The Florence area will see over 200 new houses in the next few years. Colorado-based Century Communities is building houses in three locations. Freedom Estates will hold 142 homes on its lot on Freedom Boulevard. Another 78 are being built in the company’s West Lakes property in Florence on the way to Timmonsville and another 33 will be built in the Country Club of South Carolina. All the housing will be single family homes. The president of Century Complete, a brand of Century Communities, Greg Huff, said they expect all the homes within Freedom Estates to be sold within 21/2 to 3 years “based on the high demand for quality affordable homes in this area.”
Florence has a once-in-a-lifetime chance to remake one of its city parks into a 20-acre, almost-$18 million gateway destination that would be transformative to an east Florence neighborhood. The bulk of the cost would be covered with grant money, CARE Funds, contributions and in-kind services. That is the plan and vision put forth by Florence City Council members George Jebailey and J. Lawrence “Chipper” Smith II for Levy Park. “We approved $2.7 million but in total we’re going to receive a little bit short of $18 million to redo this entire park. Granted, if we get the grant in 2024,” Smith said.
McCall Farms To Invest Additional $38 Million In Florence County
McCall Farms expects to invest an additional $38 million in Florence County. This week the Florence County Council unanimously approved on second reading an expansion of the original economic agreement from 2019, in which the company agreed to invest $50 million and create 1,000 jobs. “McCall Farms has really been a good partner for Florence County,” Chairman Willard Dorriety Jr. said. “They have really grown, and they are doing an excellent job with what they provide to the community, and we’re thankful to have them here.”
Just a few tickets remain for the Greater Florence Chamber's first Women in Commerce Luncheon on Thursday, Aug.31, at the Florence Center. The festivities will begin at 11:30 a.m. with a Mingle and Mocktails. The lunch and program will be starting at 12 noon. This new event will be focused on networking opportunities to make professional friendships, business contacts and develop build key relationships that will help grow your business reach and personal career. The keynote speakers for the Women In Business Luncheon will be Donna Isgett, President and CEO of McLeod Health, and Costa King Cockfield, Chief Nursing Officer of MUSC Health Florence Medical Center. Both will be sharing their inspirational journeys in career growth.
Emerging Leaders Summer Institute Hold Graduation Ceremony
The Greater Florence Chamber of Commerce held a graduation ceremony for the 2023 Emerging Leaders Summer Institute on Wednesday, August 16th at the Chamber. Keynote speaker was Bryan Braddock, CEO of House of Hope. Congratulations to the 2023 Emerging Leaders Cohorts: Lisa Bailey, Boys and Girls Club of the Pee Dee; Ingrid Cherry, McLeod Health; Chiquita Dubose, Florence Center; Jasmine Fulmore, Tone Up Wellness & Aesthetics; Shamelia Sofi Harris, House of Transformations; Celly Kahn, Pee Dee Speech & Hearing Center; Jasmine McFadden, CARE Huse of the Pee Dee; Nic Middleton; Emem Oyekan, North Group Real Estate; Daphne Sabangan, Florence, SC Financial.
Crown Cork & Seal USA, a manufacturer of metal cans and other packaging, will be investing nearly $21 million over the next three years in a Florence County manufacturing center that will create almost 30 full-time jobs. The Florence County Council approved an economic development agreement with the company, which was previously identified as “Project Mimosa” to protect the company’s identity while the agreement was finalized, at its meeting on Thursday. Crown Holdings, which is Crown Cork & Seal USA’s parent company, is a leading global supplier of packaging, primarily metal drink cans.
The NASCAR Cup Series PLAYOFFS kick off Labor Day Weekend at Darlington Raceway! Don’t miss your chance to experience the tradition of the Cook Out Southern 500 on Sunday, Sept. 3. As a Chamber Member, enjoy $25 off select grandstand tickets to the Cook Out Southern 500! Darlington Raceway offers FREE parking on property – come early and tailgate, then check out all of the activation in our Midway from partner displays to the NASCAR Experience!
Join SCORE for this free virtual workshop presented by a certified SCORE Mentor at noon on Tuesday, Sept. 12. You’ve got your business strategy and you know how much you need, now it’s time to find the money. This workshop focuses on traditional financing through grants and loans as well as the newer method of crowdfunding. There’s a wide range of ways you can achieve your dream of becoming a business owner and this workshop will show you where to go to fund your business. Register here.
Young Professionals of Florence Team Up With Hartsville Young Professionals To Host “Friday After 5” Event: Start your weekend off strong with the Hartsville Young Professionals and the Young Professionals of Florence from 5 to 8 p.m. on Friday, Sept. 22, at Wild Heart Brewing in Hartsville.
Its Not Too Late! Leadership Florence Applications Still Available
Leadership Florence is a comprehensive nine-month program designed to identify, cultivate and motivate new leadership for the Greater Florence Area. Participants will increase their knowledge of the Greater Florence area and enhance their involvement in community activities while further developing their leadership skills. The program begins with a Meet & Greet in August and ends with graduation in June 2024. Sessions are one full day per month.
FLORENCE CHAMBER MISSION: "Promote and enhance a favorable business climate and improve the quality of life to make Florence the best community in which to live and operate a business."
Find out more online at https://www.flochamber.com/, visit the office at 100 W. Evans St., Florence, or call 843-665-0515.
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