As temperatures in Rock Hill climb higher and higher this week, it’s hard to believe that school is just about to crank back up again. Here at Rock Hill Coca-Cola Bottling Company, we care deeply about the schools in our community and have always been active and avid supporters. With that in mind, check out […]
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 […]
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 […]
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 […]
Of all the wonderful events in the Rock Hill community that the Rock Hill Coca-Cola Bottling Company sponsors, the Come See Me Festival is one of the best. Now in its 55th year, the Come See Me Festival brings delight and fun for ten days! With events ranging from tea parties to beach bashes, Broadway […]
Proud to Be a Donor Throughout its history the Rock Hill Coca-Cola Bottling Company has been an active and engaged member of the community. In addition to providing a steady flow of delicious Coca-Cola products to the citizens of York County over the years, it has also supported and donated to many organizations and causes. […]
William Mark Mauldin Begins His Journey with Coca-Cola William Mark Mauldin grew up on a farm in Flowery Branch, Georgia. He hated life on the farm and promised himself that one day he would leave the farm as quickly as possible to work anywhere else. Mark and other young men often rode the train to […]
Rock Hill, South Carolina is a great place to live, work, and play. And everyone knows that life is better with an ice-cold Coca-Cola in your hand. The very best combination of all? Enjoying your Coke while you’re enjoying Rock Hill. The next time you want to get out and about, grab a few of […]
Luther Snyder’s Biography The Coca-Cola Bottler’s Newsletter of 1947 provides a biography of Luther Snyder and his involvement with Coca-Cola Bottling Company in Charlotte, North Carolina. Luther was working on his father’s farm in Clark County, Virginia, and was engaged to Miss Alfreta Crisman. Miss Crisman was related to Mr. J.T. Lupton, one of the […]
Even though it’s the shortest month, February will still bring plenty of opportunities for fun in the Rock Hill area. With winter weather driving most activities indoors, you’ll find lots of options in the theaters. Samson: The Last Judge The NarroWay Theatre and Conference Center in Fort Mill will put on a dinner show featuring famed […]