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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 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.
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 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.
Cote promoted by Girl Scouts
Emily Cote has been named product sales and marketing manager for Girl Scouts of Eastern South Carolina.
Gallman-DeRienzo named Denmark Tech vice president
Dr. Vivian Gallman-DeRienzo has been named vice president for academic affairs at Denmark Technical College.
Carpenter promoted by Girl Scouts
Anne Carpenter has been promoted to director of resource and development for the Girl Scouts of Eastern South Carolina.
Girl Scouts hire Baxley as manager
Pat Baxley has been hired as the grants and resource manager for Girl Scouts of Eastern South Carolina.
Buyck honored by S.C. Trial Defense Attorneys Association
Mark W. Buyck Jr., senior partner of the Florence and Surfside law firm of Willcox, Buyck & Williams, recently was an honored guest at a dinner recognizing past presidents of the S.C. Trial Defense Attorneys Association in Savannah.
Holiday Design Extravaganza to benefit Harvest Hope
Havertys Furniture in Florence is having a Holiday Design Extravaganza to benefit Harvest Hope Food Bank.
November 10, 2009
Sonoco names Bell staff vice president-internal audit
Gloria M. Bell has been named staff vice president-internal audit at Sonoco, Charles J. Hupfer, senior vice president and chief financial officer, said Tuesday.
Veterans benefits fair to be offered in Hartsville
A veterans benefits fair will take place from 9 a.m. to noon Thursday in Hartsville.
November 06, 2009
Tucker retires as Marion Regional Healthcare president, CEO
Harold E. “Gene” Tucker, has retired as president and CEO of Marion Regional Healthcare System after nearly 18 years of service.
FSA committee elections under way in Florence County
Roselyn J. Quick, executive director of the U.S. Department of Agriculture’s Farm Service Agency in Florence County, announced that FSA county committee elections have started as ballots are being mailed to eligible voters.
Vincent to give presentation on job interviews
Management consultant/trainer John Vincent of the Genesis Consulting Group will present “Interviewing for Success - Get the Job, Not just the Interview” at 6:30 p.m. Tuesday in Florence.
November 05, 2009
Burrows to lead Pee Dee Speech & Hearing Center
Dr. Dennis Burrows has been named the new executive director for the Pee Dee Speach & Hearing Center.
Florence Harris Teeter expansion under way
Though the economy is not what everyone would like, one Florence business is in expansion mode.
Skorput Rehabilitation & Wellness to open in Lamar
Skorput Rehabilitation & Wellness Facility, located in Heirloom Plaza on Main Street in downtown Lamar, will have a grand opening celebration from 5:30 to 7 p.m. Nov. 12 in cooperation with the Greater Darlington Chamber of Commerce and the town of Lamar.
S.C. DMV will be closed Veterans Day
The South Carolina Department of Motor Vehicles will be closed on Wednesday, Nov. 11, in observance of the Veterans Day state holiday. Branch offices that offer Saturday service will be closed on November 7.
November 04, 2009
First Bancorp reports third quarter results
First Bancorp, the parent company of First Bank, announced third quarter net income available to common shareholders of $5.4 million compared with $6.2 million reported in the third quarter of 2008.
Florence attorney Miller honored by HEAT
Florence attorney Michael Miller recently was honored by the Horry Environmental Action Team (HEAT) with “The HEAT Is ON” award for his efforts to ensure clean air and water for the residents of Horry County.
