Good morning, Hickory.

The Hickory Police Department announces the opening of registration for its annual Special Olympics Polar Plunge event to be held on February 15.

The Christmas Bureau in Catawba County successfully served 911 families this year through a collaborative effort involving local organizations, providing bicycles, toys, and clothes.

William Chase Pate was accused of methamphetamine trafficking in Burke County, North Carolina, following a search that uncovered over 2.2 pounds of meth and firearms at his home.

Artist James Smith discusses the inspiration for the Startown Elementary School hallway mural, aiming to enrich the school environment.

North Carolina faces increased blackout risks this winter due to a weakened electric grid and high energy demands, exacerbated by recent hurricane damage and a shift towards more weather-dependent energy sources.

Lenoir-Rhyne Men's Basketball team defeated undefeated Coker 99-98, highlighted by Ziare Wells scoring 30 points and a last-second layup by Conrad Luczynski.

Emily Harman scored a season-high 23 points and hit a career milestone of 1,600 points as Lenoir-Rhyne Women's Basketball team lost to Coker with a close score of 71-65.

Nic Cheeley was named to the D2CCA All-America Second Team, becoming the 96th Lenoir-Rhyne player and the first defensive back since 2019 to achieve All-American status.

Danasja Horne was named the NJCAA Division II Player of the Week for her standout performance in basketball, making her the third CVCC women's player to receive this honor.

The Hourglass Kids Featuring Ranford Almond

This musical event will feature The Hourglass Kids along with Ranford Almond at The Premier in Hickory, NC.