Good morning, Hickory.

The City of Hickory and partners hosted the CORE Hackathon from April 17 to 20 to boost outdoor recreation, where student teams developed strategies for an event (set for Oct.

2027) featuring Lake Hickory. Final presentations took place at the pub and Marina with judges reviewing proposals.

Meals on Wheels of Catawba County is seeking new volunteers and will hold a training on Friday, May 8 at 9 a.m. at Maiden Community Center (207 E.

Klutz St.) in Maiden.

Lenoir-Rhyne Women’s Lacrosse set a record as eight Bears earned All-SAC honors, surpassing the previous high of seven.

Standout players include Anneleise Meyer (27 caused turnovers) and Hailey Larsen, who managed 64 draw controls this season.

Lenoir-Rhyne University Athletics hired Steve Peeler as its Athletic Field & Campus Enhancement Specialist yesterday to manage playing surfaces and campus care.

The 3-decade veteran (a Morganton native) previously worked in Major League Baseball and will bring his expertise to the Bears.

Lenoir-Rhyne's Kellen Gradisar was named South Atlantic Conference Baseball Pitcher of the Week for pitching a one-hitter complete game against Lincoln Memorial on April 28 + his strong effort helped secure his team’s spot in the conference tournament.

Lenoir-Rhyne men’s lacrosse earned eight All-SAC honors this season, with Donovan Powell and freshman Mac Murphy receiving first-team nods.

The athletic department reported key stats including Powell’s 72 points and Murphy’s 14 caused turnovers during the season.

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.

PMP Certification Training in Hickory, NC

9 AM – 5 PM — Hickory North Carolina — $1599 — Enhance your project management skills with comprehensive PMP certification training over four days.