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Renowned Virginia-based luthier makes his 1,000th guitar

Renowned Virginia-based guitar maker Wayne Henderson is being recognized after completing his 1,000th guitar. During his 60-year career, Henderson has made countless contributions to music makers across the country and around the world. He's built guitars by hand for a Who’s Who list of pickers, including Doc Watson, Ricky Skaggs...

Wilkesboro, NC · 22h
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Hickory Locals Pack The Drive-Thru At This Family-Owned North Carolina Chicken Joint Instead Of Hitting Fast Food

Every weekday around lunchtime, a line of cars snakes around a small building on a busy Hickory highway. The people in those cars could hit any big chain in town, but they keep coming back here instead. Some of them drive half an hour, and at least a few have...

Hickory, NC · 1d
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White powder identified after going airborne, sending 14 to hospital at Caldwell County facility

“We’re working with the hazmat team to ensure we have a complete understanding of their findings."

Caldwell County, NC · 1d
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Asheville HAZMAT team identifies white powder that sickened 22 workers at recycling plant

ASHEVILLE, N.C. (WLOS) — A white powder that sickened 22 people at a North Carolina recycling plant has been identified as urea, a chemical used in fertilizers and products that clean diesel fuel systems. Asheville Fire Department's hazardous materials (HAZMAT) team responded to Prime Recycling in Lenoir to help...

Asheville, NC · 2d
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Stony Point Volunteer Fire Department hosts 19th Annual Cruise-In

The Stony Point Volunteer Fire Department recently held its 19th Annual Cruise-In. The department’s parking lot was overflowing with an amazing showcase of cars and trucks. Local cruisers make this annual event such a success and this year included numerous new cruisers. This year’s theme was “Small Town BIG...

Stony Point, NC · 1d

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Dissolution Decisions Loom for Two Small NC Towns

On the heels of a financial takeover of two North Carolina towns last month, Local Government Commission (LGC) staff are exploring the possibility of dissolving each of them once and for all. A team of LGC staff have been working with the towns of Rowland and Ronda over the past...

Ronda, NC · 1d

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Thirteenth Annual Readers’ Choice Awards announced

Alexander County Economic Development and The Taylorsville Times are partnering again this year to promote local businesses through the Thirteenth Annual Alexander County Readers’ Choice Awards. In the special section inside the Nov. 11, 2026 print issue, there is a complete listing of the many businesses that were voted...

Alexander County, NC · 2d

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Holidaypalooza In Hickory On Saturday, November 21

Hickory – The holiday season continues in downtown Hickory with Holidaypalooza, a festive family event presented by the City of Hickory, Hickory Downtown Development Association (HDDA), and the Hickory Farmers Market on Saturday, Nov. 21, from 11 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. in Union Square. Holidaypalooza follows the City of...

Hickory, NC · 1d

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CUP CHAMP: 1961: Jimmy Pardue

North Wilkesboro, North Carolina driver Jimmy Pardue picked up his first LASTCAR Cup Series Championship in 1961, breaking George Parrish’s single-season last-place record in 1955 by scoring five last-place finishes in forty-four starts during a fifty-two-race season. Pardue edged second-place Curtis Crider, soon to become the 1963 LASTCAR Cup Champion, and defending LASTCAR Cup Champion Junior Johnson. Johnson’s three finishes upped his career total to 11, giving him the most last-place finishes in NASCAR Cup Series history.

North Wilkesboro, NC · 1d

Queen City News

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Precautionary whooping cough tests are straining resources in Iredell County, health officials say

DiSanto said resources at urgent care and the emergency room are overwhelmed.

Iredell County, NC · 22h

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With Jamie’s help, Carter McMurray is already stacking wins at Hickory Motor Speedway and building on his family’s legacy

HICKORY, N.C. – The November evening air may have been cold during the closing laps of Saturday’s Limited Late Model feature as part of the Fall Brawl at Hickory Motor Speedway, but 15-year-old Carter McMurray knew the heat was about to get turned up. Four laps were going...

Hickory, NC · 3d

Charlotte Observer

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Asphalt as a souvenir? NASCAR fans seek chunks of historic NC track as keepsakes

One of the small North Carolina racetracks that helped give birth to NASCAR is being repaved for the first time in 34 years, and chunks of the old track have become a hot commodity among racing fans. Hickory Motor Speedway apparently understands that kind of devotion to the sport, and it intends to oblige the unusual requests. The track is about a 45-mile drive northeast from uptown Charlotte. “We greatly appreciate all the interest in the paving project and the possibility of an historical souvenir. However, we request your patience and understanding while the project is undergoing and until completion,” the track wrote in a Nov. 9 Facebook post. “At this time we are working to determine the best way to provide for those who desire the opportunity for an historic souvenir from Hickory Motor Speedway’s decorated past. With the track being an active construction site please refrain from entering the speedway at this time. We will do our best to keep everyone updated.” An open house is being considered for such fans, but only after the paving project is completed, officials said. The speedway opened in 1951, and is considered “one of stock car racings most storied venues,” NASCAR

Hickory, NC · 7h

Queen City News

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Iredell-Statesville Schools extends closure for Coddle Creek Elementary amid mold concerns

The district said its goal is to return to the regular school schedule Monday, Nov. 16.

Iredell County, NC · 1d

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City Of Hickory To Kick Off The Holidays With Downtown Parade & Tree Lighting, 11/20

Hickory – The City of Hickory invites residents and visitors to kick off the holiday season at the annual Lowes Foods Christmas Parade & Tree Lighting on Friday, Nov. 20, in downtown Hickory. Sponsored by Lowes Foods since the event’s inception, this cherished community tradition features festive parade entries, holiday music, family-friendly activities, and the lighting of downtown’s Christmas tree.

Hickory, NC · 1d

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Brent Owen named Top 50 Most Impactful Division II Head Coach by Silver Waves Media

HICKORY, N.C. - Head men's basketball coach Brent Owen has been named one of the Top 50 Most Impactful Division II Head Coaches by Silver Waves Media. Owens joins Catawba's Rob Perron and Lincoln Memorial's Tony Jasick as the South Atlantic Conference representatives on the list. Brent Owen was named...

Hickory, NC · 1d

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Ham fest fun, classroom grants, and U.S. 601 roundabouts

In this week's news, some overnight closures are expected as construction crews work in Yadkinville, Jonesville hams it up over the weekend, and teachers awarded funding for classroom projects. On Saturday the local culinary tradition of country was celebrated with a new festival in Jonesville. Teachers across Yadkin County were awarded grants for special projects to help students in the classroom. Overnight closures expected this week as crews work on the new roundabouts on U.S. 601 (State St.) in Yadkinville. Read these stories and more in this week's edition of The Yadkin Ripple.

Yadkin County, NC · 1d

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A Lenoir-Rhyne Christmas Celebrates University History And Holiday Traditions

Hickory – Lenoir-Rhyne University will present its annual holiday concert, A Lenoir-Rhyne Christmas, Dec. 3-5 in Grace Chapel. Tickets are on sale at tickets.lr.edu for $15 per person. The annual musical celebration brings together sacred choral music, instrumental ensembles and familiar carols to welcome the Christmas season. Four performances...

Hickory, NC · 1d

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NC Society of Historians Honors Caldwell America 250 Committee

At their Annual Awards Ceremony, the North Carolina Society of Historians (NCSH) awarded the Caldwell County America 250 Committee the Multimedia Award of Excellence for “Our Story: The History of Caldwell County.”. “We are thrilled to have the NC Society of Historians recognize the time, dedication, and creativity that...

Caldwell County, NC · 1d

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Front & Center: Keeping You Informed of City of Statesville Happenings (11/11/2026)

Weekly updates from the desk of April Nesbit, Public Information Officer for the City of Statesville. Continue reading below updates for the week!. Residential and commercial garbage collection scheduled for Tuesday, November 10, and Wednesday, November 11, will both take place on Tuesday, November 10. There will be no garbage collection on Veterans Day.

Statesville, NC · 2d

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Eckerman retiring after 15 years of service to United Way of Iredell County

The Board of Directors of the United Way of Iredell County announced on Tuesday that Executive Director Brett Eckerman will retire at the end of February 2027. By his retirement date, Eckerman will have dedicated 15 years to advancing the health, education, and financial stability of the Iredell County community.

Iredell County, NC · 2d