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Monday, August 30, 2010  Five years ago, Sensei Kevin Smith ran several martial arts schools in New Orleans. He never imagined he and his family would one day call Florence home.

Thursday, August 26, 2010  Eight years ago the City of Florence began to revitalize the downtown area. In that time, they've made significant progress emphasizing the city's love of arts, culture and history.

Thursday, August 26, 2010  The $55 million expansion is almost complete at the J. Reuben Long Detention Center in Horry County.

Tuesday, August 24, 2010  A portion of a major highway in the Pee Dee is now named in honor of Representative Douglas Jennings of Marlboro County.

Tuesday, August 24, 2010  The new school year in Horry County brought a few changes with it, especially at one high school, where a new dress code is in effect.

Wednesday, August 18, 2010 

Monday, August 16, 2010  Summer vacation is officially over for most students around the area with the exception of Georgetown and Horry Counties.

Monday, August 16, 2010  As many students in our area get ready to return to school and hit the books, Highway Patrol has a reminder for drivers before they hit the road.  

Tuesday, August 10, 2010  North Myrtle Beach tourism officials want to pass a new penny sales tax to promote tourism. It would mirror the one passed by Myrtle Beach more than a year ago.

Thursday, August 05, 2010  An 8-year-old Pamplico boy is being hailed a hero after saving his older brother's life.