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Francis Marion University working with group to preserve Florence slave cemetery
FLORENCE, S.C. (WBTW) — One of South Carolina’s oldest slave cemeteries could remain undisturbed from future development, thanks to a collaboration between Francis Marion University and an area preservation group. “I am overjoyed that we have come together to show respect for the souls that once walked this earth, just as we are today,” Vivian […]
North Vista in Florence welcomes students to upgraded facility this school year
FLORENCE, S.C. (WBTW) — A Florence elementary school will welcome its students back from a new home this school year after school officials at North Vista said they upgraded the facility and decreased in size. The new North Vista is located right next to its old location on Irby street. The 8,800 square foot facility […]
Aydin Palmer commits to play for South Carolina
FLORENCE (WBTW) – The pride of South Florence high school Aydin Palmer committed to play for the South Carolina Gamecock baseball team on Wednesday. Palmer spent last season pitching for Florence Darlington Tech, helping the Stingers reach the JUCO World Series in Colorado. Palmer compiled a 9-3 record, pitching 60 innings and striking out 77 […]
B-CU shares Dr. Bethune artifacts and history at birthday observance
Bethune-Cookman University (B-CU) celebrated its founder’s 149th birthday on Wednesday with a focus on her life and her legacy. Dr. Mary McLeod Bethune was born on July 10, 1875, in Mayesville, South Carolina. Along with being B-CU’s founder, she was one of the nation’s renowned civil rights and women’s rights leaders.
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