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Founders FCU Announces Leadership Transition
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 […]
Wizardry Meets Science at Museum of York County’s Harry Potter Science Saturday
YORK COUNTY, S.C. — Magic and science will converge at the Museum of York County on Saturday, February 8, for an enchanting day of hands-on activities and spellbinding fun. Transforming […]
York County 4-H Launches Journalism Project for Aspiring Young Storytellers
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 […]
Rock Hill Schools to Cut District Jobs, and restructure staffing
Rock Hill Schools is making significant changes for the upcoming school year. Here’s a summary: Shifting staffing: Some personnel is being moved or re-directed from district offices to individual schools. […]
Northwestern High School Secures 2nd Place in Sports Illustrated’s Top 25 SC High School Football Rankings
ROCK HILL, SC — Northwestern High School’s football team capped a successful season with a second-place finish in the final 2024 Sports Illustrated Top 25 South Carolina High School Football […]
Rock Hill Man Sentenced to Over 14 Years in Federal Prison for Drug and Firearm Offenses
Freddie Antwon Thompson, 34, of Rock Hill, has been sentenced to more than 14 years in federal prison after pleading guilty to possession with intent to distribute marijuana and crack […]
York County’s First Speakeasy Set to Open in Downtown Rock Hill
ROCK HILL, S.C. — Tucked away inside a new street-front bodega, York County’s first-ever speakeasy has announced it will open on Friday, December 13. Located at 135 East Main Street in downtown Rock […]
ChristmasVille 2024 Brings Holiday Magic to Rock Hill, SC
ROCK HILL, SC – The magic of the holiday season will come alive once again as Rock Hill welcomes the return of ChristmasVille 2024 from December 5th to December 8th. […]
Rock Hill Community Theatre Opens Auditions for Season 50’s Production of The 39 Steps
The Rock Hill Community Theatre is celebrating its milestone 50th season with auditions for its production of The 39 Steps: Comedy Play. Local talent is invited to bring their energy […]
Attempted robbery in Rock Hill Wednesday, suspect in custody
An attempted robbery taking place in Rock Hill today. Police responded to the Wells Fargo on Celanese Road where officers were advised that a white male came into the bank […]
Multi-Vehicle Crash on I-77 in Fort Mill Causes Major Delays
FORT MILL, S.C. — A multi-vehicle collision, including several semi-trailers, disrupted traffic on northbound Interstate 77 near Sutton Road early Monday morning, causing significant delays for commuters heading toward south Charlotte. […]
Find Your Perfect Christmas Tree at Local Farms This Holiday Season
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 […]
D-SNAP Assistance Available for South Carolinians Affected by Hurricane Helene
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 […]
OneBlood’s Big Red Bus Returns to Rock Hill and Tega Cay for Blood Drive
York County, SC – The OneBlood Big Red Bus will be rolling into Rock Hill City Hall and the Tega Cay Fire Department Station 1 on Thursday, November 21, offering […]
Historic Brattonsville Hosts Annual Candlelit Christmas Tour
YORK COUNTY, S.C. — Historic Brattonsville will host their annual Candlelit Christmas Tour on December 14 and 15 from 3 p.m. to 9 p.m. This immersive experience offers a glimpse […]
Winthrop Eagles Set to Open Men’s Basketball Season Against Piedmont University
ROCK HILL, S.C. — The Winthrop Eagles will tip off their men’s basketball season tonight at home, taking on Piedmont University, a Division III team from Demorest, Georgia. The Eagles […]
York County Restaurant Inspection Highlights: October 2024
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” […]
York County Voters Show Strong Early Turnout for Upcoming Election
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 […]
York County Council Tackles Animal Overpopulation and Supports Small Business Growth at October 21st Meeting
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 […]
York County Voters to Decide on Pennies for Progress Extension in November 5th Election
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 […]
2025’s Best Colleges in South Carolina
With the first “early decision” college-application deadline looming on November 1, and tuition plus room and board at a four-year college costing $28,000 – $60,000 per year, the personal-finance website […]
SCDOT Announces I-77 Southbound Offramp Temporary Closure at SC-160 for Interchange Project
As part of the next phase of the South Carolina Department of Transportation’s (SCDOT) ongoing I-77 interchange project, contractors will be closing the I-77 Southbound offramp to SC-160 (exit 85). […]
Step Into the Magic: Harry Potter Yule Ball at Winthrop’s McBryde Hall
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 […]
AUDIO: Joel Hamilton discusses suit regarding crash that took the life of a baseball coach in Rock Hill back in August
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Man is identified by his wedding ring in video and will spend 19 years in prison for sexual assault
A Rock Hill man will spend 19 years in prison after police identified him by his wedding ring in a video of sexual assault. Pleading guilty this week in York […]
Schiller & Hamilton Law Firm files wrongful death suit on behalf of family of Jalen Roy Benjamin who lost his life following an accident this summer
Full statement below Schiller & Hamilton Law Firm in Rock Hill, South Carolina has filed a wrongful death lawsuit on behalf of the family of Jalen Roy Benjamin, […]
Silfab Solar to Host Maintenance & Technician Job Fair on October 10th in Fort Mill
FORT MILL, S.C. — Silfab Solar is hosting a Maintenance & Technician Job Fair on October 10, 2024, from 1 PM to 7 PM at their facility located at 7149 […]
York County Council Meeting Summary, October 7, 2024
The meeting took place at 6 PM at the York County Government Center. The session began with an invocation and the Pledge of Allegiance led by Council Member William Roddey. […]
Winthrop University to Host 26th Annual United States Disc Golf Championship
This weekend, October 10–13, Winthrop University in Rock Hill will host the prestigious United States Disc Golf Championship (USDGC) for the 26th consecutive year, bringing the world’s best disc golfers […]
York County Restaurant Inspections: September 2024 Highlights
York County restaurants generally performed well in September 2024, with the Department of Public Health inspecting 158 establishments. Of these, 146 restaurants received an “A” grade, a strong indicator of […]
2024’s Best & Worst Cities to Drive in – WalletHub Study
With Americans losing an average of $733 per year due to time spent in traffic, the personal-finance website WalletHub today released its report on 2024’s Best & Worst Cities to […]
York County School Districts Shine in 2025 Rankings
York County is home to several highly ranked school districts in South Carolina, with Fort Mill School District leading the way. According to the 2025 rankings by Niche.com, Fort Mill […]
Rock Hill-York County Airport Celebrates 65 Years with Open House Event
ROCK HILL, S.C. — The Rock Hill-York County Airport is marking its 65th anniversary with a special open house celebration this Saturday, October 5, from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. […]
ST-ARTS Program Celebrates Over 30 Years of Inspiring Young Artists at Winthrop University
For more than three decades, the ST-ARTS program has been fostering artistic growth among middle school students in the Carolinas. Since its inception in 1989, Winthrop University has hosted over […]
Duke Energy and county officials to test sirens around Catawba and McGuire nuclear stations
CHARLOTTE, N.C. – The outdoor warning sirens around the Catawba and McGuire nuclear stations will be tested between 11 a.m. and 1 p.m. on Wednesday, Oct. 9, 2024. Full-volume, three-minute […]
Motorcyclist Dies After Collision in Rock Hill
ROCK HILL, S.C. — A motorcyclist has died following a crash Monday evening, according to the Rock Hill Police Department. The fatal incident occurred shortly before 5:45 p.m. at the […]
2024’s Best Small Cities in America – WalletHub Study
With small cities often offering significantly lower costs of living than large cities, the personal-finance website WalletHub today released its report on 2024’s Best Small Cities in America, as well […]
Rock Hill Man Who Stopped Convenience Store Robbery Dies in Car Crash
ROCK HILL, S.C. — Dalton Wheeler, a 24-year-old Rock Hill man who gained local recognition last year for his bravery during a convenience store robbery, tragically died in a car […]
Trojans too much for Copperheads, remain undefeated
Fort Mill, SC — Region 3-5A play continued Friday night as the Catawba Ridge Copperheads played host to the Northwestern Trojans. Despite the Copperheads scoring on their opening drive, Northwestern […]
York County Economic Development Committee Highlights Small Business Support in September 25, 2024 Meeting
York County’s Economic Development Committee convened on September 25, 2024, to discuss a range of initiatives focused on supporting small businesses and developing strategic partnerships across the region. The meeting, […]
Rock Hill’s “Light the Night” Christmas Parade Returns December 6, Applications Open September 25
ROCK HILL, SC – Get ready for a dazzling display of lights, music, and holiday spirit at this year’s “Light the Night” Christmas Parade on Friday, December 6, 2024, at […]
Humane Society of York County Opens 15th Annual Christmas Store and Halloween BOOtique in Fort Mill
Fort Mill, SC – The Humane Society of York County is thrilled to announce the opening of their 15th Annual Christmas Store and Halloween BOOtique, which will take place on […]
Business Rock Hill: 09/25/24 Phase 2 & 3 of Miracle Park
This week on Business Rock Hill, Phase 2 & 3 for Miracle Park. http://s3.wasabisys.com/wrhi-web-audio/BRH09-25-24.mp3Podcast: Play in new window | Download | EmbedSubscribe: RSS
09/23/2024: Robert White, Ex. Director of NAMI Piedmont Tri-County, Upcoming NAMI Walks on Saturday, October 5 in Rock Hill & Lancaster
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A child in Rock Hill is dead after a shooting Friday; man in jail for unlawful neglect
A Rock Hill child has died after a shooting from Friday night on Barrow Court. Per the Rock Hill Police, just after 8pm Friday a child was taken to Piedmont […]
09/20/24: Rock Hill @ Clover
The Bearcats are on the road to Clover for this region match up. Gene Knight and Coach Carroll Hester call the play by play. http://s3.wasabisys.com/wrhi-web-audio/2024RHatCL.mp3Podcast: Play in new window | […]
Rock Hill City Council to Discuss Zoning and Police Recognition at September 23 Meeting
The Rock Hill City Council will meet on Monday, September 23, 2024, at 6 PM in the City Council Chambers, located at 155 Johnston Street, Rock Hill. The meeting will […]
23rd Annual Patchwork Tales Storytelling Festival Set for Saturday, September 21st in Rock Hill
The 23rd Annual Patchwork Tales Storytelling Festival is back, offering a captivating day of stories, music, and community fun. This beloved festival, which celebrates the art of storytelling, will take […]
Business Rock Hill: 09/18/24 Bolstering the Workforce
This week on Business Rock Hill, bolstering the workforce. http://s3.wasabisys.com/wrhi-web-audio/BRH09-18-24.mp3Podcast: Play in new window | Download | EmbedSubscribe: RSS