Good morning, Hickory.

After commissioners voted to merge districts, Catawba County schools are waiting on a state board decision — they continue serving students while the consolidation plan is under review.

Lenoir-Rhyne men's lacrosse earned the #3 seed and will face Lincoln Memorial today at 1:00 p.m. at Helen (Leonard Moretz Stadium); the team secured a 21-5 win in Hickory on March 21.

Appalachian State women's tennis defeated No. 11 Southern Miss 4-1 on Thursday and advanced to the quarterfinals to meet Troy (2:30 p.m. Friday).

Myrtle Beach Pelicans vs. Hickory Crawdads

7:59-10:59 p.m. — L. P. Frans Stadium — Tickets available — Enjoy a live baseball matchup between the Myrtle Beach Pelicans and Hickory Crawdads.

Green Day Tribute Concert with Confetti Cannon

7-11 p.m. — The Premier — Tickets starting at $17.45 — Enjoy explosive punk covers that will tickle your nostalgia glands.

Paul Gilbert Concert

7-10 p.m. — The Premier — Tickets from $29.25 — Experience the guitar virtuosity of Paul Gilbert with exciting new music from his album WROC.

Networking Night at Hickory Crawdads Stadium

6:30-9:30 p.m. — L. P. Frans Stadium — $5 admission — Network with Emerging Leaders while enjoying a baseball game and family-friendly atmosphere.

Charleston RiverDogs vs. Hickory Crawdads

6:30-9:30 p.m. — L. P. Frans Stadium — Ticket prices vary — Enjoy a thrilling baseball game featuring the Charleston RiverDogs and Hickory Crawdads.