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House fire in Lancaster County, South Carolina community mourning

Tragedy Strikes in Lancaster County

April 17, 2025

News Summary A devastating house fire in Lancaster County, South Carolina, has claimed the life of a 6-year-old girl, leaving the community in mourning. Emergency services responded, but sadly could...

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NC State Sports Programs Update: Basketball and Football Developments

April 16, 2025

News Summary Raleigh’s NC State sports programs are witnessing significant changes and new additions in basketball and football. Notable recruit Zymicah Wilkins joins the basketball team, while junior point guard...

A peaceful neighborhood scene in Chester County reflecting the community's concern over recent shootings.

Chester County Community Reels After Teen Extradited for Murder Charges

April 16, 2025

News Summary Chester County, SC is in shock following the extradition of 18-year-old Ronrico Lamont McCullough Jr. from Charlotte, NC, to face murder and multiple other charges. The incidents leading...

Serene sunset lakescape symbolizing remembrance

Community Mourns Jefferson Abelt, Navy Veteran at 46

April 15, 2025

News Summary The Rock Hill community mourns the loss of Jefferson Abelt, a beloved husband and Navy veteran who passed away on March 19, 2025, at just 46 years old....

NC State basketball players competing on the court.

NC State Basketball Welcomes Top Recruits

April 15, 2025

News Summary NC State basketball has secured commitments from five-star recruit Zymicah Wilkins and four-star transfer Tre Holloman. Both players bring impressive talent to enhance the Wolfpack’s roster. Wilkins has...

A peaceful landscape symbolizing community and remembrance.

Lincolnton Community Mourns Roger Dale Walker

April 14, 2025

News Summary The Lincolnton community is grieving the loss of Roger Dale Walker, a loving husband, father, and community member who passed away at the age of 71 on April...

Rendering of the revitalization plans for MLK Park in Bakersfield

Bakersfield’s MLK Park Receives $24 Million Revitalization Fund

April 14, 2025

News Summary Bakersfield’s Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Park will undergo a major revitalization with a $24 million investment, part of a national initiative benefiting local parks. The project includes...

Action shot of collegiate basketball game featuring players in motion.

Elijah Strong Joins South Carolina Men’s Basketball Team

April 14, 2025

News Summary Elijah Strong, a former power forward from Boston College, has committed to South Carolina men’s basketball for the 2025-26 season. The Charlotte native shared the news with fans...

Players competing in a disc golf tournament

Alex Ferry Wins 2025 Collegiate Disc Golf National Championship

April 13, 2025

News Summary Alex Ferry, a Penn State University graduate, has claimed victory at the 2025 Collegiate Disc Golf National Singles Championships in Rock Hill, South Carolina. Competing against 181 players,...

BUSINESS

Conceptual image of an industrial area in Rock Hill showing advanced manufacturing facilities.

Rock Hill Leaders Revamp Plans to Attract New Industry

April 17, 2025

News Summary Rock Hill city leaders are making bold changes to attract new industries to the former Panthers practice facility site. With a recent City Council vote, the 245-acre area...

Newly developed industrial area in Rock Hill promoting economic growth

Rock Hill City Council Approves New Economic Development Plans

April 16, 2025

News Summary The Rock Hill City Council has voted to rezone 215 acres of property previously designated for the Carolina Panthers’ practice facility. This strategic move aims to attract high-paying...

Aerial view of the site designated for industrial development in Rock Hill.

Rock Hill City Takes Major Step Towards Industrial Development

April 16, 2025

News Summary Rock Hill has taken a significant step with the unanimous decision to rezone a 215-acre site from master plan commercial to general industrial use. This change aims to...

Exterior view of the Olympic Steel Action Stainless facility in Rock Hill, South Carolina.

Olympic Steel Appoints New General Manager in Rock Hill

April 15, 2025

News Summary Olympic Steel Inc. has appointed Alex Hegler as the new General Manager of its Action Stainless facility in Rock Hill, SC. Hegler brings extensive experience in sales and...

An image of Rock Hill's prospective industrial area with modern buildings

Rock Hill City Council Approves Rezoning Initiative

April 15, 2025

News Summary Rock Hill’s City Council has approved a significant rezoning initiative that transforms 215 acres of land for potential industrial development. The decision aims to attract new businesses, particularly...

Aerial view of Rock Hill industrial site with access roads and nearby interstate.

Rock Hill City Council Approves Industrial Development

April 15, 2025

News Summary The Rock Hill City Council has unanimously approved the rezoning of the former Carolina Panthers practice facility, allowing for significant industrial development on 215 acres at 2394 Eden...

Interior view of Passmore's Grocery and Grill with happy customers and food.

Rock Hill Marks 90 Years of Passmore’s Grocery and Grill

April 15, 2025

News Summary Rock Hill, SC, is celebrating a significant milestone as Passmore’s Grocery and Grill marks its 90th anniversary. Since opening in 1935, the establishment has become a cherished community...

Sneaker store display with various styles and prices in Rock Hill

Higher Sneaker Prices Loom Over Rock Hill Residents

April 10, 2025

News Summary Rock Hill, S.C. sneaker enthusiasts are facing potential price hikes due to new tariffs announced by President Trump. With Vietnam being a major supplier for brands like Nike,...

Community members gathering at FARMacy Community Farmstop

Rock Hill Bids Farewell to FARMacy Community Farmstop

April 10, 2025

News Summary The FARMacy Community Farmstop in Rock Hill, S.C. will close on April 26. Established to provide locally grown food and foster community, it faced challenges yet became a...

Events/What's Happening

Hough Huskies football game at Bank of America Stadium

Hough Huskies Announce Their 2025 Football Schedule

April 17, 2025

News Summary The Hough Huskies have released their much-anticipated 2025 football schedule, kicking off the season with an exciting game against South Pointe at Bank of America Stadium. After a...

Fans and players at the 2025 Spring Football Game in Columbia

Columbia Gears Up for 2025 Spring Football Game

April 16, 2025

News Summary The South Carolina Gamecocks are ready for their annual Spring Game at Williams-Brice Stadium this Friday at 7:30 PM. Admission is free, with exciting promotions and recruitment opportunities...

Fans and players at the 2025 Keep Pounding High School Classic

High School Football Teams Gear Up for 2025 Keep Pounding Classic

April 15, 2025

News Summary The 2025 Keep Pounding High School Classic is set to take place on August 22 at Bank of America Stadium, featuring teams from North Carolina and South Carolina....

Young athletes competing in a basketball tournament in Charlotte

Youth Basketball Tournaments Coming to Charlotte

April 13, 2025

News Summary This weekend, Charlotte is set to host thrilling youth basketball tournaments, showcasing emerging talent and recent coaching changes. With Division I coaches absent, lower-level scouts will be on...

Community members participating in the Tour of Homes in Rock Hill.

Rock Hill Welcomes Second Annual Tour of Homes

April 11, 2025

News Summary Rock Hill is gearing up for the second annual Tour of Homes coinciding with the Come-See-Me Festival. This event not only showcases unique homes but also raises awareness...

Flowers in memory of Olivia D. Eargle

Remembering Olivia D. Eargle: A Life of Compassion

April 10, 2025

News Summary The Lexington community mourns the loss of Olivia D. Eargle, a dedicated medical technician who passed away at 70. Known for her unwavering spirit of care and compassion,...

High school students collaborating in a broadcasting studio

Adam Wurtzel Joins Catawba Ridge High School Newscast

April 9, 2025

News Summary Catawba Ridge High School welcomes Adam Wurtzel to their Emmy Award-winning newscast, Copperhead’s Up. The show provides students with hands-on experience in broadcasting and has recently won four...

Festival attendees at the York County Underexposed Film Festival enjoying short films and engaging with filmmakers.

Rock Hill to Host the York County Underexposed Film Festival

April 9, 2025

News Summary The York County Underexposed Film Festival is set for its 11th season in Rock Hill, featuring 46 international short films from April 24-26, 2025. The festival encourages creativity...

Families participating in Earth Day activities at Anne Springs Close Greenway

Fort Mill Prepares for 30th Earth Day Celebration

April 8, 2025

News Summary The Anne Springs Close Greenway in Fort Mill, SC, is set to host its 30th Earth Day Celebration from April 11 to 13, 2024. This year’s event will...

CRIME

A peaceful neighborhood scene in Chester County reflecting the community's concern over recent shootings.

Chester County Community Reels After Teen Extradited for Murder Charges

April 16, 2025

News Summary Chester County, SC is in shock following the extradition of 18-year-old Ronrico Lamont McCullough Jr. from Charlotte, NC, to face murder and multiple other charges. The incidents leading...

Police outside a Publix grocery store in Fort Mill, SC, during an incident involving an armed man.

Fort Mill Grocery Store Incident Involving Armed Man

April 12, 2025

News Summary On April 11, 2025, Fort Mill, SC faced a shocking event when an armed man entered a local Publix grocery store, causing panic among shoppers. The swift response...

Concerned community in Rock Hill regarding teacher arrest

Rock Hill Teacher Doug MacAlpine Arrested Again on Peeping Charges

April 12, 2025

News Summary In Rock Hill, SC, teacher and coach Doug MacAlpine has been arrested for a second time on charges of secret peeping. Previously facing accusations of sexual exploitation of...

Empty classroom desk indicating privacy issues

Rock Hill Teacher Faces More Legal Trouble in Voyeurism Case

April 11, 2025

News Summary A Rock Hill middle school teacher, Douglas MacAlpine, faces serious legal issues, including charges of voyeurism and second-degree sexual exploitation of a minor. After his arrest, disturbing digital...

Parents and educators discussing safety issues in a school meeting

Rock Hill Teacher Faces New Charges After Child Exploitation Arrest

April 11, 2025

News Summary Douglas Melvin MacAlpine, a teacher from Castle Heights Middle School in Rock Hill, has been rearrested on new charges of peeping Tom just days after his arrest for...

Exterior of a school building in Rock Hill SC

Rock Hill Teacher Doug MacAlpine Arrested for Peeping Charges

April 11, 2025

News Summary Doug MacAlpine, a 37-year-old teacher from Castle Heights Middle School, has been arrested again for allegedly recording a female staff member without consent. This follows a prior arrest...

Rock Hill Middle School classroom

Rock Hill Teacher Arrested Again on Peeping Charge

April 11, 2025

News Summary Doug MacAlpine, a middle school teacher in Rock Hill, has been arrested again on charges of peeping in a classroom after previously facing serious child exploitation charges. Following...

Empty classroom symbolizing concern over safety

Rock Hill Teacher Faces Serious Charges After Two Arrests

April 11, 2025

News Summary Douglas MacAlpine, a 37-year-old teacher from Rock Hill, SC, was arrested twice within a week on charges including child sexual exploitation and peeping. Following his first arrest on...

Emotionally charged courtroom interior during a youth violent crime plea.

Rock Hill Teen Accepts Plea Deal for Voluntary Manslaughter

April 10, 2025

News Summary A 17-year-old Rock Hill teen has accepted a plea deal for voluntary manslaughter in a deadly shooting from 2022, resulting in a proposed 13-year prison sentence. This plea...

POLITICS

Rendering of the revitalization plans for MLK Park in Bakersfield

Bakersfield’s MLK Park Receives $24 Million Revitalization Fund

April 14, 2025

News Summary Bakersfield’s Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Park will undergo a major revitalization with a $24 million investment, part of a national initiative benefiting local parks. The project includes...

Deputies from the York County Sheriff's Office interacting with community members.

York County Council Approves Pay Raise for Sheriff’s Office Deputies

April 9, 2025

News Summary The York County Council has unanimously approved a 5% pay increase for all sworn staff within the York County Sheriff’s Office. This raise aims to improve morale and...

Ambulance ready for emergency service outside a hospital

York County Transitions Ambulance Services to Atrium Health

April 9, 2025

News Summary York County Council has voted 5-2 to transfer ambulance services from Fort Mill EMS to Atrium Health, aiming to enhance emergency care. This change is anticipated to improve...

Residents discussing education impact fees in Fort Mill.

Fort Mill Council Increases Education Impact Fees for Homes

April 9, 2025

News Summary The Fort Mill York County Council has approved new impact fees aimed at funding educational growth in the Fort Mill School District. Effective July 1, the fees for...

Construction site for road improvements in York County

York County Council Approves Funding for Road Improvements

April 9, 2025

News Summary The York County Council has approved funding to begin design work on eight road projects under the Pennies For Progress initiative, aiming to enhance local infrastructure. A $20...

Construction site in Lancaster County showcasing new developments

Lancaster County’s Development Plans Unfold

April 9, 2025

News Summary Lancaster County is buzzing with new developments that promise to enhance the community. A new charter school, Harrisburg Global Academy, aims to accommodate 800 students in Indian Land....

Parents rallying for transparency outside Charlotte Catholic High School

Parents Rally Against Accreditation Change at Charlotte Catholic High School

April 8, 2025

News Summary Charlotte Catholic High School’s shift from Cognia to Lumen accreditation has sparked significant concern among parents. With college application deadlines looming, many parents are anxious about the outdated...

Protesters in Charlotte holding signs during the Hands Off! movement

Charlotte Hosts Major ‘Hands Off!’ Protest Against Trump Policies

April 6, 2025

News Summary On April 5, Charlotte witnessed a significant turnout of 3,500 individuals participating in the ‘Hands Off!’ protest. This nationwide movement aimed to voice opposition to the Trump administration’s...

Aerial view of a Fort Mill school next to a manufacturing plant

Fort Mill School District Addresses Health Concerns Amid Plant Development

April 4, 2025

News Summary Fort Mill School District is taking proactive steps to address community health concerns over the Silfab Solar Facility located near schools. Officials are considering funding an environmental evaluation...

SPORTS

Hough Huskies football game at Bank of America Stadium

Hough Huskies Announce Their 2025 Football Schedule

April 17, 2025

News Summary The Hough Huskies have released their much-anticipated 2025 football schedule, kicking off the season with an exciting game against South Pointe at Bank of America Stadium. After a...

Fans and players at the 2025 Spring Football Game in Columbia

Columbia Gears Up for 2025 Spring Football Game

April 16, 2025

News Summary The South Carolina Gamecocks are ready for their annual Spring Game at Williams-Brice Stadium this Friday at 7:30 PM. Admission is free, with exciting promotions and recruitment opportunities...

Fans and players at the 2025 Keep Pounding High School Classic

High School Football Teams Gear Up for 2025 Keep Pounding Classic

April 15, 2025

News Summary The 2025 Keep Pounding High School Classic is set to take place on August 22 at Bank of America Stadium, featuring teams from North Carolina and South Carolina....

Young athletes competing in a basketball tournament in Charlotte

Youth Basketball Tournaments Coming to Charlotte

April 13, 2025

News Summary This weekend, Charlotte is set to host thrilling youth basketball tournaments, showcasing emerging talent and recent coaching changes. With Division I coaches absent, lower-level scouts will be on...

Young girls participating in an all-girls flag football game, displaying teamwork and excitement.

First All-Girls Flag Football League Launches in South Carolina

March 15, 2025

News Summary The Carolina Panthers have partnered with middle schools in York County to introduce South Carolina’s first all-girls flag football league. Kicking off on March 13, 2025, with 14...

Charlotte Softball team celebrating a victory during the Coach Cooke Memorial tournament.

Charlotte Softball Dominates Opening Day of Coach Cooke Memorial

March 3, 2025

News Summary Charlotte Softball had an impressive opening day at the Coach Cooke Memorial tournament, achieving two significant victories against USC Upstate and Youngstown State. The first game saw Jenna...

The Charlotte Niners women's lacrosse team secures their first-ever road victory, defeating Winthrop 17-8 in a thrilling match.

Charlotte Niners Women’s Lacrosse Team Makes History!

February 27, 2025

News Summary The Charlotte Niners women’s lacrosse team celebrated a historic milestone by achieving their first-ever road victory, defeating the Winthrop Eagles 17-8 in Rock Hill, South Carolina. Senior Kylie...

Concept image of Southside Regional Park with families and sports facilities

New Southside Regional Park Approved for Rock Hill

February 7, 2025

News Summary Rock Hill’s Planning Commission has approved the Southside Regional Park, a new recreational area spanning approximately 105 acres. Scheduled to open in 2026, the park will include sports...

Conceptual layout of Southside Regional Park in Rock Hill

Plans for Southside Regional Park in Rock Hill

February 4, 2025

News Summary Rock Hill is set to unveil a massive new project, the Southside Regional Park, covering 105 acres filled with sports facilities, a playground, and an amphitheater. With an...

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