County 4-H, the Greater Florence Chamber of Commerce and Francis Marion University.

To see more photos from the day, click here.

“25 Days of Joyce G. Ford” – A Holiday Tribute to Honor Joyce G. Ford’s Legacy

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This holiday season, The Naomi Project is honoring the life and legacy of its beloved founder, Joyce G. Ford, with a heartfelt campaign, “25 Days of Mrs. Joyce.” From December 1 through December 25, 2024, the organization will pay tribute to Mrs. Joyce’s inspiring work and her profound impact on the community, sharing memories and stories from those whose lives were touched by her compassion and dedication.

The Naomi Project invites the community to participate by submitting their memories by November 28th to www.naomiproject.com/25daysofjoyce.

To read the full press release, click here.

Vital Care of Florence Holds Ribbon Cutting Ceremony

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Vital Care of Florence had their ribbon cutting officially opening their Florence location at 161 Dozier Blvd, Florence, SC.

Vital Care of Florence is proud to provide safe, convenient, and comprehensive infusion therapy services tailored to meet each patient’s unique needs. With a commitment to excellence, Vital Care of Florence offers infusion treatments in the comfort of patients’ homes or in its private infusion suite, ensuring a seamless and personalized care experience.

Vital Care of Florence stands out through its exclusive relationships with leading pharmaceutical manufacturers and limited distribution agreements, allowing unparalleled access to a broad spectrum of therapies. The center specializes in treating conditions such as infections, autoimmune diseases, chronic inflammatory disorders, neurological conditions, and more.

To read the full story, click here.

HopeHealth To Host Annual AIDSWalk

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HopeHealth will host its annual AIDSWalk on Saturday, December 7.

This year’s event will take place on the grounds of the HopeHealth Medical Plaza (360 North Irby Street in Florence) near the blue sun sails. Registration and check-in begin at 9 am, with the program and non-competitive awareness walk kicking off at 10 am. Lunch and t-shirts will be provided for the first 250 participants.

HopeHealth has hosted AIDSWalk since 1993. The event serves to bring awareness about the importance of prevention, treatment, and breaking the stigma associated with HIV/AIDS. In addition to exciting giveaways, attendees can learn about other HopeHealth services.

To view the full flyer, click here.

Leadership Florence Class Participates In Healthcare Day

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The Florence Chamber’s Leadership Florence class of 2025 held its November session, Healthcare Day on Tuesday, November 12th.

The 40-member class heard from several local healthcare organizations, which included visits to McLeod Regional Medical Center, Encompass Health, MUSC Health Florence, HopeHealth and The Manor. Each organization had a very informative presentation and tour for the group.

The Chamber wants to thank McLeod Health for sponsoring breakfast, MUSC Health Florence for sponsoring lunch, and all hosts for providing special gifts for the cohorts.

To see more photos from the day, click here.

Friendsgiving With Florence Young Professionals

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The Young Professionals of Florence hope to see you at the Friendsgiving event for a night of networking and fun! Join everyone at Local Motive Brewing on November 21st! To view the full flyer, click here.

Hope Center Ministries Featured On ChamberLink Radio

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Traci Nichols, Director and Sue Frazier, Recovery Pastor at Hope Center Ministries were the Florence Chamber’s guest this past weekend talking about their Three-Phase Program to best support the people through the various stages of recovery. 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.

You can review past ChamberLink Radio Show interviews by clicking https://www.flochamber.com/events-programs/podcasts/

Track Laps For Charity At Darlington Raceway – Saturday

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Join Darlington Raceway for the final Track Laps of the season on Saturday, November 16th from 11:00 am – 2:00 pm. They will be hosting track laps benefiting Toys for Tots! The cost is $25 per car or a new unwrapped toy (of equal value).

HopeHealth To Host Diabetes Awareness Events

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November is Diabetes Awareness Month and The Diabetes Institute at HopeHealth wants to celebrate with you! Drop-in and learn tips to improve your health and blood sugar, discover how to rethink your drink, move with us for a dance party, and sample some new recipes. You can also register to win a prize! Click here to find an event near you!

No Change In SC State Tax Rankings

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Last week, the Tax Foundation published its 2025 State Tax Competitiveness Index, which is a rebranded and enhanced version of the State Business Tax Climate Index that it has published annually since 2003 to better reflect states’ overall tax competitiveness, not just their business tax climates. The Index compares states on several key tax metrics including corporate taxes, individual income taxes, sales, use, and excise taxes, property and wealth taxes, and unemployment insurance taxes, and has been relied upon by policymakers and advocates to understand how their state’s tax code stacks up relative to peer states and identify areas for improvement.

South Carolina’s tax system stayed stagnant at 33rd overall in this year’s Index, the same as in 2024 after applying the revised methodologies. South Carolina’s corporate and individual income tax rankings remain unchanged this year at 11th and 24th respectively, while the state’s unemployment and property tax rankings improved two spots each to 28th and 41st. Its sales tax ranking slid one spot to 33rd.