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Saturday, May 17th, 2025
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Good morning, Rock Hill. Here's your local news at a glance for Saturday, the 17th of May.
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ A man died and a woman was seriously injured in a shooting tied to a drug deal on November 6th around 12:45 p.m. in the 1200 block of Amelia Avenue in Rock Hill — police are investigating the case and seeking information on the suspect who fled the scene. Here Rock Hill
ECONOMY NEWS
- ➤ South Carolina has built stronger ties with Canada with $5 billion in investments and nearly $5 billion in exports as Canadian Ambassador Kirsten Hillman met with local officials. Local firms—154 Canadian-owned companies—are set to launch projects from Niagara Pharmaceuticals and Silfab Solar that will create more jobs, boost tourism, and extend defense cooperation. Here Rock Hill
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ Rock Hill Schools announced three final candidates for a new superintendent following former superintendent Tommy Schmolze’s resignation. Educators from North Carolina, Iowa, and Maryland met with community members on May 15, and the board will choose the new leader at a meeting on June 2. Here Rock Hill
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ Rock Hill's four-star defensive back Tamarion Watkins is set to choose from five colleges as he aims to lead Northwestern High School to back-to-back state championships. He will visit Alabama, Georgia, Texas A&M, and South Carolina on June 20—his decision follows a state championship season in which he was ranked fifth among players in the class of 2026. Here Rock Hill
- ➤ On May 16, 2025, Northwestern High School track coaches (Chris Ardis and Kenny Knopf) and student athlete Grace Harvey recapped the season and discussed recruiting plans for fall during a podcast. They detailed the team's recent performance and next steps for building the program. WRHI
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Scam Awareness and Prevention Workshop
11 a.m. — Khaled Law Firm — Free entry — Learn how to protect yourself from increasing scams with insights from local law enforcement.
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Board Meeting for York County Fishing With Veterans
1-2:30 p.m. — 524 Heckle Blvd, Rock Hill, SC — Free entry — Engage in community discussions supporting local veterans through fishing initiatives.
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Women's Night Out - Hydrate & Elevate
6-8:30 p.m. — Restore Hyper Wellness — Value of ticket may be redeemed as Restore credit — A rejuvenating evening of wellness, pampering, and local shopping for women.
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Thursday Night Thunder: Race 2
10:30 PM — 1307 Riverwalk Parkway — Free entry — Experience the thrill of local racing at Thursday Night Thunder: Race 2.
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Project Management Techniques Training
9 AM – 5 PM — Regus - Rock Hill - Fountain Park — Certification available — Master the latest project management techniques in this interactive workshop.
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Baby Goat Yoga Spring 2025
10-11:30 a.m. — The White Home — Ticket required — Enjoy yoga among friendly baby goats in a picturesque historic setting.
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Community Yoga in The Park
7-8 p.m. — Glencairn Garden — Free entry — Experience a relaxing outdoor yoga gathering under the trees and connect with the community.
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GAP Farm Food Safety & Audit Preparation
10 AM-2 PM — Carolina Brew Supply, Brewery & Winery — Free registration required — Learn essential farm food safety practices and prepare for GAP certification.
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USA BMX Practice Session
4-8 p.m. — Rock Hill BMX Supercross Track — Membership required — Get ready to ride with practice sessions at one of the best tracks in the area.
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Urban Invasive Plants: Identification & Control Workshop
2-5 p.m. — 100 Celriver Rd — Free entry — Learn to identify and manage common urban invasive plants in a hands-on workshop.
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