Hope Center Ministries Holds Ribbon Cutting Ceremony

Traci Nichols along with Casea Love, Sue Ann Frazier and Ashley Maynard Kelly from Hope Center Ministries and Chamber Ambassadors cut their ribbon joining the Greater Florence Chamber of Commerce and announcing their presence in Florence.

Hope Center Ministries, started in 2007 in Waverly, TN, is a faith-based addiction recovery program headquartered out of Oklahoma City, OK. They provide a Christ-centric approach to recovery that allows addicts and their families to become fully devoted followers of Christ in a supportive, residential environment. They foster a strong foundation of faith in their residents, supported by their community and church partners, with a focus on family at every step in the recovery journey. Through deep study of scripture, vocational training opportunities, and weekly 12-step study work through Celebrate Recovery. They create a pathway for individuals to achieve not just sobriety but lasting recovery from their hurts, habits, and hang-ups.

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Great Southern Homes Cuts Ribbon On Chamber Membership

Jason Faulkner, Coastal Division President, Sonya Schaffer, Coastal Sales Manager, Mike Cassady, Division Construction Manager, Christy Roth, New Home Specialist Chris Close, Area Manager, Calli Benson, Marketing Coordinator Great Southern Homes along with Chamber Ambassadors cut their ribbon opening up a new home at 1245 N. Price Road in Florence.

Great Southern Homes (GSH), a subsidiary of United Homes Group (UHG), is a publicly traded residential builder headquartered in Columbia, South Carolina. Established in 2004, GSH has constructed more than 14,000 homes and counting. The company operates and builds new-home communities located across South Carolina, North Carolina, and Georgia. We believe in stylish, quality-built homes for today’s growing families at affordable prices. After all, it’s not only a new home, but also an important investment for you and your family. UHG has been recognized as the 2024 Builder of the Year by BUILDER Magazine.

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Makor K9 Of South Carolina Holds Ribbon Cutting Ceremony

Makor K9 Of South Carolina with owners Justin Kerr & Ryan Kerr, along with Florence County Sheriffs and Chamber Ambassador’s cut their ribbon joining the Greater Florence Chamber of Commerce and open their doors for business.

Makor K9 of South Carolina provides dog grooming, boarding, and doggy daycare for dogs of all breeds and sizes.

They offer dog training. On leash obedience, off leash obedience, behavior modification, police K9 training, police K9s, military K9s, narcotic detection K9s, explosive detection K9s, agility course training, personal protection, tracking K9s/training, service dog training, K9 team certifications.

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Smiling Scoops Is Open For Business In Downtown Florence

Smiling Scoops Owners, Stoney and Whitney Duprey, along with family and Chamber Ambassadors, cut their ribbon to officially open their doors and join the Greater Florence Chamber of Commerce on Wednesday, July 10th.

Smiling Scoops started with an idea years ago and it came to reality this year. Stoney and Whitney were thinking of a way to bring a family friendly experience to Downtown Florence, somewhere you can go to get away from home to enjoy something different. They thought about it and decided there is nothing like some good old fashioned Ice Cream.

Smiling Scoops offers a variety of different flavors of ice cream, milkshakes, sundaes and more.

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Live Oak Metal Works Holds Ribbon Cutting Ceremony

William Scruggs, owner of Live Oak Metal Works & Supply, along with employees and Chamber Ambassadors cuts his ribbon joining the Greater Florence Chamber of Commerce.

Live Oak Metal Works & Supply has officially opened its doors, offering American-made and sustainable metal roofing and siding solutions to the Pee Dee region of South Carolina. The company provides a manufacturer-direct source for a full line of high-quality metal products designed to fit any budget. Live Oak Metal Works & Supply serves a diverse customer base, including homeowners, residential installers, agricultural, commercial, and industrial building owners. Scruggs emphasized that metal roofing’s longevity, energy efficiency, and environmental benefits make it a smart investment for any building owner.

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Indigo Of Florence Celebrates Chamber Membership

Jamie Kelly CEO of Indigo along Marisol Gonzalez Director of Marketing, Alyssa Hicks Director of Education, Blake Blackwell Coach and Salon Leader and Chamber Ambassadors cuts the ceremonial ribbon joining the Greater Florence Chamber of Commerce.

Indigo, a beloved beauty destination in the Pee Dee region for over 14 years, is thrilled to announce the opening of its second location in Florence, SC at 1941-A Hoffmeyer Rd. They hosted an open house on Friday, June 21st at 5:00 p.m.

This expansion marks a significant milestone for the salon company, known for its commitment to excellence in hair care and beauty services.

Located at 1941-A Hoffmeyer Rd, Florence, SC, the new Indigo location aims to bring its signature blend of professional expertise and personalized client care to a wider audience in the community. The new facility is designed to provide a luxurious and comfortable environment where clients can indulge in a variety of services ranging from haircuts and coloring to specialized treatments.

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Palmetto Reserves Joins Florence Chamber

A ribbon cutting was held on Wednesday, June 19th for Palmetto Reserves welcoming them to the Greater Florence Chamber of Commerce. Chon Chase along with co-owners Chandler, Chameron and Chonel Chase and Nicole Massey, guests and Chamber Ambassadors cut the ceremonial ribbon opening their newest home construction.

Palmetto Reserves aren’t just building homes; they are crafting communities. Specializing in affordable single-family and multifamily residences and identifying as a community mixed-use developer, they are dedicated to ensuring everyone has access to high-quality, sustainable living spaces. Their mission is to transform the way you think about affordable housing by integrating innovative designs, sustainability, and community-centric spaces that foster connections and growth. From carefully selected locations that boost local economies to homes that reflect their commitment to excellence and sustainability, Palmetto Reserves is here to create not just homes, but communities filled with life and memories.

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Alpha Credit Club Joins Florence Chamber With Ribbon Cutting Ceremony

Don Jackson along with his wife, family and Chamber Ambassadors cuts his ribbon joining the Greater Florence Chamber of Commerce.

Don started his business, Alpha Credit Club in 2021, they pride themselves on being more than just a credit repair company. They are a partner in their clients’ financial journeys, committed to providing personalized solutions that go beyond quick fixes. Alpha Credit Club’s mission: “Is to not only improve credit scores but to also instill lifelong financial literacy and habits that empower their clients to thrive.”

With a team of seasoned experts in credit repair, financial counseling, and debt management, they offer a comprehensive suite of services tailored to meet the unique needs of each individual or family. From disputing inaccuracies on credit reports to developing personalized budgeting plans, they guide their clients every step of the way towards financial wellness.

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My Brother’s Keeper Shelter Holds Ribbon Cutting Ceremony

Marcus Simmons (Founder) of My Brother’s Keeper Shelter along with Cassandra Simmons (wife), Elder Henry Badie and wife, Andrea Jackson and Chamber Ambassadors cuts their ceremonial ribbon joining the Greater Florence Chamber of Commerce. Missing are board members Otis Benjamin, Beth Owens, and Dr. Calvin Robinson.

My Brother’s Keeper Shelter began operation in February of 2019 by Marcus Simmons and four local churches in the Florence area to ensure that homeless and others in need would receive essential services seven days per week.

Some of those services include hot dinners, hot showers, clean clothes, hygiene products, access to the internet and spiritual encouragement.

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Duck Donuts Is Open For Business

Deep Patel along with family, attendees and Chamber Ambassadors, cut the ceremonial ribbon as their Duck Donuts location joined the Greater Florence Chamber of Commerce on June 7th. Duck Donuts is located at 1360 Celebration Boulevard in Florence.

The first Duck Donuts location opened in Outer Banks in Duck, North Carolina in 2007 with the goal of serving warm, fresh donuts. Duck Donuts currently has over 100 locations across the country. Duck Donuts also serves coffee and an assortment of beverages and sundaes.

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