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Friday, July 25th, 2025
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Good morning, Rock Hill. Here's your local news at a glance for Friday, the 25th of July.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Local food pantries in Rock Hill are struggling after federal budget cuts reduced SNAP benefits and froze $1 billion in funds, forcing HOPE Food Pantry to ration supplies as more residents seek help. A $10 million grant along with increased donations from local businesses is expected to ease demand. Here Rock Hill
BUSINESS NEWS
- ➤ Raising Cane’s announced plans to open its first Rock Hill restaurant at 520 John Ross Parkway on a site once used by Bob Evans. The 2,800-square-foot building — featuring a drive-thru — will open in late 2025 or early 2026 as the community awaits a building permit and construction progress. Here Rock Hill
- ➤ Raising Cane’s will open its first Rock Hill location at 520 John Ross Parkway by late 2025 or early 2026 — the former Bob Evans site will be demolished to build a drive-thru restaurant. Local hiring for management is underway as the project awaits a new building permit near Interstate 77. Here Rock Hill
- ➤ Raising Cane’s will open its first Rock Hill location at 520 John Ross Parkway by late 2025 or early 2026, replacing the former Bob Evans restaurant—key management recruitment is underway. The new restaurant will serve its signature chicken finger meals to local residents. Here Rock Hill
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ Rock Hill Schools will welcome over 90 new educators and fill 98% of its teaching positions as it prepares for the school year, with all bus routes covered for a smooth start on August 4. Superintendent Dr. Deborah Elder said the district offers a competitive $52,000 starting salary and has reorganized resources to manage a $15 million budget shortfall. Here Rock Hill
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ Winthrop University launched its first championship cornhole team under coach Dusty Thompson and all ten players qualified for the national collegiate championship; the school also offers cornhole scholarships that cut in-state tuition in half. The American Cornhole League World Championships will be held in Rock Hill from July 28 to August 3—drawing over 10,000 attendees and top players from the U.S. and Europe. Here Rock Hill
- ➤ Winthrop University’s Avery Jolley was named the 2024-25 Big South Co-Female Scholar Athlete of the Year, the first female athlete to earn the award — she kept a 4.00 GPA in her Business Administration major and helped her volleyball team reach the championship final. Here Rock Hill
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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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2025 ACL World Championships
8:30 a.m. – 6:00 p.m. — Rock Hill Sports & Event Center — Free for spectators — Experience a week of high-energy cornhole competition and family fun.
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Trivia Tuesday at Slow Play Brewing
7-9:30 p.m. — Slow Play Brewing — Free entry — Test your trivia skills with friends and compete for prizes at this lively taproom event.
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Bag Junkies' Tour Nights
7 PM to 12 AM — Hoppin' Rock Hill — $300 added to the pot — Compete in a double elimination bag toss tournament with raffles and an after party.
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Chair Yoga Session
10-11 a.m. — Northside Recreation Center — Free to participate — Enjoy a gentle form of yoga while seated for balance and relaxation.
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Soul II Sole Line Dance Class
7-9 p.m. — Emmett Scott Center — Free entry — Enjoy a vibrant line dancing class set to urban music led by master instructor Demond Carter.
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City on the Hill - Back to School Event
9 AM – 3 PM — Northwestern High School Gym — Free entry — Enjoy a community gathering to prepare for the school year.
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2025 ACL World Championships
All day — Rock Hill Sports & Event Center — Free for spectators — Experience a week-long celebration of thrilling cornhole competition.
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Chef for Seniors with Jeffery Stackhouse
3-4 p.m. — Rock Hill, SC — Affordable culinary experience — Create healthy and delicious meals tailored to your preferences.
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