Good morning, Hickory.

Christina McNally was unanimously chosen as president and CEO of Carolina Caring for her strong leadership and vision.

The board announced her appointment to guide the organization in serving the community.

Officials said Northview Middle won the county battle of the books challenge while Oakwood Elementary won the school system’s elementary contest.

The Lenoir-Rhyne men’s tennis team kept its perfect conference record with a win by a 4 to 0 score over Mars Hill Saturday morning — boosting its season record to 5-1.

The Bears will return home Monday to face #42 Columbus State at 1:00 p.m.

The Lenoir-Rhyne women’s tennis team swept Mars Hill on Saturday afternoon, winning 7-0 and boosting their record to 8-1.

The Bears will return on Monday to face Columbus State.

On Friday, the Bears competed at the NCAA Division II Indoor National Championship, with Tobechukwu Nwokocha finishing second in the long jump and Havyn Spain advancing to the 200m final (5:45 p.m. Saturday).

Lenoir-Rhyne women's lacrosse lost 19—8 to Florida Southern on Saturday morning, falling to a 2—5 record for the season.

The Bears will travel to Catawba next Wednesday for their next conference game.

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.