On December 5, 2022, Brayton Dustin Nowatka of Morganton was charged with N.C.G.S 20-141.4(a2), Misdemeanor Death by Vehicle, in the traffic crash that occurred on July 20, 2022.
Today, Hickory community members gathered at the SALT Block, the site of the former Claremont Central High School, to recognize and honor a piece of Hickory history with the dedication of the Claremont Central High School Baseball Home Plate at Patrick Beaver Memorial Library.
The City of Hickory Solid Waste Division appreciates citizens’ patience as Public Works crews continue their efforts to complete the work and provide the highest levels of service.
In observance of the Christmas holiday, City of Hickory offices will be closed Thursday, December 22, through Monday, December 26. Offices will reopen on Tuesday, December 27, at 8:30 a.m.
Community members are invited to the dedication of the Claremont Central High School Baseball Home Plate at Patrick Beaver Memorial Library on Wednesday, December 14, at noon.
After 25 years of service to the Hickory Police Department (HPD), Major Reed Baer will serve as Hickory’s next Chief of Police. City Manager Warren Wood recognized Baer’s exceptional skill set and ability to lead HPD with this promotion, following the retirement announcement of current Police Chief Thurman Whisnant.