Here's your local news at a glance for Tuesday, the 16th of September.
Good morning, Fort Mill.
The Humane Society of York County in Fort Mill is featuring Kameko, a playful young cat, and Frito, a small chihuahua-dachshund mix that has shown great progress despite a tough start—both pets need an adult-only home and are fully vetted for adoption.
Fort Mill School District will host STEAM Day at Catawba Ridge High School on September 17 so students can visit more than 18 hands-on stations to learn about real-world jobs (including a Cobra Helicopter landing at 9 a.m.) presented by community partners and industry leaders.
The event will help students see how Science, Technology, Engineering, Arts, and Math connect to future careers.
Tega Cay real estate showed strong growth in Q2 2025 — with new listings rising by 27% to 218, closed sales increasing by 35% to 167, and median prices holding at $650,000 — as homes sold faster with days on market dropping to 6, reflecting strong buyer demand.
Yesterday, the Fort Mill boys volleyball team lost to Boiling Springs Bulldogs in three sets with scores of 25 to 20, 25 to 21 and 25 to 19—dropping to a season record of three wins and seven losses as head coach Tamisha Martin said adjustments are needed after an injured setter.
Fort Mill will host Blythewood today while the girls tennis team won five to one to improve their perfect record and the girls golf team lost to Catawba Ridge by fourteen points.
The AAAAA Region 3 football season kicks off mid-September as Fort Mill Yellow Jackets travel to play Catawba Ridge and test their best start in decades—both teams are set for a high scoring contest.
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.
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