Hickory
Morning News
Wednesday, September 24th, 2025
Good morning, Hickory. Here's your local news at a glance for Wednesday, the 24th of September.
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ Jackie Mcelyea of Frye Regional Medical Center in Hickory was named Lifepoint Health’s 2025 Mercy Award recipient on September 23 for his dedicated leadership and service to patients and colleagues—his 30 years of experience and roles as assistant fire chief and foster parent show his strong community commitment. WHKY
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ The Lenoir-Rhyne Women’s Golf team finished sixth at the Savannah Lakes Women’s Fall Invitational on September 23 with a team score of 895, 31 over par — a 51-stroke improvement from last week’s NCAA South Regional Preview. Eve Neild tied for sixth with a 219 score, three over par, and the team will next compete at the St. Simons Island Intercollegiate on October 6-7 at King & Prince Resort. WHKY
- ➤ The Lenoir-Rhyne women's soccer team is ranked No. 23 in NCAA Division II after a five-game winning streak—marking their 73rd poll appearance—and they will host undefeated Francis Marion today at 5:00 p.m. at home. WHKY
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The Piedmont Boys Live Performance
7-10 p.m. — The Premier — $— Enjoy an evening of live music from the acclaimed Piedmont Boys, who bring their Southern roots to Hickory.
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Level X - Tribute to Women Who Rock
7-11 p.m. — The Premier — Ticket info TBA — Experience high-energy performances of iconic songs from legendary female artists.
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