Florence News

08/23/2025

08/22/2025

Florence Police Department’s K9 Diego has received a bullet and stab protective vest, valued at $1,800, thanks to a charitable donation from non-profit organization Vested Interest in K9s, Inc. K9 Diego’s vest is embroidered with the sentiment “This gift of protection provided by Vested Interest in K9s, Inc.”

Read More: https://www.swrankinnews.com/news/florence-police-s-k9-diego-receives-a-donation-of-body-armor/article_bf20cf1d-2c3b-45b6-84c0-112289383213.html

Florence Police Department’s K9 Diego has received a bullet and stab protective vest, valued at $1,800, thanks to a charitable donation from non-profit organization Vested Interest in K9s, Inc. K9

08/21/2025

Luke Germany was honored with a Court of Honor Ceremony on Sunday, July 27, 2025, at Victory Congregational Methodist Headquarters in Florence. The Eagle Scout belongs to BSA Troop 85 in the Andrew Jackson Council.

08/21/2025

CityofFlorence: The railroad crossing at E Main St will be closed Sept 8 - 10 for repairs. Please make plans to take an alternate route during this time.

08/21/2025

Here's your chance to win a cool mobile fan being given away by Revell Ace Hardware. Fill out an entry form at any area Revell Ace Hardware store. The Milwaukee M18 18" Brushless Fan provides air circulation over 50 ft. and up to 13.5 MPH for fast and efficient cooling, drying, or ventilation. This lightweight, mobile fan can adapt to any location with 360 degrees of rotation. It works with any M18 battery (not included) and the integrated AC plug offers the versatility to plug in a standard extension cord for extended runtime.

08/19/2025

Someone decided to drop these off without the decency to let us know. It’s 97° outside with a real feel of 110°. We don’t mind helping someone out but this is not the way to go about it. That being said anyone need a dog? We apparently have a litter!

08/19/2025

Florence Middle School (FMS) hosted Rankin County School District (RCSD) Superintendent Shane Sanders for the 2025-26 Back to School Convocation. Sanders is a 1988 graduate of Florence High School, and he says that the FMS campus is home to many of his fond memories throughout his time as an Eagle. FMS was asked to serve as his live audience for the convocation on July 24, 2025.

Pictured (l to r) are: Mrs. Jessica Mitchell, counselor; Mr. Tyler Walters, assistant principal; Mr. Shane Sanders, RCSD Superintendent; Mr. Brock Sistrunk, principal; Dr. Kelsey Williams, assistant principal, and Mrs. Carly Conner, counselor.

08/18/2025

Noah Walker (left) and Taylor Beam (right), both members of Florence High School’s Class of 2026, performed this summer with the Mississippi All-State Lions Band. The Lions Band is the state's premier honor band. Each year, the band holds auditions to select an ensemble of the most talented high school musicians in the state. These students train together to travel and compete in the Parade of Nations at the Lions Club International Convention. This year, the Lions Band traveled to Orlando, Florida, where they were named Champions of the 2025 International Parade Competition.

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08/16/2025

08/16/2025

The Central MS Turtle Rescue is located in Florence.

08/15/2025

Kyle Martin has lived in Florence his entire life and says he is now honored to serve the people as one of five Aldermen-at-Large in his first elected position.

Read More: https://www.swrankinnews.com/news/martin-new-city-aldermen-at-large/article_4eddf4b3-2b1e-4b8c-a5b5-3c8ca83ebe7d.html

By: Susie A. Wolfe