Lake Wylie

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 […]

YORK COUNTY, SC – York County Sheriff’s Office Detectives have made an arrest in the theft of money from the Field Day Park investigation, located at 1101 Field Day Lane in Clover. Detectives identified Park Superintendent Jason Cameron Ratterree as the sole suspect in this investigation.  After an exhaustive investigation and review of all collected […]

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 […]

The York County Sheriff’s Office is investigating an alleged theft of money from Field Day Park in Lake Wylie, the agency announced Thursday, and is asking the public for help identifying potential victims or witnesses. The investigation covers a period spanning more than five years, from October 2020 through March 2026. The park is located at 1101 […]

Tragedy struck Tuesday night when a bicyclist was killed in a collision on Hands Mill Highway, according to the South Carolina Highway Patrol and WCNC.  The victim, identified as 39-year-old Thomas Wayne Linder, was pronounced dead at the scene. The incident occurred just before 10 p.m. near Ross Brook Trace when a Jeep Cherokee struck […]

York County officials are hosting a community meeting this week to provide updates on two significant infrastructure projects aimed at easing traffic congestion and improving safety in the Lake Wylie area. The drop-in meeting will take place on Wednesday, March 11, from 5:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m. at Oakridge Middle School in Clover. The event […]

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 […]

Local authorities are investigating a Saturday morning shooting that left one person fighting for their life as reported by WSOC. Emergency crews from MEDIC responded to reports of gunfire on Point Lookout Road shortly after 10:20 a.m. Upon arrival, first responders located a victim suffering from at least one gunshot wound outside a residence near […]

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 […]

LAKE WYLIE, S.C. — The York County Sheriff’s Office is investigating the deaths of two individuals found in Lake Wylie on Sunday night in what authorities are describing as a possible murder-suicide. According to a report by WSOC-TV, deputies responded to a home in the 300 block of Blucher Circle just before 9 p.m. on […]

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, […]

LAKE WYLIE, S.C. – York County residents will have an opportunity next month to meet directly with representatives from QTS Data Centers, a company developing a large-scale data center campus in the area. QTS has announced a community meet-and-greet event to share information about their plans for a new site within the county and to […]

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 […]

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 […]

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 […]

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 […]

Steven Peeler, a familiar face on the sidelines of Clover High School, has been appointed as the new Athletic Director for Lake Wylie High School. Peeler brings a wealth of experience in education and athletics to his new role. Currently serving as an Assistant Principal at Clover High School, Peeler has also been a key […]

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 […]

Tega Cay, South Carolina, is currently the state’s undisputed leader in home price growth, according to the latest data from Redfin. In May 2025, home sales prices in Tega Cay surged by an impressive 40.1% year-over-year, significantly outpacing all other metropolitan areas in the state and highlighting its robust real estate market. This substantial increase […]

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. […]

The York County community is cordially invited to a special event, “Juneteenth: The Conversation Continues,” being held on Friday, June 20th at the Episcopal Church of the Good Shepherd in York starting @ 6pm. This free event is designed to go beyond the historical celebration of Juneteenth and foster deeper community building and understanding. The […]

The South Carolina Department of Social Services (SC DSS) has announced the return of the Senior Farmers’ Market Nutrition Program (SFMNP) for 2025, a USDA grant initiative designed to connect eligible seniors with fresh, nutritious, unprocessed fruits and vegetables from local farmers’ markets. The program aims to increase awareness and utilization of community markets across […]

CLOVER, S.C. — Clover High School held its annual Military Signing Day on Monday, recognizing members of the Class of 2025 who have committed to military service following graduation. The event celebrated students who will enlist in the armed forces, attend military academies, or join college ROTC programs. The ceremony began with a presentation of […]

CLOVER, SC – May 1, 2025 – The track at Clover High School was alive with the energy of competition yesterday as seven area high schools battled for top honors at the Region 3-AAAAA Track and Field Championships. Under sunny skies, athletes from Fort Mill, Clover, Nation Ford, Rock Hill, Northwestern, Catawba Ridge, and Indian […]

CLOVER — Fifteen student-athletes from Clover High School signed letters of intent Tuesday to continue their athletic and academic careers at colleges and universities across the country. The signing ceremony, held in the CHS gymnasium, brought together family, friends, coaches, and school administrators to celebrate the achievements of these seniors. This group joins 21 other […]

  The Clover School District has announced the 2025-2026 Teachers of the Year and Support Staff of the Year for each of its schools. Selected through a vote by their colleagues, the honorees represent excellence in education and school support services throughout the district. Each school within the district recognized one teacher and one support […]

A brand-new event at the York County Library is giving local teens the spotlight to share their creativity through poetry and music. The library’s first Teen Open Mic Night promises an evening of family-friendly spoken word and jazz, celebrating the voices of young performers. Hosted by Rock Hill Youth Poet Laureate Genesis Medley and award-winning author, […]

York County, SC – Residents living within a 10-mile radius of the Catawba Nuclear Station are advised that Duke Energy and York County emergency management officials will conduct a routine test of the outdoor warning sirens on Wednesday, April 9th, between 11 a.m. and 1 p.m. The test will involve activating the 89 sirens located around […]

In a contentious 2-1 vote on March 27, the York County Health & Environmental Protection (HEP) Committee recommended a significant shift in how parks and recreation are funded across the county. The committee endorsed Option #4—a proposal to eliminate the long-standing 1.5 mill recreation tax on unincorporated residents and replace it with a new countywide […]

LAKE WYLIE – Anglers Chad Sims of Lancaster, South Carolina, and Britt Myers Jr. of Lake Wylie, South Carolina, delivered outstanding performances at the recent MLF Phoenix Bass Fishing League (BFL) tournament held on Lake Wylie. Chad Sims emerged victorious, achieving a five-bass limit that weighed in at 18 pounds. This impressive feat earned him […]

The Clover School District (CSD) Board of Trustees will hold a ground breaking ceremony for Liberty Hill Elementary School on Thursday, March 20, at 10 a.m. Liberty Hill Elementary will be Clover School District’s eighth elementary school and will be co-located on the property where Lake Wylie High School is already under construction. Funding for […]

Members of the Clover High School Marching Band have been invited to appear in the 137th Rose Bowl Parade® hosted by the Pasadena Tournament of Roses Association® on January 1, 2026. Tournament of Roses Association® President Mark Leavens and Mrs. Kay Leavens will be visiting the Clover community March 11-13 to participate in a series […]

A motorcyclist was killed in a crash on South Carolina Highway 557 on Friday night, according to the South Carolina Highway Patrol. The accident occurred around 6 p.m. on Feb. 14 near Harvard Green Drive. Authorities reported that a 2013 Dodge pickup truck and a 2024 Honda motorcycle were both traveling north when the truck […]

Young dinosaur enthusiasts have a unique opportunity to step into the shoes of paleontologists at an engaging educational program hosted by the Lake Wylie Library. The event, set to take place in the library’s meeting room on Saturday, February 8, 2025, from 11:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m., promises hands-on fun and learning for children aged […]

After more than 20 distinguished years as President and CEO of Founders Federal Credit Union, Bruce Brumfield has announced his upcoming retirement effective December 31, 2025. This announcement comes after a multi-year leadership transition plan initiated by Brumfield and the Board of Directors to ensure the future success of the credit union. Brumfield joined Founders […]

York County, SC — Budding journalists and photographers in York County have an exciting opportunity to hone their skills with the York County 4-H Journalism Project. Open to youth aged 12 to 18, this initiative offers a chance to explore reporting, photography, and writing while capturing the world of 4-H events. What Participants Will Do: […]

Bailey Jackson, the Athletic Director at Clover High School, has achieved the prestigious Certified Master Athletic Administrator (CMAA) designation from the National Interscholastic Athletic Administrators Association (NIAA). This honor represents the highest level of certification awarded by the national organization. The CMAA designation signifies advanced expertise in a range of areas critical to athletic administration, […]

At the December 16th York County Council meeting, District Two Councilwoman Allison Love was honored for her dedicated service to the community as she completed her second term on the council. Serving from 2017 through 2024, Love played a key role in shaping policies and initiatives that benefitted both her district and residents across York […]

As Clover School District (CSD) students return from Winter Break, a new cell phone policy will take effect, significantly restricting the use of electronic devices during school hours. Adopted by the CSD Board of Trustees on November 25, the policy aligns with Proviso 1.103 from the South Carolina General Assembly and regulations from the South […]

As the holiday season approaches, families across our region are preparing to deck their halls—and what better way to start than by choosing the perfect Christmas tree from a local farm? Several area farms are offering fresh-cut and choose-and-cut Christmas trees along with festive extras to make the experience special. Here are a few great […]

Hundreds of thousands of South Carolina residents impacted by Hurricane Helene may soon receive financial relief for groceries through the Disaster Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (D-SNAP). The program is designed to aid lower-to-moderate income residents in 28 counties who experienced income loss or property damage due to the hurricane. Eligible residents in York County can […]

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York County’s latest restaurant inspections reveal a mix of high ratings, with most establishments performing well in the month of October. Out of all inspections, 137 restaurants received an “A” rating, demonstrating strong adherence to health and safety standards. However, 10 establishments received a “B” rating, indicating some areas for improvement, and 4 establishments received […]

As the November election approaches, early voting numbers in York County reflect high community engagement. Out of a total of 196,168 registered voters in the county, 43,576 have cast their ballots in person during the first week of early voting, accounting for 22.21% of the county’s electorate. With early voting continuing through November 2nd, these […]

The meeting began with an invocation and Pledge of Allegiance, followed by a brief welcome from the Council Chair. There were no oath of offices or appearances. The public forum segment was the first item, with three citizens—Karen Brown, Katherine Rodriguez, and Jessica Miller—speaking about the overpopulation of stray animals in York County. They highlighted […]

York County voters will once again decide the future of the Pennies for Progress initiative on November 5th. The one-cent sales tax, which has been in place since 1997, has played a critical role in funding road improvements throughout the county. If approved, it will mark the fifth time voters have extended the tax, which […]

Prepare to be whisked away to a world of enchantment and wonder as Winthrop University serves as the backdrop to the Harry Potter Yule Ball on December 7, 2024, from 6:00 PM to 9:00 PM in McBryde Hall. The event promises to be an unforgettable evening filled with magic, dancing, and the timeless spirit of […]