Sounds of the Pee Dee Family Day Timrod Park - 400 Timrod Park Drive August 2nd: 1 PM - 5 PM Food Trucks: 1 PM - 5 PM Kids Zone: 1 PM - 3 PM Live Music from Painted Man: 3 PM - 5 PM
Camp Carraway, formerly known as Camp F.E.V.E.R., was renamed in honor of Sergeant Terrence Carraway and continues his legacy of mentorship and service. This two-day overnight camp is designed for young males ages 11–14, providing them with a supportive and empowering environment to face today’s challenges head-on. Focused on mentorship, life skills development, and offering a positive alternative...
For Immediate Release – July 10, 2025 Temporary Closure of S. Coit Street and W. Cedar Street Intersection Scheduled for July 14–25, 2025 Media Contacts: Clint Moore, Assistant City Manager of Development, (843) 665-2047 or cmoore@cityofflorence.com FLORENCE, SC – The City of Florence would like to notify the public that the intersection of S. Coit Street and W. Cedar Street will be temporarily...
The City of Florence welcomed teams and unattached athletes from South Carolina, Georgia, and Florida as they competed in the 2025 USATF Region 4 Junior Olympic Championships July 3-6! Athletes who placed in the top 25 in their USATF State Championship were eligible to compete in the USATF Region 4 Championship. On the final day of the championship, the track meet moved from a timed schedule to a...
CITIZENS POLICE ACADEMY The Citizens Police Academy is a program designed to teach community members about the internal operations of the Police Department and give them hands-on training in a safe environment. Citizens partake in a 7-week course, meeting once a week for approximately 2 hours. The course includes live demonstrations by specialty teams within the department and presentations from...
The City of Florence is now accepting fiscal year 2025-2026 Accommodations Tax applications for eligible non-profit agencies. This application is intended for organizations interested in applying for funding aimed at promoting tourism, specifically to attract and cater to tourists visiting the Florence area. Printed applications and all supporting documentation must be received no later than...
The City of Florence welcomed USA Track & Field, better known as USATF, as they hosted the 2025 USATF-SC Association Junior Olympic Championships June 20-22! This year's championships had a bit of a twist as it attracted athletes from AAU with sights on advancing to the USATF National Junior Olympics being hosted in neighboring Savannah, GA this year. Athletes who placed top 25 in their events...
For Immediate Release – June 20, 2025 Celebrate the 4th of July with Fireworks Over Florence! Media Contacts: Tim Wilson, Assistant Director of Parks, Recreation, and Sports Tourism – (843) 665-3253 or twilson@cityofflorence.com FLORENCE, SC – The City of Florence is excited to present the Fireworks Over Florence July 4th Celebration at the Florence Soccer Complex (1000 Soccer Way). Join us on...
For Immediate Release – June 12, 2025 Mordecai C. Johnson Park Sign Unveiling Media Contacts: Victoria Nash, Director of Parks, Recreation, & Sports Tourism – vnash@cityofflorence.com or 843-665-3253 FLORENCE, SC – 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...
For Immediate Release – June 10, 2025 Scheduled Water Service Interruption Postponed Until Further Notice Media Contacts: Josh Whittington, Utilities Director – 843-665-3236 or jwhittington@cityofflorence.com FLORENCE, SC – 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...
For Immediate Release – June 9, 2025 The City of Florence celebrates 45 consecutive years as a Tree City USA and its 18th Tree City USA Growth Award Media Contacts: Adam Swindler, Public Works Director – 843-665-3236 or aswindler@cityofflorence.com FLORENCE, SC – The City of Florence is proud to announce its designation as a 2024 Tree City USA by the Arbor Day Foundation, marking its 45th...
For Immediate Release – June 5, 2025 Scheduled Water Shut-Off Notice & Boil Water Advisory Media Contacts: Josh Whittington, Utilities Director – 843-665-3236 or jwhittington@cityofflorence.com FLORENCE, SC – The City of Florence will temporarily interrupt water service on Tuesday, June 10, 2025, from 9:00 p.m. to 3:00 a.m. for customers on Bentree Lane, Wildwood Drive, Holly Circle, Lockhaven...
