Good morning, Rock Hill.

A Rock Hill homeowner built a 13-foot fence to keep her mother safe but now faces $100-per-week fines as the HOA claims the structure exceeds the allowed 11-foot limit.

The homeowner, a former board member who obtained neighbor approval, is working with her lawyer and the HOA’s lawyer to reach a resolution—utility issues complicate the dispute.

TowneBank announced its acquisition of Dogwood State Bank for $476 million and said Dogwood’s CEO will stay on to aid the merger—helping the bank keep its 17 branches in the area.

The deal is pending regulatory approvals and is set to complete in early 2026—boosting TowneBank’s assets to nearly $22 billion.

At a Motel 6 in Fort Mill, a rideshare driver shot 23-year-old Kendale Williams in self-defense after Williams used a stun gun and tried to strangle him in the parking lot — York County deputies confirmed no charges will be filed.

Action 9 warned residents today about scam texts falsely claiming an unpaid traffic ticket and urging immediate enforcement—Attorney Jason Stoogenke said he received one of the messages and advised those in doubt to verify with the DMV—alerting locals to ignore these fraudulent alerts.

Charlie Ruffalo from Sub Station II, celebrating 50 years, joined Manning Kimmel for the Straight Talk podcast on August 19th—he discussed his career and experiences.

South Carolina had a record 2,464,262 people working in July with nearly 5,000 more jobs from June and unemployment rising slightly to 4.2% as more people joined the job market—York and Lancaster counties also saw steady gains.

Today at 8:30 a.m., Rock Hill Schools and York Technical College launched a new Middle College program in the L Building for 20 dual enrollment students to earn both a high school diploma and an associate degree.

The program offers free tuition and fees through the S.C. Lottery Assistance Program — a new pathway for students.

Rock Hill attorney Ashley White Creech was unanimously elected president of the South Carolina Association for Justice — a 1500-member group that fights for fairness in our legal system.

She will lead the association in efforts to protect victims' rights and counter corporate lobbying.

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.

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.

Mahj & Mingle

5-8:30 p.m. — 1204 Alexander Rd, Rock Hill, SC — Cost not specified — Enjoy a fun afternoon mastering the art of Mahjong while building community with like-minded women.

FriArts @ Winthrop Convocation

11 a.m. — Winthrop University — Free entry — Discover handmade sketchbooks at Convocation and join the campus scavenger hunt throughout the year.

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.

York County UCC Meeting

3:30-5:00 p.m. — RH Operations Center — Free entry — Collaborate on safe digging practices and local utility project updates.

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.

Mahjong Gathering at Fewell Park

1-4 p.m. — Fewell Park Center — Free entry — Engage in a friendly tile-based game of Mahjong every Friday afternoon.

Hoppin' Summer Market at Hoppin' RH

12-5 p.m. — Hoppin' Rock Hill — Free admission — Discover local artisans and enjoy craft brews in a vibrant summer atmosphere.

Zumba Classes at Emmett Scott Center

6-7 p.m. — Emmett Scott Center — Free entry — Get your groove on with dance fitness in a fun community atmosphere.