Archive for November 2009

Rock Hill to go retro with bowling alley, arcade planned in Manchester spot

Nov 30th, 2009 | By topix.com | Category: News

A vacant restaurant building in Rock Hill’s Manchester Village will return to life next year as a venue twice the size: An entertainment center with a retro-themed bowling alley and arcade.



Boyd Hill, St. Anne among churches filling plates

Nov 30th, 2009 | By topix.com | Category: News

While many were at home Thursday morning preparing to feast with family, several members of Boyd Hill Baptist Church in Rock Hill were in its kitchen preparing Thanksgiving dinner for those in the community who needed it.



Lady Eagles fall to Montana State in tourney

Nov 30th, 2009 | By Wintrhop Feed | Category: Sports

The Winthrop women's basketball team couldn't overcome an early second-half run by Montana State as it fell 60-41 Saturday in the Wingate Thanksgiving Classic at Worthington Arena on the campus of Montana State.



Eagles have paid price for ugly loss to Clemson

Nov 30th, 2009 | By Wintrhop Feed | Category: Sports


Cole’s double-double lifts Lady Eagles past Utah Valley State

Nov 29th, 2009 | By Wintrhop Feed | Category: Sports

Senior Shanice Cole's double-double of 15 points and 14 rebounds led Winthrop's women's basketball team to a 72-59 victory Friday over Utah Valley in the opening game of the Wingate Thanksgiving Classic.



Salvation Army will accept credit, debit card donations at 2 Rock Hill area stores

Nov 28th, 2009 | By topix.com | Category: News

The red kettle is going high-tech this year. Shoppers flocking to area stores today will find one more reason to swipe the plastic: Salvation Army leaders are testing kettles that allow donations from credit and debit cards.



Cole’s double-double lifts Lady Eagles pasy Utah Valley State

Nov 28th, 2009 | By Wintrhop Feed | Category: Sports

Senior Shanice Cole's double-double of 15 points and 14 rebounds led Winthrop's women's basketball team to a 72-59 victory Friday over Utah Valley in the opening game of the Wingate Thanksgiving Classic.



Come to ChristmasVille 2009!

Nov 27th, 2009 | By RHTV19 | Category: Old Town, Video

Come to ChristmasVille 2009!

Did you ever open a storybook and want to step inside? Or dream of a simpler time – filled with music and merriment and festive folks brimming with good cheer? If so, then bundle up the family and become part of the whimsical world of Vernon Grant! Once again in December the [...]



Police bust underage parties in Fort Mill, Rock Hill

Nov 27th, 2009 | By topix.com | Category: News

Deputies charged 24 area teens and adults after busting a bonfire party where they say dozens of people under 21 had been drinking.



Rock Hill weighs more public transit options

Nov 26th, 2009 | By topix.com | Category: News

Two years after launching a van-on-demand service that has steadily gained ridership, Rock Hill leaders are considering more options.



Cops: Mom leaves baby who’s positive for drugs

Nov 26th, 2009 | By topix.com | Category: News

Police are looking for a mother who left her newborn baby at a South Carolina hospital with cocaine and marijuana in the infant’s system.



Schiller Law Firm in Rock Hill moves, adds jobs

Nov 26th, 2009 | By topix.com | Category: News

A Rock Hill law office has moved to a larger office on Oakland Avenue. Attorney Bennett J. Schiller III with Schiller Law said the firm’s new home will allow for more services.



Eagles open conference schedule with pair of big games

Nov 25th, 2009 | By Wintrhop Feed | Category: Sports

Next week is huge for Big South Conference teams, with nine league games scheduled from Thursday through Saturday.



Fort Mill Area Council Executive Meeting 11/26/2009 4:00 PM – 11/26/2009

Nov 25th, 2009 | By York County Regional Chamber Feed | Category: Business, Events


Event: Winthrop’s 20th Annual Holiday Pottery Sale at Rutledge Building, Winthrop University, Fri, Dec 4 12:00p

Nov 25th, 2009 | By Shelby Star Feed | Category: Events, Old Town, Random

Sale to showcase work of Winthrop students and faculty, including featured artist Jennifer Mecca. Rutledge Hall, Room G-10.



Event: Winthrop University presents the Olde English Madrigal Feaste at McBryde Hall, Winthrop University, Fri, Dec 4 7:00p

Nov 25th, 2009 | By Shelby Star Feed | Category: Events, Old Town, Random

Winthrop University’s McBryde Hall will be transformed into a 16th-century Christmas gala filled with the voices of madrigal singers, the acrobatics of gymnasts, the antics of jesters and minstrels and the smells of a Renaissance-era feast. Ticket sales end Nov. 30.



Event: Winthrop University Senior Choreography Showcase at Johnson Hall Theatre, Winthrop University, Fri, Dec 4 8:00p

Nov 25th, 2009 | By Shelby Star Feed | Category: Events, Old Town, Random

Event to showcase dance works choreographed by senior dance majors, featuring a wide variety of styles, including modern, jazz, hip-hop, ballet and more.



Students charged with pot at Dutchman Creek Middle

Nov 25th, 2009 | By topix.com | Category: News

Two students at Dutchman Creek Middle School have been charged after police say one gave marijuana to another to sell in the bathroom.



Rock Hill School Board November Business Meeting Action Item Results

Nov 25th, 2009 | By Jim Vining | Category: Education, Feature

The Rock Hill School Board took the following action at it’s regularly scheduled November business meeting on Monday, November 23, 2009:

Voted 7-0 to approve the following consent agenda items; minutes, personnel recommendations; 2 overnight field trip requests; an amended 2009-10 budget; and Jim Vining’s January board compensation to the Northside Elementary School of the Arts.
Voted [...]



Actor Trey Moore Makes Sparkle City Shine

Nov 24th, 2009 | By The Winthrop Eye | Category: Random

By Brittany Guilfoyle
At 23 years old, he’s already worked alongside country music star Taylor Swift and movie icon George Clooney. He’s been featured on TMZ.com, E! News and Inside Edition. Cosmopolitan Magazine named him “South Carolina Bachelor of the Year” in 2007.
Trey Moore, from Spartanburg, S.C., has come a long way since [...]