Good morning, Rock Hill.

South Pointe High School was placed in secure status today after a domestic incident involving a staff member—police increased their presence to ensure safety while doors remained locked until law enforcement concluded the situation.

Today, city officials rebranded the former Carolina Panthers practice facility as Palmetto Research Park—spanning over 200 acres with ready infrastructure and rail access.

The project will bring high-wage jobs in life sciences, advanced manufacturing and aerospace while local schools help train a skilled workforce.

Flint Hill Elementary School opened today in Fort Mill to ease overcrowding by serving 800 students from three other schools in a facility that holds 1,200 students.

The school was funded by an Impact Fee, but some parents worry about safety near the Silfab Solar plant—Citadel EHS will conduct an assessment—with a meeting scheduled on October 21 at Nation Ford High School.

The Anne Springs Close Greenway in Fort Mill will receive 28 trees from PalmettoPride's state environmental grant program, which awarded 1,503 trees across 13 counties to boost public green spaces.

Recipients will pick up the saplings on Oct. 16 at the South Carolina Department of Corrections Horticultural Facility—supporting efforts to restore canopy coverage after Hurricane Helene.

A traveler in Travelers Rest won $50,000 after buying a Powerball ticket at Ingles grocery store on Greer Highway during Wednesday night’s drawing.

The ticket matched four white balls and the red Powerball number—Saturday’s jackpot is set to reach $195 million.

Former Winthrop University General Counsel Christopher Hagins sued the board on September 7 in York County, saying that secret votes and hidden meetings broke South Carolina’s open meetings law—alleging 27 breaches of the FOIA and bylaw violations that hurt public spending and education. He seeks to cancel the board’s June elections and require new votes to restore transparency.

Rock Hill — Winthrop University's Avery Jolley earned the Big South Player of the Week award after she led the team with 20 kills against Gardner-Webb, marking her third career honor and eight double-doubles this season.

The Eagles will play High Point at 6:00 p.m. today and face Radford at 2:00 p.m. on Saturday.

Today, the Winthrop University volleyball team will face High Point at 6:00 p.m. in Rock Hill as they aim to maintain their top spot in the Big South preseason rankings—historically holding a 39—31 record against their rivals.

They will meet Radford on Saturday at 2:00 p.m. where they have a stronger track record.

Hoptoberfest 2025

All Day — Hoppin’ Rock Hill — Free entry — Experience Rock Hill's biggest Oktoberfest party with live music, food, and competitions.

Downtown Jazz Jam

6-8 p.m. — The Power House - Food Hall and Apartments at University Center — Free entry — Enjoy an evening of live jazz music under the stars with a community vibe.

Disc Golf Putting League

2-5 p.m. — Hoppin’ Rock Hill — $5 Buy in — Engage in friendly bracket-style competition and compete for prizes in the local disc golf community.

Hand, Knee & Foot Card Game

1-4 p.m. — Fewell Park Center — Free entry — Play the classic card game Hand, Knee & Foot with friends and community members in a relaxed setting.

InnoVision Awards Forum: Advancing in an AI Economy

5-7 p.m. — DiGiorgio Campus Center — Free entry — Engage with experts on transforming into an AI-First company and network with fellow innovators.

Chair Yoga

10-11 a.m. — Northside Recreation Center — Free participation — Experience the gentle benefits of yoga while seated in a supportive environment.

Movies in the Park: The Haunted Mansion

7:30 – 11:59 p.m. — Fountain Park — Free entry — Enjoy a spooky outdoor screening of The Haunted Mansion with friends and family under the stars.

Rocktoberfest Half Marathon & 5k

12-4 p.m. — 1307 Riverwalk Parkway — Check website for entry fee — Enjoy a vibrant running event with music, beer, and community spirit in Rock Hill.

Afternoon of Poetry and Prose

2-4 p.m. — Bakhita Arts — Free entry — Enjoy an afternoon of poetry with USC professor Ed Madden as he shares his work, including pieces from his latest collection.

Zumba Fitness Class

6-7 p.m. — Emmett Scott Center — Check the event page for costs — Join the fun and rhythm of Zumba to get your heart pumping.