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The Nest at HKY is expanding at Hickory Regional Airport after City Council approval.

It will lease additional hangar and office space at 2910 Second Avenue NW on a four-year lease at $75,600 annually with a 2.5% yearly increase.

On Sept. 17, the Hickory Tavern Chapter of the Daughters of the American Revolution celebrated Constitution Week to mark the 239th anniversary of the Constitution's drafting in Philadelphia.

The event honored local patriotic tradition and historical heritage.

The state said Medicaid rules are changing — residents should ensure DSS can reach them by reading every letter and upgrading to an enhanced ePASS account for uploading documents when needed.

Hickory City Council approved a $72,500 multimodal grant today to update its Bicycle and Pedestrian Master Plan — HDR will work with the city to revise the plan based on progress made since 2020.

Caldwell County named Jesse Trivette interim Economic Development Director after Ashley Bolick departed.

Trivette, a lifelong county resident (North Carolina Certified Economic Developer since 2025), plans to boost business investment and create jobs to build on prior initiatives.

Hickory Police Sergeant Cam Anderson, who has served for more than 24 years, will retire Oct.

1. Hickory City Council approved awarding him his badge + service weapon, which will be removed from the city’s asset inventory before the tribute.