Good morning, Hickory.

North Carolina Emergency Management officials advise residents to prepare for winter weather by checking local forecasts and keeping charged mobile devices, emergency kits and pet supplies.

They recommend using NOAA+ weather radios for alerts and dressing in layers to stay safe during freezing conditions.

The City of Hickory Community Relations Council is offering grants for the 2025-2026 fiscal year; qualified groups (nonprofits, churches, schools) must submit applications by Friday, Feb.

27 at noon, with grant workshops on Monday, Feb. 2 at Ridgeview Branch Library and Saturday, Feb. 21 at Patrick Beaver Memorial Library.

The Caldwell County America 250 Committee will open the 'Our Story: The History of Caldwell County' exhibit Monday, Jan.

26 with a reception at 4:30 p.m. at Alden Starnes County Office Plaza in Lenoir— the permanent display uses an America250 grant to highlight key events in our local history.

Governor Stein declared a state of emergency on Thursday during a media briefing as state crews pretreated roads and stocked salt supplies ahead of a major winter storm; officials urged residents to limit travel in preparation for hazardous conditions expected Saturday.

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.

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.

Love Music: An Evening of Romance and Strings

5:30-6:30 p.m. — Drendel Auditorium — Cost info not provided — Enjoy a romantic night of candlelit music with the WPS Maestro's Quartet.

Pigeon Forge Crew Concert

6-8 p.m. — The Premier — Ticket information available — Enjoy a night of music with the Pigeon Forge Crew at this local venue.