The Pines At Florence To Host Police Remembrance Day September 27

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National Police Remembrance Day started in 1989. It was established to honor police officers who lost their lives in the line of duty. This day provides a moment where we reflect on the bravery and sacrifices made by these officers. It was initiated by police jurisdictions across Australia, New Zealand, Papua New Guinea, Samoa, and the Solomon Islands to recognize their fallen members collectively.

This decision led to the first National Police Remembrance Day being held in 1989. Over the years, it has become a significant day for police forces and the public alike. This tribute to police officers who have died while serving their communities, marking the significance of their service and sacrifice. Many would not walk in their shoes, and it is now the “End of Watch”. Join us as we honor and never forget the sacrifice and countless tears behind the loss of these individuals. Our Memorial service will begin at 3pm. We will have blue ribbons on hand for your lapel if you have none. Pines at Florence cares and will never forget.

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Chamber Represented At SETA Conference In Savannah

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The Chamber’s own Les Echols, (Chairman of the Pee Dee Workforce Board Workforce Development Board), represented the Pee Dee at the Southeastern Employment and Training Association (SETA) conference in Savannah, Georgia this week. The Pee Dee was well represented by Workforce Development staff and board members, including Workforce Development Director, Bridgette Coates and SC Works Florence Center Site Manager, Tawanda Epps.

The SETA conference was an opportunity for hundreds of workforce development professionals from the Southeast and beyond to converge for networking and professional development. These events are opportunities to connect with other professionals and build relationships that can impact the trajectory of day-to-day operations of all workforce organizations and agencies.

MAI Partners Holds Ribbon Cutting Ceremony

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Billy Vickers Owner/CEO along with Robbin Johnson Managing Director of MAI Partners and Chamber Ambassadors cut their ribbon joining the Greater Florence Chamber of Commerce.

MAI Partners is proud to announce its launch as a new business advisory and consulting firm (based in the Pee Dee area), with a mission to partner with and support their clients to deliver world-class solutions to challenging issues across organizational functions. For example, they have subject matter experts in areas such as strategic planning, continuous improvement initiatives, supply chain optimization, quality management systems design, and financial and operational process design. MAI Partners is committed to helping businesses achieve innovative, measurable, sustainable, and profitable results.

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MUSC For Health Alcohol & Drug Recovery Services Celebrates National Recovery Month

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Join MUSC for Health Alcohol & Drug Recovery Services for a celebration of National Recovery Month.  The event takes place Wednesday, September 25, 2024 from 10:00 am – 2:00 pm. The location is MUSC Health Florence Medical Center (Main Lobby) 805 Pamplico Hwy Florence, SC 29505.

This event will feature local organizations sharing resources and information about programs and services available in the Pee Dee Area. The resources will include information about substance abuse, mental health, treatment and wellness practices.

Bruce Hall’s goal is to promote public awareness about mental health and addiction/substance use recovery while celebrating the resilience and contributions of those in recovery.

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Florence 1 Schools Adult Education Featured On ChamberLink Radio

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Dr. Lisa Justice, Adult Education Director at Florence 1 Schools was the Florence Chamber’s guest this past weekend sharing what the Florence County Adult Education offers in educational services to local businesses and community groups, as well as a variety of community education classes.   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.

You can review past ChamberLink Radio Show interviews by clicking https://www.flochamber.com/events-programs/podcasts/

Greenberg Real Estate, LLC Holds Ribbon Cutting

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Barnett Greenberg along with family members and Chamber Ambassadors cuts his ribbon welcoming in his 17th year in business and is the owner of Greenberg Real Estate, LLC.

Barnett is a native of Florence, South Carolina. His family on the Greenberg side has been involved with investing and developing real estate in the Pee Dee area of South Carolina since his great-grandfather, who was an immigrant and entrepreneur in the scrap metal and fur businesses. Barnett has been an active full-time Realtor(R) since 2007. He began his real estate career in the Charleston South Carolina area.

When you hire Barnett, you hire the broker in charge to provide customized professional help for you with your real estate needs. Barnett is committed to doing the best he can to help each individual client achieve their goals. Barnett determines his success not solely by the dollar amounts of real estate he sells or the dollar amount of money he as the broker nets, but rather he looks at the positive effect he can have helping his clients with their real estate needs. His goal is to deliver the most outstanding and personalized service to each individual client.

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Sponsorship Opportunities Available For Jingle Bell Market

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Calling all businesses! Our annual Jingle Bell Market will be here in just a few months! We are excited to invite your company to partner with us as a sponsor for the upcoming Jingle Bell Market! By sponsoring this festive event, you’ll have the opportunity to connect with thousands of holiday shoppers eager to support local businesses and enjoy seasonal delights. Your sponsorship will not only ensure a magical experience for families but also prominently feature your brand in our promotional materials, social media channels, and during the event itself. We believe your involvement would be mutually beneficial, showcasing your commitment to community spirit and enhancing your visibility during the joyful holiday season. Please contact us at manager@jinglebellmarket.com today for more information on how to become a sponsor.

Children Of Hope Campaign Receives Large Donation

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Jebaily Properties, a consistent donor and long-time supporter of HopeHealth, provided a major donation to the Children of Hope program this year to help create holiday joy. John Jebaily and his daughter Julie Jebaily recently presented HopeHealth with a $7,500 check for the program.

HopeHealth strives to make the holidays special for children experiencing difficult circumstances through its Children of Hope Christmas in July fundraising campaign.

Thanks to the funds raised during Christmas in July, pre-selected children who are HopeHealth patients will receive much-needed clothing and toys for the holidays.

Charlee Rhodes, HopeHealth development and events coordinator, shared, “The Children of Hope program is over 20 years old, and it is beautiful to see that community members are still willing to build this program for the future. We are thankful to the Jebaily family for pouring into the future of our community by supporting its children.”

Leadership Florence Class of 2025 Attends Retreat

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Leadership Florence Class of 2025 kicked off their year with a fun and informative 2-day Retreat.

Gina Trimarco Klauder of Pivot10 Results facilitated a discussion of leadership principles and strategies last Monday, followed by a dinner and a poolside reception.

Day two consisted of team building exercises at Wonderworks Myrtle Beach.

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St. Anthony Catholic School Partners With Florence County Library Bookmobile To Foster Literacy

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St. Anthony Catholic School students were thrilled to check out books from the Florence County Library System Bookmobile, which visited the school on Tuesday. The visit marked a significant step in enhancing the educational experience of the students by providing them with an additional opportunity outside of the school library to have direct access to a wide array of reading materials and resources.

The Florence County Library System Bookmobile is dedicated to promoting literacy and instilling a lifelong love of reading. During the bookmobile’s visit to St. Anthony Catholic School, students eagerly explored the extensive collection of books available for checkout. The bookmobile’s visit was more than just a book distribution event; it was an interactive experience that included an engaging storytelling session, dancing, and sign language instruction designed to captivate young minds and foster a deeper connection to reading.

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