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NightlifePress start on fun: Dive Bar Hickory nails the laid-back, no-ego vibe, with Pac-Man, pinball, darts, pool and jet pong plus a steady lineup of karaoke and line dancing.
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Press start on fun: Dive Bar Hickory nails the laid-back, no-ego vibe, with Pac-Man, pinball, darts, pool and jet pong plus a steady lineup of karaoke and line dancing.
Bold bites, comfy vibes: Fourk brings lively, stylish energy to weeknight dinners and catch-ups, serving American favorites with a clever twist alongside well-made specialty cocktails.
Made-from-scratch cravings: When you want a cake that actually tastes as good as it looks, Ladybugs Sweet Treats is the Hickory go-to for custom, from-scratch creations plus cupcakes, cookies, pies, and more.
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The Hickory Crawdads ended a week of dominance in Wilson, North Carolina, defeating the Wilson Warbirds 6-2 at Wilson Ballpark.
Full story at whky.com ↗
Catawba Valley Community College (CVCC) and Hickory Aviation Museum, along with the City of Hickory, North Carolina, were able to combine their efforts into a shared facility on the edge of the Hickory Regional Airport.
Full story at groundbreakcarolinas.com ↗
The Hickory Crawdads have achieved a franchise-record-tying 15th consecutive victory, matching the previous 15-game run by the 2023 team.
Full story at whky.com ↗
Hickory City Council met to approve several items related to the airport, including a commercial use permit and lease agreement with Bearonautics LLC for space at Hickory Regional Airport.
Full story at whky.com ↗
A Norfolk Southern freight train hit a car near a railroad crossing in Hickory, seriously injuring three people and pushing the vehicle several blocks down the tracks.
Full story at hoodline.com ↗
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