Friday, August 15th, 2025

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Good morning, Rock Hill. Here's your local news at a glance for Friday, the 15th of August.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Rock Hill mourned Pastor Harold Barton Smith who died on August 9 at age 56; he was known for his deep faith and care for the community—his memorial service on August 13 at 4:00 p.m. at Whitesell Funeral Home honored his life and legacy. Here Rock Hill
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ In Fort Mill, a 33-year-old FedEx driver, Marvin Naquan Mann, Jr., was charged with theft for allegedly stealing South Carolina Education Lottery scratch-off tickets on June 27—he tried to redeem them at a local Circle K store—and he was arrested on August 7 and released on bond. Here Rock Hill
- ➤ Walter Duncan, who is 59, was arrested and charged with DUI resulting in death—possession of marijuana and driving while suspended—and is in jail on no bond after causing a deadly four-car crash near Clover on Tuesday on Highway 557. WRHI
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ Classroom Central opened its doors yesterday to local teachers to provide free classroom supplies for the new school year—helping them replace essential items they often run out of. The nonprofit supports educators with its free store on Wilkinson Boulevard, ensuring classrooms have what they need without extra cost. WCCB Charlotte
- ➤ Rock Hill School District added 41 new buses to boost its fleet to 111 for the 2025-2026 school year; the buses will cover 719 daily routes to improve student transport. Families can check bus info using the MyRide app + Parent Portal, and improved pay + recruitment efforts have fully staffed the district’s services. Here Rock Hill
- ➤ Rock Hill Schools and Winthrop University launched a new Business & Leadership Dual Enrollment Program on August 12 that lets high school juniors earn up to 36 college credits while taking courses in writing, economics, and accounting. Students attended classes at both Winthrop University in the morning & their high schools in the afternoon, and 28 students enrolled as the first cohort. Here Rock Hill
REAL ESTATE NEWS
- ➤ Today, Landmark Property Management sold the historic Courtyard at Highland Park — a renovated 116-unit senior living community at 923 Standard Street with modern amenities — to Eastside Equities LLC for $6.3 million. Here Rock Hill
SPORTS NEWS
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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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York County Data Walk
9:30 a.m. – 12:00 p.m. — Pathways Community Center — Free entry — Engage in an interactive data walk to influence community health improvement topics for the next four years.
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Balance Bike Practice
4-6 p.m. — Rock Hill BMX Supercross Track — Entry information not specified — Focused practice session exclusively for balance bikes on the BMX track's selected sections.
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Mahjong Game at Fewell Park
1-4 p.m. — Fewell Park Center — Free entry — Engage in a fun, tile-based game of Mahjong in a community setting.
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GS Summer Cup 2025
30 minute rounds — Grand Slam Cards Rock Hill — Entry fee required — Compete in a thrilling card tournament this summer.
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FriArts @ Winthrop Convocation
11 a.m. — Winthrop University — Free entry — Discover handmade sketchbooks at Convocation and join the campus scavenger hunt throughout the year.
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Soul Line Dancing at Northside Recreation Center
6-8 p.m. — Northside Recreation Center — Donation to instructor — Celebrate movement and music at a vibrant soul line dance party.
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Euchre Meet-Up at Fewell Park
1:30-4:30 p.m. — Fewell Park Center — Free entry — Enjoy a friendly game of Euchre with fellow card enthusiasts.
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