Thrivent Financial Holds Ribbon Cutting Ceremony

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Christina Schneider from Thrivent along with her family and Chamber Ambassadors cuts her ribbon while joining the Greater Florence Chamber of Commerce.

Christina Schneider of Florence, SC has joined Thrivent as a Financial Professional. Thrivent is a Fortune 500 diversified financial services organization, providing advice, investments, insurance, banking and generosity programs and solutions.

Schneider comes to Thrivent excited to support clients in all stages of their financial journey. With the belief that money is a tool, not a goal, she is passionate about taking a purpose-based approach to financial strategy and advice. She takes time to understand clients’ unique goals and priorities and helps them develop a holistic financial strategy so they can achieve their most important goals. Through her work, she helps people achieve financial clarity, enabling lives full of meaning and gratitude.

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FMU School Of Business To Host Speaker Series For The Public

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The Francis Marion University School of Business is kicking off a Speaker Series with Barbara Melvin, President and CEO of SC Ports Authority. As the first woman to lead a top 10 US operating container port, Melvin’s skilled leadership has guided many of the port’s significant achievements, including deepening the Charleston Harbor to 52 feet, making it the East Coast’s deepest harbor. Check it out.

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HopeHealth Compassionate Care Fund Receives Support From Truist

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HopeHealth is pleased to receive support from Truist to further the important work of bridging gaps to patient health care through the Compassionate Care Fund.

During a check presentation on January 31, HopeHealth received a $12,000 grant from Truist to support the Compassionate Care Fund. While HopeHealth is dedicated to providing primary and preventive services to all patients in our service areas, at times, HopeHealth patients have needs that cannot be directly met by our providers. The Compassionate Care Fund exists to contribute to these unmet needs by supporting patients in areas of their lives that cause barriers to their health care. This support includes such things as preventive health screenings, emergency assistance, and more.

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FDTC To Host An Open House This Weekend

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Florence Darlington Technical College would like you to join in the FDTC Open House on Feb. 17 and instantly be entered into a drawing for a $500 scholarship for the Fall 2024 semester.

Join in for an in-depth look at Florence-Darlington Technical College and an opportunity to meet current and future Stingers. Tour campus facilities and learn about FDTC Degrees, Diplomas, & Certificate programs as well as student life.

Go Stingers!

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Business After Hours Hosted By The Benton House Of Florence

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The Greater Florence Chamber of Commerce held a business-after-hours event last Thursday hosted by The Benton House of Florence at 1370 Celebration Blvd.

Many Chamber ambassadors and area businesses joined in the fun conversation, food and networking.

The Benton House is a beautiful place.

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Chamber Hosts Women In Commerce Coffee Social

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The Greater Florence Chamber of Commerce hosted a successful first Women in Commerce Coffee Social at the Residence Inn on Tuesday, February 6th. A special thanks to our sponsor, Raines Company, who helped make the event possible. The women of Florence County braved the chill to enjoy fresh coffee and treats from Lincoln’s Brews mobile coffee truck. Thank you to all who attended!

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Black History Parade Returns February 17

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The Florence Black History Parade will return on Saturday, February 17, 2024, beginning at 11:00 AM.  The parade will start at the City Center (324 West Evans Street) and end at Thompsons Barber Shop (212 N Dargan St, Florence, SC 29506).The Theme is “Black History is American History”. We are asking that all participants get into the spirit by decorating their vehicles or floats to center around the theme.Participation fees support the Black History Parade. There will be a fee of just $10.00; anything over 4 units (in one group) there will be a flat fee of $25.00.

To register, please contact Buddah at 843-468-7489, Les Echols at 843-616-1030 or Pat Gibson Hye-Moore at 843-472-9420.

The Florence Center To Hold Hiring Event – Thursday

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Join the Florence Center this Thursday from 2:00 – 4:00 PM and again from 6:00 – 8:00 PM for a hiring event.  Two forms of ID are needed and they ask that you please park in the Gate 3 entrance.

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Pee Dee Hearing Center & Harvest Hope Food Bank Team Up For Food Drive

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Help us help hungry families!

Pee Dee Hearing Center is partnering with Harvest Hope Food Bank by inviting our staff, patients, friends, and the public to bring food donations to Pee Dee Hearing Center between Valentine’s Day and Feb 29. Let’s make our boxes overflow!

Pee Dee Hearing Center is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit United Way of Florence County community partner.

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Growing Hobby Joins The Greater Florence Chamber of Commerce

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Holly Beaumier along with her husband Jim and Chamber Ambassadors welcome Growing Hobby to the Greater Florence Chamber of Commerce.

Unusual succulents, cacti, bonsai, carnivorous plants, and quirky gifts draw customers into this inviting destination shop. Growing Hobby was started by Holly Beaumier in 2021, following a year of collecting succulents during the pandemic. Beaumier, who is also the executive director of the Florence Convention and Visitors Bureau, developed an interest in propagating plants and creating dish gardens from repurposed objects, including high heel shoes and vintage chandeliers.

Located at the Pee Dee State Farmers Market, Growing Hobby has expanded from one booth space to three and is now housed in a climate-controlled permanent structure. “It’s much better for the plants, and for us,” notes Beaumier, “and we have music playing for the plants 24/7, too. Lots of customers claim this shop is their happy place.”

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