Catawba County moonshiner creates Elvis-inspired peanut butter, banana liquorMoonshine-maker Nick Calo said the idea came from his wife's love for Elvis. He said the couple got married in Graceland, and he wanted to pay tribute to Elvis, as Sep 19 23September 19, 2023Article at hickoryrecord.com
Mountain View sisters open gourmet popcorn shop in Hickory, 70 flavorsVisitors to Tastebuds Popcorn in Hickory will see 70 buckets of flavored popcorn lining the walls around the store. Sep 05 23September 05, 2023Article at hickoryrecord.com
Home permits up. Will growth follow in Burke County?Burke saw a decline of more than 3,000 people between 2010 and 2020, as the population dipped from 90,912 to 87,570 in the most recent census data.In the next 20 Aug 05 23August 05, 2023Article at hickoryrecord.com
Splash pad, museum help Hickory kids fight off summer heatThe splash pad at 805 6th SE Street in Hickory opened in 2016 and provides a wet, cool option for parents looking for a free activity. Aug 01 23August 01, 2023Article at hickoryrecord.com
Watch the video: Car plows through tables and chairs at Hickory coffee shopA car plowed through the patio in front of Taste Full Beans coffee shop in downtown Hickory on Thursday night. Beth Leicht, a barista at the shop, shared details of Jul 28 23July 28, 2023Article at hickoryrecord.com
NC filmmaker set to shoot slasher movie at Lake Hickory HauntsWriter and director Ron Rossmann said his idea is to create a psychological slasher movie that follows a paranormal serial killer who stalks the crew of a retro-style horror film. Jul 24 23July 24, 2023Article at hickoryrecord.com
Hickory police officer brings home the Bacon, literallyWhen Hickory police officer Rob Helton received a call while on patrol in 2021, he said he was not expecting to add another pet to his family. Jun 30 23June 30, 2023Article at hickoryrecord.com
What is left of Historic Terrell? Locals share concerns about growth, futureA sign at a stoplight where N.C. Highway 150 intersects with Slanting Bridge Road reads, “Welcome to Historic Terrell.” Jun 23 23June 23, 2023Article at hickoryrecord.com
New plant shop in Maiden has options for beginners, prosThe owners of a new business in Maiden went from the germination of an idea to doors open in three weeks. Jun 22 23June 22, 2023Article at hickoryrecord.com
Mead now served in Hickory. Owner: It's nothing like you've ever had beforeWritten in silver and gold on columns inside Battle Axe Mead House are the names of customers who have imbibed a glass of mead within the first week of the Jun 19 23June 19, 2023Article at hickoryrecord.com
Gallery exhibit by Black artist fuels Coffee in the Coe discussionEvery second and fourth Thursday, Patricia Viles brings in an array of cookies and other sweet treats for Hickory Museum of Art’s Coffee in the Coe attendees. Jun 14 23June 14, 2023Article at hickoryrecord.com
Agriculture, growth concerns shared at Balls Creek meetingOverpopulation topped a list of concerns Thursday night as local folks sought to answer the question: What do you want Catawba County to look like in 20 years? Jun 02 23June 02, 2023Article at hickoryrecord.com
"We have overcome the unforeseen": See the photos as Newton-Conover graduates 174 seniorsWith the cool, Friday night breeze blowing red and white tassels on the field of Gurley Stadium, graduating seniors and speakers reflected on the adversity the Class of 2023 overcame May 27 23May 27, 2023Article at hickoryrecord.com
Bandys High School GraduationClick here to view this item from HickoryRecord.com. May 26 23May 26, 2023Article at hickoryrecord.com
Notable Neighbor Madi Trimble: She is a creative videographer for NC State athletics and Mooresville Spinners baseballMadi Trimble is skilled at making videos to hype up a team and draw interest to the players. Aug 01 22August 01, 2022Article at hickoryrecord.com
Bringing Georgia comfort food to North Carolina; Hickory mother starts her own catering business after losing her job due to the pandemicA single mother of two in Hickory lost her fundraising job during the pandemic, ultimately leading her to start her own catering business, Jul 31 22July 31, 2022Article at hickoryrecord.com
Masks, safety fears drive parents to home-school childrenOver the past two years, 380 students have left Catawba County Schools to study at home. Jul 31 22July 31, 2022Article at hickoryrecord.com
Philip Moose, A Dream Resurrected: Art exhibition features artifacts from his military service, travelsIn an exhibit designed to reveal the person through his work, the life of Philip Moose comes into focus in artifacts and paintings. Jul 28 22July 28, 2022Article at hickoryrecord.com
Hickory resident celebrates her 100th birthday; she served Catawba County Schools, worked as a chemist and remains an active community memberFrances Landaas turned 100 years old Thursday in the company of her children, grandchildren and great-grandchildren as well as her friends in Hickory. Jul 17 22July 17, 2022Article at hickoryrecord.com
Accidental pumpkins? How a Hickory resident ended up with a patch growing in his front yardHickory resident Bill Lipscomb said he was surprised when he found sprouts growing in his front yard in the spot that was once home to a large magnolia tree. Jul 16 22July 16, 2022Article at hickoryrecord.com