Good morning, Rock Hill.

Rock Hill police linked two fatal shootings to random violence as a DoorDash driver was fatally shot on June 27 on Finley Road near downtown with suspect Zykemian Havar Williams and three others charged, and a 19-year-old man was shot outside Adams Grocery on July 7 with A’montae Kevion Markise White and a 16-year-old juvenile arrested—authorities continue investigating to determine the motives behind the attacks.

Rock Hill resident Quadir Sharyf Baxter was sentenced to 18 years in prison for the voluntary manslaughter of his friend Arthur McCoy Jr.—he shot McCoy during a heated neighborhood gathering on September 16th despite his self-defense claim.

John Lee challenged county staff’s approval of the Silfab Solar project after his request for a zoning interpretation in a Fort Mill industrial district was rejected; the York County Board of Zoning Appeals voted 3—2 on Thursday, stating that his questions did not meet legal criteria. The under-construction project remains controversial among neighbors who worry about chemical use and wastewater issues.

Rock Hill City Council voted to raise recreation fees for non-residents to recover lost revenue after York County ended its recreation tax.

The fee increases — scheduled to begin with the registration period on July 15 — will affect youth sports, adult leagues and memberships.

Kentucky's basketball coaching staff is scouting talent at the Palmetto Road Championship in Rock Hill where prospects from the 2026 and 2027 classes are showing their skills—Anthony Thompson scored 35 points on Thursday to boost his profile.

The Wildcats are evaluating these athletes to guide their future commitments.

The July basketball evaluation is underway in Rock Hill as Purdue recruit Luke Ertel returned from an ankle injury to lead his team at the adidas event while scoring solid points and assisting in rebounds; college programs are also watching Class of 2026 prospects Jacob Webber and Colben Landrew as Purdue scouts build relationships with emerging talents—strengthening their future roster plans.

Morning of Table Tennis

9-11 a.m. — Boyd Hill Recreation Center — Free entry — Engage in friendly competition and enjoy a morning of table tennis.

30/30 Workout at Emmett Scott

6-7 p.m. — Emmett Scott Center — $6 per class — Get fit with 30 minutes of cardio followed by 30 minutes of weight training.

Mexican Train Dominoes Tournament

9:30 a.m. – 12:00 p.m. — Northside Recreation Center — Free entry — Grab your dominoes and enjoy strategic gameplay with fellow enthusiasts at this engaging event.

Rummikub at Northside Recreation Center

9:30 a.m. – 12:00 p.m. — Northside Recreation Center — Free entry — Engage in a captivating tile-based game combining strategy, arithmetic, and luck.

Soul II Sole Line Dance Club

7-9 p.m. — Emmett Scott Center — Free entry — Experience Detroit Style ballroom dancing to the rhythm of urban music with master instructor Demond Carter.

TroCats Sneaker Ball

7 p.m. - 11:59 p.m. — The Mill Room — No Refunds — Dress to impress for a stylish night of fun at the Sneaker Ball.

The Braid Bar Workshop

8 a.m.–2 p.m. — Northside Recreation Center — Price info unavailable — Master the art of hair braiding with hands-on guidance from professional stylists.

Women At The Well Bible Study

3-5 p.m. — 1224 Shenandoah Cir — Free entry — A nurturing gathering for women focused on spiritual renewal and collective empowerment.

Pottery Class at Northside Recreation Center

6-8 p.m. — Northside Recreation Center — Cost information pending — Explore your creative side with pottery classes that promise fun and skill-building.

Mexican Train Dominoes Event

9:30 a.m. – 12:00 p.m. — Northside Recreation Center — Free entry — Challenge your friends to a game of Mexican Train Dominoes for strategic fun and engaging gameplay.