Hickory Local News – Wednesday, February 12th, 2025

Hickory Morning News

Wednesday, February 12th, 2025

COMMUNITY NEWS

➤ Downtown Hickory's parking deck will be closed for three months starting February 17 for maintenance. Hickory Daily Record
➤ The scheduled road closure on 5th Street N.E. in Hickory has been postponed due to weather, with new dates set for February 17-19 to install a water tap. WHKY

CRIME NEWS

➤ Jason Travis Shook, a 42-year-old from Conover, N.C., received a 17.5-year prison sentence for methamphetamine distribution and illegal firearm possession. Go Foothills
➤ Megan Gail Shook was arrested and charged with two counts of assault after a non-fatal shooting incident at a Waffle House in Hickory. WHKY
➤ Two men from Lenoir have been charged with attempted murder following a shooting incident near the Budget Inn Express in Hickory. Hickory Daily Record

ECONOMY NEWS

➤ The labor force in the Hickory metro area has decreased by 1,750 people over the past year, continuing a trend from its peak in December 2000. Hickory Daily Record

SHOP NEWS

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SPORTS NEWS

➤ Lenoir-Rhyne's Alexis Brown was named the South Atlantic Conference Indoor Track Athlete of the Week after standout performances in the 60m and 200m dashes, including a Division II-leading time. WHKY

HICKORY EVENTS

EVENTS

SUBMIT EVENT

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.

Fri, 2/21/25

Friday, February 21st, 2025
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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.

Sat, 2/22/25

Saturday, February 22nd, 2025
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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.

Sun, 3/2/25

Sunday, March 2nd, 2025
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HICKORY REAL ESTATE

REAL ESTATE

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HICKORY JOB BOARD

JOB BOARD

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HICKORY ANNOUNCEMENTS

ANNOUNCEMENTS

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