Here's your local news at a glance for Saturday, the 6th of September.
Good morning, Fort Mill.
A York County woman, Leigh Flynt Kohn, was arrested on Sept.
5 on charges of tax evasion and failure to file after she allegedly did not report $281,000 in income from her employer funds in her 2023 and 2024 returns — she is held at the York County Detention Center pending a bond hearing.
Governor McMaster has issued an executive order directing DSS to request a federal waiver that would ban candy, energy drinks, soft drinks and sweetened beverages purchased with SNAP benefits; the order exempts milk products, juices, sports drinks and infant formula.
DSS will submit the waiver request within 14 days and revise it as needed+ the move follows national efforts to support healthier eating.
Nation Ford beat River Bluff 20-17 as the Falcons rallied with a game-winning touchdown with 43 seconds left—improving their record to 2-1 and setting up a game against Richland Northeast on Sept.
11.
The Fort Mill Yellow Jackets won 33—7 against Blythewood on Friday with a strong defensive game that featured key turnovers and short rushing touchdowns—improving their record to 3—0; they will host Lancaster in their next game.
Catawba Ridge beat Chester 27-24 on Friday night after a late touchdown pass and a final-minute interception secured the win — the Copperheads improved to 2-1 and will travel to Spring Valley next Thursday.
Nation Ford Falcons overcame a 17-14 deficit with a last-minute 24-yard touchdown from Kason Canupp to Asher Beck to win 20-17 over River Bluff Gators in a Friday night game—defense helped secure the victory.
The Falcons will travel to Richland Northeast on Sept. 11 to build on this comeback win.
24th Annual Patchwork Tales Storytelling Festival
12 AM — York County Library — Free entry — Experience the magic of storytelling with performances from national and local talents.
4th Annual South Charlotte Golf Tournament
8:30 a.m. – 2:30 p.m. — Carolina Lakes Golf Club — All-inclusive participation — Compete in a fun golf tournament with food, drinks, and prizes.
Fall Artisan Market
9 AM – 2 PM — Anne Springs Close Greenway Gateway & Canteen — Free entry — Explore locally made goods and delicious treats while enjoying the autumn atmosphere.
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