The City of Florence wishes a Happy Father's Day to all the incredible dads and father figures in our community! Your guidance, hard work, and dedication make a lasting impact. Thank you for all that you do. Wishing you a day filled with appreciation and joy! #FathersDay #CityofFlorenceSC #FullLifeFullForward

Happy Flag Day, Florence! Today, we celebrate the adoption of the American flag by the Second Continental Congress on June 14, 1777. The original flag looked a bit different from the one we fly proudly today. Like the current flag, it had 13 alternating red and white stripes representing the original colonies. However, in the upper left corner—where there are currently 50 white stars—the original flag featured 13 white stars arranged in a circle, symbolizing a new constellation and the unity of the colonies as equal members of a new nation. This design, often called the "Betsy Ross flag," became the first official flag of the United States, embodying the spirit of independence and unity at our nation’s birth. #FlagDay2025 #CityofFlorenceSC

Attention! Community leaders from local churches, non-profits, and businesses! You’re invited to join Mayor Barnes and the Community Development Committee for an important meeting on crime prevention and community development. Date: Monday, June 16, 2025 Time: 6:00 PM Location: Council Chambers, 1st Floor – City Center 324 W. Evans Street, Florence, SC 29501 Let’s work together to build a safer, stronger Florence! #CityofFlorenceSC #FullLifeFullForward #StrongerTogether

Come out tomorrow, June 14th, from 8 am to 1 pm at the City Center Farmers Market (200 Sanborn Street) for a special Bee City Takeover celebration! 🐝

Attention: The City of Florence will host a public sign unveiling ceremony for Mordecai C. Johnson Park (formerly known as Northwest Park) on Friday, June 20 at 1:00 PM. The event will take place at the park, located at 801 Clement Street. Click the link below to view the full press release: https://www.cityofflorence.com/news/mordecai-c-johnson-park-sign-unveiling

Whether this is your first hurricane season in Florence or your 50th, it’s important to keep storm safety and preparedness top of mind. Experience doesn’t guarantee safety, so don’t get too comfortable. Let last year’s hurricane season remind us that storms can be unpredictable. Just because things have happened a certain way in the past doesn’t mean they will play out the same way this time. Make sure you’re following trusted sources like Florence County Emergency Management / ECC and South Carolina Emergency Management Division for accurate, up-to-date weather information and essential preparedness tips. For even more tips and resources, visit: https://mailchi.mp/3e8c4b1a7281/weather-ready-resources #HurricaneSeason2025 #CityofFlorenceSC #FullLifeFullForward

Attention City of Florence Residential Rental Property Owners! Rental permit applications and payments for the 2025-2026 year are due June 30, 2025. For more information, please visit: https://www.cityofflorence.com/planning-research-and-development/residential-rental-registry If you have any questions, please contact the City of Florence Planning Department at 843-665-2047 or email rentalpermits@cityofflorence.com.

Attention! The planned water service interruption for customers on Bentree Lane, Willwood Drive, Holly Circle, Lockhaven Drive, Woodland Drive, and the 2200-2400 blocks on West Palmetto Street, originally scheduled for tonight, Tuesday, June 10, 2025, has been postponed until further notice due to unforeseen circumstances. Click here to read the full press release: https://www.cityofflorence.com/news/scheduled-water-service-interruption-postponed-until-further-notice

Attention! Community leaders from local churches, non-profits, and businesses! You’re invited to join Mayor Barnes and the Community Development Committee for an important meeting on crime prevention and community development. Date: Monday, June 16, 2025 Time: 6:00 PM Location: Council Chambers, 1st Floor – City Center 324 W. Evans Street, Florence, SC 29501 Let’s work together to build a safer, stronger Florence! #CityofFlorenceSC #FullLifeFullForward #StrongerTogether

U.S. News & World Report has ranked Florence #3 on the “Best Places to Live in South Carolina” list, scoring high across key quality of life metrics like affordability, commute time, housing value, and community appeal. Whether you're a long-time local or new in town, this recognition highlights why Florence is a standout choice! Click here to see why Florence stands out: https://realestate.usnews.com/places/south-carolina/florence #CityofFlorenceSC #FullLifeFullForward