Hickory
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Tuesday, June 3rd, 2025
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Good morning, Hickory. Here's your local news at a glance for Tuesday, the 3rd of June.
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ The FBI is offering a $15,000 reward for tips on a Catawba County shooting that killed one person & injured 11. Hickory Daily Record
- ➤ On Monday, June 2nd, 2025, Maiden Police responded when a 54-year-old suspect fired shots into an 18-wheeler’s fuel tank near Country Market Convenience Store, ordering the driver out before fleeing in a pickup truck and later being arrested after a high-speed chase; he now faces multiple felony and misdemeanor charges—no one was injured. Go Foothills
- ➤ The FBI is offering a $15,000 reward for tips about suspect(s) in a mass shooting on June 1 at a home on Walnut Acres Drive in Catawba County that left one man, Shawn Patrick Hood, 58, dead and 11 others injured—seven of whom are in a hospital, while officials from the Catawba County Sheriff’s Office, FBI and SBI continue their investigation. Go Foothills
- ➤ Authorities arrested 40-year-old Roger Lee Sparks last Thursday at an address on Main Avenue Drive NW in Hickory during a joint operation by local and federal officers & he now faces multiple felony and misdemeanor charges including possession of a Schedule II controlled substance with a District Court date set for June 6th. WHKY
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ Today, Frye Regional Medical Center announced the opening of FryeCare Gastroenterology at its Hickory clinic on 1771 Tate Blvd.—Board-certified Dr. Simon Allport, who brings over 30 years of experience in treating digestive conditions, now sees patients there. WHKY
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SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ On Sunday, Lenoir-Rhyne defeated Central Missouri 12-9 in the NCAA Division 2 Championships as Hickory native Gavin Marley pitched 2.2 no-hit innings. The Bears advance to play Wednesday at 1:30 p.m.—one win will secure their shot at a best-of-three championship series this weekend. WHKY
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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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