City of Hickory

Naming contest underway in Hickory

April 19, 2012

HICKORY – The naming contest for the new downtown structure is officially underway. Some people have already submitted their nominations on www.hickoryspeaks.com . Names on this website vary from ” Whistle Square ” to “The Sails,” at the moment, but t…

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Youth Council Recruiting New Members for the 2012-2013 School Year

April 19, 2012

The Hickory Youth Council is recruiting new members for the 2012-2013 school year. All rising 9-12 grade high school students living in the Hickory city limits or extra-territorial jurisdiction are eligible to apply. The Hickory Youth Council was esta…

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Education and fun combined at an annual “green” event

April 19, 2012

Everyone is talking about “being green,” but what does that really mean? The community has a chance to learn more about that during the “Growing A Green Future,” event that will be held on Saturday, April 21.

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May 19 dedication for the Zahra Baker All Children’s Playground

April 18, 2012

The City of Hickory, along with the Kiwanis Clubs of Catawba County, have scheduled Saturday, May 19, as the official playground opening and dedication. The community is invited to be a part of the ribbon cutting ceremonies, beginning at 11:00 a.m. th…

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Youth Council Recruiting New Members for the 2012-2013 School Year

April 18, 2012

HICKORY – The Hickory Youth Council is recruiting new members for the 2012-2013 school year. All rising 9-12 grade high school students living in the Hickory city limits or extra-territorial jurisdiction are eligible to apply. The Hickory Youth Counci…

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City of Hickory Fire Chief Thomas Alexander retires after 45 years of combined service

April 16, 2012

The City of Hickory’s Fire Chief Thomas J. Alexander is retiring after 45 years of combined service with two fire departments. Hickory Deputy Fire Chief Fred Hollar has been promoted as the new City of Hickory Fire Chief, beginning October 1, 2012.

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14 months and over $200,000 later the Zahra Baker All Children’s Playground is being built

April 11, 2012

14 months ago on February 14, 2011, the Zahra Baker All Children’s Playground was announced. More than $200,000 was raised for the playground equipment and 347 volunteers, plus staff, will build the playground this Thursday, Friday and Saturday.

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Hickory Communications Director and Brand Manager

April 5, 2012

City of Hickory Communications Director and Brand Manager, Mandy Pitts, has been elected to serve a second year as the president of the North Carolina City & County Communicators (NC3C).

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Hickory Communications Director and Brand Manager

April 5, 2012

City of Hickory Communications Director and Brand Manager, Mandy Pitts, has been elected to serve a second year as the president of the North Carolina City & County Communicators (NC3C).

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Unity Fair combines two annual events

April 5, 2012

The first Unity Fair will be taking place this year on Saturday, May 5. The event will be free to the public and held at the S.A.L.T. Block. A concert will be held on Friday, May 4 at 7 p.m. at the S.A.L.T. Block auditorium.

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