Hickory
Morning News
Saturday, April 19th, 2025
Good morning, Hickory. Here's your local news at a glance for Saturday, the 19th of April.
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ A Hickory man on federal probation for a 2019 bank robbery was charged in Lincolnton for a new bank robbery—he already had two previous bank robbery convictions in federal court. Hickory Daily Record
- ➤ A Hickory police officer involved in a fatal 100 mph chase crash in 2023 faced no charges—local residents say the decision may undermine trust in the judicial system. Hickory Daily Record
- ➤ Newton Police and Catawba County Sheriff’s Office responded early April 17 to a report of suspicious activity near 7 South Ervin Avenue and stopped a silver Nissan Altima on East P Street—18-year-old Xavier Jahree Wyatt fled into a wooded area after firing at officers and was later caught at Sandalwood Court Apartments with multiple charges pending. Go Foothills
- ➤ Hickory police are working to identify a man who showed he was armed during a confrontation at Valley Hills Mall, though no shots were fired. Hickory Daily Record
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ Lenoir-Rhyne softball swept a doubleheader on April 18 with a 5 to 2 win in the opener against Carson-Newman and a 14 to 11 win in game two after trailing 11 to 4, with senior Cassidy Wall going 6 for 7, scoring five runs and earning two RBIs. Their sweep and the pregame honor for seniors Cassidy Wall, Katelyn Rackard and Julia Mardigian secured the No. 2 seed in the SAC Tournament — they will host the opening round best of three series starting Friday. WHKY
- ➤ On April 18, Lenoir-Rhyne Baseball beat Tusculum 8-2 as Sal Carricato went four-for-four with two runs and three RBIs to tie the team home run record—Andrew Harlow pitched six strong innings and allowed only two runs—to snap a three-game losing streak. WHKY
- ➤ Lenoir-Rhyne Men's Lacrosse overcame a 4-1 deficit in the first quarter to score nine goals in the second quarter and beat Coker 14-9 on April 18. Joel Brusnahan and Morgan Madish each netted three goals and Jack Burdge made five saves as the Bears extended their seven-game winning streak. WHKY
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Trial by Fire - Journey Tribute
7-10 p.m. — The Premier — Tickets from $17.45 — Experience the music of Journey as TRIAL BY FIRE transports you back to their iconic 1996 era.
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Jimmy Buffett's Escape to Margaritaville
7:30-10 p.m. — The Green Room Community Theatre — Ticket prices vary — Experience a tropical musical journey filled with favorite Jimmy Buffett hits and island vibes.
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Derby Day Celebration
Afternoon — Salt Block Foundation — Ticket includes two drink vouchers — Dress in festive Derby attire and enjoy live music, Southern cuisine, and best-dressed contests.
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Charlotte Grappling & BJJ Championship
8 a.m. – 5 p.m. — Hickory Metro Convention Center — Registration fees apply — Experience the excitement of one of the largest mixed grappling tournaments in the world.
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The Chain - Fleetwood Mac Tribute
7:30-9 p.m. — The Hum — Tickets available — Experience the exceptional sounds of Fleetwood Mac brought to life by The Chain featuring Dani Kerr from America's Got Talent.
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TODAY'S FOOD FOR THOUGHT
In matters of style, swim with the current; in matters of principle, stand like a rock.
~ Thomas Jefferson
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