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Clemson Ag Service Lab announces fee increase
Clemson University Ag Service Lab is increasing print/mail fees to $3 per sample. Emailed reports remain free. Services include soil, water, and plant testing.
UPC barcode revolutionizes commerce in 50 years
The first modern barcode was scanned 50 years ago this summer – on a 10-pack of chewing gum in a grocery store in Troy, Ohio.
FLORENCE, S.C.-- Boys & Girls Clubs of the Pee Dee Area was among 13 non-profit organizations recognized by the U.S. Department of Education for expanding access to high quality afterschool and summer learning programs for students.
Walkers take a lap at Darlington to fight child trafficking
DARLINGTON, S.C. — About 150 people Saturday morning walked a lap around the Track Too Tough to Tame to show their support in the fight against human trafficking.
Darlington County solar projects land grants
DARLINGTON, S.C. — Two Darlington County projects and one Dillon County project will receive about $4 million in support in the form of federal loans and grants awarded as part of the Rural Energy for America Program Renewable and Energy Efficiency Program.
Florence homes for big families
Florence homes with at least five bedrooms.
Bicyclist hurt in Florence crash with minivan
FLORENCE, S.C.-- A bicyclist was injured Monday morning in a crash with a minivan at 1099 King Avenue in Florence.
Marion Chamber celebrates Chop Curbside new ownership
MARION, S.C. -- The Marion Chamber of Commerce held a ribbon cutting ceremony to celebrate the new ownership for Chop Curbside on Main Street Tuesday.
Florence Saturday drive-by shooting injures one person
FLORENCE, S.C. -- One person and several vehicles early Saturday morning were hit by gunfire in a drive-by shooting in the 700 block of Dixie Street.
Jordan’s Image of Hope supplies 200 children for school in Marion
MARION, S.C. – Former Marion High School wrestling state champion and Clemson University graduate Ta'Jon Jordan along with the help of volunteers provided school supplies to more than 200 children Saturday.
Marion County Habitat for Humanity dedicates home in Mullins
MULLINS, S.C. — Marion-Dillon County Habitat for Humanity officials and board members celebrated passing the keys to a completed home to a new owner in Mullins Saturday.
Opioids involved in latest death of inmate held at Richland County jail, sheriff says
A man who was being held at the Alvin S. Glenn Detention Center was recently taken to an area hospital where he died Sunday morning, according to Richland County officials. This is the fourth time in July that an inmate who was being held at the Richland County jail has died. In a news release, officials said that the Richland County Coroner’s Office has been notified about the most recent ...
Florence's former Griffin Motors dealership up for sale
FLORENCE, S.C.— The Griffin Motors dealership building, a historically significant building in downtown Florence, is up for sale.
SLED issues statement on July 22 fatal police shooting
FLORENCE, S.C. -- South Carolina State Law Enforcement Division Friday released additional information on a July 22 fatal shooting that involved Florence and Florence County law enforcement.
Florence County Animal Shelter offers adoption specials
FLORENCE, S.C.-- The Animal Shelter of Florence County announced Friday an event aimed at finding loving homes for shelter animals.
Coroner: Overdoses kill 4 on same night
Four Orangeburg residents died after overdosing on drugs in one night, according to Orangeburg County Coroner Samuetta Marshall.
Lake City search warrants turns up drugs, guns, arrests
LAKE CITY, S.C.—Three people were arrested Thursday after Florence County sheriff's deputies served a search warrant at a residence in southern Florence County.
New Lake City public charter school planned to open in August 2025
LAKE CITY, S.C. – A new public charter school is coming to Lake City and is set to open its doors in August of 2025. — Pee Dee Innovation and Leadership Academy will be an elementary school for students in second through fifth grade. The school will start with 120 students for year one and p…
Rainy forecast means Florence After 5 postponed until Aug. 2
FLORENCE, S.C.— Downtown’s favorite award-winning block party, originally scheduled for Friday, July 26th, has been postponed to Friday, Aug. 2 because of the weather forecast during the scheduled event time.
Man wounded in Thursday night Florence shooting
FLORENCE, S.C.— A man was shot in the leg Thursday night in the 600 block of Stackley Street in Florence.
Central congregants stuff backpacks with dignity, pride
FLORENCE, S.C.-- About a dozen Central United Methodist Church congregants gathered Monday in an upstairs room at the church to send a message to some students about to start class in Florence.
Drought eases in Pee Dee counties
The S.C. Drought Response Committee has downgraded drought status in 13 counties, including those in the Pee Dee, after recent rains.
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FSD3 Teacher of the Year prioritizes the Florence community
LAKE CITY, S.C. -- Florence School District Three named its teacher of the year -- Erick Bennett-Bell, an instructional coach and gifted and talented teacher at Main Street Elementary.
Conway man sentenced to 19 years in federal drug case
FLORENCE, S.C.— Raul Perales Guzman, 38, of San Luis, Mexico, was sentenced to more than 19 years in federal prison after pleading guilty to conspiracy to distribute fentanyl and cocaine, and distribution of fentanyl.
Jordan hosting third annual back-to-school drive in Marion
MARION, S.C. – Former Marion High School wrestling star Ta'Jon Jordan is organizing his third annual Image of Hope Back-to-School Drive at the Shannon Wilkerson Gym Saturday from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m.
One person dies in Tuesday Darlington County house fire
One person died in a house fire in the Pine Ridge Community of Darlington County.
New concept Bojangles set to open in downtown Florence
A new unique Bojangles location is opening in downtown Florence, featuring special menu items, integrating local charm.
Florence neighbors: Obituaries for July 24
Read through the obituaries published today in SCNOW.
Bam Bam Cam, a 13-year-old racehorse, is still racing and winning
After Rob Wiemers' racehorse Bam Bam Cam spent a few years in retirement, they saw he still had energy to race at 11 years old. Now 13, Bam Bam is one of the oldest racehorses in North America and has won his two most recent races. Video by Allie Schallert, aschallert@post-dispatch.com
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