Hickory
Morning News
Friday, February 13th, 2026
Good morning, Hickory. Here's your local news at a glance for Friday, the 13th of February.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Graystone Eye Missions formed a Community Advisory Board with civic, business, and health care leaders to strengthen local ties and expand mission work. The board is set to guide future projects for deeper community impact. Hickory Daily Record
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ A water leak shut down a section of 12th Street Drive Northwest until at least Friday night, according to the city's social media post — drivers are advised to seek alternative routes. Hickory Daily Record
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ Frye Regional Medical Center has added a new linear accelerator that delivers precise cancer treatment and enhances patient care + strengthening its role in local health services. Hickory Daily Record
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ On Wednesday, Feb. 12, Lenoir-Rhyne’s men's basketball team beat Newberry 74-67, with Akili Evans scoring 19 and Junior Hodnett hitting four threes to secure the win. The Bears improved to 19-6 and will face Mars Hill Saturday at 4:00 p.m. WHKY
- ➤ The Lenoir-Rhyne women’s basketball team beat Newberry 72-57 on Feb. 12 (away game), with Aaliyah El scoring 22 points and freshman Trista Charles adding 12. The Bears will travel to Mars Hill on Saturday to continue their conference play. 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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2026 Academy Awards Viewing Party
6:30-11:30 p.m. — Main Cellar City Club — Free for members, $10 for guests — Celebrate cinema at a lively viewing party with refreshments and an Oscar contest.
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