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Wednesday, June 11th, 2025
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Good morning, Hickory. Here's your local news at a glance for Wednesday, the 11th of June.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ A funeral procession and memorial to honor Hickory Firefighter Jake Bridges, who died on June 5 at age 20, will be held today. The procession begins at 8:30 a.m. at Bennett Funeral Service on 7878 NC 16 in Newton and the memorial starts at 11 a.m. at the Hickory Metro Convention Center — the family requested no media coverage and advised drivers to plan for traffic delays. WHKY
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ 51-year-old Midian Ronteze Smith from Nuway Circle NE in Lenoir was arrested by Conover police today on charges of possession of a stolen motor vehicle — driving while license revoked and open container after consuming alcohol, and he is held at the Catawba County Detention Facility under a $12,000 bond with a District Court appearance scheduled today. WHKY
- ➤ A Catawba County woman was found guilty of causing a fatal vehicle crash in 2024—victim's family testified in court with remarks that their loved one now 'dances in the streets of glory and sits with Jesus.' Hickory Daily Record
- ➤ Christopher Durand Myers, a 45-year-old homeless man from Newton, was arrested Tuesday, June 10 on charges of attempted common law robbery, assault with a deadly weapon, criminal contempt, misdemeanor larceny, and resisting a public officer (he is held without bond in the Catawba County Detention Facility and his District Court date is set for today). WHKY
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ The Hickory Public Housing Authority filed a lawsuit against Nu Dimensions—operator of 311 low income apartments—saying the organization owes $278,183.99 for funds advanced to pay vendors from September 2023 until early this year; the suit was filed on June 6. WHKY
- ➤ Insurance Commissioner Mike Causey announced a settlement with the N.C. Rate Bureau today that sets a 5% statewide increase in automobile insurance rates—17.6 percentage points lower than the bureau’s request. The settlement also decreases motorcycle liability premiums by an average of 16.3% and will take effect on new and renewed policies starting Oct. 1, canceling the Sept. 22 hearing. Go Foothills
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7-10 p.m. — The Premier — Tickets available — Experience a night of homemade rock from Hickory's finest musical talents.
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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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Story Time with Hickory Police Department
10:00 – 10:30 AM — Patrick Beaver Memorial Library — Free entry — Learn about safety from Officer Null while enjoying story time at the library.
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Scanography: Plant Collages
6-7 p.m. — Patrick Beaver Memorial Library — Materials provided — Create beautiful art using greenery and florals using only a flatbed scanner.
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