Wednesday, January 14th, 2026
Good morning, Hickory. Here's your local news at a glance for Wednesday, the 14th of January.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Blue Ridge Piedmont Chapter of the Red Cross is recruiting volunteers to join its Home Fire Disaster Action Team and Shelter Team to help families affected by home fires and emergencies. The call for help comes as winter conditions increase fire risks — sign up to support local neighbors in need. Go Foothills
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ Several hospitals enforce age-based visitor limits amid increased flu activity. UNC Health Blue Ridge & Caldwell, effective Jan. 5, restrict visitors 11 and younger in inpatient areas, while Catawba Valley Health in Hickory, effective Dec. 30, bans children under 13 except in special cases; Frye Medical Center has no restrictions. Go Foothills
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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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