Hickory
Morning News
Saturday, March 8th, 2025
Good morning, Hickory. Here's your local news at a glance for Saturday, the 8th of March.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ The pedestrian bridge over N.C. 127 North has been deemed safe and reopened, with repairs to be scheduled soon. Go Foothills
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ 30 high school teams are set to compete in a robotics competition in Hickory, North Carolina, showcasing their STEM skills with the chance to advance to state and international championships. WHKY
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ The Lenoir-Rhyne Women's Lacrosse Team lost to the 17th ranked Rollins Tars with a score of 10-5, showcasing a strong defensive effort that marked the game as their second best defensive performance of the season. WHKY
- ➤ Lenoir-Rhyne Men's Basketball team ends a 22-year SAC tournament drought with an 82-78 overtime victory against Lincoln Memorial, led by tournament MVP Ziare Wells. WHKY
- ➤ The Bears secured a thrilling 84-83 victory over Catawba, advancing to the SAC championship game against Lincoln Memorial, highlighted by a balanced scoring effort and pivotal plays in final seconds. WHKY
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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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Comedy Night with Jamie Lissow
Actor and comedian Jamie Lissow, known for his appearances on 'Gutfeld!' and his work on Netflix, will be performing live in Hickory.
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28th Annual Catawba Valley Pottery & Antiques Festival
This annual festival in Hickory will feature a pottery showcase, early buying opportunities for VIP ticket holders, and pottery demonstrations and lectures open to the public.
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The Nashville Nights Band: A Tribute to 90's Country
The Nashville Nights Band will perform a tribute to 90's country music at The Premier in Hickory, NC.
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Hickory Train Show
12-7 p.m. & 9 a.m.-3 p.m. — Hickory Metro Convention Center & Visitors Bureau — $8 for adults, free for kids under 12 — Explore the exciting world of model railroading and expand your collection.
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Editing Masterclass by Redhawk Publications
8:30 a.m. — Catawba Valley Community College — $150 fee — Boost your editing and self-editing skills with insights from seasoned professionals Tom Rash and Rebecca Caldwell.
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TODAY'S FOOD FOR THOUGHT
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~ Adam Osborne
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