Good morning, Hickory.

Hickory Christian Academy student Samuel Yount has been appointed to West Point (a process that requires a nomination from a member of Congress) after completing a rigorous application, and he will start his studies at the academy soon.

The Lenoir-Rhyne men’s tennis team dominated Emory & Henry on March 5 by winning 7-0 and sweeping all six singles matches to improve to 5-0.

They will head to St. Augustine next Wednesday with first serve set for 2:00 p.m.

On March 5, Lenoir-Rhyne men's basketball won 88-80 over Emory and Henry in the SAC quarterfinals with Conrad Luczynski scoring 24 points — breaking the team's blocks record.

The Bears will play Friday's semifinals at 7:30 p.m. at Rock Hill Sports and Events Center.

On March 5, LR women's lacrosse earned a 20 to 2 win over Emory & Henry in SAC play as Kirra Olson became the 11th player to score 100 career goals with two first quarter goals, while Addie Hale and Hannah Thomas added key plays and the team forced 27 turnovers.

Lenoir-Rhyne Women’s Basketball lost 79-63 to the Anderson Trojans on March 5 in the SAC Quarterfinals, ending a 19-game winning streak.

The Bears now will await Selection Sunday to learn their Southeast Regional seed.

The Lenoir-Rhyne women’s tennis team swept Emory and Henry 7-0 on March 5, improving to 6-0 on the season.

The Bears will travel to Due West to face Erskine on Friday.

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.

NJCAA Basketball Tournament

March 16-21 — Catawba Valley Community College — Day Passes $20, All Tournament Pass $100, Recruiter Pass $225 — Catch the excitement of the NJCAA Basketball Tournament in Hickory, NC.

Tommy's Rock Trip

7-11 p.m. — The Premier — $17.50 admission — Experience the ultimate rock tribute featuring world-renowned drummer Tommy Clufetos.

Carolina Classic Cheerleading Competition

7 AM - 6 PM — Hickory Metro Convention Center & Visitors Bureau — Adult $25, Children $15 — A day packed with cheerleading performances and competitions.

29th Annual Catawba Valley Pottery Festival

6-9 p.m. on Mar 27 & 9 a.m.-5 p.m. on Mar 28 — Hickory Metro Convention Center & Visitors Bureau — $50 for Friday Premiere, $10 for Saturday adults — Celebrate North Carolina’s rich pottery heritage with artists, demonstrations, and unique buying opportunities.

Rockie Lynne All Star Jam

7-10 p.m. — The Premier — Cost not specified — Experience soulful blues and rock as Rockie Lynne takes the stage with special guests for a night of memorable music.