Good morning, Fort Mill.

Draper Wildlife Management Area in McConnells covers over 800 acres of woods, fields and ponds that attract hunters, hikers and wildlife watchers during the summer sunflower bloom.

The site—managed by the South Carolina Department of Natural Resources and partly funded by York County—is open during daylight hours near SC Highway 322.

York County said a misleading email from Rock Hill’s Parks, Recreation & Tourism Department confused unincorporated youth & adult rec program participants.

County management explained it worked with local municipalities to end an outdated rec tax and clarified it never offered to directly reimburse residents for sports registration fees.

Dr. Hall of Hall Chiropractic Center explained that early sugar consumption in children can disrupt their metabolism and may lead to type 2 diabetes and high blood pressure later—studies show that limiting sugar during the first two years may reduce future healthcare expenses.

Dr. Matthew Newsome, a PMC Urologist, joined Manning Kimmel on Straight Talk on June 26th—he discussed key men’s health topics for Men’s Health Month.

Fort Mill High School named Coach Lee Whitaker its Coach of the Year after his teams won state championships in girls cross country, boys cross country, and girls track — his leadership drove all title wins — and the accolade honors his commitment to excellence in athletics.

The achievement highlights a standout season for the school.

Fort Mill Schools announced the 2024-25 athletic award winners by honoring student athletes from Catawba Ridge, Fort Mill and Nation Ford in sports such as baseball, boys golf, track & field and girls soccer.

The winners include Jackson Mullen from baseball, Joshua Dobson in track and field and Kaylee Rovenstine for running events, with distinctions like state champion and all-state honors being awarded.

Pets, Paints & Pints…of Ice Cream!

6-8 p.m. — The Crazy Mason Milkshake Bar Fort Mill — Not specified — Unleash your creativity while painting your pet's portrait and enjoying delicious ice cream.