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Cmdr. Nicholas Heiliger, a native of Clover, South Carolina, serves as the executive officer of USS Cooperstown, a Navy warship that recently went underway on a scheduled deployment. Heiliger graduated from Clover High School in 2004. Additionally, Heiliger earned a bachelor’s degree in finance in 2008 and a Master’s of Business Administration in 2015 from […]

A Clover Police Department officer was arrested Thursday evening on domestic violence charges after she allegedly threatened her boyfriend with a firearm during an altercation in Chester County. Chester County Sheriff’s Office deputies responded to a domestic disturbance call at approximately 5:30 p.m. on May 28. The girlfriend in the incident was identified as Mara […]

Clover High School will send more than 550 members of its Class of 2026 across the stage tonight at Winthrop Coliseum, where valedictorian Ella Grace Nighbor and salutatorian Isabella Grace Ward will lead the Blue Eagles in their final walk as students. Both top graduates came up through the Clover School District together, moving from […]

Players from Fort Mill, Clover, Nation Ford, and Catawba Ridge picked up first and second team all state honors when the South Carolina High School Lacrosse Coaches Association released its 2026 selections. The association named all state teams in both Class 5A and Class 4A for boys and girls. Among local programs in York, Lancaster, […]

ROCK HILL, S.C. — A Clover man is in custody and facing a murder charge after a Saturday night shooting on Mount Gallant Road that left a Rock Hill teenager dead, according to the Rock Hill Police Department. Officers responded around 11 p.m. on May 16 to a reported shooting at a residence on the […]

COLUMBIA — The South Carolina High School League 5A Division I state track and field championships were held Thursday night at Spring Valley High School in Columbia, with Blythewood and Wando capturing the girls and boys team titles, respectively. Among the area schools, Clover’s distance runners and Rock Hill’s throwing specialists turned in some of […]

Town of Clover Town Council, Regular Meeting — Monday, May 11, 2026, Clover Community Center The Clover Town Council opened its May 11 regular meeting with the swearing-in of newly elected Council Member Greg Holmes, who will serve through December 31, 2029. From there, the council moved through a full agenda that included second reading […]

Athletes from Clover and Rock Hill collected a combined 17 top three finishes Friday at the SCHSL 5A Division 1 Upper State track and field meet, hosted by Dorman High School in Roebuck. The top three finishers in each event qualified automatically for next Thursday’s SCHSL 5A Division 1 state championship at Spring Valley High […]

Three York County high schools will be represented when the SCHSL boys and girls lacrosse state playoffs open this week, with Fort Mill landing No. 1 seeds in both Class 5A Division 2 brackets. Fort Mill, Clover and Nation Ford all qualified for postseason play, with state championships scheduled to be held at Irmo on […]

Tega Cay’s Gold Hill Middle School and Clover’s Oakridge Elementary School are among thirteen South Carolina schools named finalists for the 2026 Palmetto’s Finalist Awards. The South Carolina Association of School Administrators presents the awards each year to schools offering the best in innovative and effective educational programs. The two York County campuses are the […]

Several runners from York and Lancaster County schools turned in strong performances last weekend at the ASICS Carolina Distance Carnival, one of the Southeast’s premier distance track meets drawing hundreds of athletes from across the region. The meet featured finals in the boys and girls 800 meters, mile, and 3200 meters, with competition so deep […]

The Town of Clover Town Council convened its regular meeting Monday, April 13, 2026, at the Clover Community Center on Bethel Street. The session covered a broad range of municipal business including the presentation of the fiscal year 2025 audit results, a mid-year budget amendment, three new appointments to the Economic Development Board, approval of […]

CLOVER, S.C., April 8, 2026 /PRNewswire/ — CenterGate Capital (“CenterGate”), an Austin, Texas-based private equity investment firm, announced today that its affiliate has made an investment in Spartaco Tool Group (“Spartaco” or the “Company”), a leading global provider of high-quality, professional-grade tools designed and built to meet the rigorous demands of professional users. Headquartered in Clover, SC, […]

A Clover man is facing multiple criminal charges, including hate intimidation, after Myrtle Beach police say he fired shots outside an LGBTQ nightclub on April 1. The Incident Officers responded just before 11 a.m. to the 2700 block of South Kings Highway after reports of a weapon discharge outside Pulse Ultra Club, an LGBTQ nightclub […]

Three York County communities earn top marks in new national ranking highlighting the best places for senior living in the Palmetto State York County has reason to celebrate. Three of its communities, Tega Cay, Fort Mill, and Clover have been recognized among the safest towns in South Carolina for retirees, according to a newly published […]

CLOVER, SC — The atmosphere at Clover High School was electric on March 18, 2026, as local rivals Fort Mill and Clover squared off against Kings Mountain in a mid-season tri-meet. Despite the brisk evening air, the competition was white-hot, with several athletes turning in performances that moved them into the upper echelon of the […]

Morehead State University sophomore Seamus Bogan has been on an absolute tear this spring. Hailing from Clover, South Carolina, the talented golfer was recently named the Ohio Valley Conference (OVC) Male Golfer of the Week for the week of March 12, 2026. The honor comes on the heels of a historic, breakout performance where Bogan […]

CHARLOTTE, N.C. — Two students from Clover are bound for Washington, D.C., after dominating the South Carolina portion of the Carolina Panthers Regional Spelling Bee held this weekend at Bank of America Stadium. In an impressive showing for the Clover School District, classmates Manha Shaik and Salonee Biraber from Oakridge Middle School captured the top […]

Residents looking for an authentic look at local law enforcement can now apply for the 2026 Clover Police Department Citizens Academy. The program, which runs from April 13th through June 1st, is designed to bridge the gap between public perception and the daily realities of police work. Departing from the dramatized portrayals often seen on […]

Students across several area school districts will see more locally grown foods on their plates this year thanks to a new state program called Certified SC Cafeteria. Area districts participating include Fort Mill, York, Clover, and Lancaster, which are joining schools across South Carolina in an effort to increase the amount of in-state food served […]

Pictured: Fort Mill High School  It was a historic night for York County athletics as both Fort Mill and Clover High Schools secured state wrestling championships on Wednesday. While Fort Mill continued its long-standing dynasty in Class 5A Division II, the Clover Blue Eagles soared to the top of Class 5A Division I, marking a […]

The Clover Town Council met in a productive regular session on Monday, February 10, 2025, to address several fiscal and infrastructure priorities. Key actions included the unanimous approval of the first reading of Ordinance 25-01, which amends the current fiscal year budget to account for missing salaries and state grant carryovers, and the authorization of […]

CLOVER, S.C. — The Clover High School Trumpet Ensemble has achieved a prestigious distinction, earning a spot in the 2026 National Trumpet Competition Semi-Finals. The ensemble’s selection places them in an elite tier of high school musicians. According to the announcement, the group is one of only ten ensembles in the entire nation to rank […]

CHICAGO — In its 41st year of honoring the nation’s premier high school athletes, Gatorade has officially announced Ella Nighbor of Clover High School as the 2025-26 Gatorade South Carolina Girls Cross Country Player of the Year. The award, which recognizes outstanding athletic excellence, high standards of academic achievement, and exemplary character, distinguishes Nighbor as […]

The Clover Town Council held its first regular meeting of 2026 on January 12, marking a significant transition for the town’s leadership. The meeting was highlighted by the swearing-in of newly elected Councilwoman Kathy Rae Brewer and the re-election of Teresa Hurst as Mayor Pro Tempore. Beyond leadership appointments, the Council took decisive action on […]

COLUMBIA, S.C. — A federal judge in the South Carolina District Court has issued a final judgment awarding $158,400 to artist Todd Atkinson after another artist destroyed and “rebranded” his iconic 1982 mural. The case, Atkinson v. Shepherd, involved the mural titled Water Tank, which was commissioned in June 1982 for a building located at […]

BATON ROUGE, LA (11/25/2025)– The following people recently were elected to membership into The Honor Society of Phi Kappa Phi, the nation’s oldest and most selective collegiate honor society for all academic disciplines. Kelly Stefanski of Fort Mill (29715) at Winthrop University Luma Becht of York (29745) at Winthrop University Maira Khan of Fort Mill […]

AIKEN, SC — The Clover High School girls’ cross country team delivered a dominating performance to capture the SCHSL AAAAA Division 1 State Championship. The Blue Eagles outpaced the competition, securing the team title with a low score of 87 points. The victory was powered by a spectacular individual championship performance from senior Ella Nighbor, […]

As reported by WBT, York County Council faced significant public pushback Monday night regarding a proposal to drastically reduce impact fees intended for the Clover School District. During its last meeting, the council approved a first reading to lower the proposed fee on new residential developments from $15,000 to $7,000. This decision drew a large […]

CLOVER, S.C. — A six-month multi-agency drug investigation has resulted in the arrest of 10 individuals and the seizure of large quantities of illegal drugs, firearms, and cash, the York County Sheriff’s Office (YCSO) announced Tuesday. The operation, coordinated by the York County Multi-Jurisdictional Drug Enforcement Unit (YCMDEU), targeted a suspected drug trafficking ring operating […]

The Clover School District (CSD) Board of Trustees is scheduled to vote on the adoption of a Student Reassignment Plan during its meeting on Monday, Sept. 22. The meeting will take place at 6 p.m. in the District Office Boardroom, located at 604 Bethel Street in Clover. The reassignment plan follows several months of community […]

CLOVER, S.C. – A devastating single-vehicle crash early Saturday morning claimed the life of one person on Lincoln Road near Clover. The South Carolina Highway Patrol (SCHP) confirmed the fatal incident, which occurred just after 1:00 a.m. According to preliminary reports from the SCHP, a Ford F-150 pickup truck was traveling southbound on Lincoln Road near […]

At the September 8, 2025 regular meeting of the Clover Town Council, key actions included final approval of the 2025 property tax levy through a second reading of Ordinance 25-05, the appointment of a new member to the Architectural Review Board (ARB), and comprehensive updates on capital projects, recreation, and town operations. Council also discussed […]

CLOVER, S.C. — Runners of all levels are invited to take part in the Mountaineer Rumble Running Festival on Saturday, September 27, 2025, at Kings Mountain State Park in Clover, South Carolina. The event offers 5K, 10K, and Half Marathon road races, all beginning at 9:00 a.m. The festival builds on the success of previous […]

By Coach Young, Clover Cross Country Rock Hill, S.C. – September 6, 2025 – The Clover Blue Eagles cross country teams delivered an unforgettable performance at the Trojan Invitational, hosted by Northwestern High School and directed by my dear friend, Coach Chris Ardis. Racing at Northwestern is always special, thanks to their incredible sportsmanship, kindness, […]

The Clover School District (CSD), one of the fastest-growing districts in South Carolina, has unveiled draft maps for new attendance lines that will reshape where students attend school beginning in 2026. The rezoning comes as the district prepares to open three new schools—Liberty Hill Elementary, Roosevelt Middle, and Lake Wylie High—to manage an influx of […]

By Coach Young, Clover High School Cross Country SPARTANBURG, SC – The Clover Blue Eagles launched the 2025 cross country season with a commanding performance at the Eye Opener Cross Country Invitational, held on the challenging Milliken XC course. Seniors Ella Nighbor and Ava Jagielski led the Blue Eagles, while the boys’ squad showed strength […]

The Clover Town Council held a regular meeting on August 11, 2025, where they addressed several key items. The meeting included the approval of previous meeting minutes, two second readings of ordinances, and a couple of new business items. Notably, the second reading of Ordinance 25-05, regarding the property tax levy, was tabled to a […]

YORK COUNTY, S.C. (August 14, 2025) — The York County Coroner’s Office has officially identified the man who lost his life in a multi-vehicle collision that occurred Tuesday evening. Victim NamedThe deceased has been identified as Torban Walker, 66, of Clover. According to the coroner, Walker tragically died at the scene of the crash. Details […]

The Clover School District Board of Trustees is beginning the Student Reassignment process for opening three new schools in August of 2026. The three new schools are Lake Wylie High School, Roosevelt Middle School and Liberty Hill Elementary. As a result, attendance line shifts will impact students across the district at all grade levels, except […]

YORK COUNTY, S.C. — The candidate filing period is now open for the 2025 municipal general elections across York County, with additional attention on a special election in the Town of Clover. Residents interested in running for office in participating municipalities can submit their candidacy paperwork through Friday, September 5, 2025, at 5:00 p.m. Municipal […]

Clover School District (CSD) will kick off the 2025-2026 school year with its annual Back-to-School Bash on Friday, August 1, from 5:30-7:30 p.m. at Clover Memorial Stadium, located at 300 Clinton Avenue. The event draws a crowd of nearly 1,000 students and their families each year. The Back-to-School Bash includes booths from various community organizations […]

At the July 14, 2025, Clover Town Council meeting, key actions included the first reading approvals of Ordinance 25-04 to raise water and sewer rates by 5% and Ordinance 25-05 to set the 2025 millage rate at 130.9 mills with no tax increase. Council approved a contractor change for the Armory equipment shed, awarded a […]

COLUMBIA, S.C. — The South Carolina House of Representatives has formally recognized one of the longest-running musical acts in American history: the Legendary Briarhoppers. State Rep. Tommy Pope presented a proclamation honoring the iconic bluegrass band for 91 years of continuous entertainment. Zach Lemhouse accepted the honor on behalf of the group during a special […]

On June 9, 2025, at 6:30 p.m., Clover Town Council convened at the Clover Community Center. The meeting opened with prayer and the Pledge of Allegiance, confirming Freedom of Information Act compliance. Key items included a public hearing on the FY?2025–2026 budget ordinance (25?03), final approval of two ordinances (25?02 ZLDO amendments and 25?03 budget), […]

An Inman woman was arrested days after a man was killed in a hit-and-run in Clover. Kailey Carpenter, 25, was arrested Friday morning, June 13. She was charged with leaving the scene of a collision involving death for her alleged involvement in a crash on June 8. According to troopers, 31-year-old Raheem Parker was hit […]

CLOVER, S.C. — German specialty additives supplier Münzing has officially inaugurated its expanded North American production headquarters in Clover, South Carolina, marking a significant investment in local manufacturing and sustainability. The new facility occupies 70,339 square feet on a 110-acre parcel adjacent to Münzing’s original plant. It features: A 32,000 square foot processing hall with […]

WRHI is a finalist for South Carolina Statewide Radio Station of The Year for a record extending 17th time in the last 20 years.  WRHI is pitted against WTCB out of Columbia as the two Station of the Year finalists. In addition, OTS Media Group is one of two finalists for 12 other Statewide Awards. […]

YORK COUNTY, S.C. — South Carolina Highway Patrol is asking for the public’s help in locating a driver involved in a deadly hit-and-run that occurred Sunday morning in western York County. According to a report by Queen City News, the crash took place at approximately 7:09 a.m. on SC Highway 55 East near Paraham Road. […]