Happy weekend, York County! In today’s happening-today edition: Medical campus at the Panthers site, Whataburger opening day, and Rock Hill pride outdoor festival + events worth checking out today & tomorrow.
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01 — Worth knowing In the newsThree local stories this week, plus a few worth your money.
Traffic changes ahead: Two intersections near Baxter Village in Fort Mill will close for S.C. 160 over I-77 construction on June 21, expected to reopen June 28. Drivers should slow and follow closures -- see the full closure details.
New fast-food arrival: Whataburger will open July 9 on Cross Pointe Drive near I-77 in Rock Hill, with a ribbon-cutting and free honey butter chicken biscuits for the first 100 customers -- see the opening lineup.
New life for the site: Rock Hill on June 8 approved a $300 million Novant Health medical campus at the failed Panthers site, expected to bring 255 jobs. Closing could come by October -- see the campus plans.
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03 — On our radar
Local business spotlightNearby spots we'd actually send a friend to.
Swing without the sweat: Skip the humidity and work on your game at 19th at the Warehouses, a Rock Hill indoor golf hangout with Full Swing simulators, multi-sport options, and a full-service bar and restaurant. Perfect for a quick solo session or a friendly neighborhood showdown with snacks within arm’s reach.
Your Lake Wylie reset: A swim-at-your-own-risk area wrapped by a circular pier, three boat ramps, kayak/canoe launch, a pickleball court, a playground and 6 picnic shelters, Ebenezer Park is the easy local move when you need 90 minutes of fresh air right now. Book a campsite or just sneak in a quick lakeside breather.
Southern comfort, upgraded: When you want an easy win for dinner or brunch, The Flipside Restaurant brings relaxed bistro vibes, Southern-style plates that feel like a hug, and a bar that knows its way around specialty cocktails and draft beer. Local spot energy, zero fuss, just really good food.
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05 — The event calendar Around town today & tomorrowOur favorite events going on the rest of this weekend. Dates, times, and locations are subject to change. Always check official event pages before heading out.
🛍 Fort Mill Farmers & Artisans Market @ Veterans Park | Saturday (6/20) at 9:00 AM – Swing through Fort Mill’s Farmers & Artisans Market, now in its seventh season, for produce that actually tastes like something, handmade goods, and prime small-town people watching. Fill a tote, catch up with half the neighborhood, and call it errands, community, and breakfast.
🛍 The Mama Market Boutique Launch @ Sweet Southern Gals Boutique | Saturday (6/20) at 9:00 AM – Finally, a shop that understands Goldfish crumbs are a lifestyle. The Mama Market Boutique lands at Sweet Southern Gals in York, with maternity and breastfeeding-friendly styles, plus ridiculously cute kids’ clothes, so you can upgrade the closet, keep your sanity, and feel seen.
🐶 Canine Coffee Club @ Mug and Maple Rock Hill | Saturday (6/20) at 9:30 AM – Bring your pup and your caffeine habit to Mug & Maple at The PowerHouse for a weekly canine coffee hang. Big green space, seating, free treats and whipped cream, free parking in Deck A, not fenced so leash as needed. Dogs run the agenda.
🏳 Rock Hill Pride Outdoor Festival @ The Mercantile | Saturday (6/20) at 10:00 AM – Rock Hill Pride takes over downtown with 150-plus vendors, food trucks, resources, and local businesses stretching from Journeyman to Main St. It is family friendly, all ages welcome, and the Kid Zone is indoors at The Gathering Space, so you might actually finish a taco.
🪨 Choose Your Project @ Tom S. Gettys Center (Rock Hill) | Saturday (6/20) at 10:00 AM – Time to upgrade the backyard from “we’ll get to it” to “look what I made.” Pick your project, a mosaic stepping stone, a birdhouse, or a birdbath, then get hands-on with tile, grout, and a little pride the birds will appreciate.
✊ Liberation Lane: A Juneteenth Celebration @ Downtown York | Saturday (6/20) at 12:00 PM – Downtown York is giving Juneteenth the block-party treatment, with live music, local talent, and food trucks worth the line. There is a sharp panel at the Sylvia Theater and an interactive history exhibit, so you get substance with your snacks. Bring the kids, keep your sanity.
🚗 Father's Day Car Show @ Jekyll & Hyde Taphouse & Grill (Fort Mill) | Sunday (6/21) at 11:00 AM – Market Street is going full dad this Father’s Day, with chrome, bragging rights, and zero HOA rules. Fort Mill’s first car show shuts it down for all makes and models, a live DJ, trophies, prizes, all for charity, $20 per car, bragging free. Live music & entertainment:
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06 — The York County report Weather forecastToday — High: 85°F — Low: 65°F — Precip: 0%
Mostly sunny, with a high near 85. North northwest wind around 5 mph. Later: Mostly clear, with a low around 65. Southwest wind 0 to 5 mph.
Tomorrow — High: 90°F — Low: 70°F — Precip: 1%
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