City of Florence

Florence ISD School Board members are joined by Assistant Superintendent of Curriculum and Instruction Dr. Kelly Avritt and Mr. Kirkpatrick to cut the ribbon opening the new Florence Elementary School.

Florence ISD School Board members are joined by Assistant Superintendent of Curriculum and Instruction Dr. Kelly Avritt and Mr. Kirkpatrick to cut the ribbon opening the new Florence Elementary School.

Florence ISD opens new elementary school

Nalani Nuylan
Thursday, August 7, 2025
Decked out in purple and white, the Florence ISD community — as well as members of the chamber of commerce, American Legion and city staff — gathered around to see the district’s highly anticipated new elementary school for the first time, July 30.
The Florence Police Department is joined by the Williamson County Constable Precinct 3, the Williamson County Sheriff’s Office and the Texas Department of Public Safety outside Florence City Hall for the first “Operation Safe Start” initiative, May 29. Photo by Nalani Nuylan.

The Florence Police Department is joined by the Williamson County Constable Precinct 3, the Williamson County Sheriff’s Office and the Texas Department of Public Safety outside Florence City Hall for the first “Operation Safe Start” initiative, May 29. Photo by Nalani Nuylan.

Florence PD fosters law enforcement partnerships, encourages safe driving

Nalani Nuylan
Wednesday, June 4, 2025
Drivers passing through Florence last Thursday may have noticed an increased law enforcement presence patrolling the streets.
Council members, from left, Denise Diechmann, Mike Harrell and Lesa Ragsdel received a certificate of appreciation from the City of Florence for their years of service on the council. Photo by Nalani Nuylan.

Council members, from left, Denise Diechmann, Mike Harrell and Lesa Ragsdel received a certificate of appreciation from the City of Florence for their years of service on the council. Photo by Nalani Nuylan.

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Changing of the guard: Florence officials close public service chapter

Nalani Nuylan
Friday, May 9, 2025
Three of the five Florence City Council members will conclude their time in public service following the May election. Council members Denise Deichmann, Lesa Ragsdale and Mike Harrell will hold their final meeting in office June 3, when the new council members will be sworn in.
Williamson County Constable Kevin Wilkie, left, Florence Police Chief Wayne Thompson, center, and Mayor Ben Daniel, right, host a Meet the Mayor and Chat with the Chief meeting at Dwell Coffee House, March 6. Photo by Nalani Nuylan.

Williamson County Constable Kevin Wilkie, left, Florence Police Chief Wayne Thompson, center, and Mayor Ben Daniel, right, host a Meet the Mayor and Chat with the Chief meeting at Dwell Coffee House, March 6. Photo by Nalani Nuylan.

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Flourishing forward: Florence admin, staff take action to improve city

Nalani Nuylan
Monday, March 17, 2025
The City of Florence will start to see changes in the near future with new initiatives and development, starting with Spring Clean-up Day.Mayor Ben Daniel and Florence Police Chief Wayne Thompson held the first Meet the Mayor and Chat with the Chief meeting at Dwell Coffee House, March 6.
Mayor of Florence Ben Daniel, left, and Mayor ProTem Mary Condon, right, listen to the monthly department reports during the November 12 City Council meeting. Photo by Nalani Nuylan.

Mayor of Florence Ben Daniel, left, and Mayor ProTem Mary Condon, right, listen to the monthly department reports during the November 12 City Council meeting. Photo by Nalani Nuylan.

Florence tackles admin contracts, infrastructure needs

Nalani Nuylan
Thursday, November 14, 2024
 Florence City Council approved 37 agenda items during its November 12 meeting. Subdivision contracts After consulting with the city attorney, the city council voted to begin drafting the contracts for two subdivisions.
Florence residents gather in the Florence Library to celebrate the Library’s 50th birthday on Thursday, October 25. Photo courtesy of Friends of the Florence Public Library.

Florence residents gather in the Florence Library to celebrate the Library’s 50th birthday on Thursday, October 25. Photo courtesy of Friends of the Florence Public Library.

History, community, future: 50 years in, Florence Library still blossoming

Nalani Nuylan
Thursday, October 31, 2024
 The Eula Hunt Beck Public Library — set at the center of Main Street in Florence — has servedthe Florence community for 50 years.A “50 Years: Looking Nifty at Fifty” display is proudly showcased on the windows.
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