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Friday, August 8th, 2025
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Good morning, Rock Hill. Here's your local news at a glance for Friday, the 8th of August.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Dr. Rose Jones Davis—a respected Winthrop University alumna known for her work in education and community service—died at age 85 on August 5th. Kistler-Hardee Funeral Home has provided details for memorial services as the community honors her legacy. Here Rock Hill
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ On August 7, police in Rock Hill began investigating after an adult male's body was found in the Catawba River near the Highway 9 bridge in Chester County—search teams responded quickly. Here Rock Hill
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ The Rock Hill School District fully staffed its bus drivers for the 2023 school year—ending pandemic shortages and expanding its fleet to 111 buses to ensure reliable student transport. The district also nearly filled teacher roles and introduced digital apps for real-time bus tracking so that families could plan smoother morning pickups. Here Rock Hill
SPORTS NEWS
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2nd Annual Reunion Weekend
3:30-7:00 p.m. — Manchester Meadows Park — Check for ticket info — Celebrate community in the heart of Rock Hill at this fun-filled reunion event.
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Open House in Seven Oaks
6-8 p.m. — 1607 Essex Hall Dr — Free entry — Explore this charming home in the desirable Seven Oaks community, featuring spacious interior and modern amenities.
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Zumba Class at Emmett Scott Center
6-7 p.m. — Emmett Scott Center — $6 — Get your groove on with a fun Zumba session led by instructor Tressa Waters.
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Hand, Knee & Foot Game Session
1-4 p.m. — Fewell Park Center — Free entry — Engage in a fun and social card game on Tuesday afternoons.
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Morning of Table Tennis
9-11 a.m. — Boyd Hill Recreation Center — Free entry — Enjoy a spirited morning of table tennis with the OWLS Club.
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Chair Yoga
10-11 a.m. — Northside Recreation Center — Donation to Instructor — Experience the calming benefits of yoga while seated for support and balance.
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Bocce at Boyd Hill Recreation Center
9 AM – 12 PM — Boyd Hill Recreation Center — Free participation — Enjoy a friendly game of bocce with the OWLS Club in the heart of Rock Hill.
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In-Person Free Robotics/Math Workshop for Kids
10:00 – 11:30 AM — Hampton Inn Rock Hill — Free entry — Discover the exciting world of robotics and math in a fun workshop designed for kids aged 7-14.
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Morning of Table Tennis
9-11 a.m. — Northside Recreation Center — Free entry — Engage in friendly table tennis matches with the OWLS Club.
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Hand, Knee & Foot Card Game
1-4 p.m. — Fewell Park Center — Free entry — Enjoy an afternoon of friendly card gaming at Fewell Park.
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