Mad Hatter Tea Party Set To Benefit Florence Area Humane Society

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Don’t be late for this very important date! Indulge in a whimsical afternoon celebration of Alice in Wonderland High Tea! Join them for a delightful journey down the rabbit hole with enchanting decor and delectable treats fit for a Mad Hatter tea party. This includes door prizes as well as a prize for the best hat! Plus, don’t miss the chance to meet the Mad Hatter as he makes a special appearance during this magical event! Maybe even a few furry friends will drop by dressed in their finery. Hurry, spots are very limited!

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Coolest Thing Made In SC Accepting Nominations

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What’s the Coolest Thing Made in SC? Starting Monday, February 10, you can nominate your favorite South-Carolina-made product to compete in the 4th Annual hashtag#CoolestThingMadeinSC contest sponsored by BlueCross BlueShield of South Carolina! Any product manufactured in South Carolina is eligible to participate. It’s time to get your submissions ready!

For more information, click here.

City U Applications Are Open

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Have you ever wondered about the budget planning process, the inner workings of the water system, or how firefighters are trained?

If so, then CityU has an educational opportunity for you!

For more information, click here.

MUSC Featured On ChamberLink Radio

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Lisa Prather, BSN, RN-Director of Oncology Pee Dee Division at MUSC, Kara Windham BSN, RN-Infusion Nurse at MUSC and Tonda Spinks, BSN, Rn-Infusion Services Manager for MUSC, were the Florence Chamber’s guest this past weekend where the conversations with Lisa, Kara and Tonda were centered on the new MUSC Health Hollings Cancer Center here in Florence. We encourage you to tune-in every Sunday from 12:00-12:30pm on LIVE 95.3FM in Florence, SC.

This program is brought to you by the Greater Florence Chamber of Commerce.

Looking for past ChamberLink Radio Show interviews? Click here:

https://www.flochamber.com/events-programs/podcasts/

FMU Kelley Center To Host Entrepreneur & Small Business Networking Event In Lake City

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The FMU Kelley Center is excited to head to Lake City to host an evening of networking and collaboration at our Entrepreneur & Small Business Networking Event! This free, in-person event will take place on Thursday, February 27th from 5:30 to 7:00pm at The Continuum (208 W Main St) in Downtown Lake City.

Whether you’re a seasoned small business owner or just starting out, this event is the perfect opportunity to connect with other entrepreneurs, exchange ideas, and build valuable relationships in a casual and friendly environment.

Attendees will also be able to learn about the services and programs offered by local organizations such as the FMU Kelley Center, SCORE, and the Greater Lake City Chamber of Commerce as well as tour the available office spaces offered through the Kelley Center’s Incubation program.

Expand your network, gain insights from experienced professionals, and discover new opportunities to grow your business. From startups to established ventures, everyone is welcome to attend.

For more information, click here.

SPC Credit Union Launches Prize-Linked Savings Program, “Save to Win”

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SPC Credit Union Members can now save money while earning chances to win cash prizes up to $5,000!

SPC Credit Union is rewarding its Members for saving more of their hard-earned money with their new Save to Win account, through which account holders can enter themselves into monthly and quarterly raffles for cash prizes ranging from $50 to $5,000. To participate in the prize drawings, a SPC Members have to do is open a Save to Win Account, then start making deposits. With every savings deposit of just $25, they’ll be entered in the monthly and quarterly prize drawings at the local and national levels. There is no minimum balance requirement. Raffle entries are based on a month[1]over-month increase in $25 increments.

All of the money that piles up in an account holder’s Save to Win account is theirs to keep, along with the dividends earned, so it’s a win-win savings option, with the chance to triple the winnings through the monthly and quarterly raffles.

Save to Win is the latest of a litany of products and services designed to put Members First, Always.

For more information, click here.

Florence Chamber’s Women In Commerce Galentine’s Social

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Everyone had fun last Thursday night at the Florence Chamber’s Women in Commerce Galentine’s Winter Social. The gathering was held at Seminar Brewing on West Lucas Street from 5:30 to 7:00pm.

Many put on their dancing shoes, or boots, and learned some new dance moves. The free event offered fun music, dance, great hors d’oeuvres and beverages

Special thanks to First Bank for the sponsorship and the Chamber Galentine Committee for their planning.

Suzanne M. La Rochelle, MSW Holds Ribbon Cutting Ceremony

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Suzanne Rochelle along with the Chamber Ambassadors welcome her to the Greater Florence Chamber of Commerce.

Suzanne received her clinical license to practice privately in 1996. Her first office was in Massachusetts. She has been seeing clients on a part-time schedule in Florence since 2020. In 2025, she is now offering services on a full-time basis

Recognizing you may need help is a sign of your inner strength and intelligence. Therapy is a proven intervention to improve your mental health. Addressing issues that negatively impact your mental health early is one of the best indicators of successful treatment. Doing the hard work now is an investment in yourself and all the people you care about. It is a known fact that the best indicator of future behavior is past behavior UNLESS there is a significant intervention. Therapy may be the intervention you need to succeed.

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GSSM Expands Summer Camps To 14 Locations Statewide

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The South Carolina Governor’s School for Science & Mathematics (GSSM) is excited to announce the expansion of its popular summer day camps to four additional technical colleges across the state. This expansion is part of GSSM’s ongoing commitment to making STEM education more accessible to students in South Carolina.

The GSSM GoSciTech Day camps are designed for rising 6th through 8th graders and provide hands-on experiences in science, technology, engineering, and mathematics (STEM). These four-day programs run from Monday to Thursday, 8:30 a.m. to 4:00 p.m., and focus on developing problem-solving and teamwork skills through exciting explorations in engineering, human biology, coding, and more. The camps are hosted at technical colleges across the state, creating opportunities for students to engage in high-quality STEM learning close to home.

The new host locations include: Aiken Technical College, Graniteville / Piedmont Technical College, Greenwood / Trident Technical College, North Charleston / Williamsburg Technical College, Kingstree

With these additions, GSSM now partners with a total of 14 technical colleges statewide to provide these innovative learning opportunities.

To view the full press release, click here.

Pee Dee Coalition Recognizes February As Teen Dating Violence Awareness Month

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Teen relationships should be built on respect, trust, and safety—but 1 in 3 teens experiences dating violence. This month, Pee Dee Coalition is raising awareness about the importance of healthy relationships and how our community can support young people in recognizing the signs of unhealthy behaviors. If you would like to learn more or schedule a presentation on topics such as what is teen dating violence, the importance of bystander intervention, healthy relationships or the importance of building a collaborative partnership with PDC’s prevention program and other customized presentations, please contact: Tracey Miller, Director of Prevention Programs at tmiller@peedeecoalition.org.

Pee Dee Coalition has some exciting virtual events planned so keep checking in on our social media platforms for dates and times. Join us in spreading awareness, learn more at www.peedeecoalition.org and follow us on Instagram & Facebook @PeeDeeCoalitionOrg

To view the full press release, click here.