Pee Dee Outdoor Classic

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Give your business the exposure it deserves at the premier outdoor expo! With 3,500+ attendees expected, this is your chance to connect with a passionate audience of outdoor enthusiasts.

Why partner with us?  Pre-built & custom packages to fit your needs; 1.1 million website interactions in 2024; 5+ million Facebook impressions in 2024; 3,500+ attendees expected

Don’t miss this exclusive opportunity to showcase your brand! Contact our show manager today to secure your 2025 Pee Dee Outdoor Classic partnership package. Jane Polsky – jpolsky@florencecenter.com

City-Wide Hiring Event – Pass The Word

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Join the City-Wide Hiring Event on March 20th from 9 am to 2 pm at the Pearl Moore Basketball Center – 500 Barnes Street, Florence, SC.

The City of Florence will be conducting on-site interviews and hiring for Utilities, Public Works, Parks, Recreation & Sports Tourism, Administration, Fire, Police, and more!

Job benefits include State Health, Retirement, a Wellness Clinic with a Nurse Practitioner, Paid Holidays, Uniforms, Equipment, and more!

For more information, click here.

Young Professionals Of Florence Speed Networking Event

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Attention Young Professionals of Florence! We are excited about this month’s YP event on March 20th with the FMU School of Business. We are going to be doing speed networking, so practice your elevator pitch and bring your business cards for a night of fun, networking and friendship!

Don’t miss all the fun, starting at 5:30pm at the FMU campus (4811 Roberts C. Scott Dr)

Hope to see y’all there!

Chamber’s Outlook Luncheon – Wednesday

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The Greater Florence Chamber of Commerce’s guest speaker for the sold out 2025 Business Outlook Luncheon will be Alan Wilson, South Carolina Attorney General. The event will be held on this Wednesday, March 19 at Florence Center.

As Attorney General, Wilson has focused on fighting human trafficking, with a report in 2019 ranking our state best in the nation for improving its human trafficking laws and last year’s report showing continued improvement in fighting that crime.

The Chamber’s luncheon will include an announcement of the Small Business Person of the Year, which is sponsored by Dedicated Community Bank, and the Public Servant of the Year, which is sponsored by Francis Marion University.

The Chamber’s Ambassador of the Year will also be recognized.

The annual luncheon will again be held at the Florence Center with doors opening at 11:30am and the program beginning at 12 noon.

TLC Your Way Home Care Featured On ChamberLink Radio

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Natalia Samuels, owner of TLC Your Way Home Care and TLC Your Way Hospice Care, was the Florence Chamber’s guest this past weekend talking about in home care and hospice care. 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/

Leadership Florence Fundraiser: Kickball For A Cause & Charity Motorcycle Ride

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The Third Annual Leadership Florence’s Kickball For A Cause is a kickball tournament held at Carolina Bank Field. This year Leadership Florence is partnering with House of Hope and Lighthouse Ministries to raise money for these great local non-profits. Last Kickball For A Cause event, Leadership Florence was able to raise over $30,000. Bring the whole family to support this great event. There will be bounce houses, games, and concessions available so it will be a great time for all ages.

New this year is a charity motorcycle ride from Black Jack Harley to Carolina Bank Field.  Riders are $25 each; Passengers are $10 each.

Reach out to Ryan White at whitejr14@gmail.com for more information or to sign up.

Queen’s Sacred Yoni Holds Ribbon Cutting Ceremony

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Joi Perkins owner of Queen’s Sacred Yoni, along with family, friends and Chamber Ambassadors cutting her ribbon joining the Greater Florence Chamber of Commerce.

Queen’s Sacred Yoni is proud to announce its Grand Opening & Ribbon Cutting Ceremony, marking the beginning of a movement rooted in self-love, natural healing, and empowerment. Founded by Ms. Joi, a woman who took a leap of faith to follow her passion, Queen’s Sacred Yoni is dedicated to helping women and men reclaim their power through holistic wellness practices. The business offers Yoni Steaming for women to promote womb health, emotional balance, and self-care, along with Lingam Steaming for men to support prostate wellness, detoxification, and reproductive health.

Inspired by her own healing journey, Ms. Joi discovered the power of natural medicine and self-love rituals. This passion led her to create handcrafted natural soaps, body butters, yoni care products, bath salts, and oils — all made with herbs, love, and intention to nourish the mind, body, and soul. Each product and service is designed to help clients embrace their divine energy and promote overall wellness.

To read the full story, click here.

July 4th Fireworks Planned For Florence

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Yes, there are going to be fireworks planned for July 4th at the Florence Soccer Complex on 1000 Soccer Way off West Palmetto. At this time the City is looking for Sponsors to bring this event to Florence. The sponsorship levels are:

  • American Sponsor- $5000+
  • Patriot Sponsor- $3000
  • Liberty Sponsor- $1500
  • Star Sponsor- $500

For details on how you can help support this effort, please contact Tim Wilson with Florence Parks, Recreation and Sports Tourism at twilson@cityofflorence.com

GSSM Robotics Teams Shine At South Carolina FIRST Tech Challenge State Championship

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The South Carolina Governor’s School for Science & Mathematics (GSSM) robotics teams excelled at the South Carolina FIRST Tech Challenge (FTC) Robotics Championship, held at Dreher High School on Feb. 21-22.

GSSM’s Golden Dragons (Team 772) won the Inspire Award, recognizing them as the top GSSM-ranked FTC team in the state for 2024-25. This prestigious award highlights excellence in robot design, teamwork, and outreach. The Golden Dragons also competed as the second-ranked Alliance Team Captain, selecting Raptoria (Team 25068) as their playoff partner, mirroring their success at January’s Midlands Qualifier.

The Dragons/Raptoria alliance fought through five intense playoff matches to reach the finals. Raptoria’s robot, originally built in GSSM’s Robotics class by Rehden DuRant and Jaden Press, played a key role in their success.

To read the full press release, click here.

St. Anthony Catholic School Expands Educational Offerings With Year-Round 3K/4K Program

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St. Anthony Catholic School is excited to announce the expansion of its educational offerings to include year-round schooling for our 3K and 4K preschool students, beginning this summer. Following the success of our pilot program last summer, we are committed to providing an enriching, continuous learning experience for our youngest learners.

This expansion allows us to offer a year-round, faith-centered educational environment that supports the academic, social, emotional, and spiritual growth of young children. Our 3K and 4K programs are designed to foster curiosity, creativity, and a love of learning, all while building a strong foundation for future academic success.

Why Choose St. Anthony Catholic School’s 3K/4K Year-Round Program? At St. Anthony, we believe that young children learn best when they are encouraged to challenge themselves through imagination and exploration. Our year-round preschool programs provide a balanced approach with a variety of age-appropriate activities and lessons that focus on developing key skills in a stimulating environment. Academic Excellence: Children will develop early academic skills in reading, writing, and math, preparing them for a lifetime of learning. Social Growth: Through play and collaboration, children will learn essential social skills, such as sharing, listening, and cooperation. Spiritual Development: Children will grow spiritually through Catholic teachings and community values, experiencing God’s love in a meaningful way.

To read the full press release, click here.