Good morning, Rock Hill.

Martha Patricia 'Patty' Hovis passed away peacefully on August 19 in Rock Hill.

A Celebration of Life service is scheduled for August 25 at St. John's United Methodist Church — honoring her legacy as a devoted community member and family matriarch.

Winthrop held a ribbon-cutting ceremony today at The Thread in Rock Hill to open the new J.Robert Bazemore Design center—marking a milestone for local creative development.

Two developments in Rock Hill have been internationally recognized after winning 2025 Excellence in Economic Development Awards from the International Economic Development Council.

The Thread transformed a former textile mill into a community hub and earned a Silver Award while University Center received a Gold Award — the awards will be presented Sept. 14-17 in Detroit.

Rock Hill Schools has launched a new Middle College program with York Technical College that lets high school students earn a diploma and an Associate of Arts degree.

Twenty dual-enrollment students began on August 20 and the program is funded by South Carolina’s Lottery Assistance Program—making college education accessible for families.

Students in Rock Hill Schools are learning in a new Dual Language Immersion Program that teaches core subjects in Spanish or French from kindergarten — the program will expand into high school with honors and dual-credit courses to help build bilingual skills.

Fort Mill School District—known for strong programs—now lets nearly 70% of the Class of 2025 earn college credits through AP, Dual Credit, and PLTW courses.

District leaders plan to add new courses and hire more teachers so students may soon graduate with an associate degree.

Rock Hill trial attorney Ashley White Creech was elected president of the South Carolina Association for Justice for the 2025-26 term today and she will work to defend victims' rights—especially as special interest groups push to weaken legal protections.

Leon Boulware, a former Rock Hill High School alumnus and athletic director, was appointed as the new head football coach to help rebuild trust after a recent controversy caused the previous coach to depart—he plans to work closely with players and parents as the new season approaches.

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.

Hand, Knee & Foot Game at Fewell Park

1-4 p.m. — Fewell Park Center — Free entry — Enjoy an afternoon of fun with this classic card game gathering.

Euchre Card Game Gatherings

1:30-4:30 p.m. — Fewell Park Center — Free entry — Enjoy an afternoon of trick-taking strategy in a friendly game of Euchre at the park.