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Saturday, August 16th, 2025

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Good morning, Rock Hill. Here's your local news at a glance for Saturday, the 16th of August.

BUSINESS NEWS

  • Fifty-six South Carolina companies earned spots on the 2025 Inc. 5000 list, with R2P Innovations in Ladson growing nearly 20,000% as the top bulletproof door maker and White Leaf Provisions showing strong gains in organic snacks — evidence of a robust business climate. They met strict revenue rules by earning at least $100,000 in 2021 and $2 million in 2024.  Here Rock Hill
  • Honda South Carolina Manufacturing reached its 500,000th side-by-side vehicle—named the Pioneer 1000—at its Timmonsville facility that opened in 1998. The plant celebrated the milestone with a plant-wide event and will continue investing in innovations such as potential electrification of its lineup.  Here Rock Hill

CRIME NEWS

  • Rock Hill man Jarman Lamar White pleaded guilty to conspiracy to distribute fentanyl, cocaine, and methamphetamine and is set to face a maximum penalty of life in prison, a fine up to $20 million, and a 10-year term of supervision—he operated his girlfriend’s basement for pill presses linked to a drug operation led by Darryl Hemphill.  Queen City News

GOVERNMENT NEWS

  • At its August 11 meeting, Clover Town Council delayed the property tax vote, chose a new Mayor Pro Tempore, and approved a lease for vehicles and equipment—actions that will guide future decisions.  WRHI

EVENTS

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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.

    Mon, 8/18/25

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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.

    Tue, 8/19/25

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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.

    Wed, 8/20/25

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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.

    Thu, 8/21/25

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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.

    Fri, 8/22/25

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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.

    Sat, 8/23/25

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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.

    Mon, 8/25/25

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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.

    Tue, 8/26/25

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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.

    Wed, 8/27/25

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  • Winthrop Part-Time Job Fair

    10:30 a.m.-12:30 p.m. — DiGiorgio Campus Center — Employer fees apply — Network with local employers seeking part-time help in a casual setting.

    Thu, 8/28/25

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