Rock Hill Business News
BUSINESS NEWS
Elisie’s Opens in Rock Hill, Honoring Civil Rights Legacy
News Summary A new speakeasy named Elisie’s has opened in Rock Hill, offering a unique drinking experience while honoring the city’s civil rights history. Situated at the former McCrory’s Five...
New VA Clinic Opening in Rock Hill Enhances Veteran Care
News Summary The new VA clinic in Rock Hill, South Carolina, is set to open on July 1, providing essential healthcare services to veterans in the region. With over 26,000...
Elisie’s: A New Speakeasy Celebrating Rock Hill’s History
News Summary Elisie’s has opened in Rock Hill, South Carolina, offering a unique speakeasy experience in a historic building. This establishment honors the civil rights legacy of the Friendship Nine,...
New VA Clinic Opening in Rock Hill to Serve Local Veterans
News Summary A new VA clinic is set to open in Rock Hill, SC on July 1, expanding access to health care services for local veterans. The facility aims to...
Rock Hill Opens New Speakeasy Elsie’s at Kounter
News Summary A new speakeasy named Elsie’s has opened in Rock Hill, SC, within a historically significant building that was once the site of a civil rights protest. The venue...
PSA Airlines to Move Headquarters to Charlotte, NC
News Summary PSA Airlines has announced plans to relocate its corporate headquarters from Dayton, Ohio, to Charlotte, North Carolina, aiming for completion by March 2026. The move will create over...
New VA Clinic Opens in Rock Hill, SC to Serve Local Veterans
News Summary The new Veterans Administration clinic in Rock Hill, SC, is set to open on July 1. Located at 459 Lakeshore Parkway, the clinic will improve healthcare access for...
Rock Hill City Council Approves $313 Million Budget
News Summary The Rock Hill City Council has unanimously approved a $313 million budget for the upcoming fiscal year. This budget includes fee increases for trash removal and sewage services...
River District Smiles Dentistry Expands Implant Services
News Summary River District Smiles Dentistry in Rock Hill is enhancing its dental services by introducing advanced dental implant options focused on patient comfort through sedation dentistry. This move is...
Finance
New VA Clinic Opening in Rock Hill to Serve Local Veterans
News Summary A new VA clinic is set to open in Rock Hill, SC on July 1, expanding access to health care services for local veterans. The facility aims to...
Rock Hill City Council Approves $313 Million Budget
News Summary The Rock Hill City Council has unanimously approved a $313 million budget for the upcoming fiscal year. This budget includes fee increases for trash removal and sewage services...
3D Systems Announces $92 Million Debt Restructuring Plan
News Summary 3D Systems plans to issue $92 million in convertible senior secured notes as part of its strategy to restructure debt and repurchase shares, closing on June 23, 2025....
Clover Area Assistance Center Expands Amid Food Insecurity
News Summary The Clover Area Assistance Center has opened a second building to enhance its food assistance services due to increasing food insecurity and federal funding cuts. The new facility...
Rock Hill’s KO-OP Kitchen Provides Growth for Local Food Startups
News Summary KO-OP Kitchen has opened in Rock Hill, offering commercial kitchen space for local food entrepreneurs. Owned by JayJay Poungthana-Uy, this facility supports various culinary businesses, meeting the growing...
Lancaster County Approves Tax Incentives for Atlas Copco
News Summary Lancaster County Council has authorized a 20-year tax incentive deal with Atlas Copco Compressors to aid their expansion by establishing a 400,000-square-foot distribution center. This project will invest...
Hissho Sushi Relocates Headquarters to Rock Hill, SC
News Summary Hissho Sushi, a leading sushi distributor, is moving its headquarters from Charlotte, NC to Rock Hill, SC, investing $5 million and creating 146 new jobs. The new facility...
Hissho Sushi Moves Headquarters to Rock Hill, SC, Adding 146 Jobs
News Summary Hissho Sushi, a major sushi distributor in the U.S., will relocate its headquarters to Rock Hill, SC, creating 146 new jobs. The move involves a $5 million investment...
Hissho Sushi Relocates Headquarters to Rock Hill, SC
News Summary Hissho Sushi, a leading sushi distributor in the U.S., is moving its corporate headquarters and distribution operations to Rock Hill, South Carolina, creating 146 new jobs. The move...
CONSTRUCTION
Rock Hill Pursues Economic Growth with Property Rezoning
News Summary Rock Hill is taking significant steps towards economic development by rezoning the former Carolina Panthers property into a general industrial use. This decision, recently recommended by the Planning...
Fort Mill Welcomes New Housing Development from Kolter Group
News Summary Kolter Group, a Florida-based company, is set to break ground on a significant new housing development in Fort Mill, proposing over 600 homes aimed primarily at senior residents....
Goodwyn Mills Cawood Opens New Office in Rock Hill
News Summary Goodwyn Mills Cawood (GMC), a respected architecture and engineering firm, has launched its fourth office in South Carolina, located in Rock Hill. Led by local vice president Tripp...
Lancaster City Empowers Farmers and Businesses
News Summary Lancaster City, Pennsylvania, is enhancing support for local farmers and businesses through a new survey aimed at understanding the challenges of farm ownership transitions. Launched on January 22,...
Rock Hill Advances Revitalization Plans for Former Herald Site
News Summary Rock Hill is witnessing a transformative development as the city council approves a financing plan for a 7.35-acre site previously housing The Herald’s newsroom. Designated as a municipal...
Rock Hill’s Surefire Market: Rising from the Ashes
News Summary Surefire Neighborhood Market in Rock Hill, a beloved convenience store for over 40 years, was severely damaged by a fire last summer. Co-owners Magloire Lubika and his brothers,...
Rock Hill Celebrates New CL&D Facility Opening
News Summary CL&D, a packaging manufacturer, has opened a new facility in Rock Hill, South Carolina, significantly boosting its production capabilities. The state-of-the-art plant features a 52” high-speed press and...
Columbia Employers Shine in Forbes Rankings
News Summary Columbia, South Carolina, is celebrating local employers who have been recognized in Forbes’ annual rankings of the best employers in America. Four large companies—Michelin, the University of South...
Surefire Market’s Uncertain Future After Devastating Fire
News Summary The Surefire Neighborhood Market in Rock Hill, a beloved community store for over 40 years, faces an uncertain future after a devastating fire last July. Co-owners Magloire Lubika...
Marketing
Komar Industries to Relocate Bace LLC, Creating 160 Jobs in York
News Summary Komar Industries has announced the relocation of its subsidiary, Bace LLC, from Charlotte, NC to York, SC, which will create 160 new jobs and involve an $11.5 million...
Real Estate
Rock Hill’s Gettys Center Faces Sale, Artists in Distress
News Summary The Tom S. Gettys Center in Rock Hill, SC, is being sold for $2.2 million, displacing local artists who have used the space for over three decades. City...
Rock Hill Real Estate Market Stabilizes with Increased Inventory
News Summary The Rock Hill real estate market has shown signs of stability as inventory levels rise and buyer confidence improves. The shift from a fast-paced market to a more...
Rock Hill Unveils New Affordable Duplexes to Address Homelessness
News Summary Rock Hill, South Carolina, recently inaugurated two new duplexes designed to support individuals transitioning from homelessness. Developed by the Housing Development Corporation, these units will provide affordable housing...
Hissho Sushi Relocates Headquarters to Rock Hill, SC
News Summary Hissho Sushi has announced its relocation of corporate headquarters and distribution operations to Rock Hill, South Carolina, with a $5 million investment. This move is expected to create...
Rock Hill Seeks $1 Million for Aspen Business Park Road Extension
News Summary Rock Hill business leaders are requesting $1 million from York County to fund a critical road extension at the Aspen Business Park, potentially creating over 1,000 jobs. The...
Rock Hill Takes Bold Step to Tackle Affordable Housing Shortage
News Summary Rock Hill is making significant strides to address its affordable housing crisis by launching a new development that will add 156 affordable homes. This initiative is part of...
Rock Hill Moves to Revitalize Former Panthers Headquarters
News Summary Rock Hill is set to transform the former Carolina Panthers headquarters into a vibrant economic hub. The planning commission has recommended a shift from commercial master plan to...
Rock Hill City Council to Vote on New Zoning for Panthers Site
News Summary The Rock Hill City Council is set to vote on a zoning proposal that could transform the 220-acre site once planned for a Carolina Panthers headquarters. With the...
Record Highs in Million-Dollar Home Sales Across Rock Hill Region
News Summary In March, the Rock Hill region saw a remarkable increase in million-dollar home sales, with 25 properties sold for $1 million or more. Fort Mill led with 10...
