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Thursday, May 22nd, 2025
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Good morning, Hickory. Here's your local news at a glance for Thursday, the 22nd of May.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ The Hickory Parks, Recreation, & Sports Tourism Department will host its annual Bike Safety Rodeo with the Hickory Police Department on Saturday, June 21 from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. at the Hickory Elks Lodge in downtown Hickory, where families will test bike safety skills, play games, and have bikes inspected by officers — with support from the Hickory Velo Club and Hickory Elks Lodge 1654. WHKY
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ A 16-month-old toddler died at Creative Beginnings in Lenoir on Monday afternoon after suffering cardiac arrest, and police are investigating the incident—further details are pending. The News Herald
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Hickory City Manager Warren Wood presented his Fiscal Year 2025-2026 recommended budget of $159,075,833 to the City Council on May 20 — the proposal increases overall spending by 9.9% and includes changes to the property tax rate, water and sewer charges, and a monthly sanitation fee. The City Council will hold a public hearing on Tuesday, June 3 at 6 p.m. WHKY
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ The Emergency Prescription Assistance Program EPAP, launched after Hurricane Helene, will officially end May 31 as it provided cost-free access to prescription drugs, vaccines and supplies for uninsured locals — more than 11,700 claims were processed since October 4. Local health officials stress that residents needing similar help should explore other available resources. Go Foothills
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SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ Lenoir-Rhyne University hired Bob Braman as its new Director of Track and Field and Cross Country on May 21—he led Florida State for 24 years and won multiple NCAA championships, and his team has qualifiers set to compete at the NCAA Division II Outdoor Championships today in Pueblo, Colorado. WHKY
- ➤ Three Lenoir-Rhyne Bears were named NCBWA All-Americans as the team set a record—outfielder Mackenzie Wainwright earned first-team honors while designated hitter Sal Carricato and catcher Cole Stanford made the second team. Their achievements helped the team reach the Super Regional for the first time and marked only the third time in program history the honor was given. WHKY
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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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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.
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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.
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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.
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Halogen Lights & Pseudo Cowboys Concert
7-10 p.m. — The Premier — Tickets available — Experience a night of homemade rock from Hickory's finest musical talents.
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