Hickory
Morning News
Monday, June 2nd, 2025
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Good morning, Hickory. Here's your local news at a glance for Monday, the 2nd of June.
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ Authorities held a news conference on June 1 near Walnut Acres Drive in Catawba County after a mass shooting left one person dead and eleven injured, including one in critical condition — the deceased was identified as 58-year-old Shawn Patrick Hood while local and state investigators worked to determine a motive with no arrests made. WHKY
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ The Hickory Police Department is focusing on Hwy 127 from 29th Avenue Drive NW to 1st Avenue SE for June’s traffic enforcement P.A.C.T. – Pay Attention in City Traffic. Officers will target red-light violations–distracted driving–speeding and remind road users to follow traffic signals for safe travel. Go Foothills
- ➤ North Carolina will receive $415 million from a $1.5 billion federal disaster relief package, with over $400 million set aside for Helene road repairs, as Transportation Secretary Sean P. Duffy will announce Wednesday through the Federal Highway Administration’s Emergency Relief Program (the funds will support quick repairs to roads, bridges and other infrastructure). Go Foothills
- ➤ A public hearing will be held at Tuesday’s Hickory City Council meeting (June 3) to review the 2025-2026 Fiscal Year budget that totals $159,075,833 for city operations, capital improvements, and debt service, and includes a recommended property tax rate increase from 45.5 to 46 cents per $100 of assessed value plus adjustments to water and sewer charges. The meeting will begin at 6 p.m. at the Julian G. Whitener Municipal Building. WHKY
- ➤ Today at 7 p.m., Catawba County Commissioners will meet at the Board of Commissioners meeting room in the Catawba County Justice Center in Newton to review a revised 2025-2026 fiscal budget that lowers funding—from $345,000,797 to $338,705,936—and includes changes such as a reduced Newton Fire District tax rate; a special meeting will be held Monday at 6:50 p.m. to adopt the Annual Southeastern Catawba County Water & Sewer District Budget for Fiscal Year 2025-2026. WHKY
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SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ On Saturday night, Hickory FC entered the game as heavy favorites and reached a 1—1 tie at halftime against Burlington United after the coach rotated several starters following a midweek game. In the second half, Martin Juanche scored a key goal that opened the way for five more to help the team win 6—1. WHKY
- ➤ Lenoir-Rhyne Head Baseball Coach Adam Skonieczki was named National Co-Coach of the Year by Perfect Game on June 1—he became the first coach in school history to win the award as his team set a Division II home run record and ranked in the top ten in nine offensive categories while advancing in the championship series. WHKY
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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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CAPM Certification Training
9 a.m. – 5 p.m. — Hickory, North Carolina — 100% Money Back Guarantee — Engage in 32 hours of interactive classroom training for the CAPM certification with expert guidance.
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Framed Felt Bugs Workshop
2-3 p.m. — Patrick Beaver Memorial Library — Free entry — Create fun framed felt bugs in a hands-on crafting session designed for kids aged 9-12.
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Color Our World Tiny Canvas Painting Workshop
6-7 p.m. — Patrick Beaver Memorial Library — Free entry — Get creative by painting your own tiny canvas while enjoying an artistic atmosphere.
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Chess Club
6-7 p.m. — Patrick Beaver Memorial Library — Free entry — Enhance your chess skills and strategies while engaging with local enthusiasts of all levels.
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All Ages Story Time
10:00 – 10:30 AM — Patrick Beaver Memorial Library — Free entry — Enjoy an engaging story time with dancing and singing for all ages.
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