Good morning, Rock Hill.

Today, law enforcement took Castle Heights Middle School teacher Doug MacAlpine (the track coach at Rock Hill High) into custody and placed him on administrative leave; the school district confirmed no students were involved and said authorities are investigating the matter.

WPDE reported that South Carolina is growing as 161,000 people moved in between 2019 and 2023.

Economic development officials say many new residents settled on the coast with 34,000 landing in Horry and Charleston counties+ nearly 12,000 in York County.

A bill in the state house seeks to make free breakfast and lunch permanent for low-income students and will allow entire districts to participate if over 40% of students qualify for the National School Lunch Program—funded by the U.S. Department of Agriculture.

Rock Hill residents are on high alert as severe weather looms—memories of last year's damaging hailstorm on April 20, 2024 still remain—and local schools have announced eLearning days to help keep students safe.

Officials urge everyone to prepare for strong winds and hail as the storm system develops.

Rock Hill city leaders plan to rezone the 245 acre site of the failed Panthers headquarters to create unified zoning that will attract a new headquarters or manufacturing facility.

The planning commission will review the proposal today at 6 p.m.—officials move forward after the recent lawsuit ended.

York County Health and Environmental Protection Committee voted 2 to 1 on March 27 on a plan that would remove the long-set recreation tax for unincorporated residents and impose a new countywide 1.5 mill parks tax on all residents—if approved, some city residents may face higher fees and a reduction in youth sports programs.

The South Carolina Department of Public Health confirmed a skunk near Gateview Court and Lamp Post Lane in Rock Hill tested positive for rabies on March 28.

No people were exposed but one dog was exposed and will be quarantined under the state Rabies Control Act.

Baseball Match: Winthrop vs. Citadel

10 PM – 1 AM | 900914 Eden Terrace, Rock Hill, SC | Ticket purchase required | Enjoy an exciting baseball showdown between local teams.

New Rider BMX Orientation

6-7 p.m. — Rock Hill BMX Supercross Track — Free entry — Discover the excitement of BMX riding with a hands-on orientation for new riders.

Headspace Exhibit Reception

5-7 p.m. — Courtroom Gallery, Gettys Art Center — Free entry — Experience emotional explorations of suburbia and communal perception through the works of Brittany Freeman and William Gold.

Roots Roundtable

10:00 – 11:30 AM — York County Library — Free entry — Connect with fellow genealogy enthusiasts for education and support in your family research.

Come-See-Me Sundaes with Glen & Mother Goose

2-5 p.m. — Glencairn Garden — Ice cream $3 — Enjoy a delightful afternoon of ice cream while listening to stories from Mother Goose and taking photos with local mascots.

Art Workshop: Alcohol Ink Painting on Tiles

2-3:30 p.m. — Fewell Park Center — Registration required — Explore the vibrant world of alcohol ink painting in this engaging family-friendly workshop.

Come See Me Festival

6:00 PM to 7:30 PM — Glencairn Garden — Free admission — Enjoy live local music amidst blooming spring flowers and great food options.

Michael Pond's Unique Construction to Perm Loans Seminar

10:30-11:30 a.m. — Mado Bakery and Cafe — Free entry — Discover how Michael Pond’s loans can help homebuyers build their dream homes with unique financing options.

Chair Yoga

10-11 a.m. — Northside Recreation Center — Cost info not provided — Discover the gentle practice of chair yoga tailored for relaxation and balance.

Come See Me BBQ Cook Off

April 11-12 — Winthrop Lake — TBA — Celebrate the flavors of South Carolina BBQ at this delicious cook off during the Come-See-Me Festival.