Hickory
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Monday, May 5th, 2025
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Good morning, Hickory. Here's your local news at a glance for Monday, the 5th of May.
ECONOMY NEWS
- ➤ Data from the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics shows that Hickory’s labor force dropped from 172,035 in March 2024 to 170,417 in March 2025 — a decline of 1,618 workers — marking the 16th straight month of decrease as baby boomers retire. Local experts add that hiring challenges in health care and fewer young workers entering the job market will continue to affect the region. Hickory Daily Record
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Hickory City Council will meet Tuesday night (May 6) at 6 p.m. in Council Chambers at 76 North Center Street to consider code changes including adjustments to speed limits on Fairgrove Church Road and 2nd Avenue NW and a new backflow prevention program. The meeting will also review plans for work at the US 70 and 4th Street Drive SW intersection. WHKY
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ Catawba Valley Medical Center earned an A Hospital Safety Grade from The Leapfrog Group for Spring 2025 — it is the only hospital in the Unifour region to receive this distinction and marks its 17th A grade in the last 18 reporting periods. WHKY
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SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ Hickory FC defeated Mint Hill FC 6-1 in an exhibition match at Moretz Stadium on May 4. The team will begin its National Premier Soccer League season at Charlottetowne Hops FC at 8:00 p.m. Saturday. WHKY
- ➤ The Lenoir-Rhyne Men’s Lacrosse team earned the #4 seed in the South Region and will host #5 seeded Wingate on Wednesday at 4:00 p.m. — the game will be played at Moretz Stadium. WHKY
- ➤ The Lenoir-Rhyne Bears beat Carson—Newman 12—3 on May 4 and advanced to a three-game SAC Championship series at McCrary Park—where they will face top-seed Catawba. Game one is set for Friday, May 9 at 4:00 p.m., game two for Saturday, May 10 at noon, and a third game will follow if needed. WHKY
- ➤ On May 4, the Lenoir-Rhyne Softball team defeated #1 seeded Wingate 3—2 as Lani Warren hit a two-run home run, and the Bears booked their 17th NCAA Tournament trip—earning their 10th SAC Tournament Championship in school history. WHKY
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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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Swingin’ Under The Stars
6:30-9:30 p.m. — Sails on the Square — Free entry — Experience the Hickory Jazz Orchestra performing beloved big band classics under the night sky.
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37th Annual Spring Fling
9 AM – 3 PM — Catholic Conference Center — $17 — Engage in crafts, educational sessions, and activities like line bingo for a fun and informative day.
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On-Site Tour of Senior Living Facilities
9 a.m. - 7 p.m. — Greens at Hickory — Free entry — Explore award-winning senior living facilities committed to quality care and engaging activities.
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