Fred Faircloth, III Takes the Helm Rock Hill Coca-Cola Bottling Company entered into the 21st century with a new leader at the helm. Fred Faircloth, III, grandson of William Mark Mauldin, had served several years as the general manager. His mentor and uncle, Billy Mauldin, had provided Fred exposure and training in a variety of […]
The pinnacle of summer in the USA is July 4th. During the first week of July, communities across the country celebrate Independence Day with gatherings showing civic and national pride. From parades to parties to the traditional fireworks shows, the collective shindig of July 4th gives us all something to be happy about. Several events are happening […]
It’s almost July 4th, and that means three things: 1. It’s gonna be hot, hot, hot in Rock Hill; 2. Folks will be celebrating Independence Day; and 3. Everyone will want an All American frozen treat for the hot summer holiday. There’s not much more American than Coke, and a good old-fashioned Coke float with […]
Summer Time Is Fun Time Summer is here and is in full swing. And summer means two things: the kids are out of school and the temperatures are heating up. Check out these six ways to beat the heat and keep the kids busy during a delightful summer in Rock Hill. Bowling at Strikers Family […]
William Mark “Billy” Mauldin, Jr. graduated from Winthrop Training School and later the University of Virginia where he was a member of Sigma Chi Fraternity. The dream of becoming a pilot motivated Billy to secretly take flying lessons in Rock Hill. At the graduation, Winthrop College President Sheldon Phelps presented wings to members of the War […]
It’s Memorial Day weekend, and that means the kickoff to the cookout season. The race is on to see who can throw the best backyard bash. Follow these tips to host the event that will make you the envy of the neighborhood. Plan Ahead There’s nothing worse than cranking up the propane grill only to […]
The Rock Hill community has a lot to be proud of. From the beginning the Rock Hill Coca-Cola Bottling Company has taken an interest in and made an investment in this wonderful area. One of the most unique features to the region isn’t a person or an institution, but a flower. The Rocky Shoals Spider […]
May is the month for strawberries. If you went to the South Carolina Strawberry Festival in Fort Mill earlier this month, you probably came home with buckets of strawberries. What to do with all of those delicious berries? Cobbler? Cereal topping? With cream? All of those options are, of course, wonderful, but nothing beats a […]
Some sayings become great truths. The truism that there is a strong and supportive woman behind every successful man is descriptive of the relationship of Mayme and Mark Mauldin. Mayme never wavered in her belief that Mark would be a successful businessman. Her unfaltering loyalty and encouragement would be the mainstay in their marriage and […]
Summer is just around the corner and life is already heating up in Rock Hill. The weather should be great this month, perfect for popping open an ice-cold Coke and getting over to one of the many outdoor events taking place in and around Rock Hill during the month of May. Pick-n-Flick On Thursday May […]