Thursday, January 16th, 2025
Good morning, Hickory. Here's your local news at a glance for Thursday, the 16th of January.
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ A 75-year-old man from Conover, convicted of murder in 1990, receives an 8-11 year prison sentence for stabbing two adults and accidentally injuring a toddler. Go Foothills
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ The Lenoir-Rhyne women's basketball team defeated Anderson 67-65, ending a three-game losing streak and marking their second road victory of the season. WHKY
- ➤ The Lenoir-Rhyne Men's Basketball team defeated Anderson 78-74, marking their first win at Anderson since 2017 and snapping the Trojan's five-game winning streak. WHKY
- ➤ High school basketball games across various conferences showcased dominant performances and decisive victories on Tuesday, January 14, 2025. WHKY
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Inaugural Picklin' for Profits Charity Pickleball Tournament
This charity tournament will benefit the Education Foundation for Catawba County Schools, supporting student scholarships and teacher grants.
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TODAY'S FOOD FOR THOUGHT
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