FLORENCE — The streets of downtown Florence were empty in 2011, almost as empty as the buildings. "It was actually a ghost town," said Ella Frazier, a downtown retailer.

Business in downtown Florence is booming as the district has welcomed Smiling Scoops ice-cream shop to town.Owners Stoney and Whitney Duprey, along with loved o. WPDE Myrtle Beach/Florence.

Florence's new Bojangles won't have a drive-thru. The South Irby Street spot will be the first of its kind. It could sell beer and wine, but maybe not fried chicken.

FLORENCE, Ala. (WAFF) - Florence Fire Rescue crews responded to a fire inside the old downtown parking deck on Friday evening ...

We’re thrilled to bring The Main Event Band to Florence for the first time,” said Hannah Davis, development manager. “They ...

New security cameras are being installed in downtown Florence to enhance safety amid increasing foot traffic and a slight ...

FLORENCE, SC (WMBF) - Downtown Florence is the seventh city in all of South Carolina to receive a cultural district designation. The South Carolina Arts Commission officially recognized downtown ...

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A new business being added to Downtown Florence is 1031 American Grill. The burger and milk shake bar, located on the south end of Dargan, will be the first of its kind in Downtown Florence.

Huntsville Real-Time News; Hot dogs wrapped in foil found in 'suspicious' package outside Florence courthouse. Published: ; Jan. 06, 2016, 12:16 p.m.

Crews have begun tearing down the aging downtown Florence parking deck located at West Tennessee and North Pine streets. Built in the 1970s and shuttered last December over structural concerns, ...

FLORENCE, Ala. (WHNT) – City leaders and private business owners in Florence are exploring the pros and cons of declaring downtown an entertainment district. The move would allow visitors to … ...