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Tuesday, February 18th, 2025
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Good morning, Hickory. Here's your local news at a glance for Tuesday, the 18th of February.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ The City of Hickory has scheduled multiple meetings this week, including Youth Council and Highland Neighborhood Association gatherings, and a program on 'Aging, Mental Health, & the Benefits of Exercise.' WHKY
ACCIDENTS NEWS
- ➤ Highway patrol locates a person of interest and vehicle in connection to a fatal hit and run in Conover, involving victim Donald Steven Ricker. Go Foothills
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ Marquel James Jackson, a 29-year-old from Lenoir, was arrested by Caldwell County Sheriff’s Deputies on multiple charges including attempted murder and attempted robbery. WHKY
- ➤ Jonathan William Rosenbaum, 51, faces multiple charges including possession of a firearm by a felon and drug offenses in Catawba County. WHKY
- ➤ Catawba County Sheriff's Office is seeking information to identify further victims of a fraud scheme involving Virgil Jackson Garrett, Jr. and his son, Noah Daniel Garrett, who are accused of illegally selling rented commercial equipment. WHKY
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ Catawba County has introduced CredibleMind, a free and confidential brain health platform, providing resources and assessments to residents. WHKY
SHOP NEWS
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SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ Appalachian State Baseball team won the first game 14-9 and lost the second game 16-11 against Queens, marking an opening series split during the season's first weekend. WHKY
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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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Flying High Again: The Ultimate Ozzy Osbourne Experience
Experience a tribute concert that authentically recreates the music and energy of Ozzy Osbourne, featuring special guest TNT.
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