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Fort Mill
Friday, May 22nd, 2026
Good morning, Fort Mill. Here's your local news at a glance for Friday, the 22nd of May.
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ The Fort Mill School District announced Angela Struve as the new principal of Catawba Ridge High School — she will begin her role in July. Struve has served as assistant principal since 2022 and is a Fort Mill High School graduate with deep local ties. Tega Cay Sun
- ➤ Western Carolina University announced its Spring 2026 honor rolls, recognizing exceptional academic achievement from thousands of students, including several from Fort Mill. Local students secured spots on the Chancellor’s List (requiring a 3.8 GPA) and the Dean’s List (requiring a 3.5 GPA). Tega Cay Sun
- ➤ Belmont University released its spring 2026 Dean’s List to honor two local students from York County+ Fort Mill’s Kristina Caputo and Rock Hill’s Molly Barbery earned the distinction by meeting strict academic requirements. Tega Cay Sun
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Governor McMaster signed a law that permanently makes March 1 Religious Liberty Day in South Carolina, honoring the state's long tradition of religious freedom—supported by leaders from a range of faiths at recent interfaith conferences. Tega Cay Sun
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ Catawba Ridge Copperheads will prepare for the new season as head coach Zac Lendyak says the young team (with a quarterback battle between Will Gambrill and Bradey Compton) will fine-tune its offense during summer training while opening with non-region games on Aug. 21 as they transition back to 4A. Fort Mill Prep Sports
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Rooted Rhythm Concert Series
6-9 p.m. — Comporium Amphitheater at the Anne Springs Close Greenway — Free entry — Enjoy a variety of live music while savoring food truck delights in an outdoor summer setting.
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