Victors To Host A Thanksgiving Eve Block Party Benefiting Children Of Hope

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On Wednesday, November 23, Victors will host its annual Thanksgiving Eve Block Party from 7:30-10:30pm located at 109 South Dargan Street, Florence. The event is open to the public and will feature music by Jebb Mac Band, drinks, and time with friends and loved ones prior to the Thanksgiving holiday.

In lieu of an entry fee, event attendees are asked to either provide a minimum donation of $5,or bring a toy to donate valued at $5 or more. All donated proceeds will support HopeHealth’s Children of Hope program.

Since 1996, children identified by their health care providers as having significant needs have received clothing and toys through the Children of Hope program. HopeHealth has expanded the program from being Florence-based to serving children from all HopeHealth service areas. Last year, through contributions by employees and community members, the Children of Hope fund helped 323 children have gifts for Christmas.

During the month of July, HopeHealth employees raised $34,000 through the Christmas in July campaign. Donations given during the Thanksgiving Eve Block Party will add to these funds and allow HopeHealth to take this giving even further.

If you are interested in donating to Children of Hope, or learning about the opportunity to adopt a family, please contact Cindy Averitt at
caveritt@hope-health.org

Duke, Harvest Hope ‘Pack the Pantry’ To Kick Off Month-Long Campaign To Fight Hunger

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Duke Energy joined Harvest Hope Food Bank in Florence Thursday, November 3rd to “Pack the Pantry” and kick off a month-long campaign to support organizations in South Carolina that address food insecurities and inequities across the state.

In addition to purchasing the food that volunteers packed, Thursday’s event also included a $100,000 grant to Harvest Hope to help expand mobile food pantries to those in the most rural areas of the Pee Dee.

Duke Energy’s month-long initiative will provide over $325,000 to more than 40 feeding programs leading up to the Thanksgiving holiday and culminated with the final surprise grant announcements on Giving Tuesday.

“Every community in South Carolina is home to families who face hunger,” said Mike Callahan, Duke Energy South Carolina state president. “The statistics are startling – nearly 500,000 of our friends and neighbors lack consistent access to high-quality meals, and 1 in 7 of those are children.”

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Kickin Chicken Wing Contest, People’s Choice Winner Announced

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When all the online votes were counted, Back Porch Barbeque came out the winner and presented with the award by the Morning News. Accepting the award from Morning News President Matt Tranquill and Chamber of Commerce Membership Relations Director, Jay Lavrinc is Damon Kight. More than 2,000 people attended the Chamber’s Kickin Chicken Wing and Chili event held back on October 21st.

Demolition of Old Motel Now Complete

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The demolition of the old motel located at 1300 E. Palmetto Street is finally complete!

The City of Florence worked closely with three great partners to make the removal of the blighted property a reality. These entities acknowledge the importance of the E. Palmetto Street gateway and recognize that redevelopment and beautification efforts at this location will create a better, safer, and more appealing entrance to Florence for travelers coming from Florence Regional Airport, Francis Marion University and Myrtle Beach and for newcomers or new businesses desiring to relocate to the area.

In collaboration with Drs. Bruce and Lee Foundation, McLeod Health, and Florence County, the property will now be an expansion of Levy Park, enhancing neighborhood beautification and the quality of life for the surrounding neighborhoods.

Young Professionals of Florence Are Giving Back In November

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Join YPF in giving back with Harvest Hope Food Bank this holiday season! Come help us pack boxes for the community for Thanksgiving on Thursday, November 17th at 5:30 PM! Last year was a wonderful event and we want to make it even better this year!  Please fill out the volunteer form if you plan to attend!

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Florence Center Hosts 5th Annual Jingle Bell Market

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You are invited to join the Florence Center for their 5th Annual Premier Holiday Shopping Show, Jingle Bell Market November 18-20, 2022.  Advance tickets are on sale now.

This 3-day spectacular event is the shopping event of the season, brimming with Gifts, Crafts, Apparel, Accessories, Jewelry, Art, Vintage and Farmhouse Chic, Gourmet Foods, Wine Tastings and A WHOLE LOT MORE!!!

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Florence Chamber Holds Annual Fall Legislative Breakfast

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Expect growth and development to continue in the City of Florence and Florence County.

That was the overarching theme of presentations by Florence City Council member Chaquez McCall and Florence District 1 County Council member Jason Springs at Friday’s Greater Florence Chamber of Commerce’s Fall 2022 Legislative Breakfast at the Florence Center. More than 200 people attended the twice a year event.

South Carolina Department of Transportation Secretary Christy A. Hall gave the keynote address and an update on various road and bridge projects happening in Florence County and across South Carolina.

McCall and Springs focused on city and county projects that will attract visitors, businesses and industries and jobs to the city and county.

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American Recruiters Joins The Florence Chamber

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Sandy Poston, independent franchise owner/operator/recruiter for American Recruiters in Johnsonville held a ribbon cutting on Wednesday in the James Allen Plaza in downtown Florence celebrating her company’s membership in the Greater Florence Chamber of Commerce. She was joined by chamber staff and ambassadors as she cut the ribbon.

Poston said American Recruiters is a 40-year-old national recruiting firm that partners with companies and organizations, to “source, recruit and deliver” exceptional talent in all areas related to supply chain management logistics and more.

Poston specializes in direct hire placements.

“I have firsthand experience in manufacturing and understand the skills and knowledge required in just about every aspect of a facility,” Poston said. “I know what questions to ask, what qualifies someone for different levels of responsibility, and whether they would be a good fit for managing processes or managing people, and whether they are a leader, or an individual contributor. I peel back the layers of the candidate so I expose my clients to those I personally have vetted and am confident are a good fit for one another.”

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Young Professionals of Florence Hold Costume Party As Their October Social

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Young Professionals held their October Social, a costume party, on Thursday, October 20th from 6:00 – 8:00 pm on the Victors Patio!

Chamber Sales and Marketing Manager Position

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The Greater Florence Commerce mission is to promote and enhance a favorable business climate and to make Florence the best community in which to live and operate a business. With that in mind, we are looking to fill a Sales and Marketing role at the Chamber.

This position is responsible for advertising sales in the Chamber’s Newcomers Guide and Membership Directory publications along with the coordination and production of those products. Responsible for Chamber Website advertising and monthly newsletter production.  Other roles include working as the Chamber representative on the Jr. Leadership Florence County partnership program.

Qualifications

  • The applicant must have previous experience in marketing and sales.
  • Must have high school diploma. Prefer a college degree in marketing, sales or equivalent.
  • Must have strong oral and writing skills.
  • Must be comfortable in public forums
  • Must be familiar with computers and knowledgeable with MS software and data programs.

Please send resume to:

Sales/Marketing Position
Florence Chamber of Commerce
100 W Evans St
Florence, SC 29501