The county seat of Alabama's Lauderdale County is Florence, named after Florence, the capital of Tuscany, Italy. It was incorporated in 1826 and is the birthplace of W.C. Handy, who is known as the "Father of the Blues," as well as to Sam Phillips who discovered Elvis Presley, and home to festivals celebrating both.
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Christian radio station with more than 100,000 watts provides live streaming audio of the show, pictures of the staff and events, and the prayer line. Also links to its My Space page. - 91.3 the Fix
http://www.wfix.net/
Photographer specializing in portraits showcases his work, including photographs of weddings, seniors, and individual portraits. - Butler Studio
http://www.butlerstudio.net/
Provides city administration and resource information. Includes public safety, visitor's guide, utility services, community development, and city council agenda. - City of Florence
http://www.ci.florence.al.us/
Non-denominational christian church displays its history, profiles of its ministers and elders, and directions to the church, as well as the worship schedule. - College View Church of Christ
http://www.collegeview.org/
Offers details about the school system including the school year calendar, federal programs, transportation, and child nutrition as well as the curriculum and sections dedicated to each school within the district. - Florence City Schools
http://www.fcs.k12.al.us/
Birthplace of Helen Keller features area attractions, events, lodging, and fishing. Includes community profile, family adventures, historic tours, and outdoor recreation. - Florence Lauderdale Tourism
http://www.visitflorenceal.com/
Hand car wash located in downtown Florence lists the service features it presents, gift certificates, and location as well as ts prices, hours, and email address. - Melvin's On the Spot Car Wash
http://www.melvinscarwash.com/
Discusses the church's statement of faith, discipleship, and worship services. Also gives information about the staff and contacts. - Parkway Methodist Church
http://www.parkwaymethodist.org/
Promotes area business and economic development. Includes business council, foundation projects, member directory, and local links of interest. - Shoals Chamber of Commerce
http://www.shoalschamber.com/
Dedicated to growing and appreciating wildflowers, the society maintains this website which delves into the details about the organization, the calendar of upcoming events and shows, and photographs of wildflowers in the area. Additionally, it offers contact information and contains a downloadable membership form. - Shoals Wildflower Society
http://home.hiwaay.net/~oliver/shoalswildflowersociety.htm
The online version of the traditional home-delivered paper newspaper dispenses news, weather, sports, and opinion to all who come to read it. Also on the site is a method by which to subscribe to the traditional newspaper for home delivery. - Times Daily
http://www.timesdaily.com/
Presents the history of this local company which manufactures fireworks. Also lists products and shows photographs of various types of displays. - TNT Fireworks
http://www.tntfireworks.com/