Local Culture & Memory: A new memorial in Marlin honors 435 freed people who traveled from South Carolina in 1867, with descendants calling it overdue recognition of a shared American story. Community Health & Youth: HopeHealth and the Florence YMCA host a free back-to-school event featuring USC quarterback LaNorris Sellers and his brother Jayden, with activities, healthy snacks, and school supplies. STEM Spotlight: Kingstree Middle Magnet School of the Arts student Conner Burroughs completes the GoSciTech Residential Summer Program, earning a certificate after hands-on STEM learning. Weather & Safety: Charlotte-area residents brace for heavy rains and storms that could bring localized flooding and power outages, with officials urging caution around downed lines. Lowcountry Preservation: Charleston-area communities push to list Sol Legare School and Scanlonville Cemetery on the National Register of Historic Places, supported by Gullah Geechee Heritage Preservation efforts. Public Life & Privacy: A council debate over expanding Flock Safety license-plate cameras raises fresh concerns about surveillance and potential ICE access. Sports & Lifestyle: A South Carolina beach-town travel piece makes the case for swapping the Hamptons for a local favorite. Education & Leadership: The Diocese of Charlotte hires a development leader to chart future stewardship as longtime fundraising chief Jim Kelley transitions roles.