Good morning, Hickory.

Four suspects arrested in connection to the June 1 mass shooting at a house party on Walnut Acres Drive now face ten additional counts each of attempted first-degree murder — they remain in custody and will appear in Catawba County District Court on June 9.

Alexis Brown was named the USTFCCCA National DII Women’s Track Athlete of the Year — adding to her indoor honor — after breaking NCAA records in the 100 and 200 races at the national championships on June 7.

Taryn Estes was named an NFCA All-American on Monday at Caldwell Community College and Technical Institute, and she later earned Division Three, Second Team All-American honors; on Wednesday she also received the NJCAA Rawlings Gold Glove Award — one of 27 winners recognized for her play at first base.

Appalachian State sold out its 2025 football season tickets on June 7 (the fourth consecutive sellout) and scheduled games at Kidd Brewer Stadium against teams like Lindenwood, Oregon State, Coastal Carolina, Georgia Southern, Marshall and Arkansas State.

On Friday, June 6, Wilkes County defeated Hickory Post 48 by 14 to 5 in an American Legion Baseball game—resulting in a solid win for the team.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.