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Rock Hill and Charlotte cemeteries were just sold in a multi-state deal

Yes, final resting places can still get a new owner. That's what happened on Tuesday to thousands of people buried across Rock Hill and Charlotte, and others who plan to be. Florida cemetery, funeral and cremation company Everstory Partners bought Pennsylvania-based Life Remembered for an undisclosed amount. The deal adds 27 cemeteries in five states for Everstory, including two in Rock Hill and one in Charlotte.

Rock Hill, SC · 2d
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Tega Cay Sun

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Lane Closures Planned on I-77 Northbound for Bridge Repairs

The South Carolina Department of Transportation will close two northbound lanes of Interstate 77 over Celanese Road (SC 161) beginning Sunday, Nov. 15, for bridge repairs in York County. The closures will affect the two left lanes of I-77 northbound between mile markers 81 and 82. Work is scheduled to begin at 7 p.m. Sunday...

York County, SC · 1d

Queen City News

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Indian Land man convicted for defacing Charlotte Jewish buildings with antisemitic images

The flyers included threatening messages and depicted a hangman’s noose, a swastika and a Totenkopf or “death’s head."

Charlotte, NC · 4d

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Assistant principal in York County officially fired after unanimous vote

YORK, S.C. (WBTV) - The school board unanimously approved the firing of an assistant principal in York County on Tuesday. York School District One said in a news release on Nov. 10, that York Comprehensive High School assistant principal Charles Drakeford would be fired, pending board approval. That approval came...

York County, SC · 3d
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WSOC Charlotte

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Waxhaw veteran who helped capture Saddam Hussein leads global aid organization

An Army veteran of 21 years has closed that chapter of his life and opened a new one in Waxhaw, bringing missionaries across transportation barriers around the world to bring humanitarian aid to people in remote communities.

Waxhaw, NC · 3d

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Atlas Copco Expands Rock Hill Operations, Adding 100 Jobs at Fifth Local Facility

A new 200,000-square-foot manufacturing center marks another major investment in York County, strengthening the region’s position as a growing manufacturing hub. Rock Hill, South Carolina, continues to attract significant manufacturing investment, as global industrial manufacturer Atlas Copco expands its local footprint with the opening of a new facility expected to bring approximately 100 jobs to the area.

Rock Hill, SC · 3d

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North Carolina HOA Moves To Block Homeowner's 60,000-Light Christmas Display

North Carolina homeowner Neil Heuer is feuding with his HOA over his extravagant Halloween and Christmas light displays.

Waxhaw, NC · 1d

WSPA 7News

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Javeayah’s Law proposed to strengthen SC child safety protections

One South Carolina lawmaker said she has heard too many stories about children falling through the cracks at the SC Department of Social Services.

South Carolina · 1d

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New faces join Rock Hill Schools Board of Trustees two weeks after contentious high school rezoning vote

ROCK HILL — Three trustees joined the Rock Hill Schools Board of Trustees on Nov. 10, and a fourth left, leaving only three trustees with previous experience on the board. Zach Oxendine (District 2), Tyler Williams (District 4) and At-Large Trustee Matt Hiers were sworn in at the start of the meeting.

Rock Hill, SC · 3d

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Catawba Nation Unveils Life Village Preview at Rock Hill Heritage Festival

The Catawba Nation is throwing open the doors of its cultural center in Rock Hill on Nov. 21 for the annual Yap Yè Iswà Festival, a free, all-day celebration that this year includes a first look at a brand-new living-history exhibit called the Catawba Life Village. The festival runs from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. at the Catawba Cultural Center on Tom Steven Road, and organizers say it remains open to anyone who wants to learn about the tribe's traditions, from pottery to language to dance.

Rock Hill, SC · 1d

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Rock Hill Navy Veteran Ditches His Cane After Robotic Spine Surgery

William “Pete” Wallace enlisted in the U.S. Navy in 1973, “right out of high school,” and spent years serving before a back injury sustained after his military service ended slowly chipped away at his mobility. For years, he relied on a cane just to get around. Now, after spinal surgery at a Piedmont Medical Network hospital in Rock Hill, South Carolina, he’s walking on his own again, covering up to four miles a day.

Rock Hill, SC · 1d

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South Carolina Spotlight: Souls for Their Feet drive -- and other news across the state

YORK COUNTY, S.C. (WBTV) - Clover’s annual Highland Games are returning Saturday at New Centre Park from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. The event celebrates the shared heritage between Clover and its sister city Larne, Northern Ireland. Visitors can catch traditional Highland athletics, live music, crafts, and local vendors. Athletes of all skill levels are invited to take part.

South Carolina · 9h

WSOC Charlotte

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Your704 Weekender: Here’s what’s happening in Charlotte Nov 13-15

Looking for something to do this weekend? Here’s what’s happening around Charlotte.

Charlotte, NC · 2d

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Huntersville board approves land annexations; Palillo proposes ordinance changes

HUNTERSVILLE – The town of Huntersville grew by more than 192 acres at the Nov. 2 town board meeting, where commissioners voted unanimously to annex two areas into town limits. Commissioners adopted an annexation ordinance to bring Shea Homes’ Carolina’s Westmoreland Farms, which comprises nearly 184 acres across 13...

Huntersville, NC · 3d

WSOC Charlotte

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This city ranks No. 31 on new list of best small cities in America

Livability.com weighed 100 data points across eight categories: economy; housing and cost of living; amenities; transportation; environment; safety; education; and health.

Huntersville, NC · 2d

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NC lawmaker plans bill to break up one of the largest school districts in U.S., board member says

CHARLOTTE, NC (WSOC) — A lawmaker from Union County is planning on introducing a bill to break up Charlotte-Mecklenburg Schools, according to CMS Board Member Anna London. She confirmed that Rep. David Willis’s staff contacted her office to let her know about the plan to break up the state’s second-largest school district.

Charlotte, NC · 3d

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11-12-26: Fallout From Proposed CMS Breakup

Tune in here to this Thursday’s edition of Breaking With Brett Jensen!. Breaking with Brett Jensen kicks the show off by talking about a proposal from North Carolina State Representative David Willis to potentially break up Charlotte-Mecklenburg Schools into smaller school systems. Brett revisits his exclusive interview with Willis and discusses the growing concerns surrounding CMS, including ongoing state and federal investigations into the district’s finances and leadership.

Charlotte, NC · 1d

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North Carolina Ranked #2 for Worst Drivers in America — South Carolina Ranked #3

Charlotte-area drivers may finally have some data to back up their complaints about traffic on both sides of the state line. A new LendingTree study ranks North Carolina as having the second-worst drivers in America. South Carolina tied for third, placing nearly the entire Charlotte region among the nation’s highest-ranked states for driving incidents.

North Carolina · 3d

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The decline of Charlotte's queer third spaces

Charlotte, North Carolina, a small yet growing city in the South, has a surprisingly rich history when it comes to queer spaces. In 1968, a prominent venue emerged known as The Scorpio. A pioneer in queer spaces in terms of diversity and inclusivity, Scorpio is still in business today. With such a pillar still around, you would think queer spaces are valued and protected. Unfortunately, that is not the case.

Charlotte, NC · 5d