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Wednesday, March 19th, 2025
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Good morning, Rock Hill. Here's your local news at a glance for Wednesday, the 19th of March.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Bethel Shelters in Rock Hill reported a rise in shelter stays last year with day stays growing from 22,000 to 28,000 and night stays from 17,000 to 25,000 as more people needed help. Executive director Emily Sutton said high rent and lack of affordable housing drove the increase while the city council passed an ordinance to end indefinite hotel stays and the shelter joined local partners to support rapid rehousing programs. The Post and Courier
ACCIDENTS NEWS
- ➤ A massive fire severely damaged a business building in South End over the weekend — records show the property had unresolved fire code violations from June 2024. Queen City News
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ Rock Hill resident Chris’tavious Caldwell was sentenced to 15 years in prison for his role in a shootout on April 26, 2022 that took three teenagers’ lives—he earned credit for 1,013 days in custody—and he turned on a friend during the deadly incident. Here Rock Hill
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ A York County parent filed a lawsuit against York Preparatory Academy in Rock Hill alleging racial discrimination against his sixth-grade son during the 2022-23 school year. The complaint, filed on February 27, claims that school officials ignored repeated racial slurs & physical threats that left his son ill and changed his personality. WSOC-TV
- ➤ York Technical College will host Tech Fest 2025 on March 29 from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. at its Rock Hill campus (452 S Anderson Rd), where community members can enjoy free hands-on exhibits, live demonstrations, food trucks, and family activities to celebrate 60 years of innovation in education. Here Rock Hill
- ➤ South Carolina has released the top 10 public elementary schools for 2025 (based on test scores, teacher quality, and diversity) to help parents compare school options. The list was compiled by Niche (a research firm) and has sparked excitement among local families. Here Rock Hill
SPORTS NEWS
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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
Experience the live action as the Winthrop Eagles face the St. Johns Red Storm in an exciting college baseball matchup at Winthrop Ballpark.
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Once Below Joy Concert
Once Below Joy will perform at the Tom S. Gettys Art Center in Rock Hill, showcasing their musical talent in an evening concert.
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Living Heart Centered: Creating Sacred Me Time
This five-week course aims to help participants establish a sustainable self-care routine through personalized plans and accountability measures, ideal for busy individuals seeking time for themselves.
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Truck Driving Recruiting Event at SC Works Catawba
Schneider invites individuals at all experience levels to a casual truck driving recruiting event in Rock Hill, SC, where potential candidates can discuss job opportunities and receive application assistance.
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Winthrop Eagles vs. North Carolina A&T Aggies Baseball Game
Catch an exciting baseball game between the Winthrop Eagles and the North Carolina A&T Aggies at Winthrop Ballpark.
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Euchre Game at Fewell Park
1:30-4:30 p.m. — Fewell Park Center — Free entry — Engage in a fun afternoon of trick-taking card games with fellow enthusiasts.
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Blood Drive
9 AM – 2 PM | Rock Hill City Hall | Free entry | Donate blood and help save lives in the community.
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David Gibson Live at FARMacy
Experience an intimate night of music with multi-talented artist David 'Musiclover' Gibson, featuring soulful vocals and captivating guitar performances.
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Palmetto Charm Soiree - Sip and Savor Edition
The Palmetto Charm Soiree is a community-oriented evening event featuring elegance and charm, with proceeds benefitting local organizations.
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