The U.S. Department of Agriculture’s Food Safety and Inspection Service (FSIS) has issued a public health alert for certain ground beef products sold in North and South Carolina due to potential E. coli contamination. The alert specifically applies to 1-pound vacuum-packed packages of Organic Rancher brand organic ground beef, identified as 85% lean and 15% … Read more
Just a short drive from Tega Cay, just outside Columbia, South Carolina, Congaree National Park offers an immersive experience into one of the most biodiverse and serene landscapes in the United States. As the largest intact expanse of old-growth bottomland hardwood forest remaining in the southeastern U.S., this park is a sanctuary for nature enthusiasts … Read more
National Donut Day returns this Friday, June 6, and local donut shops in York County are joining in with free treats and special deals for the occasion. Observed annually on the first Friday of June, National Donut Day started in 1938 as a fundraiser by The Salvation Army in Chicago to honor the women who … Read more
Rock Hill, South Carolina, has been recognized as one of the top places to live in the state, earning the #5 spot on U.S. News & World Report’s 2025–2026 rankings of the Best Places to Live in South Carolina. This accolade highlights the city’s growing appeal as a vibrant, affordable, and livable community. A Rising … Read more
CHARLESTON, SC (06/05/2025)– The South Carolina Corps of Cadets Class of 2025 are now part of the Long Gray Line. More than 400 members of the South Carolina Corps of Cadets accepted their degrees during the commencement ceremony on Saturday, May 3. Approximately 30% of the graduating cadets accepted commissions as officers into the U.S. … Read more
Fort Mill High School will host its 5th Annual Booster Classic golf tournament on Thursday, August 21, 2025, at the Tega Cay Golf Club. The annual event supports all FMHS athletic programs, with proceeds helping fund equipment, travel, and other needs for student-athletes. The tournament will follow a four-person captain’s choice format, with registration beginning … Read more
The Fort Mill School Board held its regular monthly meeting on June 3, 2025, addressing several key areas including the approval of the 2025–2026 budget, adjustments to athletic and band fees, an increase in starting teacher pay, and the launch of a district-wide environmental health and safety assessment. Recognitions The board opened the meeting by … Read more
FORT MILL, S.C. — Fort Mill High School is celebrating an extraordinary athletic year with the announcement of Coach Whitaker as the 2024–2025 Coach of the Year—a well-deserved honor after guiding three teams to state championships. Coach Whitaker’s leadership this season led to state titles in Girls Cross Country, Boys Cross Country, and Girls Track … Read more
YORK COUNTY, S.C. — York County 4-H has reached a milestone with the registration of its 600th youth member for the 2024–2025 program year, setting a new participation record for the organization. The achievement reflects the program’s steady growth and increased engagement throughout the county. Leaders credit the milestone to strong community partnerships, active volunteers, … Read more
On Sunday evening, The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints held a Seminary Graduation ceremony honoring fifteen dedicated high school seniors from across York County. These students have completed four years of consistent, early morning scripture study as part of the Church’s Seminary program. Each school day, before classes begin, they have gathered with … Read more