WRHI-AM (Rock Hill, SC)

WRHI is a news and talk radio station based in Rock Hill, South Carolina. It operates on an AM frequency of 1340 kHz and also transmits on 100.1 FM through translator W261CP. The station is owned by OTS Media Group, with its studios and transmitter situated in different locations within Rock Hill.

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Offshore Drilling Reconsidered Off South Carolina Coast

6 days ago | wrhi.com | Patrick Byrne

Offshore oil drilling is once again under federal consideration for the South Carolina coastline, a prospect that runs counter to strong local sentiment. The Bureau of Ocean Energy Management (BOEM) is currently revising its five-year plan, a process that includes evaluating potential sites for oil exploration along the American coast. Over the past decade, there have been pushes at the national level to expand domestic energy production.
McMaster Vetoes Bill to Clear Outdated Gun Charges

1 week ago | wrhi.com | Patrick Byrne

Governor Henry McMaster has once again vetoed a bill that would have automatically dismissed hundreds of pending gun charges in South Carolina. These charges are for offenses no longer considered crimes under the state’s permitless carry law, enacted last year. For two years in a row, a bipartisan effort to clear these cases passed the General Assembly with strong support, only to be rejected by the Governor.
Rock Hill Schools Welcomes Dr. Deborah Elder as New Superintendent

1 week ago | wrhi.com | Patrick Byrne

Press Release for the new Rock Hill Superintendent: Following a successful meet-and-greet and thoughtful discussion, the Rock Hill Schools Board of Trustees is pleased to announce Dr. Deborah Elder as our next Superintendent. Her contract was unanimously approved in a 7-0 vote at the Board Meeting on Wednesday, May 28th, and she will officially begin her role on July 1, 2025. Dr. Elder is a nationally respected leader in education, known for driving innovation and transformation.
Volvo temporarily suspends production at SC plant citing parts shortages

1 week ago | wrhi.com | Patrick Byrne

South Carolina Daily Gazette By: David WrenVolvo Cars temporarily halted production at its Lowcountry plant this week because of a parts shortage but said it had solved the problem by Friday afternoon. “We have been working to resolve the issue as quickly as possible and production will resume on Saturday,” a Volvo spokesperson said.
South Carolina Lawmakers Poised for Significant Pay Increase

1 week ago | wrhi.com | Patrick Byrne

Members of the South Carolina General Assembly are on the verge of receiving a substantial pay raise, following the approval of their 2026 budget. The budget includes a provision that would more than double their current salaries, which have remained unchanged since 1990. Currently, state lawmakers earn $1,000 per month. If the budget bill is signed into law by Republican Governor Henry McMaster, their monthly compensation will increase to $2,500.
I-77/SC 160 Interchange Undergoes Overnight Traffic Shift for Bridge Construction

1 week ago | wrhi.com | Patrick Byrne

Motorists traveling on I-77 and S.C. 160 are advised to prepare for significant overnight traffic pattern changes today, May 30th, and tomorrow, May 31st, as construction continues on the widening of the S.C. 160 bridge over I-77. From 11 p.m. to 6 a.m. on both Friday, May 30th, and Saturday, May 31st, all northbound traffic on I-77 will be detoured up and down the existing ramps at the S.C. 160 interchange.
South Carolina Enacts Law Against Nonconsensual Image Sharing, Including AI Deepfakes

1 week ago | wrhi.com | Patrick Byrne

Governor Henry McMaster and Lieutenant Governor Pamela S. Evette, joined by members of the General Assembly, participated in a ceremonial signing for H. 3058. This new law establishes criminal penalties for the unauthorized disclosure of intimate images, commonly known as “revenge porn,” and modernizes state statutes to address the use of artificial intelligence (AI) and computer-generated technology in creating false or manipulated intimate images.
Proposed Federal Medicaid Cuts Raise Concerns for South Carolina Healthcare

1 week ago | wrhi.com | Patrick Byrne

A recent vote in the U.S. House of Representatives on a sweeping reconciliation bill could significantly impact millions of Americans relying on Medicaid, including those in South Carolina. The bill proposes nearly one trillion dollars in cuts to the healthcare system, potentially leading to the loss of health coverage for over 13.7 million people nationwide.
“Stop Silfab” publishes letter in response to York County release

1 week ago | wrhi.com | Steven Stone

For IMMEDIATE RELEASEFORT MILL, SC— Tuesday, May 27, York County issued a carefully worded statement devoid of facts, which furthers due process by deference to Silfab, not diligence to the citizens of Fort Mill. York County historically only comments on legal matters when they feel the need to control the narrative, deceiving the public. There have been ongoing failed communications urging counsel and staff to obey the law of the BZA determination, which has now necessitated this statement.
Fort Mill to Host “Summer Beach Bash” at Walter Elisha Park

1 week ago | wrhi.com | Patrick Byrne

The Town of Fort Mill will present its “Summer Beach Bash” on Friday, June 6, from 6 p.m. to 9 p.m. The event will take place at the Fort Mill Amphitheater in Walter Elisha Park, located at 345 N. White Street. Attendees can look forward to live music performances by “Buffett & Beyond,” offering “The Ultimate Tropical Experience” with their Buffett Tribute, and “Yacht Rock Gold Experience,” playing favorite Yacht Rock tunes. A wide array of food trucks will be on hand.