Anne Springs Close Greenway (ASCG) is an outdoor lover's dream. Whether one enjoys hiking, kayaking, biking, horseback riding, or just finding a spot to plop down and relax in the splendors of nature, you'll find it here.

ASCG is located within Fort Mill and has roots dating back to the Catawba Indians and the Civil War. There are historic buildings and native plants on the luscious land filled with forest, lakes, and rolling pastures. The grounds are 2,100 acres of pure outdoor bliss that serve as a barrier to the hustle and bustle of urban development. The land was donated for public use by the children of Anne Springs Close to honor her lifelong commitment to recreation and the environment.

Since it is run as a nonprofit, they rely solely on private funds through memberships, program fees, and private donations to support the annual operational costs. One of the specific ways they raise funds is through their Signature Events such as these –

Blue Star Blitz – Colonel's Club Boil & Brew -  Earth Day Celebration - Greenway Speaker Series - Artisan Markets - Horse Shows - Springmaid Trail Race - Summer Concert Series - Taste of Fort Mill - The Great American Campout - The Green Gala – Treeshaker

There are also specific Fundraising Events such as these –

The Green Gala – Taste of Fort Mill – Colonel's Club Boil & Brew

If you are interested in specific activities held each month, then visit their Calendar Events, where you'll find options such as these –

Lunchtime Yoga – Sunset Yoga – Kids' Night Out on the Greenway – Intermediate Mountain Bike Clinic – Get to Know the Greenway – Guided Hikes

ASCG also offers learning opportunities about nature, history, and science to both individuals and groups through preschool programs, afterschool programs, an outdoor academy, scouting, and team building.

If you'd like to learn more about becoming a member of the ASCG, please visit their website – Membership Information. Supporting this park TWICE the size of Central Park ensures that it stays around for a long, long time.

We wanted to take a moment to remind our friends and those looking to relocate to our beautiful area that the Linda Hall Team of Century 21 First Choice delivers a newsletter to all of their subscribers every other week. This newsletter contains local Clover, Fort Mill, Lake Wylie, Tega Cay and surrounding area news, events, re-openings, new openings, and lots of other pertinent information that local residents should know. We take a great deal of time researching this local content for our followers so that they can stay informed and up to date on all the happenings in the area. 

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The Linda Hall Team of Century 21 First Choice likes to provide our clients with whatever resources they need to make a decision on what community will best fit their needs. Schools are often at the top of that list of inquiries and so therefore we thought we would share Niche’s top ten list of best public high schools in York County, South Carolina. Read more on how they calculate this reading.

1. Fort Mill High School – Overall Niche Grade is A

Fort Mill High School is a highly rated, public school located in FORT MILL, SC. It has 2,070 students in grades 9-12 with a student-teacher ratio of 17 to 1. According to state test scores, 91% of students are at least proficient in math and 91% in reading.

2. Nation Ford High School – Overall Niche Grate is A

Nation Ford High School is a highly rated, public school located in FORT MILL, SC. It has 1,822 students in grades 9-12 with a student-teacher ratio of 15 to 1. According to state test scores, 87% of students are at least proficient in math and 88% in reading.

3. Clover High School – Overall Niche Grade is A-

Clover High School is a highly rated, public school located in CLOVER, SC. It has 2,396 students in grades 9-12 with a student-teacher ratio of 14 to 1. According to state test scores, 70% of students are at least proficient in math and 74% in reading.

4. Lewisville High School – Overall Niche Grade is B+

Lewisville High School is an above average, public school located in RICHBURG, SC. It has 381 students in grades 9-12 with a student-teacher ratio of 14 to 1. According to state test scores, 75% of students are at least proficient in math and 82% in reading.

5. York Preparatory Academy – Overall Niche Grade is B+

York Preparatory Academy is an above average, public, charter school located in ROCK HILL, SC. It has 1,656 students in grades K-12 with a student-teacher ratio of 17 to 1. According to state test scores, 59% of students are at least proficient in math and 58% in reading.

6. Northwestern High School – Overall Niche Grade is B

Northwestern High School is an above average, public, magnet school located in ROCK HILL, SC. It has 1,798 students in grades 9-12 with a student-teacher ratio of 16 to 1. According to state test scores, 63% of students are at least proficient in math and 71% in reading.

7. York Comprehensive High School – Overall Niche Grade is B

York Comprehensive High School is an above average, public school located in YORK, SC. It has 1,499 students in grades 9-12 with a student-teacher ratio of 18 to 1. According to state test scores, 57% of students are at least proficient in math and 67% in reading.

8. Rock Hill High School – Overall Niche Grade is B

Rock Hill High School is an above average, public, magnet school located in ROCK HILL, SC. It has 1,882 students in grades 9-12 with a student-teacher ratio of 16 to 1. According to state test scores, 76% of students are at least proficient in math and 73% in reading.

9. Catawba Ridge High School – Overall Niche Grade is B

Catawba Ridge High School is an above average, public school located in FORT MILL, SC. It has 877 students in grades 9-12 with a student-teacher ratio of 14 to 1.

10. South Pointe High School – Overall Niche Grade is B-

South Pointe High School is a public, magnet school located in ROCK HILL, SC. It has 1,406 students in grades 9-12 with a student-teacher ratio of 15 to 1. According to state test scores, 46% of students are at least proficient in math and 59% in reading.

We hope this has been of interest to you and please remember The Linda Hall Team of Century 21 First Choice if you or someone you know is in need of real estate services in the York County or surrounding areas. 

The above video shows us a quick overview of the market, but let's dive deeper with this comprehensive look at the December 2021 real estate market in York County, South Carolina.

December 2021 New Listings:

We start by looking at the NEW LISTINGS that came on the market in DECEMBER and we begin with 2019, where we see there were 277 NEW LISTINGS that came on the market. In DECEMBER of 2020, we find we increased by +6.9 percent with 296 NEW LISTINGS. This year in DECEMBER of 2021, we decreased slightly by -2.4 percent with 289 NEW LISTINGS. 

DECEMBER 2021 Homes for Sale:

We again, start by looking at DECEMBER of 2019, where we see there were 829 HOMES FOR SALE. In DECEMBER of 2020, we find a decrease of -55.4 percent with 370 HOMES FOR SALE. This year in DECEMBER of 2021, we decreased again by -23.5 percent with only 283 HOMES FOR SALE.

DECEMBER 2021 Pending Sales:

Let's view DECEMBER of 2019, where we see there were 236 PENDING SALES. In DECEMBER of 2020, we increased by +44.9 percent with 342 PENDING SALES. This year in DECEMBER, we decreased by -4,1 percent with 328 PENDING SALES.

DECEMBER 2021 Median Days on Market:

Let's view DECEMBER of 2019, where we see there were 21 MEDIAN DAYS ON MARKET. In DECEMBER of 2020, we decreased from the previous year by -76.2 percent with 5 Median Days on Market. This year in DECEMBER, we held even with the previous year with still only 5 Median Days on Market. 

DECEMBER 2021 Months Supply of Homes for Sale:

In DECEMBER of 2019, the MONTHS SUPPLY OF HOMES FOR SALE was 2.1. In DECEMBER of 2020, we decreased by -57.1 percent with a 0.9 MONTHS SUPPLY OF HOMES FOR SALE. This year in DECEMBER, we decreased by -22.2 percent with only 0.7 MONTHS SUPPLY OF HOMES FOR SALE! 

So there is your comprehensive LOCAL look at the real estate market. If you are considering a sale of your home then now might be a perfect time as the competition is still be pretty low as we mentioned the inventory of homes is down by -23.5 percent from 2020 and the number of days on market is still low with only 5 days! If you are interested in buying a home then let us help you get a competitive advantage. Please reach out to the Linda Hall Team. We'd love to assist you!!

Whether you like to party and watch the ball drop or you're a bit more lowkey and prefer to get up with a run or a yoga session, The Linda Hall Team has you covered. Here are some local ideas for you to ring in the new year!

Countdown at Canopy: A New Year's Eve Affair

12-31-2021, 10 PM - 12 AM

Canopy by Hilton Charlotte Southpark

4905 Barclay Downs Drive

Charlotte, NC

Countdown to the new year at Canopy Charlotte SouthPark!

Come out for an evening of dancing, drinks and celebration as you head into the New Year!

Further info and ticket purchases - CLICK HERE

Anne Springs Close Greenway

1-1-2022, 10 AM 

1604 US-21

Fort Mill, SC 29715

Ring in the New Year with this classic 8k trail race highlighting some of the best trails at Anne Springs Close Greenway in Fort Mill, SC.

The start is at the Rush Pavilion on the ASC Greenway at 10:00 AM. Bib pickup will start at 9:00 AM at the same location. Registrants will receive their pick of a bell; awards will be given to overall and age group winners. Join the Rock Hill Striders for a low-key event to start your year on a healthy stride.

Registering is required for our permit and insurance purposes.

Contact: Email the RD at rockhillstriders@gmail.com

Click Here for Registration

Click here for the Facebook Event Link 

NYE Party with Jukebox Revolver

12-31-2021, 9 PM until 1-1-22, 2 AM

The Trail House

6751 Old Monroe Road

Indian Trail, NC 

Join the biggest and best NYE party in the area. Featuring the popular party band, Jukebox Revolver. $10 cover after 8:30pm. Free party favors and a champagne toast at midnight.

CLICK HERE FOR MORE INFO

NYE at Papa Docs

12-31-2021, 9 PM - 12 AM

3990 Charlotte Hwy

Lake Wylie, SC

Ticket - $20

Ring in 2022 at Papa Docs! Join them for their annual New Years Eve Party featuring live music from the Smiling Dogs.

Tickets include food and a champagne toast at midnight.

CLICK HERE FOR FB Event Link

CLICK HERE FOR TICKETS 

New Years Day Yoga Flow & Intention Setting with Sara & Wendy in Rock Hill

1-1-2022, 2 PM - 3:30 PM

742 N. Anderson Road

Rock Hill, SC 

Tickets - $20

Reflect in a way that allows access to deep inner wisdom in naming what you want to Breathe in to the New Year.

What you'll experience:

*Slow Flow Yoga

*New Years Day Meditation

*Journaling

*Circle Time to connect with others

Bring your own mat, props, and journal

CLICK HERE TO REGISTER IN ADVANCE 

The Shore Club

12-31-2021, 8:30 PM

15083 Molokai Drive

Tega Cay, SC

Let's ring in 2022 with a night to remember! The Al G and Friends Band will keep the Glennon Center entertained all evening. They are best known for their beach music sound, their old AND new R&B covers, Motown, funk, and definitely the Cupid Shuffle. A Carolina favorite, they are ready to ROCK THE SHORE CLUB!

DINNER BUFFET INCLUDES:

Spinach & Artichoke Dip

Vegetable Spring Rolls

New York Strip Steak

Stuffed Chicken Breast

Parmesan Whipped Potatoes

Green Beans Almondine 

Salad Bar

CLICK HERE FOR TICKETS 

Enjoy whatever your style of celebrating might be and stay safe! Happy New Year from all of at The Linda Hall Team, Century 21 First Choice!!

Linda Hall - Rene Lurion -Sabine Hammermann - Caroline McCarthy - Amanda Sisko - Sarah Cole

We've UPDATED our list of some great York County non-profits that help the local community directly. The season of giving is here and we hope that this list might help you accomplish your goal in charitable giving. 

CLOVER

Clover Area Assistance Center

1130 Highway 55 East

PO Box 521

Clover, SC 29710-1418

803-222-4837

To Get Involved – Please visit website

Clover Area Assistance Center designs their services and programs to address basic, urgent needs. Through food, financial assistance, health-related services, and education, their goal is to not only alleviate immediate needs, but also to help the individuals and families to bridge the gap between dependence and self-sufficiency.

4TheKids.SC

PO Box 1591

330-224-8948

To Donate – Please visit website

4TheKids was formed in the summer of 2020. They strive to empower youth to form meaningful connections in their community, to thrive by providing engaging opportunities to connect and grow, encourage awareness, acceptance, and inclusion for all. Youth are faced with so many challenges and obstacles – more than ever before – and we help them to grow into healthy productive adults ready to lead us into the future.  

FORT MILL

The Humane Society of York County

8177 Regent Parkway, Suite 103

Fort Mill, SC 29715

803-802-0902

Adoption Hours – Please visit website

The Humane Society of York County Pawsibilities Thrift Store

2144 Carolina Place Drive, Fort Mill, SC 29708

803-802-0600

Shopping Hours – Please visit website

The future of the Humane Society of York County (HSYC) depends on community involvement and generous donations. Please help them continue to “give abandoned animals a second chance.”

Fort Mill Care Center

Physical Address:

Fort Mill Care Center, Inc

2760 Old Nation Road

Fort Mill, SC 29715

Mailing Address:

Fort Mill Care Center, Inc.

PO Box 1401

Fort Mill, SC 29716-1401

803-547-7620

Operating Hours for Care Request and Food Donation Drop off – Please visit website

The Fort Mill Care Center is a non-profit organization run 100% by non-paid volunteers. Their major emphasis is helping families who find themselves in need of basic necessities. If they cannot provide the necessary needs, they provide counsel, or guidance to other agencies that can help. They are funded through donations from individuals, businesses, churches, youth groups, and community organizations.

ROCK HILL

HOPE of Rock Hill

504 Oakland Avenue

Rock Hill, SC 29730

803-328-8000

For Hours – Please visit website

They have an interesting backstory which you can find on their website, but the mission’s purpose is to provide assistance to those in genuine need. Their main form of assistance is food, but they also supply help with utilities, kerosene, medicine and natural gas. Over 90 cents of every dollar goes directly into services to help the needy in the local community.

Pathways Community Center

546 S. Cherry Road

PO Box 4553

Rock Hill, SC 29732

803-366-7284

For Volunteer Opportunities – Please visit website

The vision of Pathways Community Center is to effectively reduce the impact of poverty and homelessness within the community. Pathways considers themselves to be the first door of one’s journey out of poverty to self-sufficiency.

 SOME OTHERS IN THE LOCALCOMMUNITY ARE AS FOLLOWS: 

United Way of York County, SC in Rock Hill, SC has a goal of helping families in York County achieve financial stability by 2030. Their Website. Their Facebook page. 

H.O.P.E. is also located in Rock Hill. This organization's mission is to educate, empower, and support children and young adults in the local community of Rock Hill, South Carolina. Their Website. Facebook page. 

Boys & Girls Club of York County. The mission of the Boys & Girls Clubs of York County (BGCYC) is to inspire and enable young people, especially those who need it most, to realize their full potential as productive, responsible, and caring citizens. Their Website. Their Facebook page. 

All Things Possible Medical Fundraising located in Fort Mill, SC. They've been helping families with medical needs since 2013. Lisa Sexton is the founder and she came about this organization after experiencing financial hardship herself. She had a rare autoimmune liver disease which caused her bills to pile up. She created this organization so others would have the help if they ever faced a similar situation. Their Website. Their Facebook page. 

Fort Mill is Family provides resources and aid to Fort Mill and Tega Cay residents during the COVID19 pandemic. Their Website. Their Facebook page.

That's our list. Giving back to our community is a major component of The Linda Hall Team's business plan. Every year Linda Hall makes it a priority to seek out new ways to make sure the lives of those in her community are getting better. We hope this list will inspire you to do the same. 

The above video shows us a quick overview of the market, but let's dive deeper with this comprehensive look at the November 2021 real estate market in York County, South Carolina.

November 2021 New Listings:

We start by looking at the NEW LISTINGS that came on the market in NOVEMBER and we begin with 2019, where we see there were 337 NEW LISTINGS that came on the market. In NOVEMBER of 2020, we find we increased by +14.2 percent with 385 NEW LISTINGS. This year in NOVEMBER of 2021, we decreased slightly by -0.8 percent with 382 NEW LISTINGS. 

NOVEMBER 2021 Homes for Sale:

We again, start by looking at NOVEMBER of 2019, where we see there were 905 HOMES FOR SALE. In NOVEMBER of 2020, we find a decrease of -48.4 percent with 467 HOMES FOR SALE. This year in NOVEMBER of 2021, we decreased again by -34.3 percent with only 307 HOMES FOR SALE.

NOVEMBER 2021 Pending Sales:

Let's view NOVEMBER of 2019, where we see there were 296 PENDING SALES. In NOVEMBER of 2020, we increased by +18.9 percent with 352 PENDING SALES. This year in NOVEMBER, we increased by +13.9 percent with 401 PENDING SALES.

NOVEMBER 2021 Median Days on Market:

Let's view NOVEMBER of 2019, where we see there were 21 MEDIAN DAYS ON MARKET. In NOVEMBER of 2020, we decreased from the previous year by -76.2 percent with 5 Median Days on Market. This year in NOVEMBER, we decreased by -20.0 percent to only 4 Median Days on Market. 4 MEDIAN DAYS!

NOVEMBER 2021 Months Supply of Homes for Sale:

In NOVEMBER of 2019, the MONTHS SUPPLY OF HOMES FOR SALE was 2.3. In NOVEMBER of 2020, we decreased by -52.2 percent with a 1.1 MONTHS SUPPLY OF HOMES FOR SALE. This year in NOVEMBER, we decreased by -36.4 percent with only 0.7 MONTHS SUPPLY OF HOMES FOR SALE! 

So there is your comprehensive LOCAL look at the real estate market. If you are considering a sale of your home then now might be a perfect time as the competition is still be pretty low as we mentioned the inventory of homes is down by -34.3 percent from 2020 and the number of days on market is down by -20.0 percent to only 4 days! If you are interested in buying a home then let us help you get a competitive advantage. Please reach out to the Linda Hall Team. We'd love to assist you!!

Start building traditions over the holidays with a family favorite such as cutting and/or picking out your own fresh Christmas tree this year. It's a beautiful and memorable experience for everyone. Here are some local choices for you to find just the right tree.

Cherry Place Farm, located at 1922 Oakdale Road, Rock Hill, South Carolina, open the Friday after Thanksgiving. Their hours are Opening Day from 10 am to dark, Saturdays 10 am to dark, and Sundays from 1 pm to dark. Cherry Place has NC grown, fresh Fraser Fir trees which are brought to the farm to be displayed and you'll also discover many freshly made wreaths to adorn your doors. NOT a place to cut down your own tree, but fun just the same!

Lutz Christmas Tree Farm, located at 756 Neelands Road, Clover, South Carolina. They haven't posted their opening information as of the publishing of this blog, but here is their phone number to call and check if you would like to know 704-860-5604. Last year they opened ON Thanksgiving and there's a rumor that their may be a shortage of trees this year so shop early.

Moseley Old Time Christmas Tree Farm, located at 2042 Moseley Private Drive, Lancaster, South Carolina, open the Friday after Thanksgiving. Their hours are Friday and Saturday from 9:30 AM to 5:30 PM. Their phone number is 803-804-0016. You'll find several varieties to choose and cut. 

Mountain Top Christmas Trees, proudly serves Tega Cay, Fort Mill, Rock Hill and the Charlotte area with two locations. Look for them at 1975 US-21 and 1626 Gold Hill Road. They haven't posted their opening information yet, but check their Facebook page. 

Penland Christmas Tree Farm, located at 6457 Campbell Road, York, South Carolina, open the Friday after Thanksgiving. Their hours are Monday through Saturday from 9 AM to 5:30 PM and Sundays from 1 PM to 5:30 PM. They have a variety of Christmas trees and much more, including wreaths, children's trees, tree stands, saws provided, snack shack, candy can tree, free hayrides, and much more. 

That's it! Hope you are able to make many happy memories this holiday season and don't forget to check out our blog listing "10 Ways To Get Into The York County Holiday Spirit - 2021."

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The above video shows us a quick overview of the market, but let's dive deeper with this comprehensive look at the October 2021 real estate market in York County, South Carolina.

October 2021 New Listings:

We start by looking at the NEW LISTINGS that came on the market in OCTOBER and we begin with 2019, where we see there were 452 NEW LISTINGS that came on the market. In OCTOBER of 2020, we find we increased slightly by +0.4 percent with 454 NEW LISTINGS. This year in OCTOBER of 2021, we increased by +5.7 percent with 480 NEW LISTINGS. 

OCTOBER 2021 Homes for Sale:

We again, start by looking at OCTOBER of 2019, where we see there were 946 HOMES FOR SALE. In OCTOBER of 2020, we find a decrease of -49.7 percent with 476 HOMES FOR SALE. This year in OCTOBER of 2021, we decreased again by -29.4 percent with only 336 HOMES FOR SALE.

OCTOBER 2021 Pending Sales:

Let's view OCTOBER of 2019, where we see there were 400 PENDING SALES. In OCTOBER of 2020, we increased by +2.0 percent with 408 PENDING SALES. This year in OCTOBER, we increased by +14.7 percent with 468 PENDING SALES.

OCTOBER 2021 Median Days on Market:

Let's view OCTOBER of 2019, where we see there were 17 MEDIAN DAYS ON MARKET. In OCTOBER of 2020, we decreased from the previous year by -58.8 percent with 7 Median Days on Market. This year in OCTOBER, we decreased by -42.9 percent to only 4 Median Days on Market. 4 MEDIAN DAYS!!!

OCTOBER 2021 Months Supply of Homes for Sale:

In OCTOBER of 2019, the MONTHS SUPPLY OF HOMES FOR SALE was 2.4. In OCTOBER of 2020, we decreased by -50.0 percent with a 1.2 MONTHS SUPPLY OF HOMES FOR SALE. This year in OCTOBER, we decreased by -33.3 percent with only 0.8 MONTHS SUPPLY OF HOMES FOR SALE! 

So there is your comprehensive LOCAL look at the real estate market. If you are considering a sale of your home then now might be a perfect time as the competition is still be pretty low as we mentioned the inventory of homes is down by -29.4 percent from 2020 and the number of days on market is down by -42.9 percent to only 4 days! If you are interested in buying a home then let us help you get a competitive advantage. Please reach out to the Linda Hall Team. We'd love to assist you!!

Are you looking for a Local Host(ess) Gift This Holiday Season? Well, look no further than Tega Graze. Last year we did a feature on this wonderful business and we thought we should revive that blog and update it. The reason is the upcoming holiday season AND the fact that they are growing despite beginning this small business venture in the middle of a pandemic. Who does that? Well, two best friends do that and they are Chelsea and Lindsay.

They began with an idea and it has exploded. From having just 1 pick-up location in 1 small town they've grown to 3 pick-up locations in 3 different cities/towns. What a wonderful, wonderful result for them and opportunity for all of us! The Linda Hall Team supported them from the get-go because we know good business when we see it. Once Linda had bought the graze kits for her team members she knew she had to spread the word. Well, we're still spreading the word!

From our first blog about this amazing business - 

Tega Cay Small Business Feature - Tega Graze

To this blog. Grow! Grow! Grow! 

Follow them on their social media - Facebook - Instagram - Website