Good morning, Fort Mill.

Residents are urged to celebrate Independence Day safely by following fireworks laws that ban displays on public property unless permits are issued.

Fireworks are restricted in parks, schools, and other public spaces and may only be used in permitted zones, with sales limited to those 16 and older (see guidelines).

The Humane Society of York County highlights two adoptable pets, Juju the cat and Celeste the energetic dog, available for adoption at its Fort Mill shelter at 8177 Regent Parkway.

Interested adopters can call (803.802.0902) during business hours to learn more.

York County towns are planning free Independence Day events to mark 250 years since the Declaration — Fort Mill will hold a Celebration on July 3 from 6 to 9:30 p.m. at the Amphitheater and its Firing of the Cannons on July 4 downtown.

Historic Brattonsville hosts a weekend of battle reenactments on Saturday, July 11 and Sunday, July 12 — part of the 250th anniversary of the American Revolution — featuring living history displays, military demonstrations, and a keynote presentation.

Brattonsville Road will be closed from 9:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. during the event.

The Fort Mill School District will dedicate a historical marker at 11 a.m. today at Banks Street and Academy Street to honor the original high school site.

Alumni and officials will mark its more than 60 years of local educational history and community tradition.

Lilly Lesperance of Fort Mill was named to Troy University’s Chancellor’s List on Monday, June 29 for earning a 4.0 GPA in the spring term of the 2025-2026 academic year; she met full-time enrollment requirements (at least 12 semester hours).

The Foundation for Fort Mill Schools is asking residents to donate items to support its Classroom Ready program that provides free school supplies to local students.

Families must register for the backpack distribution weekend on July 24 and 25 — donations are accepted year round at 120 East Elliott Street, with larger drop-offs by appointment.

York County Council approved a $1.5 billion biopharma incentive agreement and a nine-month pause on data center approvals on Monday, June 29 at the County Government Center after nearly two hours of public testimony.

The council also approved cash bonds to repair roads in Bailey’s Run and set a public hearing for July 13.

Fort Mill Post 43 won game one against Rock Hill Post 34 by a 4 to 3 score after an error in the bottom of the eighth, & game two will be played today in Rock Hill.

RTM Breakfast – Fort Mill

7:30 a.m. — Fort Mill Downtown Historic District — Free entry — Engage in meaningful conversations and fellowship with fellow men as you grow in faith together.