Good morning, Fort Mill.

A new sweet shop, Beignets & Brew French Donuts, will open at 360 Fort Mill Pkwy in early 2026 and bring made-to-order beignets and specialty coffees to the area.

The Florida-based chain will serve a New Orleans-inspired menu that includes traditional and bite-sized beignets as well as savory items like chicken with beignets.

South Carolina lawmakers are exploring changes to expand healthcare access by easing licensing for out-of-state doctors and giving advanced practice nurses more independence — officials say the measures may improve care in rural and underserved areas while increasing funding for community health centers.

Nation Ford High School beat Richland Northeast 56-27 on Thursday night as Malachi Drayton and Patience Andrews helped the team pull ahead.

The Falcons built on their lead in the second half by recovering two fumbles that led to key touchdowns before the game ended.

Catawba Ridge High School earned a 24-3 win over Spring Valley on Thursday night — their defense scored a pick-6 — as the Copperheads rallied with two touchdowns in the final quarter.

They improved to 3-1 and will host Fort Mill High School next Friday — a key matchup in conference play — to continue their season.

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.

Italian Wine Dinner at Zinicola

5-10 p.m. — Zinicola — $75 per person — Savor a delightful 5 course Italian wine pairing dinner featuring Impero wines.