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Clover’s Ninth Grade Campus, final part of bond projects, ready for Aug. 14 unveiling

The final of five projects – Ninth Grade Campus – in Clover, South Carolina, School District’s $99 million construction bond package is nearly ready for students, with teachers moving in and final touch-ups under way. An open house is Aug. 14 and Freshman First Day Aug. 15, ahead of the first day of school Aug. 17.

Fort Mill Sports

Pickleball? Think badminton, ping pong and tennis rolled into one game

Pickleball is a combination of badminton, ping pong and tennis played on a court smaller than a tennis court with a paddle larger than a ping pong paddle and a ball that resembles a Wiffle ball.

Letters to the Editor

York County needs to step up to stop construction destruction

I am writing to you regarding storm water and sediment issues in York County. I have been contacted continuously for six months about two developments under construction on Bonum Road, Cypress Pointe (D.R. Horton) and Lake Crest (Mattamy Homes).

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York County thinks of going natural with hospitality tax spending

York County, South Carolina, leaders are considering how they should invest hospitality tax revenue. The Catawba River, agritourism and Lake Wylie are top contenders.

Local

Not asphalt, paint or signals. But a major York County road cost with a plan.

York County leaders have a new utility relocation policy for Pennies 4. About 10 percent of Pennies 4 collections could go to utilities.

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Harmless crime? Fort Mill police say no crime is too small amid egging spree

Several homes and cars were egged Wednesday night into Thursday morning in Fort Mill, South Carolina. Police say it isn’t the most serious crime, but can be costly.

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Fort Mill Rotary Club grant pays for students’ summer reading

Thanks to a grant from the Fort Mill Rotary Club, students in the Fort Mill School District Lunch and Learn program each took home a bag filled with books.

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Fort Mill golfing great returning for clinic

One of the best golfers to ever tee it up in Fort Mill Township is returning to host a clinic to benefit the Fort Mill High boys and girls golf teams.

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Weighing in on Catawba Ridge High’s mascot ahead of likely Aug. 1 Fort Mill decision

The Fort Mill, South Carolina, School Board will likely decide Aug. 1 on what will be chosen as mascot for the new Catawba Ridge High School. Among the top three choices by students, community and professionals offer their picks.

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Falcons name new softball coach

Craig Brown has been named the new softball coach at Nation Ford High School in Fort Mill, South Carolina.

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He stopped at a Fort Mill church to help; then someone held a gun to his back

A Fort Mill, South Carolina man reported being robbed at gunpoint Thursday in front of a church in town. Police are looking for the suspect.

South Carolina

S.C.’s tax-free weekend is Aug. 4-6. These items will be exempt from sales taxes.

South Carolina’s tax free weekend begins at 12:01 a.m. on Friday, Aug. 4. Here’s a look at the items that will be exempt from taxes — and the ones that won’t.

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Animals, straight out of the Bible, come to life in Fort Mill

NarroWay Productions in Fort Mill, South Carolina, hosted an event Thursday where fans could pet and ride animals used in the theater shows.

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Lancaster family receives a surprise gift during a Tega Cay fundraiser

A Tega Cay SC police officer and his family, including a son with a severe medical condition, received a family vehicle to help them travel together.

Local

For better or worse, York County leaders pass Pennies 4 plan. Will voters?

York County Council approved the Pennies 4 campaign for a public referendum in November. York County, South Carolina, voters will decide whether the tax continues.

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Put some sparkle in your life with sparkling wine

Sparkling wines are they just for celebration? No, they can bring a bit of life to any occasion or for that matter just to brighten up your day.

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This Week in Fort Mill history: Do you remember?

A&P officials announced that the Fort Mill super market had been honored as one of ten stores in the Carolinas to be cited for outstanding service and courtesy.

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