Florence councilwoman Lethonia 'Peaches' Barnes announces mayoral bid at a rally. (Tonya Brown / WPDE) FLORENCE, S.C. (WPDE) — Florence city councilwoman Lethonia “Peaches” Barnes announced her candidacy for mayor Tuesday evening. She chairs the Community Development Corporation and is a member of the Business Development Committee on ...FLORENCE COUNTY, S.C. (WPDE) — The parents of a 16-year-old boy said the district's statement that their son fell off of a balcony Wednesday morning at West Florence High School during a ...FLORENCE, S.C. (WPDE) — Florence 1 Schools Superintendent Dr. Richard O'Malley, is calling upon Florence County Solicitor Ed Clements to immediately investigate Palmetto Youth Academy (PYA) and its director Yvonne Brown-Burgess, given a new affidavit filed by court-appointed receiver John Haas which shows "egregious spending" of taxpayer dollars by Ms. Brown-Burgess, according to a news ...Fri, August 6th 2021 at 7:27 PM. SLED is investigating the Pee Dee Regional Center. Since June, nine employees have been charged with abusing residents or failing to report abuse. (Credit: Tonya Brown/WPDE) FLORENCE, S.C. (WPDE) — The State Law Enforcement Division (SLED) continues to investigate the Pee Dee Regional Center on National ...by Tonya Brown. Wed, May 10th 2023 at 6:15 PM. FILE - The Florence Housing Authority. (Credit: Tonya Brown/WPDE) FLORENCE, S.C. (WPDE) — The Florence Housing Authority Board of Commissioners voted Wednesday to pursue criminal charges concerning fraud that was found during their investigation, according to Board Chairman Douglas Hawkins.Story by Tonya Brown ... charter on June 30 and the S.C. Department of Education closed the school on August 1. ... Florence 1 Schools said in a news release that "All taxpayers should be aware of ...FLORENCE, S. C. (WPDE) — Joshua L. Williamson of Florence is wanted for attempted murder after he shot his father and choked his mother, according to the Fairfield County Sheriff's Office. Deputies said last Saturday Williamson "shot his father with a rifle and choked his mother until she became unconscious. " They said he left the scene driving a black 2000 Chevy Camaro with T-Tops, S. C ...FLORENCE, S.C. (WPDE) — S.C. Family Court Judge FitzLee H. McEachin ruled Friday morning that a 16-year-old boy accused of throwing another 16-year-old off of a second-floor balcony Wednesday morning at West Florence High School will remain in custody at the S.C. Dept. of Juvenile Justice. The hearing took place at the Florence County ...FLORENCE COUNTY, S.C. (WPDE) — Some community members said they're confused as to why early voting for the Scranton special election for town council isn't taking place at the town hall, but instead at the Florence County Voter Registration and Elections Office in Florence. Scranton Mayor John Wallace Williams said when he left the town hall Monday, he assumed everything was all set for the ...FLORENCE, S.C. (WPDE) — The intersection of North Williston Road and East Pocket Road is now named The Rev. Dr. Waymon Mumford Intersection. The new road sign was unveiled this week by the South Carolina Dept. of Transportation. TRENDING: Video shows 5-foot-long alligator spotted in North Myrtle Beach ocean S.C. …Florence, S.C. (WPDE) — A 13-year-old Florence girl told a police officer her father had shot and killed her mother at their home on Blass Drive in Florence this past weekend, according to an incident report from Florence police. George Robert McCall, 39, is charged with murder and possession of a weapon during the commission of a crime in the death of his wife, Amanda Renee Robinson, 36 ...Get ratings and reviews for the top 12 gutter guard companies in Florence, KY. Helping you find the best gutter guard companies for the job. Expert Advice On Improving Your Home Al...Tonya Brown in Florence, SC 17 people found. Tonya Brown. in. Florence, SC. Find Tonya's current Florence, SC address, phone number and email. Contact information for people named Tonya Brown found in Palmetto Park and Steele Creek and other Florence neighborhoods and suburban areas.FLORENCE, S.C. (WPDE) — S.C. Circuit Court Judge Paul Burch sentenced 40-year-old George McCall to 37 years in prison after pleaded guilty to the 2017 murder of his wife Amanda Renee Robinson, according to Twelfth Circuit Solicitor Ed Clements. Clements said McCall shot and killed Robinson in the presence of their …Florence charter school denied recertification to continue operating (Credit: Tonya Brown/WPDE) In a recent affidavit asking the court to issue an order, Superintendent Richard O’Malley said the school was terminated effective June 30. This order came after a motion by the F1S Board of Trustees to not renew the district …We would like to show you a description here but the site won’t allow us.A man is on his way to jail after leading deputies on a high-speed chase Wednesday night in Florence, according to Florence County Sheriff's T.J. Joye. ... Tonya Brown. Posted: December 14, 2023 ...WPDE covers news, sports, weather, and local events in and around the Grand Strand, Pee ... Tonya Brown. Sat, April 9th 2022 at 4:43 PM. ... (FCSO) FLORENCE COUNTY, S.C. (WPDE) — Florence County Sheriff's Investigators have located a suspect in connection to a fatal shooting. Investigators obtained an arrest warrant for David Andrew Jackson ...Longtime Florence community activist and civil rights leader Freddie Jolley has passed away, according to Walter Fleming with the Community Action Network. ... by Tonya Brown. Tue, April 14th 2020 at 12:29 PM. Freddy Jolley. (Credit: Florence Community Action Network) FLORENCE, S.C. (WPDE) — Longtime Florence community activist and civil ...Florence County woods (Photo: Tonya Brown/WPDE) FLORENCE, S.C. (WPDE) — Deputies were on the scene after a body was found Saturday afternoon in the area of Victor White Road near the Timmonsville area of Florence County, according to Major Michael Nunn with the Florence County Sheriff’s Office.Florence, S.C. (WPDE) — Some people who live on West Clark Road in Florence where a high speed chase rolled through Thursday are questioning why deputies didn't just back off the chase altogether. 25-year-old Brittany Jeffords remains in serious condition after she crashed her car during the chase, according to Jeffords' sister, Jamie Jeffords.Out of caution we have closed the mall and are evacuating patrons," Tonya Brown of the WPDE said on X, platform formerly known as Twitter. magnolia mall, florence, ...On April 4, 2019 members of the Florence County Sheriff's Office SWAT team took delivery of a rifle which was donated to the agency. Andrew and Devin Dorman, owners of Papa Foxtrot Tactical, LLC, a...FLORENCE S.C. (WPDE) — Former law enforcement officer Johnny Wells appeared before a judge Friday afternoon during a virtual hearing on charges of murder, armed robbery and criminal conspiracy. Wells answered the judge's questions but didn't say much more. He and his brother, Freddie Junior Wells, are accused of killing a 47-year …Tonya Brown is a General Assignment Reporter at WPDE NewsChannel 15. She attended Morris College and received a Bachelor of Arts degree in Communications. Tonya is a native of Bennettsville, and grew up watching NewsChannel 15, she remembers almost all the past reporters and anchors.News. Weather. Radar. Maps. Inland. ... Game Center. Watch. Now. 58. Sun. 78. Mon. 80. Florence Co. natives open Slim Chickens restaurant in Florence . by Tonya Brown. Mon, April 8th 2024 at 11:04 AM. Slim Chickens held its grand opening Monday morning at 1530 South Church Street in Florence. (Credit: Tonya Brown/WPDE) …FLORENCE, S.C. (WPDE) — S.C. Circuit Court Judge Paul Burch sentenced 40-year-old George McCall to 37 years in prison after pleaded guilty to the 2017 murder of his wife Amanda Renee Robinson, according to Twelfth Circuit Solicitor Ed Clements. Clements said McCall shot and killed Robinson in the presence of their … Sinclair owns and operates, programs or provides sales services to 163 television stations in 77 markets, after pending transactions. Sinclair's television group reaches approximately 38.7% of US television households and includes FOX, ABC, MyTV, CW, CBS, NBC, Univision and Azteca affiliates. Main Phone: 843.487.3001. FLORENCE, S.C. (WPDE) — The intersection of North Williston Road and East Pocket Road is now named The Rev. Dr. Waymon Mumford Intersection. The new road sign was unveiled this week by the South Carolina Dept. of Transportation. TRENDING: Video shows 5-foot-long alligator spotted in North Myrtle Beach ocean S.C. General Assembly approved the following resolution for the intersection in ...Traffic is backed up on July 8, 2023, following a wreck near McCall Farms in the Effingham area on Highway 52 in Florence. (Viewer submitted photo) FLORENCE, S.C. (WPDE) — Traffic is backed up following a wreck Saturday afternoon near McCall Farms in the Effingham area on Highway 52 in Florence. A car is badly burned on the side of the road.Story by Tonya Brown • 4mo A woman had to be taken to the hospital Saturday evening after being shot in the leg at an apartment complex on Sneed Road in Florence, according to Florence County ...Deputies are investigating a death Monday afternoon at a motel on TV Road in Florence County, according to Florence County Sheriff T.J. Joye. ... by Tonya Brown. Mon, April 22nd 2024 at 2:14 PM. Updated Mon, April 22nd 2024 at 7:41 PM. Police lights (Photo credit SBG) FLORENCE COUNTY, S.C. (WPDE) — Deputies are investigating a death Monday ...FLORENCE, S.C. (WPDE) — South Carolina Circuit Court Judge Craig Brown sentenced Larry Scipio, Jr. to life in prison Friday after a jury found him guilty of killing a man in 2019, according to Twelfth Circuit Solicitor Ed Clements. It happened at a home in the 3100 block of Tall Oaks Drive where deputies found a shooting victim. Rico G. Johnson, 27, was taken to the hospital where he was ...You can donate to those affected by Hurricane Florence with Bethenny Frankel's #Bstrong initiative. Hurricane Florence tore its way through North and South Carolina this past weeke...Tonya Brown in Florence, SC 15 results - Tonya Brown may also have lived outside of Florence, such as Columbia, Hartsville and 2 other cities in South Carolina. Refine Your Search Results. All Filters. 2. Tonya P Brown, 49. Resides in Florence, SC. Lived In Bennettsville SC, ...Tonya Brown is a General Assignment Reporter at WPDE NewsChannel 15. She attended Morris College and received a Bachelor of Arts degree in Communications. Tonya is a native of Bennettsville, and grew up watching NewsChannel 15, she remembers almost all the past reporters and anchors.FLORENCE S.C. (WPDE) — Jason "DJ Kidd " Pope, who's indicted on 19 charges in connection with human trafficking, is scheduled for trial on April 17 in Florence. The 43-year-old has been jailed at the Florence County Detention Center since his arrest in August 2019.. Attorneys with the South Carolina Attorney General's Office said Pope is a very dangerous person.FLORENCE, S.C. (WPDE) — S.C. Administrative Law Court Judge Sebastien Phillip Lenski has ordered a Florence charter school to cease and desist from operating following a hearing last week in Columbia. Florence 1 Schools revoked Palmetto Youth Academy’s (PYA) charter on June 30 and the S.C. Department of Education …Tonya Brown. 135,756 likes · 8,163 talking about this. I've been a reporter for WPDE ABC 15 News for more than 25 years at the Pee Dee Bureau in Florence.Dec 25, 2023 · WPDE Myrtle Beach/Florence. ... Tonya Brown. Posted: December 25, 2023 | Last updated: December 25, 2023 ... Brock Purdy Injury Update: Latest News Surrounding 49ers QB ... FLORENCE S. C. (WPDE) — Online court records show back in January an order was filed for a Blair hearing for Jason "DJ Kidd " Pope. Pope is indicted on 19 charges in connection with a human trafficking case in Florence and has filed a motion for a jury trial and bond hearing, according to online public records. RELATED: Florence's 'DJ Kidd' indicted on human trafficking charges.WPDE covers news, sports, weather, and local events in and around the Grand Strand, Pee ... Tonya Brown. Sat, April 9th 2022 at 4:43 PM. ... (FCSO) FLORENCE COUNTY, S.C. (WPDE) — Florence County Sheriff's Investigators have located a suspect in connection to a fatal shooting. Investigators obtained an arrest warrant for David Andrew Jackson ...Traffic from Florence can use Highway 501 to detour the closure. Traffic in the Latta area can detour through SC-38. Alongside construction crews, South Carolina Department of Transportation workers were at the site working to direct traffic, as Highway 301 is closed. The cause of the incident is under investigation. Stay with ABC15 News for ...FLORENCE, S.C. (WPDE) — South Carolina Circuit Court Judge Craig Brown sentenced Larry Scipio, Jr. to life in prison Friday after a jury found him guilty of killing a man in 2019, according to Twelfth Circuit Solicitor Ed Clements. It happened at a home in the 3100 block of Tall Oaks Drive where deputies found a shooting victim. Rico G. Johnson, 27, was taken to the hospital where he was ...FLORENCE, S.C. (WPDE) — S.C. Administrative Law Court Judge Sebastien Phillip Lenski presided over a hearing Monday involving a motion filed by Florence 1 Schools for an injunctive relief asking a judge to issue a restraining order, appoint a receiver and issue a Writ of Mandamus demanding Palmetto Youth Academy …A nearly 60-year-old Florence church has moved into a brand new house of worship. Majority Missionary Baptist Church's new sanctuary is located on Coit Street in Florence right next door to the old facility. The church's pastor, Dr. Alphonso Porter, said they outgrew their old church. The new sanctuary can seat up to 500 people compared to the old one that seats 250.FLORENCE, S.C. (WPDE) — A 15-year-old boy charged in a shooting Sunday that claimed the life of a fellow 15-year-old outside Magnolia Mall in Florence will remain in custody, according to Capt. Stephen Starling with the Florence police department. Starling said the teen appeared in court Wednesday afternoon for a detention hearing.. He added the boy was remanded back to the custody of the ...FLORENCE COUNTY, S.C. (WPDE) — A search is underway in the area of Jethros Lane in Florence County for a driver who crashed into the porch of a home after trying to elude deputies, according to Florence County Sheriff T.J. Joye. Joye said deputies clocked the speed of the car at around 130 mph and tried to stop it, but the driver kept …FLORENCE COUNTY, S.C. (WPDE) — A man who shot a woman and hit her 10-year-old son was caught Sunday morning, according to Florence County Sheriff T.J. Joye. Officials say they found the man in the area of Chinaberry Road and Price Road in Florence County. Joye said the man hit a 10-year-old boy in the head before he shot the …FLORENCE, S. C. (WPDE) — Joshua L. Williamson of Florence is wanted for attempted murder after he shot his father and choked his mother, according to the Fairfield County Sheriff's Office. Deputies said last Saturday Williamson "shot his father with a rifle and choked his mother until she became unconscious. " They said he left the scene driving a black 2000 Chevy Camaro with T-Tops, S. C ...Story by Tonya Brown • 4mo A woman had to be taken to the hospital Saturday evening after being shot in the leg at an apartment complex on Sneed Road in Florence, according to Florence County ...A Florence County deputy has been involved in a deadly shooting in the Southern Pines mobile home park off of Howe Springs Road, in Florence County, according to Florence County Sheriff TJ Joye. Joye said his officer isn't hurt, but a man has been shot. Florence County coroner Keith von Lutcken identified the man killed as Abdul Timmons, 27, of Florence. von Lutcken said his body was ...Tonya Brown. The Florence ... to submit contract disputes to arbitration pursuant to S.C. Code Ann. 15-48-10, et. seq., and the right for HAF to terminate Elmore immediately for cause related to ...Tonya Brown, local TV reporter at WPDE ABC 15, is celebrating 25 years on-air, this month. Tonya Brown talked with Denis Davis about some of her greatest experiences, as she has served the Pee Dee for the last quarter century.Story by Tonya Brown • 4mo A student at West Florence High School is in custody after bringing a knife to school Tuesday, according to the Florence County Sheriff’s Office (FCSO).Investigation underway in deadly Timmonsville shooting. by Tonya Brown. Mon, October 21st 2019 at 10:45 PM. Updated Tue, October 22nd 2019 at 9:25 AM. Officials were investigating a shooting in Timmonsville Monday night. (Viewer Submitted) TIMMONSVILLE, S.C. (WPDE) — Timmonsville police and Florence County Sheriff's Deputies were ...FLORENCE, S.C. (WPDE) — Two 19-year-old men have been arrested in connection with a home invasion early Saturday morning in the 1400 block of Taylor Road in Florence County, according to Florence County Sheriff T.J. Joye. The men have since been identified as Christopher Jason Taylor, of Marion, and Christopher Donald Upton, Jr., of Dillon.News. Weather. Radar. Maps. ... Major drug bust in the Johnsonville community of Florence County. by Tonya Brown. Tue, September 20th 2022 at 12:44 PM. Updated Wed, September 21st 2022 at 6:27 AM. Florence County Sheriff's Office patrol car (Courtesy: FCSO) FLORENCE COUNTY, S.C. (WPDE) — The Florence County Sheriff's made several arrests ...One person died Sept. 4, 2022 in a single car crash along the 800 block of West Evans Street near downtown Florence. (Tonya Brown / WPDE) The driver was traveling at a high rate of speed, left the roadway and struck a tree, according to Florence County coroner Keith von Lutcken. The victim, identified as Timesha Annika Hough, 24, of Florence ...Teen arrested after shooting incident near Florence grocery store. by Tonya Brown. Wed, April 3rd 2024 at 3:40 PM. Updated Thu, April 4th 2024 at 7:45 PM. (FILE) FLORENCE, S.C. (WPDE) — Florence Police have arrested a juvenile amid a shooting investigation. Wednesday afternoon, police responded to the parking lot of IGA on …Story by Tonya Brown • 1mo F lorence 1 Schools Superintendent Dr. Richard O'Malley has won a state-wide arts award for the third year in a row, according to a news release.New information surfaces involving Florence charter school. FLORENCE, S.C. (WPDE) — ABC15 has learned new information involving Palmetto Youth Academy charter school in Florence. We got a copy of a deed that says 47.31 acres of the school's property was sold to a church for $5. The deed says the transaction took place in September.by Tonya Brown Sat, January 2nd 2021 at 9:24 PM FLORENCE, S.C. (WPDE) — Tim Waters said patience has been the key for his more than 20-year-old dream to build a grocery store in North Florence where he lived and grew up.FLORENCE, S.C. (WPDE) — S.C. Administrative Law Court Judge Sebastien Phillip Lenski presided over a hearing Monday involving a motion filed by Florence 1 Schools for an injunctive relief asking a judge to issue a restraining order, appoint a receiver and issue a Writ of Mandamus demanding Palmetto Youth Academy (PYA) to close.Source revealed of foul odor at Florence park. by Tonya Brown. Mon, July 9th 2018 at 7:53 PM. (WPDE) Florence, S.C. (WPDE) — We now know what's behind a foul odor at at Timrod Park off of Cherokee Road in Florence. Some people at the park said the bad smell nearly drove them away. They seem to think sewage is somehow seeping into the park's ...Tonya Brown. Deputies arrested Alison Causey Ward Thursday and charged her with murder and possession of a weapon during the commission of a violent crime in a shooting last month on Joye Road in ...A beer bar and kitchen in North Myrtle Beach is closed down, following an announcement made in an Instagram post.The World of Beer, located at 1386 Highway 17 N. 5 hours ago. 6-month undercover drug investigation leads to multiple arrests in Darlington.