Good morning, Rock Hill.

Authorities are investigating the death of 27-year-old Hailey Bartlett from Fort Mill—found after her vehicle hit a mailbox on March 30 and taken to Piedmont Medical Center, where she was pronounced dead—with pathology and toxicology tests pending.

Douglas McAlpine, a 37-year-old teacher and track coach at Rock Hill High School, was arrested on March 31 on five counts of second-degree sexual exploitation of a minor after digital files showing abuse were found—Rock Hill Schools placed him on administrative leave and confirmed no local students were involved.

Deputies from York, Chester, and SC Highway Patrol stopped 7 drivers (including one DUI arrest) (before 11 a.m. on Thursday) on Highway 72 amid a blitz to curb aggressive driving.

Officials from the Chester County Sheriff’s Office, York County Sheriff’s Office and South Carolina Highway Patrol stepped up stops on Highway 72 in April to fight dangerous driving after a 2023 crash killed a local mother’s daughter and unborn grandchild; they gave tickets to over a dozen drivers and arrested one man for drinking and driving on Thursday morning.

The Rock Hill City Council will vote on a zoning proposal on April 14 at 6 p.m. to change the 220-acre Panthers site from master plan-commercial to industry general.

City officials hope this change will attract new businesses, create jobs, and build on improvements like the new Exit 81 interchange on Interstate 77 that opened in 2024.

South Carolina senators will hold a hearing on April 21 to decide if they will remove State Treasurer Curtis Loftis after an investigation found a $1.8 billion accounting error—he is accused of not reporting major financial issues, and his future in office will be decided by a Senate vote.

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.

Come-See-Me Tailgate Party, Skydiving & Fireworks

3-10 p.m. — Winthrop Lake — Free entry for under 21 — Celebrate with family-friendly entertainment featuring skydiving and a spectacular fireworks finale.

Plant Swap

2 p.m. — Green Space Plant Company — Free entry — Exchange plants, seeds, and cuttings in a community-friendly atmosphere.

UX Bootcamp in Rock Hill, SC

Monday to Friday — York Technical College — $3,744 — Master UX design skills to create user-friendly apps and websites.