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Friday, December 5th, 2025
Good morning, Rock Hill. Here's your local news at a glance for Friday, the 5th of December.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ A Rock Hill woman won $248,000 in the Palmetto Cash 5 lottery today after buying her winning ticket at Food Lion on Cross Point Drive + she plans to use the prize to pay off debts and help others. Here Rock Hill
BUSINESS NEWS
- ➤ QC Ally has appointed Scott Ingram as its new Chief Information Officer today. With 20+ years of cybersecurity experience, he will modernize internal systems and boost security for loan quality services, CEO Jeffrey Flory said. Here Rock Hill
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ State attorneys general from Connecticut and North Carolina launched a multistate inquiry into the BNPL industry today in Rock Hill (targeting lenders like Affirm and Klarna) to check that these services meet consumer protection standards by examining pricing, underwriting, and dispute handling. Here Rock Hill
LIFESTYLE NEWS
- ➤ Energy efficiency experts offered practical tips on lowering power bills and staying warm by recommending better insulation and smart thermostat use, aiming to help Rock Hill residents save money as temperatures drop (budget-friendly winter solutions). WSOC-TV
REAL ESTATE NEWS
- ➤ Cherry Farms bought a historic homestead on McConnells Highway today for $1 million, including 53 acres with the preserved Roach-Roddey home. The sale adds to Rock Hill's surge in million-dollar real estate transactions + signals growing market confidence. Here Rock Hill
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ North Carolina Central University quarterback Walker Harris broke the single-season passing record with 3,214 yards today and earned a finalist spot for the Walter Payton Award + his record boosts HBCU football's profile and inspires local aspiring athletes. Here Rock Hill
- ➤ The Northwestern Trojans will play the Irmo Yellowjackets today in the SCHSL 5A Division II state championship game at South Carolina State University in Orangeburg. They earned their spot with a 51 to 19 win over Indian Land and tickets cost $20 via GoFan.co. Here Rock Hill
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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.
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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.
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Holidays Heard ‘Round the World
11 AM — Main Street Children's Museum — Free entry — Explore winter holidays through learning, play, and festive crafts.
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Chair Yoga Class
10-11 a.m. — Northside Recreation Center — Free — Experience gentle chair yoga that promotes balance and relaxation for everyone.
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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.
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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.
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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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Monday Rock Hill Boxing Club
4-8 p.m. — Emmett Scott Center — Check out local boxing talent and training opportunities.
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Community Christmas Lights Run
6-7 p.m. — Charlotte Running Company - Riverwalk — Free entry — Enjoy a festive run through the neighborhood while savoring decorated cookies and adult beverages.
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Holidays Heard ‘Round the World
11 AM – 12 PM — Main Street Children's Museum — Free entry — Celebrate the holiday season with crafts and activities exploring different winter holidays.
No new real estate listings today. You can submit one here.
No new job posts today. You can submit one here.
No new community announcements today. You can submit one here.
TODAY'S FOOD FOR THOUGHT
The beauty of a living thing is not the atoms that go into it, but the way those atoms are put together.
~ Carl Sagan
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