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Wednesday, February 18th, 2026
Good morning, Fort Mill. Here's your local news at a glance for Wednesday, the 18th of February.
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ Jamie Bodem of Fort Mill was named to Kennesaw State's Fall 2025 President's List for earning a 4.0 GPA while completing at least nine credit hours in Interdisciplinary Studies + over 6,900 students received this academic honor. Tega Cay Sun
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ A new bill introduced by Rep. Dennis Moss (District 29) in the state legislature proposes to treat intentional balloon releases as litter, with fines up to $1,000 and possible jail time. The measure, aimed at protecting wildlife, agriculture and tourism, awaits further debate. Tega Cay Sun
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ Trees are releasing pollen early as temperatures near the 70s, causing allergy symptoms for many residents. Health experts advise keeping windows closed + showering after outdoor time to reduce irritants. Tega Cay Sun
- ➤ The FDA raised a peanut butter recall by Ventura Foods to a Class II risk on Feb. 12 after blue plastic pieces were found in single-serve packs distributed to 40 states, including local institutions. Local cafeterias and schools should check lot codes (refer to the FDA notice) before use. Tega Cay Sun
REAL ESTATE NEWS
- ➤ A WalletHub report (released today) finds South Carolina ranks fourth in real estate property taxes and 47th in vehicle taxes, with residents paying $1,251 on a median home value while average U.S. bills total $3,119 and include an extra $499 in states with vehicle taxes. Tega Cay Sun
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ Nation Ford Lady Falcons beat Hillcrest Rams 56-39 in the 5A Division II playoff opener on Feb. 17 and will face a rematch at Greenwood High School on Saturday, Feb. 21 to avenge last year’s loss, coach Kelly Bennett said. Fort Mill Prep Sports
- ➤ Tonight, the Yellow Jackets host a high-stakes playoff double-header against Northwestern High School as both boys and girls teams seek to rebound from Friday’s narrow losses to Nation Ford and advance to the second round later this week. Tega Cay Sun
TODAY'S FOOD FOR THOUGHT
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