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Friday, October 24th, 2025

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Good morning, Rock Hill. Here's your local news at a glance for Friday, the 24th of October.

ECONOMY NEWS

  • Costco is considering a $240 million distribution center in Rock Hill that could create 165 jobs at $26.66 per hour. The project will proceed if York County approves $30 million in tax credits—this approval is needed to move the development forward.  Here Rock Hill

ENVIRONMENT NEWS

  • Drought conditions are deepening across the Carolinas this week and may cause fall leaves to brown early as the drought monitor upgraded counties such as Mecklenburg and York from moderate to severe drought. Charlotte recorded only 0.07 inches of rain in October—adding to a significant rainfall deficit that stresses trees in the Piedmont.  WSOC-TV

GOVERNMENT NEWS

  • York County officials are considering a $20 million animal shelter to cut costs; they say the new project could reduce maintenance expenses in older facilities — details will be reviewed soon.  WSOC-TV
  • The South Carolina Education Lottery announced winning numbers for its October 23 draw featuring Pick 3, Pick 4, Cash Pop, and Palmetto Cash 5—winners are urged to follow detailed prize claiming procedures, with claims needing submission within 180 days.  Here Rock Hill

SPORTS NEWS

  • Winthrop University volleyball team beat Presbyterian College today in straight sets, 25-20, 25-20, and 25-18, earning their fifth win in a row and boosting their record to 14-5 while Presbyterian now stands at 5-14 overall and 1-6 in Big South play.  Here Rock Hill
  • The South Carolina High School League volleyball playoffs begin this week as teams prepare for the boys championship on November 1 at AC Flora High School and the girls finals on November 6 and 8 at Dreher High School—brackets for the S.C. Independent School Association championships will be released later this week.  Here Rock Hill
  • Winthrop University’s women’s volleyball team won in three sets against Presbyterian College at the Templeton Center on October 18+ Presbyterian struggled despite Julia Yurkovich’s 10 kills and Anisa Dorlouis’s 24 assists, and the Blue Hose will face Winthrop and Gardner-Webb again on October 31 and November 1.  Here Rock Hill
  • The Indian Land football team is set to play Fort Mill today, boasting an 8-0 record while Fort Mill struggles with a 4-4 season. Head coach Adam Hastings stressed a '1-0' mentality—urging his team to focus on winning one game at a time to extend their streak.  Here Rock Hill

EVENTS

SUBMIT EVENT
  • Yoga at Northside Recreation Center

    11 AM – 12 PM — Northside Recreation Center — Free entry — Stretch and unwind with a community yoga session on Saturday morning.

    Sat, 10/25/25

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  • Fall Baby Goat Yoga

    10:00 – 11:30 AM — The White Home — Ticket purchase required — Enjoy yoga surrounded by friendly goats in a beautiful garden setting.

    Sun, 10/26/25

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  • Disc Golf Putting League

    2-5 p.m. — Hoppin’ Rock Hill — $5 buy-in — Engage in friendly competition with a blind draw for partners and a chance to win a rolling ace pot.

    Mon, 10/27/25

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  • 30/30 Workout Session

    6-7 p.m. — Emmett Scott Center — $6 per class — Engage in a mix of cardio and weight training for a balanced workout experience.

    Tue, 10/28/25

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  • Home School Mixed Media Art Classes

    10:00-11:30 a.m. — Fewell Park Center — $120.00 includes supplies — Engage young artists in hands-on projects, art history, and the elements of art.

    Wed, 10/29/25

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  • Rummikub Gathering

    9:30 a.m. – 12:00 p.m. — Northside Recreation Center — Free entry — Engage in a captivating game of Rummikub combining strategy, arithmetic, and luck.

    Thu, 10/30/25

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  • the AMs | OCT 2025

    7:00 – 7:50 AM — Amélie's French Bakery & Café — Free entry — Engage in stimulating discussions on Art and Culture over coffee and pastries.

    Fri, 10/31/25

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  • The Rock Hill Rivalry Remix

    7-11:30 p.m. — The Mill Room — All are welcome — Celebrate the RH Rivalry at a Sneaker Ball featuring music, dancing, and a chance to showcase your best sneakers.

    Sat, 11/1/25

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  • Fall Baby Goat Yoga Season 9

    11:00 a.m.–12:30 p.m. — The White Home — Tickets required — Enjoy yoga with friendly baby goats in a beautiful historic garden setting.

    Sun, 11/2/25

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  • Tune Up Tuesday: Safety in Dark Running

    6-7 p.m. — Charlotte Running Company - Riverwalk — Free entry — Participate in a run clinic focusing on safety while running at night with Nathan headlamps.

    Tue, 11/4/25

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