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Black henna tattoos make painful souvenirs for Florence girls

Taylor Miller, 13, of Florence, got a Black Henna temporary tattoo when on vacation on the Grand Strand this past July but was never warned of potential health risks.

Despite community demand, Florence without on-call veterinarians

FLORENCE - Christmas will never be the same again for Jane Slagle and her family.

55-year-old man killed in mo-ped crash near Aynor

A 55-year-old Florence man was killed Saturday in a wreck on U.S. 501 in Aynor. Jerry Lynn Chapman, 55, of Florence, was pronounced dead around 5:15 p.m. at Conway Medical Center, said Horry County Coroner Robert Edge Jr.

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Anyone who's been caught in traffic on I-95 - any other interstate, for that matter - may think that our next guests may have breathed in too much car exhaust.

Florence dogs find loving homes in Washington D.C.

Suzi Ball gives the dogs some extra love and attention before loading them into the van to be transported Lucky Dog Rescue in Washington D.C. on Saturday, September 4, 2010.

2010 Toyota Prius: No better gas sipper

With its software problem fixed, the Toyota folks were quick to OK an extended road test for one of the stingiest gas sippers in the land -- the reworked 2010 Prius.

Florence School District 1 sells $21 million in general obligations bonds

Florence School District 1's bond rating has improved, which will reduce the cost of borrowing and could make the district more attractive to investors.

Man involved in Florence assault remains at large

FLORENCE - A 22-year-old man wanted in connection with a brutal attack on a local teenager remains at large.

Camp RAE 5K run benefits summer program for special needs children

FLORENCE - Local runners and exercise enthusiasts will have a chance to run or walk for a cause next month.

New headmaster sees great potential in The King's Academy

FLORENCE - The King's Academy welcomed Mike Hiltibidal as new Head of School two weeks ago.

Pee Dee Group-Sierra Club meeting features 'Plastic Ocean Project'

The program begins at 7 p.m. at St. Luke Lutheran Church , 1201 Cherokee Road, Florence .

Pee Dee golf tournament to benefit scholarship campaign

An upcoming golf tournament in Florence County will help raise funds for an area scholarship campaign, according to event organizers.

Pee Dee emergency workers watching Hurricane Earl

Emergency management officials in the Pee Dee are keeping a close eye on Hurricane Earl until it is completely past the South Carolina coast.

Disabilities Act a foundation for Americans, Pee Dee residents

FLORENCE - It's been 20 years since President George H.W. Bush signed the Americans with Disabilities Act into law, and while the scope of the act reaches from the nation's capitol to the Pee Dee some say there's still more work to be done.

Noted neurologist to speak in Hartsville

Dr. Walter James Evans will speak to the Alzheimer's Caregivers Support Group 10 a.m. Tuesday at St.

Harvest Hope Food Bank faces critical donation shortfall

FLORENCE - The Pee Dee Branch of Harvest Hope Food Bank is in the middle of what officials say is a significant shortfall in donations needed to meet the demand.

Progress honors Williamson for five decades of service

FLORENCE - It may or may not be a record in the annals of Progress Energy , but Cordy Williamson was recognized for 50 years' service to the company Monday.

Criminals target north Florence neighborhood

The incidents have taken place over the past several months, especially along Lester Avenue, just off of North Irby Street.

Marion County Council approves worthless check unit

The Marion County Council approved the worthless check unit, proposed by Twelfth Circuit Solicitor Ed Clements III, during a meeting Thursday, Aug.

Hartsville Police Department seeks top accreditation

The Hartsville Police Department is undergoing an on-site assessment this week as part of its effort to achieve accreditation by the Commission for Accreditation for Law Enforcement Agencies Inc.