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Saturday, June 7th, 2025
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Good morning, Hickory. Here's your local news at a glance for Saturday, the 7th of June.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ The Hickory Crawdads held a fireworks display after their June 6 baseball game and will light fireworks after games on June 20, July 4, July 18, July 25, Aug. 8, Aug. 22, Aug. 23 and Sept. 5. A section of Aviation Walk and 24th Street NW will be closed from 6:00 p.m.—except on July 4 when it will close at 4:00 p.m.—to create a safe launch zone for the displays. WHKY
ACCIDENTS NEWS
- ➤ A 20-year-old firefighter died on duty after returning from a fire yesterday, the Hickory Fire Department said—marking a tragic loss for the unit. Hickory Daily Record
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ Five individuals charged in a gang-related shooting appeared in court in Catawba County, and three were granted bond—one defendant said he joined the incident to boost his gang status. Hickory Daily Record
- ➤ A Taylorsville man was charged with assault and robbery after firing his gun three times + no one was injured and the shots did not enter a home, the sheriff's office said. Hickory Daily Record
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SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ Marcos Torres—batting five-for-five—led the Hickory Crawdads to an 18-2 win over Columbia at LP Frans Stadium on June 6. Other players helped boost the team’s standing in the Carolina League race. WHKY
- ➤ Alexis Brown was named the USTFCCCA Southeast Region Track Athlete of the Year on June 6 while coaches Paris Vaughan and Kayonna Lewis received regional coach awards — Brown set DII records in the 100 and 200 meter finals and helped lead her team to a strong finish at the NCAA Outdoor Championships. WHKY
- ➤ On June 6, Lenoir-Rhyne baseball’s historic season ended when Central Missouri defeated the Bears 14 to 10 in a rainy game in Cary. Mackenzie Wainwright went four for six, setting season records — helping the team finish 50 to 15 and fall just one game short of a national championship appearance. WHKY
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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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Bottle Cap Art
2-3:30 p.m. — Patrick Beaver Memorial Library — Free entry — Create vivid collages with recycled materials at this fun and artistic event.
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