Hickory FC finished 9-4-1 in their first year in the USL League 2 in 2026. The club missed the playoffs by just one point and broke their regular season attendance record.
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There are, however, a number of concerns about the hunt, many of them encapsulated by Old Fort resident Tori McKinney.
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The utility had originally asked for 18% rate hike.
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“A passion that started from humble beginnings over 40 years ago grew into something far more special than we ever imagined."
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Here is a list of what is happening at the McDowell County Public Library in August.
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"Playing the organ really touched my heart, no matter what pieces I played.”
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"We're talking about Wednesday nights, 90-degree weather, and we'll have 4,000 fans," said Hickory FC coach Carlos Rubio.
For the first time in a decade, the Carolina Panthers have entered a season as the reigning NFC South champions.
TAMPA, Fla. — You hate that he left. You hate that he took so many players with him. You hate the catty way he talked about USF’s stature once he was no longer on the payroll. Mostly, you hate that he may be right. With a new college football season barely a month away, Alex Golesh returned to town to remind South Florida fans of what might have been. Now that he’s taken his perpetually ...
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Plan a family trip to McDowell County in the Blue Ridge Mountains with gem mining, easy waterfall hikes, indoor attractions, historic sites and Linville Caverns.
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Mayor J. Douglas Hendrix proclaims July 2026 as Parks and Recreation Month in Statesville, recognizing parks’ role in health, economy and community well-being.
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Statesville Heritage Festival on Aug. 1 offers free admission, history exhibits, performances, and a backpack giveaway to help families prepare for the school year.
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Jane Moody establishes the Raymond and Louise Moody Endowed Scholarship at Catawba College to honor her parents and support future students with financial need.
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