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Yahoo
02-05-2025
- Politics
- Yahoo
SC governor asks for $21.1M for elementary school SROs, lawmakers provide only $3.7M
South Carolina Governor Henry said the state needs to put an officer in every public school. But time is running out for lawmakers to provide funds. Sheriff Barry Faile told Channel 9's Tina Terry that he envisions a School Resource Officer in every elementary school in the state. But that dream is not yet a reality. 'The parents want to know their kids are going to a safe environment,' Faile said. Governor McMaster asked lawmakers for $21.1 million to put toward placing a school resource officer in the remaining 177 schools in the state without them. But his office said the 'House Ways and Means Budget Committee (has) only provided an additional $3.7 million for the SRO grant program.' And they only have a few days to support the request, with the legislative session ending on Thursday. READ: Rock Hill High School names new head football coach The governor said Lancaster County, Rock Hill, and Fort Mill Schools are all impacted by the lack of funding. Lancaster County has seven schools without a full-time SRO, Fort Mill Schools has five, and Rock Hill Schools has eight. Sheriff Faile told Terry he hopes lawmakers will invest in protecting and nurturing the county's most vulnerable children. 'Every agency wants that officer in that setting, but the funding is the problem,' he said. Rock Hill and Fort Mill Schools have both hired security guards at schools without SROs. And both school districts have said they support the request to get SROs in these schools. WATCH: Rock Hill High School names new head football coach
Yahoo
02-05-2025
- Climate
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Pinehurst No. 4 to close this summer for greens restoration
A North Carolina golf resort has closed one of its most popular courses for the summer, according to a release. The Pinehurst Resort in Moore County announced this week that it will be shutting down Pinehurst No. 4 for full greens restoration. Advertisement ALSO READ: Volunteers gearing up for May's PGA Championship in south Charlotte The course will be closed from May 19 through August 6 for the repairs. 'Earlier this spring, based on input from agronomy experts, we were optimistic the greens would recover from a challenging winter,' the statement read. 'Unfortunately, conditions have not improved. A recent follow-up report confirmed that the greens require a complete restoration.' Course officials said that if you are visiting Pinehurst this summer and your trip includes a round on the No. 4 course, you will be reassigned to another course. The resort recently held the U.S. Open on Pinehurst No. 2 last summer. (WATCH BELOW: Rock Hill High School names new head football coach)
Yahoo
15-03-2025
- Sport
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Rock Hill wins county Quiz Bowl tournament
Mar. 15—Ten teams faced off on Thursday for the Ironmaster Quiz Bowl tournament at Ohio University Southern. The event, organized by the Lawrence County ESC is a double elimination tournament among the county's high school's. Rock Hill High School emerged as the winner, having gone undefeated throughout the day. The team, coached by Tamela Reed, consisted of Isaiah Fuhr, Macy Workman, Orlando Long, Zach O'Bryant and Liam Yancy. Coming in second place was Dawson-Bryant, followed by Chesapeake and St. Joseph. St. Joseph High School was the senior winner for the school year, for individual school-to-school matches, Gretta Taylor, student services coordinator for the ESC, said.
Yahoo
13-03-2025
- Sport
- Yahoo
Lancaster Bruins win first state championship in boys' basketball
The Lancaster Bruins boys' basketball team has made history by winning their first state championship, marking a significant achievement for Lancaster High School. After several near misses, the Bruins secured the championship victory following an undefeated season in regional play. 'I believe in academics, character, and talent,' said Coach Jerron Cauthen, emphasizing the qualities that led to the team's success. Columbus Parker III, a junior on the team, shared his personal journey of overcoming an ACL injury to contribute to the championship win. 'The only people that would be able to stop ourselves would be ourselves,' said senior point guard Jordan Watford, highlighting the team's focus and determination. The Lancaster Bruins' victory is not just a triumph for the team but a source of inspiration for the entire Lancaster community. ALSO READ: Rock Hill High School wins state's first girls' wrestling championship The team hopes their success will encourage young people to pursue their dreams with focus and tenacity. Coach Jerron Cauthen praised the team's academic achievements, noting that they maintained a GPA of at least 4.0. He also highlighted that all seniors on the team are college-bound, reflecting their dedication both on and off the court. Watford expressed hope that their victory would inspire the younger generation to see positive paths and avoid negative influences. 'Hopefully, the young generation got inspired by that,' he said. The Lancaster Bruins' historic win not only brings pride to their school but also serves as a beacon of hope and motivation for the Lancaster community, demonstrating that hard work and perseverance can lead to great achievements. VIDEO: Rock Hill High School wins state's first girls' wrestling championship
