Here's your local news at a glance for Friday, the 6th of December.
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🏘️ Community
Governor Roy Cooper promotes readiness for winter weather, urging North Carolinians to prepare emergency supplies and heed weather advisories.
📰 Economy
The North Carolina Department of Commerce updated the 2025 county tier designations, affecting economic development program eligibility, with Alexander and Caldwell counties moving into the most distressed tier.
🎓 Education
Education leaders emphasized the importance of compassion in leadership during a forum at Appalachian State's Hickory campus, highlighting its role in successful educational administration.
🌲 Environment
The 2024 hurricane season concluded with Hurricane Helene causing significant destruction in North Carolina, marking it as the deadliest storm since Katrina with 103 fatalities and leading to calls for extensive recovery support.
🏛️ Government
The Hickory city council postponed the decision on the future of the Hickory Public Housing Authority until January 7, following discussions on its performance and potential abolition.
The NCDOT has nearly acquired all properties needed for the expansion of U.S. Highway 321 in Catawba County to enhance traffic flow and safety, with construction set to begin in fall 2026.
🏈 Sports
The Catawba Valley Community College Esports program and its head coach are finalists for two Scholastic Esports Awards, highlighting the team's achievement and impact.
The Lenoir-Rhyne Men's Basketball team secured their fifth consecutive win in a tight 112-108 overtime game against Catawba, with Ziare Wells leading the score with 32 points.
Nic Cheeley was named to the D2CCA All-Super Region 2 First Team following a standout season with notable defensive achievements and leading his team to the NCAA DII Tournament second round.
🎉 Hickory Events
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Christmas in the Village at Hart Square
Experience the magic of Christmas with historical demonstrations and artistic traditions in a charming log cabin village.
Drew Baldridge Concert
Drew Baldridge is performing at the Hickory Metro Convention Center on December 12, 2024.
Celtic Angels Christmas Celebration
Experience a festive celebration of Christmas through the enchanting performances of The Celtic Angels, featuring Irish music, dance, and traditional holiday favorites.
WPS Youth Orchestras Fall Concert
The Fall Concert features performances by Debut Strings and the Youth Symphony, showcasing classical repertoire by young artists.
The Hourglass Kids Featuring Ranford Almond
This musical event will feature The Hourglass Kids along with Ranford Almond at The Premier in Hickory, NC.
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