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Friday, April 18th, 2025
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Good morning, Fort Mill. Here's your local news at a glance for Friday, the 18th of April.
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ On Thursday morning, a shooting on Porter Road near Fire Tower Road resulted in the York County Sheriff's second homicide investigation this year—an arrest was made as details remain limited pending the victim's identification from the Coroner's office. WRHI
ECONOMY NEWS
- ➤ Fort Mill was named the 7th fastest growing suburb in America after a GOBankingRates study reported a 77.6% increase in population between 2018 and 2023. The study noted that the town has a median household income of $127,537 and attracts new residents with its close access to Charlotte and strong schools. WRHI
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ A new bill at the statehouse will make it a serious crime to hurt police dogs or horses, with a fine of up to $2,000 and at least two years in jail as penalties. Police say the change is needed (each dog costs over $18,000 to train and takes more than 600 hours) because the bill is still under review (law enforcement groups support the plan). Tega Cay Sun
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ State DHEC is offering free radon test kits—available while supplies last—to help residents check their homes for radon, a colorless and odorless gas linked to lung cancer. Homeowners are urged to test their indoor air and consider professional help for mitigation if high levels are found. Tega Cay Sun
- ➤ Dr. David Hall of Hall Chiropractic Center explained that social anxiety causes a strong fear of social events and can make people experience racing hearts, nausea and sweating. He said that treatment with Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, relaxation techniques and exposure methods builds better social skills (for Fort Mill and nearby areas). Tega Cay Sun
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SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ On April 17, the Catawba Ridge Copperheads defeated Nation Ford in a penalty kick shootout after a scoreless regulation and overtime game. The Copperheads won 5—3 on penalties by converting all five kicks while Nation Ford made three. Fort Mill Prep Sports
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Strawberry Festival 2025
7 PM – 1 AM — Walter Y. Elisha Park — Cost info to be announced — Experience a musical journey through Taylor Swift's iconic hits at this vibrant festival.
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Fort Mill Scavenger Hunt Adventure
12-9 p.m. — Downtown Fort Mill — Ticketed event — Discover hidden gems and local history through an exciting scavenger hunt experience.
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TFA Pro X Superfights
6-8:30 p.m. — Triumph Fight Academy — $25-$37.89 — Witness thrilling kids and adult superfights featuring 3x3-minute rounds with judging.
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