Caldwell HOF welcomes four more Oct 28, 2008
Twice, he took the track championships at Hickory Speedway and Tri-County Speedway in the same year (1990 and 1995). He won the Mid-Atlantic Championship in 1990, and finished off the year with a Winston Racing Series National Championship. (Lenoir News Topic, NC)
Hiking Foothills Trail, Carolinas, ... Oct 26, 2008
Tree species include a variety of pines and oaks, as well as hemlock, magnolia, birch, black gum, hickory and basswood. The blazing autumn colors are nothing short of stunning, making this one of the best times of the year to visit. (Suite101.com)
West meets one of CVAC's best Oct 26, 2008
Fellow leader Foard defeated Bunker Hill 49-13 Friday to stay in first and Hibriten, the other top team, will play Hickory Monday ... West returns to action next Friday when it hosts Hickory. (Lenoir News Topic, NC)
Two football games postponed Oct 25, 2008
West Caldwell's game at Newton-Conover has been moved to Saturday at 7:30 p.m., while Hibriten's game at Hickory will now be played Monday at 7:30 p.m.. That means the Panthers will play games Monday and Thursday (vs. (Lenoir News Topic, NC)
Charges filed in Hudson shooting Oct 24, 2008
Dustin Chester was transported to Frye Regional Medical Center in Hickory with a superficial wound to the side of the his head and later was transferred to Carolinas Medical Center in Charlotte for observation. Contacted by phone in his hospital room Thursday, Dustin Chester said he was optimistic about being. (Lenoir News Topic, NC)
Can Cats capitalize? Oct 24, 2008
Almost immediately after Hibriten's top-shelf win over Newton-Conover last week, Panther coach Chuck Cannon began shifting his team's focus to this week's game with Hickory ... Hibriten travels to Hickory, then hosts Patton and West Caldwell, two of the teams in the bottom half of the standings ... Hibriten's focused on Hickory. (Lenoir News Topic, NC)
Jimmie Johnson's younger brother trying to make name for himself Oct 23, 2008
Jarit Johnson has his own stock car fabrication business in addition to campaigning late-model stock cars at Hickory Motor Speedway in North Carolina. Over the past two-plus seasons, he has 12 wins and two poles at Hickory. (San Diego Union-Tribune -- Sports)
Hickory tops Hibriten Oct 23, 2008
The Panthers got one when Hickory came to town ... "It was a good, tough game," Hickory coach Brian Jillings said ... The Panthers (18-5, 14-4 CVAC) nearly matched Hickory in shots (11-8), but were unable to get on the board until the Tornadoes had a 2-0 lead. (Lenoir News Topic, NC)
Johnson makes stop in Lenoir Oct 22, 2008
Johnson, a Hickory native and former Wake County prosecutor, is. challenging two-term Republican incumbent Patrick McHenry of Cherryville. (Lenoir News Topic, NC)
St. Stephens drops West Oct 21, 2008
The Panthers will close out with Hickory Wednesday ... "I challenged the guys to come out real sharp, to prepare for Hickory and the playoffs," Hibriten coach Jim Blanton said ... The Panthers' match with Hickory will be played in Lenoir. (Lenoir News Topic, NC)
Bean takes lead at Administaff Classic Oct 18, 2008
Bean's clubs, including TaylorMade irons that were one of only 10 sets of the clubs manufactured, were stolen last month at the Greater Hickory Classic in North Carolina. He turned to a makeshift set that he initially didn't expect to keep long.. (ESPN -- Golf)
Hamilton draws a crowd Oct 17, 2008
"I talked to N.C. State's [baseball] team and Coach [Elliott] Avent gave me some stuff,'' said Hamilton, explaining his attire to one inquiring visitor.He signed his name and jersey No. 32 in every book, a story of the baseball star's Christian faith and rise from drug addiction to restoration. Sitting at a wooden table, Hamilton, from Raleigh, looked each person in the eye, gave "Nice to see you, man" greetings and thanked each for coming.He also took time to answer questions or briefly discuss... (News & Observer -- Sports)
Obituaries for 10/15 (83) Oct 16, 2008
He is survived by are his wife of 34 years, Adgie Morris James of the home; his children, Barry James and Terry (Ann) James both of Wadesboro, Kathy Wilson of Shallotte and Cellane (Tommy, Jr.) McLeod of Hickory; his grandchildren, Alan (Amy) James of Wadesboro, Angie Garris of Shallotte, Bryan Garris of Lilesville, Amanda James of Salona Beach, Cali. Landis, Channing and Delaney McLeod all of Hickory; his great-grandchildren, Amber, April, Angel and Andrew James and Scott, Becky and Kyle Teal;... (Anson Record, NC)
Panthers roll past Maiden Oct 16, 2008
Hibriten plays at Bandys Monday, then hosts Hickory Wednesday. The state playoffs begin Oct. 29, but currently, it appears Hibriten will have a bye in the first round and open play Nov. 1. (Lenoir News Topic, NC)
$1,000 reward offered Oct 15, 2008
Greene's mother Wilma Yount and fiancee Melody Wilson recently hit the streets putting up fliers in Long View, Hickory, Granite Falls and surrounding areas. "We put up the fliers and are offering a reward for any information that could lead to an arrest and conviction," Yount said. (Lenoir News Topic, NC)
Reyes takes second in CVAC Oct 15, 2008
Foard won the boys' race with 61 points, followed by Bunker Hill (65) and Hickory (73) ... Hickory won the event with 58 points. (Lenoir News Topic, NC)
Court denies White Fox rehearing Oct 13, 2008
White Fox and Attorney Jason White, from the Hickory law firm of Sigmon, Clark, Mackie, Hutton, Hanvey and Ferrell, P.A., filed a motion of rehearing wth the court of Appeals Sept. 23, a little more than a month after the court's three-member body rendered a unanimous decision in favor of the church Aug. 18. In that decision, the court reversed and remanded the trial court's judgment and order for entry of judgment in the church's favor. (Lenoir News Topic, NC)
Warriors shut out by Blue Devils Oct 11, 2008
He badly wants his Warriors to get a taste of victory, but with the CVAC mammoths of Fred T. Foard, Newton-Conover, Hickory and Hibriten still remaining on the schedule, the Warriors are facing tremendous odds. "This is going to be the tell-tale sign if we're going to be men about this," Setzer said. (Lenoir News Topic, NC)
Man, 27, arrested after dog is shot (1105) Oct 10, 2008
Someone did 20 damage to a window on a house on Hickory Street, Rockingham. On 6th Street, Safie, Rockingham, someone did 175 damage to a house door. (Rockingham Daily Journal, NC)
Fishing Report: 10/10/08 (Today) Oct 10, 2008
Other stockings this week included Salmon and East Hickory creeks in Forest County, and Laurel Hill Creek in Somerset County. For a complete schedule, visit. (Pittsburgh Post-Gazette, PA -- Sports)
Super Bowl champ visits West Oct 10, 2008
Maiden has lost in consecutive weeks to Lincolnton, Fred T. Foard, Newton-Conover, Hickory and last week, Hibriten. But the Blue Devils played the first-place Panthers to a closer final score (38-27) than anyone else this season, compiling 505 yards in the road loss. (Lenoir News Topic, NC)
No Bull! Anson shuts out Hickory Ridge Oct 8, 2008
Anson shuts out Hickory Ridge ... Anson shuts out Hickory Ridge ... Published: Wednesday, October 8, 2008 12:43 PM EDT The Anson High School Bearcats marked Homecoming with a shutout over Hickory Ridge High School, 34-0. (Anson Record, NC)
Photo contributed Students at Anson New Technology High School show their school spirit. Oct 8, 2008
Ninth and tenth graders worked hard all morning to show their support by erecting an array of clever displays that urged the Bearcats on to victory over the Bulls of Hickory Ridge. The spirit week celebration continued on Monday with Tacky Day where students and staff wore their tackiest clothes. (Anson Record, NC)
Sporting News: Raleigh-Durham-Chapel Hill top sports city in North Carolina Oct 8, 2008
The other North Carolina cities in the rankings include: No. 103 Davidson; No. 116 Greenville; No. 152 Boone; No. 170 Wilmington; No. 172 Asheville; No. 195 Boiling Springs; No. 222 Cullowhee; No. 250 Buies Creek; No. 340 Kannapolis; No. 357 Kinston; and No. 371 Hickory. Boston took the top spot on the Sporting News list for the third time in five years. (Business Journal of the Greater Triad Area)
Oconee County police blotter Oct 8, 2008
Theft: On Sept. 26, deputy Jeremy Wasdin was dispatched to Hickory Hills Drive, Watkinsville, where a man said someone came onto his property and stole eight pieces of copper wire that were 8-feet long and 1-inch in diameter. Theft: On Sept. 27, deputy Victor Green was patrolling in the Coldwater subdivision shortly after 1 a.m. when he discovered that outside air conditioning units on three homes had been dismantled. (Athens Banner-Herald)
No leads in murder of Granite Falls man Oct 8, 2008
"He had never done that before. Me and my daughter went out at 1 o'clock and drove through Hickory and Lenoir. We didn't know where to go we just drove.". Spears said Greene's family was something that always came first to her nephew. (Lenoir News Topic, NC)
Football Recruits Scoreboard Oct 4, 2008
Hickory 19 Chesapeake (Va. Grassfield 10 (Curtis Campbell). (InsideCarolina.com)
Some victims released from hospital; Oct 4, 2008
The mother of the children, Lisa Damron, 30, and Jerry Eugene Damron, 7, were taken to Frye Regional Medical Center in Hickory with minor injuries and have been released. The other four children were transported to Wake Forest University Baptist Hospital in Winston-Salem. (Lenoir News Topic, NC)
Police arrest burglary suspects Oct 3, 2008
At a house on Hickory Street, Rockingham, someone did 55 worth of damage to property. At a house on Tedder Road, Little Mills Community, someone did 200 damage to a door and stole a 200 water well pump. (Rockingham Daily Journal, NC)
Recruit Game Schedule Oct 3, 2008
Grassfield High School @ Hickory High School. Player(s) to Watch: (RB/FS). (InsideCarolina.com)
Thomasville Accelerating Retail Strategy With Marketing Initiatives, Launch of New Collection Oct 3, 2008
Furniture Brands serves its customers through some of the best known and most respected brands in the furniture industry, including Broyhill, Lane, Thomasville, Drexel Heritage, Henredon, Pearson, Hickory Chair, Laneventure, and Maitland-Smith. Contact. (Primezone Releases)
Panthers face Maiden Oct 3, 2008
"They've just played a killer schedule. With Lincolnton the defending 2-A champs Foard, Newton and Hickory; that's tough. They are battle tested.". The Blue Devils boast the second-best passing attack in the CVAC (135. (Lenoir News Topic, NC)
A sense of closure Sep 25, 2008
Hickory Police Department Officer Vic Camacho fought back tears as he spoke about his best friend, who came to his aid when he was injured in a vehicle chase accident almost five months ago. "Adam was my best friend and my brother," Camacho said. (Lenoir News Topic, NC)
Brinkley found dead in ravine near home Sep 25, 2008
A S.W.A.T. unit from Hickory Police Department found Brinkley's body sitting in an upright position about six hours after the search commenced. Two weapons were reported to be lying near the body. (Lenoir News Topic, NC)
Reyes, South Caldwell get victories Sep 24, 2008
The Lady Spartans had all five of their scoring runners finish in the top seven (20 points) and the Spartan boys, who tied Hickory for the win with 42 points, had similar success ... Hickory's Claudia Mundy won the girls' race with a time of 21:09 ... Hickory was second with 55 points, followed by St. Stephens (78) and Patton (91). (Lenoir News Topic, NC)
Support from other agencies proves pivotal Sep 24, 2008
People wanting more information about helping out in any way can call the Lenoir office at 828-754-4161, the Hickory office at 828-322-4151 or Gibbs at 828-612-8790. Lenoir, NC. (Lenoir News Topic, NC)
Manhunt affecting outdoor sports Sep 24, 2008
Most notably, Hibriten's home soccer game Monday with Hickory was moved to Hickory. And practices have been moved away from campus. (Lenoir News Topic, NC)
Thirstytrioarrestedforbreakingintodrinkmachine Sep 23, 2008
George Franklin Becker Jr., 51, and Ann Jones Becker, 50, both of 2096 Cedar Branch Road in Chadbourn, and Keith Marvick Gaddy, 44, of 16522 Twisted Hickory Road in Bladenboro, were arrested by Elizabethtown Police Sgt. Jeff Guyton around 11:30 p.m., Elizabethtown Police Chief Bobby Kinlaw said. Guyton, who was on patrol, was near Go Gas when he saw a drink machine at the station was pulled out with the door open. (Elizabethtown Bladen Journal, NC)
Rangers swap Low-A affiliates Sep 23, 2008
The Texas Rangers' low Single-A club will make the move from Clinton, IA, to Hickory, NC, beginning in 2009 ... The Crawdads are located in Hickory, North Carolina ... The two clubs are 580 and 500 miles from Hickory, respectively. (Texas, TheInsiders.com)
Panthers lose battle for top CVAC spot Sep 23, 2008
Hibriten's soccer team was unable to knock off CVAC leader Hickory Monday. The Red Tornadoes won 1-0 in a match that was moved to Hickory ... Hickory (10-2-1 overall) remained unbeaten in league play through nine games. (Lenoir News Topic, NC)
Schools operate with caution Sep 23, 2008
For precautionary purposes, Hibritens home soccer match Monday against Hickory High School was moved from Lenoir to Hickory, and the football team moved practice off campus. Its just to be on the safe side, said Hibriten Athletic Director Chuck Cannon, adding that todays events are expected to be on a regular schedule. (Lenoir News Topic, NC)
O'Brien's beat blog Sep 22, 2008
The bygone era of hickory bats, spitballs and metal cleats won t be missed by those who never had the pleasure of experiencing the unique past of the game. Todays equipment may be better, the players more athletic. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution -- Sports)
What's up (51) Sep 20, 2008
NU High at Union, Hickory Hills, 9:30 a.m. ... NU High at Union, Hickory Hills, 9:30 a.m.. (Waterloo-Cedar Falls Courier)
Amber Pennell will be released from Frye today Sep 20, 2008
Amber Pennell, the miracle mom who survived a five-day ordeal pinned inside a wrecked pickup truck without food or water, is being released from Frye Regional Medical Center in Hickory today at 11 a.m. and going home, a place she has not been since leaving for work at Hannah's Bar-B-Q on the afternoon of Aug. 20. "I'm so happy to be going home, but I don't want a lot of people there," Amber said. (Lenoir News Topic, NC)
Murder case will go to trial Sep 20, 2008
Teunta Hunter, 28, of Hickory, was arrested and charged with the June 10, 2006, murder of 41-year-old Mark Anthony Gibbs. His case is scheduled to go to trial Oct. 13. (Lenoir News Topic, NC)
So far so good for perfect Panthers Sep 19, 2008
Included in the next stretch are games with Maiden, Foard, Newton-Conover and Hickory. "It's about a five-week test," Cannon says. (Lenoir News Topic, NC)
Spartans host impressive Viking squad Sep 19, 2008
"They beat Statesville, and Statesville beat Hickory," Carter says. "That says a lot.". (Lenoir News Topic, NC)
Church stays true to his roots Sep 18, 2008
In a state of nervousness, I stand in a hotel parking lot in Hickory and anticipate the arrival of the tour bus ... to Asheville, from Asheville to Lenoir, and from Lenoir to Hickory ... For those who want to hear a sneak peek of some of Church's new songs, he will be performing at L.P. Frans Stadium (Crawdads Stadium) in Hickory on Saturday at 8 p.m.. (Lenoir News Topic, NC)
Panthers red hot on the pitch Sep 18, 2008
Its on to Hickory now, Easton said. Weve got to be ready. (Lenoir News Topic, NC)
Paul Gooden (5) Sep 17, 2008
He is survived by his wife, Leanna S. Gooden of Elizabethtown; sons, Marc Gooden of Hendersonville and Ross Surbaugh and wife Joyce of Moyock; daughters, Sandra S. Reinhardt and husband Alan of Hickory; Penny G. Basinger and husband Mikeal of Sanford; and Polly G. Hancock and husband Jim of Elizabethtown. Grandchildren include Corinne Gooden of Nashville Tn. (Elizabethtown Bladen Journal, NC)
Alternative Autumn: foliage for active travelers Sep 17, 2008
Highlights include the 1,200-foot-long Stewart Tunnel (bring a flashlight or headlamp), shops full of artisan foods (cheese, wine and chocolate) and, in the fall, the chance to pedal beneath a colorful canopy of basswood, oak and hickory. Day trail passes are $4. (MSNBC -- Politics)
One step closer to home Sep 13, 2008
After being released from CMC, where she had surgery to her right arm and right leg and received treatment for an assortment of other injuries, Amber went to Frye Regional Medical Center in Hickory where she started her rehabilitation ... Taken to Carolinas Medical Center, Amber was there until this week when she was moved to Hickory. (Lenoir News Topic, NC)
SPORTS CALENDAR Sep 11, 2008
Champions Tour Greater Hickory Classic. Golf. (San Francisco Chronicle -- Sports)
Spartans end long drought Sep 11, 2008
West plays Hickory close ... That's how West Caldwell soccer coach Thomas Clark described Wednesday night's match with Hickory ... Hickory scored its first goal on a penalty kick, but a goal by Warrior Adam Clarke tied it at 1-1 at the intermission. (Lenoir News Topic, NC)
Greasy spoons of the South Sep 4, 2008
As a native Atlantan (born in 1964) I really miss the Olde Hickory House ... Tim, there s an Old Hickory House in Dunwoody ... I can remember when there was an Olde Hickory House right in Buckhead on Pharr Rd. Others I recall were on Northside Drive (near I-75) and Cobb Parkway (U.S. 41). (Atlanta Journal-Constitution)
Ownersputsweatequityintonewhome (110) Sep 3, 2008
The village, located on Hickory Street, when completed will consist of 16 homes and a small playground and picnic shelter that will be erected by the town of Bladenboro. Habitat is still seeking volunteers to help them with their goal of completing the village. (Elizabethtown Bladen Journal, NC)
Thieves target precious metals Sep 2, 2008
Hartley said LPD has taken about 40 during that same period of time, including 10 recently from Stephens Auto Mart on Hickory Boulevard in the last week or so. Car lots tend to get hit often by converter thieves in the city because the vehicles are unattended. (Lenoir News Topic, NC)
Influx of new hires brings back 'Rookie School' Aug 30, 2008
In comparison, nearby Hickory, with a population of roughly 40,000 answered 5,000 calls, Briscoe said, and the fire departments there have 125 firefighters. The addition of so many new faces means LFD doesn't have the level of experience it once had. (Lenoir News Topic, NC)
Quenching the thirst Aug 29, 2008
Lake Hickory and Lake Rhodhiss in Caldwell County were among those. In order to protect dams and reservoirs and to provide for public safety, Duke Energy moved water downstream through the basin to help deal with the excess rainfall that came to the area. (Lenoir News Topic, NC)
Bob Dole stops off in Lenoir Aug 29, 2008
Dressed in a sharp black suit, and armed with an equally sharp wit, Dole made a stop in Lenoir between visits to Blowing Rock and Hickory while campaigning for his wife, Sen. Elizabeth Dole, R-N.C., who is running for re-election. (Lenoir News Topic, NC)
Southeastern District contests open tonight Aug 28, 2008
The Warriors vs. Grizzlies, Hickory at Lakeland and Deep Creek at Great Bridge are the Southeastern District games set for Thursday night ... Hickory (3-7, 2-7 in 2007) at Lakeland (3-7, 3-6) - 7 p.m. ... Last year - Hickory 21, Lakeland 13. (Suffolk News Herald, VA)
Bumgarner: Best in the SAL Aug 28, 2008
Then Wednesday night, Bumgarner won his league-best 15th game by dispatching his close-to-home foes, the Hickory Crawdads, 9-2 to open the Single-A team's final series of the year. But then again, big feats aren't that uncommon for the former state player of the year and top 10 draft pick whose big-league arm has turned heads his entire life. (Lenoir News Topic, NC)
Thursday's Keys Aug 28, 2008
The Hickory, North Carolina senior handles all three kicking chores: kickoffs, punts and placements for the Gamecocks. He is a postseason honors candidate again in 2008, and he is one of the top returning placekickers in college football who should be a candidate for the Lou Groza Award along with all-conference and All-America consideration. (StateFans.com)
Amber's condition upgraded; community in awe of her story Aug 27, 2008
She also said other donations and forms assistance can be dropped off at Hannah's Bar-B-Q on Hickory Boulevard in Lenoir. "We will make sure the family gets it," she said. (Lenoir News Topic, NC)
Mexican Towns Hit Hard by US Downturn Aug 27, 2008
Most migrants from La Heredad have spent time in Clearwater, Florida, while in the neighboring village of Boye, almost everyone has been to Hickory, North Carolina. An immigration clampdown in one locale north on the border can thus have devastating effects on a single Mexican town. (Time.com)
