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Saturday, December 21st, 2024
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Good morning, Hickory. Here's your local news at a glance for Saturday, the 21st of December.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ The Hickory Daily Record features a weekly roundup of letters from its readers, capturing a range of opinions and topics. Hickory Daily Record
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ Catawba County man sentenced to 10 years for trafficking fentanyl and methamphetamine after police found significant quantities of drugs in his vehicle. Hickory Daily Record
- ➤ Johnny McTerry Smith, Jr. was arrested in Hickory for trafficking methamphetamine and firearm possession among other charges after a SWAT team search. WHKY
ECONOMY NEWS
- ➤ The JOANN Fabric and Crafts store in Hickory will permanently shut down on January 19, 2025, with current sales offering discounts between 30% and 60%. Hickory Daily Record
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ The Hickory city council approved an ordinance requiring building permits near the Hickory Regional Airport to be reviewed by the Federal Aviation Administration and mandated permits for mobile service providers. Hickory Daily Record
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ Catawba Valley Medical Center was recognized as a Top 100 Hospital for Patient Experience in 2025 by the Women’s Choice Award, receiving 10 awards covering various areas of healthcare excellence. Hickory Daily Record
SHOP NEWS
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