Here's your local news at a glance for Sunday, the 28th of June.
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🎓 Education
University Christian's Evaline Tanzie was selected for choral music study at Governor’s School.
She said she looks forward to deepening her love of music (and knowledge) with like-minded students in a fun learning environment.
🌲 Environment
Burke County officials thanked residents for reducing water use during ongoing drought conditions and urged continued conservation — as recent rainfall provided only temporary relief.
Public water restrictions remain in place, and customers are asked to fix leaks and limit nonessential use.
🏛️ Government
Hickory remains in Stage 2 of the Low Inflow Protocol due to ongoing drought conditions, and residents must follow water-use restrictions (including irrigating only two days per week and avoiding vehicle washing) while officials monitor reservoir levels for improvements.
🏥 Health
Frye Regional Medical Center is expanding its childbirth education with free virtual classes for expecting parents to help prepare them for delivery, said Lindy White, MBA.
The online sessions offer a convenient way to learn essential birth preparation at home.
🏈 Sports
The Hickory Crawdads scored seven runs in a rain-shortened game against the Hill City Howlers at LP Frans Stadium on Friday—clinching the series while setting up Aidan Deakins to start at 7 p.m. Saturday.
🎉 Hickory Events
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4th of July Music Festival and Fireworks
5:30-11:30 p.m. — L. P. Frans Stadium — $25-$30 — Celebrate America’s 250th birthday with a vibrant concert and a spectacular fireworks show.
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