Here's your local news at a glance for Wednesday, the 21st of May.
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🚨 Crime
On May 19, 70-year-old Cathy Carpenter allegedly fired five shots through a closed door at her Windsong Forest Road home in Clover during a family dispute over living arrangements—York County SWAT entered the home after a three and a half hour standoff with no reported injuries and took her into custody.
On May 19th, 2025, a tense standoff unfolded in Clover when 70-year-old Cathy Carpenter allegedly fired about five shots through a closed door at her Windsong Forest Road home during a family dispute—and after a three and a half hour siege, SWAT arrested her—without any injuries.
🏛️ Government
Silfab Solar's attorneys argued that Council members Tom Audette and Debi Cloninger misled local citizens by urging officials to issue a cease and desist for its plant, calling the request illegal—potentially exposing the County to significant liability.
Citizens protested concerns over hazardous chemicals at recent meetings, and the council's suggestion was not added to the agenda.
On May 19, York County Council discussed highway improvements in Fort Mill and Rock Hill, budget amendments, and public concerns over Silfab Solar permits near schools—all while approving motions for transportation projects and dedicated funding such as for the Jack Armor Memorial Bridge. Public forum speakers urged permit revocation and safety checks as the council addressed infrastructure upgrades and budget reallocations.
🏈 Sports
Catawba Ridge won game one 5-1 at Indian Land High on May 20 as pitcher Caden Glauber led the Copperheads with seven strong innings and key hits.
The team will host game two on May 22 at Catawba Ridge to try to close out the series.
The Nation Ford golf team finished fifth in the state at the 5A Division II tournament held at The Cliffs at the Mountain Course in Greenville County with a two-day total of 590, including a school record 292 on day two—Carson Smith made All-State with a 144.
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Annie Haden Performance
8-11 p.m. — Brew's Tavern — Check website for entry fee — Experience the musical melodies of Annie Haden performed by Matt Swanson.
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