Good morning, Rock Hill.

A Lexington County mother said that when her son, riding a separate school bus on a field trip, texted that a bus had flipped on Interstate 77 in Chester County on Thursday—where a thirteen year old was fatally injured and 38 patients were being transported—she rushed to Winnsboro to find him safe.

Silfab Solar’s planned manufacturing facility in Fort Mill faces uncertainty as two proposed zoning bills could let local officials halt construction if permits are revoked—this may delay the nearly $150 million project amid community concerns over environmental and safety risks near schools. Future legal reviews and remedial steps could force the company to seek rezoning or variances if the project is ruled noncompliant.

On April 17th, deputies from the York County Sheriff’s Office responded to a call on Dayton Rd after a five-year-old girl with Down syndrome wandered away and used new Project Lifesaver receivers to find her safe in a car two streets over within 7 minutes — a quick rescue that shows the program’s value.

Learning from Lived Foster Care Experiences

6:00 – 7:30 PM — DiGiorgio Campus Center — Free entry — Engage in a panel discussion focused on the valuable insights from individuals with lived experiences in foster care.

Euchre at Fewell Park

1:30-4:30 p.m. — Fewell Park Center — Free entry — Enjoy an afternoon of strategy and fun with a classic card game of Euchre.

Digital Renaissance: Disney Animation in the 1990s

11 PM - 1 AM — 143 N Confederate Ave, Rock Hill, SC — Free entry — Explore the impact of computers on Disney’s animation boom during the 1990s.

Movie Night at Purrfect Pair Cat Cafe: Studio Ghibli's The Cat Returns

6-8 p.m. — Purrfect Pair Cat Cafe — $25 — Enjoy a magical evening with Studio Ghibli's animation surrounded by adorable cats.

Spring Soiree Sip & Stroll

12-5 p.m. — Purrfect Pair Cat Cafe — Free entry — Sip on something sweet while shopping local and cuddling with kitties.

April Finishing Clinic for Field Players and Goalkeepers

3:30-5 p.m. — Carolina Futsal Development Center — Registration required — Hone finishing and shot-stopping skills in a competitive environment.

A.C. Flora Boys Varsity Soccer Match Against South Pointe

7-8:45 p.m. — South Pointe High School — Entry Fee Undisclosed — Witness an exciting home conference soccer match featuring A.C. Flora and South Pointe varsity teams.

April Wine Tasting Event

6-8 p.m. — CCB Bistro & Vine — Limited spaces — Explore 6 featured wines paired with delicious tapas crafted by Chef Shonali.

Teacher Appreciation Week

4-9 p.m. — Craft Axe Throwing — 20% off for teachers — Celebrate the impact of teachers with a fun throwing session and discounts for educators.

Classical Educators Information Meeting

6:30-8 p.m. — Ascent Classical Academy — Free entry — Learn about employment opportunities at a tuition-free charter school focused on classical education.