Floor Boys held an official opening and ribbon-cutting ceremony on Tuesday, June 15th at its Florence location, 2001 Elijah Ludd Road (next to Schofield’s). The Greater Florence Chamber of Commerce assisted in the ribbon cutting, along with its ambassadors. “We do all types of flooring – hardwood, carpeting, vinyl, anything you put on floors,” co-owner Robbie Norris said.
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Softwash Pros USA of the Pee Dee introduced its new technology in the exterior cleaning industry on Thursday, June 17th at a ribbon cutting with the Greater Florence Chamber of Commerce. Chamber ambassadors joined in the celebration. Dan Ladd started the business in March 2020. Ladd said, “Right after starting the business I had COVID. I was sick for about three weeks; then just after getting back to work I fell and broke my feet on June 2, 2020. I was cleaning a house and fell from a ladder. I landed on concrete and broke both of my feet. After surgery and four months to recover, we decided that there had to be a better way, and we found that with drone cleaning.” He said is an innovative, safe way of doing the job.
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A ribbon-cutting ceremony was held Monday, June 21st at Zayn All Natural Beauty & Wellness Suites assisted by the Greater Florence Chamber of Commerce. Chamber ambassadors joined in the celebration. The shop is located at 2724 W. Palmetto St. Suite 1-2 in Florence. Owner ShaQuana Myers said she and her sister Destiney Baker, and mother, Valerie Baker, offer a variety services at the shop, including, but not limited to, hair styling, hair removal by anesthetics. Cryo therapy, skin tightening, pain relief, facials, pedicures and manicures, skin care and internal health care products, natural herbs, tonics, home fragrances, hand dipped incense, lemon baths and day spa. Myers said they have two locations in Florence. She opened this one about a year and four months ago. She has another shop on Evans Street that she opened in April 2020.
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Performance Foodservice, a division of Performance Food Group and one of the largest foodservice distributors in the nation, announced on June 17th plans to expand operations in Florence County. The more than $11 million investment will create 150 new jobs. With over 60 locations nationwide, Performance Foodservice delivers more than 200,000 food and food-related products to 125,000 customer locations. Located at 2801 Alex Lee Boulevard in Florence, Performance Foodservice’s expansion will enhance the company’s servicing capacity, include the purchase of new equipment and increase dry good storage. The building expansion is expected to be completed by the second quarter of 2022. Individuals interested in joining the Performance Foodservice team should visit the company’s careers webpage.
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The Otis Elevator plant near Florence will be the location where the company will build one of two lines of digitally connected elevators. Otis Elevators recently introduced two new lines of digitally connected elevators – the Gen3 and Gen360 platforms – at an event held early last week. Both new platforms use the Otis ONE internet of things digital platform, which provides, collects and analyzes data from the smart sensors in the elevators to deliver real-time performance information, proactive communication and predictive insights. The technology also makes it possible to resolve many issues remotely and securely. And with cloud-based application programming interfaces, both platforms integrate with other smart building systems to create enhanced value for facility managers and passengers alike.
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Brian Fast of First Citizens Bank will be the new chairman of the Greater Florence Chamber of Commerce board, beginning July 1. Fast replaces Mike Reichenbach of Reichenbach Ford. Reichenbach will serve as past chair in the upcoming fiscal year. The chamber chair-elect will be Paul Seward of First Bank. Completing the chamber executive board is Keith Buckhouse as treasurer.
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Linda’s Boutique caters to the mature woman and has clothing, accessories and shoes. The boutique opened Jan. 12 at 2117-B W. Palmetto St., and held a ribbon cutting on Wednesday, June 9th for its grand opening. Cutting the ribbon was Owner Linda Lane. She was joined by Laurie Keeton, part time employee; Linzie Batchelor, marketing; and the Greater Florence Chamber of Commerce staff and ambassadors. Lane was in the clothing retail business prior to opening her shop in Florence. She operated Linda’s Boutique in Manning for about 12 years. Lane said it is wonderful to be in Florence. She said the reception has been great.
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QVC is expanding the fulfillment center in Florence County with a $27.5 million investment that will create approximately 360 new jobs. The state of South Carolina today announced that longtime Florence County employer QVC®, a world leader in video retail across broadcast, streaming, mobile and social platforms, is expanding the company’s fulfillment center in Florence County. The approximately $27.5 million investment is expected to create approximately 360 new jobs.Operating in South Carolina since 2007, QVC combines retail, media and social to curate products, experiences, conversations and communities for millions of shoppers and brings together large audiences for thousands of brand vendors. Worldwide, QVC reaches 218 million homes via its 12 broadcast networks and reaches millions more via multiple streaming services, websites, mobile apps and social pages.
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Missy’s restaurant held a ribbon cutting on Wednesday, June 2nd at its new location, 300 Whitman Ave. Owner Susan Missy Gillespie has combined her two businesses, Missy’s and The Venue, at one location. The Greater Florence Chamber of Commerce and its ambassadors participated in the celebration. Wednesday also marked Gillespie’s 25th year in business. Gillespie said she is excited to offer people in the area another place to hold events as well as enjoy good soul food. Missy’s was previously located at 257 N. Coit St. and The Venue at 1210 W. Evans St. in Florence. The new location was the former Golden Crown Chinese Restaurant.
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Freddy’s Frozen Custard & Steakburgers officially opened in Florence at 10 a.m. on Tuesday, June 1st with a ribbon-cutting ceremony. Franchise owner Brett Rickert was joined by the Greater Florence Chamber of Commerce and its ambassadors, his father and partner Stan Rickert and the Freddy’s team for the celebration. Cutting the ribbon was General Manager Cormika Johnson-Richburg. Located at 1104 Pamplico Highway near MUSC Health Florence Medical Center, Freddy’s is known for its cooked-to-order steakburgers, Vienna Beef hot dogs, shoestring fries and frozen custard treats made with freshly churned chocolate or vanilla frozen custard.
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