Good morning, Fort Mill.

HGTV announced a sweepstakes for the Dream Home 2026, a waterfront masterpiece on Lake Wylie designed by Brian Patrick Flynn and built by Knotts Builders.

The contest is open until Feb. 13 and offers a $2.4 million prize package including a custom-built home and $100,000 cash for local residents.

Residents can avoid landfills by repurposing stripped Christmas trees via community recycling programs like Grinding of the Greens, which will turn trees into mulch, or through backyard projects such as wildlife shelters, garden insulation, and using wood in an outdoor fire pit + that prevents fire hazards.

In September (Childhood Cancer Awareness Month), a local teen led Fort Mill residents to turn gold and raise funds for cancer awareness, uniting neighbors as the community supported the cause.

Fort Mill Yellow Jackets beat Byrnes Rebels 82-79 in overtime at Lexington High School during the National bracket of the Lexington Roundball Classic, with Jermier Nelson named tournament MVP; the team is 12-3 and will host Clover on Friday, Jan.

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Charlotte Running Co Trail Race

8:30 a.m. – 2:30 p.m. — Anne Springs Close Greenway - Lake Haigler — Registration fees apply — Test your limits on a stunning trail course amid natural beauty.