Local elections have a direct impact on the communities we call home, and it is the civic responsibility of the community to ensure that the individuals elected to office have the heart of the community in mind. On Nov. 3, Rock Hill voters will have the opportunity to help shape the future of Rock Hill schools by electing members of the Rock Hill School Board. With decisions surrounding students, educators, school facilities, budgets, policies and the overall direction of the

For Antonio Knox, entrepreneurship is about much more than owning a business. It is about creating something that protects people, strengthens families, and contributes to the economic health of the community. As founder of One Community Insurance Agency LLC, Antonio helps individuals, families, and business owners navigate decisions around health insurance, Medicare, life insurance, supplemental coverage, and employee benefits. At the center of that work is education. Antoni

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE August 20, 2026 ROCK HILL, S.C. — The Black Economic Leadership League of Rock Hill (B.E.L.L.) is bringing back its Kauffman FastTrac® program this fall, providing aspiring and early-stage entrepreneurs with an intensive learning experience designed to help turn ideas into sustainable businesses and position existing ventures for growth. Applications are now open for the next cohort, which will run from September 30 through December 16, 2026. Kauffman Fa

We’re proud to officially welcome Dr. Portia York as our Director of Strategic Development and Operations, a major step forward as we continue building the infrastructure to deepen our impact across Rock Hill.

The Black Economic Leadership League of Rock Hill (B.E.L.L.) is entering an exciting new chapter in our journey to advance Black economic mobility across Rock Hill. After years of community-driven work, volunteer leadership, and strategic growth, we are proud to announce that we are hiring our first paid staff member — a Part-Time Director of Strategic Development & Operations . This milestone represents more than just a new position. It reflects our continued commitment to

Sisters of Charity Foundation of South Carolina Continues Multi-Year Support of Black Economic Leadership League of Rock Hill Rock Hill, S.C. (December 23, 2025) — The Black Economic Leadership League of Rock Hill (B.E.L.L.) has received an additional grant from the Sisters of Charity Foundation of South Carolina to further its mission of advancing equitable economic opportunity and eliminating systemic barriers that limit upward mobility in Rock Hill. This most recent award

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