State Credit Union Recognized in Top 200 Rankings from DepositAccounts.com

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Congratulations to Chamber member, State Credit Union, on its recognition for the third straight year as one of the Top 200 Healthiest Credit Unions in America! The recognition was given by DepositAccounts.com, which evaluates the financial health of
every federally insured credit union in the United States – more than 6,000 total.
 
Each institution is graded on a number of factors, including capitalization, deposit growth, and loan to reserve ratios, in
order to determine a comprehensive health score.
From the list of 6,003 credit unions, DepositAccounts.com recognizes those who have shown exceptional fiduciary responsibility in its 2016 edition of the Top 200 Healthiest Credit Unions in America.

Fair Labor Standards Act Seminar Highlights Upcoming Overtime Changes

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A large crowd was on hand Wednesday for the YP and Chamber Lunch & Learn on the Fair Labor Standards Act! The presentation is taking place at the Drs. Bruce and Lee Foundation Library.
 
Reynolds Williams, Mark W. Buyck III, Chamber President Mike Miller and Young Professionals President Meggie Baker are working together to present the program on the new overtime rule that could impact business owners, overall business finances and employees.
 
Thank you to everyone taking part and please feel free to tag yourself if you are featured in the photos and to share the album as well.
 
More information on the FLSA:
 
The Overtime Rule
In 2014, President Obama directed the Secretary of Labor to update the overtime regulations to reflect the original intent of the Fair Labor Standards Act and to simplify and modernize the rules so they’re easier for workers and businesses to understand and apply. The department has issued a final rule that will put more money in the pockets of middle class workers – or give them more free time.
The final rule will:
Raise the salary threshold indicating eligibility from $455/week to $913 ($47,476 per year), ensuring protections to 4.2 million workers.
Automatically update the salary threshold every three years, based on wage growth over time, increasing predictability.
Strengthen overtime protections for salaried workers already entitled to overtime.
Provide greater clarity for workers and employers.
The final rule will become effective on December 1, 2016, giving employers more than six months to prepare. The final rule does not make any changes to the duties test for executive, administrative and professional employees.
To view the entire gallery of images click on the link below:
Facebook Album: YP Lunch & Learn: Fair Labor Standards Act

YP Lunch & Learn : Fair Labor Standards Act Takes Place Today at Drs. Bruce and Lee Library

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Don’t forget to join us today at noon at the Drs. Bruce and Lee Library for the YP Lunch and Learn: Fair Labor Standards Act program.

The session promises to be an informative update on pending changes to the “overtime rule.”

You must have pre-registered for the event to attend. We’ll see you there!

 

For more information on the event, click below:

Facebook Event Page: YP Lunch & Learn/ Fair Labor Standards Act

 

SC Chamber Accepting Applications for 2016 Workplace Diversity Awards

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From the SC Chamber of Commerce:

“We’re excited to announce that we are now accepting nominations for the 12th Annual Excellence in Workplace Diversity Award! This award recognizes companies for their significant contributions to the advancement of South Carolina through diversity initiatives and inclusion efforts.”

Click on the link below to learn more and submit your nomination:

SC Chamber Workplace in Diversity Award Application

Weekly Arts & Entertainment Roundup for the Florence Area

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(images courtesy: Florence Regional Arts Alliance & Florence County Museum)

Here’s a look at everything going on this week in the Florence Arts Community, courtesy of the Florence Regional Arts Alliance & Convention & Visitors Bureau.

Click on the link below to find out about everything from summer camps for the kids, to craft and painting classes to exhibits at the Florence County Museum!

Florence Arts List of Current Events

Downtown Florence, Chamber Offices Become Backdrop for Upcoming Film

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(image courtesy: Robby Hill)

The streets of Downtown Florence and even our very own Chamber offices were turned into a movie set this past weekend!

Special thanks to Chamber Board member Robby Hill for snapping the above pic of all the action.

According to Hill’s post, crews from “G It’s Entertainment” were in town filming scenes for an upcoming Hallmark movie and used downtown Florence as part of their backdrop!

We can’t wait to see how it all turns out. Stay tuned for additional details.

City of Florence Wins Municipal Achievement Award for Fourth Consecutive Year

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(all images courtesy: City of Florence FB)

For an unprecedented fourth consecutive year, the City of Florence is the winner of the SC Municipal Association Achievement Award for superior and innovative efforts in local government.

Each spring, the SC Municipal Association accepts award entries from member municipalities.

Winners were honored at the Association’s Annual Meeting.

2016 Achievement Awards

Started in 1987, the program provides local government officials and employees the opportunity to receive deserved recognition for superior and innovative efforts in local government.

The program also provides a forum for sharing the best public service ideas in South Carolina.

Friday Event & Concert List for Florence Area

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Looking for something fun to do this evening in and around Florence?

Here’s a list of all the various events, concerts and experiences taking place today, courtesy of FloTown Flow:

 

Friday, 15 July 2016

03:30 PM Fine Arts Friday at Drs. Bruce and Lee Foundation Library in Florence

04:00 PM – 07:00 PM “Friday Night Flights” at Wholly Smokin’ Downtown – $2 off beer & wine flights

04:00 PM – 08:00 PM Happy Hour Mon- Sat 4-8pm at J Michael’s

05:00 PM – 07:00 PM Happy Hour at Rebel Pie

05:00 PM -07:30 PM Happy Hour at Victor’s Bistro (Mon-Fri)

06:00 PM – 10:00 PM VIC’s Outback Live Music Fridays at Victors

06:00 PM – 10:00 PM Live Music at Red Bone Alley-Big Bam Boom (Saturday-Shirleys)

06:30 PM – 08:30 PM BBQ & Bluegrass at Cain’s BBQ

06:30 PM – 09:00 PM Seminar Brewing Tasting Room, Florence

07:00 PM Paint “Just Relax” at Addie’s Baby Studio in Florence

07:00pm – 09:00pm Songwriters Show with Joe Cat and Johnny Tanner at The Clay Pot

07:30pm Roald Dahl’s Willy Wonka, Jr at the Florence Little Theatre

07:30 PM Live Music at Southern Hops-Live Music with Kenny Powell and Ed Clements (Saturday- Live Music with Matt Weldon)

10:00 PM – 02:00 AM Karaoke at The Swamp in Florence

10:00 Jah Creation at Apple Annie’s

Check Out New Additions at the City Center Farmers Market

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(image courtesy: City Center Farmers Market FB Page)

From our friends in Downtown Florence: Don’t miss the City Center Farmers Market this week!

The Clay Pot Coffee Shop will be there with fig smoothies made on site, iced chai, and tomato pies!

Don’t forget to pick up the freshest produce for your weekend meal plans and head over to the market’s Facebook page for a complete list of vendors.

For more information, visit:

City Center Farmer’s Market Facebook Page

Florence Area Humane Society Offering Special Deal this Weekend

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Check out this great offer from the Florence Area Humane Society- THIS Saturday, they’re waiving all adoption fees between noon and 5 pm!

See the picture above for complete details on how you can take advantage of this special deal , help out one of our community’s best assets and find your new best friend!