Here's your local news at a glance for Saturday, the 15th of August.
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🏘️ Community
The City of Hickory will host its annual Kidfest from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. Saturday, Sept.
19 (805 Sixth Street SE) at Kiwanis Park. The free family event features crafts, games, face painting, vendor booths, and complimentary food and drinks while supplies last.
Jonas Ridge Volunteer Fire Department will hold its annual meeting on Aug.
17 for local volunteers and residents to review fire safety plans and community updates. Further meeting details are expected to be released soon.
🎓 Education
Lenoir-Rhyne University received a $5 million lead donation from alumnus Cliff Ritchie ’76 and his wife, Amy, to fund a new Recreation Center (30,000 sqft) on campus.
The facility will offer athletic courts, a fitness floor and wellness amenities to support student health and success.
🏈 Sports
Lenoir-Rhyne volleyball departs Hickory on Aug.
25 for the Seawolf Invitational at the Alaska Airlines Center in Anchorage from Aug. 27-29. Coach Nicole Barringer said the trip, made possible by local fundraising, will give the Bears a chance to experience Alaska and compete against teams from Texas, California, and Alaska.
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