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BREAKING NEWS

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Family Seeks Justice After Muslim Student Attack in Charlotte

March 13, 2025

News Summary The family of a Muslim student in Charlotte seeks justice after their daughter was brutally attacked by a classmate. The incident, which followed a week of bullying, has...

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Fort Mill Road Construction Project Set to Transform Area

March 13, 2025

News Summary Fort Mill is experiencing significant changes due to a $160 million road construction project at Exit 85, where Interstate 77 meets S.C. 160. The project is expected to...

Rock Hill Schools Eye Stricter Policies Amid Behavioral Incidents

March 13, 2025

News Summary Rock Hill Schools report a significant rise in behavioral incidents this year, with over 7,000 occurrences, prompting the district to consider stricter policies. The increase is largely seen...

Rock Hill Music Community Mourns D. Jeffery Sligh

March 13, 2025

News Summary The Rock Hill music community is in mourning following the passing of D. Jeffery Sligh, a beloved music educator and community leader. Sligh passed away on March 8,...

Rock Hill’s Gettys Art Center Faces Closure Amid Sale Plans

March 13, 2025

News Summary The historic Gettys Art Center in Rock Hill, a vital hub for local artists, is set to close as the city plans to sell the property for $2.26...

Rock Hill Residents Rally Against Federal Cuts

March 12, 2025

News Summary In Rock Hill, South Carolina, around 90 protesters gathered to express their concerns over recent cuts to federal programs and workforce reductions, particularly affecting veterans’ health services and...

Ballantyne House Fire Causes Stir in the Early Morning Hours

March 12, 2025

News Summary Residents of Ballantyne were alarmed early Tuesday morning as a house fire erupted just after 5 a.m. Firefighters from the Charlotte Fire Department responded quickly, managing to control...

Rock Hill Faces Tough Choices as Tom S. Gettys Center Closes

March 12, 2025

News Summary The historic Tom S. Gettys Center in Rock Hill is closing after 40 years, due to high maintenance costs. Local artists and organizations are scrambling to find new...

Fight at Ardrey Kell High School Ignites Calls for Hate Crime Probe

March 12, 2025

News Summary A fight at Ardrey Kell High School has raised alarms in Charlotte, NC, after a female student suffered severe injuries. Given allegations of racial slurs during the altercation,...

Ardrey Kell High School Faces Safety Concerns Following Fight

March 11, 2025

News Summary Ardrey Kell High School in Charlotte experienced a troubling incident when a fight broke out on campus, leaving one student injured. This altercation has raised significant safety concerns...

POLITICS

Family Seeks Justice After Muslim Student Attack in Charlotte

March 13, 2025

News Summary The family of a Muslim student in Charlotte seeks justice after their daughter was brutally attacked by a classmate. The incident, which followed a week of bullying, has...

Rock Hill’s Gettys Art Center Faces Closure Amid Sale Plans

March 13, 2025

News Summary The historic Gettys Art Center in Rock Hill, a vital hub for local artists, is set to close as the city plans to sell the property for $2.26...

Rock Hill Residents Rally Against Federal Cuts

March 12, 2025

News Summary In Rock Hill, South Carolina, around 90 protesters gathered to express their concerns over recent cuts to federal programs and workforce reductions, particularly affecting veterans’ health services and...

Rock Hill Faces Tough Choices as Tom S. Gettys Center Closes

March 12, 2025

News Summary The historic Tom S. Gettys Center in Rock Hill is closing after 40 years, due to high maintenance costs. Local artists and organizations are scrambling to find new...

Community Garden in Rock Hill Faces Uncertain Future

March 11, 2025

News Summary Residents of Rock Hill are coming together to protest the potential loss of their community garden, which provides fresh produce and educational opportunities for families. Amid plans for...

Rock Hill’s Vital Head Start Program in Jeopardy

March 8, 2025

News Summary The Head Start program in Rock Hill, which provides crucial support to low-income families, is at risk due to potential federal budget cuts. This lifeline for education, healthcare,...

Community Garden in Rock Hill Faces Uncertain Future

March 7, 2025

News Summary The Rock Hill community garden, established in 2021 to combat food insecurity in the South Side neighborhood, now faces potential replacement by city officials for recreational projects. Residents...

Julia Byrd Elected as New District Five Director for PSTA

March 6, 2025

News Summary Julia Byrd has been elected as the new District Five Director on the Palmetto State Teachers Association Board of Directors. A passionate educator from Indian Land High School,...

York County Council Discusses New Residential Development Fees

March 5, 2025

News Summary The York County Council met on March 3, 2025, to discuss the proposed increase in impact fees for new residential developments in the Fort Mill School District. Amid...

Rock Hill Region Faces Traffic Concerns Amid Funding Cuts

March 5, 2025

News Summary The Rock Hill region is experiencing potential traffic issues following recent federal funding cuts. Experts warn these changes might delay crucial transportation projects that are vital for commuters...

CRIME

Family Seeks Justice After Muslim Student Attack in Charlotte

March 13, 2025

News Summary The family of a Muslim student in Charlotte seeks justice after their daughter was brutally attacked by a classmate. The incident, which followed a week of bullying, has...

Rock Hill Schools Eye Stricter Policies Amid Behavioral Incidents

March 13, 2025

News Summary Rock Hill Schools report a significant rise in behavioral incidents this year, with over 7,000 occurrences, prompting the district to consider stricter policies. The increase is largely seen...

Fight at Ardrey Kell High School Ignites Calls for Hate Crime Probe

March 12, 2025

News Summary A fight at Ardrey Kell High School has raised alarms in Charlotte, NC, after a female student suffered severe injuries. Given allegations of racial slurs during the altercation,...

Rock Hill Residents Warned After Major Scam Attempt

March 9, 2025

News Summary Local authorities in Rock Hill, SC, arrested two men involved in a bold scam attempt that targeted residents. The suspects posed as company representatives and attempted to swindle...

Rock Hill Residents Intrigued by Recent Attempted Scam

March 8, 2025

News Summary Two men were arrested in Rock Hill, South Carolina, for attempting to scam residents out of $25,000. The scam involved fake claims about a hacked Microsoft account and...

Shocking Bank Scam Unraveled in York County!

March 7, 2025

News Summary Authorities in York County have arrested two men linked to a troubling $25,000 bank scam that targeted a local couple. The suspects, Sumind Singh and Mohammed Mohsin, were...

ECONOMY

Fort Mill Road Construction Project Set to Transform Area

March 13, 2025

News Summary Fort Mill is experiencing significant changes due to a $160 million road construction project at Exit 85, where Interstate 77 meets S.C. 160. The project is expected to...

Rock Hill Schools Eye Stricter Policies Amid Behavioral Incidents

March 13, 2025

News Summary Rock Hill Schools report a significant rise in behavioral incidents this year, with over 7,000 occurrences, prompting the district to consider stricter policies. The increase is largely seen...

Rock Hill’s Gettys Art Center Faces Closure Amid Sale Plans

March 13, 2025

News Summary The historic Gettys Art Center in Rock Hill, a vital hub for local artists, is set to close as the city plans to sell the property for $2.26...

Rock Hill Residents Rally Against Federal Cuts

March 12, 2025

News Summary In Rock Hill, South Carolina, around 90 protesters gathered to express their concerns over recent cuts to federal programs and workforce reductions, particularly affecting veterans’ health services and...

Rock Hill Faces Tough Choices as Tom S. Gettys Center Closes

March 12, 2025

News Summary The historic Tom S. Gettys Center in Rock Hill is closing after 40 years, due to high maintenance costs. Local artists and organizations are scrambling to find new...

Rock Hill Man Strikes Gold with Lottery Win!

March 8, 2025

News Summary A Rock Hill resident recently won a staggering $75,000 from a simple $3 Bingo-themed scratch-off ticket. The unexpected jackpot was discovered after he initially thought he had only...

York County Council Discusses New Residential Development Fees

March 5, 2025

News Summary The York County Council met on March 3, 2025, to discuss the proposed increase in impact fees for new residential developments in the Fort Mill School District. Amid...

Rock Hill Accountant Faces Serious Charges for Unpaid Taxes

March 5, 2025

News Summary Harriet Winters, an accountant for Winters Electric Inc. in Rock Hill, is facing serious federal charges for allegedly failing to pay over $2 million in payroll taxes since...

Rock Hill Region Faces Traffic Concerns Amid Funding Cuts

March 5, 2025

News Summary The Rock Hill region is experiencing potential traffic issues following recent federal funding cuts. Experts warn these changes might delay crucial transportation projects that are vital for commuters...

Water Line Break Causes Major Traffic Disruptions in Indian Trail, NC

March 1, 2025

News Summary Residents of Indian Trail, NC are facing significant traffic disruptions due to a water line break on Independence Boulevard. The incident has stalled traffic and caused water pressure...

SPORT

Charlotte Women’s Lacrosse Achieves Historic Road Win

February 27, 2025

News Summary The Charlotte Women’s Lacrosse team achieved a historic milestone by securing their first-ever road win, defeating Winthrop 17-8 on February 26, 2025. Kylie Gioia was a standout player,...

Charlotte Women’s Lacrosse Claims Historic Road Victory

February 27, 2025

News Summary The Charlotte Women’s Lacrosse team achieved a historic milestone with their first-ever road victory, defeating Winthrop 17-8 on February 26, 2025. This win improved their record to 3-2....

Aztecs Lacrosse Defeated Winthrop Eagles 19-11 in Rock Hill, South Carolina

February 15, 2025

News Summary The San Diego State lacrosse team is off to a strong start in the 2025 season, currently on a three-game winning streak. They recently defeated Winthrop Eagles 19-11...

Winthrop University Launches New Cornhole Program

January 17, 2025

News Summary Winthrop University in Rock Hill, South Carolina, has introduced its inaugural cornhole program, offering athletic scholarships to attract talent in the sport. Spearheaded by former pro player Dusty...

South Pointe Girls’ Basketball Team Achieves 16-0 Record

January 15, 2025

News Summary The South Pointe girls’ basketball team has reached an impressive 16-0 record after their latest victory against Lancaster, where they won 68-34. The team’s remarkable performance showcases their...

Tragic Morning in Rock Hill: Pedestrian Struck on Interstate 77

January 13, 2025

News Summary A pedestrian lost their life while crossing Interstate 77 in Rock Hill, South Carolina, early Sunday morning. The incident, which occurred around 4:03 a.m., involved a BMW SUV...

DISASTERS

Ballantyne House Fire Causes Stir in the Early Morning Hours

March 12, 2025

News Summary Residents of Ballantyne were alarmed early Tuesday morning as a house fire erupted just after 5 a.m. Firefighters from the Charlotte Fire Department responded quickly, managing to control...

Ardrey Kell High School Faces Safety Concerns Following Fight

March 11, 2025

News Summary Ardrey Kell High School in Charlotte experienced a troubling incident when a fight broke out on campus, leaving one student injured. This altercation has raised significant safety concerns...

Severe Weather Pummels Western North Carolina

March 6, 2025

News Summary This week, Western North Carolina faced severe weather, including tornado warnings and high wind alerts. Storm conditions have prompted local authorities to assess damage while residents are urged...

Local Students Inducted into Phi Kappa Phi Honor Society

March 6, 2025

News Summary In Fort Mill, Rock Hill, and Tega Cay, four students have been recognized for their academic excellence by being inducted into the Phi Kappa Phi Honor Society. Justin...

Investigation Underway After Tragic Workplace Incident in York, South Carolina

March 4, 2025

News Summary A tragic workplace incident at the Meritor, Inc. manufacturing plant in York, South Carolina, resulted in the death of 35-year-old Stewart Campbell. Following an accident on February 27,...

Water Line Break Causes Major Traffic Disruptions in Indian Trail, NC

March 1, 2025

News Summary Residents of Indian Trail, NC are facing significant traffic disruptions due to a water line break on Independence Boulevard. The incident has stalled traffic and caused water pressure...

Rock Hill Teen Charged with Attempted Murder on Christmas Eve

February 19, 2025

News Summary In Rock Hill, a community is reeling after an 18-year-old, Gregory Watts, was charged with attempted murder following a shooting during a Christmas Eve party. The incident, which...

Tragic Accident Claims Life of Motorcyclist in York County

February 17, 2025

News Summary A motorcyclist tragically lost their life in a collision with a pickup truck on SC Highway 557 in York County, South Carolina. The accident occurred on Friday evening...

Rock Hill Experiences Violence at Social Gathering

February 17, 2025

News Summary A shooting incident in Rock Hill during a social gathering has left four individuals injured, one critically. The police are investigating the incident as the community grapples with...

Motorcyclist Killed in Crash on South Carolina Highway 557

February 16, 2025

News Summary A tragic accident on South Carolina Highway 557 claimed the life of a motorcyclist on Friday evening. The collision involved a Dodge pickup truck and a Honda motorcycle,...

HEALTH

Fort Mill Road Construction Project Set to Transform Area

March 13, 2025

News Summary Fort Mill is experiencing significant changes due to a $160 million road construction project at Exit 85, where Interstate 77 meets S.C. 160. The project is expected to...

Rock Hill Music Community Mourns D. Jeffery Sligh

March 13, 2025

News Summary The Rock Hill music community is in mourning following the passing of D. Jeffery Sligh, a beloved music educator and community leader. Sligh passed away on March 8,...

Ardrey Kell High School Faces Safety Concerns Following Fight

March 11, 2025

News Summary Ardrey Kell High School in Charlotte experienced a troubling incident when a fight broke out on campus, leaving one student injured. This altercation has raised significant safety concerns...

Community Garden in Rock Hill Faces Uncertain Future

March 11, 2025

News Summary Residents of Rock Hill are coming together to protest the potential loss of their community garden, which provides fresh produce and educational opportunities for families. Amid plans for...

Community Garden in Rock Hill Faces Uncertain Future

March 7, 2025

News Summary The Rock Hill community garden, established in 2021 to combat food insecurity in the South Side neighborhood, now faces potential replacement by city officials for recreational projects. Residents...

Investigation Underway After Tragic Workplace Incident in York, South Carolina

March 4, 2025

News Summary A tragic workplace incident at the Meritor, Inc. manufacturing plant in York, South Carolina, resulted in the death of 35-year-old Stewart Campbell. Following an accident on February 27,...

Rock Hill Achieves 5,000 Robotic Surgeries Milestone

February 28, 2025

News Summary Piedmont Medical Center in Rock Hill celebrates the completion of its 5,000th robotic surgery using the Da Vinci Robotic System. Since pioneering robotic surgery in 2014, the facility...

Mass Retirement of Superintendents in York County Raises Eyebrows

February 27, 2025

News Summary York County has recently faced significant changes in its educational leadership with the unexpected retirements of three superintendents within a month. Tommy Schmolze from Rock Hill, Chuck Epps...

Rock Hill Judge Denies Release for Jimar Neely After Insanity Ruling

February 27, 2025

News Summary A Rock Hill judge has denied the release of Jimar Neely, who was found not guilty by reason of insanity for the 2019 killings of two men. The...

Rock Hill Shooting: Community in Mourning

February 27, 2025

News Summary A tragic shooting occurred at Budiman’s Smokeshop & Art Gallery in Rock Hill, South Carolina, late Wednesday night, resulting in the deaths of employee Celci Johnson and customer...

SHOWBIZ

Principal Resignation Shakes Up Charlotte Catholic High School

February 12, 2025

News Summary Charlotte Catholic High School is facing turmoil following the resignation of principal Lori Phillips, which has left parents and students concerned about the school’s future. The resignation comes...

Fort Mill Shoppers Win Big with Lottery Scratch-Offs

February 7, 2025

News Summary Fort Mill, S.C. has become a lottery hotspot as local residents hit the jackpot with scratch-off tickets. In two thrilling stories, one man won $2 million from a...

TECH UPDATES

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SCIENCE

Local Students Inducted into Phi Kappa Phi Honor Society

March 6, 2025

News Summary In Fort Mill, Rock Hill, and Tega Cay, four students have been recognized for their academic excellence by being inducted into the Phi Kappa Phi Honor Society. Justin...

Charlotte Charity Expands Pediatric Cancer Research Efforts

February 23, 2025

News Summary The Isabella Santos Foundation has announced a major expansion of its mission to support pediatric cancer research, pledging $1.1 million in grants to hospitals nationwide. This new strategy...

Winthrop University Secures $800,000 NIH Grant for Brain Cancer Research

January 22, 2025

News Summary Winthrop University in Rock Hill, South Carolina, has been awarded an $800,000 NIH grant for its groundbreaking brain cancer research focusing on glioblastoma. The biology department will study...

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