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McHenry Honors the Legacy of Leroy Lail on the House Floor

By Hickory Sun | Mar 22, 2024

WASHINGTON - Congressman Patrick McHenry (NC-10) paid tribute to the late Leroy Lail on the House floor this week. Lail, a prominent figure in Catawba County, passed away in February at the age of 85. McHenry's speech highlighted Lail's significant contributions to the community and beyond.Lail, known for founding the Hickory Furniture Mart, also made a mark in the hospitality and tourism industries. His entrepreneurial spirit and dedication to excellence left a lasting impact on the region. McHenry acknowledged Lail's multifaceted success in various sectors.Moreover,...

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81.4% of Burke County residents old enough to vote in 2021

By Hickory Sun | Mar 22, 2024

Of the 87,829 citizens living in Burke County in 2021, 81.4% were old enough to vote, equating to 71,462 individuals, according to U.S. Census Bureau data obtained on Oct. 26.

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Shakeel Moore, former Moravian Prep standout’s collegiate team plays on Thursday, March 21 in Division I NCAA Basketball Championship Tournament

By Hickory Sun | Mar 22, 2024

Their team entered the tournament as a 8 seed.

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McHenry Honors the Legacy of Bill Current on the House Floor

By Hickory Sun | Mar 21, 2024

WASHINGTON - This week, Congressman Patrick McHenry (NC-10) delivered a speech on the House floor to honor the legacy and service of The Honorable Dr. William Current, a Gaston County leader who passed away in February at the age of 90.In his tribute, Congressman McHenry highlighted Dr. Current's remarkable contributions, stating, "In addition to starting a successful dental practice and serving the community for decades, Dr. Current served as Congressman McHenry's successor in the North Carolina General Assembly."The community mourns the loss of Dr. Current, a figure...

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Washington Hearing Raises Concerns Over Global Influence on US Financial Regulation

By Hickory Sun | Mar 21, 2024

WASHINGTON — Today, the House Financial Services Committee, led by Congressman Patrick McHenry (NC-10), delved into the topic of ceding authority over American financial regulation to global governance bodies. In his opening remarks, Congressman McHenry emphasized the importance of transparency and accountability in the interactions between U.S. banking regulators and international entities.McHenry expressed his concerns about the lack of visibility into dealings with international bureaucrats, citing instances where foreign officials were involved in ensuring U.S....

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Where were the cheapest places to fill up on diesel in cities in Burke County in week ending Mar. 16?

By Hickory Sun | Mar 19, 2024

The only price of diesel in cities throughout Burke County was found at a single gas station in the week ending Mar. 16, according to GasBuddy.com.

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Where could drivers find the cheapest gas in cities within Burke County in week ending Mar. 16?

By Hickory Sun | Mar 18, 2024

The lowest price of premium gas in cities throughout Burke County was found at two gas stations in the week ending Mar. 16, according to GasBuddy.com.

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2 gas stations in cities throughout Burke County had the cheapest midgrade gas in week ending Mar. 16

By Hickory Sun | Mar 17, 2024

The lowest price of midgrade gas in cities throughout Burke County was found at two gas stations in the week ending Mar. 16, according to GasBuddy.com.

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Which former Hickory Sun area high school standouts will be in action in the week starting Mon March 18?

By Hickory Sun | Mar 17, 2024

These former Hickory Sun area high school standouts will be in action in the week starting Mon March 18.

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Hickory Sun area weekly mass times

By Hickory Sun | Mar 16, 2024

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

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Where were the cheapest places to fill up on diesel in cities in Burke County in week ending Mar. 9?

By Hickory Sun | Mar 15, 2024

The only price of diesel in cities throughout Burke County was found at a single gas station in the week ending Mar. 9, according to GasBuddy.com.

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McHenry Applauds House Passage of TikTok Divestment Legislation

By Hickory Sun | Mar 13, 2024

WASHINGTON — Congressman Patrick McHenry (NC-10), Chairman of the House Financial Services Committee, expressed his satisfaction after the U.S. House of Representatives passed H.R.7521, the Protecting Americans from Foreign Adversary Controlled Applications Act on March 13, 2024."From sharing Americans’ data with the CCP to its impact on our nation’s children, TikTok poses a grave risk to our national security,” said Congressman McHenry. He also noted, “Its actions in response to Congress considering this legislation make that even more clear." McHenry emphasized that...

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Where could drivers find the cheapest gas in cities within Burke County in week ending Mar. 9?

By Hickory Sun | Mar 12, 2024

The only price of midgrade gas in cities throughout Burke County was found at a single gas station in the week ending Mar. 9, according to GasBuddy.com.

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Where were the cheapest places to fill up on e85 gas in cities in Burke County in week ending Mar. 9?

By Hickory Sun | Mar 12, 2024

The only price of e85 gas in cities throughout Burke County was found at a single gas station in the week ending Mar. 9, according to GasBuddy.com.

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Catawba County Schools: Saint Stephens High School welcomed most students in 2022-23 school year

By Hickory Sun | Mar 11, 2024

For the 2022-23 school year, Saint Stephens High School experienced the largest enrollment among Catawba County schools.

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1 gas station in cities throughout Burke County had the cheapest premium gas in week ending Mar. 9

By Hickory Sun | Mar 11, 2024

The only price of premium gas in cities throughout Burke County was found at a single gas station in the week ending Mar. 9, according to GasBuddy.com.

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Alexander County Schools: Alexander Central High School welcomed most students in 2022-23 school year

By Hickory Sun | Mar 10, 2024

Alexander Central High School stood out in Alexander County with 1,262 students enrolled in the 2022-23 school year, according to the North Carolina Department of Public Instruction.

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Examining 2020 Presidential Election voter turnout in Central W City of Hickory: Precinct Oakwood

By Hickory Sun | Mar 10, 2024

With less than 12 months until the 2024 U.S. Presidential Election, a Hickory Sun analysis of North Carolina voter history data shows 1,323 voters in Central W City of Hickory: Precinct Oakwood cast ballots four years ago, in 2020.

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Cheapest regular gas in cities across Burke County in week ending Mar. 9

By Hickory Sun | Mar 10, 2024

The only price of regular gas in cities throughout Burke County was found at a single gas station in the week ending Mar. 9, according to GasBuddy.com.

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Which former Hickory Sun area high school standouts will be in action in the week starting Mon March 11?

By Hickory Sun | Mar 9, 2024

These former Hickory Sun area high school standouts will be in action in the week starting Mon March 11.