Good morning, Hickory.

Hickory police reported that a woman was shot and killed at Deluxe Inn on July 4 — authorities are still looking for the suspect in connection with her murder.

Hickory Police responded to a report at Deluxe Inn on July 4th when they found Mary Elizabeth Ervin, 30, dead from a gunshot at 6:41 p.m.—they obtained a murder warrant for suspect James David Houser and are now searching for him.

NC drivers can delay renewing their license as part of a DMV pause—affected drivers must complete their renewal by Dec.

31, 2027.

NC drivers can wait two extra years to renew their licenses because of a new state rule — affected drivers must renew by Dec.

31, 2027.

Kannapolis Cannon Ballers ended their four-game losing streak by scoring four runs in a second inning to defeat Hickory Crawdads 9-2 on July 7 at LP Frans Stadium.

Jake Curtis earned his first win in relief—Erick Alvarez doubled twice for Hickory as the loss dropped their record in the second half of the division.

On Sunday, July 6, Caldwell County Post 29 defeated Gaston County 4–2 and led its series 2–0, with game three scheduled for Monday at Gastonia — while Hickory Post 48 lost 12–0 to Cherryville and trailed 2–0 in its series.

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.

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.

House of Hair 80's Metal

7-11 p.m. — The Premier — $17.45+ — Experience a blast from the past with an electrifying tribute to 80's Hair Metal.

ZMAX Cars Pro Tour

4:30-10 p.m. — Hickory Motor Speedway — Check website for ticket prices — Experience the thrill of stock car racing at one of NASCAR's historic tracks.

Big Bang Boom!

10-11 a.m. — Patrick Beaver Memorial Library — Free entry — Enjoy a family-friendly rock concert perfect for kids of all ages in a cozy library setting.

Furniture Festival & Clearance Sale

9 AM – 6 PM — Hickory Furniture Mart — Free entry — Discover amazing discounts on furniture while enjoying artisan displays and demonstrations.