Florence ISD

Florence business Lee’s Wrecker Service towed the Grinch and Whoville into Florence for the city’s annual Christmas on Main Street parade on Saturday, December 13.

Florence business Lee’s Wrecker Service towed the Grinch and Whoville into Florence for the city’s annual Christmas on Main Street parade on Saturday, December 13.

Christmas time in Florence

Nalani Nuylan
Monday, December 22, 2025
The City of Florence hosted its annual Christmas on Main Street festival downtown on Saturday, December 13. Activities included a holiday parade, children’s crafts, a snowball fight, entertainment, and opportunities to browse local shops. — Photos by Nalani Nuylan
A tow truck from ASAP Towing in Florence hoists an American Flag for National Night Out.

A tow truck from ASAP Towing in Florence hoists an American Flag for National Night Out.

Florence community shows up for National Night Out

Nalani Nuylan
Monday, October 20, 2025
For National Night Out, the Florence Police Department hosted a carnival-style community event Tuesday, Oct. 7, featuring more than 10 public service agencies, including the Texas Department of Transportation, Texas Game Wardens, the National Guard and the Federal Bureau of Investigation.
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.
Dave and Jill Gaulden

Dave and Jill Gaulden

Sun City couple thanks educators with $100 cash gifts

Katherine Hamilton
Wednesday, May 15, 2024
A Teacher Appreciation Week assembly at Jarrell Elementary School turned into a cash bonanza Friday, when Sun Citians Dave and Jill Gaulden presented a $100 bill to each teacher and staff member at the school. “This is a small, small token recognizing the important work you do for students,” Mr.
Florence High School’s Future Farmers of America Meat Judging Team placed seventh out of 69 at the Fort Worth Stock Show and Rodeo’s 4-H/FFA Meat Judging Contest. Photo courtesy of Florence ISD.

Florence High School’s Future Farmers of America Meat Judging Team placed seventh out of 69 at the Fort Worth Stock Show and Rodeo’s 4-H/FFA Meat Judging Contest. Photo courtesy of Florence ISD.

Florence High School students place at state

Nalani Nuylan
Thursday, February 29, 2024
February was a celebratory month for Florence High School students.    Florence High School senior Reagan Cottle performed for the All Texas Small Schools State Band on January 7.
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