Good morning, Hickory.

Catawba County Women Who Care, established in 2023, has announced four 2025 meetings to benefit local nonprofits, having already contributed over $100,000 and secured $25,000 in matching funds for six organizations.

Catawba County United Way, through partnerships, facilitated meal provisions for displaced residents of Hickory Gardens senior living apartments after a fire.

Ian Maurice McMahon, 30, was sentenced to 7-10 years for attempting to traffic fentanyl and methamphetamine in Catawba County after a guilty plea.

Hickory City Schools has scheduled the 2025-2026 school year to begin on August 25, with breaks planned around major holidays to facilitate uninterrupted learning and testing periods.

Rian R., an eighth grader at Northview Middle School, won the 2025 Hickory City Schools spelling bee with the word 'irrigation' and will compete in the Carolina Panthers Regional Spelling Bee.

The Lenoir-Rhyne Women's Triathlon Team, along with six of its members, were honored as Scholar All-Americans by the Collegiate Triathlon Coaches Association for their academic and athletic achievements.

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.

North Carolina Cattlemen's Association Annual Convention

The event is the largest cattle industry gathering in the Carolinas, featuring an educational program and a major trade show for cattle producers.

Western Piedmont Symphony Masterworks: Symphony Swings Featuring Doreen Ketchens

An evening of classic American jazz music featuring renowned clarinetist Doreen Ketchens performing alongside the Western Piedmont Symphony.