Here's your local news at a glance for Saturday, the 29th of August.
Good morning, Hickory.
🎭 Culture
The New State Cinema celebrated its 90th anniversary with a free Friday reception & ribbon cutting at 117 North College St, and today the theater shows three classic films from 1936 for $1 each as part of its grand reopening under new local ownership.
🏥 Health
Frye Regional Medical Center now offers a new osteoarthritis treatment to give patients local access to advanced care, said CEO Lindy White.
The service lets residents receive treatment without leaving the community (keeping care close to home).
🏈 Sports
Hickory’s high school boys soccer team recorded an 8-2 win against East Lincoln on Thursday + Alexander Central and Statesville tied 2-2, marking the Cougars’ fourth tie in five matches.
Lenoir-Rhyne beat No. 14 ranked Virginia Union, 45-3, on Friday at Moretz Stadium by building a 31-0 lead at halftime.
The Bears will host West Alabama on Saturday, Sept. 5 at 3 p.m. for their next home game.
On Thursday, Aug. 27, Hickory's volleyball team kept its unbeaten run by sweeping West Iredell 3-0; they now hold an 8-0 record with 20 straight wins.
On Friday, Aug. 28, high school football games posted varied results as Hickory scored 42 and other teams ranged from 0 to 56 (Hibriten 48, Newton-Conover 56).
The matchups highlighted competitive play among local schools.
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