Hickory
Morning News
Tuesday, January 13th, 2026
Good morning, Hickory. Here's your local news at a glance for Tuesday, the 13th of January.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ The City of Hickory Community Relations Council is accepting applications for the 2026 Human Relations Awards to honor local individuals and organizations who promote good human relations; applications are due by Friday, Feb. 27 and winners will be recognized at the Multicultural Festival at Union Square on Saturday, April 25. Go Foothills
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ Hickory Public Library and My Chapter House are launching Hickory Reads as a city-wide reading initiative that invites residents to join group discussions and book-themed events at local sites. The program spotlights ‘The Correspondent’ by Virginia Evans and will feature the author as a speaker on Saturday, April 25 (at the Hickory Literary Festival). Go Foothills
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ The University City Commission will host the Careers. Well Crafted. Career Fair at the Hickory Metro Convention Center on Wednesday, Feb. 4 from 3-6 p.m. — a drop-in event offering interview help, résumé advice, mentoring, and complimentary headshots for students and community members. WHKY
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Collin Raye Concert
7:30-9 p.m. — Newton Performing Arts Center — Ticket prices vary — Experience soulful country ballads from the passionate Collin Raye.
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L.A.T.E. Night On the Go: Mona's Eyes
5-7 p.m. — My Chapter House — $60; $50 Members — Engage in a book and art club featuring a heartfelt journey through art and family bonds.
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Poison'Us & Kings of Noise
7-10 p.m. — The Premier — Tickets starting at $17.45 — Experience the ultimate Poison tribute and rock out with Kings of Noise playing the greatest hits.
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Candlelight Concert: Tribute to Queen and The Beatles
6:30-7:30 p.m. — Drendel Auditorium — Tickets available — Experience the magic of tribute performances in a unique candlelight setting.
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TODAY'S FOOD FOR THOUGHT
A person who never made a mistake never tried anything new.
~ Albert Einstein
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