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For any Redditors in and around Florence, SC. This is not the biggest or most well-known city, but it's a great city nonetheless!

10 Things to Know About Florence:

1) Florence’s original city limits formed a circle with a 1 mile radius. You can still see traces of the circular outline on city maps. You can also see a marker at the old center point on Baroody Street. 2) The Florence Fire Department’s oldest working fire truck is 89 years old. (Don’t worry; the 1918 Seagrave has been officially retired!)

3) Seven elected officials serve the City of Florence; 6 city council members and 1 mayor.

4) The City of Florence has 14 parks/recreation areas. That’s about 600 acres for swinging, climbing, sliding, walking or throwing a stick for your dog—so get up and get out!

5) In fiscal year 2005-2006, the city issued 3,918 businesses licenses.

6) On an average day, 13,000,000 gallons of water are processed by the City’s Water Service.

7) There are 19.8 square miles within the Florence City Limits.

8) Careline is a number you can call to report things that need attention within the city limits. Dial 843-665-2273. (A living, breathing human will answer during business hours.)

9) The City of Florence has a population of about 31,000 people.

10) One of Florence’s best known intersections is called “Five Points”, but 4 streets actually meet there.

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If you know any hungry birds in the area tell them to hurry on down to the pecan festival because there are lots of containers of spilled Popcorn and other foods on the ground. And no angry birds around.

Tell your feathered friends that they should get there before the rats do. Because I don't think they share.

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2024/11/02
21:53 UTC

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Dungeons & Dragons , anyone want to play

I’m hosting a DnD game this Sunday , Nov 3rd. It will be a one shot and a chance for people to play and meet.

Then I will try and host more games on Saturdays around noon. Players of all experiences are welcome from new to old.

Reach out if you would like to play. Hope to hear from everyone .

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2024/11/02
14:30 UTC

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Happy Halloween! What did you guys do today? We had a great turn out of trick or treaters this year! 🎃

3 Comments
2024/11/01
02:45 UTC

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Affordable Dental Clinic at FDTC!

Hello! I wanted to share this information with the community. I never knew about this til recently. I'm sure it would help many of us who don't have dental insurance to know this is an option out there. :)

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2024/10/29
17:50 UTC

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Thinking of moving

My mother’s fiancé is moving her out there next year and has offered for my family to move out there with them. My daughter is ten about to be 11 and will be going into middle school next year, what are the schools like? Is there any night life? High crime rate? I know you can read about these things but I would rather hear from people from there then what google says. I’ve lived in a small town in NC my whole life so this would all be very very new to me and my daughter. We love to go out and do things especially trails, restaurants, farmers markets, flea malls. Also what is the dating life like there, im in an open marriage and I’m bisexual. I’m worried it will be like here stuck in the “old ways” mindset I guess you could say? We are very judged about our marriage here, unfortunately.

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2024/10/29
15:15 UTC

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Things Happening in the Pee Dee this week! October 28-November 3, 2024

MONDAY, October 28, 2024

TUESDAY, October 29, 2024

🕸️ Open Mic Night, F.E. Pops 7-9pm

WEDNESDAY, October 30, 2024

💀 2nd Annual Haunted Circus, Sky Zone 5pm-8pm

☠️ FMU String Ensemble, FMU PAC 7:30pm

THURSDAY, October 31, 2024

🦇 Haunted Hotel, Florence Center 4pm-8pm

🍫 Playground Tennis, Florence Tennis Center 6pm-8pm

🪦 Festival of Frights, Main Street, Lake City 6pm

🎃 ECA Fair Begins, 5226 E Palmetto St, Florence

FRIDAY, November 1, 2024 🪄 ECA Fair, Florence Fairgrounds

SATURDAY, November 2, 2024

🐈‍⬛ Lynches River County Park Wild Weekends - Animal presentations are every Saturday at 11:30am and 3:00pm and Sunday at 2:00pm for approximately 10 minutes each.

👽 City Center Farmers Market, Downtown, 9am-1pm

🪄 SC Pecan Music & Food Festival, Downtown Florence

🪦 Run Like a Nut 5K, 10K, and Half Marathon, Downtown

☠️ Bluegrass Music, Grand Ole Post Office, Darlington

SUNDAY, November 3, 2024

🐈‍⬛ Bonsai Club, Growing Hobby

🎃 Fall Open House, Trinity Collegiate School 2pm-4pm

If you know of any other events happening in the Peedee area let us know in the comments below! I hope y’all have an awesome week here in the Peedee! Have a happy Halloween!! 🎃🎃🎃🎃

4 Comments
2024/10/28
00:49 UTC

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Book Club?

Are there any book clubs here in Florence for adults?

18 Comments
2024/10/27
11:31 UTC

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Can anyone recommend a pro bono divorce lawyer?

I know it’s a shot in the dark, but figured I’d ask here. Anyone know if there are any pro Bono divorce lawyers in Florence? Or know of any divorce lawyers that aren’t super expensive?

8 Comments
2024/10/27
03:38 UTC

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Dog boarding recommendations

I unfortunately have to leave my baby dog for a couple weeks on and off during moving - where’s the best place in town ?

4 Comments
2024/10/26
11:16 UTC

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DnD , is there anywhere that plays?

I just moved down in August , in Darlington and looking to play Dungeons and Dragons. Is there a group or anyone looking to play. I could possibly host even .

6 Comments
2024/10/26
02:40 UTC

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Trick or Treat

Hey this is our first Halloween in Florence, we’ve seen a-lot of trunk or treat? But were wondering if we will see any trick or treaters on Thursday! Just wondering if we need to buy some candy👻🎃

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2024/10/25
23:52 UTC

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Vote 🔵

Early voting is open!

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2024/10/25
14:03 UTC

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Come try a Delicious Hotdog

Don’t Miss Out on the City’s Hottest Sensation! Come taste the famous hotdogs everyone’s been raving about—featured on TV and radio!Whether you're a first-timer or a returning fan, Peterson's World Famous Hotdogs will take your taste buds on an unforgettable journey! We will be located at 1521 S Irby St From 11:30Am - 5:00pm On the grass Platform

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2024/10/24
22:27 UTC

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Meeting people

What are some good clubs or places to meet people and socialize?

10 Comments
2024/10/24
11:01 UTC

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Need breakfast lunch dinner recommendations

Hey hey. Coming up this weekend from Charleston for tennis. Looking for breakfast lunch dinner spots. Foodie spots would be perfect Thanks guys and gals Go….

25 Comments
2024/10/23
23:07 UTC

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Flying over Florence in Microsoft Flight Simulator (1:1 scale)

Hello everyone, my name is Joaquín Gelmini, and I want to share with you the flight I made over Florence. I'm a virtual explorer, haha! From video 609 to the last one (i´m still flying over SC) in my playlist, I’m flying across the United States, specifically over South Carolina. If you're interested, feel free to check it out. I hope you enjoy it!

Greetings from Buenos Aires, Argentina.

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=7nvKTJt3Fnw

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2024/10/22
14:05 UTC

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Things to do in the Pee Dee this week! October 21-27, 2024

MONDAY, October 21, 2024

TUESDAY, October 22, 2024

🕸️ Open Mic Night, F.E. Pops 7-9pm

🍬 Trivia Tuesday, Local Motive Brewing 7pm

🕸️ FMU Concert Band, FMU PAC 7:30pm

WEDNESDAY, October 23, 2024

💀 Trivia, Seminar Brewing 7pm-9pm

THURSDAY, October 24, 2024

🦇 Crescent Weight Loss Fall Open House, Crescent Healthcare 5pm-7pm

🍫 Playground Tennis, Florence Tennis Center 6pm-8pm

FRIDAY, October 25, 2024

☠️ Gary Puckett and The Union Gap, FMU PAC 7:30pm

🕷️Wellness & Crafting Workshop, Two Sisters Treasures, Florence

💀 Films at the Farm: Willy Wonka, Moore Farms, Lake City 7pm

SATURDAY, October 26, 2024

🪦 Jack’s Books Grand Opening, 152 S. Dargan St.

🐈‍⬛ Lynches River County Park Wild Weekends - Animal presentations are every Saturday at 11:30am and 3:00pm and Sunday at 2:00pm for approximately 10 minutes each.

👽 City Center Farmers Market, Downtown, 9am-12pm

🦇 Pee Dee Heart Walk, FMU PAC

🍫 BOOtanical Garden, Moore Farms, Lake City 2pm

⚰️ Trucks ‘N Treats 2024, Darlington Raceway 9am

SUNDAY, October 27, 2024

If you know of any other events happening in the Peedee area let us know in the comments below! I hope y’all have an awesome week here in the Peedee!

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2024/10/21
02:59 UTC

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Places to go for a walk?

Hey everyone. I’m looking for some good places to go for walks with my wife. Not well versed in the Florence area TBH. Obviously I know about the Rail Trail, but are there any other good places her and I can go take a nice hour long walk somewhere?

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2024/10/20
12:24 UTC

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Sometimes I just sit around thinking about how lucky I am to have the West Palmetto/I95 McDonald’s be my McDonald’s.

It’s seriously the best McDonald’s I have ever been to. They’re consistent, never a long wait, they never get shit wrong, and they’re efficient af.

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2024/10/18
01:27 UTC

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Things to do in the PeeDee this week! October 14-20, 2024

MONDAY, October 14, 2024

TUESDAY, October 15, 2024

🕸️ Open Mic Night, F.E. Pops 7-9pm

🍬 Trivia Tuesday, Local Motive Brewing 7pm

🕸️ Artful Expression Group for Cancer Patients and Caregivers Meet, Florence County Museum

WEDNESDAY, October 16, 2024

💀 Trivia, Seminar Brewing 7pm-9pm

🍬 Barbie and Ken Club for 5K - 5th Graders, Florence County Library 3:30pm

THURSDAY, October 17, 2024

🦇 Party with a P(o)urpose, Florence County Club 5pm-9pm

🍫 Playground Tennis, Florence Tennis Center 6pm-8pm

⚰️ Trendy Twist Fashion Show, 182 W Evans St

FRIDAY, October 18, 2024

☠️ Kickin’ Chicken Wing & Chili Festival, Downtown Florence 5pm-9pm

🕷️Foodees Spooktacular, 2701 David H McLeod Boulevard

💀 The USAF Concert Band, FMU PAC 7:30pm

SATURDAY, October 19, 2024

🪦 MUSC Women’s Health Fair, Floyd Center 10am-2pm

🐈‍⬛ Lynches River County Park Wild Weekends - Animal presentations are every Saturday at 11:30am and 3:00pm and Sunday at 2:00pm for approximately 10 minutes each.

👽 City Center Farmers Market, Downtown, 9am-12pm

🦇 Blues Jam, Seminar Brewing 3pm-6pm

🍫 Pumpkins & Ponies, Florence Area Humane Society 11am

⚰️ Spooky Soirée, Palmetto Peddlers, Florence

SUNDAY, October 20, 2024

👻 Air Plant Tree Workshop, Growing Hobby 2pm

☠️ Trunk or Treat, Highland Park Church 4pm

If you know of any other events happening in the Peedee area let us know in the comments below! I hope y’all have an awesome week here in the Peedee!

5 Comments
2024/10/13
15:44 UTC

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Pride event

We had our first ever Pride event yesterday and it was amazing.

16 Comments
2024/10/13
11:50 UTC

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We Welcome All To Come Check Out The Coin Show Today!

The Pee Dee Area Coin Show is today at the SiMT building until 5:00pm!

Admission is free and there is a food truck vendor with lunch items for sale.

Additionally, there are educational table for kids, free appraisals, and over 30 local collectors willing to buy/sell/trade with you!

Please come on out, we would love to see more of the Florence community. 💞

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2024/10/12
15:55 UTC

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Y’all!! This sunset tonight.

5 Comments
2024/10/10
03:51 UTC

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Corn Maze around Florence?

Does anyone know of any corn mazes near the area?

3 Comments
2024/10/09
16:15 UTC

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Jobs Hiring?

Hello , I'm a student who currently attends South Florence High and I would like to know are there any places hiring as of right now? I've tried applying for what feels like half of the city just to get no replies whatsoever, I got an interview from Chick-Fil-A just to get the same result. I know coming on here was very random and out of pocket but this is kinda my last resort as im seeing all my friends get jobs like its nothing.

10 Comments
2024/10/08
01:42 UTC

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Things Happening in the PeeDee this week! October 7-13,2024

MONDAY, October 7, 2024 👻 Florence Symphony - Firebird, FMU PAC 7:30pm

TUESDAY, October 8, 2024

🕸️ Open Mic Night, F.E. Pops 7-9pm

🍬 Trivia Tuesday, Local Motive Brewing 7pm

WEDNESDAY, October 9, 2024

💀 Trivia, Seminar Brewing 7pm-9pm

THURSDAY, October 10, 2024

🦇 Mixed Bag with a Twist, FMU PAC 7:30pm

🍫 Playground Tennis, Florence Tennis Center 6pm-8pm

⚰️ Author After Hours with Susan M. Boyer, Flo Co Library 6pm

FRIDAY, October 11, 2024

☠️ Fall Plant & Flower Sale, Pee Dee State Farmers Market

🕷️Downtown Florence Freight, Downtown Florence 5:30pm-9:30pm

SATURDAY, October 12, 2024

🪦 Car, Truck & Bike Show, Flo Co Museum 9am-3pm

🐈‍⬛ Lynches River County Park Wild Weekends - Animal presentations are every Saturday at 11:30am and 3:00pm and Sunday at 2:00pm for approximately 10 minutes each.

👽 City Center Farmers Market, Downtown, 9am-12pm

SUNDAY, October 13, 2024

👻 Earth, Moon and Sun, Dooley Planetarium 3pm

If you know of any other events happening in the Peedee area let us know in the comments below! I hope y’all have an awesome week here in the Peedee!

3 Comments
2024/10/06
20:48 UTC

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ebeneezer park

Hi Florence,

With my wife and our 7 lb dog, driving thru and like to stop and play tennis or go for a walk, grab a quick to-go. Are Embeneezer courts for public use? Busy? Driving through on a Sunday. Some interesting food choices close by to 95 as we jump back on the highway south? And, thanks!

3 Comments
2024/10/06
11:54 UTC

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Babysitting/tutoring request

We have evacuated from Asheville NC to Darlington SC to stay with family and it’s looking like it might be a while before we can go home. I have an 8 year old and 4 year old and was wondering if I could set up some regular childcare for them, maybe a few hours a day- I’m not sure where to start, but maybe someone to do some reading or crafts and to help provide a little structure because I’m also trying to work remotely. Any tips? Francis Marion students?

6 Comments
2024/10/02
13:36 UTC

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