Here's your local news at a glance for Tuesday, the 2nd of December.
Good morning, Rock Hill.
Rock Hill will host the annual ChristmasVille festival from December 4 through December 7, turning Old Town into a holiday village with nearly 70 free, family-friendly activities.
The event will include Santa’s arrival, gingerbread contests, ice skating, horse-drawn carriage rides, and live entertainment—boosting local community spirit and supporting nearby businesses.
Today, Forbes honored 25 North Carolina companies for outstanding workplace culture and strong employee care.
The list includes Duke University and FedEx—examples that boost positive business practices in Rock Hill.
The Christmas Town USA founder said he feels every effort is worth it as he watches the town’s holiday tradition brighten another year — residents enjoy the increased festive displays and community spirit.
The Christmas Town USA founder said that the annual tradition brightened another year — the festive displays continue to bring holiday spirit and attract visitors from around the community.
All six school districts in our area are facing enrollment declines—Clover School District dropped from 9,038 students last year to 8,987 this year.
A district spokeswoman said the decline points to changes that began five years ago.
On November 18th, LPL Financial acquired a minority stake in Private Advisor Group to support independent financial advisors in Rock Hill—enhancing their resources for practice management and succession planning.
The move strengthened a long-standing partnership and is expected to boost local economic growth.
Discount grocer Aldi has recalled two holiday treats due to a packaging error—Choceur Pecan, Cranberry & Cinnamon Holiday Bark contains an undeclared wheat allergen while Choceur Cookie Butter Holiday Bark contains an undeclared pecan allergen, and the products have been removed from store shelves.
Holidays Heard Around the World
11 a.m.-12 p.m. — Main Street Children's Museum — Free entry — Celebrate winter holidays with crafts and activities focused on Kwanzaa.
Chair Yoga Session
10:00 – 11:00 AM — Northside Recreation Center — Low-cost — Experience gentle chair yoga to improve balance and flexibility.
the AMs Discussion
7:00 – 7:50 AM — Amélie's French Bakery & Café — Free entry — Engage in stimulating discussions about articles on art and culture over coffee.
Holiday Delights Celebration
6:45-9 p.m. — Oakland Avenue Presbyterian Church — Free entry — Enjoy a festive evening with holiday treats, live music, and seasonal cheer.
Zumba at Emmett Scott
6-7 p.m. — Emmett Scott Center — Check local listings for entry — Unleash your energy with a fun Zumba session in the heart of Rock Hill.
Holidays Heard ‘Round the World
11 AM — Main Street Children's Museum — Free entry — Explore winter holidays through learning, play, and festive crafts.
Chair Yoga Class
10-11 a.m. — Northside Recreation Center — Free — Experience gentle chair yoga that promotes balance and relaxation for everyone.
MCA Boys Varsity Basketball Game
7-8:15 p.m. — Westminster Catawba Christian School — Admission details not specified — Watch a high-stakes conference game between local rivals Metrolina Christian Academy and Westminster Catawba Christian.
Grinch's Silent Disco
8-11 p.m. — Hoppin’ Rock Hill — Free entry — Dance under festive lights to DJ mixes that will make your holiday spirit grow.
Light the Night - Riverwalk Luminaries
5:30-7:30 p.m. — Charlotte Running Company — Free entry — Experience a festive evening with luminaries, Santa, and holiday cheer in Riverwalk.
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