When I was a kid, I found my small town to be quite boring. Raised in Marion, South Carolina, it was often considered a treat to visit Florence and especially Myrtle Beach. Throughout the years, I would often meet people who weren’t from “around these parts.” I’ll never forget the cool new girl…
Sugar Hill Acres, located on Bethlehem Road in Hartsville, produces everything from cotton and wheat, to vegetables and even raise cattle. After retirement from college athletics in 2010, Tim Griggs took Sugar Hill Acres to a new level as he returned to his roots in the farming community. Today the farm provides locally…
Russ and Wendy Fortier are both Francis Marion University graduates and have two sons, Tyler and Davis. They have lived in the Florence area for more than 30 years. Together they own Fresh Coat Florence, SC, which is a national franchise based in Cincinnati, OH. They purchased the franchise and brought it to…
The Boy Scouts of America (the BSA) is one of the largest youth organizations in the United States dedicated to training youth in responsible citizenship, character development, and self-reliance through participation in a wide range of outdoor and educational programs. Scouting revolves around adventure, family, fun, character, leadership, and more. The hands-on learning approach…
The Town of Florence was founded in the late 1850’s. It was at the junction of the Northeastern Railroad, the Cheraw and Darlington Railroad, and the Wilmington and Manchester Railroad. The town was more likely a village and was located within Darlington County. The President of the Wilmington and Manchester Railroad was William…
As autumn approaches with more appealing temperatures, it is a reminder to spruce up our outdoor living spaces for better enjoyment. Plants and lighting can make a major difference in how much time you spend in your yard. Scott Brokaw, owner of Innovative Landscape Design (ILD) in Florence, shares a few tips on…
It’s becoming more than a trend to know what we’re eating, better a necessity. South Carolina is lucky to have all-natural farms across the state able to provide free range meats and organic produce to consumers. Not only in our homes are labels being read, but restaurants have also become conscious shoppers when…
One of the largest investments we make in our lifetime is our home. At our Agency, we like to help our homebuyers understand the many options available with their homeowner’s policy. Especially this time of year there are hurricanes, hail storms, all sorts of weather that can affect our homes in many ways….
Homeownership is a big investment, decision, and responsibility. The process may appear complex at first, but the more you know about it, the better your experience will be. A REALTOR® can help guide you throughout the entire process in order to make smart decisions before and after you buy. Palmetto Realty shares with…
TEDxEvansStreet is excited to be back for its second event on Thursday, October 4, 10 AM to 4 PM, at the Florence Little Theatre, Florence, SC. “We are excited to be back to showcase thought leaders who are change agents in the Greater Florence County area,” said Pete Mazzaroni, TEDxEvansStreet public…