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Saturday, May 31st, 2025
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Good morning, Rock Hill. Here's your local news at a glance for Saturday, the 31st of May.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ A York County woman won $200,000 on a $5 scratch-off ticket bought at Energy Fuel gas station on India Hook Road in Rock Hill — her rare win came with odds of about 1 in 870,000. The gas station received a $2,000 commission from the sale — highlighting how local retailers benefit from lottery games. Here Rock Hill
ACCIDENTS NEWS
- ➤ On Friday evening, a brief tornado hit Rock Hill and damaged a barn, playset, and trees near Percival Road—residents were advised to seek shelter as radar confirmed the storm and emergency crews began assessing the damage. Here Rock Hill
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ Former Rock Hill High School football star Thomas Anthony Perry was sentenced to 97 months in prison for his role in a fentanyl distribution conspiracy uncovered in a mobile home near Lake Wylie — his co-conspirator Javaris Latrey Johnson received 151 months in prison as part of a large drug bust that seized 60 pounds of fentanyl and 150,000 counterfeit pills. Here Rock Hill
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ Rock Hill Schools Board of Trustees approved Dr. Deborah Elder as the new superintendent by a vote of 7 to 0 on May 28—she will begin her role on July 1. WRHI
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ State lawmakers have earned $1,000 a month for years and will earn $2,500 if Governor Henry McMaster signs the 2026 budget, which takes effect on July 1—lawmakers will return to work under the new pay in January. The $14.5 billion budget also sets aside money for teacher pay raises, upgrades at technical schools and a lower top income tax rate. WRHI
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ South Carolina high school football recruitment is shifting as NIL deals add social media and brand value to Class of 2026 prospects. Stacker released a ranking list of top recruits from state schools — including a standout from Rock Hill—to show that college programs will soon focus on both athletic skill and marketability. Here Rock Hill
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Ag + Art Tour of York County Kickoff Dinner
5-8 p.m. — The Mercantile by Copper Dwelling & Design — $70 — Celebrate local agriculture with a Farm-to-Table Dinner highlighting York County's finest produce.
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Dominoes Gathering at Boyd Hill
1:30 – 3:30 p.m. — Boyd Hill Recreation Center — Free entry — Join fellow enthusiasts for a fun-filled afternoon of dominoes games.
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Brew & Chew with Vets
9:30-10:30 a.m. — Golden Corral Buffet & Grill — Free entry — Enjoy free coffee and donuts while engaging in good conversation with veterans from all branches.
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20% Off Donation Event for Make-A-Wish SC
10 a.m. - 12 p.m. — Craft Axe Throwing — Donate $5 or more — Get 20% off your next visit while supporting a great cause.
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Thursday Night Thunder: Race 4
9:30 p.m. — 1307 Riverwalk Parkway — Entry cost not specified — Experience the thrill of racing under the stars at Race 4 of Thursday Night Thunder.
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Modern Moxie Concert
8:00 PM to 11:30 PM — Tom S. Gettys Center — Cover $15 ($10 with Student ID) — Experience local indie rock with performances by STEV, Modern Moxie, and Aluminum 6.
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Baby Goat Yoga Season 9
10:00-11:30 a.m. — The White Home — Tickets required — Enjoy yoga with friendly baby goats in the beautiful historic gardens of Rock Hill.
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Rock Hill Alumnae Rodeo Day Party
3-5 p.m. — Emmett Scott Center — $15 (Ages 15-17), $30 (Ages 18+) — Experience line dancing, shop local vendors, and win prizes at this community celebration.
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2025 Baseball Camp for Rising 3rd - 5th Graders
9 a.m. – 12:30 p.m. — Westminster Catawba Christian School — Cost varies — Enhance your baseball skills with experienced coaches at this engaging youth camp.
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30/30 Workout Session
6-7 p.m. — Emmett Scott Center — $6 per class — Engage in a balanced mix of cardio and weight training to boost your fitness routine.
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