Florence County Sheriff TJ Joye joins the Double R Flo-town podcast for a candid, no-nonsense conversation about modern law enforcement, crime trends, juvenile violence, and what public safety really looks like in Florence County, South Carolina.

With over 40 years in law enforcement, Sheriff Joy shares firsthand insight into:

-Recruiting and retaining deputies in today’s climate
-Why perception of law enforcement is at an all-time low
-Juvenile crime, accountability, and the role of parents
-Florence County’s crime statistics — and what they actually mean
-High-profile cases, investigations, and real-world policing challenges
-Why Florence remains a great place to live, raise a family, and grow

This episode goes beyond headlines and social media narratives to explain how law enforcement, county leadership, and community trust intersect — and why context matters when talking about crime.

If you live in Florence, are considering moving here, or just want an honest look at policing today, this is a must-watch conversation.

00:00 Introduction & welcoming Sheriff TJ Joye
01:15 The realities of being sheriff in today’s climate
02:35 Staffing challenges & deputy recruitment
04:45 Public perception of law enforcement
05:13 Rebuilding trust between police and the community
06:37 Crime trends & closing problem areas
08:01 “10 for 10” — solving every murder in 2025
08:49 Juvenile crime, accountability & curfews
10:10 40+ years in law enforcement — what’s changed
12:38 Courts, sentencing & juvenile justice reform
14:10 Is Florence actually dangerous?
15:56 Florence as a place to live & raise a family
18:40 Career reflections & leadership lessons
19:04 A terrifying true story from the road
22:45 Leadership, command staff & setting the tone
23:30 Message to citizens: what helps law enforcement most
24:26 Final thoughts & closing

In this episode of the Double R Podcast, we sit down with Matt and Madison Floyd, father and son native to Florence, who share their experience in Poland and Ukraine providing humanitarian aid, evacuating civilians, rebuilding homes, and witnessing the realities of war firsthand.

Madison, now studying politics in Poland, and his father Matt share how a single living-room conversation led them to the frontlines — working with international aid organizations, supporting refugees, and forming lifelong relationships with Ukrainian families impacted by the war.

This is not a political debate — it’s a human story, grounded in firsthand experience, sacrifice, and conviction.

00:00 – Intro: The Floyd Family & Why This Conversation Matters
02:20 – From Florence to Healthcare Entrepreneurship
04:30 – Madison’s Path from Florence to Europe
06:20 – “Why Don’t You Do Something?” The Moment That Changed Everything
09:00 – Poland, World War II, and Understanding History on the Ground
13:00 – Studying Politics in Poland vs. College in the U.S.
17:40 – Humanitarian Aid in Ukraine: What They’re Actually Doing
23:00 – The Human Cost of War: Women, Children, and the Border
30:00 – Freedom, Ukraine, and What Americans Miss About the War
37:40 – Can Ukraine Survive? Poland, Fear, and What Comes Next
42:27 – Closing Thoughts & Why Florence Still Matters

In this episode of Double R Flo-Town, Robert and Reeves sit down with Stoney Moore and his son Tony Moore—a Florence native, builder, and county councilman—for a powerful conversation about family, faith, hard work, and the often untold history of Florence County.

From growing up as a sharecropper with no running water, to building custom homes from the ground up, to preserving land and local heritage as Florence continues to grow, this episode captures the kind of wisdom you don’t learn in a classroom.

00:00 – Why this conversation matters for Florence
02:05 – Growing up in Florence before paved roads
05:29 – Sharecropping, hard work, and growing up fast
10:01 – Family unity through hardship
14:15 – Raising a son in the building business
18:44 – Mars Bluff, Methodism, and forgotten local history
27:37 – The Florence atomic bomb incident (1958)
32:36 – Why knowing local history creates belonging
39:20 – Growth vs. conservation in Florence County
46:12 – Marriage, faith, and the real cost of building a life

This special Double R Flow Town Christmas episode is all about reflection, gratitude, and vision. 🎄

As we wrap up 2025, we look back on how the podcast started, the guests who shaped the conversation, and the moments that reminded us why Florence matters. From meaningful community growth to preserving culture, real estate trends, entrepreneurship, family, and what’s coming next, this episode captures the heart of what Double R is about.

We also talk candidly about:

• What it takes to move Florence forward
• Preserving small-town culture while growing wisely
• Real estate challenges and opportunities in 2026
• Why relationships and experiences matter more than things
• New projects (including Skyview 👀) and community initiatives ahead

If you’ve been listening all year—or this is your first episode—thank you for being part of the conversation. Here’s to closing out the year strong and stepping boldly into 2026.

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In this episode we sit down with Gregg Robinson, CEO of Florence County Economic Development, for one of the most important conversations we’ve ever had about the future of Florence, SC.

Greg breaks down the master plan behind Florence’s explosive growth, including:

The 11 new industrial parks across the county

Why Florence is now officially classified as a developed county

How the I-95/I-20 logistics advantage is reshaping the region

The truth about housing demand and population growth

What’s happening with the battery gigafactory

How companies secretly “shop” Florence before locating here

The biggest challenges facing long-term growth

Why beautification, infrastructure, and community involvement matter

And where Florence is headed over the next decade

If you’ve ever wondered why so many homes are being built, where jobs are coming from, or how Florence is positioning itself to compete with Greenville, Charleston, and Charlotte, this is your must-watch episode.

Airports don’t just move people; they move regions. We sat down with FLO’s director, Brad Beadles, to map a bold, practical plan to turn Florence’s 1,500+ acres into a true regional gateway—one that adds the right routes, taps rail-to-runway cargo, and builds a homegrown talent pipeline. The story starts with hard truths: when Delta left, traffic fell, habits shifted to Charlotte, and airlines saw 55% load factors instead of the 80% they need to invest. The fix is local and doable—get business travelers booking FLO again, close the price gap with smarter schedules, and secure high-utility links like Dulles and Nashville that unlock global networks without the mega-hub grind.

We explore how Florence’s infrastructure advantages stack up: proximity to I-95 and I-20, access to the Port of Charleston and Inland Port Dillon, and an airport-owned rail spur that can be revived for a modest cost. That intermodal mix is catnip for shippers and advanced manufacturers, setting the stage for sustainable airport revenue and jobs. Add a user fee facility for Customs and Border Protection, and private aviation and on-demand charters become easier—including weekend hops to the Bahamas—keeping high-value activity based in Florence rather than leaking to Charleston.

Growth takes people, so we spotlight Runway 1000, a program that brings a thousand middle schoolers to the airfield each year, and a high school pathway with pilot, maintenance, drones, and air traffic control tracks tied to Embry-Riddle. Students can graduate with an associate degree and a guaranteed path to a four-year program if they keep their grades up. Alongside a refreshed FLO brand and a traveler-first website that surfaces hotels, restaurants, and local events, the airport is making it simpler to choose convenience over chaos.

There is urgency: American plans to reduce to two daily flights in 2026 unless loads rise. That’s also the opportunity. If we fill the seats now, we earn the second carrier faster, attract cargo investment, and shift the trajectory of the PD. Subscribe, share this episode with a friend who flies often, and if you can, book your next trip out of FLO. Then tell us: which nonstop would you choose first?

In this episode of Double R FloTown, Robert & Reeves get real about the issues and opportunities shaping Florence and the Pee Dee. They discuss crime, family breakdown, affordable housing, and why local engagement matters more than ever.

Sheriff TJ Joy’s insights spark a heartfelt discussion on root causes, community leadership, and the need for practical change. Later, the hosts dive into the housing market, the controversial idea of 50-year mortgages, and the potential impact of crypto on real estate.

Finally, Robert speaks into existence a new segment — Counseling Corner with Reeves— tackling anxiety, routines, and digital burnout, reminding us that building stronger communities starts with healthier people.

Florence County is growing fast – and County Administrator Kevin Yokim joins Double R Flotown to reveal just how much is changing. From new park features, events, and activities to the $1.6 billion AESC battery plant and the FlyFlo airport, this episode dives into what makes it a great time to live in Florence County, SC.