Taylor Ford

1 week ago | scnow.com | Taylor Ford

FLORENCE — Memorial Day is a time of reflection, a day to remember not only the fallen heroes who served their country, but also the families who carry the weight of their sacrifice every day. For Audrey Mayers, the ache never left. Her son, Julius Raymond Wilkes Jr., was just 23 when he was killed in a training accident while serving in the U.S. Army. He had joined the military at 18 and became an airborne pathfinder, a highly skilled role that requires precision and courage.

1 week ago | myrtlebeachonline.com | Taylor Ford

FLORENCE - Jennifer Bostic never set out just to make beauty products, she set out to make a difference. Born in Florence and now living in New York City where she works for the New York City Council, Bostic is the founder of Kingdom Essentials, a skincare and haircare line launched in 2023. BosticFlorence native Jennifer Bostic is the founder of Kingdom Essentials, a skincare and haircare line.

1 week ago | myrtlebeachonline.com | Taylor Ford

FLORENCE - Law enforcement officers from across the region gathered in solemn unity Tuesday to honor the life and service of Deputy Nathaniel "Nate" Ansay, who was laid to rest following a ceremony at Florence Baptist Temple. Deputy Nathaniel Ansay laid to rest in FlorenceLaw enforcement officers from across the region gathered in solemn unity Tuesday to honor the life and service of Deputy Nathaniel "Nate" Ansay.

1 week ago | islandpacket.com | Taylor Ford

FLORENCE - Law enforcement officers from across the region gathered in solemn unity Tuesday to honor the life and service of Deputy Nathaniel "Nate" Ansay, who was laid to rest following a ceremony at Florence Baptist Temple. Deputy Nathaniel Ansay laid to rest in FlorenceLaw enforcement officers from across the region gathered in solemn unity Tuesday to honor the life and service of Deputy Nathaniel "Nate" Ansay.

1 week ago | scnow.com | Taylor Ford

FLORENCE — Law enforcement officers from across the region gathered in solemn unity Tuesday to honor the life and service of Deputy Nathaniel “Nate” Ansay, who was laid to rest following a ceremony at Florence Baptist Temple. Ansay, 24, died last week from injuries sustained in a vehicle crash on U.S. Highway 301 near Effingham. Though his time with the Florence County Sheriff’s Office was brief, joining on Oct. 30, 2023, his dedication left a lasting mark.