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Saturday, August 30th, 2025
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Good morning, Rock Hill. Here's your local news at a glance for Saturday, the 30th of August.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Sharon Floyd from Better Bound Bookstore joined Ashley Lang on the Straight Talk podcast on August 29 to discuss how the bookstore empowers at-risk youth. WRHI
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ Rock Hill police said K-9 Apollo was stabbed on August 28 in the 900 block of Martin Avenue while subduing suspect Travonte Tate, who chased a woman with a knife, and Tate has been charged with attempted murder, weapon possession during a violent crime, and other offenses—Apollo is stable and receiving emergency treatment. Here Rock Hill
- ➤ Rock Hill courts began the trial of former deputy Evan Hawthorne on August 25—he faces murder charges for killing retired police Lt. Larry Vaughan, who died on July 23 from blunt force trauma and strangulation as medical experts and footage from a local bar offered key details. Here Rock Hill
- ➤ A Rock Hill man, Travonte Tate, 35, was arrested on August 29 after allegedly stabbing police K-9 Apollo during an attempted arrest amid a domestic disturbance—he now faces charges including attempted murder and resisting arrest with a deadly weapon. Here Rock Hill
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SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ Winthrop University in Rock Hill will host the NCAA Southeast Regional Cross Country Championships on November 15 at the Winthrop Farms Cross Country Course—local athletes will run a 6-km race at 10:30 a.m. and a 10-km race at 11:30 a.m. to qualify for the NCAA National Championships. Here Rock Hill
- ➤ High school football in South Carolina began yesterday with 25 games that showed strong play by teams including Newberry and Swansea—raising hopes for a competitive season. Local fans in Rock Hill are eager for more games as schools move toward regional and state championships. Here Rock Hill
- ➤ Northwestern High School prepared for its new football season with 160 players and coach Page Wofford emphasizing player safety—using modern helmets and strict concussion protocols. Senior Tamarion Watkins committed to Texas A&M and earned praise for his impressive record and academic achievements. Here Rock Hill
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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 with a lively soul line dance party.
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Mahjong Gatherings at Fewell Park
1-4 p.m. — Fewell Park Center — Free entry — Engage in a friendly game of Mahjong every Friday afternoon.
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Ozone Garden Tour
11 a.m.–2 p.m. — Museum of York County — Cost info not specified — Learn how plants reveal the secrets of ground ozone and its effects on the environment.
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Downtown Jazz Jam
6-8 p.m. — The Power House - Food Hall and Apartments at University Center — Free entry — Enjoy an evening of lively jazz music from local musicians of all ages and skills.
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Pottery Class at Northside Recreation Center
6-8 p.m. — Northside Recreation Center — Cost varies — Experience creativity and skill-building with pottery in a fun and engaging environment.
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Zumba Gold at Boyd Hill Recreation Center
2-3 p.m. — Boyd Hill Recreation Center — $5 — Get moving with this low-impact dance fitness class designed for older adults.
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Pump Track Open
12-7 p.m. — Rock Hill BMX Supercross Track — Check with the office for track updates — Enjoy a day of thrilling pump track riding.
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