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Wednesday, July 16th, 2025
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Good morning, Rock Hill. Here's your local news at a glance for Wednesday, the 16th of July.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Animal rescue groups in South Carolina are facing a severe crisis as an increasing number of abandoned and abused cats have overwhelmed local shelters—Rock Hill’s Spooky Whiskers Feral Cat Rescue has spent nearly $20,000 treating injured animals like a kitten named Smokey found hurt near a highway. Community support is needed to help ease the financial strain and growing burden on rescue efforts. Here Rock Hill
BUSINESS NEWS
- ➤ Knowledge Perk Coffee Company from Rock Hill will open a new drive-thru in Little River this fall and a café in Columbia by July. The company will add licensed locations, including one in Spartanburg, as it shifts to franchising—staying true to its local roots. Here Rock Hill
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ Kevin Tolson, a 55-year-old former York County sheriff, was arrested on July 14 in Rock Hill after he left the scene of a crash on Airport Road when his vehicle struck a telephone pole and fence — he failed to report the incident and was released on a personal recognizance bond as the investigation continues. Here Rock Hill
- ➤ Former York County Sheriff Kevin Tolson was arrested on July 14 for a hit-and-run on Airport Road in Rock Hill—he fled the scene on July 13 when his vehicle struck a telephone pole and fence and was later released on bond. Here Rock Hill
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Joel Hamilton is now the chair of the Winthrop University Board of Trustees following a rule that makes the vice-chair step in when the chair is permanently absent. He said he will work with board members (including former vice-chair Kathy Hudson Bigham) to guide the university forward while a new vice-chair is selected at the October 29-30 meeting. WRHI
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ Tamarion Watkins, a four-star recruit and senior safety from Rock Hill, confirmed his commitment to Texas A&M University at a ceremony Monday at Northwestern High School in Rock Hill. His decision ended speculation about his choice among top schools and boosts Texas A&M’s 2026 recruiting class. Here Rock Hill
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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Bible and Brew
5:30-8 p.m. — Techno Café — Free entry — Enjoy a relaxing atmosphere with coffee and thoughtful conversations about faith and fellowship.
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Cars and Coffee Rock Hill
9-11 a.m. — Knowledge Perk Coffee Company — Free to attend — Connect with car enthusiasts over coffee and showcase diverse vehicles from classics to exotics.
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Open House
6-8 p.m. — 1658 Crestdale Rd — Free entry — Explore a beautifully maintained one-level home in the heart of Rock Hill with inviting features and spacious living.
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