Unemployment rates were down for Florence, Darlington and Marion counties in April, according to South Carolina Department of Employment and Workforce data released May 22
- Justin Driggers
Florence Post 1 opens the 2026 season this Friday in North Carolina with a revamped roster.
- GENE ZALESKI Staff Writer
Democratic primaries for Darlington County Council District 2 and for S.C. House District 54 as well as a Republican primary for S.C. House District 65 are on the ballot for Darlington County as early voting begins Tuesday, May 26
- USA Today Network
After a push from President Donald Trump, the Republican-led South Carolina legislature has failed to approve a new redistricting plan for the state.
- GENE ZALESKI Staff Writer
Democratic primaries for Marion County Council District 3 and District 5 seats are on the ballot in Marion County as early voting begins Tuesday, May 26.
- Special to The Morning News
Florence County Fire Rescue firefighters rescued three kittens from a vehicle at the Circle K on East Palmetto Street.
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The Florence County Library System and SC Dept. of Archives will host exhibit "Foundations of a Revolution" featuring Revolutionary War documents in Florence on May 28.
The Florence County Library's seed library
allows residents to check out up to three seed packets weekly for free. Increasing in popularity, the program aims to promote gardening skills and self-sufficiency.
The School Foundation grants $149,563 to Florence 1 Schools for 2026-27 for projects including STEM learning, autism support, driver education tech, and media production.
In 1852, Marion Star discusses secession sentiment, Wilmington and Manchester Railroad development, potential new railroads, and the beginning of the Civil War in the area.
The National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration released its Atlantic hurricane seasonal outlook Thursday morning, predicting a below-normal season.
Marion County School Board has announced its selection for interim superintendent. She will begin June 15.
Multiple suspected or confirmed cases of hantavirus, specifically the Andes virus strain, have been linked to the MV Hondius cruise ship, raising concerns nationwide.
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