Good morning, Fort Mill.

Anne Springs Close Greenway will host its annual Boil, Brew & 'Que fall festival on October 18 from 3:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m. at the Greenway Gateway, and local vendors will serve barbecue, craft beers, and live music while family activities and a bourbon raffle raise funds for the Bridge Program.

Bakers Buzzin', a cherished children’s cooking studio in Tega Cay, closed its doors on January 19 after 11 years due to rising operational costs—rising rent and increased property taxes made it unsustainable.

The owners confirmed scheduled parties and events proceeded as planned—families redeemed gift certificates before the studio closed.

Yesterday, Kelly Edinger (ex-director) and JP Duncan (board member) from Chrysalis Autism Center gave an update on the center and previewed a golf tournament that will be held soon.

On September 17, The Citadel awarded gold stars to cadets and students who earned a 3.7 GPA or higher in the spring semester and placed them on the dean's list.

Local winners from Fort Mill include Joseph Curtis, Thomas Flanagan, Connor Hill, Camden Johnson, Palmer Morrison, and Danielle Williams—recognizing their academic excellence.

WalletHub’s new report finds that South Carolina holds a middle ranking for teacher support as the state has raised starting salaries but still faces shortages and large classroom sizes, especially in rural districts.

Local communities & education leaders are pushing to improve classroom conditions and attract more certified teachers to boost student outcomes.

The Fort Mill Yellow Jackets will travel Friday to face cross-town rival Catawba Ridge as they seek to extend their perfect 4-0 season after a 38-7 win over the Lancaster Bruins — the team will rely on key players like quarterback Quinn Kelly and running back Broden Mitcheson to challenge the Copperheads’ defense.

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.

Fort Mill Fall Festival

3-7 p.m. — Walter Y. Elisha Park — Free admission — Enjoy an afternoon of family-friendly activities, live music, and autumn-themed fun.