Here's your local news at a glance for Tuesday, the 7th of July.
Good morning, Hickory.
🏘️ Community
The Catawba County NAACP will hold its monthly meeting on Sunday, July 12 at 4 p.m. at Mt. Olin AME Zion Church (2583 Smyre Farm Road in Newton) to workshop plans for the Soldiers Reunion parade and offer community sign-up opportunities.
🎓 Education
Hickory City Schools earned a national Certificate of Achievement for Excellence in Financial Reporting from the GFOA today — the award recognized the board's clear and transparent financial report for the fiscal year ending June 30, 2025.
🏥 Health
Carolina Caring has expanded its Community Counseling Program to support anyone facing major loss + the service is now available for local residents seeking support.
🏈 Sports
Hickory’s Parks, Recreation and Sports Tourism Department will host the annual Lightning Bug Boogie 5K Trail Run on Friday, Aug.
14 at Lake Hickory Trails starting at 9 p.m. Participants must wear a light source, and early registration costs $30 until Aug. 3.
🎉 Hickory Events
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Blakgraz Live Concert
7-10 p.m. — City Walk Brewery & Distillery — Cost Info not listed — Enjoy an evening of live music with 112+ original songs from Blakgraz.
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