Saturday, January 17th, 2026
Good morning, Rock Hill. Here's your local news at a glance for Saturday, the 17th of January.
BUSINESS NEWS
- ➤ Belk launched its new Belk Market concept in December 2025 with the first two locations opening in Florida and Texas. The smaller store format offers a curated selection of national and private labels to create a modern, personalized shopping experience. Here Rock Hill
- ➤ After his car was hit in August 2025, a Rock Hill driver faced a gap between his body shop's repair estimate and his insurer's offer. With repairs delayed for months and his rental running out, he later bought a used car. WSOC-TV
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Rock Hill City Council postponed its vote on the Gettys Center sale today to allow for more community input, leaving the future of the historic arts hub uncertain with planned public forums to discuss its fate (201 E Main St.). Here Rock Hill
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ The South Pointe Stallions secured a decisive win against the York Cougars on Friday, Jan. 16 at South Pointe High School — energizing the local crowd and setting them up as playoff contenders. Here Rock Hill
- ➤ Today at 2:00 p.m., Winthrop University women’s basketball will host the Radford Highlanders at Winthrop Coliseum in Rock Hill. Both teams hold identical 10-9 records in the Big South and aim to regain momentum with key players like Amourie Porter and Joi Williams. Here Rock Hill
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Basketball Skills & Drills at Emmett Scott Recreation Center
6-8 p.m. — Emmett Scott Center — Free entry — Bring your kids aged 8-14 for fun basketball skills and drills.
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Pump Track Open Event
12-8 p.m. — Rock Hill BMX Supercross Track — Standard fees apply — Experience thrilling rides and practice sessions on the pump track.
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Basketball Skills & Drills for Kids
6-8 p.m. — Emmett Scott Center — Free entry — Bring your kids for basketball skills and drills designed for ages 8-14.
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Acrylic Painting Workshop Inspired by Oriental Techniques
10 AM – 12 PM — Fewell Park Center — Registration required — Explore the art of acrylic painting in this six-week course led by instructor Brad Sabelli.
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LIVE Music: Raymond Franklin
5:30-8:30 p.m. — CCB Bistro & Vine — No cover charge — Enjoy a lively evening of music with Raymond Franklin in a cozy bistro setting.
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Pump Track Open
11 AM - 2 PM — Rock Hill BMX Supercross Track — Registration required — Enjoy thrilling cycling on the pump track with safety waivers for minors.
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Basketball Skills & Drills for Kids
6-8 p.m. — Emmett Scott Center — Free entry — Bring your aspiring athletes for basketball training focused on skills development and fun.
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African Drumming and Percussion Workshop
11 a.m. – 12 p.m. — Emmett Scott Center — Free entry — Experience the vibrant rhythms of African drumming in an engaging workshop.
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Euchre Game Night
6:00 – 8:30 PM — CCB Bistro & Vine — $10 registration — Play or learn the card game Euchre in a friendly atmosphere.
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USA BMX Practice Session
7-8 p.m. — Rock Hill BMX Supercross Track — Membership required — Participate in practice sessions while honing your BMX racing skills.
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TODAY'S FOOD FOR THOUGHT
The chains of habit are too light to be felt until they are too heavy to be broken.
~ Benjamin Franklin
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