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Friday, March 14th, 2025
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Good morning, Rock Hill. Here's your local news at a glance for Friday, the 14th of March.
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ York Police are seeking help in finding 15-year-old Katie-Jo Rose Wilson who was last seen leaving York Comprehensive High School on Monday at 1:57 p.m.—she is described as 5 feet 3 inches tall with long black hair and brown eyes, wearing a brown toboggan, blue jeans, a black sweater, and brown moccasins, and anyone with information should call 803—684—4141. Here Rock Hill
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ Rock Hill’s Tom S. Gettys Building, an important art venue, is set for sale as the Arts Council’s lease ends on August 31—local artists have rallied under 'Keep Rock Hill Creative' and are exploring new studio options to continue their work. Here Rock Hill
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ Rock Hill Schools reported over 7,000 discipline incidents this year—up from 5,000 last year—and school officials are set to enforce a stricter cellphone ban to reduce classroom distractions. Here Rock Hill
- ➤ Winthrop University in Rock Hill has launched a new scholarship program for first-generation college students to help cover tuition, fees, and textbook costs. Eligible students must show financial need and maintain a minimum GPA — local groups and businesses back the effort. Here Rock Hill
- ➤ Education officials announced over 1300 job cuts that have raised concern for local schools and the future of HBCUs—prompting Clinton College to urge early FAFSA submissions and manage leadership changes amid a 27% increase in fall enrollment. Authorities and college leaders are preparing for tougher times as these cuts reshape the educational landscape in our community. Here Rock Hill
ENVIRONMENT NEWS
- ➤ A total lunar eclipse called a Blood Moon will be visible tonight in York County as the Earth casts its shadow on the Moon—making it appear reddish-orange. The event begins at 11:57 p.m. EDT and reaches peak totality at 2:26 a.m. EDT with clear skies expected for viewing. WRHI
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Rock Hill is cutting several bus routes because of maintenance issues with Proterra—city officials are adding paratransit vehicles and considering Saturday service cuts while seeking public feedback until April 2, 2025. Here Rock Hill
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ York County started South Carolina’s first all girls flag football league in partnership with the Carolina Panthers and local middle schools. The program began Thursday at Dutchman Creek Middle School with 14 teams of 15 players—each team will play two games a week for seven weeks while Panthers Charities gave $45,000 for uniforms and equipment and organizers plan to expand the league to local high schools. WCCB Charlotte
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Once Upon a Lap: Storytime for Babies and Toddlers
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30-Minute Cardio and Weight Training Session at Emmett Scott
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Euchre Card Game at Fewell Park
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Rummikub Game at Northside Recreation Center
Experience an engaging session of Rummikub, a tile-based game that blends strategy and chance, at the Northside Recreation Center.
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Winthrop Eagles vs. St. Johns Red Storm Baseball Game
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Once Below Joy Concert
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