Good morning, Fort Mill.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.