House of Hope Courtney McGinnis Graham Community Shelter 2020 Year-End Review 941 unique individuals were served during 2020. Of that number, 12 were veterans. That translated into 5,617 nights of lodging and 18,300 meals served. Additionally, we processed 1,900 loads of laundry for our g…
Edward S. Ervin III of Sumter, a long-time member of the Francis Marion University Board of Trustees, passed away on Tuesday.
Morris College held its Spring 2021 Honors Day Convocation on March 25, 2021, at 10:00 a.m. in the Neal-Jones Auditorium. Traditionally, Morris College's Honors Day Convocation included an in-person ceremony where honorees and their family along with campus faculty, staff, and students could…
We at NCRP sit with heavy hearts over the continued anti-Asian violence that has been going on across the nation during the last year, including this week’s shootings of Tan Xiajie, Julie Park, Feng Daoyou, Park Hyeon Jeong, Delaina Ashley Yaun and Paul Andre Michaels in Atlanta. We acknowle…
“If I speak in the tongues of men or angels, but do not have love, I am only a resounding gong or a clanging cymbal. If I have the gift of prophecy and can fathom all mysteries and all knowledge, and if I have a faith that can move mountains, but do not have love, I am nothing. If I give all…
The South Carolina Philanthropists of the Year for 2020 are Rev. Mary and Mr. Wade Finklea of Effingham.
Lutheran Services Carolinas is happy to announce the winners of the Worker of Wonders (WOW) Award for 2020.
Lutheran Services Carolinas is happy to announce it is adopting new visitation guidelines for its skilled nursing homes and assisted living facilities which loosen restrictions on indoor visitation.
Francis Marion University’s “Cultural Conversations” series on the topics of cultural and racial issues will conclude this Thursday.
COLUMBIA—If the South Carolina Senate has its way, death row inmates could be executed by firing squads in the near future.
COLUMBIA–The simple act of praying the rosary can bring great comfort to military personnel who are deployed overseas, particularly if they are out in the field in a combat or high-security situation.
CHARLESTON—Couples from all corners of the diocese braved the cold rain on Valentine’s Day to publicly celebrate the sacrament of marriage at the Cathedral of St. John the Baptist.
Dr. Henry Darby, 1975 Morris College alumni, Charleston County Councilman, and Walmart Associate at Walmart in North Charleston, South Carolina - lives up to the Morris College mission statement – “to produce graduates who can pursue useful and productive careers and in so doing enhance thei…
Mr. Herbert Johnson, a native of Sumter, SC, and Assistant Professor of Music at Morris College will receive the South Carolina Independent Colleges and Universities (SCICU) Excellence in Teaching Award. The "Excellence in Teaching" award is presented annually by SCICU to a professor from ea…
Recently, I was asked to share my story as part of the Removing Our Blinders series hosted by Together SC. My topic was “How does a white leader play a role in addressing social injustice and racial inequity?” It is a complicated topic, but one that needs to be discussed in forums such as th…
Claflin University’s Center for Social Justice will partner with the First-Year Experience program and the college’s First Lady, Mrs. Warmack, to present a virtual program by author Danielle Allen to Claflin and the wider South Carolina community. The novel Cuz: The Life and Times of Michael…
WASHINGTON—An alliance of presidents of U.S. colleges and universities, including Catholic institutions, said the bipartisan DREAM Act of 2021 “represents the first step to restore certainty into the lives of young adults, students, and other aspiring Americans who want nothing more than to …
(Florence, SC) Lighthouse Ministries has paid off the mortgage on their building, The Patterson Building, located at 1416 W. Evans St. In late 2017, the local non-profit relocated to this building from its original location on 201 W. Elm St.
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I’m guessing that you’ve heard of a counselor. Have you heard of a “life coach”?
The Teacher Used Wonder Media's Story Maker® to Create a Short Film to Pay Tribute to An American Hero
Coastal Carolina University will host its annual Martin Luther King Jr. Day Celebration from Jan. 19-25. Themed, “United in Solidarity: Liberation through Personal Action and Community Activism,” this year’s events aim to commemorate King’s legacy and to promote and advance diversity, equity…
Document Clarifies Protections for Employers and EmployeesUnder the LawWASHINGTON – The U.S. Equal Employment Opportunity Commission (EEOC) approved revisions to EEOC’s Compliance Manual Section on Religious Discrimination (“Manual”). The Manual was approved by the Commission on January 15th…
The Pontifical Council for Promoting Christian Unity and the Lutheran World Federation recently announced the publication of the updated Italian translation of historic ecumenical document called the “Joint Declaration on the Doctrine of Justification”.
Florence County Public Library Presents Virtual Presentation of Dickens’ Scrooge According to Gullah
The Doctors Bruce and Lee Foundation Library will continue its virtual Fall/Winter series with a seasonal comedy that will be available for viewing on the library’s website (www.florencelibrary.org) and Facebook page (https://www.facebook.com/watch/?ref=external&v=218563403161701) from D…
I love Christmas.
Veteran care always comes first at VA Pittsburgh Healthcare System (VAPHS). Despite many pandemic-related changes, staff in all services, including chaplains, adapted creatively by finding innovative and meaningful ways to continue providing care.
The House of Hope is pleased to announce the groundbreaking for HOPE Village, our Tiny House project, on September 10, 2020 at 11:00 AM, at 1020 W. Darlington Street in Florence, SC. This event caps off several years of planning and sets the stage for another way House of Hope will assist …
We want you to join us for our virtual Good Neighbor Gala but if you don't remember your Facebook login information it may make it hard for you to attend. Follow these simple steps below so you can enjoy the Gala: Click on your Facebook App Click on the Search Button Type in Lighthouse Mi…
A statement from the American Heart Association
North Charleston, SC – Experts say we are in for a busy Hurricane Season this summer with Isaias expected to impact South Carolina over the coming days. The American Red Cross urgently needs licensed health professional volunteers to help in our community. We need these medical professionals…
In the first minutes of July 30, 1945, two torpedoes fired from Japanese submarine I-58 struck the starboard side of USS Indianapolis (CA 35). One ripped off the ship’s bow, followed by another that hit crew berthing areas and knocked out communications.In the dead of night, chaos ensued. It…
The Seneca City Museums has launched a new website with increased virtual educational content, including a podcast titled “The Small Muse,” virtual tours, a video series about historic grave sites in Oconee County, information about the history of African American churches, and more. The vir…
On July 23rd, 2020, Silent Tears announced a $525,000 matching fundraising campaign to benefit the five domestic violence centers most in need. Covid-19 has put an enormous strain on the underfunded and overworked system in place to help survivors of domestic violence in a state that consist…
In mid-March, Senior Citizens Association along with many partners and volunteers took an active and assertive role in combating food insecurity and reducing senior hunger among the elderly population during the COVID-19 pandemic throughout Florence County.
McLEAN, Va., July 20, 2020 — Congressman John Lewis of Georgia passed away on Friday, July 17, at the age of 80. In honor of his memory, the Farm Credit Administration shares a 15-minute video interview with Congressman Lewis conducted by FCA’s late chairman Kenneth A. Spearman, the first Af…
If the past few months have shown us anything, it is that there is no going back to normal. Beyond the unimaginable thought of full subway trains and crowded restaurants and bars, our “normal” was horribly flawed.
The ongoing pandemic will likely have long-term repercussions on everything from health systems to bankruptcies to workplaces. But it will also have societal effects on families, children, and marriages for years to come.
Can religious institutions fire employees who carry out some religious instruction even if it would otherwise violate federal antidiscrimination laws? Can employers refuse to provide contraceptive coverage to employees if they have religious or moral objections? The Supreme Court answered ye…
Sisters of Charity Foundation of South Carolina (SCFSC) is pleased to announce that SCFSC President, Tom Keith, has been named Chairman of the Board of Trustees of Columbia College.
A narrow Supreme Court majority has struck down Louisiana's law requiring abortion providers to have admitting privileges at nearby hospitals - a significant victory for abortion rights. In the 5-4 decision, Chief Justice Roberts joined the four "liberal" justices on the court to invalidate …
WASHINGTON — U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) national cemeteries will resume committal services starting June 9 in all but two VA national cemeteries.
COLUMBIA, S.C. — The South Carolina Department of Health and Environmental Control (DHEC) today announced 361 new cases of the novel coronavirus COVID-19 and seven additional deaths.This brings the total number of people confirmed to have COVID-19 in South Carolina to 13,005 and those who ha…
Summer is here and although we are not back to our normal routines, folks are still traveling, visiting family and friends, and going to destinations to find warmth and sunshine. It is important for parents of teenagers to discuss travel safety and distracted driving with them and to rememb…
FLORENCE -- Helping Florence Flourish invites the community to join together for a half hour of silent prayer at 12:30 p.m. Wednesday, June 3, in the Trinity Baptist Church parking lot (practicing social distancing), 124 W. Darlington St., Florence.
The recent violent and unnecessary death of Mr. George Floyd and other people of color has placed the spotlight on the enormous reality that institutional and societal racism in this country is not only pervasive, but it is getting worse by the day. The Sisters of Charity Foundation of Sout…
The Sisters of Charity Foundation is excited to announce Cycle I grant awards to 136 nonprofit organizations serving people across South Carolina totaling $2,426,369.00. Each grantee partner aligns with the foundation’s mission of reducing poverty in South Carolina in one of three ways: meet…
The Sisters of Charity Foundation is excited to announce Cycle I grant awards to 136 nonprofit organizations serving people across South Carolina totaling $2,426,369.00. Each grantee partner aligns with the foundation’s mission of reducing poverty in South Carolina in one of three ways: meet…
FLORENCE — Francis Marion University is mourning the loss of one of its founding staff members.
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