Hickory
Morning News
Monday, February 3rd, 2025
Good morning, Hickory. Here's your local news at a glance for Monday, the 3rd of February.
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ Kayleigh Elizabeth Gambill, a former teacher at Woodlawn Baptist Church Child Development Center, was arrested on charges of assaulting eight children under 12. WHKY
- ➤ A former daycare worker at Woodlawn Baptist Child Development Center in Conover, N.C., has been charged with assaulting seven children under four years old. Go Foothills
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ The Hickory City Council will discuss FEMA grants for the Northeast Wastewater Treatment Facility and the Snow Creek Pump Station, and review the Unifour Hazard Mitigation Plan in their meeting on February 4. WHKY
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ The Lenoir-Rhyne Women's Basketball team overcame an early deficit to defeat the Carson-Newman Eagles 69-58, improving their season record. WHKY
- ➤ In a highly competitive double-overtime game, the Lenoir-Rhyne Bears were edged out 114-111 by the Carson-Newman Eagles despite standout performances from Julian Dozier and Ziare Wells. WHKY
- ➤ The Lenoir-Rhyne Men's Lacrosse team secured a 13-12 overtime victory against the Maryville Saints, marking their third consecutive season-opening win. WHKY
- ➤ The Lenoir-Rhyne Baseball team won both games against Trevecca Nazarene, kicking off the 2025 season with an impactful start under new leadership. 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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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.
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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.
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2025 Footcandle Academy Awards Viewing Party
The Footcandle Film Society hosts a viewing party for the Academy Awards featuring a contest for attendees and complimentary hors d'oeuvres at the Main Cellar City Club.
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