Hickory
Morning News
Saturday, February 7th, 2026
Good morning, Hickory. Here's your local news at a glance for Saturday, the 7th of February.
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ Lenoir-Rhyne beat Columbus State 17-7 in its season opener on Friday, Feb. 6 in Hickory after five games were canceled due to weather. Matt Procopio hit two home runs (earning three RBIs) while the Bears secured a 1-0 start. WHKY
- ➤ On Feb. 6, 2026, 2025 All-American Mackenzie Wainwright (a Division II standout) was named to the USA Baseball Golden Spikes Award Preseason Watch List by Lenoir-Rhyne Athletics. He set NCAA DII records with 121 hits and 234 total bases last season, making him the only Division II player selected. WHKY
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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.
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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.
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