Here's your local news at a glance for Saturday, the 2nd of May.
Good morning, Hickory.
📰 Economy
A report from the North Carolina Department of Commerce shows Hickory Metro unemployment dropped to 3.7 percent from January levels (Catawba, Alexander, Burke and Caldwell counties improved).
The state rate is now 3.8 percent.
🏛️ Government
City of Hickory officials have put mandatory water restrictions in place today after the CW-DMAG declared the basin in Stage 2 due to low reservoir inflows.
All customers + neighboring areas must follow the set irrigation schedule and usage limits to conserve water.
Due to ongoing dry conditions, Hickory entered Stage 2 of the Low Inflow Protocol on May 1 and now enforces mandatory water use restrictions (odd addresses water on Tuesdays and Saturdays, even addresses water on Thursdays and Sundays).
Residents must conserve water to reduce overall use by 5 to 10 percent until conditions improve.
🎉 Hickory Events
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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.
Hank Williams Jr Tribute Concert
7-10 p.m. — The Premier — Tickets starting at $20.78 — Experience high-energy performances of Hank Williams Jr.'s classic hits by a top tribute band.
🏠 Hickory Real Estate
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💼 Hickory Job Board
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📣 Hickory Announcements
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