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November 25, 2009
Florence physicians receive training
Dr. Steven McKay, Dr. Craig Strickland, Dr. Stewart Sherman, chiropractic physicians at Advantage Health & Wellness Center in Florence, recently completed a program on introducing wellness programs to their community.
November 24, 2009
Bow Thai Kitchen brings Thai cuisine to downtown Hartsville
Donald and Peet Quist say they want to keep the menu at their new Thai restaurant in downtown Hartsville as true to Thailand as possible.
Florence 1 food service members recognized
Florence School District 1 food service staff members received many awards at the recent 56th Annual State Conference of the School Nutrition Association in Greenville.
Creech elected president of Montessori association
Members of the International Association for Montessori Educators elected Dr. Floyd Creech, Florence School District 1’s coordinator of early childhood, president of the organization.
McLeod Health re-opens café
McLeod Regional Medical Center in Florence has announced the re-opening of Café du Jour, a French sidewalk-inspired area that will host three new food vendors: McLeod Innovation Station, Groucho’s Deli and Moe’s Southwest Grill.
Hubbard named trustee of school association
Emeriel C. “Em” Hubbard Jr., headmaster of Trinity Collegiate School in Darlington, has been named a trustee of the Southern Association of Independent Schools (SAIS). His three-year term will commence in January.
Carter selected to participate in test planning
Vicki Carter, mathematics department chairwoman of West Florence High School, has been selected as a Question Team Member (QTM) for the Advanced Placement Reading for Calculus Test in 2010.
McLeod Health expanding parking deck
McLeod Health has announced that a service expansion program will soon be underway at McLeod Regional Medical Center to respond to the issue of parking limitations, convenience and demands for easier access to the wide range of health care services offered to the region.
November 23, 2009
Education forum to be held in Florence for homeowner association members
The S.C. Chapter of the Community Associations Institute is having an educational forum for residents living in condominium or homeowners associations at 6 p.m. Dec. 1 at the Drs. Bruce & Lee Foundation Library, 509 S. Dargan St., Florence.
First Reliance Bank boasts Florence’s top market share
First Reliance Bank recently captured the top spot in market share among Florence banks, including the so-called megabanks, at 22.07 percent, according to a First Reliance press release.
November 20, 2009
Anderson Brothers Bank’s Elliott elected to board
David Elliott, Anderson Brothers Bank vice president of information technology, has been elected to serve on the Jack Henry & Associates CIF 20/20 National User Group Board of Directors.
Sonoco ranked among top companies for leaders
Sonoco has been named a North America Top Company for Leaders by Hewitt Associates, The RBL Group and Fortune magazine.
November 19, 2009
Curves of Hartsville giving away free week of workouts
Curves of Hartsville wants to encourage you to try one week at Curves for free. Between Dec. 1 and Dec. 15, non-members can pick one week to work out at the Hartsville Curves for free.
November 18, 2009
First Bancorp announces cash dividend
The Board of Directors of First Bancorp, the parent company of First Bank, has declared a cash dividend of $0.08 per share payable Jan. 25 to shareholders of record as of Dec. 31.
Founder of new Grand Strand Chamber of Commerce steps down from Board of Directors
Ward Shepherd, founder of the Grand Strand Chamber of Commmerce, announced he was stepping down from the Board of Directors effective immediately to focus on his company Citywide Wi-Fi.
FMU Psychology Department honors Willis
Johnny R. Willis, senior counselor for Circle Park Behavioral Health Services and part-time psychology instructor at Francis Marion University, has been honored by the FMU Department of Psychology with an outstanding alumni award.
SCANPO to offer 2009 legal symposium
The S.C. Association of Nonprofit Organizations will offer its 2009 S.C. Nonprofit Legal Symposium in Columbia next month.
Florence’s S&W Manufacturing awarded federal contract
S&W Manufacturing in Florence has been awarded a $74,016 contract by the U.S. Government Printing Office (GPO).
November 17, 2009
Golden Oaks celebrates grand opening
“Owning a spa is what I always wanted to do,” said Rene Wallace, massage therapist and owner of Golden Oaks Day Spa, which held a grand opening on Thursday.
Little River Goodwill retail store celebrates grand opening
Goodwill Industries of Lower South Carolina will celebrate the Grand Opening of its new Little River Goodwill Retail Store, located at 2321 Highway 9 East, on Friday, November 20.
HTC receives renewal for Gold Certified Partner status in Microsoft Partner Program
HTC, today announced it received a renewal for the Gold Certified Partner status in the Microsoft Partner Program, which recognizes HTC expertise and impact in the technology marketplace.
Conway Mini Mall Flea Market to host holiday yard sale
The Mini Mall Flea Market, located at 2300 Church Street in Conway, will host a Citywide Holiday Yard Sale on Saturday, December 5, from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m.
November 16, 2009
NMB Chamber introduces “ECO” the Starfish
The North Myrtle Beach Chamber of Commerce is proud to introduce “ECO” the Starfish. As the Chamber fosters sustainable development both locally and regionally, we are fortunate to have “ECO” join the Chamber team to help us promote this initiative as well as others.
November 13, 2009
Armstrong Wealth sponsors tax planning workshop
The Armstrong Wealth Management Group is sponsoring a free 2009 Year-End Tax Planning Workshop.
Association elects City of Marion’s Treasurer Brown to post
Patricia Brown, who has been the City of Marion’s Treasurer since 2001, has been elected as the secretary-treasurer of the South Carolina Municipal Finance Officers, Clerks and Treasurers Association.
There’s a new dog in town: Redbone Alley bar gets a facelift
One of Florence’s favorite old “dogs” has a few new tricks under its collar.
November 12, 2009
Chamber accepting award nominations
The Greater Darlington Chamber of Commerce is accepting nominations for its Citizen of the Year, Community Pride, Lifetime Achievement and Small Business Person annual awards.
Glenn earns Executive of the Year Award
Jeannette C. Glenn, McLeod Vice President for Human Resources, Education and Training, recently was awarded the 2009-2010 Executive of the Year Award by the Florence Chapter of International Association of Administrative Professionals.
Farmers Telephone Coop renovations complete
Renovations to the Kingstree corporate location of Farmers Telephone Cooperative Inc., which began in July, have been completed.
Wyrick joins Girl Scouts as registrar
Candy Wyrick has joined Girl Scouts of Eastern South Carolina as a registrar.
