Good morning, Hickory.

Hickory Police arrested 55-year-old David Allen Jennings, a homeless man, on a felony warrant for trespassing and littering and for possession of methamphetamine as he was wanted in Richland County, and he was held at the Catawba County Detention Facility with bonds set at $1,500 secured + $500 while a court appearance in Newton was scheduled for May 16.

Western Piedmont Symphony presents Mozart and The Mandolin today at 7:30 p.m. at P.E.

Monroe Auditorium—guest artist Jeff Midkiff will play his mandolin with a mix of Bluegrass and classical music as the orchestra marks 60 years.

Hickory City Schools named Brianna Sexton, a first grade teacher at Southwest Primary, as the 2025-2026 Teacher of the Year — an honor that recognizes her outstanding classroom work.

The N.C. Wildlife Resources Commission affirmed Chronic Wasting Disease surveillance areas for the 2025-26 deer hunting season, effective May 16; no new counties were added after 10 deer tested positive last season.

Alexander + Iredell counties are listed as secondary areas, while no Hickory metro counties are designated as primary.

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.

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.

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.

AWKN Conference

7 PM – 1 PM — Hickory Metro Convention Center & Visitors Bureau — Check event page for pricing — Big adventures await in Hickory, showcasing the local community's heritage and outdoor activities.

ACCW Live Wrestling Event

6-9 p.m. — Brookford Community Building — Tickets available now — Experience an epic Steel Cage Showdown for the Apple City Championship in Hickory.

Furniture Manufacturing Expo

10 a.m. – 4 p.m. — Hickory Metro Convention Center & Visitors Bureau — Complimentary tickets available — Discover the latest innovations and solutions for furniture manufacturing.