Intel Buys Moovit App To Boost Bet On Robotic Cars
By MICHAEL LIEDTKE Berkeley, CA (AP) – Intel is buying transportation-planning service...
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NCDMV Announces 5 Month Extension Of The Expiration Date On License, Registration & More
Raleigh, NC – To assist N.C. Division of Motor Vehicle customers and partners in dealing with the...
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Home Video & Streaming
Available to Stream: Driveways (2020) A single mother travels with her son to sort out the home of...
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NC Judge Rules Middle Finger Doesn’t Warrant A Traffic Stop
Raleigh, NC (AP) — A state trooper’s decision to stop a driver who flashed an obscene hand gesture...
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Pint-Sized Driver Surprises Utah Trooper During Traffic Stop
Ogden, Utah (AP) — A Utah Highway Patrol trooper got a pint-sized surprise when he pulled over a...
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Bandit Skates Off Into The Night After Dunkin’ Donuts Stickup
Hicksville, NY (AP) – A robber wearing in-line skates skated off into the night after...
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Opera Carolina Presents iStream Digital Concert Series, May 8th
Charlotte, NC – Please make sure to mark your calendars and tune in live on Opera Carolina’s...
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Catawba Co. Virtual Gardening Programs, May 8 – May 29
Catawba County, NC – Join in on the Friday Virtual Garden Tours brought to you by Catawba...
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NC COVID Rapid Recovery Loan Program Assists Small Businesses & Family Farms During Crisis
The NC COVID-19 Rapid Recovery Loan Program is driven by a partnership between the Golden LEAF...
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Mother’s Day This Year Means Getting Creative From Afar
New York (AP) — Treats made and delivered by neighbors. Fresh garden plantings dug from a safe 6...
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Obviously, Obliviously Oppressed?
DISCLAIMER: The views, thoughts and opinions contained within this article are those of the writer...
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As Of Sunday, May 3, Only 56% Have Answered The Census
Orlando, Fla. (AP) — After shutting down field operations for a month and a half because of the...
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Valdese Launches A Website To Explore Local Businesses
Valdese, NC – The Town of Valdese has launched a new web page, DowntownValdese.com, for...
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OHB Brewer Sarah Todd Designed A Beer, Flowers For Geirhild, To Honor The Norse Goddess Of Brewing
Hickory – Ready for a social distancing shopping treat? Olde Hickory Brewery has just...
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Virus Diary: Planting An Apple Seed & Dreaming Of Tomorrow
Allison Park, PA (AP) — He winds up and throws the apple core, aiming for the woods where he hopes...
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Residential Household Hazardous Waste Collection Event On May 2
Newton, NC – Catawba County’s spring residential household hazardous waste collection event will...
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Home Video Streaming
New to Streaming: Extraction (2020) Chris Hemsworth steps out of the shoes of Thor and into...
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NCHS Class Of 1970 To Hold Class Reunion In September
Newton, NC – The Class of 1970 at Newton-Conover High School is planning a 50th class...
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Sign Up Now For Pottery Classes At CVCC, Starting In August
Hickory – Catawba Valley Community College announces upcoming Pottery Classes that start in August...
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Meet Elaine Weiss, Author Of The Woman’s Hour, Virtually On 5/14
Hickory – Hickory Public Library will bring author Elaine Weiss to our community virtually...
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Remembering Sports
This week I will be bringing to you some of the top moments in sports during the decade of the...
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McCraken Explains Why Contact Tracing Matters For Coronavirus
By Jennifer McCracken, Health Director, Catawba County Public Health Hickory – Last week,...
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One-Eyed Squirrel With Instagram Account Is Returned To Nature
Lafayette, LA (AP) — A one-eyed squirrel that gained a social media following is being returned to...
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N. Carolina Historians Asking For Help To Remember Pandemic
North Carolina – North Carolina historians are already pondering how the COVID-19 pandemic...
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Vendor Applications Now Available For 39th Annual Hiddenite Celebration Of The Arts
Hiddenite, NC – An exciting day of activities is planned for the Hiddenite Arts &...
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Colorado Man Wins $1M Lottery Jackpot Twice On Same Day
Pueblo, CO (AP) — With a little bit of luck and persistence, a Colorado man has hit the jackpot...
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Doo Doo Doo, Looking Out My Back Door
“Stay at home order what joy, lock the front door, oh boy! Got to sit down…on my stool… by the...
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Choral Society Announces Dr. Ryan Luhrs As New Conductor
Hickory – The Hickory Choral Society is pleased to announce that Dr. Ryan Luhrs has been...
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WPS Watch Party With Maestro Troy This Friday, 5/1, At 7:30 PM
Hickory, NC – Though the 55th season of the Western Piedmont Symphony has come to a halt as a...
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The Smallest State May Have Reason To Brag About A Lizard
Providence, RI (AP) — The smallest state has some big news, if you’re a biologist: its first...
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National Parks Balancing Need For Social Media And Serenity
By Michelle A. Monroe and Felicia Fonseca Phoenix (AP) – Musetta Vander has been to several...
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Mail Fraud Suspect Named Speedy Gonzalez Arrested
Lawrenceville, GA (AP) — After months on the run, a mail fraud suspect who lived up to his legal...
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No Joke: Tupac Shakur Needs Unemployment Benefits
Frankfort, KY (AP) — It’s no joke — Tupac Shakur lives in Kentucky and needs unemployment benefits...
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WRC Announces Grocery Delivery Service In Response To The Covid-19 Pandemic
Hickory – Women’s Resource Center is happy to announce that we have partnered with Discovery...
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Valdese Announces FFN Concerts Cancelled Until August
Valdese, NC – The Town of Valdese has made the decision to cancel all concerts scheduled for...
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Open Door Book Club Virtual Meeting On Wednesday, May 27
Hickory – Join us for a virtual meeting of the Open Door Book Club on Wednesday, May 27th at 3:30...
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Better Business Bureau Provides Resources To Shop Local
Charlotte, NC – Amidst the coronavirus pandemic, Better Business Bureau serving Southern...
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ALFA’s Tiger Queen Virtual Drag B-I-N-G-O, Saturday, May 2
Hickory – Mark your calendars for May 2nd at 8pm! This virtual bingo game is formatted to...
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Support Your Local Library On Library Giving Day, April 23
Newton, NC – Communities nationwide are celebrating National Library Week (April 19-25, 2020),...
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Restaurant Finds NY Man’s Wedding Ring 3 Years Later
Fort Lauderdale, FL (AP) – Three years ago, a New York couple was enjoying a meal by the...
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Jogger Wears Unicorn Costume To Cheer Up Neighbors
Tampa, FL (AP) – More than a week after Easter, there’s still one mythical creature...
Read MoreRecent Video Releases
New to streaming: To the Stars (2020) A bullied young girl, growing up in rural Oklahoma in the 1960s, finds herself coming into her own after befriending the new kid in school. When the new kid’s enigmatic past rears its head...
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Remembering Sports
Last week we spent time remembering some of the top moments in sports between 2010 and...
Read MoreMan Tries To Smuggle Girlfriend In Car Trunk During Lockdown
Johannesburg (AP) – A man in South Africa was arrested for trying to smuggle his girlfriend from one province to another in the trunk of his car to evade coronavirus lockdown regulations, authorities said. The woman...
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HCT Announces Eric Seale Will Be The New Artistic Director
Hickory – Eric Seale of Lexington, KY has been chosen to be the new Artistic Director of the...
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Catawba County Develops A New Online Dashboard To Track COVID-19
Newton, NC – Catawba County has developed a new online dashboard to track data related to...
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Attorneys Asked To Get Out Of Bed & Dress For Zoom Hearings
Fort Lauderdale, FL (AP) – A Florida judge has one request for attorneys showing up for...
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Economic Impact Payments AKA Stimulus Payment Information
US- The IRS is committed to helping you get your Economic Impact Payment as soon as possible. The...
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Hickory Solid Waste Crews Give Important Tips For Better Service
Hickory – With people staying in their homes more amid the COVID-19 pandemic, the City of...
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Democratic Party Convention Will Be Held Digitally, 4/25
Hickory – During these unprecedented times and in accordance with North Carolina Democratic...
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Free Trial Offer! Scam Reports Climb As Celebrities Speak Out
With many people staying at home due to COVID-19 and spending more time on the internet, chances...
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Message From Hickory’s NAACP Regarding COVID 19
Hickory – As we observe social distancing and other practices dictated by COVID-19, the...
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Pinwheels And Remembering Zahra Baker – 10 Years Later
Hickory – April is National Child Abuse Prevention Month, and The Children’s Advocacy &...
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WRC To Participate In #GivingTuesdayNow, May 5
Hickory – The coronavirus will not stop our commitment to empower and enrich women’s lives....
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Check Water Safety Prior To Resuming Normal Water Use
Newton, NC – Property caretakers should follow simple steps to make sure water is safe when...
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Back To Normal?
“So…how are you enjoying the apocalypse?” This inquiry has been made on several occasions over the...
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NC Farmer Rents Out Miniature Donkey To Crash Video Calls
Indian Trail, NC (AP) – A miniature donkey named Mambo is getting some online love in North...
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Earth Turns Wilder And Cleaner With People At Home
By SETH BORENSTEIN (AP) – An unplanned grand experiment is changing Earth. As people across...
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Downtown Hickory Farmers Market Sets Up Beside Park
Hickory – We need fresh, healthy, local food now, more than ever! Come get some fresh air...
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Latest Streaming Releases
Trolls: World Tour (2020) Universal had an unexpected smash on its hands with the 2016 film,...
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Public Health Answers Common Coronavirus Questions
By Jennifer McCracken, Health Director, Catawba County Public Health Catawba County, NC –...
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Remembering Sports
Since I do not have any games to review or preview due to the current situation, I think I...
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Girl Scouts Is Now Offering Live Virtual Workshops, M-F
Hickory – Stay connected to Girl Scouts across the council, nation and around the world by...
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Earth Day Network Shifts To Global Digital Mobilizations For 50th Anniversary On April 22
Washington, DC — Amid the recent coronavirus (COVID-19) global pandemic, Earth Day Network, the...
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Catawba County Gardening Program Features Zoom Classes
Hickory – Catawba County Cooperative Extension Service has virtual classes through Zoom....
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British Man Runs Marathon In Backyard During Lockdown
Cheltenham, England (AP) — Being stuck at home didn’t stop a British man from running an outdoor...
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City Of Valdese Announces Public Works May Be Delayed
Valdese, NC – Due to operation changes with COVID-19, please be aware that services provided...
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‘Ghosts’ Volunteer To Scare Villagers During Lockdown
Indonesia (AP) – Residents have not taken well to the imposed coronavirus lockdown, so this...
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Community Resource Agencies Are In Need Of Donations
Our community resource agencies are running low on food and other supplies that are normally...
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Vote Online Now For ‘People’s Choice’ Award For 73rd Annual Paul Whitener Student Art Show
Hickory – In the spirit of HMA’s mission, to bring people together and inspire creativity...
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Harbinger…Of Confusion
“Tell me with the Rapture and the virus in the right, right? You hand-washin’, sanitizen’, hoard...
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Russians Decorate Coronavirus Isolation By Recreating Artworks
Moscow (AP) — In the coronavirus lockdown, Russians can’t go to their beloved and renowned...
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Hickory And Newton Honor 2019 Main Street Champions
Hickory & Newton, NC – The 2019 North Carolina Main Street Champions, individuals that...
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Truck Hauling Toilet Paper Catches Fire On Texas Interstate
Hutchins, TX (AP) — A tractor-trailer hauling toilet paper crashed and caught fire near Dallas...
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Officers Find An Alligator While Responding To Robbery
Columbus, OH (AP) — Columbus Police discovered a live alligator while responding to an alleged...
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Catawba County’s Holiday Closures For Good Friday
Newton, NC – Catawba County government offices and the Blackburn Construction & Demolition...
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Free Meals That Feed 4 To 6 People For Those In Need
The Underground Table is providing Free Meals to those in need. We have two time windows for...
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Family Care Center Of Hickory Is In Need Of Donations
Hickory – Just a note to let you know Family Care Center staff are still working, in the...
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City Of Hickory Announced First Street NW Road Closure
Hickory – On Monday, April 6, First Street NW, between Main Avenue NW and First Avenue NW, closed...
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City Of Newton Suspends Disconnection Of Residential Utility And Sanitation Services
Newton, NC – To help ensure residents can remain in their homes and slow the spread of the...
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Liquor-Based Swamp Dragon Slithers Into Hot Sauce Market
By ROBIN MILLER NEW ORLEANS (AP) – For Matt Beeson, it all began with the question: “I...
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Post Polio Support Group Canceled Until Further Notice
Hickory – Due to the Coronvirus pandemic, the Piedmont Post Polio support group monthly...
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Speakers Wanted For Nov. 21st TEDxHickory, Collide Theme
Hickory – A group of local volunteers are planning the ninth year of TEDxHickory, a full-day event...
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CDC Recommends Additional Use Of Cloth Face Coverings
CDC – The CDC continues to study the spread and effects of the novel coronavirus across the...
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Jim Armstrong’s Subaru Share The Love Event Selected Catawba County’s Meals On Wheels
Hickory – Jim Armstrong Subaru selected Catawba County Senior Nutrition Services (Meals on...
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Cardboard Cutouts Of Guests Donated For Wedding
Dowagiac, MI (AP) — Cardboard cutout wedding guests will make for a not-so-cookie-cutter wedding...
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BBB’s Scam Alert: Watch Out For Three New Coronavirus Scams
Matthews, NC – As COVID-19, the disease caused by the novel coronavirus, continues to spread...
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Small Kitten Stuck On A Roof Rescued By Firefighters
Marietta, GA (AP) — A kitten stuck on a roof in the cold was saved by firefighters in Georgia. The...
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Collect Bobbleheads? Dr. Fauci Will Soon Be Available
Milwaukee, WI (AP) — The United States’ top infectious disease specialist is getting his own...
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Library To-Go Pickup Service Expands To Ridgeview Branch
Hickory – Hickory Public Library’s popular “Library To-Go” pickup service for library books,...
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Autumn’s Fall
Before we settle into the somber tone of this week’s column, an apology may not be in order but...
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Tough Call For MLB
Major League Baseball is worried about starting a season as soon as possible. An idea being...
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Recent Home Video Releases
Streaming picks of the week: Once Were Brothers: Robbie Robertson and The Band (***) The story of...
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City Of Hickory Mulch And Leaf Compost Covid-19 Update
Hickory – As an additional precautionary step against the spread of COVID-19, customers are asked...
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What A Month
Remember what was going on in sports back on March 1? What many consider the best time of...
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Woman Who Previously Won $50,000 Wins $3M Lottery Prize
St. Louis (AP) – A St. Louis woman who won $50,000 in a Lottery game 18 years ago has won...
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Support Downtown Hickory Small Businesses
Restaurants & Brews Charlie Graingers Hickory (828) 322-2755...
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Un-Baa-Lievable! Goats Invade Locked-Down Welsh Town
London (AP) – Un-baaaaa-lievable: This wild bunch is completely ignoring rules on social...
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Teen Wrestling Champ Stops Kidnapping Of Children
Las Cruces, NM (AP) — A 16-year-old wrestling champion helped stop a kidnapping and assault near...
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City Of Newton Urges Residents To Stop Flushing TP Alternatives
Newton, NC – Wastewater treatment can be a messy job, and the City of Newton needs your help...
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CVCC’s SBC Offers Two Webinars To Assist Small Businesses, 4/6
Hickory – The Catawba Valley Community College (CVCC) Small Business Center will present two...
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HDDA’s Executive Director Is Humbled By The Support Businesses Have For One Another
By Amy Ogle HDDA Executive Director Hickory – Hickory’s downtown has always held a magical...
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Top 4 Coronavirus Scams Seen By Better Business Bureau
Matthews, NC – COVID-19, the disease caused by the novel coronavirus, has hit North America....
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A Friendly Reminder From City Of Hickory Public Utilities
Hickory – Did you know that 60 percent of all sanitary sewer overflows are related to customers...
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Christian Relief Organization Out Of Boone, NC, Responds At The U.S. Epicenter Of The Coronavirus
Boone, NC, – On Saturday, March 28, Samaritan’s Purse deployed its Emergency Field Hospital...
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Greenway Public Transportation Modifies Bus Schedule
Hickory, N.C. – On Monday, March 30, Greenway Public Transportation modified the current...
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Census Data Determines Funding For Natural Disasters, Hospitals, And Local Fire Departments
Did you know that the results of the 2020 Census will help determine how hundreds of billions of...
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Man Told To Turn Down Music Grabs Sword, Chases Man
Manchester, NH (AP) — A man has been accused of grabbing a 2 1/2-foot-long (76 centimeters) sword...
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New FREE COVID-19 Symptom Research App: Recruiting Millions Of Americans To Beat the Disease
Boston – As the COVID-19 coronavirus pandemic grips the U.S., a healthcare science company,...
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ECCCM & Covid-19 Food Applications Taken By Phone
Newton, NC – ECCCM has, as a response to Covid-19, designed a new and safer means of...
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Distractions
Several people questioned the reasoning behind my not mentioning the worldwide “virus” by name in...
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Frequently Asked Questions About NC Stay At Home Order
North Carolina – Governor Roy Cooper declared a Statewide Stay at Home order that went into...
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Newton Closes Playgrounds, Tennis Courts, Basketball Courts; Parks To Remain Open
Newton, NC – Out of concern for public safety and in accordance with Gov. Roy Cooper’s...
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Pacific Snake Eel, Rarely Seen In Oregon, Found Near Astoria
Astoria, OR (AP) — A Pacific snake eel, a species rarely seen in waters as far north as Oregon,...
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Recent Home Video Releases
Streaming Pick of the Week: The Invisible Man (2020) (***) Director-writer Leigh Whannell’s...
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Newton Sanitation Customers Asked To Double Bag Waste
Newton, NC – Out of concern for public safety and in response to the ongoing coronavirus...
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NC Insurance Commissioner Orders Deferral Of Premium Payments To Help Consumers
Raleigh, NC – North Carolina Insurance Commissioner Mike Causey has activated an emergency...
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Exodus Homes Hangs On During COVID-19 Pandemic
Hickory – Exodus Homes, a faith based United Way agency that provides supportive housing for...
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Hickory’s Operational Changes During State Stay At Home Order
Hickory – With Governor Cooper’s statewide Stay at Home Order, the City of Hickory implemented the...
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Public Debut Without Public For Polar Bear Cubs At Dutch Zoo
The Hague, Netherlands (AP) — A pair of twin polar bear cubs have made their public debut at a...
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NC Residents Can Call United Way’s NC 2-1-1 For Assistance
North Carolina – Governor Roy Cooper today announced NC 2-1-1 by United Way of North...
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Valdese Town Hall Open To Public By Appointment Only
Valdese, NC – On Monday, March 23, Valdese Town Hall announced it will be open to the public...
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It Is Official
It Is Official One of the worst kept secrets in Carolina Panthers history came to an end on...
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Catawba County Innovates Library Services During Crisis
Newton, NC – With community health and wellbeing at top of mind, the Catawba County Library is...
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SBC Hosts Business Expenses & Home Business Webinar, 4/2
Hickory – The Catawba Valley Community College (CVCC) Small Business Center will host a...
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Trade Alley Art Launches Online Selling On Wednesday, April 1
Hickory – Selling art is hard under the best of circumstances. Selling art in a small town...
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Drive Thru Service Available For City Of Hickory Utility Payments
Hickory – For the safety of all customers and City staff, effective March 24, Hickory utility...
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Customers Cheer After Woman Gives Birth At Missouri Walmart
Springfield, MO (AP) – Customers cheered at a Walmart in Missouri after a woman gave birth...
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Rudy The Dog Saved A Cat And Then Became His Best Friend
By BILL MOOR, South Bend Tribune South Bend, IN (AP) – It wasn’t like Rudy to disobey. But...
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Free Coronavirus Updates App Launched By NC Design Group After Loss Of Family Member
Charlotte, NC – The Coronavirus Pandemic is the conversation topic of everyone regardless of...
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City Of Newton Suspends Public Access To City Buildings
Newton, NC – Out of concern for public safety and in response to the ongoing coronavirus...
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Senior Citizen Only Shopping Hours Now At Lowes Foods
Hickory – In response to the need to distance seniors and others who are vulnerable to the...
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Hickory Businesses Team Up To Make Hand Sanitizer Available, Promote Gift Cards & To-Go Specials
Hickory – Downtown Hickory businesses have a history of supporting each other, so it comes...
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‘Wonderchicken’ Fossil Reveals Ancestor Of Today’s Birds
By MALCOLM RITTER New York (AP) – A tiny fossil skull nicknamed “Wonderchicken” is giving...
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Florida Man Jailed Twice In 2 Days For Impersonating Cop
Bunnell, FL (AP) — A Florida man is back in jail for impersonating a law enforcement officer just...
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Catawba County Cooperative Extension Schedule Changes
Catawba County – We continue to work with county and state health officials, as well as NC...
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Real Estate Agent/Landlady Fleeced By Wolf In Sheep’s Clothing
Dear Abel and Sofi, I’m a real estate agent, who doubles as a landlady. And I rely on extra...
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Healthy Local Grown Food At Farmers Market, Sat., March 28
Hickory – The Hickory Winter Farmers Market has shortened its hours due to COVID19. Join us...
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Hickory Library Provides Creative Ways To Read, Play, And Learn
Hickory – Although social distancing measures are in place and some City facilities are closed due...
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Newly Released Online Movies
Newly Released Online Movies A note from Adam: In light of events unfolding in the world, we have...
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DMV Closes Some Locations, Others Available By Appt. Only
Raleigh – The following are highlights from this week at the N.C. Department of Transportation....
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‘Sea Calf’ Born To Cow That Swam To Shore After Hurricane
Beaufort, NC (AP) — A pregnant cow who swam 4 miles (6.4 kilometers) to shore after being swept...
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Bethlehem Star Shines As A Beacon Of Hope For Community
Bethlehem, NC – Since 1977, the Bethlehem Star has graced the skyline as a treasured symbol...
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ECCCM Implements Safety Measures For COVID-19
Newton, NC – In the past, ECCCM has weathered many crises together with our community. Most...
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Missing Dog Found More Than 1,400 Miles From Home
Mount Morris Township, MI (AP) – A dog from Florida, missing for more than two months, has...
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Don’t Let Education Fall In The Curve During This Crisis
Washington DC – You know when the NEA and the president agree it must be serious, but that’s...
Read MoreCatawba Co. Seniors Morning Out Sites Close Temporarily
Catawba County, NC – Due to current guidance regarding gatherings for high-risk individuals, Catawba County Senior Nutrition Services is temporarily closing all Catawba County Seniors Morning Out (SMO) sites effective...
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Facebook Acknowledges A Bug That Blocked Coronavirus News
(AP) Facebook says a bug in its anti-spam system is blocking the publication of links to news...
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Important Updates From The Town Of Valdese
Valdese, NC – Amid the growing concern surrounding COVID-19, the Town of Valdese, decided as...
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The Green Room Offers Two Scholarships For HS Seniors
Newton, NC – The Green Room Community Theatre, Inc. is pleased to present our annual Mary...
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Emergency Food Programs And Resources In Our Area
Hickory – Emergency Food Programs provided through Food Pantries and Soup Kitchens in...
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Newton Parks And Recreation Cancel Programming & Close Facilities Through April 6
Newton, NC – Out of concern for public safety and to help slow the spread of COVID-19, the...
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How To Clean The Bundle Of Germs That Is Your Phone
By Tali Arbel New York (AP) – You’re washing your hands countless times a day to try to ward...
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Life Without Sports
It sure does seem strange sitting down in front of the TV, grabbing the remote to look for...
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Re-Wilding Your Lawn Is Key To Diversity But Requires Planning
By Dean Fosdick (AP) “Re-wilding” is the trend toward diversifying traditional lawns by putting in...
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Information On Conoravirus (Covid-19) From The CDC
Source: cdc.gov – Focus Newspaper has gathered Information on the Conoravirus (COVID-19)...
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HCT Cancels & Postpones All Events Through May 11th
Hickory – Due to the current restrictions related to the COVID-19 virus, the Hickory...
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Message From The City Of Hickory Solid Waste Division
Hickory – Due to the unexpected increase in people being home because of the coronavirus...
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NC Dept. Of Natural & Cultural Resources Public Sites Close
Raleigh, NC – In accordance with Governor Roy Cooper’s Executive Order 117, and to help...
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INSANITIZED
PRELUDE: Late at night…. in any town USA. On a desolate back street, at the corner of Desperation...
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Cow Is On The Loose And Wanted By Police In Florida
Pembroke Pines, FL (AP) – A cow is on the loose in South Florida. Not considered dangerous,...
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City Of Hickory Closes Libraries And All Recreation Centers
Hickory – As further precaution against the spread of the coronavirus (COVID-19), the City of...
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Charter Offers Internet & Wi-Fi For Students Without Internet
Stamford, Conn. – In the coming weeks, many Americans will be affected either directly or...
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Man Runs Toilet Paper Exchange On California Street Corner
Encinitas, CA (AP) – Disturbed by empty store shelves and reports of hoarding during the...
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Hickory Soup Kitchen Takes Steps To Ensure Safety In Services They Provide Guests
Hickory – The Hickory Soup Kitchen has been and continues to closely monitor the evolving...
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Meals On Wheels New Schedule For Less Person To Person Contact
Newton, NC – Catawba County Meals on Wheels has temporarily modified its delivery schedule to help...
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Local Restaurants Offer Free Lunches To Children In Need
Burke County, NC – On Saturday, Gov. Roy Cooper announced that starting Monday all North...
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CFNC’s Suggestions & Tips For Students Currently At Home
The COVID-19 pandemic is forcing local schools to close, sports seasons to be suspended, and...
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End Of Telegraph Era Brings The Question: What’s A Telegraph?
Tallahassee, FL (AP) – The telegraph era in Florida is ending without a flash. Not even a...
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The Hunt (** ½)
Sometimes the controversy behind a film is infinitely more interesting than the film...
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Are You Healthy? American Red Cross Is In Serious Need Of Blood
Charlotte, NC – The American Red Cross now faces a severe blood shortage due to an unprecedented...
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In A Faraway World It’s Cloudy With A Chance Of Iron Rain
Cape Canaveral, FL (AP) – At one hot, faraway world, it’s always cloudy with a chance...
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The Corner Table Soup Kitchen Prepares For Coming Weeks
Newton, NC – The following actions were placed in effect for March 16th – March 31st at The...
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Friends Of Residents In Long Term Care Offers Suggestions
North Carolina – In response to the State of Emergency in North Carolina, FOR (Friends of...
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Foothills Folk Art Festival Is Now Accepting Artist Applications
Newton, NC—The Foothills Folk Art Festival is now accepting artist applications for the juried...
Read MoreWRC’s Changes For Supporters, Group Leaders & Volunteers
Hickory – We are actively working to take necessary precautions to maintain a healthy environment for our guests regarding COVID-19. In doing so we have made the following choices: -We have paused our front desk Resource...
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ACC Tourney Preview
Changes abound at this year’s ACC Men’s Basketball Tournament. Neither Duke or North Carolina...
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Doc & Merle: An Intimate Documentary, 3/19, At BRAHM
Blowing Rock, NC – During the month of March, Blowing Rock Art & History Museum...
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Doctors Try First CRISPR Editing In The Body For Blindness
By MARILYNN MARCHIO (AP) Scientists say they have used the gene editing tool CRISPR inside...
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Long View Lions Club Hosts 10th Annual Team Bass Fishing Tournament 3/28, Enter By 3/21
Hickory, NC – The Long View Lions Club presents their 10th Annual Team Bass Fishing Tournament on...
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North Carolina Woman Goes To Jail For 100th Birthday
Roxboro, NC (AP) – For her 100th birthday, Ruth Bryant crossed a significant item off her...
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Sustainable Gardening Includes Eco-Friendly Practices
By DEAN FOSDICK (AP) “Sustainable” is one of gardening’s trendiest buzzwords, yet it carries...
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Volunteers Needed For Spring Litter Sweep, March 11 – 25
Raleigh, NC – Volunteers across North Carolina are needed to help clean up trash along roads...
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Turn Your Website Into A Lead Generator Seminar, 3/16
Hickory – Join Small Business Center staff for a seminar at Patrick Beaver Memorial Library...
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A Night Of Standup Comedy To Benefit Backpack Program, 4/1
Newton, NC – The Backpack Program of Catawba County, a program of The Corner Table Soup Kitchen,...
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City Of Hickory To Sell Mulch And Leaf Compost Starting Friday, March 13
Hickory – Just in time for spring planting, the City of Hickory will begin its sales of mulch and...
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Credit & Money Management Workshop On Thurs., March 19
Hickory – The Catawba Valley Community College (CVCC) Small Business Center will partner...
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Hiddenite Arts’ Calls For Artists! Entry Deadline Thurs., March 26
Hiddenite, NC – The Adult Division of the Hiddenite Arts & Heritage Center’s Regional...
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$10 Million Gift For Students To Explore Wonders Of Science
Fullerton, CA (AP) – A 98-year-old retired engineering executive has donated $10 million to...
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South African Upside Down House Attracts Tourists
Hartebeestpoort, South Africa (AP) – With its roof on the ground and its floor in the air,...
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Western NC Sculpture Center Hosts Pie Competition On 3/14
Lenoir, NC – The new Western NC Sculpture Center at the Patterson School Foundation in Happy...
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Hiddenite Arts Offers New Class: Restorative Yoga, Begins 3/21
Hiddenite, NC – On Saturday, March 21, 2020, the Hiddenite Arts & Heritage Center will...
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City Of Hickory Announces P.A.C.T. For Month Of March
Hickory – The Hickory Police Department’s March traffic enforcement P.A.C.T. – Pay Attention in...
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Shelby’s Post-Polio Support Group Meeting Is March 16
Shelby, NC – The next Post-Polio Support Group Meeting in Shelby, NC is March, 16th at...
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HCT Offers Public Opportunities To Meet The Final Candidate For The New Artistic Director
Hickory – The Hickory Community Theatre is about to finish the search for a new Artistic...
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Famous Hinkle Tree From The ‘79 US Open Is Uprooted By Wind
Toledo, OH (AP) – A tree that appeared overnight during the 1979 U.S. Open to become a part...
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Robin’s Nest Children’s Advocacy Dancing Fundraiser, April 4
Lenoir, NC – Robin’s Nest Children’s Advocacy Center of Caldwell County invites you to...
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SALT Block Hosts Irish Dance Program On Tuesday, March 17
Hickory – Hickory Public Library has arranged for The St. Joseph School of Irish Dance to...
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Library Is Accepting Appts. For Intro To Windows 10, March 20
Hickory – Patrick Beaver Memorial Library is offering one-on-one sessions for those...
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