Hickory
Morning News
Saturday, May 30th, 2026
Good morning, Hickory. Here's your local news at a glance for Saturday, the 30th of May.
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ Tickets for 'Four Old Broads' are on sale at The Green Room Community Theatre. The comedy, directed by Hollie Sherrill and set in Magnolia Place Assisted Living, will run in June (Fri/Sat 7:30 p.m. and Sun 3 p.m.) on six dates and promises Southern charm and laughs. WHKY
ENVIRONMENT NEWS
- ➤ Recent rainfall improved conditions in some parts of the metro, but extreme drought affects Caldwell and Alexander counties and severe drought remains in parts of Catawba and Burke counties; residents should check local water guidelines. WHKY
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ 15th Avenue NE in Hickory will close Monday, June 1 at 8 a.m. for storm drain pipe repairs, with a marked detour route in place. The work is to finish by Friday, June 5 at 5 p.m. — drivers should slow near the area. WHKY
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ The Hickory High girls soccer team beat South Point 4-0 on Tuesday to win the 5A West Region title. The team now advances to the state championship match Friday in Durham. Hickory Daily Record
- ➤ Hickory girls soccer coach Brian Jillings highlighted the team spirit of this year's squad during a recent discussion — he noted the strong commitment and mutual support that set them apart. Hickory Daily Record
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Furniture Manufacturing Expo 2026
Trade Show — June 3-4 — Hickory Metro Convention Center — Entry fee varies — Explore the latest innovations in furniture manufacturing with over 300 exhibitors.
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Candlelight Concert Series in Hickory
7-8 p.m. — Hickory, NC — Ticket purchase required — Enjoy an intimate musical experience in a candle-lit setting.
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Concerts by Candlelight
7-8 p.m. — Hickory North Carolina — Ticketed event — Experience an intimate musical performance illuminated by candlelight in a historic venue.
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PMP Certification Classroom Training
32 hours — Hickory North Carolina — $1599 — Engage in comprehensive training for the prestigious PMP certification with experienced instructors and practical projects.
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