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How many students were enrolled in Catawba County Schools in 2023-24 school year?

By Hickory Sun | Apr 19, 2025

There were 15,598 students enrolled in Catawba County Schools in the 2023-24 school year, according to the North Carolina Department of Public Instruction.

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2022: Alexander County aging and government transfer dependency trends

By Hickory Sun | Apr 19, 2025

Since 1970, Alexander County’s population aged over 65 has increased by 12.1%, while income from age-related government transfers has risen by 7%.

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Hickory Sun area weekly mass times

By Hickory Sun | Apr 19, 2025

The following parishes in the Hickory Sun coverage area hold weekly mass at these designated times.

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Catawba County: Medicare transfers accounted for 5.8% of income in 2022

By Hickory Sun | Apr 19, 2025

In 2022, Medicare transfers made up 5.8% of income in Catawba County, providing an average of $3,202 per capita to residents.

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Congressman Pat Harrigan calls for investigation into GNC's alleged CCP ties

By Hickory Sun | Apr 18, 2025

Congressman Pat Harrigan recently shared his concerns over GNC's alleged ties to the Chinese Communist Party, celebrated Good Friday, and engaged with the Catawba County Republican Women.

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Enrollment at Caldwell County Schools decreased by 1.1% compared to previous school year

By Hickory Sun | Apr 18, 2025

For the 2023-24 school year, Caldwell County Schools experienced a decrease in enrollment numbers compared to the previous year, with 111 fewer students being enrolled.

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Congressman calls for investigation into CCP-linked GNC on military bases

By Hickory Sun | Apr 17, 2025

Congressman Pat Harrigan has urged Attorney General Pam Bondi to initiate a federal investigation into GNC Holdings, LLC.

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Harrigan criticizes Van Hollen and celebrates healthcare and family milestone in recent tweets

By Hickory Sun | Apr 17, 2025

Congressman Pat Harrigan addressed various topics in recent tweets spanning from April 16 to 17, 2025.

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Burke County: 29.7% of income comes from government transfers, ranking 46th in North Carolina

By Hickory Sun | Apr 17, 2025

In 2022, government transfers made up 29.7% of income in Burke County—ranking it 46th most dependent among North Carolina counties.

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Congressman Harrigan engages with local issues from business to disaster recovery

By Hickory Sun | Apr 16, 2025

Congressman Pat Harrigan shares his activities and concerns as reflected in his tweets from April 15-16, 2025.

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Alexander County Schools Education: 4,241 students were enrolled in 2023-24 school year

By Hickory Sun | Apr 15, 2025

There were 4,241 students enrolled in Alexander County Schools in the 2023-24 school year, according to the North Carolina Department of Public Instruction.

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Frye Regional celebrates modernization of its inpatient rehabilitation unit

By Hickory Sun | Apr 15, 2025

Frye Regional Medical Center in Hickory, NC, marked the completion of significant renovations to its Inpatient Rehabilitation Unit on April 15, 2025.

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Congressman Pat Harrigan visits SpaceX; warns of tax increases on Tax Day 2025

By Hickory Sun | Apr 15, 2025

Congressman Pat Harrigan revealed his admiration for SpaceX's technological advancements at their Starbase in Texas in an April 2025 discussion.

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Congressman Pat Harrigan discusses student art competition and U.S. military capabilities

By Hickory Sun | Apr 14, 2025

Congressman Pat Harrigan addressed key issues on social media on April 14, 2025.

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Congressman Pat Harrigan reflects on progress in his first 100 days

By Hickory Sun | Apr 14, 2025

Congressman Pat Harrigan shared updates on his first 100 days in office via social media on April 14, 2025.

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Harrigan addresses Vice President Harris in a series of tweets

By Hickory Sun | Apr 14, 2025

On April 14, 2025, Congressman Pat Harrigan addressed Vice President Kamala Harris through a trio of tweets on the platform X, though the content linked in the messages remains unspecified.

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Harrigan comments on empowerment, spending, and rural communities in April updates

By Hickory Sun | Apr 14, 2025

In a series of April tweets, Congressman Pat Harrigan discussed empowering states, criticized federal spending, and emphasized safeguarding rural communities.

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2,566 students enrolled in Newton Conover City Schools in 2023-24 school year

By Hickory Sun | Apr 13, 2025

There were 2,566 students enrolled in Newton Conover City Schools in the 2023-24 school year, according to the North Carolina Department of Public Instruction.

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Alexander County: Residents received $67.94 million per capita from Medicaid transfers in 2022

By Hickory Sun | Apr 13, 2025

In 2022, Medicaid transfers made up 3.9% of income in Alexander County, providing an average of $1,861 per capita to residents.

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Hickory Sun area weekly mass times

By Hickory Sun | Apr 12, 2025

The following parishes in the Hickory Sun coverage area hold weekly mass at these designated times.