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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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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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Eagles advance in soccer playoffs with ‘next man up’ mentality

DENVER – Watching Lincoln Charter handle its business in a 3-0 defeat of Brevard in the third round of the 4A soccer state playoffs on Nov. 9, adversity isn’t the word that would come to mind for most. For the casual observer, it would likely come as a shock to find out the Eagles delivered such a performance without the team’s leader in goals and assists.

Denver, 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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Deadline Approaching to Register for 68th Annual Lincolnton Christmas Parade

Time is running out to register for the 68th Annual Lincolnton Christmas Parade, scheduled for Sunday, November 29, 2026, at 4 p.m. in Historic Downtown Lincolnton. This year’s theme, “Christmas Through the Decades – A Journey Through Christmas Past, Present & Future,” invites participants to bring the magic of Christmas from different eras to life. Floats and other entries can showcase everything from early 1900s Christmas traditions and the rocking '50s to the neon '80s and even a futuristic holiday celebration. Santa Claus will bring the parade to a grand finale.

Lincolnton, 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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Shelby's Rebuilt McDonald's Near Cleveland Mall Reopens as High School Band Warms Up Crowd

Cleveland Mall — Approximate Location of Reopened McDonald's. A brand-new McDonald's has taken the place of the old restaurant near Cleveland Mall in Shelby, reopening roughly 125 days after the former building was demolished. Shelby High School's marching band warmed up outside the new location on East Dixon Boulevard as a small crowd gathered to mark the occasion.

Shelby, NC · 1d

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Morganton water bills headed higher, but timing is uncertain

Morganton water and sewer customers can expect higher rates in the coming years as the city prepares for what could be more than $300 million in infrastructure improvements over the next three decades. City Manager Sally Sandy told The Paper on Wednesday that rate increases are inevitable following the rate...

Morganton, NC · 1d

Charlotte Observer

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On eve of playoff debut, nationally ranked Hough football investigated, cleared

Nationally ranked Hough High School will make its 2026 N.C. high school football playoff debut Friday night at home against Palisades. The Observer has learned that the N.C. High School Athletic Association investigated a potential rules violation concerning student-athlete eligibility on the team, and referred the case to Charlotte-Mecklenburg Schools. No violations were found. “When concerns regarding residency or eligibility are raised, those concerns are reviewed through the appropriate CMS processes, including coordination with CMS Athletics and CMS Student Placement,” said CMS spokesperson Tom Miner. “Hough High School has consistently worked closely with district staff to address any residency or eligibility questions that have been brought forward.” The Observer reached out to Hough athletic director Derek Butler and principal David Farley for comment. Neither responded. Miner said there is no current investigation ongoing at the school, despite a claim made via email to The Observer earlier this week. That claim was forwarded to Hough and CMS officials. “As appropriate,” Miner said, “the school has taken proactive steps to verify residency information and ensure compliance with all applicable requirements. The questions raised in the recent correspondence are not supported by the information available to the school. Further, CMS is not aware

Cornelius, NC · 5h

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Christmas In November Returns To Valdese With Two Days Of Holiday Shopping, 11/13 & 11/14

Valdese, NC – Why wait until December to get into the Christmas spirit? Christmas is coming early to Valdese as the annual Christmas in November Craft Show returns to the Old Rock School on Friday, November 13, and Saturday, November 14, bringing two days of holiday shopping, handmade treasures, delicious treats, and festive fun!

Valdese, NC · 1d

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IRS Raises 2027 Standard Deductions, But Savings May Be Modest

LINCOLNTON, N.C. — The Internal Revenue Service has announced increases to federal standard deductions and income tax brackets for 2027. While the changes could reduce taxes for millions of Americans, much of the adjustment is designed to keep pace with inflation rather than provide substantial new tax relief. According...

Lincolnton, NC · 1d

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Advocate For Seniors! Program At W. Hickory Senior Ctr., 11/19

Hickory – Cliff Moone, Catawba County Senior Tar Heel Legislature Delegate, will be at the West Hickory Senior Center (400 17th St SW, Hickory) on Thursday, November 19, at 10:30 AM. He will explain what the Senior Tar Heel Legislature is, how it works, and what individuals can do to have their voices heard.

Hickory, NC · 1d

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New vehicles help Pardee Home Health clinicians reach patients across WNC

Four new Subaru Crosstrek vehicles are helping Pardee Home Health clinicians travel the back roads and rural communities of Western North Carolina to provide care where patients need it most. “Home health is really the bridge between the hospital and the patient,” said Chloe Aguilar, a licensed physical therapist with...

Polk County, NC · 2d

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Gastonia-area restaurants open for Thanksgiving or offering takeout

Roasted turkey with a view of the lake. A "steaks-giving" dinner in a restored 1920s theater. A pan of mac and cheese you can pick up before noon and call your own. If your Thanksgiving plans involve letting someone else handle the stuffing, Gaston County has plenty of options. The list below includes restaurants that have announced plans and others that were open last year. Holiday hours can change, so call ahead. Dine-in with special menus Drift on Lake Wylie , 315 M Lanyard Lane in Belmont, will serve a three-course, prix-fixe Thanksgiving menu for $60 per person, not including tax and gratuity. Reservations start at 11:30 a.m. and are available through OpenTable. The restaurant will close at 8:30 p.m. It is the only menu offered that day. Diners choose a wedge, Caesar or market greens salad, or shrimp and lobster bisque. The main course is roasted turkey with sweet onion apple stuffing, gravy, cranberry relish and two sides. Dessert options are cheesecake with pumpkin anglaise, Key lime pie or crème brûlée. The phone number is 980-351-0111. Webb Custom Kitchen , 182 S. South St. in downtown Gastonia, will serve a Thanksgiving menu from 11 a.m. to 6 p.m. in

Gastonia, NC · 4d

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HEARTS announces fall and winter cultural events

HUNTERSVILLE – Upcoming events in Huntersville, Denver and Statesville by HEARTS Collaborative bring new life to old places through community gatherings, historical presentations, seasonal teas, community service days and living history demonstrations across historic locations in three counties. Held at landmarks including the historic Hugh Torance House and Store,...

Denver, NC · 22h

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Caldwell Men’s Chorus Fall Concert, Saturday, Nov. 21

Lenoir, NC – The Caldwell Men’s Chorus will present its Fall Concert on Saturday evening, November 21st at 7:30 PM at Lenoir Presbyterian Church 1002 Kirkwood Street NW, Lenoir. No tickets or reservations are required; the concert is free and open to the public. Just show up at the door to attend. Donations are accepted.

Lenoir, NC · 1d

WSOC Charlotte

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Gaston County WWII veterans recall plan to invade Japan before the atomic bomb

Two Gaston County men say they were drafted as teenagers in World War II, as the U.S. made plans to invade Japan.

Gaston County, NC · 1d