The City of Florence is proud to announce the adoption of the Water Distribution, Stormwater, and Sewer Collection System Master Plans, reaffirming their commitment to upgrading and maintaining the systems that keep Florence running smoothly.
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Dr. Amy P. Murrell, MD, FACS at MUSC Health Florence Medical Center, was the Florence Chamber’s guest this past weekend discussing general surgical procedures along with specialization in breast surgery.
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Agribusiness Day with Jr. Leadership Florence County 4-H Program!
Yesterday, the Jr. Leadership Florence County Class participated in their Agribusiness Session! Students explored South Carolina’s #1 industry — Agribusiness — and discovered the many exciting opportunities it offers across our state.
A huge thank you to: Mr. Ted and Angel with McCall Farms, Mr. Richie with Bay Branch Farm, Ms. Brittany King with Commercial Horticulture Agent (Clemson Extension Florence County) and Mr. Jeff Murrie with The Farm at Florence 1.
Your time, insights, and hospitality made the day both educational and inspiring!
Special thanks to Florence County Farm Bureau for sponsoring lunch, and Florence County School District Two for helping make this experience possible.
The Jr. Leadership Florence County Program is a partnership among Clemson Extension Florence County 4-H, the Greater Florence Chamber of Commerce, and Francis Marion University — working together to develop tomorrow’s leaders today!
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Jonathan Chandler owner, along with his family, Steven Forester and employees of Sanctuary Cottages cut today’s ribbon joining the Greater Florence Chamber of Commerce.
Sanctuary Cottages at Twin Church is a gated community located at 1999 Twin Church Rd. in Florence, South Carolina. We offer ready-to-sell single-level townhomes, with private courtyards in a gated community. The HOA covers exterior maintenance, mowing, mulching, trimming, 24-hour guard gate access with an express lane for homeowners, and a club house and dog park that are coming soon! Here at Sanctuary Cottages, they strive to provide a lifestyle where you can find peace in every step and unwind in serenity.
Their community is located in West Florence, just behind the Strawberry Patch, and the area around the neighborhood is expanding rapidly. They are within walking distance of the Florence Rail Trail which is the perfect place for your afternoon bike rides or walking excursions. Plans are also in place for construction of a Publix grocery store and a brand new MUSC Urgent Care Center just down the street. The grounds are also host to beautiful wildlife around our ponds and fountains, providing a picturesque environment to enjoy your time at home.
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Every November Florence, South Carolina, gets a little nutty. And this year will be no exception as over 50,000 people are expected to attend the city’s annual Pecan Festival on November 1, the largest of its kind in the world.
“What started as a small single-block event to bring folks to our downtown and spark ideas and reinvestment has evolved into a nine-block takeover of historic Downtown Florence with exceptional entertainment, food, and fellowship,” says Hannah Davis, Main Street Manager for the Florence Downtown Development Corporation.
The small, local festival started in 2003 but grew quickly in popularity and was officially designated as the official South Carolina State Pecan Festival in 2011. This year marks 21 years of celebrating all things pecans for the city.
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The SPC Cares Foundation’s work to support hunger, housing, education, & employment in our communities is already well underway; we’ve given out 8 scholarships, 3 down payment assistance forgivable loans, and a handful of both member hardship grants and community impact grants to individuals and organizations across our Field of Membership.
Your attendance at this gala will help ensure we maintain momentum and expand the reach that the SPC Cares Foundation can have in our communities.
Purchase tickets here: https://spc-cares-foundation.square.site/
The Chamber’s Leadership Florence Class of 2026 continued their journey with Visual Arts and Media Day on October 14th.
The day gave a comprehensive inside look at a number of organizations, including the Florence County Museum, Adams Outdoor, Francis Marion University Performing Arts Center, and Florence Little Theatre.
Thank you to all the host organizations who made our day possible. A special thank you also goes out to Adams Outdoor for sponsoring breakfast.
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Raldex Hospitality recently hosted a Meet & Greet for Pee Dee IceCats fans at the Staybridge Suites in Florence, celebrating the return of professional hockey to the Pee Dee region. As the official lodging sponsor for the team, Raldex’s five Florence-area hotels will host visiting players, referees, and fans throughout the season — a partnership that highlights the company’s commitment to community engagement and local tourism.
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The family owners of Antojitos, friends and Chamber Ambassadors welcome the family-owned restaurant to the Greater Florence Chamber of Commerce with a ribbon cutting.
The Family-owned and operated, Antojitos was created with the vision of bringing true, authentic Mexican flavors to the Pee Dee community. Antojitos celebrates traditional recipes passed down through generations, crafted with handmade corn tortillas, fresh ingredients, and a commitment to authenticity.
On the menu, guests will find a variety of Mexican classics including tacos, sopes, huaraches, chiles rellenos, quesadillas with house-made tortillas, and weekend specialties like menudo and pozole. The restaurant also serves aguas frescas made fresh daily, as well as imported and domestic beers, micheladas, and a full bar with cocktails.
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Scrubby’s Car Wash, along with over 3,600 other car wash locations across the nation, will provide FREE car washes to veterans and current military service personnel, under the Grace For Vets FREE Wash Program on November 11th (hours may vary by location). Washes will be given rain or shine at all Location(s). The FREE washes are given to honor and recognize those that have and are serving in the armed forces.
Grace For Vets was founded by Mike Mountz, former owner of Cloister Wash & Lube, in Ephrata, PA in 2004. Mountz vowed to find a way to honor veterans when he served and saw first-hand amputees and the seriously wounded at the Veterans Hospital in Valley Forge, PA. Several years after opening his first car wash, he started the Grace For Vets FREE Wash Program. With the help of car washes across the country who participate, more and more military servicemen and women are recognized each year through this program. “This day is not about the car wash operators who are providing the FREE washes, it’s about honoring and recognizing those that have and are serving and protecting our country. It’s an exciting and emotional day for everyone. Our management team and employees look forward to giving back to those that have given so much.”
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