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Drowning victim in Fort Mill apartment complex pool identified, officials say

The man drowned Monday in a pool in Fort Mill, South Carolina, according to York County Sheriff’s Office deputies and the York County Coroner’s Office.

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Thanks to ministry group Tega Cay family ‘can go places together’

When the Neely family reached out to All Things Possible Ministries for help, they asked for a special needs car seat for their son Logan. The family recently got significantly more.

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40 years of memories have been made within these Fort Mill rec. complex walls

I recall many moments and memories at Anne Springs Close Complex on the Greenway in Fort Mill, South Carolina.

Crime

Fort Mill man tossed bags of marijuana out car window during chase, deputies say

Police in York County, South Carolina charged a man who claimed he was a “sovereign citizen” and officers had no right to arrest him for drugs after a police chase. Police arrested him anyway.

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Fort Mill man charged with brandishing gun

A Fort Mill man was arrested for presenting a firearm after another man said a gun was pulled on his walk home from a pizza shop.

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Late rally brings heartbreaking halt to Post 43 season

Fort Mill Post 43 had the toughest draw of the eight teams in the American Legion state tournament. The team opened against defending state champion Florence Post 1, which entered the game 33-1.

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Opinion: Costly bridge across Catawba is not the right traffic solution

An old, discarded plan to build another bridge over the Catawba River to connect the Celanese Road area of Rock Hill to Fort Mill at Sutton Road has been revived. Last month, the Rock Hill-Fort Mill Area Transportation Study policy committee voted to study multiple transportation options rather than simply update a bridge feasibility study.

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Football officially starts July 28 for Fort Mill schools

Fort Mill, South Carolina, high school teams head to football practice Friday.

High School Football

The Herald's 10-best 2017 HS football games: Nation Ford at Fort Mill

The Herald’s Showdown Countdown - highlighting the 10-best 2017 high school football games - continues with the Mill Town Showdown, Fort Mill versus Nation Ford.

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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 coming to Fort Mill: Think badminton, ping pong, tennis rolled into one

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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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.

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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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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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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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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.