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Reports Most Heat-Related Illnesses In Five Years</h4></div><div class="vc_custom_heading vc_gitem-post-data vc_gitem-post-data-source-post_excerpt" ><p style="text-align: left" ><p>While it appears that the lengthy stretch of days with temperatures near or above 90 degrees will end for the near future, the state has seen the highest number of&hellip;</p> </p></div><div class="vc_btn3-container vc_btn3-left"><a class="vc_general vc_btn3 vc_btn3-size-md vc_btn3-shape-rounded vc_btn3-style-flat vc_btn3-color-juicy-pink" a href="https://whky.com/n-c-reports-most-heat-related-illnesses-in-five-years/" class="vc_gitem-link vc_general vc_btn3 vc_general vc_btn3 vc_btn3-size-md vc_btn3-shape-rounded vc_btn3-style-flat vc_btn3-color-juicy-pink" title="Read more">Read more</a></div></div></div></div></div></div><div class="vc_clearfix"></div></div><div class="vc_grid-item vc_clearfix vc_col-sm-3 vc_grid-item-zone-c-bottom"><div class="vc_grid-item-mini vc_clearfix "><div class="vc_gitem-animated-block" ><div class="vc_gitem-zone vc_gitem-zone-a vc-gitem-zone-height-mode-auto vc-gitem-zone-height-mode-auto-1-1 vc_gitem-is-link" style="background-image: url('https://whky.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/07/US-Marshals-Service-logo-073125.jpg') !important;"><a href="https://whky.com/man-wanted-in-caldwell-for-1st-degree-rape-of-a-child-arrested-in-tennessee/" title="Man Wanted in Caldwell for 1st-Degree Rape of a Child Arrested in Tennessee" class="vc_gitem-link vc-zone-link" ></a><img class="vc_gitem-zone-img" src="https://whky.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/07/US-Marshals-Service-logo-073125.jpg" alt="Man Wanted in Caldwell for 1st-Degree Rape of a Child Arrested in Tennessee" loading="lazy"><div class="vc_gitem-zone-mini"></div></div></div><div class="vc_gitem-zone vc_gitem-zone-c vc_custom_1419240516480"><div class="vc_gitem-zone-mini"><div class="vc_gitem_row vc_row vc_gitem-row-position-top"><div class="vc_col-sm-12 vc_gitem-col vc_gitem-col-align-"><div class="vc_custom_heading vc_gitem-post-data vc_gitem-post-data-source-post_title" ><h4 style="text-align: left" >Man Wanted in Caldwell for 1st-Degree Rape of a Child Arrested in Tennessee</h4></div><div class="vc_custom_heading vc_gitem-post-data vc_gitem-post-data-source-post_excerpt" ><p style="text-align: left" ><p>William Martin, an alleged child rapist, was arrested on July 26 near the Virginia-Tennessee line through a coordinated effort by law enforcement agencies working in multiple states. Martin was wanted&hellip;</p> </p></div><div class="vc_btn3-container vc_btn3-left"><a class="vc_general vc_btn3 vc_btn3-size-md vc_btn3-shape-rounded vc_btn3-style-flat vc_btn3-color-juicy-pink" a href="https://whky.com/man-wanted-in-caldwell-for-1st-degree-rape-of-a-child-arrested-in-tennessee/" class="vc_gitem-link vc_general vc_btn3 vc_general vc_btn3 vc_btn3-size-md vc_btn3-shape-rounded vc_btn3-style-flat vc_btn3-color-juicy-pink" title="Read more">Read more</a></div></div></div></div></div></div><div class="vc_clearfix"></div></div><div class="vc_grid-item vc_clearfix vc_col-sm-3 vc_grid-item-zone-c-bottom"><div class="vc_grid-item-mini vc_clearfix "><div class="vc_gitem-animated-block" ><div class="vc_gitem-zone vc_gitem-zone-a vc-gitem-zone-height-mode-auto vc-gitem-zone-height-mode-auto-1-1 vc_gitem-is-link" style="background-image: url('https://whky.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/07/IMG_1275-910x1024.jpeg') !important;"><a href="https://whky.com/catawba-county-sheriff-announces-re-election-bid/" title="Catawba County Sheriff Announces Re-Election Bid" class="vc_gitem-link vc-zone-link" ></a><img class="vc_gitem-zone-img" src="https://whky.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/07/IMG_1275-910x1024.jpeg" alt="Catawba County Sheriff Announces Re-Election Bid" loading="lazy"><div class="vc_gitem-zone-mini"></div></div></div><div class="vc_gitem-zone vc_gitem-zone-c vc_custom_1419240516480"><div class="vc_gitem-zone-mini"><div class="vc_gitem_row vc_row vc_gitem-row-position-top"><div class="vc_col-sm-12 vc_gitem-col vc_gitem-col-align-"><div class="vc_custom_heading vc_gitem-post-data vc_gitem-post-data-source-post_title" ><h4 style="text-align: left" >Catawba County Sheriff Announces Re-Election Bid</h4></div><div class="vc_custom_heading vc_gitem-post-data vc_gitem-post-data-source-post_excerpt" ><p style="text-align: left" ><p>Catawba County Sheriff Don Brown has announced his intention to run for a third term in office. The Sheriff released the following statement this morning (July 31). “I am proud&hellip;</p> </p></div><div class="vc_btn3-container vc_btn3-left"><a class="vc_general vc_btn3 vc_btn3-size-md vc_btn3-shape-rounded vc_btn3-style-flat vc_btn3-color-juicy-pink" a href="https://whky.com/catawba-county-sheriff-announces-re-election-bid/" class="vc_gitem-link vc_general vc_btn3 vc_general vc_btn3 vc_btn3-size-md vc_btn3-shape-rounded vc_btn3-style-flat vc_btn3-color-juicy-pink" title="Read more">Read more</a></div></div></div></div></div></div><div class="vc_clearfix"></div></div><div class="vc_grid-item vc_clearfix vc_col-sm-3 vc_grid-item-zone-c-bottom"><div class="vc_grid-item-mini vc_clearfix "><div class="vc_gitem-animated-block" ><div class="vc_gitem-zone vc_gitem-zone-a vc-gitem-zone-height-mode-auto vc-gitem-zone-height-mode-auto-1-1 vc_gitem-is-link" style="background-image: url('https://whky.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/07/Islas-Ramirez-Jamie-073125.jpg') !important;"><a href="https://whky.com/man-missing-since-june-sought-by-authorities/" title="Man Missing Since June Sought By Authorities" class="vc_gitem-link vc-zone-link" ></a><img class="vc_gitem-zone-img" src="https://whky.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/07/Islas-Ramirez-Jamie-073125.jpg" alt="Man Missing Since June Sought By Authorities" loading="lazy"><div class="vc_gitem-zone-mini"></div></div></div><div class="vc_gitem-zone vc_gitem-zone-c vc_custom_1419240516480"><div class="vc_gitem-zone-mini"><div class="vc_gitem_row vc_row vc_gitem-row-position-top"><div class="vc_col-sm-12 vc_gitem-col vc_gitem-col-align-"><div class="vc_custom_heading vc_gitem-post-data vc_gitem-post-data-source-post_title" ><h4 style="text-align: left" >Man Missing Since June Sought By Authorities</h4></div><div class="vc_custom_heading vc_gitem-post-data vc_gitem-post-data-source-post_excerpt" ><p style="text-align: left" ><p>The Lincoln County Sheriff&#8217;s Office is seeking public assistance in locating a missing person. 39-year-old Jamie Islas-Ramirez of Vale was last heard from by his family on June 20, 2025.&hellip;</p> </p></div><div class="vc_btn3-container vc_btn3-left"><a class="vc_general vc_btn3 vc_btn3-size-md vc_btn3-shape-rounded vc_btn3-style-flat vc_btn3-color-juicy-pink" a href="https://whky.com/man-missing-since-june-sought-by-authorities/" class="vc_gitem-link vc_general vc_btn3 vc_general vc_btn3 vc_btn3-size-md vc_btn3-shape-rounded vc_btn3-style-flat vc_btn3-color-juicy-pink" title="Read more">Read more</a></div></div></div></div></div></div><div class="vc_clearfix"></div></div><div class="vc_grid-item vc_clearfix vc_col-sm-3 vc_grid-item-zone-c-bottom"><div class="vc_grid-item-mini vc_clearfix "><div class="vc_gitem-animated-block" ><div class="vc_gitem-zone vc_gitem-zone-a vc-gitem-zone-height-mode-auto vc-gitem-zone-height-mode-auto-1-1 vc_gitem-is-link" style="background-image: url('https://whky.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/01/Unemployment-Pic-Generic-010524.jpg') !important;"><a href="https://whky.com/unemployment-rates-increase-across-hickory-metro/" title="Unemployment Rates Increase Across Hickory Metro" class="vc_gitem-link vc-zone-link" ></a><img class="vc_gitem-zone-img" src="https://whky.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/01/Unemployment-Pic-Generic-010524.jpg" alt="Unemployment Rates Increase Across Hickory Metro" loading="lazy"><div class="vc_gitem-zone-mini"></div></div></div><div class="vc_gitem-zone vc_gitem-zone-c vc_custom_1419240516480"><div class="vc_gitem-zone-mini"><div class="vc_gitem_row vc_row vc_gitem-row-position-top"><div class="vc_col-sm-12 vc_gitem-col vc_gitem-col-align-"><div class="vc_custom_heading vc_gitem-post-data vc_gitem-post-data-source-post_title" ><h4 style="text-align: left" >Unemployment Rates Increase Across Hickory Metro</h4></div><div class="vc_custom_heading vc_gitem-post-data vc_gitem-post-data-source-post_excerpt" ><p style="text-align: left" ><p>Unemployment rates increased in all four Hickory Metro Counties in the latest report. The update was released Wednesday (July 30) by the North Carolina Department of Commerce Labor &amp; Economic&hellip;</p> </p></div><div class="vc_btn3-container vc_btn3-left"><a class="vc_general vc_btn3 vc_btn3-size-md vc_btn3-shape-rounded vc_btn3-style-flat vc_btn3-color-juicy-pink" a href="https://whky.com/unemployment-rates-increase-across-hickory-metro/" class="vc_gitem-link vc_general vc_btn3 vc_general vc_btn3 vc_btn3-size-md vc_btn3-shape-rounded vc_btn3-style-flat vc_btn3-color-juicy-pink" title="Read more">Read more</a></div></div></div></div></div></div><div class="vc_clearfix"></div></div><div class="vc_grid-item vc_clearfix vc_col-sm-3 vc_grid-item-zone-c-bottom"><div class="vc_grid-item-mini vc_clearfix "><div class="vc_gitem-animated-block" ><div class="vc_gitem-zone vc_gitem-zone-a vc-gitem-zone-height-mode-auto vc-gitem-zone-height-mode-auto-1-1 vc_gitem-is-link" style="background-image: url('https://whky.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/07/Jury-Duty-Scam-Generic-Pic-073125.jpg') !important;"><a href="https://whky.com/fbi-north-carolina-u-s-attorneys-offices-warn-of-scam/" title="FBI &#038; North Carolina U.S. Attorney&#8217;s Offices Warn Of Scam" class="vc_gitem-link vc-zone-link" ></a><img class="vc_gitem-zone-img" src="https://whky.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/07/Jury-Duty-Scam-Generic-Pic-073125.jpg" alt="FBI & North Carolina U.S. Attorney's Offices Warn Of Scam" loading="lazy"><div class="vc_gitem-zone-mini"></div></div></div><div class="vc_gitem-zone vc_gitem-zone-c vc_custom_1419240516480"><div class="vc_gitem-zone-mini"><div class="vc_gitem_row vc_row vc_gitem-row-position-top"><div class="vc_col-sm-12 vc_gitem-col vc_gitem-col-align-"><div class="vc_custom_heading vc_gitem-post-data vc_gitem-post-data-source-post_title" ><h4 style="text-align: left" >FBI &#038; North Carolina U.S. Attorney&#8217;s Offices Warn Of Scam</h4></div><div class="vc_custom_heading vc_gitem-post-data vc_gitem-post-data-source-post_excerpt" ><p style="text-align: left" ><p>The FBI Charlotte Field Office and the U.S. Attorney’s Offices for the Eastern, Middle, and Western Districts of North Carolina are warning the public about a jury duty scam involving&hellip;</p> </p></div><div class="vc_btn3-container vc_btn3-left"><a class="vc_general vc_btn3 vc_btn3-size-md vc_btn3-shape-rounded vc_btn3-style-flat vc_btn3-color-juicy-pink" a href="https://whky.com/fbi-north-carolina-u-s-attorneys-offices-warn-of-scam/" class="vc_gitem-link vc_general vc_btn3 vc_general vc_btn3 vc_btn3-size-md vc_btn3-shape-rounded vc_btn3-style-flat vc_btn3-color-juicy-pink" title="Read more">Read more</a></div></div></div></div></div></div><div class="vc_clearfix"></div></div><div class="vc_grid-item vc_clearfix vc_col-sm-3 vc_grid-item-zone-c-bottom"><div class="vc_grid-item-mini vc_clearfix "><div class="vc_gitem-animated-block" ><div class="vc_gitem-zone vc_gitem-zone-a vc-gitem-zone-height-mode-auto vc-gitem-zone-height-mode-auto-1-1 vc_gitem-is-link" style="background-image: url('https://whky.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/07/Iredell-Vehicle-Wreck-Pic-One-073125.jpg') !important;"><a href="https://whky.com/tractor-trailer-overturns-on-iredell-county-highway/" title="Tractor Trailer Overturns On Iredell County Highway" class="vc_gitem-link vc-zone-link" ></a><img class="vc_gitem-zone-img" src="https://whky.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/07/Iredell-Vehicle-Wreck-Pic-One-073125.jpg" alt="Tractor Trailer Overturns On Iredell County Highway" loading="lazy"><div class="vc_gitem-zone-mini"></div></div></div><div class="vc_gitem-zone vc_gitem-zone-c vc_custom_1419240516480"><div class="vc_gitem-zone-mini"><div class="vc_gitem_row vc_row vc_gitem-row-position-top"><div class="vc_col-sm-12 vc_gitem-col vc_gitem-col-align-"><div class="vc_custom_heading vc_gitem-post-data vc_gitem-post-data-source-post_title" ><h4 style="text-align: left" >Tractor Trailer Overturns On Iredell County Highway</h4></div><div class="vc_custom_heading vc_gitem-post-data vc_gitem-post-data-source-post_excerpt" ><p style="text-align: left" ><p>Troutman Fire &amp; Rescue, Troutman Police and Iredell County EMS personnel were alerted for an overturned tractor trailer earlier this week. According to a report in the Iredell Free News,&hellip;</p> </p></div><div class="vc_btn3-container vc_btn3-left"><a class="vc_general vc_btn3 vc_btn3-size-md vc_btn3-shape-rounded vc_btn3-style-flat vc_btn3-color-juicy-pink" a href="https://whky.com/tractor-trailer-overturns-on-iredell-county-highway/" class="vc_gitem-link vc_general vc_btn3 vc_general vc_btn3 vc_btn3-size-md vc_btn3-shape-rounded vc_btn3-style-flat vc_btn3-color-juicy-pink" title="Read more">Read more</a></div></div></div></div></div></div><div class="vc_clearfix"></div></div><div class="vc_grid-item vc_clearfix vc_col-sm-3 vc_grid-item-zone-c-bottom"><div class="vc_grid-item-mini vc_clearfix "><div class="vc_gitem-animated-block" ><div class="vc_gitem-zone vc_gitem-zone-a vc-gitem-zone-height-mode-auto vc-gitem-zone-height-mode-auto-1-1 vc_gitem-is-link" style="background-image: url('https://whky.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/07/Boiler-Safety-Bureau-Pic-073125-1024x858.jpg') !important;"><a href="https://whky.com/n-c-dept-of-labor-boiler-safety-bureau-celebrates-90-years/" title="N.C. Dept. Of Labor Boiler Safety Bureau Celebrates 90 Years" class="vc_gitem-link vc-zone-link" ></a><img class="vc_gitem-zone-img" src="https://whky.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/07/Boiler-Safety-Bureau-Pic-073125-1024x858.jpg" alt="N.C. Dept. Of Labor Boiler Safety Bureau Celebrates 90 Years" loading="lazy"><div class="vc_gitem-zone-mini"></div></div></div><div class="vc_gitem-zone vc_gitem-zone-c vc_custom_1419240516480"><div class="vc_gitem-zone-mini"><div class="vc_gitem_row vc_row vc_gitem-row-position-top"><div class="vc_col-sm-12 vc_gitem-col vc_gitem-col-align-"><div class="vc_custom_heading vc_gitem-post-data vc_gitem-post-data-source-post_title" ><h4 style="text-align: left" >N.C. Dept. Of Labor Boiler Safety Bureau Celebrates 90 Years</h4></div><div class="vc_custom_heading vc_gitem-post-data vc_gitem-post-data-source-post_excerpt" ><p style="text-align: left" ><p>According to a news release from the North Carolina Department of Labor (NCDOL) , the agency is celebrating the 90th anniversary of its Boiler Safety Bureau, a cornerstone of public&hellip;</p> </p></div><div class="vc_btn3-container vc_btn3-left"><a class="vc_general vc_btn3 vc_btn3-size-md vc_btn3-shape-rounded vc_btn3-style-flat vc_btn3-color-juicy-pink" a href="https://whky.com/n-c-dept-of-labor-boiler-safety-bureau-celebrates-90-years/" class="vc_gitem-link vc_general vc_btn3 vc_general vc_btn3 vc_btn3-size-md vc_btn3-shape-rounded vc_btn3-style-flat vc_btn3-color-juicy-pink" title="Read more">Read more</a></div></div></div></div></div></div><div class="vc_clearfix"></div></div><div class="vc_grid-item vc_clearfix vc_col-sm-3 vc_grid-item-zone-c-bottom"><div class="vc_grid-item-mini vc_clearfix "><div class="vc_gitem-animated-block" ><div class="vc_gitem-zone vc_gitem-zone-a vc-gitem-zone-height-mode-auto vc-gitem-zone-height-mode-auto-1-1 vc_gitem-is-link" style="background-image: url('https://whky.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/05/EnergyUnited-Sign-050725.jpg') !important;"><a href="https://whky.com/local-energy-cooperative-announces-partnership-with-generator-provider/" title="Local Energy Cooperative Announces Partnership With Generator Provider" class="vc_gitem-link vc-zone-link" ></a><img class="vc_gitem-zone-img" src="https://whky.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/05/EnergyUnited-Sign-050725.jpg" alt="Local Energy Cooperative Announces Partnership With Generator Provider" loading="lazy"><div class="vc_gitem-zone-mini"></div></div></div><div class="vc_gitem-zone vc_gitem-zone-c vc_custom_1419240516480"><div class="vc_gitem-zone-mini"><div class="vc_gitem_row vc_row vc_gitem-row-position-top"><div class="vc_col-sm-12 vc_gitem-col vc_gitem-col-align-"><div class="vc_custom_heading vc_gitem-post-data vc_gitem-post-data-source-post_title" ><h4 style="text-align: left" >Local Energy Cooperative Announces Partnership With Generator Provider</h4></div><div class="vc_custom_heading vc_gitem-post-data vc_gitem-post-data-source-post_excerpt" ><p style="text-align: left" ><p>EnergyUnited announced a new partnership with Canter Power Systems to offer home generator sales and service for the cooperative’s members. The partnership will provide EnergyUnited members with access to expanded&hellip;</p> </p></div><div class="vc_btn3-container vc_btn3-left"><a class="vc_general vc_btn3 vc_btn3-size-md vc_btn3-shape-rounded vc_btn3-style-flat vc_btn3-color-juicy-pink" a href="https://whky.com/local-energy-cooperative-announces-partnership-with-generator-provider/" class="vc_gitem-link vc_general vc_btn3 vc_general vc_btn3 vc_btn3-size-md vc_btn3-shape-rounded vc_btn3-style-flat vc_btn3-color-juicy-pink" title="Read more">Read more</a></div></div></div></div></div></div><div class="vc_clearfix"></div></div><div class="vc_grid-item vc_clearfix vc_col-sm-3 vc_grid-item-zone-c-bottom"><div class="vc_grid-item-mini vc_clearfix "><div class="vc_gitem-animated-block" ><div class="vc_gitem-zone vc_gitem-zone-a vc-gitem-zone-height-mode-auto vc-gitem-zone-height-mode-auto-1-1 vc_gitem-is-link" style="background-image: url('https://whky.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/07/Newton-Family-Physicians-Ribbon-Cutting-073025-1024x666.jpg') !important;"><a href="https://whky.com/newton-medical-practice-expands/" title="Newton Medical Practice Expands" class="vc_gitem-link vc-zone-link" ></a><img class="vc_gitem-zone-img" src="https://whky.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/07/Newton-Family-Physicians-Ribbon-Cutting-073025-1024x666.jpg" alt="Newton Medical Practice Expands" loading="lazy"><div class="vc_gitem-zone-mini"></div></div></div><div class="vc_gitem-zone vc_gitem-zone-c vc_custom_1419240516480"><div class="vc_gitem-zone-mini"><div class="vc_gitem_row vc_row vc_gitem-row-position-top"><div class="vc_col-sm-12 vc_gitem-col vc_gitem-col-align-"><div class="vc_custom_heading vc_gitem-post-data vc_gitem-post-data-source-post_title" ><h4 style="text-align: left" >Newton Medical Practice Expands</h4></div><div class="vc_custom_heading vc_gitem-post-data vc_gitem-post-data-source-post_excerpt" ><p style="text-align: left" ><p>Newton Family Physicians recently celebrated the completion of a 3,500-square-foot expansion to its state-of-the-art facility with a ribbon-cutting and open house attended by community members, local officials, and project partners.&hellip;</p> </p></div><div class="vc_btn3-container vc_btn3-left"><a class="vc_general vc_btn3 vc_btn3-size-md vc_btn3-shape-rounded vc_btn3-style-flat vc_btn3-color-juicy-pink" a href="https://whky.com/newton-medical-practice-expands/" class="vc_gitem-link vc_general vc_btn3 vc_general vc_btn3 vc_btn3-size-md vc_btn3-shape-rounded vc_btn3-style-flat vc_btn3-color-juicy-pink" title="Read more">Read more</a></div></div></div></div></div></div><div class="vc_clearfix"></div></div><div class="vc_grid-item vc_clearfix vc_col-sm-3 vc_grid-item-zone-c-bottom"><div class="vc_grid-item-mini vc_clearfix "><div class="vc_gitem-animated-block" ><div class="vc_gitem-zone vc_gitem-zone-a vc-gitem-zone-height-mode-auto vc-gitem-zone-height-mode-auto-1-1 vc_gitem-is-link" style="background-image: url('https://whky.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/05/NCDOL-Logo-052025.jpg') !important;"><a href="https://whky.com/n-c-dept-of-labor-receives-positive-occupational-safety-health-evaluation/" title="N.C. Dept. Of Labor Receives Positive Occupational Safety &#038; Health Evaluation" class="vc_gitem-link vc-zone-link" ></a><img class="vc_gitem-zone-img" src="https://whky.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/05/NCDOL-Logo-052025.jpg" alt="N.C. Dept. Of Labor Receives Positive Occupational Safety & Health Evaluation" loading="lazy"><div class="vc_gitem-zone-mini"></div></div></div><div class="vc_gitem-zone vc_gitem-zone-c vc_custom_1419240516480"><div class="vc_gitem-zone-mini"><div class="vc_gitem_row vc_row vc_gitem-row-position-top"><div class="vc_col-sm-12 vc_gitem-col vc_gitem-col-align-"><div class="vc_custom_heading vc_gitem-post-data vc_gitem-post-data-source-post_title" ><h4 style="text-align: left" >N.C. Dept. Of Labor Receives Positive Occupational Safety &#038; Health Evaluation</h4></div><div class="vc_custom_heading vc_gitem-post-data vc_gitem-post-data-source-post_excerpt" ><p style="text-align: left" ><p>North Carolina Labor Commissioner Luke Farley announced that the FY 2024 OSHA Federal Annual Monitoring Evaluation (FAME) Report gives high marks to the N.C. Department of Labor’s (NCDOL) Occupational Safety&hellip;</p> </p></div><div class="vc_btn3-container vc_btn3-left"><a class="vc_general vc_btn3 vc_btn3-size-md vc_btn3-shape-rounded vc_btn3-style-flat vc_btn3-color-juicy-pink" a href="https://whky.com/n-c-dept-of-labor-receives-positive-occupational-safety-health-evaluation/" class="vc_gitem-link vc_general vc_btn3 vc_general vc_btn3 vc_btn3-size-md vc_btn3-shape-rounded vc_btn3-style-flat vc_btn3-color-juicy-pink" title="Read more">Read more</a></div></div></div></div></div></div><div class="vc_clearfix"></div></div><div class="vc_grid-item vc_clearfix vc_col-sm-3 vc_grid-item-zone-c-bottom"><div class="vc_grid-item-mini vc_clearfix "><div class="vc_gitem-animated-block" ><div class="vc_gitem-zone vc_gitem-zone-a vc-gitem-zone-height-mode-auto vc-gitem-zone-height-mode-auto-1-1 vc_gitem-is-link" style="background-image: url('https://whky.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/07/IMG_1265.webp') !important;"><a href="https://whky.com/hiker-dies-after-fall-on-trail-near-blowing-rock/" title="Hiker Dies After Fall On Trail Near Blowing Rock" class="vc_gitem-link vc-zone-link" ></a><img class="vc_gitem-zone-img" src="https://whky.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/07/IMG_1265.webp" alt="Hiker Dies After Fall On Trail Near Blowing Rock" loading="lazy"><div class="vc_gitem-zone-mini"></div></div></div><div class="vc_gitem-zone vc_gitem-zone-c vc_custom_1419240516480"><div class="vc_gitem-zone-mini"><div class="vc_gitem_row vc_row vc_gitem-row-position-top"><div class="vc_col-sm-12 vc_gitem-col vc_gitem-col-align-"><div class="vc_custom_heading vc_gitem-post-data vc_gitem-post-data-source-post_title" ><h4 style="text-align: left" >Hiker Dies After Fall On Trail Near Blowing Rock</h4></div><div class="vc_custom_heading vc_gitem-post-data vc_gitem-post-data-source-post_excerpt" ><p style="text-align: left" ><p>A hiker died Wednesday morning (July 30) after falling off the side of Glen Burney Trail in Blowing Rock. According to our news partner WACB, Blowing Rock Town Manager Shane&hellip;</p> </p></div><div class="vc_btn3-container vc_btn3-left"><a class="vc_general vc_btn3 vc_btn3-size-md vc_btn3-shape-rounded vc_btn3-style-flat vc_btn3-color-juicy-pink" a href="https://whky.com/hiker-dies-after-fall-on-trail-near-blowing-rock/" class="vc_gitem-link vc_general vc_btn3 vc_general vc_btn3 vc_btn3-size-md vc_btn3-shape-rounded vc_btn3-style-flat vc_btn3-color-juicy-pink" title="Read more">Read more</a></div></div></div></div></div></div><div class="vc_clearfix"></div></div><div class="vc_grid-item vc_clearfix vc_col-sm-3 vc_grid-item-zone-c-bottom"><div class="vc_grid-item-mini vc_clearfix "><div class="vc_gitem-animated-block" ><div class="vc_gitem-zone vc_gitem-zone-a vc-gitem-zone-height-mode-auto vc-gitem-zone-height-mode-auto-1-1 vc_gitem-is-link" style="background-image: url('https://whky.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/07/Village-People-073025-1024x538.jpg') !important;"><a href="https://whky.com/village-people-much-more-at-newton-performing-arts/" title="Village People &#038; Much More at Newton Performing Arts" class="vc_gitem-link vc-zone-link" ></a><img class="vc_gitem-zone-img" src="https://whky.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/07/Village-People-073025-1024x538.jpg" alt="Village People & Much More at Newton Performing Arts" loading="lazy"><div class="vc_gitem-zone-mini"></div></div></div><div class="vc_gitem-zone vc_gitem-zone-c vc_custom_1419240516480"><div class="vc_gitem-zone-mini"><div class="vc_gitem_row vc_row vc_gitem-row-position-top"><div class="vc_col-sm-12 vc_gitem-col vc_gitem-col-align-"><div class="vc_custom_heading vc_gitem-post-data vc_gitem-post-data-source-post_title" ><h4 style="text-align: left" >Village People &#038; Much More at Newton Performing Arts</h4></div><div class="vc_custom_heading vc_gitem-post-data vc_gitem-post-data-source-post_excerpt" ><p style="text-align: left" ><p>The Newton Performing Arts Center has announced its 2025-2026 season. 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On September 19, it&#8217;s the Def Leppard&#8217;s Journey tribute band.&hellip;</p> </p></div><div class="vc_btn3-container vc_btn3-left"><a class="vc_general vc_btn3 vc_btn3-size-md vc_btn3-shape-rounded vc_btn3-style-flat vc_btn3-color-juicy-pink" a href="https://whky.com/village-people-much-more-at-newton-performing-arts/" class="vc_gitem-link vc_general vc_btn3 vc_general vc_btn3 vc_btn3-size-md vc_btn3-shape-rounded vc_btn3-style-flat vc_btn3-color-juicy-pink" title="Read more">Read more</a></div></div></div></div></div></div><div class="vc_clearfix"></div></div><div class="vc_grid-item vc_clearfix vc_col-sm-3 vc_grid-item-zone-c-bottom"><div class="vc_grid-item-mini vc_clearfix "><div class="vc_gitem-animated-block" ><div class="vc_gitem-zone vc_gitem-zone-a vc-gitem-zone-height-mode-auto vc-gitem-zone-height-mode-auto-1-1 vc_gitem-is-link" style="background-image: url('https://whky.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/07/Cannon-Shirley-front-row-3rd-from-left-073025.jpg') !important;"><a href="https://whky.com/lenoir-city-clerk-retires/" title="Lenoir City Clerk Retires" class="vc_gitem-link vc-zone-link" ></a><img class="vc_gitem-zone-img" src="https://whky.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/07/Cannon-Shirley-front-row-3rd-from-left-073025.jpg" alt="Lenoir City Clerk Retires" loading="lazy"><div class="vc_gitem-zone-mini"></div></div></div><div class="vc_gitem-zone vc_gitem-zone-c vc_custom_1419240516480"><div class="vc_gitem-zone-mini"><div class="vc_gitem_row vc_row vc_gitem-row-position-top"><div class="vc_col-sm-12 vc_gitem-col vc_gitem-col-align-"><div class="vc_custom_heading vc_gitem-post-data vc_gitem-post-data-source-post_title" ><h4 style="text-align: left" >Lenoir City Clerk Retires</h4></div><div class="vc_custom_heading vc_gitem-post-data vc_gitem-post-data-source-post_excerpt" ><p style="text-align: left" ><p>Lenoir City Council honored City Clerk Shirley Cannon earlier this month. 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Mayor Joe Gibbons read a retirement resolution and presented it to Ms.&hellip;</p> </p></div><div class="vc_btn3-container vc_btn3-left"><a class="vc_general vc_btn3 vc_btn3-size-md vc_btn3-shape-rounded vc_btn3-style-flat vc_btn3-color-juicy-pink" a href="https://whky.com/lenoir-city-clerk-retires/" class="vc_gitem-link vc_general vc_btn3 vc_general vc_btn3 vc_btn3-size-md vc_btn3-shape-rounded vc_btn3-style-flat vc_btn3-color-juicy-pink" title="Read more">Read more</a></div></div></div></div></div></div><div class="vc_clearfix"></div></div><div class="vc_grid-item vc_clearfix vc_col-sm-3 vc_grid-item-zone-c-bottom"><div class="vc_grid-item-mini vc_clearfix "><div class="vc_gitem-animated-block" ><div class="vc_gitem-zone vc_gitem-zone-a vc-gitem-zone-height-mode-auto vc-gitem-zone-height-mode-auto-1-1 vc_gitem-is-link" style="background-image: url('https://whky.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/07/Lenoir-Peace-Pole-Pic-Two-073025-1024x683.jpg') !important;"><a href="https://whky.com/peace-pole-donated-to-lenoir-ceremony-held-at-site/" title="&#8220;Peace Pole&#8221; Donated To Lenoir, Ceremony Held At Site" class="vc_gitem-link vc-zone-link" ></a><img class="vc_gitem-zone-img" src="https://whky.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/07/Lenoir-Peace-Pole-Pic-Two-073025-1024x683.jpg" alt=""Peace Pole" Donated To Lenoir, Ceremony Held At Site" loading="lazy"><div class="vc_gitem-zone-mini"></div></div></div><div class="vc_gitem-zone vc_gitem-zone-c vc_custom_1419240516480"><div class="vc_gitem-zone-mini"><div class="vc_gitem_row vc_row vc_gitem-row-position-top"><div class="vc_col-sm-12 vc_gitem-col vc_gitem-col-align-"><div class="vc_custom_heading vc_gitem-post-data vc_gitem-post-data-source-post_title" ><h4 style="text-align: left" >&#8220;Peace Pole&#8221; Donated To Lenoir, Ceremony Held At Site</h4></div><div class="vc_custom_heading vc_gitem-post-data vc_gitem-post-data-source-post_excerpt" ><p style="text-align: left" ><p>The City of Lenoir thanked the Caldwell Rotary Club for donating a Peace Pole for the T.H. Broyhill Walking Park in Lenoir. Caldwell Rotary Club Past President Charles Beck said&hellip;</p> </p></div><div class="vc_btn3-container vc_btn3-left"><a class="vc_general vc_btn3 vc_btn3-size-md vc_btn3-shape-rounded vc_btn3-style-flat vc_btn3-color-juicy-pink" a href="https://whky.com/peace-pole-donated-to-lenoir-ceremony-held-at-site/" class="vc_gitem-link vc_general vc_btn3 vc_general vc_btn3 vc_btn3-size-md vc_btn3-shape-rounded vc_btn3-style-flat vc_btn3-color-juicy-pink" title="Read more">Read more</a></div></div></div></div></div></div><div class="vc_clearfix"></div></div><div class="vc_grid-item vc_clearfix vc_col-sm-3 vc_grid-item-zone-c-bottom"><div class="vc_grid-item-mini vc_clearfix "><div class="vc_gitem-animated-block" ><div class="vc_gitem-zone vc_gitem-zone-a vc-gitem-zone-height-mode-auto vc-gitem-zone-height-mode-auto-1-1 vc_gitem-is-link" style="background-image: url('https://whky.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/07/Western-Piedmont-Plan-Meeting-Flyer-073025-792x1024.jpg') !important;"><a href="https://whky.com/bicycle-pedestrian-plan-announced-public-input-meetings-scheduled/" title="Bicycle &#038; Pedestrian Plan Announced, Public Input Meetings Scheduled" class="vc_gitem-link vc-zone-link" ></a><img class="vc_gitem-zone-img" src="https://whky.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/07/Western-Piedmont-Plan-Meeting-Flyer-073025-792x1024.jpg" alt="Bicycle & Pedestrian Plan Announced, Public Input Meetings Scheduled" loading="lazy"><div class="vc_gitem-zone-mini"></div></div></div><div class="vc_gitem-zone vc_gitem-zone-c vc_custom_1419240516480"><div class="vc_gitem-zone-mini"><div class="vc_gitem_row vc_row vc_gitem-row-position-top"><div class="vc_col-sm-12 vc_gitem-col vc_gitem-col-align-"><div class="vc_custom_heading vc_gitem-post-data vc_gitem-post-data-source-post_title" ><h4 style="text-align: left" >Bicycle &#038; Pedestrian Plan Announced, Public Input Meetings Scheduled</h4></div><div class="vc_custom_heading vc_gitem-post-data vc_gitem-post-data-source-post_excerpt" ><p style="text-align: left" ><p>Catawba County Government announced the Western Piedmont Bicycle and Pedestrian Plan. 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Health &#038; Human Services Announces Virtual Therapy Platform For Teens In Justice System" class="vc_gitem-link vc-zone-link" ></a><img class="vc_gitem-zone-img" src="https://whky.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/07/NCDHHS-Talkspace-Pic-073025.jpg" alt="N.C. Health & Human Services Announces Virtual Therapy Platform For Teens In Justice System" loading="lazy"><div class="vc_gitem-zone-mini"></div></div></div><div class="vc_gitem-zone vc_gitem-zone-c vc_custom_1419240516480"><div class="vc_gitem-zone-mini"><div class="vc_gitem_row vc_row vc_gitem-row-position-top"><div class="vc_col-sm-12 vc_gitem-col vc_gitem-col-align-"><div class="vc_custom_heading vc_gitem-post-data vc_gitem-post-data-source-post_title" ><h4 style="text-align: left" >N.C. Health &#038; Human Services Announces Virtual Therapy Platform For Teens In Justice System</h4></div><div class="vc_custom_heading vc_gitem-post-data vc_gitem-post-data-source-post_excerpt" ><p style="text-align: left" ><p>The North Carolina Department of Health and Human Services Tuesday (July 29) announced a first-of-its-kind partnership with Talkspace, a virtual therapy platform now available for free to teenagers in the&hellip;</p> </p></div><div class="vc_btn3-container vc_btn3-left"><a class="vc_general vc_btn3 vc_btn3-size-md vc_btn3-shape-rounded vc_btn3-style-flat vc_btn3-color-juicy-pink" a href="https://whky.com/n-c-health-human-services-announces-virtual-therapy-platform-for-teens-in-justice-system/" class="vc_gitem-link vc_general vc_btn3 vc_general vc_btn3 vc_btn3-size-md vc_btn3-shape-rounded vc_btn3-style-flat vc_btn3-color-juicy-pink" title="Read more">Read more</a></div></div></div></div></div></div><div class="vc_clearfix"></div></div><div class="vc_grid-item vc_clearfix vc_col-sm-3 vc_grid-item-zone-c-bottom"><div class="vc_grid-item-mini vc_clearfix "><div class="vc_gitem-animated-block" ><div class="vc_gitem-zone vc_gitem-zone-a vc-gitem-zone-height-mode-auto vc-gitem-zone-height-mode-auto-1-1 vc_gitem-is-link" style="background-image: url('https://whky.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/07/L-R-Physician-Assistant-Story-Pic-073025.jpg') !important;"><a href="https://whky.com/l-r-physician-assistant-program-receives-accreditation/" title="L-R Physician Assistant Program Receives Provisional Accreditation Status" class="vc_gitem-link vc-zone-link" ></a><img class="vc_gitem-zone-img" src="https://whky.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/07/L-R-Physician-Assistant-Story-Pic-073025.jpg" alt="L-R Physician Assistant Program Receives Provisional Accreditation Status" loading="lazy"><div class="vc_gitem-zone-mini"></div></div></div><div class="vc_gitem-zone vc_gitem-zone-c vc_custom_1419240516480"><div class="vc_gitem-zone-mini"><div class="vc_gitem_row vc_row vc_gitem-row-position-top"><div class="vc_col-sm-12 vc_gitem-col vc_gitem-col-align-"><div class="vc_custom_heading vc_gitem-post-data vc_gitem-post-data-source-post_title" ><h4 style="text-align: left" >L-R Physician Assistant Program Receives Provisional Accreditation Status</h4></div><div class="vc_custom_heading vc_gitem-post-data vc_gitem-post-data-source-post_excerpt" ><p style="text-align: left" ><p>On July 18, Lenoir-Rhyne University received news from the Accreditation Review Commission on Education for the Physician Assistant (ARC-PA) that will allow the university to move forward with plans to&hellip;</p> </p></div><div class="vc_btn3-container vc_btn3-left"><a class="vc_general vc_btn3 vc_btn3-size-md vc_btn3-shape-rounded vc_btn3-style-flat vc_btn3-color-juicy-pink" a href="https://whky.com/l-r-physician-assistant-program-receives-accreditation/" class="vc_gitem-link vc_general vc_btn3 vc_general vc_btn3 vc_btn3-size-md vc_btn3-shape-rounded vc_btn3-style-flat vc_btn3-color-juicy-pink" title="Read more">Read more</a></div></div></div></div></div></div><div class="vc_clearfix"></div></div><div class="vc_grid-item vc_clearfix vc_col-sm-3 vc_grid-item-zone-c-bottom"><div class="vc_grid-item-mini vc_clearfix "><div class="vc_gitem-animated-block" ><div class="vc_gitem-zone vc_gitem-zone-a vc-gitem-zone-height-mode-auto vc-gitem-zone-height-mode-auto-1-1 vc_gitem-is-link" style="background-image: url('https://whky.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/06/Alexander-County-Seal-062122.jpg') !important;"><a href="https://whky.com/public-hearing-scheduled-to-discuss-proposed-grant-in-alexander-county/" title="Public Hearing Scheduled To Discuss Proposed Grant In Alexander County" class="vc_gitem-link vc-zone-link" ></a><img class="vc_gitem-zone-img" src="https://whky.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/06/Alexander-County-Seal-062122.jpg" alt="Public Hearing Scheduled To Discuss Proposed Grant In Alexander County" loading="lazy"><div class="vc_gitem-zone-mini"></div></div></div><div class="vc_gitem-zone vc_gitem-zone-c vc_custom_1419240516480"><div class="vc_gitem-zone-mini"><div class="vc_gitem_row vc_row vc_gitem-row-position-top"><div class="vc_col-sm-12 vc_gitem-col vc_gitem-col-align-"><div class="vc_custom_heading vc_gitem-post-data vc_gitem-post-data-source-post_title" ><h4 style="text-align: left" >Public Hearing Scheduled To Discuss Proposed Grant In Alexander County</h4></div><div class="vc_custom_heading vc_gitem-post-data vc_gitem-post-data-source-post_excerpt" ><p style="text-align: left" ><p>Alexander County Government has called for a public hearing on the proposed FY27 Call for Projects, Federal Section 5310 Grant. The grant is for the “Enhances Mobility of Seniors and&hellip;</p> </p></div><div class="vc_btn3-container vc_btn3-left"><a class="vc_general vc_btn3 vc_btn3-size-md vc_btn3-shape-rounded vc_btn3-style-flat vc_btn3-color-juicy-pink" a href="https://whky.com/public-hearing-scheduled-to-discuss-proposed-grant-in-alexander-county/" class="vc_gitem-link vc_general vc_btn3 vc_general vc_btn3 vc_btn3-size-md vc_btn3-shape-rounded vc_btn3-style-flat vc_btn3-color-juicy-pink" title="Read more">Read more</a></div></div></div></div></div></div><div class="vc_clearfix"></div></div><div class="vc_grid-item vc_clearfix vc_col-sm-3 vc_grid-item-zone-c-bottom"><div class="vc_grid-item-mini vc_clearfix "><div class="vc_gitem-animated-block" ><div class="vc_gitem-zone vc_gitem-zone-a vc-gitem-zone-height-mode-auto vc-gitem-zone-height-mode-auto-1-1 vc_gitem-is-link" style="background-image: url('https://whky.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/01/Fatal-Crash-Generic-Graphic-010623.jpg') !important;"><a href="https://whky.com/man-killed-in-catawba-county-motorcycle-crash/" title="Man Killed In Catawba County Motorcycle Crash" class="vc_gitem-link vc-zone-link" ></a><img class="vc_gitem-zone-img" src="https://whky.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/01/Fatal-Crash-Generic-Graphic-010623.jpg" alt="Man Killed In Catawba County Motorcycle Crash" loading="lazy"><div class="vc_gitem-zone-mini"></div></div></div><div class="vc_gitem-zone vc_gitem-zone-c vc_custom_1419240516480"><div class="vc_gitem-zone-mini"><div class="vc_gitem_row vc_row vc_gitem-row-position-top"><div class="vc_col-sm-12 vc_gitem-col vc_gitem-col-align-"><div class="vc_custom_heading vc_gitem-post-data vc_gitem-post-data-source-post_title" ><h4 style="text-align: left" >Man Killed In Catawba County Motorcycle Crash</h4></div><div class="vc_custom_heading vc_gitem-post-data vc_gitem-post-data-source-post_excerpt" ><p style="text-align: left" ><p>A Lincoln County man was killed in a Catawba County motorcycle crash. The deceased is 57-year-old Roger Albert Bradstreet of Lincolnton. On Monday (July 28) at approximately 7:50 p.m., the&hellip;</p> </p></div><div class="vc_btn3-container vc_btn3-left"><a class="vc_general vc_btn3 vc_btn3-size-md vc_btn3-shape-rounded vc_btn3-style-flat vc_btn3-color-juicy-pink" a href="https://whky.com/man-killed-in-catawba-county-motorcycle-crash/" class="vc_gitem-link vc_general vc_btn3 vc_general vc_btn3 vc_btn3-size-md vc_btn3-shape-rounded vc_btn3-style-flat vc_btn3-color-juicy-pink" title="Read more">Read more</a></div></div></div></div></div></div><div class="vc_clearfix"></div></div><div class="vc_grid-item vc_clearfix vc_col-sm-3 vc_grid-item-zone-c-bottom"><div class="vc_grid-item-mini vc_clearfix "><div class="vc_gitem-animated-block" ><div class="vc_gitem-zone vc_gitem-zone-a vc-gitem-zone-height-mode-auto vc-gitem-zone-height-mode-auto-1-1 vc_gitem-is-link" style="background-image: url('https://whky.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/07/Taylor-and-Miller-Combo-Pic-072925.jpg') !important;"><a href="https://whky.com/two-suspects-charged-in-connection-to-armed-robbery-monday-in-alexander-county/" title="Two Suspects Charged In Connection To Armed Robbery Monday In Alexander County" class="vc_gitem-link vc-zone-link" ></a><img class="vc_gitem-zone-img" src="https://whky.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/07/Taylor-and-Miller-Combo-Pic-072925.jpg" alt="Two Suspects Charged In Connection To Armed Robbery Monday In Alexander County" loading="lazy"><div class="vc_gitem-zone-mini"></div></div></div><div class="vc_gitem-zone vc_gitem-zone-c vc_custom_1419240516480"><div class="vc_gitem-zone-mini"><div class="vc_gitem_row vc_row vc_gitem-row-position-top"><div class="vc_col-sm-12 vc_gitem-col vc_gitem-col-align-"><div class="vc_custom_heading vc_gitem-post-data vc_gitem-post-data-source-post_title" ><h4 style="text-align: left" >Two Suspects Charged In Connection To Armed Robbery Monday In Alexander County</h4></div><div class="vc_custom_heading vc_gitem-post-data vc_gitem-post-data-source-post_excerpt" ><p style="text-align: left" ><p>19-year-old Daniel Lee Taylor of Taylorsville and 18-year-old Nazir Nafis Miller, whose address was not listed, were arrested Monday (July 28) by Taylorsville Police Officers. They&#8217;re both charged with robbery&hellip;</p> </p></div><div class="vc_btn3-container vc_btn3-left"><a class="vc_general vc_btn3 vc_btn3-size-md vc_btn3-shape-rounded vc_btn3-style-flat vc_btn3-color-juicy-pink" a href="https://whky.com/two-suspects-charged-in-connection-to-armed-robbery-monday-in-alexander-county/" class="vc_gitem-link vc_general vc_btn3 vc_general vc_btn3 vc_btn3-size-md vc_btn3-shape-rounded vc_btn3-style-flat vc_btn3-color-juicy-pink" title="Read more">Read more</a></div></div></div></div></div></div><div class="vc_clearfix"></div></div><div class="vc_grid-item vc_clearfix vc_col-sm-3 vc_grid-item-zone-c-bottom"><div class="vc_grid-item-mini vc_clearfix "><div class="vc_gitem-animated-block" ><div class="vc_gitem-zone vc_gitem-zone-a vc-gitem-zone-height-mode-auto vc-gitem-zone-height-mode-auto-1-1 vc_gitem-is-link" style="background-image: url('https://whky.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/07/Broyhill-Clayton-Morrison-072925.jpg') !important;"><a href="https://whky.com/authorities-respond-to-occupied-vehicle-on-fire-arrest-made-in-case/" title="Authorities Respond To Occupied Vehicle On Fire, Arrest Made In Case" class="vc_gitem-link vc-zone-link" ></a><img class="vc_gitem-zone-img" src="https://whky.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/07/Broyhill-Clayton-Morrison-072925.jpg" alt="Authorities Respond To Occupied Vehicle On Fire, Arrest Made In Case" loading="lazy"><div class="vc_gitem-zone-mini"></div></div></div><div class="vc_gitem-zone vc_gitem-zone-c vc_custom_1419240516480"><div class="vc_gitem-zone-mini"><div class="vc_gitem_row vc_row vc_gitem-row-position-top"><div class="vc_col-sm-12 vc_gitem-col vc_gitem-col-align-"><div class="vc_custom_heading vc_gitem-post-data vc_gitem-post-data-source-post_title" ><h4 style="text-align: left" >Authorities Respond To Occupied Vehicle On Fire, Arrest Made In Case</h4></div><div class="vc_custom_heading vc_gitem-post-data vc_gitem-post-data-source-post_excerpt" ><p style="text-align: left" ><p>27-year-old Clayton Morrison Broyhill of Mooresville was arrested Monday (July 28) by Mooresville Police Officers. He’s charged with assault with a deadly weapon with intent to kill, burning personal property,&hellip;</p> </p></div><div class="vc_btn3-container vc_btn3-left"><a class="vc_general vc_btn3 vc_btn3-size-md vc_btn3-shape-rounded vc_btn3-style-flat vc_btn3-color-juicy-pink" a href="https://whky.com/authorities-respond-to-occupied-vehicle-on-fire-arrest-made-in-case/" class="vc_gitem-link vc_general vc_btn3 vc_general vc_btn3 vc_btn3-size-md vc_btn3-shape-rounded vc_btn3-style-flat vc_btn3-color-juicy-pink" title="Read more">Read more</a></div></div></div></div></div></div><div class="vc_clearfix"></div></div><div class="vc_grid-item vc_clearfix vc_col-sm-3 vc_grid-item-zone-c-bottom"><div class="vc_grid-item-mini vc_clearfix "><div class="vc_gitem-animated-block" ><div class="vc_gitem-zone vc_gitem-zone-a vc-gitem-zone-height-mode-auto vc-gitem-zone-height-mode-auto-1-1 vc_gitem-is-link" style="background-image: url('https://whky.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/08/NC-Dept-Of-Commerce-Pic-082024.jpg') !important;"><a href="https://whky.com/governor-dept-of-commerce-announces-kickoff-of-states-strategic-economic-development-plan/" title="Governor &#038; Dept. Of Commerce Announces Kickoff Of State&#8217;s Strategic Economic Development Plan" class="vc_gitem-link vc-zone-link" ></a><img class="vc_gitem-zone-img" src="https://whky.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/08/NC-Dept-Of-Commerce-Pic-082024.jpg" alt="Governor & Dept. Of Commerce Announces Kickoff Of State's Strategic Economic Development Plan" loading="lazy"><div class="vc_gitem-zone-mini"></div></div></div><div class="vc_gitem-zone vc_gitem-zone-c vc_custom_1419240516480"><div class="vc_gitem-zone-mini"><div class="vc_gitem_row vc_row vc_gitem-row-position-top"><div class="vc_col-sm-12 vc_gitem-col vc_gitem-col-align-"><div class="vc_custom_heading vc_gitem-post-data vc_gitem-post-data-source-post_title" ><h4 style="text-align: left" >Governor &#038; Dept. Of Commerce Announces Kickoff Of State&#8217;s Strategic Economic Development Plan</h4></div><div class="vc_custom_heading vc_gitem-post-data vc_gitem-post-data-source-post_excerpt" ><p style="text-align: left" ><p>On Monday (July 28) in partnership with Governor Josh Stein, the North Carolina Department of Commerce announced the official kickoff of the state’s next Comprehensive Strategic Economic Development Plan, which&hellip;</p> </p></div><div class="vc_btn3-container vc_btn3-left"><a class="vc_general vc_btn3 vc_btn3-size-md vc_btn3-shape-rounded vc_btn3-style-flat vc_btn3-color-juicy-pink" a href="https://whky.com/governor-dept-of-commerce-announces-kickoff-of-states-strategic-economic-development-plan/" class="vc_gitem-link vc_general vc_btn3 vc_general vc_btn3 vc_btn3-size-md vc_btn3-shape-rounded vc_btn3-style-flat vc_btn3-color-juicy-pink" title="Read more">Read more</a></div></div></div></div></div></div><div class="vc_clearfix"></div></div><div class="vc_grid-item vc_clearfix vc_col-sm-3 vc_grid-item-zone-c-bottom"><div class="vc_grid-item-mini vc_clearfix "><div class="vc_gitem-animated-block" ><div class="vc_gitem-zone vc_gitem-zone-a vc-gitem-zone-height-mode-auto vc-gitem-zone-height-mode-auto-1-1 vc_gitem-is-link" style="background-image: url('https://whky.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/02/Stein-Gov-Josh-020325-1024x801.jpg') !important;"><a href="https://whky.com/governor-announces-appointments-two-from-hickory-metro-named-to-councils/" title="Governor Announces Appointments, Two From Hickory Metro Named To Councils" class="vc_gitem-link vc-zone-link" ></a><img class="vc_gitem-zone-img" src="https://whky.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/02/Stein-Gov-Josh-020325-1024x801.jpg" alt="Governor Announces Appointments, Two From Hickory Metro Named To Councils" loading="lazy"><div class="vc_gitem-zone-mini"></div></div></div><div class="vc_gitem-zone vc_gitem-zone-c vc_custom_1419240516480"><div class="vc_gitem-zone-mini"><div class="vc_gitem_row vc_row vc_gitem-row-position-top"><div class="vc_col-sm-12 vc_gitem-col vc_gitem-col-align-"><div class="vc_custom_heading vc_gitem-post-data vc_gitem-post-data-source-post_title" ><h4 style="text-align: left" >Governor Announces Appointments, Two From Hickory Metro Named To Councils</h4></div><div class="vc_custom_heading vc_gitem-post-data vc_gitem-post-data-source-post_excerpt" ><p style="text-align: left" ><p>On Monday (July 28), North Carolina Governor Josh Stein announced appointments to boards and commissions. Among those appointed to North Carolina Interagency Council for Coordinating Homeless Programs was Ashley Nicole&hellip;</p> </p></div><div class="vc_btn3-container vc_btn3-left"><a class="vc_general vc_btn3 vc_btn3-size-md vc_btn3-shape-rounded vc_btn3-style-flat vc_btn3-color-juicy-pink" a href="https://whky.com/governor-announces-appointments-two-from-hickory-metro-named-to-councils/" class="vc_gitem-link vc_general vc_btn3 vc_general vc_btn3 vc_btn3-size-md vc_btn3-shape-rounded vc_btn3-style-flat vc_btn3-color-juicy-pink" title="Read more">Read more</a></div></div></div></div></div></div><div class="vc_clearfix"></div></div><div class="vc_grid-item vc_clearfix vc_col-sm-3 vc_grid-item-zone-c-bottom"><div class="vc_grid-item-mini vc_clearfix "><div class="vc_gitem-animated-block" ><div class="vc_gitem-zone vc_gitem-zone-a vc-gitem-zone-height-mode-auto vc-gitem-zone-height-mode-auto-1-1 vc_gitem-is-link" style="background-image: url('https://whky.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/07/Alexander-County-Historic-Commission-Tour-Pic-072925-1024x937.jpg') !important;"><a href="https://whky.com/alexander-county-historic-preservation-commission-members-tour-historic-downtown-lincolnton/" title="Alexander County Historic Preservation Commission Members Tour Historic Downtown Lincolnton" class="vc_gitem-link vc-zone-link" ></a><img class="vc_gitem-zone-img" src="https://whky.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/07/Alexander-County-Historic-Commission-Tour-Pic-072925-1024x937.jpg" alt="Alexander County Historic Preservation Commission Members Tour Historic Downtown Lincolnton" loading="lazy"><div class="vc_gitem-zone-mini"></div></div></div><div class="vc_gitem-zone vc_gitem-zone-c vc_custom_1419240516480"><div class="vc_gitem-zone-mini"><div class="vc_gitem_row vc_row vc_gitem-row-position-top"><div class="vc_col-sm-12 vc_gitem-col vc_gitem-col-align-"><div class="vc_custom_heading vc_gitem-post-data vc_gitem-post-data-source-post_title" ><h4 style="text-align: left" >Alexander County Historic Preservation Commission Members Tour Historic Downtown Lincolnton</h4></div><div class="vc_custom_heading vc_gitem-post-data vc_gitem-post-data-source-post_excerpt" ><p style="text-align: left" ><p>Members of the Alexander County Historic Preservation Commission (HPC) were welcomed by Lincoln County Historic Preservation Commission member Laura Gregory on June 12 to enjoy a tour of historic downtown&hellip;</p> </p></div><div class="vc_btn3-container vc_btn3-left"><a class="vc_general vc_btn3 vc_btn3-size-md vc_btn3-shape-rounded vc_btn3-style-flat vc_btn3-color-juicy-pink" a href="https://whky.com/alexander-county-historic-preservation-commission-members-tour-historic-downtown-lincolnton/" class="vc_gitem-link vc_general vc_btn3 vc_general vc_btn3 vc_btn3-size-md vc_btn3-shape-rounded vc_btn3-style-flat vc_btn3-color-juicy-pink" title="Read more">Read more</a></div></div></div></div></div></div><div class="vc_clearfix"></div></div><div class="vc_grid-item vc_clearfix vc_col-sm-3 vc_grid-item-zone-c-bottom"><div class="vc_grid-item-mini vc_clearfix "><div class="vc_gitem-animated-block" ><div class="vc_gitem-zone vc_gitem-zone-a vc-gitem-zone-height-mode-auto vc-gitem-zone-height-mode-auto-1-1 vc_gitem-is-link" style="background-image: url('https://whky.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/07/SBI-K9-Pic-One-072825-768x1024.jpg') !important;"><a href="https://whky.com/n-c-sbi-sends-k9-officers-to-assist-with-searches-in-flood-ravaged-texas/" title="N.C. SBI Sends K9 Officers To Assist With Searches In Flood Ravaged Texas" class="vc_gitem-link vc-zone-link" ></a><img class="vc_gitem-zone-img" src="https://whky.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/07/SBI-K9-Pic-One-072825-768x1024.jpg" alt="N.C. SBI Sends K9 Officers To Assist With Searches In Flood Ravaged Texas" loading="lazy"><div class="vc_gitem-zone-mini"></div></div></div><div class="vc_gitem-zone vc_gitem-zone-c vc_custom_1419240516480"><div class="vc_gitem-zone-mini"><div class="vc_gitem_row vc_row vc_gitem-row-position-top"><div class="vc_col-sm-12 vc_gitem-col vc_gitem-col-align-"><div class="vc_custom_heading vc_gitem-post-data vc_gitem-post-data-source-post_title" ><h4 style="text-align: left" >N.C. SBI Sends K9 Officers To Assist With Searches In Flood Ravaged Texas</h4></div><div class="vc_custom_heading vc_gitem-post-data vc_gitem-post-data-source-post_excerpt" ><p style="text-align: left" ><p>The North Carolina State Bureau of Investigation (SBI) has sent four K-9 teams to the Hill Country of Texas to aid in the flood recovery efforts. Two teams departed from&hellip;</p> </p></div><div class="vc_btn3-container vc_btn3-left"><a class="vc_general vc_btn3 vc_btn3-size-md vc_btn3-shape-rounded vc_btn3-style-flat vc_btn3-color-juicy-pink" a href="https://whky.com/n-c-sbi-sends-k9-officers-to-assist-with-searches-in-flood-ravaged-texas/" class="vc_gitem-link vc_general vc_btn3 vc_general vc_btn3 vc_btn3-size-md vc_btn3-shape-rounded vc_btn3-style-flat vc_btn3-color-juicy-pink" title="Read more">Read more</a></div></div></div></div></div></div><div class="vc_clearfix"></div></div><div class="vc_grid-item vc_clearfix vc_col-sm-3 vc_grid-item-zone-c-bottom"><div class="vc_grid-item-mini vc_clearfix "><div class="vc_gitem-animated-block" ><div class="vc_gitem-zone vc_gitem-zone-a vc-gitem-zone-height-mode-auto vc-gitem-zone-height-mode-auto-1-1 vc_gitem-is-link" style="background-image: url('https://whky.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/09/Morganton-City-Seal-101218.jpg') !important;"><a href="https://whky.com/hydrant-flow-testing-scheduled-in-morganton/" title="Hydrant Flow Testing Scheduled In Morganton" class="vc_gitem-link vc-zone-link" ></a><img class="vc_gitem-zone-img" src="https://whky.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/09/Morganton-City-Seal-101218.jpg" alt="Hydrant Flow Testing Scheduled In Morganton" loading="lazy"><div class="vc_gitem-zone-mini"></div></div></div><div class="vc_gitem-zone vc_gitem-zone-c vc_custom_1419240516480"><div class="vc_gitem-zone-mini"><div class="vc_gitem_row vc_row vc_gitem-row-position-top"><div class="vc_col-sm-12 vc_gitem-col vc_gitem-col-align-"><div class="vc_custom_heading vc_gitem-post-data vc_gitem-post-data-source-post_title" ><h4 style="text-align: left" >Hydrant Flow Testing Scheduled In Morganton</h4></div><div class="vc_custom_heading vc_gitem-post-data vc_gitem-post-data-source-post_excerpt" ><p style="text-align: left" ><p>The City of Morganton Water Resources Department will be testing fire hydrant flow starting next Sunday, August 3 in several locations throughout the city. This is the schedule for fire&hellip;</p> </p></div><div class="vc_btn3-container vc_btn3-left"><a class="vc_general vc_btn3 vc_btn3-size-md vc_btn3-shape-rounded vc_btn3-style-flat vc_btn3-color-juicy-pink" a href="https://whky.com/hydrant-flow-testing-scheduled-in-morganton/" class="vc_gitem-link vc_general vc_btn3 vc_general vc_btn3 vc_btn3-size-md vc_btn3-shape-rounded vc_btn3-style-flat vc_btn3-color-juicy-pink" title="Read more">Read more</a></div></div></div></div></div></div><div class="vc_clearfix"></div></div><div class="vc_grid-item vc_clearfix vc_col-sm-3 vc_grid-item-zone-c-bottom"><div class="vc_grid-item-mini vc_clearfix "><div class="vc_gitem-animated-block" ><div class="vc_gitem-zone vc_gitem-zone-a vc-gitem-zone-height-mode-auto vc-gitem-zone-height-mode-auto-1-1 vc_gitem-is-link" style="background-image: url('https://whky.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/03/NCDOT-Logo-031423.jpg') !important;"><a href="https://whky.com/monitoring-devices-installed-as-safety-measure-on-i-40-in-western-n-c/" title="Monitoring Devices Installed As Safety Measure On I-40 In Western N.C." class="vc_gitem-link vc-zone-link" ></a><img class="vc_gitem-zone-img" src="https://whky.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/03/NCDOT-Logo-031423.jpg" alt="Monitoring Devices Installed As Safety Measure On I-40 In Western N.C." loading="lazy"><div class="vc_gitem-zone-mini"></div></div></div><div class="vc_gitem-zone vc_gitem-zone-c vc_custom_1419240516480"><div class="vc_gitem-zone-mini"><div class="vc_gitem_row vc_row vc_gitem-row-position-top"><div class="vc_col-sm-12 vc_gitem-col vc_gitem-col-align-"><div class="vc_custom_heading vc_gitem-post-data vc_gitem-post-data-source-post_title" ><h4 style="text-align: left" >Monitoring Devices Installed As Safety Measure On I-40 In Western N.C.</h4></div><div class="vc_custom_heading vc_gitem-post-data vc_gitem-post-data-source-post_excerpt" ><p style="text-align: left" ><p>As the reconstruction of Interstate 40 continues in western North Carolina, the North Carolina Department of Transportation (NCDOT) is using new technology to keep both crews and drivers safe. New&hellip;</p> </p></div><div class="vc_btn3-container vc_btn3-left"><a class="vc_general vc_btn3 vc_btn3-size-md vc_btn3-shape-rounded vc_btn3-style-flat vc_btn3-color-juicy-pink" a href="https://whky.com/monitoring-devices-installed-as-safety-measure-on-i-40-in-western-n-c/" class="vc_gitem-link vc_general vc_btn3 vc_general vc_btn3 vc_btn3-size-md vc_btn3-shape-rounded vc_btn3-style-flat vc_btn3-color-juicy-pink" title="Read more">Read more</a></div></div></div></div></div></div><div class="vc_clearfix"></div></div><div class="vc_grid-item vc_clearfix vc_col-sm-3 vc_grid-item-zone-c-bottom"><div class="vc_grid-item-mini vc_clearfix "><div class="vc_gitem-animated-block" ><div class="vc_gitem-zone vc_gitem-zone-a vc-gitem-zone-height-mode-auto vc-gitem-zone-height-mode-auto-1-1 vc_gitem-is-link" style="background-image: url('https://whky.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/11/AAA-Carolinas-Logo-112222.jpg') !important;"><a href="https://whky.com/aaa-carolinas-commemorates-vehicle-theft-awareness-month/" title="AAA Carolinas Commemorates Vehicle Theft Awareness Month" class="vc_gitem-link vc-zone-link" ></a><img class="vc_gitem-zone-img" src="https://whky.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/11/AAA-Carolinas-Logo-112222.jpg" alt="AAA Carolinas Commemorates Vehicle Theft Awareness Month" loading="lazy"><div class="vc_gitem-zone-mini"></div></div></div><div class="vc_gitem-zone vc_gitem-zone-c vc_custom_1419240516480"><div class="vc_gitem-zone-mini"><div class="vc_gitem_row vc_row vc_gitem-row-position-top"><div class="vc_col-sm-12 vc_gitem-col vc_gitem-col-align-"><div class="vc_custom_heading vc_gitem-post-data vc_gitem-post-data-source-post_title" ><h4 style="text-align: left" >AAA Carolinas Commemorates Vehicle Theft Awareness Month</h4></div><div class="vc_custom_heading vc_gitem-post-data vc_gitem-post-data-source-post_excerpt" ><p style="text-align: left" ><p>July marks Vehicle Theft Awareness Month, a reminder for drivers to take proactive steps to protect their vehicles. In 2024 alone, more than 850,000 vehicles were stolen nationwide, highlighting the&hellip;</p> </p></div><div class="vc_btn3-container vc_btn3-left"><a class="vc_general vc_btn3 vc_btn3-size-md vc_btn3-shape-rounded vc_btn3-style-flat vc_btn3-color-juicy-pink" a href="https://whky.com/aaa-carolinas-commemorates-vehicle-theft-awareness-month/" class="vc_gitem-link vc_general vc_btn3 vc_general vc_btn3 vc_btn3-size-md vc_btn3-shape-rounded vc_btn3-style-flat vc_btn3-color-juicy-pink" title="Read more">Read more</a></div></div></div></div></div></div><div class="vc_clearfix"></div></div><div class="vc_grid-item vc_clearfix vc_col-sm-3 vc_grid-item-zone-c-bottom"><div class="vc_grid-item-mini vc_clearfix "><div class="vc_gitem-animated-block" ><div class="vc_gitem-zone vc_gitem-zone-a vc-gitem-zone-height-mode-auto vc-gitem-zone-height-mode-auto-1-1 vc_gitem-is-link" style="background-image: url('https://whky.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/07/IMG_1158.jpeg') !important;"><a href="https://whky.com/police-report-kidnapping-arrest-made-in-case/" title="Police Report Kidnapping, Arrest Made In Case" class="vc_gitem-link vc-zone-link" ></a><img class="vc_gitem-zone-img" src="https://whky.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/07/IMG_1158.jpeg" alt="Police Report Kidnapping, Arrest Made In Case" loading="lazy"><div class="vc_gitem-zone-mini"></div></div></div><div class="vc_gitem-zone vc_gitem-zone-c vc_custom_1419240516480"><div class="vc_gitem-zone-mini"><div class="vc_gitem_row vc_row vc_gitem-row-position-top"><div class="vc_col-sm-12 vc_gitem-col vc_gitem-col-align-"><div class="vc_custom_heading vc_gitem-post-data vc_gitem-post-data-source-post_title" ><h4 style="text-align: left" >Police Report Kidnapping, Arrest Made In Case</h4></div><div class="vc_custom_heading vc_gitem-post-data vc_gitem-post-data-source-post_excerpt" ><p style="text-align: left" ><p>30-year-old Haley Lynn Ervin of Mooresville was arrested Friday (July 25) by Mooresville Police Officers. She’s charged with felony first-degree kidnapping. Last Thursday (July 24), Mooresville Police Officers responded to&hellip;</p> </p></div><div class="vc_btn3-container vc_btn3-left"><a class="vc_general vc_btn3 vc_btn3-size-md vc_btn3-shape-rounded vc_btn3-style-flat vc_btn3-color-juicy-pink" a href="https://whky.com/police-report-kidnapping-arrest-made-in-case/" class="vc_gitem-link vc_general vc_btn3 vc_general vc_btn3 vc_btn3-size-md vc_btn3-shape-rounded vc_btn3-style-flat vc_btn3-color-juicy-pink" title="Read more">Read more</a></div></div></div></div></div></div><div class="vc_clearfix"></div></div><div class="vc_grid-item vc_clearfix vc_col-sm-3 vc_grid-item-zone-c-bottom"><div class="vc_grid-item-mini vc_clearfix "><div class="vc_gitem-animated-block" ><div class="vc_gitem-zone vc_gitem-zone-a vc-gitem-zone-height-mode-auto vc-gitem-zone-height-mode-auto-1-1 vc_gitem-is-link" style="background-image: url('https://whky.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/07/IMG_1107-791x1024.jpeg') !important;"><a href="https://whky.com/local-law-enforcement-agency-urging-caution-during-extreme-heat/" title="Local Law Enforcement Agency Urging Caution During Extreme Heat" class="vc_gitem-link vc-zone-link" ></a><img class="vc_gitem-zone-img" src="https://whky.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/07/IMG_1107-791x1024.jpeg" alt="Local Law Enforcement Agency Urging Caution During Extreme Heat" loading="lazy"><div class="vc_gitem-zone-mini"></div></div></div><div class="vc_gitem-zone vc_gitem-zone-c vc_custom_1419240516480"><div class="vc_gitem-zone-mini"><div class="vc_gitem_row vc_row vc_gitem-row-position-top"><div class="vc_col-sm-12 vc_gitem-col vc_gitem-col-align-"><div class="vc_custom_heading vc_gitem-post-data vc_gitem-post-data-source-post_title" ><h4 style="text-align: left" >Local Law Enforcement Agency Urging Caution During Extreme Heat</h4></div><div class="vc_custom_heading vc_gitem-post-data vc_gitem-post-data-source-post_excerpt" ><p style="text-align: left" ><p>The Burke County Sheriff&#8217;s Office is urging residents to stay safe and take necessary precautions as dangerously high temperatures are expected to impact the area this weekend. Forecasts indicate heat&hellip;</p> </p></div><div class="vc_btn3-container vc_btn3-left"><a class="vc_general vc_btn3 vc_btn3-size-md vc_btn3-shape-rounded vc_btn3-style-flat vc_btn3-color-juicy-pink" a href="https://whky.com/local-law-enforcement-agency-urging-caution-during-extreme-heat/" class="vc_gitem-link vc_general vc_btn3 vc_general vc_btn3 vc_btn3-size-md vc_btn3-shape-rounded vc_btn3-style-flat vc_btn3-color-juicy-pink" title="Read more">Read more</a></div></div></div></div></div></div><div class="vc_clearfix"></div></div><div class="vc_grid-item vc_clearfix vc_col-sm-3 vc_grid-item-zone-c-bottom"><div class="vc_grid-item-mini vc_clearfix "><div class="vc_gitem-animated-block" ><div class="vc_gitem-zone vc_gitem-zone-a vc-gitem-zone-height-mode-auto vc-gitem-zone-height-mode-auto-1-1 vc_gitem-is-link" style="background-image: url('https://whky.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/07/Trade-Alley-Art-2d-call-for-artists-791x1024.png') !important;"><a href="https://whky.com/trade-alley-art-gallery-needs-artists-to-enter-in-2-d-art-competition/" title="Trade Alley Art Gallery Needs Artists to Enter in 2-D Art Competition" class="vc_gitem-link vc-zone-link" ></a><img class="vc_gitem-zone-img" src="https://whky.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/07/Trade-Alley-Art-2d-call-for-artists-791x1024.png" alt="Trade Alley Art Gallery Needs Artists to Enter in 2-D Art Competition" loading="lazy"><div class="vc_gitem-zone-mini"></div></div></div><div class="vc_gitem-zone vc_gitem-zone-c vc_custom_1419240516480"><div class="vc_gitem-zone-mini"><div class="vc_gitem_row vc_row vc_gitem-row-position-top"><div class="vc_col-sm-12 vc_gitem-col vc_gitem-col-align-"><div class="vc_custom_heading vc_gitem-post-data vc_gitem-post-data-source-post_title" ><h4 style="text-align: left" >Trade Alley Art Gallery Needs Artists to Enter in 2-D Art Competition</h4></div><div class="vc_custom_heading vc_gitem-post-data vc_gitem-post-data-source-post_excerpt" ><p style="text-align: left" ><p>Trade Alley Art Gallery is looking for Artists to participate in an upcoming competition. They are gearing up for the fall competition and need artist who would like to participate.&hellip;</p> </p></div><div class="vc_btn3-container vc_btn3-left"><a class="vc_general vc_btn3 vc_btn3-size-md vc_btn3-shape-rounded vc_btn3-style-flat vc_btn3-color-juicy-pink" a href="https://whky.com/trade-alley-art-gallery-needs-artists-to-enter-in-2-d-art-competition/" class="vc_gitem-link vc_general vc_btn3 vc_general vc_btn3 vc_btn3-size-md vc_btn3-shape-rounded vc_btn3-style-flat vc_btn3-color-juicy-pink" title="Read more">Read more</a></div></div></div></div></div></div><div class="vc_clearfix"></div></div><div class="vc_grid-item vc_clearfix vc_col-sm-3 vc_grid-item-zone-c-bottom"><div class="vc_grid-item-mini vc_clearfix "><div class="vc_gitem-animated-block" ><div class="vc_gitem-zone vc_gitem-zone-a vc-gitem-zone-height-mode-auto vc-gitem-zone-height-mode-auto-1-1 vc_gitem-is-link" style="background-image: url('https://whky.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/03/Conover-Police-Badge-030922.jpg') !important;"><a href="https://whky.com/man-shot-in-conover-business-parking-lot-passes-away/" title="Man Shot In Conover Business Parking Lot Passes Away" class="vc_gitem-link vc-zone-link" ></a><img class="vc_gitem-zone-img" src="https://whky.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/03/Conover-Police-Badge-030922.jpg" alt="Man Shot In Conover Business Parking Lot Passes Away" loading="lazy"><div class="vc_gitem-zone-mini"></div></div></div><div class="vc_gitem-zone vc_gitem-zone-c vc_custom_1419240516480"><div class="vc_gitem-zone-mini"><div class="vc_gitem_row vc_row vc_gitem-row-position-top"><div class="vc_col-sm-12 vc_gitem-col vc_gitem-col-align-"><div class="vc_custom_heading vc_gitem-post-data vc_gitem-post-data-source-post_title" ><h4 style="text-align: left" >Man Shot In Conover Business Parking Lot Passes Away</h4></div><div class="vc_custom_heading vc_gitem-post-data vc_gitem-post-data-source-post_excerpt" ><p style="text-align: left" ><p>A man who was shot in the parking lot of a Conover laundromat earlier this week has died. According to our news partner WACB, Stephen Thomas was found suffering from&hellip;</p> </p></div><div class="vc_btn3-container vc_btn3-left"><a class="vc_general vc_btn3 vc_btn3-size-md vc_btn3-shape-rounded vc_btn3-style-flat vc_btn3-color-juicy-pink" a href="https://whky.com/man-shot-in-conover-business-parking-lot-passes-away/" class="vc_gitem-link vc_general vc_btn3 vc_general vc_btn3 vc_btn3-size-md vc_btn3-shape-rounded vc_btn3-style-flat vc_btn3-color-juicy-pink" title="Read more">Read more</a></div></div></div></div></div></div><div class="vc_clearfix"></div></div><div class="vc_grid-item vc_clearfix vc_col-sm-3 vc_grid-item-zone-c-bottom"><div class="vc_grid-item-mini vc_clearfix "><div class="vc_gitem-animated-block" ><div class="vc_gitem-zone vc_gitem-zone-a vc-gitem-zone-height-mode-auto vc-gitem-zone-height-mode-auto-1-1 vc_gitem-is-link" style="background-image: url('https://whky.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/07/Iredell-County-Fire-Pic-Two-072525.jpg') !important;"><a href="https://whky.com/departments-from-iredell-alexander-counties-respond-to-house-fire/" title="Departments From Iredell &#038; Alexander Counties Respond To House Fire" class="vc_gitem-link vc-zone-link" ></a><img class="vc_gitem-zone-img" src="https://whky.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/07/Iredell-County-Fire-Pic-Two-072525.jpg" alt="Departments From Iredell & Alexander Counties Respond To House Fire" loading="lazy"><div class="vc_gitem-zone-mini"></div></div></div><div class="vc_gitem-zone vc_gitem-zone-c vc_custom_1419240516480"><div class="vc_gitem-zone-mini"><div class="vc_gitem_row vc_row vc_gitem-row-position-top"><div class="vc_col-sm-12 vc_gitem-col vc_gitem-col-align-"><div class="vc_custom_heading vc_gitem-post-data vc_gitem-post-data-source-post_title" ><h4 style="text-align: left" >Departments From Iredell &#038; Alexander Counties Respond To House Fire</h4></div><div class="vc_custom_heading vc_gitem-post-data vc_gitem-post-data-source-post_excerpt" ><p style="text-align: left" ><p>A home was heavily damaged in a fire Wednesday. According to the Iredell Free News, departments from Iredell &amp; Alexander Counties responded. According to the published report, the West Iredell&hellip;</p> </p></div><div class="vc_btn3-container vc_btn3-left"><a class="vc_general vc_btn3 vc_btn3-size-md vc_btn3-shape-rounded vc_btn3-style-flat vc_btn3-color-juicy-pink" a href="https://whky.com/departments-from-iredell-alexander-counties-respond-to-house-fire/" class="vc_gitem-link vc_general vc_btn3 vc_general vc_btn3 vc_btn3-size-md vc_btn3-shape-rounded vc_btn3-style-flat vc_btn3-color-juicy-pink" title="Read more">Read more</a></div></div></div></div></div></div><div class="vc_clearfix"></div></div><div class="vc_grid-item vc_clearfix vc_col-sm-3 vc_grid-item-zone-c-bottom"><div class="vc_grid-item-mini vc_clearfix "><div class="vc_gitem-animated-block" ><div class="vc_gitem-zone vc_gitem-zone-a vc-gitem-zone-height-mode-auto vc-gitem-zone-height-mode-auto-1-1 vc_gitem-is-link" style="background-image: url('https://whky.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/02/Alexander-Co-Schools-logo021424.gif.jpg') !important;"><a href="https://whky.com/federal-funds-released-for-area-school-system/" title="Federal Funds Released For Area School System" class="vc_gitem-link vc-zone-link" ></a><img class="vc_gitem-zone-img" src="https://whky.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/02/Alexander-Co-Schools-logo021424.gif.jpg" alt="Federal Funds Released For Area School System" loading="lazy"><div class="vc_gitem-zone-mini"></div></div></div><div class="vc_gitem-zone vc_gitem-zone-c vc_custom_1419240516480"><div class="vc_gitem-zone-mini"><div class="vc_gitem_row vc_row vc_gitem-row-position-top"><div class="vc_col-sm-12 vc_gitem-col vc_gitem-col-align-"><div class="vc_custom_heading vc_gitem-post-data vc_gitem-post-data-source-post_title" ><h4 style="text-align: left" >Federal Funds Released For Area School System</h4></div><div class="vc_custom_heading vc_gitem-post-data vc_gitem-post-data-source-post_excerpt" ><p style="text-align: left" ><p>Federal funds for Alexander County Schools were released on Monday (July 21). According to Andrea Robinette of the County Schools Finance staff, the Federal Title IV-B amount for Alexander is&hellip;</p> </p></div><div class="vc_btn3-container vc_btn3-left"><a class="vc_general vc_btn3 vc_btn3-size-md vc_btn3-shape-rounded vc_btn3-style-flat vc_btn3-color-juicy-pink" a href="https://whky.com/federal-funds-released-for-area-school-system/" class="vc_gitem-link vc_general vc_btn3 vc_general vc_btn3 vc_btn3-size-md vc_btn3-shape-rounded vc_btn3-style-flat vc_btn3-color-juicy-pink" title="Read more">Read more</a></div></div></div></div></div></div><div class="vc_clearfix"></div></div><div class="vc_grid-item vc_clearfix vc_col-sm-3 vc_grid-item-zone-c-bottom"><div class="vc_grid-item-mini vc_clearfix "><div class="vc_gitem-animated-block" ><div class="vc_gitem-zone vc_gitem-zone-a vc-gitem-zone-height-mode-auto vc-gitem-zone-height-mode-auto-1-1 vc_gitem-is-link" style="background-image: url('https://whky.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/07/Efird-Harry-C.-072525.jpg') !important;"><a href="https://whky.com/officials-name-new-conover-school-principal/" title="Officials Name New Conover School Principal" class="vc_gitem-link vc-zone-link" ></a><img class="vc_gitem-zone-img" src="https://whky.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/07/Efird-Harry-C.-072525.jpg" alt="Officials Name New Conover School Principal" loading="lazy"><div class="vc_gitem-zone-mini"></div></div></div><div class="vc_gitem-zone vc_gitem-zone-c vc_custom_1419240516480"><div class="vc_gitem-zone-mini"><div class="vc_gitem_row vc_row vc_gitem-row-position-top"><div class="vc_col-sm-12 vc_gitem-col vc_gitem-col-align-"><div class="vc_custom_heading vc_gitem-post-data vc_gitem-post-data-source-post_title" ><h4 style="text-align: left" >Officials Name New Conover School Principal</h4></div><div class="vc_custom_heading vc_gitem-post-data vc_gitem-post-data-source-post_excerpt" ><p style="text-align: left" ><p>The Newton-Conover City Schools Board of Education announced the appointment of Dr. Harry C. Efird as the new principal of Conover School, bringing more than 25 years of experience in&hellip;</p> </p></div><div class="vc_btn3-container vc_btn3-left"><a class="vc_general vc_btn3 vc_btn3-size-md vc_btn3-shape-rounded vc_btn3-style-flat vc_btn3-color-juicy-pink" a href="https://whky.com/officials-name-new-conover-school-principal/" class="vc_gitem-link vc_general vc_btn3 vc_general vc_btn3 vc_btn3-size-md vc_btn3-shape-rounded vc_btn3-style-flat vc_btn3-color-juicy-pink" title="Read more">Read more</a></div></div></div></div></div></div><div class="vc_clearfix"></div></div><div class="vc_grid-item vc_clearfix vc_col-sm-3 vc_grid-item-zone-c-bottom"><div class="vc_grid-item-mini vc_clearfix "><div class="vc_gitem-animated-block" ><div class="vc_gitem-zone vc_gitem-zone-a vc-gitem-zone-height-mode-auto vc-gitem-zone-height-mode-auto-1-1 vc_gitem-is-link" style="background-image: url('https://whky.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/07/Blue-Ridge-Parkway-Reopening-Stretch-Pic-072525.jpg') !important;"><a href="https://whky.com/section-of-blue-ridge-parkway-between-blowing-rock-linville-falls-reopens/" title="Section Of Blue Ridge Parkway Between Blowing Rock &#038; Linville Falls Reopens" class="vc_gitem-link vc-zone-link" ></a><img class="vc_gitem-zone-img" src="https://whky.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/07/Blue-Ridge-Parkway-Reopening-Stretch-Pic-072525.jpg" alt="Section Of Blue Ridge Parkway Between Blowing Rock & Linville Falls Reopens" loading="lazy"><div class="vc_gitem-zone-mini"></div></div></div><div class="vc_gitem-zone vc_gitem-zone-c vc_custom_1419240516480"><div class="vc_gitem-zone-mini"><div class="vc_gitem_row vc_row vc_gitem-row-position-top"><div class="vc_col-sm-12 vc_gitem-col vc_gitem-col-align-"><div class="vc_custom_heading vc_gitem-post-data vc_gitem-post-data-source-post_title" ><h4 style="text-align: left" >Section Of Blue Ridge Parkway Between Blowing Rock &#038; Linville Falls Reopens</h4></div><div class="vc_custom_heading vc_gitem-post-data vc_gitem-post-data-source-post_excerpt" ><p style="text-align: left" ><p>Blue Ridge Parkway officials have opened a section of the 469-mile historic route in North Carolina from milepost 305.2, near Beacon Heights and U.S. 221, to milepost 317.5, at U.S.&hellip;</p> </p></div><div class="vc_btn3-container vc_btn3-left"><a class="vc_general vc_btn3 vc_btn3-size-md vc_btn3-shape-rounded vc_btn3-style-flat vc_btn3-color-juicy-pink" a href="https://whky.com/section-of-blue-ridge-parkway-between-blowing-rock-linville-falls-reopens/" class="vc_gitem-link vc_general vc_btn3 vc_general vc_btn3 vc_btn3-size-md vc_btn3-shape-rounded vc_btn3-style-flat vc_btn3-color-juicy-pink" title="Read more">Read more</a></div></div></div></div></div></div><div class="vc_clearfix"></div></div><div class="vc_grid-item vc_clearfix vc_col-sm-3 vc_grid-item-zone-c-bottom"><div class="vc_grid-item-mini vc_clearfix "><div class="vc_gitem-animated-block" ><div class="vc_gitem-zone vc_gitem-zone-a 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class="vc_col-sm-12 vc_gitem-col vc_gitem-col-align-"><div class="vc_custom_heading vc_gitem-post-data vc_gitem-post-data-source-post_title" ><h4 style="text-align: left" >North Carolina Attorney General Announces Settlement In Lawsuit Related To False Claims To Health Care Programs</h4></div><div class="vc_custom_heading vc_gitem-post-data vc_gitem-post-data-source-post_excerpt" ><p style="text-align: left" ><p>Attorney General Jeff Jackson announced that Gilead Sciences will pay $202 million to resolve claims that it paid kickbacks to doctors in exchange for promoting its HIV medications, resulting in&hellip;</p> </p></div><div class="vc_btn3-container vc_btn3-left"><a class="vc_general vc_btn3 vc_btn3-size-md vc_btn3-shape-rounded vc_btn3-style-flat vc_btn3-color-juicy-pink" a href="https://whky.com/north-carolina-attorney-general-announces-settlement-in-lawsuit-related-to-false-claims-to-health-care-programs/" class="vc_gitem-link vc_general vc_btn3 vc_general vc_btn3 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class="vc_gitem-zone-mini"></div></div></div><div class="vc_gitem-zone vc_gitem-zone-c vc_custom_1419240516480"><div class="vc_gitem-zone-mini"><div class="vc_gitem_row vc_row vc_gitem-row-position-top"><div class="vc_col-sm-12 vc_gitem-col vc_gitem-col-align-"><div class="vc_custom_heading vc_gitem-post-data vc_gitem-post-data-source-post_title" ><h4 style="text-align: left" >Two Injured in Crash this Morning on Hwy. 321</h4></div><div class="vc_custom_heading vc_gitem-post-data vc_gitem-post-data-source-post_excerpt" ><p style="text-align: left" ><p>A single-vehicle accident this morning (July 24) backed up traffic on N.C. Highway 321 South near Hickory&#8217;s Mountain View area. The collision occurred at approximately 8:30 a.m. near River Road.&hellip;</p> </p></div><div class="vc_btn3-container vc_btn3-left"><a class="vc_general vc_btn3 vc_btn3-size-md vc_btn3-shape-rounded vc_btn3-style-flat vc_btn3-color-juicy-pink" a href="https://whky.com/two-injured-in-crash-this-morning-on-hwy-321/" class="vc_gitem-link vc_general vc_btn3 vc_general vc_btn3 vc_btn3-size-md vc_btn3-shape-rounded vc_btn3-style-flat vc_btn3-color-juicy-pink" title="Read more">Read more</a></div></div></div></div></div></div><div class="vc_clearfix"></div></div><div class="vc_grid-item vc_clearfix vc_col-sm-3 vc_grid-item-zone-c-bottom"><div class="vc_grid-item-mini vc_clearfix "><div class="vc_gitem-animated-block" ><div class="vc_gitem-zone vc_gitem-zone-a vc-gitem-zone-height-mode-auto vc-gitem-zone-height-mode-auto-1-1 vc_gitem-is-link" style="background-image: url('https://whky.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/07/Harris-Jaheem-Quashawn-072425.jpg') !important;"><a href="https://whky.com/lenoir-man-charged-in-july-14-murder/" title="Lenoir Man Charged in July 14 Murder" class="vc_gitem-link vc-zone-link" ></a><img class="vc_gitem-zone-img" src="https://whky.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/07/Harris-Jaheem-Quashawn-072425.jpg" alt="Lenoir Man Charged in July 14 Murder" loading="lazy"><div class="vc_gitem-zone-mini"></div></div></div><div class="vc_gitem-zone vc_gitem-zone-c vc_custom_1419240516480"><div class="vc_gitem-zone-mini"><div class="vc_gitem_row vc_row vc_gitem-row-position-top"><div class="vc_col-sm-12 vc_gitem-col vc_gitem-col-align-"><div class="vc_custom_heading vc_gitem-post-data vc_gitem-post-data-source-post_title" ><h4 style="text-align: left" >Lenoir Man Charged in July 14 Murder</h4></div><div class="vc_custom_heading vc_gitem-post-data vc_gitem-post-data-source-post_excerpt" ><p style="text-align: left" ><p>19-year-old Jaheem Quashawn Harris of Lynview Street N.E. in Lenoir has been arrested and charged with murder. Lenoir Police assisted Hickory Police Officers with Harris’ apprehension. Harris’ arrest is in&hellip;</p> </p></div><div class="vc_btn3-container vc_btn3-left"><a class="vc_general vc_btn3 vc_btn3-size-md vc_btn3-shape-rounded vc_btn3-style-flat vc_btn3-color-juicy-pink" a href="https://whky.com/lenoir-man-charged-in-july-14-murder/" class="vc_gitem-link vc_general vc_btn3 vc_general vc_btn3 vc_btn3-size-md vc_btn3-shape-rounded vc_btn3-style-flat vc_btn3-color-juicy-pink" title="Read more">Read more</a></div></div></div></div></div></div><div class="vc_clearfix"></div></div><div class="vc_grid-item vc_clearfix vc_col-sm-3 vc_grid-item-zone-c-bottom"><div class="vc_grid-item-mini vc_clearfix "><div class="vc_gitem-animated-block" ><div class="vc_gitem-zone vc_gitem-zone-a vc-gitem-zone-height-mode-auto vc-gitem-zone-height-mode-auto-1-1 vc_gitem-is-link" style="background-image: url('https://whky.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/08/Corner-Table-Van-082823.jpg') !important;"><a href="https://whky.com/corner-table-in-newton-launches-2025-parade-of-cans-to-fight-hunger/" title="Corner Table in Newton Launches 2025 Parade of Cans to Fight Hunger" class="vc_gitem-link vc-zone-link" ></a><img class="vc_gitem-zone-img" src="https://whky.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/08/Corner-Table-Van-082823.jpg" alt="Corner Table in Newton Launches 2025 Parade of Cans to Fight Hunger" loading="lazy"><div class="vc_gitem-zone-mini"></div></div></div><div class="vc_gitem-zone vc_gitem-zone-c vc_custom_1419240516480"><div class="vc_gitem-zone-mini"><div class="vc_gitem_row vc_row vc_gitem-row-position-top"><div class="vc_col-sm-12 vc_gitem-col vc_gitem-col-align-"><div class="vc_custom_heading vc_gitem-post-data vc_gitem-post-data-source-post_title" ><h4 style="text-align: left" >Corner Table in Newton Launches 2025 Parade of Cans to Fight Hunger</h4></div><div class="vc_custom_heading vc_gitem-post-data vc_gitem-post-data-source-post_excerpt" ><p style="text-align: left" ><p>With the back-to-school season approaching, The Corner Table is launching its annual Parade of Cans Food Drive, a month-long community effort aimed at tackling hunger and strengthening its food assistance&hellip;</p> </p></div><div class="vc_btn3-container vc_btn3-left"><a class="vc_general vc_btn3 vc_btn3-size-md vc_btn3-shape-rounded vc_btn3-style-flat vc_btn3-color-juicy-pink" a href="https://whky.com/corner-table-in-newton-launches-2025-parade-of-cans-to-fight-hunger/" class="vc_gitem-link vc_general vc_btn3 vc_general vc_btn3 vc_btn3-size-md vc_btn3-shape-rounded vc_btn3-style-flat vc_btn3-color-juicy-pink" title="Read more">Read more</a></div></div></div></div></div></div><div class="vc_clearfix"></div></div><div class="vc_grid-item vc_clearfix vc_col-sm-3 vc_grid-item-zone-c-bottom"><div class="vc_grid-item-mini vc_clearfix "><div class="vc_gitem-animated-block" ><div class="vc_gitem-zone vc_gitem-zone-a vc-gitem-zone-height-mode-auto vc-gitem-zone-height-mode-auto-1-1 vc_gitem-is-link" style="background-image: url('https://whky.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/08/Alexander-County-Sheriffs-Office-Badge-Star-082222.jpg') !important;"><a href="https://whky.com/breaking-news-shooting-investigation-underway-in-bethlehem/" title="BREAKING NEWS: Shooting Investigation Underway in Bethlehem" class="vc_gitem-link vc-zone-link" ></a><img class="vc_gitem-zone-img" src="https://whky.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/08/Alexander-County-Sheriffs-Office-Badge-Star-082222.jpg" alt="BREAKING NEWS: Shooting Investigation Underway in Bethlehem" loading="lazy"><div class="vc_gitem-zone-mini"></div></div></div><div class="vc_gitem-zone vc_gitem-zone-c vc_custom_1419240516480"><div class="vc_gitem-zone-mini"><div class="vc_gitem_row vc_row vc_gitem-row-position-top"><div class="vc_col-sm-12 vc_gitem-col vc_gitem-col-align-"><div class="vc_custom_heading vc_gitem-post-data vc_gitem-post-data-source-post_title" ><h4 style="text-align: left" >BREAKING NEWS: Shooting Investigation Underway in Bethlehem</h4></div><div class="vc_custom_heading vc_gitem-post-data vc_gitem-post-data-source-post_excerpt" ><p style="text-align: left" ><p>The Alexander County Sheriff’s Office is on the scene of an Officer-involved shooting. According to our news partner WACB, Sheriff Chad Pennell says that Bolick Lane in Bethlehem is closed&hellip;</p> </p></div><div class="vc_btn3-container vc_btn3-left"><a class="vc_general vc_btn3 vc_btn3-size-md vc_btn3-shape-rounded vc_btn3-style-flat vc_btn3-color-juicy-pink" a href="https://whky.com/breaking-news-shooting-investigation-underway-in-bethlehem/" class="vc_gitem-link vc_general vc_btn3 vc_general vc_btn3 vc_btn3-size-md vc_btn3-shape-rounded vc_btn3-style-flat vc_btn3-color-juicy-pink" title="Read more">Read more</a></div></div></div></div></div></div><div class="vc_clearfix"></div></div><div class="vc_grid-item vc_clearfix vc_col-sm-3 vc_grid-item-zone-c-bottom"><div class="vc_grid-item-mini vc_clearfix "><div class="vc_gitem-animated-block" ><div class="vc_gitem-zone vc_gitem-zone-a vc-gitem-zone-height-mode-auto vc-gitem-zone-height-mode-auto-1-1 vc_gitem-is-link" style="background-image: url('https://whky.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/08/LCSO-Patch-082621.jpg') !important;"><a href="https://whky.com/body-found-in-lincoln-county-identified/" title="Body Found In Lincoln County Positively Identified, No Foul Play Involved In Death" class="vc_gitem-link vc-zone-link" ></a><img class="vc_gitem-zone-img" src="https://whky.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/08/LCSO-Patch-082621.jpg" alt="Body Found In Lincoln County Positively Identified, No Foul Play Involved In Death" loading="lazy"><div class="vc_gitem-zone-mini"></div></div></div><div class="vc_gitem-zone vc_gitem-zone-c vc_custom_1419240516480"><div class="vc_gitem-zone-mini"><div class="vc_gitem_row vc_row vc_gitem-row-position-top"><div class="vc_col-sm-12 vc_gitem-col vc_gitem-col-align-"><div class="vc_custom_heading vc_gitem-post-data vc_gitem-post-data-source-post_title" ><h4 style="text-align: left" >Body Found In Lincoln County Positively Identified, No Foul Play Involved In Death</h4></div><div class="vc_custom_heading vc_gitem-post-data vc_gitem-post-data-source-post_excerpt" ><p style="text-align: left" ><p>Following an investigation by the Lincoln County Sheriff’s Office, the deceased individual discovered on July 16, 2025, in a wooded area behind the Food Lion on Stanford Road in Lincolnton&hellip;</p> </p></div><div class="vc_btn3-container vc_btn3-left"><a class="vc_general vc_btn3 vc_btn3-size-md vc_btn3-shape-rounded vc_btn3-style-flat vc_btn3-color-juicy-pink" a href="https://whky.com/body-found-in-lincoln-county-identified/" class="vc_gitem-link vc_general vc_btn3 vc_general vc_btn3 vc_btn3-size-md vc_btn3-shape-rounded vc_btn3-style-flat vc_btn3-color-juicy-pink" title="Read more">Read more</a></div></div></div></div></div></div><div class="vc_clearfix"></div></div><div class="vc_grid-item vc_clearfix vc_col-sm-3 vc_grid-item-zone-c-bottom"><div class="vc_grid-item-mini vc_clearfix "><div class="vc_gitem-animated-block" ><div class="vc_gitem-zone vc_gitem-zone-a vc-gitem-zone-height-mode-auto vc-gitem-zone-height-mode-auto-1-1 vc_gitem-is-link" style="background-image: url('https://whky.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/07/Taylor-Kirsten-Rhea-072425.jpg') !important;"><a href="https://whky.com/woman-charged-with-animal-cruelty/" title="Woman Charged With Animal Cruelty" class="vc_gitem-link vc-zone-link" ></a><img class="vc_gitem-zone-img" src="https://whky.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/07/Taylor-Kirsten-Rhea-072425.jpg" alt="Woman Charged With Animal Cruelty" loading="lazy"><div class="vc_gitem-zone-mini"></div></div></div><div class="vc_gitem-zone vc_gitem-zone-c vc_custom_1419240516480"><div class="vc_gitem-zone-mini"><div class="vc_gitem_row vc_row vc_gitem-row-position-top"><div class="vc_col-sm-12 vc_gitem-col vc_gitem-col-align-"><div class="vc_custom_heading vc_gitem-post-data vc_gitem-post-data-source-post_title" ><h4 style="text-align: left" >Woman Charged With Animal Cruelty</h4></div><div class="vc_custom_heading vc_gitem-post-data vc_gitem-post-data-source-post_excerpt" ><p style="text-align: left" ><p>A woman faces charges in a case involving the abuse of animals. 28-year-old Kirsten Rhea Taylor of Mooresville was arrested by Iredell County Sheriff’s Officers. She&#8217;s charged with four felony&hellip;</p> </p></div><div class="vc_btn3-container vc_btn3-left"><a class="vc_general vc_btn3 vc_btn3-size-md vc_btn3-shape-rounded vc_btn3-style-flat vc_btn3-color-juicy-pink" a href="https://whky.com/woman-charged-with-animal-cruelty/" class="vc_gitem-link vc_general vc_btn3 vc_general vc_btn3 vc_btn3-size-md vc_btn3-shape-rounded vc_btn3-style-flat vc_btn3-color-juicy-pink" title="Read more">Read more</a></div></div></div></div></div></div><div class="vc_clearfix"></div></div><div class="vc_grid-item vc_clearfix vc_col-sm-3 vc_grid-item-zone-c-bottom"><div class="vc_grid-item-mini vc_clearfix "><div class="vc_gitem-animated-block" ><div class="vc_gitem-zone vc_gitem-zone-a vc-gitem-zone-height-mode-auto vc-gitem-zone-height-mode-auto-1-1 vc_gitem-is-link" style="background-image: url('https://whky.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/05/CVCC-Logo-051722.jpg') !important;"><a href="https://whky.com/new-course-materials-model-to-be-launched-by-cvcc/" title="New Course Materials Model To Be Launched By CVCC" class="vc_gitem-link vc-zone-link" ></a><img class="vc_gitem-zone-img" src="https://whky.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/05/CVCC-Logo-051722.jpg" alt="New Course Materials Model To Be Launched By CVCC" loading="lazy"><div class="vc_gitem-zone-mini"></div></div></div><div class="vc_gitem-zone vc_gitem-zone-c vc_custom_1419240516480"><div class="vc_gitem-zone-mini"><div class="vc_gitem_row vc_row vc_gitem-row-position-top"><div class="vc_col-sm-12 vc_gitem-col vc_gitem-col-align-"><div class="vc_custom_heading vc_gitem-post-data vc_gitem-post-data-source-post_title" ><h4 style="text-align: left" >New Course Materials Model To Be Launched By CVCC</h4></div><div class="vc_custom_heading vc_gitem-post-data vc_gitem-post-data-source-post_excerpt" ><p style="text-align: left" ><p>According to a news release issued by Catawba Valley Community College (CVCC), beginning this fall, the college will launch Red Hawk Ready, a new course materials model designed to increase&hellip;</p> </p></div><div class="vc_btn3-container vc_btn3-left"><a class="vc_general vc_btn3 vc_btn3-size-md vc_btn3-shape-rounded vc_btn3-style-flat vc_btn3-color-juicy-pink" a href="https://whky.com/new-course-materials-model-to-be-launched-by-cvcc/" class="vc_gitem-link vc_general vc_btn3 vc_general vc_btn3 vc_btn3-size-md vc_btn3-shape-rounded vc_btn3-style-flat vc_btn3-color-juicy-pink" title="Read more">Read more</a></div></div></div></div></div></div><div class="vc_clearfix"></div></div><div class="vc_grid-item vc_clearfix vc_col-sm-3 vc_grid-item-zone-c-bottom"><div class="vc_grid-item-mini vc_clearfix "><div class="vc_gitem-animated-block" ><div class="vc_gitem-zone vc_gitem-zone-a vc-gitem-zone-height-mode-auto vc-gitem-zone-height-mode-auto-1-1 vc_gitem-is-link" style="background-image: url('https://whky.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/05/Governors-Office-Seal-051225.jpg') !important;"><a href="https://whky.com/drinking-water-wastewater-funding-announced-local-municipality-among-the-recipients/" title="Drinking Water &#038; Wastewater Funding Announced, Local Municipality Among The Recipients" class="vc_gitem-link vc-zone-link" ></a><img class="vc_gitem-zone-img" src="https://whky.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/05/Governors-Office-Seal-051225.jpg" alt="Drinking Water & Wastewater Funding Announced, Local Municipality Among The Recipients" loading="lazy"><div class="vc_gitem-zone-mini"></div></div></div><div class="vc_gitem-zone vc_gitem-zone-c vc_custom_1419240516480"><div class="vc_gitem-zone-mini"><div class="vc_gitem_row vc_row vc_gitem-row-position-top"><div class="vc_col-sm-12 vc_gitem-col vc_gitem-col-align-"><div class="vc_custom_heading vc_gitem-post-data vc_gitem-post-data-source-post_title" ><h4 style="text-align: left" >Drinking Water &#038; Wastewater Funding Announced, Local Municipality Among The Recipients</h4></div><div class="vc_custom_heading vc_gitem-post-data vc_gitem-post-data-source-post_excerpt" ><p style="text-align: left" ><p>Governor Josh Stein announced Wednesday (July 23) that 27 counties across the state will receive more than $204 million in funding for 48 drinking water and wastewater infrastructure projects. The&hellip;</p> </p></div><div class="vc_btn3-container vc_btn3-left"><a class="vc_general vc_btn3 vc_btn3-size-md vc_btn3-shape-rounded vc_btn3-style-flat vc_btn3-color-juicy-pink" a href="https://whky.com/drinking-water-wastewater-funding-announced-local-municipality-among-the-recipients/" class="vc_gitem-link vc_general vc_btn3 vc_general vc_btn3 vc_btn3-size-md vc_btn3-shape-rounded vc_btn3-style-flat vc_btn3-color-juicy-pink" title="Read more">Read more</a></div></div></div></div></div></div><div class="vc_clearfix"></div></div><div class="vc_grid-item vc_clearfix vc_col-sm-3 vc_grid-item-zone-c-bottom"><div class="vc_grid-item-mini vc_clearfix "><div class="vc_gitem-animated-block" ><div class="vc_gitem-zone vc_gitem-zone-a vc-gitem-zone-height-mode-auto vc-gitem-zone-height-mode-auto-1-1 vc_gitem-is-link" style="background-image: url('https://whky.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/07/IMG_1057.jpeg') !important;"><a href="https://whky.com/arrest-made-in-murder-case/" title="Arrest Made In Murder Case" class="vc_gitem-link vc-zone-link" ></a><img class="vc_gitem-zone-img" src="https://whky.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/07/IMG_1057.jpeg" alt="Arrest Made In Murder Case" loading="lazy"><div class="vc_gitem-zone-mini"></div></div></div><div class="vc_gitem-zone vc_gitem-zone-c vc_custom_1419240516480"><div class="vc_gitem-zone-mini"><div class="vc_gitem_row vc_row vc_gitem-row-position-top"><div class="vc_col-sm-12 vc_gitem-col vc_gitem-col-align-"><div class="vc_custom_heading vc_gitem-post-data vc_gitem-post-data-source-post_title" ><h4 style="text-align: left" >Arrest Made In Murder Case</h4></div><div class="vc_custom_heading vc_gitem-post-data vc_gitem-post-data-source-post_excerpt" ><p style="text-align: left" ><p>33-year-old Darryl Davekio Jordan (pictured, above) was arrested Tuesday (June 22) by Statesville Police in collaboration with the U.S. Marshals Carolinas Regional Fugitive Task Force. He’s charged with murder. Jordan&hellip;</p> </p></div><div class="vc_btn3-container vc_btn3-left"><a class="vc_general vc_btn3 vc_btn3-size-md vc_btn3-shape-rounded vc_btn3-style-flat vc_btn3-color-juicy-pink" a href="https://whky.com/arrest-made-in-murder-case/" class="vc_gitem-link vc_general vc_btn3 vc_general vc_btn3 vc_btn3-size-md vc_btn3-shape-rounded vc_btn3-style-flat vc_btn3-color-juicy-pink" title="Read more">Read more</a></div></div></div></div></div></div><div class="vc_clearfix"></div></div><div class="vc_grid-item vc_clearfix vc_col-sm-3 vc_grid-item-zone-c-bottom"><div class="vc_grid-item-mini vc_clearfix "><div class="vc_gitem-animated-block" ><div class="vc_gitem-zone vc_gitem-zone-a vc-gitem-zone-height-mode-auto vc-gitem-zone-height-mode-auto-1-1 vc_gitem-is-link" style="background-image: url('https://whky.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/07/Back-to-School-Bash-graphic-072325.jpg') !important;"><a href="https://whky.com/back-to-school-bash-in-hickory-set-for-aug-23/" title="Back to School Bash in Hickory Set for Aug. 23" class="vc_gitem-link vc-zone-link" ></a><img class="vc_gitem-zone-img" src="https://whky.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/07/Back-to-School-Bash-graphic-072325.jpg" alt="Back to School Bash in Hickory Set for Aug. 23" loading="lazy"><div class="vc_gitem-zone-mini"></div></div></div><div class="vc_gitem-zone vc_gitem-zone-c vc_custom_1419240516480"><div class="vc_gitem-zone-mini"><div class="vc_gitem_row vc_row vc_gitem-row-position-top"><div class="vc_col-sm-12 vc_gitem-col vc_gitem-col-align-"><div class="vc_custom_heading vc_gitem-post-data vc_gitem-post-data-source-post_title" ><h4 style="text-align: left" >Back to School Bash in Hickory Set for Aug. 23</h4></div><div class="vc_custom_heading vc_gitem-post-data vc_gitem-post-data-source-post_excerpt" ><p style="text-align: left" ><p>The Hickory Parks, Recreation &amp; Sports Tourism Department will host a &#8220;Back to School Bash&#8221; on Saturday, August 23, at Taft Broome Park, 115 7th Avenue S.W. in Hickory. The&hellip;</p> </p></div><div class="vc_btn3-container vc_btn3-left"><a class="vc_general vc_btn3 vc_btn3-size-md vc_btn3-shape-rounded vc_btn3-style-flat vc_btn3-color-juicy-pink" a href="https://whky.com/back-to-school-bash-in-hickory-set-for-aug-23/" class="vc_gitem-link vc_general vc_btn3 vc_general vc_btn3 vc_btn3-size-md vc_btn3-shape-rounded vc_btn3-style-flat vc_btn3-color-juicy-pink" title="Read more">Read more</a></div></div></div></div></div></div><div class="vc_clearfix"></div></div><div class="vc_grid-item vc_clearfix vc_col-sm-3 vc_grid-item-zone-c-bottom"><div class="vc_grid-item-mini vc_clearfix "><div class="vc_gitem-animated-block" ><div class="vc_gitem-zone vc_gitem-zone-a vc-gitem-zone-height-mode-auto vc-gitem-zone-height-mode-auto-1-1 vc_gitem-is-link" style="background-image: url('https://whky.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/07/Caldwell-Co.Sheriffs-patch-070725.jpg') !important;"><a href="https://whky.com/man-found-deceased-in-caldwell-county/" title="Man Found Deceased in Caldwell County" class="vc_gitem-link vc-zone-link" ></a><img class="vc_gitem-zone-img" src="https://whky.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/07/Caldwell-Co.Sheriffs-patch-070725.jpg" alt="Man Found Deceased in Caldwell County" loading="lazy"><div class="vc_gitem-zone-mini"></div></div></div><div class="vc_gitem-zone vc_gitem-zone-c vc_custom_1419240516480"><div class="vc_gitem-zone-mini"><div class="vc_gitem_row vc_row vc_gitem-row-position-top"><div class="vc_col-sm-12 vc_gitem-col vc_gitem-col-align-"><div class="vc_custom_heading vc_gitem-post-data vc_gitem-post-data-source-post_title" ><h4 style="text-align: left" >Man Found Deceased in Caldwell County</h4></div><div class="vc_custom_heading vc_gitem-post-data vc_gitem-post-data-source-post_excerpt" ><p style="text-align: left" ><p>The Caldwell County Sheriff&#8217;s Office is conducting a death investigation after Deputies responded to the 2200 block of Playmore Beach Road in the Collettsville community. A person surveying hurricane damage&hellip;</p> </p></div><div class="vc_btn3-container vc_btn3-left"><a class="vc_general vc_btn3 vc_btn3-size-md vc_btn3-shape-rounded vc_btn3-style-flat vc_btn3-color-juicy-pink" a href="https://whky.com/man-found-deceased-in-caldwell-county/" class="vc_gitem-link vc_general vc_btn3 vc_general vc_btn3 vc_btn3-size-md vc_btn3-shape-rounded vc_btn3-style-flat vc_btn3-color-juicy-pink" title="Read more">Read more</a></div></div></div></div></div></div><div class="vc_clearfix"></div></div><div class="vc_grid-item vc_clearfix vc_col-sm-3 vc_grid-item-zone-c-bottom"><div class="vc_grid-item-mini vc_clearfix "><div class="vc_gitem-animated-block" ><div class="vc_gitem-zone vc_gitem-zone-a vc-gitem-zone-height-mode-auto vc-gitem-zone-height-mode-auto-1-1 vc_gitem-is-link" style="background-image: url('https://whky.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/02/Catawba-County-New-Logo-031919.jpg') !important;"><a href="https://whky.com/catawba-county-commissioners-meet-action-taken-related-to-subdivision/" title="Catawba County Commissioners Meet, Action Taken Related To Subdivision" class="vc_gitem-link vc-zone-link" ></a><img class="vc_gitem-zone-img" src="https://whky.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/02/Catawba-County-New-Logo-031919.jpg" alt="Catawba County Commissioners Meet, Action Taken Related To Subdivision" loading="lazy"><div class="vc_gitem-zone-mini"></div></div></div><div class="vc_gitem-zone vc_gitem-zone-c vc_custom_1419240516480"><div class="vc_gitem-zone-mini"><div class="vc_gitem_row vc_row vc_gitem-row-position-top"><div class="vc_col-sm-12 vc_gitem-col vc_gitem-col-align-"><div class="vc_custom_heading vc_gitem-post-data vc_gitem-post-data-source-post_title" ><h4 style="text-align: left" >Catawba County Commissioners Meet, Action Taken Related To Subdivision</h4></div><div class="vc_custom_heading vc_gitem-post-data vc_gitem-post-data-source-post_excerpt" ><p style="text-align: left" ><p>The Catawba County Board of Commissioners met in regular session earlier this week. A public hearing was held to consider adopting a resolution confirming the Final Assessment Roll for Bay&hellip;</p> </p></div><div class="vc_btn3-container vc_btn3-left"><a class="vc_general vc_btn3 vc_btn3-size-md vc_btn3-shape-rounded vc_btn3-style-flat vc_btn3-color-juicy-pink" a href="https://whky.com/catawba-county-commissioners-meet-action-taken-related-to-subdivision/" class="vc_gitem-link vc_general vc_btn3 vc_general vc_btn3 vc_btn3-size-md vc_btn3-shape-rounded vc_btn3-style-flat vc_btn3-color-juicy-pink" title="Read more">Read more</a></div></div></div></div></div></div><div class="vc_clearfix"></div></div><div class="vc_grid-item vc_clearfix vc_col-sm-3 vc_grid-item-zone-c-bottom"><div class="vc_grid-item-mini vc_clearfix "><div class="vc_gitem-animated-block" ><div class="vc_gitem-zone vc_gitem-zone-a vc-gitem-zone-height-mode-auto vc-gitem-zone-height-mode-auto-1-1 vc_gitem-is-link" style="background-image: url('https://whky.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/07/Unshame-NC-Logo-072325.jpg') !important;"><a href="https://whky.com/opioid-addiction-awareness-program-launched-by-n-c-first-lady-dept-of-health-human-services/" title="Opioid Addiction Awareness Program Launched By N.C. First Lady &#038; Dept. Of Health &#038; Human Services" class="vc_gitem-link vc-zone-link" ></a><img class="vc_gitem-zone-img" src="https://whky.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/07/Unshame-NC-Logo-072325.jpg" alt="Opioid Addiction Awareness Program Launched By N.C. First Lady & Dept. Of Health & Human Services" loading="lazy"><div class="vc_gitem-zone-mini"></div></div></div><div class="vc_gitem-zone vc_gitem-zone-c vc_custom_1419240516480"><div class="vc_gitem-zone-mini"><div class="vc_gitem_row vc_row vc_gitem-row-position-top"><div class="vc_col-sm-12 vc_gitem-col vc_gitem-col-align-"><div class="vc_custom_heading vc_gitem-post-data vc_gitem-post-data-source-post_title" ><h4 style="text-align: left" >Opioid Addiction Awareness Program Launched By N.C. First Lady &#038; Dept. Of Health &#038; Human Services</h4></div><div class="vc_custom_heading vc_gitem-post-data vc_gitem-post-data-source-post_excerpt" ><p style="text-align: left" ><p>The North Carolina Department of Health and Human Services (NCDHHS) and First Lady Anna Stein, in collaboration with Shatterproof, recently announced the launch of the Unshame North Carolina (Unshame NC)&hellip;</p> </p></div><div class="vc_btn3-container vc_btn3-left"><a class="vc_general vc_btn3 vc_btn3-size-md vc_btn3-shape-rounded vc_btn3-style-flat vc_btn3-color-juicy-pink" a href="https://whky.com/opioid-addiction-awareness-program-launched-by-n-c-first-lady-dept-of-health-human-services/" class="vc_gitem-link vc_general vc_btn3 vc_general vc_btn3 vc_btn3-size-md vc_btn3-shape-rounded vc_btn3-style-flat vc_btn3-color-juicy-pink" title="Read more">Read more</a></div></div></div></div></div></div><div class="vc_clearfix"></div></div><div class="vc_grid-item vc_clearfix vc_col-sm-3 vc_grid-item-zone-c-bottom"><div class="vc_grid-item-mini vc_clearfix "><div class="vc_gitem-animated-block" ><div class="vc_gitem-zone vc_gitem-zone-a vc-gitem-zone-height-mode-auto vc-gitem-zone-height-mode-auto-1-1 vc_gitem-is-link" style="background-image: url('https://whky.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/08/NCDOT-Logo-081822.jpg') !important;"><a href="https://whky.com/portion-of-road-in-watauga-county-to-close-for-construction/" title="Portion Of Road In Watauga County To Close For Construction" class="vc_gitem-link vc-zone-link" ></a><img class="vc_gitem-zone-img" src="https://whky.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/08/NCDOT-Logo-081822.jpg" alt="Portion Of Road In Watauga County To Close For Construction" loading="lazy"><div class="vc_gitem-zone-mini"></div></div></div><div class="vc_gitem-zone vc_gitem-zone-c vc_custom_1419240516480"><div class="vc_gitem-zone-mini"><div class="vc_gitem_row vc_row vc_gitem-row-position-top"><div class="vc_col-sm-12 vc_gitem-col vc_gitem-col-align-"><div class="vc_custom_heading vc_gitem-post-data vc_gitem-post-data-source-post_title" ><h4 style="text-align: left" >Portion Of Road In Watauga County To Close For Construction</h4></div><div class="vc_custom_heading vc_gitem-post-data vc_gitem-post-data-source-post_excerpt" ><p style="text-align: left" ><p>Part of a Watauga County road will close for one week while N.C. Department of Transportation crews replace a culvert. Browns Chapel Road will close just north of its intersection&hellip;</p> </p></div><div class="vc_btn3-container vc_btn3-left"><a class="vc_general vc_btn3 vc_btn3-size-md vc_btn3-shape-rounded vc_btn3-style-flat vc_btn3-color-juicy-pink" a href="https://whky.com/portion-of-road-in-watauga-county-to-close-for-construction/" class="vc_gitem-link vc_general vc_btn3 vc_general vc_btn3 vc_btn3-size-md vc_btn3-shape-rounded vc_btn3-style-flat vc_btn3-color-juicy-pink" title="Read more">Read more</a></div></div></div></div></div></div><div class="vc_clearfix"></div></div><div class="vc_grid-item vc_clearfix vc_col-sm-3 vc_grid-item-zone-c-bottom"><div class="vc_grid-item-mini vc_clearfix "><div class="vc_gitem-animated-block" ><div class="vc_gitem-zone vc_gitem-zone-a vc-gitem-zone-height-mode-auto vc-gitem-zone-height-mode-auto-1-1 vc_gitem-is-link" style="background-image: url('https://whky.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/01/North-Carolina-State-Board-Of-Elections-Pic-012324.jpg') !important;"><a href="https://whky.com/n-c-board-of-elections-collecting-id-numbers-for-voters-not-on-rolls/" title="N.C. Board Of Elections Collecting ID Numbers For Voters Not On Rolls" class="vc_gitem-link vc-zone-link" ></a><img class="vc_gitem-zone-img" src="https://whky.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/01/North-Carolina-State-Board-Of-Elections-Pic-012324.jpg" alt="N.C. Board Of Elections Collecting ID Numbers For Voters Not On Rolls" loading="lazy"><div class="vc_gitem-zone-mini"></div></div></div><div class="vc_gitem-zone vc_gitem-zone-c vc_custom_1419240516480"><div class="vc_gitem-zone-mini"><div class="vc_gitem_row vc_row vc_gitem-row-position-top"><div class="vc_col-sm-12 vc_gitem-col vc_gitem-col-align-"><div class="vc_custom_heading vc_gitem-post-data vc_gitem-post-data-source-post_title" ><h4 style="text-align: left" >N.C. Board Of Elections Collecting ID Numbers For Voters Not On Rolls</h4></div><div class="vc_custom_heading vc_gitem-post-data vc_gitem-post-data-source-post_excerpt" ><p style="text-align: left" ><p>The North Carolina State Board of Elections has formally launched its comprehensive effort to collect identification numbers — driver’s license numbers (DL#) or the last four digits of social security&hellip;</p> </p></div><div class="vc_btn3-container vc_btn3-left"><a class="vc_general vc_btn3 vc_btn3-size-md vc_btn3-shape-rounded vc_btn3-style-flat vc_btn3-color-juicy-pink" a href="https://whky.com/n-c-board-of-elections-collecting-id-numbers-for-voters-not-on-rolls/" class="vc_gitem-link vc_general vc_btn3 vc_general vc_btn3 vc_btn3-size-md vc_btn3-shape-rounded vc_btn3-style-flat vc_btn3-color-juicy-pink" title="Read more">Read more</a></div></div></div></div></div></div><div class="vc_clearfix"></div></div><div class="vc_grid-item vc_clearfix vc_col-sm-3 vc_grid-item-zone-c-bottom"><div class="vc_grid-item-mini vc_clearfix "><div class="vc_gitem-animated-block" ><div class="vc_gitem-zone vc_gitem-zone-a vc-gitem-zone-height-mode-auto vc-gitem-zone-height-mode-auto-1-1 vc_gitem-is-link" style="background-image: url('https://whky.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/07/IMG_1041.jpeg') !important;"><a href="https://whky.com/man-receives-prison-sentence-in-connection-to-overdose-deaths/" title="Man Receives Prison Sentence In Connection To Overdose Deaths" class="vc_gitem-link vc-zone-link" ></a><img class="vc_gitem-zone-img" src="https://whky.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/07/IMG_1041.jpeg" alt="Man Receives Prison Sentence In Connection To Overdose Deaths" loading="lazy"><div class="vc_gitem-zone-mini"></div></div></div><div class="vc_gitem-zone vc_gitem-zone-c vc_custom_1419240516480"><div class="vc_gitem-zone-mini"><div class="vc_gitem_row vc_row vc_gitem-row-position-top"><div class="vc_col-sm-12 vc_gitem-col vc_gitem-col-align-"><div class="vc_custom_heading vc_gitem-post-data vc_gitem-post-data-source-post_title" ><h4 style="text-align: left" >Man Receives Prison Sentence In Connection To Overdose Deaths</h4></div><div class="vc_custom_heading vc_gitem-post-data vc_gitem-post-data-source-post_excerpt" ><p style="text-align: left" ><p>A Statesville man received a maximum prison sentence of more than ten years in a case involving multiple overdose deaths. Details were released by the Statesville Police Department Tuesday (July&hellip;</p> </p></div><div class="vc_btn3-container vc_btn3-left"><a class="vc_general vc_btn3 vc_btn3-size-md vc_btn3-shape-rounded vc_btn3-style-flat vc_btn3-color-juicy-pink" a href="https://whky.com/man-receives-prison-sentence-in-connection-to-overdose-deaths/" class="vc_gitem-link vc_general vc_btn3 vc_general vc_btn3 vc_btn3-size-md vc_btn3-shape-rounded vc_btn3-style-flat vc_btn3-color-juicy-pink" title="Read more">Read more</a></div></div></div></div></div></div><div class="vc_clearfix"></div></div><div class="vc_grid-item vc_clearfix vc_col-sm-3 vc_grid-item-zone-c-bottom"><div class="vc_grid-item-mini vc_clearfix "><div class="vc_gitem-animated-block" ><div class="vc_gitem-zone vc_gitem-zone-a vc-gitem-zone-height-mode-auto vc-gitem-zone-height-mode-auto-1-1 vc_gitem-is-link" style="background-image: url('https://whky.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/05/NC-Governors-Highway-Safety-Program-052523.jpg') !important;"><a href="https://whky.com/speeding-enforcement-initiative-underway-in-n-c/" title="Speeding Enforcement Initiative Underway In N.C." class="vc_gitem-link vc-zone-link" ></a><img class="vc_gitem-zone-img" src="https://whky.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/05/NC-Governors-Highway-Safety-Program-052523.jpg" alt="Speeding Enforcement Initiative Underway In N.C." loading="lazy"><div class="vc_gitem-zone-mini"></div></div></div><div class="vc_gitem-zone vc_gitem-zone-c vc_custom_1419240516480"><div class="vc_gitem-zone-mini"><div class="vc_gitem_row vc_row vc_gitem-row-position-top"><div class="vc_col-sm-12 vc_gitem-col vc_gitem-col-align-"><div class="vc_custom_heading vc_gitem-post-data vc_gitem-post-data-source-post_title" ><h4 style="text-align: left" >Speeding Enforcement Initiative Underway In N.C.</h4></div><div class="vc_custom_heading vc_gitem-post-data vc_gitem-post-data-source-post_excerpt" ><p style="text-align: left" ><p>The North Carolina Governor’s Highway Safety Program and law enforcement agencies statewide are launching a week long initiative called “Speeding Catches Up With You” to crack down on speeding. Today&hellip;</p> </p></div><div class="vc_btn3-container vc_btn3-left"><a class="vc_general vc_btn3 vc_btn3-size-md vc_btn3-shape-rounded vc_btn3-style-flat vc_btn3-color-juicy-pink" a href="https://whky.com/speeding-enforcement-initiative-underway-in-n-c/" class="vc_gitem-link vc_general vc_btn3 vc_general vc_btn3 vc_btn3-size-md vc_btn3-shape-rounded vc_btn3-style-flat vc_btn3-color-juicy-pink" title="Read more">Read more</a></div></div></div></div></div></div><div class="vc_clearfix"></div></div><div class="vc_grid-item vc_clearfix vc_col-sm-3 vc_grid-item-zone-c-bottom"><div class="vc_grid-item-mini vc_clearfix "><div class="vc_gitem-animated-block" ><div class="vc_gitem-zone vc_gitem-zone-a vc-gitem-zone-height-mode-auto vc-gitem-zone-height-mode-auto-1-1 vc_gitem-is-link" style="background-image: url('https://whky.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/07/NCDHHS-Logo-071624.jpg') !important;"><a href="https://whky.com/ncdhhs-announces-plan-to-address-black-youth-suicide-rates/" title="NCDHHS Announces Plan To Address Black Youth Suicide Rates" class="vc_gitem-link vc-zone-link" ></a><img class="vc_gitem-zone-img" src="https://whky.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/07/NCDHHS-Logo-071624.jpg" alt="NCDHHS Announces Plan To Address Black Youth Suicide Rates" loading="lazy"><div class="vc_gitem-zone-mini"></div></div></div><div class="vc_gitem-zone vc_gitem-zone-c vc_custom_1419240516480"><div class="vc_gitem-zone-mini"><div class="vc_gitem_row vc_row vc_gitem-row-position-top"><div class="vc_col-sm-12 vc_gitem-col vc_gitem-col-align-"><div class="vc_custom_heading vc_gitem-post-data vc_gitem-post-data-source-post_title" ><h4 style="text-align: left" >NCDHHS Announces Plan To Address Black Youth Suicide Rates</h4></div><div class="vc_custom_heading vc_gitem-post-data vc_gitem-post-data-source-post_excerpt" ><p style="text-align: left" ><p>In response to a sharp increase in suicide rates among young Black youth, the North Carolina Department of Health and Human Services announces the NC Black Youth Suicide Prevention Action&hellip;</p> </p></div><div class="vc_btn3-container vc_btn3-left"><a class="vc_general vc_btn3 vc_btn3-size-md vc_btn3-shape-rounded vc_btn3-style-flat vc_btn3-color-juicy-pink" a href="https://whky.com/ncdhhs-announces-plan-to-address-black-youth-suicide-rates/" class="vc_gitem-link vc_general vc_btn3 vc_general vc_btn3 vc_btn3-size-md vc_btn3-shape-rounded vc_btn3-style-flat vc_btn3-color-juicy-pink" title="Read more">Read more</a></div></div></div></div></div></div><div class="vc_clearfix"></div></div><div class="vc_grid-item vc_clearfix vc_col-sm-3 vc_grid-item-zone-c-bottom"><div class="vc_grid-item-mini vc_clearfix "><div class="vc_gitem-animated-block" ><div class="vc_gitem-zone vc_gitem-zone-a vc-gitem-zone-height-mode-auto vc-gitem-zone-height-mode-auto-1-1 vc_gitem-is-link" style="background-image: url('https://whky.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/03/NCDOT-Logo-031423.jpg') !important;"><a href="https://whky.com/awards-presented-to-ncdot-employees-from-area-district/" title="Awards Presented To NCDOT Employees From Area District" class="vc_gitem-link vc-zone-link" ></a><img class="vc_gitem-zone-img" src="https://whky.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/03/NCDOT-Logo-031423.jpg" alt="Awards Presented To NCDOT Employees From Area District" loading="lazy"><div class="vc_gitem-zone-mini"></div></div></div><div class="vc_gitem-zone vc_gitem-zone-c vc_custom_1419240516480"><div class="vc_gitem-zone-mini"><div class="vc_gitem_row vc_row vc_gitem-row-position-top"><div class="vc_col-sm-12 vc_gitem-col vc_gitem-col-align-"><div class="vc_custom_heading vc_gitem-post-data vc_gitem-post-data-source-post_title" ><h4 style="text-align: left" >Awards Presented To NCDOT Employees From Area District</h4></div><div class="vc_custom_heading vc_gitem-post-data vc_gitem-post-data-source-post_excerpt" ><p style="text-align: left" ><p>Workers from the N.C. Department of Transportation’s Division 11 have have won two awards from a statewide safety conference and competition. Employees from the division – which encompasses Alleghany, Ashe,&hellip;</p> </p></div><div class="vc_btn3-container vc_btn3-left"><a class="vc_general vc_btn3 vc_btn3-size-md vc_btn3-shape-rounded vc_btn3-style-flat vc_btn3-color-juicy-pink" a href="https://whky.com/awards-presented-to-ncdot-employees-from-area-district/" class="vc_gitem-link vc_general vc_btn3 vc_general vc_btn3 vc_btn3-size-md vc_btn3-shape-rounded vc_btn3-style-flat vc_btn3-color-juicy-pink" title="Read more">Read more</a></div></div></div></div></div></div><div class="vc_clearfix"></div></div><div class="vc_grid-item vc_clearfix vc_col-sm-3 vc_grid-item-zone-c-bottom"><div class="vc_grid-item-mini vc_clearfix "><div class="vc_gitem-animated-block" ><div class="vc_gitem-zone vc_gitem-zone-a vc-gitem-zone-height-mode-auto vc-gitem-zone-height-mode-auto-1-1 vc_gitem-is-link" style="background-image: url('https://whky.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/07/IMG_1021.jpeg') !important;"><a href="https://whky.com/police-lieutenant-charged-with-murder-in-connection-to-officer-involved-shooting/" title="Police Lieutenant Charged With Murder In Connection To Officer-Involved Shooting" class="vc_gitem-link vc-zone-link" ></a><img class="vc_gitem-zone-img" src="https://whky.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/07/IMG_1021.jpeg" alt="Police Lieutenant Charged With Murder In Connection To Officer-Involved Shooting" loading="lazy"><div class="vc_gitem-zone-mini"></div></div></div><div class="vc_gitem-zone vc_gitem-zone-c vc_custom_1419240516480"><div class="vc_gitem-zone-mini"><div class="vc_gitem_row vc_row vc_gitem-row-position-top"><div class="vc_col-sm-12 vc_gitem-col vc_gitem-col-align-"><div class="vc_custom_heading vc_gitem-post-data vc_gitem-post-data-source-post_title" ><h4 style="text-align: left" >Police Lieutenant Charged With Murder In Connection To Officer-Involved Shooting</h4></div><div class="vc_custom_heading vc_gitem-post-data vc_gitem-post-data-source-post_excerpt" ><p style="text-align: left" ><p>28-year-old Carlos Alverto Uribe of Spencer Road NE in Conover was arrested Monday (July 21) by the North Carolina State Bureau of Investigation (SBI). He’s charged with second-degree murder. The&hellip;</p> </p></div><div class="vc_btn3-container vc_btn3-left"><a class="vc_general vc_btn3 vc_btn3-size-md vc_btn3-shape-rounded vc_btn3-style-flat vc_btn3-color-juicy-pink" a href="https://whky.com/police-lieutenant-charged-with-murder-in-connection-to-officer-involved-shooting/" class="vc_gitem-link vc_general vc_btn3 vc_general vc_btn3 vc_btn3-size-md vc_btn3-shape-rounded vc_btn3-style-flat vc_btn3-color-juicy-pink" title="Read more">Read more</a></div></div></div></div></div></div><div class="vc_clearfix"></div></div><div class="vc_grid-item vc_clearfix vc_col-sm-3 vc_grid-item-zone-c-bottom"><div class="vc_grid-item-mini vc_clearfix "><div class="vc_gitem-animated-block" ><div class="vc_gitem-zone vc_gitem-zone-a vc-gitem-zone-height-mode-auto vc-gitem-zone-height-mode-auto-1-1 vc_gitem-is-link" style="background-image: url('https://whky.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/07/Farmer-Ruben-Hill-071525.jpg') !important;"><a href="https://whky.com/missing-lincoln-county-man-found-safe/" title="Missing Lincoln County Man Found, Safe" class="vc_gitem-link vc-zone-link" ></a><img class="vc_gitem-zone-img" src="https://whky.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/07/Farmer-Ruben-Hill-071525.jpg" alt="Missing Lincoln County Man Found, Safe" loading="lazy"><div class="vc_gitem-zone-mini"></div></div></div><div class="vc_gitem-zone vc_gitem-zone-c vc_custom_1419240516480"><div class="vc_gitem-zone-mini"><div class="vc_gitem_row vc_row vc_gitem-row-position-top"><div class="vc_col-sm-12 vc_gitem-col vc_gitem-col-align-"><div class="vc_custom_heading vc_gitem-post-data vc_gitem-post-data-source-post_title" ><h4 style="text-align: left" >Missing Lincoln County Man Found, Safe</h4></div><div class="vc_custom_heading vc_gitem-post-data vc_gitem-post-data-source-post_excerpt" ><p style="text-align: left" ><p>Lincoln County Sheriff’s Detectives say a man reported missing on July 14 has been found. Gastonia Police located Rueben Hill Farmer and verified that he is safe. Mr. Farmer’s sister&hellip;</p> </p></div><div class="vc_btn3-container vc_btn3-left"><a class="vc_general vc_btn3 vc_btn3-size-md vc_btn3-shape-rounded vc_btn3-style-flat vc_btn3-color-juicy-pink" a href="https://whky.com/missing-lincoln-county-man-found-safe/" class="vc_gitem-link vc_general vc_btn3 vc_general vc_btn3 vc_btn3-size-md vc_btn3-shape-rounded vc_btn3-style-flat vc_btn3-color-juicy-pink" title="Read more">Read more</a></div></div></div></div></div></div><div class="vc_clearfix"></div></div><div class="vc_grid-item vc_clearfix vc_col-sm-3 vc_grid-item-zone-c-bottom"><div class="vc_grid-item-mini vc_clearfix "><div class="vc_gitem-animated-block" ><div class="vc_gitem-zone vc_gitem-zone-a vc-gitem-zone-height-mode-auto vc-gitem-zone-height-mode-auto-1-1 vc_gitem-is-link" style="background-image: url('https://whky.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/09/Iredell-Co-Sheriffs-Patch-092024.jpg') !important;"><a href="https://whky.com/remains-found-in-statesville-identified/" title="Remains Found in Statesville Identified" class="vc_gitem-link vc-zone-link" ></a><img class="vc_gitem-zone-img" src="https://whky.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/09/Iredell-Co-Sheriffs-Patch-092024.jpg" alt="Remains Found in Statesville Identified" loading="lazy"><div class="vc_gitem-zone-mini"></div></div></div><div class="vc_gitem-zone vc_gitem-zone-c vc_custom_1419240516480"><div class="vc_gitem-zone-mini"><div class="vc_gitem_row vc_row vc_gitem-row-position-top"><div class="vc_col-sm-12 vc_gitem-col vc_gitem-col-align-"><div class="vc_custom_heading vc_gitem-post-data vc_gitem-post-data-source-post_title" ><h4 style="text-align: left" >Remains Found in Statesville Identified</h4></div><div class="vc_custom_heading vc_gitem-post-data vc_gitem-post-data-source-post_excerpt" ><p style="text-align: left" ><p>On July 16, Iredell County Deputies were dispatched to 2336 Newton Drive in Statesville where human remains were found behind a residence. The deceased has been identified as 50-year-old Kevin&hellip;</p> </p></div><div class="vc_btn3-container vc_btn3-left"><a class="vc_general vc_btn3 vc_btn3-size-md vc_btn3-shape-rounded vc_btn3-style-flat vc_btn3-color-juicy-pink" a href="https://whky.com/remains-found-in-statesville-identified/" class="vc_gitem-link vc_general vc_btn3 vc_general vc_btn3 vc_btn3-size-md vc_btn3-shape-rounded vc_btn3-style-flat vc_btn3-color-juicy-pink" title="Read more">Read more</a></div></div></div></div></div></div><div class="vc_clearfix"></div></div><div class="vc_grid-item vc_clearfix vc_col-sm-3 vc_grid-item-zone-c-bottom"><div class="vc_grid-item-mini vc_clearfix "><div class="vc_gitem-animated-block" ><div class="vc_gitem-zone vc_gitem-zone-a vc-gitem-zone-height-mode-auto vc-gitem-zone-height-mode-auto-1-1 vc_gitem-is-link" style="background-image: url('https://whky.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/07/LCSO-and-LPD-combo-072125.jpg') !important;"><a href="https://whky.com/body-of-missing-man-found-in-lincoln-county/" title="Body of Missing Man Found in Lincoln County" class="vc_gitem-link vc-zone-link" ></a><img class="vc_gitem-zone-img" src="https://whky.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/07/LCSO-and-LPD-combo-072125.jpg" alt="Body of Missing Man Found in Lincoln County" loading="lazy"><div class="vc_gitem-zone-mini"></div></div></div><div class="vc_gitem-zone vc_gitem-zone-c vc_custom_1419240516480"><div class="vc_gitem-zone-mini"><div class="vc_gitem_row vc_row vc_gitem-row-position-top"><div class="vc_col-sm-12 vc_gitem-col vc_gitem-col-align-"><div class="vc_custom_heading vc_gitem-post-data vc_gitem-post-data-source-post_title" ><h4 style="text-align: left" >Body of Missing Man Found in Lincoln County</h4></div><div class="vc_custom_heading vc_gitem-post-data vc_gitem-post-data-source-post_excerpt" ><p style="text-align: left" ><p>Officers in Lincoln County have found the body of 53-year-old Robert Wolf, Jr., who had previously been reported as a missing person after he was last seen on the Fourth&hellip;</p> </p></div><div class="vc_btn3-container vc_btn3-left"><a class="vc_general vc_btn3 vc_btn3-size-md vc_btn3-shape-rounded vc_btn3-style-flat vc_btn3-color-juicy-pink" a href="https://whky.com/body-of-missing-man-found-in-lincoln-county/" class="vc_gitem-link vc_general vc_btn3 vc_general vc_btn3 vc_btn3-size-md vc_btn3-shape-rounded vc_btn3-style-flat vc_btn3-color-juicy-pink" title="Read more">Read more</a></div></div></div></div></div></div><div class="vc_clearfix"></div></div><div class="vc_grid-item vc_clearfix vc_col-sm-3 vc_grid-item-zone-c-bottom"><div class="vc_grid-item-mini vc_clearfix "><div class="vc_gitem-animated-block" ><div class="vc_gitem-zone vc_gitem-zone-a vc-gitem-zone-height-mode-auto vc-gitem-zone-height-mode-auto-1-1 vc_gitem-is-link" style="background-image: url('https://whky.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/04/HPD-Badge-042122.jpg') !important;"><a href="https://whky.com/motorcycle-driver-killed-in-sunday-p-m-crash-in-hickory/" title="Motorcycle Driver Killed in Sunday P.M. Crash in Hickory" class="vc_gitem-link vc-zone-link" ></a><img class="vc_gitem-zone-img" src="https://whky.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/04/HPD-Badge-042122.jpg" alt="Motorcycle Driver Killed in Sunday P.M. Crash in Hickory" loading="lazy"><div class="vc_gitem-zone-mini"></div></div></div><div class="vc_gitem-zone vc_gitem-zone-c vc_custom_1419240516480"><div class="vc_gitem-zone-mini"><div class="vc_gitem_row vc_row vc_gitem-row-position-top"><div class="vc_col-sm-12 vc_gitem-col vc_gitem-col-align-"><div class="vc_custom_heading vc_gitem-post-data vc_gitem-post-data-source-post_title" ><h4 style="text-align: left" >Motorcycle Driver Killed in Sunday P.M. Crash in Hickory</h4></div><div class="vc_custom_heading vc_gitem-post-data vc_gitem-post-data-source-post_excerpt" ><p style="text-align: left" ><p>The Hickory Police Department is investigating a fatal two-vehicle crash that occurred on North Center Street near 22nd Avenue N.W. at about 9:10 Sunday night (July 20). The deceased is&hellip;</p> </p></div><div class="vc_btn3-container vc_btn3-left"><a class="vc_general vc_btn3 vc_btn3-size-md vc_btn3-shape-rounded vc_btn3-style-flat vc_btn3-color-juicy-pink" a href="https://whky.com/motorcycle-driver-killed-in-sunday-p-m-crash-in-hickory/" class="vc_gitem-link vc_general vc_btn3 vc_general vc_btn3 vc_btn3-size-md vc_btn3-shape-rounded vc_btn3-style-flat vc_btn3-color-juicy-pink" title="Read more">Read more</a></div></div></div></div></div></div><div class="vc_clearfix"></div></div><div class="vc_grid-item vc_clearfix vc_col-sm-3 vc_grid-item-zone-c-bottom"><div class="vc_grid-item-mini vc_clearfix "><div class="vc_gitem-animated-block" ><div class="vc_gitem-zone vc_gitem-zone-a vc-gitem-zone-height-mode-auto vc-gitem-zone-height-mode-auto-1-1 vc_gitem-is-link" style="background-image: url('https://whky.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/07/NC-Great-Trails-State-Logo-072125-987x1024.jpg') !important;"><a href="https://whky.com/great-trails-state-funding-to-benefit-programs-in-hickory-metro/" title="Great Trails State Funding To Benefit Projects In Hickory Metro" class="vc_gitem-link vc-zone-link" ></a><img class="vc_gitem-zone-img" src="https://whky.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/07/NC-Great-Trails-State-Logo-072125-987x1024.jpg" alt="Great Trails State Funding To Benefit Projects In Hickory Metro" loading="lazy"><div class="vc_gitem-zone-mini"></div></div></div><div class="vc_gitem-zone vc_gitem-zone-c vc_custom_1419240516480"><div class="vc_gitem-zone-mini"><div class="vc_gitem_row vc_row vc_gitem-row-position-top"><div class="vc_col-sm-12 vc_gitem-col vc_gitem-col-align-"><div class="vc_custom_heading vc_gitem-post-data vc_gitem-post-data-source-post_title" ><h4 style="text-align: left" >Great Trails State Funding To Benefit Projects In Hickory Metro</h4></div><div class="vc_custom_heading vc_gitem-post-data vc_gitem-post-data-source-post_excerpt" ><p style="text-align: left" ><p>On Thursday (July 17), Governor Josh Stein announced that the Department of Natural and Cultural Resources has awarded more than $11 million authorized by the General Assembly in grants to&hellip;</p> </p></div><div class="vc_btn3-container vc_btn3-left"><a class="vc_general vc_btn3 vc_btn3-size-md vc_btn3-shape-rounded vc_btn3-style-flat vc_btn3-color-juicy-pink" a href="https://whky.com/great-trails-state-funding-to-benefit-programs-in-hickory-metro/" class="vc_gitem-link vc_general vc_btn3 vc_general vc_btn3 vc_btn3-size-md vc_btn3-shape-rounded vc_btn3-style-flat vc_btn3-color-juicy-pink" title="Read more">Read more</a></div></div></div></div></div></div><div class="vc_clearfix"></div></div><div class="vc_grid-item vc_clearfix vc_col-sm-3 vc_grid-item-zone-c-bottom"><div class="vc_grid-item-mini vc_clearfix "><div class="vc_gitem-animated-block" ><div class="vc_gitem-zone vc_gitem-zone-a vc-gitem-zone-height-mode-auto vc-gitem-zone-height-mode-auto-1-1 vc_gitem-is-link" style="background-image: url('https://whky.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/07/Iredell-County-Fire-Pic-Three-072125.jpg') !important;"><a href="https://whky.com/catawba-county-agency-among-several-responding-to-weekend-fire-in-iredell-county/" title="Catawba County Agency Among Several Responding To Weekend Fire In Iredell County" class="vc_gitem-link vc-zone-link" ></a><img class="vc_gitem-zone-img" src="https://whky.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/07/Iredell-County-Fire-Pic-Three-072125.jpg" alt="Catawba County Agency Among Several Responding To Weekend Fire In Iredell County" loading="lazy"><div class="vc_gitem-zone-mini"></div></div></div><div class="vc_gitem-zone vc_gitem-zone-c vc_custom_1419240516480"><div class="vc_gitem-zone-mini"><div class="vc_gitem_row vc_row vc_gitem-row-position-top"><div class="vc_col-sm-12 vc_gitem-col vc_gitem-col-align-"><div class="vc_custom_heading vc_gitem-post-data vc_gitem-post-data-source-post_title" ><h4 style="text-align: left" >Catawba County Agency Among Several Responding To Weekend Fire In Iredell County</h4></div><div class="vc_custom_heading vc_gitem-post-data vc_gitem-post-data-source-post_excerpt" ><p style="text-align: left" ><p>A family was displaced and a firefighter was injured in a weekend blaze in Iredell County that was fought by firefighters from multiple counties. According to the Iredell Free News,&hellip;</p> </p></div><div class="vc_btn3-container vc_btn3-left"><a class="vc_general vc_btn3 vc_btn3-size-md vc_btn3-shape-rounded vc_btn3-style-flat vc_btn3-color-juicy-pink" a href="https://whky.com/catawba-county-agency-among-several-responding-to-weekend-fire-in-iredell-county/" class="vc_gitem-link vc_general vc_btn3 vc_general vc_btn3 vc_btn3-size-md vc_btn3-shape-rounded vc_btn3-style-flat vc_btn3-color-juicy-pink" title="Read more">Read more</a></div></div></div></div></div></div><div class="vc_clearfix"></div></div><div class="vc_grid-item vc_clearfix vc_col-sm-3 vc_grid-item-zone-c-bottom"><div class="vc_grid-item-mini vc_clearfix "><div class="vc_gitem-animated-block" ><div class="vc_gitem-zone vc_gitem-zone-a vc-gitem-zone-height-mode-auto vc-gitem-zone-height-mode-auto-1-1 vc_gitem-is-link" style="background-image: url('https://whky.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/07/IMG_0991.jpeg') !important;"><a href="https://whky.com/vehicle-stolen-by-juvenile-police-led-on-chase-ending-in-crash/" title="Vehicle Stolen By Juvenile, Police Led On Chase Ending In Crash" class="vc_gitem-link vc-zone-link" ></a><img class="vc_gitem-zone-img" src="https://whky.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/07/IMG_0991.jpeg" alt="Vehicle Stolen By Juvenile, Police Led On Chase Ending In Crash" loading="lazy"><div class="vc_gitem-zone-mini"></div></div></div><div class="vc_gitem-zone vc_gitem-zone-c vc_custom_1419240516480"><div class="vc_gitem-zone-mini"><div class="vc_gitem_row vc_row vc_gitem-row-position-top"><div class="vc_col-sm-12 vc_gitem-col vc_gitem-col-align-"><div class="vc_custom_heading vc_gitem-post-data vc_gitem-post-data-source-post_title" ><h4 style="text-align: left" >Vehicle Stolen By Juvenile, Police Led On Chase Ending In Crash</h4></div><div class="vc_custom_heading vc_gitem-post-data vc_gitem-post-data-source-post_excerpt" ><p style="text-align: left" ><p>A juvenile faces several charges after allegedly stealing a vehicle and leading police on a chase in Morganton. According to a news release from the Morganton Department of Public Safety,&hellip;</p> </p></div><div class="vc_btn3-container vc_btn3-left"><a class="vc_general vc_btn3 vc_btn3-size-md vc_btn3-shape-rounded vc_btn3-style-flat vc_btn3-color-juicy-pink" a href="https://whky.com/vehicle-stolen-by-juvenile-police-led-on-chase-ending-in-crash/" class="vc_gitem-link vc_general vc_btn3 vc_general vc_btn3 vc_btn3-size-md vc_btn3-shape-rounded vc_btn3-style-flat vc_btn3-color-juicy-pink" title="Read more">Read more</a></div></div></div></div></div></div><div class="vc_clearfix"></div></div><div class="vc_grid-item vc_clearfix vc_col-sm-3 vc_grid-item-zone-c-bottom"><div class="vc_grid-item-mini vc_clearfix "><div class="vc_gitem-animated-block" ><div class="vc_gitem-zone vc_gitem-zone-a vc-gitem-zone-height-mode-auto vc-gitem-zone-height-mode-auto-1-1 vc_gitem-is-link" style="background-image: url('https://whky.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/07/IMG_0980.jpeg') !important;"><a href="https://whky.com/minimum-prison-sentence-of-more-than-13-years-imposed-in-murder-case/" title="Minimum Prison Sentence Of More Than 13 Years Imposed In Murder Case" class="vc_gitem-link vc-zone-link" ></a><img class="vc_gitem-zone-img" src="https://whky.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/07/IMG_0980.jpeg" alt="Minimum Prison Sentence Of More Than 13 Years Imposed In Murder Case" loading="lazy"><div class="vc_gitem-zone-mini"></div></div></div><div class="vc_gitem-zone vc_gitem-zone-c vc_custom_1419240516480"><div class="vc_gitem-zone-mini"><div class="vc_gitem_row vc_row vc_gitem-row-position-top"><div class="vc_col-sm-12 vc_gitem-col vc_gitem-col-align-"><div class="vc_custom_heading vc_gitem-post-data vc_gitem-post-data-source-post_title" ><h4 style="text-align: left" >Minimum Prison Sentence Of More Than 13 Years Imposed In Murder Case</h4></div><div class="vc_custom_heading vc_gitem-post-data vc_gitem-post-data-source-post_excerpt" ><p style="text-align: left" ><p>An Alexander County woman has entered a plea for second-degree murder. On Thursday (July 17) in Alexander County Superior Court, 30-year-old Taylor Adele Snook of Taylorsville was granted a plea-agreement&hellip;</p> </p></div><div class="vc_btn3-container vc_btn3-left"><a class="vc_general vc_btn3 vc_btn3-size-md vc_btn3-shape-rounded vc_btn3-style-flat vc_btn3-color-juicy-pink" a href="https://whky.com/minimum-prison-sentence-of-more-than-13-years-imposed-in-murder-case/" class="vc_gitem-link vc_general vc_btn3 vc_general vc_btn3 vc_btn3-size-md vc_btn3-shape-rounded vc_btn3-style-flat vc_btn3-color-juicy-pink" title="Read more">Read more</a></div></div></div></div></div></div><div class="vc_clearfix"></div></div><div class="vc_grid-item vc_clearfix vc_col-sm-3 vc_grid-item-zone-c-bottom"><div class="vc_grid-item-mini vc_clearfix "><div class="vc_gitem-animated-block" ><div class="vc_gitem-zone vc_gitem-zone-a vc-gitem-zone-height-mode-auto vc-gitem-zone-height-mode-auto-1-1 vc_gitem-is-link" style="background-image: url('https://whky.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/07/Decision-2025-Pic-071125-1024x576.jpg') !important;"><a href="https://whky.com/filing-period-for-municipal-elections-ends-challenger-emerges-in-hickory-mayoral-race/" title="Filing Period For Municipal Elections Ends, Challenger Emerges In Hickory Mayoral Race" class="vc_gitem-link vc-zone-link" ></a><img class="vc_gitem-zone-img" src="https://whky.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/07/Decision-2025-Pic-071125-1024x576.jpg" alt="Filing Period For Municipal Elections Ends, Challenger Emerges In Hickory Mayoral Race" loading="lazy"><div class="vc_gitem-zone-mini"></div></div></div><div class="vc_gitem-zone vc_gitem-zone-c vc_custom_1419240516480"><div class="vc_gitem-zone-mini"><div class="vc_gitem_row vc_row vc_gitem-row-position-top"><div class="vc_col-sm-12 vc_gitem-col vc_gitem-col-align-"><div class="vc_custom_heading vc_gitem-post-data vc_gitem-post-data-source-post_title" ><h4 style="text-align: left" >Filing Period For Municipal Elections Ends, Challenger Emerges In Hickory Mayoral Race</h4></div><div class="vc_custom_heading vc_gitem-post-data vc_gitem-post-data-source-post_excerpt" ><p style="text-align: left" ><p>The filing period for municipal elections came to an end on Friday (July 18). In Hickory, a candidate has filed to run against incumbent Mayor Hank Guess, Park Inglefield announced&hellip;</p> </p></div><div class="vc_btn3-container vc_btn3-left"><a class="vc_general vc_btn3 vc_btn3-size-md vc_btn3-shape-rounded vc_btn3-style-flat vc_btn3-color-juicy-pink" a href="https://whky.com/filing-period-for-municipal-elections-ends-challenger-emerges-in-hickory-mayoral-race/" class="vc_gitem-link vc_general vc_btn3 vc_general vc_btn3 vc_btn3-size-md vc_btn3-shape-rounded vc_btn3-style-flat vc_btn3-color-juicy-pink" title="Read more">Read more</a></div></div></div></div></div></div><div class="vc_clearfix"></div></div><div class="vc_grid-item vc_clearfix vc_col-sm-3 vc_grid-item-zone-c-bottom"><div class="vc_grid-item-mini vc_clearfix "><div class="vc_gitem-animated-block" ><div class="vc_gitem-zone vc_gitem-zone-a vc-gitem-zone-height-mode-auto vc-gitem-zone-height-mode-auto-1-1 vc_gitem-is-link" style="background-image: url('https://whky.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/02/Keller-James-Lynn-022525.jpg') !important;"><a href="https://whky.com/missing-vilas-man-found-in-virginia/" title="Missing Vilas Man Found in Virginia" class="vc_gitem-link vc-zone-link" ></a><img class="vc_gitem-zone-img" src="https://whky.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/02/Keller-James-Lynn-022525.jpg" alt="Missing Vilas Man Found in Virginia" loading="lazy"><div class="vc_gitem-zone-mini"></div></div></div><div class="vc_gitem-zone vc_gitem-zone-c vc_custom_1419240516480"><div class="vc_gitem-zone-mini"><div class="vc_gitem_row vc_row vc_gitem-row-position-top"><div class="vc_col-sm-12 vc_gitem-col vc_gitem-col-align-"><div class="vc_custom_heading vc_gitem-post-data vc_gitem-post-data-source-post_title" ><h4 style="text-align: left" >Missing Vilas Man Found in Virginia</h4></div><div class="vc_custom_heading vc_gitem-post-data vc_gitem-post-data-source-post_excerpt" ><p style="text-align: left" ><p>High Country Crime Stoppers reports that James Lynn Keller of Vilas has been found, alive, in Wythville, Virginia. No additional details were released. Mr. Keller had last been seen on&hellip;</p> </p></div><div class="vc_btn3-container vc_btn3-left"><a class="vc_general vc_btn3 vc_btn3-size-md vc_btn3-shape-rounded vc_btn3-style-flat vc_btn3-color-juicy-pink" a href="https://whky.com/missing-vilas-man-found-in-virginia/" class="vc_gitem-link vc_general vc_btn3 vc_general vc_btn3 vc_btn3-size-md vc_btn3-shape-rounded vc_btn3-style-flat vc_btn3-color-juicy-pink" title="Read more">Read more</a></div></div></div></div></div></div><div class="vc_clearfix"></div></div><div class="vc_grid-item vc_clearfix vc_col-sm-3 vc_grid-item-zone-c-bottom"><div class="vc_grid-item-mini vc_clearfix "><div class="vc_gitem-animated-block" ><div class="vc_gitem-zone vc_gitem-zone-a vc-gitem-zone-height-mode-auto vc-gitem-zone-height-mode-auto-1-1 vc_gitem-is-link" style="background-image: url('https://whky.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/09/Burke-Co-Sheriffs-Office-Patch-090623.jpg') !important;"><a href="https://whky.com/burke-county-inmate-dies/" title="Burke County Inmate Dies" class="vc_gitem-link vc-zone-link" ></a><img class="vc_gitem-zone-img" src="https://whky.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/09/Burke-Co-Sheriffs-Office-Patch-090623.jpg" alt="Burke County Inmate Dies" loading="lazy"><div class="vc_gitem-zone-mini"></div></div></div><div class="vc_gitem-zone vc_gitem-zone-c vc_custom_1419240516480"><div class="vc_gitem-zone-mini"><div class="vc_gitem_row vc_row vc_gitem-row-position-top"><div class="vc_col-sm-12 vc_gitem-col vc_gitem-col-align-"><div class="vc_custom_heading vc_gitem-post-data vc_gitem-post-data-source-post_title" ><h4 style="text-align: left" >Burke County Inmate Dies</h4></div><div class="vc_custom_heading vc_gitem-post-data vc_gitem-post-data-source-post_excerpt" ><p style="text-align: left" ><p>On July 17, an inmate at the Burke County Jail collapsed while undergoing a medical evaluation. Detention staff and medical staff responded immediately with life-saving measures and requested assistance from&hellip;</p> </p></div><div class="vc_btn3-container vc_btn3-left"><a class="vc_general vc_btn3 vc_btn3-size-md vc_btn3-shape-rounded vc_btn3-style-flat vc_btn3-color-juicy-pink" a href="https://whky.com/burke-county-inmate-dies/" class="vc_gitem-link vc_general vc_btn3 vc_general vc_btn3 vc_btn3-size-md vc_btn3-shape-rounded vc_btn3-style-flat vc_btn3-color-juicy-pink" title="Read more">Read more</a></div></div></div></div></div></div><div class="vc_clearfix"></div></div><div class="vc_grid-item vc_clearfix vc_col-sm-3 vc_grid-item-zone-c-bottom"><div class="vc_grid-item-mini vc_clearfix "><div class="vc_gitem-animated-block" ><div class="vc_gitem-zone vc_gitem-zone-a vc-gitem-zone-height-mode-auto vc-gitem-zone-height-mode-auto-1-1 vc_gitem-is-link" style="background-image: url('https://whky.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/07/Ramey-Zachary-William-071825-1.jpg') !important;"><a href="https://whky.com/georgia-man-charged-in-connection-to-2023-murder-in-lincoln-county/" title="Georgia Man Charged in Connection with 2023 Murder in Lincoln County" class="vc_gitem-link vc-zone-link" ></a><img class="vc_gitem-zone-img" src="https://whky.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/07/Ramey-Zachary-William-071825-1.jpg" alt="Georgia Man Charged in Connection with 2023 Murder in Lincoln County" loading="lazy"><div class="vc_gitem-zone-mini"></div></div></div><div class="vc_gitem-zone vc_gitem-zone-c vc_custom_1419240516480"><div class="vc_gitem-zone-mini"><div class="vc_gitem_row vc_row vc_gitem-row-position-top"><div class="vc_col-sm-12 vc_gitem-col vc_gitem-col-align-"><div class="vc_custom_heading vc_gitem-post-data vc_gitem-post-data-source-post_title" ><h4 style="text-align: left" >Georgia Man Charged in Connection with 2023 Murder in Lincoln County</h4></div><div class="vc_custom_heading vc_gitem-post-data vc_gitem-post-data-source-post_excerpt" ><p style="text-align: left" ><p>35-year-old Zachary William Ramey of Blairsville, Georgia has been charged with one count of first-degree murder in Lincoln County and one felony count of concealment of death in Gaston County.&hellip;</p> </p></div><div class="vc_btn3-container vc_btn3-left"><a class="vc_general vc_btn3 vc_btn3-size-md vc_btn3-shape-rounded vc_btn3-style-flat vc_btn3-color-juicy-pink" a href="https://whky.com/georgia-man-charged-in-connection-to-2023-murder-in-lincoln-county/" class="vc_gitem-link vc_general vc_btn3 vc_general vc_btn3 vc_btn3-size-md vc_btn3-shape-rounded vc_btn3-style-flat vc_btn3-color-juicy-pink" title="Read more">Read more</a></div></div></div></div></div></div><div class="vc_clearfix"></div></div><div class="vc_grid-item vc_clearfix vc_col-sm-3 vc_grid-item-zone-c-bottom"><div class="vc_grid-item-mini vc_clearfix "><div class="vc_gitem-animated-block" ><div class="vc_gitem-zone vc_gitem-zone-a vc-gitem-zone-height-mode-auto vc-gitem-zone-height-mode-auto-1-1 vc_gitem-is-link" style="background-image: url('https://whky.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/09/Highway-Patrol-Patch-091222.jpg') !important;"><a href="https://whky.com/thursday-night-crash-claims-newton-mans-life/" title="Thursday Night Crash Claims Newton Man&#8217;s Life" class="vc_gitem-link vc-zone-link" ></a><img class="vc_gitem-zone-img" src="https://whky.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/09/Highway-Patrol-Patch-091222.jpg" alt="Thursday Night Crash Claims Newton Man's Life" loading="lazy"><div class="vc_gitem-zone-mini"></div></div></div><div class="vc_gitem-zone vc_gitem-zone-c vc_custom_1419240516480"><div class="vc_gitem-zone-mini"><div class="vc_gitem_row vc_row vc_gitem-row-position-top"><div class="vc_col-sm-12 vc_gitem-col vc_gitem-col-align-"><div class="vc_custom_heading vc_gitem-post-data vc_gitem-post-data-source-post_title" ><h4 style="text-align: left" >Thursday Night Crash Claims Newton Man&#8217;s Life</h4></div><div class="vc_custom_heading vc_gitem-post-data vc_gitem-post-data-source-post_excerpt" ><p style="text-align: left" ><p>A Catawba County man was killed in a crash Thursday (July 17). The deceased is 51-year-old Christopher Reid Carter of Newton. Thursday, at approximately 10:00 p.m., the NC State Highway&hellip;</p> </p></div><div class="vc_btn3-container vc_btn3-left"><a class="vc_general vc_btn3 vc_btn3-size-md vc_btn3-shape-rounded vc_btn3-style-flat vc_btn3-color-juicy-pink" a href="https://whky.com/thursday-night-crash-claims-newton-mans-life/" class="vc_gitem-link vc_general vc_btn3 vc_general vc_btn3 vc_btn3-size-md vc_btn3-shape-rounded vc_btn3-style-flat vc_btn3-color-juicy-pink" title="Read more">Read more</a></div></div></div></div></div></div><div class="vc_clearfix"></div></div><div class="vc_grid-item vc_clearfix vc_col-sm-3 vc_grid-item-zone-c-bottom"><div class="vc_grid-item-mini vc_clearfix "><div class="vc_gitem-animated-block" ><div class="vc_gitem-zone vc_gitem-zone-a vc-gitem-zone-height-mode-auto vc-gitem-zone-height-mode-auto-1-1 vc_gitem-is-link" style="background-image: url('https://whky.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/07/Commissioners-Fight-Still-Pic-071825.jpg') !important;"><a href="https://whky.com/commissioners-fight-before-meeting-video-released/" title="Commissioners Fight Before Meeting, Video Released" class="vc_gitem-link vc-zone-link" ></a><img class="vc_gitem-zone-img" src="https://whky.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/07/Commissioners-Fight-Still-Pic-071825.jpg" alt="Commissioners Fight Before Meeting, Video Released" loading="lazy"><div class="vc_gitem-zone-mini"></div></div></div><div class="vc_gitem-zone vc_gitem-zone-c vc_custom_1419240516480"><div class="vc_gitem-zone-mini"><div class="vc_gitem_row vc_row vc_gitem-row-position-top"><div class="vc_col-sm-12 vc_gitem-col vc_gitem-col-align-"><div class="vc_custom_heading vc_gitem-post-data vc_gitem-post-data-source-post_title" ><h4 style="text-align: left" >Commissioners Fight Before Meeting, Video Released</h4></div><div class="vc_custom_heading vc_gitem-post-data vc_gitem-post-data-source-post_excerpt" ><p style="text-align: left" ><p>A fight broke out between two commissioners before Monday night&#8217;s (July 14) Caldwell County Board of Commissioners meeting. According to published reports, a county spokesperson said the incident involved Commissioners&hellip;</p> </p></div><div class="vc_btn3-container vc_btn3-left"><a class="vc_general vc_btn3 vc_btn3-size-md vc_btn3-shape-rounded vc_btn3-style-flat vc_btn3-color-juicy-pink" a href="https://whky.com/commissioners-fight-before-meeting-video-released/" class="vc_gitem-link vc_general vc_btn3 vc_general vc_btn3 vc_btn3-size-md vc_btn3-shape-rounded vc_btn3-style-flat vc_btn3-color-juicy-pink" title="Read more">Read more</a></div></div></div></div></div></div><div class="vc_clearfix"></div></div><div class="vc_grid-item vc_clearfix vc_col-sm-3 vc_grid-item-zone-c-bottom"><div class="vc_grid-item-mini vc_clearfix "><div class="vc_gitem-animated-block" ><div class="vc_gitem-zone vc_gitem-zone-a vc-gitem-zone-height-mode-auto vc-gitem-zone-height-mode-auto-1-1 vc_gitem-is-link" style="background-image: url('https://whky.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/07/Kistler-and-Jenkins-Combo-Pic-071825.jpg') !important;"><a href="https://whky.com/two-men-charged-in-connection-to-early-thursday-morning-robberies/" title="Two Men Charged In Connection To Early Thursday Morning Robberies" class="vc_gitem-link vc-zone-link" ></a><img class="vc_gitem-zone-img" src="https://whky.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/07/Kistler-and-Jenkins-Combo-Pic-071825.jpg" alt="Two Men Charged In Connection To Early Thursday Morning Robberies" loading="lazy"><div class="vc_gitem-zone-mini"></div></div></div><div class="vc_gitem-zone vc_gitem-zone-c vc_custom_1419240516480"><div class="vc_gitem-zone-mini"><div class="vc_gitem_row vc_row vc_gitem-row-position-top"><div class="vc_col-sm-12 vc_gitem-col vc_gitem-col-align-"><div class="vc_custom_heading vc_gitem-post-data vc_gitem-post-data-source-post_title" ><h4 style="text-align: left" >Two Men Charged In Connection To Early Thursday Morning Robberies</h4></div><div class="vc_custom_heading vc_gitem-post-data vc_gitem-post-data-source-post_excerpt" ><p style="text-align: left" ><p>26-year-old Ethan Trae Kistler of Wilson Heights Avenue in Hildebran and 24-year-old Kevin Blaine Jenkins of US 70 in Connelly Springs were charged Thursday (July 17) by Burke County Sheriff’s&hellip;</p> </p></div><div class="vc_btn3-container vc_btn3-left"><a class="vc_general vc_btn3 vc_btn3-size-md vc_btn3-shape-rounded vc_btn3-style-flat vc_btn3-color-juicy-pink" a href="https://whky.com/two-men-charged-in-connection-to-early-thursday-morning-robberies/" class="vc_gitem-link vc_general vc_btn3 vc_general vc_btn3 vc_btn3-size-md vc_btn3-shape-rounded vc_btn3-style-flat vc_btn3-color-juicy-pink" title="Read more">Read more</a></div></div></div></div></div></div><div class="vc_clearfix"></div></div><div class="vc_grid-item vc_clearfix vc_col-sm-3 vc_grid-item-zone-c-bottom"><div class="vc_grid-item-mini vc_clearfix "><div class="vc_gitem-animated-block" ><div class="vc_gitem-zone vc_gitem-zone-a vc-gitem-zone-height-mode-auto vc-gitem-zone-height-mode-auto-1-1 vc_gitem-is-link" style="background-image: url('https://whky.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/05/Iredell-County-Seal-050925.jpg') !important;"><a href="https://whky.com/iredell-commissioners-deny-request-related-to-solar-farm/" title="Iredell Commissioners Deny Request Related To Solar Farm" class="vc_gitem-link vc-zone-link" ></a><img class="vc_gitem-zone-img" src="https://whky.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/05/Iredell-County-Seal-050925.jpg" alt="Iredell Commissioners Deny Request Related To Solar Farm" loading="lazy"><div class="vc_gitem-zone-mini"></div></div></div><div class="vc_gitem-zone vc_gitem-zone-c vc_custom_1419240516480"><div class="vc_gitem-zone-mini"><div class="vc_gitem_row vc_row vc_gitem-row-position-top"><div class="vc_col-sm-12 vc_gitem-col vc_gitem-col-align-"><div class="vc_custom_heading vc_gitem-post-data vc_gitem-post-data-source-post_title" ><h4 style="text-align: left" >Iredell Commissioners Deny Request Related To Solar Farm</h4></div><div class="vc_custom_heading vc_gitem-post-data vc_gitem-post-data-source-post_excerpt" ><p style="text-align: left" ><p>After nearly a three-hour public hearing on Tuesday evening, the Iredell County Board of Commissioners denied a request to rezone property in northern Iredell County for a proposed solar farm.&hellip;</p> </p></div><div class="vc_btn3-container vc_btn3-left"><a class="vc_general vc_btn3 vc_btn3-size-md vc_btn3-shape-rounded vc_btn3-style-flat vc_btn3-color-juicy-pink" a href="https://whky.com/iredell-commissioners-deny-request-related-to-solar-farm/" class="vc_gitem-link vc_general vc_btn3 vc_general vc_btn3 vc_btn3-size-md vc_btn3-shape-rounded vc_btn3-style-flat vc_btn3-color-juicy-pink" title="Read more">Read more</a></div></div></div></div></div></div><div class="vc_clearfix"></div></div><div class="vc_grid-item vc_clearfix vc_col-sm-3 vc_grid-item-zone-c-bottom"><div class="vc_grid-item-mini vc_clearfix "><div class="vc_gitem-animated-block" ><div class="vc_gitem-zone vc_gitem-zone-a vc-gitem-zone-height-mode-auto vc-gitem-zone-height-mode-auto-1-1 vc_gitem-is-link" style="background-image: url('https://whky.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/07/Alexander-County-Code-Red-071825.jpg') !important;"><a href="https://whky.com/alexander-officials-reinstate-codered-system/" title="Alexander Officials Reinstate CodeRED System" class="vc_gitem-link vc-zone-link" ></a><img class="vc_gitem-zone-img" src="https://whky.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/07/Alexander-County-Code-Red-071825.jpg" alt="Alexander Officials Reinstate CodeRED System" loading="lazy"><div class="vc_gitem-zone-mini"></div></div></div><div class="vc_gitem-zone vc_gitem-zone-c vc_custom_1419240516480"><div class="vc_gitem-zone-mini"><div class="vc_gitem_row vc_row vc_gitem-row-position-top"><div class="vc_col-sm-12 vc_gitem-col vc_gitem-col-align-"><div class="vc_custom_heading vc_gitem-post-data vc_gitem-post-data-source-post_title" ><h4 style="text-align: left" >Alexander Officials Reinstate CodeRED System</h4></div><div class="vc_custom_heading vc_gitem-post-data vc_gitem-post-data-source-post_excerpt" ><p style="text-align: left" ><p>Alexander County Government has reinstated the use of the CodeRED emergency notification system to keep residents informed and enhance public safety. CodeRED is a useful tool to provide important messaging&hellip;</p> </p></div><div class="vc_btn3-container vc_btn3-left"><a class="vc_general vc_btn3 vc_btn3-size-md vc_btn3-shape-rounded vc_btn3-style-flat vc_btn3-color-juicy-pink" a href="https://whky.com/alexander-officials-reinstate-codered-system/" class="vc_gitem-link vc_general vc_btn3 vc_general vc_btn3 vc_btn3-size-md vc_btn3-shape-rounded vc_btn3-style-flat vc_btn3-color-juicy-pink" title="Read more">Read more</a></div></div></div></div></div></div><div class="vc_clearfix"></div></div><div class="vc_grid-item vc_clearfix vc_col-sm-3 vc_grid-item-zone-c-bottom"><div class="vc_grid-item-mini vc_clearfix "><div class="vc_gitem-animated-block" ><div class="vc_gitem-zone vc_gitem-zone-a vc-gitem-zone-height-mode-auto vc-gitem-zone-height-mode-auto-1-1 vc_gitem-is-link" style="background-image: url('https://whky.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/06/Alexander-County-Seal-062122.jpg') !important;"><a href="https://whky.com/alexander-commissioners-take-action-on-multiple-items/" title="Alexander Commissioners Take Action On Multiple Items" class="vc_gitem-link vc-zone-link" ></a><img class="vc_gitem-zone-img" src="https://whky.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/06/Alexander-County-Seal-062122.jpg" alt="Alexander Commissioners Take Action On Multiple Items" loading="lazy"><div class="vc_gitem-zone-mini"></div></div></div><div class="vc_gitem-zone vc_gitem-zone-c vc_custom_1419240516480"><div class="vc_gitem-zone-mini"><div class="vc_gitem_row vc_row vc_gitem-row-position-top"><div class="vc_col-sm-12 vc_gitem-col vc_gitem-col-align-"><div class="vc_custom_heading vc_gitem-post-data vc_gitem-post-data-source-post_title" ><h4 style="text-align: left" >Alexander Commissioners Take Action On Multiple Items</h4></div><div class="vc_custom_heading vc_gitem-post-data vc_gitem-post-data-source-post_excerpt" ><p style="text-align: left" ><p>At Monday’s (July 14) Alexander County Board of Commissioners meeting, Interim Fire Marshal Garrett Huffman recognized Tyler Cornett, Alexander County Soil &amp; Water Conservationist, who assisted several volunteer fire departments&hellip;</p> </p></div><div class="vc_btn3-container vc_btn3-left"><a class="vc_general vc_btn3 vc_btn3-size-md vc_btn3-shape-rounded vc_btn3-style-flat vc_btn3-color-juicy-pink" a href="https://whky.com/alexander-commissioners-take-action-on-multiple-items/" class="vc_gitem-link vc_general vc_btn3 vc_general vc_btn3 vc_btn3-size-md vc_btn3-shape-rounded vc_btn3-style-flat vc_btn3-color-juicy-pink" title="Read more">Read more</a></div></div></div></div></div></div><div class="vc_clearfix"></div></div><div class="vc_grid-item vc_clearfix vc_col-sm-3 vc_grid-item-zone-c-bottom"><div class="vc_grid-item-mini vc_clearfix "><div class="vc_gitem-animated-block" ><div class="vc_gitem-zone vc_gitem-zone-a vc-gitem-zone-height-mode-auto vc-gitem-zone-height-mode-auto-1-1 vc_gitem-is-link" style="background-image: url('https://whky.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/01/NCDOJ-Seal-011122.jpg') !important;"><a href="https://whky.com/n-c-attorney-general-files-lawsuit-against-fema/" title="N.C. Attorney General Files Lawsuit Against FEMA" class="vc_gitem-link vc-zone-link" ></a><img class="vc_gitem-zone-img" src="https://whky.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/01/NCDOJ-Seal-011122.jpg" alt="N.C. Attorney General Files Lawsuit Against FEMA" loading="lazy"><div class="vc_gitem-zone-mini"></div></div></div><div class="vc_gitem-zone vc_gitem-zone-c vc_custom_1419240516480"><div class="vc_gitem-zone-mini"><div class="vc_gitem_row vc_row vc_gitem-row-position-top"><div class="vc_col-sm-12 vc_gitem-col vc_gitem-col-align-"><div class="vc_custom_heading vc_gitem-post-data vc_gitem-post-data-source-post_title" ><h4 style="text-align: left" >N.C. Attorney General Files Lawsuit Against FEMA</h4></div><div class="vc_custom_heading vc_gitem-post-data vc_gitem-post-data-source-post_excerpt" ><p style="text-align: left" ><p>On Wednesday (July 16), Attorney General Jeff Jackson sued the Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) over its decision to cancel a program that provides over $200 million to protect North&hellip;</p> </p></div><div class="vc_btn3-container vc_btn3-left"><a class="vc_general vc_btn3 vc_btn3-size-md vc_btn3-shape-rounded vc_btn3-style-flat vc_btn3-color-juicy-pink" a href="https://whky.com/n-c-attorney-general-files-lawsuit-against-fema/" class="vc_gitem-link vc_general vc_btn3 vc_general vc_btn3 vc_btn3-size-md vc_btn3-shape-rounded vc_btn3-style-flat vc_btn3-color-juicy-pink" title="Read more">Read more</a></div></div></div></div></div></div><div class="vc_clearfix"></div></div><div class="vc_grid-item vc_clearfix vc_col-sm-3 vc_grid-item-zone-c-bottom"><div class="vc_grid-item-mini vc_clearfix "><div class="vc_gitem-animated-block" ><div class="vc_gitem-zone vc_gitem-zone-a vc-gitem-zone-height-mode-auto vc-gitem-zone-height-mode-auto-1-1 vc_gitem-is-link" style="background-image: url('https://whky.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/09/Iredell-Co-Sheriffs-Patch-092024.jpg') !important;"><a href="https://whky.com/human-remains-found-in-iredell-county/" title="Human Remains Found in Iredell County" class="vc_gitem-link vc-zone-link" ></a><img class="vc_gitem-zone-img" src="https://whky.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/09/Iredell-Co-Sheriffs-Patch-092024.jpg" alt="Human Remains Found in Iredell County" loading="lazy"><div class="vc_gitem-zone-mini"></div></div></div><div class="vc_gitem-zone vc_gitem-zone-c vc_custom_1419240516480"><div class="vc_gitem-zone-mini"><div class="vc_gitem_row vc_row vc_gitem-row-position-top"><div class="vc_col-sm-12 vc_gitem-col vc_gitem-col-align-"><div class="vc_custom_heading vc_gitem-post-data vc_gitem-post-data-source-post_title" ><h4 style="text-align: left" >Human Remains Found in Iredell County</h4></div><div class="vc_custom_heading vc_gitem-post-data vc_gitem-post-data-source-post_excerpt" ><p style="text-align: left" ><p>Yesterday (July 16), Iredell County Sheriff’s Detectives were called regarding what appeared to be human remains behind a residence on Newton Drive, just west of Statesville. Deputies arrived on the&hellip;</p> </p></div><div class="vc_btn3-container vc_btn3-left"><a class="vc_general vc_btn3 vc_btn3-size-md vc_btn3-shape-rounded vc_btn3-style-flat vc_btn3-color-juicy-pink" a href="https://whky.com/human-remains-found-in-iredell-county/" class="vc_gitem-link vc_general vc_btn3 vc_general vc_btn3 vc_btn3-size-md vc_btn3-shape-rounded vc_btn3-style-flat vc_btn3-color-juicy-pink" title="Read more">Read more</a></div></div></div></div></div></div><div class="vc_clearfix"></div></div><div class="vc_grid-item vc_clearfix vc_col-sm-3 vc_grid-item-zone-c-bottom"><div class="vc_grid-item-mini vc_clearfix "><div class="vc_gitem-animated-block" ><div class="vc_gitem-zone vc_gitem-zone-a vc-gitem-zone-height-mode-auto vc-gitem-zone-height-mode-auto-1-1 vc_gitem-is-link" style="background-image: url('https://whky.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/07/IMG_0954.jpeg') !important;"><a href="https://whky.com/crash-claims-two-lives-catawba-county-resident-faces-charges/" title="Crash Claims Two Lives, Catawba County Resident Faces Charges" class="vc_gitem-link vc-zone-link" ></a><img class="vc_gitem-zone-img" src="https://whky.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/07/IMG_0954.jpeg" alt="Crash Claims Two Lives, Catawba County Resident Faces Charges" loading="lazy"><div class="vc_gitem-zone-mini"></div></div></div><div class="vc_gitem-zone vc_gitem-zone-c vc_custom_1419240516480"><div class="vc_gitem-zone-mini"><div class="vc_gitem_row vc_row vc_gitem-row-position-top"><div class="vc_col-sm-12 vc_gitem-col vc_gitem-col-align-"><div class="vc_custom_heading vc_gitem-post-data vc_gitem-post-data-source-post_title" ><h4 style="text-align: left" >Crash Claims Two Lives, Catawba County Resident Faces Charges</h4></div><div class="vc_custom_heading vc_gitem-post-data vc_gitem-post-data-source-post_excerpt" ><p style="text-align: left" ><p>Two people were killed in a crash early this morning (July 17) in Catawba County. Charges have been filed against a Catawba County resident in connection to the incident. The&hellip;</p> </p></div><div class="vc_btn3-container vc_btn3-left"><a class="vc_general vc_btn3 vc_btn3-size-md vc_btn3-shape-rounded vc_btn3-style-flat vc_btn3-color-juicy-pink" a href="https://whky.com/crash-claims-two-lives-catawba-county-resident-faces-charges/" class="vc_gitem-link vc_general vc_btn3 vc_general vc_btn3 vc_btn3-size-md vc_btn3-shape-rounded vc_btn3-style-flat vc_btn3-color-juicy-pink" title="Read more">Read more</a></div></div></div></div></div></div><div class="vc_clearfix"></div></div><div class="vc_grid-item vc_clearfix vc_col-sm-3 vc_grid-item-zone-c-bottom"><div class="vc_grid-item-mini vc_clearfix "><div class="vc_gitem-animated-block" ><div class="vc_gitem-zone vc_gitem-zone-a vc-gitem-zone-height-mode-auto vc-gitem-zone-height-mode-auto-1-1 vc_gitem-is-link" style="background-image: url('https://whky.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/07/Ivey-Church-Road-Pic-Lincoln-County-071725.jpg') !important;"><a href="https://whky.com/road-project-will-result-in-weekend-closure-in-lincoln-county/" title="Road Project Will Result In Weekend Closure In Lincoln County" class="vc_gitem-link vc-zone-link" ></a><img class="vc_gitem-zone-img" src="https://whky.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/07/Ivey-Church-Road-Pic-Lincoln-County-071725.jpg" alt="Road Project Will Result In Weekend Closure In Lincoln County" loading="lazy"><div class="vc_gitem-zone-mini"></div></div></div><div class="vc_gitem-zone vc_gitem-zone-c vc_custom_1419240516480"><div class="vc_gitem-zone-mini"><div class="vc_gitem_row vc_row vc_gitem-row-position-top"><div class="vc_col-sm-12 vc_gitem-col vc_gitem-col-align-"><div class="vc_custom_heading vc_gitem-post-data vc_gitem-post-data-source-post_title" ><h4 style="text-align: left" >Road Project Will Result In Weekend Closure In Lincoln County</h4></div><div class="vc_custom_heading vc_gitem-post-data vc_gitem-post-data-source-post_excerpt" ><p style="text-align: left" ><p>Part of a Lincoln County road will close this weekend while contractors for the N.C. Department of Transportation realign an intersection. Crews from Tri-County Paving will close Ivey Church Road&hellip;</p> </p></div><div class="vc_btn3-container vc_btn3-left"><a class="vc_general vc_btn3 vc_btn3-size-md vc_btn3-shape-rounded vc_btn3-style-flat vc_btn3-color-juicy-pink" a href="https://whky.com/road-project-will-result-in-weekend-closure-in-lincoln-county/" class="vc_gitem-link vc_general vc_btn3 vc_general vc_btn3 vc_btn3-size-md vc_btn3-shape-rounded vc_btn3-style-flat vc_btn3-color-juicy-pink" title="Read more">Read more</a></div></div></div></div></div></div><div class="vc_clearfix"></div></div><div class="vc_grid-item vc_clearfix vc_col-sm-3 vc_grid-item-zone-c-bottom"><div class="vc_grid-item-mini vc_clearfix "><div class="vc_gitem-animated-block" ><div class="vc_gitem-zone vc_gitem-zone-a vc-gitem-zone-height-mode-auto vc-gitem-zone-height-mode-auto-1-1 vc_gitem-is-link" style="background-image: url('https://whky.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/06/Alexander-County-Seal-062122.jpg') !important;"><a href="https://whky.com/alexander-commissioners-approve-item-related-to-relocation-of-urgent-care-office/" title="Alexander Commissioners Approve Item Related To Relocation Of Urgent Care Office" class="vc_gitem-link vc-zone-link" ></a><img class="vc_gitem-zone-img" src="https://whky.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/06/Alexander-County-Seal-062122.jpg" alt="Alexander Commissioners Approve Item Related To Relocation Of Urgent Care Office" loading="lazy"><div class="vc_gitem-zone-mini"></div></div></div><div class="vc_gitem-zone vc_gitem-zone-c vc_custom_1419240516480"><div class="vc_gitem-zone-mini"><div class="vc_gitem_row vc_row vc_gitem-row-position-top"><div class="vc_col-sm-12 vc_gitem-col vc_gitem-col-align-"><div class="vc_custom_heading vc_gitem-post-data vc_gitem-post-data-source-post_title" ><h4 style="text-align: left" >Alexander Commissioners Approve Item Related To Relocation Of Urgent Care Office</h4></div><div class="vc_custom_heading vc_gitem-post-data vc_gitem-post-data-source-post_excerpt" ><p style="text-align: left" ><p>The Alexander County Board of Commissioners authorized a grant application to support the relocation of Urgent Care of Mountain View (UCMV). County Attorney Ben Faulkenberry presented information about the project&hellip;</p> </p></div><div class="vc_btn3-container vc_btn3-left"><a class="vc_general vc_btn3 vc_btn3-size-md vc_btn3-shape-rounded vc_btn3-style-flat vc_btn3-color-juicy-pink" a href="https://whky.com/alexander-commissioners-approve-item-related-to-relocation-of-urgent-care-office/" class="vc_gitem-link vc_general vc_btn3 vc_general vc_btn3 vc_btn3-size-md vc_btn3-shape-rounded vc_btn3-style-flat vc_btn3-color-juicy-pink" title="Read more">Read more</a></div></div></div></div></div></div><div class="vc_clearfix"></div></div><div class="vc_grid-item vc_clearfix vc_col-sm-3 vc_grid-item-zone-c-bottom"><div class="vc_grid-item-mini vc_clearfix "><div class="vc_gitem-animated-block" ><div class="vc_gitem-zone vc_gitem-zone-a vc-gitem-zone-height-mode-auto vc-gitem-zone-height-mode-auto-1-1 vc_gitem-is-link" style="background-image: url('https://whky.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/07/NCDHHS-Logo-071624.jpg') !important;"><a href="https://whky.com/state-officials-celebrate-anniversary-of-crisis-support-program/" title="State Officials Celebrate Anniversary Of Crisis Support Program" class="vc_gitem-link vc-zone-link" ></a><img class="vc_gitem-zone-img" src="https://whky.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/07/NCDHHS-Logo-071624.jpg" alt="State Officials Celebrate Anniversary Of Crisis Support Program" loading="lazy"><div class="vc_gitem-zone-mini"></div></div></div><div class="vc_gitem-zone vc_gitem-zone-c vc_custom_1419240516480"><div class="vc_gitem-zone-mini"><div class="vc_gitem_row vc_row vc_gitem-row-position-top"><div class="vc_col-sm-12 vc_gitem-col vc_gitem-col-align-"><div class="vc_custom_heading vc_gitem-post-data vc_gitem-post-data-source-post_title" ><h4 style="text-align: left" >State Officials Celebrate Anniversary Of Crisis Support Program</h4></div><div class="vc_custom_heading vc_gitem-post-data vc_gitem-post-data-source-post_excerpt" ><p style="text-align: left" ><p>The North Carolina Department of Health and Human Services this week celebrates three years of the 988 Suicide and Crisis Lifeline, which provides help and support for anyone suffering from&hellip;</p> </p></div><div class="vc_btn3-container vc_btn3-left"><a class="vc_general vc_btn3 vc_btn3-size-md vc_btn3-shape-rounded vc_btn3-style-flat vc_btn3-color-juicy-pink" a href="https://whky.com/state-officials-celebrate-anniversary-of-crisis-support-program/" class="vc_gitem-link vc_general vc_btn3 vc_general vc_btn3 vc_btn3-size-md vc_btn3-shape-rounded vc_btn3-style-flat vc_btn3-color-juicy-pink" title="Read more">Read more</a></div></div></div></div></div></div><div class="vc_clearfix"></div></div><div class="vc_grid-item vc_clearfix vc_col-sm-3 vc_grid-item-zone-c-bottom"><div class="vc_grid-item-mini vc_clearfix "><div class="vc_gitem-animated-block" ><div class="vc_gitem-zone vc_gitem-zone-a vc-gitem-zone-height-mode-auto vc-gitem-zone-height-mode-auto-1-1 vc_gitem-is-link" style="background-image: url('https://whky.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/07/Graduate-Nurses-Frye-Regional-071725-1024x492.jpg') !important;"><a href="https://whky.com/graduate-nurses-welcomed-at-frye-regional-medical-center/" title="Graduate Nurses Welcomed At Frye Regional Medical Center" class="vc_gitem-link vc-zone-link" ></a><img class="vc_gitem-zone-img" src="https://whky.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/07/Graduate-Nurses-Frye-Regional-071725-1024x492.jpg" alt="Graduate Nurses Welcomed At Frye Regional Medical Center" loading="lazy"><div class="vc_gitem-zone-mini"></div></div></div><div class="vc_gitem-zone vc_gitem-zone-c vc_custom_1419240516480"><div class="vc_gitem-zone-mini"><div class="vc_gitem_row vc_row vc_gitem-row-position-top"><div class="vc_col-sm-12 vc_gitem-col vc_gitem-col-align-"><div class="vc_custom_heading vc_gitem-post-data vc_gitem-post-data-source-post_title" ><h4 style="text-align: left" >Graduate Nurses Welcomed At Frye Regional Medical Center</h4></div><div class="vc_custom_heading vc_gitem-post-data vc_gitem-post-data-source-post_excerpt" ><p style="text-align: left" ><p>Frye Regional Medical Center welcomed its newest cohort of graduate nurses during a special signing day event celebrating the official launch of their nursing careers. Inspired by the tradition of&hellip;</p> </p></div><div class="vc_btn3-container vc_btn3-left"><a class="vc_general vc_btn3 vc_btn3-size-md vc_btn3-shape-rounded vc_btn3-style-flat vc_btn3-color-juicy-pink" a href="https://whky.com/graduate-nurses-welcomed-at-frye-regional-medical-center/" class="vc_gitem-link vc_general vc_btn3 vc_general vc_btn3 vc_btn3-size-md vc_btn3-shape-rounded vc_btn3-style-flat vc_btn3-color-juicy-pink" title="Read more">Read more</a></div></div></div></div></div></div><div class="vc_clearfix"></div></div><div class="vc_grid-item vc_clearfix vc_col-sm-3 vc_grid-item-zone-c-bottom"><div class="vc_grid-item-mini vc_clearfix "><div class="vc_gitem-animated-block" ><div class="vc_gitem-zone vc_gitem-zone-a vc-gitem-zone-height-mode-auto vc-gitem-zone-height-mode-auto-1-1 vc_gitem-is-link" style="background-image: url('https://whky.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/07/Morganton-Greenway-Reopening-Pic-One-071725.jpg') !important;"><a href="https://whky.com/large-portion-of-catawba-meadows-park-in-morganton-to-reopen-monday/" title="Large Portion Of Catawba Meadows Park In Morganton To Reopen Monday" class="vc_gitem-link vc-zone-link" ></a><img class="vc_gitem-zone-img" src="https://whky.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/07/Morganton-Greenway-Reopening-Pic-One-071725.jpg" alt="Large Portion Of Catawba Meadows Park In Morganton To Reopen Monday" loading="lazy"><div class="vc_gitem-zone-mini"></div></div></div><div class="vc_gitem-zone vc_gitem-zone-c vc_custom_1419240516480"><div class="vc_gitem-zone-mini"><div class="vc_gitem_row vc_row vc_gitem-row-position-top"><div class="vc_col-sm-12 vc_gitem-col vc_gitem-col-align-"><div class="vc_custom_heading vc_gitem-post-data vc_gitem-post-data-source-post_title" ><h4 style="text-align: left" >Large Portion Of Catawba Meadows Park In Morganton To Reopen Monday</h4></div><div class="vc_custom_heading vc_gitem-post-data vc_gitem-post-data-source-post_excerpt" ><p style="text-align: left" ><p>The City of Morganton announced that starting Monday, July 21, at noon, Catawba Meadows Park and an additional portion of the Catawba River Greenway will be reopened to the public.&hellip;</p> </p></div><div class="vc_btn3-container vc_btn3-left"><a class="vc_general vc_btn3 vc_btn3-size-md vc_btn3-shape-rounded vc_btn3-style-flat vc_btn3-color-juicy-pink" a href="https://whky.com/large-portion-of-catawba-meadows-park-in-morganton-to-reopen-monday/" class="vc_gitem-link vc_general vc_btn3 vc_general vc_btn3 vc_btn3-size-md vc_btn3-shape-rounded vc_btn3-style-flat vc_btn3-color-juicy-pink" title="Read more">Read more</a></div></div></div></div></div></div><div class="vc_clearfix"></div></div><div class="vc_grid-item vc_clearfix vc_col-sm-3 vc_grid-item-zone-c-bottom"><div class="vc_grid-item-mini vc_clearfix "><div class="vc_gitem-animated-block" ><div class="vc_gitem-zone vc_gitem-zone-a vc-gitem-zone-height-mode-auto vc-gitem-zone-height-mode-auto-1-1 vc_gitem-is-link" style="background-image: url('https://whky.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/07/Binji-and-Sgt-Goforth-071625.jpg') !important;"><a href="https://whky.com/iredell-county-k-9-retires/" title="Iredell County K-9 Retires" class="vc_gitem-link vc-zone-link" ></a><img class="vc_gitem-zone-img" src="https://whky.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/07/Binji-and-Sgt-Goforth-071625.jpg" alt="Iredell County K-9 Retires" loading="lazy"><div class="vc_gitem-zone-mini"></div></div></div><div class="vc_gitem-zone vc_gitem-zone-c vc_custom_1419240516480"><div class="vc_gitem-zone-mini"><div class="vc_gitem_row vc_row vc_gitem-row-position-top"><div class="vc_col-sm-12 vc_gitem-col vc_gitem-col-align-"><div class="vc_custom_heading vc_gitem-post-data vc_gitem-post-data-source-post_title" ><h4 style="text-align: left" >Iredell County K-9 Retires</h4></div><div class="vc_custom_heading vc_gitem-post-data vc_gitem-post-data-source-post_excerpt" ><p style="text-align: left" ><p>After 11 dedicated years of service, Canine Binji is officially retired from the Iredell County Sheriff’s Office. Throughout his career, Binji has worked on patrol alongside the department&#8217;s Deputies, specializing&hellip;</p> </p></div><div class="vc_btn3-container vc_btn3-left"><a class="vc_general vc_btn3 vc_btn3-size-md vc_btn3-shape-rounded vc_btn3-style-flat vc_btn3-color-juicy-pink" a href="https://whky.com/iredell-county-k-9-retires/" class="vc_gitem-link vc_general vc_btn3 vc_general vc_btn3 vc_btn3-size-md vc_btn3-shape-rounded vc_btn3-style-flat vc_btn3-color-juicy-pink" title="Read more">Read more</a></div></div></div></div></div></div><div class="vc_clearfix"></div></div><div class="vc_grid-item vc_clearfix vc_col-sm-3 vc_grid-item-zone-c-bottom"><div class="vc_grid-item-mini vc_clearfix "><div class="vc_gitem-animated-block" ><div class="vc_gitem-zone vc_gitem-zone-a vc-gitem-zone-height-mode-auto vc-gitem-zone-height-mode-auto-1-1 vc_gitem-is-link" style="background-image: url('https://whky.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/12/Caldwell-Co-Seal-121823.jpg') !important;"><a href="https://whky.com/caldwell-commissioners-to-hold-special-meeting-friday/" title="Caldwell Commissioners to Hold Special Meeting Friday" class="vc_gitem-link vc-zone-link" ></a><img class="vc_gitem-zone-img" src="https://whky.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/12/Caldwell-Co-Seal-121823.jpg" alt="Caldwell Commissioners to Hold Special Meeting Friday" loading="lazy"><div class="vc_gitem-zone-mini"></div></div></div><div class="vc_gitem-zone vc_gitem-zone-c vc_custom_1419240516480"><div class="vc_gitem-zone-mini"><div class="vc_gitem_row vc_row vc_gitem-row-position-top"><div class="vc_col-sm-12 vc_gitem-col vc_gitem-col-align-"><div class="vc_custom_heading vc_gitem-post-data vc_gitem-post-data-source-post_title" ><h4 style="text-align: left" >Caldwell Commissioners to Hold Special Meeting Friday</h4></div><div class="vc_custom_heading vc_gitem-post-data vc_gitem-post-data-source-post_excerpt" ><p style="text-align: left" ><p>The Caldwell County Board of Commissioners has called a special meeting to be held at 3 p.m. on Friday, July 18, in City-County Chambers, 905 West Avenue N.W. in Lenoir.&hellip;</p> </p></div><div class="vc_btn3-container vc_btn3-left"><a class="vc_general vc_btn3 vc_btn3-size-md vc_btn3-shape-rounded vc_btn3-style-flat vc_btn3-color-juicy-pink" a href="https://whky.com/caldwell-commissioners-to-hold-special-meeting-friday/" class="vc_gitem-link vc_general vc_btn3 vc_general vc_btn3 vc_btn3-size-md vc_btn3-shape-rounded vc_btn3-style-flat vc_btn3-color-juicy-pink" title="Read more">Read more</a></div></div></div></div></div></div><div class="vc_clearfix"></div></div><div class="vc_grid-item vc_clearfix vc_col-sm-3 vc_grid-item-zone-c-bottom"><div class="vc_grid-item-mini vc_clearfix "><div class="vc_gitem-animated-block" ><div class="vc_gitem-zone vc_gitem-zone-a vc-gitem-zone-height-mode-auto vc-gitem-zone-height-mode-auto-1-1 vc_gitem-is-link" style="background-image: url('https://whky.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/07/Wolfe-Heidi-Darlene-071625.jpg') !important;"><a href="https://whky.com/woman-charged-with-five-murders-released-on-bond/" title="Woman Charged With Five Murders Released On Bond" class="vc_gitem-link vc-zone-link" ></a><img class="vc_gitem-zone-img" src="https://whky.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/07/Wolfe-Heidi-Darlene-071625.jpg" alt="Woman Charged With Five Murders Released On Bond" loading="lazy"><div class="vc_gitem-zone-mini"></div></div></div><div class="vc_gitem-zone vc_gitem-zone-c vc_custom_1419240516480"><div class="vc_gitem-zone-mini"><div class="vc_gitem_row vc_row vc_gitem-row-position-top"><div class="vc_col-sm-12 vc_gitem-col vc_gitem-col-align-"><div class="vc_custom_heading vc_gitem-post-data vc_gitem-post-data-source-post_title" ><h4 style="text-align: left" >Woman Charged With Five Murders Released On Bond</h4></div><div class="vc_custom_heading vc_gitem-post-data vc_gitem-post-data-source-post_excerpt" ><p style="text-align: left" ><p>A woman charged in connection to five murders in Alexander County has been released on bond. 22-year-old Heidi Darlene Wolfe of Wilkes County is charged with five counts of first-degree&hellip;</p> </p></div><div class="vc_btn3-container vc_btn3-left"><a class="vc_general vc_btn3 vc_btn3-size-md vc_btn3-shape-rounded vc_btn3-style-flat vc_btn3-color-juicy-pink" a href="https://whky.com/woman-charged-with-five-murders-released-on-bond/" class="vc_gitem-link vc_general vc_btn3 vc_general vc_btn3 vc_btn3-size-md vc_btn3-shape-rounded vc_btn3-style-flat vc_btn3-color-juicy-pink" title="Read more">Read more</a></div></div></div></div></div></div><div class="vc_clearfix"></div></div><div class="vc_grid-item vc_clearfix vc_col-sm-3 vc_grid-item-zone-c-bottom"><div class="vc_grid-item-mini vc_clearfix "><div class="vc_gitem-animated-block" ><div class="vc_gitem-zone vc_gitem-zone-a vc-gitem-zone-height-mode-auto vc-gitem-zone-height-mode-auto-1-1 vc_gitem-is-link" style="background-image: url('https://whky.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/07/Presentation-To-Parks-Recreation-City-Council-Meeting-071625.jpg') !important;"><a href="https://whky.com/hickory-city-council-meets-approves-rezoning-request/" title="Hickory City Council Meets, Approves Rezoning Request, Presents Parks &#038; Rec Proclamation" class="vc_gitem-link vc-zone-link" ></a><img class="vc_gitem-zone-img" src="https://whky.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/07/Presentation-To-Parks-Recreation-City-Council-Meeting-071625.jpg" alt="Hickory City Council Meets, Approves Rezoning Request, Presents Parks & Rec Proclamation" loading="lazy"><div class="vc_gitem-zone-mini"></div></div></div><div class="vc_gitem-zone vc_gitem-zone-c vc_custom_1419240516480"><div class="vc_gitem-zone-mini"><div class="vc_gitem_row vc_row vc_gitem-row-position-top"><div class="vc_col-sm-12 vc_gitem-col vc_gitem-col-align-"><div class="vc_custom_heading vc_gitem-post-data vc_gitem-post-data-source-post_title" ><h4 style="text-align: left" >Hickory City Council Meets, Approves Rezoning Request, Presents Parks &#038; Rec Proclamation</h4></div><div class="vc_custom_heading vc_gitem-post-data vc_gitem-post-data-source-post_excerpt" ><p style="text-align: left" ><p>Hickory City Council met in regular session Tuesday (July 15). Minutes, second readings, and the consent agenda were all approved. A public hearing was held to discuss the rezoning of&hellip;</p> </p></div><div class="vc_btn3-container vc_btn3-left"><a class="vc_general vc_btn3 vc_btn3-size-md vc_btn3-shape-rounded vc_btn3-style-flat vc_btn3-color-juicy-pink" a href="https://whky.com/hickory-city-council-meets-approves-rezoning-request/" class="vc_gitem-link vc_general vc_btn3 vc_general vc_btn3 vc_btn3-size-md vc_btn3-shape-rounded vc_btn3-style-flat vc_btn3-color-juicy-pink" title="Read more">Read more</a></div></div></div></div></div></div><div class="vc_clearfix"></div></div><div class="vc_grid-item vc_clearfix vc_col-sm-3 vc_grid-item-zone-c-bottom"><div class="vc_grid-item-mini vc_clearfix "><div class="vc_gitem-animated-block" ><div class="vc_gitem-zone vc_gitem-zone-a vc-gitem-zone-height-mode-auto vc-gitem-zone-height-mode-auto-1-1 vc_gitem-is-link" style="background-image: url('https://whky.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/07/Troutman-Town-Hall-Sign-071025.jpg') !important;"><a href="https://whky.com/troutman-statesville-officials-discuss-wastewater-treatment-agreement/" title="Troutman &#038; Statesville Officials Discuss Wastewater Treatment Agreement" class="vc_gitem-link vc-zone-link" ></a><img class="vc_gitem-zone-img" src="https://whky.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/07/Troutman-Town-Hall-Sign-071025.jpg" alt="Troutman & Statesville Officials Discuss Wastewater Treatment Agreement" loading="lazy"><div class="vc_gitem-zone-mini"></div></div></div><div class="vc_gitem-zone vc_gitem-zone-c vc_custom_1419240516480"><div class="vc_gitem-zone-mini"><div class="vc_gitem_row vc_row vc_gitem-row-position-top"><div class="vc_col-sm-12 vc_gitem-col vc_gitem-col-align-"><div class="vc_custom_heading vc_gitem-post-data vc_gitem-post-data-source-post_title" ><h4 style="text-align: left" >Troutman &#038; Statesville Officials Discuss Wastewater Treatment Agreement</h4></div><div class="vc_custom_heading vc_gitem-post-data vc_gitem-post-data-source-post_excerpt" ><p style="text-align: left" ><p>At its agenda briefing last week Troutman Town Council discussed a proposed wastewater treatment agreement between Statesville and Troutman and offered a few changes. However, according to the Iredell Free&hellip;</p> </p></div><div class="vc_btn3-container vc_btn3-left"><a class="vc_general vc_btn3 vc_btn3-size-md vc_btn3-shape-rounded vc_btn3-style-flat vc_btn3-color-juicy-pink" a href="https://whky.com/troutman-statesville-officials-discuss-wastewater-treatment-agreement/" class="vc_gitem-link vc_general vc_btn3 vc_general vc_btn3 vc_btn3-size-md vc_btn3-shape-rounded vc_btn3-style-flat vc_btn3-color-juicy-pink" title="Read more">Read more</a></div></div></div></div></div></div><div class="vc_clearfix"></div></div><div class="vc_grid-item vc_clearfix vc_col-sm-3 vc_grid-item-zone-c-bottom"><div class="vc_grid-item-mini vc_clearfix "><div class="vc_gitem-animated-block" ><div class="vc_gitem-zone vc_gitem-zone-a vc-gitem-zone-height-mode-auto vc-gitem-zone-height-mode-auto-1-1 vc_gitem-is-link" style="background-image: url('https://whky.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/07/Crypto-Scam-Pic-071625.png') !important;"><a href="https://whky.com/statewide-effort-launched-to-prevent-cryptocurrency-scams/" title="Statewide Effort Launched To Prevent Cryptocurrency Scams" class="vc_gitem-link vc-zone-link" ></a><img class="vc_gitem-zone-img" src="https://whky.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/07/Crypto-Scam-Pic-071625.png" alt="Statewide Effort Launched To Prevent Cryptocurrency Scams" loading="lazy"><div class="vc_gitem-zone-mini"></div></div></div><div class="vc_gitem-zone vc_gitem-zone-c vc_custom_1419240516480"><div class="vc_gitem-zone-mini"><div class="vc_gitem_row vc_row vc_gitem-row-position-top"><div class="vc_col-sm-12 vc_gitem-col vc_gitem-col-align-"><div class="vc_custom_heading vc_gitem-post-data vc_gitem-post-data-source-post_title" ><h4 style="text-align: left" >Statewide Effort Launched To Prevent Cryptocurrency Scams</h4></div><div class="vc_custom_heading vc_gitem-post-data vc_gitem-post-data-source-post_excerpt" ><p style="text-align: left" ><p>Attorney General Jeff Jackson and Secretary of State Elaine Marshall joined AARP, the Wilmington Police Department, and United Way NC/NC 211 to launch a statewide effort to help prevent bitcoin&hellip;</p> </p></div><div class="vc_btn3-container vc_btn3-left"><a class="vc_general vc_btn3 vc_btn3-size-md vc_btn3-shape-rounded vc_btn3-style-flat vc_btn3-color-juicy-pink" a href="https://whky.com/statewide-effort-launched-to-prevent-cryptocurrency-scams/" class="vc_gitem-link vc_general vc_btn3 vc_general vc_btn3 vc_btn3-size-md vc_btn3-shape-rounded vc_btn3-style-flat vc_btn3-color-juicy-pink" title="Read more">Read more</a></div></div></div></div></div></div><div class="vc_clearfix"></div></div><div class="vc_grid-item vc_clearfix vc_col-sm-3 vc_grid-item-zone-c-bottom"><div class="vc_grid-item-mini vc_clearfix "><div class="vc_gitem-animated-block" ><div class="vc_gitem-zone vc_gitem-zone-a vc-gitem-zone-height-mode-auto vc-gitem-zone-height-mode-auto-1-1 vc_gitem-is-link" style="background-image: url('https://whky.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/07/Office-Of-State-Auditor-071625.jpg') !important;"><a href="https://whky.com/audit-shows-discovery-of-safety-vulnerabilities-in-n-c-medicaid-program/" title="Audit Shows Discovery Of Safety Vulnerabilities In N.C. Medicaid Program" class="vc_gitem-link vc-zone-link" ></a><img class="vc_gitem-zone-img" src="https://whky.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/07/Office-Of-State-Auditor-071625.jpg" alt="Audit Shows Discovery Of Safety Vulnerabilities In N.C. Medicaid Program" loading="lazy"><div class="vc_gitem-zone-mini"></div></div></div><div class="vc_gitem-zone vc_gitem-zone-c vc_custom_1419240516480"><div class="vc_gitem-zone-mini"><div class="vc_gitem_row vc_row vc_gitem-row-position-top"><div class="vc_col-sm-12 vc_gitem-col vc_gitem-col-align-"><div class="vc_custom_heading vc_gitem-post-data vc_gitem-post-data-source-post_title" ><h4 style="text-align: left" >Audit Shows Discovery Of Safety Vulnerabilities In N.C. Medicaid Program</h4></div><div class="vc_custom_heading vc_gitem-post-data vc_gitem-post-data-source-post_excerpt" ><p style="text-align: left" ><p>A new performance audit from the North Carolina Office of the State Auditor (OSA) found patient safety vulnerabilities in North Carolina’s Medicaid program. The vulnerabilities stem from the North Carolina&hellip;</p> </p></div><div class="vc_btn3-container vc_btn3-left"><a class="vc_general vc_btn3 vc_btn3-size-md vc_btn3-shape-rounded vc_btn3-style-flat vc_btn3-color-juicy-pink" a href="https://whky.com/audit-shows-discovery-of-safety-vulnerabilities-in-n-c-medicaid-program/" class="vc_gitem-link vc_general vc_btn3 vc_general vc_btn3 vc_btn3-size-md vc_btn3-shape-rounded vc_btn3-style-flat vc_btn3-color-juicy-pink" title="Read more">Read more</a></div></div></div></div></div></div><div class="vc_clearfix"></div></div><div class="vc_grid-item vc_clearfix vc_col-sm-3 vc_grid-item-zone-c-bottom"><div class="vc_grid-item-mini vc_clearfix "><div class="vc_gitem-animated-block" ><div class="vc_gitem-zone vc_gitem-zone-a vc-gitem-zone-height-mode-auto vc-gitem-zone-height-mode-auto-1-1 vc_gitem-is-link" style="background-image: url('https://whky.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/06/NCDMV-Text-Scams-Pic-060925.jpg') !important;"><a href="https://whky.com/authorities-continue-to-urge-n-c-residents-to-be-aware-of-dmv-scams/" title="Authorities Continue To Urge N.C. Residents To Be Aware Of DMV Scams" class="vc_gitem-link vc-zone-link" ></a><img class="vc_gitem-zone-img" src="https://whky.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/06/NCDMV-Text-Scams-Pic-060925.jpg" alt="Authorities Continue To Urge N.C. Residents To Be Aware Of DMV Scams" loading="lazy"><div class="vc_gitem-zone-mini"></div></div></div><div class="vc_gitem-zone vc_gitem-zone-c vc_custom_1419240516480"><div class="vc_gitem-zone-mini"><div class="vc_gitem_row vc_row vc_gitem-row-position-top"><div class="vc_col-sm-12 vc_gitem-col vc_gitem-col-align-"><div class="vc_custom_heading vc_gitem-post-data vc_gitem-post-data-source-post_title" ><h4 style="text-align: left" >Authorities Continue To Urge N.C. Residents To Be Aware Of DMV Scams</h4></div><div class="vc_custom_heading vc_gitem-post-data vc_gitem-post-data-source-post_excerpt" ><p style="text-align: left" ><p>State authorities report that scam text messages are continuing to circulate across North Carolina and nationwide with the sender claiming to be from the DMV. The scammer is demanding payment&hellip;</p> </p></div><div class="vc_btn3-container vc_btn3-left"><a class="vc_general vc_btn3 vc_btn3-size-md vc_btn3-shape-rounded vc_btn3-style-flat vc_btn3-color-juicy-pink" a href="https://whky.com/authorities-continue-to-urge-n-c-residents-to-be-aware-of-dmv-scams/" class="vc_gitem-link vc_general vc_btn3 vc_general vc_btn3 vc_btn3-size-md vc_btn3-shape-rounded vc_btn3-style-flat vc_btn3-color-juicy-pink" title="Read more">Read more</a></div></div></div></div></div></div><div class="vc_clearfix"></div></div><div class="vc_grid-item vc_clearfix vc_col-sm-3 vc_grid-item-zone-c-bottom"><div class="vc_grid-item-mini vc_clearfix "><div class="vc_gitem-animated-block" ><div class="vc_gitem-zone vc_gitem-zone-a vc-gitem-zone-height-mode-auto vc-gitem-zone-height-mode-auto-1-1 vc_gitem-is-link" style="background-image: url('https://whky.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/07/Farmer-Ruben-Hill-071525.jpg') !important;"><a href="https://whky.com/lincoln-county-authorities-seek-missing-man/" title="Lincoln County Authorities Seek Missing Man" class="vc_gitem-link vc-zone-link" ></a><img class="vc_gitem-zone-img" src="https://whky.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/07/Farmer-Ruben-Hill-071525.jpg" alt="Lincoln County Authorities Seek Missing Man" loading="lazy"><div class="vc_gitem-zone-mini"></div></div></div><div class="vc_gitem-zone vc_gitem-zone-c vc_custom_1419240516480"><div class="vc_gitem-zone-mini"><div class="vc_gitem_row vc_row vc_gitem-row-position-top"><div class="vc_col-sm-12 vc_gitem-col vc_gitem-col-align-"><div class="vc_custom_heading vc_gitem-post-data vc_gitem-post-data-source-post_title" ><h4 style="text-align: left" >Lincoln County Authorities Seek Missing Man</h4></div><div class="vc_custom_heading vc_gitem-post-data vc_gitem-post-data-source-post_excerpt" ><p style="text-align: left" ><p>Lincoln County Detectives are asking for the public’s help in locating a missing man. He is Ruben Hill Farmer. A missing person report was filed yesterday (July 14). Mr. Farmer&#8217;s&hellip;</p> </p></div><div class="vc_btn3-container vc_btn3-left"><a class="vc_general vc_btn3 vc_btn3-size-md vc_btn3-shape-rounded vc_btn3-style-flat vc_btn3-color-juicy-pink" a href="https://whky.com/lincoln-county-authorities-seek-missing-man/" class="vc_gitem-link vc_general vc_btn3 vc_general vc_btn3 vc_btn3-size-md vc_btn3-shape-rounded vc_btn3-style-flat vc_btn3-color-juicy-pink" title="Read more">Read more</a></div></div></div></div></div></div><div class="vc_clearfix"></div></div><div class="vc_grid-item vc_clearfix vc_col-sm-3 vc_grid-item-zone-c-bottom"><div class="vc_grid-item-mini vc_clearfix "><div class="vc_gitem-animated-block" ><div class="vc_gitem-zone vc_gitem-zone-a vc-gitem-zone-height-mode-auto vc-gitem-zone-height-mode-auto-1-1 vc_gitem-is-link" style="background-image: url('https://whky.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/04/HPD-Badge-042122.jpg') !important;"><a href="https://whky.com/hickory-police-provide-update-on-shooting-case-victims-name-released/" title="Hickory Police Provide Update on Shooting Case; Victim&#8217;s Name Released" class="vc_gitem-link vc-zone-link" ></a><img class="vc_gitem-zone-img" src="https://whky.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/04/HPD-Badge-042122.jpg" alt="Hickory Police Provide Update on Shooting Case; Victim's Name Released" loading="lazy"><div class="vc_gitem-zone-mini"></div></div></div><div class="vc_gitem-zone vc_gitem-zone-c vc_custom_1419240516480"><div class="vc_gitem-zone-mini"><div class="vc_gitem_row vc_row vc_gitem-row-position-top"><div class="vc_col-sm-12 vc_gitem-col vc_gitem-col-align-"><div class="vc_custom_heading vc_gitem-post-data vc_gitem-post-data-source-post_title" ><h4 style="text-align: left" >Hickory Police Provide Update on Shooting Case; Victim&#8217;s Name Released</h4></div><div class="vc_custom_heading vc_gitem-post-data vc_gitem-post-data-source-post_excerpt" ><p style="text-align: left" ><p>The Hickory Police Department is investigating a homicide that occurred on Monday (July 14) at Keating Pointe apartments at 2nd Street S.E. in Hickory. At approximately 5:40 p.m., Hickory Officers&hellip;</p> </p></div><div class="vc_btn3-container vc_btn3-left"><a class="vc_general vc_btn3 vc_btn3-size-md vc_btn3-shape-rounded vc_btn3-style-flat vc_btn3-color-juicy-pink" a href="https://whky.com/hickory-police-provide-update-on-shooting-case-victims-name-released/" class="vc_gitem-link vc_general vc_btn3 vc_general vc_btn3 vc_btn3-size-md vc_btn3-shape-rounded vc_btn3-style-flat vc_btn3-color-juicy-pink" title="Read more">Read more</a></div></div></div></div></div></div><div class="vc_clearfix"></div></div><div class="vc_grid-item vc_clearfix vc_col-sm-3 vc_grid-item-zone-c-bottom"><div class="vc_grid-item-mini vc_clearfix "><div class="vc_gitem-animated-block" ><div class="vc_gitem-zone vc_gitem-zone-a vc-gitem-zone-height-mode-auto vc-gitem-zone-height-mode-auto-1-1 vc_gitem-is-link" style="background-image: url('https://whky.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/07/Lightening-Bug-Boogie-Image-071525.png') !important;"><a href="https://whky.com/lightning-bug-boogie-5k-in-hickory-on-august-15-at-lake-hickory-trails/" title="Lightning Bug Boogie 5K in Hickory on August 15 at Lake Hickory Trails" class="vc_gitem-link vc-zone-link" ></a><img class="vc_gitem-zone-img" src="https://whky.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/07/Lightening-Bug-Boogie-Image-071525.png" alt="Lightning Bug Boogie 5K in Hickory on August 15 at Lake Hickory Trails" loading="lazy"><div class="vc_gitem-zone-mini"></div></div></div><div class="vc_gitem-zone vc_gitem-zone-c vc_custom_1419240516480"><div class="vc_gitem-zone-mini"><div class="vc_gitem_row vc_row vc_gitem-row-position-top"><div class="vc_col-sm-12 vc_gitem-col vc_gitem-col-align-"><div class="vc_custom_heading vc_gitem-post-data vc_gitem-post-data-source-post_title" ><h4 style="text-align: left" >Lightning Bug Boogie 5K in Hickory on August 15 at Lake Hickory Trails</h4></div><div class="vc_custom_heading vc_gitem-post-data vc_gitem-post-data-source-post_excerpt" ><p style="text-align: left" ><p>The Hickory Parks, Recreation &amp; Sports Tourism Department will host the Lightning Bug Boogie 5K Trail Run on Friday, Aug. 15, at 9 p.m. at the Lake Hickory Trails. This course&hellip;</p> </p></div><div class="vc_btn3-container vc_btn3-left"><a class="vc_general vc_btn3 vc_btn3-size-md vc_btn3-shape-rounded vc_btn3-style-flat vc_btn3-color-juicy-pink" a href="https://whky.com/lightning-bug-boogie-5k-in-hickory-on-august-15-at-lake-hickory-trails/" class="vc_gitem-link vc_general vc_btn3 vc_general vc_btn3 vc_btn3-size-md vc_btn3-shape-rounded vc_btn3-style-flat vc_btn3-color-juicy-pink" title="Read more">Read more</a></div></div></div></div></div></div><div class="vc_clearfix"></div></div><div class="vc_grid-item vc_clearfix vc_col-sm-3 vc_grid-item-zone-c-bottom"><div class="vc_grid-item-mini vc_clearfix "><div class="vc_gitem-animated-block" ><div class="vc_gitem-zone vc_gitem-zone-a vc-gitem-zone-height-mode-auto vc-gitem-zone-height-mode-auto-1-1 vc_gitem-is-link" style="background-image: url('https://whky.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/08/Catawba-Co-Schools-logo-080124.jpg') !important;"><a href="https://whky.com/catawba-county-schools-announces-funding-delay-that-will-affect-programs/" title="Catawba County Schools Announces Funding Delay, Officials Say This Will Affect Programs" class="vc_gitem-link vc-zone-link" ></a><img class="vc_gitem-zone-img" src="https://whky.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/08/Catawba-Co-Schools-logo-080124.jpg" alt="Catawba County Schools Announces Funding Delay, Officials Say This Will Affect Programs" loading="lazy"><div class="vc_gitem-zone-mini"></div></div></div><div class="vc_gitem-zone vc_gitem-zone-c vc_custom_1419240516480"><div class="vc_gitem-zone-mini"><div class="vc_gitem_row vc_row vc_gitem-row-position-top"><div class="vc_col-sm-12 vc_gitem-col vc_gitem-col-align-"><div class="vc_custom_heading vc_gitem-post-data vc_gitem-post-data-source-post_title" ><h4 style="text-align: left" >Catawba County Schools Announces Funding Delay, Officials Say This Will Affect Programs</h4></div><div class="vc_custom_heading vc_gitem-post-data vc_gitem-post-data-source-post_excerpt" ><p style="text-align: left" ><p>According to information released Monday (July 14), Catawba County Schools is facing a funding delay. On June 30, the U.S. Department of Education announced a pause in releasing federal education&hellip;</p> </p></div><div class="vc_btn3-container vc_btn3-left"><a class="vc_general vc_btn3 vc_btn3-size-md vc_btn3-shape-rounded vc_btn3-style-flat vc_btn3-color-juicy-pink" a href="https://whky.com/catawba-county-schools-announces-funding-delay-that-will-affect-programs/" class="vc_gitem-link vc_general vc_btn3 vc_general vc_btn3 vc_btn3-size-md vc_btn3-shape-rounded vc_btn3-style-flat vc_btn3-color-juicy-pink" title="Read more">Read more</a></div></div></div></div></div></div><div class="vc_clearfix"></div></div><div class="vc_grid-item vc_clearfix vc_col-sm-3 vc_grid-item-zone-c-bottom"><div class="vc_grid-item-mini vc_clearfix "><div class="vc_gitem-animated-block" ><div class="vc_gitem-zone vc_gitem-zone-a vc-gitem-zone-height-mode-auto vc-gitem-zone-height-mode-auto-1-1 vc_gitem-is-link" style="background-image: url('https://whky.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/05/Wittenburg-Access-Swim-Beach-Pic-052025.jpg') !important;"><a href="https://whky.com/bethlehem-swim-beach-closed-due-to-increased-e-coli-bacteria/" title="Bethlehem Swim Beach Reopens After Satisfactory Water Quality Testing" class="vc_gitem-link vc-zone-link" ></a><img class="vc_gitem-zone-img" src="https://whky.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/05/Wittenburg-Access-Swim-Beach-Pic-052025.jpg" alt="Bethlehem Swim Beach Reopens After Satisfactory Water Quality Testing" loading="lazy"><div class="vc_gitem-zone-mini"></div></div></div><div class="vc_gitem-zone vc_gitem-zone-c vc_custom_1419240516480"><div class="vc_gitem-zone-mini"><div class="vc_gitem_row vc_row vc_gitem-row-position-top"><div class="vc_col-sm-12 vc_gitem-col vc_gitem-col-align-"><div class="vc_custom_heading vc_gitem-post-data vc_gitem-post-data-source-post_title" ><h4 style="text-align: left" >Bethlehem Swim Beach Reopens After Satisfactory Water Quality Testing</h4></div><div class="vc_custom_heading vc_gitem-post-data vc_gitem-post-data-source-post_excerpt" ><p style="text-align: left" ><p>The Wittenburg Swim Beach in Bethlehem will reopen today (July 15) at 10:30 a.m. after satisfactory water quality testing. As previously reported on WHKY, after lab testing showed increased levels&hellip;</p> </p></div><div class="vc_btn3-container vc_btn3-left"><a class="vc_general vc_btn3 vc_btn3-size-md vc_btn3-shape-rounded vc_btn3-style-flat vc_btn3-color-juicy-pink" a href="https://whky.com/bethlehem-swim-beach-closed-due-to-increased-e-coli-bacteria/" class="vc_gitem-link vc_general vc_btn3 vc_general vc_btn3 vc_btn3-size-md vc_btn3-shape-rounded vc_btn3-style-flat vc_btn3-color-juicy-pink" title="Read more">Read more</a></div></div></div></div></div></div><div class="vc_clearfix"></div></div><div class="vc_grid-item vc_clearfix vc_col-sm-3 vc_grid-item-zone-c-bottom"><div class="vc_grid-item-mini vc_clearfix "><div class="vc_gitem-animated-block" ><div class="vc_gitem-zone vc_gitem-zone-a vc-gitem-zone-height-mode-auto vc-gitem-zone-height-mode-auto-1-1 vc_gitem-is-link" style="background-image: url('https://whky.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/07/Morganton-Apartment-Pic-071525.jpg') !important;"><a href="https://whky.com/firefighters-respond-to-blaze-at-morganton-apartment-complex/" title="Firefighters Respond To Blaze At Morganton Apartment Complex" class="vc_gitem-link vc-zone-link" ></a><img class="vc_gitem-zone-img" src="https://whky.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/07/Morganton-Apartment-Pic-071525.jpg" alt="Firefighters Respond To Blaze At Morganton Apartment Complex" loading="lazy"><div class="vc_gitem-zone-mini"></div></div></div><div class="vc_gitem-zone vc_gitem-zone-c vc_custom_1419240516480"><div class="vc_gitem-zone-mini"><div class="vc_gitem_row vc_row vc_gitem-row-position-top"><div class="vc_col-sm-12 vc_gitem-col vc_gitem-col-align-"><div class="vc_custom_heading vc_gitem-post-data vc_gitem-post-data-source-post_title" ><h4 style="text-align: left" >Firefighters Respond To Blaze At Morganton Apartment Complex</h4></div><div class="vc_custom_heading vc_gitem-post-data vc_gitem-post-data-source-post_excerpt" ><p style="text-align: left" ><p>On Sunday (July 13), at approximately 10:30 a.m., personnel from the Morganton Department of Public Safety responded to a reported structure fire at 504 Bethel Road. Upon arrival, crews saw&hellip;</p> </p></div><div class="vc_btn3-container vc_btn3-left"><a class="vc_general vc_btn3 vc_btn3-size-md vc_btn3-shape-rounded vc_btn3-style-flat vc_btn3-color-juicy-pink" a href="https://whky.com/firefighters-respond-to-blaze-at-morganton-apartment-complex/" class="vc_gitem-link vc_general vc_btn3 vc_general vc_btn3 vc_btn3-size-md vc_btn3-shape-rounded vc_btn3-style-flat vc_btn3-color-juicy-pink" title="Read more">Read more</a></div></div></div></div></div></div><div class="vc_clearfix"></div></div><div class="vc_grid-item vc_clearfix vc_col-sm-3 vc_grid-item-zone-c-bottom"><div class="vc_grid-item-mini vc_clearfix "><div class="vc_gitem-animated-block" ><div class="vc_gitem-zone vc_gitem-zone-a vc-gitem-zone-height-mode-auto vc-gitem-zone-height-mode-auto-1-1 vc_gitem-is-link" style="background-image: url('https://whky.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/07/Catawba-Co.-Sheriffs-Office-Sherrills-Ford-Location-Hours-Pic-071525.jpg') !important;"><a href="https://whky.com/catawba-county-sheriffs-office-sherrills-ford-location-to-reduce-hours/" title="Catawba County Sheriff&#8217;s Office Sherrills Ford Location To Reduce Hours" class="vc_gitem-link vc-zone-link" ></a><img class="vc_gitem-zone-img" src="https://whky.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/07/Catawba-Co.-Sheriffs-Office-Sherrills-Ford-Location-Hours-Pic-071525.jpg" alt="Catawba County Sheriff's Office Sherrills Ford Location To Reduce Hours" loading="lazy"><div class="vc_gitem-zone-mini"></div></div></div><div class="vc_gitem-zone vc_gitem-zone-c vc_custom_1419240516480"><div class="vc_gitem-zone-mini"><div class="vc_gitem_row vc_row vc_gitem-row-position-top"><div class="vc_col-sm-12 vc_gitem-col vc_gitem-col-align-"><div class="vc_custom_heading vc_gitem-post-data vc_gitem-post-data-source-post_title" ><h4 style="text-align: left" >Catawba County Sheriff&#8217;s Office Sherrills Ford Location To Reduce Hours</h4></div><div class="vc_custom_heading vc_gitem-post-data vc_gitem-post-data-source-post_excerpt" ><p style="text-align: left" ><p>Starting next week, the Catawba County Sheriff’s Office Sherrills Ford location will be open only on Wednesdays from 9 a.m. until 4 p.m. This change is in response to decreased&hellip;</p> </p></div><div class="vc_btn3-container vc_btn3-left"><a class="vc_general vc_btn3 vc_btn3-size-md vc_btn3-shape-rounded vc_btn3-style-flat vc_btn3-color-juicy-pink" a href="https://whky.com/catawba-county-sheriffs-office-sherrills-ford-location-to-reduce-hours/" class="vc_gitem-link vc_general vc_btn3 vc_general vc_btn3 vc_btn3-size-md vc_btn3-shape-rounded vc_btn3-style-flat vc_btn3-color-juicy-pink" title="Read more">Read more</a></div></div></div></div></div></div><div class="vc_clearfix"></div></div><div class="vc_grid-item vc_clearfix vc_col-sm-3 vc_grid-item-zone-c-bottom"><div class="vc_grid-item-mini vc_clearfix "><div class="vc_gitem-animated-block" ><div class="vc_gitem-zone vc_gitem-zone-a vc-gitem-zone-height-mode-auto vc-gitem-zone-height-mode-auto-1-1 vc_gitem-is-link" style="background-image: url('https://whky.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/01/NCDOJ-Seal-011122.jpg') !important;"><a href="https://whky.com/n-c-attorney-general-one-of-25-in-u-s-to-file-lawsuit-against-federal-government-related-to-education-funding/" title="N.C. Attorney General One Of 25 In U.S. To File Lawsuit Against Federal Government Related To Education Funding" class="vc_gitem-link vc-zone-link" ></a><img class="vc_gitem-zone-img" src="https://whky.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/01/NCDOJ-Seal-011122.jpg" alt="N.C. Attorney General One Of 25 In U.S. To File Lawsuit Against Federal Government Related To Education Funding" loading="lazy"><div class="vc_gitem-zone-mini"></div></div></div><div class="vc_gitem-zone vc_gitem-zone-c vc_custom_1419240516480"><div class="vc_gitem-zone-mini"><div class="vc_gitem_row vc_row vc_gitem-row-position-top"><div class="vc_col-sm-12 vc_gitem-col vc_gitem-col-align-"><div class="vc_custom_heading vc_gitem-post-data vc_gitem-post-data-source-post_title" ><h4 style="text-align: left" >N.C. Attorney General One Of 25 In U.S. To File Lawsuit Against Federal Government Related To Education Funding</h4></div><div class="vc_custom_heading vc_gitem-post-data vc_gitem-post-data-source-post_excerpt" ><p style="text-align: left" ><p>On Monday (July 14, Attorney General Jeff Jackson and 24 other states sued to prevent the federal government from cutting funds for North Carolina’s schools and educators. According to a&hellip;</p> </p></div><div class="vc_btn3-container vc_btn3-left"><a class="vc_general vc_btn3 vc_btn3-size-md vc_btn3-shape-rounded vc_btn3-style-flat vc_btn3-color-juicy-pink" a href="https://whky.com/n-c-attorney-general-one-of-25-in-u-s-to-file-lawsuit-against-federal-government-related-to-education-funding/" class="vc_gitem-link vc_general vc_btn3 vc_general vc_btn3 vc_btn3-size-md vc_btn3-shape-rounded vc_btn3-style-flat vc_btn3-color-juicy-pink" title="Read more">Read more</a></div></div></div></div></div></div><div class="vc_clearfix"></div></div><div class="vc_grid-item vc_clearfix vc_col-sm-3 vc_grid-item-zone-c-bottom"><div class="vc_grid-item-mini vc_clearfix "><div class="vc_gitem-animated-block" ><div class="vc_gitem-zone vc_gitem-zone-a vc-gitem-zone-height-mode-auto vc-gitem-zone-height-mode-auto-1-1 vc_gitem-is-link" style="background-image: url('https://whky.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/07/15th-Ave-NE-Closure-Map-Pic-071525-1024x791.jpg') !important;"><a href="https://whky.com/portion-of-hickory-road-to-be-closed-starting-today/" title="Portion Of Hickory Road To Be Closed Starting Today" class="vc_gitem-link vc-zone-link" ></a><img class="vc_gitem-zone-img" src="https://whky.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/07/15th-Ave-NE-Closure-Map-Pic-071525-1024x791.jpg" alt="Portion Of Hickory Road To Be Closed Starting Today" loading="lazy"><div class="vc_gitem-zone-mini"></div></div></div><div class="vc_gitem-zone vc_gitem-zone-c vc_custom_1419240516480"><div class="vc_gitem-zone-mini"><div class="vc_gitem_row vc_row vc_gitem-row-position-top"><div class="vc_col-sm-12 vc_gitem-col vc_gitem-col-align-"><div class="vc_custom_heading vc_gitem-post-data vc_gitem-post-data-source-post_title" ><h4 style="text-align: left" >Portion Of Hickory Road To Be Closed Starting Today</h4></div><div class="vc_custom_heading vc_gitem-post-data vc_gitem-post-data-source-post_excerpt" ><p style="text-align: left" ><p>Starting today (July 15), 15th Avenue NE in Hickory will be closed from the intersection with Springs Road NE to approximately 300 feet west for the installation of water and&hellip;</p> </p></div><div class="vc_btn3-container vc_btn3-left"><a class="vc_general vc_btn3 vc_btn3-size-md vc_btn3-shape-rounded vc_btn3-style-flat vc_btn3-color-juicy-pink" a href="https://whky.com/portion-of-hickory-road-to-be-closed-starting-today/" class="vc_gitem-link vc_general vc_btn3 vc_general vc_btn3 vc_btn3-size-md vc_btn3-shape-rounded vc_btn3-style-flat vc_btn3-color-juicy-pink" title="Read more">Read more</a></div></div></div></div></div></div><div class="vc_clearfix"></div></div><div class="vc_grid-item vc_clearfix vc_col-sm-3 vc_grid-item-zone-c-bottom"><div class="vc_grid-item-mini vc_clearfix "><div class="vc_gitem-animated-block" ><div class="vc_gitem-zone vc_gitem-zone-a vc-gitem-zone-height-mode-auto vc-gitem-zone-height-mode-auto-1-1 vc_gitem-is-link" style="background-image: url('https://whky.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/08/Interstate-77-Generic-Logo-081321.jpg') !important;"><a href="https://whky.com/ncdot-announces-upcoming-interstate-construction/" title="NCDOT Announces Upcoming Interstate Construction" class="vc_gitem-link vc-zone-link" ></a><img class="vc_gitem-zone-img" src="https://whky.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/08/Interstate-77-Generic-Logo-081321.jpg" alt="NCDOT Announces Upcoming Interstate Construction" loading="lazy"><div class="vc_gitem-zone-mini"></div></div></div><div class="vc_gitem-zone vc_gitem-zone-c vc_custom_1419240516480"><div class="vc_gitem-zone-mini"><div class="vc_gitem_row vc_row vc_gitem-row-position-top"><div class="vc_col-sm-12 vc_gitem-col vc_gitem-col-align-"><div class="vc_custom_heading vc_gitem-post-data vc_gitem-post-data-source-post_title" ><h4 style="text-align: left" >NCDOT Announces Upcoming Interstate Construction</h4></div><div class="vc_custom_heading vc_gitem-post-data vc_gitem-post-data-source-post_excerpt" ><p style="text-align: left" ><p>According to the North Carolina Department of Transportation (NCDOT), Iredell County drivers will soon have a smoother ride on approximately 12 miles of Interstate 77 in Iredell County. This is&hellip;</p> </p></div><div class="vc_btn3-container vc_btn3-left"><a class="vc_general vc_btn3 vc_btn3-size-md vc_btn3-shape-rounded vc_btn3-style-flat vc_btn3-color-juicy-pink" a href="https://whky.com/ncdot-announces-upcoming-interstate-construction/" class="vc_gitem-link vc_general vc_btn3 vc_general vc_btn3 vc_btn3-size-md vc_btn3-shape-rounded vc_btn3-style-flat vc_btn3-color-juicy-pink" title="Read more">Read more</a></div></div></div></div></div></div><div class="vc_clearfix"></div></div><div class="vc_grid-item vc_clearfix vc_col-sm-3 vc_grid-item-zone-c-bottom"><div class="vc_grid-item-mini vc_clearfix "><div class="vc_gitem-animated-block" ><div class="vc_gitem-zone vc_gitem-zone-a vc-gitem-zone-height-mode-auto vc-gitem-zone-height-mode-auto-1-1 vc_gitem-is-link" style="background-image: url('https://whky.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/09/Hickory-PD-New-Patch-2018-011118.jpg') !important;"><a href="https://whky.com/fatal-shooting-under-investigation-in-hickory/" title="Fatal Shooting Under Investigation In Hickory" class="vc_gitem-link vc-zone-link" ></a><img class="vc_gitem-zone-img" src="https://whky.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/09/Hickory-PD-New-Patch-2018-011118.jpg" alt="Fatal Shooting Under Investigation In Hickory" loading="lazy"><div class="vc_gitem-zone-mini"></div></div></div><div class="vc_gitem-zone vc_gitem-zone-c vc_custom_1419240516480"><div class="vc_gitem-zone-mini"><div class="vc_gitem_row vc_row vc_gitem-row-position-top"><div class="vc_col-sm-12 vc_gitem-col vc_gitem-col-align-"><div class="vc_custom_heading vc_gitem-post-data vc_gitem-post-data-source-post_title" ><h4 style="text-align: left" >Fatal Shooting Under Investigation In Hickory</h4></div><div class="vc_custom_heading vc_gitem-post-data vc_gitem-post-data-source-post_excerpt" ><p style="text-align: left" ><p>Hickory Police have reportedly responded to a fatal shooting at Keating Pointe Apartments. The apartment complex is located on 2nd Street SE in Hickory. According to published reports and information&hellip;</p> </p></div><div class="vc_btn3-container vc_btn3-left"><a class="vc_general vc_btn3 vc_btn3-size-md vc_btn3-shape-rounded vc_btn3-style-flat vc_btn3-color-juicy-pink" a href="https://whky.com/fatal-shooting-under-investigation-in-hickory/" class="vc_gitem-link vc_general vc_btn3 vc_general vc_btn3 vc_btn3-size-md vc_btn3-shape-rounded vc_btn3-style-flat vc_btn3-color-juicy-pink" title="Read more">Read more</a></div></div></div></div></div></div><div class="vc_clearfix"></div></div><div class="vc_grid-item vc_clearfix vc_col-sm-3 vc_grid-item-zone-c-bottom"><div class="vc_grid-item-mini vc_clearfix "><div class="vc_gitem-animated-block" ><div class="vc_gitem-zone vc_gitem-zone-a vc-gitem-zone-height-mode-auto vc-gitem-zone-height-mode-auto-1-1 vc_gitem-is-link" style="background-image: url('https://whky.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/07/Walker-Paige-071425.jpg') !important;"><a href="https://whky.com/hickory-city-schools-teacher-nominated-for-c-t-e-teacher-of-the-year-award/" title="Hickory City Schools Teacher Nominated for C.T.E. Teacher of the Year Award" class="vc_gitem-link vc-zone-link" ></a><img class="vc_gitem-zone-img" src="https://whky.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/07/Walker-Paige-071425.jpg" alt="Hickory City Schools Teacher Nominated for C.T.E. Teacher of the Year Award" loading="lazy"><div class="vc_gitem-zone-mini"></div></div></div><div class="vc_gitem-zone vc_gitem-zone-c vc_custom_1419240516480"><div class="vc_gitem-zone-mini"><div class="vc_gitem_row vc_row vc_gitem-row-position-top"><div class="vc_col-sm-12 vc_gitem-col vc_gitem-col-align-"><div class="vc_custom_heading vc_gitem-post-data vc_gitem-post-data-source-post_title" ><h4 style="text-align: left" >Hickory City Schools Teacher Nominated for C.T.E. Teacher of the Year Award</h4></div><div class="vc_custom_heading vc_gitem-post-data vc_gitem-post-data-source-post_excerpt" ><p style="text-align: left" ><p>Hickory City Schools has announced that Paige Walker, a Health Science Educator at Hickory Career &amp; Arts Magnet High School, has been selected as a finalist for the North Carolina&hellip;</p> </p></div><div class="vc_btn3-container vc_btn3-left"><a class="vc_general vc_btn3 vc_btn3-size-md vc_btn3-shape-rounded vc_btn3-style-flat vc_btn3-color-juicy-pink" a href="https://whky.com/hickory-city-schools-teacher-nominated-for-c-t-e-teacher-of-the-year-award/" class="vc_gitem-link vc_general vc_btn3 vc_general vc_btn3 vc_btn3-size-md vc_btn3-shape-rounded vc_btn3-style-flat vc_btn3-color-juicy-pink" title="Read more">Read more</a></div></div></div></div></div></div><div class="vc_clearfix"></div></div><div class="vc_grid-item vc_clearfix vc_col-sm-3 vc_grid-item-zone-c-bottom"><div class="vc_grid-item-mini vc_clearfix "><div class="vc_gitem-animated-block" ><div class="vc_gitem-zone vc_gitem-zone-a vc-gitem-zone-height-mode-auto vc-gitem-zone-height-mode-auto-1-1 vc_gitem-is-link" style="background-image: url('https://whky.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/07/Amanda-Sowards-683x1024.jpg') !important;"><a href="https://whky.com/ghccm-announces-interim-executive-director-rev-amanda-sowards/" title="GHCCM Announces Interim Executive Director Rev. Amanda Sowards" class="vc_gitem-link vc-zone-link" ></a><img class="vc_gitem-zone-img" src="https://whky.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/07/Amanda-Sowards-683x1024.jpg" alt="GHCCM Announces Interim Executive Director Rev. Amanda Sowards" loading="lazy"><div class="vc_gitem-zone-mini"></div></div></div><div class="vc_gitem-zone vc_gitem-zone-c vc_custom_1419240516480"><div class="vc_gitem-zone-mini"><div class="vc_gitem_row vc_row vc_gitem-row-position-top"><div class="vc_col-sm-12 vc_gitem-col vc_gitem-col-align-"><div class="vc_custom_heading vc_gitem-post-data vc_gitem-post-data-source-post_title" ><h4 style="text-align: left" >GHCCM Announces Interim Executive Director Rev. Amanda Sowards</h4></div><div class="vc_custom_heading vc_gitem-post-data vc_gitem-post-data-source-post_excerpt" ><p style="text-align: left" ><p>Greater Hickory Cooperative Christian Ministry (GHCCM) announces the appointment of Rev. Amanda Sowards as the Interim Executive Director of GHCCM. Pastor Amanda began her journey with GHCCM over a year&hellip;</p> </p></div><div class="vc_btn3-container vc_btn3-left"><a class="vc_general vc_btn3 vc_btn3-size-md vc_btn3-shape-rounded vc_btn3-style-flat vc_btn3-color-juicy-pink" a href="https://whky.com/ghccm-announces-interim-executive-director-rev-amanda-sowards/" class="vc_gitem-link vc_general vc_btn3 vc_general vc_btn3 vc_btn3-size-md vc_btn3-shape-rounded vc_btn3-style-flat vc_btn3-color-juicy-pink" title="Read more">Read more</a></div></div></div></div></div></div><div class="vc_clearfix"></div></div><div class="vc_grid-item vc_clearfix vc_col-sm-3 vc_grid-item-zone-c-bottom"><div class="vc_grid-item-mini vc_clearfix "><div class="vc_gitem-animated-block" ><div class="vc_gitem-zone vc_gitem-zone-a vc-gitem-zone-height-mode-auto vc-gitem-zone-height-mode-auto-1-1 vc_gitem-is-link" style="background-image: url('https://whky.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/07/Interbasin-Water-Transfer-Meeting-Pic-071624.jpg') !important;"><a href="https://whky.com/n-c-general-assembly-governor-place-moratorium-on-water-transfer-request-that-would-affect-hickory-metro/" title="N.C. General Assembly, Governor, Place Moratorium On Water Transfer Request That Would Affect Hickory Metro" class="vc_gitem-link vc-zone-link" ></a><img class="vc_gitem-zone-img" src="https://whky.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/07/Interbasin-Water-Transfer-Meeting-Pic-071624.jpg" alt="N.C. General Assembly, Governor, Place Moratorium On Water Transfer Request That Would Affect Hickory Metro" loading="lazy"><div class="vc_gitem-zone-mini"></div></div></div><div class="vc_gitem-zone vc_gitem-zone-c vc_custom_1419240516480"><div class="vc_gitem-zone-mini"><div class="vc_gitem_row vc_row vc_gitem-row-position-top"><div class="vc_col-sm-12 vc_gitem-col vc_gitem-col-align-"><div class="vc_custom_heading vc_gitem-post-data vc_gitem-post-data-source-post_title" ><h4 style="text-align: left" >N.C. General Assembly, Governor, Place Moratorium On Water Transfer Request That Would Affect Hickory Metro</h4></div><div class="vc_custom_heading vc_gitem-post-data vc_gitem-post-data-source-post_excerpt" ><p style="text-align: left" ><p>The North Carolina General Assembly took action recently that has resulted in a moratorium on a water transfer request that would affect the Greater Hickory Metro. House Bill 850, which&hellip;</p> </p></div><div class="vc_btn3-container vc_btn3-left"><a class="vc_general vc_btn3 vc_btn3-size-md vc_btn3-shape-rounded vc_btn3-style-flat vc_btn3-color-juicy-pink" a href="https://whky.com/n-c-general-assembly-governor-place-moratorium-on-water-transfer-request-that-would-affect-hickory-metro/" class="vc_gitem-link vc_general vc_btn3 vc_general vc_btn3 vc_btn3-size-md vc_btn3-shape-rounded vc_btn3-style-flat vc_btn3-color-juicy-pink" title="Read more">Read more</a></div></div></div></div></div></div><div class="vc_clearfix"></div></div><div class="vc_grid-item vc_clearfix vc_col-sm-3 vc_grid-item-zone-c-bottom"><div class="vc_grid-item-mini vc_clearfix "><div class="vc_gitem-animated-block" ><div class="vc_gitem-zone vc_gitem-zone-a vc-gitem-zone-height-mode-auto vc-gitem-zone-height-mode-auto-1-1 vc_gitem-is-link" style="background-image: url('https://whky.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/07/9th-Ave-Drive-NW-Map-Pic-071425-1024x532.jpg') !important;"><a href="https://whky.com/portion-of-road-near-hickory-airport-to-close-this-week/" title="Portion Of Road Near Hickory Airport To Close This Week" class="vc_gitem-link vc-zone-link" ></a><img class="vc_gitem-zone-img" src="https://whky.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/07/9th-Ave-Drive-NW-Map-Pic-071425-1024x532.jpg" alt="Portion Of Road Near Hickory Airport To Close This Week" loading="lazy"><div class="vc_gitem-zone-mini"></div></div></div><div class="vc_gitem-zone vc_gitem-zone-c vc_custom_1419240516480"><div class="vc_gitem-zone-mini"><div class="vc_gitem_row vc_row vc_gitem-row-position-top"><div class="vc_col-sm-12 vc_gitem-col vc_gitem-col-align-"><div class="vc_custom_heading vc_gitem-post-data vc_gitem-post-data-source-post_title" ><h4 style="text-align: left" >Portion Of Road Near Hickory Airport To Close This Week</h4></div><div class="vc_custom_heading vc_gitem-post-data vc_gitem-post-data-source-post_excerpt" ><p style="text-align: left" ><p>A road near Hickory Regional Airport will close for two days while N.C. Department of Transportation contractors install a pipe. Contractors will close Ninth Avenue Drive Northwest from Clement Boulevard&hellip;</p> </p></div><div class="vc_btn3-container vc_btn3-left"><a class="vc_general vc_btn3 vc_btn3-size-md vc_btn3-shape-rounded vc_btn3-style-flat vc_btn3-color-juicy-pink" a href="https://whky.com/portion-of-road-near-hickory-airport-to-close-this-week/" class="vc_gitem-link vc_general vc_btn3 vc_general vc_btn3 vc_btn3-size-md vc_btn3-shape-rounded vc_btn3-style-flat vc_btn3-color-juicy-pink" title="Read more">Read more</a></div></div></div></div></div></div><div class="vc_clearfix"></div></div><div class="vc_grid-item vc_clearfix vc_col-sm-3 vc_grid-item-zone-c-bottom"><div class="vc_grid-item-mini vc_clearfix "><div class="vc_gitem-animated-block" ><div class="vc_gitem-zone vc_gitem-zone-a vc-gitem-zone-height-mode-auto vc-gitem-zone-height-mode-auto-1-1 vc_gitem-is-link" style="background-image: url('https://whky.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/06/Burke-Co-Emergency-Mananagement-logo-062325.jpg') !important;"><a href="https://whky.com/officials-provide-additional-grace-heights-fire-update/" title="Officials Provide Additional Grace Heights Fire Update (Updated 4:15 a.m., 7/14/25)" class="vc_gitem-link vc-zone-link" ></a><img class="vc_gitem-zone-img" src="https://whky.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/06/Burke-Co-Emergency-Mananagement-logo-062325.jpg" alt="Officials Provide Additional Grace Heights Fire Update (Updated 4:15 a.m., 7/14/25)" loading="lazy"><div class="vc_gitem-zone-mini"></div></div></div><div class="vc_gitem-zone vc_gitem-zone-c vc_custom_1419240516480"><div class="vc_gitem-zone-mini"><div class="vc_gitem_row vc_row vc_gitem-row-position-top"><div class="vc_col-sm-12 vc_gitem-col vc_gitem-col-align-"><div class="vc_custom_heading vc_gitem-post-data vc_gitem-post-data-source-post_title" ><h4 style="text-align: left" >Officials Provide Additional Grace Heights Fire Update (Updated 4:15 a.m., 7/14/25)</h4></div><div class="vc_custom_heading vc_gitem-post-data vc_gitem-post-data-source-post_excerpt" ><p style="text-align: left" ><p>Residents of a Morganton retirement home were evacuated Sunday afternoon (July 13) as a result of a fire. According to information released by multiple agencies, emergency crews responded to a&hellip;</p> </p></div><div class="vc_btn3-container vc_btn3-left"><a class="vc_general vc_btn3 vc_btn3-size-md vc_btn3-shape-rounded vc_btn3-style-flat vc_btn3-color-juicy-pink" a href="https://whky.com/officials-provide-additional-grace-heights-fire-update/" class="vc_gitem-link vc_general vc_btn3 vc_general vc_btn3 vc_btn3-size-md vc_btn3-shape-rounded vc_btn3-style-flat vc_btn3-color-juicy-pink" title="Read more">Read more</a></div></div></div></div></div></div><div class="vc_clearfix"></div></div><div class="vc_grid-item vc_clearfix vc_col-sm-3 vc_grid-item-zone-c-bottom"><div class="vc_grid-item-mini vc_clearfix "><div class="vc_gitem-animated-block" ><div class="vc_gitem-zone vc_gitem-zone-a vc-gitem-zone-height-mode-auto vc-gitem-zone-height-mode-auto-1-1 vc_gitem-is-link" style="background-image: url('https://whky.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/07/IMG_0895-1024x646.jpeg') !important;"><a href="https://whky.com/fire-reported-at-burke-county-retirement-home/" title="Fire Reported At Burke County Retirement Home (Updated, 3:36 p.m. 7/13/25)" class="vc_gitem-link vc-zone-link" ></a><img class="vc_gitem-zone-img" src="https://whky.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/07/IMG_0895-1024x646.jpeg" alt="Fire Reported At Burke County Retirement Home (Updated, 3:36 p.m. 7/13/25)" loading="lazy"><div class="vc_gitem-zone-mini"></div></div></div><div class="vc_gitem-zone vc_gitem-zone-c vc_custom_1419240516480"><div class="vc_gitem-zone-mini"><div class="vc_gitem_row vc_row vc_gitem-row-position-top"><div class="vc_col-sm-12 vc_gitem-col vc_gitem-col-align-"><div class="vc_custom_heading vc_gitem-post-data vc_gitem-post-data-source-post_title" ><h4 style="text-align: left" >Fire Reported At Burke County Retirement Home (Updated, 3:36 p.m. 7/13/25)</h4></div><div class="vc_custom_heading vc_gitem-post-data vc_gitem-post-data-source-post_excerpt" ><p style="text-align: left" ><p>According to a news release issued at 2 p.m. today (July 13), emergency crews were on the scene of a structure fire at Grace Heights Rehabilitation Center at 109 Foothills&hellip;</p> </p></div><div class="vc_btn3-container vc_btn3-left"><a class="vc_general vc_btn3 vc_btn3-size-md vc_btn3-shape-rounded vc_btn3-style-flat vc_btn3-color-juicy-pink" a href="https://whky.com/fire-reported-at-burke-county-retirement-home/" class="vc_gitem-link vc_general vc_btn3 vc_general vc_btn3 vc_btn3-size-md vc_btn3-shape-rounded vc_btn3-style-flat vc_btn3-color-juicy-pink" title="Read more">Read more</a></div></div></div></div></div></div><div class="vc_clearfix"></div></div><div class="vc_grid-item vc_clearfix vc_col-sm-3 vc_grid-item-zone-c-bottom"><div class="vc_grid-item-mini vc_clearfix "><div class="vc_gitem-animated-block" ><div class="vc_gitem-zone vc_gitem-zone-a vc-gitem-zone-height-mode-auto vc-gitem-zone-height-mode-auto-1-1 vc_gitem-is-link" style="background-image: url('https://whky.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/07/IMG_0882.jpeg') !important;"><a href="https://whky.com/man-struck-by-lightning-on-golf-course/" title="Man Struck By Lightning On Golf Course" class="vc_gitem-link vc-zone-link" ></a><img class="vc_gitem-zone-img" src="https://whky.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/07/IMG_0882.jpeg" alt="Man Struck By Lightning On Golf Course" loading="lazy"><div class="vc_gitem-zone-mini"></div></div></div><div class="vc_gitem-zone vc_gitem-zone-c vc_custom_1419240516480"><div class="vc_gitem-zone-mini"><div class="vc_gitem_row vc_row vc_gitem-row-position-top"><div class="vc_col-sm-12 vc_gitem-col vc_gitem-col-align-"><div class="vc_custom_heading vc_gitem-post-data vc_gitem-post-data-source-post_title" ><h4 style="text-align: left" >Man Struck By Lightning On Golf Course</h4></div><div class="vc_custom_heading vc_gitem-post-data vc_gitem-post-data-source-post_excerpt" ><p style="text-align: left" ><p>According to published reports, a person was struck by lightning Saturday afternoon (July 12) at Brushy Mountain Golf Club in Taylorsville. The victim, a male in his 50s, has been&hellip;</p> </p></div><div class="vc_btn3-container vc_btn3-left"><a class="vc_general vc_btn3 vc_btn3-size-md vc_btn3-shape-rounded vc_btn3-style-flat vc_btn3-color-juicy-pink" a href="https://whky.com/man-struck-by-lightning-on-golf-course/" class="vc_gitem-link vc_general vc_btn3 vc_general vc_btn3 vc_btn3-size-md vc_btn3-shape-rounded vc_btn3-style-flat vc_btn3-color-juicy-pink" title="Read more">Read more</a></div></div></div></div></div></div><div class="vc_clearfix"></div></div><div class="vc_grid-item vc_clearfix vc_col-sm-3 vc_grid-item-zone-c-bottom"><div class="vc_grid-item-mini vc_clearfix "><div class="vc_gitem-animated-block" ><div class="vc_gitem-zone vc_gitem-zone-a vc-gitem-zone-height-mode-auto vc-gitem-zone-height-mode-auto-1-1 vc_gitem-is-link" style="background-image: url('https://whky.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/07/IMG_0873.jpeg') !important;"><a href="https://whky.com/vandalism-incidents-reported-overnight-authorities-in-morganton-seeking-assistance/" title="Vandalism Incidents Reported Overnight, Authorities In Morganton Seeking Assistance" class="vc_gitem-link vc-zone-link" ></a><img class="vc_gitem-zone-img" src="https://whky.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/07/IMG_0873.jpeg" alt="Vandalism Incidents Reported Overnight, Authorities In Morganton Seeking Assistance" loading="lazy"><div class="vc_gitem-zone-mini"></div></div></div><div class="vc_gitem-zone vc_gitem-zone-c vc_custom_1419240516480"><div class="vc_gitem-zone-mini"><div class="vc_gitem_row vc_row vc_gitem-row-position-top"><div class="vc_col-sm-12 vc_gitem-col vc_gitem-col-align-"><div class="vc_custom_heading vc_gitem-post-data vc_gitem-post-data-source-post_title" ><h4 style="text-align: left" >Vandalism Incidents Reported Overnight, Authorities In Morganton Seeking Assistance</h4></div><div class="vc_custom_heading vc_gitem-post-data vc_gitem-post-data-source-post_excerpt" ><p style="text-align: left" ><p>Between the hours of 3:00 a.m. and 4:00 a.m., Saturday (July 12) a series of vandalism incidents occurred along West Union Street, South King Street, and West Meeting Street. Morganton&hellip;</p> </p></div><div class="vc_btn3-container vc_btn3-left"><a class="vc_general vc_btn3 vc_btn3-size-md vc_btn3-shape-rounded vc_btn3-style-flat vc_btn3-color-juicy-pink" a href="https://whky.com/vandalism-incidents-reported-overnight-authorities-in-morganton-seeking-assistance/" class="vc_gitem-link vc_general vc_btn3 vc_general vc_btn3 vc_btn3-size-md vc_btn3-shape-rounded vc_btn3-style-flat vc_btn3-color-juicy-pink" title="Read more">Read more</a></div></div></div></div></div></div><div class="vc_clearfix"></div></div><div class="vc_grid-item vc_clearfix vc_col-sm-3 vc_grid-item-zone-c-bottom"><div class="vc_grid-item-mini vc_clearfix "><div class="vc_gitem-animated-block" ><div class="vc_gitem-zone vc_gitem-zone-a vc-gitem-zone-height-mode-auto vc-gitem-zone-height-mode-auto-1-1 vc_gitem-is-link" style="background-image: url('https://whky.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/07/Decision-2025-Pic-071125-1024x576.jpg') !important;"><a href="https://whky.com/election-filing-period-underway-several-candidates-have-filed-in-catawba-county/" title="Election Filing Period Underway, Several Candidates Have Filed In Catawba County" class="vc_gitem-link vc-zone-link" ></a><img class="vc_gitem-zone-img" src="https://whky.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/07/Decision-2025-Pic-071125-1024x576.jpg" alt="Election Filing Period Underway, Several Candidates Have Filed In Catawba County" loading="lazy"><div class="vc_gitem-zone-mini"></div></div></div><div class="vc_gitem-zone vc_gitem-zone-c vc_custom_1419240516480"><div class="vc_gitem-zone-mini"><div class="vc_gitem_row vc_row vc_gitem-row-position-top"><div class="vc_col-sm-12 vc_gitem-col vc_gitem-col-align-"><div class="vc_custom_heading vc_gitem-post-data vc_gitem-post-data-source-post_title" ><h4 style="text-align: left" >Election Filing Period Underway, Several Candidates Have Filed In Catawba County</h4></div><div class="vc_custom_heading vc_gitem-post-data vc_gitem-post-data-source-post_excerpt" ><p style="text-align: left" ><p>The filing period is underway for candidates seeking seats being contested in the 2025 municipal elections. Several candidates have already filed in Catawba County. There are races for Mayor and&hellip;</p> </p></div><div class="vc_btn3-container vc_btn3-left"><a class="vc_general vc_btn3 vc_btn3-size-md vc_btn3-shape-rounded vc_btn3-style-flat vc_btn3-color-juicy-pink" a href="https://whky.com/election-filing-period-underway-several-candidates-have-filed-in-catawba-county/" class="vc_gitem-link vc_general vc_btn3 vc_general vc_btn3 vc_btn3-size-md vc_btn3-shape-rounded vc_btn3-style-flat vc_btn3-color-juicy-pink" title="Read more">Read more</a></div></div></div></div></div></div><div class="vc_clearfix"></div></div><div class="vc_grid-item vc_clearfix vc_col-sm-3 vc_grid-item-zone-c-bottom"><div class="vc_grid-item-mini vc_clearfix "><div class="vc_gitem-animated-block" ><div class="vc_gitem-zone vc_gitem-zone-a vc-gitem-zone-height-mode-auto vc-gitem-zone-height-mode-auto-1-1 vc_gitem-is-link" style="background-image: url('https://whky.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/08/NC-Dept-Of-Commerce-Pic-082024.jpg') !important;"><a href="https://whky.com/small-business-recovery-projects-announced-for-hickory-metro-municipalities/" title="Small Business Recovery Projects Announced For Hickory Metro Municipalities" class="vc_gitem-link vc-zone-link" ></a><img class="vc_gitem-zone-img" src="https://whky.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/08/NC-Dept-Of-Commerce-Pic-082024.jpg" alt="Small Business Recovery Projects Announced For Hickory Metro Municipalities" loading="lazy"><div class="vc_gitem-zone-mini"></div></div></div><div class="vc_gitem-zone vc_gitem-zone-c vc_custom_1419240516480"><div class="vc_gitem-zone-mini"><div class="vc_gitem_row vc_row vc_gitem-row-position-top"><div class="vc_col-sm-12 vc_gitem-col vc_gitem-col-align-"><div class="vc_custom_heading vc_gitem-post-data vc_gitem-post-data-source-post_title" ><h4 style="text-align: left" >Small Business Recovery Projects Announced For Hickory Metro Municipalities</h4></div><div class="vc_custom_heading vc_gitem-post-data vc_gitem-post-data-source-post_excerpt" ><p style="text-align: left" ><p>Governor Josh Stein has announced that nine small business recovery projects in western North Carolina have been awarded grants from the North Carolina Department of Commerce’s new Hurricane Helene recovery&hellip;</p> </p></div><div class="vc_btn3-container vc_btn3-left"><a class="vc_general vc_btn3 vc_btn3-size-md vc_btn3-shape-rounded vc_btn3-style-flat vc_btn3-color-juicy-pink" a href="https://whky.com/small-business-recovery-projects-announced-for-hickory-metro-municipalities/" class="vc_gitem-link vc_general vc_btn3 vc_general vc_btn3 vc_btn3-size-md vc_btn3-shape-rounded vc_btn3-style-flat vc_btn3-color-juicy-pink" title="Read more">Read more</a></div></div></div></div></div></div><div class="vc_clearfix"></div></div><div class="vc_grid-item vc_clearfix vc_col-sm-3 vc_grid-item-zone-c-bottom"><div class="vc_grid-item-mini vc_clearfix "><div class="vc_gitem-animated-block" ><div class="vc_gitem-zone vc_gitem-zone-a vc-gitem-zone-height-mode-auto vc-gitem-zone-height-mode-auto-1-1 vc_gitem-is-link" style="background-image: url('https://whky.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/07/Attorney-General-Statement-On-Opioid-Settlement-071125-1024x576.jpg') !important;"><a href="https://whky.com/n-c-attorney-general-secures-720-million-from-opioid-manufacturers/" title="N.C. Attorney General Secures $720 Million From Opioid Manufacturers" class="vc_gitem-link vc-zone-link" ></a><img class="vc_gitem-zone-img" src="https://whky.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/07/Attorney-General-Statement-On-Opioid-Settlement-071125-1024x576.jpg" alt="N.C. Attorney General Secures $720 Million From Opioid Manufacturers" loading="lazy"><div class="vc_gitem-zone-mini"></div></div></div><div class="vc_gitem-zone vc_gitem-zone-c vc_custom_1419240516480"><div class="vc_gitem-zone-mini"><div class="vc_gitem_row vc_row vc_gitem-row-position-top"><div class="vc_col-sm-12 vc_gitem-col vc_gitem-col-align-"><div class="vc_custom_heading vc_gitem-post-data vc_gitem-post-data-source-post_title" ><h4 style="text-align: left" >N.C. Attorney General Secures $720 Million From Opioid Manufacturers</h4></div><div class="vc_custom_heading vc_gitem-post-data vc_gitem-post-data-source-post_excerpt" ><p style="text-align: left" ><p>On Thursday (July 10) N.C. Attorney General Jeff Jackson announced that he has secured $720 million nationwide in settlements with eight drug makers that manufactured opioid pills and worsened the&hellip;</p> </p></div><div class="vc_btn3-container vc_btn3-left"><a class="vc_general vc_btn3 vc_btn3-size-md vc_btn3-shape-rounded vc_btn3-style-flat vc_btn3-color-juicy-pink" a href="https://whky.com/n-c-attorney-general-secures-720-million-from-opioid-manufacturers/" class="vc_gitem-link vc_general vc_btn3 vc_general vc_btn3 vc_btn3-size-md vc_btn3-shape-rounded vc_btn3-style-flat vc_btn3-color-juicy-pink" title="Read more">Read more</a></div></div></div></div></div></div><div class="vc_clearfix"></div></div><div class="vc_grid-item vc_clearfix vc_col-sm-3 vc_grid-item-zone-c-bottom"><div class="vc_grid-item-mini vc_clearfix "><div class="vc_gitem-animated-block" ><div class="vc_gitem-zone vc_gitem-zone-a vc-gitem-zone-height-mode-auto vc-gitem-zone-height-mode-auto-1-1 vc_gitem-is-link" style="background-image: url('https://whky.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/07/North-Carolina-Top-State-For-Business-CNBC-Photo-071125.jpg') !important;"><a href="https://whky.com/cnbc-recognizes-north-carolina-as-top-business-state/" title="CNBC Recognizes North Carolina As Top Business State" class="vc_gitem-link vc-zone-link" ></a><img class="vc_gitem-zone-img" src="https://whky.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/07/North-Carolina-Top-State-For-Business-CNBC-Photo-071125.jpg" alt="CNBC Recognizes North Carolina As Top Business State" loading="lazy"><div class="vc_gitem-zone-mini"></div></div></div><div class="vc_gitem-zone vc_gitem-zone-c vc_custom_1419240516480"><div class="vc_gitem-zone-mini"><div class="vc_gitem_row vc_row vc_gitem-row-position-top"><div class="vc_col-sm-12 vc_gitem-col vc_gitem-col-align-"><div class="vc_custom_heading vc_gitem-post-data vc_gitem-post-data-source-post_title" ><h4 style="text-align: left" >CNBC Recognizes North Carolina As Top Business State</h4></div><div class="vc_custom_heading vc_gitem-post-data vc_gitem-post-data-source-post_excerpt" ><p style="text-align: left" ><p>North Carolina has been recognized as the Top State for Business by CNBC. This announcement marks the third time in the last four years that the state has earned the&hellip;</p> </p></div><div class="vc_btn3-container vc_btn3-left"><a class="vc_general vc_btn3 vc_btn3-size-md vc_btn3-shape-rounded vc_btn3-style-flat vc_btn3-color-juicy-pink" a href="https://whky.com/cnbc-recognizes-north-carolina-as-top-business-state/" class="vc_gitem-link vc_general vc_btn3 vc_general vc_btn3 vc_btn3-size-md vc_btn3-shape-rounded vc_btn3-style-flat vc_btn3-color-juicy-pink" title="Read more">Read more</a></div></div></div></div></div></div><div class="vc_clearfix"></div></div><div class="vc_grid-item vc_clearfix vc_col-sm-3 vc_grid-item-zone-c-bottom"><div class="vc_grid-item-mini vc_clearfix "><div class="vc_gitem-animated-block" ><div class="vc_gitem-zone vc_gitem-zone-a vc-gitem-zone-height-mode-auto vc-gitem-zone-height-mode-auto-1-1 vc_gitem-is-link" style="background-image: url('https://whky.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/07/North-Center-Street-Closing-Map-071125.jpg') !important;"><a href="https://whky.com/road-closure-announced-in-hickory/" title="Road Closure Announced In Hickory" class="vc_gitem-link vc-zone-link" ></a><img class="vc_gitem-zone-img" src="https://whky.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/07/North-Center-Street-Closing-Map-071125.jpg" alt="Road Closure Announced In Hickory" loading="lazy"><div class="vc_gitem-zone-mini"></div></div></div><div class="vc_gitem-zone vc_gitem-zone-c vc_custom_1419240516480"><div class="vc_gitem-zone-mini"><div class="vc_gitem_row vc_row vc_gitem-row-position-top"><div class="vc_col-sm-12 vc_gitem-col vc_gitem-col-align-"><div class="vc_custom_heading vc_gitem-post-data vc_gitem-post-data-source-post_title" ><h4 style="text-align: left" >Road Closure Announced In Hickory</h4></div><div class="vc_custom_heading vc_gitem-post-data vc_gitem-post-data-source-post_excerpt" ><p style="text-align: left" ><p>Starting on Monday, July 14, North Center Street will be closed in Hickory from Third Avenue NE to Fifth Avenue NE to repair damaged sewer infrastructure. Third Avenue NE will&hellip;</p> </p></div><div class="vc_btn3-container vc_btn3-left"><a class="vc_general vc_btn3 vc_btn3-size-md vc_btn3-shape-rounded vc_btn3-style-flat vc_btn3-color-juicy-pink" a href="https://whky.com/road-closure-announced-in-hickory/" class="vc_gitem-link vc_general vc_btn3 vc_general vc_btn3 vc_btn3-size-md vc_btn3-shape-rounded vc_btn3-style-flat vc_btn3-color-juicy-pink" title="Read more">Read more</a></div></div></div></div></div></div><div class="vc_clearfix"></div></div><div class="vc_grid-item vc_clearfix vc_col-sm-3 vc_grid-item-zone-c-bottom"><div class="vc_grid-item-mini vc_clearfix "><div class="vc_gitem-animated-block" ><div class="vc_gitem-zone vc_gitem-zone-a vc-gitem-zone-height-mode-auto vc-gitem-zone-height-mode-auto-1-1 vc_gitem-is-link" style="background-image: url('https://whky.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/01/Catawba-and-Lincoln-Co-Seal-combo-011425.jpg') !important;"><a href="https://whky.com/catawba-lincoln-boundary-reverted-to-line-established-in-2020-census-february-decision-invalidated/" title="Catawba/Lincoln Boundary Reverted To Line Established In 2020 Census, February Decision Invalidated" class="vc_gitem-link vc-zone-link" ></a><img class="vc_gitem-zone-img" src="https://whky.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/01/Catawba-and-Lincoln-Co-Seal-combo-011425.jpg" alt="Catawba/Lincoln Boundary Reverted To Line Established In 2020 Census, February Decision Invalidated" loading="lazy"><div class="vc_gitem-zone-mini"></div></div></div><div class="vc_gitem-zone vc_gitem-zone-c vc_custom_1419240516480"><div class="vc_gitem-zone-mini"><div class="vc_gitem_row vc_row vc_gitem-row-position-top"><div class="vc_col-sm-12 vc_gitem-col vc_gitem-col-align-"><div class="vc_custom_heading vc_gitem-post-data vc_gitem-post-data-source-post_title" ><h4 style="text-align: left" >Catawba/Lincoln Boundary Reverted To Line Established In 2020 Census, February Decision Invalidated</h4></div><div class="vc_custom_heading vc_gitem-post-data vc_gitem-post-data-source-post_excerpt" ><p style="text-align: left" ><p>According to Catawba County officials, the  General Assembly of North Carolina recently adopted Session Law 2025-30, which defines the Lincoln-Catawba County boundary line as the 2020 Census Line. The law&hellip;</p> </p></div><div class="vc_btn3-container vc_btn3-left"><a class="vc_general vc_btn3 vc_btn3-size-md vc_btn3-shape-rounded vc_btn3-style-flat vc_btn3-color-juicy-pink" a href="https://whky.com/catawba-lincoln-boundary-reverted-to-line-established-in-2020-census-february-decision-invalidated/" class="vc_gitem-link vc_general vc_btn3 vc_general vc_btn3 vc_btn3-size-md vc_btn3-shape-rounded vc_btn3-style-flat vc_btn3-color-juicy-pink" title="Read more">Read more</a></div></div></div></div></div></div><div class="vc_clearfix"></div></div><div class="vc_grid-item vc_clearfix vc_col-sm-3 vc_grid-item-zone-c-bottom"><div class="vc_grid-item-mini vc_clearfix "><div class="vc_gitem-animated-block" ><div class="vc_gitem-zone vc_gitem-zone-a vc-gitem-zone-height-mode-auto vc-gitem-zone-height-mode-auto-1-1 vc_gitem-is-link" style="background-image: url('https://whky.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/07/Alexander-County-Fire-Marshal-logo-071025.jpg') !important;"><a href="https://whky.com/two-fires-one-caused-by-lightning-one-by-arson-in-alexander-county/" title="Two Fires, One Caused by Lightning &#038; One by Arson, in Alexander County" class="vc_gitem-link vc-zone-link" ></a><img class="vc_gitem-zone-img" src="https://whky.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/07/Alexander-County-Fire-Marshal-logo-071025.jpg" alt="Two Fires, One Caused by Lightning & One by Arson, in Alexander County" loading="lazy"><div class="vc_gitem-zone-mini"></div></div></div><div class="vc_gitem-zone vc_gitem-zone-c vc_custom_1419240516480"><div class="vc_gitem-zone-mini"><div class="vc_gitem_row vc_row vc_gitem-row-position-top"><div class="vc_col-sm-12 vc_gitem-col vc_gitem-col-align-"><div class="vc_custom_heading vc_gitem-post-data vc_gitem-post-data-source-post_title" ><h4 style="text-align: left" >Two Fires, One Caused by Lightning &#038; One by Arson, in Alexander County</h4></div><div class="vc_custom_heading vc_gitem-post-data vc_gitem-post-data-source-post_excerpt" ><p style="text-align: left" ><p>According to our news partner, WACB, two fires were reported in Alexander County. One was reported at about 9:35 Wednesday night (July 9) and was the result of a lightning&hellip;</p> </p></div><div class="vc_btn3-container vc_btn3-left"><a class="vc_general vc_btn3 vc_btn3-size-md vc_btn3-shape-rounded vc_btn3-style-flat vc_btn3-color-juicy-pink" a href="https://whky.com/two-fires-one-caused-by-lightning-one-by-arson-in-alexander-county/" class="vc_gitem-link vc_general vc_btn3 vc_general vc_btn3 vc_btn3-size-md vc_btn3-shape-rounded vc_btn3-style-flat vc_btn3-color-juicy-pink" title="Read more">Read more</a></div></div></div></div></div></div><div class="vc_clearfix"></div></div><div class="vc_grid-item vc_clearfix vc_col-sm-3 vc_grid-item-zone-c-bottom"><div class="vc_grid-item-mini vc_clearfix "><div class="vc_gitem-animated-block" ><div class="vc_gitem-zone vc_gitem-zone-a vc-gitem-zone-height-mode-auto vc-gitem-zone-height-mode-auto-1-1 vc_gitem-is-link" style="background-image: url('https://whky.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/07/Troutman-Town-Hall-Sign-071025.jpg') !important;"><a href="https://whky.com/threats-made-against-area-town-council-issue-addressed-at-meeting/" title="Threats Made Against Area Town Council, Issue Addressed At Meeting" class="vc_gitem-link vc-zone-link" ></a><img class="vc_gitem-zone-img" src="https://whky.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/07/Troutman-Town-Hall-Sign-071025.jpg" alt="Threats Made Against Area Town Council, Issue Addressed At Meeting" loading="lazy"><div class="vc_gitem-zone-mini"></div></div></div><div class="vc_gitem-zone vc_gitem-zone-c vc_custom_1419240516480"><div class="vc_gitem-zone-mini"><div class="vc_gitem_row vc_row vc_gitem-row-position-top"><div class="vc_col-sm-12 vc_gitem-col vc_gitem-col-align-"><div class="vc_custom_heading vc_gitem-post-data vc_gitem-post-data-source-post_title" ><h4 style="text-align: left" >Threats Made Against Area Town Council, Issue Addressed At Meeting</h4></div><div class="vc_custom_heading vc_gitem-post-data vc_gitem-post-data-source-post_excerpt" ><p style="text-align: left" ><p>According to the Iredell Free News, at their meeting this week, Troutman Town Council members expressed their concerns about threats made against the council in person and on social media.&hellip;</p> </p></div><div class="vc_btn3-container vc_btn3-left"><a class="vc_general vc_btn3 vc_btn3-size-md vc_btn3-shape-rounded vc_btn3-style-flat vc_btn3-color-juicy-pink" a href="https://whky.com/threats-made-against-area-town-council-issue-addressed-at-meeting/" class="vc_gitem-link vc_general vc_btn3 vc_general vc_btn3 vc_btn3-size-md vc_btn3-shape-rounded vc_btn3-style-flat vc_btn3-color-juicy-pink" title="Read more">Read more</a></div></div></div></div></div></div><div class="vc_clearfix"></div></div><div class="vc_grid-item vc_clearfix vc_col-sm-3 vc_grid-item-zone-c-bottom"><div class="vc_grid-item-mini vc_clearfix "><div class="vc_gitem-animated-block" ><div class="vc_gitem-zone vc_gitem-zone-a vc-gitem-zone-height-mode-auto vc-gitem-zone-height-mode-auto-1-1 vc_gitem-is-link" style="background-image: url('https://whky.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/01/City-of-Newton-Larger-Logo-011421.jpg') !important;"><a href="https://whky.com/rain-forecast-postpones-downtown-newton-event/" title="Rain Forecast Postpones Downtown Newton Event" class="vc_gitem-link vc-zone-link" ></a><img class="vc_gitem-zone-img" src="https://whky.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/01/City-of-Newton-Larger-Logo-011421.jpg" alt="Rain Forecast Postpones Downtown Newton Event" loading="lazy"><div class="vc_gitem-zone-mini"></div></div></div><div class="vc_gitem-zone vc_gitem-zone-c vc_custom_1419240516480"><div class="vc_gitem-zone-mini"><div class="vc_gitem_row vc_row vc_gitem-row-position-top"><div class="vc_col-sm-12 vc_gitem-col vc_gitem-col-align-"><div class="vc_custom_heading vc_gitem-post-data vc_gitem-post-data-source-post_title" ><h4 style="text-align: left" >Rain Forecast Postpones Downtown Newton Event</h4></div><div class="vc_custom_heading vc_gitem-post-data vc_gitem-post-data-source-post_excerpt" ><p style="text-align: left" ><p>Due to a forecast for inclement weather, the City of Newton Streetscape Celebration Ribbon Cutting &amp; Music on Main featuring Dani Kerr &amp; The Skeleton Krew was rescheduled to Wednesday,&hellip;</p> </p></div><div class="vc_btn3-container vc_btn3-left"><a class="vc_general vc_btn3 vc_btn3-size-md vc_btn3-shape-rounded vc_btn3-style-flat vc_btn3-color-juicy-pink" a href="https://whky.com/rain-forecast-postpones-downtown-newton-event/" class="vc_gitem-link vc_general vc_btn3 vc_general vc_btn3 vc_btn3-size-md vc_btn3-shape-rounded vc_btn3-style-flat vc_btn3-color-juicy-pink" title="Read more">Read more</a></div></div></div></div></div></div><div class="vc_clearfix"></div></div><div class="vc_grid-item vc_clearfix vc_col-sm-3 vc_grid-item-zone-c-bottom"><div class="vc_grid-item-mini vc_clearfix "><div class="vc_gitem-animated-block" ><div class="vc_gitem-zone vc_gitem-zone-a vc-gitem-zone-height-mode-auto vc-gitem-zone-height-mode-auto-1-1 vc_gitem-is-link" style="background-image: url('https://whky.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/07/Catawba-Valley-Medical-Center-Award-Pic-071025.jpg') !important;"><a href="https://whky.com/local-hospital-earns-excellence-designation/" title="Local Hospital Earns Excellence Designation" class="vc_gitem-link vc-zone-link" ></a><img class="vc_gitem-zone-img" src="https://whky.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/07/Catawba-Valley-Medical-Center-Award-Pic-071025.jpg" alt="Local Hospital Earns Excellence Designation" loading="lazy"><div class="vc_gitem-zone-mini"></div></div></div><div class="vc_gitem-zone vc_gitem-zone-c vc_custom_1419240516480"><div class="vc_gitem-zone-mini"><div class="vc_gitem_row vc_row vc_gitem-row-position-top"><div class="vc_col-sm-12 vc_gitem-col vc_gitem-col-align-"><div class="vc_custom_heading vc_gitem-post-data vc_gitem-post-data-source-post_title" ><h4 style="text-align: left" >Local Hospital Earns Excellence Designation</h4></div><div class="vc_custom_heading vc_gitem-post-data vc_gitem-post-data-source-post_excerpt" ><p style="text-align: left" ><p>Catawba Valley Medical Center has been designated as an Antimicrobial Stewardship Center of Excellence by the Infectious Disease Society of America (IDSA). The Antimicrobial Stewardship Centers of Excellence program promotes&hellip;</p> </p></div><div class="vc_btn3-container vc_btn3-left"><a class="vc_general vc_btn3 vc_btn3-size-md vc_btn3-shape-rounded vc_btn3-style-flat vc_btn3-color-juicy-pink" a href="https://whky.com/local-hospital-earns-excellence-designation/" class="vc_gitem-link vc_general vc_btn3 vc_general vc_btn3 vc_btn3-size-md vc_btn3-shape-rounded vc_btn3-style-flat vc_btn3-color-juicy-pink" title="Read more">Read more</a></div></div></div></div></div></div><div class="vc_clearfix"></div></div><div class="vc_grid-item vc_clearfix vc_col-sm-3 vc_grid-item-zone-c-bottom"><div class="vc_grid-item-mini vc_clearfix "><div class="vc_gitem-animated-block" ><div class="vc_gitem-zone vc_gitem-zone-a vc-gitem-zone-height-mode-auto vc-gitem-zone-height-mode-auto-1-1 vc_gitem-is-link" style="background-image: url('https://whky.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/07/New-Urgent-Care-Ribbon-Cutting-071025.jpg') !important;"><a href="https://whky.com/new-urgent-care-office-opens-in-hickory/" title="New Urgent Care Office Opens In Hickory" class="vc_gitem-link vc-zone-link" ></a><img class="vc_gitem-zone-img" src="https://whky.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/07/New-Urgent-Care-Ribbon-Cutting-071025.jpg" alt="New Urgent Care Office Opens In Hickory" loading="lazy"><div class="vc_gitem-zone-mini"></div></div></div><div class="vc_gitem-zone vc_gitem-zone-c vc_custom_1419240516480"><div class="vc_gitem-zone-mini"><div class="vc_gitem_row vc_row vc_gitem-row-position-top"><div class="vc_col-sm-12 vc_gitem-col vc_gitem-col-align-"><div class="vc_custom_heading vc_gitem-post-data vc_gitem-post-data-source-post_title" ><h4 style="text-align: left" >New Urgent Care Office Opens In Hickory</h4></div><div class="vc_custom_heading vc_gitem-post-data vc_gitem-post-data-source-post_excerpt" ><p style="text-align: left" ><p>Catawba Valley Health System, in partnership with Urgent Care of Mountain View, held an official ribbon-cutting on July 8th for a new location in the Belle Hollow shopping center in&hellip;</p> </p></div><div class="vc_btn3-container vc_btn3-left"><a class="vc_general vc_btn3 vc_btn3-size-md vc_btn3-shape-rounded vc_btn3-style-flat vc_btn3-color-juicy-pink" a href="https://whky.com/new-urgent-care-office-opens-in-hickory/" class="vc_gitem-link vc_general vc_btn3 vc_general vc_btn3 vc_btn3-size-md vc_btn3-shape-rounded vc_btn3-style-flat vc_btn3-color-juicy-pink" title="Read more">Read more</a></div></div></div></div></div></div><div class="vc_clearfix"></div></div><div class="vc_grid-item vc_clearfix vc_col-sm-3 vc_grid-item-zone-c-bottom"><div class="vc_grid-item-mini vc_clearfix "><div class="vc_gitem-animated-block" ><div class="vc_gitem-zone vc_gitem-zone-a vc-gitem-zone-height-mode-auto vc-gitem-zone-height-mode-auto-1-1 vc_gitem-is-link" style="background-image: url('https://whky.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/07/Houser-James-David-070925.jpg') !important;"><a href="https://whky.com/fourth-of-july-murder-suspect-arrested/" title="Fourth of July Murder Suspect Arrested" class="vc_gitem-link vc-zone-link" ></a><img class="vc_gitem-zone-img" src="https://whky.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/07/Houser-James-David-070925.jpg" alt="Fourth of July Murder Suspect Arrested" loading="lazy"><div class="vc_gitem-zone-mini"></div></div></div><div class="vc_gitem-zone vc_gitem-zone-c vc_custom_1419240516480"><div class="vc_gitem-zone-mini"><div class="vc_gitem_row vc_row vc_gitem-row-position-top"><div class="vc_col-sm-12 vc_gitem-col vc_gitem-col-align-"><div class="vc_custom_heading vc_gitem-post-data vc_gitem-post-data-source-post_title" ><h4 style="text-align: left" >Fourth of July Murder Suspect Arrested</h4></div><div class="vc_custom_heading vc_gitem-post-data vc_gitem-post-data-source-post_excerpt" ><p style="text-align: left" ><p>30-year-old James David Houser of Hickory has been arrested by Hickory Police in connection with the Fourth of July shooting death of 30-year-old Mary Elizabeth Ervin of Hickory. Houser has&hellip;</p> </p></div><div class="vc_btn3-container vc_btn3-left"><a class="vc_general vc_btn3 vc_btn3-size-md vc_btn3-shape-rounded vc_btn3-style-flat vc_btn3-color-juicy-pink" a href="https://whky.com/fourth-of-july-murder-suspect-arrested/" class="vc_gitem-link vc_general vc_btn3 vc_general vc_btn3 vc_btn3-size-md vc_btn3-shape-rounded vc_btn3-style-flat vc_btn3-color-juicy-pink" title="Read more">Read more</a></div></div></div></div></div></div><div class="vc_clearfix"></div></div><div class="vc_grid-item vc_clearfix vc_col-sm-3 vc_grid-item-zone-c-bottom"><div class="vc_grid-item-mini vc_clearfix "><div class="vc_gitem-animated-block" ><div class="vc_gitem-zone vc_gitem-zone-a vc-gitem-zone-height-mode-auto vc-gitem-zone-height-mode-auto-1-1 vc_gitem-is-link" style="background-image: url('https://whky.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/07/FRMC-South-Campus-070925-1024x544.jpg') !important;"><a href="https://whky.com/f-r-m-c-to-expand-its-behavioral-health-unit/" title="F.R.M.C. to Expand Its Behavioral Health Unit" class="vc_gitem-link vc-zone-link" ></a><img class="vc_gitem-zone-img" src="https://whky.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/07/FRMC-South-Campus-070925-1024x544.jpg" alt="F.R.M.C. to Expand Its Behavioral Health Unit" loading="lazy"><div class="vc_gitem-zone-mini"></div></div></div><div class="vc_gitem-zone vc_gitem-zone-c vc_custom_1419240516480"><div class="vc_gitem-zone-mini"><div class="vc_gitem_row vc_row vc_gitem-row-position-top"><div class="vc_col-sm-12 vc_gitem-col vc_gitem-col-align-"><div class="vc_custom_heading vc_gitem-post-data vc_gitem-post-data-source-post_title" ><h4 style="text-align: left" >F.R.M.C. to Expand Its Behavioral Health Unit</h4></div><div class="vc_custom_heading vc_gitem-post-data vc_gitem-post-data-source-post_excerpt" ><p style="text-align: left" ><p>Frye Regional Medical Center will expand its behavioral health services with the addition of six new inpatient beds in the hospital&#8217;s Behavioral Health unit. The expansion reflects an effort to&hellip;</p> </p></div><div class="vc_btn3-container vc_btn3-left"><a class="vc_general vc_btn3 vc_btn3-size-md vc_btn3-shape-rounded vc_btn3-style-flat vc_btn3-color-juicy-pink" a href="https://whky.com/f-r-m-c-to-expand-its-behavioral-health-unit/" class="vc_gitem-link vc_general vc_btn3 vc_general vc_btn3 vc_btn3-size-md vc_btn3-shape-rounded vc_btn3-style-flat vc_btn3-color-juicy-pink" title="Read more">Read more</a></div></div></div></div></div></div><div class="vc_clearfix"></div></div><div class="vc_grid-item vc_clearfix vc_col-sm-3 vc_grid-item-zone-c-bottom"><div class="vc_grid-item-mini vc_clearfix "><div class="vc_gitem-animated-block" ><div class="vc_gitem-zone vc_gitem-zone-a vc-gitem-zone-height-mode-auto vc-gitem-zone-height-mode-auto-1-1 vc_gitem-is-link" style="background-image: url('https://whky.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/07/Steeles-Creek-Falls-Map-Burke-County-NC-070925.jpg') !important;"><a href="https://whky.com/man-drowns-in-burke-county-rappelling-incident/" title="Man Drowns In Burke County Rappelling Incident" class="vc_gitem-link vc-zone-link" ></a><img class="vc_gitem-zone-img" src="https://whky.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/07/Steeles-Creek-Falls-Map-Burke-County-NC-070925.jpg" alt="Man Drowns In Burke County Rappelling Incident" loading="lazy"><div class="vc_gitem-zone-mini"></div></div></div><div class="vc_gitem-zone vc_gitem-zone-c vc_custom_1419240516480"><div class="vc_gitem-zone-mini"><div class="vc_gitem_row vc_row vc_gitem-row-position-top"><div class="vc_col-sm-12 vc_gitem-col vc_gitem-col-align-"><div class="vc_custom_heading vc_gitem-post-data vc_gitem-post-data-source-post_title" ><h4 style="text-align: left" >Man Drowns In Burke County Rappelling Incident</h4></div><div class="vc_custom_heading vc_gitem-post-data vc_gitem-post-data-source-post_excerpt" ><p style="text-align: left" ><p>On Sunday (July 6) Burke County Emergency Services responded to a fatal rappelling incident at Steele Creek Falls at the end of Forest Road 228 (God’s Country Road) involving an&hellip;</p> </p></div><div class="vc_btn3-container vc_btn3-left"><a class="vc_general vc_btn3 vc_btn3-size-md vc_btn3-shape-rounded vc_btn3-style-flat vc_btn3-color-juicy-pink" a href="https://whky.com/man-drowns-in-burke-county-rappelling-incident/" class="vc_gitem-link vc_general vc_btn3 vc_general vc_btn3 vc_btn3-size-md vc_btn3-shape-rounded vc_btn3-style-flat vc_btn3-color-juicy-pink" title="Read more">Read more</a></div></div></div></div></div></div><div class="vc_clearfix"></div></div><div class="vc_grid-item vc_clearfix vc_col-sm-3 vc_grid-item-zone-c-bottom"><div class="vc_grid-item-mini vc_clearfix "><div class="vc_gitem-animated-block" ><div class="vc_gitem-zone vc_gitem-zone-a vc-gitem-zone-height-mode-auto vc-gitem-zone-height-mode-auto-1-1 vc_gitem-is-link" style="background-image: url('https://whky.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/07/Iredell-County-Fire-Pic-One-070925.jpg') !important;"><a href="https://whky.com/agencies-respond-to-fire-child-animals-brought-to-safety/" title="Agencies Respond To Fire, Child, Animals Brought To Safety" class="vc_gitem-link vc-zone-link" ></a><img class="vc_gitem-zone-img" src="https://whky.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/07/Iredell-County-Fire-Pic-One-070925.jpg" alt="Agencies Respond To Fire, Child, Animals Brought To Safety" loading="lazy"><div class="vc_gitem-zone-mini"></div></div></div><div class="vc_gitem-zone vc_gitem-zone-c vc_custom_1419240516480"><div class="vc_gitem-zone-mini"><div class="vc_gitem_row vc_row vc_gitem-row-position-top"><div class="vc_col-sm-12 vc_gitem-col vc_gitem-col-align-"><div class="vc_custom_heading vc_gitem-post-data vc_gitem-post-data-source-post_title" ><h4 style="text-align: left" >Agencies Respond To Fire, Child, Animals Brought To Safety</h4></div><div class="vc_custom_heading vc_gitem-post-data vc_gitem-post-data-source-post_excerpt" ><p style="text-align: left" ><p>Several area agencies responded to a house fire. According to a report from the Iredell Free News, Shepherds Fire Rescue personnel, along with Mooresville, Mount Mourne, Troutman and South Iredell&hellip;</p> </p></div><div class="vc_btn3-container vc_btn3-left"><a class="vc_general vc_btn3 vc_btn3-size-md vc_btn3-shape-rounded vc_btn3-style-flat vc_btn3-color-juicy-pink" a href="https://whky.com/agencies-respond-to-fire-child-animals-brought-to-safety/" class="vc_gitem-link vc_general vc_btn3 vc_general vc_btn3 vc_btn3-size-md vc_btn3-shape-rounded vc_btn3-style-flat vc_btn3-color-juicy-pink" title="Read more">Read more</a></div></div></div></div></div></div><div class="vc_clearfix"></div></div><div class="vc_grid-item vc_clearfix vc_col-sm-3 vc_grid-item-zone-c-bottom"><div class="vc_grid-item-mini vc_clearfix "><div class="vc_gitem-animated-block" ><div class="vc_gitem-zone vc_gitem-zone-a vc-gitem-zone-height-mode-auto vc-gitem-zone-height-mode-auto-1-1 vc_gitem-is-link" style="background-image: url('https://whky.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/04/N.C.-DMV-Logo-040124.jpg') !important;"><a href="https://whky.com/moratorium-established-on-expiration-of-class-c-driver-licenses-in-n-c/" title="Moratorium Established On Expiration Of Class C Driver Licenses In N.C." class="vc_gitem-link vc-zone-link" ></a><img class="vc_gitem-zone-img" src="https://whky.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/04/N.C.-DMV-Logo-040124.jpg" alt="Moratorium Established On Expiration Of Class C Driver Licenses In N.C." loading="lazy"><div class="vc_gitem-zone-mini"></div></div></div><div class="vc_gitem-zone vc_gitem-zone-c vc_custom_1419240516480"><div class="vc_gitem-zone-mini"><div class="vc_gitem_row vc_row vc_gitem-row-position-top"><div class="vc_col-sm-12 vc_gitem-col vc_gitem-col-align-"><div class="vc_custom_heading vc_gitem-post-data vc_gitem-post-data-source-post_title" ><h4 style="text-align: left" >Moratorium Established On Expiration Of Class C Driver Licenses In N.C.</h4></div><div class="vc_custom_heading vc_gitem-post-data vc_gitem-post-data-source-post_excerpt" ><p style="text-align: left" ><p>The N.C. Division of Motor Vehicles (NCDMV) has announced that, effective July 1, Senate Bill 391 has been signed into law by Governor Josh Stein, establishing a moratorium on the&hellip;</p> </p></div><div class="vc_btn3-container vc_btn3-left"><a class="vc_general vc_btn3 vc_btn3-size-md vc_btn3-shape-rounded vc_btn3-style-flat vc_btn3-color-juicy-pink" a href="https://whky.com/moratorium-established-on-expiration-of-class-c-driver-licenses-in-n-c/" class="vc_gitem-link vc_general vc_btn3 vc_general vc_btn3 vc_btn3-size-md vc_btn3-shape-rounded vc_btn3-style-flat vc_btn3-color-juicy-pink" title="Read more">Read more</a></div></div></div></div></div></div><div class="vc_clearfix"></div></div><div class="vc_grid-item vc_clearfix vc_col-sm-3 vc_grid-item-zone-c-bottom"><div class="vc_grid-item-mini vc_clearfix "><div class="vc_gitem-animated-block" ><div class="vc_gitem-zone vc_gitem-zone-a vc-gitem-zone-height-mode-auto vc-gitem-zone-height-mode-auto-1-1 vc_gitem-is-link" style="background-image: url('https://whky.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/07/IMG_0828-1024x407.jpeg') !important;"><a href="https://whky.com/mural-to-remain-in-conover/" title="Mural To Remain In Conover" class="vc_gitem-link vc-zone-link" ></a><img class="vc_gitem-zone-img" src="https://whky.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/07/IMG_0828-1024x407.jpeg" alt="Mural To Remain In Conover" loading="lazy"><div class="vc_gitem-zone-mini"></div></div></div><div class="vc_gitem-zone vc_gitem-zone-c vc_custom_1419240516480"><div class="vc_gitem-zone-mini"><div class="vc_gitem_row vc_row vc_gitem-row-position-top"><div class="vc_col-sm-12 vc_gitem-col vc_gitem-col-align-"><div class="vc_custom_heading vc_gitem-post-data vc_gitem-post-data-source-post_title" ><h4 style="text-align: left" >Mural To Remain In Conover</h4></div><div class="vc_custom_heading vc_gitem-post-data vc_gitem-post-data-source-post_excerpt" ><p style="text-align: left" ><p>City officials have released a statement regarding a mural in downtown Conover: The letter, released on social media, says “Over the past week, we&#8217;ve heard from a lot of you&hellip;</p> </p></div><div class="vc_btn3-container vc_btn3-left"><a class="vc_general vc_btn3 vc_btn3-size-md vc_btn3-shape-rounded vc_btn3-style-flat vc_btn3-color-juicy-pink" a href="https://whky.com/mural-to-remain-in-conover/" class="vc_gitem-link vc_general vc_btn3 vc_general vc_btn3 vc_btn3-size-md vc_btn3-shape-rounded vc_btn3-style-flat vc_btn3-color-juicy-pink" title="Read more">Read more</a></div></div></div></div></div></div><div class="vc_clearfix"></div></div><div class="vc_grid-item vc_clearfix vc_col-sm-3 vc_grid-item-zone-c-bottom"><div class="vc_grid-item-mini vc_clearfix "><div class="vc_gitem-animated-block" ><div class="vc_gitem-zone vc_gitem-zone-a vc-gitem-zone-height-mode-auto vc-gitem-zone-height-mode-auto-1-1 vc_gitem-is-link" style="background-image: url('https://whky.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/07/Alexander-Co-Picnic-Shelter-QR-Codes-070825.jpg') !important;"><a href="https://whky.com/online-reservations-available-for-alexander-county-picnic-shelters/" title="Online Reservations Available for Alexander County Picnic Shelters" class="vc_gitem-link vc-zone-link" ></a><img class="vc_gitem-zone-img" src="https://whky.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/07/Alexander-Co-Picnic-Shelter-QR-Codes-070825.jpg" alt="Online Reservations Available for Alexander County Picnic Shelters" loading="lazy"><div class="vc_gitem-zone-mini"></div></div></div><div class="vc_gitem-zone vc_gitem-zone-c vc_custom_1419240516480"><div class="vc_gitem-zone-mini"><div class="vc_gitem_row vc_row vc_gitem-row-position-top"><div class="vc_col-sm-12 vc_gitem-col vc_gitem-col-align-"><div class="vc_custom_heading vc_gitem-post-data vc_gitem-post-data-source-post_title" ><h4 style="text-align: left" >Online Reservations Available for Alexander County Picnic Shelters</h4></div><div class="vc_custom_heading vc_gitem-post-data vc_gitem-post-data-source-post_excerpt" ><p style="text-align: left" ><p>Citizens can now make online reservations for the picnic shelters at Alexander County Courthouse Park and Bethlehem Park. The shelters can be reserved for small events, such as family reunions,&hellip;</p> </p></div><div class="vc_btn3-container vc_btn3-left"><a class="vc_general vc_btn3 vc_btn3-size-md vc_btn3-shape-rounded vc_btn3-style-flat vc_btn3-color-juicy-pink" a href="https://whky.com/online-reservations-available-for-alexander-county-picnic-shelters/" class="vc_gitem-link vc_general vc_btn3 vc_general vc_btn3 vc_btn3-size-md vc_btn3-shape-rounded vc_btn3-style-flat vc_btn3-color-juicy-pink" title="Read more">Read more</a></div></div></div></div></div></div><div class="vc_clearfix"></div></div><div class="vc_grid-item vc_clearfix vc_col-sm-3 vc_grid-item-zone-c-bottom"><div class="vc_grid-item-mini vc_clearfix "><div class="vc_gitem-animated-block" ><div class="vc_gitem-zone vc_gitem-zone-a vc-gitem-zone-height-mode-auto vc-gitem-zone-height-mode-auto-1-1 vc_gitem-is-link" style="background-image: url('https://whky.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/07/SkillsUSA-070825.jpg') !important;"><a href="https://whky.com/challenger-early-high-school-students-medal-at-skillsusa-national-conference/" title="Challenger Early High School Students Medal at SkillsUSA National Conference" class="vc_gitem-link vc-zone-link" ></a><img class="vc_gitem-zone-img" src="https://whky.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/07/SkillsUSA-070825.jpg" alt="Challenger Early High School Students Medal at SkillsUSA National Conference" loading="lazy"><div class="vc_gitem-zone-mini"></div></div></div><div class="vc_gitem-zone vc_gitem-zone-c vc_custom_1419240516480"><div class="vc_gitem-zone-mini"><div class="vc_gitem_row vc_row vc_gitem-row-position-top"><div class="vc_col-sm-12 vc_gitem-col vc_gitem-col-align-"><div class="vc_custom_heading vc_gitem-post-data vc_gitem-post-data-source-post_title" ><h4 style="text-align: left" >Challenger Early High School Students Medal at SkillsUSA National Conference</h4></div><div class="vc_custom_heading vc_gitem-post-data vc_gitem-post-data-source-post_excerpt" ><p style="text-align: left" ><p>Challenger Early College High School, in partnership with Catawba Valley Community College (CVCC), earned recognition at the 2025 SkillsUSA National Leadership &amp; Skills Conference, held June 23–27 in Atlanta, Georgia.&hellip;</p> </p></div><div class="vc_btn3-container vc_btn3-left"><a class="vc_general vc_btn3 vc_btn3-size-md vc_btn3-shape-rounded vc_btn3-style-flat vc_btn3-color-juicy-pink" a href="https://whky.com/challenger-early-high-school-students-medal-at-skillsusa-national-conference/" class="vc_gitem-link vc_general vc_btn3 vc_general vc_btn3 vc_btn3-size-md vc_btn3-shape-rounded vc_btn3-style-flat vc_btn3-color-juicy-pink" title="Read more">Read more</a></div></div></div></div></div></div><div class="vc_clearfix"></div></div><div class="vc_grid-item vc_clearfix vc_col-sm-3 vc_grid-item-zone-c-bottom"><div class="vc_grid-item-mini vc_clearfix "><div class="vc_gitem-animated-block" ><div class="vc_gitem-zone vc_gitem-zone-a vc-gitem-zone-height-mode-auto vc-gitem-zone-height-mode-auto-1-1 vc_gitem-is-link" style="background-image: url('https://whky.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/07/Blood-Drive-Postrer-070825-791x1024.jpg') !important;"><a href="https://whky.com/blood-drive-thursday-at-lenoir-police-dept/" title="Blood Drive Thursday at Lenoir Police Dept." class="vc_gitem-link vc-zone-link" ></a><img class="vc_gitem-zone-img" src="https://whky.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/07/Blood-Drive-Postrer-070825-791x1024.jpg" alt="Blood Drive Thursday at Lenoir Police Dept." loading="lazy"><div class="vc_gitem-zone-mini"></div></div></div><div class="vc_gitem-zone vc_gitem-zone-c vc_custom_1419240516480"><div class="vc_gitem-zone-mini"><div class="vc_gitem_row vc_row vc_gitem-row-position-top"><div class="vc_col-sm-12 vc_gitem-col vc_gitem-col-align-"><div class="vc_custom_heading vc_gitem-post-data vc_gitem-post-data-source-post_title" ><h4 style="text-align: left" >Blood Drive Thursday at Lenoir Police Dept.</h4></div><div class="vc_custom_heading vc_gitem-post-data vc_gitem-post-data-source-post_excerpt" ><p style="text-align: left" ><p>A blood drive will be held at the Lenoir Police Department on Thursday, July 10. The Big Red Bus will be at the Police Department from 11 a.m. to 3&hellip;</p> </p></div><div class="vc_btn3-container vc_btn3-left"><a class="vc_general vc_btn3 vc_btn3-size-md vc_btn3-shape-rounded vc_btn3-style-flat vc_btn3-color-juicy-pink" a href="https://whky.com/blood-drive-thursday-at-lenoir-police-dept/" class="vc_gitem-link vc_general vc_btn3 vc_general vc_btn3 vc_btn3-size-md vc_btn3-shape-rounded vc_btn3-style-flat vc_btn3-color-juicy-pink" title="Read more">Read more</a></div></div></div></div></div></div><div class="vc_clearfix"></div></div><div class="vc_grid-item vc_clearfix vc_col-sm-3 vc_grid-item-zone-c-bottom"><div class="vc_grid-item-mini vc_clearfix "><div class="vc_gitem-animated-block" ><div class="vc_gitem-zone vc_gitem-zone-a vc-gitem-zone-height-mode-auto vc-gitem-zone-height-mode-auto-1-1 vc_gitem-is-link" style="background-image: url('https://whky.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/07/Caldwell-Co.Sheriffs-patch-070725.jpg') !important;"><a href="https://whky.com/authorities-investigating-shooting-incident-individual-being-struck-by-vehicle/" title="Authorities Investigating Shooting Incident, Individual Being Struck By Vehicle" class="vc_gitem-link vc-zone-link" ></a><img class="vc_gitem-zone-img" src="https://whky.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/07/Caldwell-Co.Sheriffs-patch-070725.jpg" alt="Authorities Investigating Shooting Incident, Individual Being Struck By Vehicle" loading="lazy"><div class="vc_gitem-zone-mini"></div></div></div><div class="vc_gitem-zone vc_gitem-zone-c vc_custom_1419240516480"><div class="vc_gitem-zone-mini"><div class="vc_gitem_row vc_row vc_gitem-row-position-top"><div class="vc_col-sm-12 vc_gitem-col vc_gitem-col-align-"><div class="vc_custom_heading vc_gitem-post-data vc_gitem-post-data-source-post_title" ><h4 style="text-align: left" >Authorities Investigating Shooting Incident, Individual Being Struck By Vehicle</h4></div><div class="vc_custom_heading vc_gitem-post-data vc_gitem-post-data-source-post_excerpt" ><p style="text-align: left" ><p>The Caldwell County Sheriff’s Office is investigating an incident involving a reported shooting and the alleged shooter being struck by a vehicle. According to a news release from the Caldwell&hellip;</p> </p></div><div class="vc_btn3-container vc_btn3-left"><a class="vc_general vc_btn3 vc_btn3-size-md vc_btn3-shape-rounded vc_btn3-style-flat vc_btn3-color-juicy-pink" a href="https://whky.com/authorities-investigating-shooting-incident-individual-being-struck-by-vehicle/" class="vc_gitem-link vc_general vc_btn3 vc_general vc_btn3 vc_btn3-size-md vc_btn3-shape-rounded vc_btn3-style-flat vc_btn3-color-juicy-pink" title="Read more">Read more</a></div></div></div></div></div></div><div class="vc_clearfix"></div></div><div class="vc_grid-item vc_clearfix vc_col-sm-3 vc_grid-item-zone-c-bottom"><div class="vc_grid-item-mini vc_clearfix "><div class="vc_gitem-animated-block" ><div class="vc_gitem-zone vc_gitem-zone-a vc-gitem-zone-height-mode-auto vc-gitem-zone-height-mode-auto-1-1 vc_gitem-is-link" style="background-image: url('https://whky.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/08/Interstate-77-Generic-Logo-081321.jpg') !important;"><a href="https://whky.com/lane-closures-begin-next-week-on-i-77-in-mooresville/" title="Lane Closures Begin Next Week on I-77 in Mooresville" class="vc_gitem-link vc-zone-link" ></a><img class="vc_gitem-zone-img" src="https://whky.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/08/Interstate-77-Generic-Logo-081321.jpg" alt="Lane Closures Begin Next Week on I-77 in Mooresville" loading="lazy"><div class="vc_gitem-zone-mini"></div></div></div><div class="vc_gitem-zone vc_gitem-zone-c vc_custom_1419240516480"><div class="vc_gitem-zone-mini"><div class="vc_gitem_row vc_row vc_gitem-row-position-top"><div class="vc_col-sm-12 vc_gitem-col vc_gitem-col-align-"><div class="vc_custom_heading vc_gitem-post-data vc_gitem-post-data-source-post_title" ><h4 style="text-align: left" >Lane Closures Begin Next Week on I-77 in Mooresville</h4></div><div class="vc_custom_heading vc_gitem-post-data vc_gitem-post-data-source-post_excerpt" ><p style="text-align: left" ><p>Next week, North Carolina Department of Transportation contract crews will install lane closures on Interstate 77 to begin work on a new bridge at the interchange with N.C. 150. The&hellip;</p> </p></div><div class="vc_btn3-container vc_btn3-left"><a class="vc_general vc_btn3 vc_btn3-size-md vc_btn3-shape-rounded vc_btn3-style-flat vc_btn3-color-juicy-pink" a href="https://whky.com/lane-closures-begin-next-week-on-i-77-in-mooresville/" class="vc_gitem-link vc_general vc_btn3 vc_general vc_btn3 vc_btn3-size-md vc_btn3-shape-rounded vc_btn3-style-flat vc_btn3-color-juicy-pink" title="Read more">Read more</a></div></div></div></div></div></div><div class="vc_clearfix"></div></div><div class="vc_grid-item vc_clearfix vc_col-sm-3 vc_grid-item-zone-c-bottom"><div class="vc_grid-item-mini vc_clearfix "><div class="vc_gitem-animated-block" ><div class="vc_gitem-zone vc_gitem-zone-a vc-gitem-zone-height-mode-auto vc-gitem-zone-height-mode-auto-1-1 vc_gitem-is-link" style="background-image: url('https://whky.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/07/PPDR-combp-070725-1024x767.jpg') !important;"><a href="https://whky.com/in-person-applications-for-burkes-helen-related-debris-removal-program-to-end/" title="In-Person Applications for Burke&#8217;s Helen-Related Debris Removal Program to End" class="vc_gitem-link vc-zone-link" ></a><img class="vc_gitem-zone-img" src="https://whky.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/07/PPDR-combp-070725-1024x767.jpg" alt="In-Person Applications for Burke's Helen-Related Debris Removal Program to End" loading="lazy"><div class="vc_gitem-zone-mini"></div></div></div><div class="vc_gitem-zone vc_gitem-zone-c vc_custom_1419240516480"><div class="vc_gitem-zone-mini"><div class="vc_gitem_row vc_row vc_gitem-row-position-top"><div class="vc_col-sm-12 vc_gitem-col vc_gitem-col-align-"><div class="vc_custom_heading vc_gitem-post-data vc_gitem-post-data-source-post_title" ><h4 style="text-align: left" >In-Person Applications for Burke&#8217;s Helen-Related Debris Removal Program to End</h4></div><div class="vc_custom_heading vc_gitem-post-data vc_gitem-post-data-source-post_excerpt" ><p style="text-align: left" ><p>This week (the week beginning July 6) marks the final chance for Burke County residents to apply in-person for the Private Property Debris Removal (P.P.D.R.) program related to Hurricane Helene.&hellip;</p> </p></div><div class="vc_btn3-container vc_btn3-left"><a class="vc_general vc_btn3 vc_btn3-size-md vc_btn3-shape-rounded vc_btn3-style-flat vc_btn3-color-juicy-pink" a href="https://whky.com/in-person-applications-for-burkes-helen-related-debris-removal-program-to-end/" class="vc_gitem-link vc_general vc_btn3 vc_general vc_btn3 vc_btn3-size-md vc_btn3-shape-rounded vc_btn3-style-flat vc_btn3-color-juicy-pink" title="Read more">Read more</a></div></div></div></div></div></div><div class="vc_clearfix"></div></div><div class="vc_grid-item vc_clearfix vc_col-sm-3 vc_grid-item-zone-c-bottom"><div class="vc_grid-item-mini vc_clearfix "><div class="vc_gitem-animated-block" ><div class="vc_gitem-zone vc_gitem-zone-a vc-gitem-zone-height-mode-auto vc-gitem-zone-height-mode-auto-1-1 vc_gitem-is-link" style="background-image: url('https://whky.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/07/8th-Ave-NE-Road-Closure-070725-1024x665.jpg') !important;"><a href="https://whky.com/road-closure-in-n-e-hickory/" title="Road Closure in N.E. Hickory" class="vc_gitem-link vc-zone-link" ></a><img class="vc_gitem-zone-img" src="https://whky.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/07/8th-Ave-NE-Road-Closure-070725-1024x665.jpg" alt="Road Closure in N.E. Hickory" loading="lazy"><div class="vc_gitem-zone-mini"></div></div></div><div class="vc_gitem-zone vc_gitem-zone-c vc_custom_1419240516480"><div class="vc_gitem-zone-mini"><div class="vc_gitem_row vc_row vc_gitem-row-position-top"><div class="vc_col-sm-12 vc_gitem-col vc_gitem-col-align-"><div class="vc_custom_heading vc_gitem-post-data vc_gitem-post-data-source-post_title" ><h4 style="text-align: left" >Road Closure in N.E. Hickory</h4></div><div class="vc_custom_heading vc_gitem-post-data vc_gitem-post-data-source-post_excerpt" ><p style="text-align: left" ><p>Starting on Tuesday, July 8, 8th Avenue N.E. in Hickory will be closed from 8th Street N.E. to Stasavich Place N.E. to repair damaged storm water infrastructure. The road should&hellip;</p> </p></div><div class="vc_btn3-container vc_btn3-left"><a class="vc_general vc_btn3 vc_btn3-size-md vc_btn3-shape-rounded vc_btn3-style-flat vc_btn3-color-juicy-pink" a href="https://whky.com/road-closure-in-n-e-hickory/" class="vc_gitem-link vc_general vc_btn3 vc_general vc_btn3 vc_btn3-size-md vc_btn3-shape-rounded vc_btn3-style-flat vc_btn3-color-juicy-pink" title="Read more">Read more</a></div></div></div></div></div></div><div class="vc_clearfix"></div></div><div class="vc_grid-item vc_clearfix vc_col-sm-3 vc_grid-item-zone-c-bottom"><div class="vc_grid-item-mini vc_clearfix "><div class="vc_gitem-animated-block" ><div class="vc_gitem-zone vc_gitem-zone-a vc-gitem-zone-height-mode-auto vc-gitem-zone-height-mode-auto-1-1 vc_gitem-is-link" style="background-image: url('https://whky.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/07/Caldwell-Co.Sheriffs-patch-070725.jpg') !important;"><a href="https://whky.com/19-year-old-drowns-on-4th-of-july/" title="19-Year-Old Drowns on 4th of July" class="vc_gitem-link vc-zone-link" ></a><img class="vc_gitem-zone-img" src="https://whky.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/07/Caldwell-Co.Sheriffs-patch-070725.jpg" alt="19-Year-Old Drowns on 4th of July" loading="lazy"><div class="vc_gitem-zone-mini"></div></div></div><div class="vc_gitem-zone vc_gitem-zone-c vc_custom_1419240516480"><div class="vc_gitem-zone-mini"><div class="vc_gitem_row vc_row vc_gitem-row-position-top"><div class="vc_col-sm-12 vc_gitem-col vc_gitem-col-align-"><div class="vc_custom_heading vc_gitem-post-data vc_gitem-post-data-source-post_title" ><h4 style="text-align: left" >19-Year-Old Drowns on 4th of July</h4></div><div class="vc_custom_heading vc_gitem-post-data vc_gitem-post-data-source-post_excerpt" ><p style="text-align: left" ><p>According to a press release issued by the Caldwell County Sheriff&#8217;s Office, on Friday, July 4, Sheriff&#8217;s Deputies and emergency personnel responded to a possible drowning incident near Southlakes Drive&hellip;</p> </p></div><div class="vc_btn3-container vc_btn3-left"><a class="vc_general vc_btn3 vc_btn3-size-md vc_btn3-shape-rounded vc_btn3-style-flat vc_btn3-color-juicy-pink" a href="https://whky.com/19-year-old-drowns-on-4th-of-july/" class="vc_gitem-link vc_general vc_btn3 vc_general vc_btn3 vc_btn3-size-md vc_btn3-shape-rounded vc_btn3-style-flat vc_btn3-color-juicy-pink" title="Read more">Read more</a></div></div></div></div></div></div><div class="vc_clearfix"></div></div><div class="vc_grid-item vc_clearfix vc_col-sm-3 vc_grid-item-zone-c-bottom"><div class="vc_grid-item-mini vc_clearfix "><div class="vc_gitem-animated-block" ><div class="vc_gitem-zone vc_gitem-zone-a vc-gitem-zone-height-mode-auto vc-gitem-zone-height-mode-auto-1-1 vc_gitem-is-link" style="background-image: url('https://whky.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/07/IMG_0763.jpeg') !important;"><a href="https://whky.com/woman-found-deceased-at-lodging-establishment-suspect-sought/" title="Woman Found Deceased At Lodging Establishment, Suspect Sought" class="vc_gitem-link vc-zone-link" ></a><img class="vc_gitem-zone-img" src="https://whky.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/07/IMG_0763.jpeg" alt="Woman Found Deceased At Lodging Establishment, Suspect Sought" loading="lazy"><div class="vc_gitem-zone-mini"></div></div></div><div class="vc_gitem-zone vc_gitem-zone-c vc_custom_1419240516480"><div class="vc_gitem-zone-mini"><div class="vc_gitem_row vc_row vc_gitem-row-position-top"><div class="vc_col-sm-12 vc_gitem-col vc_gitem-col-align-"><div class="vc_custom_heading vc_gitem-post-data vc_gitem-post-data-source-post_title" ><h4 style="text-align: left" >Woman Found Deceased At Lodging Establishment, Suspect Sought</h4></div><div class="vc_custom_heading vc_gitem-post-data vc_gitem-post-data-source-post_excerpt" ><p style="text-align: left" ><p>Hickory Police are investigating a homicide and a suspect has been identified. At approximately 6:40 p.m. on Friday (July 4) Hickory Police Officers responded to the report of an unresponsive&hellip;</p> </p></div><div class="vc_btn3-container vc_btn3-left"><a class="vc_general vc_btn3 vc_btn3-size-md vc_btn3-shape-rounded vc_btn3-style-flat vc_btn3-color-juicy-pink" a href="https://whky.com/woman-found-deceased-at-lodging-establishment-suspect-sought/" class="vc_gitem-link vc_general vc_btn3 vc_general vc_btn3 vc_btn3-size-md vc_btn3-shape-rounded vc_btn3-style-flat vc_btn3-color-juicy-pink" title="Read more">Read more</a></div></div></div></div></div></div><div class="vc_clearfix"></div></div><div class="vc_grid-item vc_clearfix vc_col-sm-3 vc_grid-item-zone-c-bottom"><div class="vc_grid-item-mini vc_clearfix "><div class="vc_gitem-animated-block" ><div class="vc_gitem-zone vc_gitem-zone-a vc-gitem-zone-height-mode-auto vc-gitem-zone-height-mode-auto-1-1 vc_gitem-is-link" style="background-image: url('https://whky.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/07/IMG_0761.webp') !important;"><a href="https://whky.com/saturday-crash-results-in-fatality/" title="Saturday Crash Results In Fatality" class="vc_gitem-link vc-zone-link" ></a><img class="vc_gitem-zone-img" src="https://whky.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/07/IMG_0761.webp" alt="Saturday Crash Results In Fatality" loading="lazy"><div class="vc_gitem-zone-mini"></div></div></div><div class="vc_gitem-zone vc_gitem-zone-c vc_custom_1419240516480"><div class="vc_gitem-zone-mini"><div class="vc_gitem_row vc_row vc_gitem-row-position-top"><div class="vc_col-sm-12 vc_gitem-col vc_gitem-col-align-"><div class="vc_custom_heading vc_gitem-post-data vc_gitem-post-data-source-post_title" ><h4 style="text-align: left" >Saturday Crash Results In Fatality</h4></div><div class="vc_custom_heading vc_gitem-post-data vc_gitem-post-data-source-post_excerpt" ><p style="text-align: left" ><p>A Maiden man was killed in a crash Saturday (July 5) in Lincoln County. The deceased is 22-year-old Hunter Ray Tidmore. On Saturday, at approximately 10:15 a.m., the North Carolina&hellip;</p> </p></div><div class="vc_btn3-container vc_btn3-left"><a class="vc_general vc_btn3 vc_btn3-size-md vc_btn3-shape-rounded vc_btn3-style-flat vc_btn3-color-juicy-pink" a href="https://whky.com/saturday-crash-results-in-fatality/" class="vc_gitem-link vc_general vc_btn3 vc_general vc_btn3 vc_btn3-size-md vc_btn3-shape-rounded vc_btn3-style-flat vc_btn3-color-juicy-pink" title="Read more">Read more</a></div></div></div></div></div></div><div class="vc_clearfix"></div></div><div class="vc_grid-item vc_clearfix vc_col-sm-3 vc_grid-item-zone-c-bottom"><div class="vc_grid-item-mini vc_clearfix "><div class="vc_gitem-animated-block" ><div class="vc_gitem-zone vc_gitem-zone-a vc-gitem-zone-height-mode-auto vc-gitem-zone-height-mode-auto-1-1 vc_gitem-is-link" style="background-image: url('https://whky.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/01/Fatal-Crash-Generic-Graphic-010623.jpg') !important;"><a href="https://whky.com/crash-claims-life-of-eastern-catawba-county-woman/" title="Crash Claims Life Of Eastern Catawba County Woman" class="vc_gitem-link vc-zone-link" ></a><img class="vc_gitem-zone-img" src="https://whky.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/01/Fatal-Crash-Generic-Graphic-010623.jpg" alt="Crash Claims Life Of Eastern Catawba County Woman" loading="lazy"><div class="vc_gitem-zone-mini"></div></div></div><div class="vc_gitem-zone vc_gitem-zone-c vc_custom_1419240516480"><div class="vc_gitem-zone-mini"><div class="vc_gitem_row vc_row vc_gitem-row-position-top"><div class="vc_col-sm-12 vc_gitem-col vc_gitem-col-align-"><div class="vc_custom_heading vc_gitem-post-data vc_gitem-post-data-source-post_title" ><h4 style="text-align: left" >Crash Claims Life Of Eastern Catawba County Woman</h4></div><div class="vc_custom_heading vc_gitem-post-data vc_gitem-post-data-source-post_excerpt" ><p style="text-align: left" ><p>A Catawba County woman was killed in a crash in Lincoln County. The deceased is 73-year-old Shelia Honeycutt Ballard of Catawba. On Saturday (July 5) at approximately 2:40 p.m., the&hellip;</p> </p></div><div class="vc_btn3-container vc_btn3-left"><a class="vc_general vc_btn3 vc_btn3-size-md vc_btn3-shape-rounded vc_btn3-style-flat vc_btn3-color-juicy-pink" a href="https://whky.com/crash-claims-life-of-eastern-catawba-county-woman/" class="vc_gitem-link vc_general vc_btn3 vc_general vc_btn3 vc_btn3-size-md vc_btn3-shape-rounded vc_btn3-style-flat vc_btn3-color-juicy-pink" title="Read more">Read more</a></div></div></div></div></div></div><div class="vc_clearfix"></div></div><div class="vc_grid-item vc_clearfix vc_col-sm-3 vc_grid-item-zone-c-bottom"><div class="vc_grid-item-mini vc_clearfix "><div class="vc_gitem-animated-block" ><div class="vc_gitem-zone vc_gitem-zone-a vc-gitem-zone-height-mode-auto vc-gitem-zone-height-mode-auto-1-1 vc_gitem-is-link" style="background-image: url('https://whky.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/07/IMG_0681.jpeg') !important;"><a href="https://whky.com/woman-killed-in-hickory-crash-charges-filed/" title="Woman Killed In Hickory Crash, Charges Filed" class="vc_gitem-link vc-zone-link" ></a><img class="vc_gitem-zone-img" src="https://whky.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/07/IMG_0681.jpeg" alt="Woman Killed In Hickory Crash, Charges Filed" loading="lazy"><div class="vc_gitem-zone-mini"></div></div></div><div class="vc_gitem-zone vc_gitem-zone-c vc_custom_1419240516480"><div class="vc_gitem-zone-mini"><div class="vc_gitem_row vc_row vc_gitem-row-position-top"><div class="vc_col-sm-12 vc_gitem-col vc_gitem-col-align-"><div class="vc_custom_heading vc_gitem-post-data vc_gitem-post-data-source-post_title" ><h4 style="text-align: left" >Woman Killed In Hickory Crash, Charges Filed</h4></div><div class="vc_custom_heading vc_gitem-post-data vc_gitem-post-data-source-post_excerpt" ><p style="text-align: left" ><p>A Burke County woman was killed in a crash in Hickory. The deceased is 26-year-old Jeana Rose Lane of Morganton. Charges have been filed in connection to the collision.  On&hellip;</p> </p></div><div class="vc_btn3-container vc_btn3-left"><a class="vc_general vc_btn3 vc_btn3-size-md vc_btn3-shape-rounded vc_btn3-style-flat vc_btn3-color-juicy-pink" a href="https://whky.com/woman-killed-in-hickory-crash-charges-filed/" class="vc_gitem-link vc_general vc_btn3 vc_general vc_btn3 vc_btn3-size-md vc_btn3-shape-rounded vc_btn3-style-flat vc_btn3-color-juicy-pink" title="Read more">Read more</a></div></div></div></div></div></div><div class="vc_clearfix"></div></div><div class="vc_grid-item vc_clearfix vc_col-sm-3 vc_grid-item-zone-c-bottom"><div class="vc_grid-item-mini vc_clearfix "><div class="vc_gitem-animated-block" ><div class="vc_gitem-zone vc_gitem-zone-a vc-gitem-zone-height-mode-auto vc-gitem-zone-height-mode-auto-1-1 vc_gitem-is-link" style="background-image: url('https://whky.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/07/IMG_0653.jpeg') !important;"><a href="https://whky.com/road-closure-announced-in-granite-falls/" title="Road Closure Announced In Granite Falls" class="vc_gitem-link vc-zone-link" ></a><img class="vc_gitem-zone-img" src="https://whky.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/07/IMG_0653.jpeg" alt="Road Closure Announced In Granite Falls" loading="lazy"><div class="vc_gitem-zone-mini"></div></div></div><div class="vc_gitem-zone vc_gitem-zone-c vc_custom_1419240516480"><div class="vc_gitem-zone-mini"><div class="vc_gitem_row vc_row vc_gitem-row-position-top"><div class="vc_col-sm-12 vc_gitem-col vc_gitem-col-align-"><div class="vc_custom_heading vc_gitem-post-data vc_gitem-post-data-source-post_title" ><h4 style="text-align: left" >Road Closure Announced In Granite Falls</h4></div><div class="vc_custom_heading vc_gitem-post-data vc_gitem-post-data-source-post_excerpt" ><p style="text-align: left" ><p>The Town of Granite Falls Water Distribution Department will be servicing a water line on Dudley Avenue on Monday, (July 7). In order to work safely, the Town will be&hellip;</p> </p></div><div class="vc_btn3-container vc_btn3-left"><a class="vc_general vc_btn3 vc_btn3-size-md vc_btn3-shape-rounded vc_btn3-style-flat vc_btn3-color-juicy-pink" a href="https://whky.com/road-closure-announced-in-granite-falls/" class="vc_gitem-link vc_general vc_btn3 vc_general vc_btn3 vc_btn3-size-md vc_btn3-shape-rounded vc_btn3-style-flat vc_btn3-color-juicy-pink" title="Read more">Read more</a></div></div></div></div></div></div><div class="vc_clearfix"></div></div><div class="vc_grid-item vc_clearfix vc_col-sm-3 vc_grid-item-zone-c-bottom"><div class="vc_grid-item-mini vc_clearfix "><div class="vc_gitem-animated-block" ><div class="vc_gitem-zone vc_gitem-zone-a vc-gitem-zone-height-mode-auto vc-gitem-zone-height-mode-auto-1-1 vc_gitem-is-link" style="background-image: url('https://whky.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/07/Lewis-Deputy-Travis-070325.jpg') !important;"><a href="https://whky.com/iredell-co-deputy-recognized-by-n-c-juvenile-officers-association/" title="Iredell Co. Deputy Recognized by N.C. Juvenile Officers Association" class="vc_gitem-link vc-zone-link" ></a><img class="vc_gitem-zone-img" src="https://whky.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/07/Lewis-Deputy-Travis-070325.jpg" alt="Iredell Co. Deputy Recognized by N.C. Juvenile Officers Association" loading="lazy"><div class="vc_gitem-zone-mini"></div></div></div><div class="vc_gitem-zone vc_gitem-zone-c vc_custom_1419240516480"><div class="vc_gitem-zone-mini"><div class="vc_gitem_row vc_row vc_gitem-row-position-top"><div class="vc_col-sm-12 vc_gitem-col vc_gitem-col-align-"><div class="vc_custom_heading vc_gitem-post-data vc_gitem-post-data-source-post_title" ><h4 style="text-align: left" >Iredell Co. Deputy Recognized by N.C. Juvenile Officers Association</h4></div><div class="vc_custom_heading vc_gitem-post-data vc_gitem-post-data-source-post_excerpt" ><p style="text-align: left" ><p>Sheriff Darren Campbell and the Iredell County Sheriff’s Office have announced that Deputy Travis Lewis has been awarded the Lieutenant Williams Officer of the Year Award, presented by the North&hellip;</p> </p></div><div class="vc_btn3-container vc_btn3-left"><a class="vc_general vc_btn3 vc_btn3-size-md vc_btn3-shape-rounded vc_btn3-style-flat vc_btn3-color-juicy-pink" a href="https://whky.com/iredell-co-deputy-recognized-by-n-c-juvenile-officers-association/" class="vc_gitem-link vc_general vc_btn3 vc_general vc_btn3 vc_btn3-size-md vc_btn3-shape-rounded vc_btn3-style-flat vc_btn3-color-juicy-pink" title="Read more">Read more</a></div></div></div></div></div></div><div class="vc_clearfix"></div></div><div class="vc_grid-item vc_clearfix vc_col-sm-3 vc_grid-item-zone-c-bottom"><div class="vc_grid-item-mini vc_clearfix "><div class="vc_gitem-animated-block" ><div class="vc_gitem-zone vc_gitem-zone-a vc-gitem-zone-height-mode-auto vc-gitem-zone-height-mode-auto-1-1 vc_gitem-is-link" style="background-image: url('https://whky.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/01/Unemployment-Pic-Generic-010524.jpg') !important;"><a href="https://whky.com/unemployment-rates-increase-across-hickory-metro-state/" title="Unemployment Rates Increase Across Hickory Metro, State" class="vc_gitem-link vc-zone-link" ></a><img class="vc_gitem-zone-img" src="https://whky.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/01/Unemployment-Pic-Generic-010524.jpg" alt="Unemployment Rates Increase Across Hickory Metro, State" loading="lazy"><div class="vc_gitem-zone-mini"></div></div></div><div class="vc_gitem-zone vc_gitem-zone-c vc_custom_1419240516480"><div class="vc_gitem-zone-mini"><div class="vc_gitem_row vc_row vc_gitem-row-position-top"><div class="vc_col-sm-12 vc_gitem-col vc_gitem-col-align-"><div class="vc_custom_heading vc_gitem-post-data vc_gitem-post-data-source-post_title" ><h4 style="text-align: left" >Unemployment Rates Increase Across Hickory Metro, State</h4></div><div class="vc_custom_heading vc_gitem-post-data vc_gitem-post-data-source-post_excerpt" ><p style="text-align: left" ><p>Unemployment rates increased across the Hickory Metro and throughout much of the state of North Carolina according to the latest update. The report was released by the North Carolina Department&hellip;</p> </p></div><div class="vc_btn3-container vc_btn3-left"><a class="vc_general vc_btn3 vc_btn3-size-md vc_btn3-shape-rounded vc_btn3-style-flat vc_btn3-color-juicy-pink" a href="https://whky.com/unemployment-rates-increase-across-hickory-metro-state/" class="vc_gitem-link vc_general vc_btn3 vc_general vc_btn3 vc_btn3-size-md vc_btn3-shape-rounded vc_btn3-style-flat vc_btn3-color-juicy-pink" title="Read more">Read more</a></div></div></div></div></div></div><div class="vc_clearfix"></div></div><div class="vc_grid-item vc_clearfix vc_col-sm-3 vc_grid-item-zone-c-bottom"><div class="vc_grid-item-mini vc_clearfix "><div class="vc_gitem-animated-block" ><div class="vc_gitem-zone vc_gitem-zone-a vc-gitem-zone-height-mode-auto vc-gitem-zone-height-mode-auto-1-1 vc_gitem-is-link" style="background-image: url('https://whky.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/05/NC-Governors-Highway-Safety-Program-052523.jpg') !important;"><a href="https://whky.com/state-officials-promoting-summer-safety-measures/" title="State Officials Promoting Summer Safety Measures" class="vc_gitem-link vc-zone-link" ></a><img class="vc_gitem-zone-img" src="https://whky.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/05/NC-Governors-Highway-Safety-Program-052523.jpg" alt="State Officials Promoting Summer Safety Measures" loading="lazy"><div class="vc_gitem-zone-mini"></div></div></div><div class="vc_gitem-zone vc_gitem-zone-c vc_custom_1419240516480"><div class="vc_gitem-zone-mini"><div class="vc_gitem_row vc_row vc_gitem-row-position-top"><div class="vc_col-sm-12 vc_gitem-col vc_gitem-col-align-"><div class="vc_custom_heading vc_gitem-post-data vc_gitem-post-data-source-post_title" ><h4 style="text-align: left" >State Officials Promoting Summer Safety Measures</h4></div><div class="vc_custom_heading vc_gitem-post-data vc_gitem-post-data-source-post_excerpt" ><p style="text-align: left" ><p>As North Carolina enters the heart of the summer vacation period, the Governor’s Highway Safety Program (GHSP) is partnering with the N.C. Department of Insurance to underscore critical safety measures&hellip;</p> </p></div><div class="vc_btn3-container vc_btn3-left"><a class="vc_general vc_btn3 vc_btn3-size-md vc_btn3-shape-rounded vc_btn3-style-flat vc_btn3-color-juicy-pink" a href="https://whky.com/state-officials-promoting-summer-safety-measures/" class="vc_gitem-link vc_general vc_btn3 vc_general vc_btn3 vc_btn3-size-md vc_btn3-shape-rounded vc_btn3-style-flat vc_btn3-color-juicy-pink" title="Read more">Read more</a></div></div></div></div></div></div><div class="vc_clearfix"></div></div><div class="vc_grid-item vc_clearfix vc_col-sm-3 vc_grid-item-zone-c-bottom"><div class="vc_grid-item-mini vc_clearfix "><div class="vc_gitem-animated-block" ><div class="vc_gitem-zone vc_gitem-zone-a vc-gitem-zone-height-mode-auto vc-gitem-zone-height-mode-auto-1-1 vc_gitem-is-link" style="background-image: url('https://whky.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/03/23AndMe-Logo-032625.jpg') !important;"><a href="https://whky.com/north-carolinians-23andme-genetic-data-secured/" title="North Carolinians&#8217; 23andMe Genetic Data Secured" class="vc_gitem-link vc-zone-link" ></a><img class="vc_gitem-zone-img" src="https://whky.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/03/23AndMe-Logo-032625.jpg" alt="North Carolinians' 23andMe Genetic Data Secured" loading="lazy"><div class="vc_gitem-zone-mini"></div></div></div><div class="vc_gitem-zone vc_gitem-zone-c vc_custom_1419240516480"><div class="vc_gitem-zone-mini"><div class="vc_gitem_row vc_row vc_gitem-row-position-top"><div class="vc_col-sm-12 vc_gitem-col vc_gitem-col-align-"><div class="vc_custom_heading vc_gitem-post-data vc_gitem-post-data-source-post_title" ><h4 style="text-align: left" >North Carolinians&#8217; 23andMe Genetic Data Secured</h4></div><div class="vc_custom_heading vc_gitem-post-data vc_gitem-post-data-source-post_excerpt" ><p style="text-align: left" ><p>On Tuesday (July 2) Attorney General Jeff Jackson announced that North Carolinians’ genetic data with DNA testing company 23andMe (TTAM) will not transfer to a for-profit third party, instead staying&hellip;</p> </p></div><div class="vc_btn3-container vc_btn3-left"><a class="vc_general vc_btn3 vc_btn3-size-md vc_btn3-shape-rounded vc_btn3-style-flat vc_btn3-color-juicy-pink" a href="https://whky.com/north-carolinians-23andme-genetic-data-secured/" class="vc_gitem-link vc_general vc_btn3 vc_general vc_btn3 vc_btn3-size-md vc_btn3-shape-rounded vc_btn3-style-flat vc_btn3-color-juicy-pink" title="Read more">Read more</a></div></div></div></div></div></div><div class="vc_clearfix"></div></div><div class="vc_grid-item vc_clearfix vc_col-sm-3 vc_grid-item-zone-c-bottom"><div class="vc_grid-item-mini vc_clearfix "><div class="vc_gitem-animated-block" ><div class="vc_gitem-zone vc_gitem-zone-a vc-gitem-zone-height-mode-auto vc-gitem-zone-height-mode-auto-1-1 vc_gitem-is-link" style="background-image: url('https://whky.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/01/NCDOJ-Seal-011122.jpg') !important;"><a href="https://whky.com/attorney-general-announces-restitution-for-n-c-residents-scammed-by-sales-company/" title="Attorney General Announces Restitution For N.C. Residents Scammed By Sales Company" class="vc_gitem-link vc-zone-link" ></a><img class="vc_gitem-zone-img" src="https://whky.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/01/NCDOJ-Seal-011122.jpg" alt="Attorney General Announces Restitution For N.C. Residents Scammed By Sales Company" loading="lazy"><div class="vc_gitem-zone-mini"></div></div></div><div class="vc_gitem-zone vc_gitem-zone-c vc_custom_1419240516480"><div class="vc_gitem-zone-mini"><div class="vc_gitem_row vc_row vc_gitem-row-position-top"><div class="vc_col-sm-12 vc_gitem-col vc_gitem-col-align-"><div class="vc_custom_heading vc_gitem-post-data vc_gitem-post-data-source-post_title" ><h4 style="text-align: left" >Attorney General Announces Restitution For N.C. Residents Scammed By Sales Company</h4></div><div class="vc_custom_heading vc_gitem-post-data vc_gitem-post-data-source-post_excerpt" ><p style="text-align: left" ><p>North Carolina Attorney General Jeff Jackson recently announced that the more than 30 North Carolinians who were scammed by predatory tech sales company Prehired are getting more than $149,000 in&hellip;</p> </p></div><div class="vc_btn3-container vc_btn3-left"><a class="vc_general vc_btn3 vc_btn3-size-md vc_btn3-shape-rounded vc_btn3-style-flat vc_btn3-color-juicy-pink" a href="https://whky.com/attorney-general-announces-restitution-for-n-c-residents-scammed-by-sales-company/" class="vc_gitem-link vc_general vc_btn3 vc_general vc_btn3 vc_btn3-size-md vc_btn3-shape-rounded vc_btn3-style-flat vc_btn3-color-juicy-pink" title="Read more">Read more</a></div></div></div></div></div></div><div class="vc_clearfix"></div></div><div class="vc_grid-item vc_clearfix vc_col-sm-3 vc_grid-item-zone-c-bottom"><div class="vc_grid-item-mini vc_clearfix "><div class="vc_gitem-animated-block" ><div class="vc_gitem-zone vc_gitem-zone-a vc-gitem-zone-height-mode-auto vc-gitem-zone-height-mode-auto-1-1 vc_gitem-is-link" style="background-image: url('https://whky.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/05/NCDOL-Logo-052025.jpg') !important;"><a href="https://whky.com/updated-occupational-safety-penalty-fees-announced-by-ncdol/" title="Updated Occupational Safety Penalty Fees Announced By NCDOL" class="vc_gitem-link vc-zone-link" ></a><img class="vc_gitem-zone-img" src="https://whky.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/05/NCDOL-Logo-052025.jpg" alt="Updated Occupational Safety Penalty Fees Announced By NCDOL" loading="lazy"><div class="vc_gitem-zone-mini"></div></div></div><div class="vc_gitem-zone vc_gitem-zone-c vc_custom_1419240516480"><div class="vc_gitem-zone-mini"><div class="vc_gitem_row vc_row vc_gitem-row-position-top"><div class="vc_col-sm-12 vc_gitem-col vc_gitem-col-align-"><div class="vc_custom_heading vc_gitem-post-data vc_gitem-post-data-source-post_title" ><h4 style="text-align: left" >Updated Occupational Safety Penalty Fees Announced By NCDOL</h4></div><div class="vc_custom_heading vc_gitem-post-data vc_gitem-post-data-source-post_excerpt" ><p style="text-align: left" ><p>The North Carolina Department of Labor (NCDOL) has announced updated maximum penalty amounts for occupational safety and health violations, effective Tuesday (July 1) in accordance with annual adjustments tied to&hellip;</p> </p></div><div class="vc_btn3-container vc_btn3-left"><a class="vc_general vc_btn3 vc_btn3-size-md vc_btn3-shape-rounded vc_btn3-style-flat vc_btn3-color-juicy-pink" a href="https://whky.com/updated-occupational-safety-penalty-fees-announced-by-ncdol/" class="vc_gitem-link vc_general vc_btn3 vc_general vc_btn3 vc_btn3-size-md vc_btn3-shape-rounded vc_btn3-style-flat vc_btn3-color-juicy-pink" title="Read more">Read more</a></div></div></div></div></div></div><div class="vc_clearfix"></div></div><div class="vc_grid-item vc_clearfix vc_col-sm-3 vc_grid-item-zone-c-bottom"><div class="vc_grid-item-mini vc_clearfix "><div class="vc_gitem-animated-block" ><div class="vc_gitem-zone vc_gitem-zone-a vc-gitem-zone-height-mode-auto vc-gitem-zone-height-mode-auto-1-1 vc_gitem-is-link" style="background-image: url('https://whky.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/07/NC-Emergency-Management-070225.jpg') !important;"><a href="https://whky.com/n-c-emergency-management-announces-campaign-to-encourage-prep-kits/" title="N.C. Emergency Management Announces Campaign To Encourage Prep Kits" class="vc_gitem-link vc-zone-link" ></a><img class="vc_gitem-zone-img" src="https://whky.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/07/NC-Emergency-Management-070225.jpg" alt="N.C. Emergency Management Announces Campaign To Encourage Prep Kits" loading="lazy"><div class="vc_gitem-zone-mini"></div></div></div><div class="vc_gitem-zone vc_gitem-zone-c vc_custom_1419240516480"><div class="vc_gitem-zone-mini"><div class="vc_gitem_row vc_row vc_gitem-row-position-top"><div class="vc_col-sm-12 vc_gitem-col vc_gitem-col-align-"><div class="vc_custom_heading vc_gitem-post-data vc_gitem-post-data-source-post_title" ><h4 style="text-align: left" >N.C. Emergency Management Announces Campaign To Encourage Prep Kits</h4></div><div class="vc_custom_heading vc_gitem-post-data vc_gitem-post-data-source-post_excerpt" ><p style="text-align: left" ><p>North Carolina Emergency Management (NCEM) is launching its new campaign, &#8220;Prep A Little, Save A Lot,&#8221; designed to help North Carolinians build essential emergency kits without breaking the bank. Running&hellip;</p> </p></div><div class="vc_btn3-container vc_btn3-left"><a class="vc_general vc_btn3 vc_btn3-size-md vc_btn3-shape-rounded vc_btn3-style-flat vc_btn3-color-juicy-pink" a href="https://whky.com/n-c-emergency-management-announces-campaign-to-encourage-prep-kits/" class="vc_gitem-link vc_general vc_btn3 vc_general vc_btn3 vc_btn3-size-md vc_btn3-shape-rounded vc_btn3-style-flat vc_btn3-color-juicy-pink" title="Read more">Read more</a></div></div></div></div></div></div><div class="vc_clearfix"></div></div><div class="vc_grid-item vc_clearfix vc_col-sm-3 vc_grid-item-zone-c-bottom"><div class="vc_grid-item-mini vc_clearfix "><div class="vc_gitem-animated-block" ><div class="vc_gitem-zone vc_gitem-zone-a vc-gitem-zone-height-mode-auto vc-gitem-zone-height-mode-auto-1-1 vc_gitem-is-link" style="background-image: url('https://whky.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/07/Greenway-closed-map-5-22-25-1024x492.png') !important;"><a href="https://whky.com/caldwell-county-soil-and-water-begins-waterway-restoration-project-along-the-yadkin-river/" title="Caldwell County Soil and Water Begins Waterway Restoration Project along the Yadkin River." class="vc_gitem-link vc-zone-link" ></a><img class="vc_gitem-zone-img" src="https://whky.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/07/Greenway-closed-map-5-22-25-1024x492.png" alt="Caldwell County Soil and Water Begins Waterway Restoration Project along the Yadkin River." loading="lazy"><div class="vc_gitem-zone-mini"></div></div></div><div class="vc_gitem-zone vc_gitem-zone-c vc_custom_1419240516480"><div class="vc_gitem-zone-mini"><div class="vc_gitem_row vc_row vc_gitem-row-position-top"><div class="vc_col-sm-12 vc_gitem-col vc_gitem-col-align-"><div class="vc_custom_heading vc_gitem-post-data vc_gitem-post-data-source-post_title" ><h4 style="text-align: left" >Caldwell County Soil and Water Begins Waterway Restoration Project along the Yadkin River.</h4></div><div class="vc_custom_heading vc_gitem-post-data vc_gitem-post-data-source-post_excerpt" ><p style="text-align: left" ><p>Beginning July 7, Happy Valley Greenway and Parking Area will be temporarily closed. The Happy Valley Greenway will be closed from the Happy Valley Filling Station to the area just&hellip;</p> </p></div><div class="vc_btn3-container vc_btn3-left"><a class="vc_general vc_btn3 vc_btn3-size-md vc_btn3-shape-rounded vc_btn3-style-flat vc_btn3-color-juicy-pink" a href="https://whky.com/caldwell-county-soil-and-water-begins-waterway-restoration-project-along-the-yadkin-river/" class="vc_gitem-link vc_general vc_btn3 vc_general vc_btn3 vc_btn3-size-md vc_btn3-shape-rounded vc_btn3-style-flat vc_btn3-color-juicy-pink" title="Read more">Read more</a></div></div></div></div></div></div><div class="vc_clearfix"></div></div><div class="vc_grid-item vc_clearfix vc_col-sm-3 vc_grid-item-zone-c-bottom"><div class="vc_grid-item-mini vc_clearfix "><div class="vc_gitem-animated-block" ><div class="vc_gitem-zone vc_gitem-zone-a vc-gitem-zone-height-mode-auto vc-gitem-zone-height-mode-auto-1-1 vc_gitem-is-link" style="background-image: url('https://whky.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/10/NCDOI-Logo-100724.jpg') !important;"><a href="https://whky.com/insurance-commissioner-reminds-n-c-residents-about-auto-insurance-policy-changes/" title="Insurance Commissioner Reminds N.C. Residents About Auto Insurance Policy Changes" class="vc_gitem-link vc-zone-link" ></a><img class="vc_gitem-zone-img" src="https://whky.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/10/NCDOI-Logo-100724.jpg" alt="Insurance Commissioner Reminds N.C. Residents About Auto Insurance Policy Changes" loading="lazy"><div class="vc_gitem-zone-mini"></div></div></div><div class="vc_gitem-zone vc_gitem-zone-c vc_custom_1419240516480"><div class="vc_gitem-zone-mini"><div class="vc_gitem_row vc_row vc_gitem-row-position-top"><div class="vc_col-sm-12 vc_gitem-col vc_gitem-col-align-"><div class="vc_custom_heading vc_gitem-post-data vc_gitem-post-data-source-post_title" ><h4 style="text-align: left" >Insurance Commissioner Reminds N.C. Residents About Auto Insurance Policy Changes</h4></div><div class="vc_custom_heading vc_gitem-post-data vc_gitem-post-data-source-post_excerpt" ><p style="text-align: left" ><p>North Carolina Insurance Commissioner Mike Causey is reminding residents to be aware of changes to automobile insurance policies that took effect Tuesday (July 1). According to the North Carolina Department&hellip;</p> </p></div><div class="vc_btn3-container vc_btn3-left"><a class="vc_general vc_btn3 vc_btn3-size-md vc_btn3-shape-rounded vc_btn3-style-flat vc_btn3-color-juicy-pink" a href="https://whky.com/insurance-commissioner-reminds-n-c-residents-about-auto-insurance-policy-changes/" class="vc_gitem-link vc_general vc_btn3 vc_general vc_btn3 vc_btn3-size-md vc_btn3-shape-rounded vc_btn3-style-flat vc_btn3-color-juicy-pink" title="Read more">Read more</a></div></div></div></div></div></div><div class="vc_clearfix"></div></div><div class="vc_grid-item vc_clearfix vc_col-sm-3 vc_grid-item-zone-c-bottom"><div class="vc_grid-item-mini vc_clearfix "><div class="vc_gitem-animated-block" ><div class="vc_gitem-zone vc_gitem-zone-a vc-gitem-zone-height-mode-auto vc-gitem-zone-height-mode-auto-1-1 vc_gitem-is-link" style="background-image: url('https://whky.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/03/NCDOT-Logo-031423.jpg') !important;"><a href="https://whky.com/most-construction-to-be-suspended-for-july-4th-holiday/" title="Most Construction To Be Suspended For July 4th Holiday" class="vc_gitem-link vc-zone-link" ></a><img class="vc_gitem-zone-img" src="https://whky.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/03/NCDOT-Logo-031423.jpg" alt="Most Construction To Be Suspended For July 4th Holiday" loading="lazy"><div class="vc_gitem-zone-mini"></div></div></div><div class="vc_gitem-zone vc_gitem-zone-c vc_custom_1419240516480"><div class="vc_gitem-zone-mini"><div class="vc_gitem_row vc_row vc_gitem-row-position-top"><div class="vc_col-sm-12 vc_gitem-col vc_gitem-col-align-"><div class="vc_custom_heading vc_gitem-post-data vc_gitem-post-data-source-post_title" ><h4 style="text-align: left" >Most Construction To Be Suspended For July 4th Holiday</h4></div><div class="vc_custom_heading vc_gitem-post-data vc_gitem-post-data-source-post_excerpt" ><p style="text-align: left" ><p>The Independence Day holiday weekend is almost here and most construction on interstates and state routes will be suspended for the holiday July 3 &#8211; 8. The North Carolina Department&hellip;</p> </p></div><div class="vc_btn3-container vc_btn3-left"><a class="vc_general vc_btn3 vc_btn3-size-md vc_btn3-shape-rounded vc_btn3-style-flat vc_btn3-color-juicy-pink" a href="https://whky.com/most-construction-to-be-suspended-for-july-4th-holiday/" class="vc_gitem-link vc_general vc_btn3 vc_general vc_btn3 vc_btn3-size-md vc_btn3-shape-rounded vc_btn3-style-flat vc_btn3-color-juicy-pink" title="Read more">Read more</a></div></div></div></div></div></div><div class="vc_clearfix"></div></div><div class="vc_grid-item vc_clearfix vc_col-sm-3 vc_grid-item-zone-c-bottom"><div class="vc_grid-item-mini vc_clearfix "><div class="vc_gitem-animated-block" ><div class="vc_gitem-zone vc_gitem-zone-a vc-gitem-zone-height-mode-auto vc-gitem-zone-height-mode-auto-1-1 vc_gitem-is-link" style="background-image: url('https://whky.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/07/Med-Camp-Pic-Frye-070225.jpg') !important;"><a href="https://whky.com/frye-regional-medical-center-holds-first-med-camp-with-local-students/" title="Frye Regional Medical Center Holds First &#8220;Med Camp&#8221; With Local Students" class="vc_gitem-link vc-zone-link" ></a><img class="vc_gitem-zone-img" src="https://whky.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/07/Med-Camp-Pic-Frye-070225.jpg" alt="Frye Regional Medical Center Holds First "Med Camp" With Local Students" loading="lazy"><div class="vc_gitem-zone-mini"></div></div></div><div class="vc_gitem-zone vc_gitem-zone-c vc_custom_1419240516480"><div class="vc_gitem-zone-mini"><div class="vc_gitem_row vc_row vc_gitem-row-position-top"><div class="vc_col-sm-12 vc_gitem-col vc_gitem-col-align-"><div class="vc_custom_heading vc_gitem-post-data vc_gitem-post-data-source-post_title" ><h4 style="text-align: left" >Frye Regional Medical Center Holds First &#8220;Med Camp&#8221; With Local Students</h4></div><div class="vc_custom_heading vc_gitem-post-data vc_gitem-post-data-source-post_excerpt" ><p style="text-align: left" ><p>Frye Regional Medical Center collaborated with Catawba County Schools to launch its inaugural Med Camp, a dynamic and immersive program designed to inspire high school students to pursue careers in&hellip;</p> </p></div><div class="vc_btn3-container vc_btn3-left"><a class="vc_general vc_btn3 vc_btn3-size-md vc_btn3-shape-rounded vc_btn3-style-flat vc_btn3-color-juicy-pink" a href="https://whky.com/frye-regional-medical-center-holds-first-med-camp-with-local-students/" class="vc_gitem-link vc_general vc_btn3 vc_general vc_btn3 vc_btn3-size-md vc_btn3-shape-rounded vc_btn3-style-flat vc_btn3-color-juicy-pink" title="Read more">Read more</a></div></div></div></div></div></div><div class="vc_clearfix"></div></div><div class="vc_grid-item vc_clearfix vc_col-sm-3 vc_grid-item-zone-c-bottom"><div class="vc_grid-item-mini vc_clearfix "><div class="vc_gitem-animated-block" ><div class="vc_gitem-zone vc_gitem-zone-a vc-gitem-zone-height-mode-auto vc-gitem-zone-height-mode-auto-1-1 vc_gitem-is-link" style="background-image: url('https://whky.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/06/NCDPS-Logo-061324.jpg') !important;"><a href="https://whky.com/applications-being-accepted-for-program-to-assist-property-owners-affected-by-helene/" title="Applications Being Accepted For Program To Assist Property Owners Affected By Helene" class="vc_gitem-link vc-zone-link" ></a><img class="vc_gitem-zone-img" src="https://whky.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/06/NCDPS-Logo-061324.jpg" alt="Applications Being Accepted For Program To Assist Property Owners Affected By Helene" loading="lazy"><div class="vc_gitem-zone-mini"></div></div></div><div class="vc_gitem-zone vc_gitem-zone-c vc_custom_1419240516480"><div class="vc_gitem-zone-mini"><div class="vc_gitem_row vc_row vc_gitem-row-position-top"><div class="vc_col-sm-12 vc_gitem-col vc_gitem-col-align-"><div class="vc_custom_heading vc_gitem-post-data vc_gitem-post-data-source-post_title" ><h4 style="text-align: left" >Applications Being Accepted For Program To Assist Property Owners Affected By Helene</h4></div><div class="vc_custom_heading vc_gitem-post-data vc_gitem-post-data-source-post_excerpt" ><p style="text-align: left" ><p>North Carolina Emergency Management (NCEM) is now accepting applications from non-profit organizations interested in participating in the Tropical Storm Helene Private Road and Bridge Program (NC-PRB). According to a news&hellip;</p> </p></div><div class="vc_btn3-container vc_btn3-left"><a class="vc_general vc_btn3 vc_btn3-size-md vc_btn3-shape-rounded vc_btn3-style-flat vc_btn3-color-juicy-pink" a href="https://whky.com/applications-being-accepted-for-program-to-assist-property-owners-affected-by-helene/" class="vc_gitem-link vc_general vc_btn3 vc_general vc_btn3 vc_btn3-size-md vc_btn3-shape-rounded vc_btn3-style-flat vc_btn3-color-juicy-pink" title="Read more">Read more</a></div></div></div></div></div></div><div class="vc_clearfix"></div></div><div class="vc_grid-item vc_clearfix vc_col-sm-3 vc_grid-item-zone-c-bottom"><div class="vc_grid-item-mini vc_clearfix "><div class="vc_gitem-animated-block" ><div class="vc_gitem-zone vc_gitem-zone-a vc-gitem-zone-height-mode-auto vc-gitem-zone-height-mode-auto-1-1 vc_gitem-is-link" style="background-image: url('https://whky.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/07/Interstate-40-North-Carolina-Sign-071921.jpg') !important;"><a href="https://whky.com/i-40-lanes-closed-in-burke-county-due-to-vehicle-fire/" title="I-40 Lanes Closed In Burke County Due To Vehicle Fire" class="vc_gitem-link vc-zone-link" ></a><img class="vc_gitem-zone-img" src="https://whky.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/07/Interstate-40-North-Carolina-Sign-071921.jpg" alt="I-40 Lanes Closed In Burke County Due To Vehicle Fire" loading="lazy"><div class="vc_gitem-zone-mini"></div></div></div><div class="vc_gitem-zone vc_gitem-zone-c vc_custom_1419240516480"><div class="vc_gitem-zone-mini"><div class="vc_gitem_row vc_row vc_gitem-row-position-top"><div class="vc_col-sm-12 vc_gitem-col vc_gitem-col-align-"><div class="vc_custom_heading vc_gitem-post-data vc_gitem-post-data-source-post_title" ><h4 style="text-align: left" >I-40 Lanes Closed In Burke County Due To Vehicle Fire</h4></div><div class="vc_custom_heading vc_gitem-post-data vc_gitem-post-data-source-post_excerpt" ><p style="text-align: left" ><p>Interstate 40 in Burke County was shut down in the westbound lanes due to a tractor trailer fire. According to a news release from Burke County Emergency Services, just after&hellip;</p> </p></div><div class="vc_btn3-container vc_btn3-left"><a class="vc_general vc_btn3 vc_btn3-size-md vc_btn3-shape-rounded vc_btn3-style-flat vc_btn3-color-juicy-pink" a href="https://whky.com/i-40-lanes-closed-in-burke-county-due-to-vehicle-fire/" class="vc_gitem-link vc_general vc_btn3 vc_general vc_btn3 vc_btn3-size-md vc_btn3-shape-rounded vc_btn3-style-flat vc_btn3-color-juicy-pink" title="Read more">Read more</a></div></div></div></div></div></div><div class="vc_clearfix"></div></div><div class="vc_grid-item vc_clearfix vc_col-sm-3 vc_grid-item-zone-c-bottom"><div class="vc_grid-item-mini vc_clearfix "><div class="vc_gitem-animated-block" ><div class="vc_gitem-zone vc_gitem-zone-a vc-gitem-zone-height-mode-auto vc-gitem-zone-height-mode-auto-1-1 vc_gitem-is-link" style="background-image: url('https://whky.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/07/Swaggart-Rev-Jimmy-070125-808x1024.jpg') !important;"><a href="https://whky.com/rev-swaggart-passes-away-at-90/" title="Rev. Swaggart Passes Away at 90" class="vc_gitem-link vc-zone-link" ></a><img class="vc_gitem-zone-img" src="https://whky.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/07/Swaggart-Rev-Jimmy-070125-808x1024.jpg" alt="Rev. Swaggart Passes Away at 90" loading="lazy"><div class="vc_gitem-zone-mini"></div></div></div><div class="vc_gitem-zone vc_gitem-zone-c vc_custom_1419240516480"><div class="vc_gitem-zone-mini"><div class="vc_gitem_row vc_row vc_gitem-row-position-top"><div class="vc_col-sm-12 vc_gitem-col vc_gitem-col-align-"><div class="vc_custom_heading vc_gitem-post-data vc_gitem-post-data-source-post_title" ><h4 style="text-align: left" >Rev. Swaggart Passes Away at 90</h4></div><div class="vc_custom_heading vc_gitem-post-data vc_gitem-post-data-source-post_excerpt" ><p style="text-align: left" ><p>Televangelist Jimmy Swaggart died in Baton Rouge, Louisiana today, according to a statement released by his family and publicist. Reverend Swaggart was 90. His publicist said the pastor passed away&hellip;</p> </p></div><div class="vc_btn3-container vc_btn3-left"><a class="vc_general vc_btn3 vc_btn3-size-md vc_btn3-shape-rounded vc_btn3-style-flat vc_btn3-color-juicy-pink" a href="https://whky.com/rev-swaggart-passes-away-at-90/" class="vc_gitem-link vc_general vc_btn3 vc_general vc_btn3 vc_btn3-size-md vc_btn3-shape-rounded vc_btn3-style-flat vc_btn3-color-juicy-pink" title="Read more">Read more</a></div></div></div></div></div></div><div class="vc_clearfix"></div></div><div class="vc_grid-item vc_clearfix vc_col-sm-3 vc_grid-item-zone-c-bottom"><div class="vc_grid-item-mini vc_clearfix "><div class="vc_gitem-animated-block" ><div class="vc_gitem-zone vc_gitem-zone-a vc-gitem-zone-height-mode-auto vc-gitem-zone-height-mode-auto-1-1 vc_gitem-is-link" style="background-image: url('https://whky.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/07/Wilson-Creek-Closed-Graphic-070125-780x1024.jpg') !important;"><a href="https://whky.com/some-wilson-creek-area-recreational-facilities-remain-closed/" title="Some Wilson Creek Area Recreational Facilities Remain Closed" class="vc_gitem-link vc-zone-link" ></a><img class="vc_gitem-zone-img" src="https://whky.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/07/Wilson-Creek-Closed-Graphic-070125-780x1024.jpg" alt="Some Wilson Creek Area Recreational Facilities Remain Closed" loading="lazy"><div class="vc_gitem-zone-mini"></div></div></div><div class="vc_gitem-zone vc_gitem-zone-c vc_custom_1419240516480"><div class="vc_gitem-zone-mini"><div class="vc_gitem_row vc_row vc_gitem-row-position-top"><div class="vc_col-sm-12 vc_gitem-col vc_gitem-col-align-"><div class="vc_custom_heading vc_gitem-post-data vc_gitem-post-data-source-post_title" ><h4 style="text-align: left" >Some Wilson Creek Area Recreational Facilities Remain Closed</h4></div><div class="vc_custom_heading vc_gitem-post-data vc_gitem-post-data-source-post_excerpt" ><p style="text-align: left" ><p>Due to damage caused by Tropical Storm Helene and ongoing recovery efforts, the U.S. Forest Service has prohibited swimming in the Wilson Creek Gorge Day Use Area. In addition, the&hellip;</p> </p></div><div class="vc_btn3-container vc_btn3-left"><a class="vc_general vc_btn3 vc_btn3-size-md vc_btn3-shape-rounded vc_btn3-style-flat vc_btn3-color-juicy-pink" a href="https://whky.com/some-wilson-creek-area-recreational-facilities-remain-closed/" class="vc_gitem-link vc_general vc_btn3 vc_general vc_btn3 vc_btn3-size-md vc_btn3-shape-rounded vc_btn3-style-flat vc_btn3-color-juicy-pink" title="Read more">Read more</a></div></div></div></div></div></div><div class="vc_clearfix"></div></div><div class="vc_grid-item vc_clearfix vc_col-sm-3 vc_grid-item-zone-c-bottom"><div class="vc_grid-item-mini vc_clearfix "><div class="vc_gitem-animated-block" ><div class="vc_gitem-zone vc_gitem-zone-a vc-gitem-zone-height-mode-auto vc-gitem-zone-height-mode-auto-1-1 vc_gitem-is-link" style="background-image: url('https://whky.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/07/9th-Ave-NW-Street-Closing-070125-1024x791.jpg') !important;"><a href="https://whky.com/partial-street-closing-in-n-w-hickory/" title="Partial Street Closing in N.W. Hickory" class="vc_gitem-link vc-zone-link" ></a><img class="vc_gitem-zone-img" src="https://whky.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/07/9th-Ave-NW-Street-Closing-070125-1024x791.jpg" alt="Partial Street Closing in N.W. Hickory" loading="lazy"><div class="vc_gitem-zone-mini"></div></div></div><div class="vc_gitem-zone vc_gitem-zone-c vc_custom_1419240516480"><div class="vc_gitem-zone-mini"><div class="vc_gitem_row vc_row vc_gitem-row-position-top"><div class="vc_col-sm-12 vc_gitem-col vc_gitem-col-align-"><div class="vc_custom_heading vc_gitem-post-data vc_gitem-post-data-source-post_title" ><h4 style="text-align: left" >Partial Street Closing in N.W. Hickory</h4></div><div class="vc_custom_heading vc_gitem-post-data vc_gitem-post-data-source-post_excerpt" ><p style="text-align: left" ><p>Weather permitting, the westbound lane of Ninth Avenue N.W. at 17th Street N.W. (just above the D.M.V. office) will be closed July 8 and July 9 for storm drain work&hellip;</p> </p></div><div class="vc_btn3-container vc_btn3-left"><a class="vc_general vc_btn3 vc_btn3-size-md vc_btn3-shape-rounded vc_btn3-style-flat vc_btn3-color-juicy-pink" a href="https://whky.com/partial-street-closing-in-n-w-hickory/" class="vc_gitem-link vc_general vc_btn3 vc_general vc_btn3 vc_btn3-size-md vc_btn3-shape-rounded vc_btn3-style-flat vc_btn3-color-juicy-pink" title="Read more">Read more</a></div></div></div></div></div></div><div class="vc_clearfix"></div></div><div class="vc_grid-item vc_clearfix vc_col-sm-3 vc_grid-item-zone-c-bottom"><div class="vc_grid-item-mini vc_clearfix "><div class="vc_gitem-animated-block" ><div class="vc_gitem-zone vc_gitem-zone-a vc-gitem-zone-height-mode-auto vc-gitem-zone-height-mode-auto-1-1 vc_gitem-is-link" style="background-image: url('https://whky.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/06/NCDPS-Logo-061324.jpg') !important;"><a href="https://whky.com/violent-crime-statistics-released-by-ncdps/" title="Violent Crime Statistics Released By NCDPS" class="vc_gitem-link vc-zone-link" ></a><img class="vc_gitem-zone-img" src="https://whky.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/06/NCDPS-Logo-061324.jpg" alt="Violent Crime Statistics Released By NCDPS" loading="lazy"><div class="vc_gitem-zone-mini"></div></div></div><div class="vc_gitem-zone vc_gitem-zone-c vc_custom_1419240516480"><div class="vc_gitem-zone-mini"><div class="vc_gitem_row vc_row vc_gitem-row-position-top"><div class="vc_col-sm-12 vc_gitem-col vc_gitem-col-align-"><div class="vc_custom_heading vc_gitem-post-data vc_gitem-post-data-source-post_title" ><h4 style="text-align: left" >Violent Crime Statistics Released By NCDPS</h4></div><div class="vc_custom_heading vc_gitem-post-data vc_gitem-post-data-source-post_excerpt" ><p style="text-align: left" ><p>The North Carolina Department of Public Safety’s Office of Violence Prevention recently released county violence profiles for all 100 North Carolina counties. The fact sheets bring together health and safety&hellip;</p> </p></div><div class="vc_btn3-container vc_btn3-left"><a class="vc_general vc_btn3 vc_btn3-size-md vc_btn3-shape-rounded vc_btn3-style-flat vc_btn3-color-juicy-pink" a href="https://whky.com/violent-crime-statistics-released-by-ncdps/" class="vc_gitem-link vc_general vc_btn3 vc_general vc_btn3 vc_btn3-size-md vc_btn3-shape-rounded vc_btn3-style-flat vc_btn3-color-juicy-pink" title="Read more">Read more</a></div></div></div></div></div></div><div class="vc_clearfix"></div></div><div class="vc_grid-item vc_clearfix vc_col-sm-3 vc_grid-item-zone-c-bottom"><div class="vc_grid-item-mini vc_clearfix "><div class="vc_gitem-animated-block" ><div class="vc_gitem-zone vc_gitem-zone-a vc-gitem-zone-height-mode-auto vc-gitem-zone-height-mode-auto-1-1 vc_gitem-is-link" style="background-image: url('https://whky.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/07/Water-Safety-News-Graphic-Generic-070125.jpg') !important;"><a href="https://whky.com/n-c-insurance-commissioner-offers-water-safety-tips-2/" title="N.C. Insurance Commissioner Offers Water Safety Tips" class="vc_gitem-link vc-zone-link" ></a><img class="vc_gitem-zone-img" src="https://whky.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/07/Water-Safety-News-Graphic-Generic-070125.jpg" alt="N.C. Insurance Commissioner Offers Water Safety Tips" loading="lazy"><div class="vc_gitem-zone-mini"></div></div></div><div class="vc_gitem-zone vc_gitem-zone-c vc_custom_1419240516480"><div class="vc_gitem-zone-mini"><div class="vc_gitem_row vc_row vc_gitem-row-position-top"><div class="vc_col-sm-12 vc_gitem-col vc_gitem-col-align-"><div class="vc_custom_heading vc_gitem-post-data vc_gitem-post-data-source-post_title" ><h4 style="text-align: left" >N.C. Insurance Commissioner Offers Water Safety Tips</h4></div><div class="vc_custom_heading vc_gitem-post-data vc_gitem-post-data-source-post_excerpt" ><p style="text-align: left" ><p>North Carolina Insurance Commissioner Mike Causey is asking parents and caregivers to think about the importance of water safety to protect their children as we approach the Fourth of July&hellip;</p> </p></div><div class="vc_btn3-container vc_btn3-left"><a class="vc_general vc_btn3 vc_btn3-size-md vc_btn3-shape-rounded vc_btn3-style-flat vc_btn3-color-juicy-pink" a href="https://whky.com/n-c-insurance-commissioner-offers-water-safety-tips-2/" class="vc_gitem-link vc_general vc_btn3 vc_general vc_btn3 vc_btn3-size-md vc_btn3-shape-rounded vc_btn3-style-flat vc_btn3-color-juicy-pink" title="Read more">Read more</a></div></div></div></div></div></div><div class="vc_clearfix"></div></div><div class="vc_grid-item vc_clearfix vc_col-sm-3 vc_grid-item-zone-c-bottom"><div class="vc_grid-item-mini vc_clearfix "><div class="vc_gitem-animated-block" ><div class="vc_gitem-zone vc_gitem-zone-a vc-gitem-zone-height-mode-auto vc-gitem-zone-height-mode-auto-1-1 vc_gitem-is-link" style="background-image: url('https://whky.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/11/AAA-Carolinas-Logo-112222.jpg') !important;"><a href="https://whky.com/record-breaking-independence-day-travel-predicted-in-carolinas-u-s/" title="Record Breaking Independence Day Travel Predicted In Carolinas, U.S." class="vc_gitem-link vc-zone-link" ></a><img class="vc_gitem-zone-img" src="https://whky.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/11/AAA-Carolinas-Logo-112222.jpg" alt="Record Breaking Independence Day Travel Predicted In Carolinas, U.S." loading="lazy"><div class="vc_gitem-zone-mini"></div></div></div><div class="vc_gitem-zone vc_gitem-zone-c vc_custom_1419240516480"><div class="vc_gitem-zone-mini"><div class="vc_gitem_row vc_row vc_gitem-row-position-top"><div class="vc_col-sm-12 vc_gitem-col vc_gitem-col-align-"><div class="vc_custom_heading vc_gitem-post-data vc_gitem-post-data-source-post_title" ><h4 style="text-align: left" >Record Breaking Independence Day Travel Predicted In Carolinas, U.S.</h4></div><div class="vc_custom_heading vc_gitem-post-data vc_gitem-post-data-source-post_excerpt" ><p style="text-align: left" ><p>According to AAA Carolinas, it’s expected to be another record-breaking year of travel in the Carolinas ahead of Independence Day, with numbers projected to reach historic levels. Approximately 2.3 million&hellip;</p> </p></div><div class="vc_btn3-container vc_btn3-left"><a class="vc_general vc_btn3 vc_btn3-size-md vc_btn3-shape-rounded vc_btn3-style-flat vc_btn3-color-juicy-pink" a href="https://whky.com/record-breaking-independence-day-travel-predicted-in-carolinas-u-s/" class="vc_gitem-link vc_general vc_btn3 vc_general vc_btn3 vc_btn3-size-md vc_btn3-shape-rounded vc_btn3-style-flat vc_btn3-color-juicy-pink" title="Read more">Read more</a></div></div></div></div></div></div><div class="vc_clearfix"></div></div><div class="vc_grid-item vc_clearfix vc_col-sm-3 vc_grid-item-zone-c-bottom"><div class="vc_grid-item-mini vc_clearfix "><div class="vc_gitem-animated-block" ><div class="vc_gitem-zone vc_gitem-zone-a vc-gitem-zone-height-mode-auto vc-gitem-zone-height-mode-auto-1-1 vc_gitem-is-link" style="background-image: url('https://whky.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/06/IMG_0591.jpeg') !important;"><a href="https://whky.com/suspect-arrested-in-murder-case/" title="Suspect Arrested In Murder Case" class="vc_gitem-link vc-zone-link" ></a><img class="vc_gitem-zone-img" src="https://whky.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/06/IMG_0591.jpeg" alt="Suspect Arrested In Murder Case" loading="lazy"><div class="vc_gitem-zone-mini"></div></div></div><div class="vc_gitem-zone vc_gitem-zone-c vc_custom_1419240516480"><div class="vc_gitem-zone-mini"><div class="vc_gitem_row vc_row vc_gitem-row-position-top"><div class="vc_col-sm-12 vc_gitem-col vc_gitem-col-align-"><div class="vc_custom_heading vc_gitem-post-data vc_gitem-post-data-source-post_title" ><h4 style="text-align: left" >Suspect Arrested In Murder Case</h4></div><div class="vc_custom_heading vc_gitem-post-data vc_gitem-post-data-source-post_excerpt" ><p style="text-align: left" ><p>23-year-old Austin Ty’Kim “Kimbe” Morrison of Statesville was arrested Saturday (June 28) by Statesville Police Officers. He’s charged with murder, larceny of a motor vehicle, felony flee to elude arrest,&hellip;</p> </p></div><div class="vc_btn3-container vc_btn3-left"><a class="vc_general vc_btn3 vc_btn3-size-md vc_btn3-shape-rounded vc_btn3-style-flat vc_btn3-color-juicy-pink" a href="https://whky.com/suspect-arrested-in-murder-case/" class="vc_gitem-link vc_general vc_btn3 vc_general vc_btn3 vc_btn3-size-md vc_btn3-shape-rounded vc_btn3-style-flat vc_btn3-color-juicy-pink" title="Read more">Read more</a></div></div></div></div></div></div><div class="vc_clearfix"></div></div><div class="vc_grid-item vc_clearfix vc_col-sm-3 vc_grid-item-zone-c-bottom"><div class="vc_grid-item-mini vc_clearfix "><div class="vc_gitem-animated-block" ><div class="vc_gitem-zone vc_gitem-zone-a vc-gitem-zone-height-mode-auto vc-gitem-zone-height-mode-auto-1-1 vc_gitem-is-link" style="background-image: url('https://whky.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/06/IMG_0590.jpeg') !important;"><a href="https://whky.com/arrest-made-in-shooting-incident/" title="Arrest Made In Shooting Incident" class="vc_gitem-link vc-zone-link" ></a><img class="vc_gitem-zone-img" src="https://whky.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/06/IMG_0590.jpeg" alt="Arrest Made In Shooting Incident" loading="lazy"><div class="vc_gitem-zone-mini"></div></div></div><div class="vc_gitem-zone vc_gitem-zone-c vc_custom_1419240516480"><div class="vc_gitem-zone-mini"><div class="vc_gitem_row vc_row vc_gitem-row-position-top"><div class="vc_col-sm-12 vc_gitem-col vc_gitem-col-align-"><div class="vc_custom_heading vc_gitem-post-data vc_gitem-post-data-source-post_title" ><h4 style="text-align: left" >Arrest Made In Shooting Incident</h4></div><div class="vc_custom_heading vc_gitem-post-data vc_gitem-post-data-source-post_excerpt" ><p style="text-align: left" ><p>18-year-old Keandre Terrell Cauthen of Statesville was arrested by Statesville Police Officers. He’s charged with discharging a firearm into occupied property and misdemeanor larceny. As WHKY previously reported, on Sunday&hellip;</p> </p></div><div class="vc_btn3-container vc_btn3-left"><a class="vc_general vc_btn3 vc_btn3-size-md vc_btn3-shape-rounded vc_btn3-style-flat vc_btn3-color-juicy-pink" a href="https://whky.com/arrest-made-in-shooting-incident/" class="vc_gitem-link vc_general vc_btn3 vc_general vc_btn3 vc_btn3-size-md vc_btn3-shape-rounded vc_btn3-style-flat vc_btn3-color-juicy-pink" title="Read more">Read more</a></div></div></div></div></div></div><div class="vc_clearfix"></div></div><div class="vc_grid-item vc_clearfix vc_col-sm-3 vc_grid-item-zone-c-bottom"><div class="vc_grid-item-mini vc_clearfix "><div class="vc_gitem-animated-block" ><div class="vc_gitem-zone vc_gitem-zone-a vc-gitem-zone-height-mode-auto vc-gitem-zone-height-mode-auto-1-1 vc_gitem-is-link" style="background-image: url('https://whky.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/09/Morganton-City-Seal-101218.jpg') !important;"><a href="https://whky.com/water-outage-possible-in-morganton-on-july-2/" title="Water Outage Possible in Morganton on July 2" class="vc_gitem-link vc-zone-link" ></a><img class="vc_gitem-zone-img" src="https://whky.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/09/Morganton-City-Seal-101218.jpg" alt="Water Outage Possible in Morganton on July 2" loading="lazy"><div class="vc_gitem-zone-mini"></div></div></div><div class="vc_gitem-zone vc_gitem-zone-c vc_custom_1419240516480"><div class="vc_gitem-zone-mini"><div class="vc_gitem_row vc_row vc_gitem-row-position-top"><div class="vc_col-sm-12 vc_gitem-col vc_gitem-col-align-"><div class="vc_custom_heading vc_gitem-post-data vc_gitem-post-data-source-post_title" ><h4 style="text-align: left" >Water Outage Possible in Morganton on July 2</h4></div><div class="vc_custom_heading vc_gitem-post-data vc_gitem-post-data-source-post_excerpt" ><p style="text-align: left" ><p>City of Morganton water customers on Vine Arden Road on the northeast side of Kirksey Drive (the side nearest the Wastewater Treatment Plant) may experience a water outage on Wednesday,&hellip;</p> </p></div><div class="vc_btn3-container vc_btn3-left"><a class="vc_general vc_btn3 vc_btn3-size-md vc_btn3-shape-rounded vc_btn3-style-flat vc_btn3-color-juicy-pink" a href="https://whky.com/water-outage-possible-in-morganton-on-july-2/" class="vc_gitem-link vc_general vc_btn3 vc_general vc_btn3 vc_btn3-size-md vc_btn3-shape-rounded vc_btn3-style-flat vc_btn3-color-juicy-pink" title="Read more">Read more</a></div></div></div></div></div></div><div class="vc_clearfix"></div></div><div class="vc_grid-item vc_clearfix vc_col-sm-3 vc_grid-item-zone-c-bottom"><div class="vc_grid-item-mini vc_clearfix "><div class="vc_gitem-animated-block" ><div class="vc_gitem-zone vc_gitem-zone-a vc-gitem-zone-height-mode-auto vc-gitem-zone-height-mode-auto-1-1 vc_gitem-is-link" style="background-image: url('https://whky.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/12/Morganton-Public-Safety-logo-121924.gif.jpg') !important;"><a href="https://whky.com/firearm-found-at-burke-county-elementary-school/" title="Firearm Found at Burke County Elementary School" class="vc_gitem-link vc-zone-link" ></a><img class="vc_gitem-zone-img" src="https://whky.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/12/Morganton-Public-Safety-logo-121924.gif.jpg" alt="Firearm Found at Burke County Elementary School" loading="lazy"><div class="vc_gitem-zone-mini"></div></div></div><div class="vc_gitem-zone vc_gitem-zone-c vc_custom_1419240516480"><div class="vc_gitem-zone-mini"><div class="vc_gitem_row vc_row vc_gitem-row-position-top"><div class="vc_col-sm-12 vc_gitem-col vc_gitem-col-align-"><div class="vc_custom_heading vc_gitem-post-data vc_gitem-post-data-source-post_title" ><h4 style="text-align: left" >Firearm Found at Burke County Elementary School</h4></div><div class="vc_custom_heading vc_gitem-post-data vc_gitem-post-data-source-post_excerpt" ><p style="text-align: left" ><p>Shortly before 9:30 this morning (June 30), the Morganton Department of Public Safety responded to a call at Mountain View Elementary School on Bouchelle Street in Morganton. When Officers arrived&hellip;</p> </p></div><div class="vc_btn3-container vc_btn3-left"><a class="vc_general vc_btn3 vc_btn3-size-md vc_btn3-shape-rounded vc_btn3-style-flat vc_btn3-color-juicy-pink" a href="https://whky.com/firearm-found-at-burke-county-elementary-school/" class="vc_gitem-link vc_general vc_btn3 vc_general vc_btn3 vc_btn3-size-md vc_btn3-shape-rounded vc_btn3-style-flat vc_btn3-color-juicy-pink" title="Read more">Read more</a></div></div></div></div></div></div><div class="vc_clearfix"></div></div><div class="vc_grid-item vc_clearfix vc_col-sm-3 vc_grid-item-zone-c-bottom"><div class="vc_grid-item-mini vc_clearfix "><div class="vc_gitem-animated-block" ><div class="vc_gitem-zone vc_gitem-zone-a vc-gitem-zone-height-mode-auto vc-gitem-zone-height-mode-auto-1-1 vc_gitem-is-link" style="background-image: url('https://whky.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/06/IMG_0587.png') !important;"><a href="https://whky.com/sbi-announces-arrest-of-man-following-search-at-lenoir-club-house/" title="S.B.I. Announces Arrest of Man Following Search at Lenoir Club House" class="vc_gitem-link vc-zone-link" ></a><img class="vc_gitem-zone-img" src="https://whky.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/06/IMG_0587.png" alt="S.B.I. Announces Arrest of Man Following Search at Lenoir Club House" loading="lazy"><div class="vc_gitem-zone-mini"></div></div></div><div class="vc_gitem-zone vc_gitem-zone-c vc_custom_1419240516480"><div class="vc_gitem-zone-mini"><div class="vc_gitem_row vc_row vc_gitem-row-position-top"><div class="vc_col-sm-12 vc_gitem-col vc_gitem-col-align-"><div class="vc_custom_heading vc_gitem-post-data vc_gitem-post-data-source-post_title" ><h4 style="text-align: left" >S.B.I. Announces Arrest of Man Following Search at Lenoir Club House</h4></div><div class="vc_custom_heading vc_gitem-post-data vc_gitem-post-data-source-post_excerpt" ><p style="text-align: left" ><p>A man has been charged in connection with a search at a club house in Lenoir. 38-year-old Anthony Lee Card was arrested today (June 30) by multiple agencies. He’s charged&hellip;</p> </p></div><div class="vc_btn3-container vc_btn3-left"><a class="vc_general vc_btn3 vc_btn3-size-md vc_btn3-shape-rounded vc_btn3-style-flat vc_btn3-color-juicy-pink" a href="https://whky.com/sbi-announces-arrest-of-man-following-search-at-lenoir-club-house/" class="vc_gitem-link vc_general vc_btn3 vc_general vc_btn3 vc_btn3-size-md vc_btn3-shape-rounded vc_btn3-style-flat vc_btn3-color-juicy-pink" title="Read more">Read more</a></div></div></div></div></div></div><div class="vc_clearfix"></div></div><div class="vc_grid-item vc_clearfix vc_col-sm-3 vc_grid-item-zone-c-bottom"><div class="vc_grid-item-mini vc_clearfix "><div class="vc_gitem-animated-block" ><div class="vc_gitem-zone vc_gitem-zone-a vc-gitem-zone-height-mode-auto vc-gitem-zone-height-mode-auto-1-1 vc_gitem-is-link" style="background-image: url('https://whky.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/05/NC-Governors-Highway-Safety-Program-052523.jpg') !important;"><a href="https://whky.com/independence-day-booze-it-lose-it-campaign-underway-in-n-c/" title="Independence Day Booze It &#038; Lose It Campaign Underway In N.C." class="vc_gitem-link vc-zone-link" ></a><img class="vc_gitem-zone-img" src="https://whky.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/05/NC-Governors-Highway-Safety-Program-052523.jpg" alt="Independence Day Booze It & Lose It Campaign Underway In N.C." loading="lazy"><div class="vc_gitem-zone-mini"></div></div></div><div class="vc_gitem-zone vc_gitem-zone-c vc_custom_1419240516480"><div class="vc_gitem-zone-mini"><div class="vc_gitem_row vc_row vc_gitem-row-position-top"><div class="vc_col-sm-12 vc_gitem-col vc_gitem-col-align-"><div class="vc_custom_heading vc_gitem-post-data vc_gitem-post-data-source-post_title" ><h4 style="text-align: left" >Independence Day Booze It &#038; Lose It Campaign Underway In N.C.</h4></div><div class="vc_custom_heading vc_gitem-post-data vc_gitem-post-data-source-post_excerpt" ><p style="text-align: left" ><p>The N.C. Governor&#8217;s Highway Safety Program has launched its “Operation Firecracker Booze It &amp; Lose It&#8221; campaign to promote safe driving around the state. The annual campaign uses public outreach&hellip;</p> </p></div><div class="vc_btn3-container vc_btn3-left"><a class="vc_general vc_btn3 vc_btn3-size-md vc_btn3-shape-rounded vc_btn3-style-flat vc_btn3-color-juicy-pink" a href="https://whky.com/independence-day-booze-it-lose-it-campaign-underway-in-n-c/" class="vc_gitem-link vc_general vc_btn3 vc_general vc_btn3 vc_btn3-size-md vc_btn3-shape-rounded vc_btn3-style-flat vc_btn3-color-juicy-pink" title="Read more">Read more</a></div></div></div></div></div></div><div class="vc_clearfix"></div></div><div class="vc_grid-item vc_clearfix vc_col-sm-3 vc_grid-item-zone-c-bottom"><div class="vc_grid-item-mini vc_clearfix "><div class="vc_gitem-animated-block" ><div class="vc_gitem-zone vc_gitem-zone-a vc-gitem-zone-height-mode-auto vc-gitem-zone-height-mode-auto-1-1 vc_gitem-is-link" style="background-image: url('https://whky.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/01/Office-Of-State-Fire-Marshal-011025.jpg') !important;"><a href="https://whky.com/state-fire-marshals-office-urging-fireworks-safety/" title="State Fire Marshal&#8217;s Office Urging Fireworks Safety" class="vc_gitem-link vc-zone-link" ></a><img class="vc_gitem-zone-img" src="https://whky.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/01/Office-Of-State-Fire-Marshal-011025.jpg" alt="State Fire Marshal's Office Urging Fireworks Safety" loading="lazy"><div class="vc_gitem-zone-mini"></div></div></div><div class="vc_gitem-zone vc_gitem-zone-c vc_custom_1419240516480"><div class="vc_gitem-zone-mini"><div class="vc_gitem_row vc_row vc_gitem-row-position-top"><div class="vc_col-sm-12 vc_gitem-col vc_gitem-col-align-"><div class="vc_custom_heading vc_gitem-post-data vc_gitem-post-data-source-post_title" ><h4 style="text-align: left" >State Fire Marshal&#8217;s Office Urging Fireworks Safety</h4></div><div class="vc_custom_heading vc_gitem-post-data vc_gitem-post-data-source-post_excerpt" ><p style="text-align: left" ><p>As North Carolinians prepare to celebrate Independence Day, the NC Office of State Fire Marshal (OSFM) is reminding residents to prioritize safety when using fireworks. Recent data from 2020–2024 highlights&hellip;</p> </p></div><div class="vc_btn3-container vc_btn3-left"><a class="vc_general vc_btn3 vc_btn3-size-md vc_btn3-shape-rounded vc_btn3-style-flat vc_btn3-color-juicy-pink" a href="https://whky.com/state-fire-marshals-office-urging-fireworks-safety/" class="vc_gitem-link vc_general vc_btn3 vc_general vc_btn3 vc_btn3-size-md vc_btn3-shape-rounded vc_btn3-style-flat vc_btn3-color-juicy-pink" title="Read more">Read more</a></div></div></div></div></div></div><div class="vc_clearfix"></div></div><div class="vc_grid-item vc_clearfix vc_col-sm-3 vc_grid-item-zone-c-bottom"><div class="vc_grid-item-mini vc_clearfix "><div class="vc_gitem-animated-block" ><div class="vc_gitem-zone vc_gitem-zone-a vc-gitem-zone-height-mode-auto vc-gitem-zone-height-mode-auto-1-1 vc_gitem-is-link" style="background-image: url('https://whky.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/06/Morganton-4th-Of-July-Flyer-063025-791x1024.jpg') !important;"><a href="https://whky.com/independence-day-celebration-scheduled-in-morganton/" title="Independence Day Celebration Scheduled In Morganton" class="vc_gitem-link vc-zone-link" ></a><img class="vc_gitem-zone-img" src="https://whky.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/06/Morganton-4th-Of-July-Flyer-063025-791x1024.jpg" alt="Independence Day Celebration Scheduled In Morganton" loading="lazy"><div class="vc_gitem-zone-mini"></div></div></div><div class="vc_gitem-zone vc_gitem-zone-c vc_custom_1419240516480"><div class="vc_gitem-zone-mini"><div class="vc_gitem_row vc_row vc_gitem-row-position-top"><div class="vc_col-sm-12 vc_gitem-col vc_gitem-col-align-"><div class="vc_custom_heading vc_gitem-post-data vc_gitem-post-data-source-post_title" ><h4 style="text-align: left" >Independence Day Celebration Scheduled In Morganton</h4></div><div class="vc_custom_heading vc_gitem-post-data vc_gitem-post-data-source-post_excerpt" ><p style="text-align: left" ><p>The City of Morganton will be celebrating Independence Day with a fireworks show at Freedom Park on July 4. Start time for the show is approximately 9:45 p.m. (May be&hellip;</p> </p></div><div class="vc_btn3-container vc_btn3-left"><a class="vc_general vc_btn3 vc_btn3-size-md vc_btn3-shape-rounded vc_btn3-style-flat vc_btn3-color-juicy-pink" a href="https://whky.com/independence-day-celebration-scheduled-in-morganton/" class="vc_gitem-link vc_general vc_btn3 vc_general vc_btn3 vc_btn3-size-md vc_btn3-shape-rounded vc_btn3-style-flat vc_btn3-color-juicy-pink" title="Read more">Read more</a></div></div></div></div></div></div><div class="vc_clearfix"></div></div><div class="vc_grid-item vc_clearfix vc_col-sm-3 vc_grid-item-zone-c-bottom"><div class="vc_grid-item-mini vc_clearfix "><div class="vc_gitem-animated-block" ><div class="vc_gitem-zone vc_gitem-zone-a vc-gitem-zone-height-mode-auto vc-gitem-zone-height-mode-auto-1-1 vc_gitem-is-link" style="background-image: url('https://whky.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/02/NC-DMV-Logo-021523.jpg') !important;"><a href="https://whky.com/ncdmv-announces-summertime-changes-to-help-waiting-customers-stay-out-of-sun/" title="NCDMV Announces Summertime Changes To Help Waiting Customers Stay Out Of Sun" class="vc_gitem-link vc-zone-link" ></a><img class="vc_gitem-zone-img" src="https://whky.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/02/NC-DMV-Logo-021523.jpg" alt="NCDMV Announces Summertime Changes To Help Waiting Customers Stay Out Of Sun" loading="lazy"><div class="vc_gitem-zone-mini"></div></div></div><div class="vc_gitem-zone vc_gitem-zone-c vc_custom_1419240516480"><div class="vc_gitem-zone-mini"><div class="vc_gitem_row vc_row vc_gitem-row-position-top"><div class="vc_col-sm-12 vc_gitem-col vc_gitem-col-align-"><div class="vc_custom_heading vc_gitem-post-data vc_gitem-post-data-source-post_title" ><h4 style="text-align: left" >NCDMV Announces Summertime Changes To Help Waiting Customers Stay Out Of Sun</h4></div><div class="vc_custom_heading vc_gitem-post-data vc_gitem-post-data-source-post_excerpt" ><p style="text-align: left" ><p>The N.C. Division of Motor Vehicles (NCDMV) is rolling out operational changes at its driver license offices to help customers stay out of long lines and avoid prolonged exposure to&hellip;</p> </p></div><div class="vc_btn3-container vc_btn3-left"><a class="vc_general vc_btn3 vc_btn3-size-md vc_btn3-shape-rounded vc_btn3-style-flat vc_btn3-color-juicy-pink" a href="https://whky.com/ncdmv-announces-summertime-changes-to-help-waiting-customers-stay-out-of-sun/" class="vc_gitem-link vc_general vc_btn3 vc_general vc_btn3 vc_btn3-size-md vc_btn3-shape-rounded vc_btn3-style-flat vc_btn3-color-juicy-pink" title="Read more">Read more</a></div></div></div></div></div></div><div class="vc_clearfix"></div></div><div class="vc_grid-item vc_clearfix vc_col-sm-3 vc_grid-item-zone-c-bottom"><div class="vc_grid-item-mini vc_clearfix "><div class="vc_gitem-animated-block" ><div class="vc_gitem-zone vc_gitem-zone-a vc-gitem-zone-height-mode-auto vc-gitem-zone-height-mode-auto-1-1 vc_gitem-is-link" style="background-image: url('https://whky.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/03/Pedestrian-Fatality-News-Graphic-031124.jpg') !important;"><a href="https://whky.com/collision-claims-life-of-pedestrian/" title="Collision Claims Life Of Pedestrian" class="vc_gitem-link vc-zone-link" ></a><img class="vc_gitem-zone-img" src="https://whky.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/03/Pedestrian-Fatality-News-Graphic-031124.jpg" alt="Collision Claims Life Of Pedestrian" loading="lazy"><div class="vc_gitem-zone-mini"></div></div></div><div class="vc_gitem-zone vc_gitem-zone-c vc_custom_1419240516480"><div class="vc_gitem-zone-mini"><div class="vc_gitem_row vc_row vc_gitem-row-position-top"><div class="vc_col-sm-12 vc_gitem-col vc_gitem-col-align-"><div class="vc_custom_heading vc_gitem-post-data vc_gitem-post-data-source-post_title" ><h4 style="text-align: left" >Collision Claims Life Of Pedestrian</h4></div><div class="vc_custom_heading vc_gitem-post-data vc_gitem-post-data-source-post_excerpt" ><p style="text-align: left" ><p>A pedestrian was killed in a crash in Lincoln County. The victim is 73-year-old Maudie Rhinehart of Iron Station. On Saturday (June 28) at approximately 6:50 a.m., the North Carolina State Highway&hellip;</p> </p></div><div class="vc_btn3-container vc_btn3-left"><a class="vc_general vc_btn3 vc_btn3-size-md vc_btn3-shape-rounded vc_btn3-style-flat vc_btn3-color-juicy-pink" a href="https://whky.com/collision-claims-life-of-pedestrian/" class="vc_gitem-link vc_general vc_btn3 vc_general vc_btn3 vc_btn3-size-md vc_btn3-shape-rounded vc_btn3-style-flat vc_btn3-color-juicy-pink" title="Read more">Read more</a></div></div></div></div></div></div><div class="vc_clearfix"></div></div><div class="vc_grid-item vc_clearfix vc_col-sm-3 vc_grid-item-zone-c-bottom"><div class="vc_grid-item-mini vc_clearfix "><div class="vc_gitem-animated-block" ><div class="vc_gitem-zone vc_gitem-zone-a vc-gitem-zone-height-mode-auto vc-gitem-zone-height-mode-auto-1-1 vc_gitem-is-link" style="background-image: url('https://whky.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/06/Planned-Power-Outage-062725.jpg') !important;"><a href="https://whky.com/planned-power-outage-in-granite-falls-just-after-midnight/" title="Planned Power Outage in Granite Falls Just After Midnight" class="vc_gitem-link vc-zone-link" ></a><img class="vc_gitem-zone-img" src="https://whky.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/06/Planned-Power-Outage-062725.jpg" alt="Planned Power Outage in Granite Falls Just After Midnight" loading="lazy"><div class="vc_gitem-zone-mini"></div></div></div><div class="vc_gitem-zone vc_gitem-zone-c vc_custom_1419240516480"><div class="vc_gitem-zone-mini"><div class="vc_gitem_row vc_row vc_gitem-row-position-top"><div class="vc_col-sm-12 vc_gitem-col vc_gitem-col-align-"><div class="vc_custom_heading vc_gitem-post-data vc_gitem-post-data-source-post_title" ><h4 style="text-align: left" >Planned Power Outage in Granite Falls Just After Midnight</h4></div><div class="vc_custom_heading vc_gitem-post-data vc_gitem-post-data-source-post_excerpt" ><p style="text-align: left" ><p>Duke Energy has scheduled a planned power outage for the Town of Granite Falls at 12:01 a.m. Saturday (June 28). That’s one minute after midnight Friday night. The outage should&hellip;</p> </p></div><div class="vc_btn3-container vc_btn3-left"><a class="vc_general vc_btn3 vc_btn3-size-md vc_btn3-shape-rounded vc_btn3-style-flat vc_btn3-color-juicy-pink" a href="https://whky.com/planned-power-outage-in-granite-falls-just-after-midnight/" class="vc_gitem-link vc_general vc_btn3 vc_general vc_btn3 vc_btn3-size-md vc_btn3-shape-rounded vc_btn3-style-flat vc_btn3-color-juicy-pink" title="Read more">Read more</a></div></div></div></div></div></div><div class="vc_clearfix"></div></div><div class="vc_grid-item vc_clearfix vc_col-sm-3 vc_grid-item-zone-c-bottom"><div class="vc_grid-item-mini vc_clearfix "><div class="vc_gitem-animated-block" ><div class="vc_gitem-zone vc_gitem-zone-a vc-gitem-zone-height-mode-auto vc-gitem-zone-height-mode-auto-1-1 vc_gitem-is-link" style="background-image: url('https://whky.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/06/Newton-PD-patch-062624.jpg') !important;"><a href="https://whky.com/stanley-n-c-man-killed-in-officer-involved-shooting/" title="Stanley, N.C. Man Killed in Officer-Involved Shooting" class="vc_gitem-link vc-zone-link" ></a><img class="vc_gitem-zone-img" src="https://whky.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/06/Newton-PD-patch-062624.jpg" alt="Stanley, N.C. Man Killed in Officer-Involved Shooting" loading="lazy"><div class="vc_gitem-zone-mini"></div></div></div><div class="vc_gitem-zone vc_gitem-zone-c vc_custom_1419240516480"><div class="vc_gitem-zone-mini"><div class="vc_gitem_row vc_row vc_gitem-row-position-top"><div class="vc_col-sm-12 vc_gitem-col vc_gitem-col-align-"><div class="vc_custom_heading vc_gitem-post-data vc_gitem-post-data-source-post_title" ><h4 style="text-align: left" >Stanley, N.C. Man Killed in Officer-Involved Shooting</h4></div><div class="vc_custom_heading vc_gitem-post-data vc_gitem-post-data-source-post_excerpt" ><p style="text-align: left" ><p>One person has been killed in an Officer-involved shooting late last night (June 26). The deceased is 21-year-old Camden Skyler Childers of Stanley, North Carolina At about 11:56 p.m. Thursday,&hellip;</p> </p></div><div class="vc_btn3-container vc_btn3-left"><a class="vc_general vc_btn3 vc_btn3-size-md vc_btn3-shape-rounded vc_btn3-style-flat vc_btn3-color-juicy-pink" a href="https://whky.com/stanley-n-c-man-killed-in-officer-involved-shooting/" class="vc_gitem-link vc_general vc_btn3 vc_general vc_btn3 vc_btn3-size-md vc_btn3-shape-rounded vc_btn3-style-flat vc_btn3-color-juicy-pink" title="Read more">Read more</a></div></div></div></div></div></div><div class="vc_clearfix"></div></div><div class="vc_grid-item vc_clearfix vc_col-sm-3 vc_grid-item-zone-c-bottom"><div class="vc_grid-item-mini vc_clearfix "><div class="vc_gitem-animated-block" ><div class="vc_gitem-zone vc_gitem-zone-a vc-gitem-zone-height-mode-auto vc-gitem-zone-height-mode-auto-1-1 vc_gitem-is-link" style="background-image: url('https://whky.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/08/Alexander-County-Sheriffs-Office-Badge-Star-082222.jpg') !important;"><a href="https://whky.com/vape-shops-raided-in-alexander-county/" title="Vape Shops Raided In Alexander County" class="vc_gitem-link vc-zone-link" ></a><img class="vc_gitem-zone-img" src="https://whky.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/08/Alexander-County-Sheriffs-Office-Badge-Star-082222.jpg" alt="Vape Shops Raided In Alexander County" loading="lazy"><div class="vc_gitem-zone-mini"></div></div></div><div class="vc_gitem-zone vc_gitem-zone-c vc_custom_1419240516480"><div class="vc_gitem-zone-mini"><div class="vc_gitem_row vc_row vc_gitem-row-position-top"><div class="vc_col-sm-12 vc_gitem-col vc_gitem-col-align-"><div class="vc_custom_heading vc_gitem-post-data vc_gitem-post-data-source-post_title" ><h4 style="text-align: left" >Vape Shops Raided In Alexander County</h4></div><div class="vc_custom_heading vc_gitem-post-data vc_gitem-post-data-source-post_excerpt" ><p style="text-align: left" ><p>On Thursday (June 26), the Alexander County Sheriff’s Office, in collaboration with the Brunswick County Sheriff’s Office, the Taylorsville Police Department, and the North Carolina Secretary of State’s Office, executed&hellip;</p> </p></div><div class="vc_btn3-container vc_btn3-left"><a class="vc_general vc_btn3 vc_btn3-size-md vc_btn3-shape-rounded vc_btn3-style-flat vc_btn3-color-juicy-pink" a href="https://whky.com/vape-shops-raided-in-alexander-county/" class="vc_gitem-link vc_general vc_btn3 vc_general vc_btn3 vc_btn3-size-md vc_btn3-shape-rounded vc_btn3-style-flat vc_btn3-color-juicy-pink" title="Read more">Read more</a></div></div></div></div></div></div><div class="vc_clearfix"></div></div><div class="vc_grid-item vc_clearfix vc_col-sm-3 vc_grid-item-zone-c-bottom"><div class="vc_grid-item-mini vc_clearfix "><div class="vc_gitem-animated-block" ><div class="vc_gitem-zone vc_gitem-zone-a vc-gitem-zone-height-mode-auto vc-gitem-zone-height-mode-auto-1-1 vc_gitem-is-link" style="background-image: url('https://whky.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/06/Troutman-Vehicle-Rollover-Pic-062725-1024x685.jpg') !important;"><a href="https://whky.com/rescue-officials-respond-to-overturned-vehicle/" title="Rescue Officials Respond To Overturned Vehicle" class="vc_gitem-link vc-zone-link" ></a><img class="vc_gitem-zone-img" src="https://whky.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/06/Troutman-Vehicle-Rollover-Pic-062725-1024x685.jpg" alt="Rescue Officials Respond To Overturned Vehicle" loading="lazy"><div class="vc_gitem-zone-mini"></div></div></div><div class="vc_gitem-zone vc_gitem-zone-c vc_custom_1419240516480"><div class="vc_gitem-zone-mini"><div class="vc_gitem_row vc_row vc_gitem-row-position-top"><div class="vc_col-sm-12 vc_gitem-col vc_gitem-col-align-"><div class="vc_custom_heading vc_gitem-post-data vc_gitem-post-data-source-post_title" ><h4 style="text-align: left" >Rescue Officials Respond To Overturned Vehicle</h4></div><div class="vc_custom_heading vc_gitem-post-data vc_gitem-post-data-source-post_excerpt" ><p style="text-align: left" ><p>Troutman Fire &amp; Rescue, the Troutman Police Department and Iredell County EMS personnel were dispatched to an overturned vehicle with entrapment on Perry Road. According to the Iredell Free News,&hellip;</p> </p></div><div class="vc_btn3-container vc_btn3-left"><a class="vc_general vc_btn3 vc_btn3-size-md vc_btn3-shape-rounded vc_btn3-style-flat vc_btn3-color-juicy-pink" a href="https://whky.com/rescue-officials-respond-to-overturned-vehicle/" class="vc_gitem-link vc_general vc_btn3 vc_general vc_btn3 vc_btn3-size-md vc_btn3-shape-rounded vc_btn3-style-flat vc_btn3-color-juicy-pink" title="Read more">Read more</a></div></div></div></div></div></div><div class="vc_clearfix"></div></div><div class="vc_grid-item vc_clearfix vc_col-sm-3 vc_grid-item-zone-c-bottom"><div class="vc_grid-item-mini vc_clearfix "><div class="vc_gitem-animated-block" ><div class="vc_gitem-zone vc_gitem-zone-a vc-gitem-zone-height-mode-auto vc-gitem-zone-height-mode-auto-1-1 vc_gitem-is-link" style="background-image: url('https://whky.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/06/Iredell-Fire-Pic-One-062725.jpg') !important;"><a href="https://whky.com/thursday-afternoon-fire-damages-home/" title="Thursday Afternoon Fire Damages Garage &#038; Vehicle" class="vc_gitem-link vc-zone-link" ></a><img class="vc_gitem-zone-img" src="https://whky.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/06/Iredell-Fire-Pic-One-062725.jpg" alt="Thursday Afternoon Fire Damages Garage & Vehicle" loading="lazy"><div class="vc_gitem-zone-mini"></div></div></div><div class="vc_gitem-zone vc_gitem-zone-c vc_custom_1419240516480"><div class="vc_gitem-zone-mini"><div class="vc_gitem_row vc_row vc_gitem-row-position-top"><div class="vc_col-sm-12 vc_gitem-col vc_gitem-col-align-"><div class="vc_custom_heading vc_gitem-post-data vc_gitem-post-data-source-post_title" ><h4 style="text-align: left" >Thursday Afternoon Fire Damages Garage &#038; Vehicle</h4></div><div class="vc_custom_heading vc_gitem-post-data vc_gitem-post-data-source-post_excerpt" ><p style="text-align: left" ><p>A home was damaged in a fire Thursday (June 26). According to the Iredell Free News, Trinity Fire Department personnel were alerted for a structure fire on Weston Road about&hellip;</p> </p></div><div class="vc_btn3-container vc_btn3-left"><a class="vc_general vc_btn3 vc_btn3-size-md vc_btn3-shape-rounded vc_btn3-style-flat vc_btn3-color-juicy-pink" a href="https://whky.com/thursday-afternoon-fire-damages-home/" class="vc_gitem-link vc_general vc_btn3 vc_general vc_btn3 vc_btn3-size-md vc_btn3-shape-rounded vc_btn3-style-flat vc_btn3-color-juicy-pink" title="Read more">Read more</a></div></div></div></div></div></div><div class="vc_clearfix"></div></div><div class="vc_grid-item vc_clearfix vc_col-sm-3 vc_grid-item-zone-c-bottom"><div class="vc_grid-item-mini vc_clearfix "><div class="vc_gitem-animated-block" ><div class="vc_gitem-zone vc_gitem-zone-a vc-gitem-zone-height-mode-auto vc-gitem-zone-height-mode-auto-1-1 vc_gitem-is-link" style="background-image: url('https://whky.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/10/NCDOI-Logo-100724.jpg') !important;"><a href="https://whky.com/insurance-commissioner-offers-summer-safety-tips/" title="Insurance Commissioner Offers Summer Safety Tips" class="vc_gitem-link vc-zone-link" ></a><img class="vc_gitem-zone-img" src="https://whky.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/10/NCDOI-Logo-100724.jpg" alt="Insurance Commissioner Offers Summer Safety Tips" loading="lazy"><div class="vc_gitem-zone-mini"></div></div></div><div class="vc_gitem-zone vc_gitem-zone-c vc_custom_1419240516480"><div class="vc_gitem-zone-mini"><div class="vc_gitem_row vc_row vc_gitem-row-position-top"><div class="vc_col-sm-12 vc_gitem-col vc_gitem-col-align-"><div class="vc_custom_heading vc_gitem-post-data vc_gitem-post-data-source-post_title" ><h4 style="text-align: left" >Insurance Commissioner Offers Summer Safety Tips</h4></div><div class="vc_custom_heading vc_gitem-post-data vc_gitem-post-data-source-post_excerpt" ><p style="text-align: left" ><p>North Carolina Insurance Commissioner Mike Causey encourages the public to put safety first around fireworks and the grill during Fourth of July celebrations. Commissioner Causey shared essential safety tips in&hellip;</p> </p></div><div class="vc_btn3-container vc_btn3-left"><a class="vc_general vc_btn3 vc_btn3-size-md vc_btn3-shape-rounded vc_btn3-style-flat vc_btn3-color-juicy-pink" a href="https://whky.com/insurance-commissioner-offers-summer-safety-tips/" class="vc_gitem-link vc_general vc_btn3 vc_general vc_btn3 vc_btn3-size-md vc_btn3-shape-rounded vc_btn3-style-flat vc_btn3-color-juicy-pink" title="Read more">Read more</a></div></div></div></div></div></div><div class="vc_clearfix"></div></div><div class="vc_grid-item vc_clearfix vc_col-sm-3 vc_grid-item-zone-c-bottom"><div class="vc_grid-item-mini vc_clearfix "><div class="vc_gitem-animated-block" ><div class="vc_gitem-zone vc_gitem-zone-a vc-gitem-zone-height-mode-auto vc-gitem-zone-height-mode-auto-1-1 vc_gitem-is-link" style="background-image: url('https://whky.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/06/Hickory-Logo-Latest-063025.jpg') !important;"><a href="https://whky.com/registration-underway-for-fall-sports-in-hickory/" title="Registration Underway For Fall Sports In Hickory" class="vc_gitem-link vc-zone-link" ></a><img class="vc_gitem-zone-img" src="https://whky.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/06/Hickory-Logo-Latest-063025.jpg" alt="Registration Underway For Fall Sports In Hickory" loading="lazy"><div class="vc_gitem-zone-mini"></div></div></div><div class="vc_gitem-zone vc_gitem-zone-c vc_custom_1419240516480"><div class="vc_gitem-zone-mini"><div class="vc_gitem_row vc_row vc_gitem-row-position-top"><div class="vc_col-sm-12 vc_gitem-col vc_gitem-col-align-"><div class="vc_custom_heading vc_gitem-post-data vc_gitem-post-data-source-post_title" ><h4 style="text-align: left" >Registration Underway For Fall Sports In Hickory</h4></div><div class="vc_custom_heading vc_gitem-post-data vc_gitem-post-data-source-post_excerpt" ><p style="text-align: left" ><p>Registration is now underway for the City of Hickory&#8217;s Youth Tackle Football and Soccer programs. Participation is free to all City of Hickory residents, and nonresidents can also participate by&hellip;</p> </p></div><div class="vc_btn3-container vc_btn3-left"><a class="vc_general vc_btn3 vc_btn3-size-md vc_btn3-shape-rounded vc_btn3-style-flat vc_btn3-color-juicy-pink" a href="https://whky.com/registration-underway-for-fall-sports-in-hickory/" class="vc_gitem-link vc_general vc_btn3 vc_general vc_btn3 vc_btn3-size-md vc_btn3-shape-rounded vc_btn3-style-flat vc_btn3-color-juicy-pink" title="Read more">Read more</a></div></div></div></div></div></div><div class="vc_clearfix"></div></div><div class="vc_grid-item vc_clearfix vc_col-sm-3 vc_grid-item-zone-c-bottom"><div class="vc_grid-item-mini vc_clearfix "><div class="vc_gitem-animated-block" ><div class="vc_gitem-zone vc_gitem-zone-a vc-gitem-zone-height-mode-auto vc-gitem-zone-height-mode-auto-1-1 vc_gitem-is-link" style="background-image: url('https://whky.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/06/Asha-Degree-Missing-Pic-062725.jpg') !important;"><a href="https://whky.com/governor-offers-reward-in-case-of-girl-missing-since-2000/" title="Governor Offers Reward In Case Of Girl Missing Since 2000" class="vc_gitem-link vc-zone-link" ></a><img class="vc_gitem-zone-img" src="https://whky.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/06/Asha-Degree-Missing-Pic-062725.jpg" alt="Governor Offers Reward In Case Of Girl Missing Since 2000" loading="lazy"><div class="vc_gitem-zone-mini"></div></div></div><div class="vc_gitem-zone vc_gitem-zone-c vc_custom_1419240516480"><div class="vc_gitem-zone-mini"><div class="vc_gitem_row vc_row vc_gitem-row-position-top"><div class="vc_col-sm-12 vc_gitem-col vc_gitem-col-align-"><div class="vc_custom_heading vc_gitem-post-data vc_gitem-post-data-source-post_title" ><h4 style="text-align: left" >Governor Offers Reward In Case Of Girl Missing Since 2000</h4></div><div class="vc_custom_heading vc_gitem-post-data vc_gitem-post-data-source-post_excerpt" ><p style="text-align: left" ><p>North Carolina&#8217;s governor has offered a reward in a regional case involving a girl who went missing more than 25 years ago. On Wednesday (June 25) Governor Josh Stein announced&hellip;</p> </p></div><div class="vc_btn3-container vc_btn3-left"><a class="vc_general vc_btn3 vc_btn3-size-md vc_btn3-shape-rounded vc_btn3-style-flat vc_btn3-color-juicy-pink" a href="https://whky.com/governor-offers-reward-in-case-of-girl-missing-since-2000/" class="vc_gitem-link vc_general vc_btn3 vc_general vc_btn3 vc_btn3-size-md vc_btn3-shape-rounded vc_btn3-style-flat vc_btn3-color-juicy-pink" title="Read more">Read more</a></div></div></div></div></div></div><div class="vc_clearfix"></div></div><div class="vc_grid-item vc_clearfix vc_col-sm-3 vc_grid-item-zone-c-bottom"><div class="vc_grid-item-mini vc_clearfix "><div class="vc_gitem-animated-block" ><div class="vc_gitem-zone vc_gitem-zone-a vc-gitem-zone-height-mode-auto vc-gitem-zone-height-mode-auto-1-1 vc_gitem-is-link" style="background-image: url('https://whky.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/06/NC-Dept-of-Environmental-Quality-logo-062625.jpg') !important;"><a href="https://whky.com/energy-saver-nc-to-help-low-income-families-with-energy-cost-saving-measures/" title="Energy Saver NC to Help Low Income Families with Energy &#038; Cost Saving Measures" class="vc_gitem-link vc-zone-link" ></a><img class="vc_gitem-zone-img" src="https://whky.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/06/NC-Dept-of-Environmental-Quality-logo-062625.jpg" alt="Energy Saver NC to Help Low Income Families with Energy & Cost Saving Measures" loading="lazy"><div class="vc_gitem-zone-mini"></div></div></div><div class="vc_gitem-zone vc_gitem-zone-c vc_custom_1419240516480"><div class="vc_gitem-zone-mini"><div class="vc_gitem_row vc_row vc_gitem-row-position-top"><div class="vc_col-sm-12 vc_gitem-col vc_gitem-col-align-"><div class="vc_custom_heading vc_gitem-post-data vc_gitem-post-data-source-post_title" ><h4 style="text-align: left" >Energy Saver NC to Help Low Income Families with Energy &#038; Cost Saving Measures</h4></div><div class="vc_custom_heading vc_gitem-post-data vc_gitem-post-data-source-post_excerpt" ><p style="text-align: left" ><p>Eligible residents living in Catawba County can apply for and benefit from energy efficiency rebates for their homes. The new Energy Saver North Carolina program is designed to make it&hellip;</p> </p></div><div class="vc_btn3-container vc_btn3-left"><a class="vc_general vc_btn3 vc_btn3-size-md vc_btn3-shape-rounded vc_btn3-style-flat vc_btn3-color-juicy-pink" a href="https://whky.com/energy-saver-nc-to-help-low-income-families-with-energy-cost-saving-measures/" class="vc_gitem-link vc_general vc_btn3 vc_general vc_btn3 vc_btn3-size-md vc_btn3-shape-rounded vc_btn3-style-flat vc_btn3-color-juicy-pink" title="Read more">Read more</a></div></div></div></div></div></div><div class="vc_clearfix"></div></div><div class="vc_grid-item vc_clearfix vc_col-sm-3 vc_grid-item-zone-c-bottom"><div class="vc_grid-item-mini vc_clearfix "><div class="vc_gitem-animated-block" ><div class="vc_gitem-zone vc_gitem-zone-a vc-gitem-zone-height-mode-auto vc-gitem-zone-height-mode-auto-1-1 vc_gitem-is-link" style="background-image: url('https://whky.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/06/Isenhower-Randy-062625.jpg') !important;"><a href="https://whky.com/catawba-commissioners-chair-announces-no-merger-of-catawba-county-schools-newton-conover-city-schools/" title="Catawba Commissioners Chair Announces No Merger Of Catawba County Schools &#038; Newton-Conover City Schools" class="vc_gitem-link vc-zone-link" ></a><img class="vc_gitem-zone-img" src="https://whky.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/06/Isenhower-Randy-062625.jpg" alt="Catawba Commissioners Chair Announces No Merger Of Catawba County Schools & Newton-Conover City Schools" loading="lazy"><div class="vc_gitem-zone-mini"></div></div></div><div class="vc_gitem-zone vc_gitem-zone-c vc_custom_1419240516480"><div class="vc_gitem-zone-mini"><div class="vc_gitem_row vc_row vc_gitem-row-position-top"><div class="vc_col-sm-12 vc_gitem-col vc_gitem-col-align-"><div class="vc_custom_heading vc_gitem-post-data vc_gitem-post-data-source-post_title" ><h4 style="text-align: left" >Catawba Commissioners Chair Announces No Merger Of Catawba County Schools &#038; Newton-Conover City Schools</h4></div><div class="vc_custom_heading vc_gitem-post-data vc_gitem-post-data-source-post_excerpt" ><p style="text-align: left" ><p>Catawba County Government will not be forcing a merger between the Catawba County School System and the Newton-Conover City School System (N-CCS). Catawba County Board of Commissioners Chairman Randy Isenhower&hellip;</p> </p></div><div class="vc_btn3-container vc_btn3-left"><a class="vc_general vc_btn3 vc_btn3-size-md vc_btn3-shape-rounded vc_btn3-style-flat vc_btn3-color-juicy-pink" a href="https://whky.com/catawba-commissioners-chair-announces-no-merger-of-catawba-county-schools-newton-conover-city-schools/" class="vc_gitem-link vc_general vc_btn3 vc_general vc_btn3 vc_btn3-size-md vc_btn3-shape-rounded vc_btn3-style-flat vc_btn3-color-juicy-pink" title="Read more">Read more</a></div></div></div></div></div></div><div class="vc_clearfix"></div></div><div class="vc_grid-item vc_clearfix vc_col-sm-3 vc_grid-item-zone-c-bottom"><div class="vc_grid-item-mini vc_clearfix "><div class="vc_gitem-animated-block" ><div class="vc_gitem-zone vc_gitem-zone-a vc-gitem-zone-height-mode-auto vc-gitem-zone-height-mode-auto-1-1 vc_gitem-is-link" style="background-image: url('https://whky.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/06/AgWrap-Logo-062625.jpg') !important;"><a href="https://whky.com/applications-being-accepted-for-program-providing-cost-share-assistance-to-farmers/" title="Applications Being Accepted For Program Providing Cost Share Assistance To Farmers" class="vc_gitem-link vc-zone-link" ></a><img class="vc_gitem-zone-img" src="https://whky.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/06/AgWrap-Logo-062625.jpg" alt="Applications Being Accepted For Program Providing Cost Share Assistance To Farmers" loading="lazy"><div class="vc_gitem-zone-mini"></div></div></div><div class="vc_gitem-zone vc_gitem-zone-c vc_custom_1419240516480"><div class="vc_gitem-zone-mini"><div class="vc_gitem_row vc_row vc_gitem-row-position-top"><div class="vc_col-sm-12 vc_gitem-col vc_gitem-col-align-"><div class="vc_custom_heading vc_gitem-post-data vc_gitem-post-data-source-post_title" ><h4 style="text-align: left" >Applications Being Accepted For Program Providing Cost Share Assistance To Farmers</h4></div><div class="vc_custom_heading vc_gitem-post-data vc_gitem-post-data-source-post_excerpt" ><p style="text-align: left" ><p>The Alexander Soil &amp; Water Conservation District (SWCD) is now accepting applications for the NC Agricultural Water Resources Assistance Program (AgWRAP) for the 2025-2026 program year. This program provides cost&hellip;</p> </p></div><div class="vc_btn3-container vc_btn3-left"><a class="vc_general vc_btn3 vc_btn3-size-md vc_btn3-shape-rounded vc_btn3-style-flat vc_btn3-color-juicy-pink" a href="https://whky.com/applications-being-accepted-for-program-providing-cost-share-assistance-to-farmers/" class="vc_gitem-link vc_general vc_btn3 vc_general vc_btn3 vc_btn3-size-md vc_btn3-shape-rounded vc_btn3-style-flat vc_btn3-color-juicy-pink" title="Read more">Read more</a></div></div></div></div></div></div><div class="vc_clearfix"></div></div><div class="vc_grid-item vc_clearfix vc_col-sm-3 vc_grid-item-zone-c-bottom"><div class="vc_grid-item-mini vc_clearfix "><div class="vc_gitem-animated-block" ><div class="vc_gitem-zone vc_gitem-zone-a vc-gitem-zone-height-mode-auto vc-gitem-zone-height-mode-auto-1-1 vc_gitem-is-link" style="background-image: url('https://whky.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/06/Alexander-County-Courthouse-Park-Aerial-View-062625.jpg') !important;"><a href="https://whky.com/alexander-county-officials-highlight-summer-activities/" title="Alexander County Officials Highlight Summer Activities" class="vc_gitem-link vc-zone-link" ></a><img class="vc_gitem-zone-img" src="https://whky.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/06/Alexander-County-Courthouse-Park-Aerial-View-062625.jpg" alt="Alexander County Officials Highlight Summer Activities" loading="lazy"><div class="vc_gitem-zone-mini"></div></div></div><div class="vc_gitem-zone vc_gitem-zone-c vc_custom_1419240516480"><div class="vc_gitem-zone-mini"><div class="vc_gitem_row vc_row vc_gitem-row-position-top"><div class="vc_col-sm-12 vc_gitem-col vc_gitem-col-align-"><div class="vc_custom_heading vc_gitem-post-data vc_gitem-post-data-source-post_title" ><h4 style="text-align: left" >Alexander County Officials Highlight Summer Activities</h4></div><div class="vc_custom_heading vc_gitem-post-data vc_gitem-post-data-source-post_excerpt" ><p style="text-align: left" ><p>In a news release issued this week, Alexander County Board of Commissioners Chairman Marty Pennell invited the public to take advantage of the many recreational, cultural, and seasonal activities available&hellip;</p> </p></div><div class="vc_btn3-container vc_btn3-left"><a class="vc_general vc_btn3 vc_btn3-size-md vc_btn3-shape-rounded vc_btn3-style-flat vc_btn3-color-juicy-pink" a href="https://whky.com/alexander-county-officials-highlight-summer-activities/" class="vc_gitem-link vc_general vc_btn3 vc_general vc_btn3 vc_btn3-size-md vc_btn3-shape-rounded vc_btn3-style-flat vc_btn3-color-juicy-pink" title="Read more">Read more</a></div></div></div></div></div></div><div class="vc_clearfix"></div></div><div class="vc_grid-item vc_clearfix vc_col-sm-3 vc_grid-item-zone-c-bottom"><div class="vc_grid-item-mini vc_clearfix "><div class="vc_gitem-animated-block" ><div class="vc_gitem-zone vc_gitem-zone-a vc-gitem-zone-height-mode-auto vc-gitem-zone-height-mode-auto-1-1 vc_gitem-is-link" style="background-image: url('https://whky.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/06/BeRail-Safe-Logo-062625.jpg') !important;"><a href="https://whky.com/railroad-safety-initiative-recognized-in-n-c/" title="Railroad Safety Initiative Recognized In N.C." class="vc_gitem-link vc-zone-link" ></a><img class="vc_gitem-zone-img" src="https://whky.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/06/BeRail-Safe-Logo-062625.jpg" alt="Railroad Safety Initiative Recognized In N.C." loading="lazy"><div class="vc_gitem-zone-mini"></div></div></div><div class="vc_gitem-zone vc_gitem-zone-c vc_custom_1419240516480"><div class="vc_gitem-zone-mini"><div class="vc_gitem_row vc_row vc_gitem-row-position-top"><div class="vc_col-sm-12 vc_gitem-col vc_gitem-col-align-"><div class="vc_custom_heading vc_gitem-post-data vc_gitem-post-data-source-post_title" ><h4 style="text-align: left" >Railroad Safety Initiative Recognized In N.C.</h4></div><div class="vc_custom_heading vc_gitem-post-data vc_gitem-post-data-source-post_excerpt" ><p style="text-align: left" ><p>BeRailSafe, the N.C. Department of Transportation Rail Division&#8217;s railroad safety education and outreach unit, promoted the first National Emergency Notification System (ENS) Sign Awareness Day on Tuesday (June 24). Amtrack&hellip;</p> </p></div><div class="vc_btn3-container vc_btn3-left"><a class="vc_general vc_btn3 vc_btn3-size-md vc_btn3-shape-rounded vc_btn3-style-flat vc_btn3-color-juicy-pink" a href="https://whky.com/railroad-safety-initiative-recognized-in-n-c/" class="vc_gitem-link vc_general vc_btn3 vc_general vc_btn3 vc_btn3-size-md vc_btn3-shape-rounded vc_btn3-style-flat vc_btn3-color-juicy-pink" title="Read more">Read more</a></div></div></div></div></div></div><div class="vc_clearfix"></div></div><div class="vc_grid-item vc_clearfix vc_col-sm-3 vc_grid-item-zone-c-bottom"><div class="vc_grid-item-mini vc_clearfix "><div class="vc_gitem-animated-block" ><div class="vc_gitem-zone vc_gitem-zone-a vc-gitem-zone-height-mode-auto vc-gitem-zone-height-mode-auto-1-1 vc_gitem-is-link" style="background-image: url('https://whky.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/06/IMG_0512.jpeg') !important;"><a href="https://whky.com/suspect-arrested-in-connection-to-shooting/" title="Suspect Arrested In Connection To Shooting" class="vc_gitem-link vc-zone-link" ></a><img class="vc_gitem-zone-img" src="https://whky.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/06/IMG_0512.jpeg" alt="Suspect Arrested In Connection To Shooting" loading="lazy"><div class="vc_gitem-zone-mini"></div></div></div><div class="vc_gitem-zone vc_gitem-zone-c vc_custom_1419240516480"><div class="vc_gitem-zone-mini"><div class="vc_gitem_row vc_row vc_gitem-row-position-top"><div class="vc_col-sm-12 vc_gitem-col vc_gitem-col-align-"><div class="vc_custom_heading vc_gitem-post-data vc_gitem-post-data-source-post_title" ><h4 style="text-align: left" >Suspect Arrested In Connection To Shooting</h4></div><div class="vc_custom_heading vc_gitem-post-data vc_gitem-post-data-source-post_excerpt" ><p style="text-align: left" ><p>45-year-old Kelly Jerome Warren of Taylorsville was arrested today (June 25) by Alexander County Sheriff’s Officers. He’s charged with assault with a deadly weapon inflicting serious bodily injury. Shortly after&hellip;</p> </p></div><div class="vc_btn3-container vc_btn3-left"><a class="vc_general vc_btn3 vc_btn3-size-md vc_btn3-shape-rounded vc_btn3-style-flat vc_btn3-color-juicy-pink" a href="https://whky.com/suspect-arrested-in-connection-to-shooting/" class="vc_gitem-link vc_general vc_btn3 vc_general vc_btn3 vc_btn3-size-md vc_btn3-shape-rounded vc_btn3-style-flat vc_btn3-color-juicy-pink" title="Read more">Read more</a></div></div></div></div></div></div><div class="vc_clearfix"></div></div><div class="vc_grid-item vc_clearfix vc_col-sm-3 vc_grid-item-zone-c-bottom"><div class="vc_grid-item-mini vc_clearfix "><div class="vc_gitem-animated-block" ><div class="vc_gitem-zone vc_gitem-zone-a vc-gitem-zone-height-mode-auto vc-gitem-zone-height-mode-auto-1-1 vc_gitem-is-link" style="background-image: url('https://whky.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/06/measles-2.jpg') !important;"><a href="https://whky.com/first-case-of-measles-in-north-carolina-reported-in-burke-county/" title="First Case of Measles in North Carolina Reported" class="vc_gitem-link vc-zone-link" ></a><img class="vc_gitem-zone-img" src="https://whky.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/06/measles-2.jpg" alt="First Case of Measles in North Carolina Reported" loading="lazy"><div class="vc_gitem-zone-mini"></div></div></div><div class="vc_gitem-zone vc_gitem-zone-c vc_custom_1419240516480"><div class="vc_gitem-zone-mini"><div class="vc_gitem_row vc_row vc_gitem-row-position-top"><div class="vc_col-sm-12 vc_gitem-col vc_gitem-col-align-"><div class="vc_custom_heading vc_gitem-post-data vc_gitem-post-data-source-post_title" ><h4 style="text-align: left" >First Case of Measles in North Carolina Reported</h4></div><div class="vc_custom_heading vc_gitem-post-data vc_gitem-post-data-source-post_excerpt" ><p style="text-align: left" ><p>According to a press release from Burke County Public Health, the North Carolina Department of Health and Human Services (NCDHHS) has confirmed the first case of measles in the state&hellip;</p> </p></div><div class="vc_btn3-container vc_btn3-left"><a class="vc_general vc_btn3 vc_btn3-size-md vc_btn3-shape-rounded vc_btn3-style-flat vc_btn3-color-juicy-pink" a href="https://whky.com/first-case-of-measles-in-north-carolina-reported-in-burke-county/" class="vc_gitem-link vc_general vc_btn3 vc_general vc_btn3 vc_btn3-size-md vc_btn3-shape-rounded vc_btn3-style-flat vc_btn3-color-juicy-pink" title="Read more">Read more</a></div></div></div></div></div></div><div class="vc_clearfix"></div></div><div class="vc_grid-item vc_clearfix vc_col-sm-3 vc_grid-item-zone-c-bottom"><div class="vc_grid-item-mini vc_clearfix "><div class="vc_gitem-animated-block" ><div class="vc_gitem-zone vc_gitem-zone-a vc-gitem-zone-height-mode-auto vc-gitem-zone-height-mode-auto-1-1 vc_gitem-is-link" style="background-image: url('https://whky.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/01/North-Carolina-State-Board-Of-Elections-Pic-012324.jpg') !important;"><a href="https://whky.com/n-c-board-of-elections-approves-plan-to-collect-missing-id-numbers/" title="N.C. Board Of Elections Approves Plan To Collect Missing ID Numbers" class="vc_gitem-link vc-zone-link" ></a><img class="vc_gitem-zone-img" src="https://whky.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/01/North-Carolina-State-Board-Of-Elections-Pic-012324.jpg" alt="N.C. Board Of Elections Approves Plan To Collect Missing ID Numbers" loading="lazy"><div class="vc_gitem-zone-mini"></div></div></div><div class="vc_gitem-zone vc_gitem-zone-c vc_custom_1419240516480"><div class="vc_gitem-zone-mini"><div class="vc_gitem_row vc_row vc_gitem-row-position-top"><div class="vc_col-sm-12 vc_gitem-col vc_gitem-col-align-"><div class="vc_custom_heading vc_gitem-post-data vc_gitem-post-data-source-post_title" ><h4 style="text-align: left" >N.C. Board Of Elections Approves Plan To Collect Missing ID Numbers</h4></div><div class="vc_custom_heading vc_gitem-post-data vc_gitem-post-data-source-post_excerpt" ><p style="text-align: left" ><p>The State Board of Elections on Tuesday (June 24) unanimously approved a plan to attempt to collect missing identification numbers for voters lacking them on the state’s voter rolls. The&hellip;</p> </p></div><div class="vc_btn3-container vc_btn3-left"><a class="vc_general vc_btn3 vc_btn3-size-md vc_btn3-shape-rounded vc_btn3-style-flat vc_btn3-color-juicy-pink" a href="https://whky.com/n-c-board-of-elections-approves-plan-to-collect-missing-id-numbers/" class="vc_gitem-link vc_general vc_btn3 vc_general vc_btn3 vc_btn3-size-md vc_btn3-shape-rounded vc_btn3-style-flat vc_btn3-color-juicy-pink" title="Read more">Read more</a></div></div></div></div></div></div><div class="vc_clearfix"></div></div><div class="vc_grid-item vc_clearfix vc_col-sm-3 vc_grid-item-zone-c-bottom"><div class="vc_grid-item-mini vc_clearfix "><div class="vc_gitem-animated-block" ><div class="vc_gitem-zone vc_gitem-zone-a vc-gitem-zone-height-mode-auto vc-gitem-zone-height-mode-auto-1-1 vc_gitem-is-link" style="background-image: url('https://whky.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/04/N.C.-DMV-Logo-040124.jpg') !important;"><a href="https://whky.com/information-from-audit-of-ncdmv-released/" title="Information From Audit Of NCDMV Released" class="vc_gitem-link vc-zone-link" ></a><img class="vc_gitem-zone-img" src="https://whky.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/04/N.C.-DMV-Logo-040124.jpg" alt="Information From Audit Of NCDMV Released" loading="lazy"><div class="vc_gitem-zone-mini"></div></div></div><div class="vc_gitem-zone vc_gitem-zone-c vc_custom_1419240516480"><div class="vc_gitem-zone-mini"><div class="vc_gitem_row vc_row vc_gitem-row-position-top"><div class="vc_col-sm-12 vc_gitem-col vc_gitem-col-align-"><div class="vc_custom_heading vc_gitem-post-data vc_gitem-post-data-source-post_title" ><h4 style="text-align: left" >Information From Audit Of NCDMV Released</h4></div><div class="vc_custom_heading vc_gitem-post-data vc_gitem-post-data-source-post_excerpt" ><p style="text-align: left" ><p>The North Carolina Office of the State Auditor is releasing preliminary information from its ongoing audit of the N.C. Division of Motor Vehicles (DMV), including how DMV staffing and personnel&hellip;</p> </p></div><div class="vc_btn3-container vc_btn3-left"><a class="vc_general vc_btn3 vc_btn3-size-md vc_btn3-shape-rounded vc_btn3-style-flat vc_btn3-color-juicy-pink" a href="https://whky.com/information-from-audit-of-ncdmv-released/" class="vc_gitem-link vc_general vc_btn3 vc_general vc_btn3 vc_btn3-size-md vc_btn3-shape-rounded vc_btn3-style-flat vc_btn3-color-juicy-pink" title="Read more">Read more</a></div></div></div></div></div></div><div class="vc_clearfix"></div></div><div class="vc_grid-item vc_clearfix vc_col-sm-3 vc_grid-item-zone-c-bottom"><div class="vc_grid-item-mini vc_clearfix "><div class="vc_gitem-animated-block" ><div class="vc_gitem-zone vc_gitem-zone-a vc-gitem-zone-height-mode-auto vc-gitem-zone-height-mode-auto-1-1 vc_gitem-is-link" style="background-image: url('https://whky.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/06/Andrew-Speas-and-Matt-Kearney-Alexander-County-Race-Finishers-062525.jpg') !important;"><a href="https://whky.com/vertical-mile-challenge-held-at-rocky-face-mountain-recreational-area-in-alexander-county/" title="Vertical Mile Challenge Held At Rocky Face Mountain Recreational Area In Alexander County" class="vc_gitem-link vc-zone-link" ></a><img class="vc_gitem-zone-img" src="https://whky.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/06/Andrew-Speas-and-Matt-Kearney-Alexander-County-Race-Finishers-062525.jpg" alt="Vertical Mile Challenge Held At Rocky Face Mountain Recreational Area In Alexander County" loading="lazy"><div class="vc_gitem-zone-mini"></div></div></div><div class="vc_gitem-zone vc_gitem-zone-c vc_custom_1419240516480"><div class="vc_gitem-zone-mini"><div class="vc_gitem_row vc_row vc_gitem-row-position-top"><div class="vc_col-sm-12 vc_gitem-col vc_gitem-col-align-"><div class="vc_custom_heading vc_gitem-post-data vc_gitem-post-data-source-post_title" ><h4 style="text-align: left" >Vertical Mile Challenge Held At Rocky Face Mountain Recreational Area In Alexander County</h4></div><div class="vc_custom_heading vc_gitem-post-data vc_gitem-post-data-source-post_excerpt" ><p style="text-align: left" ><p>The 11th Annual Vertical Mile Challenge (VMC) Trail Race attracted almost 140 runners from across North Carolina and beyond on a hot Saturday, June 21 at Rocky Face Mountain Recreational&hellip;</p> </p></div><div class="vc_btn3-container vc_btn3-left"><a class="vc_general vc_btn3 vc_btn3-size-md vc_btn3-shape-rounded vc_btn3-style-flat vc_btn3-color-juicy-pink" a href="https://whky.com/vertical-mile-challenge-held-at-rocky-face-mountain-recreational-area-in-alexander-county/" class="vc_gitem-link vc_general vc_btn3 vc_general vc_btn3 vc_btn3-size-md vc_btn3-shape-rounded vc_btn3-style-flat vc_btn3-color-juicy-pink" title="Read more">Read more</a></div></div></div></div></div></div><div class="vc_clearfix"></div></div><div class="vc_grid-item vc_clearfix vc_col-sm-3 vc_grid-item-zone-c-bottom"><div class="vc_grid-item-mini vc_clearfix "><div class="vc_gitem-animated-block" ><div class="vc_gitem-zone vc_gitem-zone-a vc-gitem-zone-height-mode-auto vc-gitem-zone-height-mode-auto-1-1 vc_gitem-is-link" style="background-image: url('https://whky.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/01/City-of-Newton-Larger-Logo-011421.jpg') !important;"><a href="https://whky.com/streetscape-celebration-scheduled-in-newton/" title="Streetscape Celebration Scheduled In Newton" class="vc_gitem-link vc-zone-link" ></a><img class="vc_gitem-zone-img" src="https://whky.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/01/City-of-Newton-Larger-Logo-011421.jpg" alt="Streetscape Celebration Scheduled In Newton" loading="lazy"><div class="vc_gitem-zone-mini"></div></div></div><div class="vc_gitem-zone vc_gitem-zone-c vc_custom_1419240516480"><div class="vc_gitem-zone-mini"><div class="vc_gitem_row vc_row vc_gitem-row-position-top"><div class="vc_col-sm-12 vc_gitem-col vc_gitem-col-align-"><div class="vc_custom_heading vc_gitem-post-data vc_gitem-post-data-source-post_title" ><h4 style="text-align: left" >Streetscape Celebration Scheduled In Newton</h4></div><div class="vc_custom_heading vc_gitem-post-data vc_gitem-post-data-source-post_excerpt" ><p style="text-align: left" ><p>The City of Newton invites residents and visitors to a Streetscape Celebration on Wednesday, July 10, from 5:15 to 6 p.m., just before the evening&#8217;s Music on Main concert, to&hellip;</p> </p></div><div class="vc_btn3-container vc_btn3-left"><a class="vc_general vc_btn3 vc_btn3-size-md vc_btn3-shape-rounded vc_btn3-style-flat vc_btn3-color-juicy-pink" a href="https://whky.com/streetscape-celebration-scheduled-in-newton/" class="vc_gitem-link vc_general vc_btn3 vc_general vc_btn3 vc_btn3-size-md vc_btn3-shape-rounded vc_btn3-style-flat vc_btn3-color-juicy-pink" title="Read more">Read more</a></div></div></div></div></div></div><div class="vc_clearfix"></div></div><div class="vc_grid-item vc_clearfix vc_col-sm-3 vc_grid-item-zone-c-bottom"><div class="vc_grid-item-mini vc_clearfix "><div class="vc_gitem-animated-block" ><div class="vc_gitem-zone vc_gitem-zone-a vc-gitem-zone-height-mode-auto vc-gitem-zone-height-mode-auto-1-1 vc_gitem-is-link" style="background-image: url('https://whky.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/03/NCDOT-Logo-031423.jpg') !important;"><a href="https://whky.com/watauga-county-road-to-close-for-two-days/" title="Watauga County Road To Close For Two Days" class="vc_gitem-link vc-zone-link" ></a><img class="vc_gitem-zone-img" src="https://whky.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/03/NCDOT-Logo-031423.jpg" alt="Watauga County Road To Close For Two Days" loading="lazy"><div class="vc_gitem-zone-mini"></div></div></div><div class="vc_gitem-zone vc_gitem-zone-c vc_custom_1419240516480"><div class="vc_gitem-zone-mini"><div class="vc_gitem_row vc_row vc_gitem-row-position-top"><div class="vc_col-sm-12 vc_gitem-col vc_gitem-col-align-"><div class="vc_custom_heading vc_gitem-post-data vc_gitem-post-data-source-post_title" ><h4 style="text-align: left" >Watauga County Road To Close For Two Days</h4></div><div class="vc_custom_heading vc_gitem-post-data vc_gitem-post-data-source-post_excerpt" ><p style="text-align: left" ><p>A Watauga County road will close for two days while N.C. Department of Transportation workers replace a pipe in the area. Wilson Ridge Road was scheduled to close at 8&hellip;</p> </p></div><div class="vc_btn3-container vc_btn3-left"><a class="vc_general vc_btn3 vc_btn3-size-md vc_btn3-shape-rounded vc_btn3-style-flat vc_btn3-color-juicy-pink" a href="https://whky.com/watauga-county-road-to-close-for-two-days/" class="vc_gitem-link vc_general vc_btn3 vc_general vc_btn3 vc_btn3-size-md vc_btn3-shape-rounded vc_btn3-style-flat vc_btn3-color-juicy-pink" title="Read more">Read more</a></div></div></div></div></div></div><div class="vc_clearfix"></div></div><div class="vc_grid-item vc_clearfix vc_col-sm-3 vc_grid-item-zone-c-bottom"><div class="vc_grid-item-mini vc_clearfix "><div class="vc_gitem-animated-block" ><div class="vc_gitem-zone vc_gitem-zone-a vc-gitem-zone-height-mode-auto vc-gitem-zone-height-mode-auto-1-1 vc_gitem-is-link" style="background-image: url('https://whky.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/01/NCDOJ-Seal-011122.jpg') !important;"><a href="https://whky.com/n-c-attorney-general-seeks-information-from-software-company-regarding-data-breach/" title="N.C. Attorney General Seeks Information From Software Company Regarding Data Breach" class="vc_gitem-link vc-zone-link" ></a><img class="vc_gitem-zone-img" src="https://whky.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/01/NCDOJ-Seal-011122.jpg" alt="N.C. Attorney General Seeks Information From Software Company Regarding Data Breach" loading="lazy"><div class="vc_gitem-zone-mini"></div></div></div><div class="vc_gitem-zone vc_gitem-zone-c vc_custom_1419240516480"><div class="vc_gitem-zone-mini"><div class="vc_gitem_row vc_row vc_gitem-row-position-top"><div class="vc_col-sm-12 vc_gitem-col vc_gitem-col-align-"><div class="vc_custom_heading vc_gitem-post-data vc_gitem-post-data-source-post_title" ><h4 style="text-align: left" >N.C. Attorney General Seeks Information From Software Company Regarding Data Breach</h4></div><div class="vc_custom_heading vc_gitem-post-data vc_gitem-post-data-source-post_excerpt" ><p style="text-align: left" ><p>North Carolina Attorney General Jeff Jackson is demanding information from the software company PowerSchool about the cause of their 2024 data breach that compromised the personal information of nearly four&hellip;</p> </p></div><div class="vc_btn3-container vc_btn3-left"><a class="vc_general vc_btn3 vc_btn3-size-md vc_btn3-shape-rounded vc_btn3-style-flat vc_btn3-color-juicy-pink" a href="https://whky.com/n-c-attorney-general-seeks-information-from-software-company-regarding-data-breach/" class="vc_gitem-link vc_general vc_btn3 vc_general vc_btn3 vc_btn3-size-md vc_btn3-shape-rounded vc_btn3-style-flat vc_btn3-color-juicy-pink" title="Read more">Read more</a></div></div></div></div></div></div><div class="vc_clearfix"></div></div><div class="vc_grid-item vc_clearfix vc_col-sm-3 vc_grid-item-zone-c-bottom"><div class="vc_grid-item-mini vc_clearfix "><div class="vc_gitem-animated-block" ><div class="vc_gitem-zone vc_gitem-zone-a vc-gitem-zone-height-mode-auto vc-gitem-zone-height-mode-auto-1-1 vc_gitem-is-link" style="background-image: url('https://whky.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/06/Settlemyre-Dr-Bethany-062425.jpg') !important;"><a href="https://whky.com/new-principal-chosen-at-catawba-elementary/" title="New Principal Chosen at Catawba Elementary" class="vc_gitem-link vc-zone-link" ></a><img class="vc_gitem-zone-img" src="https://whky.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/06/Settlemyre-Dr-Bethany-062425.jpg" alt="New Principal Chosen at Catawba Elementary" loading="lazy"><div class="vc_gitem-zone-mini"></div></div></div><div class="vc_gitem-zone vc_gitem-zone-c vc_custom_1419240516480"><div class="vc_gitem-zone-mini"><div class="vc_gitem_row vc_row vc_gitem-row-position-top"><div class="vc_col-sm-12 vc_gitem-col vc_gitem-col-align-"><div class="vc_custom_heading vc_gitem-post-data vc_gitem-post-data-source-post_title" ><h4 style="text-align: left" >New Principal Chosen at Catawba Elementary</h4></div><div class="vc_custom_heading vc_gitem-post-data vc_gitem-post-data-source-post_excerpt" ><p style="text-align: left" ><p>Catawba County Schools has announced that Dr. Bethany Settlemyre has been named the new Principal of Catawba Elementary School. She is the current assistant principal at Catawba Elementary. Dr. Settlemyre&hellip;</p> </p></div><div class="vc_btn3-container vc_btn3-left"><a class="vc_general vc_btn3 vc_btn3-size-md vc_btn3-shape-rounded vc_btn3-style-flat vc_btn3-color-juicy-pink" a href="https://whky.com/new-principal-chosen-at-catawba-elementary/" class="vc_gitem-link vc_general vc_btn3 vc_general vc_btn3 vc_btn3-size-md vc_btn3-shape-rounded vc_btn3-style-flat vc_btn3-color-juicy-pink" title="Read more">Read more</a></div></div></div></div></div></div><div class="vc_clearfix"></div></div><div class="vc_grid-item vc_clearfix vc_col-sm-3 vc_grid-item-zone-c-bottom"><div class="vc_grid-item-mini vc_clearfix "><div class="vc_gitem-animated-block" ><div class="vc_gitem-zone vc_gitem-zone-a vc-gitem-zone-height-mode-auto vc-gitem-zone-height-mode-auto-1-1 vc_gitem-is-link" style="background-image: url('https://whky.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/06/Kiracofe-Darin-062425-1024x768.jpg') !important;"><a href="https://whky.com/city-of-hickory-announces-new-i-t-director/" title="City of Hickory Announces New I.T. Director" class="vc_gitem-link vc-zone-link" ></a><img class="vc_gitem-zone-img" src="https://whky.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/06/Kiracofe-Darin-062425-1024x768.jpg" alt="City of Hickory Announces New I.T. Director" loading="lazy"><div class="vc_gitem-zone-mini"></div></div></div><div class="vc_gitem-zone vc_gitem-zone-c vc_custom_1419240516480"><div class="vc_gitem-zone-mini"><div class="vc_gitem_row vc_row vc_gitem-row-position-top"><div class="vc_col-sm-12 vc_gitem-col vc_gitem-col-align-"><div class="vc_custom_heading vc_gitem-post-data vc_gitem-post-data-source-post_title" ><h4 style="text-align: left" >City of Hickory Announces New I.T. Director</h4></div><div class="vc_custom_heading vc_gitem-post-data vc_gitem-post-data-source-post_excerpt" ><p style="text-align: left" ><p>The City of Hickory has hired Darin Kiracofe as its new information technology director. Mr. Kiracofe started his new role on June 23, taking over as head of the I.T.&hellip;</p> </p></div><div class="vc_btn3-container vc_btn3-left"><a class="vc_general vc_btn3 vc_btn3-size-md vc_btn3-shape-rounded vc_btn3-style-flat vc_btn3-color-juicy-pink" a href="https://whky.com/city-of-hickory-announces-new-i-t-director/" class="vc_gitem-link vc_general vc_btn3 vc_general vc_btn3 vc_btn3-size-md vc_btn3-shape-rounded vc_btn3-style-flat vc_btn3-color-juicy-pink" title="Read more">Read more</a></div></div></div></div></div></div><div class="vc_clearfix"></div></div><div class="vc_grid-item vc_clearfix vc_col-sm-3 vc_grid-item-zone-c-bottom"><div class="vc_grid-item-mini vc_clearfix "><div class="vc_gitem-animated-block" ><div class="vc_gitem-zone vc_gitem-zone-a vc-gitem-zone-height-mode-auto vc-gitem-zone-height-mode-auto-1-1 vc_gitem-is-link" style="background-image: url('https://whky.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/06/Shooting-Suspects-Six-Combo-Pic-061825.jpg') !important;"><a href="https://whky.com/indictments-announced-in-june-1-mountain-view-mass-shooting/" title="Indictments Announced in June 1 Mountain View Mass Shooting" class="vc_gitem-link vc-zone-link" ></a><img class="vc_gitem-zone-img" src="https://whky.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/06/Shooting-Suspects-Six-Combo-Pic-061825.jpg" alt="Indictments Announced in June 1 Mountain View Mass Shooting" loading="lazy"><div class="vc_gitem-zone-mini"></div></div></div><div class="vc_gitem-zone vc_gitem-zone-c vc_custom_1419240516480"><div class="vc_gitem-zone-mini"><div class="vc_gitem_row vc_row vc_gitem-row-position-top"><div class="vc_col-sm-12 vc_gitem-col vc_gitem-col-align-"><div class="vc_custom_heading vc_gitem-post-data vc_gitem-post-data-source-post_title" ><h4 style="text-align: left" >Indictments Announced in June 1 Mountain View Mass Shooting</h4></div><div class="vc_custom_heading vc_gitem-post-data vc_gitem-post-data-source-post_excerpt" ><p style="text-align: left" ><p>A briefing was held at the Catawba County Justice Center this morning (June 24) regarding the ongoing investigation into the June 1 mass shooting in Mountain View. 58-year-old Shawn Patrick&hellip;</p> </p></div><div class="vc_btn3-container vc_btn3-left"><a class="vc_general vc_btn3 vc_btn3-size-md vc_btn3-shape-rounded vc_btn3-style-flat vc_btn3-color-juicy-pink" a href="https://whky.com/indictments-announced-in-june-1-mountain-view-mass-shooting/" class="vc_gitem-link vc_general vc_btn3 vc_general vc_btn3 vc_btn3-size-md vc_btn3-shape-rounded vc_btn3-style-flat vc_btn3-color-juicy-pink" title="Read more">Read more</a></div></div></div></div></div></div><div class="vc_clearfix"></div></div><div class="vc_grid-item vc_clearfix vc_col-sm-3 vc_grid-item-zone-c-bottom"><div class="vc_grid-item-mini vc_clearfix "><div class="vc_gitem-animated-block" ><div class="vc_gitem-zone vc_gitem-zone-a vc-gitem-zone-height-mode-auto vc-gitem-zone-height-mode-auto-1-1 vc_gitem-is-link" style="background-image: url('https://whky.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/06/Gregory-and-Chelsie-Smith-Combo-Pic-062425.jpg') !important;"><a href="https://whky.com/two-suspects-charged-after-eight-children-found-in-home-infested-with-insects-rodents-along-with-scattered-trash/" title="Two Suspects Charged After Eight Children Found In Home Infested With Insects &#038; Rodents Along With Scattered Trash" class="vc_gitem-link vc-zone-link" ></a><img class="vc_gitem-zone-img" src="https://whky.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/06/Gregory-and-Chelsie-Smith-Combo-Pic-062425.jpg" alt="Two Suspects Charged After Eight Children Found In Home Infested With Insects & Rodents Along With Scattered Trash" loading="lazy"><div class="vc_gitem-zone-mini"></div></div></div><div class="vc_gitem-zone vc_gitem-zone-c vc_custom_1419240516480"><div class="vc_gitem-zone-mini"><div class="vc_gitem_row vc_row vc_gitem-row-position-top"><div class="vc_col-sm-12 vc_gitem-col vc_gitem-col-align-"><div class="vc_custom_heading vc_gitem-post-data vc_gitem-post-data-source-post_title" ><h4 style="text-align: left" >Two Suspects Charged After Eight Children Found In Home Infested With Insects &#038; Rodents Along With Scattered Trash</h4></div><div class="vc_custom_heading vc_gitem-post-data vc_gitem-post-data-source-post_excerpt" ><p style="text-align: left" ><p>34-year-old Gregory Lillis Smith II and 35-year-old Chelsie Marie Smith were arrested by Iredell County Sheriff’s Officers. They’re each charged with seven counts of felony child abuse, eight counts of&hellip;</p> </p></div><div class="vc_btn3-container vc_btn3-left"><a class="vc_general vc_btn3 vc_btn3-size-md vc_btn3-shape-rounded vc_btn3-style-flat vc_btn3-color-juicy-pink" a href="https://whky.com/two-suspects-charged-after-eight-children-found-in-home-infested-with-insects-rodents-along-with-scattered-trash/" class="vc_gitem-link vc_general vc_btn3 vc_general vc_btn3 vc_btn3-size-md vc_btn3-shape-rounded vc_btn3-style-flat vc_btn3-color-juicy-pink" title="Read more">Read more</a></div></div></div></div></div></div><div class="vc_clearfix"></div></div><div class="vc_grid-item vc_clearfix vc_col-sm-3 vc_grid-item-zone-c-bottom"><div class="vc_grid-item-mini vc_clearfix "><div class="vc_gitem-animated-block" ><div class="vc_gitem-zone vc_gitem-zone-a vc-gitem-zone-height-mode-auto vc-gitem-zone-height-mode-auto-1-1 vc_gitem-is-link" style="background-image: url('https://whky.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/06/Morganton-Vehicle-Fire-Pic-062425.jpg') !important;"><a href="https://whky.com/vehicle-fire-fought-in-morganton/" title="Vehicle Fire Fought In Morganton" class="vc_gitem-link vc-zone-link" ></a><img class="vc_gitem-zone-img" src="https://whky.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/06/Morganton-Vehicle-Fire-Pic-062425.jpg" alt="Vehicle Fire Fought In Morganton" loading="lazy"><div class="vc_gitem-zone-mini"></div></div></div><div class="vc_gitem-zone vc_gitem-zone-c vc_custom_1419240516480"><div class="vc_gitem-zone-mini"><div class="vc_gitem_row vc_row vc_gitem-row-position-top"><div class="vc_col-sm-12 vc_gitem-col vc_gitem-col-align-"><div class="vc_custom_heading vc_gitem-post-data vc_gitem-post-data-source-post_title" ><h4 style="text-align: left" >Vehicle Fire Fought In Morganton</h4></div><div class="vc_custom_heading vc_gitem-post-data vc_gitem-post-data-source-post_excerpt" ><p style="text-align: left" ><p>Firefighters in Morganton responded to a vehicle fire. On Monday (June 23) at approximately 8:30 a.m., Personnel from the Morganton Department of Public Safety responded to a reported vehicle fire&hellip;</p> </p></div><div class="vc_btn3-container vc_btn3-left"><a class="vc_general vc_btn3 vc_btn3-size-md vc_btn3-shape-rounded vc_btn3-style-flat vc_btn3-color-juicy-pink" a href="https://whky.com/vehicle-fire-fought-in-morganton/" class="vc_gitem-link vc_general vc_btn3 vc_general vc_btn3 vc_btn3-size-md vc_btn3-shape-rounded vc_btn3-style-flat vc_btn3-color-juicy-pink" title="Read more">Read more</a></div></div></div></div></div></div><div class="vc_clearfix"></div></div><div class="vc_grid-item vc_clearfix vc_col-sm-3 vc_grid-item-zone-c-bottom"><div class="vc_grid-item-mini vc_clearfix "><div class="vc_gitem-animated-block" ><div class="vc_gitem-zone vc_gitem-zone-a vc-gitem-zone-height-mode-auto vc-gitem-zone-height-mode-auto-1-1 vc_gitem-is-link" style="background-image: url('https://whky.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/06/Iredell-County-Crash-Pic-062425.jpg') !important;"><a href="https://whky.com/rescue-workers-respond-to-vehicle-rollover/" title="Rescue Workers Respond To Vehicle Rollover" class="vc_gitem-link vc-zone-link" ></a><img class="vc_gitem-zone-img" src="https://whky.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/06/Iredell-County-Crash-Pic-062425.jpg" alt="Rescue Workers Respond To Vehicle Rollover" loading="lazy"><div class="vc_gitem-zone-mini"></div></div></div><div class="vc_gitem-zone vc_gitem-zone-c vc_custom_1419240516480"><div class="vc_gitem-zone-mini"><div class="vc_gitem_row vc_row vc_gitem-row-position-top"><div class="vc_col-sm-12 vc_gitem-col vc_gitem-col-align-"><div class="vc_custom_heading vc_gitem-post-data vc_gitem-post-data-source-post_title" ><h4 style="text-align: left" >Rescue Workers Respond To Vehicle Rollover</h4></div><div class="vc_custom_heading vc_gitem-post-data vc_gitem-post-data-source-post_excerpt" ><p style="text-align: left" ><p>A vehicle rolled over Sunday, resulting in the driver being trapped. Mooresville Fire-Rescue, the Shepherds Volunteer Fire Department and Iredell County EMS personnel were dispatched to a vehicle crash on&hellip;</p> </p></div><div class="vc_btn3-container vc_btn3-left"><a class="vc_general vc_btn3 vc_btn3-size-md vc_btn3-shape-rounded vc_btn3-style-flat vc_btn3-color-juicy-pink" a href="https://whky.com/rescue-workers-respond-to-vehicle-rollover/" class="vc_gitem-link vc_general vc_btn3 vc_general vc_btn3 vc_btn3-size-md vc_btn3-shape-rounded vc_btn3-style-flat vc_btn3-color-juicy-pink" title="Read more">Read more</a></div></div></div></div></div></div><div class="vc_clearfix"></div></div><div class="vc_grid-item vc_clearfix vc_col-sm-3 vc_grid-item-zone-c-bottom"><div class="vc_grid-item-mini vc_clearfix "><div class="vc_gitem-animated-block" ><div class="vc_gitem-zone vc_gitem-zone-a vc-gitem-zone-height-mode-auto vc-gitem-zone-height-mode-auto-1-1 vc_gitem-is-link" style="background-image: url('https://whky.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/07/NCDHHS-Logo-071624.jpg') !important;"><a href="https://whky.com/public-comments-sought-on-low-income-energy-assistance-program-plan/" title="Public Comments Sought On Low Income Energy Assistance Program Plan" class="vc_gitem-link vc-zone-link" ></a><img class="vc_gitem-zone-img" src="https://whky.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/07/NCDHHS-Logo-071624.jpg" alt="Public Comments Sought On Low Income Energy Assistance Program Plan" loading="lazy"><div class="vc_gitem-zone-mini"></div></div></div><div class="vc_gitem-zone vc_gitem-zone-c vc_custom_1419240516480"><div class="vc_gitem-zone-mini"><div class="vc_gitem_row vc_row vc_gitem-row-position-top"><div class="vc_col-sm-12 vc_gitem-col vc_gitem-col-align-"><div class="vc_custom_heading vc_gitem-post-data vc_gitem-post-data-source-post_title" ><h4 style="text-align: left" >Public Comments Sought On Low Income Energy Assistance Program Plan</h4></div><div class="vc_custom_heading vc_gitem-post-data vc_gitem-post-data-source-post_excerpt" ><p style="text-align: left" ><p>The North Carolina Department of Health and Human Services is seeking public comments on the Low Income Home Energy Assistance Program Block Grant Plan, which outlines how the federal LIHEAP&hellip;</p> </p></div><div class="vc_btn3-container vc_btn3-left"><a class="vc_general vc_btn3 vc_btn3-size-md vc_btn3-shape-rounded vc_btn3-style-flat vc_btn3-color-juicy-pink" a href="https://whky.com/public-comments-sought-on-low-income-energy-assistance-program-plan/" class="vc_gitem-link vc_general vc_btn3 vc_general vc_btn3 vc_btn3-size-md vc_btn3-shape-rounded vc_btn3-style-flat vc_btn3-color-juicy-pink" title="Read more">Read more</a></div></div></div></div></div></div><div class="vc_clearfix"></div></div><div class="vc_grid-item vc_clearfix vc_col-sm-3 vc_grid-item-zone-c-bottom"><div class="vc_grid-item-mini vc_clearfix "><div class="vc_gitem-animated-block" ><div class="vc_gitem-zone vc_gitem-zone-a vc-gitem-zone-height-mode-auto vc-gitem-zone-height-mode-auto-1-1 vc_gitem-is-link" style="background-image: url('https://whky.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/06/Triple-Community-Fire-Department-Badge-062425.jpg') !important;"><a href="https://whky.com/natural-gas-main-clipped-in-burke-county-monday-gas-leak-reported/" title="Natural Gas Main Clipped In Burke County Monday, Gas Leak Reported" class="vc_gitem-link vc-zone-link" ></a><img class="vc_gitem-zone-img" src="https://whky.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/06/Triple-Community-Fire-Department-Badge-062425.jpg" alt="Natural Gas Main Clipped In Burke County Monday, Gas Leak Reported" loading="lazy"><div class="vc_gitem-zone-mini"></div></div></div><div class="vc_gitem-zone vc_gitem-zone-c vc_custom_1419240516480"><div class="vc_gitem-zone-mini"><div class="vc_gitem_row vc_row vc_gitem-row-position-top"><div class="vc_col-sm-12 vc_gitem-col vc_gitem-col-align-"><div class="vc_custom_heading vc_gitem-post-data vc_gitem-post-data-source-post_title" ><h4 style="text-align: left" >Natural Gas Main Clipped In Burke County Monday, Gas Leak Reported</h4></div><div class="vc_custom_heading vc_gitem-post-data vc_gitem-post-data-source-post_excerpt" ><p style="text-align: left" ><p>Triple Community Fire Department responded to the 1800 Block of U.S. 70 East just after 7:00 p.m. Monday (June 23) to a reported gas leak. Burke County Emergency Management, Triple&hellip;</p> </p></div><div class="vc_btn3-container vc_btn3-left"><a class="vc_general vc_btn3 vc_btn3-size-md vc_btn3-shape-rounded vc_btn3-style-flat vc_btn3-color-juicy-pink" a href="https://whky.com/natural-gas-main-clipped-in-burke-county-monday-gas-leak-reported/" class="vc_gitem-link vc_general vc_btn3 vc_general vc_btn3 vc_btn3-size-md vc_btn3-shape-rounded vc_btn3-style-flat vc_btn3-color-juicy-pink" title="Read more">Read more</a></div></div></div></div></div></div><div class="vc_clearfix"></div></div><div class="vc_grid-item vc_clearfix vc_col-sm-3 vc_grid-item-zone-c-bottom"><div class="vc_grid-item-mini vc_clearfix "><div class="vc_gitem-animated-block" ><div class="vc_gitem-zone vc_gitem-zone-a vc-gitem-zone-height-mode-auto vc-gitem-zone-height-mode-auto-1-1 vc_gitem-is-link" style="background-image: url('https://whky.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/06/Burke-Co-Emergency-Mananagement-logo-062325.jpg') !important;"><a href="https://whky.com/injured-hiker-rescued-on-conley-cove-trail/" title="Injured Hiker Rescued on Conley Cove Trail" class="vc_gitem-link vc-zone-link" ></a><img class="vc_gitem-zone-img" src="https://whky.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/06/Burke-Co-Emergency-Mananagement-logo-062325.jpg" alt="Injured Hiker Rescued on Conley Cove Trail" loading="lazy"><div class="vc_gitem-zone-mini"></div></div></div><div class="vc_gitem-zone vc_gitem-zone-c vc_custom_1419240516480"><div class="vc_gitem-zone-mini"><div class="vc_gitem_row vc_row vc_gitem-row-position-top"><div class="vc_col-sm-12 vc_gitem-col vc_gitem-col-align-"><div class="vc_custom_heading vc_gitem-post-data vc_gitem-post-data-source-post_title" ><h4 style="text-align: left" >Injured Hiker Rescued on Conley Cove Trail</h4></div><div class="vc_custom_heading vc_gitem-post-data vc_gitem-post-data-source-post_excerpt" ><p style="text-align: left" ><p>Early this morning (June 23), Burke County Emergency Management was notified of an injured hiker along the Conley Cove Trail. A swift and coordinated response was initiated involving Burke E.M.S.,&hellip;</p> </p></div><div class="vc_btn3-container vc_btn3-left"><a class="vc_general vc_btn3 vc_btn3-size-md vc_btn3-shape-rounded vc_btn3-style-flat vc_btn3-color-juicy-pink" a href="https://whky.com/injured-hiker-rescued-on-conley-cove-trail/" class="vc_gitem-link vc_general vc_btn3 vc_general vc_btn3 vc_btn3-size-md vc_btn3-shape-rounded vc_btn3-style-flat vc_btn3-color-juicy-pink" title="Read more">Read more</a></div></div></div></div></div></div><div class="vc_clearfix"></div></div><div class="vc_grid-item vc_clearfix vc_col-sm-3 vc_grid-item-zone-c-bottom"><div class="vc_grid-item-mini vc_clearfix "><div class="vc_gitem-animated-block" ><div class="vc_gitem-zone vc_gitem-zone-a vc-gitem-zone-height-mode-auto vc-gitem-zone-height-mode-auto-1-1 vc_gitem-is-link" style="background-image: url('https://whky.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/06/Heat-Safety-Pic-Weather.gov-062325-1024x512.jpg') !important;"><a href="https://whky.com/hot-temperatures-in-hickory-metro-forecast-state-officials-urge-safety/" title="Hot Temperatures In Hickory Metro Forecast, State Officials Urge Safety" class="vc_gitem-link vc-zone-link" ></a><img class="vc_gitem-zone-img" src="https://whky.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/06/Heat-Safety-Pic-Weather.gov-062325-1024x512.jpg" alt="Hot Temperatures In Hickory Metro Forecast, State Officials Urge Safety" loading="lazy"><div class="vc_gitem-zone-mini"></div></div></div><div class="vc_gitem-zone vc_gitem-zone-c vc_custom_1419240516480"><div class="vc_gitem-zone-mini"><div class="vc_gitem_row vc_row vc_gitem-row-position-top"><div class="vc_col-sm-12 vc_gitem-col vc_gitem-col-align-"><div class="vc_custom_heading vc_gitem-post-data vc_gitem-post-data-source-post_title" ><h4 style="text-align: left" >Hot Temperatures In Hickory Metro Forecast, State Officials Urge Safety</h4></div><div class="vc_custom_heading vc_gitem-post-data vc_gitem-post-data-source-post_excerpt" ><p style="text-align: left" ><p>High temperatures will soar into the 90s in the Greater Hickory Metro for at least the next three days. State officials are offering tips to deal with the heat and&hellip;</p> </p></div><div class="vc_btn3-container vc_btn3-left"><a class="vc_general vc_btn3 vc_btn3-size-md vc_btn3-shape-rounded vc_btn3-style-flat vc_btn3-color-juicy-pink" a href="https://whky.com/hot-temperatures-in-hickory-metro-forecast-state-officials-urge-safety/" class="vc_gitem-link vc_general vc_btn3 vc_general vc_btn3 vc_btn3-size-md vc_btn3-shape-rounded vc_btn3-style-flat vc_btn3-color-juicy-pink" title="Read more">Read more</a></div></div></div></div></div></div><div class="vc_clearfix"></div></div><div class="vc_grid-item vc_clearfix vc_col-sm-3 vc_grid-item-zone-c-bottom"><div class="vc_grid-item-mini vc_clearfix "><div class="vc_gitem-animated-block" ><div class="vc_gitem-zone vc_gitem-zone-a vc-gitem-zone-height-mode-auto vc-gitem-zone-height-mode-auto-1-1 vc_gitem-is-link" style="background-image: url('https://whky.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/12/North-Carolina-State-Board-Of-Elections-Logo-120921.jpg') !important;"><a href="https://whky.com/four-political-parties-to-be-moved-to-unaffiliated-category-in-n-c/" title="Four Political Parties To Be Moved To Unaffiliated Category In N.C." class="vc_gitem-link vc-zone-link" ></a><img class="vc_gitem-zone-img" src="https://whky.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/12/North-Carolina-State-Board-Of-Elections-Logo-120921.jpg" alt="Four Political Parties To Be Moved To Unaffiliated Category In N.C." loading="lazy"><div class="vc_gitem-zone-mini"></div></div></div><div class="vc_gitem-zone vc_gitem-zone-c vc_custom_1419240516480"><div class="vc_gitem-zone-mini"><div class="vc_gitem_row vc_row vc_gitem-row-position-top"><div class="vc_col-sm-12 vc_gitem-col vc_gitem-col-align-"><div class="vc_custom_heading vc_gitem-post-data vc_gitem-post-data-source-post_title" ><h4 style="text-align: left" >Four Political Parties To Be Moved To Unaffiliated Category In N.C.</h4></div><div class="vc_custom_heading vc_gitem-post-data vc_gitem-post-data-source-post_excerpt" ><p style="text-align: left" ><p>On Tuesday, June 24, the political party affiliations of about 34,000 North Carolina voters registered with four parties — Constitution, Justice for All, No Labels, and We the People —&hellip;</p> </p></div><div class="vc_btn3-container vc_btn3-left"><a class="vc_general vc_btn3 vc_btn3-size-md vc_btn3-shape-rounded vc_btn3-style-flat vc_btn3-color-juicy-pink" a href="https://whky.com/four-political-parties-to-be-moved-to-unaffiliated-category-in-n-c/" class="vc_gitem-link vc_general vc_btn3 vc_general vc_btn3 vc_btn3-size-md vc_btn3-shape-rounded vc_btn3-style-flat vc_btn3-color-juicy-pink" title="Read more">Read more</a></div></div></div></div></div></div><div class="vc_clearfix"></div></div><div class="vc_grid-item vc_clearfix vc_col-sm-3 vc_grid-item-zone-c-bottom"><div class="vc_grid-item-mini vc_clearfix "><div class="vc_gitem-animated-block" ><div class="vc_gitem-zone vc_gitem-zone-a vc-gitem-zone-height-mode-auto vc-gitem-zone-height-mode-auto-1-1 vc_gitem-is-link" style="background-image: url('https://whky.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/06/Troutman-Car-Fire-Pic-One-062325.jpg') !important;"><a href="https://whky.com/car-fire-extinguised-in-troutman-business-parking-lot/" title="Car Fire Extinguised In Troutman Business Parking Lot" class="vc_gitem-link vc-zone-link" ></a><img class="vc_gitem-zone-img" src="https://whky.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/06/Troutman-Car-Fire-Pic-One-062325.jpg" alt="Car Fire Extinguised In Troutman Business Parking Lot" loading="lazy"><div class="vc_gitem-zone-mini"></div></div></div><div class="vc_gitem-zone vc_gitem-zone-c vc_custom_1419240516480"><div class="vc_gitem-zone-mini"><div class="vc_gitem_row vc_row vc_gitem-row-position-top"><div class="vc_col-sm-12 vc_gitem-col vc_gitem-col-align-"><div class="vc_custom_heading vc_gitem-post-data vc_gitem-post-data-source-post_title" ><h4 style="text-align: left" >Car Fire Extinguised In Troutman Business Parking Lot</h4></div><div class="vc_custom_heading vc_gitem-post-data vc_gitem-post-data-source-post_excerpt" ><p style="text-align: left" ><p>The Troutman Police Department and Troutman Fire &amp; Rescue personnel responded to a vehicle fire in the Wendy’s parking lot off Charlotte Highway at approximately 4:30 p.m. Friday. According to&hellip;</p> </p></div><div class="vc_btn3-container vc_btn3-left"><a class="vc_general vc_btn3 vc_btn3-size-md vc_btn3-shape-rounded vc_btn3-style-flat vc_btn3-color-juicy-pink" a href="https://whky.com/car-fire-extinguised-in-troutman-business-parking-lot/" class="vc_gitem-link vc_general vc_btn3 vc_general vc_btn3 vc_btn3-size-md vc_btn3-shape-rounded vc_btn3-style-flat vc_btn3-color-juicy-pink" title="Read more">Read more</a></div></div></div></div></div></div><div class="vc_clearfix"></div></div><div class="vc_grid-item vc_clearfix vc_col-sm-3 vc_grid-item-zone-c-bottom"><div class="vc_grid-item-mini vc_clearfix "><div class="vc_gitem-animated-block" ><div class="vc_gitem-zone vc_gitem-zone-a vc-gitem-zone-height-mode-auto vc-gitem-zone-height-mode-auto-1-1 vc_gitem-is-link" style="background-image: url('https://whky.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/05/NCDOL-Logo-052025.jpg') !important;"><a href="https://whky.com/n-c-labor-commissioner-announces-beat-the-heat-campaign/" title="N.C. Labor Commissioner Announces &#8220;Beat The Heat&#8221; Campaign" class="vc_gitem-link vc-zone-link" ></a><img class="vc_gitem-zone-img" src="https://whky.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/05/NCDOL-Logo-052025.jpg" alt="N.C. Labor Commissioner Announces "Beat The Heat" Campaign" loading="lazy"><div class="vc_gitem-zone-mini"></div></div></div><div class="vc_gitem-zone vc_gitem-zone-c vc_custom_1419240516480"><div class="vc_gitem-zone-mini"><div class="vc_gitem_row vc_row vc_gitem-row-position-top"><div class="vc_col-sm-12 vc_gitem-col vc_gitem-col-align-"><div class="vc_custom_heading vc_gitem-post-data vc_gitem-post-data-source-post_title" ><h4 style="text-align: left" >N.C. Labor Commissioner Announces &#8220;Beat The Heat&#8221; Campaign</h4></div><div class="vc_custom_heading vc_gitem-post-data vc_gitem-post-data-source-post_excerpt" ><p style="text-align: left" ><p>With the arrival of the summer heat, North Carolina Labor Commissioner Luke Farley and the N.C. Department of Labor (NCDOL) are reminding employers and workers alike to take simple, effective&hellip;</p> </p></div><div class="vc_btn3-container vc_btn3-left"><a class="vc_general vc_btn3 vc_btn3-size-md vc_btn3-shape-rounded vc_btn3-style-flat vc_btn3-color-juicy-pink" a href="https://whky.com/n-c-labor-commissioner-announces-beat-the-heat-campaign/" class="vc_gitem-link vc_general vc_btn3 vc_general vc_btn3 vc_btn3-size-md vc_btn3-shape-rounded vc_btn3-style-flat vc_btn3-color-juicy-pink" title="Read more">Read more</a></div></div></div></div></div></div><div class="vc_clearfix"></div></div><div class="vc_grid-item vc_clearfix vc_col-sm-3 vc_grid-item-zone-c-bottom"><div class="vc_grid-item-mini vc_clearfix "><div class="vc_gitem-animated-block" ><div class="vc_gitem-zone vc_gitem-zone-a vc-gitem-zone-height-mode-auto vc-gitem-zone-height-mode-auto-1-1 vc_gitem-is-link" style="background-image: url('https://whky.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/06/Water-Safety-Generic-Pic-NCDPS-062325-1024x683.jpg') !important;"><a href="https://whky.com/n-c-insurance-commissioner-offers-water-safety-tips/" title="N.C. Insurance Commissioner Offers Water Safety Tips" class="vc_gitem-link vc-zone-link" ></a><img class="vc_gitem-zone-img" src="https://whky.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/06/Water-Safety-Generic-Pic-NCDPS-062325-1024x683.jpg" alt="N.C. Insurance Commissioner Offers Water Safety Tips" loading="lazy"><div class="vc_gitem-zone-mini"></div></div></div><div class="vc_gitem-zone vc_gitem-zone-c vc_custom_1419240516480"><div class="vc_gitem-zone-mini"><div class="vc_gitem_row vc_row vc_gitem-row-position-top"><div class="vc_col-sm-12 vc_gitem-col vc_gitem-col-align-"><div class="vc_custom_heading vc_gitem-post-data vc_gitem-post-data-source-post_title" ><h4 style="text-align: left" >N.C. Insurance Commissioner Offers Water Safety Tips</h4></div><div class="vc_custom_heading vc_gitem-post-data vc_gitem-post-data-source-post_excerpt" ><p style="text-align: left" ><p>With the arrival of summer over the weekend, Insurance Commissioner Mike Causey is asking parents and caregivers to think about the importance of water safety to protect their children. According&hellip;</p> </p></div><div class="vc_btn3-container vc_btn3-left"><a class="vc_general vc_btn3 vc_btn3-size-md vc_btn3-shape-rounded vc_btn3-style-flat vc_btn3-color-juicy-pink" a href="https://whky.com/n-c-insurance-commissioner-offers-water-safety-tips/" class="vc_gitem-link vc_general vc_btn3 vc_general vc_btn3 vc_btn3-size-md vc_btn3-shape-rounded vc_btn3-style-flat vc_btn3-color-juicy-pink" title="Read more">Read more</a></div></div></div></div></div></div><div class="vc_clearfix"></div></div><div class="vc_grid-item vc_clearfix vc_col-sm-3 vc_grid-item-zone-c-bottom"><div class="vc_grid-item-mini vc_clearfix "><div class="vc_gitem-animated-block" ><div class="vc_gitem-zone vc_gitem-zone-a vc-gitem-zone-height-mode-auto vc-gitem-zone-height-mode-auto-1-1 vc_gitem-is-link" style="background-image: url('https://whky.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/05/Governors-Office-Seal-051225.jpg') !important;"><a href="https://whky.com/governor-announces-rural-infrastructure-authority-grants-boone-among-local-governments-chosen/" title="Governor Announces Rural Infrastructure Authority Grants, Boone Among Local Governments Chosen" class="vc_gitem-link vc-zone-link" ></a><img class="vc_gitem-zone-img" src="https://whky.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/05/Governors-Office-Seal-051225.jpg" alt="Governor Announces Rural Infrastructure Authority Grants, Boone Among Local Governments Chosen" loading="lazy"><div class="vc_gitem-zone-mini"></div></div></div><div class="vc_gitem-zone vc_gitem-zone-c vc_custom_1419240516480"><div class="vc_gitem-zone-mini"><div class="vc_gitem_row vc_row vc_gitem-row-position-top"><div class="vc_col-sm-12 vc_gitem-col vc_gitem-col-align-"><div class="vc_custom_heading vc_gitem-post-data vc_gitem-post-data-source-post_title" ><h4 style="text-align: left" >Governor Announces Rural Infrastructure Authority Grants, Boone Among Local Governments Chosen</h4></div><div class="vc_custom_heading vc_gitem-post-data vc_gitem-post-data-source-post_excerpt" ><p style="text-align: left" ><p>Governor Josh Stein Friday announced that the Rural Infrastructure Authority (RIA) has approved nine grant requests for local governments totaling $2,941,000. The grants include commitments creating a total of 137&hellip;</p> </p></div><div class="vc_btn3-container vc_btn3-left"><a class="vc_general vc_btn3 vc_btn3-size-md vc_btn3-shape-rounded vc_btn3-style-flat vc_btn3-color-juicy-pink" a href="https://whky.com/governor-announces-rural-infrastructure-authority-grants-boone-among-local-governments-chosen/" class="vc_gitem-link vc_general vc_btn3 vc_general vc_btn3 vc_btn3-size-md vc_btn3-shape-rounded vc_btn3-style-flat vc_btn3-color-juicy-pink" title="Read more">Read more</a></div></div></div></div></div></div><div class="vc_clearfix"></div></div><div class="vc_grid-item vc_clearfix vc_col-sm-3 vc_grid-item-zone-c-bottom"><div class="vc_grid-item-mini vc_clearfix "><div class="vc_gitem-animated-block" ><div class="vc_gitem-zone vc_gitem-zone-a vc-gitem-zone-height-mode-auto vc-gitem-zone-height-mode-auto-1-1 vc_gitem-is-link" style="background-image: url('https://whky.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/01/Fatal-Crash-Generic-Graphic-010623.jpg') !important;"><a href="https://whky.com/man-killed-in-motorcycle-crash/" title="Man Killed In Motorcycle Crash" class="vc_gitem-link vc-zone-link" ></a><img class="vc_gitem-zone-img" src="https://whky.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/01/Fatal-Crash-Generic-Graphic-010623.jpg" alt="Man Killed In Motorcycle Crash" loading="lazy"><div class="vc_gitem-zone-mini"></div></div></div><div class="vc_gitem-zone vc_gitem-zone-c vc_custom_1419240516480"><div class="vc_gitem-zone-mini"><div class="vc_gitem_row vc_row vc_gitem-row-position-top"><div class="vc_col-sm-12 vc_gitem-col vc_gitem-col-align-"><div class="vc_custom_heading vc_gitem-post-data vc_gitem-post-data-source-post_title" ><h4 style="text-align: left" >Man Killed In Motorcycle Crash</h4></div><div class="vc_custom_heading vc_gitem-post-data vc_gitem-post-data-source-post_excerpt" ><p style="text-align: left" ><p>A Caldwell County man was killed in a crash in Burke County. The deceased is 44-year-old James Clifton Vaughan III of Lenoir. On Saturday, (June 21) at approximately 11:05 a.m.,&hellip;</p> </p></div><div class="vc_btn3-container vc_btn3-left"><a class="vc_general vc_btn3 vc_btn3-size-md vc_btn3-shape-rounded vc_btn3-style-flat vc_btn3-color-juicy-pink" a href="https://whky.com/man-killed-in-motorcycle-crash/" class="vc_gitem-link vc_general vc_btn3 vc_general vc_btn3 vc_btn3-size-md vc_btn3-shape-rounded vc_btn3-style-flat vc_btn3-color-juicy-pink" title="Read more">Read more</a></div></div></div></div></div></div><div class="vc_clearfix"></div></div><div class="vc_grid-item vc_clearfix vc_col-sm-3 vc_grid-item-zone-c-bottom"><div class="vc_grid-item-mini vc_clearfix "><div class="vc_gitem-animated-block" ><div class="vc_gitem-zone vc_gitem-zone-a vc-gitem-zone-height-mode-auto vc-gitem-zone-height-mode-auto-1-1 vc_gitem-is-link" style="background-image: url('https://whky.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/09/City-of-Hickory-logo-092021.jpg') !important;"><a href="https://whky.com/four-hickory-boards-commissions-to-meet-next-week/" title="Four Hickory Boards &#038; Commissions to Meet Next Week" class="vc_gitem-link vc-zone-link" ></a><img class="vc_gitem-zone-img" src="https://whky.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/09/City-of-Hickory-logo-092021.jpg" alt="Four Hickory Boards & Commissions to Meet Next Week" loading="lazy"><div class="vc_gitem-zone-mini"></div></div></div><div class="vc_gitem-zone vc_gitem-zone-c vc_custom_1419240516480"><div class="vc_gitem-zone-mini"><div class="vc_gitem_row vc_row vc_gitem-row-position-top"><div class="vc_col-sm-12 vc_gitem-col vc_gitem-col-align-"><div class="vc_custom_heading vc_gitem-post-data vc_gitem-post-data-source-post_title" ><h4 style="text-align: left" >Four Hickory Boards &#038; Commissions to Meet Next Week</h4></div><div class="vc_custom_heading vc_gitem-post-data vc_gitem-post-data-source-post_excerpt" ><p style="text-align: left" ><p>Various City of Hickory boards and commissions will meet next week. On Monday, June 23, the Community Appearance Commission will meet at the Julian G. Whitener Municipal Building (City Hall)&hellip;</p> </p></div><div class="vc_btn3-container vc_btn3-left"><a class="vc_general vc_btn3 vc_btn3-size-md vc_btn3-shape-rounded vc_btn3-style-flat vc_btn3-color-juicy-pink" a href="https://whky.com/four-hickory-boards-commissions-to-meet-next-week/" class="vc_gitem-link vc_general vc_btn3 vc_general vc_btn3 vc_btn3-size-md vc_btn3-shape-rounded vc_btn3-style-flat vc_btn3-color-juicy-pink" title="Read more">Read more</a></div></div></div></div></div></div><div class="vc_clearfix"></div></div><div class="vc_grid-item vc_clearfix vc_col-sm-3 vc_grid-item-zone-c-bottom"><div class="vc_grid-item-mini vc_clearfix "><div class="vc_gitem-animated-block" ><div class="vc_gitem-zone vc_gitem-zone-a vc-gitem-zone-height-mode-auto vc-gitem-zone-height-mode-auto-1-1 vc_gitem-is-link" style="background-image: url('https://whky.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/06/Caldwell-Flood-Alert-Graphic-062025-1024x1024.jpg') !important;"><a href="https://whky.com/flooding-reported-in-caldwell-county/" title="Flooding Reported in Caldwell County" class="vc_gitem-link vc-zone-link" ></a><img class="vc_gitem-zone-img" src="https://whky.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/06/Caldwell-Flood-Alert-Graphic-062025-1024x1024.jpg" alt="Flooding Reported in Caldwell County" loading="lazy"><div class="vc_gitem-zone-mini"></div></div></div><div class="vc_gitem-zone vc_gitem-zone-c vc_custom_1419240516480"><div class="vc_gitem-zone-mini"><div class="vc_gitem_row vc_row vc_gitem-row-position-top"><div class="vc_col-sm-12 vc_gitem-col vc_gitem-col-align-"><div class="vc_custom_heading vc_gitem-post-data vc_gitem-post-data-source-post_title" ><h4 style="text-align: left" >Flooding Reported in Caldwell County</h4></div><div class="vc_custom_heading vc_gitem-post-data vc_gitem-post-data-source-post_excerpt" ><p style="text-align: left" ><p>The Caldwell County Sheriff&#8217;s Office has reported flooding in the Valmead area on Blairs Fork Road and Indian Grave Road. Motorists are advised to proceed with caution as floodwaters go&hellip;</p> </p></div><div class="vc_btn3-container vc_btn3-left"><a class="vc_general vc_btn3 vc_btn3-size-md vc_btn3-shape-rounded vc_btn3-style-flat vc_btn3-color-juicy-pink" a href="https://whky.com/flooding-reported-in-caldwell-county/" class="vc_gitem-link vc_general vc_btn3 vc_general vc_btn3 vc_btn3-size-md vc_btn3-shape-rounded vc_btn3-style-flat vc_btn3-color-juicy-pink" title="Read more">Read more</a></div></div></div></div></div></div><div class="vc_clearfix"></div></div><div class="vc_grid-item vc_clearfix vc_col-sm-3 vc_grid-item-zone-c-bottom"><div class="vc_grid-item-mini vc_clearfix "><div class="vc_gitem-animated-block" ><div class="vc_gitem-zone vc_gitem-zone-a vc-gitem-zone-height-mode-auto vc-gitem-zone-height-mode-auto-1-1 vc_gitem-is-link" style="background-image: url('https://whky.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/09/Morganton-City-Seal-101218.jpg') !important;"><a href="https://whky.com/water-quality-testing-notice-in-burke-not-endorsed-by-city-staff/" title="Water Quality Testing Notice in Burke Not Endorsed by City Staff" class="vc_gitem-link vc-zone-link" ></a><img class="vc_gitem-zone-img" src="https://whky.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/09/Morganton-City-Seal-101218.jpg" alt="Water Quality Testing Notice in Burke Not Endorsed by City Staff" loading="lazy"><div class="vc_gitem-zone-mini"></div></div></div><div class="vc_gitem-zone vc_gitem-zone-c vc_custom_1419240516480"><div class="vc_gitem-zone-mini"><div class="vc_gitem_row vc_row vc_gitem-row-position-top"><div class="vc_col-sm-12 vc_gitem-col vc_gitem-col-align-"><div class="vc_custom_heading vc_gitem-post-data vc_gitem-post-data-source-post_title" ><h4 style="text-align: left" >Water Quality Testing Notice in Burke Not Endorsed by City Staff</h4></div><div class="vc_custom_heading vc_gitem-post-data vc_gitem-post-data-source-post_excerpt" ><p style="text-align: left" ><p>Residents of Burke County may soon receive a notice detailing a program that offers free water quality testing. This service is not in any way affiliated with or endorsed by&hellip;</p> </p></div><div class="vc_btn3-container vc_btn3-left"><a class="vc_general vc_btn3 vc_btn3-size-md vc_btn3-shape-rounded vc_btn3-style-flat vc_btn3-color-juicy-pink" a href="https://whky.com/water-quality-testing-notice-in-burke-not-endorsed-by-city-staff/" class="vc_gitem-link vc_general vc_btn3 vc_general vc_btn3 vc_btn3-size-md vc_btn3-shape-rounded vc_btn3-style-flat vc_btn3-color-juicy-pink" title="Read more">Read more</a></div></div></div></div></div></div><div class="vc_clearfix"></div></div><div class="vc_grid-item vc_clearfix vc_col-sm-3 vc_grid-item-zone-c-bottom"><div class="vc_grid-item-mini vc_clearfix "><div class="vc_gitem-animated-block" ><div class="vc_gitem-zone vc_gitem-zone-a vc-gitem-zone-height-mode-auto vc-gitem-zone-height-mode-auto-1-1 vc_gitem-is-link" style="background-image: url('https://whky.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/06/Overdose-Death-Rates-In-NC-Pic-NCDOJ-062025-1024x576.png') !important;"><a href="https://whky.com/attorney-general-announces-settlement-with-company-reportedly-connected-to-opioid-crisis/" title="Attorney General Announces Settlement With Company Reportedly Connected To Opioid Crisis" class="vc_gitem-link vc-zone-link" ></a><img class="vc_gitem-zone-img" src="https://whky.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/06/Overdose-Death-Rates-In-NC-Pic-NCDOJ-062025-1024x576.png" alt="Attorney General Announces Settlement With Company Reportedly Connected To Opioid Crisis" loading="lazy"><div class="vc_gitem-zone-mini"></div></div></div><div class="vc_gitem-zone vc_gitem-zone-c vc_custom_1419240516480"><div class="vc_gitem-zone-mini"><div class="vc_gitem_row vc_row vc_gitem-row-position-top"><div class="vc_col-sm-12 vc_gitem-col vc_gitem-col-align-"><div class="vc_custom_heading vc_gitem-post-data vc_gitem-post-data-source-post_title" ><h4 style="text-align: left" >Attorney General Announces Settlement With Company Reportedly Connected To Opioid Crisis</h4></div><div class="vc_custom_heading vc_gitem-post-data vc_gitem-post-data-source-post_excerpt" ><p style="text-align: left" ><p>North Carolina Attorney General Jeff Jackson has announced that 55 attorneys general, representing all eligible states and U.S. territories, agreed to sign on to a $7.4 billion settlement with Purdue&hellip;</p> </p></div><div class="vc_btn3-container vc_btn3-left"><a class="vc_general vc_btn3 vc_btn3-size-md vc_btn3-shape-rounded vc_btn3-style-flat vc_btn3-color-juicy-pink" a href="https://whky.com/attorney-general-announces-settlement-with-company-reportedly-connected-to-opioid-crisis/" class="vc_gitem-link vc_general vc_btn3 vc_general vc_btn3 vc_btn3-size-md vc_btn3-shape-rounded vc_btn3-style-flat vc_btn3-color-juicy-pink" title="Read more">Read more</a></div></div></div></div></div></div><div class="vc_clearfix"></div></div><div class="vc_grid-item vc_clearfix vc_col-sm-3 vc_grid-item-zone-c-bottom"><div class="vc_grid-item-mini vc_clearfix "><div class="vc_gitem-animated-block" ><div class="vc_gitem-zone vc_gitem-zone-a vc-gitem-zone-height-mode-auto vc-gitem-zone-height-mode-auto-1-1 vc_gitem-is-link" style="background-image: url('https://whky.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/06/Hickory-Independence-Day-Pic-062025.jpg') !important;"><a href="https://whky.com/hickory-announces-independence-day-schedule/" title="Hickory Announces Independence Day Schedule" class="vc_gitem-link vc-zone-link" ></a><img class="vc_gitem-zone-img" src="https://whky.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/06/Hickory-Independence-Day-Pic-062025.jpg" alt="Hickory Announces Independence Day Schedule" loading="lazy"><div class="vc_gitem-zone-mini"></div></div></div><div class="vc_gitem-zone vc_gitem-zone-c vc_custom_1419240516480"><div class="vc_gitem-zone-mini"><div class="vc_gitem_row vc_row vc_gitem-row-position-top"><div class="vc_col-sm-12 vc_gitem-col vc_gitem-col-align-"><div class="vc_custom_heading vc_gitem-post-data vc_gitem-post-data-source-post_title" ><h4 style="text-align: left" >Hickory Announces Independence Day Schedule</h4></div><div class="vc_custom_heading vc_gitem-post-data vc_gitem-post-data-source-post_excerpt" ><p style="text-align: left" ><p>The City of Hickory will close its offices on Friday, July 4, in observance of Independence Day. City of Hickory offices will reopen on Monday, July 7, at 8:30 a.m.&hellip;</p> </p></div><div class="vc_btn3-container vc_btn3-left"><a class="vc_general vc_btn3 vc_btn3-size-md vc_btn3-shape-rounded vc_btn3-style-flat vc_btn3-color-juicy-pink" a href="https://whky.com/hickory-announces-independence-day-schedule/" class="vc_gitem-link vc_general vc_btn3 vc_general vc_btn3 vc_btn3-size-md vc_btn3-shape-rounded vc_btn3-style-flat vc_btn3-color-juicy-pink" title="Read more">Read more</a></div></div></div></div></div></div><div class="vc_clearfix"></div></div><div class="vc_grid-item vc_clearfix vc_col-sm-3 vc_grid-item-zone-c-bottom"><div class="vc_grid-item-mini vc_clearfix "><div class="vc_gitem-animated-block" ><div class="vc_gitem-zone vc_gitem-zone-a vc-gitem-zone-height-mode-auto vc-gitem-zone-height-mode-auto-1-1 vc_gitem-is-link" style="background-image: url('https://whky.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/06/Frye-Marks-400th-Stroke-Reducing-Procedure-062025-1024x556.jpg') !important;"><a href="https://whky.com/hickory-hospital-announces-milestone-for-stroke-reducing-procedures/" title="Hickory Hospital Announces Milestone For Stroke-Reducing Procedures" class="vc_gitem-link vc-zone-link" ></a><img class="vc_gitem-zone-img" src="https://whky.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/06/Frye-Marks-400th-Stroke-Reducing-Procedure-062025-1024x556.jpg" alt="Hickory Hospital Announces Milestone For Stroke-Reducing Procedures" loading="lazy"><div class="vc_gitem-zone-mini"></div></div></div><div class="vc_gitem-zone vc_gitem-zone-c vc_custom_1419240516480"><div class="vc_gitem-zone-mini"><div class="vc_gitem_row vc_row vc_gitem-row-position-top"><div class="vc_col-sm-12 vc_gitem-col vc_gitem-col-align-"><div class="vc_custom_heading vc_gitem-post-data vc_gitem-post-data-source-post_title" ><h4 style="text-align: left" >Hickory Hospital Announces Milestone For Stroke-Reducing Procedures</h4></div><div class="vc_custom_heading vc_gitem-post-data vc_gitem-post-data-source-post_excerpt" ><p style="text-align: left" ><p>Frye Regional Medical Center, a Duke LifePoint facility and Duke Health affiliate in heart care, has completed 400 procedures using a minimally invasive implant—a key advancement in stroke prevention for&hellip;</p> </p></div><div class="vc_btn3-container vc_btn3-left"><a class="vc_general vc_btn3 vc_btn3-size-md vc_btn3-shape-rounded vc_btn3-style-flat vc_btn3-color-juicy-pink" a href="https://whky.com/hickory-hospital-announces-milestone-for-stroke-reducing-procedures/" class="vc_gitem-link vc_general vc_btn3 vc_general vc_btn3 vc_btn3-size-md vc_btn3-shape-rounded vc_btn3-style-flat vc_btn3-color-juicy-pink" title="Read more">Read more</a></div></div></div></div></div></div><div class="vc_clearfix"></div></div><div class="vc_grid-item vc_clearfix vc_col-sm-3 vc_grid-item-zone-c-bottom"><div class="vc_grid-item-mini vc_clearfix "><div class="vc_gitem-animated-block" ><div class="vc_gitem-zone vc_gitem-zone-a vc-gitem-zone-height-mode-auto vc-gitem-zone-height-mode-auto-1-1 vc_gitem-is-link" style="background-image: url('https://whky.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/10/NCDOI-Logo-100724.jpg') !important;"><a href="https://whky.com/denver-nc-man-charged-by-state-officials-with-felony-insurance-fraud-for-allegedly-lying-about-damage-to-vehicle/" title="Denver, NC Man Charged By State Officials With Felony Insurance Fraud For Allegedly Lying About Damage To Vehicle" class="vc_gitem-link vc-zone-link" ></a><img class="vc_gitem-zone-img" src="https://whky.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/10/NCDOI-Logo-100724.jpg" alt="Denver, NC Man Charged By State Officials With Felony Insurance Fraud For Allegedly Lying About Damage To Vehicle" loading="lazy"><div class="vc_gitem-zone-mini"></div></div></div><div class="vc_gitem-zone vc_gitem-zone-c vc_custom_1419240516480"><div class="vc_gitem-zone-mini"><div class="vc_gitem_row vc_row vc_gitem-row-position-top"><div class="vc_col-sm-12 vc_gitem-col vc_gitem-col-align-"><div class="vc_custom_heading vc_gitem-post-data vc_gitem-post-data-source-post_title" ><h4 style="text-align: left" >Denver, NC Man Charged By State Officials With Felony Insurance Fraud For Allegedly Lying About Damage To Vehicle</h4></div><div class="vc_custom_heading vc_gitem-post-data vc_gitem-post-data-source-post_excerpt" ><p style="text-align: left" ><p>North Carolina Insurance Commissioner Mike Causey Thursday announced the arrest of 52-year-old Donald Edward Johnson, Jr. of St. James Church Road in Denver, NC. Johnson is charged with one count&hellip;</p> </p></div><div class="vc_btn3-container vc_btn3-left"><a class="vc_general vc_btn3 vc_btn3-size-md vc_btn3-shape-rounded vc_btn3-style-flat vc_btn3-color-juicy-pink" a href="https://whky.com/denver-nc-man-charged-by-state-officials-with-felony-insurance-fraud-for-allegedly-lying-about-damage-to-vehicle/" class="vc_gitem-link vc_general vc_btn3 vc_general vc_btn3 vc_btn3-size-md vc_btn3-shape-rounded vc_btn3-style-flat vc_btn3-color-juicy-pink" title="Read more">Read more</a></div></div></div></div></div></div><div class="vc_clearfix"></div></div><div class="vc_grid-item vc_clearfix vc_col-sm-3 vc_grid-item-zone-c-bottom"><div class="vc_grid-item-mini vc_clearfix "><div class="vc_gitem-animated-block" ><div class="vc_gitem-zone vc_gitem-zone-a vc-gitem-zone-height-mode-auto vc-gitem-zone-height-mode-auto-1-1 vc_gitem-is-link" style="background-image: url('https://whky.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/06/IMG_0389-1024x1024.jpeg') !important;"><a href="https://whky.com/roads-flooded-in-northern-caldwell-county/" title="Roads Flooded In Northern Caldwell County" class="vc_gitem-link vc-zone-link" ></a><img class="vc_gitem-zone-img" src="https://whky.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/06/IMG_0389-1024x1024.jpeg" alt="Roads Flooded In Northern Caldwell County" loading="lazy"><div class="vc_gitem-zone-mini"></div></div></div><div class="vc_gitem-zone vc_gitem-zone-c vc_custom_1419240516480"><div class="vc_gitem-zone-mini"><div class="vc_gitem_row vc_row vc_gitem-row-position-top"><div class="vc_col-sm-12 vc_gitem-col vc_gitem-col-align-"><div class="vc_custom_heading vc_gitem-post-data vc_gitem-post-data-source-post_title" ><h4 style="text-align: left" >Roads Flooded In Northern Caldwell County</h4></div><div class="vc_custom_heading vc_gitem-post-data vc_gitem-post-data-source-post_excerpt" ><p style="text-align: left" ><p>The Caldwell County Sheriff’s Office warns those traveling in northern Caldwell County that some roads were flooded in storms earlier today (June 19). The Sheriff’s Office is urging drivers to&hellip;</p> </p></div><div class="vc_btn3-container vc_btn3-left"><a class="vc_general vc_btn3 vc_btn3-size-md vc_btn3-shape-rounded vc_btn3-style-flat vc_btn3-color-juicy-pink" a href="https://whky.com/roads-flooded-in-northern-caldwell-county/" class="vc_gitem-link vc_general vc_btn3 vc_general vc_btn3 vc_btn3-size-md vc_btn3-shape-rounded vc_btn3-style-flat vc_btn3-color-juicy-pink" title="Read more">Read more</a></div></div></div></div></div></div><div class="vc_clearfix"></div></div><div class="vc_grid-item vc_clearfix vc_col-sm-3 vc_grid-item-zone-c-bottom"><div class="vc_grid-item-mini vc_clearfix "><div class="vc_gitem-animated-block" ><div class="vc_gitem-zone vc_gitem-zone-a vc-gitem-zone-height-mode-auto vc-gitem-zone-height-mode-auto-1-1 vc_gitem-is-link" style="background-image: url('https://whky.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/06/Carolina-Summer-Show-061925.jpg') !important;"><a href="https://whky.com/carolina-summer-show-this-friday-saturday-in-valdese/" title="Carolina Summer Show this Friday &#038; Saturday in Valdese" class="vc_gitem-link vc-zone-link" ></a><img class="vc_gitem-zone-img" src="https://whky.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/06/Carolina-Summer-Show-061925.jpg" alt="Carolina Summer Show this Friday & Saturday in Valdese" loading="lazy"><div class="vc_gitem-zone-mini"></div></div></div><div class="vc_gitem-zone vc_gitem-zone-c vc_custom_1419240516480"><div class="vc_gitem-zone-mini"><div class="vc_gitem_row vc_row vc_gitem-row-position-top"><div class="vc_col-sm-12 vc_gitem-col vc_gitem-col-align-"><div class="vc_custom_heading vc_gitem-post-data vc_gitem-post-data-source-post_title" ><h4 style="text-align: left" >Carolina Summer Show this Friday &#038; Saturday in Valdese</h4></div><div class="vc_custom_heading vc_gitem-post-data vc_gitem-post-data-source-post_excerpt" ><p style="text-align: left" ><p>The Carolina Summer Show will take place this weekend in Valdese. From the producers of the Carolina Christmas Show, the Summer Show features live music, dance, and comedy. Performers from&hellip;</p> </p></div><div class="vc_btn3-container vc_btn3-left"><a class="vc_general vc_btn3 vc_btn3-size-md vc_btn3-shape-rounded vc_btn3-style-flat vc_btn3-color-juicy-pink" a href="https://whky.com/carolina-summer-show-this-friday-saturday-in-valdese/" class="vc_gitem-link vc_general vc_btn3 vc_general vc_btn3 vc_btn3-size-md vc_btn3-shape-rounded vc_btn3-style-flat vc_btn3-color-juicy-pink" title="Read more">Read more</a></div></div></div></div></div></div><div class="vc_clearfix"></div></div><div class="vc_grid-item vc_clearfix vc_col-sm-3 vc_grid-item-zone-c-bottom"><div class="vc_grid-item-mini vc_clearfix "><div class="vc_gitem-animated-block" ><div class="vc_gitem-zone vc_gitem-zone-a vc-gitem-zone-height-mode-auto vc-gitem-zone-height-mode-auto-1-1 vc_gitem-is-link" style="background-image: url('https://whky.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/03/23AndMe-Logo-032625.jpg') !important;"><a href="https://whky.com/lawsuit-filed-by-n-c-attorney-general-against-23andme/" title="Lawsuit Filed By N.C. Attorney General Against 23andMe" class="vc_gitem-link vc-zone-link" ></a><img class="vc_gitem-zone-img" src="https://whky.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/03/23AndMe-Logo-032625.jpg" alt="Lawsuit Filed By N.C. Attorney General Against 23andMe" loading="lazy"><div class="vc_gitem-zone-mini"></div></div></div><div class="vc_gitem-zone vc_gitem-zone-c vc_custom_1419240516480"><div class="vc_gitem-zone-mini"><div class="vc_gitem_row vc_row vc_gitem-row-position-top"><div class="vc_col-sm-12 vc_gitem-col vc_gitem-col-align-"><div class="vc_custom_heading vc_gitem-post-data vc_gitem-post-data-source-post_title" ><h4 style="text-align: left" >Lawsuit Filed By N.C. Attorney General Against 23andMe</h4></div><div class="vc_custom_heading vc_gitem-post-data vc_gitem-post-data-source-post_excerpt" ><p style="text-align: left" ><p>Attorney General Jeff Jackson filed a lawsuit in bankruptcy court against 23andMe to protect North Carolinians’ private genetic data from being sold without consent during the company’s bankruptcy proceedings. 23andMe&hellip;</p> </p></div><div class="vc_btn3-container vc_btn3-left"><a class="vc_general vc_btn3 vc_btn3-size-md vc_btn3-shape-rounded vc_btn3-style-flat vc_btn3-color-juicy-pink" a href="https://whky.com/lawsuit-filed-by-n-c-attorney-general-against-23andme/" class="vc_gitem-link vc_general vc_btn3 vc_general vc_btn3 vc_btn3-size-md vc_btn3-shape-rounded vc_btn3-style-flat vc_btn3-color-juicy-pink" title="Read more">Read more</a></div></div></div></div></div></div><div class="vc_clearfix"></div></div><div class="vc_grid-item vc_clearfix vc_col-sm-3 vc_grid-item-zone-c-bottom"><div class="vc_grid-item-mini vc_clearfix "><div class="vc_gitem-animated-block" ><div class="vc_gitem-zone vc_gitem-zone-a vc-gitem-zone-height-mode-auto vc-gitem-zone-height-mode-auto-1-1 vc_gitem-is-link" style="background-image: url('https://whky.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/07/NCDHHS-Logo-071624.jpg') !important;"><a href="https://whky.com/ncdhhs-lauches-child-welfare-services-information-system/" title="NCDHHS Lauches Child Welfare Services Information System" class="vc_gitem-link vc-zone-link" ></a><img class="vc_gitem-zone-img" src="https://whky.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/07/NCDHHS-Logo-071624.jpg" alt="NCDHHS Lauches Child Welfare Services Information System" loading="lazy"><div class="vc_gitem-zone-mini"></div></div></div><div class="vc_gitem-zone vc_gitem-zone-c vc_custom_1419240516480"><div class="vc_gitem-zone-mini"><div class="vc_gitem_row vc_row vc_gitem-row-position-top"><div class="vc_col-sm-12 vc_gitem-col vc_gitem-col-align-"><div class="vc_custom_heading vc_gitem-post-data vc_gitem-post-data-source-post_title" ><h4 style="text-align: left" >NCDHHS Lauches Child Welfare Services Information System</h4></div><div class="vc_custom_heading vc_gitem-post-data vc_gitem-post-data-source-post_excerpt" ><p style="text-align: left" ><p>The North Carolina Department of Health and Human Services Wednesday (June 18) announced the launch of PATH NC (Partnership and Technology Hub for North Carolina), a new statewide information system&hellip;</p> </p></div><div class="vc_btn3-container vc_btn3-left"><a class="vc_general vc_btn3 vc_btn3-size-md vc_btn3-shape-rounded vc_btn3-style-flat vc_btn3-color-juicy-pink" a href="https://whky.com/ncdhhs-lauches-child-welfare-services-information-system/" class="vc_gitem-link vc_general vc_btn3 vc_general vc_btn3 vc_btn3-size-md vc_btn3-shape-rounded vc_btn3-style-flat vc_btn3-color-juicy-pink" title="Read more">Read more</a></div></div></div></div></div></div><div class="vc_clearfix"></div></div><div class="vc_grid-item vc_clearfix vc_col-sm-3 vc_grid-item-zone-c-bottom"><div class="vc_grid-item-mini vc_clearfix "><div class="vc_gitem-animated-block" ><div class="vc_gitem-zone vc_gitem-zone-a vc-gitem-zone-height-mode-auto vc-gitem-zone-height-mode-auto-1-1 vc_gitem-is-link" style="background-image: url('https://whky.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/06/Facebook-Meta-Pic-061925.jpg') !important;"><a href="https://whky.com/n-c-attorney-general-warns-of-facebook-related-scam/" title="N.C. Attorney General Warns Of Facebook Related Scam" class="vc_gitem-link vc-zone-link" ></a><img class="vc_gitem-zone-img" src="https://whky.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/06/Facebook-Meta-Pic-061925.jpg" alt="N.C. Attorney General Warns Of Facebook Related Scam" loading="lazy"><div class="vc_gitem-zone-mini"></div></div></div><div class="vc_gitem-zone vc_gitem-zone-c vc_custom_1419240516480"><div class="vc_gitem-zone-mini"><div class="vc_gitem_row vc_row vc_gitem-row-position-top"><div class="vc_col-sm-12 vc_gitem-col vc_gitem-col-align-"><div class="vc_custom_heading vc_gitem-post-data vc_gitem-post-data-source-post_title" ><h4 style="text-align: left" >N.C. Attorney General Warns Of Facebook Related Scam</h4></div><div class="vc_custom_heading vc_gitem-post-data vc_gitem-post-data-source-post_excerpt" ><p style="text-align: left" ><p>Attorney General Jeff Jackson and 41 bipartisan attorneys general are urging Meta to crack down on deceptive Facebook ads luring users into so-called “pump-and-dump” investment schemes and conning them out&hellip;</p> </p></div><div class="vc_btn3-container vc_btn3-left"><a class="vc_general vc_btn3 vc_btn3-size-md vc_btn3-shape-rounded vc_btn3-style-flat vc_btn3-color-juicy-pink" a href="https://whky.com/n-c-attorney-general-warns-of-facebook-related-scam/" class="vc_gitem-link vc_general vc_btn3 vc_general vc_btn3 vc_btn3-size-md vc_btn3-shape-rounded vc_btn3-style-flat vc_btn3-color-juicy-pink" title="Read more">Read more</a></div></div></div></div></div></div><div class="vc_clearfix"></div></div><div class="vc_grid-item vc_clearfix vc_col-sm-3 vc_grid-item-zone-c-bottom"><div class="vc_grid-item-mini vc_clearfix "><div class="vc_gitem-animated-block" ><div class="vc_gitem-zone vc_gitem-zone-a vc-gitem-zone-height-mode-auto vc-gitem-zone-height-mode-auto-1-1 vc_gitem-is-link" style="background-image: url('https://whky.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/06/Jerrod-Sherone-0061825.jpg') !important;"><a href="https://whky.com/suspect-arrested-in-connection-with-tuesday-incident-in-lincolnton/" title="Suspect Arrested in Connection with Tuesday Incident in Lincolnton" class="vc_gitem-link vc-zone-link" ></a><img class="vc_gitem-zone-img" src="https://whky.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/06/Jerrod-Sherone-0061825.jpg" alt="Suspect Arrested in Connection with Tuesday Incident in Lincolnton" loading="lazy"><div class="vc_gitem-zone-mini"></div></div></div><div class="vc_gitem-zone vc_gitem-zone-c vc_custom_1419240516480"><div class="vc_gitem-zone-mini"><div class="vc_gitem_row vc_row vc_gitem-row-position-top"><div class="vc_col-sm-12 vc_gitem-col vc_gitem-col-align-"><div class="vc_custom_heading vc_gitem-post-data vc_gitem-post-data-source-post_title" ><h4 style="text-align: left" >Suspect Arrested in Connection with Tuesday Incident in Lincolnton</h4></div><div class="vc_custom_heading vc_gitem-post-data vc_gitem-post-data-source-post_excerpt" ><p style="text-align: left" ><p>Jerrod Sherone Moore of Iron Station has been arrested in connection with an incident yesterday (June 17) in Lincolnton. He was charged with possession of a firearm by a convicted&hellip;</p> </p></div><div class="vc_btn3-container vc_btn3-left"><a class="vc_general vc_btn3 vc_btn3-size-md vc_btn3-shape-rounded vc_btn3-style-flat vc_btn3-color-juicy-pink" a href="https://whky.com/suspect-arrested-in-connection-with-tuesday-incident-in-lincolnton/" class="vc_gitem-link vc_general vc_btn3 vc_general vc_btn3 vc_btn3-size-md vc_btn3-shape-rounded vc_btn3-style-flat vc_btn3-color-juicy-pink" title="Read more">Read more</a></div></div></div></div></div></div><div class="vc_clearfix"></div></div><div class="vc_grid-item vc_clearfix vc_col-sm-3 vc_grid-item-zone-c-bottom"><div class="vc_grid-item-mini vc_clearfix "><div class="vc_gitem-animated-block" ><div class="vc_gitem-zone vc_gitem-zone-a vc-gitem-zone-height-mode-auto vc-gitem-zone-height-mode-auto-1-1 vc_gitem-is-link" style="background-image: url('https://whky.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/06/Hickory-Summer-Fair-1024x1024.jpg') !important;"><a href="https://whky.com/summer-fair-at-hickory-motor-speedway-opens-thursday/" title="Summer Fair at Hickory Motor Speedway Opens Thursday" class="vc_gitem-link vc-zone-link" ></a><img class="vc_gitem-zone-img" src="https://whky.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/06/Hickory-Summer-Fair-1024x1024.jpg" alt="Summer Fair at Hickory Motor Speedway Opens Thursday" loading="lazy"><div class="vc_gitem-zone-mini"></div></div></div><div class="vc_gitem-zone vc_gitem-zone-c vc_custom_1419240516480"><div class="vc_gitem-zone-mini"><div class="vc_gitem_row vc_row vc_gitem-row-position-top"><div class="vc_col-sm-12 vc_gitem-col vc_gitem-col-align-"><div class="vc_custom_heading vc_gitem-post-data vc_gitem-post-data-source-post_title" ><h4 style="text-align: left" >Summer Fair at Hickory Motor Speedway Opens Thursday</h4></div><div class="vc_custom_heading vc_gitem-post-data vc_gitem-post-data-source-post_excerpt" ><p style="text-align: left" ><p>The sights, sounds, and thrills of the classic American carnival are rolling into town as James E. Strates Shows, one of North America’s premier outdoor amusement providers, proudly presents the&hellip;</p> </p></div><div class="vc_btn3-container vc_btn3-left"><a class="vc_general vc_btn3 vc_btn3-size-md vc_btn3-shape-rounded vc_btn3-style-flat vc_btn3-color-juicy-pink" a href="https://whky.com/summer-fair-at-hickory-motor-speedway-opens-thursday/" class="vc_gitem-link vc_general vc_btn3 vc_general vc_btn3 vc_btn3-size-md vc_btn3-shape-rounded vc_btn3-style-flat vc_btn3-color-juicy-pink" title="Read more">Read more</a></div></div></div></div></div></div><div class="vc_clearfix"></div></div><div class="vc_grid-item vc_clearfix vc_col-sm-3 vc_grid-item-zone-c-bottom"><div class="vc_grid-item-mini vc_clearfix "><div class="vc_gitem-animated-block" ><div class="vc_gitem-zone vc_gitem-zone-a vc-gitem-zone-height-mode-auto vc-gitem-zone-height-mode-auto-1-1 vc_gitem-is-link" style="background-image: url('https://whky.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/06/Kincaid-Charles-Rodell-III-061825.jpg') !important;"><a href="https://whky.com/suspect-in-mass-shooting-who-reportedly-drove-getaway-vehicle-appears-in-court/" title="Suspect In Mass Shooting Who Allegedly Drove Getaway Vehicle Appears In Court" class="vc_gitem-link vc-zone-link" ></a><img class="vc_gitem-zone-img" src="https://whky.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/06/Kincaid-Charles-Rodell-III-061825.jpg" alt="Suspect In Mass Shooting Who Allegedly Drove Getaway Vehicle Appears In Court" loading="lazy"><div class="vc_gitem-zone-mini"></div></div></div><div class="vc_gitem-zone vc_gitem-zone-c vc_custom_1419240516480"><div class="vc_gitem-zone-mini"><div class="vc_gitem_row vc_row vc_gitem-row-position-top"><div class="vc_col-sm-12 vc_gitem-col vc_gitem-col-align-"><div class="vc_custom_heading vc_gitem-post-data vc_gitem-post-data-source-post_title" ><h4 style="text-align: left" >Suspect In Mass Shooting Who Allegedly Drove Getaway Vehicle Appears In Court</h4></div><div class="vc_custom_heading vc_gitem-post-data vc_gitem-post-data-source-post_excerpt" ><p style="text-align: left" ><p>A Burke County man arrested last week in connection to a mass shooting on June 1 in Mountain View made a court appearance on Tuesday (June 17) in Newton. 27-year-old&hellip;</p> </p></div><div class="vc_btn3-container vc_btn3-left"><a class="vc_general vc_btn3 vc_btn3-size-md vc_btn3-shape-rounded vc_btn3-style-flat vc_btn3-color-juicy-pink" a href="https://whky.com/suspect-in-mass-shooting-who-reportedly-drove-getaway-vehicle-appears-in-court/" class="vc_gitem-link vc_general vc_btn3 vc_general vc_btn3 vc_btn3-size-md vc_btn3-shape-rounded vc_btn3-style-flat vc_btn3-color-juicy-pink" title="Read more">Read more</a></div></div></div></div></div></div><div class="vc_clearfix"></div></div><div class="vc_grid-item vc_clearfix vc_col-sm-3 vc_grid-item-zone-c-bottom"><div class="vc_grid-item-mini vc_clearfix "><div class="vc_gitem-animated-block" ><div class="vc_gitem-zone vc_gitem-zone-a vc-gitem-zone-height-mode-auto vc-gitem-zone-height-mode-auto-1-1 vc_gitem-is-link" style="background-image: url('https://whky.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/10/Catawba-County-New-Logo-031919.jpg') !important;"><a href="https://whky.com/catawba-county-commissioners-meet-approve-multiple-items/" title="Catawba County Commissioners Meet, Approve Multiple Items" class="vc_gitem-link vc-zone-link" ></a><img class="vc_gitem-zone-img" src="https://whky.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/10/Catawba-County-New-Logo-031919.jpg" alt="Catawba County Commissioners Meet, Approve Multiple Items" loading="lazy"><div class="vc_gitem-zone-mini"></div></div></div><div class="vc_gitem-zone vc_gitem-zone-c vc_custom_1419240516480"><div class="vc_gitem-zone-mini"><div class="vc_gitem_row vc_row vc_gitem-row-position-top"><div class="vc_col-sm-12 vc_gitem-col vc_gitem-col-align-"><div class="vc_custom_heading vc_gitem-post-data vc_gitem-post-data-source-post_title" ><h4 style="text-align: left" >Catawba County Commissioners Meet, Approve Multiple Items</h4></div><div class="vc_custom_heading vc_gitem-post-data vc_gitem-post-data-source-post_excerpt" ><p style="text-align: left" ><p>The Catawba County Board of Commissioners met in regular session Monday (June 16). A public hearing was held to consider an application to rezone three parcels totaling 9.35 acres owned&hellip;</p> </p></div><div class="vc_btn3-container vc_btn3-left"><a class="vc_general vc_btn3 vc_btn3-size-md vc_btn3-shape-rounded vc_btn3-style-flat vc_btn3-color-juicy-pink" a href="https://whky.com/catawba-county-commissioners-meet-approve-multiple-items/" class="vc_gitem-link vc_general vc_btn3 vc_general vc_btn3 vc_btn3-size-md vc_btn3-shape-rounded vc_btn3-style-flat vc_btn3-color-juicy-pink" title="Read more">Read more</a></div></div></div></div></div></div><div class="vc_clearfix"></div></div><div class="vc_grid-item vc_clearfix vc_col-sm-3 vc_grid-item-zone-c-bottom"><div class="vc_grid-item-mini vc_clearfix "><div class="vc_gitem-animated-block" ><div class="vc_gitem-zone vc_gitem-zone-a vc-gitem-zone-height-mode-auto vc-gitem-zone-height-mode-auto-1-1 vc_gitem-is-link" style="background-image: url('https://whky.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/07/NCDOT-073021.jpg') !important;"><a href="https://whky.com/ncdot-issues-advisory-regarding-roadway-in-blowing-rock/" title="NCDOT Issues Advisory Regarding Roadway In Blowing Rock" class="vc_gitem-link vc-zone-link" ></a><img class="vc_gitem-zone-img" src="https://whky.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/07/NCDOT-073021.jpg" alt="NCDOT Issues Advisory Regarding Roadway In Blowing Rock" loading="lazy"><div class="vc_gitem-zone-mini"></div></div></div><div class="vc_gitem-zone vc_gitem-zone-c vc_custom_1419240516480"><div class="vc_gitem-zone-mini"><div class="vc_gitem_row vc_row vc_gitem-row-position-top"><div class="vc_col-sm-12 vc_gitem-col vc_gitem-col-align-"><div class="vc_custom_heading vc_gitem-post-data vc_gitem-post-data-source-post_title" ><h4 style="text-align: left" >NCDOT Issues Advisory Regarding Roadway In Blowing Rock</h4></div><div class="vc_custom_heading vc_gitem-post-data vc_gitem-post-data-source-post_excerpt" ><p style="text-align: left" ><p>According to the North Carolina Department of Transportation (NCDOT), only local traffic should use Payne Branch Road in Blowing Rock while an NCDOT contractor improves the road. Crews have started&hellip;</p> </p></div><div class="vc_btn3-container vc_btn3-left"><a class="vc_general vc_btn3 vc_btn3-size-md vc_btn3-shape-rounded vc_btn3-style-flat vc_btn3-color-juicy-pink" a href="https://whky.com/ncdot-issues-advisory-regarding-roadway-in-blowing-rock/" class="vc_gitem-link vc_general vc_btn3 vc_general vc_btn3 vc_btn3-size-md vc_btn3-shape-rounded vc_btn3-style-flat vc_btn3-color-juicy-pink" title="Read more">Read more</a></div></div></div></div></div></div><div class="vc_clearfix"></div></div><div class="vc_grid-item vc_clearfix vc_col-sm-3 vc_grid-item-zone-c-bottom"><div class="vc_grid-item-mini vc_clearfix "><div class="vc_gitem-animated-block" ><div class="vc_gitem-zone vc_gitem-zone-a vc-gitem-zone-height-mode-auto vc-gitem-zone-height-mode-auto-1-1 vc_gitem-is-link" style="background-image: url('https://whky.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/06/IMG_0351-921x1024.jpeg') !important;"><a href="https://whky.com/hickory-city-council-meets-recognizes-outgoing-police-chief/" title="Hickory City Council Meets, Recognizes Outgoing Police Chief" class="vc_gitem-link vc-zone-link" ></a><img class="vc_gitem-zone-img" src="https://whky.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/06/IMG_0351-921x1024.jpeg" alt="Hickory City Council Meets, Recognizes Outgoing Police Chief" loading="lazy"><div class="vc_gitem-zone-mini"></div></div></div><div class="vc_gitem-zone vc_gitem-zone-c vc_custom_1419240516480"><div class="vc_gitem-zone-mini"><div class="vc_gitem_row vc_row vc_gitem-row-position-top"><div class="vc_col-sm-12 vc_gitem-col vc_gitem-col-align-"><div class="vc_custom_heading vc_gitem-post-data vc_gitem-post-data-source-post_title" ><h4 style="text-align: left" >Hickory City Council Meets, Recognizes Outgoing Police Chief</h4></div><div class="vc_custom_heading vc_gitem-post-data vc_gitem-post-data-source-post_excerpt" ><p style="text-align: left" ><p>Hickory City Council met in regular session Tuesday (June 17). Council recognized retiring Hickory Police Chief Reed Baer and thanked him for 30 years of dedicated service. Council was given&hellip;</p> </p></div><div class="vc_btn3-container vc_btn3-left"><a class="vc_general vc_btn3 vc_btn3-size-md vc_btn3-shape-rounded vc_btn3-style-flat vc_btn3-color-juicy-pink" a href="https://whky.com/hickory-city-council-meets-recognizes-outgoing-police-chief/" class="vc_gitem-link vc_general vc_btn3 vc_general vc_btn3 vc_btn3-size-md vc_btn3-shape-rounded vc_btn3-style-flat vc_btn3-color-juicy-pink" title="Read more">Read more</a></div></div></div></div></div></div><div class="vc_clearfix"></div></div><div class="vc_grid-item vc_clearfix vc_col-sm-3 vc_grid-item-zone-c-bottom"><div class="vc_grid-item-mini vc_clearfix "><div class="vc_gitem-animated-block" ><div class="vc_gitem-zone vc_gitem-zone-a vc-gitem-zone-height-mode-auto vc-gitem-zone-height-mode-auto-1-1 vc_gitem-is-link" style="background-image: url('https://whky.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/02/Alexander-Co-Schools-logo021424.gif.jpg') !important;"><a href="https://whky.com/alexander-county-to-redraw-school-board-voting-districts/" title="Alexander County to Redraw School Board Voting Districts" class="vc_gitem-link vc-zone-link" ></a><img class="vc_gitem-zone-img" src="https://whky.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/02/Alexander-Co-Schools-logo021424.gif.jpg" alt="Alexander County to Redraw School Board Voting Districts" loading="lazy"><div class="vc_gitem-zone-mini"></div></div></div><div class="vc_gitem-zone vc_gitem-zone-c vc_custom_1419240516480"><div class="vc_gitem-zone-mini"><div class="vc_gitem_row vc_row vc_gitem-row-position-top"><div class="vc_col-sm-12 vc_gitem-col vc_gitem-col-align-"><div class="vc_custom_heading vc_gitem-post-data vc_gitem-post-data-source-post_title" ><h4 style="text-align: left" >Alexander County to Redraw School Board Voting Districts</h4></div><div class="vc_custom_heading vc_gitem-post-data vc_gitem-post-data-source-post_excerpt" ><p style="text-align: left" ><p>According to a statement released by Dr. Denita Dowell-Reavis, at its regularly scheduled meeting yesterday (June 16), the Alexander County Board of Education heard from Taylor Dellinger with the Western&hellip;</p> </p></div><div class="vc_btn3-container vc_btn3-left"><a class="vc_general vc_btn3 vc_btn3-size-md vc_btn3-shape-rounded vc_btn3-style-flat vc_btn3-color-juicy-pink" a href="https://whky.com/alexander-county-to-redraw-school-board-voting-districts/" class="vc_gitem-link vc_general vc_btn3 vc_general vc_btn3 vc_btn3-size-md vc_btn3-shape-rounded vc_btn3-style-flat vc_btn3-color-juicy-pink" title="Read more">Read more</a></div></div></div></div></div></div><div class="vc_clearfix"></div></div><div class="vc_grid-item vc_clearfix vc_col-sm-3 vc_grid-item-zone-c-bottom"><div class="vc_grid-item-mini vc_clearfix "><div class="vc_gitem-animated-block" ><div class="vc_gitem-zone vc_gitem-zone-a vc-gitem-zone-height-mode-auto vc-gitem-zone-height-mode-auto-1-1 vc_gitem-is-link" style="background-image: url('https://whky.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/06/Wilshire-Michelle-061725.jpg') !important;"><a href="https://whky.com/hickory-woman-sentenced-for-embezzling-from-employer/" title="Hickory Woman Sentenced for Embezzling from Employer" class="vc_gitem-link vc-zone-link" ></a><img class="vc_gitem-zone-img" src="https://whky.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/06/Wilshire-Michelle-061725.jpg" alt="Hickory Woman Sentenced for Embezzling from Employer" loading="lazy"><div class="vc_gitem-zone-mini"></div></div></div><div class="vc_gitem-zone vc_gitem-zone-c vc_custom_1419240516480"><div class="vc_gitem-zone-mini"><div class="vc_gitem_row vc_row vc_gitem-row-position-top"><div class="vc_col-sm-12 vc_gitem-col vc_gitem-col-align-"><div class="vc_custom_heading vc_gitem-post-data vc_gitem-post-data-source-post_title" ><h4 style="text-align: left" >Hickory Woman Sentenced for Embezzling from Employer</h4></div><div class="vc_custom_heading vc_gitem-post-data vc_gitem-post-data-source-post_excerpt" ><p style="text-align: left" ><p>50-year-old Michelle Wilshire of Hickory was sentenced today (June 17) to 46 months in prison followed by two years of supervised release for embezzling more than $900,000 from her employer.&hellip;</p> </p></div><div class="vc_btn3-container vc_btn3-left"><a class="vc_general vc_btn3 vc_btn3-size-md vc_btn3-shape-rounded vc_btn3-style-flat vc_btn3-color-juicy-pink" a href="https://whky.com/hickory-woman-sentenced-for-embezzling-from-employer/" class="vc_gitem-link vc_general vc_btn3 vc_general vc_btn3 vc_btn3-size-md vc_btn3-shape-rounded vc_btn3-style-flat vc_btn3-color-juicy-pink" title="Read more">Read more</a></div></div></div></div></div></div><div class="vc_clearfix"></div></div><div class="vc_grid-item vc_clearfix vc_col-sm-3 vc_grid-item-zone-c-bottom"><div class="vc_grid-item-mini vc_clearfix "><div class="vc_gitem-animated-block" ><div class="vc_gitem-zone vc_gitem-zone-a vc-gitem-zone-height-mode-auto vc-gitem-zone-height-mode-auto-1-1 vc_gitem-is-link" style="background-image: url('https://whky.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/06/Lincolnton-PD-Badge-061725.gif.jpg') !important;"><a href="https://whky.com/lockdown-in-downtown-lincolnton/" title="Lockdown in Downtown Lincolnton" class="vc_gitem-link vc-zone-link" ></a><img class="vc_gitem-zone-img" src="https://whky.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/06/Lincolnton-PD-Badge-061725.gif.jpg" alt="Lockdown in Downtown Lincolnton" loading="lazy"><div class="vc_gitem-zone-mini"></div></div></div><div class="vc_gitem-zone vc_gitem-zone-c vc_custom_1419240516480"><div class="vc_gitem-zone-mini"><div class="vc_gitem_row vc_row vc_gitem-row-position-top"><div class="vc_col-sm-12 vc_gitem-col vc_gitem-col-align-"><div class="vc_custom_heading vc_gitem-post-data vc_gitem-post-data-source-post_title" ><h4 style="text-align: left" >Lockdown in Downtown Lincolnton</h4></div><div class="vc_custom_heading vc_gitem-post-data vc_gitem-post-data-source-post_excerpt" ><p style="text-align: left" ><p>According to the Lincolnton Police Department, all city administrative buildings have been placed on a precautionary lockdown today (June 17). A spokesperson for the Police Department says there is no&hellip;</p> </p></div><div class="vc_btn3-container vc_btn3-left"><a class="vc_general vc_btn3 vc_btn3-size-md vc_btn3-shape-rounded vc_btn3-style-flat vc_btn3-color-juicy-pink" a href="https://whky.com/lockdown-in-downtown-lincolnton/" class="vc_gitem-link vc_general vc_btn3 vc_general vc_btn3 vc_btn3-size-md vc_btn3-shape-rounded vc_btn3-style-flat vc_btn3-color-juicy-pink" title="Read more">Read more</a></div></div></div></div></div></div><div class="vc_clearfix"></div></div><div class="vc_grid-item vc_clearfix vc_col-sm-3 vc_grid-item-zone-c-bottom"><div class="vc_grid-item-mini vc_clearfix "><div class="vc_gitem-animated-block" ><div class="vc_gitem-zone vc_gitem-zone-a vc-gitem-zone-height-mode-auto vc-gitem-zone-height-mode-auto-1-1 vc_gitem-is-link" style="background-image: url('https://whky.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/09/Iredell-County-Sheriffs-Office-New-Badge-022420.jpg') !important;"><a href="https://whky.com/update-released-on-drowning-catawba-county-man-identified-as-victim/" title="Update Released On Drowning, Catawba County Man Identified As Victim" class="vc_gitem-link vc-zone-link" ></a><img class="vc_gitem-zone-img" src="https://whky.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/09/Iredell-County-Sheriffs-Office-New-Badge-022420.jpg" alt="Update Released On Drowning, Catawba County Man Identified As Victim" loading="lazy"><div class="vc_gitem-zone-mini"></div></div></div><div class="vc_gitem-zone vc_gitem-zone-c vc_custom_1419240516480"><div class="vc_gitem-zone-mini"><div class="vc_gitem_row vc_row vc_gitem-row-position-top"><div class="vc_col-sm-12 vc_gitem-col vc_gitem-col-align-"><div class="vc_custom_heading vc_gitem-post-data vc_gitem-post-data-source-post_title" ><h4 style="text-align: left" >Update Released On Drowning, Catawba County Man Identified As Victim</h4></div><div class="vc_custom_heading vc_gitem-post-data vc_gitem-post-data-source-post_excerpt" ><p style="text-align: left" ><p>The Iredell County Sheriff&#8217;s Office has released an update on a drowing that occurred Saturday (June 14) on Lake Norman. The deceased man has been identified as 63-year-old Charles William&hellip;</p> </p></div><div class="vc_btn3-container vc_btn3-left"><a class="vc_general vc_btn3 vc_btn3-size-md vc_btn3-shape-rounded vc_btn3-style-flat vc_btn3-color-juicy-pink" a href="https://whky.com/update-released-on-drowning-catawba-county-man-identified-as-victim/" class="vc_gitem-link vc_general vc_btn3 vc_general vc_btn3 vc_btn3-size-md vc_btn3-shape-rounded vc_btn3-style-flat vc_btn3-color-juicy-pink" title="Read more">Read more</a></div></div></div></div></div></div><div class="vc_clearfix"></div></div><div class="vc_grid-item vc_clearfix vc_col-sm-3 vc_grid-item-zone-c-bottom"><div class="vc_grid-item-mini vc_clearfix "><div class="vc_gitem-animated-block" ><div class="vc_gitem-zone vc_gitem-zone-a vc-gitem-zone-height-mode-auto vc-gitem-zone-height-mode-auto-1-1 vc_gitem-is-link" style="background-image: url('https://whky.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/06/Map-Photo-Hickory-Intersection-Closure-061725-1-1024x663.jpg') !important;"><a href="https://whky.com/hickory-intersection-to-be-closed-friday/" title="Hickory Intersection To Be Closed Friday" class="vc_gitem-link vc-zone-link" ></a><img class="vc_gitem-zone-img" src="https://whky.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/06/Map-Photo-Hickory-Intersection-Closure-061725-1-1024x663.jpg" alt="Hickory Intersection To Be Closed Friday" loading="lazy"><div class="vc_gitem-zone-mini"></div></div></div><div class="vc_gitem-zone vc_gitem-zone-c vc_custom_1419240516480"><div class="vc_gitem-zone-mini"><div class="vc_gitem_row vc_row vc_gitem-row-position-top"><div class="vc_col-sm-12 vc_gitem-col vc_gitem-col-align-"><div class="vc_custom_heading vc_gitem-post-data vc_gitem-post-data-source-post_title" ><h4 style="text-align: left" >Hickory Intersection To Be Closed Friday</h4></div><div class="vc_custom_heading vc_gitem-post-data vc_gitem-post-data-source-post_excerpt" ><p style="text-align: left" ><p>Beginning on Friday, June 20, the intersection of First Avenue SW and Third Street SW in Hickory will be closed for the replacement of a sanitary sewer manhole. Weather permitting,&hellip;</p> </p></div><div class="vc_btn3-container vc_btn3-left"><a class="vc_general vc_btn3 vc_btn3-size-md vc_btn3-shape-rounded vc_btn3-style-flat vc_btn3-color-juicy-pink" a href="https://whky.com/hickory-intersection-to-be-closed-friday/" class="vc_gitem-link vc_general vc_btn3 vc_general vc_btn3 vc_btn3-size-md vc_btn3-shape-rounded vc_btn3-style-flat vc_btn3-color-juicy-pink" title="Read more">Read more</a></div></div></div></div></div></div><div class="vc_clearfix"></div></div><div class="vc_grid-item vc_clearfix vc_col-sm-3 vc_grid-item-zone-c-bottom"><div class="vc_grid-item-mini vc_clearfix "><div class="vc_gitem-animated-block" ><div class="vc_gitem-zone vc_gitem-zone-a vc-gitem-zone-height-mode-auto vc-gitem-zone-height-mode-auto-1-1 vc_gitem-is-link" style="background-image: url('https://whky.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/06/RenewNC-Housing-Logo-061725.jpg') !important;"><a href="https://whky.com/governor-announces-new-program-to-repair-or-rebuild-western-nc-homes/" title="Governor Announces New Program To Repair Or Rebuild Western NC Homes" class="vc_gitem-link vc-zone-link" ></a><img class="vc_gitem-zone-img" src="https://whky.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/06/RenewNC-Housing-Logo-061725.jpg" alt="Governor Announces New Program To Repair Or Rebuild Western NC Homes" loading="lazy"><div class="vc_gitem-zone-mini"></div></div></div><div class="vc_gitem-zone vc_gitem-zone-c vc_custom_1419240516480"><div class="vc_gitem-zone-mini"><div class="vc_gitem_row vc_row vc_gitem-row-position-top"><div class="vc_col-sm-12 vc_gitem-col vc_gitem-col-align-"><div class="vc_custom_heading vc_gitem-post-data vc_gitem-post-data-source-post_title" ><h4 style="text-align: left" >Governor Announces New Program To Repair Or Rebuild Western NC Homes</h4></div><div class="vc_custom_heading vc_gitem-post-data vc_gitem-post-data-source-post_excerpt" ><p style="text-align: left" ><p>On Monday (June 16) Governor Josh Stein announced the state is accepting applications for a new program to repair or rebuild homes in western North Carolina that were damaged or&hellip;</p> </p></div><div class="vc_btn3-container vc_btn3-left"><a class="vc_general vc_btn3 vc_btn3-size-md vc_btn3-shape-rounded vc_btn3-style-flat vc_btn3-color-juicy-pink" a href="https://whky.com/governor-announces-new-program-to-repair-or-rebuild-western-nc-homes/" class="vc_gitem-link vc_general vc_btn3 vc_general vc_btn3 vc_btn3-size-md vc_btn3-shape-rounded vc_btn3-style-flat vc_btn3-color-juicy-pink" title="Read more">Read more</a></div></div></div></div></div></div><div class="vc_clearfix"></div></div><div class="vc_grid-item vc_clearfix vc_col-sm-3 vc_grid-item-zone-c-bottom"><div class="vc_grid-item-mini vc_clearfix "><div class="vc_gitem-animated-block" ><div class="vc_gitem-zone vc_gitem-zone-a vc-gitem-zone-height-mode-auto vc-gitem-zone-height-mode-auto-1-1 vc_gitem-is-link" style="background-image: url('https://whky.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/01/City-of-Newton-Larger-Logo-011421.jpg') !important;"><a href="https://whky.com/newton-offering-family-activities-this-summer/" title="Newton Offering Family Activities This Summer" class="vc_gitem-link vc-zone-link" ></a><img class="vc_gitem-zone-img" src="https://whky.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/01/City-of-Newton-Larger-Logo-011421.jpg" alt="Newton Offering Family Activities This Summer" loading="lazy"><div class="vc_gitem-zone-mini"></div></div></div><div class="vc_gitem-zone vc_gitem-zone-c vc_custom_1419240516480"><div class="vc_gitem-zone-mini"><div class="vc_gitem_row vc_row vc_gitem-row-position-top"><div class="vc_col-sm-12 vc_gitem-col vc_gitem-col-align-"><div class="vc_custom_heading vc_gitem-post-data vc_gitem-post-data-source-post_title" ><h4 style="text-align: left" >Newton Offering Family Activities This Summer</h4></div><div class="vc_custom_heading vc_gitem-post-data vc_gitem-post-data-source-post_excerpt" ><p style="text-align: left" ><p>The City of Newton Parks and Recreation Department has announced that they will be having free Movies in the Park series and a &#8220;Dive-In Movie&#8221; at the Newton Swimming Pool.&hellip;</p> </p></div><div class="vc_btn3-container vc_btn3-left"><a class="vc_general vc_btn3 vc_btn3-size-md vc_btn3-shape-rounded vc_btn3-style-flat vc_btn3-color-juicy-pink" a href="https://whky.com/newton-offering-family-activities-this-summer/" class="vc_gitem-link vc_general vc_btn3 vc_general vc_btn3 vc_btn3-size-md vc_btn3-shape-rounded vc_btn3-style-flat vc_btn3-color-juicy-pink" title="Read more">Read more</a></div></div></div></div></div></div><div class="vc_clearfix"></div></div><div class="vc_grid-item vc_clearfix vc_col-sm-3 vc_grid-item-zone-c-bottom"><div class="vc_grid-item-mini vc_clearfix "><div class="vc_gitem-animated-block" ><div class="vc_gitem-zone vc_gitem-zone-a vc-gitem-zone-height-mode-auto vc-gitem-zone-height-mode-auto-1-1 vc_gitem-is-link" style="background-image: url('https://whky.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/06/IMG_0339-1024x568.jpeg') !important;"><a href="https://whky.com/newton-conover-board-of-education-votes-on-resolution-opposing-merger-with-catawba-county-schools/" title="Newton-Conover Board Of Education Votes On Resolution Opposing Merger With Catawba County Schools" class="vc_gitem-link vc-zone-link" ></a><img class="vc_gitem-zone-img" src="https://whky.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/06/IMG_0339-1024x568.jpeg" alt="Newton-Conover Board Of Education Votes On Resolution Opposing Merger With Catawba County Schools" loading="lazy"><div class="vc_gitem-zone-mini"></div></div></div><div class="vc_gitem-zone vc_gitem-zone-c vc_custom_1419240516480"><div class="vc_gitem-zone-mini"><div class="vc_gitem_row vc_row vc_gitem-row-position-top"><div class="vc_col-sm-12 vc_gitem-col vc_gitem-col-align-"><div class="vc_custom_heading vc_gitem-post-data vc_gitem-post-data-source-post_title" ><h4 style="text-align: left" >Newton-Conover Board Of Education Votes On Resolution Opposing Merger With Catawba County Schools</h4></div><div class="vc_custom_heading vc_gitem-post-data vc_gitem-post-data-source-post_excerpt" ><p style="text-align: left" ><p>At their meeting Monday evening (June 16), the Newton-Conover Board of Education unanimously approved a resolution opposing a proposed merger with the Catawba County Schools. As WHKY previously reported, Catawba&hellip;</p> </p></div><div class="vc_btn3-container vc_btn3-left"><a class="vc_general vc_btn3 vc_btn3-size-md vc_btn3-shape-rounded vc_btn3-style-flat vc_btn3-color-juicy-pink" a href="https://whky.com/newton-conover-board-of-education-votes-on-resolution-opposing-merger-with-catawba-county-schools/" class="vc_gitem-link vc_general vc_btn3 vc_general vc_btn3 vc_btn3-size-md vc_btn3-shape-rounded vc_btn3-style-flat vc_btn3-color-juicy-pink" title="Read more">Read more</a></div></div></div></div></div></div><div class="vc_clearfix"></div></div><div class="vc_grid-item vc_clearfix vc_col-sm-3 vc_grid-item-zone-c-bottom"><div class="vc_grid-item-mini vc_clearfix "><div class="vc_gitem-animated-block" ><div class="vc_gitem-zone vc_gitem-zone-a vc-gitem-zone-height-mode-auto vc-gitem-zone-height-mode-auto-1-1 vc_gitem-is-link" style="background-image: url('https://whky.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/06/Peace-Pole-example-061625.jpg') !important;"><a href="https://whky.com/peace-pole-at-miracle-of-hickory-park-to-be-dedicated-june-27/" title="Peace Pole at Miracle of Hickory Park to be Dedicated June 27" class="vc_gitem-link vc-zone-link" ></a><img class="vc_gitem-zone-img" src="https://whky.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/06/Peace-Pole-example-061625.jpg" alt="Peace Pole at Miracle of Hickory Park to be Dedicated June 27" loading="lazy"><div class="vc_gitem-zone-mini"></div></div></div><div class="vc_gitem-zone vc_gitem-zone-c vc_custom_1419240516480"><div class="vc_gitem-zone-mini"><div class="vc_gitem_row vc_row vc_gitem-row-position-top"><div class="vc_col-sm-12 vc_gitem-col vc_gitem-col-align-"><div class="vc_custom_heading vc_gitem-post-data vc_gitem-post-data-source-post_title" ><h4 style="text-align: left" >Peace Pole at Miracle of Hickory Park to be Dedicated June 27</h4></div><div class="vc_custom_heading vc_gitem-post-data vc_gitem-post-data-source-post_excerpt" ><p style="text-align: left" ><p>The Rotary Club of Hickory, in partnership with the City of Hickory, will dedicate a Peace Pole at Miracle of Hickory Park at 10 a.m. Friday, June 27. The event&hellip;</p> </p></div><div class="vc_btn3-container vc_btn3-left"><a class="vc_general vc_btn3 vc_btn3-size-md vc_btn3-shape-rounded vc_btn3-style-flat vc_btn3-color-juicy-pink" a href="https://whky.com/peace-pole-at-miracle-of-hickory-park-to-be-dedicated-june-27/" class="vc_gitem-link vc_general vc_btn3 vc_general vc_btn3 vc_btn3-size-md vc_btn3-shape-rounded vc_btn3-style-flat vc_btn3-color-juicy-pink" title="Read more">Read more</a></div></div></div></div></div></div><div class="vc_clearfix"></div></div><div class="vc_grid-item vc_clearfix vc_col-sm-3 vc_grid-item-zone-c-bottom"><div class="vc_grid-item-mini vc_clearfix "><div class="vc_gitem-animated-block" ><div class="vc_gitem-zone vc_gitem-zone-a vc-gitem-zone-height-mode-auto vc-gitem-zone-height-mode-auto-1-1 vc_gitem-is-link" style="background-image: url('https://whky.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/06/WHKY-85th-Anniversary-Logo-061025.jpg') !important;"><a href="https://whky.com/earlier-start-for-whkys-local-programming/" title="Earlier Start for WHKY&#8217;s Local Programming" class="vc_gitem-link vc-zone-link" ></a><img class="vc_gitem-zone-img" src="https://whky.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/06/WHKY-85th-Anniversary-Logo-061025.jpg" alt="Earlier Start for WHKY's Local Programming" loading="lazy"><div class="vc_gitem-zone-mini"></div></div></div><div class="vc_gitem-zone vc_gitem-zone-c vc_custom_1419240516480"><div class="vc_gitem-zone-mini"><div class="vc_gitem_row vc_row vc_gitem-row-position-top"><div class="vc_col-sm-12 vc_gitem-col vc_gitem-col-align-"><div class="vc_custom_heading vc_gitem-post-data vc_gitem-post-data-source-post_title" ><h4 style="text-align: left" >Earlier Start for WHKY&#8217;s Local Programming</h4></div><div class="vc_custom_heading vc_gitem-post-data vc_gitem-post-data-source-post_excerpt" ><p style="text-align: left" ><p>WHKY Radio is excited to share that beginning Monday, July 7, our popular morning programs are getting an earlier start! Kick off your weekday mornings with “First News” at 5&hellip;</p> </p></div><div class="vc_btn3-container vc_btn3-left"><a class="vc_general vc_btn3 vc_btn3-size-md vc_btn3-shape-rounded vc_btn3-style-flat vc_btn3-color-juicy-pink" a href="https://whky.com/earlier-start-for-whkys-local-programming/" class="vc_gitem-link vc_general vc_btn3 vc_general vc_btn3 vc_btn3-size-md vc_btn3-shape-rounded vc_btn3-style-flat vc_btn3-color-juicy-pink" title="Read more">Read more</a></div></div></div></div></div></div><div class="vc_clearfix"></div></div><div class="vc_grid-item vc_clearfix vc_col-sm-3 vc_grid-item-zone-c-bottom"><div class="vc_grid-item-mini vc_clearfix "><div class="vc_gitem-animated-block" ><div class="vc_gitem-zone vc_gitem-zone-a vc-gitem-zone-height-mode-auto vc-gitem-zone-height-mode-auto-1-1 vc_gitem-is-link" style="background-image: url('https://whky.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/09/Hickory-Logo-091324.jpg') !important;"><a href="https://whky.com/hickory-city-council-to-meet-tuesday-housing-authority-update-on-agenda/" title="Hickory City Council To Meet Tuesday, Housing Authority Update On Agenda" class="vc_gitem-link vc-zone-link" ></a><img class="vc_gitem-zone-img" src="https://whky.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/09/Hickory-Logo-091324.jpg" alt="Hickory City Council To Meet Tuesday, Housing Authority Update On Agenda" loading="lazy"><div class="vc_gitem-zone-mini"></div></div></div><div class="vc_gitem-zone vc_gitem-zone-c vc_custom_1419240516480"><div class="vc_gitem-zone-mini"><div class="vc_gitem_row vc_row vc_gitem-row-position-top"><div class="vc_col-sm-12 vc_gitem-col vc_gitem-col-align-"><div class="vc_custom_heading vc_gitem-post-data vc_gitem-post-data-source-post_title" ><h4 style="text-align: left" >Hickory City Council To Meet Tuesday, Housing Authority Update On Agenda</h4></div><div class="vc_custom_heading vc_gitem-post-data vc_gitem-post-data-source-post_excerpt" ><p style="text-align: left" ><p>Hickory City Council meets in regular session Tuesday (June 17). Among the items on the agenda, there will be an update on the Hickory Public Housing Authority, Presented by Hickory&hellip;</p> </p></div><div class="vc_btn3-container vc_btn3-left"><a class="vc_general vc_btn3 vc_btn3-size-md vc_btn3-shape-rounded vc_btn3-style-flat vc_btn3-color-juicy-pink" a href="https://whky.com/hickory-city-council-to-meet-tuesday-housing-authority-update-on-agenda/" class="vc_gitem-link vc_general vc_btn3 vc_general vc_btn3 vc_btn3-size-md vc_btn3-shape-rounded vc_btn3-style-flat vc_btn3-color-juicy-pink" title="Read more">Read more</a></div></div></div></div></div></div><div class="vc_clearfix"></div></div><div class="vc_grid-item vc_clearfix vc_col-sm-3 vc_grid-item-zone-c-bottom"><div class="vc_grid-item-mini vc_clearfix "><div class="vc_gitem-animated-block" ><div class="vc_gitem-zone vc_gitem-zone-a vc-gitem-zone-height-mode-auto vc-gitem-zone-height-mode-auto-1-1 vc_gitem-is-link" style="background-image: url('https://whky.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/06/Lenoir-Splash-Pad-Ribbon-Cutting-061625.jpg') !important;"><a href="https://whky.com/ribbon-cutting-held-for-new-lenoir-splash-pad/" title="Ribbon Cutting Held For New Lenoir Splash Pad" class="vc_gitem-link vc-zone-link" ></a><img class="vc_gitem-zone-img" src="https://whky.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/06/Lenoir-Splash-Pad-Ribbon-Cutting-061625.jpg" alt="Ribbon Cutting Held For New Lenoir Splash Pad" loading="lazy"><div class="vc_gitem-zone-mini"></div></div></div><div class="vc_gitem-zone vc_gitem-zone-c vc_custom_1419240516480"><div class="vc_gitem-zone-mini"><div class="vc_gitem_row vc_row vc_gitem-row-position-top"><div class="vc_col-sm-12 vc_gitem-col vc_gitem-col-align-"><div class="vc_custom_heading vc_gitem-post-data vc_gitem-post-data-source-post_title" ><h4 style="text-align: left" >Ribbon Cutting Held For New Lenoir Splash Pad</h4></div><div class="vc_custom_heading vc_gitem-post-data vc_gitem-post-data-source-post_excerpt" ><p style="text-align: left" ><p>Lenoir City Council, staff, and friends opened the new Splash Pad at the Lenoir Rotary Soccer Complex Saturday (June 14). The City held a ribbon cutting, celebrated Flag Day, and&hellip;</p> </p></div><div class="vc_btn3-container vc_btn3-left"><a class="vc_general vc_btn3 vc_btn3-size-md vc_btn3-shape-rounded vc_btn3-style-flat vc_btn3-color-juicy-pink" a href="https://whky.com/ribbon-cutting-held-for-new-lenoir-splash-pad/" class="vc_gitem-link vc_general vc_btn3 vc_general vc_btn3 vc_btn3-size-md vc_btn3-shape-rounded vc_btn3-style-flat vc_btn3-color-juicy-pink" title="Read more">Read more</a></div></div></div></div></div></div><div class="vc_clearfix"></div></div><div class="vc_grid-item vc_clearfix vc_col-sm-3 vc_grid-item-zone-c-bottom"><div class="vc_grid-item-mini vc_clearfix "><div class="vc_gitem-animated-block" ><div class="vc_gitem-zone vc_gitem-zone-a vc-gitem-zone-height-mode-auto vc-gitem-zone-height-mode-auto-1-1 vc_gitem-is-link" style="background-image: url('https://whky.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/04/N.C.-DMV-Logo-040124.jpg') !important;"><a href="https://whky.com/applicants-sought-to-operate-area-license-plate-agency/" title="Applicants Sought To Operate Area License Plate Agency" class="vc_gitem-link vc-zone-link" ></a><img class="vc_gitem-zone-img" src="https://whky.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/04/N.C.-DMV-Logo-040124.jpg" alt="Applicants Sought To Operate Area License Plate Agency" loading="lazy"><div class="vc_gitem-zone-mini"></div></div></div><div class="vc_gitem-zone vc_gitem-zone-c vc_custom_1419240516480"><div class="vc_gitem-zone-mini"><div class="vc_gitem_row vc_row vc_gitem-row-position-top"><div class="vc_col-sm-12 vc_gitem-col vc_gitem-col-align-"><div class="vc_custom_heading vc_gitem-post-data vc_gitem-post-data-source-post_title" ><h4 style="text-align: left" >Applicants Sought To Operate Area License Plate Agency</h4></div><div class="vc_custom_heading vc_gitem-post-data vc_gitem-post-data-source-post_excerpt" ><p style="text-align: left" ><p>The N.C. Division of Motor Vehicles is seeking applicants for a commissioned contractor to operate a license plate agency (LPA) in Watauga County. In North Carolina, NCDMV oversees LPAs, but&hellip;</p> </p></div><div class="vc_btn3-container vc_btn3-left"><a class="vc_general vc_btn3 vc_btn3-size-md vc_btn3-shape-rounded vc_btn3-style-flat vc_btn3-color-juicy-pink" a href="https://whky.com/applicants-sought-to-operate-area-license-plate-agency/" class="vc_gitem-link vc_general vc_btn3 vc_general vc_btn3 vc_btn3-size-md vc_btn3-shape-rounded vc_btn3-style-flat vc_btn3-color-juicy-pink" title="Read more">Read more</a></div></div></div></div></div></div><div class="vc_clearfix"></div></div><div class="vc_grid-item vc_clearfix vc_col-sm-3 vc_grid-item-zone-c-bottom"><div class="vc_grid-item-mini vc_clearfix "><div class="vc_gitem-animated-block" ><div class="vc_gitem-zone vc_gitem-zone-a vc-gitem-zone-height-mode-auto vc-gitem-zone-height-mode-auto-1-1 vc_gitem-is-link" style="background-image: url('https://whky.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/06/Frye-Summit-Pic-061625.jpg') !important;"><a href="https://whky.com/frye-regional-hosts-summit-emphasizing-patient-care/" title="Frye Regional Hosts Summit Emphasizing Patient Care" class="vc_gitem-link vc-zone-link" ></a><img class="vc_gitem-zone-img" src="https://whky.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/06/Frye-Summit-Pic-061625.jpg" alt="Frye Regional Hosts Summit Emphasizing Patient Care" loading="lazy"><div class="vc_gitem-zone-mini"></div></div></div><div class="vc_gitem-zone vc_gitem-zone-c vc_custom_1419240516480"><div class="vc_gitem-zone-mini"><div class="vc_gitem_row vc_row vc_gitem-row-position-top"><div class="vc_col-sm-12 vc_gitem-col vc_gitem-col-align-"><div class="vc_custom_heading vc_gitem-post-data vc_gitem-post-data-source-post_title" ><h4 style="text-align: left" >Frye Regional Hosts Summit Emphasizing Patient Care</h4></div><div class="vc_custom_heading vc_gitem-post-data vc_gitem-post-data-source-post_excerpt" ><p style="text-align: left" ><p>Frye Regional Medical Center recently hosted the 2025 Eastern Division Patient Experience Summit, emphasizing the importance of quality care for all patients. The event provides a detailed discussion about the&hellip;</p> </p></div><div class="vc_btn3-container vc_btn3-left"><a class="vc_general vc_btn3 vc_btn3-size-md vc_btn3-shape-rounded vc_btn3-style-flat vc_btn3-color-juicy-pink" a href="https://whky.com/frye-regional-hosts-summit-emphasizing-patient-care/" class="vc_gitem-link vc_general vc_btn3 vc_general vc_btn3 vc_btn3-size-md vc_btn3-shape-rounded vc_btn3-style-flat vc_btn3-color-juicy-pink" title="Read more">Read more</a></div></div></div></div></div></div><div class="vc_clearfix"></div></div><div class="vc_grid-item vc_clearfix vc_col-sm-3 vc_grid-item-zone-c-bottom"><div class="vc_grid-item-mini vc_clearfix "><div class="vc_gitem-animated-block" ><div class="vc_gitem-zone vc_gitem-zone-a vc-gitem-zone-height-mode-auto vc-gitem-zone-height-mode-auto-1-1 vc_gitem-is-link" style="background-image: url('https://whky.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/04/HPD-Badge-042122.jpg') !important;"><a href="https://whky.com/community-feedback-sought-in-hickory-pd-accreditation-process/" title="Community Feedback Sought In Hickory PD Accreditation Process" class="vc_gitem-link vc-zone-link" ></a><img class="vc_gitem-zone-img" src="https://whky.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/04/HPD-Badge-042122.jpg" alt="Community Feedback Sought In Hickory PD Accreditation Process" loading="lazy"><div class="vc_gitem-zone-mini"></div></div></div><div class="vc_gitem-zone vc_gitem-zone-c vc_custom_1419240516480"><div class="vc_gitem-zone-mini"><div class="vc_gitem_row vc_row vc_gitem-row-position-top"><div class="vc_col-sm-12 vc_gitem-col vc_gitem-col-align-"><div class="vc_custom_heading vc_gitem-post-data vc_gitem-post-data-source-post_title" ><h4 style="text-align: left" >Community Feedback Sought In Hickory PD Accreditation Process</h4></div><div class="vc_custom_heading vc_gitem-post-data vc_gitem-post-data-source-post_excerpt" ><p style="text-align: left" ><p>The Hickory Police Department will undergo an assessment Wednesday (June 18), as part of its pursuit of law enforcement accreditation. This assessment, conducted by the North Carolina Law Enforcement Accreditation&hellip;</p> </p></div><div class="vc_btn3-container vc_btn3-left"><a class="vc_general vc_btn3 vc_btn3-size-md vc_btn3-shape-rounded vc_btn3-style-flat vc_btn3-color-juicy-pink" a href="https://whky.com/community-feedback-sought-in-hickory-pd-accreditation-process/" class="vc_gitem-link vc_general vc_btn3 vc_general vc_btn3 vc_btn3-size-md vc_btn3-shape-rounded vc_btn3-style-flat vc_btn3-color-juicy-pink" title="Read more">Read more</a></div></div></div></div></div></div><div class="vc_clearfix"></div></div><div class="vc_grid-item vc_clearfix vc_col-sm-3 vc_grid-item-zone-c-bottom"><div class="vc_grid-item-mini vc_clearfix "><div class="vc_gitem-animated-block" ><div class="vc_gitem-zone vc_gitem-zone-a vc-gitem-zone-height-mode-auto vc-gitem-zone-height-mode-auto-1-1 vc_gitem-is-link" style="background-image: url('https://whky.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/06/IMG_0314.jpeg') !important;"><a href="https://whky.com/suspect-sought-in-fatal-shooting/" title="Suspect Sought In Fatal Shooting" class="vc_gitem-link vc-zone-link" ></a><img class="vc_gitem-zone-img" src="https://whky.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/06/IMG_0314.jpeg" alt="Suspect Sought In Fatal Shooting" loading="lazy"><div class="vc_gitem-zone-mini"></div></div></div><div class="vc_gitem-zone vc_gitem-zone-c vc_custom_1419240516480"><div class="vc_gitem-zone-mini"><div class="vc_gitem_row vc_row vc_gitem-row-position-top"><div class="vc_col-sm-12 vc_gitem-col vc_gitem-col-align-"><div class="vc_custom_heading vc_gitem-post-data vc_gitem-post-data-source-post_title" ><h4 style="text-align: left" >Suspect Sought In Fatal Shooting</h4></div><div class="vc_custom_heading vc_gitem-post-data vc_gitem-post-data-source-post_excerpt" ><p style="text-align: left" ><p>A fatal shooting is under investigation, and a suspect has been identified. On Saturday, (June 14) at approximately 12:45 p.m., the Statesville Police Department responded to a report of shots&hellip;</p> </p></div><div class="vc_btn3-container vc_btn3-left"><a class="vc_general vc_btn3 vc_btn3-size-md vc_btn3-shape-rounded vc_btn3-style-flat vc_btn3-color-juicy-pink" a href="https://whky.com/suspect-sought-in-fatal-shooting/" class="vc_gitem-link vc_general vc_btn3 vc_general vc_btn3 vc_btn3-size-md vc_btn3-shape-rounded vc_btn3-style-flat vc_btn3-color-juicy-pink" title="Read more">Read more</a></div></div></div></div></div></div><div class="vc_clearfix"></div></div><div class="vc_grid-item vc_clearfix vc_col-sm-3 vc_grid-item-zone-c-bottom"><div class="vc_grid-item-mini vc_clearfix "><div class="vc_gitem-animated-block" ><div class="vc_gitem-zone vc_gitem-zone-a vc-gitem-zone-height-mode-auto vc-gitem-zone-height-mode-auto-1-1 vc_gitem-is-link" style="background-image: url('https://whky.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/05/Shooting-Investigation-Generic-News-Graphic-052225.jpg') !important;"><a href="https://whky.com/fatal-shooting-under-investigation/" title="Fatal Shooting Under Investigation" class="vc_gitem-link vc-zone-link" ></a><img class="vc_gitem-zone-img" src="https://whky.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/05/Shooting-Investigation-Generic-News-Graphic-052225.jpg" alt="Fatal Shooting Under Investigation" loading="lazy"><div class="vc_gitem-zone-mini"></div></div></div><div class="vc_gitem-zone vc_gitem-zone-c vc_custom_1419240516480"><div class="vc_gitem-zone-mini"><div class="vc_gitem_row vc_row vc_gitem-row-position-top"><div class="vc_col-sm-12 vc_gitem-col vc_gitem-col-align-"><div class="vc_custom_heading vc_gitem-post-data vc_gitem-post-data-source-post_title" ><h4 style="text-align: left" >Fatal Shooting Under Investigation</h4></div><div class="vc_custom_heading vc_gitem-post-data vc_gitem-post-data-source-post_excerpt" ><p style="text-align: left" ><p>A fatal shooting is under investigation in Statesville. On Saturday (June 14) at approximately 5:35 a.m., officers with the Statesville Police Department responded to a report of shots fired in&hellip;</p> </p></div><div class="vc_btn3-container vc_btn3-left"><a class="vc_general vc_btn3 vc_btn3-size-md vc_btn3-shape-rounded vc_btn3-style-flat vc_btn3-color-juicy-pink" a href="https://whky.com/fatal-shooting-under-investigation/" class="vc_gitem-link vc_general vc_btn3 vc_general vc_btn3 vc_btn3-size-md vc_btn3-shape-rounded vc_btn3-style-flat vc_btn3-color-juicy-pink" title="Read more">Read more</a></div></div></div></div></div></div><div class="vc_clearfix"></div></div><div class="vc_grid-item vc_clearfix vc_col-sm-3 vc_grid-item-zone-c-bottom"><div class="vc_grid-item-mini vc_clearfix "><div class="vc_gitem-animated-block" ><div class="vc_gitem-zone vc_gitem-zone-a vc-gitem-zone-height-mode-auto vc-gitem-zone-height-mode-auto-1-1 vc_gitem-is-link" style="background-image: url('https://whky.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/07/Drowning-Generic-News-Graphic-070522.jpg') !important;"><a href="https://whky.com/body-found-in-lake-near-sherrills-ford/" title="Body Found In Lake Near Sherrills Ford" class="vc_gitem-link vc-zone-link" ></a><img class="vc_gitem-zone-img" src="https://whky.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/07/Drowning-Generic-News-Graphic-070522.jpg" alt="Body Found In Lake Near Sherrills Ford" loading="lazy"><div class="vc_gitem-zone-mini"></div></div></div><div class="vc_gitem-zone vc_gitem-zone-c vc_custom_1419240516480"><div class="vc_gitem-zone-mini"><div class="vc_gitem_row vc_row vc_gitem-row-position-top"><div class="vc_col-sm-12 vc_gitem-col vc_gitem-col-align-"><div class="vc_custom_heading vc_gitem-post-data vc_gitem-post-data-source-post_title" ><h4 style="text-align: left" >Body Found In Lake Near Sherrills Ford</h4></div><div class="vc_custom_heading vc_gitem-post-data vc_gitem-post-data-source-post_excerpt" ><p style="text-align: left" ><p>The body of a drowned swimmer has been found on Lake Norman near Sherrills Ford. According to our news partner WACB, the drowning was reported Saturday (June 14). Crews searched&hellip;</p> </p></div><div class="vc_btn3-container vc_btn3-left"><a class="vc_general vc_btn3 vc_btn3-size-md vc_btn3-shape-rounded vc_btn3-style-flat vc_btn3-color-juicy-pink" a href="https://whky.com/body-found-in-lake-near-sherrills-ford/" class="vc_gitem-link vc_general vc_btn3 vc_general vc_btn3 vc_btn3-size-md vc_btn3-shape-rounded vc_btn3-style-flat vc_btn3-color-juicy-pink" title="Read more">Read more</a></div></div></div></div></div></div><div class="vc_clearfix"></div></div><div class="vc_grid-item vc_clearfix vc_col-sm-3 vc_grid-item-zone-c-bottom"><div class="vc_grid-item-mini vc_clearfix "><div class="vc_gitem-animated-block" ><div class="vc_gitem-zone vc_gitem-zone-a vc-gitem-zone-height-mode-auto vc-gitem-zone-height-mode-auto-1-1 vc_gitem-is-link" style="background-image: url('https://whky.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/06/IMG_0289.jpeg') !important;"><a href="https://whky.com/merger-of-two-catawba-county-school-systems-proposed/" title="Merger Of Two Catawba County School Systems Proposed" class="vc_gitem-link vc-zone-link" ></a><img class="vc_gitem-zone-img" src="https://whky.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/06/IMG_0289.jpeg" alt="Merger Of Two Catawba County School Systems Proposed" loading="lazy"><div class="vc_gitem-zone-mini"></div></div></div><div class="vc_gitem-zone vc_gitem-zone-c vc_custom_1419240516480"><div class="vc_gitem-zone-mini"><div class="vc_gitem_row vc_row vc_gitem-row-position-top"><div class="vc_col-sm-12 vc_gitem-col vc_gitem-col-align-"><div class="vc_custom_heading vc_gitem-post-data vc_gitem-post-data-source-post_title" ><h4 style="text-align: left" >Merger Of Two Catawba County School Systems Proposed</h4></div><div class="vc_custom_heading vc_gitem-post-data vc_gitem-post-data-source-post_excerpt" ><p style="text-align: left" ><p>Catawba County officials are reportedly considering a forcible merger of two of the county’s school systems. The Newton-Conover City Schools issued the following news release. On Friday, June 6, 2025,&hellip;</p> </p></div><div class="vc_btn3-container vc_btn3-left"><a class="vc_general vc_btn3 vc_btn3-size-md vc_btn3-shape-rounded vc_btn3-style-flat vc_btn3-color-juicy-pink" a href="https://whky.com/merger-of-two-catawba-county-school-systems-proposed/" class="vc_gitem-link vc_general vc_btn3 vc_general vc_btn3 vc_btn3-size-md vc_btn3-shape-rounded vc_btn3-style-flat vc_btn3-color-juicy-pink" title="Read more">Read more</a></div></div></div></div></div></div><div class="vc_clearfix"></div></div><div class="vc_grid-item vc_clearfix vc_col-sm-3 vc_grid-item-zone-c-bottom"><div class="vc_grid-item-mini vc_clearfix "><div class="vc_gitem-animated-block" ><div class="vc_gitem-zone vc_gitem-zone-a vc-gitem-zone-height-mode-auto vc-gitem-zone-height-mode-auto-1-1 vc_gitem-is-link" style="background-image: url('https://whky.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/07/NCDHHS-Logo-071624.jpg') !important;"><a href="https://whky.com/nc-health-human-services-secretary-tours-western-n-c/" title="NC Health &#038; Human Services Secretary Tours Western N.C." class="vc_gitem-link vc-zone-link" ></a><img class="vc_gitem-zone-img" src="https://whky.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/07/NCDHHS-Logo-071624.jpg" alt="NC Health & Human Services Secretary Tours Western N.C." loading="lazy"><div class="vc_gitem-zone-mini"></div></div></div><div class="vc_gitem-zone vc_gitem-zone-c vc_custom_1419240516480"><div class="vc_gitem-zone-mini"><div class="vc_gitem_row vc_row vc_gitem-row-position-top"><div class="vc_col-sm-12 vc_gitem-col vc_gitem-col-align-"><div class="vc_custom_heading vc_gitem-post-data vc_gitem-post-data-source-post_title" ><h4 style="text-align: left" >NC Health &#038; Human Services Secretary Tours Western N.C.</h4></div><div class="vc_custom_heading vc_gitem-post-data vc_gitem-post-data-source-post_excerpt" ><p style="text-align: left" ><p>North Carolina Health and Human Services Secretary Dev Sangvai toured western North Carolina this week, where he learned more about two critical support programs for people recovering from the devastation&hellip;</p> </p></div><div class="vc_btn3-container vc_btn3-left"><a class="vc_general vc_btn3 vc_btn3-size-md vc_btn3-shape-rounded vc_btn3-style-flat vc_btn3-color-juicy-pink" a href="https://whky.com/nc-health-human-services-secretary-tours-western-n-c/" class="vc_gitem-link vc_general vc_btn3 vc_general vc_btn3 vc_btn3-size-md vc_btn3-shape-rounded vc_btn3-style-flat vc_btn3-color-juicy-pink" title="Read more">Read more</a></div></div></div></div></div></div><div class="vc_clearfix"></div></div><div class="vc_grid-item vc_clearfix vc_col-sm-3 vc_grid-item-zone-c-bottom"><div class="vc_grid-item-mini vc_clearfix "><div class="vc_gitem-animated-block" ><div class="vc_gitem-zone vc_gitem-zone-a vc-gitem-zone-height-mode-auto vc-gitem-zone-height-mode-auto-1-1 vc_gitem-is-link" style="background-image: url('https://whky.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/06/Morganton-Chief-Swearing-In-Pic-061325.jpg') !important;"><a href="https://whky.com/new-morganton-police-chief-to-be-sworn-in-monday/" title="New Morganton Police Chief To Be Sworn In Monday" class="vc_gitem-link vc-zone-link" ></a><img class="vc_gitem-zone-img" src="https://whky.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/06/Morganton-Chief-Swearing-In-Pic-061325.jpg" alt="New Morganton Police Chief To Be Sworn In Monday" loading="lazy"><div class="vc_gitem-zone-mini"></div></div></div><div class="vc_gitem-zone vc_gitem-zone-c vc_custom_1419240516480"><div class="vc_gitem-zone-mini"><div class="vc_gitem_row vc_row vc_gitem-row-position-top"><div class="vc_col-sm-12 vc_gitem-col vc_gitem-col-align-"><div class="vc_custom_heading vc_gitem-post-data vc_gitem-post-data-source-post_title" ><h4 style="text-align: left" >New Morganton Police Chief To Be Sworn In Monday</h4></div><div class="vc_custom_heading vc_gitem-post-data vc_gitem-post-data-source-post_excerpt" ><p style="text-align: left" ><p>Starting next Monday (June 16), Ryan Lander will officially be Chief of Morganton Public Safety. He has been serving as Interim Chief since selected for that position following Chief Jason&hellip;</p> </p></div><div class="vc_btn3-container vc_btn3-left"><a class="vc_general vc_btn3 vc_btn3-size-md vc_btn3-shape-rounded vc_btn3-style-flat vc_btn3-color-juicy-pink" a href="https://whky.com/new-morganton-police-chief-to-be-sworn-in-monday/" class="vc_gitem-link vc_general vc_btn3 vc_general vc_btn3 vc_btn3-size-md vc_btn3-shape-rounded vc_btn3-style-flat vc_btn3-color-juicy-pink" title="Read more">Read more</a></div></div></div></div></div></div><div class="vc_clearfix"></div></div><div class="vc_grid-item vc_clearfix vc_col-sm-3 vc_grid-item-zone-c-bottom"><div class="vc_grid-item-mini vc_clearfix "><div class="vc_gitem-animated-block" ><div class="vc_gitem-zone vc_gitem-zone-a vc-gitem-zone-height-mode-auto vc-gitem-zone-height-mode-auto-1-1 vc_gitem-is-link" style="background-image: url('https://whky.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/09/Morganton-City-Seal-101218.jpg') !important;"><a href="https://whky.com/north-carolina-department-of-labor-honors-several-morganton-city-departments/" title="North Carolina Department Of Labor Honors Several Morganton City Departments" class="vc_gitem-link vc-zone-link" ></a><img class="vc_gitem-zone-img" src="https://whky.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/09/Morganton-City-Seal-101218.jpg" alt="North Carolina Department Of Labor Honors Several Morganton City Departments" loading="lazy"><div class="vc_gitem-zone-mini"></div></div></div><div class="vc_gitem-zone vc_gitem-zone-c vc_custom_1419240516480"><div class="vc_gitem-zone-mini"><div class="vc_gitem_row vc_row vc_gitem-row-position-top"><div class="vc_col-sm-12 vc_gitem-col vc_gitem-col-align-"><div class="vc_custom_heading vc_gitem-post-data vc_gitem-post-data-source-post_title" ><h4 style="text-align: left" >North Carolina Department Of Labor Honors Several Morganton City Departments</h4></div><div class="vc_custom_heading vc_gitem-post-data vc_gitem-post-data-source-post_excerpt" ><p style="text-align: left" ><p>Eleven different City of Morganton departments were recently recognized with gold and silver safety awards from the North Carolina Department of Labor. The criteria to receive gold award is the&hellip;</p> </p></div><div class="vc_btn3-container vc_btn3-left"><a class="vc_general vc_btn3 vc_btn3-size-md vc_btn3-shape-rounded vc_btn3-style-flat vc_btn3-color-juicy-pink" a href="https://whky.com/north-carolina-department-of-labor-honors-several-morganton-city-departments/" class="vc_gitem-link vc_general vc_btn3 vc_general vc_btn3 vc_btn3-size-md vc_btn3-shape-rounded vc_btn3-style-flat vc_btn3-color-juicy-pink" title="Read more">Read more</a></div></div></div></div></div></div><div class="vc_clearfix"></div></div><div class="vc_grid-item vc_clearfix vc_col-sm-3 vc_grid-item-zone-c-bottom"><div class="vc_grid-item-mini vc_clearfix "><div class="vc_gitem-animated-block" ><div class="vc_gitem-zone vc_gitem-zone-a vc-gitem-zone-height-mode-auto vc-gitem-zone-height-mode-auto-1-1 vc_gitem-is-link" style="background-image: url('https://whky.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/06/CVHS-Donation-Slide-061325-1024x618.jpg') !important;"><a href="https://whky.com/first-aid-kits-for-use-at-crime-scenes-to-be-distributed-to-catawba-county-law-enforcement-officers/" title="First Aid Kits For Use At Crime Scenes To Be Distributed To Catawba County Law Enforcement Officers" class="vc_gitem-link vc-zone-link" ></a><img class="vc_gitem-zone-img" src="https://whky.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/06/CVHS-Donation-Slide-061325-1024x618.jpg" alt="First Aid Kits For Use At Crime Scenes To Be Distributed To Catawba County Law Enforcement Officers" loading="lazy"><div class="vc_gitem-zone-mini"></div></div></div><div class="vc_gitem-zone vc_gitem-zone-c vc_custom_1419240516480"><div class="vc_gitem-zone-mini"><div class="vc_gitem_row vc_row vc_gitem-row-position-top"><div class="vc_col-sm-12 vc_gitem-col vc_gitem-col-align-"><div class="vc_custom_heading vc_gitem-post-data vc_gitem-post-data-source-post_title" ><h4 style="text-align: left" >First Aid Kits For Use At Crime Scenes To Be Distributed To Catawba County Law Enforcement Officers</h4></div><div class="vc_custom_heading vc_gitem-post-data vc_gitem-post-data-source-post_excerpt" ><p style="text-align: left" ><p>Catawba Valley Health System (CVHS) has announced a donation of 400 Individual First Aid Kits (IFAKs) to be distributed to every law enforcement patrol car in Catawba County. A ceremony&hellip;</p> </p></div><div class="vc_btn3-container vc_btn3-left"><a class="vc_general vc_btn3 vc_btn3-size-md vc_btn3-shape-rounded vc_btn3-style-flat vc_btn3-color-juicy-pink" a href="https://whky.com/first-aid-kits-for-use-at-crime-scenes-to-be-distributed-to-catawba-county-law-enforcement-officers/" class="vc_gitem-link vc_general vc_btn3 vc_general vc_btn3 vc_btn3-size-md vc_btn3-shape-rounded vc_btn3-style-flat vc_btn3-color-juicy-pink" title="Read more">Read more</a></div></div></div></div></div></div><div class="vc_clearfix"></div></div><div class="vc_grid-item vc_clearfix vc_col-sm-3 vc_grid-item-zone-c-bottom"><div class="vc_grid-item-mini vc_clearfix "><div class="vc_gitem-animated-block" ><div class="vc_gitem-zone vc_gitem-zone-a vc-gitem-zone-height-mode-auto vc-gitem-zone-height-mode-auto-1-1 vc_gitem-is-link" style="background-image: url('https://whky.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/05/Shooting-Investigation-Generic-News-Graphic-052225.jpg') !important;"><a href="https://whky.com/burke-county-shooting-under-investigation/" title="Burke County Shooting Under Investigation" class="vc_gitem-link vc-zone-link" ></a><img class="vc_gitem-zone-img" src="https://whky.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/05/Shooting-Investigation-Generic-News-Graphic-052225.jpg" alt="Burke County Shooting Under Investigation" loading="lazy"><div class="vc_gitem-zone-mini"></div></div></div><div class="vc_gitem-zone vc_gitem-zone-c vc_custom_1419240516480"><div class="vc_gitem-zone-mini"><div class="vc_gitem_row vc_row vc_gitem-row-position-top"><div class="vc_col-sm-12 vc_gitem-col vc_gitem-col-align-"><div class="vc_custom_heading vc_gitem-post-data vc_gitem-post-data-source-post_title" ><h4 style="text-align: left" >Burke County Shooting Under Investigation</h4></div><div class="vc_custom_heading vc_gitem-post-data vc_gitem-post-data-source-post_excerpt" ><p style="text-align: left" ><p>The Burke County Sheriff’s Office was called to a shooting in the area of Bald Ground Mountain Road in Jonas Ridge this morning (June 12). When Officers arrived, they made&hellip;</p> </p></div><div class="vc_btn3-container vc_btn3-left"><a class="vc_general vc_btn3 vc_btn3-size-md vc_btn3-shape-rounded vc_btn3-style-flat vc_btn3-color-juicy-pink" a href="https://whky.com/burke-county-shooting-under-investigation/" class="vc_gitem-link vc_general vc_btn3 vc_general vc_btn3 vc_btn3-size-md vc_btn3-shape-rounded vc_btn3-style-flat vc_btn3-color-juicy-pink" title="Read more">Read more</a></div></div></div></div></div></div><div class="vc_clearfix"></div></div><div class="vc_grid-item vc_clearfix vc_col-sm-3 vc_grid-item-zone-c-bottom"><div class="vc_grid-item-mini vc_clearfix "><div class="vc_gitem-animated-block" ><div class="vc_gitem-zone vc_gitem-zone-a vc-gitem-zone-height-mode-auto vc-gitem-zone-height-mode-auto-1-1 vc_gitem-is-link" style="background-image: url('https://whky.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/06/Kincaid-Charles-III-061225.jpg') !important;"><a href="https://whky.com/another-arrest-made-in-connection-to-mass-shooting/" title="Another Arrest Made In Connection To Mass Shooting" class="vc_gitem-link vc-zone-link" ></a><img class="vc_gitem-zone-img" src="https://whky.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/06/Kincaid-Charles-III-061225.jpg" alt="Another Arrest Made In Connection To Mass Shooting" loading="lazy"><div class="vc_gitem-zone-mini"></div></div></div><div class="vc_gitem-zone vc_gitem-zone-c vc_custom_1419240516480"><div class="vc_gitem-zone-mini"><div class="vc_gitem_row vc_row vc_gitem-row-position-top"><div class="vc_col-sm-12 vc_gitem-col vc_gitem-col-align-"><div class="vc_custom_heading vc_gitem-post-data vc_gitem-post-data-source-post_title" ><h4 style="text-align: left" >Another Arrest Made In Connection To Mass Shooting</h4></div><div class="vc_custom_heading vc_gitem-post-data vc_gitem-post-data-source-post_excerpt" ><p style="text-align: left" ><p>According to the Catawba County Sheriff’s Office, Charles Rodell Kincaid III has been arrested on one count of attempted first-degree murder. This offense is connected to the alleged crimes Garon&hellip;</p> </p></div><div class="vc_btn3-container vc_btn3-left"><a class="vc_general vc_btn3 vc_btn3-size-md vc_btn3-shape-rounded vc_btn3-style-flat vc_btn3-color-juicy-pink" a href="https://whky.com/another-arrest-made-in-connection-to-mass-shooting/" class="vc_gitem-link vc_general vc_btn3 vc_general vc_btn3 vc_btn3-size-md vc_btn3-shape-rounded vc_btn3-style-flat vc_btn3-color-juicy-pink" title="Read more">Read more</a></div></div></div></div></div></div><div class="vc_clearfix"></div></div><div class="vc_grid-item vc_clearfix vc_col-sm-3 vc_grid-item-zone-c-bottom"><div class="vc_grid-item-mini vc_clearfix "><div class="vc_gitem-animated-block" ><div class="vc_gitem-zone vc_gitem-zone-a vc-gitem-zone-height-mode-auto vc-gitem-zone-height-mode-auto-1-1 vc_gitem-is-link" style="background-image: url('https://whky.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/06/Kates-Cupboard.jpg') !important;"><a href="https://whky.com/lenoir-rhyne-university-to-expand-student-food-pantry/" title="Lenoir-Rhyne University to Expand Student Food Pantry" class="vc_gitem-link vc-zone-link" ></a><img class="vc_gitem-zone-img" src="https://whky.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/06/Kates-Cupboard.jpg" alt="Lenoir-Rhyne University to Expand Student Food Pantry" loading="lazy"><div class="vc_gitem-zone-mini"></div></div></div><div class="vc_gitem-zone vc_gitem-zone-c vc_custom_1419240516480"><div class="vc_gitem-zone-mini"><div class="vc_gitem_row vc_row vc_gitem-row-position-top"><div class="vc_col-sm-12 vc_gitem-col vc_gitem-col-align-"><div class="vc_custom_heading vc_gitem-post-data vc_gitem-post-data-source-post_title" ><h4 style="text-align: left" >Lenoir-Rhyne University to Expand Student Food Pantry</h4></div><div class="vc_custom_heading vc_gitem-post-data vc_gitem-post-data-source-post_excerpt" ><p style="text-align: left" ><p>Lenoir-Rhyne University is set to expand its food pantry services significantly, thanks to a generous endowment from alumna and Board of Trustees member Kate Esch ’70. The newly named “Kate&#8217;s&hellip;</p> </p></div><div class="vc_btn3-container vc_btn3-left"><a class="vc_general vc_btn3 vc_btn3-size-md vc_btn3-shape-rounded vc_btn3-style-flat vc_btn3-color-juicy-pink" a href="https://whky.com/lenoir-rhyne-university-to-expand-student-food-pantry/" class="vc_gitem-link vc_general vc_btn3 vc_general vc_btn3 vc_btn3-size-md vc_btn3-shape-rounded vc_btn3-style-flat vc_btn3-color-juicy-pink" title="Read more">Read more</a></div></div></div></div></div></div><div class="vc_clearfix"></div></div><div class="vc_grid-item vc_clearfix vc_col-sm-3 vc_grid-item-zone-c-bottom"><div class="vc_grid-item-mini vc_clearfix "><div class="vc_gitem-animated-block" ><div class="vc_gitem-zone vc_gitem-zone-a vc-gitem-zone-height-mode-auto vc-gitem-zone-height-mode-auto-1-1 vc_gitem-is-link" style="background-image: url('https://whky.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/06/Hamilton-David-Kevin-061225.jpg') !important;"><a href="https://whky.com/human-trafficking-charge-filed-against-lenoir-man/" title="Human Trafficking Charge Filed Against Lenoir Man (Updated with more information, 3:56 p.m., 6/12/25)" class="vc_gitem-link vc-zone-link" ></a><img class="vc_gitem-zone-img" src="https://whky.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/06/Hamilton-David-Kevin-061225.jpg" alt="Human Trafficking Charge Filed Against Lenoir Man (Updated with more information, 3:56 p.m., 6/12/25)" loading="lazy"><div class="vc_gitem-zone-mini"></div></div></div><div class="vc_gitem-zone vc_gitem-zone-c vc_custom_1419240516480"><div class="vc_gitem-zone-mini"><div class="vc_gitem_row vc_row vc_gitem-row-position-top"><div class="vc_col-sm-12 vc_gitem-col vc_gitem-col-align-"><div class="vc_custom_heading vc_gitem-post-data vc_gitem-post-data-source-post_title" ><h4 style="text-align: left" >Human Trafficking Charge Filed Against Lenoir Man (Updated with more information, 3:56 p.m., 6/12/25)</h4></div><div class="vc_custom_heading vc_gitem-post-data vc_gitem-post-data-source-post_excerpt" ><p style="text-align: left" ><p>The North Carolina State Bureau of Investigation (SBI) has announced the arrest of 50-year-old David Kevin Hamilton of Rocky Road in Lenoir. He was arrested Wednesday (June 11) and charged&hellip;</p> </p></div><div class="vc_btn3-container vc_btn3-left"><a class="vc_general vc_btn3 vc_btn3-size-md vc_btn3-shape-rounded vc_btn3-style-flat vc_btn3-color-juicy-pink" a href="https://whky.com/human-trafficking-charge-filed-against-lenoir-man/" class="vc_gitem-link vc_general vc_btn3 vc_general vc_btn3 vc_btn3-size-md vc_btn3-shape-rounded vc_btn3-style-flat vc_btn3-color-juicy-pink" title="Read more">Read more</a></div></div></div></div></div></div><div class="vc_clearfix"></div></div><div class="vc_grid-item vc_clearfix vc_col-sm-3 vc_grid-item-zone-c-bottom"><div class="vc_grid-item-mini vc_clearfix "><div class="vc_gitem-animated-block" ><div class="vc_gitem-zone vc_gitem-zone-a vc-gitem-zone-height-mode-auto vc-gitem-zone-height-mode-auto-1-1 vc_gitem-is-link" style="background-image: url('https://whky.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/05/NCDIT-Logo-050725.jpg') !important;"><a href="https://whky.com/governor-announces-funding-for-broadband-projects/" title="Governor Announces Funding For Broadband Projects" class="vc_gitem-link vc-zone-link" ></a><img class="vc_gitem-zone-img" src="https://whky.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/05/NCDIT-Logo-050725.jpg" alt="Governor Announces Funding For Broadband Projects" loading="lazy"><div class="vc_gitem-zone-mini"></div></div></div><div class="vc_gitem-zone vc_gitem-zone-c vc_custom_1419240516480"><div class="vc_gitem-zone-mini"><div class="vc_gitem_row vc_row vc_gitem-row-position-top"><div class="vc_col-sm-12 vc_gitem-col vc_gitem-col-align-"><div class="vc_custom_heading vc_gitem-post-data vc_gitem-post-data-source-post_title" ><h4 style="text-align: left" >Governor Announces Funding For Broadband Projects</h4></div><div class="vc_custom_heading vc_gitem-post-data vc_gitem-post-data-source-post_excerpt" ><p style="text-align: left" ><p>Governor Josh Stein Wednesday (June 11) announced more than $58 million in Completing Access to Broadband (CAB) program projects to connect 10,076 households and businesses in 26 counties to high-speed&hellip;</p> </p></div><div class="vc_btn3-container vc_btn3-left"><a class="vc_general vc_btn3 vc_btn3-size-md vc_btn3-shape-rounded vc_btn3-style-flat vc_btn3-color-juicy-pink" a href="https://whky.com/governor-announces-funding-for-broadband-projects/" class="vc_gitem-link vc_general vc_btn3 vc_general vc_btn3 vc_btn3-size-md vc_btn3-shape-rounded vc_btn3-style-flat vc_btn3-color-juicy-pink" title="Read more">Read more</a></div></div></div></div></div></div><div class="vc_clearfix"></div></div><div class="vc_grid-item vc_clearfix vc_col-sm-3 vc_grid-item-zone-c-bottom"><div class="vc_grid-item-mini vc_clearfix "><div class="vc_gitem-animated-block" ><div class="vc_gitem-zone vc_gitem-zone-a vc-gitem-zone-height-mode-auto vc-gitem-zone-height-mode-auto-1-1 vc_gitem-is-link" style="background-image: url('https://whky.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/10/NCDOI-Logo-100724.jpg') !important;"><a href="https://whky.com/state-officials-charge-iredell-county-man-with-insurance-fraud-in-case-involving-death-of-pedestrian/" title="State Officials Charge Iredell County Man With Insurance Fraud In Case Involving Death Of Pedestrian" class="vc_gitem-link vc-zone-link" ></a><img class="vc_gitem-zone-img" src="https://whky.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/10/NCDOI-Logo-100724.jpg" alt="State Officials Charge Iredell County Man With Insurance Fraud In Case Involving Death Of Pedestrian" loading="lazy"><div class="vc_gitem-zone-mini"></div></div></div><div class="vc_gitem-zone vc_gitem-zone-c vc_custom_1419240516480"><div class="vc_gitem-zone-mini"><div class="vc_gitem_row vc_row vc_gitem-row-position-top"><div class="vc_col-sm-12 vc_gitem-col vc_gitem-col-align-"><div class="vc_custom_heading vc_gitem-post-data vc_gitem-post-data-source-post_title" ><h4 style="text-align: left" >State Officials Charge Iredell County Man With Insurance Fraud In Case Involving Death Of Pedestrian</h4></div><div class="vc_custom_heading vc_gitem-post-data vc_gitem-post-data-source-post_excerpt" ><p style="text-align: left" ><p>North Carolina Insurance Commissioner Mike Causey Wednesday (June 11) announced the arrest of Scott William Hughes of Saddle Back Lane in Mooresville. Hughes is charged with one count of felony&hellip;</p> </p></div><div class="vc_btn3-container vc_btn3-left"><a class="vc_general vc_btn3 vc_btn3-size-md vc_btn3-shape-rounded vc_btn3-style-flat vc_btn3-color-juicy-pink" a href="https://whky.com/state-officials-charge-iredell-county-man-with-insurance-fraud-in-case-involving-death-of-pedestrian/" class="vc_gitem-link vc_general vc_btn3 vc_general vc_btn3 vc_btn3-size-md vc_btn3-shape-rounded vc_btn3-style-flat vc_btn3-color-juicy-pink" title="Read more">Read more</a></div></div></div></div></div></div><div class="vc_clearfix"></div></div><div class="vc_grid-item vc_clearfix vc_col-sm-3 vc_grid-item-zone-c-bottom"><div class="vc_grid-item-mini vc_clearfix "><div class="vc_gitem-animated-block" ><div class="vc_gitem-zone vc_gitem-zone-a vc-gitem-zone-height-mode-auto vc-gitem-zone-height-mode-auto-1-1 vc_gitem-is-link" style="background-image: url('https://whky.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/07/NCDHHS-Logo-071624.jpg') !important;"><a href="https://whky.com/state-officials-requesting-feedback-on-suicide-prevention-plan/" title="State Officials Requesting Feedback On Suicide Prevention Plan" class="vc_gitem-link vc-zone-link" ></a><img class="vc_gitem-zone-img" src="https://whky.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/07/NCDHHS-Logo-071624.jpg" alt="State Officials Requesting Feedback On Suicide Prevention Plan" loading="lazy"><div class="vc_gitem-zone-mini"></div></div></div><div class="vc_gitem-zone vc_gitem-zone-c vc_custom_1419240516480"><div class="vc_gitem-zone-mini"><div class="vc_gitem_row vc_row vc_gitem-row-position-top"><div class="vc_col-sm-12 vc_gitem-col vc_gitem-col-align-"><div class="vc_custom_heading vc_gitem-post-data vc_gitem-post-data-source-post_title" ><h4 style="text-align: left" >State Officials Requesting Feedback On Suicide Prevention Plan</h4></div><div class="vc_custom_heading vc_gitem-post-data vc_gitem-post-data-source-post_excerpt" ><p style="text-align: left" ><p>As part of the North Carolina Department of Health and Human Services (NCDHHS) commitment to transforming mental health care, the department is seeking public comment on its Suicide Prevention Action&hellip;</p> </p></div><div class="vc_btn3-container vc_btn3-left"><a class="vc_general vc_btn3 vc_btn3-size-md vc_btn3-shape-rounded vc_btn3-style-flat vc_btn3-color-juicy-pink" a href="https://whky.com/state-officials-requesting-feedback-on-suicide-prevention-plan/" class="vc_gitem-link vc_general vc_btn3 vc_general vc_btn3 vc_btn3-size-md vc_btn3-shape-rounded vc_btn3-style-flat vc_btn3-color-juicy-pink" title="Read more">Read more</a></div></div></div></div></div></div><div class="vc_clearfix"></div></div><div class="vc_grid-item vc_clearfix vc_col-sm-3 vc_grid-item-zone-c-bottom"><div class="vc_grid-item-mini vc_clearfix "><div class="vc_gitem-animated-block" ><div class="vc_gitem-zone vc_gitem-zone-a vc-gitem-zone-height-mode-auto vc-gitem-zone-height-mode-auto-1-1 vc_gitem-is-link" style="background-image: url('https://whky.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/09/Highway-Patrol-Patch-091222.jpg') !important;"><a href="https://whky.com/update-issued-on-children-struck-while-operating-lemonade-stand/" title="Update Issued On Children Struck While Operating Lemonade Stand" class="vc_gitem-link vc-zone-link" ></a><img class="vc_gitem-zone-img" src="https://whky.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/09/Highway-Patrol-Patch-091222.jpg" alt="Update Issued On Children Struck While Operating Lemonade Stand" loading="lazy"><div class="vc_gitem-zone-mini"></div></div></div><div class="vc_gitem-zone vc_gitem-zone-c vc_custom_1419240516480"><div class="vc_gitem-zone-mini"><div class="vc_gitem_row vc_row vc_gitem-row-position-top"><div class="vc_col-sm-12 vc_gitem-col vc_gitem-col-align-"><div class="vc_custom_heading vc_gitem-post-data vc_gitem-post-data-source-post_title" ><h4 style="text-align: left" >Update Issued On Children Struck While Operating Lemonade Stand</h4></div><div class="vc_custom_heading vc_gitem-post-data vc_gitem-post-data-source-post_excerpt" ><p style="text-align: left" ><p>The North Carolina State Highway Patrol has released an update on a crash that critically injured multiple children who were running a lemonade stand in Burke County. On Tuesday (June&hellip;</p> </p></div><div class="vc_btn3-container vc_btn3-left"><a class="vc_general vc_btn3 vc_btn3-size-md vc_btn3-shape-rounded vc_btn3-style-flat vc_btn3-color-juicy-pink" a href="https://whky.com/update-issued-on-children-struck-while-operating-lemonade-stand/" class="vc_gitem-link vc_general vc_btn3 vc_general vc_btn3 vc_btn3-size-md vc_btn3-shape-rounded vc_btn3-style-flat vc_btn3-color-juicy-pink" title="Read more">Read more</a></div></div></div></div></div></div><div class="vc_clearfix"></div></div><div class="vc_grid-item vc_clearfix vc_col-sm-3 vc_grid-item-zone-c-bottom"><div class="vc_grid-item-mini vc_clearfix "><div class="vc_gitem-animated-block" ><div class="vc_gitem-zone vc_gitem-zone-a vc-gitem-zone-height-mode-auto vc-gitem-zone-height-mode-auto-1-1 vc_gitem-is-link" style="background-image: url('https://whky.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/10/Catawba-County-Sheriffs-Office-With-Brown-On-Badge-Smaller-Version-102121.jpg') !important;"><a href="https://whky.com/mass-shooting-investigation-continues-police-asking-those-who-lost-cell-phones-at-scene-to-contact-them/" title="Mass Shooting Investigation Continues, Police Asking Those Who Lost Cell Phones At Scene To Contact Them" class="vc_gitem-link vc-zone-link" ></a><img class="vc_gitem-zone-img" src="https://whky.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/10/Catawba-County-Sheriffs-Office-With-Brown-On-Badge-Smaller-Version-102121.jpg" alt="Mass Shooting Investigation Continues, Police Asking Those Who Lost Cell Phones At Scene To Contact Them" loading="lazy"><div class="vc_gitem-zone-mini"></div></div></div><div class="vc_gitem-zone vc_gitem-zone-c vc_custom_1419240516480"><div class="vc_gitem-zone-mini"><div class="vc_gitem_row vc_row vc_gitem-row-position-top"><div class="vc_col-sm-12 vc_gitem-col vc_gitem-col-align-"><div class="vc_custom_heading vc_gitem-post-data vc_gitem-post-data-source-post_title" ><h4 style="text-align: left" >Mass Shooting Investigation Continues, Police Asking Those Who Lost Cell Phones At Scene To Contact Them</h4></div><div class="vc_custom_heading vc_gitem-post-data vc_gitem-post-data-source-post_excerpt" ><p style="text-align: left" ><p>The investigation is continuing into the mass shooting on Walnut Acres Drive in Mountain View on June 1. Eight people have been charged in the case overall. One person was&hellip;</p> </p></div><div class="vc_btn3-container vc_btn3-left"><a class="vc_general vc_btn3 vc_btn3-size-md vc_btn3-shape-rounded vc_btn3-style-flat vc_btn3-color-juicy-pink" a href="https://whky.com/mass-shooting-investigation-continues-police-asking-those-who-lost-cell-phones-at-scene-to-contact-them/" class="vc_gitem-link vc_general vc_btn3 vc_general vc_btn3 vc_btn3-size-md vc_btn3-shape-rounded vc_btn3-style-flat vc_btn3-color-juicy-pink" title="Read more">Read more</a></div></div></div></div></div></div><div class="vc_clearfix"></div></div><div class="vc_grid-item vc_clearfix vc_col-sm-3 vc_grid-item-zone-c-bottom"><div class="vc_grid-item-mini vc_clearfix "><div class="vc_gitem-animated-block" ><div class="vc_gitem-zone vc_gitem-zone-a vc-gitem-zone-height-mode-auto vc-gitem-zone-height-mode-auto-1-1 vc_gitem-is-link" style="background-image: url('https://whky.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/06/Unified-Development-Ordinance-061125.jpg') !important;"><a href="https://whky.com/catawba-county-officials-give-update-on-ordinance-related-to-land-development/" title="Catawba County Officials Give Update On Ordinance Related To Land Development" class="vc_gitem-link vc-zone-link" ></a><img class="vc_gitem-zone-img" src="https://whky.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/06/Unified-Development-Ordinance-061125.jpg" alt="Catawba County Officials Give Update On Ordinance Related To Land Development" loading="lazy"><div class="vc_gitem-zone-mini"></div></div></div><div class="vc_gitem-zone vc_gitem-zone-c vc_custom_1419240516480"><div class="vc_gitem-zone-mini"><div class="vc_gitem_row vc_row vc_gitem-row-position-top"><div class="vc_col-sm-12 vc_gitem-col vc_gitem-col-align-"><div class="vc_custom_heading vc_gitem-post-data vc_gitem-post-data-source-post_title" ><h4 style="text-align: left" >Catawba County Officials Give Update On Ordinance Related To Land Development</h4></div><div class="vc_custom_heading vc_gitem-post-data vc_gitem-post-data-source-post_excerpt" ><p style="text-align: left" ><p>Catawba County Officials have given an update on the County’s Unified Development Ordinance (UDO). The UDO regulates the use and development of land within the County-regulated areas. The update process&hellip;</p> </p></div><div class="vc_btn3-container vc_btn3-left"><a class="vc_general vc_btn3 vc_btn3-size-md vc_btn3-shape-rounded vc_btn3-style-flat vc_btn3-color-juicy-pink" a href="https://whky.com/catawba-county-officials-give-update-on-ordinance-related-to-land-development/" class="vc_gitem-link vc_general vc_btn3 vc_general vc_btn3 vc_btn3-size-md vc_btn3-shape-rounded vc_btn3-style-flat vc_btn3-color-juicy-pink" title="Read more">Read more</a></div></div></div></div></div></div><div class="vc_clearfix"></div></div><div class="vc_grid-item vc_clearfix vc_col-sm-3 vc_grid-item-zone-c-bottom"><div class="vc_grid-item-mini vc_clearfix "><div class="vc_gitem-animated-block" ><div class="vc_gitem-zone vc_gitem-zone-a vc-gitem-zone-height-mode-auto vc-gitem-zone-height-mode-auto-1-1 vc_gitem-is-link" style="background-image: url('https://whky.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/06/Phelps-Brent-061125.jpg') !important;"><a href="https://whky.com/lenoir-police-chief-retiring-new-chief-chosen/" title="Lenoir Police Chief Retiring, New Chief Chosen" class="vc_gitem-link vc-zone-link" ></a><img class="vc_gitem-zone-img" src="https://whky.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/06/Phelps-Brent-061125.jpg" alt="Lenoir Police Chief Retiring, New Chief Chosen" loading="lazy"><div class="vc_gitem-zone-mini"></div></div></div><div class="vc_gitem-zone vc_gitem-zone-c vc_custom_1419240516480"><div class="vc_gitem-zone-mini"><div class="vc_gitem_row vc_row vc_gitem-row-position-top"><div class="vc_col-sm-12 vc_gitem-col vc_gitem-col-align-"><div class="vc_custom_heading vc_gitem-post-data vc_gitem-post-data-source-post_title" ><h4 style="text-align: left" >Lenoir Police Chief Retiring, New Chief Chosen</h4></div><div class="vc_custom_heading vc_gitem-post-data vc_gitem-post-data-source-post_excerpt" ><p style="text-align: left" ><p>City of Lenoir Police Chief Brent Phelps has announced his retirement effective Aug. 1, 2025. Chief Phelps has served his entire law enforcement career with Lenoir. The Chief started his&hellip;</p> </p></div><div class="vc_btn3-container vc_btn3-left"><a class="vc_general vc_btn3 vc_btn3-size-md vc_btn3-shape-rounded vc_btn3-style-flat vc_btn3-color-juicy-pink" a href="https://whky.com/lenoir-police-chief-retiring-new-chief-chosen/" class="vc_gitem-link vc_general vc_btn3 vc_general vc_btn3 vc_btn3-size-md vc_btn3-shape-rounded vc_btn3-style-flat vc_btn3-color-juicy-pink" title="Read more">Read more</a></div></div></div></div></div></div><div class="vc_clearfix"></div></div><div class="vc_grid-item vc_clearfix vc_col-sm-3 vc_grid-item-zone-c-bottom"><div class="vc_grid-item-mini vc_clearfix "><div class="vc_gitem-animated-block" ><div class="vc_gitem-zone vc_gitem-zone-a vc-gitem-zone-height-mode-auto vc-gitem-zone-height-mode-auto-1-1 vc_gitem-is-link" style="background-image: url('https://whky.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/06/Clark-Ramseur-Alexander-Combo-Pic-061125.jpg') !important;"><a href="https://whky.com/two-suspects-in-late-may-shooting-arrested-one-still-being-sought/" title="Two Suspects In Late May Shooting Arrested, One Still Being Sought" class="vc_gitem-link vc-zone-link" ></a><img class="vc_gitem-zone-img" src="https://whky.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/06/Clark-Ramseur-Alexander-Combo-Pic-061125.jpg" alt="Two Suspects In Late May Shooting Arrested, One Still Being Sought" loading="lazy"><div class="vc_gitem-zone-mini"></div></div></div><div class="vc_gitem-zone vc_gitem-zone-c vc_custom_1419240516480"><div class="vc_gitem-zone-mini"><div class="vc_gitem_row vc_row vc_gitem-row-position-top"><div class="vc_col-sm-12 vc_gitem-col vc_gitem-col-align-"><div class="vc_custom_heading vc_gitem-post-data vc_gitem-post-data-source-post_title" ><h4 style="text-align: left" >Two Suspects In Late May Shooting Arrested, One Still Being Sought</h4></div><div class="vc_custom_heading vc_gitem-post-data vc_gitem-post-data-source-post_excerpt" ><p style="text-align: left" ><p>Two suspects wanted in connection with a shooting have been apprehended, a third suspect was still being sought. On Monday (June 9) 18-year-old Antonieo Yurome Clark and 24-year-old Chakrisis La’Richard&hellip;</p> </p></div><div class="vc_btn3-container vc_btn3-left"><a class="vc_general vc_btn3 vc_btn3-size-md vc_btn3-shape-rounded vc_btn3-style-flat vc_btn3-color-juicy-pink" a href="https://whky.com/two-suspects-in-late-may-shooting-arrested-one-still-being-sought/" class="vc_gitem-link vc_general vc_btn3 vc_general vc_btn3 vc_btn3-size-md vc_btn3-shape-rounded vc_btn3-style-flat vc_btn3-color-juicy-pink" title="Read more">Read more</a></div></div></div></div></div></div><div class="vc_clearfix"></div></div><div class="vc_grid-item vc_clearfix vc_col-sm-3 vc_grid-item-zone-c-bottom"><div class="vc_grid-item-mini vc_clearfix "><div class="vc_gitem-animated-block" ><div class="vc_gitem-zone vc_gitem-zone-a vc-gitem-zone-height-mode-auto vc-gitem-zone-height-mode-auto-1-1 vc_gitem-is-link" style="background-image: url('https://whky.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/06/Walk-Bike-Alexander-County-Flyer-061125-1024x787.jpg') !important;"><a href="https://whky.com/alexander-county-officials-seeking-input-on-pedestrian-bicycle-plan/" title="Alexander County Officials Seeking Input On Pedestrian &#038; Bicycle Plan" class="vc_gitem-link vc-zone-link" ></a><img class="vc_gitem-zone-img" src="https://whky.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/06/Walk-Bike-Alexander-County-Flyer-061125-1024x787.jpg" alt="Alexander County Officials Seeking Input On Pedestrian & Bicycle Plan" loading="lazy"><div class="vc_gitem-zone-mini"></div></div></div><div class="vc_gitem-zone vc_gitem-zone-c vc_custom_1419240516480"><div class="vc_gitem-zone-mini"><div class="vc_gitem_row vc_row vc_gitem-row-position-top"><div class="vc_col-sm-12 vc_gitem-col vc_gitem-col-align-"><div class="vc_custom_heading vc_gitem-post-data vc_gitem-post-data-source-post_title" ><h4 style="text-align: left" >Alexander County Officials Seeking Input On Pedestrian &#038; Bicycle Plan</h4></div><div class="vc_custom_heading vc_gitem-post-data vc_gitem-post-data-source-post_excerpt" ><p style="text-align: left" ><p>Alexander County is developing a pedestrian and bicycle plan, called “Walk &amp; Bike Alexander County.” The county has established a steering committee to help guide the project. One of the&hellip;</p> </p></div><div class="vc_btn3-container vc_btn3-left"><a class="vc_general vc_btn3 vc_btn3-size-md vc_btn3-shape-rounded vc_btn3-style-flat vc_btn3-color-juicy-pink" a href="https://whky.com/alexander-county-officials-seeking-input-on-pedestrian-bicycle-plan/" class="vc_gitem-link vc_general vc_btn3 vc_general vc_btn3 vc_btn3-size-md vc_btn3-shape-rounded vc_btn3-style-flat vc_btn3-color-juicy-pink" title="Read more">Read more</a></div></div></div></div></div></div><div class="vc_clearfix"></div></div><div class="vc_grid-item vc_clearfix vc_col-sm-3 vc_grid-item-zone-c-bottom"><div class="vc_grid-item-mini vc_clearfix "><div class="vc_gitem-animated-block" ><div class="vc_gitem-zone vc_gitem-zone-a vc-gitem-zone-height-mode-auto vc-gitem-zone-height-mode-auto-1-1 vc_gitem-is-link" style="background-image: url('https://whky.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/06/IMG_0240.jpeg') !important;"><a href="https://whky.com/lawsuit-reportedly-filed-against-housing-organization/" title="Lawsuit Filed Against Housing Organization" class="vc_gitem-link vc-zone-link" ></a><img class="vc_gitem-zone-img" src="https://whky.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/06/IMG_0240.jpeg" alt="Lawsuit Filed Against Housing Organization" loading="lazy"><div class="vc_gitem-zone-mini"></div></div></div><div class="vc_gitem-zone vc_gitem-zone-c vc_custom_1419240516480"><div class="vc_gitem-zone-mini"><div class="vc_gitem_row vc_row vc_gitem-row-position-top"><div class="vc_col-sm-12 vc_gitem-col vc_gitem-col-align-"><div class="vc_custom_heading vc_gitem-post-data vc_gitem-post-data-source-post_title" ><h4 style="text-align: left" >Lawsuit Filed Against Housing Organization</h4></div><div class="vc_custom_heading vc_gitem-post-data vc_gitem-post-data-source-post_excerpt" ><p style="text-align: left" ><p>According to the Western Piedmont Council of Governments, the Hickory Public Housing Authority has filed a lawsuit against an organization that owned and operated 311 low income housing apartments in&hellip;</p> </p></div><div class="vc_btn3-container vc_btn3-left"><a class="vc_general vc_btn3 vc_btn3-size-md vc_btn3-shape-rounded vc_btn3-style-flat vc_btn3-color-juicy-pink" a href="https://whky.com/lawsuit-reportedly-filed-against-housing-organization/" class="vc_gitem-link vc_general vc_btn3 vc_general vc_btn3 vc_btn3-size-md vc_btn3-shape-rounded vc_btn3-style-flat vc_btn3-color-juicy-pink" title="Read more">Read more</a></div></div></div></div></div></div><div class="vc_clearfix"></div></div><div class="vc_grid-item vc_clearfix vc_col-sm-3 vc_grid-item-zone-c-bottom"><div class="vc_grid-item-mini vc_clearfix "><div class="vc_gitem-animated-block" ><div class="vc_gitem-zone vc_gitem-zone-a vc-gitem-zone-height-mode-auto vc-gitem-zone-height-mode-auto-1-1 vc_gitem-is-link" style="background-image: url('https://whky.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/NC-Highway-Patrol-Badge-030617.gif') !important;"><a href="https://whky.com/three-children-in-critical-condition-after-a-car-ran-into-their-lemonade-stand-in-burke-county/" title="Three Children in Critical Condition After A Car Ran Into Their Lemonade Stand in Burke County" class="vc_gitem-link vc-zone-link" ></a><img class="vc_gitem-zone-img" src="https://whky.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/NC-Highway-Patrol-Badge-030617.gif" alt="Three Children in Critical Condition After A Car Ran Into Their Lemonade Stand in Burke County" loading="lazy"><div class="vc_gitem-zone-mini"></div></div></div><div class="vc_gitem-zone vc_gitem-zone-c vc_custom_1419240516480"><div class="vc_gitem-zone-mini"><div class="vc_gitem_row vc_row vc_gitem-row-position-top"><div class="vc_col-sm-12 vc_gitem-col vc_gitem-col-align-"><div class="vc_custom_heading vc_gitem-post-data vc_gitem-post-data-source-post_title" ><h4 style="text-align: left" >Three Children in Critical Condition After A Car Ran Into Their Lemonade Stand in Burke County</h4></div><div class="vc_custom_heading vc_gitem-post-data vc_gitem-post-data-source-post_excerpt" ><p style="text-align: left" ><p>North Carolina State Highway Patrol is investigating a collision in Burke County involving three children hit by a car while selling lemonade. At the time of this report, two of&hellip;</p> </p></div><div class="vc_btn3-container vc_btn3-left"><a class="vc_general vc_btn3 vc_btn3-size-md vc_btn3-shape-rounded vc_btn3-style-flat vc_btn3-color-juicy-pink" a href="https://whky.com/three-children-in-critical-condition-after-a-car-ran-into-their-lemonade-stand-in-burke-county/" class="vc_gitem-link vc_general vc_btn3 vc_general vc_btn3 vc_btn3-size-md vc_btn3-shape-rounded vc_btn3-style-flat vc_btn3-color-juicy-pink" title="Read more">Read more</a></div></div></div></div></div></div><div class="vc_clearfix"></div></div><div class="vc_grid-item vc_clearfix vc_col-sm-3 vc_grid-item-zone-c-bottom"><div class="vc_grid-item-mini vc_clearfix "><div class="vc_gitem-animated-block" ><div class="vc_gitem-zone vc_gitem-zone-a vc-gitem-zone-height-mode-auto vc-gitem-zone-height-mode-auto-1-1 vc_gitem-is-link" style="background-image: url('https://whky.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/06/Playground-Mulberry-Recreation-Center-Pic-One-061025.jpg') !important;"><a href="https://whky.com/playground-at-lenoir-recreation-center-closed-for-installation-of-new-equipment/" title="Playground At Lenoir Recreation Center Closed For Installation Of New Equipment" class="vc_gitem-link vc-zone-link" ></a><img class="vc_gitem-zone-img" src="https://whky.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/06/Playground-Mulberry-Recreation-Center-Pic-One-061025.jpg" alt="Playground At Lenoir Recreation Center Closed For Installation Of New Equipment" loading="lazy"><div class="vc_gitem-zone-mini"></div></div></div><div class="vc_gitem-zone vc_gitem-zone-c vc_custom_1419240516480"><div class="vc_gitem-zone-mini"><div class="vc_gitem_row vc_row vc_gitem-row-position-top"><div class="vc_col-sm-12 vc_gitem-col vc_gitem-col-align-"><div class="vc_custom_heading vc_gitem-post-data vc_gitem-post-data-source-post_title" ><h4 style="text-align: left" >Playground At Lenoir Recreation Center Closed For Installation Of New Equipment</h4></div><div class="vc_custom_heading vc_gitem-post-data vc_gitem-post-data-source-post_excerpt" ><p style="text-align: left" ><p>The playground at Mulberry Recreation Center in Lenoir is closed for now. Workers will be installing the new equipment this week. Staff asks that parents and children avoid the area&hellip;</p> </p></div><div class="vc_btn3-container vc_btn3-left"><a class="vc_general vc_btn3 vc_btn3-size-md vc_btn3-shape-rounded vc_btn3-style-flat vc_btn3-color-juicy-pink" a href="https://whky.com/playground-at-lenoir-recreation-center-closed-for-installation-of-new-equipment/" class="vc_gitem-link vc_general vc_btn3 vc_general vc_btn3 vc_btn3-size-md vc_btn3-shape-rounded vc_btn3-style-flat vc_btn3-color-juicy-pink" title="Read more">Read more</a></div></div></div></div></div></div><div class="vc_clearfix"></div></div><div class="vc_grid-item vc_clearfix vc_col-sm-3 vc_grid-item-zone-c-bottom"><div class="vc_grid-item-mini vc_clearfix "><div class="vc_gitem-animated-block" ><div class="vc_gitem-zone vc_gitem-zone-a vc-gitem-zone-height-mode-auto vc-gitem-zone-height-mode-auto-1-1 vc_gitem-is-link" style="background-image: url('https://whky.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/06/Funeral-Procession-Map-Hickory-061025-1-1024x791.jpg') !important;"><a href="https://whky.com/funeral-procession-scheduled-wednesday-for-hickory-firefighter/" title="Funeral Procession Scheduled Wednesday For Hickory Firefighter" class="vc_gitem-link vc-zone-link" ></a><img class="vc_gitem-zone-img" src="https://whky.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/06/Funeral-Procession-Map-Hickory-061025-1-1024x791.jpg" alt="Funeral Procession Scheduled Wednesday For Hickory Firefighter" loading="lazy"><div class="vc_gitem-zone-mini"></div></div></div><div class="vc_gitem-zone vc_gitem-zone-c vc_custom_1419240516480"><div class="vc_gitem-zone-mini"><div class="vc_gitem_row vc_row vc_gitem-row-position-top"><div class="vc_col-sm-12 vc_gitem-col vc_gitem-col-align-"><div class="vc_custom_heading vc_gitem-post-data vc_gitem-post-data-source-post_title" ><h4 style="text-align: left" >Funeral Procession Scheduled Wednesday For Hickory Firefighter</h4></div><div class="vc_custom_heading vc_gitem-post-data vc_gitem-post-data-source-post_excerpt" ><p style="text-align: left" ><p>A funeral procession and memorial to honor Hickory Firefighter Jake Bridges, who passed away at the age of 20 on June 5, will be held this Wednesday, June 11. Family,&hellip;</p> </p></div><div class="vc_btn3-container vc_btn3-left"><a class="vc_general vc_btn3 vc_btn3-size-md vc_btn3-shape-rounded vc_btn3-style-flat vc_btn3-color-juicy-pink" a href="https://whky.com/funeral-procession-scheduled-wednesday-for-hickory-firefighter/" class="vc_gitem-link vc_general vc_btn3 vc_general vc_btn3 vc_btn3-size-md vc_btn3-shape-rounded vc_btn3-style-flat vc_btn3-color-juicy-pink" title="Read more">Read more</a></div></div></div></div></div></div><div class="vc_clearfix"></div></div><div class="vc_grid-item vc_clearfix vc_col-sm-3 vc_grid-item-zone-c-bottom"><div class="vc_grid-item-mini vc_clearfix "><div class="vc_gitem-animated-block" ><div class="vc_gitem-zone vc_gitem-zone-a vc-gitem-zone-height-mode-auto vc-gitem-zone-height-mode-auto-1-1 vc_gitem-is-link" style="background-image: url('https://whky.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/06/WHKY-85th-Anniversary-Logo-061025.jpg') !important;"><a href="https://whky.com/today-marks-whky-radios-85th-anniversary/" title="Today Marks WHKY Radio&#8217;s 85th Anniversary" class="vc_gitem-link vc-zone-link" ></a><img class="vc_gitem-zone-img" src="https://whky.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/06/WHKY-85th-Anniversary-Logo-061025.jpg" alt="Today Marks WHKY Radio's 85th Anniversary" loading="lazy"><div class="vc_gitem-zone-mini"></div></div></div><div class="vc_gitem-zone vc_gitem-zone-c vc_custom_1419240516480"><div class="vc_gitem-zone-mini"><div class="vc_gitem_row vc_row vc_gitem-row-position-top"><div class="vc_col-sm-12 vc_gitem-col vc_gitem-col-align-"><div class="vc_custom_heading vc_gitem-post-data vc_gitem-post-data-source-post_title" ><h4 style="text-align: left" >Today Marks WHKY Radio&#8217;s 85th Anniversary</h4></div><div class="vc_custom_heading vc_gitem-post-data vc_gitem-post-data-source-post_excerpt" ><p style="text-align: left" ><p>WHKY Radio celebrates 85 years on the air today (June 10). On June 10, 1940, the station first signed on. During World War II, getting equipment was difficult, but station&hellip;</p> </p></div><div class="vc_btn3-container vc_btn3-left"><a class="vc_general vc_btn3 vc_btn3-size-md vc_btn3-shape-rounded vc_btn3-style-flat vc_btn3-color-juicy-pink" a href="https://whky.com/today-marks-whky-radios-85th-anniversary/" class="vc_gitem-link vc_general vc_btn3 vc_general vc_btn3 vc_btn3-size-md vc_btn3-shape-rounded vc_btn3-style-flat vc_btn3-color-juicy-pink" title="Read more">Read more</a></div></div></div></div></div></div><div class="vc_clearfix"></div></div><div class="vc_grid-item vc_clearfix vc_col-sm-3 vc_grid-item-zone-c-bottom"><div class="vc_grid-item-mini vc_clearfix "><div class="vc_gitem-animated-block" ><div class="vc_gitem-zone vc_gitem-zone-a vc-gitem-zone-height-mode-auto vc-gitem-zone-height-mode-auto-1-1 vc_gitem-is-link" style="background-image: url('https://whky.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/06/IMG_0184-768x1024.jpeg') !important;"><a href="https://whky.com/man-killed-in-sunday-morning-shooting-in-newton-identified/" title="Man Killed In Sunday Morning Shooting In Newton Identified" class="vc_gitem-link vc-zone-link" ></a><img class="vc_gitem-zone-img" src="https://whky.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/06/IMG_0184-768x1024.jpeg" alt="Man Killed In Sunday Morning Shooting In Newton Identified" loading="lazy"><div class="vc_gitem-zone-mini"></div></div></div><div class="vc_gitem-zone vc_gitem-zone-c vc_custom_1419240516480"><div class="vc_gitem-zone-mini"><div class="vc_gitem_row vc_row vc_gitem-row-position-top"><div class="vc_col-sm-12 vc_gitem-col vc_gitem-col-align-"><div class="vc_custom_heading vc_gitem-post-data vc_gitem-post-data-source-post_title" ><h4 style="text-align: left" >Man Killed In Sunday Morning Shooting In Newton Identified</h4></div><div class="vc_custom_heading vc_gitem-post-data vc_gitem-post-data-source-post_excerpt" ><p style="text-align: left" ><p>The victim of a fatal shooting that occurred Sunday morning (June 8) in Newton has been identified. Shortly after 2 a.m. Sunday the Newton Police Department received a call from&hellip;</p> </p></div><div class="vc_btn3-container vc_btn3-left"><a class="vc_general vc_btn3 vc_btn3-size-md vc_btn3-shape-rounded vc_btn3-style-flat vc_btn3-color-juicy-pink" a href="https://whky.com/man-killed-in-sunday-morning-shooting-in-newton-identified/" class="vc_gitem-link vc_general vc_btn3 vc_general vc_btn3 vc_btn3-size-md vc_btn3-shape-rounded vc_btn3-style-flat vc_btn3-color-juicy-pink" title="Read more">Read more</a></div></div></div></div></div></div><div class="vc_clearfix"></div></div><div class="vc_grid-item vc_clearfix vc_col-sm-3 vc_grid-item-zone-c-bottom"><div class="vc_grid-item-mini vc_clearfix "><div class="vc_gitem-animated-block" ><div class="vc_gitem-zone vc_gitem-zone-a vc-gitem-zone-height-mode-auto vc-gitem-zone-height-mode-auto-1-1 vc_gitem-is-link" style="background-image: url('https://whky.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/07/NCDOT-073021.jpg') !important;"><a href="https://whky.com/roundabout-to-be-constructed-to-improve-safety-near-caldwell-county-schools/" title="Roundabout To Be Constructed To Improve Safety Near Caldwell County Schools" class="vc_gitem-link vc-zone-link" ></a><img class="vc_gitem-zone-img" src="https://whky.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/07/NCDOT-073021.jpg" alt="Roundabout To Be Constructed To Improve Safety Near Caldwell County Schools" loading="lazy"><div class="vc_gitem-zone-mini"></div></div></div><div class="vc_gitem-zone vc_gitem-zone-c vc_custom_1419240516480"><div class="vc_gitem-zone-mini"><div class="vc_gitem_row vc_row vc_gitem-row-position-top"><div class="vc_col-sm-12 vc_gitem-col vc_gitem-col-align-"><div class="vc_custom_heading vc_gitem-post-data vc_gitem-post-data-source-post_title" ><h4 style="text-align: left" >Roundabout To Be Constructed To Improve Safety Near Caldwell County Schools</h4></div><div class="vc_custom_heading vc_gitem-post-data vc_gitem-post-data-source-post_excerpt" ><p style="text-align: left" ><p>A contractor for the N.C. Department of Transportation (NCDOT) can begin operations this week to build a roundabout at an intersection in Caldwell County to improve safety near two schools.&hellip;</p> </p></div><div class="vc_btn3-container vc_btn3-left"><a class="vc_general vc_btn3 vc_btn3-size-md vc_btn3-shape-rounded vc_btn3-style-flat vc_btn3-color-juicy-pink" a href="https://whky.com/roundabout-to-be-constructed-to-improve-safety-near-caldwell-county-schools/" class="vc_gitem-link vc_general vc_btn3 vc_general vc_btn3 vc_btn3-size-md vc_btn3-shape-rounded vc_btn3-style-flat vc_btn3-color-juicy-pink" title="Read more">Read more</a></div></div></div></div></div></div><div class="vc_clearfix"></div></div><div class="vc_grid-item vc_clearfix vc_col-sm-3 vc_grid-item-zone-c-bottom"><div class="vc_grid-item-mini vc_clearfix "><div class="vc_gitem-animated-block" ><div class="vc_gitem-zone vc_gitem-zone-a vc-gitem-zone-height-mode-auto vc-gitem-zone-height-mode-auto-1-1 vc_gitem-is-link" style="background-image: url('https://whky.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/06/Bail-Scam-Pic-061025.jpg') !important;"><a href="https://whky.com/n-c-insurance-commissioner-warns-of-bail-scam/" title="N.C. Insurance Commissioner Warns Of Bail Scam" class="vc_gitem-link vc-zone-link" ></a><img class="vc_gitem-zone-img" src="https://whky.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/06/Bail-Scam-Pic-061025.jpg" alt="N.C. Insurance Commissioner Warns Of Bail Scam" loading="lazy"><div class="vc_gitem-zone-mini"></div></div></div><div class="vc_gitem-zone vc_gitem-zone-c vc_custom_1419240516480"><div class="vc_gitem-zone-mini"><div class="vc_gitem_row vc_row vc_gitem-row-position-top"><div class="vc_col-sm-12 vc_gitem-col vc_gitem-col-align-"><div class="vc_custom_heading vc_gitem-post-data vc_gitem-post-data-source-post_title" ><h4 style="text-align: left" >N.C. Insurance Commissioner Warns Of Bail Scam</h4></div><div class="vc_custom_heading vc_gitem-post-data vc_gitem-post-data-source-post_excerpt" ><p style="text-align: left" ><p>North Carolina Insurance Commissioner Mike Causey is alerting North Carolinians to be on the lookout for a new phone scam making the rounds across the state, leading to several recent&hellip;</p> </p></div><div class="vc_btn3-container vc_btn3-left"><a class="vc_general vc_btn3 vc_btn3-size-md vc_btn3-shape-rounded vc_btn3-style-flat vc_btn3-color-juicy-pink" a href="https://whky.com/n-c-insurance-commissioner-warns-of-bail-scam/" class="vc_gitem-link vc_general vc_btn3 vc_general vc_btn3 vc_btn3-size-md vc_btn3-shape-rounded vc_btn3-style-flat vc_btn3-color-juicy-pink" title="Read more">Read more</a></div></div></div></div></div></div><div class="vc_clearfix"></div></div><div class="vc_grid-item vc_clearfix vc_col-sm-3 vc_grid-item-zone-c-bottom"><div class="vc_grid-item-mini vc_clearfix "><div class="vc_gitem-animated-block" ><div class="vc_gitem-zone vc_gitem-zone-a vc-gitem-zone-height-mode-auto vc-gitem-zone-height-mode-auto-1-1 vc_gitem-is-link" style="background-image: url('https://whky.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/06/Lung-Cancer-Screening-Pic-061025-1024x1024.jpg') !important;"><a href="https://whky.com/frye-regional-medical-center-offering-lung-cancer-screening/" title="Frye Regional Medical Center Offering Lung Cancer Screening" class="vc_gitem-link vc-zone-link" ></a><img class="vc_gitem-zone-img" src="https://whky.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/06/Lung-Cancer-Screening-Pic-061025-1024x1024.jpg" alt="Frye Regional Medical Center Offering Lung Cancer Screening" loading="lazy"><div class="vc_gitem-zone-mini"></div></div></div><div class="vc_gitem-zone vc_gitem-zone-c vc_custom_1419240516480"><div class="vc_gitem-zone-mini"><div class="vc_gitem_row vc_row vc_gitem-row-position-top"><div class="vc_col-sm-12 vc_gitem-col vc_gitem-col-align-"><div class="vc_custom_heading vc_gitem-post-data vc_gitem-post-data-source-post_title" ><h4 style="text-align: left" >Frye Regional Medical Center Offering Lung Cancer Screening</h4></div><div class="vc_custom_heading vc_gitem-post-data vc_gitem-post-data-source-post_excerpt" ><p style="text-align: left" ><p>Frye Regional Medical Center, a Duke LifePoint hospital, now offers low-dose computed tomography (LDCT) screening to help detect lung cancer in patients who meet specific eligibility criteria. This recommended yearly&hellip;</p> </p></div><div class="vc_btn3-container vc_btn3-left"><a class="vc_general vc_btn3 vc_btn3-size-md vc_btn3-shape-rounded vc_btn3-style-flat vc_btn3-color-juicy-pink" a href="https://whky.com/frye-regional-medical-center-offering-lung-cancer-screening/" class="vc_gitem-link vc_general vc_btn3 vc_general vc_btn3 vc_btn3-size-md vc_btn3-shape-rounded vc_btn3-style-flat vc_btn3-color-juicy-pink" title="Read more">Read more</a></div></div></div></div></div></div><div class="vc_clearfix"></div></div><div class="vc_grid-item vc_clearfix vc_col-sm-3 vc_grid-item-zone-c-bottom"><div class="vc_grid-item-mini vc_clearfix "><div class="vc_gitem-animated-block" ><div class="vc_gitem-zone vc_gitem-zone-a vc-gitem-zone-height-mode-auto vc-gitem-zone-height-mode-auto-1-1 vc_gitem-is-link" style="background-image: url('https://whky.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/08/NCDOT-Logo-081822.jpg') !important;"><a href="https://whky.com/iredell-county-road-closure-announced/" title="Iredell County Road Closure Announced" class="vc_gitem-link vc-zone-link" ></a><img class="vc_gitem-zone-img" src="https://whky.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/08/NCDOT-Logo-081822.jpg" alt="Iredell County Road Closure Announced" loading="lazy"><div class="vc_gitem-zone-mini"></div></div></div><div class="vc_gitem-zone vc_gitem-zone-c vc_custom_1419240516480"><div class="vc_gitem-zone-mini"><div class="vc_gitem_row vc_row vc_gitem-row-position-top"><div class="vc_col-sm-12 vc_gitem-col vc_gitem-col-align-"><div class="vc_custom_heading vc_gitem-post-data vc_gitem-post-data-source-post_title" ><h4 style="text-align: left" >Iredell County Road Closure Announced</h4></div><div class="vc_custom_heading vc_gitem-post-data vc_gitem-post-data-source-post_excerpt" ><p style="text-align: left" ><p>N.C. Department of Transportation maintenance crews will close a section of Bacon Road north of Love Valley Road in Iredell County starting this morning (June 10) weather permitting. The closure&hellip;</p> </p></div><div class="vc_btn3-container vc_btn3-left"><a class="vc_general vc_btn3 vc_btn3-size-md vc_btn3-shape-rounded vc_btn3-style-flat vc_btn3-color-juicy-pink" a href="https://whky.com/iredell-county-road-closure-announced/" class="vc_gitem-link vc_general vc_btn3 vc_general vc_btn3 vc_btn3-size-md vc_btn3-shape-rounded vc_btn3-style-flat vc_btn3-color-juicy-pink" title="Read more">Read more</a></div></div></div></div></div></div><div class="vc_clearfix"></div></div><div class="vc_grid-item vc_clearfix vc_col-sm-3 vc_grid-item-zone-c-bottom"><div class="vc_grid-item-mini vc_clearfix "><div class="vc_gitem-animated-block" ><div class="vc_gitem-zone vc_gitem-zone-a vc-gitem-zone-height-mode-auto vc-gitem-zone-height-mode-auto-1-1 vc_gitem-is-link" style="background-image: url('https://whky.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/06/NC-SAFE-061025.jpg') !important;"><a href="https://whky.com/governor-makes-appearance-to-highlight-safe-firearm-storage/" title="Governor Makes Appearance To Highlight Safe Firearm Storage" class="vc_gitem-link vc-zone-link" ></a><img class="vc_gitem-zone-img" src="https://whky.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/06/NC-SAFE-061025.jpg" alt="Governor Makes Appearance To Highlight Safe Firearm Storage" loading="lazy"><div class="vc_gitem-zone-mini"></div></div></div><div class="vc_gitem-zone vc_gitem-zone-c vc_custom_1419240516480"><div class="vc_gitem-zone-mini"><div class="vc_gitem_row vc_row vc_gitem-row-position-top"><div class="vc_col-sm-12 vc_gitem-col vc_gitem-col-align-"><div class="vc_custom_heading vc_gitem-post-data vc_gitem-post-data-source-post_title" ><h4 style="text-align: left" >Governor Makes Appearance To Highlight Safe Firearm Storage</h4></div><div class="vc_custom_heading vc_gitem-post-data vc_gitem-post-data-source-post_excerpt" ><p style="text-align: left" ><p>On Friday (June 6) Governor Josh Stein joined Deputy Secretary William Lassiter, Elizabeth City Police Chief Eddie Graham Jr, and gun safety proponents to highlight NC S.A.F.E.’s (Secure All Firearms&hellip;</p> </p></div><div class="vc_btn3-container vc_btn3-left"><a class="vc_general vc_btn3 vc_btn3-size-md vc_btn3-shape-rounded vc_btn3-style-flat vc_btn3-color-juicy-pink" a href="https://whky.com/governor-makes-appearance-to-highlight-safe-firearm-storage/" class="vc_gitem-link vc_general vc_btn3 vc_general vc_btn3 vc_btn3-size-md vc_btn3-shape-rounded vc_btn3-style-flat vc_btn3-color-juicy-pink" title="Read more">Read more</a></div></div></div></div></div></div><div class="vc_clearfix"></div></div><div class="vc_grid-item vc_clearfix vc_col-sm-3 vc_grid-item-zone-c-bottom"><div class="vc_grid-item-mini vc_clearfix "><div class="vc_gitem-animated-block" ><div class="vc_gitem-zone vc_gitem-zone-a vc-gitem-zone-height-mode-auto vc-gitem-zone-height-mode-auto-1-1 vc_gitem-is-link" style="background-image: url('https://whky.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/06/Firefighter-Jake-Bridges-Procession-Map-060925-1024x792.jpg') !important;"><a href="https://whky.com/fallen-hickory-firefighter-to-be-honored-as-he-is-transported-to-funeral-home-from-winston-salem/" title="Fallen Hickory Firefighter To Be Honored As He Is Transported To Funeral Home From Winston-Salem" class="vc_gitem-link vc-zone-link" ></a><img class="vc_gitem-zone-img" src="https://whky.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/06/Firefighter-Jake-Bridges-Procession-Map-060925-1024x792.jpg" alt="Fallen Hickory Firefighter To Be Honored As He Is Transported To Funeral Home From Winston-Salem" loading="lazy"><div class="vc_gitem-zone-mini"></div></div></div><div class="vc_gitem-zone vc_gitem-zone-c vc_custom_1419240516480"><div class="vc_gitem-zone-mini"><div class="vc_gitem_row vc_row vc_gitem-row-position-top"><div class="vc_col-sm-12 vc_gitem-col vc_gitem-col-align-"><div class="vc_custom_heading vc_gitem-post-data vc_gitem-post-data-source-post_title" ><h4 style="text-align: left" >Fallen Hickory Firefighter To Be Honored As He Is Transported To Funeral Home From Winston-Salem</h4></div><div class="vc_custom_heading vc_gitem-post-data vc_gitem-post-data-source-post_excerpt" ><p style="text-align: left" ><p>Hickory Firefighter Jake Bridges, who passed away last week, will be transported today (June 9) from Winston-Salem to Catawba County. His fellow firefighters will be in a procession to bring&hellip;</p> </p></div><div class="vc_btn3-container vc_btn3-left"><a class="vc_general vc_btn3 vc_btn3-size-md vc_btn3-shape-rounded vc_btn3-style-flat vc_btn3-color-juicy-pink" a href="https://whky.com/fallen-hickory-firefighter-to-be-honored-as-he-is-transported-to-funeral-home-from-winston-salem/" class="vc_gitem-link vc_general vc_btn3 vc_general vc_btn3 vc_btn3-size-md vc_btn3-shape-rounded vc_btn3-style-flat vc_btn3-color-juicy-pink" title="Read more">Read more</a></div></div></div></div></div></div><div class="vc_clearfix"></div></div><div class="vc_grid-item vc_clearfix vc_col-sm-3 vc_grid-item-zone-c-bottom"><div class="vc_grid-item-mini vc_clearfix "><div class="vc_gitem-animated-block" ><div class="vc_gitem-zone vc_gitem-zone-a vc-gitem-zone-height-mode-auto vc-gitem-zone-height-mode-auto-1-1 vc_gitem-is-link" style="background-image: url('https://whky.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/09/Highway-Patrol-Patch-091222.jpg') !important;"><a href="https://whky.com/eight-year-old-child-dies-in-burke-county-crash-charges-possible/" title="Eight-Year-Old Child Dies In Burke County Crash, Charges Possible" class="vc_gitem-link vc-zone-link" ></a><img class="vc_gitem-zone-img" src="https://whky.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/09/Highway-Patrol-Patch-091222.jpg" alt="Eight-Year-Old Child Dies In Burke County Crash, Charges Possible" loading="lazy"><div class="vc_gitem-zone-mini"></div></div></div><div class="vc_gitem-zone vc_gitem-zone-c vc_custom_1419240516480"><div class="vc_gitem-zone-mini"><div class="vc_gitem_row vc_row vc_gitem-row-position-top"><div class="vc_col-sm-12 vc_gitem-col vc_gitem-col-align-"><div class="vc_custom_heading vc_gitem-post-data vc_gitem-post-data-source-post_title" ><h4 style="text-align: left" >Eight-Year-Old Child Dies In Burke County Crash, Charges Possible</h4></div><div class="vc_custom_heading vc_gitem-post-data vc_gitem-post-data-source-post_excerpt" ><p style="text-align: left" ><p>A child was killed in a crash in Burke County over the weekend. Sunday (June 8) at approximately 6:30 p.m., the NC State Highway Patrol responded to US 70 near&hellip;</p> </p></div><div class="vc_btn3-container vc_btn3-left"><a class="vc_general vc_btn3 vc_btn3-size-md vc_btn3-shape-rounded vc_btn3-style-flat vc_btn3-color-juicy-pink" a href="https://whky.com/eight-year-old-child-dies-in-burke-county-crash-charges-possible/" class="vc_gitem-link vc_general vc_btn3 vc_general vc_btn3 vc_btn3-size-md vc_btn3-shape-rounded vc_btn3-style-flat vc_btn3-color-juicy-pink" title="Read more">Read more</a></div></div></div></div></div></div><div class="vc_clearfix"></div></div><div class="vc_grid-item vc_clearfix vc_col-sm-3 vc_grid-item-zone-c-bottom"><div class="vc_grid-item-mini vc_clearfix "><div class="vc_gitem-animated-block" ><div class="vc_gitem-zone vc_gitem-zone-a vc-gitem-zone-height-mode-auto vc-gitem-zone-height-mode-auto-1-1 vc_gitem-is-link" style="background-image: url('https://whky.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/06/NCDMV-Text-Scams-Pic-060925.jpg') !important;"><a href="https://whky.com/n-c-attorney-general-issues-advisory-regarding-ncdmv-impersonation-scams/" title="N.C. Attorney General Issues Advisory Regarding NCDMV Impersonation Scams" class="vc_gitem-link vc-zone-link" ></a><img class="vc_gitem-zone-img" src="https://whky.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/06/NCDMV-Text-Scams-Pic-060925.jpg" alt="N.C. Attorney General Issues Advisory Regarding NCDMV Impersonation Scams" loading="lazy"><div class="vc_gitem-zone-mini"></div></div></div><div class="vc_gitem-zone vc_gitem-zone-c vc_custom_1419240516480"><div class="vc_gitem-zone-mini"><div class="vc_gitem_row vc_row vc_gitem-row-position-top"><div class="vc_col-sm-12 vc_gitem-col vc_gitem-col-align-"><div class="vc_custom_heading vc_gitem-post-data vc_gitem-post-data-source-post_title" ><h4 style="text-align: left" >N.C. Attorney General Issues Advisory Regarding NCDMV Impersonation Scams</h4></div><div class="vc_custom_heading vc_gitem-post-data vc_gitem-post-data-source-post_excerpt" ><p style="text-align: left" ><p>Attorney General Jeff Jackson is warning North Carolinians to be on the lookout for text scams impersonating the North Carolina Department of Motor Vehicles (NCDMV) and demanding that people pay&hellip;</p> </p></div><div class="vc_btn3-container vc_btn3-left"><a class="vc_general vc_btn3 vc_btn3-size-md vc_btn3-shape-rounded vc_btn3-style-flat vc_btn3-color-juicy-pink" a href="https://whky.com/n-c-attorney-general-issues-advisory-regarding-ncdmv-impersonation-scams/" class="vc_gitem-link vc_general vc_btn3 vc_general vc_btn3 vc_btn3-size-md vc_btn3-shape-rounded vc_btn3-style-flat vc_btn3-color-juicy-pink" title="Read more">Read more</a></div></div></div></div></div></div><div class="vc_clearfix"></div></div><div class="vc_grid-item vc_clearfix vc_col-sm-3 vc_grid-item-zone-c-bottom"><div class="vc_grid-item-mini vc_clearfix "><div class="vc_gitem-animated-block" ><div class="vc_gitem-zone vc_gitem-zone-a vc-gitem-zone-height-mode-auto vc-gitem-zone-height-mode-auto-1-1 vc_gitem-is-link" style="background-image: url('https://whky.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/06/Chimney-Rock-State-Park-060925.jpg') !important;"><a href="https://whky.com/chimney-rock-state-park-to-reopen-later-this-month/" title="Chimney Rock State Park To Reopen Later This Month" class="vc_gitem-link vc-zone-link" ></a><img class="vc_gitem-zone-img" src="https://whky.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/06/Chimney-Rock-State-Park-060925.jpg" alt="Chimney Rock State Park To Reopen Later This Month" loading="lazy"><div class="vc_gitem-zone-mini"></div></div></div><div class="vc_gitem-zone vc_gitem-zone-c vc_custom_1419240516480"><div class="vc_gitem-zone-mini"><div class="vc_gitem_row vc_row vc_gitem-row-position-top"><div class="vc_col-sm-12 vc_gitem-col vc_gitem-col-align-"><div class="vc_custom_heading vc_gitem-post-data vc_gitem-post-data-source-post_title" ><h4 style="text-align: left" >Chimney Rock State Park To Reopen Later This Month</h4></div><div class="vc_custom_heading vc_gitem-post-data vc_gitem-post-data-source-post_excerpt" ><p style="text-align: left" ><p>The N.C. Department of Natural and Cultural Resources and N.C. State Parks has announced that Chimney Rock State Park and the Chimney Rock attraction will reopen to visitors on Friday,&hellip;</p> </p></div><div class="vc_btn3-container vc_btn3-left"><a class="vc_general vc_btn3 vc_btn3-size-md vc_btn3-shape-rounded vc_btn3-style-flat vc_btn3-color-juicy-pink" a href="https://whky.com/chimney-rock-state-park-to-reopen-later-this-month/" class="vc_gitem-link vc_general vc_btn3 vc_general vc_btn3 vc_btn3-size-md vc_btn3-shape-rounded vc_btn3-style-flat vc_btn3-color-juicy-pink" title="Read more">Read more</a></div></div></div></div></div></div><div class="vc_clearfix"></div></div><div class="vc_grid-item vc_clearfix vc_col-sm-3 vc_grid-item-zone-c-bottom"><div class="vc_grid-item-mini vc_clearfix "><div class="vc_gitem-animated-block" ><div class="vc_gitem-zone vc_gitem-zone-a vc-gitem-zone-height-mode-auto vc-gitem-zone-height-mode-auto-1-1 vc_gitem-is-link" style="background-image: url('https://whky.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/06/HOPE-for-Caldwell-Pic-060925-1024x1024.jpg') !important;"><a href="https://whky.com/initiative-formed-to-prevent-substance-misuse-announces-winners-of-fentanyl-awareness-challenge/" title="Initiative Formed To Prevent Substance Misuse Announces Winners Of Fentanyl Awareness Challenge" class="vc_gitem-link vc-zone-link" ></a><img class="vc_gitem-zone-img" src="https://whky.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/06/HOPE-for-Caldwell-Pic-060925-1024x1024.jpg" alt="Initiative Formed To Prevent Substance Misuse Announces Winners Of Fentanyl Awareness Challenge" loading="lazy"><div class="vc_gitem-zone-mini"></div></div></div><div class="vc_gitem-zone vc_gitem-zone-c vc_custom_1419240516480"><div class="vc_gitem-zone-mini"><div class="vc_gitem_row vc_row vc_gitem-row-position-top"><div class="vc_col-sm-12 vc_gitem-col vc_gitem-col-align-"><div class="vc_custom_heading vc_gitem-post-data vc_gitem-post-data-source-post_title" ><h4 style="text-align: left" >Initiative Formed To Prevent Substance Misuse Announces Winners Of Fentanyl Awareness Challenge</h4></div><div class="vc_custom_heading vc_gitem-post-data vc_gitem-post-data-source-post_excerpt" ><p style="text-align: left" ><p>HOPE for Caldwell, a local coalition dedicated to preventing substance misuse and promoting community well-being, proudly announces the winners of its inaugural Fentanyl Awareness Challenge, a youth-led initiative designed to&hellip;</p> </p></div><div class="vc_btn3-container vc_btn3-left"><a class="vc_general vc_btn3 vc_btn3-size-md vc_btn3-shape-rounded vc_btn3-style-flat vc_btn3-color-juicy-pink" a href="https://whky.com/initiative-formed-to-prevent-substance-misuse-announces-winners-of-fentanyl-awareness-challenge/" class="vc_gitem-link vc_general vc_btn3 vc_general vc_btn3 vc_btn3-size-md vc_btn3-shape-rounded vc_btn3-style-flat vc_btn3-color-juicy-pink" title="Read more">Read more</a></div></div></div></div></div></div><div class="vc_clearfix"></div></div><div class="vc_grid-item vc_clearfix vc_col-sm-3 vc_grid-item-zone-c-bottom"><div class="vc_grid-item-mini vc_clearfix "><div class="vc_gitem-animated-block" ><div class="vc_gitem-zone vc_gitem-zone-a vc-gitem-zone-height-mode-auto vc-gitem-zone-height-mode-auto-1-1 vc_gitem-is-link" style="background-image: url('https://whky.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/06/IMG_0212.jpeg') !important;"><a href="https://whky.com/standoff-reported-in-catawba-county/" title="Standoff Reported In Catawba County" class="vc_gitem-link vc-zone-link" ></a><img class="vc_gitem-zone-img" src="https://whky.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/06/IMG_0212.jpeg" alt="Standoff Reported In Catawba County" loading="lazy"><div class="vc_gitem-zone-mini"></div></div></div><div class="vc_gitem-zone vc_gitem-zone-c vc_custom_1419240516480"><div class="vc_gitem-zone-mini"><div class="vc_gitem_row vc_row vc_gitem-row-position-top"><div class="vc_col-sm-12 vc_gitem-col vc_gitem-col-align-"><div class="vc_custom_heading vc_gitem-post-data vc_gitem-post-data-source-post_title" ><h4 style="text-align: left" >Standoff Reported In Catawba County</h4></div><div class="vc_custom_heading vc_gitem-post-data vc_gitem-post-data-source-post_excerpt" ><p style="text-align: left" ><p>Catawba County Authorities are on the scene of what is reported as a standoff in the 6900 block of Springs Road. According to our news partner WACB, an individual has&hellip;</p> </p></div><div class="vc_btn3-container vc_btn3-left"><a class="vc_general vc_btn3 vc_btn3-size-md vc_btn3-shape-rounded vc_btn3-style-flat vc_btn3-color-juicy-pink" a href="https://whky.com/standoff-reported-in-catawba-county/" class="vc_gitem-link vc_general vc_btn3 vc_general vc_btn3 vc_btn3-size-md vc_btn3-shape-rounded vc_btn3-style-flat vc_btn3-color-juicy-pink" title="Read more">Read more</a></div></div></div></div></div></div><div class="vc_clearfix"></div></div><div class="vc_grid-item vc_clearfix vc_col-sm-3 vc_grid-item-zone-c-bottom"><div class="vc_grid-item-mini vc_clearfix "><div class="vc_gitem-animated-block" ><div class="vc_gitem-zone vc_gitem-zone-a vc-gitem-zone-height-mode-auto vc-gitem-zone-height-mode-auto-1-1 vc_gitem-is-link" style="background-image: url('https://whky.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/06/IMG_0184-768x1024.jpeg') !important;"><a href="https://whky.com/fatal-shooting-reported-this-morning-in-newton/" title="Fatal Shooting Reported This Morning In Newton" class="vc_gitem-link vc-zone-link" ></a><img class="vc_gitem-zone-img" src="https://whky.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/06/IMG_0184-768x1024.jpeg" alt="Fatal Shooting Reported This Morning In Newton" loading="lazy"><div class="vc_gitem-zone-mini"></div></div></div><div class="vc_gitem-zone vc_gitem-zone-c vc_custom_1419240516480"><div class="vc_gitem-zone-mini"><div class="vc_gitem_row vc_row vc_gitem-row-position-top"><div class="vc_col-sm-12 vc_gitem-col vc_gitem-col-align-"><div class="vc_custom_heading vc_gitem-post-data vc_gitem-post-data-source-post_title" ><h4 style="text-align: left" >Fatal Shooting Reported This Morning In Newton</h4></div><div class="vc_custom_heading vc_gitem-post-data vc_gitem-post-data-source-post_excerpt" ><p style="text-align: left" ><p>One person was killed and another was injured in a shooting early this morning (June 8) in Newton. Shortly after 2 a.m. today the Newton Police Department received a call&hellip;</p> </p></div><div class="vc_btn3-container vc_btn3-left"><a class="vc_general vc_btn3 vc_btn3-size-md vc_btn3-shape-rounded vc_btn3-style-flat vc_btn3-color-juicy-pink" a href="https://whky.com/fatal-shooting-reported-this-morning-in-newton/" class="vc_gitem-link vc_general vc_btn3 vc_general vc_btn3 vc_btn3-size-md vc_btn3-shape-rounded vc_btn3-style-flat vc_btn3-color-juicy-pink" title="Read more">Read more</a></div></div></div></div></div></div><div class="vc_clearfix"></div></div><div class="vc_grid-item vc_clearfix vc_col-sm-3 vc_grid-item-zone-c-bottom"><div class="vc_grid-item-mini vc_clearfix "><div class="vc_gitem-animated-block" ><div class="vc_gitem-zone vc_gitem-zone-a vc-gitem-zone-height-mode-auto vc-gitem-zone-height-mode-auto-1-1 vc_gitem-is-link" style="background-image: url('https://whky.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/06/IMG_0148.jpeg') !important;"><a href="https://whky.com/man-charged-with-shooting-into-homes-of-neighbors/" title="Man Charged With Shooting Into Homes Of Neighbors" class="vc_gitem-link vc-zone-link" ></a><img class="vc_gitem-zone-img" src="https://whky.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/06/IMG_0148.jpeg" alt="Man Charged With Shooting Into Homes Of Neighbors" loading="lazy"><div class="vc_gitem-zone-mini"></div></div></div><div class="vc_gitem-zone vc_gitem-zone-c vc_custom_1419240516480"><div class="vc_gitem-zone-mini"><div class="vc_gitem_row vc_row vc_gitem-row-position-top"><div class="vc_col-sm-12 vc_gitem-col vc_gitem-col-align-"><div class="vc_custom_heading vc_gitem-post-data vc_gitem-post-data-source-post_title" ><h4 style="text-align: left" >Man Charged With Shooting Into Homes Of Neighbors</h4></div><div class="vc_custom_heading vc_gitem-post-data vc_gitem-post-data-source-post_excerpt" ><p style="text-align: left" ><p>30-year-old Zackery Ryan Gardner of English Oak Drive in Lincolnton was arrested Saturday (June 7) charged with 10 felony counts of shooting into an occupied property. On Saturday, deputies with&hellip;</p> </p></div><div class="vc_btn3-container vc_btn3-left"><a class="vc_general vc_btn3 vc_btn3-size-md vc_btn3-shape-rounded vc_btn3-style-flat vc_btn3-color-juicy-pink" a href="https://whky.com/man-charged-with-shooting-into-homes-of-neighbors/" class="vc_gitem-link vc_general vc_btn3 vc_general vc_btn3 vc_btn3-size-md vc_btn3-shape-rounded vc_btn3-style-flat vc_btn3-color-juicy-pink" title="Read more">Read more</a></div></div></div></div></div></div><div class="vc_clearfix"></div></div><div class="vc_grid-item vc_clearfix vc_col-sm-3 vc_grid-item-zone-c-bottom"><div class="vc_grid-item-mini vc_clearfix "><div class="vc_gitem-animated-block" ><div class="vc_gitem-zone vc_gitem-zone-a vc-gitem-zone-height-mode-auto vc-gitem-zone-height-mode-auto-1-1 vc_gitem-is-link" style="background-image: url('https://whky.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/01/Fatal-Crash-Generic-Graphic-010623.jpg') !important;"><a href="https://whky.com/man-killed-in-fatal-crash/" title="Man Killed In Fatal Crash" class="vc_gitem-link vc-zone-link" ></a><img class="vc_gitem-zone-img" src="https://whky.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/01/Fatal-Crash-Generic-Graphic-010623.jpg" alt="Man Killed In Fatal Crash" loading="lazy"><div class="vc_gitem-zone-mini"></div></div></div><div class="vc_gitem-zone vc_gitem-zone-c vc_custom_1419240516480"><div class="vc_gitem-zone-mini"><div class="vc_gitem_row vc_row vc_gitem-row-position-top"><div class="vc_col-sm-12 vc_gitem-col vc_gitem-col-align-"><div class="vc_custom_heading vc_gitem-post-data vc_gitem-post-data-source-post_title" ><h4 style="text-align: left" >Man Killed In Fatal Crash</h4></div><div class="vc_custom_heading vc_gitem-post-data vc_gitem-post-data-source-post_excerpt" ><p style="text-align: left" ><p>A Statesville man was killed in a crash Friday (June 6) in Iredell County. The deceased is 38-year-old Elmer Adalberto Romero Giron. On Friday at approximately 7:50 p.m., the NC&hellip;</p> </p></div><div class="vc_btn3-container vc_btn3-left"><a class="vc_general vc_btn3 vc_btn3-size-md vc_btn3-shape-rounded vc_btn3-style-flat vc_btn3-color-juicy-pink" a href="https://whky.com/man-killed-in-fatal-crash/" class="vc_gitem-link vc_general vc_btn3 vc_general vc_btn3 vc_btn3-size-md vc_btn3-shape-rounded vc_btn3-style-flat vc_btn3-color-juicy-pink" title="Read more">Read more</a></div></div></div></div></div></div><div class="vc_clearfix"></div></div><div class="vc_grid-item vc_clearfix vc_col-sm-3 vc_grid-item-zone-c-bottom"><div class="vc_grid-item-mini vc_clearfix "><div class="vc_gitem-animated-block" ><div class="vc_gitem-zone vc_gitem-zone-a vc-gitem-zone-height-mode-auto vc-gitem-zone-height-mode-auto-1-1 vc_gitem-is-link" style="background-image: url('https://whky.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/06/IMG_0139.jpeg') !important;"><a href="https://whky.com/shots-reportedly-fired-at-residence-arrest-made/" title="Shots Reportedly Fired At Residence, Arrest Made" class="vc_gitem-link vc-zone-link" ></a><img class="vc_gitem-zone-img" src="https://whky.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/06/IMG_0139.jpeg" alt="Shots Reportedly Fired At Residence, Arrest Made" loading="lazy"><div class="vc_gitem-zone-mini"></div></div></div><div class="vc_gitem-zone vc_gitem-zone-c vc_custom_1419240516480"><div class="vc_gitem-zone-mini"><div class="vc_gitem_row vc_row vc_gitem-row-position-top"><div class="vc_col-sm-12 vc_gitem-col vc_gitem-col-align-"><div class="vc_custom_heading vc_gitem-post-data vc_gitem-post-data-source-post_title" ><h4 style="text-align: left" >Shots Reportedly Fired At Residence, Arrest Made</h4></div><div class="vc_custom_heading vc_gitem-post-data vc_gitem-post-data-source-post_excerpt" ><p style="text-align: left" ><p>An arrest has been made in an Alexander County case in which shots were reportedly fired. 44-year-old Christopher Edward Bryck of Taylorsville was arrested Friday (June 6) by Alexander County&hellip;</p> </p></div><div class="vc_btn3-container vc_btn3-left"><a class="vc_general vc_btn3 vc_btn3-size-md vc_btn3-shape-rounded vc_btn3-style-flat vc_btn3-color-juicy-pink" a href="https://whky.com/shots-reportedly-fired-at-residence-arrest-made/" class="vc_gitem-link vc_general vc_btn3 vc_general vc_btn3 vc_btn3-size-md vc_btn3-shape-rounded vc_btn3-style-flat vc_btn3-color-juicy-pink" title="Read more">Read more</a></div></div></div></div></div></div><div class="vc_clearfix"></div></div><div class="vc_grid-item vc_clearfix vc_col-sm-3 vc_grid-item-zone-c-bottom"><div class="vc_grid-item-mini vc_clearfix "><div class="vc_gitem-animated-block" ><div class="vc_gitem-zone vc_gitem-zone-a vc-gitem-zone-height-mode-auto vc-gitem-zone-height-mode-auto-1-1 vc_gitem-is-link" style="background-image: url('https://whky.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/06/IMG_0137.jpeg') !important;"><a href="https://whky.com/several-additional-counts-of-attempted-murder-filed-in-mass-shooting-case/" title="Several Additional Counts Of Attempted Murder Filed In Mass Shooting Case" class="vc_gitem-link vc-zone-link" ></a><img class="vc_gitem-zone-img" src="https://whky.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/06/IMG_0137.jpeg" alt="Several Additional Counts Of Attempted Murder Filed In Mass Shooting Case" loading="lazy"><div class="vc_gitem-zone-mini"></div></div></div><div class="vc_gitem-zone vc_gitem-zone-c vc_custom_1419240516480"><div class="vc_gitem-zone-mini"><div class="vc_gitem_row vc_row vc_gitem-row-position-top"><div class="vc_col-sm-12 vc_gitem-col vc_gitem-col-align-"><div class="vc_custom_heading vc_gitem-post-data vc_gitem-post-data-source-post_title" ><h4 style="text-align: left" >Several Additional Counts Of Attempted Murder Filed In Mass Shooting Case</h4></div><div class="vc_custom_heading vc_gitem-post-data vc_gitem-post-data-source-post_excerpt" ><p style="text-align: left" ><p>Four of the suspects arrested in connection to the June 1 mass shooting at a house party on Walnut Acres Drive in Mountain View face additional charges. The incident resulted&hellip;</p> </p></div><div class="vc_btn3-container vc_btn3-left"><a class="vc_general vc_btn3 vc_btn3-size-md vc_btn3-shape-rounded vc_btn3-style-flat vc_btn3-color-juicy-pink" a href="https://whky.com/several-additional-counts-of-attempted-murder-filed-in-mass-shooting-case/" class="vc_gitem-link vc_general vc_btn3 vc_general vc_btn3 vc_btn3-size-md vc_btn3-shape-rounded vc_btn3-style-flat vc_btn3-color-juicy-pink" title="Read more">Read more</a></div></div></div></div></div></div><div class="vc_clearfix"></div></div><div class="vc_grid-item vc_clearfix vc_col-sm-3 vc_grid-item-zone-c-bottom"><div class="vc_grid-item-mini vc_clearfix "><div class="vc_gitem-animated-block" ><div class="vc_gitem-zone vc_gitem-zone-a vc-gitem-zone-height-mode-auto vc-gitem-zone-height-mode-auto-1-1 vc_gitem-is-link" style="background-image: url('https://whky.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/06/Jake-Bridges-Hickory-FIre-1024x683.jpg') !important;"><a href="https://whky.com/hickory-fire-department-mourns-the-loss-of-firefighter-jake-bridges/" title="Hickory Fire Department Mourns the Loss of Firefighter Jake Bridges" class="vc_gitem-link vc-zone-link" ></a><img class="vc_gitem-zone-img" src="https://whky.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/06/Jake-Bridges-Hickory-FIre-1024x683.jpg" alt="Hickory Fire Department Mourns the Loss of Firefighter Jake Bridges" loading="lazy"><div class="vc_gitem-zone-mini"></div></div></div><div class="vc_gitem-zone vc_gitem-zone-c vc_custom_1419240516480"><div class="vc_gitem-zone-mini"><div class="vc_gitem_row vc_row vc_gitem-row-position-top"><div class="vc_col-sm-12 vc_gitem-col vc_gitem-col-align-"><div class="vc_custom_heading vc_gitem-post-data vc_gitem-post-data-source-post_title" ><h4 style="text-align: left" >Hickory Fire Department Mourns the Loss of Firefighter Jake Bridges</h4></div><div class="vc_custom_heading vc_gitem-post-data vc_gitem-post-data-source-post_excerpt" ><p style="text-align: left" ><p>In a press release from Hickory Fire Department, Chief Matt Hutchinson said “It is with a heavy heart that I deliver the news that no fire chief ever wants to&hellip;</p> </p></div><div class="vc_btn3-container vc_btn3-left"><a class="vc_general vc_btn3 vc_btn3-size-md vc_btn3-shape-rounded vc_btn3-style-flat vc_btn3-color-juicy-pink" a href="https://whky.com/hickory-fire-department-mourns-the-loss-of-firefighter-jake-bridges/" class="vc_gitem-link vc_general vc_btn3 vc_general vc_btn3 vc_btn3-size-md vc_btn3-shape-rounded vc_btn3-style-flat vc_btn3-color-juicy-pink" title="Read more">Read more</a></div></div></div></div></div></div><div class="vc_clearfix"></div></div><div class="vc_grid-item vc_clearfix vc_col-sm-3 vc_grid-item-zone-c-bottom"><div class="vc_grid-item-mini vc_clearfix "><div class="vc_gitem-animated-block" ><div class="vc_gitem-zone vc_gitem-zone-a vc-gitem-zone-height-mode-auto vc-gitem-zone-height-mode-auto-1-1 vc_gitem-is-link" style="background-image: url('https://whky.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/06/waitress-for-john-1024x666.jpg') !important;"><a href="https://whky.com/hickory-community-theatre-presents-waitress-in-the-jeffers-theatre/" title="Hickory Community Theatre presents &#8220;Waitress&#8221; in the Jeffers Theatre" class="vc_gitem-link vc-zone-link" ></a><img class="vc_gitem-zone-img" src="https://whky.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/06/waitress-for-john-1024x666.jpg" alt="Hickory Community Theatre presents "Waitress" in the Jeffers Theatre" loading="lazy"><div class="vc_gitem-zone-mini"></div></div></div><div class="vc_gitem-zone vc_gitem-zone-c vc_custom_1419240516480"><div class="vc_gitem-zone-mini"><div class="vc_gitem_row vc_row vc_gitem-row-position-top"><div class="vc_col-sm-12 vc_gitem-col vc_gitem-col-align-"><div class="vc_custom_heading vc_gitem-post-data vc_gitem-post-data-source-post_title" ><h4 style="text-align: left" >Hickory Community Theatre presents &#8220;Waitress&#8221; in the Jeffers Theatre</h4></div><div class="vc_custom_heading vc_gitem-post-data vc_gitem-post-data-source-post_excerpt" ><p style="text-align: left" ><p>Join Hickory Community Theatre for the production of &#8220;Waitress&#8221; opening June 6.  Directed by Eric Seale with music direction by Jeff Hartman. The musical centers on Jenna, a pie chef&hellip;</p> </p></div><div class="vc_btn3-container vc_btn3-left"><a class="vc_general vc_btn3 vc_btn3-size-md vc_btn3-shape-rounded vc_btn3-style-flat vc_btn3-color-juicy-pink" a href="https://whky.com/hickory-community-theatre-presents-waitress-in-the-jeffers-theatre/" class="vc_gitem-link vc_general vc_btn3 vc_general vc_btn3 vc_btn3-size-md vc_btn3-shape-rounded vc_btn3-style-flat vc_btn3-color-juicy-pink" title="Read more">Read more</a></div></div></div></div></div></div><div class="vc_clearfix"></div></div><div class="vc_grid-item vc_clearfix vc_col-sm-3 vc_grid-item-zone-c-bottom"><div class="vc_grid-item-mini vc_clearfix "><div class="vc_gitem-animated-block" ><div class="vc_gitem-zone vc_gitem-zone-a vc-gitem-zone-height-mode-auto vc-gitem-zone-height-mode-auto-1-1 vc_gitem-is-link" style="background-image: url('https://whky.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/06/Trail-street-closures-for-Hickory-Crawdads-fireworks-1024x700.png') !important;"><a href="https://whky.com/trail-street-closures-for-hickory-crawdads-fireworks/" title="Trail &#038; Street Closures for Hickory Crawdads Fireworks" class="vc_gitem-link vc-zone-link" ></a><img class="vc_gitem-zone-img" src="https://whky.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/06/Trail-street-closures-for-Hickory-Crawdads-fireworks-1024x700.png" alt="Trail & Street Closures for Hickory Crawdads Fireworks" loading="lazy"><div class="vc_gitem-zone-mini"></div></div></div><div class="vc_gitem-zone vc_gitem-zone-c vc_custom_1419240516480"><div class="vc_gitem-zone-mini"><div class="vc_gitem_row vc_row vc_gitem-row-position-top"><div class="vc_col-sm-12 vc_gitem-col vc_gitem-col-align-"><div class="vc_custom_heading vc_gitem-post-data vc_gitem-post-data-source-post_title" ><h4 style="text-align: left" >Trail &#038; Street Closures for Hickory Crawdads Fireworks</h4></div><div class="vc_custom_heading vc_gitem-post-data vc_gitem-post-data-source-post_excerpt" ><p style="text-align: left" ><p>The Hickory Crawdads will put on fireworks displays after their baseball games on June 6, June 20, July 4, July 18, July 25, Aug. 8, Aug. 22, Aug. 23, and&hellip;</p> </p></div><div class="vc_btn3-container vc_btn3-left"><a class="vc_general vc_btn3 vc_btn3-size-md vc_btn3-shape-rounded vc_btn3-style-flat vc_btn3-color-juicy-pink" a href="https://whky.com/trail-street-closures-for-hickory-crawdads-fireworks/" class="vc_gitem-link vc_general vc_btn3 vc_general vc_btn3 vc_btn3-size-md vc_btn3-shape-rounded vc_btn3-style-flat vc_btn3-color-juicy-pink" title="Read more">Read more</a></div></div></div></div></div></div><div class="vc_clearfix"></div></div><div class="vc_grid-item vc_clearfix vc_col-sm-3 vc_grid-item-zone-c-bottom"><div class="vc_grid-item-mini vc_clearfix "><div class="vc_gitem-animated-block" ><div class="vc_gitem-zone vc_gitem-zone-a vc-gitem-zone-height-mode-auto vc-gitem-zone-height-mode-auto-1-1 vc_gitem-is-link" style="background-image: url('https://whky.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/06/Five-Arrested-Mass-Shooting-Combo-Pic-060625.jpg') !important;"><a href="https://whky.com/multiple-suspects-arrested-in-mass-shooting-case/" title="Multiple Suspects Arrested In Mass Shooting Case" class="vc_gitem-link vc-zone-link" ></a><img class="vc_gitem-zone-img" src="https://whky.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/06/Five-Arrested-Mass-Shooting-Combo-Pic-060625.jpg" alt="Multiple Suspects Arrested In Mass Shooting Case" loading="lazy"><div class="vc_gitem-zone-mini"></div></div></div><div class="vc_gitem-zone vc_gitem-zone-c vc_custom_1419240516480"><div class="vc_gitem-zone-mini"><div class="vc_gitem_row vc_row vc_gitem-row-position-top"><div class="vc_col-sm-12 vc_gitem-col vc_gitem-col-align-"><div class="vc_custom_heading vc_gitem-post-data vc_gitem-post-data-source-post_title" ><h4 style="text-align: left" >Multiple Suspects Arrested In Mass Shooting Case</h4></div><div class="vc_custom_heading vc_gitem-post-data vc_gitem-post-data-source-post_excerpt" ><p style="text-align: left" ><p>The Catawba County Sheriff&#8217;s Office has announced the arrests of several additional suspects in the mass shooting that occurred Sunday (June 1) in Mountain View. On Thursday (June 5), the&hellip;</p> </p></div><div class="vc_btn3-container vc_btn3-left"><a class="vc_general vc_btn3 vc_btn3-size-md vc_btn3-shape-rounded vc_btn3-style-flat vc_btn3-color-juicy-pink" a href="https://whky.com/multiple-suspects-arrested-in-mass-shooting-case/" class="vc_gitem-link vc_general vc_btn3 vc_general vc_btn3 vc_btn3-size-md vc_btn3-shape-rounded vc_btn3-style-flat vc_btn3-color-juicy-pink" title="Read more">Read more</a></div></div></div></div></div></div><div class="vc_clearfix"></div></div><div class="vc_grid-item vc_clearfix vc_col-sm-3 vc_grid-item-zone-c-bottom"><div class="vc_grid-item-mini vc_clearfix "><div class="vc_gitem-animated-block" ><div class="vc_gitem-zone vc_gitem-zone-a vc-gitem-zone-height-mode-auto vc-gitem-zone-height-mode-auto-1-1 vc_gitem-is-link" style="background-image: url('https://whky.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/06/Gibbs-Shykwon-Rashard-060625.jpg') !important;"><a href="https://whky.com/minimum-26-year-sentence-imposed-in-catawba-county-murder-case/" title="Minimum 26 Year Sentence Imposed In Catawba County Murder Case" class="vc_gitem-link vc-zone-link" ></a><img class="vc_gitem-zone-img" src="https://whky.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/06/Gibbs-Shykwon-Rashard-060625.jpg" alt="Minimum 26 Year Sentence Imposed In Catawba County Murder Case" loading="lazy"><div class="vc_gitem-zone-mini"></div></div></div><div class="vc_gitem-zone vc_gitem-zone-c vc_custom_1419240516480"><div class="vc_gitem-zone-mini"><div class="vc_gitem_row vc_row vc_gitem-row-position-top"><div class="vc_col-sm-12 vc_gitem-col vc_gitem-col-align-"><div class="vc_custom_heading vc_gitem-post-data vc_gitem-post-data-source-post_title" ><h4 style="text-align: left" >Minimum 26 Year Sentence Imposed In Catawba County Murder Case</h4></div><div class="vc_custom_heading vc_gitem-post-data vc_gitem-post-data-source-post_excerpt" ><p style="text-align: left" ><p>28-year-old Shykwon Rashard Gibbs of Conover, was sentenced to serve 26 to 33 years in prison following his conviction for second-degree murder and assault with a deadly weapon with intent&hellip;</p> </p></div><div class="vc_btn3-container vc_btn3-left"><a class="vc_general vc_btn3 vc_btn3-size-md vc_btn3-shape-rounded vc_btn3-style-flat vc_btn3-color-juicy-pink" a href="https://whky.com/minimum-26-year-sentence-imposed-in-catawba-county-murder-case/" class="vc_gitem-link vc_general vc_btn3 vc_general vc_btn3 vc_btn3-size-md vc_btn3-shape-rounded vc_btn3-style-flat vc_btn3-color-juicy-pink" title="Read more">Read more</a></div></div></div></div></div></div><div class="vc_clearfix"></div></div><div class="vc_grid-item vc_clearfix vc_col-sm-3 vc_grid-item-zone-c-bottom"><div class="vc_grid-item-mini vc_clearfix "><div class="vc_gitem-animated-block" ><div class="vc_gitem-zone vc_gitem-zone-a vc-gitem-zone-height-mode-auto vc-gitem-zone-height-mode-auto-1-1 vc_gitem-is-link" style="background-image: url('https://whky.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/05/Hwy-321-sign-051524.jpg') !important;"><a href="https://whky.com/ncdot-to-start-catawba-county-road-project-monday/" title="NCDOT To Start Catawba County Road Project Monday" class="vc_gitem-link vc-zone-link" ></a><img class="vc_gitem-zone-img" src="https://whky.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/05/Hwy-321-sign-051524.jpg" alt="NCDOT To Start Catawba County Road Project Monday" loading="lazy"><div class="vc_gitem-zone-mini"></div></div></div><div class="vc_gitem-zone vc_gitem-zone-c vc_custom_1419240516480"><div class="vc_gitem-zone-mini"><div class="vc_gitem_row vc_row vc_gitem-row-position-top"><div class="vc_col-sm-12 vc_gitem-col vc_gitem-col-align-"><div class="vc_custom_heading vc_gitem-post-data vc_gitem-post-data-source-post_title" ><h4 style="text-align: left" >NCDOT To Start Catawba County Road Project Monday</h4></div><div class="vc_custom_heading vc_gitem-post-data vc_gitem-post-data-source-post_excerpt" ><p style="text-align: left" ><p>Beginning Monday (June 9), the N.C. Department of Transportation will start a project on U.S. 321 just north of exit 37 (N.C. 10 ) in Catawba County. Crews will work&hellip;</p> </p></div><div class="vc_btn3-container vc_btn3-left"><a class="vc_general vc_btn3 vc_btn3-size-md vc_btn3-shape-rounded vc_btn3-style-flat vc_btn3-color-juicy-pink" a href="https://whky.com/ncdot-to-start-catawba-county-road-project-monday/" class="vc_gitem-link vc_general vc_btn3 vc_general vc_btn3 vc_btn3-size-md vc_btn3-shape-rounded vc_btn3-style-flat vc_btn3-color-juicy-pink" title="Read more">Read more</a></div></div></div></div></div></div><div class="vc_clearfix"></div></div><div class="vc_grid-item vc_clearfix vc_col-sm-3 vc_grid-item-zone-c-bottom"><div class="vc_grid-item-mini vc_clearfix "><div class="vc_gitem-animated-block" ><div class="vc_gitem-zone vc_gitem-zone-a vc-gitem-zone-height-mode-auto vc-gitem-zone-height-mode-auto-1-1 vc_gitem-is-link" style="background-image: url('https://whky.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/12/Morganton-Public-Safety-logo-121924.gif.jpg') !important;"><a href="https://whky.com/morganton-public-safety-warns-public-regarding-ongoing-scams/" title="Morganton Public Safety Warns Public Regarding Ongoing Scams" class="vc_gitem-link vc-zone-link" ></a><img class="vc_gitem-zone-img" src="https://whky.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/12/Morganton-Public-Safety-logo-121924.gif.jpg" alt="Morganton Public Safety Warns Public Regarding Ongoing Scams" loading="lazy"><div class="vc_gitem-zone-mini"></div></div></div><div class="vc_gitem-zone vc_gitem-zone-c vc_custom_1419240516480"><div class="vc_gitem-zone-mini"><div class="vc_gitem_row vc_row vc_gitem-row-position-top"><div class="vc_col-sm-12 vc_gitem-col vc_gitem-col-align-"><div class="vc_custom_heading vc_gitem-post-data vc_gitem-post-data-source-post_title" ><h4 style="text-align: left" >Morganton Public Safety Warns Public Regarding Ongoing Scams</h4></div><div class="vc_custom_heading vc_gitem-post-data vc_gitem-post-data-source-post_excerpt" ><p style="text-align: left" ><p>The Morganton Department of Public Safety continues to receive reports of scams targeting local residents. The scams come through various forms, some of which include phone calls, text messages, emails,&hellip;</p> </p></div><div class="vc_btn3-container vc_btn3-left"><a class="vc_general vc_btn3 vc_btn3-size-md vc_btn3-shape-rounded vc_btn3-style-flat vc_btn3-color-juicy-pink" a href="https://whky.com/morganton-public-safety-warns-public-regarding-ongoing-scams/" class="vc_gitem-link vc_general vc_btn3 vc_general vc_btn3 vc_btn3-size-md vc_btn3-shape-rounded vc_btn3-style-flat vc_btn3-color-juicy-pink" title="Read more">Read more</a></div></div></div></div></div></div><div class="vc_clearfix"></div></div><div class="vc_grid-item vc_clearfix vc_col-sm-3 vc_grid-item-zone-c-bottom"><div class="vc_grid-item-mini vc_clearfix "><div class="vc_gitem-animated-block" ><div class="vc_gitem-zone vc_gitem-zone-a vc-gitem-zone-height-mode-auto vc-gitem-zone-height-mode-auto-1-1 vc_gitem-is-link" style="background-image: url('https://whky.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/02/Catawba-County-New-Logo-031919.jpg') !important;"><a href="https://whky.com/catawba-commissioners-hold-public-hearing-on-road-improvement-project/" title="Catawba Commissioners Hold Public Hearing On Road Improvement Project" class="vc_gitem-link vc-zone-link" ></a><img class="vc_gitem-zone-img" src="https://whky.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/02/Catawba-County-New-Logo-031919.jpg" alt="Catawba Commissioners Hold Public Hearing On Road Improvement Project" loading="lazy"><div class="vc_gitem-zone-mini"></div></div></div><div class="vc_gitem-zone vc_gitem-zone-c vc_custom_1419240516480"><div class="vc_gitem-zone-mini"><div class="vc_gitem_row vc_row vc_gitem-row-position-top"><div class="vc_col-sm-12 vc_gitem-col vc_gitem-col-align-"><div class="vc_custom_heading vc_gitem-post-data vc_gitem-post-data-source-post_title" ><h4 style="text-align: left" >Catawba Commissioners Hold Public Hearing On Road Improvement Project</h4></div><div class="vc_custom_heading vc_gitem-post-data vc_gitem-post-data-source-post_excerpt" ><p style="text-align: left" ><p>At their meeting earlier this week, the Catawba County Board of Commissioners approved minutes from the Board’s Regular Meeting May 19, and Special Meetings of May 21 and 22. A&hellip;</p> </p></div><div class="vc_btn3-container vc_btn3-left"><a class="vc_general vc_btn3 vc_btn3-size-md vc_btn3-shape-rounded vc_btn3-style-flat vc_btn3-color-juicy-pink" a href="https://whky.com/catawba-commissioners-hold-public-hearing-on-road-improvement-project/" class="vc_gitem-link vc_general vc_btn3 vc_general vc_btn3 vc_btn3-size-md vc_btn3-shape-rounded vc_btn3-style-flat vc_btn3-color-juicy-pink" title="Read more">Read more</a></div></div></div></div></div></div><div class="vc_clearfix"></div></div><div class="vc_grid-item vc_clearfix vc_col-sm-3 vc_grid-item-zone-c-bottom"><div class="vc_grid-item-mini vc_clearfix "><div class="vc_gitem-animated-block" ><div class="vc_gitem-zone vc_gitem-zone-a vc-gitem-zone-height-mode-auto vc-gitem-zone-height-mode-auto-1-1 vc_gitem-is-link" style="background-image: url('https://whky.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/06/Alexander-County-Seal-062122.jpg') !important;"><a href="https://whky.com/budget-amendments-approved-at-alexander-commissioners-meeting/" title="Budget Amendments Approved At Alexander Commissioners Meeting" class="vc_gitem-link vc-zone-link" ></a><img class="vc_gitem-zone-img" src="https://whky.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/06/Alexander-County-Seal-062122.jpg" alt="Budget Amendments Approved At Alexander Commissioners Meeting" loading="lazy"><div class="vc_gitem-zone-mini"></div></div></div><div class="vc_gitem-zone vc_gitem-zone-c vc_custom_1419240516480"><div class="vc_gitem-zone-mini"><div class="vc_gitem_row vc_row vc_gitem-row-position-top"><div class="vc_col-sm-12 vc_gitem-col vc_gitem-col-align-"><div class="vc_custom_heading vc_gitem-post-data vc_gitem-post-data-source-post_title" ><h4 style="text-align: left" >Budget Amendments Approved At Alexander Commissioners Meeting</h4></div><div class="vc_custom_heading vc_gitem-post-data vc_gitem-post-data-source-post_excerpt" ><p style="text-align: left" ><p>Alexander County Commissioners approved four budget amendments at this week’s meeting. Interim County Manager Debra Bechtel reviewed the amendments. The first and second amendments adjust the general fund budget and&hellip;</p> </p></div><div class="vc_btn3-container vc_btn3-left"><a class="vc_general vc_btn3 vc_btn3-size-md vc_btn3-shape-rounded vc_btn3-style-flat vc_btn3-color-juicy-pink" a href="https://whky.com/budget-amendments-approved-at-alexander-commissioners-meeting/" class="vc_gitem-link vc_general vc_btn3 vc_general vc_btn3 vc_btn3-size-md vc_btn3-shape-rounded vc_btn3-style-flat vc_btn3-color-juicy-pink" title="Read more">Read more</a></div></div></div></div></div></div><div class="vc_clearfix"></div></div><div class="vc_grid-item vc_clearfix vc_col-sm-3 vc_grid-item-zone-c-bottom"><div class="vc_grid-item-mini vc_clearfix "><div class="vc_gitem-animated-block" ><div class="vc_gitem-zone vc_gitem-zone-a vc-gitem-zone-height-mode-auto vc-gitem-zone-height-mode-auto-1-1 vc_gitem-is-link" style="background-image: url('https://whky.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/06/Hurricane-Preparedness-Graphic-060625.jpg') !important;"><a href="https://whky.com/governor-state-officials-hold-briefing-to-commemorate-start-of-hurricane-season/" title="Governor, State Officials Hold Briefing To Commemorate Start Of Hurricane Season" class="vc_gitem-link vc-zone-link" ></a><img class="vc_gitem-zone-img" src="https://whky.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/06/Hurricane-Preparedness-Graphic-060625.jpg" alt="Governor, State Officials Hold Briefing To Commemorate Start Of Hurricane Season" loading="lazy"><div class="vc_gitem-zone-mini"></div></div></div><div class="vc_gitem-zone vc_gitem-zone-c vc_custom_1419240516480"><div class="vc_gitem-zone-mini"><div class="vc_gitem_row vc_row vc_gitem-row-position-top"><div class="vc_col-sm-12 vc_gitem-col vc_gitem-col-align-"><div class="vc_custom_heading vc_gitem-post-data vc_gitem-post-data-source-post_title" ><h4 style="text-align: left" >Governor, State Officials Hold Briefing To Commemorate Start Of Hurricane Season</h4></div><div class="vc_custom_heading vc_gitem-post-data vc_gitem-post-data-source-post_excerpt" ><p style="text-align: left" ><p>On Thursday (June 5) Governor Josh Stein, Director of Emergency Management Will Ray, Attorney General Jeff Jackson, First Sergeant Chris Knox of the North Carolina Highway Patrol, and Colonel Patrick&hellip;</p> </p></div><div class="vc_btn3-container vc_btn3-left"><a class="vc_general vc_btn3 vc_btn3-size-md vc_btn3-shape-rounded vc_btn3-style-flat vc_btn3-color-juicy-pink" a href="https://whky.com/governor-state-officials-hold-briefing-to-commemorate-start-of-hurricane-season/" class="vc_gitem-link vc_general vc_btn3 vc_general vc_btn3 vc_btn3-size-md vc_btn3-shape-rounded vc_btn3-style-flat vc_btn3-color-juicy-pink" title="Read more">Read more</a></div></div></div></div></div></div><div class="vc_clearfix"></div></div><div class="vc_grid-item vc_clearfix vc_col-sm-3 vc_grid-item-zone-c-bottom"><div class="vc_grid-item-mini vc_clearfix "><div class="vc_gitem-animated-block" ><div class="vc_gitem-zone vc_gitem-zone-a vc-gitem-zone-height-mode-auto vc-gitem-zone-height-mode-auto-1-1 vc_gitem-is-link" style="background-image: url('https://whky.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/06/IMG_0116-1024x849.jpeg') !important;"><a href="https://whky.com/authorities-take-another-shooting-suspect-into-custody/" title="Authorities Take Another Shooting Suspect Into Custody" class="vc_gitem-link vc-zone-link" ></a><img class="vc_gitem-zone-img" src="https://whky.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/06/IMG_0116-1024x849.jpeg" alt="Authorities Take Another Shooting Suspect Into Custody" loading="lazy"><div class="vc_gitem-zone-mini"></div></div></div><div class="vc_gitem-zone vc_gitem-zone-c vc_custom_1419240516480"><div class="vc_gitem-zone-mini"><div class="vc_gitem_row vc_row vc_gitem-row-position-top"><div class="vc_col-sm-12 vc_gitem-col vc_gitem-col-align-"><div class="vc_custom_heading vc_gitem-post-data vc_gitem-post-data-source-post_title" ><h4 style="text-align: left" >Authorities Take Another Shooting Suspect Into Custody</h4></div><div class="vc_custom_heading vc_gitem-post-data vc_gitem-post-data-source-post_excerpt" ><p style="text-align: left" ><p>Another suspect in Sunday’s (June 1) mass shooting on Walnut Acres Drive in Mountain View has been arrested. 19-year-old Ke’andre O’neal Mack of Hickory has been arrested on one count&hellip;</p> </p></div><div class="vc_btn3-container vc_btn3-left"><a class="vc_general vc_btn3 vc_btn3-size-md vc_btn3-shape-rounded vc_btn3-style-flat vc_btn3-color-juicy-pink" a href="https://whky.com/authorities-take-another-shooting-suspect-into-custody/" class="vc_gitem-link vc_general vc_btn3 vc_general vc_btn3 vc_btn3-size-md vc_btn3-shape-rounded vc_btn3-style-flat vc_btn3-color-juicy-pink" title="Read more">Read more</a></div></div></div></div></div></div><div class="vc_clearfix"></div></div><div class="vc_grid-item vc_clearfix vc_col-sm-3 vc_grid-item-zone-c-bottom"><div class="vc_grid-item-mini vc_clearfix "><div class="vc_gitem-animated-block" ><div class="vc_gitem-zone vc_gitem-zone-a vc-gitem-zone-height-mode-auto vc-gitem-zone-height-mode-auto-1-1 vc_gitem-is-link" style="background-image: url('https://whky.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/02/HIckory-Fire-Dept-patch-022421.jpg') !important;"><a href="https://whky.com/hickory-firefighter-passes-away/" title="Hickory Firefighter Passes Away" class="vc_gitem-link vc-zone-link" ></a><img class="vc_gitem-zone-img" src="https://whky.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/02/HIckory-Fire-Dept-patch-022421.jpg" alt="Hickory Firefighter Passes Away" loading="lazy"><div class="vc_gitem-zone-mini"></div></div></div><div class="vc_gitem-zone vc_gitem-zone-c vc_custom_1419240516480"><div class="vc_gitem-zone-mini"><div class="vc_gitem_row vc_row vc_gitem-row-position-top"><div class="vc_col-sm-12 vc_gitem-col vc_gitem-col-align-"><div class="vc_custom_heading vc_gitem-post-data vc_gitem-post-data-source-post_title" ><h4 style="text-align: left" >Hickory Firefighter Passes Away</h4></div><div class="vc_custom_heading vc_gitem-post-data vc_gitem-post-data-source-post_excerpt" ><p style="text-align: left" ><p>This morning (June 5), a Firefighter with the Hickory Fire Department passed away while on duty. The Firefighter had a medical emergency and was transported to a local hospital where&hellip;</p> </p></div><div class="vc_btn3-container vc_btn3-left"><a class="vc_general vc_btn3 vc_btn3-size-md vc_btn3-shape-rounded vc_btn3-style-flat vc_btn3-color-juicy-pink" a href="https://whky.com/hickory-firefighter-passes-away/" class="vc_gitem-link vc_general vc_btn3 vc_general vc_btn3 vc_btn3-size-md vc_btn3-shape-rounded vc_btn3-style-flat vc_btn3-color-juicy-pink" title="Read more">Read more</a></div></div></div></div></div></div><div class="vc_clearfix"></div></div><div class="vc_grid-item vc_clearfix vc_col-sm-3 vc_grid-item-zone-c-bottom"><div class="vc_grid-item-mini vc_clearfix "><div class="vc_gitem-animated-block" ><div class="vc_gitem-zone vc_gitem-zone-a vc-gitem-zone-height-mode-auto vc-gitem-zone-height-mode-auto-1-1 vc_gitem-is-link" style="background-image: url('https://whky.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/06/Bates-Mitchell-Huff-combo-060525-1024x468.jpg') !important;"><a href="https://whky.com/more-charges-filed-in-connection-with-mountain-view-shooting/" title="More Charges Filed in Connection with Mountain View Shooting" class="vc_gitem-link vc-zone-link" ></a><img class="vc_gitem-zone-img" src="https://whky.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/06/Bates-Mitchell-Huff-combo-060525-1024x468.jpg" alt="More Charges Filed in Connection with Mountain View Shooting" loading="lazy"><div class="vc_gitem-zone-mini"></div></div></div><div class="vc_gitem-zone vc_gitem-zone-c vc_custom_1419240516480"><div class="vc_gitem-zone-mini"><div class="vc_gitem_row vc_row vc_gitem-row-position-top"><div class="vc_col-sm-12 vc_gitem-col vc_gitem-col-align-"><div class="vc_custom_heading vc_gitem-post-data vc_gitem-post-data-source-post_title" ><h4 style="text-align: left" >More Charges Filed in Connection with Mountain View Shooting</h4></div><div class="vc_custom_heading vc_gitem-post-data vc_gitem-post-data-source-post_excerpt" ><p style="text-align: left" ><p>22-year-old Zachary Micheal Bates of Morganton has been arrested on one count of attempted first-degree murder. He is charged in connection with the mass shooting early Sunday morning (June 2)&hellip;</p> </p></div><div class="vc_btn3-container vc_btn3-left"><a class="vc_general vc_btn3 vc_btn3-size-md vc_btn3-shape-rounded vc_btn3-style-flat vc_btn3-color-juicy-pink" a href="https://whky.com/more-charges-filed-in-connection-with-mountain-view-shooting/" class="vc_gitem-link vc_general vc_btn3 vc_general vc_btn3 vc_btn3-size-md vc_btn3-shape-rounded vc_btn3-style-flat vc_btn3-color-juicy-pink" title="Read more">Read more</a></div></div></div></div></div></div><div class="vc_clearfix"></div></div><div class="vc_grid-item vc_clearfix vc_col-sm-3 vc_grid-item-zone-c-bottom"><div class="vc_grid-item-mini vc_clearfix "><div class="vc_gitem-animated-block" ><div class="vc_gitem-zone vc_gitem-zone-a vc-gitem-zone-height-mode-auto vc-gitem-zone-height-mode-auto-1-1 vc_gitem-is-link" style="background-image: url('https://whky.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/04/Humane-Society-Logo.jpg') !important;"><a href="https://whky.com/humane-society-of-catawba-county-terminates-executive-director/" title="Humane Society of Catawba County Terminates Executive Director" class="vc_gitem-link vc-zone-link" ></a><img class="vc_gitem-zone-img" src="https://whky.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/04/Humane-Society-Logo.jpg" alt="Humane Society of Catawba County Terminates Executive Director" loading="lazy"><div class="vc_gitem-zone-mini"></div></div></div><div class="vc_gitem-zone vc_gitem-zone-c vc_custom_1419240516480"><div class="vc_gitem-zone-mini"><div class="vc_gitem_row vc_row vc_gitem-row-position-top"><div class="vc_col-sm-12 vc_gitem-col vc_gitem-col-align-"><div class="vc_custom_heading vc_gitem-post-data vc_gitem-post-data-source-post_title" ><h4 style="text-align: left" >Humane Society of Catawba County Terminates Executive Director</h4></div><div class="vc_custom_heading vc_gitem-post-data vc_gitem-post-data-source-post_excerpt" ><p style="text-align: left" ><p>The Board of Directors of the Humane Society of Catawba County (H.S.C.C.) has voted to terminate the employment of Executive Director Jane Bowers. Bowers had previously been placed on administrative&hellip;</p> </p></div><div class="vc_btn3-container vc_btn3-left"><a class="vc_general vc_btn3 vc_btn3-size-md vc_btn3-shape-rounded vc_btn3-style-flat vc_btn3-color-juicy-pink" a href="https://whky.com/humane-society-of-catawba-county-terminates-executive-director/" class="vc_gitem-link vc_general vc_btn3 vc_general vc_btn3 vc_btn3-size-md vc_btn3-shape-rounded vc_btn3-style-flat vc_btn3-color-juicy-pink" title="Read more">Read more</a></div></div></div></div></div></div><div class="vc_clearfix"></div></div><div class="vc_grid-item vc_clearfix vc_col-sm-3 vc_grid-item-zone-c-bottom"><div class="vc_grid-item-mini vc_clearfix "><div class="vc_gitem-animated-block" ><div class="vc_gitem-zone vc_gitem-zone-a vc-gitem-zone-height-mode-auto vc-gitem-zone-height-mode-auto-1-1 vc_gitem-is-link" style="background-image: url('https://whky.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/06/Braswell-Zoe-Makenna-060525.jpg') !important;"><a href="https://whky.com/arrest-made-for-accessory-to-attempted-first-degree-murder/" title="Arrest Made for Accessory to Attempted First-Degree Murder" class="vc_gitem-link vc-zone-link" ></a><img class="vc_gitem-zone-img" src="https://whky.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/06/Braswell-Zoe-Makenna-060525.jpg" alt="Arrest Made for Accessory to Attempted First-Degree Murder" loading="lazy"><div class="vc_gitem-zone-mini"></div></div></div><div class="vc_gitem-zone vc_gitem-zone-c vc_custom_1419240516480"><div class="vc_gitem-zone-mini"><div class="vc_gitem_row vc_row vc_gitem-row-position-top"><div class="vc_col-sm-12 vc_gitem-col vc_gitem-col-align-"><div class="vc_custom_heading vc_gitem-post-data vc_gitem-post-data-source-post_title" ><h4 style="text-align: left" >Arrest Made for Accessory to Attempted First-Degree Murder</h4></div><div class="vc_custom_heading vc_gitem-post-data vc_gitem-post-data-source-post_excerpt" ><p style="text-align: left" ><p>According to the latest update on the mass shooting in Mountain View, Zoe Makenna Braswell has been arrested and charged with one count of accessory after the fact to attempted&hellip;</p> </p></div><div class="vc_btn3-container vc_btn3-left"><a class="vc_general vc_btn3 vc_btn3-size-md vc_btn3-shape-rounded vc_btn3-style-flat vc_btn3-color-juicy-pink" a href="https://whky.com/arrest-made-for-accessory-to-attempted-first-degree-murder/" class="vc_gitem-link vc_general vc_btn3 vc_general vc_btn3 vc_btn3-size-md vc_btn3-shape-rounded vc_btn3-style-flat vc_btn3-color-juicy-pink" title="Read more">Read more</a></div></div></div></div></div></div><div class="vc_clearfix"></div></div><div class="vc_grid-item vc_clearfix vc_col-sm-3 vc_grid-item-zone-c-bottom"><div class="vc_grid-item-mini vc_clearfix "><div class="vc_gitem-animated-block" ><div class="vc_gitem-zone vc_gitem-zone-a vc-gitem-zone-height-mode-auto vc-gitem-zone-height-mode-auto-1-1 vc_gitem-is-link" style="background-image: url('https://whky.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/06/Izaiah-Kane-Mitchell-Wanted-Pic-060525.jpg') !important;"><a href="https://whky.com/person-of-interest-sought-in-mass-shooting-case-individual-wanted-in-burke-robbery-case/" title="Person Of Interest Sought In Mass Shooting Case, Individual Wanted In Burke Robbery Case" class="vc_gitem-link vc-zone-link" ></a><img class="vc_gitem-zone-img" src="https://whky.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/06/Izaiah-Kane-Mitchell-Wanted-Pic-060525.jpg" alt="Person Of Interest Sought In Mass Shooting Case, Individual Wanted In Burke Robbery Case" loading="lazy"><div class="vc_gitem-zone-mini"></div></div></div><div class="vc_gitem-zone vc_gitem-zone-c vc_custom_1419240516480"><div class="vc_gitem-zone-mini"><div class="vc_gitem_row vc_row vc_gitem-row-position-top"><div class="vc_col-sm-12 vc_gitem-col vc_gitem-col-align-"><div class="vc_custom_heading vc_gitem-post-data vc_gitem-post-data-source-post_title" ><h4 style="text-align: left" >Person Of Interest Sought In Mass Shooting Case, Individual Wanted In Burke Robbery Case</h4></div><div class="vc_custom_heading vc_gitem-post-data vc_gitem-post-data-source-post_excerpt" ><p style="text-align: left" ><p>According to the Catawba County Sheriff&#8217;s Office, 18-year-old Izaiah (Zae) Mitchell of Morganton resident has been named as a person of interest in connection with the Mass Shooting on Walnut&hellip;</p> </p></div><div class="vc_btn3-container vc_btn3-left"><a class="vc_general vc_btn3 vc_btn3-size-md vc_btn3-shape-rounded vc_btn3-style-flat vc_btn3-color-juicy-pink" a href="https://whky.com/person-of-interest-sought-in-mass-shooting-case-individual-wanted-in-burke-robbery-case/" class="vc_gitem-link vc_general vc_btn3 vc_general vc_btn3 vc_btn3-size-md vc_btn3-shape-rounded vc_btn3-style-flat vc_btn3-color-juicy-pink" title="Read more">Read more</a></div></div></div></div></div></div><div class="vc_clearfix"></div></div><div class="vc_grid-item vc_clearfix vc_col-sm-3 vc_grid-item-zone-c-bottom"><div class="vc_grid-item-mini vc_clearfix "><div class="vc_gitem-animated-block" ><div class="vc_gitem-zone vc_gitem-zone-a vc-gitem-zone-height-mode-auto vc-gitem-zone-height-mode-auto-1-1 vc_gitem-is-link" style="background-image: url('https://whky.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/06/Huff-and-Mack-Combo-Pic-060525.jpg') !important;"><a href="https://whky.com/two-additional-suspects-arrested-in-shooting-case-two-being-sought-for-attempted-murder/" title="Two Additional Suspects Arrested In Shooting Case, Two Being Sought For Attempted Murder" class="vc_gitem-link vc-zone-link" ></a><img class="vc_gitem-zone-img" src="https://whky.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/06/Huff-and-Mack-Combo-Pic-060525.jpg" alt="Two Additional Suspects Arrested In Shooting Case, Two Being Sought For Attempted Murder" loading="lazy"><div class="vc_gitem-zone-mini"></div></div></div><div class="vc_gitem-zone vc_gitem-zone-c vc_custom_1419240516480"><div class="vc_gitem-zone-mini"><div class="vc_gitem_row vc_row vc_gitem-row-position-top"><div class="vc_col-sm-12 vc_gitem-col vc_gitem-col-align-"><div class="vc_custom_heading vc_gitem-post-data vc_gitem-post-data-source-post_title" ><h4 style="text-align: left" >Two Additional Suspects Arrested In Shooting Case, Two Being Sought For Attempted Murder</h4></div><div class="vc_custom_heading vc_gitem-post-data vc_gitem-post-data-source-post_excerpt" ><p style="text-align: left" ><p>Two suspects are being sought in connection to the mass shooting Sunday (June 1) in Mountain View. According to the Catawba County Sheriff’s Office, Toland Huff, Jr. and Ke&#8217;andre O&#8217;neal&hellip;</p> </p></div><div class="vc_btn3-container vc_btn3-left"><a class="vc_general vc_btn3 vc_btn3-size-md vc_btn3-shape-rounded vc_btn3-style-flat vc_btn3-color-juicy-pink" a href="https://whky.com/two-additional-suspects-arrested-in-shooting-case-two-being-sought-for-attempted-murder/" class="vc_gitem-link vc_general vc_btn3 vc_general vc_btn3 vc_btn3-size-md vc_btn3-shape-rounded vc_btn3-style-flat vc_btn3-color-juicy-pink" title="Read more">Read more</a></div></div></div></div></div></div><div class="vc_clearfix"></div></div><div class="vc_grid-item vc_clearfix vc_col-sm-3 vc_grid-item-zone-c-bottom"><div class="vc_grid-item-mini vc_clearfix "><div class="vc_gitem-animated-block" ><div class="vc_gitem-zone vc_gitem-zone-a vc-gitem-zone-height-mode-auto vc-gitem-zone-height-mode-auto-1-1 vc_gitem-is-link" style="background-image: url('https://whky.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/06/Alexander-County-Seal-062122.jpg') !important;"><a href="https://whky.com/commissioners-approve-alexander-county-budget/" title="Commissioners Approve Alexander County Budget" class="vc_gitem-link vc-zone-link" ></a><img class="vc_gitem-zone-img" src="https://whky.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/06/Alexander-County-Seal-062122.jpg" alt="Commissioners Approve Alexander County Budget" loading="lazy"><div class="vc_gitem-zone-mini"></div></div></div><div class="vc_gitem-zone vc_gitem-zone-c vc_custom_1419240516480"><div class="vc_gitem-zone-mini"><div class="vc_gitem_row vc_row vc_gitem-row-position-top"><div class="vc_col-sm-12 vc_gitem-col vc_gitem-col-align-"><div class="vc_custom_heading vc_gitem-post-data vc_gitem-post-data-source-post_title" ><h4 style="text-align: left" >Commissioners Approve Alexander County Budget</h4></div><div class="vc_custom_heading vc_gitem-post-data vc_gitem-post-data-source-post_excerpt" ><p style="text-align: left" ><p>The Alexander County Board of Commissioners adopted the 2025-2026 budget by a unanimous vote at the June 2nd meeting. Finance Director Jennifer Herman presented the 2025-2026 budget ordinance. The general&hellip;</p> </p></div><div class="vc_btn3-container vc_btn3-left"><a class="vc_general vc_btn3 vc_btn3-size-md vc_btn3-shape-rounded vc_btn3-style-flat vc_btn3-color-juicy-pink" a href="https://whky.com/commissioners-approve-alexander-county-budget/" class="vc_gitem-link vc_general vc_btn3 vc_general vc_btn3 vc_btn3-size-md vc_btn3-shape-rounded vc_btn3-style-flat vc_btn3-color-juicy-pink" title="Read more">Read more</a></div></div></div></div></div></div><div class="vc_clearfix"></div></div><div class="vc_grid-item vc_clearfix vc_col-sm-3 vc_grid-item-zone-c-bottom"><div class="vc_grid-item-mini vc_clearfix "><div class="vc_gitem-animated-block" ><div class="vc_gitem-zone vc_gitem-zone-a vc-gitem-zone-height-mode-auto vc-gitem-zone-height-mode-auto-1-1 vc_gitem-is-link" style="background-image: url('https://whky.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/06/Statesville-Sinkhole-Repair-Pic-One-060525.jpg') !important;"><a href="https://whky.com/sinkhole-repair-work-underway-in-statesville/" title="Sinkhole Repair Work Underway In Statesville" class="vc_gitem-link vc-zone-link" ></a><img class="vc_gitem-zone-img" src="https://whky.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/06/Statesville-Sinkhole-Repair-Pic-One-060525.jpg" alt="Sinkhole Repair Work Underway In Statesville" loading="lazy"><div class="vc_gitem-zone-mini"></div></div></div><div class="vc_gitem-zone vc_gitem-zone-c vc_custom_1419240516480"><div class="vc_gitem-zone-mini"><div class="vc_gitem_row vc_row vc_gitem-row-position-top"><div class="vc_col-sm-12 vc_gitem-col vc_gitem-col-align-"><div class="vc_custom_heading vc_gitem-post-data vc_gitem-post-data-source-post_title" ><h4 style="text-align: left" >Sinkhole Repair Work Underway In Statesville</h4></div><div class="vc_custom_heading vc_gitem-post-data vc_gitem-post-data-source-post_excerpt" ><p style="text-align: left" ><p>Excavation work began earlier this week at the sinkhole repair site near the intersection of Tradd Street and E. Front Street in Statesville. Crews started digging near the manhole closest&hellip;</p> </p></div><div class="vc_btn3-container vc_btn3-left"><a class="vc_general vc_btn3 vc_btn3-size-md vc_btn3-shape-rounded vc_btn3-style-flat vc_btn3-color-juicy-pink" a href="https://whky.com/sinkhole-repair-work-underway-in-statesville/" class="vc_gitem-link vc_general vc_btn3 vc_general vc_btn3 vc_btn3-size-md vc_btn3-shape-rounded vc_btn3-style-flat vc_btn3-color-juicy-pink" title="Read more">Read more</a></div></div></div></div></div></div><div class="vc_clearfix"></div></div><div class="vc_grid-item vc_clearfix vc_col-sm-3 vc_grid-item-zone-c-bottom"><div class="vc_grid-item-mini vc_clearfix "><div class="vc_gitem-animated-block" ><div class="vc_gitem-zone vc_gitem-zone-a vc-gitem-zone-height-mode-auto vc-gitem-zone-height-mode-auto-1-1 vc_gitem-is-link" style="background-image: url('https://whky.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/06/Transportation-Safety-Plan-Pic-Hickory-060525-1.jpg') !important;"><a href="https://whky.com/hickory-announces-transportation-safety-action-plan-officials-seeking-feedback/" title="Hickory Announces Transportation Safety Action Plan, Officials Seeking Feedback" class="vc_gitem-link vc-zone-link" ></a><img class="vc_gitem-zone-img" src="https://whky.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/06/Transportation-Safety-Plan-Pic-Hickory-060525-1.jpg" alt="Hickory Announces Transportation Safety Action Plan, Officials Seeking Feedback" loading="lazy"><div class="vc_gitem-zone-mini"></div></div></div><div class="vc_gitem-zone vc_gitem-zone-c vc_custom_1419240516480"><div class="vc_gitem-zone-mini"><div class="vc_gitem_row vc_row vc_gitem-row-position-top"><div class="vc_col-sm-12 vc_gitem-col vc_gitem-col-align-"><div class="vc_custom_heading vc_gitem-post-data vc_gitem-post-data-source-post_title" ><h4 style="text-align: left" >Hickory Announces Transportation Safety Action Plan, Officials Seeking Feedback</h4></div><div class="vc_custom_heading vc_gitem-post-data vc_gitem-post-data-source-post_excerpt" ><p style="text-align: left" ><p>The City of Hickory is developing a comprehensive transportation safety action plan called Hickory Moving Forward. An important part of this process is feedback from the community. Complete the Transportation&hellip;</p> </p></div><div class="vc_btn3-container vc_btn3-left"><a class="vc_general vc_btn3 vc_btn3-size-md vc_btn3-shape-rounded vc_btn3-style-flat vc_btn3-color-juicy-pink" a href="https://whky.com/hickory-announces-transportation-safety-action-plan-officials-seeking-feedback/" class="vc_gitem-link vc_general vc_btn3 vc_general vc_btn3 vc_btn3-size-md vc_btn3-shape-rounded vc_btn3-style-flat vc_btn3-color-juicy-pink" title="Read more">Read more</a></div></div></div></div></div></div><div class="vc_clearfix"></div></div><div class="vc_grid-item vc_clearfix vc_col-sm-3 vc_grid-item-zone-c-bottom"><div class="vc_grid-item-mini vc_clearfix "><div class="vc_gitem-animated-block" ><div class="vc_gitem-zone vc_gitem-zone-a vc-gitem-zone-height-mode-auto vc-gitem-zone-height-mode-auto-1-1 vc_gitem-is-link" style="background-image: url('https://whky.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/06/Conover-Fire-Department-Badge-060525.jpg') !important;"><a href="https://whky.com/hydrant-testing-to-be-conducted-in-conover/" title="Hydrant Testing To Be Conducted In Conover" class="vc_gitem-link vc-zone-link" ></a><img class="vc_gitem-zone-img" src="https://whky.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/06/Conover-Fire-Department-Badge-060525.jpg" alt="Hydrant Testing To Be Conducted In Conover" loading="lazy"><div class="vc_gitem-zone-mini"></div></div></div><div class="vc_gitem-zone vc_gitem-zone-c vc_custom_1419240516480"><div class="vc_gitem-zone-mini"><div class="vc_gitem_row vc_row vc_gitem-row-position-top"><div class="vc_col-sm-12 vc_gitem-col vc_gitem-col-align-"><div class="vc_custom_heading vc_gitem-post-data vc_gitem-post-data-source-post_title" ><h4 style="text-align: left" >Hydrant Testing To Be Conducted In Conover</h4></div><div class="vc_custom_heading vc_gitem-post-data vc_gitem-post-data-source-post_excerpt" ><p style="text-align: left" ><p>Throughout the months of June and July, the Conover Fire Department will be conducting routine hydrant flow testing and maintenance across the city. This important work ensures that our hydrants&hellip;</p> </p></div><div class="vc_btn3-container vc_btn3-left"><a class="vc_general vc_btn3 vc_btn3-size-md vc_btn3-shape-rounded vc_btn3-style-flat vc_btn3-color-juicy-pink" a href="https://whky.com/hydrant-testing-to-be-conducted-in-conover/" class="vc_gitem-link vc_general vc_btn3 vc_general vc_btn3 vc_btn3-size-md vc_btn3-shape-rounded vc_btn3-style-flat vc_btn3-color-juicy-pink" title="Read more">Read more</a></div></div></div></div></div></div><div class="vc_clearfix"></div></div><div class="vc_grid-item vc_clearfix vc_col-sm-3 vc_grid-item-zone-c-bottom"><div class="vc_grid-item-mini vc_clearfix "><div class="vc_gitem-animated-block" ><div class="vc_gitem-zone vc_gitem-zone-a vc-gitem-zone-height-mode-auto vc-gitem-zone-height-mode-auto-1-1 vc_gitem-is-link" style="background-image: url('https://whky.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/05/Governors-Office-Seal-051225.jpg') !important;"><a href="https://whky.com/governor-joins-officials-to-discuss-expansion-of-access-to-affordable-housing/" title="Governor Joins Officials To Discuss Expansion Of Access To Affordable Housing" class="vc_gitem-link vc-zone-link" ></a><img class="vc_gitem-zone-img" src="https://whky.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/05/Governors-Office-Seal-051225.jpg" alt="Governor Joins Officials To Discuss Expansion Of Access To Affordable Housing" loading="lazy"><div class="vc_gitem-zone-mini"></div></div></div><div class="vc_gitem-zone vc_gitem-zone-c vc_custom_1419240516480"><div class="vc_gitem-zone-mini"><div class="vc_gitem_row vc_row vc_gitem-row-position-top"><div class="vc_col-sm-12 vc_gitem-col vc_gitem-col-align-"><div class="vc_custom_heading vc_gitem-post-data vc_gitem-post-data-source-post_title" ><h4 style="text-align: left" >Governor Joins Officials To Discuss Expansion Of Access To Affordable Housing</h4></div><div class="vc_custom_heading vc_gitem-post-data vc_gitem-post-data-source-post_excerpt" ><p style="text-align: left" ><p>On Tuesday (June 3), Governor Josh Stein joined state and local elected officials, business leaders, and housing experts to discuss strategies to expand access to affordable housing of all types&hellip;</p> </p></div><div class="vc_btn3-container vc_btn3-left"><a class="vc_general vc_btn3 vc_btn3-size-md vc_btn3-shape-rounded vc_btn3-style-flat vc_btn3-color-juicy-pink" a href="https://whky.com/governor-joins-officials-to-discuss-expansion-of-access-to-affordable-housing/" class="vc_gitem-link vc_general vc_btn3 vc_general vc_btn3 vc_btn3-size-md vc_btn3-shape-rounded vc_btn3-style-flat vc_btn3-color-juicy-pink" title="Read more">Read more</a></div></div></div></div></div></div><div class="vc_clearfix"></div></div><div class="vc_grid-item vc_clearfix vc_col-sm-3 vc_grid-item-zone-c-bottom"><div class="vc_grid-item-mini vc_clearfix "><div class="vc_gitem-animated-block" ><div class="vc_gitem-zone vc_gitem-zone-a vc-gitem-zone-height-mode-auto vc-gitem-zone-height-mode-auto-1-1 vc_gitem-is-link" style="background-image: url('https://whky.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/12/Scam-Alert-News-Graphic-121520.jpg') !important;"><a href="https://whky.com/scam-warning-issued-by-iredell-county-officials/" title="Scam Warning Issued By Iredell County Officials" class="vc_gitem-link vc-zone-link" ></a><img class="vc_gitem-zone-img" src="https://whky.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/12/Scam-Alert-News-Graphic-121520.jpg" alt="Scam Warning Issued By Iredell County Officials" loading="lazy"><div class="vc_gitem-zone-mini"></div></div></div><div class="vc_gitem-zone vc_gitem-zone-c vc_custom_1419240516480"><div class="vc_gitem-zone-mini"><div class="vc_gitem_row vc_row vc_gitem-row-position-top"><div class="vc_col-sm-12 vc_gitem-col vc_gitem-col-align-"><div class="vc_custom_heading vc_gitem-post-data vc_gitem-post-data-source-post_title" ><h4 style="text-align: left" >Scam Warning Issued By Iredell County Officials</h4></div><div class="vc_custom_heading vc_gitem-post-data vc_gitem-post-data-source-post_excerpt" ><p style="text-align: left" ><p>Iredell County officials have been made aware of a scam email circulating that asks County residents to wire transfer money as part of rezoning requests. This is not legitimate. Please&hellip;</p> </p></div><div class="vc_btn3-container vc_btn3-left"><a class="vc_general vc_btn3 vc_btn3-size-md vc_btn3-shape-rounded vc_btn3-style-flat vc_btn3-color-juicy-pink" a href="https://whky.com/scam-warning-issued-by-iredell-county-officials/" class="vc_gitem-link vc_general vc_btn3 vc_general vc_btn3 vc_btn3-size-md vc_btn3-shape-rounded vc_btn3-style-flat vc_btn3-color-juicy-pink" title="Read more">Read more</a></div></div></div></div></div></div><div class="vc_clearfix"></div></div><div class="vc_grid-item vc_clearfix vc_col-sm-3 vc_grid-item-zone-c-bottom"><div class="vc_grid-item-mini vc_clearfix "><div class="vc_gitem-animated-block" ><div class="vc_gitem-zone vc_gitem-zone-a vc-gitem-zone-height-mode-auto vc-gitem-zone-height-mode-auto-1-1 vc_gitem-is-link" style="background-image: url('https://whky.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/06/IMG_0090.jpeg') !important;"><a href="https://whky.com/additional-suspect-identified-in-mass-shooting-case/" title="Additional Suspect Identified In Mass Shooting Case" class="vc_gitem-link vc-zone-link" ></a><img class="vc_gitem-zone-img" src="https://whky.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/06/IMG_0090.jpeg" alt="Additional Suspect Identified In Mass Shooting Case" loading="lazy"><div class="vc_gitem-zone-mini"></div></div></div><div class="vc_gitem-zone vc_gitem-zone-c vc_custom_1419240516480"><div class="vc_gitem-zone-mini"><div class="vc_gitem_row vc_row vc_gitem-row-position-top"><div class="vc_col-sm-12 vc_gitem-col vc_gitem-col-align-"><div class="vc_custom_heading vc_gitem-post-data vc_gitem-post-data-source-post_title" ><h4 style="text-align: left" >Additional Suspect Identified In Mass Shooting Case</h4></div><div class="vc_custom_heading vc_gitem-post-data vc_gitem-post-data-source-post_excerpt" ><p style="text-align: left" ><p>Another suspect is charged in connection with the mass shooting Sunday (June 1) in Mountain View. The suspect is being sought by authorities. According to the Catawba County Sheriff’s Office,&hellip;</p> </p></div><div class="vc_btn3-container vc_btn3-left"><a class="vc_general vc_btn3 vc_btn3-size-md vc_btn3-shape-rounded vc_btn3-style-flat vc_btn3-color-juicy-pink" a href="https://whky.com/additional-suspect-identified-in-mass-shooting-case/" class="vc_gitem-link vc_general vc_btn3 vc_general vc_btn3 vc_btn3-size-md vc_btn3-shape-rounded vc_btn3-style-flat vc_btn3-color-juicy-pink" title="Read more">Read more</a></div></div></div></div></div></div><div class="vc_clearfix"></div></div><div class="vc_grid-item vc_clearfix vc_col-sm-3 vc_grid-item-zone-c-bottom"><div class="vc_grid-item-mini vc_clearfix "><div class="vc_gitem-animated-block" ><div class="vc_gitem-zone vc_gitem-zone-a vc-gitem-zone-height-mode-auto vc-gitem-zone-height-mode-auto-1-1 vc_gitem-is-link" style="background-image: url('https://whky.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/06/Killian-Garon-Natheniel-060425.jpg') !important;"><a href="https://whky.com/shooting-suspect-gets-200k-bond/" title="Shooting Suspect Gets 200K Bond" class="vc_gitem-link vc-zone-link" ></a><img class="vc_gitem-zone-img" src="https://whky.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/06/Killian-Garon-Natheniel-060425.jpg" alt="Shooting Suspect Gets 200K Bond" loading="lazy"><div class="vc_gitem-zone-mini"></div></div></div><div class="vc_gitem-zone vc_gitem-zone-c vc_custom_1419240516480"><div class="vc_gitem-zone-mini"><div class="vc_gitem_row vc_row vc_gitem-row-position-top"><div class="vc_col-sm-12 vc_gitem-col vc_gitem-col-align-"><div class="vc_custom_heading vc_gitem-post-data vc_gitem-post-data-source-post_title" ><h4 style="text-align: left" >Shooting Suspect Gets 200K Bond</h4></div><div class="vc_custom_heading vc_gitem-post-data vc_gitem-post-data-source-post_excerpt" ><p style="text-align: left" ><p>Bond for 20-year-old Garon Nathaniel Killian of Lenoir has been set at $200,000, secured, contrary to the wishes of law enforcement personnel who attended a briefing at the Catawba County&hellip;</p> </p></div><div class="vc_btn3-container vc_btn3-left"><a class="vc_general vc_btn3 vc_btn3-size-md vc_btn3-shape-rounded vc_btn3-style-flat vc_btn3-color-juicy-pink" a href="https://whky.com/shooting-suspect-gets-200k-bond/" class="vc_gitem-link vc_general vc_btn3 vc_general vc_btn3 vc_btn3-size-md vc_btn3-shape-rounded vc_btn3-style-flat vc_btn3-color-juicy-pink" title="Read more">Read more</a></div></div></div></div></div></div><div class="vc_clearfix"></div></div><div class="vc_grid-item vc_clearfix vc_col-sm-3 vc_grid-item-zone-c-bottom"><div class="vc_grid-item-mini vc_clearfix "><div class="vc_gitem-animated-block" ><div class="vc_gitem-zone vc_gitem-zone-a vc-gitem-zone-height-mode-auto vc-gitem-zone-height-mode-auto-1-1 vc_gitem-is-link" style="background-image: url('https://whky.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/06/Lenoir-Explosion-060425.jpg') !important;"><a href="https://whky.com/fire-in-lenoir-tuesday-with-explosions-reported/" title="Fire in Lenoir Tuesday with Explosions Reported" class="vc_gitem-link vc-zone-link" ></a><img class="vc_gitem-zone-img" src="https://whky.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/06/Lenoir-Explosion-060425.jpg" alt="Fire in Lenoir Tuesday with Explosions Reported" loading="lazy"><div class="vc_gitem-zone-mini"></div></div></div><div class="vc_gitem-zone vc_gitem-zone-c vc_custom_1419240516480"><div class="vc_gitem-zone-mini"><div class="vc_gitem_row vc_row vc_gitem-row-position-top"><div class="vc_col-sm-12 vc_gitem-col vc_gitem-col-align-"><div class="vc_custom_heading vc_gitem-post-data vc_gitem-post-data-source-post_title" ><h4 style="text-align: left" >Fire in Lenoir Tuesday with Explosions Reported</h4></div><div class="vc_custom_heading vc_gitem-post-data vc_gitem-post-data-source-post_excerpt" ><p style="text-align: left" ><p>At 3:14 Tuesday afternoon (June 3), the Lenoir Fire Department was dispatched to a structure fire with a gas leak at a business address on Connelly Springs Road. While enroute,&hellip;</p> </p></div><div class="vc_btn3-container vc_btn3-left"><a class="vc_general vc_btn3 vc_btn3-size-md vc_btn3-shape-rounded vc_btn3-style-flat vc_btn3-color-juicy-pink" a href="https://whky.com/fire-in-lenoir-tuesday-with-explosions-reported/" class="vc_gitem-link vc_general vc_btn3 vc_general vc_btn3 vc_btn3-size-md vc_btn3-shape-rounded vc_btn3-style-flat vc_btn3-color-juicy-pink" title="Read more">Read more</a></div></div></div></div></div></div><div class="vc_clearfix"></div></div><div class="vc_grid-item vc_clearfix vc_col-sm-3 vc_grid-item-zone-c-bottom"><div class="vc_grid-item-mini vc_clearfix "><div class="vc_gitem-animated-block" ><div class="vc_gitem-zone vc_gitem-zone-a vc-gitem-zone-height-mode-auto vc-gitem-zone-height-mode-auto-1-1 vc_gitem-is-link" style="background-image: url('https://whky.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/02/Hickory-NC-Logo-020823.jpg') !important;"><a href="https://whky.com/budget-vote-held-at-tuesday-hickory-city-council-meeting/" title="Budget Vote Held At Tuesday Hickory City Council Meeting" class="vc_gitem-link vc-zone-link" ></a><img class="vc_gitem-zone-img" src="https://whky.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/02/Hickory-NC-Logo-020823.jpg" alt="Budget Vote Held At Tuesday Hickory City Council Meeting" loading="lazy"><div class="vc_gitem-zone-mini"></div></div></div><div class="vc_gitem-zone vc_gitem-zone-c vc_custom_1419240516480"><div class="vc_gitem-zone-mini"><div class="vc_gitem_row vc_row vc_gitem-row-position-top"><div class="vc_col-sm-12 vc_gitem-col vc_gitem-col-align-"><div class="vc_custom_heading vc_gitem-post-data vc_gitem-post-data-source-post_title" ><h4 style="text-align: left" >Budget Vote Held At Tuesday Hickory City Council Meeting</h4></div><div class="vc_custom_heading vc_gitem-post-data vc_gitem-post-data-source-post_excerpt" ><p style="text-align: left" ><p>Hickory City Council held a public hearing at Tuesday’s (June 3) meeting to receive feedback on the Fiscal Year 2025-2026 budget. Following the public hearing, council unanimously approved the budget&hellip;</p> </p></div><div class="vc_btn3-container vc_btn3-left"><a class="vc_general vc_btn3 vc_btn3-size-md vc_btn3-shape-rounded vc_btn3-style-flat vc_btn3-color-juicy-pink" a href="https://whky.com/budget-vote-held-at-tuesday-hickory-city-council-meeting/" class="vc_gitem-link vc_general vc_btn3 vc_general vc_btn3 vc_btn3-size-md vc_btn3-shape-rounded vc_btn3-style-flat vc_btn3-color-juicy-pink" title="Read more">Read more</a></div></div></div></div></div></div><div class="vc_clearfix"></div></div><div class="vc_grid-item vc_clearfix vc_col-sm-3 vc_grid-item-zone-c-bottom"><div class="vc_grid-item-mini vc_clearfix "><div class="vc_gitem-animated-block" ><div class="vc_gitem-zone vc_gitem-zone-a vc-gitem-zone-height-mode-auto vc-gitem-zone-height-mode-auto-1-1 vc_gitem-is-link" style="background-image: url('https://whky.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/06/Budget-Approved-Generic-Graphic-060623.jpg') !important;"><a href="https://whky.com/catawba-county-budget-approved/" title="Catawba County Budget Approved" class="vc_gitem-link vc-zone-link" ></a><img class="vc_gitem-zone-img" src="https://whky.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/06/Budget-Approved-Generic-Graphic-060623.jpg" alt="Catawba County Budget Approved" loading="lazy"><div class="vc_gitem-zone-mini"></div></div></div><div class="vc_gitem-zone vc_gitem-zone-c vc_custom_1419240516480"><div class="vc_gitem-zone-mini"><div class="vc_gitem_row vc_row vc_gitem-row-position-top"><div class="vc_col-sm-12 vc_gitem-col vc_gitem-col-align-"><div class="vc_custom_heading vc_gitem-post-data vc_gitem-post-data-source-post_title" ><h4 style="text-align: left" >Catawba County Budget Approved</h4></div><div class="vc_custom_heading vc_gitem-post-data vc_gitem-post-data-source-post_excerpt" ><p style="text-align: left" ><p>Catawba County Commissioners approved the 2025-2026 Fiscal Year budget during their Monday (June 2) meeting. Since the original presentation of the budget on May 12, changes were made, reducing the&hellip;</p> </p></div><div class="vc_btn3-container vc_btn3-left"><a class="vc_general vc_btn3 vc_btn3-size-md vc_btn3-shape-rounded vc_btn3-style-flat vc_btn3-color-juicy-pink" a href="https://whky.com/catawba-county-budget-approved/" class="vc_gitem-link vc_general vc_btn3 vc_general vc_btn3 vc_btn3-size-md vc_btn3-shape-rounded vc_btn3-style-flat vc_btn3-color-juicy-pink" title="Read more">Read more</a></div></div></div></div></div></div><div class="vc_clearfix"></div></div><div class="vc_grid-item vc_clearfix vc_col-sm-3 vc_grid-item-zone-c-bottom"><div class="vc_grid-item-mini vc_clearfix "><div class="vc_gitem-animated-block" ><div class="vc_gitem-zone vc_gitem-zone-a vc-gitem-zone-height-mode-auto vc-gitem-zone-height-mode-auto-1-1 vc_gitem-is-link" style="background-image: url('https://whky.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/06/Fraudulent-Text-Message-Scam-Pic-060425.jpg') !important;"><a href="https://whky.com/hickory-pd-issues-warning-regarding-dmv-text-message-scam/" title="Hickory PD Issues Warning Regarding DMV Text Message Scam" class="vc_gitem-link vc-zone-link" ></a><img class="vc_gitem-zone-img" src="https://whky.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/06/Fraudulent-Text-Message-Scam-Pic-060425.jpg" alt="Hickory PD Issues Warning Regarding DMV Text Message Scam" loading="lazy"><div class="vc_gitem-zone-mini"></div></div></div><div class="vc_gitem-zone vc_gitem-zone-c vc_custom_1419240516480"><div class="vc_gitem-zone-mini"><div class="vc_gitem_row vc_row vc_gitem-row-position-top"><div class="vc_col-sm-12 vc_gitem-col vc_gitem-col-align-"><div class="vc_custom_heading vc_gitem-post-data vc_gitem-post-data-source-post_title" ><h4 style="text-align: left" >Hickory PD Issues Warning Regarding DMV Text Message Scam</h4></div><div class="vc_custom_heading vc_gitem-post-data vc_gitem-post-data-source-post_excerpt" ><p style="text-align: left" ><p>Suspicious text messages claiming recipients have an unpaid traffic ticket were sent to many Hickory residents. According to the Hickory Police Department, this is a scam. The fraudulent messages contain&hellip;</p> </p></div><div class="vc_btn3-container vc_btn3-left"><a class="vc_general vc_btn3 vc_btn3-size-md vc_btn3-shape-rounded vc_btn3-style-flat vc_btn3-color-juicy-pink" a href="https://whky.com/hickory-pd-issues-warning-regarding-dmv-text-message-scam/" class="vc_gitem-link vc_general vc_btn3 vc_general vc_btn3 vc_btn3-size-md vc_btn3-shape-rounded vc_btn3-style-flat vc_btn3-color-juicy-pink" title="Read more">Read more</a></div></div></div></div></div></div><div class="vc_clearfix"></div></div><div class="vc_grid-item vc_clearfix vc_col-sm-3 vc_grid-item-zone-c-bottom"><div class="vc_grid-item-mini vc_clearfix "><div class="vc_gitem-animated-block" ><div class="vc_gitem-zone vc_gitem-zone-a vc-gitem-zone-height-mode-auto vc-gitem-zone-height-mode-auto-1-1 vc_gitem-is-link" style="background-image: url('https://whky.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/08/PACT.jpg') !important;"><a href="https://whky.com/hickory-pd-announces-traffic-enforcement-location-for-june/" title="Hickory PD Announces Traffic Enforcement Location For June" class="vc_gitem-link vc-zone-link" ></a><img class="vc_gitem-zone-img" src="https://whky.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/08/PACT.jpg" alt="Hickory PD Announces Traffic Enforcement Location For June" loading="lazy"><div class="vc_gitem-zone-mini"></div></div></div><div class="vc_gitem-zone vc_gitem-zone-c vc_custom_1419240516480"><div class="vc_gitem-zone-mini"><div class="vc_gitem_row vc_row vc_gitem-row-position-top"><div class="vc_col-sm-12 vc_gitem-col vc_gitem-col-align-"><div class="vc_custom_heading vc_gitem-post-data vc_gitem-post-data-source-post_title" ><h4 style="text-align: left" >Hickory PD Announces Traffic Enforcement Location For June</h4></div><div class="vc_custom_heading vc_gitem-post-data vc_gitem-post-data-source-post_excerpt" ><p style="text-align: left" ><p>The Hickory Police Department will continue to focus on Hwy 127 from 29th Avenue Drive NW to 1st Avenue SE for June’s traffic enforcement P.A.C.T. – Pay Attention in City&hellip;</p> </p></div><div class="vc_btn3-container vc_btn3-left"><a class="vc_general vc_btn3 vc_btn3-size-md vc_btn3-shape-rounded vc_btn3-style-flat vc_btn3-color-juicy-pink" a href="https://whky.com/hickory-pd-announces-traffic-enforcement-location-for-june/" class="vc_gitem-link vc_general vc_btn3 vc_general vc_btn3 vc_btn3-size-md vc_btn3-shape-rounded vc_btn3-style-flat vc_btn3-color-juicy-pink" title="Read more">Read more</a></div></div></div></div></div></div><div class="vc_clearfix"></div></div><div class="vc_grid-item vc_clearfix vc_col-sm-3 vc_grid-item-zone-c-bottom"><div class="vc_grid-item-mini vc_clearfix "><div class="vc_gitem-animated-block" ><div class="vc_gitem-zone vc_gitem-zone-a vc-gitem-zone-height-mode-auto vc-gitem-zone-height-mode-auto-1-1 vc_gitem-is-link" style="background-image: url('https://whky.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/06/Killian-Garon-Natheniel-060425.jpg') !important;"><a href="https://whky.com/arrest-made-in-mass-shooting-event-in-mountain-view/" title="Arrest Made In Mass Shooting In Mountain View (Updated at 3:50 a.m., 6/4/25)" class="vc_gitem-link vc-zone-link" ></a><img class="vc_gitem-zone-img" src="https://whky.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/06/Killian-Garon-Natheniel-060425.jpg" alt="Arrest Made In Mass Shooting In Mountain View (Updated at 3:50 a.m., 6/4/25)" loading="lazy"><div class="vc_gitem-zone-mini"></div></div></div><div class="vc_gitem-zone vc_gitem-zone-c vc_custom_1419240516480"><div class="vc_gitem-zone-mini"><div class="vc_gitem_row vc_row vc_gitem-row-position-top"><div class="vc_col-sm-12 vc_gitem-col vc_gitem-col-align-"><div class="vc_custom_heading vc_gitem-post-data vc_gitem-post-data-source-post_title" ><h4 style="text-align: left" >Arrest Made In Mass Shooting In Mountain View (Updated at 3:50 a.m., 6/4/25)</h4></div><div class="vc_custom_heading vc_gitem-post-data vc_gitem-post-data-source-post_excerpt" ><p style="text-align: left" ><p>A suspect has been charged in connection to the mass shooting Sunday (June 1) in Mountain View. According to the Catawba County Sheriff’s Office, 20-year-old Garon Nathaniel Killian of Lenoir&hellip;</p> </p></div><div class="vc_btn3-container vc_btn3-left"><a class="vc_general vc_btn3 vc_btn3-size-md vc_btn3-shape-rounded vc_btn3-style-flat vc_btn3-color-juicy-pink" a href="https://whky.com/arrest-made-in-mass-shooting-event-in-mountain-view/" class="vc_gitem-link vc_general vc_btn3 vc_general vc_btn3 vc_btn3-size-md vc_btn3-shape-rounded vc_btn3-style-flat vc_btn3-color-juicy-pink" title="Read more">Read more</a></div></div></div></div></div></div><div class="vc_clearfix"></div></div><div class="vc_grid-item vc_clearfix vc_col-sm-3 vc_grid-item-zone-c-bottom"><div class="vc_grid-item-mini vc_clearfix "><div class="vc_gitem-animated-block" ><div class="vc_gitem-zone vc_gitem-zone-a vc-gitem-zone-height-mode-auto vc-gitem-zone-height-mode-auto-1-1 vc_gitem-is-link" style="background-image: url('https://whky.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/06/IMG_0032.webp') !important;"><a href="https://whky.com/victims-identified-in-saturday-shooting-in-burke-county/" title="Victims Identified in Saturday Shooting in Burke County" class="vc_gitem-link vc-zone-link" ></a><img class="vc_gitem-zone-img" src="https://whky.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/06/IMG_0032.webp" alt="Victims Identified in Saturday Shooting in Burke County" loading="lazy"><div class="vc_gitem-zone-mini"></div></div></div><div class="vc_gitem-zone vc_gitem-zone-c vc_custom_1419240516480"><div class="vc_gitem-zone-mini"><div class="vc_gitem_row vc_row vc_gitem-row-position-top"><div class="vc_col-sm-12 vc_gitem-col vc_gitem-col-align-"><div class="vc_custom_heading vc_gitem-post-data vc_gitem-post-data-source-post_title" ><h4 style="text-align: left" >Victims Identified in Saturday Shooting in Burke County</h4></div><div class="vc_custom_heading vc_gitem-post-data vc_gitem-post-data-source-post_excerpt" ><p style="text-align: left" ><p>The victims in a shooting Saturday (May 31) in Burke County have been identified. One man was killed. He is 34-year-old Gregory Adonis Rutherford. Mr. Rutherford was pronounced deceased at&hellip;</p> </p></div><div class="vc_btn3-container vc_btn3-left"><a class="vc_general vc_btn3 vc_btn3-size-md vc_btn3-shape-rounded vc_btn3-style-flat vc_btn3-color-juicy-pink" a href="https://whky.com/victims-identified-in-saturday-shooting-in-burke-county/" class="vc_gitem-link vc_general vc_btn3 vc_general vc_btn3 vc_btn3-size-md vc_btn3-shape-rounded vc_btn3-style-flat vc_btn3-color-juicy-pink" title="Read more">Read more</a></div></div></div></div></div></div><div class="vc_clearfix"></div></div><div class="vc_grid-item vc_clearfix vc_col-sm-3 vc_grid-item-zone-c-bottom"><div class="vc_grid-item-mini vc_clearfix "><div class="vc_gitem-animated-block" ><div class="vc_gitem-zone vc_gitem-zone-a vc-gitem-zone-height-mode-auto vc-gitem-zone-height-mode-auto-1-1 vc_gitem-is-link" style="background-image: url('https://whky.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/05/Morganton-Public-Safety-logo-051424.jpg') !important;"><a href="https://whky.com/fire-damages-dental-offices-in-morganton/" title="Fire Damages Dental Offices in Morganton" class="vc_gitem-link vc-zone-link" ></a><img class="vc_gitem-zone-img" src="https://whky.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/05/Morganton-Public-Safety-logo-051424.jpg" alt="Fire Damages Dental Offices in Morganton" loading="lazy"><div class="vc_gitem-zone-mini"></div></div></div><div class="vc_gitem-zone vc_gitem-zone-c vc_custom_1419240516480"><div class="vc_gitem-zone-mini"><div class="vc_gitem_row vc_row vc_gitem-row-position-top"><div class="vc_col-sm-12 vc_gitem-col vc_gitem-col-align-"><div class="vc_custom_heading vc_gitem-post-data vc_gitem-post-data-source-post_title" ><h4 style="text-align: left" >Fire Damages Dental Offices in Morganton</h4></div><div class="vc_custom_heading vc_gitem-post-data vc_gitem-post-data-source-post_excerpt" ><p style="text-align: left" ><p>At about 10:20 Saturday night (May 31), Morganton Public Safety responded to a fire alarm at Foothills Dental on East Parker Road. Upon arrival, responders noticed smoke coming from the&hellip;</p> </p></div><div class="vc_btn3-container vc_btn3-left"><a class="vc_general vc_btn3 vc_btn3-size-md vc_btn3-shape-rounded vc_btn3-style-flat vc_btn3-color-juicy-pink" a href="https://whky.com/fire-damages-dental-offices-in-morganton/" class="vc_gitem-link vc_general vc_btn3 vc_general vc_btn3 vc_btn3-size-md vc_btn3-shape-rounded vc_btn3-style-flat vc_btn3-color-juicy-pink" title="Read more">Read more</a></div></div></div></div></div></div><div class="vc_clearfix"></div></div><div class="vc_grid-item vc_clearfix vc_col-sm-3 vc_grid-item-zone-c-bottom"><div class="vc_grid-item-mini vc_clearfix "><div class="vc_gitem-animated-block" ><div class="vc_gitem-zone vc_gitem-zone-a vc-gitem-zone-height-mode-auto vc-gitem-zone-height-mode-auto-1-1 vc_gitem-is-link" style="background-image: url('https://whky.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/06/NC-Safe-Week-Of-Action-Pic-060325.jpg') !important;"><a href="https://whky.com/governor-proclaims-week-focusing-on-safe-firearm-storage/" title="Governor Proclaims Week Focusing On Safe Firearm Storage" class="vc_gitem-link vc-zone-link" ></a><img class="vc_gitem-zone-img" src="https://whky.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/06/NC-Safe-Week-Of-Action-Pic-060325.jpg" alt="Governor Proclaims Week Focusing On Safe Firearm Storage" loading="lazy"><div class="vc_gitem-zone-mini"></div></div></div><div class="vc_gitem-zone vc_gitem-zone-c vc_custom_1419240516480"><div class="vc_gitem-zone-mini"><div class="vc_gitem_row vc_row vc_gitem-row-position-top"><div class="vc_col-sm-12 vc_gitem-col vc_gitem-col-align-"><div class="vc_custom_heading vc_gitem-post-data vc_gitem-post-data-source-post_title" ><h4 style="text-align: left" >Governor Proclaims Week Focusing On Safe Firearm Storage</h4></div><div class="vc_custom_heading vc_gitem-post-data vc_gitem-post-data-source-post_excerpt" ><p style="text-align: left" ><p>Governor Josh Stein proclaimed June 1-7 as the North Carolina S.A.F.E. Week of Action. Sponsored by the N.C. Department of Public Safety, this Week of Action seeks to unite communities,&hellip;</p> </p></div><div class="vc_btn3-container vc_btn3-left"><a class="vc_general vc_btn3 vc_btn3-size-md vc_btn3-shape-rounded vc_btn3-style-flat vc_btn3-color-juicy-pink" a href="https://whky.com/governor-proclaims-week-focusing-on-safe-firearm-storage/" class="vc_gitem-link vc_general vc_btn3 vc_general vc_btn3 vc_btn3-size-md vc_btn3-shape-rounded vc_btn3-style-flat vc_btn3-color-juicy-pink" title="Read more">Read more</a></div></div></div></div></div></div><div class="vc_clearfix"></div></div><div class="vc_grid-item vc_clearfix vc_col-sm-3 vc_grid-item-zone-c-bottom"><div class="vc_grid-item-mini vc_clearfix "><div class="vc_gitem-animated-block" ><div class="vc_gitem-zone vc_gitem-zone-a vc-gitem-zone-height-mode-auto vc-gitem-zone-height-mode-auto-1-1 vc_gitem-is-link" style="background-image: url('https://whky.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/06/Newton-Swimming-Pool-Pic-060325.jpg') !important;"><a href="https://whky.com/newton-swimming-pool-to-open-for-season-next-week/" title="Newton Swimming Pool To Open For Season Next Week" class="vc_gitem-link vc-zone-link" ></a><img class="vc_gitem-zone-img" src="https://whky.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/06/Newton-Swimming-Pool-Pic-060325.jpg" alt="Newton Swimming Pool To Open For Season Next Week" loading="lazy"><div class="vc_gitem-zone-mini"></div></div></div><div class="vc_gitem-zone vc_gitem-zone-c vc_custom_1419240516480"><div class="vc_gitem-zone-mini"><div class="vc_gitem_row vc_row vc_gitem-row-position-top"><div class="vc_col-sm-12 vc_gitem-col vc_gitem-col-align-"><div class="vc_custom_heading vc_gitem-post-data vc_gitem-post-data-source-post_title" ><h4 style="text-align: left" >Newton Swimming Pool To Open For Season Next Week</h4></div><div class="vc_custom_heading vc_gitem-post-data vc_gitem-post-data-source-post_excerpt" ><p style="text-align: left" ><p>The City of Newton Swimming Pool will open on Monday, June 9. Pool hours are Monday through Saturday: 1–6 p.m., the pool is closed Sunday. Daily admission costs are: Children&hellip;</p> </p></div><div class="vc_btn3-container vc_btn3-left"><a class="vc_general vc_btn3 vc_btn3-size-md vc_btn3-shape-rounded vc_btn3-style-flat vc_btn3-color-juicy-pink" a href="https://whky.com/newton-swimming-pool-to-open-for-season-next-week/" class="vc_gitem-link vc_general vc_btn3 vc_general vc_btn3 vc_btn3-size-md vc_btn3-shape-rounded vc_btn3-style-flat vc_btn3-color-juicy-pink" title="Read more">Read more</a></div></div></div></div></div></div><div class="vc_clearfix"></div></div><div class="vc_grid-item vc_clearfix vc_col-sm-3 vc_grid-item-zone-c-bottom"><div class="vc_grid-item-mini vc_clearfix "><div class="vc_gitem-animated-block" ><div class="vc_gitem-zone vc_gitem-zone-a vc-gitem-zone-height-mode-auto vc-gitem-zone-height-mode-auto-1-1 vc_gitem-is-link" style="background-image: url('https://whky.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/06/WPCOG-Trail-Clean-Up-060325-791x1024.jpg') !important;"><a href="https://whky.com/trail-clean-up-scheduled-in-morganton/" title="Trail Clean-Up Scheduled In Morganton" class="vc_gitem-link vc-zone-link" ></a><img class="vc_gitem-zone-img" src="https://whky.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/06/WPCOG-Trail-Clean-Up-060325-791x1024.jpg" alt="Trail Clean-Up Scheduled In Morganton" loading="lazy"><div class="vc_gitem-zone-mini"></div></div></div><div class="vc_gitem-zone vc_gitem-zone-c vc_custom_1419240516480"><div class="vc_gitem-zone-mini"><div class="vc_gitem_row vc_row vc_gitem-row-position-top"><div class="vc_col-sm-12 vc_gitem-col vc_gitem-col-align-"><div class="vc_custom_heading vc_gitem-post-data vc_gitem-post-data-source-post_title" ><h4 style="text-align: left" >Trail Clean-Up Scheduled In Morganton</h4></div><div class="vc_custom_heading vc_gitem-post-data vc_gitem-post-data-source-post_excerpt" ><p style="text-align: left" ><p>The Western Piedmont Council of Governments is teaming up with Foothills Conservancy of North Carolina to clean up a new mountain bike trail in Morganton. The public’s help is being&hellip;</p> </p></div><div class="vc_btn3-container vc_btn3-left"><a class="vc_general vc_btn3 vc_btn3-size-md vc_btn3-shape-rounded vc_btn3-style-flat vc_btn3-color-juicy-pink" a href="https://whky.com/trail-clean-up-scheduled-in-morganton/" class="vc_gitem-link vc_general vc_btn3 vc_general vc_btn3 vc_btn3-size-md vc_btn3-shape-rounded vc_btn3-style-flat vc_btn3-color-juicy-pink" title="Read more">Read more</a></div></div></div></div></div></div><div class="vc_clearfix"></div></div><div class="vc_grid-item vc_clearfix vc_col-sm-3 vc_grid-item-zone-c-bottom"><div class="vc_grid-item-mini vc_clearfix "><div class="vc_gitem-animated-block" ><div class="vc_gitem-zone vc_gitem-zone-a vc-gitem-zone-height-mode-auto vc-gitem-zone-height-mode-auto-1-1 vc_gitem-is-link" style="background-image: url('https://whky.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/06/Allport-Simon-060325-880x1024.jpg') !important;"><a href="https://whky.com/new-service-added-to-frye-regional-medical-center/" title="New Service Added To Frye Regional Medical Center" class="vc_gitem-link vc-zone-link" ></a><img class="vc_gitem-zone-img" src="https://whky.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/06/Allport-Simon-060325-880x1024.jpg" alt="New Service Added To Frye Regional Medical Center" loading="lazy"><div class="vc_gitem-zone-mini"></div></div></div><div class="vc_gitem-zone vc_gitem-zone-c vc_custom_1419240516480"><div class="vc_gitem-zone-mini"><div class="vc_gitem_row vc_row vc_gitem-row-position-top"><div class="vc_col-sm-12 vc_gitem-col vc_gitem-col-align-"><div class="vc_custom_heading vc_gitem-post-data vc_gitem-post-data-source-post_title" ><h4 style="text-align: left" >New Service Added To Frye Regional Medical Center</h4></div><div class="vc_custom_heading vc_gitem-post-data vc_gitem-post-data-source-post_excerpt" ><p style="text-align: left" ><p>Frye Regional Medical Center, a Duke Lifepoint hospital, announces the addition of FryeCare Gastroenterology to its growing list of specialty services. The new practice is located at 1771 Tate Blvd.&hellip;</p> </p></div><div class="vc_btn3-container vc_btn3-left"><a class="vc_general vc_btn3 vc_btn3-size-md vc_btn3-shape-rounded vc_btn3-style-flat vc_btn3-color-juicy-pink" a href="https://whky.com/new-service-added-to-frye-regional-medical-center/" class="vc_gitem-link vc_general vc_btn3 vc_general vc_btn3 vc_btn3-size-md vc_btn3-shape-rounded vc_btn3-style-flat vc_btn3-color-juicy-pink" title="Read more">Read more</a></div></div></div></div></div></div><div class="vc_clearfix"></div></div><div class="vc_grid-item vc_clearfix vc_col-sm-3 vc_grid-item-zone-c-bottom"><div class="vc_grid-item-mini vc_clearfix "><div class="vc_gitem-animated-block" ><div class="vc_gitem-zone vc_gitem-zone-a vc-gitem-zone-height-mode-auto vc-gitem-zone-height-mode-auto-1-1 vc_gitem-is-link" style="background-image: url('https://whky.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/06/Morganton-Parks-Recreation-Pic-060325.jpg') !important;"><a href="https://whky.com/morganton-road-parking-lot-closure-announced/" title="Morganton Road &#038; Parking Lot Closure Announced" class="vc_gitem-link vc-zone-link" ></a><img class="vc_gitem-zone-img" src="https://whky.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/06/Morganton-Parks-Recreation-Pic-060325.jpg" alt="Morganton Road & Parking Lot Closure Announced" loading="lazy"><div class="vc_gitem-zone-mini"></div></div></div><div class="vc_gitem-zone vc_gitem-zone-c vc_custom_1419240516480"><div class="vc_gitem-zone-mini"><div class="vc_gitem_row vc_row vc_gitem-row-position-top"><div class="vc_col-sm-12 vc_gitem-col vc_gitem-col-align-"><div class="vc_custom_heading vc_gitem-post-data vc_gitem-post-data-source-post_title" ><h4 style="text-align: left" >Morganton Road &#038; Parking Lot Closure Announced</h4></div><div class="vc_custom_heading vc_gitem-post-data vc_gitem-post-data-source-post_excerpt" ><p style="text-align: left" ><p>Freedom Park Road in Morganton and portions of the parking lot will be closed beginning this Wednesday, June 4 for paving. The front parking lot will remain open along with&hellip;</p> </p></div><div class="vc_btn3-container vc_btn3-left"><a class="vc_general vc_btn3 vc_btn3-size-md vc_btn3-shape-rounded vc_btn3-style-flat vc_btn3-color-juicy-pink" a href="https://whky.com/morganton-road-parking-lot-closure-announced/" class="vc_gitem-link vc_general vc_btn3 vc_general vc_btn3 vc_btn3-size-md vc_btn3-shape-rounded vc_btn3-style-flat vc_btn3-color-juicy-pink" title="Read more">Read more</a></div></div></div></div></div></div><div class="vc_clearfix"></div></div><div class="vc_grid-item vc_clearfix vc_col-sm-3 vc_grid-item-zone-c-bottom"><div class="vc_grid-item-mini vc_clearfix "><div class="vc_gitem-animated-block" ><div class="vc_gitem-zone vc_gitem-zone-a vc-gitem-zone-height-mode-auto vc-gitem-zone-height-mode-auto-1-1 vc_gitem-is-link" style="background-image: url('https://whky.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/06/Shooting-Footage-Sought-060225-1024x663.jpg') !important;"><a href="https://whky.com/investigators-seek-footage-from-shooting-number-of-victims-currently-hospitalized-now-at-four/" title="Investigators Seek Footage from Shooting; Number of Victims Currently Hospitalized Now at Four" class="vc_gitem-link vc-zone-link" ></a><img class="vc_gitem-zone-img" src="https://whky.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/06/Shooting-Footage-Sought-060225-1024x663.jpg" alt="Investigators Seek Footage from Shooting; Number of Victims Currently Hospitalized Now at Four" loading="lazy"><div class="vc_gitem-zone-mini"></div></div></div><div class="vc_gitem-zone vc_gitem-zone-c vc_custom_1419240516480"><div class="vc_gitem-zone-mini"><div class="vc_gitem_row vc_row vc_gitem-row-position-top"><div class="vc_col-sm-12 vc_gitem-col vc_gitem-col-align-"><div class="vc_custom_heading vc_gitem-post-data vc_gitem-post-data-source-post_title" ><h4 style="text-align: left" >Investigators Seek Footage from Shooting; Number of Victims Currently Hospitalized Now at Four</h4></div><div class="vc_custom_heading vc_gitem-post-data vc_gitem-post-data-source-post_excerpt" ><p style="text-align: left" ><p>As the investigation into the mass shooting Sunday (June 1) on Walnut Acres Drive expands, the Catawba County Sheriff&#8217;s Office is asking homeowners and business owners in three specific areas&hellip;</p> </p></div><div class="vc_btn3-container vc_btn3-left"><a class="vc_general vc_btn3 vc_btn3-size-md vc_btn3-shape-rounded vc_btn3-style-flat vc_btn3-color-juicy-pink" a href="https://whky.com/investigators-seek-footage-from-shooting-number-of-victims-currently-hospitalized-now-at-four/" class="vc_gitem-link vc_general vc_btn3 vc_general vc_btn3 vc_btn3-size-md vc_btn3-shape-rounded vc_btn3-style-flat vc_btn3-color-juicy-pink" title="Read more">Read more</a></div></div></div></div></div></div><div class="vc_clearfix"></div></div><div class="vc_grid-item vc_clearfix vc_col-sm-3 vc_grid-item-zone-c-bottom"><div class="vc_grid-item-mini vc_clearfix "><div class="vc_gitem-animated-block" ><div class="vc_gitem-zone vc_gitem-zone-a vc-gitem-zone-height-mode-auto vc-gitem-zone-height-mode-auto-1-1 vc_gitem-is-link" style="background-image: url('https://whky.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/06/Aaron-Turk-At-News-Conference-For-Web-060225.jpg') !important;"><a href="https://whky.com/investigation-into-mass-shooting-in-mountain-view-continues/" title="Investigation into Mass Shooting in Mountain View Continues [UPDATE 12:00 p.m. 06/02]" class="vc_gitem-link vc-zone-link" ></a><img class="vc_gitem-zone-img" src="https://whky.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/06/Aaron-Turk-At-News-Conference-For-Web-060225.jpg" alt="Investigation into Mass Shooting in Mountain View Continues [UPDATE 12:00 p.m. 06/02]" loading="lazy"><div class="vc_gitem-zone-mini"></div></div></div><div class="vc_gitem-zone vc_gitem-zone-c vc_custom_1419240516480"><div class="vc_gitem-zone-mini"><div class="vc_gitem_row vc_row vc_gitem-row-position-top"><div class="vc_col-sm-12 vc_gitem-col vc_gitem-col-align-"><div class="vc_custom_heading vc_gitem-post-data vc_gitem-post-data-source-post_title" ><h4 style="text-align: left" >Investigation into Mass Shooting in Mountain View Continues [UPDATE 12:00 p.m. 06/02]</h4></div><div class="vc_custom_heading vc_gitem-post-data vc_gitem-post-data-source-post_excerpt" ><p style="text-align: left" ><p>[UPDATE: The Federal Bureau of Investigation is offering a $15,000 reward for information leading to the identity, arrest, and successful prosecution of the suspect or suspects in connection with the&hellip;</p> </p></div><div class="vc_btn3-container vc_btn3-left"><a class="vc_general vc_btn3 vc_btn3-size-md vc_btn3-shape-rounded vc_btn3-style-flat vc_btn3-color-juicy-pink" a href="https://whky.com/investigation-into-mass-shooting-in-mountain-view-continues/" class="vc_gitem-link vc_general vc_btn3 vc_general vc_btn3 vc_btn3-size-md vc_btn3-shape-rounded vc_btn3-style-flat vc_btn3-color-juicy-pink" title="Read more">Read more</a></div></div></div></div></div></div><div class="vc_clearfix"></div></div><div class="vc_grid-item vc_clearfix vc_col-sm-3 vc_grid-item-zone-c-bottom"><div class="vc_grid-item-mini vc_clearfix "><div class="vc_gitem-animated-block" ><div class="vc_gitem-zone vc_gitem-zone-a vc-gitem-zone-height-mode-auto vc-gitem-zone-height-mode-auto-1-1 vc_gitem-is-link" style="background-image: url('https://whky.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/Catawba-County-New-Logo-031919.jpg') !important;"><a href="https://whky.com/budget-presentation-scheduled-at-tonights-catawba-county-commissioners-meeting/" title="Budget Presentation Scheduled At Tonight&#8217;s Catawba County Commissioners Meeting" class="vc_gitem-link vc-zone-link" ></a><img class="vc_gitem-zone-img" src="https://whky.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/Catawba-County-New-Logo-031919.jpg" alt="Budget Presentation Scheduled At Tonight's Catawba County Commissioners Meeting" loading="lazy"><div class="vc_gitem-zone-mini"></div></div></div><div class="vc_gitem-zone vc_gitem-zone-c vc_custom_1419240516480"><div class="vc_gitem-zone-mini"><div class="vc_gitem_row vc_row vc_gitem-row-position-top"><div class="vc_col-sm-12 vc_gitem-col vc_gitem-col-align-"><div class="vc_custom_heading vc_gitem-post-data vc_gitem-post-data-source-post_title" ><h4 style="text-align: left" >Budget Presentation Scheduled At Tonight&#8217;s Catawba County Commissioners Meeting</h4></div><div class="vc_custom_heading vc_gitem-post-data vc_gitem-post-data-source-post_excerpt" ><p style="text-align: left" ><p>Catawba County Commissioners meet in regular session today (June 2) at 7 p.m. in the Board of Commissioners meeting room in the Catawba County Justice Center in Newton. County Manager&hellip;</p> </p></div><div class="vc_btn3-container vc_btn3-left"><a class="vc_general vc_btn3 vc_btn3-size-md vc_btn3-shape-rounded vc_btn3-style-flat vc_btn3-color-juicy-pink" a href="https://whky.com/budget-presentation-scheduled-at-tonights-catawba-county-commissioners-meeting/" class="vc_gitem-link vc_general vc_btn3 vc_general vc_btn3 vc_btn3-size-md vc_btn3-shape-rounded vc_btn3-style-flat vc_btn3-color-juicy-pink" title="Read more">Read more</a></div></div></div></div></div></div><div class="vc_clearfix"></div></div><div class="vc_grid-item vc_clearfix vc_col-sm-3 vc_grid-item-zone-c-bottom"><div class="vc_grid-item-mini vc_clearfix "><div class="vc_gitem-animated-block" ><div class="vc_gitem-zone vc_gitem-zone-a vc-gitem-zone-height-mode-auto vc-gitem-zone-height-mode-auto-1-1 vc_gitem-is-link" style="background-image: url('https://whky.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/02/Hickory-NC-Logo-020823.jpg') !important;"><a href="https://whky.com/budget-public-hearing-scheduled-at-tuesdays-hickory-city-council-meeting/" title="Budget Public Hearing Scheduled At Tuesday&#8217;s Hickory City Council Meeting" class="vc_gitem-link vc-zone-link" ></a><img class="vc_gitem-zone-img" src="https://whky.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/02/Hickory-NC-Logo-020823.jpg" alt="Budget Public Hearing Scheduled At Tuesday's Hickory City Council Meeting" loading="lazy"><div class="vc_gitem-zone-mini"></div></div></div><div class="vc_gitem-zone vc_gitem-zone-c vc_custom_1419240516480"><div class="vc_gitem-zone-mini"><div class="vc_gitem_row vc_row vc_gitem-row-position-top"><div class="vc_col-sm-12 vc_gitem-col vc_gitem-col-align-"><div class="vc_custom_heading vc_gitem-post-data vc_gitem-post-data-source-post_title" ><h4 style="text-align: left" >Budget Public Hearing Scheduled At Tuesday&#8217;s Hickory City Council Meeting</h4></div><div class="vc_custom_heading vc_gitem-post-data vc_gitem-post-data-source-post_excerpt" ><p style="text-align: left" ><p>A public hearing is scheduled at Tuesday’s (June 3) Hickory City Council meeting to hear feedback on the 2025-2026 Fiscal Year budget. The Recommended Budget totals $159,075,833 for all city&hellip;</p> </p></div><div class="vc_btn3-container vc_btn3-left"><a class="vc_general vc_btn3 vc_btn3-size-md vc_btn3-shape-rounded vc_btn3-style-flat vc_btn3-color-juicy-pink" a href="https://whky.com/budget-public-hearing-scheduled-at-tuesdays-hickory-city-council-meeting/" class="vc_gitem-link vc_general vc_btn3 vc_general vc_btn3 vc_btn3-size-md vc_btn3-shape-rounded vc_btn3-style-flat vc_btn3-color-juicy-pink" title="Read more">Read more</a></div></div></div></div></div></div><div class="vc_clearfix"></div></div><div class="vc_grid-item vc_clearfix vc_col-sm-3 vc_grid-item-zone-c-bottom"><div class="vc_grid-item-mini vc_clearfix "><div class="vc_gitem-animated-block" ><div class="vc_gitem-zone vc_gitem-zone-a vc-gitem-zone-height-mode-auto vc-gitem-zone-height-mode-auto-1-1 vc_gitem-is-link" style="background-image: url('https://whky.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/02/Stein-Gov-Josh-020325-1024x801.jpg') !important;"><a href="https://whky.com/governor-stein-discusses-states-dmv-crisis/" title="Governor Stein Discusses State&#8217;s DMV Crisis" class="vc_gitem-link vc-zone-link" ></a><img class="vc_gitem-zone-img" src="https://whky.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/02/Stein-Gov-Josh-020325-1024x801.jpg" alt="Governor Stein Discusses State's DMV Crisis" loading="lazy"><div class="vc_gitem-zone-mini"></div></div></div><div class="vc_gitem-zone vc_gitem-zone-c vc_custom_1419240516480"><div class="vc_gitem-zone-mini"><div class="vc_gitem_row vc_row vc_gitem-row-position-top"><div class="vc_col-sm-12 vc_gitem-col vc_gitem-col-align-"><div class="vc_custom_heading vc_gitem-post-data vc_gitem-post-data-source-post_title" ><h4 style="text-align: left" >Governor Stein Discusses State&#8217;s DMV Crisis</h4></div><div class="vc_custom_heading vc_gitem-post-data vc_gitem-post-data-source-post_excerpt" ><p style="text-align: left" ><p>On Friday (May 30), Governor Josh Stein joined Secretary of Transportation Joey Hopkins and DMV Commissioner Paul Tine to highlight North Carolina’s ongoing DMV crisis and call for cross-government partnership&hellip;</p> </p></div><div class="vc_btn3-container vc_btn3-left"><a class="vc_general vc_btn3 vc_btn3-size-md vc_btn3-shape-rounded vc_btn3-style-flat vc_btn3-color-juicy-pink" a href="https://whky.com/governor-stein-discusses-states-dmv-crisis/" class="vc_gitem-link vc_general vc_btn3 vc_general vc_btn3 vc_btn3-size-md vc_btn3-shape-rounded vc_btn3-style-flat vc_btn3-color-juicy-pink" title="Read more">Read more</a></div></div></div></div></div></div><div class="vc_clearfix"></div></div><div class="vc_grid-item vc_clearfix vc_col-sm-3 vc_grid-item-zone-c-bottom"><div class="vc_grid-item-mini vc_clearfix "><div class="vc_gitem-animated-block" ><div class="vc_gitem-zone vc_gitem-zone-a vc-gitem-zone-height-mode-auto vc-gitem-zone-height-mode-auto-1-1 vc_gitem-is-link" style="background-image: url('https://whky.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/06/IMG_0032.webp') !important;"><a href="https://whky.com/burke-county-shooting-results-in-fatality-multiple-injuries/" title="Burke County Shooting Results In Fatality, Multiple Injuries" class="vc_gitem-link vc-zone-link" ></a><img class="vc_gitem-zone-img" src="https://whky.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/06/IMG_0032.webp" alt="Burke County Shooting Results In Fatality, Multiple Injuries" loading="lazy"><div class="vc_gitem-zone-mini"></div></div></div><div class="vc_gitem-zone vc_gitem-zone-c vc_custom_1419240516480"><div class="vc_gitem-zone-mini"><div class="vc_gitem_row vc_row vc_gitem-row-position-top"><div class="vc_col-sm-12 vc_gitem-col vc_gitem-col-align-"><div class="vc_custom_heading vc_gitem-post-data vc_gitem-post-data-source-post_title" ><h4 style="text-align: left" >Burke County Shooting Results In Fatality, Multiple Injuries</h4></div><div class="vc_custom_heading vc_gitem-post-data vc_gitem-post-data-source-post_excerpt" ><p style="text-align: left" ><p>A fatal shooting is under investigation in Burke County. Saturday (May 31) at approximately 5:45 p.m. the Burke County Sheriff’s Office responded to a shooting in the area of Kathy&hellip;</p> </p></div><div class="vc_btn3-container vc_btn3-left"><a class="vc_general vc_btn3 vc_btn3-size-md vc_btn3-shape-rounded vc_btn3-style-flat vc_btn3-color-juicy-pink" a href="https://whky.com/burke-county-shooting-results-in-fatality-multiple-injuries/" class="vc_gitem-link vc_general vc_btn3 vc_general vc_btn3 vc_btn3-size-md vc_btn3-shape-rounded vc_btn3-style-flat vc_btn3-color-juicy-pink" title="Read more">Read more</a></div></div></div></div></div></div><div class="vc_clearfix"></div></div><div class="vc_grid-item vc_clearfix vc_col-sm-3 vc_grid-item-zone-c-bottom"><div class="vc_grid-item-mini vc_clearfix "><div class="vc_gitem-animated-block" ><div class="vc_gitem-zone vc_gitem-zone-a vc-gitem-zone-height-mode-auto vc-gitem-zone-height-mode-auto-1-1 vc_gitem-is-link" style="background-image: url('https://whky.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/06/Photo-from-news-conference-shooting-mountain-view-060125-1024x787.jpg') !important;"><a href="https://whky.com/authorities-hold-news-conference-name-of-deceased-victim-in-catawba-county-mass-shooting-released/" title="Authorities Hold News Conference, Name Of Deceased Victim In Catawba County Mass Shooting Released" class="vc_gitem-link vc-zone-link" ></a><img class="vc_gitem-zone-img" src="https://whky.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/06/Photo-from-news-conference-shooting-mountain-view-060125-1024x787.jpg" alt="Authorities Hold News Conference, Name Of Deceased Victim In Catawba County Mass Shooting Released" loading="lazy"><div class="vc_gitem-zone-mini"></div></div></div><div class="vc_gitem-zone vc_gitem-zone-c vc_custom_1419240516480"><div class="vc_gitem-zone-mini"><div class="vc_gitem_row vc_row vc_gitem-row-position-top"><div class="vc_col-sm-12 vc_gitem-col vc_gitem-col-align-"><div class="vc_custom_heading vc_gitem-post-data vc_gitem-post-data-source-post_title" ><h4 style="text-align: left" >Authorities Hold News Conference, Name Of Deceased Victim In Catawba County Mass Shooting Released</h4></div><div class="vc_custom_heading vc_gitem-post-data vc_gitem-post-data-source-post_excerpt" ><p style="text-align: left" ><p>Authorities held a news conference this afternoon (June 1) near the site of a mass shooting in Catawba County this morning. One person was killed and eleven others were injured.&hellip;</p> </p></div><div class="vc_btn3-container vc_btn3-left"><a class="vc_general vc_btn3 vc_btn3-size-md vc_btn3-shape-rounded vc_btn3-style-flat vc_btn3-color-juicy-pink" a href="https://whky.com/authorities-hold-news-conference-name-of-deceased-victim-in-catawba-county-mass-shooting-released/" class="vc_gitem-link vc_general vc_btn3 vc_general vc_btn3 vc_btn3-size-md vc_btn3-shape-rounded vc_btn3-style-flat vc_btn3-color-juicy-pink" title="Read more">Read more</a></div></div></div></div></div></div><div class="vc_clearfix"></div></div><div class="vc_grid-item vc_clearfix vc_col-sm-3 vc_grid-item-zone-c-bottom"><div class="vc_grid-item-mini vc_clearfix "><div class="vc_gitem-animated-block" ><div class="vc_gitem-zone vc_gitem-zone-a vc-gitem-zone-height-mode-auto vc-gitem-zone-height-mode-auto-1-1 vc_gitem-is-link" style="background-image: url('https://whky.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/06/IMG_0023.jpeg') !important;"><a href="https://whky.com/teenager-killed-in-iredell-county-crash-taylorsville-resident-charged/" title="Teenager Killed In Iredell County Crash, Taylorsville Resident Charged" class="vc_gitem-link vc-zone-link" ></a><img class="vc_gitem-zone-img" src="https://whky.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/06/IMG_0023.jpeg" alt="Teenager Killed In Iredell County Crash, Taylorsville Resident Charged" loading="lazy"><div class="vc_gitem-zone-mini"></div></div></div><div class="vc_gitem-zone vc_gitem-zone-c vc_custom_1419240516480"><div class="vc_gitem-zone-mini"><div class="vc_gitem_row vc_row vc_gitem-row-position-top"><div class="vc_col-sm-12 vc_gitem-col vc_gitem-col-align-"><div class="vc_custom_heading vc_gitem-post-data vc_gitem-post-data-source-post_title" ><h4 style="text-align: left" >Teenager Killed In Iredell County Crash, Taylorsville Resident Charged</h4></div><div class="vc_custom_heading vc_gitem-post-data vc_gitem-post-data-source-post_excerpt" ><p style="text-align: left" ><p>One person was killed and additional injuries were reported in a crash in Iredell County Saturday (May 31). An Alexander County resident was charged in connection to the incident. The&hellip;</p> </p></div><div class="vc_btn3-container vc_btn3-left"><a class="vc_general vc_btn3 vc_btn3-size-md vc_btn3-shape-rounded vc_btn3-style-flat vc_btn3-color-juicy-pink" a href="https://whky.com/teenager-killed-in-iredell-county-crash-taylorsville-resident-charged/" class="vc_gitem-link vc_general vc_btn3 vc_general vc_btn3 vc_btn3-size-md vc_btn3-shape-rounded vc_btn3-style-flat vc_btn3-color-juicy-pink" title="Read more">Read more</a></div></div></div></div></div></div><div class="vc_clearfix"></div></div><div class="vc_grid-item vc_clearfix vc_col-sm-3 vc_grid-item-zone-c-bottom"><div class="vc_grid-item-mini vc_clearfix "><div class="vc_gitem-animated-block" ><div class="vc_gitem-zone vc_gitem-zone-a vc-gitem-zone-height-mode-auto vc-gitem-zone-height-mode-auto-1-1 vc_gitem-is-link" style="background-image: url('https://whky.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/05/Shooting-Investigation-Generic-News-Graphic-052225.jpg') !important;"><a href="https://whky.com/mass-shooting-in-catawba-county-results-in-fatality-several-additional-injuries/" title="Mass Shooting In Catawba County Results In Fatality, Several Additional Injuries" class="vc_gitem-link vc-zone-link" ></a><img class="vc_gitem-zone-img" src="https://whky.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/05/Shooting-Investigation-Generic-News-Graphic-052225.jpg" alt="Mass Shooting In Catawba County Results In Fatality, Several Additional Injuries" loading="lazy"><div class="vc_gitem-zone-mini"></div></div></div><div class="vc_gitem-zone vc_gitem-zone-c vc_custom_1419240516480"><div class="vc_gitem-zone-mini"><div class="vc_gitem_row vc_row vc_gitem-row-position-top"><div class="vc_col-sm-12 vc_gitem-col vc_gitem-col-align-"><div class="vc_custom_heading vc_gitem-post-data vc_gitem-post-data-source-post_title" ><h4 style="text-align: left" >Mass Shooting In Catawba County Results In Fatality, Several Additional Injuries</h4></div><div class="vc_custom_heading vc_gitem-post-data vc_gitem-post-data-source-post_excerpt" ><p style="text-align: left" ><p>Today (June 1) 12:45 a.m. deputies with the Catawba County Sheriff’s Office and officers with the Hickory Police Department responded to a report of multiple individuals being shot at a&hellip;</p> </p></div><div class="vc_btn3-container vc_btn3-left"><a class="vc_general vc_btn3 vc_btn3-size-md vc_btn3-shape-rounded vc_btn3-style-flat vc_btn3-color-juicy-pink" a href="https://whky.com/mass-shooting-in-catawba-county-results-in-fatality-several-additional-injuries/" class="vc_gitem-link vc_general vc_btn3 vc_general vc_btn3 vc_btn3-size-md vc_btn3-shape-rounded vc_btn3-style-flat vc_btn3-color-juicy-pink" title="Read more">Read more</a></div></div></div></div></div></div><div class="vc_clearfix"></div></div><div class="vc_grid-item vc_clearfix vc_col-sm-3 vc_grid-item-zone-c-bottom"><div class="vc_grid-item-mini vc_clearfix "><div class="vc_gitem-animated-block" ><div class="vc_gitem-zone vc_gitem-zone-a vc-gitem-zone-height-mode-auto vc-gitem-zone-height-mode-auto-1-1 vc_gitem-is-link" style="background-image: url('https://whky.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/01/Fatal-Crash-Generic-Graphic-010623.jpg') !important;"><a href="https://whky.com/crash-claims-life-of-catawba-county-resident/" title="Crash Claims Life Of Catawba County Resident" class="vc_gitem-link vc-zone-link" ></a><img class="vc_gitem-zone-img" src="https://whky.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/01/Fatal-Crash-Generic-Graphic-010623.jpg" alt="Crash Claims Life Of Catawba County Resident" loading="lazy"><div class="vc_gitem-zone-mini"></div></div></div><div class="vc_gitem-zone vc_gitem-zone-c vc_custom_1419240516480"><div class="vc_gitem-zone-mini"><div class="vc_gitem_row vc_row vc_gitem-row-position-top"><div class="vc_col-sm-12 vc_gitem-col vc_gitem-col-align-"><div class="vc_custom_heading vc_gitem-post-data vc_gitem-post-data-source-post_title" ><h4 style="text-align: left" >Crash Claims Life Of Catawba County Resident</h4></div><div class="vc_custom_heading vc_gitem-post-data vc_gitem-post-data-source-post_excerpt" ><p style="text-align: left" ><p>A Catawba County man was killed in an Iredell County crash. The deceased is 43-year-old Timmy Hillard Hartsoe, Jr. Of Conover. On Friday (May 30) at approximately 8:20 p.m., the&hellip;</p> </p></div><div class="vc_btn3-container vc_btn3-left"><a class="vc_general vc_btn3 vc_btn3-size-md vc_btn3-shape-rounded vc_btn3-style-flat vc_btn3-color-juicy-pink" a href="https://whky.com/crash-claims-life-of-catawba-county-resident/" class="vc_gitem-link vc_general vc_btn3 vc_general vc_btn3 vc_btn3-size-md vc_btn3-shape-rounded vc_btn3-style-flat vc_btn3-color-juicy-pink" title="Read more">Read more</a></div></div></div></div></div></div><div class="vc_clearfix"></div></div><div class="vc_grid-item vc_clearfix vc_col-sm-3 vc_grid-item-zone-c-bottom"><div class="vc_grid-item-mini vc_clearfix "><div class="vc_gitem-animated-block" ><div class="vc_gitem-zone vc_gitem-zone-a vc-gitem-zone-height-mode-auto vc-gitem-zone-height-mode-auto-1-1 vc_gitem-is-link" style="background-image: url('https://whky.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/09/Hickory-Logo-091324.jpg') !important;"><a href="https://whky.com/city-council-citizens-advisory-committee-to-meet-next-week/" title="City Council &#038; Citizens Advisory Committee to Meet Next Week" class="vc_gitem-link vc-zone-link" ></a><img class="vc_gitem-zone-img" src="https://whky.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/09/Hickory-Logo-091324.jpg" alt="City Council & Citizens Advisory Committee to Meet Next Week" loading="lazy"><div class="vc_gitem-zone-mini"></div></div></div><div class="vc_gitem-zone vc_gitem-zone-c vc_custom_1419240516480"><div class="vc_gitem-zone-mini"><div class="vc_gitem_row vc_row vc_gitem-row-position-top"><div class="vc_col-sm-12 vc_gitem-col vc_gitem-col-align-"><div class="vc_custom_heading vc_gitem-post-data vc_gitem-post-data-source-post_title" ><h4 style="text-align: left" >City Council &#038; Citizens Advisory Committee to Meet Next Week</h4></div><div class="vc_custom_heading vc_gitem-post-data vc_gitem-post-data-source-post_excerpt" ><p style="text-align: left" ><p>There are two meetings next week involving the City of Hickory&#8217;s boards and commissions. At 6 p.m. on Tuesday, June 3, Hickory City Council will meet in City Council Chambers&hellip;</p> </p></div><div class="vc_btn3-container vc_btn3-left"><a class="vc_general vc_btn3 vc_btn3-size-md vc_btn3-shape-rounded vc_btn3-style-flat vc_btn3-color-juicy-pink" a href="https://whky.com/city-council-citizens-advisory-committee-to-meet-next-week/" class="vc_gitem-link vc_general vc_btn3 vc_general vc_btn3 vc_btn3-size-md vc_btn3-shape-rounded vc_btn3-style-flat vc_btn3-color-juicy-pink" title="Read more">Read more</a></div></div></div></div></div></div><div class="vc_clearfix"></div></div><div class="vc_grid-item vc_clearfix vc_col-sm-3 vc_grid-item-zone-c-bottom"><div class="vc_grid-item-mini vc_clearfix "><div class="vc_gitem-animated-block" ><div class="vc_gitem-zone vc_gitem-zone-a vc-gitem-zone-height-mode-auto vc-gitem-zone-height-mode-auto-1-1 vc_gitem-is-link" style="background-image: url('https://whky.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/05/Alexander-Co-HPC-Visits-Elkin-053025-1024x691.jpg') !important;"><a href="https://whky.com/alexander-county-historic-preservation-commission-tours-elkin/" title="Alexander County Historic Preservation Commission Tours Elkin" class="vc_gitem-link vc-zone-link" ></a><img class="vc_gitem-zone-img" src="https://whky.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/05/Alexander-Co-HPC-Visits-Elkin-053025-1024x691.jpg" alt="Alexander County Historic Preservation Commission Tours Elkin" loading="lazy"><div class="vc_gitem-zone-mini"></div></div></div><div class="vc_gitem-zone vc_gitem-zone-c vc_custom_1419240516480"><div class="vc_gitem-zone-mini"><div class="vc_gitem_row vc_row vc_gitem-row-position-top"><div class="vc_col-sm-12 vc_gitem-col vc_gitem-col-align-"><div class="vc_custom_heading vc_gitem-post-data vc_gitem-post-data-source-post_title" ><h4 style="text-align: left" >Alexander County Historic Preservation Commission Tours Elkin</h4></div><div class="vc_custom_heading vc_gitem-post-data vc_gitem-post-data-source-post_excerpt" ><p style="text-align: left" ><p>The Alexander County Historic Preservation Commission toured the downtown commercial district of the Town of Elkin on May 22. Commission members representing Alexander County were Alexander County Commissioner Larry Yoder,&hellip;</p> </p></div><div class="vc_btn3-container vc_btn3-left"><a class="vc_general vc_btn3 vc_btn3-size-md vc_btn3-shape-rounded vc_btn3-style-flat vc_btn3-color-juicy-pink" a href="https://whky.com/alexander-county-historic-preservation-commission-tours-elkin/" class="vc_gitem-link vc_general vc_btn3 vc_general vc_btn3 vc_btn3-size-md vc_btn3-shape-rounded vc_btn3-style-flat vc_btn3-color-juicy-pink" title="Read more">Read more</a></div></div></div></div></div></div><div class="vc_clearfix"></div></div><div class="vc_grid-item vc_clearfix vc_col-sm-3 vc_grid-item-zone-c-bottom"><div class="vc_grid-item-mini vc_clearfix "><div class="vc_gitem-animated-block" ><div class="vc_gitem-zone vc_gitem-zone-a vc-gitem-zone-height-mode-auto vc-gitem-zone-height-mode-auto-1-1 vc_gitem-is-link" style="background-image: url('https://whky.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/01/Catawba-County-logo-no-text-013125.jpg') !important;"><a href="https://whky.com/catawba-county-commissioners-to-hold-special-meeting-monday/" title="Catawba County Commissioners to Hold Special Meeting Monday" class="vc_gitem-link vc-zone-link" ></a><img class="vc_gitem-zone-img" src="https://whky.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/01/Catawba-County-logo-no-text-013125.jpg" alt="Catawba County Commissioners to Hold Special Meeting Monday" loading="lazy"><div class="vc_gitem-zone-mini"></div></div></div><div class="vc_gitem-zone vc_gitem-zone-c vc_custom_1419240516480"><div class="vc_gitem-zone-mini"><div class="vc_gitem_row vc_row vc_gitem-row-position-top"><div class="vc_col-sm-12 vc_gitem-col vc_gitem-col-align-"><div class="vc_custom_heading vc_gitem-post-data vc_gitem-post-data-source-post_title" ><h4 style="text-align: left" >Catawba County Commissioners to Hold Special Meeting Monday</h4></div><div class="vc_custom_heading vc_gitem-post-data vc_gitem-post-data-source-post_excerpt" ><p style="text-align: left" ><p>The Catawba County Board of Commissioners will hold a special meeting on Monday, June 2, at 6:50 p.m. in the Board of Commissioners Meeting Room on the second floor at&hellip;</p> </p></div><div class="vc_btn3-container vc_btn3-left"><a class="vc_general vc_btn3 vc_btn3-size-md vc_btn3-shape-rounded vc_btn3-style-flat vc_btn3-color-juicy-pink" a href="https://whky.com/catawba-county-commissioners-to-hold-special-meeting-monday/" class="vc_gitem-link vc_general vc_btn3 vc_general vc_btn3 vc_btn3-size-md vc_btn3-shape-rounded vc_btn3-style-flat vc_btn3-color-juicy-pink" title="Read more">Read more</a></div></div></div></div></div></div><div class="vc_clearfix"></div></div><div class="vc_grid-item vc_clearfix vc_col-sm-3 vc_grid-item-zone-c-bottom"><div class="vc_grid-item-mini vc_clearfix "><div class="vc_gitem-animated-block" ><div class="vc_gitem-zone vc_gitem-zone-a vc-gitem-zone-height-mode-auto vc-gitem-zone-height-mode-auto-1-1 vc_gitem-is-link" style="background-image: url('https://whky.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/05/Bethel-Park-Improvements-Pic-053025.jpg') !important;"><a href="https://whky.com/morganton-officials-release-update-on-bethel-park-improvements/" title="Morganton Officials Release Update On Bethel Park Improvements" class="vc_gitem-link vc-zone-link" ></a><img class="vc_gitem-zone-img" src="https://whky.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/05/Bethel-Park-Improvements-Pic-053025.jpg" alt="Morganton Officials Release Update On Bethel Park Improvements" loading="lazy"><div class="vc_gitem-zone-mini"></div></div></div><div class="vc_gitem-zone vc_gitem-zone-c vc_custom_1419240516480"><div class="vc_gitem-zone-mini"><div class="vc_gitem_row vc_row vc_gitem-row-position-top"><div class="vc_col-sm-12 vc_gitem-col vc_gitem-col-align-"><div class="vc_custom_heading vc_gitem-post-data vc_gitem-post-data-source-post_title" ><h4 style="text-align: left" >Morganton Officials Release Update On Bethel Park Improvements</h4></div><div class="vc_custom_heading vc_gitem-post-data vc_gitem-post-data-source-post_excerpt" ><p style="text-align: left" ><p>Renovations at Bethel Park in Morganton continue to move forward with steady progress. City officials say the project is advancing and bringing a host of upgrades that will enhance accessibility,&hellip;</p> </p></div><div class="vc_btn3-container vc_btn3-left"><a class="vc_general vc_btn3 vc_btn3-size-md vc_btn3-shape-rounded vc_btn3-style-flat vc_btn3-color-juicy-pink" a href="https://whky.com/morganton-officials-release-update-on-bethel-park-improvements/" class="vc_gitem-link vc_general vc_btn3 vc_general vc_btn3 vc_btn3-size-md vc_btn3-shape-rounded vc_btn3-style-flat vc_btn3-color-juicy-pink" title="Read more">Read more</a></div></div></div></div></div></div><div class="vc_clearfix"></div></div><div class="vc_grid-item vc_clearfix vc_col-sm-3 vc_grid-item-zone-c-bottom"><div class="vc_grid-item-mini vc_clearfix "><div class="vc_gitem-animated-block" ><div class="vc_gitem-zone vc_gitem-zone-a vc-gitem-zone-height-mode-auto vc-gitem-zone-height-mode-auto-1-1 vc_gitem-is-link" style="background-image: url('https://whky.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/01/NCDOJ-Seal-011122.jpg') !important;"><a href="https://whky.com/n-c-attorney-general-announces-successful-ruling-against-robocall-scammer/" title="N.C. Attorney General Announces Successful Ruling Against Robocall Scammer" class="vc_gitem-link vc-zone-link" ></a><img class="vc_gitem-zone-img" src="https://whky.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/01/NCDOJ-Seal-011122.jpg" alt="N.C. Attorney General Announces Successful Ruling Against Robocall Scammer" loading="lazy"><div class="vc_gitem-zone-mini"></div></div></div><div class="vc_gitem-zone vc_gitem-zone-c vc_custom_1419240516480"><div class="vc_gitem-zone-mini"><div class="vc_gitem_row vc_row vc_gitem-row-position-top"><div class="vc_col-sm-12 vc_gitem-col vc_gitem-col-align-"><div class="vc_custom_heading vc_gitem-post-data vc_gitem-post-data-source-post_title" ><h4 style="text-align: left" >N.C. Attorney General Announces Successful Ruling Against Robocall Scammer</h4></div><div class="vc_custom_heading vc_gitem-post-data vc_gitem-post-data-source-post_excerpt" ><p style="text-align: left" ><p>This week, North Carolina Attorney General Jeff Jackson and seven other states won a court ruling permanently barring robocall scammer John Spiller from operating in the telecommunications industry. According to&hellip;</p> </p></div><div class="vc_btn3-container vc_btn3-left"><a class="vc_general vc_btn3 vc_btn3-size-md vc_btn3-shape-rounded vc_btn3-style-flat vc_btn3-color-juicy-pink" a href="https://whky.com/n-c-attorney-general-announces-successful-ruling-against-robocall-scammer/" class="vc_gitem-link vc_general vc_btn3 vc_general vc_btn3 vc_btn3-size-md vc_btn3-shape-rounded vc_btn3-style-flat vc_btn3-color-juicy-pink" title="Read more">Read more</a></div></div></div></div></div></div><div class="vc_clearfix"></div></div><div class="vc_grid-item vc_clearfix vc_col-sm-3 vc_grid-item-zone-c-bottom"><div class="vc_grid-item-mini vc_clearfix "><div class="vc_gitem-animated-block" ><div class="vc_gitem-zone vc_gitem-zone-a vc-gitem-zone-height-mode-auto vc-gitem-zone-height-mode-auto-1-1 vc_gitem-is-link" style="background-image: url('https://whky.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/05/Medicaid-Scam-Generic-Photo-053025-1024x439.jpg') !important;"><a href="https://whky.com/authorities-issue-warning-regarding-medicaid-scam/" title="Authorities Issue Warning Regarding Medicaid Scam" class="vc_gitem-link vc-zone-link" ></a><img class="vc_gitem-zone-img" src="https://whky.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/05/Medicaid-Scam-Generic-Photo-053025-1024x439.jpg" alt="Authorities Issue Warning Regarding Medicaid Scam" loading="lazy"><div class="vc_gitem-zone-mini"></div></div></div><div class="vc_gitem-zone vc_gitem-zone-c vc_custom_1419240516480"><div class="vc_gitem-zone-mini"><div class="vc_gitem_row vc_row vc_gitem-row-position-top"><div class="vc_col-sm-12 vc_gitem-col vc_gitem-col-align-"><div class="vc_custom_heading vc_gitem-post-data vc_gitem-post-data-source-post_title" ><h4 style="text-align: left" >Authorities Issue Warning Regarding Medicaid Scam</h4></div><div class="vc_custom_heading vc_gitem-post-data vc_gitem-post-data-source-post_excerpt" ><p style="text-align: left" ><p>The Lincoln County Department of Social Services has been made aware of a texting scam targeting Medicaid recipients. The scammer pretends to be from your Medicaid Health Plan and falsely&hellip;</p> </p></div><div class="vc_btn3-container vc_btn3-left"><a class="vc_general vc_btn3 vc_btn3-size-md vc_btn3-shape-rounded vc_btn3-style-flat vc_btn3-color-juicy-pink" a href="https://whky.com/authorities-issue-warning-regarding-medicaid-scam/" class="vc_gitem-link vc_general vc_btn3 vc_general vc_btn3 vc_btn3-size-md vc_btn3-shape-rounded vc_btn3-style-flat vc_btn3-color-juicy-pink" title="Read more">Read more</a></div></div></div></div></div></div><div class="vc_clearfix"></div></div><div class="vc_grid-item vc_clearfix vc_col-sm-3 vc_grid-item-zone-c-bottom"><div class="vc_grid-item-mini vc_clearfix "><div class="vc_gitem-animated-block" ><div class="vc_gitem-zone vc_gitem-zone-a vc-gitem-zone-height-mode-auto vc-gitem-zone-height-mode-auto-1-1 vc_gitem-is-link" style="background-image: url('https://whky.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/05/Hickory-Public-Input-Meeting-Pic-053025.png') !important;"><a href="https://whky.com/hickory-officials-to-hold-public-meeting-for-feedback-on-safety-improvements-at-intersection/" title="Hickory Officials To Hold Public Meeting For Feedback On Safety Improvements At Intersection" class="vc_gitem-link vc-zone-link" ></a><img class="vc_gitem-zone-img" src="https://whky.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/05/Hickory-Public-Input-Meeting-Pic-053025.png" alt="Hickory Officials To Hold Public Meeting For Feedback On Safety Improvements At Intersection" loading="lazy"><div class="vc_gitem-zone-mini"></div></div></div><div class="vc_gitem-zone vc_gitem-zone-c vc_custom_1419240516480"><div class="vc_gitem-zone-mini"><div class="vc_gitem_row vc_row vc_gitem-row-position-top"><div class="vc_col-sm-12 vc_gitem-col vc_gitem-col-align-"><div class="vc_custom_heading vc_gitem-post-data vc_gitem-post-data-source-post_title" ><h4 style="text-align: left" >Hickory Officials To Hold Public Meeting For Feedback On Safety Improvements At Intersection</h4></div><div class="vc_custom_heading vc_gitem-post-data vc_gitem-post-data-source-post_excerpt" ><p style="text-align: left" ><p>The City of Hickory wants to make safety improvements at the intersection of Catawba Valley Boulevard and Startown Road. To fund the sidewalk and intersection improvements, the City is pursuing&hellip;</p> </p></div><div class="vc_btn3-container vc_btn3-left"><a class="vc_general vc_btn3 vc_btn3-size-md vc_btn3-shape-rounded vc_btn3-style-flat vc_btn3-color-juicy-pink" a href="https://whky.com/hickory-officials-to-hold-public-meeting-for-feedback-on-safety-improvements-at-intersection/" class="vc_gitem-link vc_general vc_btn3 vc_general vc_btn3 vc_btn3-size-md vc_btn3-shape-rounded vc_btn3-style-flat vc_btn3-color-juicy-pink" title="Read more">Read more</a></div></div></div></div></div></div><div class="vc_clearfix"></div></div><div class="vc_grid-item vc_clearfix vc_col-sm-3 vc_grid-item-zone-c-bottom"><div class="vc_grid-item-mini vc_clearfix "><div class="vc_gitem-animated-block" ><div class="vc_gitem-zone vc_gitem-zone-a vc-gitem-zone-height-mode-auto vc-gitem-zone-height-mode-auto-1-1 vc_gitem-is-link" style="background-image: url('https://whky.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/05/Frye-Regional-Benefit-Report-Pic-053025.jpg') !important;"><a href="https://whky.com/hickory-hospital-releases-community-benefit-report/" title="Hickory Hospital Releases Community Benefit Report" class="vc_gitem-link vc-zone-link" ></a><img class="vc_gitem-zone-img" src="https://whky.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/05/Frye-Regional-Benefit-Report-Pic-053025.jpg" alt="Hickory Hospital Releases Community Benefit Report" loading="lazy"><div class="vc_gitem-zone-mini"></div></div></div><div class="vc_gitem-zone vc_gitem-zone-c vc_custom_1419240516480"><div class="vc_gitem-zone-mini"><div class="vc_gitem_row vc_row vc_gitem-row-position-top"><div class="vc_col-sm-12 vc_gitem-col vc_gitem-col-align-"><div class="vc_custom_heading vc_gitem-post-data vc_gitem-post-data-source-post_title" ><h4 style="text-align: left" >Hickory Hospital Releases Community Benefit Report</h4></div><div class="vc_custom_heading vc_gitem-post-data vc_gitem-post-data-source-post_excerpt" ><p style="text-align: left" ><p>Frye Regional Medical Center, a Duke LifePoint hospital, has released its 2024 Community Benefit Report, highlighting more than $250 million invested to expand access to health care, support employees and&hellip;</p> </p></div><div class="vc_btn3-container vc_btn3-left"><a class="vc_general vc_btn3 vc_btn3-size-md vc_btn3-shape-rounded vc_btn3-style-flat vc_btn3-color-juicy-pink" a href="https://whky.com/hickory-hospital-releases-community-benefit-report/" class="vc_gitem-link vc_general vc_btn3 vc_general vc_btn3 vc_btn3-size-md vc_btn3-shape-rounded vc_btn3-style-flat vc_btn3-color-juicy-pink" title="Read more">Read more</a></div></div></div></div></div></div><div class="vc_clearfix"></div></div><div class="vc_grid-item vc_clearfix vc_col-sm-3 vc_grid-item-zone-c-bottom"><div class="vc_grid-item-mini vc_clearfix "><div class="vc_gitem-animated-block" ><div class="vc_gitem-zone vc_gitem-zone-a vc-gitem-zone-height-mode-auto vc-gitem-zone-height-mode-auto-1-1 vc_gitem-is-link" style="background-image: url('https://whky.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/05/Morganton-Downtown-052925-1024x682.jpg') !important;"><a href="https://whky.com/morganton-will-use-grant-to-restore-sound-system/" title="Morganton Will Use Grant to Restore Sound System" class="vc_gitem-link vc-zone-link" ></a><img class="vc_gitem-zone-img" src="https://whky.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/05/Morganton-Downtown-052925-1024x682.jpg" alt="Morganton Will Use Grant to Restore Sound System" loading="lazy"><div class="vc_gitem-zone-mini"></div></div></div><div class="vc_gitem-zone vc_gitem-zone-c vc_custom_1419240516480"><div class="vc_gitem-zone-mini"><div class="vc_gitem_row vc_row vc_gitem-row-position-top"><div class="vc_col-sm-12 vc_gitem-col vc_gitem-col-align-"><div class="vc_custom_heading vc_gitem-post-data vc_gitem-post-data-source-post_title" ><h4 style="text-align: left" >Morganton Will Use Grant to Restore Sound System</h4></div><div class="vc_custom_heading vc_gitem-post-data vc_gitem-post-data-source-post_excerpt" ><p style="text-align: left" ><p>The City of Morganton has been awarded a $10,000 grant from ElectriCities of North Carolina. The grant is a part of the Downtown Revitalization Grant program, which is designed to&hellip;</p> </p></div><div class="vc_btn3-container vc_btn3-left"><a class="vc_general vc_btn3 vc_btn3-size-md vc_btn3-shape-rounded vc_btn3-style-flat vc_btn3-color-juicy-pink" a href="https://whky.com/morganton-will-use-grant-to-restore-sound-system/" class="vc_gitem-link vc_general vc_btn3 vc_general vc_btn3 vc_btn3-size-md vc_btn3-shape-rounded vc_btn3-style-flat vc_btn3-color-juicy-pink" title="Read more">Read more</a></div></div></div></div></div></div><div class="vc_clearfix"></div></div><div class="vc_grid-item vc_clearfix vc_col-sm-3 vc_grid-item-zone-c-bottom"><div class="vc_grid-item-mini vc_clearfix "><div class="vc_gitem-animated-block" ><div class="vc_gitem-zone vc_gitem-zone-a vc-gitem-zone-height-mode-auto vc-gitem-zone-height-mode-auto-1-1 vc_gitem-is-link" style="background-image: url('https://whky.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/05/Green-Room-Schedule-2025-2026.jpg') !important;"><a href="https://whky.com/the-green-room-community-theatre-announces-the-2025-2026-season-lineup/" title="The Green Room Community Theatre Announces the 2025–2026 Season Lineup" class="vc_gitem-link vc-zone-link" ></a><img class="vc_gitem-zone-img" src="https://whky.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/05/Green-Room-Schedule-2025-2026.jpg" alt="The Green Room Community Theatre Announces the 2025–2026 Season Lineup" loading="lazy"><div class="vc_gitem-zone-mini"></div></div></div><div class="vc_gitem-zone vc_gitem-zone-c vc_custom_1419240516480"><div class="vc_gitem-zone-mini"><div class="vc_gitem_row vc_row vc_gitem-row-position-top"><div class="vc_col-sm-12 vc_gitem-col vc_gitem-col-align-"><div class="vc_custom_heading vc_gitem-post-data vc_gitem-post-data-source-post_title" ><h4 style="text-align: left" >The Green Room Community Theatre Announces the 2025–2026 Season Lineup</h4></div><div class="vc_custom_heading vc_gitem-post-data vc_gitem-post-data-source-post_excerpt" ><p style="text-align: left" ><p>The Green Room Community Theatre unveiled its exciting 2025–2026 season on Thursday (May 29). This year’s lineup offers something for everyone, from classic plays and toe-tapping musicals to thought-provoking dramas&hellip;</p> </p></div><div class="vc_btn3-container vc_btn3-left"><a class="vc_general vc_btn3 vc_btn3-size-md vc_btn3-shape-rounded vc_btn3-style-flat vc_btn3-color-juicy-pink" a href="https://whky.com/the-green-room-community-theatre-announces-the-2025-2026-season-lineup/" class="vc_gitem-link vc_general vc_btn3 vc_general vc_btn3 vc_btn3-size-md vc_btn3-shape-rounded vc_btn3-style-flat vc_btn3-color-juicy-pink" title="Read more">Read more</a></div></div></div></div></div></div><div class="vc_clearfix"></div></div><div class="vc_grid-item vc_clearfix vc_col-sm-3 vc_grid-item-zone-c-bottom"><div class="vc_grid-item-mini vc_clearfix "><div class="vc_gitem-animated-block" ><div class="vc_gitem-zone vc_gitem-zone-a vc-gitem-zone-height-mode-auto vc-gitem-zone-height-mode-auto-1-1 vc_gitem-is-link" style="background-image: url('https://whky.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/05/Hartley-Lauren-052925.jpg') !important;"><a href="https://whky.com/new-city-clerk-hired-in-lenoir/" title="New City Clerk Hired In Lenoir" class="vc_gitem-link vc-zone-link" ></a><img class="vc_gitem-zone-img" src="https://whky.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/05/Hartley-Lauren-052925.jpg" alt="New City Clerk Hired In Lenoir" loading="lazy"><div class="vc_gitem-zone-mini"></div></div></div><div class="vc_gitem-zone vc_gitem-zone-c vc_custom_1419240516480"><div class="vc_gitem-zone-mini"><div class="vc_gitem_row vc_row vc_gitem-row-position-top"><div class="vc_col-sm-12 vc_gitem-col vc_gitem-col-align-"><div class="vc_custom_heading vc_gitem-post-data vc_gitem-post-data-source-post_title" ><h4 style="text-align: left" >New City Clerk Hired In Lenoir</h4></div><div class="vc_custom_heading vc_gitem-post-data vc_gitem-post-data-source-post_excerpt" ><p style="text-align: left" ><p>The City of Lenoir has hired Lauren Hartley to serve as the next City Clerk. As Clerk, Hartley will provide administrative support to City Council and the City Manager. Hartley&hellip;</p> </p></div><div class="vc_btn3-container vc_btn3-left"><a class="vc_general vc_btn3 vc_btn3-size-md vc_btn3-shape-rounded vc_btn3-style-flat vc_btn3-color-juicy-pink" a href="https://whky.com/new-city-clerk-hired-in-lenoir/" class="vc_gitem-link vc_general vc_btn3 vc_general vc_btn3 vc_btn3-size-md vc_btn3-shape-rounded vc_btn3-style-flat vc_btn3-color-juicy-pink" title="Read more">Read more</a></div></div></div></div></div></div><div class="vc_clearfix"></div></div><div class="vc_grid-item vc_clearfix vc_col-sm-3 vc_grid-item-zone-c-bottom"><div class="vc_grid-item-mini vc_clearfix "><div class="vc_gitem-animated-block" ><div class="vc_gitem-zone vc_gitem-zone-a vc-gitem-zone-height-mode-auto vc-gitem-zone-height-mode-auto-1-1 vc_gitem-is-link" style="background-image: url('https://whky.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/04/Unemployment-Rates-Fall-Graphic-041025.jpg') !important;"><a href="https://whky.com/unemployment-rates-fall-across-hickory-metro-state/" title="Unemployment Rates Fall Across Hickory Metro, State" class="vc_gitem-link vc-zone-link" ></a><img class="vc_gitem-zone-img" src="https://whky.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/04/Unemployment-Rates-Fall-Graphic-041025.jpg" alt="Unemployment Rates Fall Across Hickory Metro, State" loading="lazy"><div class="vc_gitem-zone-mini"></div></div></div><div class="vc_gitem-zone vc_gitem-zone-c vc_custom_1419240516480"><div class="vc_gitem-zone-mini"><div class="vc_gitem_row vc_row vc_gitem-row-position-top"><div class="vc_col-sm-12 vc_gitem-col vc_gitem-col-align-"><div class="vc_custom_heading vc_gitem-post-data vc_gitem-post-data-source-post_title" ><h4 style="text-align: left" >Unemployment Rates Fall Across Hickory Metro, State</h4></div><div class="vc_custom_heading vc_gitem-post-data vc_gitem-post-data-source-post_excerpt" ><p style="text-align: left" ><p>Unemployment rates decreased across the Hickory Metro and the state of North Carolina according to the latest update. The report was released Wednesday (May 28) by the North Carolina Department&hellip;</p> </p></div><div class="vc_btn3-container vc_btn3-left"><a class="vc_general vc_btn3 vc_btn3-size-md vc_btn3-shape-rounded vc_btn3-style-flat vc_btn3-color-juicy-pink" a href="https://whky.com/unemployment-rates-fall-across-hickory-metro-state/" class="vc_gitem-link vc_general vc_btn3 vc_general vc_btn3 vc_btn3-size-md vc_btn3-shape-rounded vc_btn3-style-flat vc_btn3-color-juicy-pink" title="Read more">Read more</a></div></div></div></div></div></div><div class="vc_clearfix"></div></div><div class="vc_grid-item vc_clearfix vc_col-sm-3 vc_grid-item-zone-c-bottom"><div class="vc_grid-item-mini vc_clearfix "><div class="vc_gitem-animated-block" ><div class="vc_gitem-zone vc_gitem-zone-a vc-gitem-zone-height-mode-auto vc-gitem-zone-height-mode-auto-1-1 vc_gitem-is-link" style="background-image: url('https://whky.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/05/Greenblatt-Lawrence-052925.jpg') !important;"><a href="https://whky.com/new-state-health-director-appointed/" title="New State Health Director Appointed" class="vc_gitem-link vc-zone-link" ></a><img class="vc_gitem-zone-img" src="https://whky.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/05/Greenblatt-Lawrence-052925.jpg" alt="New State Health Director Appointed" loading="lazy"><div class="vc_gitem-zone-mini"></div></div></div><div class="vc_gitem-zone vc_gitem-zone-c vc_custom_1419240516480"><div class="vc_gitem-zone-mini"><div class="vc_gitem_row vc_row vc_gitem-row-position-top"><div class="vc_col-sm-12 vc_gitem-col vc_gitem-col-align-"><div class="vc_custom_heading vc_gitem-post-data vc_gitem-post-data-source-post_title" ><h4 style="text-align: left" >New State Health Director Appointed</h4></div><div class="vc_custom_heading vc_gitem-post-data vc_gitem-post-data-source-post_excerpt" ><p style="text-align: left" ><p>Dr. Lawrence Greenblatt, a physician, professor and public health advocate, has been appointed as State Health Director and Chief Medical Officer for the North Carolina Department of Health &amp; Human&hellip;</p> </p></div><div class="vc_btn3-container vc_btn3-left"><a class="vc_general vc_btn3 vc_btn3-size-md vc_btn3-shape-rounded vc_btn3-style-flat vc_btn3-color-juicy-pink" a href="https://whky.com/new-state-health-director-appointed/" class="vc_gitem-link vc_general vc_btn3 vc_general vc_btn3 vc_btn3-size-md vc_btn3-shape-rounded vc_btn3-style-flat vc_btn3-color-juicy-pink" title="Read more">Read more</a></div></div></div></div></div></div><div class="vc_clearfix"></div></div><div class="vc_grid-item vc_clearfix vc_col-sm-3 vc_grid-item-zone-c-bottom"><div class="vc_grid-item-mini vc_clearfix "><div class="vc_gitem-animated-block" ><div class="vc_gitem-zone vc_gitem-zone-a vc-gitem-zone-height-mode-auto vc-gitem-zone-height-mode-auto-1-1 vc_gitem-is-link" style="background-image: url('https://whky.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/05/Chapel-Hart-052825.jpg') !important;"><a href="https://whky.com/43rd-annual-morganton-festival-set-for-sept-5-6/" title="43rd Annual Morganton Festival Set for Sept 5 &#038; 6" class="vc_gitem-link vc-zone-link" ></a><img class="vc_gitem-zone-img" src="https://whky.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/05/Chapel-Hart-052825.jpg" alt="43rd Annual Morganton Festival Set for Sept 5 & 6" loading="lazy"><div class="vc_gitem-zone-mini"></div></div></div><div class="vc_gitem-zone vc_gitem-zone-c vc_custom_1419240516480"><div class="vc_gitem-zone-mini"><div class="vc_gitem_row vc_row vc_gitem-row-position-top"><div class="vc_col-sm-12 vc_gitem-col vc_gitem-col-align-"><div class="vc_custom_heading vc_gitem-post-data vc_gitem-post-data-source-post_title" ><h4 style="text-align: left" >43rd Annual Morganton Festival Set for Sept 5 &#038; 6</h4></div><div class="vc_custom_heading vc_gitem-post-data vc_gitem-post-data-source-post_excerpt" ><p style="text-align: left" ><p>The 43rd Annual Morganton Festival, which draws thousands of visitors each year, will take place on Friday, September 5, and Saturday, September 6. Appearing on the main stage Friday are&hellip;</p> </p></div><div class="vc_btn3-container vc_btn3-left"><a class="vc_general vc_btn3 vc_btn3-size-md vc_btn3-shape-rounded vc_btn3-style-flat vc_btn3-color-juicy-pink" a href="https://whky.com/43rd-annual-morganton-festival-set-for-sept-5-6/" class="vc_gitem-link vc_general vc_btn3 vc_general vc_btn3 vc_btn3-size-md vc_btn3-shape-rounded vc_btn3-style-flat vc_btn3-color-juicy-pink" title="Read more">Read more</a></div></div></div></div></div></div><div class="vc_clearfix"></div></div><div class="vc_grid-item vc_clearfix vc_col-sm-3 vc_grid-item-zone-c-bottom"><div class="vc_grid-item-mini vc_clearfix "><div class="vc_gitem-animated-block" ><div class="vc_gitem-zone vc_gitem-zone-a vc-gitem-zone-height-mode-auto vc-gitem-zone-height-mode-auto-1-1 vc_gitem-is-link" style="background-image: url('https://whky.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/05/Erwin-KyAnna-052825.jpg') !important;"><a href="https://whky.com/missing-teen-sought-in-watauga-county/" title="Missing Teen Sought in Watauga County [UPDATE 3:40 p.m.]" class="vc_gitem-link vc-zone-link" ></a><img class="vc_gitem-zone-img" src="https://whky.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/05/Erwin-KyAnna-052825.jpg" alt="Missing Teen Sought in Watauga County [UPDATE 3:40 p.m.]" loading="lazy"><div class="vc_gitem-zone-mini"></div></div></div><div class="vc_gitem-zone vc_gitem-zone-c vc_custom_1419240516480"><div class="vc_gitem-zone-mini"><div class="vc_gitem_row vc_row vc_gitem-row-position-top"><div class="vc_col-sm-12 vc_gitem-col vc_gitem-col-align-"><div class="vc_custom_heading vc_gitem-post-data vc_gitem-post-data-source-post_title" ><h4 style="text-align: left" >Missing Teen Sought in Watauga County [UPDATE 3:40 p.m.]</h4></div><div class="vc_custom_heading vc_gitem-post-data vc_gitem-post-data-source-post_excerpt" ><p style="text-align: left" ><p>[UPDATE: According to a statement released by the Watauga County Sheriff&#8217;s Office, Ms. Erwin has been found. She is safe. Ms. Erwin was located in Avery County with another runaway&hellip;</p> </p></div><div class="vc_btn3-container vc_btn3-left"><a class="vc_general vc_btn3 vc_btn3-size-md vc_btn3-shape-rounded vc_btn3-style-flat vc_btn3-color-juicy-pink" a href="https://whky.com/missing-teen-sought-in-watauga-county/" class="vc_gitem-link vc_general vc_btn3 vc_general vc_btn3 vc_btn3-size-md vc_btn3-shape-rounded vc_btn3-style-flat vc_btn3-color-juicy-pink" title="Read more">Read more</a></div></div></div></div></div></div><div class="vc_clearfix"></div></div><div class="vc_grid-item vc_clearfix vc_col-sm-3 vc_grid-item-zone-c-bottom"><div class="vc_grid-item-mini vc_clearfix "><div class="vc_gitem-animated-block" ><div class="vc_gitem-zone vc_gitem-zone-a vc-gitem-zone-height-mode-auto vc-gitem-zone-height-mode-auto-1-1 vc_gitem-is-link" style="background-image: url('https://whky.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/05/Mooresville-Fire-Pic-One-052825-1024x684.jpg') !important;"><a href="https://whky.com/tuesday-fire-causes-major-damage-to-home/" title="Tuesday Fire Causes Major Damage To Home" class="vc_gitem-link vc-zone-link" ></a><img class="vc_gitem-zone-img" src="https://whky.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/05/Mooresville-Fire-Pic-One-052825-1024x684.jpg" alt="Tuesday Fire Causes Major Damage To Home" loading="lazy"><div class="vc_gitem-zone-mini"></div></div></div><div class="vc_gitem-zone vc_gitem-zone-c vc_custom_1419240516480"><div class="vc_gitem-zone-mini"><div class="vc_gitem_row vc_row vc_gitem-row-position-top"><div class="vc_col-sm-12 vc_gitem-col vc_gitem-col-align-"><div class="vc_custom_heading vc_gitem-post-data vc_gitem-post-data-source-post_title" ><h4 style="text-align: left" >Tuesday Fire Causes Major Damage To Home</h4></div><div class="vc_custom_heading vc_gitem-post-data vc_gitem-post-data-source-post_excerpt" ><p style="text-align: left" ><p>A home sustained extensive damage in an early morning fire Tuesday (May 27). According to the Iredell Free News, personnel from Mooresville, Shepherds, South Iredell and Mount Mourne fire departments&hellip;</p> </p></div><div class="vc_btn3-container vc_btn3-left"><a class="vc_general vc_btn3 vc_btn3-size-md vc_btn3-shape-rounded vc_btn3-style-flat vc_btn3-color-juicy-pink" a href="https://whky.com/tuesday-fire-causes-major-damage-to-home/" class="vc_gitem-link vc_general vc_btn3 vc_general vc_btn3 vc_btn3-size-md vc_btn3-shape-rounded vc_btn3-style-flat vc_btn3-color-juicy-pink" title="Read more">Read more</a></div></div></div></div></div></div><div class="vc_clearfix"></div></div><div class="vc_grid-item vc_clearfix vc_col-sm-3 vc_grid-item-zone-c-bottom"><div class="vc_grid-item-mini vc_clearfix "><div class="vc_gitem-animated-block" ><div class="vc_gitem-zone vc_gitem-zone-a vc-gitem-zone-height-mode-auto vc-gitem-zone-height-mode-auto-1-1 vc_gitem-is-link" style="background-image: url('https://whky.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/01/NCDOJ-Seal-011122.jpg') !important;"><a href="https://whky.com/attorney-general-provides-update-on-case-involving-data-breach-that-affected-millions-of-north-carolinians/" title="Attorney General Provides Update On Case Involving Data Breach That Affected Millions Of North Carolinians" class="vc_gitem-link vc-zone-link" ></a><img class="vc_gitem-zone-img" src="https://whky.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/01/NCDOJ-Seal-011122.jpg" alt="Attorney General Provides Update On Case Involving Data Breach That Affected Millions Of North Carolinians" loading="lazy"><div class="vc_gitem-zone-mini"></div></div></div><div class="vc_gitem-zone vc_gitem-zone-c vc_custom_1419240516480"><div class="vc_gitem-zone-mini"><div class="vc_gitem_row vc_row vc_gitem-row-position-top"><div class="vc_col-sm-12 vc_gitem-col vc_gitem-col-align-"><div class="vc_custom_heading vc_gitem-post-data vc_gitem-post-data-source-post_title" ><h4 style="text-align: left" >Attorney General Provides Update On Case Involving Data Breach That Affected Millions Of North Carolinians</h4></div><div class="vc_custom_heading vc_gitem-post-data vc_gitem-post-data-source-post_excerpt" ><p style="text-align: left" ><p>North Carolina Attorney General Jeff Jackson recently provided an update about his ongoing investigation into PowerSchool’s 2024 data breach. The U.S. Department of Justice charged 19-year-old Massachusetts college student Matthew&hellip;</p> </p></div><div class="vc_btn3-container vc_btn3-left"><a class="vc_general vc_btn3 vc_btn3-size-md vc_btn3-shape-rounded vc_btn3-style-flat vc_btn3-color-juicy-pink" a href="https://whky.com/attorney-general-provides-update-on-case-involving-data-breach-that-affected-millions-of-north-carolinians/" class="vc_gitem-link vc_general vc_btn3 vc_general vc_btn3 vc_btn3-size-md vc_btn3-shape-rounded vc_btn3-style-flat vc_btn3-color-juicy-pink" title="Read more">Read more</a></div></div></div></div></div></div><div class="vc_clearfix"></div></div><div class="vc_grid-item vc_clearfix vc_col-sm-3 vc_grid-item-zone-c-bottom"><div class="vc_grid-item-mini vc_clearfix "><div class="vc_gitem-animated-block" ><div class="vc_gitem-zone vc_gitem-zone-a vc-gitem-zone-height-mode-auto vc-gitem-zone-height-mode-auto-1-1 vc_gitem-is-link" style="background-image: url('https://whky.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/06/Alexander-County-Seal-062122.jpg') !important;"><a href="https://whky.com/hickory-metro-county-seeking-engineering-services-related-to-land-development/" title="Hickory Metro County Seeking Engineering Services Related To Land Development" class="vc_gitem-link vc-zone-link" ></a><img class="vc_gitem-zone-img" src="https://whky.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/06/Alexander-County-Seal-062122.jpg" alt="Hickory Metro County Seeking Engineering Services Related To Land Development" loading="lazy"><div class="vc_gitem-zone-mini"></div></div></div><div class="vc_gitem-zone vc_gitem-zone-c vc_custom_1419240516480"><div class="vc_gitem-zone-mini"><div class="vc_gitem_row vc_row vc_gitem-row-position-top"><div class="vc_col-sm-12 vc_gitem-col vc_gitem-col-align-"><div class="vc_custom_heading vc_gitem-post-data vc_gitem-post-data-source-post_title" ><h4 style="text-align: left" >Hickory Metro County Seeking Engineering Services Related To Land Development</h4></div><div class="vc_custom_heading vc_gitem-post-data vc_gitem-post-data-source-post_excerpt" ><p style="text-align: left" ><p>Alexander County is seeking professional engineering services to support the enforcement of its Land Development Code. The County’s Land Development Code includes provisions for stormwater management and soil erosion and&hellip;</p> </p></div><div class="vc_btn3-container vc_btn3-left"><a class="vc_general vc_btn3 vc_btn3-size-md vc_btn3-shape-rounded vc_btn3-style-flat vc_btn3-color-juicy-pink" a href="https://whky.com/hickory-metro-county-seeking-engineering-services-related-to-land-development/" class="vc_gitem-link vc_general vc_btn3 vc_general vc_btn3 vc_btn3-size-md vc_btn3-shape-rounded vc_btn3-style-flat vc_btn3-color-juicy-pink" title="Read more">Read more</a></div></div></div></div></div></div><div class="vc_clearfix"></div></div><div class="vc_grid-item vc_clearfix vc_col-sm-3 vc_grid-item-zone-c-bottom"><div class="vc_grid-item-mini vc_clearfix "><div class="vc_gitem-animated-block" ><div class="vc_gitem-zone vc_gitem-zone-a vc-gitem-zone-height-mode-auto vc-gitem-zone-height-mode-auto-1-1 vc_gitem-is-link" style="background-image: url('https://whky.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/09/Highway-Patrol-Patch-091222.jpg') !important;"><a href="https://whky.com/state-highway-patrol-promoting-safe-driving/" title="State Highway Patrol Promoting Safe Driving" class="vc_gitem-link vc-zone-link" ></a><img class="vc_gitem-zone-img" src="https://whky.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/09/Highway-Patrol-Patch-091222.jpg" alt="State Highway Patrol Promoting Safe Driving" loading="lazy"><div class="vc_gitem-zone-mini"></div></div></div><div class="vc_gitem-zone vc_gitem-zone-c vc_custom_1419240516480"><div class="vc_gitem-zone-mini"><div class="vc_gitem_row vc_row vc_gitem-row-position-top"><div class="vc_col-sm-12 vc_gitem-col vc_gitem-col-align-"><div class="vc_custom_heading vc_gitem-post-data vc_gitem-post-data-source-post_title" ><h4 style="text-align: left" >State Highway Patrol Promoting Safe Driving</h4></div><div class="vc_custom_heading vc_gitem-post-data vc_gitem-post-data-source-post_excerpt" ><p style="text-align: left" ><p>The North Carolina State Highway Patrol is promoting safe driving during the summer months. The just concluded Memorial Day weekend marked the unofficial start to summer, and Highway Patrol has&hellip;</p> </p></div><div class="vc_btn3-container vc_btn3-left"><a class="vc_general vc_btn3 vc_btn3-size-md vc_btn3-shape-rounded vc_btn3-style-flat vc_btn3-color-juicy-pink" a href="https://whky.com/state-highway-patrol-promoting-safe-driving/" class="vc_gitem-link vc_general vc_btn3 vc_general vc_btn3 vc_btn3-size-md vc_btn3-shape-rounded vc_btn3-style-flat vc_btn3-color-juicy-pink" title="Read more">Read more</a></div></div></div></div></div></div><div class="vc_clearfix"></div></div><div class="vc_grid-item vc_clearfix vc_col-sm-3 vc_grid-item-zone-c-bottom"><div class="vc_grid-item-mini vc_clearfix "><div class="vc_gitem-animated-block" ><div class="vc_gitem-zone vc_gitem-zone-a vc-gitem-zone-height-mode-auto vc-gitem-zone-height-mode-auto-1-1 vc_gitem-is-link" style="background-image: url('https://whky.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/05/Governors-Office-Seal-051225.jpg') !important;"><a href="https://whky.com/n-c-governor-designates-this-week-as-heat-awareness-week/" title="N.C. Governor Designates This Week As Heat Awareness Week" class="vc_gitem-link vc-zone-link" ></a><img class="vc_gitem-zone-img" src="https://whky.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/05/Governors-Office-Seal-051225.jpg" alt="N.C. Governor Designates This Week As Heat Awareness Week" loading="lazy"><div class="vc_gitem-zone-mini"></div></div></div><div class="vc_gitem-zone vc_gitem-zone-c vc_custom_1419240516480"><div class="vc_gitem-zone-mini"><div class="vc_gitem_row vc_row vc_gitem-row-position-top"><div class="vc_col-sm-12 vc_gitem-col vc_gitem-col-align-"><div class="vc_custom_heading vc_gitem-post-data vc_gitem-post-data-source-post_title" ><h4 style="text-align: left" >N.C. Governor Designates This Week As Heat Awareness Week</h4></div><div class="vc_custom_heading vc_gitem-post-data vc_gitem-post-data-source-post_excerpt" ><p style="text-align: left" ><p>Earlier this month, Governor Josh Stein proclaimed this week, May 25-31, as North Carolina Heat Awareness Week to bring attention to key programs that keep North Carolinians safe and to&hellip;</p> </p></div><div class="vc_btn3-container vc_btn3-left"><a class="vc_general vc_btn3 vc_btn3-size-md vc_btn3-shape-rounded vc_btn3-style-flat vc_btn3-color-juicy-pink" a href="https://whky.com/n-c-governor-designates-this-week-as-heat-awareness-week/" class="vc_gitem-link vc_general vc_btn3 vc_general vc_btn3 vc_btn3-size-md vc_btn3-shape-rounded vc_btn3-style-flat vc_btn3-color-juicy-pink" title="Read more">Read more</a></div></div></div></div></div></div><div class="vc_clearfix"></div></div><div class="vc_grid-item vc_clearfix vc_col-sm-3 vc_grid-item-zone-c-bottom"><div class="vc_grid-item-mini vc_clearfix "><div class="vc_gitem-animated-block" ><div class="vc_gitem-zone vc_gitem-zone-a vc-gitem-zone-height-mode-auto vc-gitem-zone-height-mode-auto-1-1 vc_gitem-is-link" style="background-image: url('https://whky.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/10/Burke-Co-Sheriffs-Office-Patch-102022.jpg') !important;"><a href="https://whky.com/one-man-shot-in-tuesday-morning-incident-in-morganton/" title="One Man Shot in Tuesday Morning Incident in Morganton" class="vc_gitem-link vc-zone-link" ></a><img class="vc_gitem-zone-img" src="https://whky.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/10/Burke-Co-Sheriffs-Office-Patch-102022.jpg" alt="One Man Shot in Tuesday Morning Incident in Morganton" loading="lazy"><div class="vc_gitem-zone-mini"></div></div></div><div class="vc_gitem-zone vc_gitem-zone-c vc_custom_1419240516480"><div class="vc_gitem-zone-mini"><div class="vc_gitem_row vc_row vc_gitem-row-position-top"><div class="vc_col-sm-12 vc_gitem-col vc_gitem-col-align-"><div class="vc_custom_heading vc_gitem-post-data vc_gitem-post-data-source-post_title" ><h4 style="text-align: left" >One Man Shot in Tuesday Morning Incident in Morganton</h4></div><div class="vc_custom_heading vc_gitem-post-data vc_gitem-post-data-source-post_excerpt" ><p style="text-align: left" ><p>At about ten o&#8217;clock this morning (May 27), the Burke County Sheriff’s Office responded to a shooting on Piney Road near Smith Road in Morganton. The shooting occurred on or&hellip;</p> </p></div><div class="vc_btn3-container vc_btn3-left"><a class="vc_general vc_btn3 vc_btn3-size-md vc_btn3-shape-rounded vc_btn3-style-flat vc_btn3-color-juicy-pink" a href="https://whky.com/one-man-shot-in-tuesday-morning-incident-in-morganton/" class="vc_gitem-link vc_general vc_btn3 vc_general vc_btn3 vc_btn3-size-md vc_btn3-shape-rounded vc_btn3-style-flat vc_btn3-color-juicy-pink" title="Read more">Read more</a></div></div></div></div></div></div><div class="vc_clearfix"></div></div><div class="vc_grid-item vc_clearfix vc_col-sm-3 vc_grid-item-zone-c-bottom"><div class="vc_grid-item-mini vc_clearfix "><div class="vc_gitem-animated-block" ><div class="vc_gitem-zone vc_gitem-zone-a vc-gitem-zone-height-mode-auto vc-gitem-zone-height-mode-auto-1-1 vc_gitem-is-link" style="background-image: url('https://whky.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/03/Shots-Fired-News-Graphic-031523.jpg') !important;"><a href="https://whky.com/shots-reportedly-fired-at-apartment-complex-in-hickory/" title="Shots Reportedly Fired at Apartment Complex in Hickory [UPDATED 3:30 p.m. 05/27}" class="vc_gitem-link vc-zone-link" ></a><img class="vc_gitem-zone-img" src="https://whky.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/03/Shots-Fired-News-Graphic-031523.jpg" alt="Shots Reportedly Fired at Apartment Complex in Hickory [UPDATED 3:30 p.m. 05/27}" loading="lazy"><div class="vc_gitem-zone-mini"></div></div></div><div class="vc_gitem-zone vc_gitem-zone-c vc_custom_1419240516480"><div class="vc_gitem-zone-mini"><div class="vc_gitem_row vc_row vc_gitem-row-position-top"><div class="vc_col-sm-12 vc_gitem-col vc_gitem-col-align-"><div class="vc_custom_heading vc_gitem-post-data vc_gitem-post-data-source-post_title" ><h4 style="text-align: left" >Shots Reportedly Fired at Apartment Complex in Hickory [UPDATED 3:30 p.m. 05/27}</h4></div><div class="vc_custom_heading vc_gitem-post-data vc_gitem-post-data-source-post_excerpt" ><p style="text-align: left" ><p>Hickory Police are investigating a shooting in the parking lot at Creekside Apartments, 1227 10th Street Boulevard N.W. in Hickory. The incident occurred just before 5:15 p.m. Friday (May 23).&hellip;</p> </p></div><div class="vc_btn3-container vc_btn3-left"><a class="vc_general vc_btn3 vc_btn3-size-md vc_btn3-shape-rounded vc_btn3-style-flat vc_btn3-color-juicy-pink" a href="https://whky.com/shots-reportedly-fired-at-apartment-complex-in-hickory/" class="vc_gitem-link vc_general vc_btn3 vc_general vc_btn3 vc_btn3-size-md vc_btn3-shape-rounded vc_btn3-style-flat vc_btn3-color-juicy-pink" title="Read more">Read more</a></div></div></div></div></div></div><div class="vc_clearfix"></div></div><div class="vc_grid-item vc_clearfix vc_col-sm-3 vc_grid-item-zone-c-bottom"><div class="vc_grid-item-mini vc_clearfix "><div class="vc_gitem-animated-block" ><div class="vc_gitem-zone vc_gitem-zone-a vc-gitem-zone-height-mode-auto vc-gitem-zone-height-mode-auto-1-1 vc_gitem-is-link" style="background-image: url('https://whky.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/06/Alexander-County-Seal-062122.jpg') !important;"><a href="https://whky.com/register-of-deeds-budget-increased-broadband-update-given-at-recent-alexander-commissioners-meeting/" title="Register Of Deeds Budget Increased, Broadband Update Given At Recent Alexander Commissioners Meeting" class="vc_gitem-link vc-zone-link" ></a><img class="vc_gitem-zone-img" src="https://whky.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/06/Alexander-County-Seal-062122.jpg" alt="Register Of Deeds Budget Increased, Broadband Update Given At Recent Alexander Commissioners Meeting" loading="lazy"><div class="vc_gitem-zone-mini"></div></div></div><div class="vc_gitem-zone vc_gitem-zone-c vc_custom_1419240516480"><div class="vc_gitem-zone-mini"><div class="vc_gitem_row vc_row vc_gitem-row-position-top"><div class="vc_col-sm-12 vc_gitem-col vc_gitem-col-align-"><div class="vc_custom_heading vc_gitem-post-data vc_gitem-post-data-source-post_title" ><h4 style="text-align: left" >Register Of Deeds Budget Increased, Broadband Update Given At Recent Alexander Commissioners Meeting</h4></div><div class="vc_custom_heading vc_gitem-post-data vc_gitem-post-data-source-post_excerpt" ><p style="text-align: left" ><p>Alexander County Commissioners approved a budget amendment to increase the Register of Deeds budget. The increase would be used to cover estimated expenses for payments required by the state, to&hellip;</p> </p></div><div class="vc_btn3-container vc_btn3-left"><a class="vc_general vc_btn3 vc_btn3-size-md vc_btn3-shape-rounded vc_btn3-style-flat vc_btn3-color-juicy-pink" a href="https://whky.com/register-of-deeds-budget-increased-broadband-update-given-at-recent-alexander-commissioners-meeting/" class="vc_gitem-link vc_general vc_btn3 vc_general vc_btn3 vc_btn3-size-md vc_btn3-shape-rounded vc_btn3-style-flat vc_btn3-color-juicy-pink" title="Read more">Read more</a></div></div></div></div></div></div><div class="vc_clearfix"></div></div><div class="vc_grid-item vc_clearfix vc_col-sm-3 vc_grid-item-zone-c-bottom"><div class="vc_grid-item-mini vc_clearfix "><div class="vc_gitem-animated-block" ><div class="vc_gitem-zone vc_gitem-zone-a vc-gitem-zone-height-mode-auto vc-gitem-zone-height-mode-auto-1-1 vc_gitem-is-link" style="background-image: url('https://whky.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/07/NCDHHS-Logo-071624.jpg') !important;"><a href="https://whky.com/ncdhhs-offering-summer-safety-tips/" title="NCDHHS Offering Summer Safety Tips" class="vc_gitem-link vc-zone-link" ></a><img class="vc_gitem-zone-img" src="https://whky.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/07/NCDHHS-Logo-071624.jpg" alt="NCDHHS Offering Summer Safety Tips" loading="lazy"><div class="vc_gitem-zone-mini"></div></div></div><div class="vc_gitem-zone vc_gitem-zone-c vc_custom_1419240516480"><div class="vc_gitem-zone-mini"><div class="vc_gitem_row vc_row vc_gitem-row-position-top"><div class="vc_col-sm-12 vc_gitem-col vc_gitem-col-align-"><div class="vc_custom_heading vc_gitem-post-data vc_gitem-post-data-source-post_title" ><h4 style="text-align: left" >NCDHHS Offering Summer Safety Tips</h4></div><div class="vc_custom_heading vc_gitem-post-data vc_gitem-post-data-source-post_excerpt" ><p style="text-align: left" ><p>As summer approaches, the North Carolina Department of Health and Human Services is reminding residents to take simple, proactive steps to enjoy outdoor activities safely. With the arrival of warmer&hellip;</p> </p></div><div class="vc_btn3-container vc_btn3-left"><a class="vc_general vc_btn3 vc_btn3-size-md vc_btn3-shape-rounded vc_btn3-style-flat vc_btn3-color-juicy-pink" a href="https://whky.com/ncdhhs-offering-summer-safety-tips/" class="vc_gitem-link vc_general vc_btn3 vc_general vc_btn3 vc_btn3-size-md vc_btn3-shape-rounded vc_btn3-style-flat vc_btn3-color-juicy-pink" title="Read more">Read more</a></div></div></div></div></div></div><div class="vc_clearfix"></div></div><div class="vc_grid-item vc_clearfix vc_col-sm-3 vc_grid-item-zone-c-bottom"><div class="vc_grid-item-mini vc_clearfix "><div class="vc_gitem-animated-block" ><div class="vc_gitem-zone vc_gitem-zone-a vc-gitem-zone-height-mode-auto vc-gitem-zone-height-mode-auto-1-1 vc_gitem-is-link" style="background-image: url('https://whky.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/10/NCDOI-Logo-100724.jpg') !important;"><a href="https://whky.com/hurricane-season-begins-sunday-n-c-insurance-commissioner-urges-preparedness/" title="Hurricane Season Begins Sunday, N.C. Insurance Commissioner Urges Preparedness" class="vc_gitem-link vc-zone-link" ></a><img class="vc_gitem-zone-img" src="https://whky.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/10/NCDOI-Logo-100724.jpg" alt="Hurricane Season Begins Sunday, N.C. Insurance Commissioner Urges Preparedness" loading="lazy"><div class="vc_gitem-zone-mini"></div></div></div><div class="vc_gitem-zone vc_gitem-zone-c vc_custom_1419240516480"><div class="vc_gitem-zone-mini"><div class="vc_gitem_row vc_row vc_gitem-row-position-top"><div class="vc_col-sm-12 vc_gitem-col vc_gitem-col-align-"><div class="vc_custom_heading vc_gitem-post-data vc_gitem-post-data-source-post_title" ><h4 style="text-align: left" >Hurricane Season Begins Sunday, N.C. Insurance Commissioner Urges Preparedness</h4></div><div class="vc_custom_heading vc_gitem-post-data vc_gitem-post-data-source-post_excerpt" ><p style="text-align: left" ><p>With hurricane season beginning Sunday, June 1, Insurance Commissioner Mike Causey urges residents to get ready now, as forecasters are predicting another extremely active season. The National Oceanic and Atmospheric&hellip;</p> </p></div><div class="vc_btn3-container vc_btn3-left"><a class="vc_general vc_btn3 vc_btn3-size-md vc_btn3-shape-rounded vc_btn3-style-flat vc_btn3-color-juicy-pink" a href="https://whky.com/hurricane-season-begins-sunday-n-c-insurance-commissioner-urges-preparedness/" class="vc_gitem-link vc_general vc_btn3 vc_general vc_btn3 vc_btn3-size-md vc_btn3-shape-rounded vc_btn3-style-flat vc_btn3-color-juicy-pink" title="Read more">Read more</a></div></div></div></div></div></div><div class="vc_clearfix"></div></div><div class="vc_grid-item vc_clearfix vc_col-sm-3 vc_grid-item-zone-c-bottom"><div class="vc_grid-item-mini vc_clearfix "><div class="vc_gitem-animated-block" ><div class="vc_gitem-zone vc_gitem-zone-a vc-gitem-zone-height-mode-auto vc-gitem-zone-height-mode-auto-1-1 vc_gitem-is-link" style="background-image: url('https://whky.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/01/NCDOJ-Seal-011122.jpg') !important;"><a href="https://whky.com/deadline-set-for-n-c-residents-to-file-claims-against-23andme/" title="Deadline Set For N.C. Residents To File Claims Against 23andMe" class="vc_gitem-link vc-zone-link" ></a><img class="vc_gitem-zone-img" src="https://whky.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/01/NCDOJ-Seal-011122.jpg" alt="Deadline Set For N.C. Residents To File Claims Against 23andMe" loading="lazy"><div class="vc_gitem-zone-mini"></div></div></div><div class="vc_gitem-zone vc_gitem-zone-c vc_custom_1419240516480"><div class="vc_gitem-zone-mini"><div class="vc_gitem_row vc_row vc_gitem-row-position-top"><div class="vc_col-sm-12 vc_gitem-col vc_gitem-col-align-"><div class="vc_custom_heading vc_gitem-post-data vc_gitem-post-data-source-post_title" ><h4 style="text-align: left" >Deadline Set For N.C. Residents To File Claims Against 23andMe</h4></div><div class="vc_custom_heading vc_gitem-post-data vc_gitem-post-data-source-post_excerpt" ><p style="text-align: left" ><p>North Carolinians have until July 14, 2025, to file claims against DNA testing company 23andMe for any general claims against the company or claims related to the cyber security incident&hellip;</p> </p></div><div class="vc_btn3-container vc_btn3-left"><a class="vc_general vc_btn3 vc_btn3-size-md vc_btn3-shape-rounded vc_btn3-style-flat vc_btn3-color-juicy-pink" a href="https://whky.com/deadline-set-for-n-c-residents-to-file-claims-against-23andme/" class="vc_gitem-link vc_general vc_btn3 vc_general vc_btn3 vc_btn3-size-md vc_btn3-shape-rounded vc_btn3-style-flat vc_btn3-color-juicy-pink" title="Read more">Read more</a></div></div></div></div></div></div><div class="vc_clearfix"></div></div><div class="vc_grid-item vc_clearfix vc_col-sm-3 vc_grid-item-zone-c-bottom"><div class="vc_grid-item-mini vc_clearfix "><div class="vc_gitem-animated-block" ><div class="vc_gitem-zone vc_gitem-zone-a vc-gitem-zone-height-mode-auto vc-gitem-zone-height-mode-auto-1-1 vc_gitem-is-link" style="background-image: url('https://whky.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/05/IMG_4115-1024x779.jpeg') !important;"><a href="https://whky.com/area-american-legion-team-ministry-to-host-event/" title="Area American Legion Team &#038; Ministry To Host Event (Updated, changed to Saturday)" class="vc_gitem-link vc-zone-link" ></a><img class="vc_gitem-zone-img" src="https://whky.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/05/IMG_4115-1024x779.jpeg" alt="Area American Legion Team & Ministry To Host Event (Updated, changed to Saturday)" loading="lazy"><div class="vc_gitem-zone-mini"></div></div></div><div class="vc_gitem-zone vc_gitem-zone-c vc_custom_1419240516480"><div class="vc_gitem-zone-mini"><div class="vc_gitem_row vc_row vc_gitem-row-position-top"><div class="vc_col-sm-12 vc_gitem-col vc_gitem-col-align-"><div class="vc_custom_heading vc_gitem-post-data vc_gitem-post-data-source-post_title" ><h4 style="text-align: left" >Area American Legion Team &#038; Ministry To Host Event (Updated, changed to Saturday)</h4></div><div class="vc_custom_heading vc_gitem-post-data vc_gitem-post-data-source-post_excerpt" ><p style="text-align: left" ><p>Caldwell County Post 29 American Legion Baseball and System 3 Ministry are hosting a special event at Saturday’s (May 31) game against Gastonia. The game is being played at M.S.&hellip;</p> </p></div><div class="vc_btn3-container vc_btn3-left"><a class="vc_general vc_btn3 vc_btn3-size-md vc_btn3-shape-rounded vc_btn3-style-flat vc_btn3-color-juicy-pink" a href="https://whky.com/area-american-legion-team-ministry-to-host-event/" class="vc_gitem-link vc_general vc_btn3 vc_general vc_btn3 vc_btn3-size-md vc_btn3-shape-rounded vc_btn3-style-flat vc_btn3-color-juicy-pink" title="Read more">Read more</a></div></div></div></div></div></div><div class="vc_clearfix"></div></div><div class="vc_grid-item vc_clearfix vc_col-sm-3 vc_grid-item-zone-c-bottom"><div class="vc_grid-item-mini vc_clearfix "><div class="vc_gitem-animated-block" ><div class="vc_gitem-zone vc_gitem-zone-a vc-gitem-zone-height-mode-auto vc-gitem-zone-height-mode-auto-1-1 vc_gitem-is-link" style="background-image: url('https://whky.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/05/Fake-Text-Scam-Pic-052225.jpg') !important;"><a href="https://whky.com/north-carolina-a-g-says-text-message-scams-are-continuing/" title="North Carolina A.G. Says Text Message Scams Are Continuing" class="vc_gitem-link vc-zone-link" ></a><img class="vc_gitem-zone-img" src="https://whky.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/05/Fake-Text-Scam-Pic-052225.jpg" alt="North Carolina A.G. Says Text Message Scams Are Continuing" loading="lazy"><div class="vc_gitem-zone-mini"></div></div></div><div class="vc_gitem-zone vc_gitem-zone-c vc_custom_1419240516480"><div class="vc_gitem-zone-mini"><div class="vc_gitem_row vc_row vc_gitem-row-position-top"><div class="vc_col-sm-12 vc_gitem-col vc_gitem-col-align-"><div class="vc_custom_heading vc_gitem-post-data vc_gitem-post-data-source-post_title" ><h4 style="text-align: left" >North Carolina A.G. Says Text Message Scams Are Continuing</h4></div><div class="vc_custom_heading vc_gitem-post-data vc_gitem-post-data-source-post_excerpt" ><p style="text-align: left" ><p>Attorney General Jeff Jackson and the North Carolina Turnpike Authority are warning North Carolinians about a recent surge in text message scams. The scammers are falsely claiming to be from&hellip;</p> </p></div><div class="vc_btn3-container vc_btn3-left"><a class="vc_general vc_btn3 vc_btn3-size-md vc_btn3-shape-rounded vc_btn3-style-flat vc_btn3-color-juicy-pink" a href="https://whky.com/north-carolina-a-g-says-text-message-scams-are-continuing/" class="vc_gitem-link vc_general vc_btn3 vc_general vc_btn3 vc_btn3-size-md vc_btn3-shape-rounded vc_btn3-style-flat vc_btn3-color-juicy-pink" title="Read more">Read more</a></div></div></div></div></div></div><div class="vc_clearfix"></div></div><div class="vc_grid-item vc_clearfix vc_col-sm-3 vc_grid-item-zone-c-bottom"><div class="vc_grid-item-mini vc_clearfix "><div class="vc_gitem-animated-block" ><div class="vc_gitem-zone vc_gitem-zone-a vc-gitem-zone-height-mode-auto vc-gitem-zone-height-mode-auto-1-1 vc_gitem-is-link" style="background-image: url('https://whky.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/05/Burleyson-Cameron-Max-052325.jpg') !important;"><a href="https://whky.com/authorities-arrest-suspect-wanted-in-drug-case/" title="Authorities Arrest Suspect Wanted In Drug Case" class="vc_gitem-link vc-zone-link" ></a><img class="vc_gitem-zone-img" src="https://whky.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/05/Burleyson-Cameron-Max-052325.jpg" alt="Authorities Arrest Suspect Wanted In Drug Case" loading="lazy"><div class="vc_gitem-zone-mini"></div></div></div><div class="vc_gitem-zone vc_gitem-zone-c vc_custom_1419240516480"><div class="vc_gitem-zone-mini"><div class="vc_gitem_row vc_row vc_gitem-row-position-top"><div class="vc_col-sm-12 vc_gitem-col vc_gitem-col-align-"><div class="vc_custom_heading vc_gitem-post-data vc_gitem-post-data-source-post_title" ><h4 style="text-align: left" >Authorities Arrest Suspect Wanted In Drug Case</h4></div><div class="vc_custom_heading vc_gitem-post-data vc_gitem-post-data-source-post_excerpt" ><p style="text-align: left" ><p>A wanted man has been taken into custody. WHKY previously reported on this case in which authorities were searching for a suspect in connection to drug activity at a home&hellip;</p> </p></div><div class="vc_btn3-container vc_btn3-left"><a class="vc_general vc_btn3 vc_btn3-size-md vc_btn3-shape-rounded vc_btn3-style-flat vc_btn3-color-juicy-pink" a href="https://whky.com/authorities-arrest-suspect-wanted-in-drug-case/" class="vc_gitem-link vc_general vc_btn3 vc_general vc_btn3 vc_btn3-size-md vc_btn3-shape-rounded vc_btn3-style-flat vc_btn3-color-juicy-pink" title="Read more">Read more</a></div></div></div></div></div></div><div class="vc_clearfix"></div></div><div class="vc_grid-item vc_clearfix vc_col-sm-3 vc_grid-item-zone-c-bottom"><div class="vc_grid-item-mini vc_clearfix "><div class="vc_gitem-animated-block" ><div class="vc_gitem-zone vc_gitem-zone-a vc-gitem-zone-height-mode-auto vc-gitem-zone-height-mode-auto-1-1 vc_gitem-is-link" style="background-image: url('https://whky.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/01/Fatal-Crash-Generic-Graphic-010623.jpg') !important;"><a href="https://whky.com/motorcyclist-killed-in-friday-crash/" title="Motorcyclist Killed In Friday Crash" class="vc_gitem-link vc-zone-link" ></a><img class="vc_gitem-zone-img" src="https://whky.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/01/Fatal-Crash-Generic-Graphic-010623.jpg" alt="Motorcyclist Killed In Friday Crash" loading="lazy"><div class="vc_gitem-zone-mini"></div></div></div><div class="vc_gitem-zone vc_gitem-zone-c vc_custom_1419240516480"><div class="vc_gitem-zone-mini"><div class="vc_gitem_row vc_row vc_gitem-row-position-top"><div class="vc_col-sm-12 vc_gitem-col vc_gitem-col-align-"><div class="vc_custom_heading vc_gitem-post-data vc_gitem-post-data-source-post_title" ><h4 style="text-align: left" >Motorcyclist Killed In Friday Crash</h4></div><div class="vc_custom_heading vc_gitem-post-data vc_gitem-post-data-source-post_excerpt" ><p style="text-align: left" ><p>A Catawba County man was killed in a crash Friday (May 23). The deceased is 24-year-old Django Alexander Rosenbaum of Sherrills Ford. On Friday at approximately 11:20 p.m., the NC&hellip;</p> </p></div><div class="vc_btn3-container vc_btn3-left"><a class="vc_general vc_btn3 vc_btn3-size-md vc_btn3-shape-rounded vc_btn3-style-flat vc_btn3-color-juicy-pink" a href="https://whky.com/motorcyclist-killed-in-friday-crash/" class="vc_gitem-link vc_general vc_btn3 vc_general vc_btn3 vc_btn3-size-md vc_btn3-shape-rounded vc_btn3-style-flat vc_btn3-color-juicy-pink" title="Read more">Read more</a></div></div></div></div></div></div><div class="vc_clearfix"></div></div><div class="vc_grid-item vc_clearfix vc_col-sm-3 vc_grid-item-zone-c-bottom"><div class="vc_grid-item-mini vc_clearfix "><div class="vc_gitem-animated-block" ><div class="vc_gitem-zone vc_gitem-zone-a vc-gitem-zone-height-mode-auto vc-gitem-zone-height-mode-auto-1-1 vc_gitem-is-link" style="background-image: url('https://whky.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/05/IMG_4035.jpeg') !important;"><a href="https://whky.com/woman-with-reported-ties-to-hickory-found-safe-after-disappearing-in-january-arrest-made/" title="Woman With Reported Ties To Hickory Found Safe After Disappearing In January, Arrest Made" class="vc_gitem-link vc-zone-link" ></a><img class="vc_gitem-zone-img" src="https://whky.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/05/IMG_4035.jpeg" alt="Woman With Reported Ties To Hickory Found Safe After Disappearing In January, Arrest Made" loading="lazy"><div class="vc_gitem-zone-mini"></div></div></div><div class="vc_gitem-zone vc_gitem-zone-c vc_custom_1419240516480"><div class="vc_gitem-zone-mini"><div class="vc_gitem_row vc_row vc_gitem-row-position-top"><div class="vc_col-sm-12 vc_gitem-col vc_gitem-col-align-"><div class="vc_custom_heading vc_gitem-post-data vc_gitem-post-data-source-post_title" ><h4 style="text-align: left" >Woman With Reported Ties To Hickory Found Safe After Disappearing In January, Arrest Made</h4></div><div class="vc_custom_heading vc_gitem-post-data vc_gitem-post-data-source-post_excerpt" ><p style="text-align: left" ><p>A Haywood County man has been arrested and charged with first-degree kidnapping in connection to the disappearance of a woman last seen in January. The woman, who, according to published&hellip;</p> </p></div><div class="vc_btn3-container vc_btn3-left"><a class="vc_general vc_btn3 vc_btn3-size-md vc_btn3-shape-rounded vc_btn3-style-flat vc_btn3-color-juicy-pink" a href="https://whky.com/woman-with-reported-ties-to-hickory-found-safe-after-disappearing-in-january-arrest-made/" class="vc_gitem-link vc_general vc_btn3 vc_general vc_btn3 vc_btn3-size-md vc_btn3-shape-rounded vc_btn3-style-flat vc_btn3-color-juicy-pink" title="Read more">Read more</a></div></div></div></div></div></div><div class="vc_clearfix"></div></div><div class="vc_grid-item vc_clearfix vc_col-sm-3 vc_grid-item-zone-c-bottom"><div class="vc_grid-item-mini vc_clearfix "><div class="vc_gitem-animated-block" ><div class="vc_gitem-zone vc_gitem-zone-a vc-gitem-zone-height-mode-auto vc-gitem-zone-height-mode-auto-1-1 vc_gitem-is-link" style="background-image: url('https://whky.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/09/Hickory-Logo-091324.jpg') !important;"><a href="https://whky.com/hickorys-business-development-committee-meets-next-week/" title="Hickory&#8217;s Business Development Committee Meets Next Week" class="vc_gitem-link vc-zone-link" ></a><img class="vc_gitem-zone-img" src="https://whky.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/09/Hickory-Logo-091324.jpg" alt="Hickory's Business Development Committee Meets Next Week" loading="lazy"><div class="vc_gitem-zone-mini"></div></div></div><div class="vc_gitem-zone vc_gitem-zone-c vc_custom_1419240516480"><div class="vc_gitem-zone-mini"><div class="vc_gitem_row vc_row vc_gitem-row-position-top"><div class="vc_col-sm-12 vc_gitem-col vc_gitem-col-align-"><div class="vc_custom_heading vc_gitem-post-data vc_gitem-post-data-source-post_title" ><h4 style="text-align: left" >Hickory&#8217;s Business Development Committee Meets Next Week</h4></div><div class="vc_custom_heading vc_gitem-post-data vc_gitem-post-data-source-post_excerpt" ><p style="text-align: left" ><p>Only one meeting is scheduled next week involving the City of Hickory&#8217;s boards and commissions. The Business Development Committee will meet on Wednesday, May 28, at 11:30 a.m. in the&hellip;</p> </p></div><div class="vc_btn3-container vc_btn3-left"><a class="vc_general vc_btn3 vc_btn3-size-md vc_btn3-shape-rounded vc_btn3-style-flat vc_btn3-color-juicy-pink" a href="https://whky.com/hickorys-business-development-committee-meets-next-week/" class="vc_gitem-link vc_general vc_btn3 vc_general vc_btn3 vc_btn3-size-md vc_btn3-shape-rounded vc_btn3-style-flat vc_btn3-color-juicy-pink" title="Read more">Read more</a></div></div></div></div></div></div><div class="vc_clearfix"></div></div><div class="vc_grid-item vc_clearfix vc_col-sm-3 vc_grid-item-zone-c-bottom"><div class="vc_grid-item-mini vc_clearfix "><div class="vc_gitem-animated-block" ><div class="vc_gitem-zone vc_gitem-zone-a vc-gitem-zone-height-mode-auto vc-gitem-zone-height-mode-auto-1-1 vc_gitem-is-link" style="background-image: url('https://whky.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/05/Wilson-Creek-from-Wiki-052325.jpg') !important;"><a href="https://whky.com/some-areas-on-wilson-creek-remain-closed/" title="Some Areas on Wilson Creek Remain Closed" class="vc_gitem-link vc-zone-link" ></a><img class="vc_gitem-zone-img" src="https://whky.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/05/Wilson-Creek-from-Wiki-052325.jpg" alt="Some Areas on Wilson Creek Remain Closed" loading="lazy"><div class="vc_gitem-zone-mini"></div></div></div><div class="vc_gitem-zone vc_gitem-zone-c vc_custom_1419240516480"><div class="vc_gitem-zone-mini"><div class="vc_gitem_row vc_row vc_gitem-row-position-top"><div class="vc_col-sm-12 vc_gitem-col vc_gitem-col-align-"><div class="vc_custom_heading vc_gitem-post-data vc_gitem-post-data-source-post_title" ><h4 style="text-align: left" >Some Areas on Wilson Creek Remain Closed</h4></div><div class="vc_custom_heading vc_gitem-post-data vc_gitem-post-data-source-post_excerpt" ><p style="text-align: left" ><p>Due to damage caused by Tropical Storm Helene and ongoing recovery efforts, a number of closures are still in effect on Wilson Creek. The following U.S. Forest Service recreation sites&hellip;</p> </p></div><div class="vc_btn3-container vc_btn3-left"><a class="vc_general vc_btn3 vc_btn3-size-md vc_btn3-shape-rounded vc_btn3-style-flat vc_btn3-color-juicy-pink" a href="https://whky.com/some-areas-on-wilson-creek-remain-closed/" class="vc_gitem-link vc_general vc_btn3 vc_general vc_btn3 vc_btn3-size-md vc_btn3-shape-rounded vc_btn3-style-flat vc_btn3-color-juicy-pink" title="Read more">Read more</a></div></div></div></div></div></div><div class="vc_clearfix"></div></div><div class="vc_grid-item vc_clearfix vc_col-sm-3 vc_grid-item-zone-c-bottom"><div class="vc_grid-item-mini vc_clearfix "><div class="vc_gitem-animated-block" ><div class="vc_gitem-zone vc_gitem-zone-a vc-gitem-zone-height-mode-auto vc-gitem-zone-height-mode-auto-1-1 vc_gitem-is-link" style="background-image: url('https://whky.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/05/Conley-Jessie-052325.jpg') !important;"><a href="https://whky.com/district-court-judge-appointed-for-iredell-alexander-counties/" title="District Court Judge Appointed for Iredell &#038; Alexander Counties" class="vc_gitem-link vc-zone-link" ></a><img class="vc_gitem-zone-img" src="https://whky.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/05/Conley-Jessie-052325.jpg" alt="District Court Judge Appointed for Iredell & Alexander Counties" loading="lazy"><div class="vc_gitem-zone-mini"></div></div></div><div class="vc_gitem-zone vc_gitem-zone-c vc_custom_1419240516480"><div class="vc_gitem-zone-mini"><div class="vc_gitem_row vc_row vc_gitem-row-position-top"><div class="vc_col-sm-12 vc_gitem-col vc_gitem-col-align-"><div class="vc_custom_heading vc_gitem-post-data vc_gitem-post-data-source-post_title" ><h4 style="text-align: left" >District Court Judge Appointed for Iredell &#038; Alexander Counties</h4></div><div class="vc_custom_heading vc_gitem-post-data vc_gitem-post-data-source-post_excerpt" ><p style="text-align: left" ><p>Governor Josh Stein announced today (May 23) that Jessie Conley has been appointed to the District Court for Judicial District 32, serving Alexander and Iredell Counties. Ms. Conley is filling&hellip;</p> </p></div><div class="vc_btn3-container vc_btn3-left"><a class="vc_general vc_btn3 vc_btn3-size-md vc_btn3-shape-rounded vc_btn3-style-flat vc_btn3-color-juicy-pink" a href="https://whky.com/district-court-judge-appointed-for-iredell-alexander-counties/" class="vc_gitem-link vc_general vc_btn3 vc_general vc_btn3 vc_btn3-size-md vc_btn3-shape-rounded vc_btn3-style-flat vc_btn3-color-juicy-pink" title="Read more">Read more</a></div></div></div></div></div></div><div class="vc_clearfix"></div></div><div class="vc_grid-item vc_clearfix vc_col-sm-3 vc_grid-item-zone-c-bottom"><div class="vc_grid-item-mini vc_clearfix "><div class="vc_gitem-animated-block" ><div class="vc_gitem-zone vc_gitem-zone-a vc-gitem-zone-height-mode-auto vc-gitem-zone-height-mode-auto-1-1 vc_gitem-is-link" style="background-image: url('https://whky.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/05/Crawford-Jessie-Allen-052325.jpg') !important;"><a href="https://whky.com/hickory-man-found-guilty-in-murder-trial-receives-life-sentence/" title="Hickory Man Found Guilty In Murder Trial, Receives Life Sentence" class="vc_gitem-link vc-zone-link" ></a><img class="vc_gitem-zone-img" src="https://whky.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/05/Crawford-Jessie-Allen-052325.jpg" alt="Hickory Man Found Guilty In Murder Trial, Receives Life Sentence" loading="lazy"><div class="vc_gitem-zone-mini"></div></div></div><div class="vc_gitem-zone vc_gitem-zone-c vc_custom_1419240516480"><div class="vc_gitem-zone-mini"><div class="vc_gitem_row vc_row vc_gitem-row-position-top"><div class="vc_col-sm-12 vc_gitem-col vc_gitem-col-align-"><div class="vc_custom_heading vc_gitem-post-data vc_gitem-post-data-source-post_title" ><h4 style="text-align: left" >Hickory Man Found Guilty In Murder Trial, Receives Life Sentence</h4></div><div class="vc_custom_heading vc_gitem-post-data vc_gitem-post-data-source-post_excerpt" ><p style="text-align: left" ><p>A Catawba County jury found a Hickory man guilty of first-degree murder in the death of Iris Ranae Robinson, on Thursday (May 22), bringing a trial of nearly two weeks&hellip;</p> </p></div><div class="vc_btn3-container vc_btn3-left"><a class="vc_general vc_btn3 vc_btn3-size-md vc_btn3-shape-rounded vc_btn3-style-flat vc_btn3-color-juicy-pink" a href="https://whky.com/hickory-man-found-guilty-in-murder-trial-receives-life-sentence/" class="vc_gitem-link vc_general vc_btn3 vc_general vc_btn3 vc_btn3-size-md vc_btn3-shape-rounded vc_btn3-style-flat vc_btn3-color-juicy-pink" title="Read more">Read more</a></div></div></div></div></div></div><div class="vc_clearfix"></div></div><div class="vc_grid-item vc_clearfix vc_col-sm-3 vc_grid-item-zone-c-bottom"><div class="vc_grid-item-mini vc_clearfix "><div class="vc_gitem-animated-block" ><div class="vc_gitem-zone vc_gitem-zone-a vc-gitem-zone-height-mode-auto vc-gitem-zone-height-mode-auto-1-1 vc_gitem-is-link" style="background-image: url('https://whky.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/05/Boone-Tammy-Duckworth-052325.jpg') !important;"><a href="https://whky.com/second-suspect-receives-prison-sentence-in-case-involving-murder-of-woman-unborn-child/" title="Second Suspect Receives Prison Sentence In Case Involving Murder Of Woman &#038; Unborn Child" class="vc_gitem-link vc-zone-link" ></a><img class="vc_gitem-zone-img" src="https://whky.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/05/Boone-Tammy-Duckworth-052325.jpg" alt="Second Suspect Receives Prison Sentence In Case Involving Murder Of Woman & Unborn Child" loading="lazy"><div class="vc_gitem-zone-mini"></div></div></div><div class="vc_gitem-zone vc_gitem-zone-c vc_custom_1419240516480"><div class="vc_gitem-zone-mini"><div class="vc_gitem_row vc_row vc_gitem-row-position-top"><div class="vc_col-sm-12 vc_gitem-col vc_gitem-col-align-"><div class="vc_custom_heading vc_gitem-post-data vc_gitem-post-data-source-post_title" ><h4 style="text-align: left" >Second Suspect Receives Prison Sentence In Case Involving Murder Of Woman &#038; Unborn Child</h4></div><div class="vc_custom_heading vc_gitem-post-data vc_gitem-post-data-source-post_excerpt" ><p style="text-align: left" ><p>A Morganton woman has been sentenced to a minimum of more than four years in prison in a case involving the murder of a pregnant woman. According to our news&hellip;</p> </p></div><div class="vc_btn3-container vc_btn3-left"><a class="vc_general vc_btn3 vc_btn3-size-md vc_btn3-shape-rounded vc_btn3-style-flat vc_btn3-color-juicy-pink" a href="https://whky.com/second-suspect-receives-prison-sentence-in-case-involving-murder-of-woman-unborn-child/" class="vc_gitem-link vc_general vc_btn3 vc_general vc_btn3 vc_btn3-size-md vc_btn3-shape-rounded vc_btn3-style-flat vc_btn3-color-juicy-pink" title="Read more">Read more</a></div></div></div></div></div></div><div class="vc_clearfix"></div></div><div class="vc_grid-item vc_clearfix vc_col-sm-3 vc_grid-item-zone-c-bottom"><div class="vc_grid-item-mini vc_clearfix "><div class="vc_gitem-animated-block" ><div class="vc_gitem-zone vc_gitem-zone-a vc-gitem-zone-height-mode-auto vc-gitem-zone-height-mode-auto-1-1 vc_gitem-is-link" style="background-image: url('https://whky.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/03/Mulch-Pic-City-of-Hickory-031325.jpg') !important;"><a href="https://whky.com/mulch-sales-continuing-in-hickory-will-resume-may-30/" title="Mulch Sales Continuing In Hickory, Will Resume May 30" class="vc_gitem-link vc-zone-link" ></a><img class="vc_gitem-zone-img" src="https://whky.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/03/Mulch-Pic-City-of-Hickory-031325.jpg" alt="Mulch Sales Continuing In Hickory, Will Resume May 30" loading="lazy"><div class="vc_gitem-zone-mini"></div></div></div><div class="vc_gitem-zone vc_gitem-zone-c vc_custom_1419240516480"><div class="vc_gitem-zone-mini"><div class="vc_gitem_row vc_row vc_gitem-row-position-top"><div class="vc_col-sm-12 vc_gitem-col vc_gitem-col-align-"><div class="vc_custom_heading vc_gitem-post-data vc_gitem-post-data-source-post_title" ><h4 style="text-align: left" >Mulch Sales Continuing In Hickory, Will Resume May 30</h4></div><div class="vc_custom_heading vc_gitem-post-data vc_gitem-post-data-source-post_excerpt" ><p style="text-align: left" ><p>The City of Hickory is still selling mulch. The Yard Waste Facility will be closed on May 23 and 24, but will reopen on May 30. Starting May 30, single&hellip;</p> </p></div><div class="vc_btn3-container vc_btn3-left"><a class="vc_general vc_btn3 vc_btn3-size-md vc_btn3-shape-rounded vc_btn3-style-flat vc_btn3-color-juicy-pink" a href="https://whky.com/mulch-sales-continuing-in-hickory-will-resume-may-30/" class="vc_gitem-link vc_general vc_btn3 vc_general vc_btn3 vc_btn3-size-md vc_btn3-shape-rounded vc_btn3-style-flat vc_btn3-color-juicy-pink" title="Read more">Read more</a></div></div></div></div></div></div><div class="vc_clearfix"></div></div><div class="vc_grid-item vc_clearfix vc_col-sm-3 vc_grid-item-zone-c-bottom"><div class="vc_grid-item-mini vc_clearfix "><div class="vc_gitem-animated-block" ><div class="vc_gitem-zone vc_gitem-zone-a vc-gitem-zone-height-mode-auto vc-gitem-zone-height-mode-auto-1-1 vc_gitem-is-link" style="background-image: url('https://whky.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/08/NCDOT-Logo-081822.jpg') !important;"><a href="https://whky.com/ncdot-program-assists-formerly-incarcerated-individuals-in-finding-jobs/" title="NCDOT Program Assists Formerly Incarcerated Individuals In Finding Jobs" class="vc_gitem-link vc-zone-link" ></a><img class="vc_gitem-zone-img" src="https://whky.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/08/NCDOT-Logo-081822.jpg" alt="NCDOT Program Assists Formerly Incarcerated Individuals In Finding Jobs" loading="lazy"><div class="vc_gitem-zone-mini"></div></div></div><div class="vc_gitem-zone vc_gitem-zone-c vc_custom_1419240516480"><div class="vc_gitem-zone-mini"><div class="vc_gitem_row vc_row vc_gitem-row-position-top"><div class="vc_col-sm-12 vc_gitem-col vc_gitem-col-align-"><div class="vc_custom_heading vc_gitem-post-data vc_gitem-post-data-source-post_title" ><h4 style="text-align: left" >NCDOT Program Assists Formerly Incarcerated Individuals In Finding Jobs</h4></div><div class="vc_custom_heading vc_gitem-post-data vc_gitem-post-data-source-post_excerpt" ><p style="text-align: left" ><p>A state reentry program started last year is helping people who used to be incarcerated secure jobs on transportation work crews and get identification cards to access housing and healthcare&hellip;</p> </p></div><div class="vc_btn3-container vc_btn3-left"><a class="vc_general vc_btn3 vc_btn3-size-md vc_btn3-shape-rounded vc_btn3-style-flat vc_btn3-color-juicy-pink" a href="https://whky.com/ncdot-program-assists-formerly-incarcerated-individuals-in-finding-jobs/" class="vc_gitem-link vc_general vc_btn3 vc_general vc_btn3 vc_btn3-size-md vc_btn3-shape-rounded vc_btn3-style-flat vc_btn3-color-juicy-pink" title="Read more">Read more</a></div></div></div></div></div></div><div class="vc_clearfix"></div></div><div class="vc_grid-item vc_clearfix vc_col-sm-3 vc_grid-item-zone-c-bottom"><div class="vc_grid-item-mini vc_clearfix "><div class="vc_gitem-animated-block" ><div class="vc_gitem-zone vc_gitem-zone-a vc-gitem-zone-height-mode-auto vc-gitem-zone-height-mode-auto-1-1 vc_gitem-is-link" style="background-image: url('https://whky.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/06/Alexander-County-Seal-062122.jpg') !important;"><a href="https://whky.com/public-hearing-held-on-alexander-county-budget-tax-rate-would-remain-steady/" title="Public Hearing Held On Alexander County Budget, Tax Rate Would Remain Steady" class="vc_gitem-link vc-zone-link" ></a><img class="vc_gitem-zone-img" src="https://whky.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/06/Alexander-County-Seal-062122.jpg" alt="Public Hearing Held On Alexander County Budget, Tax Rate Would Remain Steady" loading="lazy"><div class="vc_gitem-zone-mini"></div></div></div><div class="vc_gitem-zone vc_gitem-zone-c vc_custom_1419240516480"><div class="vc_gitem-zone-mini"><div class="vc_gitem_row vc_row vc_gitem-row-position-top"><div class="vc_col-sm-12 vc_gitem-col vc_gitem-col-align-"><div class="vc_custom_heading vc_gitem-post-data vc_gitem-post-data-source-post_title" ><h4 style="text-align: left" >Public Hearing Held On Alexander County Budget, Tax Rate Would Remain Steady</h4></div><div class="vc_custom_heading vc_gitem-post-data vc_gitem-post-data-source-post_excerpt" ><p style="text-align: left" ><p>A public hearing to discuss the proposed 2025-2026 county budget was held at the May 19 meeting of the Alexander County Board of Commissioners. Jennifer Herman, Finance Director, presented the&hellip;</p> </p></div><div class="vc_btn3-container vc_btn3-left"><a class="vc_general vc_btn3 vc_btn3-size-md vc_btn3-shape-rounded vc_btn3-style-flat vc_btn3-color-juicy-pink" a href="https://whky.com/public-hearing-held-on-alexander-county-budget-tax-rate-would-remain-steady/" class="vc_gitem-link vc_general vc_btn3 vc_general vc_btn3 vc_btn3-size-md vc_btn3-shape-rounded vc_btn3-style-flat vc_btn3-color-juicy-pink" title="Read more">Read more</a></div></div></div></div></div></div><div class="vc_clearfix"></div></div><div class="vc_grid-item vc_clearfix vc_col-sm-3 vc_grid-item-zone-c-bottom"><div class="vc_grid-item-mini vc_clearfix "><div class="vc_gitem-animated-block" ><div class="vc_gitem-zone vc_gitem-zone-a vc-gitem-zone-height-mode-auto vc-gitem-zone-height-mode-auto-1-1 vc_gitem-is-link" style="background-image: url('https://whky.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/05/Caldwell-Partnership-Of-The-Year-Pic-052325-1024x1024.png') !important;"><a href="https://whky.com/partnership-award-presented-to-caldwell-county-schools-economic-development/" title="Partnership Award Presented To Caldwell County Schools &#038; Economic Development" class="vc_gitem-link vc-zone-link" ></a><img class="vc_gitem-zone-img" src="https://whky.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/05/Caldwell-Partnership-Of-The-Year-Pic-052325-1024x1024.png" alt="Partnership Award Presented To Caldwell County Schools & Economic Development" loading="lazy"><div class="vc_gitem-zone-mini"></div></div></div><div class="vc_gitem-zone vc_gitem-zone-c vc_custom_1419240516480"><div class="vc_gitem-zone-mini"><div class="vc_gitem_row vc_row vc_gitem-row-position-top"><div class="vc_col-sm-12 vc_gitem-col vc_gitem-col-align-"><div class="vc_custom_heading vc_gitem-post-data vc_gitem-post-data-source-post_title" ><h4 style="text-align: left" >Partnership Award Presented To Caldwell County Schools &#038; Economic Development</h4></div><div class="vc_custom_heading vc_gitem-post-data vc_gitem-post-data-source-post_excerpt" ><p style="text-align: left" ><p>Caldwell County Economic Development and the Caldwell County Schools recently received the 2025 Partnership Award presented by the North Carolina Science, Mathematics, and Technology Education Center (SMT). This prestigious award&hellip;</p> </p></div><div class="vc_btn3-container vc_btn3-left"><a class="vc_general vc_btn3 vc_btn3-size-md vc_btn3-shape-rounded vc_btn3-style-flat vc_btn3-color-juicy-pink" a href="https://whky.com/partnership-award-presented-to-caldwell-county-schools-economic-development/" class="vc_gitem-link vc_general vc_btn3 vc_general vc_btn3 vc_btn3-size-md vc_btn3-shape-rounded vc_btn3-style-flat vc_btn3-color-juicy-pink" title="Read more">Read more</a></div></div></div></div></div></div><div class="vc_clearfix"></div></div><div class="vc_grid-item vc_clearfix vc_col-sm-3 vc_grid-item-zone-c-bottom"><div class="vc_grid-item-mini vc_clearfix "><div class="vc_gitem-animated-block" ><div class="vc_gitem-zone vc_gitem-zone-a vc-gitem-zone-height-mode-auto vc-gitem-zone-height-mode-auto-1-1 vc_gitem-is-link" style="background-image: url('https://whky.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/05/Urgent-Care-of-Mountain-View-Taylorsville-052225-1024x530.jpg') !important;"><a href="https://whky.com/urgent-care-facility-in-taylorsville-to-temporarily-close/" title="Urgent Care Facility in Taylorsville to Temporarily Close" class="vc_gitem-link vc-zone-link" ></a><img class="vc_gitem-zone-img" src="https://whky.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/05/Urgent-Care-of-Mountain-View-Taylorsville-052225-1024x530.jpg" alt="Urgent Care Facility in Taylorsville to Temporarily Close" loading="lazy"><div class="vc_gitem-zone-mini"></div></div></div><div class="vc_gitem-zone vc_gitem-zone-c vc_custom_1419240516480"><div class="vc_gitem-zone-mini"><div class="vc_gitem_row vc_row vc_gitem-row-position-top"><div class="vc_col-sm-12 vc_gitem-col vc_gitem-col-align-"><div class="vc_custom_heading vc_gitem-post-data vc_gitem-post-data-source-post_title" ><h4 style="text-align: left" >Urgent Care Facility in Taylorsville to Temporarily Close</h4></div><div class="vc_custom_heading vc_gitem-post-data vc_gitem-post-data-source-post_excerpt" ><p style="text-align: left" ><p>According to our news partner, WACB, Urgent Care of Mountain View in Taylorsville is closing, pending construction of a new clinic on Macedonia Church Road. The facility is Taylorsville&#8217;s only&hellip;</p> </p></div><div class="vc_btn3-container vc_btn3-left"><a class="vc_general vc_btn3 vc_btn3-size-md vc_btn3-shape-rounded vc_btn3-style-flat vc_btn3-color-juicy-pink" a href="https://whky.com/urgent-care-facility-in-taylorsville-to-temporarily-close/" class="vc_gitem-link vc_general vc_btn3 vc_general vc_btn3 vc_btn3-size-md vc_btn3-shape-rounded vc_btn3-style-flat vc_btn3-color-juicy-pink" title="Read more">Read more</a></div></div></div></div></div></div><div class="vc_clearfix"></div></div><div class="vc_grid-item vc_clearfix vc_col-sm-3 vc_grid-item-zone-c-bottom"><div class="vc_grid-item-mini vc_clearfix "><div class="vc_gitem-animated-block" ><div class="vc_gitem-zone vc_gitem-zone-a vc-gitem-zone-height-mode-auto vc-gitem-zone-height-mode-auto-1-1 vc_gitem-is-link" style="background-image: url('https://whky.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/02/Catawba-County-New-Logo-031919.jpg') !important;"><a href="https://whky.com/catawba-county-commissioners-meet-approve-resolution-for-road-improvement-project/" title="Catawba County Commissioners Meet, Approve Resolution For Road Improvement Project" class="vc_gitem-link vc-zone-link" ></a><img class="vc_gitem-zone-img" src="https://whky.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/02/Catawba-County-New-Logo-031919.jpg" alt="Catawba County Commissioners Meet, Approve Resolution For Road Improvement Project" loading="lazy"><div class="vc_gitem-zone-mini"></div></div></div><div class="vc_gitem-zone vc_gitem-zone-c vc_custom_1419240516480"><div class="vc_gitem-zone-mini"><div class="vc_gitem_row vc_row vc_gitem-row-position-top"><div class="vc_col-sm-12 vc_gitem-col vc_gitem-col-align-"><div class="vc_custom_heading vc_gitem-post-data vc_gitem-post-data-source-post_title" ><h4 style="text-align: left" >Catawba County Commissioners Meet, Approve Resolution For Road Improvement Project</h4></div><div class="vc_custom_heading vc_gitem-post-data vc_gitem-post-data-source-post_excerpt" ><p style="text-align: left" ><p>The Catawba County Board of Commissioners met in regular session Monday (May 19). Commissioners held a public hearing to consider the Langdon Ridge subdivision Road Improvement Project, and adoption of&hellip;</p> </p></div><div class="vc_btn3-container vc_btn3-left"><a class="vc_general vc_btn3 vc_btn3-size-md vc_btn3-shape-rounded vc_btn3-style-flat vc_btn3-color-juicy-pink" a href="https://whky.com/catawba-county-commissioners-meet-approve-resolution-for-road-improvement-project/" class="vc_gitem-link vc_general vc_btn3 vc_general vc_btn3 vc_btn3-size-md vc_btn3-shape-rounded vc_btn3-style-flat vc_btn3-color-juicy-pink" title="Read more">Read more</a></div></div></div></div></div></div><div class="vc_clearfix"></div></div><div class="vc_grid-item vc_clearfix vc_col-sm-3 vc_grid-item-zone-c-bottom"><div class="vc_grid-item-mini vc_clearfix "><div class="vc_gitem-animated-block" ><div class="vc_gitem-zone vc_gitem-zone-a vc-gitem-zone-height-mode-auto vc-gitem-zone-height-mode-auto-1-1 vc_gitem-is-link" style="background-image: url('https://whky.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/03/NCDOT-Logo-031423.jpg') !important;"><a href="https://whky.com/sherrills-ford-bridge-to-be-inspected-traffic-to-be-affected/" title="Sherrills Ford Bridge To Be Inspected, Traffic To Be Affected" class="vc_gitem-link vc-zone-link" ></a><img class="vc_gitem-zone-img" src="https://whky.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/03/NCDOT-Logo-031423.jpg" alt="Sherrills Ford Bridge To Be Inspected, Traffic To Be Affected" loading="lazy"><div class="vc_gitem-zone-mini"></div></div></div><div class="vc_gitem-zone vc_gitem-zone-c vc_custom_1419240516480"><div class="vc_gitem-zone-mini"><div class="vc_gitem_row vc_row vc_gitem-row-position-top"><div class="vc_col-sm-12 vc_gitem-col vc_gitem-col-align-"><div class="vc_custom_heading vc_gitem-post-data vc_gitem-post-data-source-post_title" ><h4 style="text-align: left" >Sherrills Ford Bridge To Be Inspected, Traffic To Be Affected</h4></div><div class="vc_custom_heading vc_gitem-post-data vc_gitem-post-data-source-post_excerpt" ><p style="text-align: left" ><p>A bridge over Lake Norman in Sherrills Ford is slated for inspection beginning June 2, weather permitting. Crews will inspect the structure taking Slanting Bridge Road over the lake to&hellip;</p> </p></div><div class="vc_btn3-container vc_btn3-left"><a class="vc_general vc_btn3 vc_btn3-size-md vc_btn3-shape-rounded vc_btn3-style-flat vc_btn3-color-juicy-pink" a href="https://whky.com/sherrills-ford-bridge-to-be-inspected-traffic-to-be-affected/" class="vc_gitem-link vc_general vc_btn3 vc_general vc_btn3 vc_btn3-size-md vc_btn3-shape-rounded vc_btn3-style-flat vc_btn3-color-juicy-pink" title="Read more">Read more</a></div></div></div></div></div></div><div class="vc_clearfix"></div></div><div class="vc_grid-item vc_clearfix vc_col-sm-3 vc_grid-item-zone-c-bottom"><div class="vc_grid-item-mini vc_clearfix "><div class="vc_gitem-animated-block" ><div class="vc_gitem-zone vc_gitem-zone-a vc-gitem-zone-height-mode-auto vc-gitem-zone-height-mode-auto-1-1 vc_gitem-is-link" style="background-image: url('https://whky.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/07/NCDHHS-Logo-071624.jpg') !important;"><a href="https://whky.com/ncdhhs-launches-website-to-assist-n-c-residents-in-finding-free-childhood-vaccines/" title="NCDHHS Launches Website To Assist N.C. 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Residents In Finding Free Childhood Vaccines</h4></div><div class="vc_custom_heading vc_gitem-post-data vc_gitem-post-data-source-post_excerpt" ><p style="text-align: left" ><p>As families across North Carolina prepare for summer camps and back-to-school requirements, the North Carolina Department of Health and Human Services (NCDHHS) is making it easier for those who are&hellip;</p> </p></div><div class="vc_btn3-container vc_btn3-left"><a class="vc_general vc_btn3 vc_btn3-size-md vc_btn3-shape-rounded vc_btn3-style-flat vc_btn3-color-juicy-pink" a href="https://whky.com/ncdhhs-launches-website-to-assist-n-c-residents-in-finding-free-childhood-vaccines/" class="vc_gitem-link vc_general vc_btn3 vc_general vc_btn3 vc_btn3-size-md vc_btn3-shape-rounded vc_btn3-style-flat vc_btn3-color-juicy-pink" title="Read more">Read more</a></div></div></div></div></div></div><div class="vc_clearfix"></div></div><div class="vc_grid-item vc_clearfix vc_col-sm-3 vc_grid-item-zone-c-bottom"><div class="vc_grid-item-mini vc_clearfix "><div class="vc_gitem-animated-block" ><div class="vc_gitem-zone vc_gitem-zone-a vc-gitem-zone-height-mode-auto vc-gitem-zone-height-mode-auto-1-1 vc_gitem-is-link" style="background-image: url('https://whky.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/11/AAA-Carolinas-Logo-112222.jpg') !important;"><a href="https://whky.com/record-setting-memorial-day-holiday-travel-expected-in-north-carolina/" title="Record Setting Memorial Day Holiday Travel Expected In North Carolina" class="vc_gitem-link vc-zone-link" ></a><img class="vc_gitem-zone-img" src="https://whky.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/11/AAA-Carolinas-Logo-112222.jpg" alt="Record Setting Memorial Day Holiday Travel Expected In North Carolina" loading="lazy"><div class="vc_gitem-zone-mini"></div></div></div><div class="vc_gitem-zone vc_gitem-zone-c vc_custom_1419240516480"><div class="vc_gitem-zone-mini"><div class="vc_gitem_row vc_row vc_gitem-row-position-top"><div class="vc_col-sm-12 vc_gitem-col vc_gitem-col-align-"><div class="vc_custom_heading vc_gitem-post-data vc_gitem-post-data-source-post_title" ><h4 style="text-align: left" >Record Setting Memorial Day Holiday Travel Expected In North Carolina</h4></div><div class="vc_custom_heading vc_gitem-post-data vc_gitem-post-data-source-post_excerpt" ><p style="text-align: left" ><p>According to AAA Carolinas, it’s set to be another record-breaking year for Memorial Day travel in the Carolinas. AAA predicts 1.3 million North Carolinians will travel at least 50 miles&hellip;</p> </p></div><div class="vc_btn3-container vc_btn3-left"><a class="vc_general vc_btn3 vc_btn3-size-md vc_btn3-shape-rounded vc_btn3-style-flat vc_btn3-color-juicy-pink" a href="https://whky.com/record-setting-memorial-day-holiday-travel-expected-in-north-carolina/" class="vc_gitem-link vc_general vc_btn3 vc_general vc_btn3 vc_btn3-size-md vc_btn3-shape-rounded vc_btn3-style-flat vc_btn3-color-juicy-pink" title="Read more">Read more</a></div></div></div></div></div></div><div class="vc_clearfix"></div></div><div class="vc_grid-item vc_clearfix vc_col-sm-3 vc_grid-item-zone-c-bottom"><div class="vc_grid-item-mini vc_clearfix "><div class="vc_gitem-animated-block" ><div class="vc_gitem-zone vc_gitem-zone-a vc-gitem-zone-height-mode-auto vc-gitem-zone-height-mode-auto-1-1 vc_gitem-is-link" style="background-image: url('https://whky.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/05/Wood-Warren-052125.jpg') !important;"><a href="https://whky.com/hickory-city-manager-presents-recommended-budget-for-fy2025-26/" title="Hickory City Manager Presents Recommended Budget for FY2025-26" class="vc_gitem-link vc-zone-link" ></a><img class="vc_gitem-zone-img" src="https://whky.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/05/Wood-Warren-052125.jpg" alt="Hickory City Manager Presents Recommended Budget for FY2025-26" loading="lazy"><div class="vc_gitem-zone-mini"></div></div></div><div class="vc_gitem-zone vc_gitem-zone-c vc_custom_1419240516480"><div class="vc_gitem-zone-mini"><div class="vc_gitem_row vc_row vc_gitem-row-position-top"><div class="vc_col-sm-12 vc_gitem-col vc_gitem-col-align-"><div class="vc_custom_heading vc_gitem-post-data vc_gitem-post-data-source-post_title" ><h4 style="text-align: left" >Hickory City Manager Presents Recommended Budget for FY2025-26</h4></div><div class="vc_custom_heading vc_gitem-post-data vc_gitem-post-data-source-post_excerpt" ><p style="text-align: left" ><p>Hickory City Manager Warren Wood delivered his Fiscal Year 2025-2026 Recommended Budget to the Hickory City Council on May 20. The Recommended Budget totals $159,075,833 for all city operations, capital&hellip;</p> </p></div><div class="vc_btn3-container vc_btn3-left"><a class="vc_general vc_btn3 vc_btn3-size-md vc_btn3-shape-rounded vc_btn3-style-flat vc_btn3-color-juicy-pink" a href="https://whky.com/hickory-city-manager-presents-recommended-budget-for-fy2025-26/" class="vc_gitem-link vc_general vc_btn3 vc_general vc_btn3 vc_btn3-size-md vc_btn3-shape-rounded vc_btn3-style-flat vc_btn3-color-juicy-pink" title="Read more">Read more</a></div></div></div></div></div></div><div class="vc_clearfix"></div></div><div class="vc_grid-item vc_clearfix vc_col-sm-3 vc_grid-item-zone-c-bottom"><div class="vc_grid-item-mini vc_clearfix "><div class="vc_gitem-animated-block" ><div class="vc_gitem-zone vc_gitem-zone-a vc-gitem-zone-height-mode-auto vc-gitem-zone-height-mode-auto-1-1 vc_gitem-is-link" style="background-image: url('https://whky.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/05/Coffey-Alexandra-Lee-Livingston-052125.jpg') !important;"><a href="https://whky.com/lenoir-woman-charged-in-connection-with-death-of-child/" title="Lenoir Woman Charged in Connection with Death of Child" class="vc_gitem-link vc-zone-link" ></a><img class="vc_gitem-zone-img" src="https://whky.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/05/Coffey-Alexandra-Lee-Livingston-052125.jpg" alt="Lenoir Woman Charged in Connection with Death of Child" loading="lazy"><div class="vc_gitem-zone-mini"></div></div></div><div class="vc_gitem-zone vc_gitem-zone-c vc_custom_1419240516480"><div class="vc_gitem-zone-mini"><div class="vc_gitem_row vc_row vc_gitem-row-position-top"><div class="vc_col-sm-12 vc_gitem-col vc_gitem-col-align-"><div class="vc_custom_heading vc_gitem-post-data vc_gitem-post-data-source-post_title" ><h4 style="text-align: left" >Lenoir Woman Charged in Connection with Death of Child</h4></div><div class="vc_custom_heading vc_gitem-post-data vc_gitem-post-data-source-post_excerpt" ><p style="text-align: left" ><p>29-year-old Alexandra Lee Livingston Coffey of Amick Road in Lenoir has been arrested by Lenoir Police and charged with involuntary manslaughter. Coffey was arrested in connection with an investigation into&hellip;</p> </p></div><div class="vc_btn3-container vc_btn3-left"><a class="vc_general vc_btn3 vc_btn3-size-md vc_btn3-shape-rounded vc_btn3-style-flat vc_btn3-color-juicy-pink" a href="https://whky.com/lenoir-woman-charged-in-connection-with-death-of-child/" class="vc_gitem-link vc_general vc_btn3 vc_general vc_btn3 vc_btn3-size-md vc_btn3-shape-rounded vc_btn3-style-flat vc_btn3-color-juicy-pink" title="Read more">Read more</a></div></div></div></div></div></div><div class="vc_clearfix"></div></div><div class="vc_grid-item vc_clearfix vc_col-sm-3 vc_grid-item-zone-c-bottom"><div class="vc_grid-item-mini vc_clearfix "><div class="vc_gitem-animated-block" ><div class="vc_gitem-zone vc_gitem-zone-a vc-gitem-zone-height-mode-auto vc-gitem-zone-height-mode-auto-1-1 vc_gitem-is-link" style="background-image: url('https://whky.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/05/Hickory-Bike-Safety-Rodeo-052125.jpg') !important;"><a href="https://whky.com/hickorys-bike-safety-rodeo-set-for-june-21/" title="Hickory&#8217;s Bike Safety Rodeo Set for June 21" class="vc_gitem-link vc-zone-link" ></a><img class="vc_gitem-zone-img" src="https://whky.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/05/Hickory-Bike-Safety-Rodeo-052125.jpg" alt="Hickory's Bike Safety Rodeo Set for June 21" loading="lazy"><div class="vc_gitem-zone-mini"></div></div></div><div class="vc_gitem-zone vc_gitem-zone-c vc_custom_1419240516480"><div class="vc_gitem-zone-mini"><div class="vc_gitem_row vc_row vc_gitem-row-position-top"><div class="vc_col-sm-12 vc_gitem-col vc_gitem-col-align-"><div class="vc_custom_heading vc_gitem-post-data vc_gitem-post-data-source-post_title" ><h4 style="text-align: left" >Hickory&#8217;s Bike Safety Rodeo Set for June 21</h4></div><div class="vc_custom_heading vc_gitem-post-data vc_gitem-post-data-source-post_excerpt" ><p style="text-align: left" ><p>The Hickory Parks, Recreation, &amp; Sports Tourism Department will host its annual Bike Safety Rodeo with the Hickory Police Department on Saturday, June 21, from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. at&hellip;</p> </p></div><div class="vc_btn3-container vc_btn3-left"><a class="vc_general vc_btn3 vc_btn3-size-md vc_btn3-shape-rounded vc_btn3-style-flat vc_btn3-color-juicy-pink" a href="https://whky.com/hickorys-bike-safety-rodeo-set-for-june-21/" class="vc_gitem-link vc_general vc_btn3 vc_general vc_btn3 vc_btn3-size-md vc_btn3-shape-rounded vc_btn3-style-flat vc_btn3-color-juicy-pink" title="Read more">Read more</a></div></div></div></div></div></div><div class="vc_clearfix"></div></div><div class="vc_grid-item vc_clearfix vc_col-sm-3 vc_grid-item-zone-c-bottom"><div class="vc_grid-item-mini vc_clearfix "><div class="vc_gitem-animated-block" ><div class="vc_gitem-zone vc_gitem-zone-a vc-gitem-zone-height-mode-auto vc-gitem-zone-height-mode-auto-1-1 vc_gitem-is-link" style="background-image: url('https://whky.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/05/Armstrong-Willie-Picture-From-WACB-050825.jpg') !important;"><a href="https://whky.com/local-police-chief-facing-charges-is-reinstated/" title="Local Police Chief Facing Charges Is Reinstated" class="vc_gitem-link vc-zone-link" ></a><img class="vc_gitem-zone-img" src="https://whky.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/05/Armstrong-Willie-Picture-From-WACB-050825.jpg" alt="Local Police Chief Facing Charges Is Reinstated" loading="lazy"><div class="vc_gitem-zone-mini"></div></div></div><div class="vc_gitem-zone vc_gitem-zone-c vc_custom_1419240516480"><div class="vc_gitem-zone-mini"><div class="vc_gitem_row vc_row vc_gitem-row-position-top"><div class="vc_col-sm-12 vc_gitem-col vc_gitem-col-align-"><div class="vc_custom_heading vc_gitem-post-data vc_gitem-post-data-source-post_title" ><h4 style="text-align: left" >Local Police Chief Facing Charges Is Reinstated</h4></div><div class="vc_custom_heading vc_gitem-post-data vc_gitem-post-data-source-post_excerpt" ><p style="text-align: left" ><p>The Chief of Police in the Catawba County Town of Brookford, Willie Armstrong, has been reinstated. He was on paid administrative leave prior to his reinstatement, as WHKY previously reported.&hellip;</p> </p></div><div class="vc_btn3-container vc_btn3-left"><a class="vc_general vc_btn3 vc_btn3-size-md vc_btn3-shape-rounded vc_btn3-style-flat vc_btn3-color-juicy-pink" a href="https://whky.com/local-police-chief-facing-charges-is-reinstated/" class="vc_gitem-link vc_general vc_btn3 vc_general vc_btn3 vc_btn3-size-md vc_btn3-shape-rounded vc_btn3-style-flat vc_btn3-color-juicy-pink" title="Read more">Read more</a></div></div></div></div></div></div><div class="vc_clearfix"></div></div><div class="vc_grid-item vc_clearfix vc_col-sm-3 vc_grid-item-zone-c-bottom"><div class="vc_grid-item-mini vc_clearfix "><div class="vc_gitem-animated-block" ><div class="vc_gitem-zone vc_gitem-zone-a vc-gitem-zone-height-mode-auto vc-gitem-zone-height-mode-auto-1-1 vc_gitem-is-link" style="background-image: url('https://whky.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/07/NCDHHS-Logo-071624.jpg') !important;"><a href="https://whky.com/emergency-prescription-program-launched-following-hurricane-helene-to-expire-at-end-of-month/" title="Emergency Prescription Program Launched Following Hurricane Helene To Expire At End Of Month" class="vc_gitem-link vc-zone-link" ></a><img class="vc_gitem-zone-img" src="https://whky.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/07/NCDHHS-Logo-071624.jpg" alt="Emergency Prescription Program Launched Following Hurricane Helene To Expire At End Of Month" loading="lazy"><div class="vc_gitem-zone-mini"></div></div></div><div class="vc_gitem-zone vc_gitem-zone-c vc_custom_1419240516480"><div class="vc_gitem-zone-mini"><div class="vc_gitem_row vc_row vc_gitem-row-position-top"><div class="vc_col-sm-12 vc_gitem-col vc_gitem-col-align-"><div class="vc_custom_heading vc_gitem-post-data vc_gitem-post-data-source-post_title" ><h4 style="text-align: left" >Emergency Prescription Program Launched Following Hurricane Helene To Expire At End Of Month</h4></div><div class="vc_custom_heading vc_gitem-post-data vc_gitem-post-data-source-post_excerpt" ><p style="text-align: left" ><p>The Emergency Prescription Assistance Program (EPAP), launched in response to Hurricane Helene, will officially end on May 31, 2025. The U.S. Health and Human Services program has provided temporary, no-cost&hellip;</p> </p></div><div class="vc_btn3-container vc_btn3-left"><a class="vc_general vc_btn3 vc_btn3-size-md vc_btn3-shape-rounded vc_btn3-style-flat vc_btn3-color-juicy-pink" a href="https://whky.com/emergency-prescription-program-launched-following-hurricane-helene-to-expire-at-end-of-month/" class="vc_gitem-link vc_general vc_btn3 vc_general vc_btn3 vc_btn3-size-md vc_btn3-shape-rounded vc_btn3-style-flat vc_btn3-color-juicy-pink" title="Read more">Read more</a></div></div></div></div></div></div><div class="vc_clearfix"></div></div><div class="vc_grid-item vc_clearfix vc_col-sm-3 vc_grid-item-zone-c-bottom"><div class="vc_grid-item-mini vc_clearfix "><div class="vc_gitem-animated-block" ><div class="vc_gitem-zone vc_gitem-zone-a vc-gitem-zone-height-mode-auto vc-gitem-zone-height-mode-auto-1-1 vc_gitem-is-link" style="background-image: url('https://whky.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/06/Alexander-County-Seal-062122.jpg') !important;"><a href="https://whky.com/alexander-county-government-announces-the-addition-of-internet-mobile-tv-voice-services-to-homes-in-stony-point-taylorsville/" title="Alexander County Government Announces The Addition Of Internet, Mobile, TV &#038; Voice Services To Homes In Stony Point &#038; Taylorsville" class="vc_gitem-link vc-zone-link" ></a><img class="vc_gitem-zone-img" src="https://whky.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/06/Alexander-County-Seal-062122.jpg" alt="Alexander County Government Announces The Addition Of Internet, Mobile, TV & Voice Services To Homes In Stony Point & Taylorsville" loading="lazy"><div class="vc_gitem-zone-mini"></div></div></div><div class="vc_gitem-zone vc_gitem-zone-c vc_custom_1419240516480"><div class="vc_gitem-zone-mini"><div class="vc_gitem_row vc_row vc_gitem-row-position-top"><div class="vc_col-sm-12 vc_gitem-col vc_gitem-col-align-"><div class="vc_custom_heading vc_gitem-post-data vc_gitem-post-data-source-post_title" ><h4 style="text-align: left" >Alexander County Government Announces The Addition Of Internet, Mobile, TV &#038; Voice Services To Homes In Stony Point &#038; Taylorsville</h4></div><div class="vc_custom_heading vc_gitem-post-data vc_gitem-post-data-source-post_excerpt" ><p style="text-align: left" ><p>Spectrum has announced the launch of Spectrum Internet, Mobile, TV, and Voice services to more than 355 homes and small businesses in the Stony Point and Taylorsville areas of Alexander&hellip;</p> </p></div><div class="vc_btn3-container vc_btn3-left"><a class="vc_general vc_btn3 vc_btn3-size-md vc_btn3-shape-rounded vc_btn3-style-flat vc_btn3-color-juicy-pink" a href="https://whky.com/alexander-county-government-announces-the-addition-of-internet-mobile-tv-voice-services-to-homes-in-stony-point-taylorsville/" class="vc_gitem-link vc_general vc_btn3 vc_general vc_btn3 vc_btn3-size-md vc_btn3-shape-rounded vc_btn3-style-flat vc_btn3-color-juicy-pink" title="Read more">Read more</a></div></div></div></div></div></div><div class="vc_clearfix"></div></div><div class="vc_grid-item vc_clearfix vc_col-sm-3 vc_grid-item-zone-c-bottom"><div class="vc_grid-item-mini vc_clearfix "><div class="vc_gitem-animated-block" ><div class="vc_gitem-zone vc_gitem-zone-a vc-gitem-zone-height-mode-auto vc-gitem-zone-height-mode-auto-1-1 vc_gitem-is-link" style="background-image: url('https://whky.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/05/NCDOL-Logo-052025.jpg') !important;"><a href="https://whky.com/workplace-safety-recognized-by-n-c-dept-of-labor/" title="Workplace Safety Recognized By N.C. Dept. Of Labor" class="vc_gitem-link vc-zone-link" ></a><img class="vc_gitem-zone-img" src="https://whky.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/05/NCDOL-Logo-052025.jpg" alt="Workplace Safety Recognized By N.C. Dept. Of Labor" loading="lazy"><div class="vc_gitem-zone-mini"></div></div></div><div class="vc_gitem-zone vc_gitem-zone-c vc_custom_1419240516480"><div class="vc_gitem-zone-mini"><div class="vc_gitem_row vc_row vc_gitem-row-position-top"><div class="vc_col-sm-12 vc_gitem-col vc_gitem-col-align-"><div class="vc_custom_heading vc_gitem-post-data vc_gitem-post-data-source-post_title" ><h4 style="text-align: left" >Workplace Safety Recognized By N.C. Dept. Of Labor</h4></div><div class="vc_custom_heading vc_gitem-post-data vc_gitem-post-data-source-post_excerpt" ><p style="text-align: left" ><p>The N.C. Department of Labor recognized outstanding workplace safety achievements by Lincolnton-area employers and employees during the N.C. Department of Labor’s annual Safety Awards Banquet. The event was held last&hellip;</p> </p></div><div class="vc_btn3-container vc_btn3-left"><a class="vc_general vc_btn3 vc_btn3-size-md vc_btn3-shape-rounded vc_btn3-style-flat vc_btn3-color-juicy-pink" a href="https://whky.com/workplace-safety-recognized-by-n-c-dept-of-labor/" class="vc_gitem-link vc_general vc_btn3 vc_general vc_btn3 vc_btn3-size-md vc_btn3-shape-rounded vc_btn3-style-flat vc_btn3-color-juicy-pink" title="Read more">Read more</a></div></div></div></div></div></div><div class="vc_clearfix"></div></div><div class="vc_grid-item vc_clearfix vc_col-sm-3 vc_grid-item-zone-c-bottom"><div class="vc_grid-item-mini vc_clearfix "><div class="vc_gitem-animated-block" ><div class="vc_gitem-zone vc_gitem-zone-a vc-gitem-zone-height-mode-auto vc-gitem-zone-height-mode-auto-1-1 vc_gitem-is-link" style="background-image: url('https://whky.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/05/Pharos-Pic-Iredell-Health-System-052125.jpg') !important;"><a href="https://whky.com/parenting-resource-center-teams-up-with-area-hospital-to-assist-new-parents/" title="Parenting Resource Center Teams Up With Area Hospital To Assist New Parents" class="vc_gitem-link vc-zone-link" ></a><img class="vc_gitem-zone-img" src="https://whky.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/05/Pharos-Pic-Iredell-Health-System-052125.jpg" alt="Parenting Resource Center Teams Up With Area Hospital To Assist New Parents" loading="lazy"><div class="vc_gitem-zone-mini"></div></div></div><div class="vc_gitem-zone vc_gitem-zone-c vc_custom_1419240516480"><div class="vc_gitem-zone-mini"><div class="vc_gitem_row vc_row vc_gitem-row-position-top"><div class="vc_col-sm-12 vc_gitem-col vc_gitem-col-align-"><div class="vc_custom_heading vc_gitem-post-data vc_gitem-post-data-source-post_title" ><h4 style="text-align: left" >Parenting Resource Center Teams Up With Area Hospital To Assist New Parents</h4></div><div class="vc_custom_heading vc_gitem-post-data vc_gitem-post-data-source-post_excerpt" ><p style="text-align: left" ><p>Pharos Parenting, a local parenting resource center, has teamed up with The Birth Place at Iredell Memorial Hospital to address new parent challenges with personalized support. Pharos Parenting has long&hellip;</p> </p></div><div class="vc_btn3-container vc_btn3-left"><a class="vc_general vc_btn3 vc_btn3-size-md vc_btn3-shape-rounded vc_btn3-style-flat vc_btn3-color-juicy-pink" a href="https://whky.com/parenting-resource-center-teams-up-with-area-hospital-to-assist-new-parents/" class="vc_gitem-link vc_general vc_btn3 vc_general vc_btn3 vc_btn3-size-md vc_btn3-shape-rounded vc_btn3-style-flat vc_btn3-color-juicy-pink" title="Read more">Read more</a></div></div></div></div></div></div><div class="vc_clearfix"></div></div><div class="vc_grid-item vc_clearfix vc_col-sm-3 vc_grid-item-zone-c-bottom"><div class="vc_grid-item-mini vc_clearfix "><div class="vc_gitem-animated-block" ><div class="vc_gitem-zone vc_gitem-zone-a vc-gitem-zone-height-mode-auto vc-gitem-zone-height-mode-auto-1-1 vc_gitem-is-link" style="background-image: url('https://whky.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/05/Garrett-Casey-Dawn-052025.jpg') !important;"><a href="https://whky.com/statesville-police-seek-publics-help-in-finding-missing-woman/" title="Statesville Police Seek Public&#8217;s Help in Finding Missing Woman" class="vc_gitem-link vc-zone-link" ></a><img class="vc_gitem-zone-img" src="https://whky.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/05/Garrett-Casey-Dawn-052025.jpg" alt="Statesville Police Seek Public's Help in Finding Missing Woman" loading="lazy"><div class="vc_gitem-zone-mini"></div></div></div><div class="vc_gitem-zone vc_gitem-zone-c vc_custom_1419240516480"><div class="vc_gitem-zone-mini"><div class="vc_gitem_row vc_row vc_gitem-row-position-top"><div class="vc_col-sm-12 vc_gitem-col vc_gitem-col-align-"><div class="vc_custom_heading vc_gitem-post-data vc_gitem-post-data-source-post_title" ><h4 style="text-align: left" >Statesville Police Seek Public&#8217;s Help in Finding Missing Woman</h4></div><div class="vc_custom_heading vc_gitem-post-data vc_gitem-post-data-source-post_excerpt" ><p style="text-align: left" ><p>Statesville Police are asking for the public’s help in locating 34-year-old Casey Dawn Garrett. She was reported missing on May 18. Ms. Garrett has blonde hair and blue eyes. She&hellip;</p> </p></div><div class="vc_btn3-container vc_btn3-left"><a class="vc_general vc_btn3 vc_btn3-size-md vc_btn3-shape-rounded vc_btn3-style-flat vc_btn3-color-juicy-pink" a href="https://whky.com/statesville-police-seek-publics-help-in-finding-missing-woman/" class="vc_gitem-link vc_general vc_btn3 vc_general vc_btn3 vc_btn3-size-md vc_btn3-shape-rounded vc_btn3-style-flat vc_btn3-color-juicy-pink" title="Read more">Read more</a></div></div></div></div></div></div><div class="vc_clearfix"></div></div><div class="vc_grid-item vc_clearfix vc_col-sm-3 vc_grid-item-zone-c-bottom"><div class="vc_grid-item-mini vc_clearfix "><div class="vc_gitem-animated-block" ><div class="vc_gitem-zone vc_gitem-zone-a vc-gitem-zone-height-mode-auto vc-gitem-zone-height-mode-auto-1-1 vc_gitem-is-link" style="background-image: url('https://whky.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/07/Lenoir-Police-Badge-072822.jpg') !important;"><a href="https://whky.com/investigation-underway-into-childs-death-at-daycare-in-lenoir/" title="Investigation Underway into Child&#8217;s Death at Daycare in Lenoir" class="vc_gitem-link vc-zone-link" ></a><img class="vc_gitem-zone-img" src="https://whky.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/07/Lenoir-Police-Badge-072822.jpg" alt="Investigation Underway into Child's Death at Daycare in Lenoir" loading="lazy"><div class="vc_gitem-zone-mini"></div></div></div><div class="vc_gitem-zone vc_gitem-zone-c vc_custom_1419240516480"><div class="vc_gitem-zone-mini"><div class="vc_gitem_row vc_row vc_gitem-row-position-top"><div class="vc_col-sm-12 vc_gitem-col vc_gitem-col-align-"><div class="vc_custom_heading vc_gitem-post-data vc_gitem-post-data-source-post_title" ><h4 style="text-align: left" >Investigation Underway into Child&#8217;s Death at Daycare in Lenoir</h4></div><div class="vc_custom_heading vc_gitem-post-data vc_gitem-post-data-source-post_excerpt" ><p style="text-align: left" ><p>At about 2:45 yesterday afternoon (May 19), Lenoir Police and Caldwell County E.M.S. responded to a report of an infant in cardiac arrest at Creative Beginnings of Lenoir, 1966 Morganton&hellip;</p> </p></div><div class="vc_btn3-container vc_btn3-left"><a class="vc_general vc_btn3 vc_btn3-size-md vc_btn3-shape-rounded vc_btn3-style-flat vc_btn3-color-juicy-pink" a href="https://whky.com/investigation-underway-into-childs-death-at-daycare-in-lenoir/" class="vc_gitem-link vc_general vc_btn3 vc_general vc_btn3 vc_btn3-size-md vc_btn3-shape-rounded vc_btn3-style-flat vc_btn3-color-juicy-pink" title="Read more">Read more</a></div></div></div></div></div></div><div class="vc_clearfix"></div></div><div class="vc_grid-item vc_clearfix vc_col-sm-3 vc_grid-item-zone-c-bottom"><div class="vc_grid-item-mini vc_clearfix "><div class="vc_gitem-animated-block" ><div class="vc_gitem-zone vc_gitem-zone-a vc-gitem-zone-height-mode-auto vc-gitem-zone-height-mode-auto-1-1 vc_gitem-is-link" style="background-image: url('https://whky.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/05/Old-Lenoir-Rd-Closure-052025-1024x791.jpg') !important;"><a href="https://whky.com/portion-of-old-lenoir-road-to-close-for-60-days/" title="Portion of Old Lenoir Road to Close for 60 Days" class="vc_gitem-link vc-zone-link" ></a><img class="vc_gitem-zone-img" src="https://whky.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/05/Old-Lenoir-Rd-Closure-052025-1024x791.jpg" alt="Portion of Old Lenoir Road to Close for 60 Days" loading="lazy"><div class="vc_gitem-zone-mini"></div></div></div><div class="vc_gitem-zone vc_gitem-zone-c vc_custom_1419240516480"><div class="vc_gitem-zone-mini"><div class="vc_gitem_row vc_row vc_gitem-row-position-top"><div class="vc_col-sm-12 vc_gitem-col vc_gitem-col-align-"><div class="vc_custom_heading vc_gitem-post-data vc_gitem-post-data-source-post_title" ><h4 style="text-align: left" >Portion of Old Lenoir Road to Close for 60 Days</h4></div><div class="vc_custom_heading vc_gitem-post-data vc_gitem-post-data-source-post_excerpt" ><p style="text-align: left" ><p>Beginning next Tuesday, May 27, Old Lenoir Road will be closed from 15th Avenue N.W. to 12th Street Drive N.W. for OLLE Art Walk construction. The closure will be in&hellip;</p> </p></div><div class="vc_btn3-container vc_btn3-left"><a class="vc_general vc_btn3 vc_btn3-size-md vc_btn3-shape-rounded vc_btn3-style-flat vc_btn3-color-juicy-pink" a href="https://whky.com/portion-of-old-lenoir-road-to-close-for-60-days/" class="vc_gitem-link vc_general vc_btn3 vc_general vc_btn3 vc_btn3-size-md vc_btn3-shape-rounded vc_btn3-style-flat vc_btn3-color-juicy-pink" title="Read more">Read more</a></div></div></div></div></div></div><div class="vc_clearfix"></div></div><div class="vc_grid-item vc_clearfix vc_col-sm-3 vc_grid-item-zone-c-bottom"><div class="vc_grid-item-mini vc_clearfix "><div class="vc_gitem-animated-block" ><div class="vc_gitem-zone vc_gitem-zone-a vc-gitem-zone-height-mode-auto vc-gitem-zone-height-mode-auto-1-1 vc_gitem-is-link" style="background-image: url('https://whky.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/05/Stolen-Truck-SSS-Logging.jpg') !important;"><a href="https://whky.com/caldwell-county-sheriffs-asking-for-publics-assistance-in-locating-stolen-truck/" title="Caldwell County Sheriff&#8217;s Asking for Public&#8217;s Assistance in Locating Stolen Truck" class="vc_gitem-link vc-zone-link" ></a><img class="vc_gitem-zone-img" src="https://whky.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/05/Stolen-Truck-SSS-Logging.jpg" alt="Caldwell County Sheriff's Asking for Public's Assistance in Locating Stolen Truck" loading="lazy"><div class="vc_gitem-zone-mini"></div></div></div><div class="vc_gitem-zone vc_gitem-zone-c vc_custom_1419240516480"><div class="vc_gitem-zone-mini"><div class="vc_gitem_row vc_row vc_gitem-row-position-top"><div class="vc_col-sm-12 vc_gitem-col vc_gitem-col-align-"><div class="vc_custom_heading vc_gitem-post-data vc_gitem-post-data-source-post_title" ><h4 style="text-align: left" >Caldwell County Sheriff&#8217;s Asking for Public&#8217;s Assistance in Locating Stolen Truck</h4></div><div class="vc_custom_heading vc_gitem-post-data vc_gitem-post-data-source-post_excerpt" ><p style="text-align: left" ><p>On Monday May 19, 2025 Caldwell County Sheriff&#8217;s Detectives announced they are looking for a stolen truck. According to a statement, between May 18 and May 19 an unknown person&hellip;</p> </p></div><div class="vc_btn3-container vc_btn3-left"><a class="vc_general vc_btn3 vc_btn3-size-md vc_btn3-shape-rounded vc_btn3-style-flat vc_btn3-color-juicy-pink" a href="https://whky.com/caldwell-county-sheriffs-asking-for-publics-assistance-in-locating-stolen-truck/" class="vc_gitem-link vc_general vc_btn3 vc_general vc_btn3 vc_btn3-size-md vc_btn3-shape-rounded vc_btn3-style-flat vc_btn3-color-juicy-pink" title="Read more">Read more</a></div></div></div></div></div></div><div class="vc_clearfix"></div></div><div class="vc_grid-item vc_clearfix vc_col-sm-3 vc_grid-item-zone-c-bottom"><div class="vc_grid-item-mini vc_clearfix "><div class="vc_gitem-animated-block" ><div class="vc_gitem-zone vc_gitem-zone-a vc-gitem-zone-height-mode-auto vc-gitem-zone-height-mode-auto-1-1 vc_gitem-is-link" style="background-image: url('https://whky.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/05/Governors-Office-Seal-051225.jpg') !important;"><a href="https://whky.com/governor-proposes-additional-helene-relief-funding/" title="Governor Proposes Additional Helene Relief Funding" class="vc_gitem-link vc-zone-link" ></a><img class="vc_gitem-zone-img" src="https://whky.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/05/Governors-Office-Seal-051225.jpg" alt="Governor Proposes Additional Helene Relief Funding" loading="lazy"><div class="vc_gitem-zone-mini"></div></div></div><div class="vc_gitem-zone vc_gitem-zone-c vc_custom_1419240516480"><div class="vc_gitem-zone-mini"><div class="vc_gitem_row vc_row vc_gitem-row-position-top"><div class="vc_col-sm-12 vc_gitem-col vc_gitem-col-align-"><div class="vc_custom_heading vc_gitem-post-data vc_gitem-post-data-source-post_title" ><h4 style="text-align: left" >Governor Proposes Additional Helene Relief Funding</h4></div><div class="vc_custom_heading vc_gitem-post-data vc_gitem-post-data-source-post_excerpt" ><p style="text-align: left" ><p>On Monday (May 19) Governor Josh Stein visited Carolina Domes in the Rutherford County community of Union Mills to propose additional funding for the Hurricane Helene recovery effort. Governor Stein&hellip;</p> </p></div><div class="vc_btn3-container vc_btn3-left"><a class="vc_general vc_btn3 vc_btn3-size-md vc_btn3-shape-rounded vc_btn3-style-flat vc_btn3-color-juicy-pink" a href="https://whky.com/governor-proposes-additional-helene-relief-funding/" class="vc_gitem-link vc_general vc_btn3 vc_general vc_btn3 vc_btn3-size-md vc_btn3-shape-rounded vc_btn3-style-flat vc_btn3-color-juicy-pink" title="Read more">Read more</a></div></div></div></div></div></div><div class="vc_clearfix"></div></div><div class="vc_grid-item vc_clearfix vc_col-sm-3 vc_grid-item-zone-c-bottom"><div class="vc_grid-item-mini vc_clearfix "><div class="vc_gitem-animated-block" ><div class="vc_gitem-zone vc_gitem-zone-a vc-gitem-zone-height-mode-auto vc-gitem-zone-height-mode-auto-1-1 vc_gitem-is-link" style="background-image: url('https://whky.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/05/NCDOL-Logo-052025.jpg') !important;"><a href="https://whky.com/n-c-officials-launch-website-to-raise-public-awareness-regarding-human-trafficking-laws/" title="N.C. Officials Launch Website To Raise Public Awareness Regarding Human Trafficking Laws" class="vc_gitem-link vc-zone-link" ></a><img class="vc_gitem-zone-img" src="https://whky.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/05/NCDOL-Logo-052025.jpg" alt="N.C. Officials Launch Website To Raise Public Awareness Regarding Human Trafficking Laws" loading="lazy"><div class="vc_gitem-zone-mini"></div></div></div><div class="vc_gitem-zone vc_gitem-zone-c vc_custom_1419240516480"><div class="vc_gitem-zone-mini"><div class="vc_gitem_row vc_row vc_gitem-row-position-top"><div class="vc_col-sm-12 vc_gitem-col vc_gitem-col-align-"><div class="vc_custom_heading vc_gitem-post-data vc_gitem-post-data-source-post_title" ><h4 style="text-align: left" >N.C. Officials Launch Website To Raise Public Awareness Regarding Human Trafficking Laws</h4></div><div class="vc_custom_heading vc_gitem-post-data vc_gitem-post-data-source-post_excerpt" ><p style="text-align: left" ><p>The North Carolina Department of Labor (NCDOL) has announced the launch of a new public awareness website to support implementation of human trafficking prevention laws in the lodging and vacation&hellip;</p> </p></div><div class="vc_btn3-container vc_btn3-left"><a class="vc_general vc_btn3 vc_btn3-size-md vc_btn3-shape-rounded vc_btn3-style-flat vc_btn3-color-juicy-pink" a href="https://whky.com/n-c-officials-launch-website-to-raise-public-awareness-regarding-human-trafficking-laws/" class="vc_gitem-link vc_general vc_btn3 vc_general vc_btn3 vc_btn3-size-md vc_btn3-shape-rounded vc_btn3-style-flat vc_btn3-color-juicy-pink" title="Read more">Read more</a></div></div></div></div></div></div><div class="vc_clearfix"></div></div><div class="vc_grid-item vc_clearfix vc_col-sm-3 vc_grid-item-zone-c-bottom"><div class="vc_grid-item-mini vc_clearfix "><div class="vc_gitem-animated-block" ><div class="vc_gitem-zone vc_gitem-zone-a vc-gitem-zone-height-mode-auto vc-gitem-zone-height-mode-auto-1-1 vc_gitem-is-link" style="background-image: url('https://whky.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/07/NCDHHS-Logo-071624.jpg') !important;"><a href="https://whky.com/educational-loan-repayment-offered-for-some-n-c-physicians-practicing-in-rural-counties/" title="Educational Loan Repayment Offered For Some N.C. Physicians Practicing In Rural Counties" class="vc_gitem-link vc-zone-link" ></a><img class="vc_gitem-zone-img" src="https://whky.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/07/NCDHHS-Logo-071624.jpg" alt="Educational Loan Repayment Offered For Some N.C. Physicians Practicing In Rural Counties" loading="lazy"><div class="vc_gitem-zone-mini"></div></div></div><div class="vc_gitem-zone vc_gitem-zone-c vc_custom_1419240516480"><div class="vc_gitem-zone-mini"><div class="vc_gitem_row vc_row vc_gitem-row-position-top"><div class="vc_col-sm-12 vc_gitem-col vc_gitem-col-align-"><div class="vc_custom_heading vc_gitem-post-data vc_gitem-post-data-source-post_title" ><h4 style="text-align: left" >Educational Loan Repayment Offered For Some N.C. Physicians Practicing In Rural Counties</h4></div><div class="vc_custom_heading vc_gitem-post-data vc_gitem-post-data-source-post_excerpt" ><p style="text-align: left" ><p>To encourage more health care providers to serve in rural areas, the North Carolina Department of Health and Human Services (NCDHHS) is offering the opportunity for educational loan repayments. This&hellip;</p> </p></div><div class="vc_btn3-container vc_btn3-left"><a class="vc_general vc_btn3 vc_btn3-size-md vc_btn3-shape-rounded vc_btn3-style-flat vc_btn3-color-juicy-pink" a href="https://whky.com/educational-loan-repayment-offered-for-some-n-c-physicians-practicing-in-rural-counties/" class="vc_gitem-link vc_general vc_btn3 vc_general vc_btn3 vc_btn3-size-md vc_btn3-shape-rounded vc_btn3-style-flat vc_btn3-color-juicy-pink" title="Read more">Read more</a></div></div></div></div></div></div><div class="vc_clearfix"></div></div><div class="vc_grid-item vc_clearfix vc_col-sm-3 vc_grid-item-zone-c-bottom"><div class="vc_grid-item-mini vc_clearfix "><div class="vc_gitem-animated-block" ><div class="vc_gitem-zone vc_gitem-zone-a vc-gitem-zone-height-mode-auto vc-gitem-zone-height-mode-auto-1-1 vc_gitem-is-link" style="background-image: url('https://whky.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/05/Wittenburg-Access-Swim-Beach-Pic-052025.jpg') !important;"><a href="https://whky.com/alexander-county-swim-beach-to-open-memorial-day/" title="Alexander County Swim Beach To Open Memorial Day" class="vc_gitem-link vc-zone-link" ></a><img class="vc_gitem-zone-img" src="https://whky.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/05/Wittenburg-Access-Swim-Beach-Pic-052025.jpg" alt="Alexander County Swim Beach To Open Memorial Day" loading="lazy"><div class="vc_gitem-zone-mini"></div></div></div><div class="vc_gitem-zone vc_gitem-zone-c vc_custom_1419240516480"><div class="vc_gitem-zone-mini"><div class="vc_gitem_row vc_row vc_gitem-row-position-top"><div class="vc_col-sm-12 vc_gitem-col vc_gitem-col-align-"><div class="vc_custom_heading vc_gitem-post-data vc_gitem-post-data-source-post_title" ><h4 style="text-align: left" >Alexander County Swim Beach To Open Memorial Day</h4></div><div class="vc_custom_heading vc_gitem-post-data vc_gitem-post-data-source-post_excerpt" ><p style="text-align: left" ><p>The Wittenburg Access Swim Beach in Alexander County will open for the summer on Monday, May 26. The beach area will be open six days a week from 10:00 a.m.&hellip;</p> </p></div><div class="vc_btn3-container vc_btn3-left"><a class="vc_general vc_btn3 vc_btn3-size-md vc_btn3-shape-rounded vc_btn3-style-flat vc_btn3-color-juicy-pink" a href="https://whky.com/alexander-county-swim-beach-to-open-memorial-day/" class="vc_gitem-link vc_general vc_btn3 vc_general vc_btn3 vc_btn3-size-md vc_btn3-shape-rounded vc_btn3-style-flat vc_btn3-color-juicy-pink" title="Read more">Read more</a></div></div></div></div></div></div><div class="vc_clearfix"></div></div><div class="vc_grid-item vc_clearfix vc_col-sm-3 vc_grid-item-zone-c-bottom"><div class="vc_grid-item-mini vc_clearfix "><div class="vc_gitem-animated-block" ><div class="vc_gitem-zone vc_gitem-zone-a vc-gitem-zone-height-mode-auto vc-gitem-zone-height-mode-auto-1-1 vc_gitem-is-link" style="background-image: url('https://whky.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/05/NC-Governors-Highway-Safety-Program-052523.jpg') !important;"><a href="https://whky.com/memorial-day-click-it-or-ticket-campaign-underway-in-n-c/" title="Memorial Day &#8220;Click It Or Ticket&#8221; Campaign Underway In N.C." class="vc_gitem-link vc-zone-link" ></a><img class="vc_gitem-zone-img" src="https://whky.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/05/NC-Governors-Highway-Safety-Program-052523.jpg" alt="Memorial Day "Click It Or Ticket" Campaign Underway In N.C." loading="lazy"><div class="vc_gitem-zone-mini"></div></div></div><div class="vc_gitem-zone vc_gitem-zone-c vc_custom_1419240516480"><div class="vc_gitem-zone-mini"><div class="vc_gitem_row vc_row vc_gitem-row-position-top"><div class="vc_col-sm-12 vc_gitem-col vc_gitem-col-align-"><div class="vc_custom_heading vc_gitem-post-data vc_gitem-post-data-source-post_title" ><h4 style="text-align: left" >Memorial Day &#8220;Click It Or Ticket&#8221; Campaign Underway In N.C.</h4></div><div class="vc_custom_heading vc_gitem-post-data vc_gitem-post-data-source-post_excerpt" ><p style="text-align: left" ><p>The annual holiday weekend seatbelt enforcement program is underway in North Carolina. Local law enforcement agencies will be patrolling over the next two weeks to make sure drivers buckle up.&hellip;</p> </p></div><div class="vc_btn3-container vc_btn3-left"><a class="vc_general vc_btn3 vc_btn3-size-md vc_btn3-shape-rounded vc_btn3-style-flat vc_btn3-color-juicy-pink" a href="https://whky.com/memorial-day-click-it-or-ticket-campaign-underway-in-n-c/" class="vc_gitem-link vc_general vc_btn3 vc_general vc_btn3 vc_btn3-size-md vc_btn3-shape-rounded vc_btn3-style-flat vc_btn3-color-juicy-pink" title="Read more">Read more</a></div></div></div></div></div></div><div class="vc_clearfix"></div></div><div class="vc_grid-item vc_clearfix vc_col-sm-3 vc_grid-item-zone-c-bottom"><div class="vc_grid-item-mini vc_clearfix "><div class="vc_gitem-animated-block" ><div class="vc_gitem-zone vc_gitem-zone-a vc-gitem-zone-height-mode-auto vc-gitem-zone-height-mode-auto-1-1 vc_gitem-is-link" style="background-image: url('https://whky.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/11/Troutman-Police-Department-Badge-112921.jpg') !important;"><a href="https://whky.com/scam-warning-issued-by-law-enforcement-agency/" title="Scam Warning Issued By Law Enforcement Agency" class="vc_gitem-link vc-zone-link" ></a><img class="vc_gitem-zone-img" src="https://whky.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/11/Troutman-Police-Department-Badge-112921.jpg" alt="Scam Warning Issued By Law Enforcement Agency" loading="lazy"><div class="vc_gitem-zone-mini"></div></div></div><div class="vc_gitem-zone vc_gitem-zone-c vc_custom_1419240516480"><div class="vc_gitem-zone-mini"><div class="vc_gitem_row vc_row vc_gitem-row-position-top"><div class="vc_col-sm-12 vc_gitem-col vc_gitem-col-align-"><div class="vc_custom_heading vc_gitem-post-data vc_gitem-post-data-source-post_title" ><h4 style="text-align: left" >Scam Warning Issued By Law Enforcement Agency</h4></div><div class="vc_custom_heading vc_gitem-post-data vc_gitem-post-data-source-post_excerpt" ><p style="text-align: left" ><p>The Troutman Police Department has issued a scam warning. The scammers are reportedly attempting to make the victim pay a fine for missing jury duty. The fraudster is asking for&hellip;</p> </p></div><div class="vc_btn3-container vc_btn3-left"><a class="vc_general vc_btn3 vc_btn3-size-md vc_btn3-shape-rounded vc_btn3-style-flat vc_btn3-color-juicy-pink" a href="https://whky.com/scam-warning-issued-by-law-enforcement-agency/" class="vc_gitem-link vc_general vc_btn3 vc_general vc_btn3 vc_btn3-size-md vc_btn3-shape-rounded vc_btn3-style-flat vc_btn3-color-juicy-pink" title="Read more">Read more</a></div></div></div></div></div></div><div class="vc_clearfix"></div></div><div class="vc_grid-item vc_clearfix vc_col-sm-3 vc_grid-item-zone-c-bottom"><div class="vc_grid-item-mini vc_clearfix "><div class="vc_gitem-animated-block" ><div class="vc_gitem-zone vc_gitem-zone-a vc-gitem-zone-height-mode-auto vc-gitem-zone-height-mode-auto-1-1 vc_gitem-is-link" style="background-image: url('https://whky.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/09/Burke-County-Seal-093024.jpg') !important;"><a href="https://whky.com/extension-granted-in-case-involving-order-to-vacate/" title="Extension Granted in Case Involving Order to Vacate" class="vc_gitem-link vc-zone-link" ></a><img class="vc_gitem-zone-img" src="https://whky.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/09/Burke-County-Seal-093024.jpg" alt="Extension Granted in Case Involving Order to Vacate" loading="lazy"><div class="vc_gitem-zone-mini"></div></div></div><div class="vc_gitem-zone vc_gitem-zone-c vc_custom_1419240516480"><div class="vc_gitem-zone-mini"><div class="vc_gitem_row vc_row vc_gitem-row-position-top"><div class="vc_col-sm-12 vc_gitem-col vc_gitem-col-align-"><div class="vc_custom_heading vc_gitem-post-data vc_gitem-post-data-source-post_title" ><h4 style="text-align: left" >Extension Granted in Case Involving Order to Vacate</h4></div><div class="vc_custom_heading vc_gitem-post-data vc_gitem-post-data-source-post_excerpt" ><p style="text-align: left" ><p>The Burke County Board of Commissioners held a special meeting this morning (May 19) to hear from representatives of the Marshallese New Beginnings Church regarding their efforts to improve living&hellip;</p> </p></div><div class="vc_btn3-container vc_btn3-left"><a class="vc_general vc_btn3 vc_btn3-size-md vc_btn3-shape-rounded vc_btn3-style-flat vc_btn3-color-juicy-pink" a href="https://whky.com/extension-granted-in-case-involving-order-to-vacate/" class="vc_gitem-link vc_general vc_btn3 vc_general vc_btn3 vc_btn3-size-md vc_btn3-shape-rounded vc_btn3-style-flat vc_btn3-color-juicy-pink" title="Read more">Read more</a></div></div></div></div></div></div><div class="vc_clearfix"></div></div><div class="vc_grid-item vc_clearfix vc_col-sm-3 vc_grid-item-zone-c-bottom"><div class="vc_grid-item-mini vc_clearfix "><div class="vc_gitem-animated-block" ><div class="vc_gitem-zone vc_gitem-zone-a vc-gitem-zone-height-mode-auto vc-gitem-zone-height-mode-auto-1-1 vc_gitem-is-link" style="background-image: url('https://whky.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/05/Habitat-Homes-Under-Construction-051925-1024x715.jpg') !important;"><a href="https://whky.com/habitat-for-humanity-to-accept-applications-for-two-homes-for-sale/" title="Habitat for Humanity to Accept Applications for Two Homes for Sale" class="vc_gitem-link vc-zone-link" ></a><img class="vc_gitem-zone-img" src="https://whky.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/05/Habitat-Homes-Under-Construction-051925-1024x715.jpg" alt="Habitat for Humanity to Accept Applications for Two Homes for Sale" loading="lazy"><div class="vc_gitem-zone-mini"></div></div></div><div class="vc_gitem-zone vc_gitem-zone-c vc_custom_1419240516480"><div class="vc_gitem-zone-mini"><div class="vc_gitem_row vc_row vc_gitem-row-position-top"><div class="vc_col-sm-12 vc_gitem-col vc_gitem-col-align-"><div class="vc_custom_heading vc_gitem-post-data vc_gitem-post-data-source-post_title" ><h4 style="text-align: left" >Habitat for Humanity to Accept Applications for Two Homes for Sale</h4></div><div class="vc_custom_heading vc_gitem-post-data vc_gitem-post-data-source-post_excerpt" ><p style="text-align: left" ><p>Habitat for Humanity of Catawba Valley is selling two homes in Hickory&#8217;s Ridgeview neighborhood. The homes are under construction at the corner of 1st Street S.E. and 3rd Avenue S.E.&hellip;</p> </p></div><div class="vc_btn3-container vc_btn3-left"><a class="vc_general vc_btn3 vc_btn3-size-md vc_btn3-shape-rounded vc_btn3-style-flat vc_btn3-color-juicy-pink" a href="https://whky.com/habitat-for-humanity-to-accept-applications-for-two-homes-for-sale/" class="vc_gitem-link vc_general vc_btn3 vc_general vc_btn3 vc_btn3-size-md vc_btn3-shape-rounded vc_btn3-style-flat vc_btn3-color-juicy-pink" title="Read more">Read more</a></div></div></div></div></div></div><div class="vc_clearfix"></div></div><div class="vc_grid-item vc_clearfix vc_col-sm-3 vc_grid-item-zone-c-bottom"><div class="vc_grid-item-mini vc_clearfix "><div class="vc_gitem-animated-block" ><div class="vc_gitem-zone vc_gitem-zone-a vc-gitem-zone-height-mode-auto vc-gitem-zone-height-mode-auto-1-1 vc_gitem-is-link" style="background-image: url('https://whky.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/05/Chesterfield-Fire-Rescue-Badge-051925.jpg') !important;"><a href="https://whky.com/burke-fire-department-receives-grant/" title="Burke Fire Department Receives Grant" class="vc_gitem-link vc-zone-link" ></a><img class="vc_gitem-zone-img" src="https://whky.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/05/Chesterfield-Fire-Rescue-Badge-051925.jpg" alt="Burke Fire Department Receives Grant" loading="lazy"><div class="vc_gitem-zone-mini"></div></div></div><div class="vc_gitem-zone vc_gitem-zone-c vc_custom_1419240516480"><div class="vc_gitem-zone-mini"><div class="vc_gitem_row vc_row vc_gitem-row-position-top"><div class="vc_col-sm-12 vc_gitem-col vc_gitem-col-align-"><div class="vc_custom_heading vc_gitem-post-data vc_gitem-post-data-source-post_title" ><h4 style="text-align: left" >Burke Fire Department Receives Grant</h4></div><div class="vc_custom_heading vc_gitem-post-data vc_gitem-post-data-source-post_excerpt" ><p style="text-align: left" ><p>A Burke County rescue agency has received a grant. Chesterfield Fire Rescue announced the receipt of a grant through the 2025 Volunteer Fire Grant Fund from the State of North&hellip;</p> </p></div><div class="vc_btn3-container vc_btn3-left"><a class="vc_general vc_btn3 vc_btn3-size-md vc_btn3-shape-rounded vc_btn3-style-flat vc_btn3-color-juicy-pink" a href="https://whky.com/burke-fire-department-receives-grant/" class="vc_gitem-link vc_general vc_btn3 vc_general vc_btn3 vc_btn3-size-md vc_btn3-shape-rounded vc_btn3-style-flat vc_btn3-color-juicy-pink" title="Read more">Read more</a></div></div></div></div></div></div><div class="vc_clearfix"></div></div><div class="vc_grid-item vc_clearfix vc_col-sm-3 vc_grid-item-zone-c-bottom"><div class="vc_grid-item-mini vc_clearfix "><div class="vc_gitem-animated-block" ><div class="vc_gitem-zone vc_gitem-zone-a vc-gitem-zone-height-mode-auto vc-gitem-zone-height-mode-auto-1-1 vc_gitem-is-link" style="background-image: url('https://whky.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/11/NCDIT-Logo-112924.jpg') !important;"><a href="https://whky.com/n-c-governor-announces-investment-to-connect-homes-businesses-to-high-speed-internet/" title="N.C. Governor Announces Investment To Connect Homes &#038; Businesses To High Speed Internet" class="vc_gitem-link vc-zone-link" ></a><img class="vc_gitem-zone-img" src="https://whky.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/11/NCDIT-Logo-112924.jpg" alt="N.C. Governor Announces Investment To Connect Homes & Businesses To High Speed Internet" loading="lazy"><div class="vc_gitem-zone-mini"></div></div></div><div class="vc_gitem-zone vc_gitem-zone-c vc_custom_1419240516480"><div class="vc_gitem-zone-mini"><div class="vc_gitem_row vc_row vc_gitem-row-position-top"><div class="vc_col-sm-12 vc_gitem-col vc_gitem-col-align-"><div class="vc_custom_heading vc_gitem-post-data vc_gitem-post-data-source-post_title" ><h4 style="text-align: left" >N.C. Governor Announces Investment To Connect Homes &#038; Businesses To High Speed Internet</h4></div><div class="vc_custom_heading vc_gitem-post-data vc_gitem-post-data-source-post_excerpt" ><p style="text-align: left" ><p>Governor Josh Stein Friday (May 16) announced an investment of $48 million in Completing Access to Broadband (CAB) program projects to connect 14,514 households and businesses in 22 counties to&hellip;</p> </p></div><div class="vc_btn3-container vc_btn3-left"><a class="vc_general vc_btn3 vc_btn3-size-md vc_btn3-shape-rounded vc_btn3-style-flat vc_btn3-color-juicy-pink" a href="https://whky.com/n-c-governor-announces-investment-to-connect-homes-businesses-to-high-speed-internet/" class="vc_gitem-link vc_general vc_btn3 vc_general vc_btn3 vc_btn3-size-md vc_btn3-shape-rounded vc_btn3-style-flat vc_btn3-color-juicy-pink" title="Read more">Read more</a></div></div></div></div></div></div><div class="vc_clearfix"></div></div><div class="vc_grid-item vc_clearfix vc_col-sm-3 vc_grid-item-zone-c-bottom"><div class="vc_grid-item-mini vc_clearfix "><div class="vc_gitem-animated-block" ><div class="vc_gitem-zone vc_gitem-zone-a vc-gitem-zone-height-mode-auto vc-gitem-zone-height-mode-auto-1-1 vc_gitem-is-link" style="background-image: url('https://whky.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/01/NCDOJ-Seal-011122.jpg') !important;"><a href="https://whky.com/n-c-attorney-general-joins-others-in-opposing-attempt-to-prevent-states-from-implementing-enforcing-laws-against-ai-regulation/" title="N.C. Attorney General Joins Others In Opposing Attempt To Prevent States From Implementing &#038; Enforcing Laws Against AI Regulation" class="vc_gitem-link vc-zone-link" ></a><img class="vc_gitem-zone-img" src="https://whky.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/01/NCDOJ-Seal-011122.jpg" alt="N.C. Attorney General Joins Others In Opposing Attempt To Prevent States From Implementing & Enforcing Laws Against AI Regulation" loading="lazy"><div class="vc_gitem-zone-mini"></div></div></div><div class="vc_gitem-zone vc_gitem-zone-c vc_custom_1419240516480"><div class="vc_gitem-zone-mini"><div class="vc_gitem_row vc_row vc_gitem-row-position-top"><div class="vc_col-sm-12 vc_gitem-col vc_gitem-col-align-"><div class="vc_custom_heading vc_gitem-post-data vc_gitem-post-data-source-post_title" ><h4 style="text-align: left" >N.C. Attorney General Joins Others In Opposing Attempt To Prevent States From Implementing &#038; Enforcing Laws Against AI Regulation</h4></div><div class="vc_custom_heading vc_gitem-post-data vc_gitem-post-data-source-post_excerpt" ><p style="text-align: left" ><p>According to a news release from the North Carolina Department of Justice (NCDOJ) On Friday (May 16) North Carolina Attorney General Jeff Jackson joined 39 Republican and Democrat attorneys general&hellip;</p> </p></div><div class="vc_btn3-container vc_btn3-left"><a class="vc_general vc_btn3 vc_btn3-size-md vc_btn3-shape-rounded vc_btn3-style-flat vc_btn3-color-juicy-pink" a href="https://whky.com/n-c-attorney-general-joins-others-in-opposing-attempt-to-prevent-states-from-implementing-enforcing-laws-against-ai-regulation/" class="vc_gitem-link vc_general vc_btn3 vc_general vc_btn3 vc_btn3-size-md vc_btn3-shape-rounded vc_btn3-style-flat vc_btn3-color-juicy-pink" title="Read more">Read more</a></div></div></div></div></div></div><div class="vc_clearfix"></div></div><div class="vc_grid-item vc_clearfix vc_col-sm-3 vc_grid-item-zone-c-bottom"><div class="vc_grid-item-mini vc_clearfix "><div class="vc_gitem-animated-block" ><div class="vc_gitem-zone vc_gitem-zone-a vc-gitem-zone-height-mode-auto vc-gitem-zone-height-mode-auto-1-1 vc_gitem-is-link" style="background-image: url('https://whky.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/05/Used-Book-Sale-Caldwell-County-Library-051925.jpg') !important;"><a href="https://whky.com/used-book-sale-scheduled-at-caldwell-county-library/" title="Used Book Sale Scheduled At Caldwell County Library" class="vc_gitem-link vc-zone-link" ></a><img class="vc_gitem-zone-img" src="https://whky.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/05/Used-Book-Sale-Caldwell-County-Library-051925.jpg" alt="Used Book Sale Scheduled At Caldwell County Library" loading="lazy"><div class="vc_gitem-zone-mini"></div></div></div><div class="vc_gitem-zone vc_gitem-zone-c vc_custom_1419240516480"><div class="vc_gitem-zone-mini"><div class="vc_gitem_row vc_row vc_gitem-row-position-top"><div class="vc_col-sm-12 vc_gitem-col vc_gitem-col-align-"><div class="vc_custom_heading vc_gitem-post-data vc_gitem-post-data-source-post_title" ><h4 style="text-align: left" >Used Book Sale Scheduled At Caldwell County Library</h4></div><div class="vc_custom_heading vc_gitem-post-data vc_gitem-post-data-source-post_excerpt" ><p style="text-align: left" ><p>The Friends of the Caldwell County Public Library is holding a Used Book Sale on Saturday, June 7 from 9 a.m. to 12 p.m. downstairs in Meeting Room 1 at&hellip;</p> </p></div><div class="vc_btn3-container vc_btn3-left"><a class="vc_general vc_btn3 vc_btn3-size-md vc_btn3-shape-rounded vc_btn3-style-flat vc_btn3-color-juicy-pink" a href="https://whky.com/used-book-sale-scheduled-at-caldwell-county-library/" class="vc_gitem-link vc_general vc_btn3 vc_general vc_btn3 vc_btn3-size-md vc_btn3-shape-rounded vc_btn3-style-flat vc_btn3-color-juicy-pink" title="Read more">Read more</a></div></div></div></div></div></div><div class="vc_clearfix"></div></div><div class="vc_grid-item vc_clearfix vc_col-sm-3 vc_grid-item-zone-c-bottom"><div class="vc_grid-item-mini vc_clearfix "><div class="vc_gitem-animated-block" ><div class="vc_gitem-zone vc_gitem-zone-a vc-gitem-zone-height-mode-auto vc-gitem-zone-height-mode-auto-1-1 vc_gitem-is-link" style="background-image: url('https://whky.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/05/IMG_3904.jpeg') !important;"><a href="https://whky.com/wanted-man-taken-into-custody/" title="Wanted Man Taken Into Custody" class="vc_gitem-link vc-zone-link" ></a><img class="vc_gitem-zone-img" src="https://whky.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/05/IMG_3904.jpeg" alt="Wanted Man Taken Into Custody" loading="lazy"><div class="vc_gitem-zone-mini"></div></div></div><div class="vc_gitem-zone vc_gitem-zone-c vc_custom_1419240516480"><div class="vc_gitem-zone-mini"><div class="vc_gitem_row vc_row vc_gitem-row-position-top"><div class="vc_col-sm-12 vc_gitem-col vc_gitem-col-align-"><div class="vc_custom_heading vc_gitem-post-data vc_gitem-post-data-source-post_title" ><h4 style="text-align: left" >Wanted Man Taken Into Custody</h4></div><div class="vc_custom_heading vc_gitem-post-data vc_gitem-post-data-source-post_excerpt" ><p style="text-align: left" ><p>A wanted man is in custody in Catawba County. 45-year-old James Wallace Jernigan (a.k.a. “Milkbone”) of River Road in Hickory was arrested Friday (May 16) by Catawba County Sheriff’s Officers.&hellip;</p> </p></div><div class="vc_btn3-container vc_btn3-left"><a class="vc_general vc_btn3 vc_btn3-size-md vc_btn3-shape-rounded vc_btn3-style-flat vc_btn3-color-juicy-pink" a href="https://whky.com/wanted-man-taken-into-custody/" class="vc_gitem-link vc_general vc_btn3 vc_general vc_btn3 vc_btn3-size-md vc_btn3-shape-rounded vc_btn3-style-flat vc_btn3-color-juicy-pink" title="Read more">Read more</a></div></div></div></div></div></div><div class="vc_clearfix"></div></div><div class="vc_grid-item vc_clearfix vc_col-sm-3 vc_grid-item-zone-c-bottom"><div class="vc_grid-item-mini vc_clearfix "><div class="vc_gitem-animated-block" ><div class="vc_gitem-zone vc_gitem-zone-a vc-gitem-zone-height-mode-auto vc-gitem-zone-height-mode-auto-1-1 vc_gitem-is-link" style="background-image: url('https://whky.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/05/IMG_3895.webp') !important;"><a href="https://whky.com/road-closure-scheduled-in-alexander-county/" title="Road Closure Scheduled In Alexander County" class="vc_gitem-link vc-zone-link" ></a><img class="vc_gitem-zone-img" src="https://whky.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/05/IMG_3895.webp" alt="Road Closure Scheduled In Alexander County" loading="lazy"><div class="vc_gitem-zone-mini"></div></div></div><div class="vc_gitem-zone vc_gitem-zone-c vc_custom_1419240516480"><div class="vc_gitem-zone-mini"><div class="vc_gitem_row vc_row vc_gitem-row-position-top"><div class="vc_col-sm-12 vc_gitem-col vc_gitem-col-align-"><div class="vc_custom_heading vc_gitem-post-data vc_gitem-post-data-source-post_title" ><h4 style="text-align: left" >Road Closure Scheduled In Alexander County</h4></div><div class="vc_custom_heading vc_gitem-post-data vc_gitem-post-data-source-post_excerpt" ><p style="text-align: left" ><p>N.C. Department of Transportation maintenance crews will close a section of Marsh Road northeast of Taylorsville next week, weather permitting. The closure will be in place Monday morning  (May 19)&hellip;</p> </p></div><div class="vc_btn3-container vc_btn3-left"><a class="vc_general vc_btn3 vc_btn3-size-md vc_btn3-shape-rounded vc_btn3-style-flat vc_btn3-color-juicy-pink" a href="https://whky.com/road-closure-scheduled-in-alexander-county/" class="vc_gitem-link vc_general vc_btn3 vc_general vc_btn3 vc_btn3-size-md vc_btn3-shape-rounded vc_btn3-style-flat vc_btn3-color-juicy-pink" title="Read more">Read more</a></div></div></div></div></div></div><div class="vc_clearfix"></div></div><div class="vc_grid-item vc_clearfix vc_col-sm-3 vc_grid-item-zone-c-bottom"><div class="vc_grid-item-mini vc_clearfix "><div class="vc_gitem-animated-block" ><div class="vc_gitem-zone vc_gitem-zone-a vc-gitem-zone-height-mode-auto vc-gitem-zone-height-mode-auto-1-1 vc_gitem-is-link" style="background-image: url('https://whky.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/05/Chonic-Wasting-Disease-graphic-051625.jpg') !important;"><a href="https://whky.com/two-area-counties-among-those-listed-as-secondary-surveillance-areas-for-chronic-wasting-disease/" title="Two Area Counties Among those Listed as Secondary Surveillance Areas for Chronic Wasting Disease" class="vc_gitem-link vc-zone-link" ></a><img class="vc_gitem-zone-img" src="https://whky.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/05/Chonic-Wasting-Disease-graphic-051625.jpg" alt="Two Area Counties Among those Listed as Secondary Surveillance Areas for Chronic Wasting Disease" loading="lazy"><div class="vc_gitem-zone-mini"></div></div></div><div class="vc_gitem-zone vc_gitem-zone-c vc_custom_1419240516480"><div class="vc_gitem-zone-mini"><div class="vc_gitem_row vc_row vc_gitem-row-position-top"><div class="vc_col-sm-12 vc_gitem-col vc_gitem-col-align-"><div class="vc_custom_heading vc_gitem-post-data vc_gitem-post-data-source-post_title" ><h4 style="text-align: left" >Two Area Counties Among those Listed as Secondary Surveillance Areas for Chronic Wasting Disease</h4></div><div class="vc_custom_heading vc_gitem-post-data vc_gitem-post-data-source-post_excerpt" ><p style="text-align: left" ><p>The N.C. Wildlife Resources Commission has affirmed Chronic Wasting Disease primary and secondary surveillance areas for North Carolina’s 2025-26 deer hunting season, effective today (May 16). The proclamation, signed by&hellip;</p> </p></div><div class="vc_btn3-container vc_btn3-left"><a class="vc_general vc_btn3 vc_btn3-size-md vc_btn3-shape-rounded vc_btn3-style-flat vc_btn3-color-juicy-pink" a href="https://whky.com/two-area-counties-among-those-listed-as-secondary-surveillance-areas-for-chronic-wasting-disease/" class="vc_gitem-link vc_general vc_btn3 vc_general vc_btn3 vc_btn3-size-md vc_btn3-shape-rounded vc_btn3-style-flat vc_btn3-color-juicy-pink" title="Read more">Read more</a></div></div></div></div></div></div><div class="vc_clearfix"></div></div><div class="vc_grid-item vc_clearfix vc_col-sm-3 vc_grid-item-zone-c-bottom"><div class="vc_grid-item-mini vc_clearfix "><div class="vc_gitem-animated-block" ><div class="vc_gitem-zone vc_gitem-zone-a vc-gitem-zone-height-mode-auto vc-gitem-zone-height-mode-auto-1-1 vc_gitem-is-link" style="background-image: url('https://whky.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/05/Midkiff_1280x720-2048x1250-1-1024x625.jpg') !important;"><a href="https://whky.com/mozart-and-the-mandolin-presented-by-western-piedmont-symphony-on-may-17/" title="Mozart and The Mandolin Presented by Western Piedmont Symphony on May 17" class="vc_gitem-link vc-zone-link" ></a><img class="vc_gitem-zone-img" src="https://whky.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/05/Midkiff_1280x720-2048x1250-1-1024x625.jpg" alt="Mozart and The Mandolin Presented by Western Piedmont Symphony on May 17" loading="lazy"><div class="vc_gitem-zone-mini"></div></div></div><div class="vc_gitem-zone vc_gitem-zone-c vc_custom_1419240516480"><div class="vc_gitem-zone-mini"><div class="vc_gitem_row vc_row vc_gitem-row-position-top"><div class="vc_col-sm-12 vc_gitem-col vc_gitem-col-align-"><div class="vc_custom_heading vc_gitem-post-data vc_gitem-post-data-source-post_title" ><h4 style="text-align: left" >Mozart and The Mandolin Presented by Western Piedmont Symphony on May 17</h4></div><div class="vc_custom_heading vc_gitem-post-data vc_gitem-post-data-source-post_excerpt" ><p style="text-align: left" ><p>Western Piedmont Symphony (WPS), the professional orchestra of the western foothills of North Carolina, presents MASTERWORKS: SYMPHONY SWINGS on Saturday, May 17, featuring guest artist Jeff Midkiff, composer and mandolinist,”&hellip;</p> </p></div><div class="vc_btn3-container vc_btn3-left"><a class="vc_general vc_btn3 vc_btn3-size-md vc_btn3-shape-rounded vc_btn3-style-flat vc_btn3-color-juicy-pink" a href="https://whky.com/mozart-and-the-mandolin-presented-by-western-piedmont-symphony-on-may-17/" class="vc_gitem-link vc_general vc_btn3 vc_general vc_btn3 vc_btn3-size-md vc_btn3-shape-rounded vc_btn3-style-flat vc_btn3-color-juicy-pink" title="Read more">Read more</a></div></div></div></div></div></div><div class="vc_clearfix"></div></div><div class="vc_grid-item vc_clearfix vc_col-sm-3 vc_grid-item-zone-c-bottom"><div class="vc_grid-item-mini vc_clearfix "><div class="vc_gitem-animated-block" ><div class="vc_gitem-zone vc_gitem-zone-a vc-gitem-zone-height-mode-auto vc-gitem-zone-height-mode-auto-1-1 vc_gitem-is-link" style="background-image: url('https://whky.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/05/Jernigan-and-Carroll-combo-051525.jpg') !important;"><a href="https://whky.com/teenager-sought-by-authorities-found-suspect-in-armed-robbery-still-on-loose/" title="Teenager Sought By Authorities Found, Suspect In Armed Robbery Still On Loose" class="vc_gitem-link vc-zone-link" ></a><img class="vc_gitem-zone-img" src="https://whky.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/05/Jernigan-and-Carroll-combo-051525.jpg" alt="Teenager Sought By Authorities Found, Suspect In Armed Robbery Still On Loose" loading="lazy"><div class="vc_gitem-zone-mini"></div></div></div><div class="vc_gitem-zone vc_gitem-zone-c vc_custom_1419240516480"><div class="vc_gitem-zone-mini"><div class="vc_gitem_row vc_row vc_gitem-row-position-top"><div class="vc_col-sm-12 vc_gitem-col vc_gitem-col-align-"><div class="vc_custom_heading vc_gitem-post-data vc_gitem-post-data-source-post_title" ><h4 style="text-align: left" >Teenager Sought By Authorities Found, Suspect In Armed Robbery Still On Loose</h4></div><div class="vc_custom_heading vc_gitem-post-data vc_gitem-post-data-source-post_excerpt" ><p style="text-align: left" ><p>A teenager who was being sought by authorities has been found. WHKY previously reported on this incident, which involved a reported armed robbery. 15-year-old Hope Carroll was found at a&hellip;</p> </p></div><div class="vc_btn3-container vc_btn3-left"><a class="vc_general vc_btn3 vc_btn3-size-md vc_btn3-shape-rounded vc_btn3-style-flat vc_btn3-color-juicy-pink" a href="https://whky.com/teenager-sought-by-authorities-found-suspect-in-armed-robbery-still-on-loose/" class="vc_gitem-link vc_general vc_btn3 vc_general vc_btn3 vc_btn3-size-md vc_btn3-shape-rounded vc_btn3-style-flat vc_btn3-color-juicy-pink" title="Read more">Read more</a></div></div></div></div></div></div><div class="vc_clearfix"></div></div><div class="vc_grid-item vc_clearfix vc_col-sm-3 vc_grid-item-zone-c-bottom"><div class="vc_grid-item-mini vc_clearfix "><div class="vc_gitem-animated-block" ><div class="vc_gitem-zone vc_gitem-zone-a vc-gitem-zone-height-mode-auto vc-gitem-zone-height-mode-auto-1-1 vc_gitem-is-link" style="background-image: url('https://whky.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/09/Highway-Patrol-Patch-091222.jpg') !important;"><a href="https://whky.com/man-killed-in-early-morning-crash/" title="Man Killed In Early Morning Crash" class="vc_gitem-link vc-zone-link" ></a><img class="vc_gitem-zone-img" src="https://whky.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/09/Highway-Patrol-Patch-091222.jpg" alt="Man Killed In Early Morning Crash" loading="lazy"><div class="vc_gitem-zone-mini"></div></div></div><div class="vc_gitem-zone vc_gitem-zone-c vc_custom_1419240516480"><div class="vc_gitem-zone-mini"><div class="vc_gitem_row vc_row vc_gitem-row-position-top"><div class="vc_col-sm-12 vc_gitem-col vc_gitem-col-align-"><div class="vc_custom_heading vc_gitem-post-data vc_gitem-post-data-source-post_title" ><h4 style="text-align: left" >Man Killed In Early Morning Crash</h4></div><div class="vc_custom_heading vc_gitem-post-data vc_gitem-post-data-source-post_excerpt" ><p style="text-align: left" ><p>A Utah man was killed in a crash this morning (May 16) in Iredell County. The deceased is 31-year-old Eric Anthony Pompa of Layton, Utah. At approximately 2:00 a.m. today,&hellip;</p> </p></div><div class="vc_btn3-container vc_btn3-left"><a class="vc_general vc_btn3 vc_btn3-size-md vc_btn3-shape-rounded vc_btn3-style-flat vc_btn3-color-juicy-pink" a href="https://whky.com/man-killed-in-early-morning-crash/" class="vc_gitem-link vc_general vc_btn3 vc_general vc_btn3 vc_btn3-size-md vc_btn3-shape-rounded vc_btn3-style-flat vc_btn3-color-juicy-pink" title="Read more">Read more</a></div></div></div></div></div></div><div class="vc_clearfix"></div></div><div class="vc_grid-item vc_clearfix vc_col-sm-3 vc_grid-item-zone-c-bottom"><div class="vc_grid-item-mini vc_clearfix "><div class="vc_gitem-animated-block" ><div class="vc_gitem-zone vc_gitem-zone-a vc-gitem-zone-height-mode-auto vc-gitem-zone-height-mode-auto-1-1 vc_gitem-is-link" style="background-image: url('https://whky.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/10/NCDOI-Logo-100724.jpg') !important;"><a href="https://whky.com/state-officials-charge-two-iredell-county-residents-for-allegedly-staging-accident/" title="State Officials Charge Two Iredell County Residents For Allegedly Staging Accident" class="vc_gitem-link vc-zone-link" ></a><img class="vc_gitem-zone-img" src="https://whky.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/10/NCDOI-Logo-100724.jpg" alt="State Officials Charge Two Iredell County Residents For Allegedly Staging Accident" loading="lazy"><div class="vc_gitem-zone-mini"></div></div></div><div class="vc_gitem-zone vc_gitem-zone-c vc_custom_1419240516480"><div class="vc_gitem-zone-mini"><div class="vc_gitem_row vc_row vc_gitem-row-position-top"><div class="vc_col-sm-12 vc_gitem-col vc_gitem-col-align-"><div class="vc_custom_heading vc_gitem-post-data vc_gitem-post-data-source-post_title" ><h4 style="text-align: left" >State Officials Charge Two Iredell County Residents For Allegedly Staging Accident</h4></div><div class="vc_custom_heading vc_gitem-post-data vc_gitem-post-data-source-post_excerpt" ><p style="text-align: left" ><p>North Carolina Insurance Commissioner Mike Causey has announced the arrests of 30-year-old Alyssa Cheyenne Woolledge of Troutman, and 43-year-old Michael Anthony Brown of Mooresville. Woolledge is charged with one count&hellip;</p> </p></div><div class="vc_btn3-container vc_btn3-left"><a class="vc_general vc_btn3 vc_btn3-size-md vc_btn3-shape-rounded vc_btn3-style-flat vc_btn3-color-juicy-pink" a href="https://whky.com/state-officials-charge-two-iredell-county-residents-for-allegedly-staging-accident/" class="vc_gitem-link vc_general vc_btn3 vc_general vc_btn3 vc_btn3-size-md vc_btn3-shape-rounded vc_btn3-style-flat vc_btn3-color-juicy-pink" title="Read more">Read more</a></div></div></div></div></div></div><div class="vc_clearfix"></div></div><div class="vc_grid-item vc_clearfix vc_col-sm-3 vc_grid-item-zone-c-bottom"><div class="vc_grid-item-mini vc_clearfix "><div class="vc_gitem-animated-block" ><div class="vc_gitem-zone vc_gitem-zone-a vc-gitem-zone-height-mode-auto vc-gitem-zone-height-mode-auto-1-1 vc_gitem-is-link" style="background-image: url('https://whky.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/05/Alexander-County-Sheriffs-Scam-Alert-051625.jpg') !important;"><a href="https://whky.com/alexander-county-sheriffs-office-issues-scam-warning/" title="Alexander County Sheriff&#8217;s Office Issues Scam Warning" class="vc_gitem-link vc-zone-link" ></a><img class="vc_gitem-zone-img" src="https://whky.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/05/Alexander-County-Sheriffs-Scam-Alert-051625.jpg" alt="Alexander County Sheriff's Office Issues Scam Warning" loading="lazy"><div class="vc_gitem-zone-mini"></div></div></div><div class="vc_gitem-zone vc_gitem-zone-c vc_custom_1419240516480"><div class="vc_gitem-zone-mini"><div class="vc_gitem_row vc_row vc_gitem-row-position-top"><div class="vc_col-sm-12 vc_gitem-col vc_gitem-col-align-"><div class="vc_custom_heading vc_gitem-post-data vc_gitem-post-data-source-post_title" ><h4 style="text-align: left" >Alexander County Sheriff&#8217;s Office Issues Scam Warning</h4></div><div class="vc_custom_heading vc_gitem-post-data vc_gitem-post-data-source-post_excerpt" ><p style="text-align: left" ><p>According to a news release from the Alexander County Sheriff’s Office, over the past few weeks, the department has seen an increase in fraudulent calls where scammers are impersonating law&hellip;</p> </p></div><div class="vc_btn3-container vc_btn3-left"><a class="vc_general vc_btn3 vc_btn3-size-md vc_btn3-shape-rounded vc_btn3-style-flat vc_btn3-color-juicy-pink" a href="https://whky.com/alexander-county-sheriffs-office-issues-scam-warning/" class="vc_gitem-link vc_general vc_btn3 vc_general vc_btn3 vc_btn3-size-md vc_btn3-shape-rounded vc_btn3-style-flat vc_btn3-color-juicy-pink" title="Read more">Read more</a></div></div></div></div></div></div><div class="vc_clearfix"></div></div><div class="vc_grid-item vc_clearfix vc_col-sm-3 vc_grid-item-zone-c-bottom"><div class="vc_grid-item-mini vc_clearfix "><div class="vc_gitem-animated-block" ><div class="vc_gitem-zone vc_gitem-zone-a vc-gitem-zone-height-mode-auto vc-gitem-zone-height-mode-auto-1-1 vc_gitem-is-link" style="background-image: url('https://whky.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/05/Sun-Bucks-Pic-050625.jpg') !important;"><a href="https://whky.com/121-million-in-ncdhhs-sun-bucks-funding-distributed/" title="$121 Million In NCDHHS Sun Bucks Funding Distributed" class="vc_gitem-link vc-zone-link" ></a><img class="vc_gitem-zone-img" src="https://whky.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/05/Sun-Bucks-Pic-050625.jpg" alt="$121 Million In NCDHHS Sun Bucks Funding Distributed" loading="lazy"><div class="vc_gitem-zone-mini"></div></div></div><div class="vc_gitem-zone vc_gitem-zone-c vc_custom_1419240516480"><div class="vc_gitem-zone-mini"><div class="vc_gitem_row vc_row vc_gitem-row-position-top"><div class="vc_col-sm-12 vc_gitem-col vc_gitem-col-align-"><div class="vc_custom_heading vc_gitem-post-data vc_gitem-post-data-source-post_title" ><h4 style="text-align: left" >$121 Million In NCDHHS Sun Bucks Funding Distributed</h4></div><div class="vc_custom_heading vc_gitem-post-data vc_gitem-post-data-source-post_excerpt" ><p style="text-align: left" ><p>The North Carolina Department of Health and Human Services has announced the first round of SUN Bucks benefits for summer 2025 has successfully reached more than one million children, with&hellip;</p> </p></div><div class="vc_btn3-container vc_btn3-left"><a class="vc_general vc_btn3 vc_btn3-size-md vc_btn3-shape-rounded vc_btn3-style-flat vc_btn3-color-juicy-pink" a href="https://whky.com/121-million-in-ncdhhs-sun-bucks-funding-distributed/" class="vc_gitem-link vc_general vc_btn3 vc_general vc_btn3 vc_btn3-size-md vc_btn3-shape-rounded vc_btn3-style-flat vc_btn3-color-juicy-pink" title="Read more">Read more</a></div></div></div></div></div></div><div class="vc_clearfix"></div></div><div class="vc_grid-item vc_clearfix vc_col-sm-3 vc_grid-item-zone-c-bottom"><div class="vc_grid-item-mini vc_clearfix "><div class="vc_gitem-animated-block" ><div class="vc_gitem-zone vc_gitem-zone-a vc-gitem-zone-height-mode-auto vc-gitem-zone-height-mode-auto-1-1 vc_gitem-is-link" style="background-image: url('https://whky.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/05/Jernigan-and-Carroll-combo-051525.jpg') !important;"><a href="https://whky.com/sheriffs-office-seeks-robbery-suspect-15-year-old-girl/" title="Sheriff&#8217;s Office Seeks Robbery Suspect &#038; 15-Year-Old Girl" class="vc_gitem-link vc-zone-link" ></a><img class="vc_gitem-zone-img" src="https://whky.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/05/Jernigan-and-Carroll-combo-051525.jpg" alt="Sheriff's Office Seeks Robbery Suspect & 15-Year-Old Girl" loading="lazy"><div class="vc_gitem-zone-mini"></div></div></div><div class="vc_gitem-zone vc_gitem-zone-c vc_custom_1419240516480"><div class="vc_gitem-zone-mini"><div class="vc_gitem_row vc_row vc_gitem-row-position-top"><div class="vc_col-sm-12 vc_gitem-col vc_gitem-col-align-"><div class="vc_custom_heading vc_gitem-post-data vc_gitem-post-data-source-post_title" ><h4 style="text-align: left" >Sheriff&#8217;s Office Seeks Robbery Suspect &#038; 15-Year-Old Girl</h4></div><div class="vc_custom_heading vc_gitem-post-data vc_gitem-post-data-source-post_excerpt" ><p style="text-align: left" ><p>On Thursday, May 15, Deputies and Investigators with the Catawba County Sheriff’s Office initiated an investigation into reports of an armed robbery. The investigation led Officers to a town-home in&hellip;</p> </p></div><div class="vc_btn3-container vc_btn3-left"><a class="vc_general vc_btn3 vc_btn3-size-md vc_btn3-shape-rounded vc_btn3-style-flat vc_btn3-color-juicy-pink" a href="https://whky.com/sheriffs-office-seeks-robbery-suspect-15-year-old-girl/" class="vc_gitem-link vc_general vc_btn3 vc_general vc_btn3 vc_btn3-size-md vc_btn3-shape-rounded vc_btn3-style-flat vc_btn3-color-juicy-pink" title="Read more">Read more</a></div></div></div></div></div></div><div class="vc_clearfix"></div></div><div class="vc_grid-item vc_clearfix vc_col-sm-3 vc_grid-item-zone-c-bottom"><div class="vc_grid-item-mini vc_clearfix "><div class="vc_gitem-animated-block" ><div class="vc_gitem-zone vc_gitem-zone-a vc-gitem-zone-height-mode-auto vc-gitem-zone-height-mode-auto-1-1 vc_gitem-is-link" style="background-image: url('https://whky.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/09/Burke-County-Seal-093024.jpg') !important;"><a href="https://whky.com/burke-commissioners-to-hold-special-meeting-may-19/" title="Burke Commissioners to Hold Special Meeting May 19" class="vc_gitem-link vc-zone-link" ></a><img class="vc_gitem-zone-img" src="https://whky.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/09/Burke-County-Seal-093024.jpg" alt="Burke Commissioners to Hold Special Meeting May 19" loading="lazy"><div class="vc_gitem-zone-mini"></div></div></div><div class="vc_gitem-zone vc_gitem-zone-c vc_custom_1419240516480"><div class="vc_gitem-zone-mini"><div class="vc_gitem_row vc_row vc_gitem-row-position-top"><div class="vc_col-sm-12 vc_gitem-col vc_gitem-col-align-"><div class="vc_custom_heading vc_gitem-post-data vc_gitem-post-data-source-post_title" ><h4 style="text-align: left" >Burke Commissioners to Hold Special Meeting May 19</h4></div><div class="vc_custom_heading vc_gitem-post-data vc_gitem-post-data-source-post_excerpt" ><p style="text-align: left" ><p>The Burke County Board of Commissioners will hold a special meeting on Monday, May 19, at 9 a.m. in the Commissioners’ Meeting Room, 110 North Green Street in Morganton. The&hellip;</p> </p></div><div class="vc_btn3-container vc_btn3-left"><a class="vc_general vc_btn3 vc_btn3-size-md vc_btn3-shape-rounded vc_btn3-style-flat vc_btn3-color-juicy-pink" a href="https://whky.com/burke-commissioners-to-hold-special-meeting-may-19/" class="vc_gitem-link vc_general vc_btn3 vc_general vc_btn3 vc_btn3-size-md vc_btn3-shape-rounded vc_btn3-style-flat vc_btn3-color-juicy-pink" title="Read more">Read more</a></div></div></div></div></div></div><div class="vc_clearfix"></div></div><div class="vc_grid-item vc_clearfix vc_col-sm-3 vc_grid-item-zone-c-bottom"><div class="vc_grid-item-mini vc_clearfix "><div class="vc_gitem-animated-block" ><div class="vc_gitem-zone vc_gitem-zone-a vc-gitem-zone-height-mode-auto vc-gitem-zone-height-mode-auto-1-1 vc_gitem-is-link" style="background-image: url('https://whky.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/01/Catawba-County-logo-no-text-013125.jpg') !important;"><a href="https://whky.com/catawba-county-commissioners-to-hold-two-special-meetings-next-week/" title="Catawba County Commissioners to Hold Two Special Meetings Next Week" class="vc_gitem-link vc-zone-link" ></a><img class="vc_gitem-zone-img" src="https://whky.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/01/Catawba-County-logo-no-text-013125.jpg" alt="Catawba County Commissioners to Hold Two Special Meetings Next Week" loading="lazy"><div class="vc_gitem-zone-mini"></div></div></div><div class="vc_gitem-zone vc_gitem-zone-c vc_custom_1419240516480"><div class="vc_gitem-zone-mini"><div class="vc_gitem_row vc_row vc_gitem-row-position-top"><div class="vc_col-sm-12 vc_gitem-col vc_gitem-col-align-"><div class="vc_custom_heading vc_gitem-post-data vc_gitem-post-data-source-post_title" ><h4 style="text-align: left" >Catawba County Commissioners to Hold Two Special Meetings Next Week</h4></div><div class="vc_custom_heading vc_gitem-post-data vc_gitem-post-data-source-post_excerpt" ><p style="text-align: left" ><p>A special meeting of the Catawba County Board of Commissioners will be held at 8 a.m. next Wednesday, May 21, in the Board of Commissioners Meeting Room on the second&hellip;</p> </p></div><div class="vc_btn3-container vc_btn3-left"><a class="vc_general vc_btn3 vc_btn3-size-md vc_btn3-shape-rounded vc_btn3-style-flat vc_btn3-color-juicy-pink" a href="https://whky.com/catawba-county-commissioners-to-hold-two-special-meetings-next-week/" class="vc_gitem-link vc_general vc_btn3 vc_general vc_btn3 vc_btn3-size-md vc_btn3-shape-rounded vc_btn3-style-flat vc_btn3-color-juicy-pink" title="Read more">Read more</a></div></div></div></div></div></div><div class="vc_clearfix"></div></div><div class="vc_grid-item vc_clearfix vc_col-sm-3 vc_grid-item-zone-c-bottom"><div class="vc_grid-item-mini vc_clearfix "><div class="vc_gitem-animated-block" ><div class="vc_gitem-zone vc_gitem-zone-a vc-gitem-zone-height-mode-auto vc-gitem-zone-height-mode-auto-1-1 vc_gitem-is-link" style="background-image: url('https://whky.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/09/Hickory-PD-New-Patch-2018-011118.jpg') !important;"><a href="https://whky.com/more-info-released-in-collision-involving-two-pedestrians-in-viewmont/" title="More Info Released in Collision Involving Two Pedestrians in Viewmont" class="vc_gitem-link vc-zone-link" ></a><img class="vc_gitem-zone-img" src="https://whky.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/09/Hickory-PD-New-Patch-2018-011118.jpg" alt="More Info Released in Collision Involving Two Pedestrians in Viewmont" loading="lazy"><div class="vc_gitem-zone-mini"></div></div></div><div class="vc_gitem-zone vc_gitem-zone-c vc_custom_1419240516480"><div class="vc_gitem-zone-mini"><div class="vc_gitem_row vc_row vc_gitem-row-position-top"><div class="vc_col-sm-12 vc_gitem-col vc_gitem-col-align-"><div class="vc_custom_heading vc_gitem-post-data vc_gitem-post-data-source-post_title" ><h4 style="text-align: left" >More Info Released in Collision Involving Two Pedestrians in Viewmont</h4></div><div class="vc_custom_heading vc_gitem-post-data vc_gitem-post-data-source-post_excerpt" ><p style="text-align: left" ><p>Hickory Police have released more information in connection with an incident yesterday (May 14) in which two pedestrians were struck by a vehicle. The accident occurred at about 2:30 p.m.&hellip;</p> </p></div><div class="vc_btn3-container vc_btn3-left"><a class="vc_general vc_btn3 vc_btn3-size-md vc_btn3-shape-rounded vc_btn3-style-flat vc_btn3-color-juicy-pink" a href="https://whky.com/more-info-released-in-collision-involving-two-pedestrians-in-viewmont/" class="vc_gitem-link vc_general vc_btn3 vc_general vc_btn3 vc_btn3-size-md vc_btn3-shape-rounded vc_btn3-style-flat vc_btn3-color-juicy-pink" title="Read more">Read more</a></div></div></div></div></div></div><div class="vc_clearfix"></div></div><div class="vc_grid-item vc_clearfix vc_col-sm-3 vc_grid-item-zone-c-bottom"><div class="vc_grid-item-mini vc_clearfix "><div class="vc_gitem-animated-block" ><div class="vc_gitem-zone vc_gitem-zone-a vc-gitem-zone-height-mode-auto vc-gitem-zone-height-mode-auto-1-1 vc_gitem-is-link" style="background-image: url('https://whky.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/02/HIckory-Fire-Dept-patch-022421.jpg') !important;"><a href="https://whky.com/firefighters-rescue-occupant-during-hickory-apartment-fire/" title="Firefighters Rescue Occupant During Hickory Apartment Fire" class="vc_gitem-link vc-zone-link" ></a><img class="vc_gitem-zone-img" src="https://whky.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/02/HIckory-Fire-Dept-patch-022421.jpg" alt="Firefighters Rescue Occupant During Hickory Apartment Fire" loading="lazy"><div class="vc_gitem-zone-mini"></div></div></div><div class="vc_gitem-zone vc_gitem-zone-c vc_custom_1419240516480"><div class="vc_gitem-zone-mini"><div class="vc_gitem_row vc_row vc_gitem-row-position-top"><div class="vc_col-sm-12 vc_gitem-col vc_gitem-col-align-"><div class="vc_custom_heading vc_gitem-post-data vc_gitem-post-data-source-post_title" ><h4 style="text-align: left" >Firefighters Rescue Occupant During Hickory Apartment Fire</h4></div><div class="vc_custom_heading vc_gitem-post-data vc_gitem-post-data-source-post_excerpt" ><p style="text-align: left" ><p>An occupant was rescued during a fire that caused damage at a Hickory apartment complex. Shortly before 9:30 a.m. Wednesday (May 14), Hickory firefighters were dispatched to a structure fire&hellip;</p> </p></div><div class="vc_btn3-container vc_btn3-left"><a class="vc_general vc_btn3 vc_btn3-size-md vc_btn3-shape-rounded vc_btn3-style-flat vc_btn3-color-juicy-pink" a href="https://whky.com/firefighters-rescue-occupant-during-hickory-apartment-fire/" class="vc_gitem-link vc_general vc_btn3 vc_general vc_btn3 vc_btn3-size-md vc_btn3-shape-rounded vc_btn3-style-flat vc_btn3-color-juicy-pink" title="Read more">Read more</a></div></div></div></div></div></div><div class="vc_clearfix"></div></div><div class="vc_grid-item vc_clearfix vc_col-sm-3 vc_grid-item-zone-c-bottom"><div class="vc_grid-item-mini vc_clearfix "><div class="vc_gitem-animated-block" ><div class="vc_gitem-zone vc_gitem-zone-a vc-gitem-zone-height-mode-auto vc-gitem-zone-height-mode-auto-1-1 vc_gitem-is-link" style="background-image: url('https://whky.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/05/Transportation-Commerce-Tax-Pic-Three-051525.jpg') !important;"><a href="https://whky.com/transportation-commerce-tax-to-be-implemented-by-n-c-dept-of-revenue/" title="Transportation Commerce Tax To Be Implemented By N.C. Dept. Of Revenue" class="vc_gitem-link vc-zone-link" ></a><img class="vc_gitem-zone-img" src="https://whky.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/05/Transportation-Commerce-Tax-Pic-Three-051525.jpg" alt="Transportation Commerce Tax To Be Implemented By N.C. Dept. Of Revenue" loading="lazy"><div class="vc_gitem-zone-mini"></div></div></div><div class="vc_gitem-zone vc_gitem-zone-c vc_custom_1419240516480"><div class="vc_gitem-zone-mini"><div class="vc_gitem_row vc_row vc_gitem-row-position-top"><div class="vc_col-sm-12 vc_gitem-col vc_gitem-col-align-"><div class="vc_custom_heading vc_gitem-post-data vc_gitem-post-data-source-post_title" ><h4 style="text-align: left" >Transportation Commerce Tax To Be Implemented By N.C. Dept. Of Revenue</h4></div><div class="vc_custom_heading vc_gitem-post-data vc_gitem-post-data-source-post_excerpt" ><p style="text-align: left" ><p>The N.C. Department of Revenue (NCDOR) will begin administering the new Transportation Commerce Tax later this year. The tax will apply to ride services provided by taxis and transportation network&hellip;</p> </p></div><div class="vc_btn3-container vc_btn3-left"><a class="vc_general vc_btn3 vc_btn3-size-md vc_btn3-shape-rounded vc_btn3-style-flat vc_btn3-color-juicy-pink" a href="https://whky.com/transportation-commerce-tax-to-be-implemented-by-n-c-dept-of-revenue/" class="vc_gitem-link vc_general vc_btn3 vc_general vc_btn3 vc_btn3-size-md vc_btn3-shape-rounded vc_btn3-style-flat vc_btn3-color-juicy-pink" title="Read more">Read more</a></div></div></div></div></div></div><div class="vc_clearfix"></div></div><div class="vc_grid-item vc_clearfix vc_col-sm-3 vc_grid-item-zone-c-bottom"><div class="vc_grid-item-mini vc_clearfix "><div class="vc_gitem-animated-block" ><div class="vc_gitem-zone vc_gitem-zone-a vc-gitem-zone-height-mode-auto vc-gitem-zone-height-mode-auto-1-1 vc_gitem-is-link" style="background-image: url('https://whky.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/05/Wilson-Creek-Siren-Testing-Pic-051525-1024x1024.png') !important;"><a href="https://whky.com/flood-sirens-to-be-tested-in-wilson-creek-area/" title="Flood Sirens To Be Tested In Wilson Creek Area" class="vc_gitem-link vc-zone-link" ></a><img class="vc_gitem-zone-img" src="https://whky.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/05/Wilson-Creek-Siren-Testing-Pic-051525-1024x1024.png" alt="Flood Sirens To Be Tested In Wilson Creek Area" loading="lazy"><div class="vc_gitem-zone-mini"></div></div></div><div class="vc_gitem-zone vc_gitem-zone-c vc_custom_1419240516480"><div class="vc_gitem-zone-mini"><div class="vc_gitem_row vc_row vc_gitem-row-position-top"><div class="vc_col-sm-12 vc_gitem-col vc_gitem-col-align-"><div class="vc_custom_heading vc_gitem-post-data vc_gitem-post-data-source-post_title" ><h4 style="text-align: left" >Flood Sirens To Be Tested In Wilson Creek Area</h4></div><div class="vc_custom_heading vc_gitem-post-data vc_gitem-post-data-source-post_excerpt" ><p style="text-align: left" ><p>Caldwell County will test the Wilson Creek Flood sirens on Wednesday, May 21, at 9 a.m. Routine testing of the sirens will be conducted on the third Wednesday of each&hellip;</p> </p></div><div class="vc_btn3-container vc_btn3-left"><a class="vc_general vc_btn3 vc_btn3-size-md vc_btn3-shape-rounded vc_btn3-style-flat vc_btn3-color-juicy-pink" a href="https://whky.com/flood-sirens-to-be-tested-in-wilson-creek-area/" class="vc_gitem-link vc_general vc_btn3 vc_general vc_btn3 vc_btn3-size-md vc_btn3-shape-rounded vc_btn3-style-flat vc_btn3-color-juicy-pink" title="Read more">Read more</a></div></div></div></div></div></div><div class="vc_clearfix"></div></div><div class="vc_grid-item vc_clearfix vc_col-sm-3 vc_grid-item-zone-c-bottom"><div class="vc_grid-item-mini vc_clearfix "><div class="vc_gitem-animated-block" ><div class="vc_gitem-zone vc_gitem-zone-a vc-gitem-zone-height-mode-auto vc-gitem-zone-height-mode-auto-1-1 vc_gitem-is-link" style="background-image: url('https://whky.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/07/NCDHHS-Logo-071624.jpg') !important;"><a href="https://whky.com/n-c-health-human-services-announces-release-of-dashboard-highlighting-success-of-resource-for-those-experiencing-emotional-issues/" title="N.C. Health &#038; Human Services Announces Release Of Dashboard Highlighting Success Of Resource For Those Experiencing Emotional Issues" class="vc_gitem-link vc-zone-link" ></a><img class="vc_gitem-zone-img" src="https://whky.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/07/NCDHHS-Logo-071624.jpg" alt="N.C. Health & Human Services Announces Release Of Dashboard Highlighting Success Of Resource For Those Experiencing Emotional Issues" loading="lazy"><div class="vc_gitem-zone-mini"></div></div></div><div class="vc_gitem-zone vc_gitem-zone-c vc_custom_1419240516480"><div class="vc_gitem-zone-mini"><div class="vc_gitem_row vc_row vc_gitem-row-position-top"><div class="vc_col-sm-12 vc_gitem-col vc_gitem-col-align-"><div class="vc_custom_heading vc_gitem-post-data vc_gitem-post-data-source-post_title" ><h4 style="text-align: left" >N.C. Health &#038; Human Services Announces Release Of Dashboard Highlighting Success Of Resource For Those Experiencing Emotional Issues</h4></div><div class="vc_custom_heading vc_gitem-post-data vc_gitem-post-data-source-post_excerpt" ><p style="text-align: left" ><p>The North Carolina Department of Health and Human Services recently announced the release of a new dashboard highlighting the success of North Carolina’s Peer Warmline. The Warmline is a free&hellip;</p> </p></div><div class="vc_btn3-container vc_btn3-left"><a class="vc_general vc_btn3 vc_btn3-size-md vc_btn3-shape-rounded vc_btn3-style-flat vc_btn3-color-juicy-pink" a href="https://whky.com/n-c-health-human-services-announces-release-of-dashboard-highlighting-success-of-resource-for-those-experiencing-emotional-issues/" class="vc_gitem-link vc_general vc_btn3 vc_general vc_btn3 vc_btn3-size-md vc_btn3-shape-rounded vc_btn3-style-flat vc_btn3-color-juicy-pink" title="Read more">Read more</a></div></div></div></div></div></div><div class="vc_clearfix"></div></div><div class="vc_grid-item vc_clearfix vc_col-sm-3 vc_grid-item-zone-c-bottom"><div class="vc_grid-item-mini vc_clearfix "><div class="vc_gitem-animated-block" ><div class="vc_gitem-zone vc_gitem-zone-a vc-gitem-zone-height-mode-auto vc-gitem-zone-height-mode-auto-1-1 vc_gitem-is-link" style="background-image: url('https://whky.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/09/Hickory-PD-New-Patch-2018-011118.jpg') !important;"><a href="https://whky.com/two-pedestrians-struck-in-viewmont/" title="Two Pedestrians Struck In Viewmont (Updated 7:45 p.m., 5/14/25)" class="vc_gitem-link vc-zone-link" ></a><img class="vc_gitem-zone-img" src="https://whky.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/09/Hickory-PD-New-Patch-2018-011118.jpg" alt="Two Pedestrians Struck In Viewmont (Updated 7:45 p.m., 5/14/25)" loading="lazy"><div class="vc_gitem-zone-mini"></div></div></div><div class="vc_gitem-zone vc_gitem-zone-c vc_custom_1419240516480"><div class="vc_gitem-zone-mini"><div class="vc_gitem_row vc_row vc_gitem-row-position-top"><div class="vc_col-sm-12 vc_gitem-col vc_gitem-col-align-"><div class="vc_custom_heading vc_gitem-post-data vc_gitem-post-data-source-post_title" ><h4 style="text-align: left" >Two Pedestrians Struck In Viewmont (Updated 7:45 p.m., 5/14/25)</h4></div><div class="vc_custom_heading vc_gitem-post-data vc_gitem-post-data-source-post_excerpt" ><p style="text-align: left" ><p>According to a Hickory Police spokesperson, two juvenile pedestrians were struck by a vehicle today (May 14) on Highway 127 in front of Chick-fil-A. At last report, both were being&hellip;</p> </p></div><div class="vc_btn3-container vc_btn3-left"><a class="vc_general vc_btn3 vc_btn3-size-md vc_btn3-shape-rounded vc_btn3-style-flat vc_btn3-color-juicy-pink" a href="https://whky.com/two-pedestrians-struck-in-viewmont/" class="vc_gitem-link vc_general vc_btn3 vc_general vc_btn3 vc_btn3-size-md vc_btn3-shape-rounded vc_btn3-style-flat vc_btn3-color-juicy-pink" title="Read more">Read more</a></div></div></div></div></div></div><div class="vc_clearfix"></div></div><div class="vc_grid-item vc_clearfix vc_col-sm-3 vc_grid-item-zone-c-bottom"><div class="vc_grid-item-mini vc_clearfix "><div class="vc_gitem-animated-block" ><div class="vc_gitem-zone vc_gitem-zone-a vc-gitem-zone-height-mode-auto vc-gitem-zone-height-mode-auto-1-1 vc_gitem-is-link" style="background-image: url('https://whky.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/01/Shooting-Investigation-Generic-Graphic-010521.jpg') !important;"><a href="https://whky.com/reported-shooting-tuesday-night-in-hickory-under-investigation/" title="Reported Shooting Tuesday Night In Hickory Under Investigation" class="vc_gitem-link vc-zone-link" ></a><img class="vc_gitem-zone-img" src="https://whky.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/01/Shooting-Investigation-Generic-Graphic-010521.jpg" alt="Reported Shooting Tuesday Night In Hickory Under Investigation" loading="lazy"><div class="vc_gitem-zone-mini"></div></div></div><div class="vc_gitem-zone vc_gitem-zone-c vc_custom_1419240516480"><div class="vc_gitem-zone-mini"><div class="vc_gitem_row vc_row vc_gitem-row-position-top"><div class="vc_col-sm-12 vc_gitem-col vc_gitem-col-align-"><div class="vc_custom_heading vc_gitem-post-data vc_gitem-post-data-source-post_title" ><h4 style="text-align: left" >Reported Shooting Tuesday Night In Hickory Under Investigation</h4></div><div class="vc_custom_heading vc_gitem-post-data vc_gitem-post-data-source-post_excerpt" ><p style="text-align: left" ><p>A reported shooting is under investigation in Catawba County. According to published reports, the incident happened just before 10 p.m. Tuesday (May 14) in the parking lot of the Raceway&hellip;</p> </p></div><div class="vc_btn3-container vc_btn3-left"><a class="vc_general vc_btn3 vc_btn3-size-md vc_btn3-shape-rounded vc_btn3-style-flat vc_btn3-color-juicy-pink" a href="https://whky.com/reported-shooting-tuesday-night-in-hickory-under-investigation/" class="vc_gitem-link vc_general vc_btn3 vc_general vc_btn3 vc_btn3-size-md vc_btn3-shape-rounded vc_btn3-style-flat vc_btn3-color-juicy-pink" title="Read more">Read more</a></div></div></div></div></div></div><div class="vc_clearfix"></div></div><div class="vc_grid-item vc_clearfix vc_col-sm-3 vc_grid-item-zone-c-bottom"><div class="vc_grid-item-mini vc_clearfix "><div class="vc_gitem-animated-block" ><div class="vc_gitem-zone vc_gitem-zone-a vc-gitem-zone-height-mode-auto vc-gitem-zone-height-mode-auto-1-1 vc_gitem-is-link" style="background-image: url('https://whky.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/06/Alexander-County-Seal-062122.jpg') !important;"><a href="https://whky.com/proposed-alexander-county-budget-to-be-presented-at-may-19-meeting-tax-rate-would-remain-unchanged/" title="Proposed Alexander County Budget To Be Presented At May 19 Meeting, Tax Rate Would Remain Unchanged" class="vc_gitem-link vc-zone-link" ></a><img class="vc_gitem-zone-img" src="https://whky.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/06/Alexander-County-Seal-062122.jpg" alt="Proposed Alexander County Budget To Be Presented At May 19 Meeting, Tax Rate Would Remain Unchanged" loading="lazy"><div class="vc_gitem-zone-mini"></div></div></div><div class="vc_gitem-zone vc_gitem-zone-c vc_custom_1419240516480"><div class="vc_gitem-zone-mini"><div class="vc_gitem_row vc_row vc_gitem-row-position-top"><div class="vc_col-sm-12 vc_gitem-col vc_gitem-col-align-"><div class="vc_custom_heading vc_gitem-post-data vc_gitem-post-data-source-post_title" ><h4 style="text-align: left" >Proposed Alexander County Budget To Be Presented At May 19 Meeting, Tax Rate Would Remain Unchanged</h4></div><div class="vc_custom_heading vc_gitem-post-data vc_gitem-post-data-source-post_excerpt" ><p style="text-align: left" ><p>Alexander County Commissioners continued their discussion of the 2025-2026 proposed budget at a work session on Monday, May 12. Alexander County Finance Director Jennifer Herman said the proposed budget will&hellip;</p> </p></div><div class="vc_btn3-container vc_btn3-left"><a class="vc_general vc_btn3 vc_btn3-size-md vc_btn3-shape-rounded vc_btn3-style-flat vc_btn3-color-juicy-pink" a href="https://whky.com/proposed-alexander-county-budget-to-be-presented-at-may-19-meeting-tax-rate-would-remain-unchanged/" class="vc_gitem-link vc_general vc_btn3 vc_general vc_btn3 vc_btn3-size-md vc_btn3-shape-rounded vc_btn3-style-flat vc_btn3-color-juicy-pink" title="Read more">Read more</a></div></div></div></div></div></div><div class="vc_clearfix"></div></div><div class="vc_grid-item vc_clearfix vc_col-sm-3 vc_grid-item-zone-c-bottom"><div class="vc_grid-item-mini vc_clearfix "><div class="vc_gitem-animated-block" ><div class="vc_gitem-zone vc_gitem-zone-a vc-gitem-zone-height-mode-auto vc-gitem-zone-height-mode-auto-1-1 vc_gitem-is-link" style="background-image: url('https://whky.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/05/Visit-NC-Pic-051425.jpg') !important;"><a href="https://whky.com/report-north-carolinas-tourism-economy-thrives-in-2024/" title="Report: North Carolina&#8217;s Tourism Economy Thrives In 2024" class="vc_gitem-link vc-zone-link" ></a><img class="vc_gitem-zone-img" src="https://whky.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/05/Visit-NC-Pic-051425.jpg" alt="Report: North Carolina's Tourism Economy Thrives In 2024" loading="lazy"><div class="vc_gitem-zone-mini"></div></div></div><div class="vc_gitem-zone vc_gitem-zone-c vc_custom_1419240516480"><div class="vc_gitem-zone-mini"><div class="vc_gitem_row vc_row vc_gitem-row-position-top"><div class="vc_col-sm-12 vc_gitem-col vc_gitem-col-align-"><div class="vc_custom_heading vc_gitem-post-data vc_gitem-post-data-source-post_title" ><h4 style="text-align: left" >Report: North Carolina&#8217;s Tourism Economy Thrives In 2024</h4></div><div class="vc_custom_heading vc_gitem-post-data vc_gitem-post-data-source-post_excerpt" ><p style="text-align: left" ><p>The overall North Carolina tourism economy continued to thrive in 2024 despite the impact of Hurricane Helene. According to the Iredell Free News, travelers spent more than $36.7 billion on&hellip;</p> </p></div><div class="vc_btn3-container vc_btn3-left"><a class="vc_general vc_btn3 vc_btn3-size-md vc_btn3-shape-rounded vc_btn3-style-flat vc_btn3-color-juicy-pink" a href="https://whky.com/report-north-carolinas-tourism-economy-thrives-in-2024/" class="vc_gitem-link vc_general vc_btn3 vc_general vc_btn3 vc_btn3-size-md vc_btn3-shape-rounded vc_btn3-style-flat vc_btn3-color-juicy-pink" title="Read more">Read more</a></div></div></div></div></div></div><div class="vc_clearfix"></div></div><div class="vc_grid-item vc_clearfix vc_col-sm-3 vc_grid-item-zone-c-bottom"><div class="vc_grid-item-mini vc_clearfix "><div class="vc_gitem-animated-block" ><div class="vc_gitem-zone vc_gitem-zone-a vc-gitem-zone-height-mode-auto vc-gitem-zone-height-mode-auto-1-1 vc_gitem-is-link" style="background-image: url('https://whky.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/05/Frye-50th-Procedure-Pic-051425.jpg') !important;"><a href="https://whky.com/frye-regional-celebrates-50th-transcatheter-aortic-valve-replacement/" title="Frye Regional Celebrates 50th Transcatheter Aortic Valve Replacement" class="vc_gitem-link vc-zone-link" ></a><img class="vc_gitem-zone-img" src="https://whky.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/05/Frye-50th-Procedure-Pic-051425.jpg" alt="Frye Regional Celebrates 50th Transcatheter Aortic Valve Replacement" loading="lazy"><div class="vc_gitem-zone-mini"></div></div></div><div class="vc_gitem-zone vc_gitem-zone-c vc_custom_1419240516480"><div class="vc_gitem-zone-mini"><div class="vc_gitem_row vc_row vc_gitem-row-position-top"><div class="vc_col-sm-12 vc_gitem-col vc_gitem-col-align-"><div class="vc_custom_heading vc_gitem-post-data vc_gitem-post-data-source-post_title" ><h4 style="text-align: left" >Frye Regional Celebrates 50th Transcatheter Aortic Valve Replacement</h4></div><div class="vc_custom_heading vc_gitem-post-data vc_gitem-post-data-source-post_excerpt" ><p style="text-align: left" ><p>Frye Regional Medical Center, a Duke LifePoint facility and Duke Health affiliate in Heart in Hickory, has successfully completed its 50th Transcatheter Aortic Valve Replacement (TAVR) procedure, highlighting the hospital’s&hellip;</p> </p></div><div class="vc_btn3-container vc_btn3-left"><a class="vc_general vc_btn3 vc_btn3-size-md vc_btn3-shape-rounded vc_btn3-style-flat vc_btn3-color-juicy-pink" a href="https://whky.com/frye-regional-celebrates-50th-transcatheter-aortic-valve-replacement/" class="vc_gitem-link vc_general vc_btn3 vc_general vc_btn3 vc_btn3-size-md vc_btn3-shape-rounded vc_btn3-style-flat vc_btn3-color-juicy-pink" title="Read more">Read more</a></div></div></div></div></div></div><div class="vc_clearfix"></div></div><div class="vc_grid-item vc_clearfix vc_col-sm-3 vc_grid-item-zone-c-bottom"><div class="vc_grid-item-mini vc_clearfix "><div class="vc_gitem-animated-block" ><div class="vc_gitem-zone vc_gitem-zone-a vc-gitem-zone-height-mode-auto vc-gitem-zone-height-mode-auto-1-1 vc_gitem-is-link" style="background-image: url('https://whky.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/05/Sugar-Loaf-Elementary-051325.jpg') !important;"><a href="https://whky.com/funding-approved-for-sugar-loaf-elementary-school-library/" title="Funding Approved for Sugar Loaf Elementary School Library" class="vc_gitem-link vc-zone-link" ></a><img class="vc_gitem-zone-img" src="https://whky.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/05/Sugar-Loaf-Elementary-051325.jpg" alt="Funding Approved for Sugar Loaf Elementary School Library" loading="lazy"><div class="vc_gitem-zone-mini"></div></div></div><div class="vc_gitem-zone vc_gitem-zone-c vc_custom_1419240516480"><div class="vc_gitem-zone-mini"><div class="vc_gitem_row vc_row vc_gitem-row-position-top"><div class="vc_col-sm-12 vc_gitem-col vc_gitem-col-align-"><div class="vc_custom_heading vc_gitem-post-data vc_gitem-post-data-source-post_title" ><h4 style="text-align: left" >Funding Approved for Sugar Loaf Elementary School Library</h4></div><div class="vc_custom_heading vc_gitem-post-data vc_gitem-post-data-source-post_excerpt" ><p style="text-align: left" ><p>According to an update from public information officer Dr. Denita Dowell-Reavis, the Alexander County Board of Education has agreed to spend $700,000 in capital outlay funding to complete the Sugar&hellip;</p> </p></div><div class="vc_btn3-container vc_btn3-left"><a class="vc_general vc_btn3 vc_btn3-size-md vc_btn3-shape-rounded vc_btn3-style-flat vc_btn3-color-juicy-pink" a href="https://whky.com/funding-approved-for-sugar-loaf-elementary-school-library/" class="vc_gitem-link vc_general vc_btn3 vc_general vc_btn3 vc_btn3-size-md vc_btn3-shape-rounded vc_btn3-style-flat vc_btn3-color-juicy-pink" title="Read more">Read more</a></div></div></div></div></div></div><div class="vc_clearfix"></div></div><div class="vc_grid-item vc_clearfix vc_col-sm-3 vc_grid-item-zone-c-bottom"><div class="vc_grid-item-mini vc_clearfix "><div class="vc_gitem-animated-block" ><div class="vc_gitem-zone vc_gitem-zone-a vc-gitem-zone-height-mode-auto vc-gitem-zone-height-mode-auto-1-1 vc_gitem-is-link" style="background-image: url('https://whky.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/05/Hickory-Parking-Deck-051325-1024x577.jpg') !important;"><a href="https://whky.com/downtown-hickory-parking-deck-reopens/" title="Downtown Hickory Parking Deck Reopens" class="vc_gitem-link vc-zone-link" ></a><img class="vc_gitem-zone-img" src="https://whky.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/05/Hickory-Parking-Deck-051325-1024x577.jpg" alt="Downtown Hickory Parking Deck Reopens" loading="lazy"><div class="vc_gitem-zone-mini"></div></div></div><div class="vc_gitem-zone vc_gitem-zone-c vc_custom_1419240516480"><div class="vc_gitem-zone-mini"><div class="vc_gitem_row vc_row vc_gitem-row-position-top"><div class="vc_col-sm-12 vc_gitem-col vc_gitem-col-align-"><div class="vc_custom_heading vc_gitem-post-data vc_gitem-post-data-source-post_title" ><h4 style="text-align: left" >Downtown Hickory Parking Deck Reopens</h4></div><div class="vc_custom_heading vc_gitem-post-data vc_gitem-post-data-source-post_excerpt" ><p style="text-align: left" ><p>Improvements to the parking deck on Trade Alley and First Avenue N.W. in downtown Hickory have been completed. The deck is now open for use. The parking deck had been&hellip;</p> </p></div><div class="vc_btn3-container vc_btn3-left"><a class="vc_general vc_btn3 vc_btn3-size-md vc_btn3-shape-rounded vc_btn3-style-flat vc_btn3-color-juicy-pink" a href="https://whky.com/downtown-hickory-parking-deck-reopens/" class="vc_gitem-link vc_general vc_btn3 vc_general vc_btn3 vc_btn3-size-md vc_btn3-shape-rounded vc_btn3-style-flat vc_btn3-color-juicy-pink" title="Read more">Read more</a></div></div></div></div></div></div><div class="vc_clearfix"></div></div><div class="vc_grid-item vc_clearfix vc_col-sm-3 vc_grid-item-zone-c-bottom"><div class="vc_grid-item-mini vc_clearfix "><div class="vc_gitem-animated-block" ><div class="vc_gitem-zone vc_gitem-zone-a vc-gitem-zone-height-mode-auto vc-gitem-zone-height-mode-auto-1-1 vc_gitem-is-link" style="background-image: url('https://whky.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/05/Budget-Presentation-Generic-Pic-051325.jpg') !important;"><a href="https://whky.com/proposed-budget-presented-by-catawba-county-manager-property-tax-rate-to-remain-steady/" title="Proposed Budget Presented By Catawba County Manager, Property Tax Rate To Remain Steady" class="vc_gitem-link vc-zone-link" ></a><img class="vc_gitem-zone-img" src="https://whky.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/05/Budget-Presentation-Generic-Pic-051325.jpg" alt="Proposed Budget Presented By Catawba County Manager, Property Tax Rate To Remain Steady" loading="lazy"><div class="vc_gitem-zone-mini"></div></div></div><div class="vc_gitem-zone vc_gitem-zone-c vc_custom_1419240516480"><div class="vc_gitem-zone-mini"><div class="vc_gitem_row vc_row vc_gitem-row-position-top"><div class="vc_col-sm-12 vc_gitem-col vc_gitem-col-align-"><div class="vc_custom_heading vc_gitem-post-data vc_gitem-post-data-source-post_title" ><h4 style="text-align: left" >Proposed Budget Presented By Catawba County Manager, Property Tax Rate To Remain Steady</h4></div><div class="vc_custom_heading vc_gitem-post-data vc_gitem-post-data-source-post_excerpt" ><p style="text-align: left" ><p>Catawba County Manager Mary Furtado presented a recommended budget of $345,000,797 for Fiscal Year 2025/26 to the Board of Commissioners during the Board’s budget workshop Monday (May 12). The full&hellip;</p> </p></div><div class="vc_btn3-container vc_btn3-left"><a class="vc_general vc_btn3 vc_btn3-size-md vc_btn3-shape-rounded vc_btn3-style-flat vc_btn3-color-juicy-pink" a href="https://whky.com/proposed-budget-presented-by-catawba-county-manager-property-tax-rate-to-remain-steady/" class="vc_gitem-link vc_general vc_btn3 vc_general vc_btn3 vc_btn3-size-md vc_btn3-shape-rounded vc_btn3-style-flat vc_btn3-color-juicy-pink" title="Read more">Read more</a></div></div></div></div></div></div><div class="vc_clearfix"></div></div><div class="vc_grid-item vc_clearfix vc_col-sm-3 vc_grid-item-zone-c-bottom"><div class="vc_grid-item-mini vc_clearfix "><div class="vc_gitem-animated-block" ><div class="vc_gitem-zone vc_gitem-zone-a vc-gitem-zone-height-mode-auto vc-gitem-zone-height-mode-auto-1-1 vc_gitem-is-link" style="background-image: url('https://whky.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/01/NCDOJ-Seal-011122.jpg') !important;"><a href="https://whky.com/n-c-attorney-general-targeting-platform-believed-to-have-connection-to-fentanyl-trafficking/" title="N.C. Attorney General Targeting Platform Believed To Have Connection To Fentanyl Trafficking" class="vc_gitem-link vc-zone-link" ></a><img class="vc_gitem-zone-img" src="https://whky.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/01/NCDOJ-Seal-011122.jpg" alt="N.C. Attorney General Targeting Platform Believed To Have Connection To Fentanyl Trafficking" loading="lazy"><div class="vc_gitem-zone-mini"></div></div></div><div class="vc_gitem-zone vc_gitem-zone-c vc_custom_1419240516480"><div class="vc_gitem-zone-mini"><div class="vc_gitem_row vc_row vc_gitem-row-position-top"><div class="vc_col-sm-12 vc_gitem-col vc_gitem-col-align-"><div class="vc_custom_heading vc_gitem-post-data vc_gitem-post-data-source-post_title" ><h4 style="text-align: left" >N.C. Attorney General Targeting Platform Believed To Have Connection To Fentanyl Trafficking</h4></div><div class="vc_custom_heading vc_gitem-post-data vc_gitem-post-data-source-post_excerpt" ><p style="text-align: left" ><p>On Monday (May 12) North Carolina Attorney General Jeff Jackson announced that he is leading a bipartisan, multistate coalition of attorneys general targeting the Chinese-owned messaging and payment platform WeChat&hellip;</p> </p></div><div class="vc_btn3-container vc_btn3-left"><a class="vc_general vc_btn3 vc_btn3-size-md vc_btn3-shape-rounded vc_btn3-style-flat vc_btn3-color-juicy-pink" a href="https://whky.com/n-c-attorney-general-targeting-platform-believed-to-have-connection-to-fentanyl-trafficking/" class="vc_gitem-link vc_general vc_btn3 vc_general vc_btn3 vc_btn3-size-md vc_btn3-shape-rounded vc_btn3-style-flat vc_btn3-color-juicy-pink" title="Read more">Read more</a></div></div></div></div></div></div><div class="vc_clearfix"></div></div><div class="vc_grid-item vc_clearfix vc_col-sm-3 vc_grid-item-zone-c-bottom"><div class="vc_grid-item-mini vc_clearfix "><div class="vc_gitem-animated-block" ><div class="vc_gitem-zone vc_gitem-zone-a vc-gitem-zone-height-mode-auto vc-gitem-zone-height-mode-auto-1-1 vc_gitem-is-link" style="background-image: url('https://whky.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/05/NC-Governors-Highway-Safety-Program-052523.jpg') !important;"><a href="https://whky.com/north-carolinas-move-over-law-being-highlighted-this-week/" title="North Carolina&#8217;s Move Over Law Being Highlighted This Week" class="vc_gitem-link vc-zone-link" ></a><img class="vc_gitem-zone-img" src="https://whky.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/05/NC-Governors-Highway-Safety-Program-052523.jpg" alt="North Carolina's Move Over Law Being Highlighted This Week" loading="lazy"><div class="vc_gitem-zone-mini"></div></div></div><div class="vc_gitem-zone vc_gitem-zone-c vc_custom_1419240516480"><div class="vc_gitem-zone-mini"><div class="vc_gitem_row vc_row vc_gitem-row-position-top"><div class="vc_col-sm-12 vc_gitem-col vc_gitem-col-align-"><div class="vc_custom_heading vc_gitem-post-data vc_gitem-post-data-source-post_title" ><h4 style="text-align: left" >North Carolina&#8217;s Move Over Law Being Highlighted This Week</h4></div><div class="vc_custom_heading vc_gitem-post-data vc_gitem-post-data-source-post_excerpt" ><p style="text-align: left" ><p>The N.C. Governor’s Highway Safety Program and state and local law enforcement are launching a statewide enforcement campaign to remind drivers of the importance of the Move Over Law. The&hellip;</p> </p></div><div class="vc_btn3-container vc_btn3-left"><a class="vc_general vc_btn3 vc_btn3-size-md vc_btn3-shape-rounded vc_btn3-style-flat vc_btn3-color-juicy-pink" a href="https://whky.com/north-carolinas-move-over-law-being-highlighted-this-week/" class="vc_gitem-link vc_general vc_btn3 vc_general vc_btn3 vc_btn3-size-md vc_btn3-shape-rounded vc_btn3-style-flat vc_btn3-color-juicy-pink" title="Read more">Read more</a></div></div></div></div></div></div><div class="vc_clearfix"></div></div><div class="vc_grid-item vc_clearfix vc_col-sm-3 vc_grid-item-zone-c-bottom"><div class="vc_grid-item-mini vc_clearfix "><div class="vc_gitem-animated-block" ><div class="vc_gitem-zone vc_gitem-zone-a vc-gitem-zone-height-mode-auto vc-gitem-zone-height-mode-auto-1-1 vc_gitem-is-link" style="background-image: url('https://whky.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/05/Scam-Text-Message-Screenshot-051325.jpg') !important;"><a href="https://whky.com/authorities-warn-citizens-about-scam-targeting-medicaid-beneficiaries/" title="Authorities Warn Citizens About Scam Targeting Medicaid Beneficiaries" class="vc_gitem-link vc-zone-link" ></a><img class="vc_gitem-zone-img" src="https://whky.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/05/Scam-Text-Message-Screenshot-051325.jpg" alt="Authorities Warn Citizens About Scam Targeting Medicaid Beneficiaries" loading="lazy"><div class="vc_gitem-zone-mini"></div></div></div><div class="vc_gitem-zone vc_gitem-zone-c vc_custom_1419240516480"><div class="vc_gitem-zone-mini"><div class="vc_gitem_row vc_row vc_gitem-row-position-top"><div class="vc_col-sm-12 vc_gitem-col vc_gitem-col-align-"><div class="vc_custom_heading vc_gitem-post-data vc_gitem-post-data-source-post_title" ><h4 style="text-align: left" >Authorities Warn Citizens About Scam Targeting Medicaid Beneficiaries</h4></div><div class="vc_custom_heading vc_gitem-post-data vc_gitem-post-data-source-post_excerpt" ><p style="text-align: left" ><p>According to a news release from Alexander County Government, the Department of Social Services has been informed about a texting scam targeting Medicaid beneficiaries. The text message indicates the beneficiaries&hellip;</p> </p></div><div class="vc_btn3-container vc_btn3-left"><a class="vc_general vc_btn3 vc_btn3-size-md vc_btn3-shape-rounded vc_btn3-style-flat vc_btn3-color-juicy-pink" a href="https://whky.com/authorities-warn-citizens-about-scam-targeting-medicaid-beneficiaries/" class="vc_gitem-link vc_general vc_btn3 vc_general vc_btn3 vc_btn3-size-md vc_btn3-shape-rounded vc_btn3-style-flat vc_btn3-color-juicy-pink" title="Read more">Read more</a></div></div></div></div></div></div><div class="vc_clearfix"></div></div><div class="vc_grid-item vc_clearfix vc_col-sm-3 vc_grid-item-zone-c-bottom"><div class="vc_grid-item-mini vc_clearfix "><div class="vc_gitem-animated-block" ><div class="vc_gitem-zone vc_gitem-zone-a vc-gitem-zone-height-mode-auto vc-gitem-zone-height-mode-auto-1-1 vc_gitem-is-link" style="background-image: url('https://whky.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/07/U.S.-District-Court-Western-District-NC-071422.jpg') !important;"><a href="https://whky.com/u-s-attorney-for-western-district-of-n-c-observes-national-police-week/" title="U.S. Attorney For Western District Of N.C. Observes National Police Week" class="vc_gitem-link vc-zone-link" ></a><img class="vc_gitem-zone-img" src="https://whky.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/07/U.S.-District-Court-Western-District-NC-071422.jpg" alt="U.S. Attorney For Western District Of N.C. Observes National Police Week" loading="lazy"><div class="vc_gitem-zone-mini"></div></div></div><div class="vc_gitem-zone vc_gitem-zone-c vc_custom_1419240516480"><div class="vc_gitem-zone-mini"><div class="vc_gitem_row vc_row vc_gitem-row-position-top"><div class="vc_col-sm-12 vc_gitem-col vc_gitem-col-align-"><div class="vc_custom_heading vc_gitem-post-data vc_gitem-post-data-source-post_title" ><h4 style="text-align: left" >U.S. Attorney For Western District Of N.C. Observes National Police Week</h4></div><div class="vc_custom_heading vc_gitem-post-data vc_gitem-post-data-source-post_excerpt" ><p style="text-align: left" ><p>In observance of National Police Week, the U.S. Attorney’s Office recognizes the service and sacrifice of federal, state, local, and Tribal law enforcement and pays tribute to the officers who&hellip;</p> </p></div><div class="vc_btn3-container vc_btn3-left"><a class="vc_general vc_btn3 vc_btn3-size-md vc_btn3-shape-rounded vc_btn3-style-flat vc_btn3-color-juicy-pink" a href="https://whky.com/u-s-attorney-for-western-district-of-n-c-observes-national-police-week/" class="vc_gitem-link vc_general vc_btn3 vc_general vc_btn3 vc_btn3-size-md vc_btn3-shape-rounded vc_btn3-style-flat vc_btn3-color-juicy-pink" title="Read more">Read more</a></div></div></div></div></div></div><div class="vc_clearfix"></div></div><div class="vc_grid-item vc_clearfix vc_col-sm-3 vc_grid-item-zone-c-bottom"><div class="vc_grid-item-mini vc_clearfix "><div class="vc_gitem-animated-block" ><div class="vc_gitem-zone vc_gitem-zone-a vc-gitem-zone-height-mode-auto vc-gitem-zone-height-mode-auto-1-1 vc_gitem-is-link" style="background-image: url('https://whky.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/05/Governor-Josh-Stein-Visiting-Marshall-051325.jpg') !important;"><a href="https://whky.com/governor-commemorates-small-business-week/" title="Governor Commemorates Small Business Week" class="vc_gitem-link vc-zone-link" ></a><img class="vc_gitem-zone-img" src="https://whky.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/05/Governor-Josh-Stein-Visiting-Marshall-051325.jpg" alt="Governor Commemorates Small Business Week" loading="lazy"><div class="vc_gitem-zone-mini"></div></div></div><div class="vc_gitem-zone vc_gitem-zone-c vc_custom_1419240516480"><div class="vc_gitem-zone-mini"><div class="vc_gitem_row vc_row vc_gitem-row-position-top"><div class="vc_col-sm-12 vc_gitem-col vc_gitem-col-align-"><div class="vc_custom_heading vc_gitem-post-data vc_gitem-post-data-source-post_title" ><h4 style="text-align: left" >Governor Commemorates Small Business Week</h4></div><div class="vc_custom_heading vc_gitem-post-data vc_gitem-post-data-source-post_excerpt" ><p style="text-align: left" ><p>During Small Business Week last week, Governor Josh Stein and North Carolina Secretary of Commerce Lee Lilley visited downtown Marshall to highlight the importance of supporting small businesses impacted by&hellip;</p> </p></div><div class="vc_btn3-container vc_btn3-left"><a class="vc_general vc_btn3 vc_btn3-size-md vc_btn3-shape-rounded vc_btn3-style-flat vc_btn3-color-juicy-pink" a href="https://whky.com/governor-commemorates-small-business-week/" class="vc_gitem-link vc_general vc_btn3 vc_general vc_btn3 vc_btn3-size-md vc_btn3-shape-rounded vc_btn3-style-flat vc_btn3-color-juicy-pink" title="Read more">Read more</a></div></div></div></div></div></div><div class="vc_clearfix"></div></div><div class="vc_grid-item vc_clearfix vc_col-sm-3 vc_grid-item-zone-c-bottom"><div class="vc_grid-item-mini vc_clearfix "><div class="vc_gitem-animated-block" ><div class="vc_gitem-zone vc_gitem-zone-a vc-gitem-zone-height-mode-auto vc-gitem-zone-height-mode-auto-1-1 vc_gitem-is-link" style="background-image: url('https://whky.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/05/IMG_3811.png') !important;"><a href="https://whky.com/fatal-burke-county-shooting-under-investigation/" title="Fatal Burke County Shooting Under Investigation" class="vc_gitem-link vc-zone-link" ></a><img class="vc_gitem-zone-img" src="https://whky.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/05/IMG_3811.png" alt="Fatal Burke County Shooting Under Investigation" loading="lazy"><div class="vc_gitem-zone-mini"></div></div></div><div class="vc_gitem-zone vc_gitem-zone-c vc_custom_1419240516480"><div class="vc_gitem-zone-mini"><div class="vc_gitem_row vc_row vc_gitem-row-position-top"><div class="vc_col-sm-12 vc_gitem-col vc_gitem-col-align-"><div class="vc_custom_heading vc_gitem-post-data vc_gitem-post-data-source-post_title" ><h4 style="text-align: left" >Fatal Burke County Shooting Under Investigation</h4></div><div class="vc_custom_heading vc_gitem-post-data vc_gitem-post-data-source-post_excerpt" ><p style="text-align: left" ><p>A weekend shooting resulting in a fatality is under investigation in Burke County. On Saturday (May 10) at approximately 9:45 a.m., the Burke County Sheriff’s Office responded to a report&hellip;</p> </p></div><div class="vc_btn3-container vc_btn3-left"><a class="vc_general vc_btn3 vc_btn3-size-md vc_btn3-shape-rounded vc_btn3-style-flat vc_btn3-color-juicy-pink" a href="https://whky.com/fatal-burke-county-shooting-under-investigation/" class="vc_gitem-link vc_general vc_btn3 vc_general vc_btn3 vc_btn3-size-md vc_btn3-shape-rounded vc_btn3-style-flat vc_btn3-color-juicy-pink" title="Read more">Read more</a></div></div></div></div></div></div><div class="vc_clearfix"></div></div><div class="vc_grid-item vc_clearfix vc_col-sm-3 vc_grid-item-zone-c-bottom"><div class="vc_grid-item-mini vc_clearfix "><div class="vc_gitem-animated-block" ><div class="vc_gitem-zone vc_gitem-zone-a vc-gitem-zone-height-mode-auto vc-gitem-zone-height-mode-auto-1-1 vc_gitem-is-link" style="background-image: url('https://whky.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/05/Vehicle-Fire-S-College-St-Morganton-051225.jpg') !important;"><a href="https://whky.com/no-injuries-in-morganton-vehicle-fire/" title="No Injuries in Morganton Vehicle Fire" class="vc_gitem-link vc-zone-link" ></a><img class="vc_gitem-zone-img" src="https://whky.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/05/Vehicle-Fire-S-College-St-Morganton-051225.jpg" alt="No Injuries in Morganton Vehicle Fire" loading="lazy"><div class="vc_gitem-zone-mini"></div></div></div><div class="vc_gitem-zone vc_gitem-zone-c vc_custom_1419240516480"><div class="vc_gitem-zone-mini"><div class="vc_gitem_row vc_row vc_gitem-row-position-top"><div class="vc_col-sm-12 vc_gitem-col vc_gitem-col-align-"><div class="vc_custom_heading vc_gitem-post-data vc_gitem-post-data-source-post_title" ><h4 style="text-align: left" >No Injuries in Morganton Vehicle Fire</h4></div><div class="vc_custom_heading vc_gitem-post-data vc_gitem-post-data-source-post_excerpt" ><p style="text-align: left" ><p>At about eight o&#8217;clock this morning (May 12), Morganton Public Safety responded to a vehicle fire in the area of South College Street and Herron Street. Upon arrival, responding units&hellip;</p> </p></div><div class="vc_btn3-container vc_btn3-left"><a class="vc_general vc_btn3 vc_btn3-size-md vc_btn3-shape-rounded vc_btn3-style-flat vc_btn3-color-juicy-pink" a href="https://whky.com/no-injuries-in-morganton-vehicle-fire/" class="vc_gitem-link vc_general vc_btn3 vc_general vc_btn3 vc_btn3-size-md vc_btn3-shape-rounded vc_btn3-style-flat vc_btn3-color-juicy-pink" title="Read more">Read more</a></div></div></div></div></div></div><div class="vc_clearfix"></div></div><div class="vc_grid-item vc_clearfix vc_col-sm-3 vc_grid-item-zone-c-bottom"><div class="vc_grid-item-mini vc_clearfix "><div class="vc_gitem-animated-block" ><div class="vc_gitem-zone vc_gitem-zone-a vc-gitem-zone-height-mode-auto vc-gitem-zone-height-mode-auto-1-1 vc_gitem-is-link" style="background-image: url('https://whky.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/01/City-of-Newton-Larger-Logo-011421.jpg') !important;"><a href="https://whky.com/proposed-budget-presented-in-newton/" title="Proposed Budget Presented In Newton" class="vc_gitem-link vc-zone-link" ></a><img class="vc_gitem-zone-img" src="https://whky.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/01/City-of-Newton-Larger-Logo-011421.jpg" alt="Proposed Budget Presented In Newton" loading="lazy"><div class="vc_gitem-zone-mini"></div></div></div><div class="vc_gitem-zone vc_gitem-zone-c vc_custom_1419240516480"><div class="vc_gitem-zone-mini"><div class="vc_gitem_row vc_row vc_gitem-row-position-top"><div class="vc_col-sm-12 vc_gitem-col vc_gitem-col-align-"><div class="vc_custom_heading vc_gitem-post-data vc_gitem-post-data-source-post_title" ><h4 style="text-align: left" >Proposed Budget Presented In Newton</h4></div><div class="vc_custom_heading vc_gitem-post-data vc_gitem-post-data-source-post_excerpt" ><p style="text-align: left" ><p>Newton City Manager Sean A. Hovis formally presented the city’s recommended budget for the 2025-2026 fiscal year during the May 6 regular meeting of Newton City Council. Totaling $70,322,100, the&hellip;</p> </p></div><div class="vc_btn3-container vc_btn3-left"><a class="vc_general vc_btn3 vc_btn3-size-md vc_btn3-shape-rounded vc_btn3-style-flat vc_btn3-color-juicy-pink" a href="https://whky.com/proposed-budget-presented-in-newton/" class="vc_gitem-link vc_general vc_btn3 vc_general vc_btn3 vc_btn3-size-md vc_btn3-shape-rounded vc_btn3-style-flat vc_btn3-color-juicy-pink" title="Read more">Read more</a></div></div></div></div></div></div><div class="vc_clearfix"></div></div><div class="vc_grid-item vc_clearfix vc_col-sm-3 vc_grid-item-zone-c-bottom"><div class="vc_grid-item-mini vc_clearfix "><div class="vc_gitem-animated-block" ><div class="vc_gitem-zone vc_gitem-zone-a vc-gitem-zone-height-mode-auto vc-gitem-zone-height-mode-auto-1-1 vc_gitem-is-link" style="background-image: url('https://whky.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/05/Governors-Office-Seal-051225.jpg') !important;"><a href="https://whky.com/governor-requests-funding-for-fentanyl-control-unit/" title="Governor Requests Funding For Fentanyl Control Unit" class="vc_gitem-link vc-zone-link" ></a><img class="vc_gitem-zone-img" src="https://whky.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/05/Governors-Office-Seal-051225.jpg" alt="Governor Requests Funding For Fentanyl Control Unit" loading="lazy"><div class="vc_gitem-zone-mini"></div></div></div><div class="vc_gitem-zone vc_gitem-zone-c vc_custom_1419240516480"><div class="vc_gitem-zone-mini"><div class="vc_gitem_row vc_row vc_gitem-row-position-top"><div class="vc_col-sm-12 vc_gitem-col vc_gitem-col-align-"><div class="vc_custom_heading vc_gitem-post-data vc_gitem-post-data-source-post_title" ><h4 style="text-align: left" >Governor Requests Funding For Fentanyl Control Unit</h4></div><div class="vc_custom_heading vc_gitem-post-data vc_gitem-post-data-source-post_excerpt" ><p style="text-align: left" ><p>On Thursday Governor Josh Stein joined members of law enforcement and North Carolinians impacted by the fentanyl crisis to call for funding for a Fentanyl Control Unit. This unit would&hellip;</p> </p></div><div class="vc_btn3-container vc_btn3-left"><a class="vc_general vc_btn3 vc_btn3-size-md vc_btn3-shape-rounded vc_btn3-style-flat vc_btn3-color-juicy-pink" a href="https://whky.com/governor-requests-funding-for-fentanyl-control-unit/" class="vc_gitem-link vc_general vc_btn3 vc_general vc_btn3 vc_btn3-size-md vc_btn3-shape-rounded vc_btn3-style-flat vc_btn3-color-juicy-pink" title="Read more">Read more</a></div></div></div></div></div></div><div class="vc_clearfix"></div></div><div class="vc_grid-item vc_clearfix vc_col-sm-3 vc_grid-item-zone-c-bottom"><div class="vc_grid-item-mini vc_clearfix "><div class="vc_gitem-animated-block" ><div class="vc_gitem-zone vc_gitem-zone-a vc-gitem-zone-height-mode-auto vc-gitem-zone-height-mode-auto-1-1 vc_gitem-is-link" style="background-image: url('https://whky.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/05/IMG_3802.webp') !important;"><a href="https://whky.com/newton-man-killed-in-crash/" title="Newton Man Killed In Crash" class="vc_gitem-link vc-zone-link" ></a><img class="vc_gitem-zone-img" src="https://whky.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/05/IMG_3802.webp" alt="Newton Man Killed In Crash" loading="lazy"><div class="vc_gitem-zone-mini"></div></div></div><div class="vc_gitem-zone vc_gitem-zone-c vc_custom_1419240516480"><div class="vc_gitem-zone-mini"><div class="vc_gitem_row vc_row vc_gitem-row-position-top"><div class="vc_col-sm-12 vc_gitem-col vc_gitem-col-align-"><div class="vc_custom_heading vc_gitem-post-data vc_gitem-post-data-source-post_title" ><h4 style="text-align: left" >Newton Man Killed In Crash</h4></div><div class="vc_custom_heading vc_gitem-post-data vc_gitem-post-data-source-post_excerpt" ><p style="text-align: left" ><p>A man was killed in a Catawba County crash. The deceased is 70-year-old Joel Parks Harris of Newton. On Sunday (May 11) at approximately 2:10 p.m., the NC State Highway&hellip;</p> </p></div><div class="vc_btn3-container vc_btn3-left"><a class="vc_general vc_btn3 vc_btn3-size-md vc_btn3-shape-rounded vc_btn3-style-flat vc_btn3-color-juicy-pink" a href="https://whky.com/newton-man-killed-in-crash/" class="vc_gitem-link vc_general vc_btn3 vc_general vc_btn3 vc_btn3-size-md vc_btn3-shape-rounded vc_btn3-style-flat vc_btn3-color-juicy-pink" title="Read more">Read more</a></div></div></div></div></div></div><div class="vc_clearfix"></div></div><div class="vc_grid-item vc_clearfix vc_col-sm-3 vc_grid-item-zone-c-bottom"><div class="vc_grid-item-mini vc_clearfix "><div class="vc_gitem-animated-block" ><div class="vc_gitem-zone vc_gitem-zone-a vc-gitem-zone-height-mode-auto vc-gitem-zone-height-mode-auto-1-1 vc_gitem-is-link" style="background-image: url('https://whky.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/01/Fatal-Crash-Generic-Graphic-010623.jpg') !important;"><a href="https://whky.com/early-sunday-morning-crash-claims-mans-life/" title="Early Sunday Morning Crash Claims Man’s Life" class="vc_gitem-link vc-zone-link" ></a><img class="vc_gitem-zone-img" src="https://whky.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/01/Fatal-Crash-Generic-Graphic-010623.jpg" alt="Early Sunday Morning Crash Claims Man’s Life" loading="lazy"><div class="vc_gitem-zone-mini"></div></div></div><div class="vc_gitem-zone vc_gitem-zone-c vc_custom_1419240516480"><div class="vc_gitem-zone-mini"><div class="vc_gitem_row vc_row vc_gitem-row-position-top"><div class="vc_col-sm-12 vc_gitem-col vc_gitem-col-align-"><div class="vc_custom_heading vc_gitem-post-data vc_gitem-post-data-source-post_title" ><h4 style="text-align: left" >Early Sunday Morning Crash Claims Man’s Life</h4></div><div class="vc_custom_heading vc_gitem-post-data vc_gitem-post-data-source-post_excerpt" ><p style="text-align: left" ><p>A man was killed in an early-morning, one-vehicle crash in Iredell County. The deceased is 25-year-old Seth Allen Paynter of Statesville. Sunday (May 11) at approximately 1:30 a.m., the NC&hellip;</p> </p></div><div class="vc_btn3-container vc_btn3-left"><a class="vc_general vc_btn3 vc_btn3-size-md vc_btn3-shape-rounded vc_btn3-style-flat vc_btn3-color-juicy-pink" a href="https://whky.com/early-sunday-morning-crash-claims-mans-life/" class="vc_gitem-link vc_general vc_btn3 vc_general vc_btn3 vc_btn3-size-md vc_btn3-shape-rounded vc_btn3-style-flat vc_btn3-color-juicy-pink" title="Read more">Read more</a></div></div></div></div></div></div><div class="vc_clearfix"></div></div><div class="vc_grid-item vc_clearfix vc_col-sm-3 vc_grid-item-zone-c-bottom"><div class="vc_grid-item-mini vc_clearfix "><div class="vc_gitem-animated-block" ><div class="vc_gitem-zone vc_gitem-zone-a vc-gitem-zone-height-mode-auto vc-gitem-zone-height-mode-auto-1-1 vc_gitem-is-link" style="background-image: url('https://whky.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/05/IMG_3752.jpeg') !important;"><a href="https://whky.com/4-1-magnitude-earthquake-felt-as-far-as-hickory-metro/" title="4.1 Magnitude Earthquake Felt As Far As Hickory Metro" class="vc_gitem-link vc-zone-link" ></a><img class="vc_gitem-zone-img" src="https://whky.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/05/IMG_3752.jpeg" alt="4.1 Magnitude Earthquake Felt As Far As Hickory Metro" loading="lazy"><div class="vc_gitem-zone-mini"></div></div></div><div class="vc_gitem-zone vc_gitem-zone-c vc_custom_1419240516480"><div class="vc_gitem-zone-mini"><div class="vc_gitem_row vc_row vc_gitem-row-position-top"><div class="vc_col-sm-12 vc_gitem-col vc_gitem-col-align-"><div class="vc_custom_heading vc_gitem-post-data vc_gitem-post-data-source-post_title" ><h4 style="text-align: left" >4.1 Magnitude Earthquake Felt As Far As Hickory Metro</h4></div><div class="vc_custom_heading vc_gitem-post-data vc_gitem-post-data-source-post_excerpt" ><p style="text-align: left" ><p>A 4.1 magnitude earthquake was confirmed near the state border of Tennessee and North Carolina Saturday morning (May 10), according to the U.S. Geological Survey. Hickory Metro counties reportedly felt&hellip;</p> </p></div><div class="vc_btn3-container vc_btn3-left"><a class="vc_general vc_btn3 vc_btn3-size-md vc_btn3-shape-rounded vc_btn3-style-flat vc_btn3-color-juicy-pink" a href="https://whky.com/4-1-magnitude-earthquake-felt-as-far-as-hickory-metro/" class="vc_gitem-link vc_general vc_btn3 vc_general vc_btn3 vc_btn3-size-md vc_btn3-shape-rounded vc_btn3-style-flat vc_btn3-color-juicy-pink" title="Read more">Read more</a></div></div></div></div></div></div><div class="vc_clearfix"></div></div><div class="vc_grid-item vc_clearfix vc_col-sm-3 vc_grid-item-zone-c-bottom"><div class="vc_grid-item-mini vc_clearfix "><div class="vc_gitem-animated-block" ><div class="vc_gitem-zone vc_gitem-zone-a vc-gitem-zone-height-mode-auto vc-gitem-zone-height-mode-auto-1-1 vc_gitem-is-link" style="background-image: url('https://whky.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/09/Burke-County-Seal-093024.jpg') !important;"><a href="https://whky.com/burke-county-officials-monitoring-forecast-for-potential-rainfall/" title="Burke County Officials Monitoring Forecast For Potential Rainfall" class="vc_gitem-link vc-zone-link" ></a><img class="vc_gitem-zone-img" src="https://whky.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/09/Burke-County-Seal-093024.jpg" alt="Burke County Officials Monitoring Forecast For Potential Rainfall" loading="lazy"><div class="vc_gitem-zone-mini"></div></div></div><div class="vc_gitem-zone vc_gitem-zone-c vc_custom_1419240516480"><div class="vc_gitem-zone-mini"><div class="vc_gitem_row vc_row vc_gitem-row-position-top"><div class="vc_col-sm-12 vc_gitem-col vc_gitem-col-align-"><div class="vc_custom_heading vc_gitem-post-data vc_gitem-post-data-source-post_title" ><h4 style="text-align: left" >Burke County Officials Monitoring Forecast For Potential Rainfall</h4></div><div class="vc_custom_heading vc_gitem-post-data vc_gitem-post-data-source-post_excerpt" ><p style="text-align: left" ><p>Burke County Emergency Services is closely monitoring forecasts indicating the potential for heavy rainfall beginning late Sunday (May 11) and continuing into early next week. &#8220;While this system is not&hellip;</p> </p></div><div class="vc_btn3-container vc_btn3-left"><a class="vc_general vc_btn3 vc_btn3-size-md vc_btn3-shape-rounded vc_btn3-style-flat vc_btn3-color-juicy-pink" a href="https://whky.com/burke-county-officials-monitoring-forecast-for-potential-rainfall/" class="vc_gitem-link vc_general vc_btn3 vc_general vc_btn3 vc_btn3-size-md vc_btn3-shape-rounded vc_btn3-style-flat vc_btn3-color-juicy-pink" title="Read more">Read more</a></div></div></div></div></div></div><div class="vc_clearfix"></div></div><div class="vc_grid-item vc_clearfix vc_col-sm-3 vc_grid-item-zone-c-bottom"><div class="vc_grid-item-mini vc_clearfix "><div class="vc_gitem-animated-block" ><div class="vc_gitem-zone vc_gitem-zone-a vc-gitem-zone-height-mode-auto vc-gitem-zone-height-mode-auto-1-1 vc_gitem-is-link" style="background-image: url('https://whky.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/05/IMG_3738.webp') !important;"><a href="https://whky.com/fatal-crash-under-investigation/" title="Fatal Crash Under Investigation" class="vc_gitem-link vc-zone-link" ></a><img class="vc_gitem-zone-img" src="https://whky.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/05/IMG_3738.webp" alt="Fatal Crash Under Investigation" loading="lazy"><div class="vc_gitem-zone-mini"></div></div></div><div class="vc_gitem-zone vc_gitem-zone-c vc_custom_1419240516480"><div class="vc_gitem-zone-mini"><div class="vc_gitem_row vc_row vc_gitem-row-position-top"><div class="vc_col-sm-12 vc_gitem-col vc_gitem-col-align-"><div class="vc_custom_heading vc_gitem-post-data vc_gitem-post-data-source-post_title" ><h4 style="text-align: left" >Fatal Crash Under Investigation</h4></div><div class="vc_custom_heading vc_gitem-post-data vc_gitem-post-data-source-post_excerpt" ><p style="text-align: left" ><p>The Statesville Police Department is investigating a fatal collision that occurred early Friday morning (May 9) on Davie Avenue. At approximately 6:00 a.m. emergency personnel responded to a traffic incident&hellip;</p> </p></div><div class="vc_btn3-container vc_btn3-left"><a class="vc_general vc_btn3 vc_btn3-size-md vc_btn3-shape-rounded vc_btn3-style-flat vc_btn3-color-juicy-pink" a href="https://whky.com/fatal-crash-under-investigation/" class="vc_gitem-link vc_general vc_btn3 vc_general vc_btn3 vc_btn3-size-md vc_btn3-shape-rounded vc_btn3-style-flat vc_btn3-color-juicy-pink" title="Read more">Read more</a></div></div></div></div></div></div><div class="vc_clearfix"></div></div><div class="vc_grid-item vc_clearfix vc_col-sm-3 vc_grid-item-zone-c-bottom"><div class="vc_grid-item-mini vc_clearfix "><div class="vc_gitem-animated-block" ><div class="vc_gitem-zone vc_gitem-zone-a vc-gitem-zone-height-mode-auto vc-gitem-zone-height-mode-auto-1-1 vc_gitem-is-link" style="background-image: url('https://whky.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/09/City-of-Hickory-logo-092021.jpg') !important;"><a href="https://whky.com/next-weeks-hickory-boards-commissions-meetings/" title="Next Week&#8217;s Hickory Boards &#038; Commissions Meetings" class="vc_gitem-link vc-zone-link" ></a><img class="vc_gitem-zone-img" src="https://whky.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/09/City-of-Hickory-logo-092021.jpg" alt="Next Week's Hickory Boards & Commissions Meetings" loading="lazy"><div class="vc_gitem-zone-mini"></div></div></div><div class="vc_gitem-zone vc_gitem-zone-c vc_custom_1419240516480"><div class="vc_gitem-zone-mini"><div class="vc_gitem_row vc_row vc_gitem-row-position-top"><div class="vc_col-sm-12 vc_gitem-col vc_gitem-col-align-"><div class="vc_custom_heading vc_gitem-post-data vc_gitem-post-data-source-post_title" ><h4 style="text-align: left" >Next Week&#8217;s Hickory Boards &#038; Commissions Meetings</h4></div><div class="vc_custom_heading vc_gitem-post-data vc_gitem-post-data-source-post_excerpt" ><p style="text-align: left" ><p>Next week&#8217;s meetings involving Hickory boards and commissions include a May 12 meeting of the Community Relations Council at 5:30 p.m. at Hickory Police headquarters. At noon on May 13,&hellip;</p> </p></div><div class="vc_btn3-container vc_btn3-left"><a class="vc_general vc_btn3 vc_btn3-size-md vc_btn3-shape-rounded vc_btn3-style-flat vc_btn3-color-juicy-pink" a href="https://whky.com/next-weeks-hickory-boards-commissions-meetings/" class="vc_gitem-link vc_general vc_btn3 vc_general vc_btn3 vc_btn3-size-md vc_btn3-shape-rounded vc_btn3-style-flat vc_btn3-color-juicy-pink" title="Read more">Read more</a></div></div></div></div></div></div><div class="vc_clearfix"></div></div><div class="vc_grid-item vc_clearfix vc_col-sm-3 vc_grid-item-zone-c-bottom"><div class="vc_grid-item-mini vc_clearfix "><div class="vc_gitem-animated-block" ><div class="vc_gitem-zone vc_gitem-zone-a vc-gitem-zone-height-mode-auto vc-gitem-zone-height-mode-auto-1-1 vc_gitem-is-link" style="background-image: url('https://whky.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/05/9th-St-NW-at-2nd-Ave-NW-Road-Closure-050925-1024x663.jpg') !important;"><a href="https://whky.com/n-w-hickory-intersection-to-close-for-three-days-starting-next-week/" title="N.W. Hickory Intersection to Close for Three Days Starting Next Week" class="vc_gitem-link vc-zone-link" ></a><img class="vc_gitem-zone-img" src="https://whky.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/05/9th-St-NW-at-2nd-Ave-NW-Road-Closure-050925-1024x663.jpg" alt="N.W. Hickory Intersection to Close for Three Days Starting Next Week" loading="lazy"><div class="vc_gitem-zone-mini"></div></div></div><div class="vc_gitem-zone vc_gitem-zone-c vc_custom_1419240516480"><div class="vc_gitem-zone-mini"><div class="vc_gitem_row vc_row vc_gitem-row-position-top"><div class="vc_col-sm-12 vc_gitem-col vc_gitem-col-align-"><div class="vc_custom_heading vc_gitem-post-data vc_gitem-post-data-source-post_title" ><h4 style="text-align: left" >N.W. Hickory Intersection to Close for Three Days Starting Next Week</h4></div><div class="vc_custom_heading vc_gitem-post-data vc_gitem-post-data-source-post_excerpt" ><p style="text-align: left" ><p>Beginning Wednesday, May 14, contractors working on OLLE Art Walk construction will close the intersection of 9th Street N.W., 2nd Avenue N.W., and 3rd Avenue Court N.W. to mill and&hellip;</p> </p></div><div class="vc_btn3-container vc_btn3-left"><a class="vc_general vc_btn3 vc_btn3-size-md vc_btn3-shape-rounded vc_btn3-style-flat vc_btn3-color-juicy-pink" a href="https://whky.com/n-w-hickory-intersection-to-close-for-three-days-starting-next-week/" class="vc_gitem-link vc_general vc_btn3 vc_general vc_btn3 vc_btn3-size-md vc_btn3-shape-rounded vc_btn3-style-flat vc_btn3-color-juicy-pink" title="Read more">Read more</a></div></div></div></div></div></div><div class="vc_clearfix"></div></div><div class="vc_grid-item vc_clearfix vc_col-sm-3 vc_grid-item-zone-c-bottom"><div class="vc_grid-item-mini vc_clearfix "><div class="vc_gitem-animated-block" ><div class="vc_gitem-zone vc_gitem-zone-a vc-gitem-zone-height-mode-auto vc-gitem-zone-height-mode-auto-1-1 vc_gitem-is-link" style="background-image: url('https://whky.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/05/Adams-Major-Bryran-050925.jpg') !important;"><a href="https://whky.com/adams-will-be-h-p-d-s-next-chief-of-police/" title="Bryan Adams will be H.P.D.&#8217;s Next Chief of Police" class="vc_gitem-link vc-zone-link" ></a><img class="vc_gitem-zone-img" src="https://whky.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/05/Adams-Major-Bryran-050925.jpg" alt="Bryan Adams will be H.P.D.'s Next Chief of Police" loading="lazy"><div class="vc_gitem-zone-mini"></div></div></div><div class="vc_gitem-zone vc_gitem-zone-c vc_custom_1419240516480"><div class="vc_gitem-zone-mini"><div class="vc_gitem_row vc_row vc_gitem-row-position-top"><div class="vc_col-sm-12 vc_gitem-col vc_gitem-col-align-"><div class="vc_custom_heading vc_gitem-post-data vc_gitem-post-data-source-post_title" ><h4 style="text-align: left" >Bryan Adams will be H.P.D.&#8217;s Next Chief of Police</h4></div><div class="vc_custom_heading vc_gitem-post-data vc_gitem-post-data-source-post_excerpt" ><p style="text-align: left" ><p>After 27 years of service with the Hickory Police Department, Major Bryan Adams will serve as Hickory’s next Chief of Police. He follows Police Chief Reed Baer, who has announced&hellip;</p> </p></div><div class="vc_btn3-container vc_btn3-left"><a class="vc_general vc_btn3 vc_btn3-size-md vc_btn3-shape-rounded vc_btn3-style-flat vc_btn3-color-juicy-pink" a href="https://whky.com/adams-will-be-h-p-d-s-next-chief-of-police/" class="vc_gitem-link vc_general vc_btn3 vc_general vc_btn3 vc_btn3-size-md vc_btn3-shape-rounded vc_btn3-style-flat vc_btn3-color-juicy-pink" title="Read more">Read more</a></div></div></div></div></div></div><div class="vc_clearfix"></div></div><div class="vc_grid-item vc_clearfix vc_col-sm-3 vc_grid-item-zone-c-bottom"><div class="vc_grid-item-mini vc_clearfix "><div class="vc_gitem-animated-block" ><div class="vc_gitem-zone vc_gitem-zone-a vc-gitem-zone-height-mode-auto vc-gitem-zone-height-mode-auto-1-1 vc_gitem-is-link" style="background-image: url('https://whky.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/02/NCDOR-Logo-020623.jpg') !important;"><a href="https://whky.com/ncdor-will-not-assess-certain-late-action-penalties-if-transactions-completed-by-sept-25/" title="NCDOR Will Not Assess Certain Late Action Penalties If Transactions Completed By Sept. 25" class="vc_gitem-link vc-zone-link" ></a><img class="vc_gitem-zone-img" src="https://whky.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/02/NCDOR-Logo-020623.jpg" alt="NCDOR Will Not Assess Certain Late Action Penalties If Transactions Completed By Sept. 25" loading="lazy"><div class="vc_gitem-zone-mini"></div></div></div><div class="vc_gitem-zone vc_gitem-zone-c vc_custom_1419240516480"><div class="vc_gitem-zone-mini"><div class="vc_gitem_row vc_row vc_gitem-row-position-top"><div class="vc_col-sm-12 vc_gitem-col vc_gitem-col-align-"><div class="vc_custom_heading vc_gitem-post-data vc_gitem-post-data-source-post_title" ><h4 style="text-align: left" >NCDOR Will Not Assess Certain Late Action Penalties If Transactions Completed By Sept. 25</h4></div><div class="vc_custom_heading vc_gitem-post-data vc_gitem-post-data-source-post_excerpt" ><p style="text-align: left" ><p>In response to the Internal Revenue Service postponing various federal tax filing and payment deadlines until Sept. 25, 2025, the N.C. Department of Revenue (NCDOR) will not assess (or will&hellip;</p> </p></div><div class="vc_btn3-container vc_btn3-left"><a class="vc_general vc_btn3 vc_btn3-size-md vc_btn3-shape-rounded vc_btn3-style-flat vc_btn3-color-juicy-pink" a href="https://whky.com/ncdor-will-not-assess-certain-late-action-penalties-if-transactions-completed-by-sept-25/" class="vc_gitem-link vc_general vc_btn3 vc_general vc_btn3 vc_btn3-size-md vc_btn3-shape-rounded vc_btn3-style-flat vc_btn3-color-juicy-pink" title="Read more">Read more</a></div></div></div></div></div></div><div class="vc_clearfix"></div></div><div class="vc_grid-item vc_clearfix vc_col-sm-3 vc_grid-item-zone-c-bottom"><div class="vc_grid-item-mini vc_clearfix "><div class="vc_gitem-animated-block" ><div class="vc_gitem-zone vc_gitem-zone-a vc-gitem-zone-height-mode-auto vc-gitem-zone-height-mode-auto-1-1 vc_gitem-is-link" style="background-image: url('https://whky.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/01/Josh-Stein-Signs-Orders-010625.jpg') !important;"><a href="https://whky.com/governor-says-n-c-economy-remained-strong-in-2024-despite-helene/" title="Governor Says N.C. Economy Remained Strong In 2024 Despite Helene" class="vc_gitem-link vc-zone-link" ></a><img class="vc_gitem-zone-img" src="https://whky.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/01/Josh-Stein-Signs-Orders-010625.jpg" alt="Governor Says N.C. Economy Remained Strong In 2024 Despite Helene" loading="lazy"><div class="vc_gitem-zone-mini"></div></div></div><div class="vc_gitem-zone vc_gitem-zone-c vc_custom_1419240516480"><div class="vc_gitem-zone-mini"><div class="vc_gitem_row vc_row vc_gitem-row-position-top"><div class="vc_col-sm-12 vc_gitem-col vc_gitem-col-align-"><div class="vc_custom_heading vc_gitem-post-data vc_gitem-post-data-source-post_title" ><h4 style="text-align: left" >Governor Says N.C. Economy Remained Strong In 2024 Despite Helene</h4></div><div class="vc_custom_heading vc_gitem-post-data vc_gitem-post-data-source-post_excerpt" ><p style="text-align: left" ><p>Governor Josh Stein has announced that the overall North Carolina tourism economy held strong despite the effects of Hurricane Helene. Travelers spent more than $36.7 billion on trips to and&hellip;</p> </p></div><div class="vc_btn3-container vc_btn3-left"><a class="vc_general vc_btn3 vc_btn3-size-md vc_btn3-shape-rounded vc_btn3-style-flat vc_btn3-color-juicy-pink" a href="https://whky.com/governor-says-n-c-economy-remained-strong-in-2024-despite-helene/" class="vc_gitem-link vc_general vc_btn3 vc_general vc_btn3 vc_btn3-size-md vc_btn3-shape-rounded vc_btn3-style-flat vc_btn3-color-juicy-pink" title="Read more">Read more</a></div></div></div></div></div></div><div class="vc_clearfix"></div></div><div class="vc_grid-item vc_clearfix vc_col-sm-3 vc_grid-item-zone-c-bottom"><div class="vc_grid-item-mini vc_clearfix "><div class="vc_gitem-animated-block" ><div class="vc_gitem-zone vc_gitem-zone-a vc-gitem-zone-height-mode-auto vc-gitem-zone-height-mode-auto-1-1 vc_gitem-is-link" style="background-image: url('https://whky.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/05/Frye-Regional-Medical-Center-Pic-050925.jpg') !important;"><a href="https://whky.com/frye-regional-medical-center-conducting-community-survey/" title="Frye Regional Medical Center Conducting Community Survey" class="vc_gitem-link vc-zone-link" ></a><img class="vc_gitem-zone-img" src="https://whky.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/05/Frye-Regional-Medical-Center-Pic-050925.jpg" alt="Frye Regional Medical Center Conducting Community Survey" loading="lazy"><div class="vc_gitem-zone-mini"></div></div></div><div class="vc_gitem-zone vc_gitem-zone-c vc_custom_1419240516480"><div class="vc_gitem-zone-mini"><div class="vc_gitem_row vc_row vc_gitem-row-position-top"><div class="vc_col-sm-12 vc_gitem-col vc_gitem-col-align-"><div class="vc_custom_heading vc_gitem-post-data vc_gitem-post-data-source-post_title" ><h4 style="text-align: left" >Frye Regional Medical Center Conducting Community Survey</h4></div><div class="vc_custom_heading vc_gitem-post-data vc_gitem-post-data-source-post_excerpt" ><p style="text-align: left" ><p>Frye Regional Medical Center, a Duke Lifepoint hospital, has launched a comprehensive Community Health Needs Assessment (CHNA) to gather insights from community members regarding healthcare needs in Catawba, Caldwell and&hellip;</p> </p></div><div class="vc_btn3-container vc_btn3-left"><a class="vc_general vc_btn3 vc_btn3-size-md vc_btn3-shape-rounded vc_btn3-style-flat vc_btn3-color-juicy-pink" a href="https://whky.com/frye-regional-medical-center-conducting-community-survey/" class="vc_gitem-link vc_general vc_btn3 vc_general vc_btn3 vc_btn3-size-md vc_btn3-shape-rounded vc_btn3-style-flat vc_btn3-color-juicy-pink" title="Read more">Read more</a></div></div></div></div></div></div><div class="vc_clearfix"></div></div><div class="vc_grid-item vc_clearfix vc_col-sm-3 vc_grid-item-zone-c-bottom"><div class="vc_grid-item-mini vc_clearfix "><div class="vc_gitem-animated-block" ><div class="vc_gitem-zone vc_gitem-zone-a vc-gitem-zone-height-mode-auto vc-gitem-zone-height-mode-auto-1-1 vc_gitem-is-link" style="background-image: url('https://whky.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/05/Iredell-County-Seal-050925.jpg') !important;"><a href="https://whky.com/proposed-iredell-county-budget-presented-tax-rate-would-be-unchanged/" title="Proposed Iredell County Budget Presented, Tax Rate Would Be Unchanged" class="vc_gitem-link vc-zone-link" ></a><img class="vc_gitem-zone-img" src="https://whky.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/05/Iredell-County-Seal-050925.jpg" alt="Proposed Iredell County Budget Presented, Tax Rate Would Be Unchanged" loading="lazy"><div class="vc_gitem-zone-mini"></div></div></div><div class="vc_gitem-zone vc_gitem-zone-c vc_custom_1419240516480"><div class="vc_gitem-zone-mini"><div class="vc_gitem_row vc_row vc_gitem-row-position-top"><div class="vc_col-sm-12 vc_gitem-col vc_gitem-col-align-"><div class="vc_custom_heading vc_gitem-post-data vc_gitem-post-data-source-post_title" ><h4 style="text-align: left" >Proposed Iredell County Budget Presented, Tax Rate Would Be Unchanged</h4></div><div class="vc_custom_heading vc_gitem-post-data vc_gitem-post-data-source-post_excerpt" ><p style="text-align: left" ><p>In a presentation to the Iredell County Board of Commissioners Tuesday night (May 6) County Manager Beth Milton announced the recommended Fiscal Year 2025-26 budget, laying out a plan that&hellip;</p> </p></div><div class="vc_btn3-container vc_btn3-left"><a class="vc_general vc_btn3 vc_btn3-size-md vc_btn3-shape-rounded vc_btn3-style-flat vc_btn3-color-juicy-pink" a href="https://whky.com/proposed-iredell-county-budget-presented-tax-rate-would-be-unchanged/" class="vc_gitem-link vc_general vc_btn3 vc_general vc_btn3 vc_btn3-size-md vc_btn3-shape-rounded vc_btn3-style-flat vc_btn3-color-juicy-pink" title="Read more">Read more</a></div></div></div></div></div></div><div class="vc_clearfix"></div></div><div class="vc_grid-item vc_clearfix vc_col-sm-3 vc_grid-item-zone-c-bottom"><div class="vc_grid-item-mini vc_clearfix "><div class="vc_gitem-animated-block" ><div class="vc_gitem-zone vc_gitem-zone-a vc-gitem-zone-height-mode-auto vc-gitem-zone-height-mode-auto-1-1 vc_gitem-is-link" style="background-image: url('https://whky.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/05/Baxter-Barett-Ashley-050825.jpg') !important;"><a href="https://whky.com/detectives-searching-for-missing-lincoln-county-man/" title="Detectives Searching for Missing Lincoln County Man" class="vc_gitem-link vc-zone-link" ></a><img class="vc_gitem-zone-img" src="https://whky.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/05/Baxter-Barett-Ashley-050825.jpg" alt="Detectives Searching for Missing Lincoln County Man" loading="lazy"><div class="vc_gitem-zone-mini"></div></div></div><div class="vc_gitem-zone vc_gitem-zone-c vc_custom_1419240516480"><div class="vc_gitem-zone-mini"><div class="vc_gitem_row vc_row vc_gitem-row-position-top"><div class="vc_col-sm-12 vc_gitem-col vc_gitem-col-align-"><div class="vc_custom_heading vc_gitem-post-data vc_gitem-post-data-source-post_title" ><h4 style="text-align: left" >Detectives Searching for Missing Lincoln County Man</h4></div><div class="vc_custom_heading vc_gitem-post-data vc_gitem-post-data-source-post_excerpt" ><p style="text-align: left" ><p>Lincoln County Sheriff&#8217;s Detectives are asking for the public’s help in locating a man who was reported missing on May 6. He is Barett Ashley Baxter (a.k.a. Ashley Barrett Baxter).&hellip;</p> </p></div><div class="vc_btn3-container vc_btn3-left"><a class="vc_general vc_btn3 vc_btn3-size-md vc_btn3-shape-rounded vc_btn3-style-flat vc_btn3-color-juicy-pink" a href="https://whky.com/detectives-searching-for-missing-lincoln-county-man/" class="vc_gitem-link vc_general vc_btn3 vc_general vc_btn3 vc_btn3-size-md vc_btn3-shape-rounded vc_btn3-style-flat vc_btn3-color-juicy-pink" title="Read more">Read more</a></div></div></div></div></div></div><div class="vc_clearfix"></div></div><div class="vc_grid-item vc_clearfix vc_col-sm-3 vc_grid-item-zone-c-bottom"><div class="vc_grid-item-mini vc_clearfix "><div class="vc_gitem-animated-block" ><div class="vc_gitem-zone vc_gitem-zone-a vc-gitem-zone-height-mode-auto vc-gitem-zone-height-mode-auto-1-1 vc_gitem-is-link" style="background-image: url('https://whky.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/05/JFarrisheadshot-681x1024.jpg') !important;"><a href="https://whky.com/fred-t-foard-junior-named-north-carolinas-2025-free-spirit-scholar/" title="Fred T. Foard Junior Named North Carolina’s 2025 Free Spirit Scholar" class="vc_gitem-link vc-zone-link" ></a><img class="vc_gitem-zone-img" src="https://whky.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/05/JFarrisheadshot-681x1024.jpg" alt="Fred T. Foard Junior Named North Carolina’s 2025 Free Spirit Scholar" loading="lazy"><div class="vc_gitem-zone-mini"></div></div></div><div class="vc_gitem-zone vc_gitem-zone-c vc_custom_1419240516480"><div class="vc_gitem-zone-mini"><div class="vc_gitem_row vc_row vc_gitem-row-position-top"><div class="vc_col-sm-12 vc_gitem-col vc_gitem-col-align-"><div class="vc_custom_heading vc_gitem-post-data vc_gitem-post-data-source-post_title" ><h4 style="text-align: left" >Fred T. Foard Junior Named North Carolina’s 2025 Free Spirit Scholar</h4></div><div class="vc_custom_heading vc_gitem-post-data vc_gitem-post-data-source-post_excerpt" ><p style="text-align: left" ><p>Julia Farris, a junior at Fred T. Foard High School, has been selected as North Carolina’s 2025 Free Spirit Scholar by the Freedom Forum. This prestigious honor is awarded annually&hellip;</p> </p></div><div class="vc_btn3-container vc_btn3-left"><a class="vc_general vc_btn3 vc_btn3-size-md vc_btn3-shape-rounded vc_btn3-style-flat vc_btn3-color-juicy-pink" a href="https://whky.com/fred-t-foard-junior-named-north-carolinas-2025-free-spirit-scholar/" class="vc_gitem-link vc_general vc_btn3 vc_general vc_btn3 vc_btn3-size-md vc_btn3-shape-rounded vc_btn3-style-flat vc_btn3-color-juicy-pink" title="Read more">Read more</a></div></div></div></div></div></div><div class="vc_clearfix"></div></div><div class="vc_grid-item vc_clearfix vc_col-sm-3 vc_grid-item-zone-c-bottom"><div class="vc_grid-item-mini vc_clearfix "><div class="vc_gitem-animated-block" ><div class="vc_gitem-zone vc_gitem-zone-a vc-gitem-zone-height-mode-auto vc-gitem-zone-height-mode-auto-1-1 vc_gitem-is-link" style="background-image: url('https://whky.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/05/Armstrong-Willie-Picture-From-WACB-050825.jpg') !important;"><a href="https://whky.com/police-chief-in-catawba-county-indicted-on-charge-of-altering-stealing-or-destroying-evidence-in-murder-case/" title="Police Chief In Catawba County Indicted On Charge Of Altering, Stealing Or Destroying Evidence In Murder Case" class="vc_gitem-link vc-zone-link" ></a><img class="vc_gitem-zone-img" src="https://whky.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/05/Armstrong-Willie-Picture-From-WACB-050825.jpg" alt="Police Chief In Catawba County Indicted On Charge Of Altering, Stealing Or Destroying Evidence In Murder Case" loading="lazy"><div class="vc_gitem-zone-mini"></div></div></div><div class="vc_gitem-zone vc_gitem-zone-c vc_custom_1419240516480"><div class="vc_gitem-zone-mini"><div class="vc_gitem_row vc_row vc_gitem-row-position-top"><div class="vc_col-sm-12 vc_gitem-col vc_gitem-col-align-"><div class="vc_custom_heading vc_gitem-post-data vc_gitem-post-data-source-post_title" ><h4 style="text-align: left" >Police Chief In Catawba County Indicted On Charge Of Altering, Stealing Or Destroying Evidence In Murder Case</h4></div><div class="vc_custom_heading vc_gitem-post-data vc_gitem-post-data-source-post_excerpt" ><p style="text-align: left" ><p>A local police official has been indicted in connection to his investigation in a cold murder case. According to our news partner WACB, Brookford Police Chief Willie Armstrong turned himself&hellip;</p> </p></div><div class="vc_btn3-container vc_btn3-left"><a class="vc_general vc_btn3 vc_btn3-size-md vc_btn3-shape-rounded vc_btn3-style-flat vc_btn3-color-juicy-pink" a href="https://whky.com/police-chief-in-catawba-county-indicted-on-charge-of-altering-stealing-or-destroying-evidence-in-murder-case/" class="vc_gitem-link vc_general vc_btn3 vc_general vc_btn3 vc_btn3-size-md vc_btn3-shape-rounded vc_btn3-style-flat vc_btn3-color-juicy-pink" title="Read more">Read more</a></div></div></div></div></div></div><div class="vc_clearfix"></div></div><div class="vc_grid-item vc_clearfix vc_col-sm-3 vc_grid-item-zone-c-bottom"><div class="vc_grid-item-mini vc_clearfix "><div class="vc_gitem-animated-block" ><div class="vc_gitem-zone vc_gitem-zone-a vc-gitem-zone-height-mode-auto vc-gitem-zone-height-mode-auto-1-1 vc_gitem-is-link" style="background-image: url('https://whky.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/06/Statesville-PD-Patch-062022.jpg') !important;"><a href="https://whky.com/police-officer-involved-in-crash-while-responding-to-another-collision/" title="Police Officer Involved In Crash While Responding To Another Collision" class="vc_gitem-link vc-zone-link" ></a><img class="vc_gitem-zone-img" src="https://whky.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/06/Statesville-PD-Patch-062022.jpg" alt="Police Officer Involved In Crash While Responding To Another Collision" loading="lazy"><div class="vc_gitem-zone-mini"></div></div></div><div class="vc_gitem-zone vc_gitem-zone-c vc_custom_1419240516480"><div class="vc_gitem-zone-mini"><div class="vc_gitem_row vc_row vc_gitem-row-position-top"><div class="vc_col-sm-12 vc_gitem-col vc_gitem-col-align-"><div class="vc_custom_heading vc_gitem-post-data vc_gitem-post-data-source-post_title" ><h4 style="text-align: left" >Police Officer Involved In Crash While Responding To Another Collision</h4></div><div class="vc_custom_heading vc_gitem-post-data vc_gitem-post-data-source-post_excerpt" ><p style="text-align: left" ><p>A Statesville Police Officer was involved in a crash while responding to an emergency call. On Tuesday (May 6) at approximately 7:10 p.m., an officer responding to a vehicle collision&hellip;</p> </p></div><div class="vc_btn3-container vc_btn3-left"><a class="vc_general vc_btn3 vc_btn3-size-md vc_btn3-shape-rounded vc_btn3-style-flat vc_btn3-color-juicy-pink" a href="https://whky.com/police-officer-involved-in-crash-while-responding-to-another-collision/" class="vc_gitem-link vc_general vc_btn3 vc_general vc_btn3 vc_btn3-size-md vc_btn3-shape-rounded vc_btn3-style-flat vc_btn3-color-juicy-pink" title="Read more">Read more</a></div></div></div></div></div></div><div class="vc_clearfix"></div></div><div class="vc_grid-item vc_clearfix vc_col-sm-3 vc_grid-item-zone-c-bottom"><div class="vc_grid-item-mini vc_clearfix "><div class="vc_gitem-animated-block" ><div class="vc_gitem-zone vc_gitem-zone-a vc-gitem-zone-height-mode-auto vc-gitem-zone-height-mode-auto-1-1 vc_gitem-is-link" style="background-image: url('https://whky.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/06/Alexander-County-Seal-062122.jpg') !important;"><a href="https://whky.com/recreation-needs-discussed-by-alexander-county-officials/" title="Recreation Needs Discussed By Alexander County Officials" class="vc_gitem-link vc-zone-link" ></a><img class="vc_gitem-zone-img" src="https://whky.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/06/Alexander-County-Seal-062122.jpg" alt="Recreation Needs Discussed By Alexander County Officials" loading="lazy"><div class="vc_gitem-zone-mini"></div></div></div><div class="vc_gitem-zone vc_gitem-zone-c vc_custom_1419240516480"><div class="vc_gitem-zone-mini"><div class="vc_gitem_row vc_row vc_gitem-row-position-top"><div class="vc_col-sm-12 vc_gitem-col vc_gitem-col-align-"><div class="vc_custom_heading vc_gitem-post-data vc_gitem-post-data-source-post_title" ><h4 style="text-align: left" >Recreation Needs Discussed By Alexander County Officials</h4></div><div class="vc_custom_heading vc_gitem-post-data vc_gitem-post-data-source-post_excerpt" ><p style="text-align: left" ><p>With the recent completion of improvements at Bethlehem Park, Alexander County leaders and staff are discussing other parks and recreation needs. At Monday night’s (May 5) meeting, the Alexander County&hellip;</p> </p></div><div class="vc_btn3-container vc_btn3-left"><a class="vc_general vc_btn3 vc_btn3-size-md vc_btn3-shape-rounded vc_btn3-style-flat vc_btn3-color-juicy-pink" a href="https://whky.com/recreation-needs-discussed-by-alexander-county-officials/" class="vc_gitem-link vc_general vc_btn3 vc_general vc_btn3 vc_btn3-size-md vc_btn3-shape-rounded vc_btn3-style-flat vc_btn3-color-juicy-pink" title="Read more">Read more</a></div></div></div></div></div></div><div class="vc_clearfix"></div></div><div class="vc_grid-item vc_clearfix vc_col-sm-3 vc_grid-item-zone-c-bottom"><div class="vc_grid-item-mini vc_clearfix "><div class="vc_gitem-animated-block" ><div class="vc_gitem-zone vc_gitem-zone-a vc-gitem-zone-height-mode-auto vc-gitem-zone-height-mode-auto-1-1 vc_gitem-is-link" style="background-image: url('https://whky.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/07/NCDHHS-Logo-071624.jpg') !important;"><a href="https://whky.com/n-c-health-officials-launch-to-assist-those-with-disabilities-in-workplace/" title="N.C. Health Officials Launch To Assist Those With Disabilities In Workplace" class="vc_gitem-link vc-zone-link" ></a><img class="vc_gitem-zone-img" src="https://whky.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/07/NCDHHS-Logo-071624.jpg" alt="N.C. Health Officials Launch To Assist Those With Disabilities In Workplace" loading="lazy"><div class="vc_gitem-zone-mini"></div></div></div><div class="vc_gitem-zone vc_gitem-zone-c vc_custom_1419240516480"><div class="vc_gitem-zone-mini"><div class="vc_gitem_row vc_row vc_gitem-row-position-top"><div class="vc_col-sm-12 vc_gitem-col vc_gitem-col-align-"><div class="vc_custom_heading vc_gitem-post-data vc_gitem-post-data-source-post_title" ><h4 style="text-align: left" >N.C. Health Officials Launch To Assist Those With Disabilities In Workplace</h4></div><div class="vc_custom_heading vc_gitem-post-data vc_gitem-post-data-source-post_excerpt" ><p style="text-align: left" ><p>The North Carolina Department of Health and Human Services (NCDHHS) has announced the launch of a digital resource to help people with disabilities in the workforce. North Carolina DB101 was&hellip;</p> </p></div><div class="vc_btn3-container vc_btn3-left"><a class="vc_general vc_btn3 vc_btn3-size-md vc_btn3-shape-rounded vc_btn3-style-flat vc_btn3-color-juicy-pink" a href="https://whky.com/n-c-health-officials-launch-to-assist-those-with-disabilities-in-workplace/" class="vc_gitem-link vc_general vc_btn3 vc_general vc_btn3 vc_btn3-size-md vc_btn3-shape-rounded vc_btn3-style-flat vc_btn3-color-juicy-pink" title="Read more">Read more</a></div></div></div></div></div></div><div class="vc_clearfix"></div></div><div class="vc_grid-item vc_clearfix vc_col-sm-3 vc_grid-item-zone-c-bottom"><div class="vc_grid-item-mini vc_clearfix "><div class="vc_gitem-animated-block" ><div class="vc_gitem-zone vc_gitem-zone-a vc-gitem-zone-height-mode-auto vc-gitem-zone-height-mode-auto-1-1 vc_gitem-is-link" style="background-image: url('https://whky.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/05/Motorcycle-Crash-News-Graphic-050825.jpg') !important;"><a href="https://whky.com/motorcyclist-sustains-serious-injuries-in-crash/" title="Motorcyclist Sustains Serious Injuries In Crash" class="vc_gitem-link vc-zone-link" ></a><img class="vc_gitem-zone-img" src="https://whky.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/05/Motorcycle-Crash-News-Graphic-050825.jpg" alt="Motorcyclist Sustains Serious Injuries In Crash" loading="lazy"><div class="vc_gitem-zone-mini"></div></div></div><div class="vc_gitem-zone vc_gitem-zone-c vc_custom_1419240516480"><div class="vc_gitem-zone-mini"><div class="vc_gitem_row vc_row vc_gitem-row-position-top"><div class="vc_col-sm-12 vc_gitem-col vc_gitem-col-align-"><div class="vc_custom_heading vc_gitem-post-data vc_gitem-post-data-source-post_title" ><h4 style="text-align: left" >Motorcyclist Sustains Serious Injuries In Crash</h4></div><div class="vc_custom_heading vc_gitem-post-data vc_gitem-post-data-source-post_excerpt" ><p style="text-align: left" ><p>The Statesville Police Department is investigating a serious injury collision that occurred Tuesday (May 6) shortly after 7 p.m. at the intersection of Garner Bagnal Boulevard and Buffalo Shoals Road.&hellip;</p> </p></div><div class="vc_btn3-container vc_btn3-left"><a class="vc_general vc_btn3 vc_btn3-size-md vc_btn3-shape-rounded vc_btn3-style-flat vc_btn3-color-juicy-pink" a href="https://whky.com/motorcyclist-sustains-serious-injuries-in-crash/" class="vc_gitem-link vc_general vc_btn3 vc_general vc_btn3 vc_btn3-size-md vc_btn3-shape-rounded vc_btn3-style-flat vc_btn3-color-juicy-pink" title="Read more">Read more</a></div></div></div></div></div></div><div class="vc_clearfix"></div></div><div class="vc_grid-item vc_clearfix vc_col-sm-3 vc_grid-item-zone-c-bottom"><div class="vc_grid-item-mini vc_clearfix "><div class="vc_gitem-animated-block" ><div class="vc_gitem-zone vc_gitem-zone-a vc-gitem-zone-height-mode-auto vc-gitem-zone-height-mode-auto-1-1 vc_gitem-is-link" style="background-image: url('https://whky.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/05/U.S.-News-Best-Rankings-Graphic-050825.jpg') !important;"><a href="https://whky.com/n-c-ranked-in-top-ten-for-best-economy-best-growth-by-national-publication/" title="N.C. Ranked In Top Ten For Best Economy &#038; Best Growth By National Publication" class="vc_gitem-link vc-zone-link" ></a><img class="vc_gitem-zone-img" src="https://whky.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/05/U.S.-News-Best-Rankings-Graphic-050825.jpg" alt="N.C. Ranked In Top Ten For Best Economy & Best Growth By National Publication" loading="lazy"><div class="vc_gitem-zone-mini"></div></div></div><div class="vc_gitem-zone vc_gitem-zone-c vc_custom_1419240516480"><div class="vc_gitem-zone-mini"><div class="vc_gitem_row vc_row vc_gitem-row-position-top"><div class="vc_col-sm-12 vc_gitem-col vc_gitem-col-align-"><div class="vc_custom_heading vc_gitem-post-data vc_gitem-post-data-source-post_title" ><h4 style="text-align: left" >N.C. Ranked In Top Ten For Best Economy &#038; Best Growth By National Publication</h4></div><div class="vc_custom_heading vc_gitem-post-data vc_gitem-post-data-source-post_excerpt" ><p style="text-align: left" ><p>North Carolina has been recognized for the #7 Best Economy and #5 Best Growth in the country by U.S. News &amp; World Report. The Best States rankings evaluate all 50&hellip;</p> </p></div><div class="vc_btn3-container vc_btn3-left"><a class="vc_general vc_btn3 vc_btn3-size-md vc_btn3-shape-rounded vc_btn3-style-flat vc_btn3-color-juicy-pink" a href="https://whky.com/n-c-ranked-in-top-ten-for-best-economy-best-growth-by-national-publication/" class="vc_gitem-link vc_general vc_btn3 vc_general vc_btn3 vc_btn3-size-md vc_btn3-shape-rounded vc_btn3-style-flat vc_btn3-color-juicy-pink" title="Read more">Read more</a></div></div></div></div></div></div><div class="vc_clearfix"></div></div><div class="vc_grid-item vc_clearfix vc_col-sm-3 vc_grid-item-zone-c-bottom"><div class="vc_grid-item-mini vc_clearfix "><div class="vc_gitem-animated-block" ><div class="vc_gitem-zone vc_gitem-zone-a vc-gitem-zone-height-mode-auto vc-gitem-zone-height-mode-auto-1-1 vc_gitem-is-link" style="background-image: url('https://whky.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/05/IMG_3691.jpeg') !important;"><a href="https://whky.com/hickory-woman-sentenced-to-minimum-six-year-term-in-connection-to-fatal-crash/" title="Hickory Woman Sentenced To Minimum Six-Year Term In Connection To Fatal Crash" class="vc_gitem-link vc-zone-link" ></a><img class="vc_gitem-zone-img" src="https://whky.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/05/IMG_3691.jpeg" alt="Hickory Woman Sentenced To Minimum Six-Year Term In Connection To Fatal Crash" loading="lazy"><div class="vc_gitem-zone-mini"></div></div></div><div class="vc_gitem-zone vc_gitem-zone-c vc_custom_1419240516480"><div class="vc_gitem-zone-mini"><div class="vc_gitem_row vc_row vc_gitem-row-position-top"><div class="vc_col-sm-12 vc_gitem-col vc_gitem-col-align-"><div class="vc_custom_heading vc_gitem-post-data vc_gitem-post-data-source-post_title" ><h4 style="text-align: left" >Hickory Woman Sentenced To Minimum Six-Year Term In Connection To Fatal Crash</h4></div><div class="vc_custom_heading vc_gitem-post-data vc_gitem-post-data-source-post_excerpt" ><p style="text-align: left" ><p>31-year-old Stephanie Leighann Harris of Hickory, was sentenced to serve six to eight years in prison following her conviction for aggravated felony death by vehicle, driving while impaired and driving&hellip;</p> </p></div><div class="vc_btn3-container vc_btn3-left"><a class="vc_general vc_btn3 vc_btn3-size-md vc_btn3-shape-rounded vc_btn3-style-flat vc_btn3-color-juicy-pink" a href="https://whky.com/hickory-woman-sentenced-to-minimum-six-year-term-in-connection-to-fatal-crash/" class="vc_gitem-link vc_general vc_btn3 vc_general vc_btn3 vc_btn3-size-md vc_btn3-shape-rounded vc_btn3-style-flat vc_btn3-color-juicy-pink" title="Read more">Read more</a></div></div></div></div></div></div><div class="vc_clearfix"></div></div><div class="vc_grid-item vc_clearfix vc_col-sm-3 vc_grid-item-zone-c-bottom"><div class="vc_grid-item-mini vc_clearfix "><div class="vc_gitem-animated-block" ><div class="vc_gitem-zone vc_gitem-zone-a vc-gitem-zone-height-mode-auto vc-gitem-zone-height-mode-auto-1-1 vc_gitem-is-link" style="background-image: url('https://whky.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/05/Morganton-Accident-W-Fleming-Dr-050725.jpg') !important;"><a href="https://whky.com/several-injuries-in-tuesday-night-crash-in-morganton/" title="Several Injuries in Tuesday Night Crash in Morganton" class="vc_gitem-link vc-zone-link" ></a><img class="vc_gitem-zone-img" src="https://whky.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/05/Morganton-Accident-W-Fleming-Dr-050725.jpg" alt="Several Injuries in Tuesday Night Crash in Morganton" loading="lazy"><div class="vc_gitem-zone-mini"></div></div></div><div class="vc_gitem-zone vc_gitem-zone-c vc_custom_1419240516480"><div class="vc_gitem-zone-mini"><div class="vc_gitem_row vc_row vc_gitem-row-position-top"><div class="vc_col-sm-12 vc_gitem-col vc_gitem-col-align-"><div class="vc_custom_heading vc_gitem-post-data vc_gitem-post-data-source-post_title" ><h4 style="text-align: left" >Several Injuries in Tuesday Night Crash in Morganton</h4></div><div class="vc_custom_heading vc_gitem-post-data vc_gitem-post-data-source-post_excerpt" ><p style="text-align: left" ><p>Just after 9:20 last night (May 6), Morganton Public Safety responded to an accident on West Fleming Drive in front of Buffalo Wild Wings. Witnesses on the scene reported that&hellip;</p> </p></div><div class="vc_btn3-container vc_btn3-left"><a class="vc_general vc_btn3 vc_btn3-size-md vc_btn3-shape-rounded vc_btn3-style-flat vc_btn3-color-juicy-pink" a href="https://whky.com/several-injuries-in-tuesday-night-crash-in-morganton/" class="vc_gitem-link vc_general vc_btn3 vc_general vc_btn3 vc_btn3-size-md vc_btn3-shape-rounded vc_btn3-style-flat vc_btn3-color-juicy-pink" title="Read more">Read more</a></div></div></div></div></div></div><div class="vc_clearfix"></div></div><div class="vc_grid-item vc_clearfix vc_col-sm-3 vc_grid-item-zone-c-bottom"><div class="vc_grid-item-mini vc_clearfix "><div class="vc_gitem-animated-block" ><div class="vc_gitem-zone vc_gitem-zone-a vc-gitem-zone-height-mode-auto vc-gitem-zone-height-mode-auto-1-1 vc_gitem-is-link" style="background-image: url('https://whky.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/05/IMG_3649.png') !important;"><a href="https://whky.com/hickory-city-council-meets-items-related-to-speed-limits-approved/" title="Hickory City Council Meets, Items Related To Speed Limits Approved" class="vc_gitem-link vc-zone-link" ></a><img class="vc_gitem-zone-img" src="https://whky.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/05/IMG_3649.png" alt="Hickory City Council Meets, Items Related To Speed Limits Approved" loading="lazy"><div class="vc_gitem-zone-mini"></div></div></div><div class="vc_gitem-zone vc_gitem-zone-c vc_custom_1419240516480"><div class="vc_gitem-zone-mini"><div class="vc_gitem_row vc_row vc_gitem-row-position-top"><div class="vc_col-sm-12 vc_gitem-col vc_gitem-col-align-"><div class="vc_custom_heading vc_gitem-post-data vc_gitem-post-data-source-post_title" ><h4 style="text-align: left" >Hickory City Council Meets, Items Related To Speed Limits Approved</h4></div><div class="vc_custom_heading vc_gitem-post-data vc_gitem-post-data-source-post_excerpt" ><p style="text-align: left" ><p>Hickory City Council met in regular session Tuesday night (May 6). Minutes, second readings, and the consent agenda were all approved. Under Reaffirmation and Ratification of Second Readings was the&hellip;</p> </p></div><div class="vc_btn3-container vc_btn3-left"><a class="vc_general vc_btn3 vc_btn3-size-md vc_btn3-shape-rounded vc_btn3-style-flat vc_btn3-color-juicy-pink" a href="https://whky.com/hickory-city-council-meets-items-related-to-speed-limits-approved/" class="vc_gitem-link vc_general vc_btn3 vc_general vc_btn3 vc_btn3-size-md vc_btn3-shape-rounded vc_btn3-style-flat vc_btn3-color-juicy-pink" title="Read more">Read more</a></div></div></div></div></div></div><div class="vc_clearfix"></div></div><div class="vc_grid-item vc_clearfix vc_col-sm-3 vc_grid-item-zone-c-bottom"><div class="vc_grid-item-mini vc_clearfix "><div class="vc_gitem-animated-block" ><div class="vc_gitem-zone vc_gitem-zone-a vc-gitem-zone-height-mode-auto vc-gitem-zone-height-mode-auto-1-1 vc_gitem-is-link" style="background-image: url('https://whky.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/05/NCDIT-Logo-050725.jpg') !important;"><a href="https://whky.com/funding-awarded-to-provide-internet-access-to-several-hickory-metro-homes/" title="Funding Awarded To Provide Internet Access To Several Hickory Metro Homes" class="vc_gitem-link vc-zone-link" ></a><img class="vc_gitem-zone-img" src="https://whky.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/05/NCDIT-Logo-050725.jpg" alt="Funding Awarded To Provide Internet Access To Several Hickory Metro Homes" loading="lazy"><div class="vc_gitem-zone-mini"></div></div></div><div class="vc_gitem-zone vc_gitem-zone-c vc_custom_1419240516480"><div class="vc_gitem-zone-mini"><div class="vc_gitem_row vc_row vc_gitem-row-position-top"><div class="vc_col-sm-12 vc_gitem-col vc_gitem-col-align-"><div class="vc_custom_heading vc_gitem-post-data vc_gitem-post-data-source-post_title" ><h4 style="text-align: left" >Funding Awarded To Provide Internet Access To Several Hickory Metro Homes</h4></div><div class="vc_custom_heading vc_gitem-post-data vc_gitem-post-data-source-post_excerpt" ><p style="text-align: left" ><p>Governor Josh Stein announced more than $63 million in Completing Access to Broadband (CAB) program projects to connect 18,889 households and businesses in 30 counties to high-speed internet. Hickory Metro&hellip;</p> </p></div><div class="vc_btn3-container vc_btn3-left"><a class="vc_general vc_btn3 vc_btn3-size-md vc_btn3-shape-rounded vc_btn3-style-flat vc_btn3-color-juicy-pink" a href="https://whky.com/funding-awarded-to-provide-internet-access-to-several-hickory-metro-homes/" class="vc_gitem-link vc_general vc_btn3 vc_general vc_btn3 vc_btn3-size-md vc_btn3-shape-rounded vc_btn3-style-flat vc_btn3-color-juicy-pink" title="Read more">Read more</a></div></div></div></div></div></div><div class="vc_clearfix"></div></div><div class="vc_grid-item vc_clearfix vc_col-sm-3 vc_grid-item-zone-c-bottom"><div class="vc_grid-item-mini vc_clearfix "><div class="vc_gitem-animated-block" ><div class="vc_gitem-zone vc_gitem-zone-a vc-gitem-zone-height-mode-auto vc-gitem-zone-height-mode-auto-1-1 vc_gitem-is-link" style="background-image: url('https://whky.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/12/Catawba-County-New-Logo-031919.jpg') !important;"><a href="https://whky.com/catawba-county-commissioners-meet-approve-several-items/" title="Catawba County Commissioners Meet, Approve Several Items" class="vc_gitem-link vc-zone-link" ></a><img class="vc_gitem-zone-img" src="https://whky.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/12/Catawba-County-New-Logo-031919.jpg" alt="Catawba County Commissioners Meet, Approve Several Items" loading="lazy"><div class="vc_gitem-zone-mini"></div></div></div><div class="vc_gitem-zone vc_gitem-zone-c vc_custom_1419240516480"><div class="vc_gitem-zone-mini"><div class="vc_gitem_row vc_row vc_gitem-row-position-top"><div class="vc_col-sm-12 vc_gitem-col vc_gitem-col-align-"><div class="vc_custom_heading vc_gitem-post-data vc_gitem-post-data-source-post_title" ><h4 style="text-align: left" >Catawba County Commissioners Meet, Approve Several Items</h4></div><div class="vc_custom_heading vc_gitem-post-data vc_gitem-post-data-source-post_excerpt" ><p style="text-align: left" ><p>The Catawba County Board of Commissioners met in regular session Monday (May 5). There were eleven Consent Agenda items presented. Those items included the following: The Policy and Public Works&hellip;</p> </p></div><div class="vc_btn3-container vc_btn3-left"><a class="vc_general vc_btn3 vc_btn3-size-md vc_btn3-shape-rounded vc_btn3-style-flat vc_btn3-color-juicy-pink" a href="https://whky.com/catawba-county-commissioners-meet-approve-several-items/" class="vc_gitem-link vc_general vc_btn3 vc_general vc_btn3 vc_btn3-size-md vc_btn3-shape-rounded vc_btn3-style-flat vc_btn3-color-juicy-pink" title="Read more">Read more</a></div></div></div></div></div></div><div class="vc_clearfix"></div></div><div class="vc_grid-item vc_clearfix vc_col-sm-3 vc_grid-item-zone-c-bottom"><div class="vc_grid-item-mini vc_clearfix "><div class="vc_gitem-animated-block" ><div class="vc_gitem-zone vc_gitem-zone-a vc-gitem-zone-height-mode-auto vc-gitem-zone-height-mode-auto-1-1 vc_gitem-is-link" style="background-image: url('https://whky.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/09/Burke-County-Seal-093024.jpg') !important;"><a href="https://whky.com/burke-county-provides-update-on-private-road-and-bridge-program/" title="Burke County Provides Update On Private Road And Bridge Program" class="vc_gitem-link vc-zone-link" ></a><img class="vc_gitem-zone-img" src="https://whky.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/09/Burke-County-Seal-093024.jpg" alt="Burke County Provides Update On Private Road And Bridge Program" loading="lazy"><div class="vc_gitem-zone-mini"></div></div></div><div class="vc_gitem-zone vc_gitem-zone-c vc_custom_1419240516480"><div class="vc_gitem-zone-mini"><div class="vc_gitem_row vc_row vc_gitem-row-position-top"><div class="vc_col-sm-12 vc_gitem-col vc_gitem-col-align-"><div class="vc_custom_heading vc_gitem-post-data vc_gitem-post-data-source-post_title" ><h4 style="text-align: left" >Burke County Provides Update On Private Road And Bridge Program</h4></div><div class="vc_custom_heading vc_gitem-post-data vc_gitem-post-data-source-post_excerpt" ><p style="text-align: left" ><p>In coordination with the North Carolina Emergency Management (NCEM), Burke County shared an update on the North Carolina Private Road and Bridge (NC-PRB) Program. Since the launch of the online&hellip;</p> </p></div><div class="vc_btn3-container vc_btn3-left"><a class="vc_general vc_btn3 vc_btn3-size-md vc_btn3-shape-rounded vc_btn3-style-flat vc_btn3-color-juicy-pink" a href="https://whky.com/burke-county-provides-update-on-private-road-and-bridge-program/" class="vc_gitem-link vc_general vc_btn3 vc_general vc_btn3 vc_btn3-size-md vc_btn3-shape-rounded vc_btn3-style-flat vc_btn3-color-juicy-pink" title="Read more">Read more</a></div></div></div></div></div></div><div class="vc_clearfix"></div></div><div class="vc_grid-item vc_clearfix vc_col-sm-3 vc_grid-item-zone-c-bottom"><div class="vc_grid-item-mini vc_clearfix "><div class="vc_gitem-animated-block" ><div class="vc_gitem-zone vc_gitem-zone-a vc-gitem-zone-height-mode-auto vc-gitem-zone-height-mode-auto-1-1 vc_gitem-is-link" style="background-image: url('https://whky.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/05/EnergyUnited-Sign-050725.jpg') !important;"><a href="https://whky.com/local-energy-cooperative-offering-education-grants/" title="Local Energy Cooperative Offering Education Grants" class="vc_gitem-link vc-zone-link" ></a><img class="vc_gitem-zone-img" src="https://whky.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/05/EnergyUnited-Sign-050725.jpg" alt="Local Energy Cooperative Offering Education Grants" loading="lazy"><div class="vc_gitem-zone-mini"></div></div></div><div class="vc_gitem-zone vc_gitem-zone-c vc_custom_1419240516480"><div class="vc_gitem-zone-mini"><div class="vc_gitem_row vc_row vc_gitem-row-position-top"><div class="vc_col-sm-12 vc_gitem-col vc_gitem-col-align-"><div class="vc_custom_heading vc_gitem-post-data vc_gitem-post-data-source-post_title" ><h4 style="text-align: left" >Local Energy Cooperative Offering Education Grants</h4></div><div class="vc_custom_heading vc_gitem-post-data vc_gitem-post-data-source-post_excerpt" ><p style="text-align: left" ><p>EnergyUnited is calling on educators to submit their ‘Bright Idea’ for a chance to bring their dream classroom project to life. The local electric cooperative is awarding grants of up&hellip;</p> </p></div><div class="vc_btn3-container vc_btn3-left"><a class="vc_general vc_btn3 vc_btn3-size-md vc_btn3-shape-rounded vc_btn3-style-flat vc_btn3-color-juicy-pink" a href="https://whky.com/local-energy-cooperative-offering-education-grants/" class="vc_gitem-link vc_general vc_btn3 vc_general vc_btn3 vc_btn3-size-md vc_btn3-shape-rounded vc_btn3-style-flat vc_btn3-color-juicy-pink" title="Read more">Read more</a></div></div></div></div></div></div><div class="vc_clearfix"></div></div><div class="vc_grid-item vc_clearfix vc_col-sm-3 vc_grid-item-zone-c-bottom"><div class="vc_grid-item-mini vc_clearfix "><div class="vc_gitem-animated-block" ><div class="vc_gitem-zone vc_gitem-zone-a vc-gitem-zone-height-mode-auto vc-gitem-zone-height-mode-auto-1-1 vc_gitem-is-link" style="background-image: url('https://whky.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/05/Visit-Hickory-NC-City-Photo-1024x682.jpeg') !important;"><a href="https://whky.com/visit-hickory-nc-highlights-the-power-of-travel-during-national-travel-tourism-week-2025/" title="Visit Hickory, NC Highlights The Power of Travel During National Travel &#038; Tourism Week 2025" class="vc_gitem-link vc-zone-link" ></a><img class="vc_gitem-zone-img" src="https://whky.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/05/Visit-Hickory-NC-City-Photo-1024x682.jpeg" alt="Visit Hickory, NC Highlights The Power of Travel During National Travel & Tourism Week 2025" loading="lazy"><div class="vc_gitem-zone-mini"></div></div></div><div class="vc_gitem-zone vc_gitem-zone-c vc_custom_1419240516480"><div class="vc_gitem-zone-mini"><div class="vc_gitem_row vc_row vc_gitem-row-position-top"><div class="vc_col-sm-12 vc_gitem-col vc_gitem-col-align-"><div class="vc_custom_heading vc_gitem-post-data vc_gitem-post-data-source-post_title" ><h4 style="text-align: left" >Visit Hickory, NC Highlights The Power of Travel During National Travel &#038; Tourism Week 2025</h4></div><div class="vc_custom_heading vc_gitem-post-data vc_gitem-post-data-source-post_excerpt" ><p style="text-align: left" ><p>It is National Travel and Tourism Week (NTTW), and Visit Hickory, NC is ready to talk about why travel matters more than ever. “Travel is one of our nation&#8217;s most&hellip;</p> </p></div><div class="vc_btn3-container vc_btn3-left"><a class="vc_general vc_btn3 vc_btn3-size-md vc_btn3-shape-rounded vc_btn3-style-flat vc_btn3-color-juicy-pink" a href="https://whky.com/visit-hickory-nc-highlights-the-power-of-travel-during-national-travel-tourism-week-2025/" class="vc_gitem-link vc_general vc_btn3 vc_general vc_btn3 vc_btn3-size-md vc_btn3-shape-rounded vc_btn3-style-flat vc_btn3-color-juicy-pink" title="Read more">Read more</a></div></div></div></div></div></div><div class="vc_clearfix"></div></div><div class="vc_grid-item vc_clearfix vc_col-sm-3 vc_grid-item-zone-c-bottom"><div class="vc_grid-item-mini vc_clearfix "><div class="vc_gitem-animated-block" ><div class="vc_gitem-zone vc_gitem-zone-a vc-gitem-zone-height-mode-auto vc-gitem-zone-height-mode-auto-1-1 vc_gitem-is-link" style="background-image: url('https://whky.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/05/Ervin-Christopher-Phillip-050625.jpg') !important;"><a href="https://whky.com/boone-man-charged-with-murder-in-connection-to-death-of-hickory-resident/" title="Boone Man Charged With Murder In Connection To Death Of Hickory Resident" class="vc_gitem-link vc-zone-link" ></a><img class="vc_gitem-zone-img" src="https://whky.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/05/Ervin-Christopher-Phillip-050625.jpg" alt="Boone Man Charged With Murder In Connection To Death Of Hickory Resident" loading="lazy"><div class="vc_gitem-zone-mini"></div></div></div><div class="vc_gitem-zone vc_gitem-zone-c vc_custom_1419240516480"><div class="vc_gitem-zone-mini"><div class="vc_gitem_row vc_row vc_gitem-row-position-top"><div class="vc_col-sm-12 vc_gitem-col vc_gitem-col-align-"><div class="vc_custom_heading vc_gitem-post-data vc_gitem-post-data-source-post_title" ><h4 style="text-align: left" >Boone Man Charged With Murder In Connection To Death Of Hickory Resident</h4></div><div class="vc_custom_heading vc_gitem-post-data vc_gitem-post-data-source-post_excerpt" ><p style="text-align: left" ><p>A Watauga County resident is charged in connection to the death of a Hickory man. 46-year-old Christopher Phillip Ervin of Boone is charged by authorities in Watauga County with felony&hellip;</p> </p></div><div class="vc_btn3-container vc_btn3-left"><a class="vc_general vc_btn3 vc_btn3-size-md vc_btn3-shape-rounded vc_btn3-style-flat vc_btn3-color-juicy-pink" a href="https://whky.com/boone-man-charged-with-murder-in-connection-to-death-of-hickory-resident/" class="vc_gitem-link vc_general vc_btn3 vc_general vc_btn3 vc_btn3-size-md vc_btn3-shape-rounded vc_btn3-style-flat vc_btn3-color-juicy-pink" title="Read more">Read more</a></div></div></div></div></div></div><div class="vc_clearfix"></div></div><div class="vc_grid-item vc_clearfix vc_col-sm-3 vc_grid-item-zone-c-bottom"><div class="vc_grid-item-mini vc_clearfix "><div class="vc_gitem-animated-block" ><div class="vc_gitem-zone vc_gitem-zone-a vc-gitem-zone-height-mode-auto vc-gitem-zone-height-mode-auto-1-1 vc_gitem-is-link" style="background-image: url('https://whky.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/05/New-Outdoor-State-Patrick-Beaver-Library-050625.jpg') !important;"><a href="https://whky.com/ribbon-cutting-scheduled-for-new-stage-at-local-library/" title="Ribbon Cutting Scheduled For New Stage At Local Library" class="vc_gitem-link vc-zone-link" ></a><img class="vc_gitem-zone-img" src="https://whky.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/05/New-Outdoor-State-Patrick-Beaver-Library-050625.jpg" alt="Ribbon Cutting Scheduled For New Stage At Local Library" loading="lazy"><div class="vc_gitem-zone-mini"></div></div></div><div class="vc_gitem-zone vc_gitem-zone-c vc_custom_1419240516480"><div class="vc_gitem-zone-mini"><div class="vc_gitem_row vc_row vc_gitem-row-position-top"><div class="vc_col-sm-12 vc_gitem-col vc_gitem-col-align-"><div class="vc_custom_heading vc_gitem-post-data vc_gitem-post-data-source-post_title" ><h4 style="text-align: left" >Ribbon Cutting Scheduled For New Stage At Local Library</h4></div><div class="vc_custom_heading vc_gitem-post-data vc_gitem-post-data-source-post_excerpt" ><p style="text-align: left" ><p>Hickory Public Library will host a special ribbon-cutting ceremony to celebrate the opening of the new outdoor stage at Patrick Beaver Memorial Library. The ceremony is scheduled for this Saturday,&hellip;</p> </p></div><div class="vc_btn3-container vc_btn3-left"><a class="vc_general vc_btn3 vc_btn3-size-md vc_btn3-shape-rounded vc_btn3-style-flat vc_btn3-color-juicy-pink" a href="https://whky.com/ribbon-cutting-scheduled-for-new-stage-at-local-library/" class="vc_gitem-link vc_general vc_btn3 vc_general vc_btn3 vc_btn3-size-md vc_btn3-shape-rounded vc_btn3-style-flat vc_btn3-color-juicy-pink" title="Read more">Read more</a></div></div></div></div></div></div><div class="vc_clearfix"></div></div><div class="vc_grid-item vc_clearfix vc_col-sm-3 vc_grid-item-zone-c-bottom"><div class="vc_grid-item-mini vc_clearfix "><div class="vc_gitem-animated-block" ><div class="vc_gitem-zone vc_gitem-zone-a vc-gitem-zone-height-mode-auto vc-gitem-zone-height-mode-auto-1-1 vc_gitem-is-link" style="background-image: url('https://whky.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/05/Fire-Hydrant-Pic-Newton-050625-1024x682.jpg') !important;"><a href="https://whky.com/fire-hydrant-testing-underway-in-newton/" title="Fire Hydrant Testing Underway In Newton" class="vc_gitem-link vc-zone-link" ></a><img class="vc_gitem-zone-img" src="https://whky.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/05/Fire-Hydrant-Pic-Newton-050625-1024x682.jpg" alt="Fire Hydrant Testing Underway In Newton" loading="lazy"><div class="vc_gitem-zone-mini"></div></div></div><div class="vc_gitem-zone vc_gitem-zone-c vc_custom_1419240516480"><div class="vc_gitem-zone-mini"><div class="vc_gitem_row vc_row vc_gitem-row-position-top"><div class="vc_col-sm-12 vc_gitem-col vc_gitem-col-align-"><div class="vc_custom_heading vc_gitem-post-data vc_gitem-post-data-source-post_title" ><h4 style="text-align: left" >Fire Hydrant Testing Underway In Newton</h4></div><div class="vc_custom_heading vc_gitem-post-data vc_gitem-post-data-source-post_excerpt" ><p style="text-align: left" ><p>The City of Newton Fire Department has started conducting routine fire hydrant flow testing throughout the city’s fire district. This work will take place over several weeks to ensure each&hellip;</p> </p></div><div class="vc_btn3-container vc_btn3-left"><a class="vc_general vc_btn3 vc_btn3-size-md vc_btn3-shape-rounded vc_btn3-style-flat vc_btn3-color-juicy-pink" a href="https://whky.com/fire-hydrant-testing-underway-in-newton/" class="vc_gitem-link vc_general vc_btn3 vc_general vc_btn3 vc_btn3-size-md vc_btn3-shape-rounded vc_btn3-style-flat vc_btn3-color-juicy-pink" title="Read more">Read more</a></div></div></div></div></div></div><div class="vc_clearfix"></div></div><div class="vc_grid-item vc_clearfix vc_col-sm-3 vc_grid-item-zone-c-bottom"><div class="vc_grid-item-mini vc_clearfix "><div class="vc_gitem-animated-block" ><div class="vc_gitem-zone vc_gitem-zone-a vc-gitem-zone-height-mode-auto vc-gitem-zone-height-mode-auto-1-1 vc_gitem-is-link" style="background-image: url('https://whky.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/05/Alexander-County-Summer-Concert-Series-Flyer-050625-663x1024.jpg') !important;"><a href="https://whky.com/summer-concert-series-to-get-underway-in-alexander-county/" title="Summer Concert Series To Get Underway In Alexander County" class="vc_gitem-link vc-zone-link" ></a><img class="vc_gitem-zone-img" src="https://whky.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/05/Alexander-County-Summer-Concert-Series-Flyer-050625-663x1024.jpg" alt="Summer Concert Series To Get Underway In Alexander County" loading="lazy"><div class="vc_gitem-zone-mini"></div></div></div><div class="vc_gitem-zone vc_gitem-zone-c vc_custom_1419240516480"><div class="vc_gitem-zone-mini"><div class="vc_gitem_row vc_row vc_gitem-row-position-top"><div class="vc_col-sm-12 vc_gitem-col vc_gitem-col-align-"><div class="vc_custom_heading vc_gitem-post-data vc_gitem-post-data-source-post_title" ><h4 style="text-align: left" >Summer Concert Series To Get Underway In Alexander County</h4></div><div class="vc_custom_heading vc_gitem-post-data vc_gitem-post-data-source-post_excerpt" ><p style="text-align: left" ><p>Alexander County has announced the 2025 Summer Concert Series on the Rotary Performance Stage at Alexander County Courthouse Park in downtown Taylorsville. The free concerts are scheduled for this Saturday,&hellip;</p> </p></div><div class="vc_btn3-container vc_btn3-left"><a class="vc_general vc_btn3 vc_btn3-size-md vc_btn3-shape-rounded vc_btn3-style-flat vc_btn3-color-juicy-pink" a href="https://whky.com/summer-concert-series-to-get-underway-in-alexander-county/" class="vc_gitem-link vc_general vc_btn3 vc_general vc_btn3 vc_btn3-size-md vc_btn3-shape-rounded vc_btn3-style-flat vc_btn3-color-juicy-pink" title="Read more">Read more</a></div></div></div></div></div></div><div class="vc_clearfix"></div></div><div class="vc_grid-item vc_clearfix vc_col-sm-3 vc_grid-item-zone-c-bottom"><div class="vc_grid-item-mini vc_clearfix "><div class="vc_gitem-animated-block" ><div class="vc_gitem-zone vc_gitem-zone-a vc-gitem-zone-height-mode-auto vc-gitem-zone-height-mode-auto-1-1 vc_gitem-is-link" style="background-image: url('https://whky.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/04/Iredell-Memorial-Hospital-Pic-041725.jpg') !important;"><a href="https://whky.com/hospital-in-iredell-county-earns-a-safety-grade/" title="Hospital In Iredell County Earns &#8220;A&#8221; Safety Grade" class="vc_gitem-link vc-zone-link" ></a><img class="vc_gitem-zone-img" src="https://whky.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/04/Iredell-Memorial-Hospital-Pic-041725.jpg" alt="Hospital In Iredell County Earns "A" Safety Grade" loading="lazy"><div class="vc_gitem-zone-mini"></div></div></div><div class="vc_gitem-zone vc_gitem-zone-c vc_custom_1419240516480"><div class="vc_gitem-zone-mini"><div class="vc_gitem_row vc_row vc_gitem-row-position-top"><div class="vc_col-sm-12 vc_gitem-col vc_gitem-col-align-"><div class="vc_custom_heading vc_gitem-post-data vc_gitem-post-data-source-post_title" ><h4 style="text-align: left" >Hospital In Iredell County Earns &#8220;A&#8221; Safety Grade</h4></div><div class="vc_custom_heading vc_gitem-post-data vc_gitem-post-data-source-post_excerpt" ><p style="text-align: left" ><p>Iredell Memorial Hospital has once again earned an “A” Hospital Safety Grade from The Leapfrog Group, an independent national nonprofit watchdog focused on patient safety. Leapfrog assigns an “A,” “B,”&hellip;</p> </p></div><div class="vc_btn3-container vc_btn3-left"><a class="vc_general vc_btn3 vc_btn3-size-md vc_btn3-shape-rounded vc_btn3-style-flat vc_btn3-color-juicy-pink" a href="https://whky.com/hospital-in-iredell-county-earns-a-safety-grade/" class="vc_gitem-link vc_general vc_btn3 vc_general vc_btn3 vc_btn3-size-md vc_btn3-shape-rounded vc_btn3-style-flat vc_btn3-color-juicy-pink" title="Read more">Read more</a></div></div></div></div></div></div><div class="vc_clearfix"></div></div><div class="vc_grid-item vc_clearfix vc_col-sm-3 vc_grid-item-zone-c-bottom"><div class="vc_grid-item-mini vc_clearfix "><div class="vc_gitem-animated-block" ><div class="vc_gitem-zone vc_gitem-zone-a vc-gitem-zone-height-mode-auto vc-gitem-zone-height-mode-auto-1-1 vc_gitem-is-link" style="background-image: url('https://whky.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/05/Sun-Bucks-Pic-050625.jpg') !important;"><a href="https://whky.com/n-c-school-children-to-benefit-from-food-program/" title="N.C. School Children To Benefit From Food Program" class="vc_gitem-link vc-zone-link" ></a><img class="vc_gitem-zone-img" src="https://whky.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/05/Sun-Bucks-Pic-050625.jpg" alt="N.C. School Children To Benefit From Food Program" loading="lazy"><div class="vc_gitem-zone-mini"></div></div></div><div class="vc_gitem-zone vc_gitem-zone-c vc_custom_1419240516480"><div class="vc_gitem-zone-mini"><div class="vc_gitem_row vc_row vc_gitem-row-position-top"><div class="vc_col-sm-12 vc_gitem-col vc_gitem-col-align-"><div class="vc_custom_heading vc_gitem-post-data vc_gitem-post-data-source-post_title" ><h4 style="text-align: left" >N.C. School Children To Benefit From Food Program</h4></div><div class="vc_custom_heading vc_gitem-post-data vc_gitem-post-data-source-post_excerpt" ><p style="text-align: left" ><p>The SUN Bucks food program is back for 2025 and is expected to provide benefits to more than one million school children in North Carolina this summer. The North Carolina&hellip;</p> </p></div><div class="vc_btn3-container vc_btn3-left"><a class="vc_general vc_btn3 vc_btn3-size-md vc_btn3-shape-rounded vc_btn3-style-flat vc_btn3-color-juicy-pink" a href="https://whky.com/n-c-school-children-to-benefit-from-food-program/" class="vc_gitem-link vc_general vc_btn3 vc_general vc_btn3 vc_btn3-size-md vc_btn3-shape-rounded vc_btn3-style-flat vc_btn3-color-juicy-pink" title="Read more">Read more</a></div></div></div></div></div></div><div class="vc_clearfix"></div></div><div class="vc_grid-item vc_clearfix vc_col-sm-3 vc_grid-item-zone-c-bottom"><div class="vc_grid-item-mini vc_clearfix "><div class="vc_gitem-animated-block" ><div class="vc_gitem-zone vc_gitem-zone-a vc-gitem-zone-height-mode-auto vc-gitem-zone-height-mode-auto-1-1 vc_gitem-is-link" style="background-image: url('https://whky.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/05/Morganton-Accident-S-Sterling-St-050525.jpg') !important;"><a href="https://whky.com/driver-entrapped-following-accident-in-morganton/" title="Driver Entrapped Following Accident in Morganton" class="vc_gitem-link vc-zone-link" ></a><img class="vc_gitem-zone-img" src="https://whky.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/05/Morganton-Accident-S-Sterling-St-050525.jpg" alt="Driver Entrapped Following Accident in Morganton" loading="lazy"><div class="vc_gitem-zone-mini"></div></div></div><div class="vc_gitem-zone vc_gitem-zone-c vc_custom_1419240516480"><div class="vc_gitem-zone-mini"><div class="vc_gitem_row vc_row vc_gitem-row-position-top"><div class="vc_col-sm-12 vc_gitem-col vc_gitem-col-align-"><div class="vc_custom_heading vc_gitem-post-data vc_gitem-post-data-source-post_title" ><h4 style="text-align: left" >Driver Entrapped Following Accident in Morganton</h4></div><div class="vc_custom_heading vc_gitem-post-data vc_gitem-post-data-source-post_excerpt" ><p style="text-align: left" ><p>At about 10:20 Saturday morning (May 3), Morganton Public Safety responded to a vehicle accident with entrapment. A white van ran a red light at the intersection of South Sterling&hellip;</p> </p></div><div class="vc_btn3-container vc_btn3-left"><a class="vc_general vc_btn3 vc_btn3-size-md vc_btn3-shape-rounded vc_btn3-style-flat vc_btn3-color-juicy-pink" a href="https://whky.com/driver-entrapped-following-accident-in-morganton/" class="vc_gitem-link vc_general vc_btn3 vc_general vc_btn3 vc_btn3-size-md vc_btn3-shape-rounded vc_btn3-style-flat vc_btn3-color-juicy-pink" title="Read more">Read more</a></div></div></div></div></div></div><div class="vc_clearfix"></div></div><div class="vc_grid-item vc_clearfix vc_col-sm-3 vc_grid-item-zone-c-bottom"><div class="vc_grid-item-mini vc_clearfix "><div class="vc_gitem-animated-block" ><div class="vc_gitem-zone vc_gitem-zone-a vc-gitem-zone-height-mode-auto vc-gitem-zone-height-mode-auto-1-1 vc_gitem-is-link" style="background-image: url('https://whky.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/05/Catawba-County-Juneteenth-050525.jpg') !important;"><a href="https://whky.com/juneteenth-events-scheduled-next-month/" title="Juneteenth Events Scheduled Next Month" class="vc_gitem-link vc-zone-link" ></a><img class="vc_gitem-zone-img" src="https://whky.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/05/Catawba-County-Juneteenth-050525.jpg" alt="Juneteenth Events Scheduled Next Month" loading="lazy"><div class="vc_gitem-zone-mini"></div></div></div><div class="vc_gitem-zone vc_gitem-zone-c vc_custom_1419240516480"><div class="vc_gitem-zone-mini"><div class="vc_gitem_row vc_row vc_gitem-row-position-top"><div class="vc_col-sm-12 vc_gitem-col vc_gitem-col-align-"><div class="vc_custom_heading vc_gitem-post-data vc_gitem-post-data-source-post_title" ><h4 style="text-align: left" >Juneteenth Events Scheduled Next Month</h4></div><div class="vc_custom_heading vc_gitem-post-data vc_gitem-post-data-source-post_excerpt" ><p style="text-align: left" ><p>Throughout the month of June, Catawba County agencies and organizations will commemorate Juneteenth with celebrations, performances, parades, guest speakers, revival, resource fairs, informative programming, and family gatherings. Juneteenth marks the&hellip;</p> </p></div><div class="vc_btn3-container vc_btn3-left"><a class="vc_general vc_btn3 vc_btn3-size-md vc_btn3-shape-rounded vc_btn3-style-flat vc_btn3-color-juicy-pink" a href="https://whky.com/juneteenth-events-scheduled-next-month/" class="vc_gitem-link vc_general vc_btn3 vc_general vc_btn3 vc_btn3-size-md vc_btn3-shape-rounded vc_btn3-style-flat vc_btn3-color-juicy-pink" title="Read more">Read more</a></div></div></div></div></div></div><div class="vc_clearfix"></div></div><div class="vc_grid-item vc_clearfix vc_col-sm-3 vc_grid-item-zone-c-bottom"><div class="vc_grid-item-mini vc_clearfix "><div class="vc_gitem-animated-block" ><div class="vc_gitem-zone vc_gitem-zone-a vc-gitem-zone-height-mode-auto vc-gitem-zone-height-mode-auto-1-1 vc_gitem-is-link" style="background-image: url('https://whky.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/12/Hickory-Fire-Department-Badge-083016.jpg') !important;"><a href="https://whky.com/hickory-home-damaged-in-sunday-night-fire/" title="Hickory Home Damaged In Sunday Night Fire [UPDATE: 12:25 p.m. 05/06]" class="vc_gitem-link vc-zone-link" ></a><img class="vc_gitem-zone-img" src="https://whky.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/12/Hickory-Fire-Department-Badge-083016.jpg" alt="Hickory Home Damaged In Sunday Night Fire [UPDATE: 12:25 p.m. 05/06]" loading="lazy"><div class="vc_gitem-zone-mini"></div></div></div><div class="vc_gitem-zone vc_gitem-zone-c vc_custom_1419240516480"><div class="vc_gitem-zone-mini"><div class="vc_gitem_row vc_row vc_gitem-row-position-top"><div class="vc_col-sm-12 vc_gitem-col vc_gitem-col-align-"><div class="vc_custom_heading vc_gitem-post-data vc_gitem-post-data-source-post_title" ><h4 style="text-align: left" >Hickory Home Damaged In Sunday Night Fire [UPDATE: 12:25 p.m. 05/06]</h4></div><div class="vc_custom_heading vc_gitem-post-data vc_gitem-post-data-source-post_excerpt" ><p style="text-align: left" ><p>A home sustained heavy damage in a fire Sunday night (May 5). Shortly after 7:30 p.m. Sunday, Hickory firefighters were dispatched to a structure fire at 1038 12th Street NE.&hellip;</p> </p></div><div class="vc_btn3-container vc_btn3-left"><a class="vc_general vc_btn3 vc_btn3-size-md vc_btn3-shape-rounded vc_btn3-style-flat vc_btn3-color-juicy-pink" a href="https://whky.com/hickory-home-damaged-in-sunday-night-fire/" class="vc_gitem-link vc_general vc_btn3 vc_general vc_btn3 vc_btn3-size-md vc_btn3-shape-rounded vc_btn3-style-flat vc_btn3-color-juicy-pink" title="Read more">Read more</a></div></div></div></div></div></div><div class="vc_clearfix"></div></div><div class="vc_grid-item vc_clearfix vc_col-sm-3 vc_grid-item-zone-c-bottom"><div class="vc_grid-item-mini vc_clearfix "><div class="vc_gitem-animated-block" ><div class="vc_gitem-zone vc_gitem-zone-a vc-gitem-zone-height-mode-auto vc-gitem-zone-height-mode-auto-1-1 vc_gitem-is-link" style="background-image: url('https://whky.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/11/Catawba-Valley-Medical-Center-Generic-Pic-112524.jpg') !important;"><a href="https://whky.com/local-hospital-receives-high-safety-grade-from-national-organization/" title="Local Hospital Receives High Safety Grade From National Organization" class="vc_gitem-link vc-zone-link" ></a><img class="vc_gitem-zone-img" src="https://whky.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/11/Catawba-Valley-Medical-Center-Generic-Pic-112524.jpg" alt="Local Hospital Receives High Safety Grade From National Organization" loading="lazy"><div class="vc_gitem-zone-mini"></div></div></div><div class="vc_gitem-zone vc_gitem-zone-c vc_custom_1419240516480"><div class="vc_gitem-zone-mini"><div class="vc_gitem_row vc_row vc_gitem-row-position-top"><div class="vc_col-sm-12 vc_gitem-col vc_gitem-col-align-"><div class="vc_custom_heading vc_gitem-post-data vc_gitem-post-data-source-post_title" ><h4 style="text-align: left" >Local Hospital Receives High Safety Grade From National Organization</h4></div><div class="vc_custom_heading vc_gitem-post-data vc_gitem-post-data-source-post_excerpt" ><p style="text-align: left" ><p>Catawba Valley Medical Center (CVMC) has received an ‘A’ Hospital Safety Grade from The Leapfrog Group for the Spring of 2025. This national distinction recognizes CVMC’s achievements in protecting patients&hellip;</p> </p></div><div class="vc_btn3-container vc_btn3-left"><a class="vc_general vc_btn3 vc_btn3-size-md vc_btn3-shape-rounded vc_btn3-style-flat vc_btn3-color-juicy-pink" a href="https://whky.com/local-hospital-receives-high-safety-grade-from-national-organization/" class="vc_gitem-link vc_general vc_btn3 vc_general vc_btn3 vc_btn3-size-md vc_btn3-shape-rounded vc_btn3-style-flat vc_btn3-color-juicy-pink" title="Read more">Read more</a></div></div></div></div></div></div><div class="vc_clearfix"></div></div><div class="vc_grid-item vc_clearfix vc_col-sm-3 vc_grid-item-zone-c-bottom"><div class="vc_grid-item-mini vc_clearfix "><div class="vc_gitem-animated-block" ><div class="vc_gitem-zone vc_gitem-zone-a vc-gitem-zone-height-mode-auto vc-gitem-zone-height-mode-auto-1-1 vc_gitem-is-link" style="background-image: url('https://whky.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/07/NC-State-Board-of-Election-with-State-Seal-112919.jpg') !important;"><a href="https://whky.com/nc-counties-conduct-voter-list-maintenance/" title="NC Counties Conduct Voter List Maintenance" class="vc_gitem-link vc-zone-link" ></a><img class="vc_gitem-zone-img" src="https://whky.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/07/NC-State-Board-of-Election-with-State-Seal-112919.jpg" alt="NC Counties Conduct Voter List Maintenance" loading="lazy"><div class="vc_gitem-zone-mini"></div></div></div><div class="vc_gitem-zone vc_gitem-zone-c vc_custom_1419240516480"><div class="vc_gitem-zone-mini"><div class="vc_gitem_row vc_row vc_gitem-row-position-top"><div class="vc_col-sm-12 vc_gitem-col vc_gitem-col-align-"><div class="vc_custom_heading vc_gitem-post-data vc_gitem-post-data-source-post_title" ><h4 style="text-align: left" >NC Counties Conduct Voter List Maintenance</h4></div><div class="vc_custom_heading vc_gitem-post-data vc_gitem-post-data-source-post_excerpt" ><p style="text-align: left" ><p>North Carolina election officials routinely update the voter registration rolls through a uniform and nondiscriminatory program that complies with state and federal laws. So far this year, for example, the&hellip;</p> </p></div><div class="vc_btn3-container vc_btn3-left"><a class="vc_general vc_btn3 vc_btn3-size-md vc_btn3-shape-rounded vc_btn3-style-flat vc_btn3-color-juicy-pink" a href="https://whky.com/nc-counties-conduct-voter-list-maintenance/" class="vc_gitem-link vc_general vc_btn3 vc_general vc_btn3 vc_btn3-size-md vc_btn3-shape-rounded vc_btn3-style-flat vc_btn3-color-juicy-pink" title="Read more">Read more</a></div></div></div></div></div></div><div class="vc_clearfix"></div></div><div class="vc_grid-item vc_clearfix vc_col-sm-3 vc_grid-item-zone-c-bottom"><div class="vc_grid-item-mini vc_clearfix "><div class="vc_gitem-animated-block" ><div class="vc_gitem-zone vc_gitem-zone-a vc-gitem-zone-height-mode-auto vc-gitem-zone-height-mode-auto-1-1 vc_gitem-is-link" style="background-image: url('https://whky.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/08/NC-Dept-Of-Commerce-Pic-082024.jpg') !important;"><a href="https://whky.com/more-than-800-n-c-workers-to-benefit-from-american-rescue-plan-act-grants/" title="More Than 800 N.C. Workers To Benefit From American Rescue Plan Act Grants" class="vc_gitem-link vc-zone-link" ></a><img class="vc_gitem-zone-img" src="https://whky.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/08/NC-Dept-Of-Commerce-Pic-082024.jpg" alt="More Than 800 N.C. Workers To Benefit From American Rescue Plan Act Grants" loading="lazy"><div class="vc_gitem-zone-mini"></div></div></div><div class="vc_gitem-zone vc_gitem-zone-c vc_custom_1419240516480"><div class="vc_gitem-zone-mini"><div class="vc_gitem_row vc_row vc_gitem-row-position-top"><div class="vc_col-sm-12 vc_gitem-col vc_gitem-col-align-"><div class="vc_custom_heading vc_gitem-post-data vc_gitem-post-data-source-post_title" ><h4 style="text-align: left" >More Than 800 N.C. Workers To Benefit From American Rescue Plan Act Grants</h4></div><div class="vc_custom_heading vc_gitem-post-data vc_gitem-post-data-source-post_excerpt" ><p style="text-align: left" ><p>Work-Based Learning (WBL) grants have provided training and skill development to 823 workers across North Carolina through a partnership between the N.C. Department of Commerce and local Workforce Development Boards.&hellip;</p> </p></div><div class="vc_btn3-container vc_btn3-left"><a class="vc_general vc_btn3 vc_btn3-size-md vc_btn3-shape-rounded vc_btn3-style-flat vc_btn3-color-juicy-pink" a href="https://whky.com/more-than-800-n-c-workers-to-benefit-from-american-rescue-plan-act-grants/" class="vc_gitem-link vc_general vc_btn3 vc_general vc_btn3 vc_btn3-size-md vc_btn3-shape-rounded vc_btn3-style-flat vc_btn3-color-juicy-pink" title="Read more">Read more</a></div></div></div></div></div></div><div class="vc_clearfix"></div></div><div class="vc_grid-item vc_clearfix vc_col-sm-3 vc_grid-item-zone-c-bottom"><div class="vc_grid-item-mini vc_clearfix "><div class="vc_gitem-animated-block" ><div class="vc_gitem-zone vc_gitem-zone-a vc-gitem-zone-height-mode-auto vc-gitem-zone-height-mode-auto-1-1 vc_gitem-is-link" style="background-image: url('https://whky.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/03/NCDOT-Logo-031423.jpg') !important;"><a href="https://whky.com/road-closure-to-begin-this-week-in-iredell-county/" title="Road Closure To Begin This Week In Iredell County" class="vc_gitem-link vc-zone-link" ></a><img class="vc_gitem-zone-img" src="https://whky.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/03/NCDOT-Logo-031423.jpg" alt="Road Closure To Begin This Week In Iredell County" loading="lazy"><div class="vc_gitem-zone-mini"></div></div></div><div class="vc_gitem-zone vc_gitem-zone-c vc_custom_1419240516480"><div class="vc_gitem-zone-mini"><div class="vc_gitem_row vc_row vc_gitem-row-position-top"><div class="vc_col-sm-12 vc_gitem-col vc_gitem-col-align-"><div class="vc_custom_heading vc_gitem-post-data vc_gitem-post-data-source-post_title" ><h4 style="text-align: left" >Road Closure To Begin This Week In Iredell County</h4></div><div class="vc_custom_heading vc_gitem-post-data vc_gitem-post-data-source-post_excerpt" ><p style="text-align: left" ><p>N.C. Department of Transportation contract crews are closing an Iredell County road this week as part of a $34.8 million project to widen 1.18 miles of Brawley School Road between&hellip;</p> </p></div><div class="vc_btn3-container vc_btn3-left"><a class="vc_general vc_btn3 vc_btn3-size-md vc_btn3-shape-rounded vc_btn3-style-flat vc_btn3-color-juicy-pink" a href="https://whky.com/road-closure-to-begin-this-week-in-iredell-county/" class="vc_gitem-link vc_general vc_btn3 vc_general vc_btn3 vc_btn3-size-md vc_btn3-shape-rounded vc_btn3-style-flat vc_btn3-color-juicy-pink" title="Read more">Read more</a></div></div></div></div></div></div><div class="vc_clearfix"></div></div><div class="vc_grid-item vc_clearfix vc_col-sm-3 vc_grid-item-zone-c-bottom"><div class="vc_grid-item-mini vc_clearfix "><div class="vc_gitem-animated-block" ><div class="vc_gitem-zone vc_gitem-zone-a vc-gitem-zone-height-mode-auto vc-gitem-zone-height-mode-auto-1-1 vc_gitem-is-link" style="background-image: url('https://whky.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/05/IMG_3649.png') !important;"><a href="https://whky.com/hickory-city-council-meets-tuesday-speed-limit-changes-on-agenda/" title="Hickory City Council Meets Tuesday, Speed Limit Changes On Agenda" class="vc_gitem-link vc-zone-link" ></a><img class="vc_gitem-zone-img" src="https://whky.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/05/IMG_3649.png" alt="Hickory City Council Meets Tuesday, Speed Limit Changes On Agenda" loading="lazy"><div class="vc_gitem-zone-mini"></div></div></div><div class="vc_gitem-zone vc_gitem-zone-c vc_custom_1419240516480"><div class="vc_gitem-zone-mini"><div class="vc_gitem_row vc_row vc_gitem-row-position-top"><div class="vc_col-sm-12 vc_gitem-col vc_gitem-col-align-"><div class="vc_custom_heading vc_gitem-post-data vc_gitem-post-data-source-post_title" ><h4 style="text-align: left" >Hickory City Council Meets Tuesday, Speed Limit Changes On Agenda</h4></div><div class="vc_custom_heading vc_gitem-post-data vc_gitem-post-data-source-post_excerpt" ><p style="text-align: left" ><p>Hickory City Council meets in regular session Tuesday night (May 6). Under Reaffirmation and Ratification of Second Readings is the consideration to amend the city code of ordinances by enacting&hellip;</p> </p></div><div class="vc_btn3-container vc_btn3-left"><a class="vc_general vc_btn3 vc_btn3-size-md vc_btn3-shape-rounded vc_btn3-style-flat vc_btn3-color-juicy-pink" a href="https://whky.com/hickory-city-council-meets-tuesday-speed-limit-changes-on-agenda/" class="vc_gitem-link vc_general vc_btn3 vc_general vc_btn3 vc_btn3-size-md vc_btn3-shape-rounded vc_btn3-style-flat vc_btn3-color-juicy-pink" title="Read more">Read more</a></div></div></div></div></div></div><div class="vc_clearfix"></div></div><div class="vc_grid-item vc_clearfix vc_col-sm-3 vc_grid-item-zone-c-bottom"><div class="vc_grid-item-mini vc_clearfix "><div class="vc_gitem-animated-block" ><div class="vc_gitem-zone vc_gitem-zone-a vc-gitem-zone-height-mode-auto vc-gitem-zone-height-mode-auto-1-1 vc_gitem-is-link" style="background-image: url('https://whky.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/05/IMG_3641.jpeg') !important;"><a href="https://whky.com/hickory-man-wanted-on-drug-charges-sought-by-authorities/" title="Hickory Man Wanted On Drug Charges Sought By Authorities" class="vc_gitem-link vc-zone-link" ></a><img class="vc_gitem-zone-img" src="https://whky.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/05/IMG_3641.jpeg" alt="Hickory Man Wanted On Drug Charges Sought By Authorities" loading="lazy"><div class="vc_gitem-zone-mini"></div></div></div><div class="vc_gitem-zone vc_gitem-zone-c vc_custom_1419240516480"><div class="vc_gitem-zone-mini"><div class="vc_gitem_row vc_row vc_gitem-row-position-top"><div class="vc_col-sm-12 vc_gitem-col vc_gitem-col-align-"><div class="vc_custom_heading vc_gitem-post-data vc_gitem-post-data-source-post_title" ><h4 style="text-align: left" >Hickory Man Wanted On Drug Charges Sought By Authorities</h4></div><div class="vc_custom_heading vc_gitem-post-data vc_gitem-post-data-source-post_excerpt" ><p style="text-align: left" ><p>The Caldwell County Sheriff’s Office is seeking the public’s assistance in finding a wanted person. Sheriff Kevin Bean announced that 41-year-old Jacob Andrew Byrd of Hickory is currently wanted by&hellip;</p> </p></div><div class="vc_btn3-container vc_btn3-left"><a class="vc_general vc_btn3 vc_btn3-size-md vc_btn3-shape-rounded vc_btn3-style-flat vc_btn3-color-juicy-pink" a href="https://whky.com/hickory-man-wanted-on-drug-charges-sought-by-authorities/" class="vc_gitem-link vc_general vc_btn3 vc_general vc_btn3 vc_btn3-size-md vc_btn3-shape-rounded vc_btn3-style-flat vc_btn3-color-juicy-pink" title="Read more">Read more</a></div></div></div></div></div></div><div class="vc_clearfix"></div></div><div class="vc_grid-item vc_clearfix vc_col-sm-3 vc_grid-item-zone-c-bottom"><div class="vc_grid-item-mini vc_clearfix "><div class="vc_gitem-animated-block" ><div class="vc_gitem-zone vc_gitem-zone-a vc-gitem-zone-height-mode-auto vc-gitem-zone-height-mode-auto-1-1 vc_gitem-is-link" style="background-image: url('https://whky.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/05/IMG_3626.jpeg') !important;"><a href="https://whky.com/individual-driving-vehicle-that-passed-school-bus-sought/" title="Individual Driving Vehicle That Passed School Bus Sought" class="vc_gitem-link vc-zone-link" ></a><img class="vc_gitem-zone-img" src="https://whky.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/05/IMG_3626.jpeg" alt="Individual Driving Vehicle That Passed School Bus Sought" loading="lazy"><div class="vc_gitem-zone-mini"></div></div></div><div class="vc_gitem-zone vc_gitem-zone-c vc_custom_1419240516480"><div class="vc_gitem-zone-mini"><div class="vc_gitem_row vc_row vc_gitem-row-position-top"><div class="vc_col-sm-12 vc_gitem-col vc_gitem-col-align-"><div class="vc_custom_heading vc_gitem-post-data vc_gitem-post-data-source-post_title" ><h4 style="text-align: left" >Individual Driving Vehicle That Passed School Bus Sought</h4></div><div class="vc_custom_heading vc_gitem-post-data vc_gitem-post-data-source-post_excerpt" ><p style="text-align: left" ><p>The Statesville Police Department is asking for the public’s assistance in identifying the driver of a vehicle involved in a school bus stop arm violation that occurred on Thursday (May&hellip;</p> </p></div><div class="vc_btn3-container vc_btn3-left"><a class="vc_general vc_btn3 vc_btn3-size-md vc_btn3-shape-rounded vc_btn3-style-flat vc_btn3-color-juicy-pink" a href="https://whky.com/individual-driving-vehicle-that-passed-school-bus-sought/" class="vc_gitem-link vc_general vc_btn3 vc_general vc_btn3 vc_btn3-size-md vc_btn3-shape-rounded vc_btn3-style-flat vc_btn3-color-juicy-pink" title="Read more">Read more</a></div></div></div></div></div></div><div class="vc_clearfix"></div></div><div class="vc_grid-item vc_clearfix vc_col-sm-3 vc_grid-item-zone-c-bottom"><div class="vc_grid-item-mini vc_clearfix "><div class="vc_gitem-animated-block" ><div class="vc_gitem-zone vc_gitem-zone-a vc-gitem-zone-height-mode-auto vc-gitem-zone-height-mode-auto-1-1 vc_gitem-is-link" style="background-image: url('https://whky.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/09/Hickory-Logo-091324.jpg') !important;"><a href="https://whky.com/two-meetings-next-week-involving-hickory-boards-commissions/" title="Two Meetings Next Week Involving Hickory Boards &#038; Commissions" class="vc_gitem-link vc-zone-link" ></a><img class="vc_gitem-zone-img" src="https://whky.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/09/Hickory-Logo-091324.jpg" alt="Two Meetings Next Week Involving Hickory Boards & Commissions" loading="lazy"><div class="vc_gitem-zone-mini"></div></div></div><div class="vc_gitem-zone vc_gitem-zone-c vc_custom_1419240516480"><div class="vc_gitem-zone-mini"><div class="vc_gitem_row vc_row vc_gitem-row-position-top"><div class="vc_col-sm-12 vc_gitem-col vc_gitem-col-align-"><div class="vc_custom_heading vc_gitem-post-data vc_gitem-post-data-source-post_title" ><h4 style="text-align: left" >Two Meetings Next Week Involving Hickory Boards &#038; Commissions</h4></div><div class="vc_custom_heading vc_gitem-post-data vc_gitem-post-data-source-post_excerpt" ><p style="text-align: left" ><p>There are two meetings this week involving City of Hickory boards and commissions. Hickory City Council will meet Tuesday, May 6, at 6 p.m. in the City Council Chambers in&hellip;</p> </p></div><div class="vc_btn3-container vc_btn3-left"><a class="vc_general vc_btn3 vc_btn3-size-md vc_btn3-shape-rounded vc_btn3-style-flat vc_btn3-color-juicy-pink" a href="https://whky.com/two-meetings-next-week-involving-hickory-boards-commissions/" class="vc_gitem-link vc_general vc_btn3 vc_general vc_btn3 vc_btn3-size-md vc_btn3-shape-rounded vc_btn3-style-flat vc_btn3-color-juicy-pink" title="Read more">Read more</a></div></div></div></div></div></div><div class="vc_clearfix"></div></div><div class="vc_grid-item vc_clearfix vc_col-sm-3 vc_grid-item-zone-c-bottom"><div class="vc_grid-item-mini vc_clearfix "><div class="vc_gitem-animated-block" ><div class="vc_gitem-zone vc_gitem-zone-a vc-gitem-zone-height-mode-auto vc-gitem-zone-height-mode-auto-1-1 vc_gitem-is-link" style="background-image: url('https://whky.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/05/Alexander-Co-Waste-Disposal-Event-Poster-050225-1024x1024.jpg') !important;"><a href="https://whky.com/waste-disposal-event-in-alexander-county-tomorrow/" title="Waste Disposal Event in Alexander County Tomorrow" class="vc_gitem-link vc-zone-link" ></a><img class="vc_gitem-zone-img" src="https://whky.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/05/Alexander-Co-Waste-Disposal-Event-Poster-050225-1024x1024.jpg" alt="Waste Disposal Event in Alexander County Tomorrow" loading="lazy"><div class="vc_gitem-zone-mini"></div></div></div><div class="vc_gitem-zone vc_gitem-zone-c vc_custom_1419240516480"><div class="vc_gitem-zone-mini"><div class="vc_gitem_row vc_row vc_gitem-row-position-top"><div class="vc_col-sm-12 vc_gitem-col vc_gitem-col-align-"><div class="vc_custom_heading vc_gitem-post-data vc_gitem-post-data-source-post_title" ><h4 style="text-align: left" >Waste Disposal Event in Alexander County Tomorrow</h4></div><div class="vc_custom_heading vc_gitem-post-data vc_gitem-post-data-source-post_excerpt" ><p style="text-align: left" ><p>The biennial Alexander County Household Hazardous Waste &amp; Document Destruction Day is set for tomorrow (May 3) from 8 a.m. until 12 noon in the county administration parking lot (beside&hellip;</p> </p></div><div class="vc_btn3-container vc_btn3-left"><a class="vc_general vc_btn3 vc_btn3-size-md vc_btn3-shape-rounded vc_btn3-style-flat vc_btn3-color-juicy-pink" a href="https://whky.com/waste-disposal-event-in-alexander-county-tomorrow/" class="vc_gitem-link vc_general vc_btn3 vc_general vc_btn3 vc_btn3-size-md vc_btn3-shape-rounded vc_btn3-style-flat vc_btn3-color-juicy-pink" title="Read more">Read more</a></div></div></div></div></div></div><div class="vc_clearfix"></div></div><div class="vc_grid-item vc_clearfix vc_col-sm-3 vc_grid-item-zone-c-bottom"><div class="vc_grid-item-mini vc_clearfix "><div class="vc_gitem-animated-block" ><div class="vc_gitem-zone vc_gitem-zone-a vc-gitem-zone-height-mode-auto vc-gitem-zone-height-mode-auto-1-1 vc_gitem-is-link" style="background-image: url('https://whky.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/05/Project-Lifesaver-Flyer-043025.jpg') !important;"><a href="https://whky.com/car-show-to-benefit-project-lifesaver-this-weekend/" title="Car Show To Benefit Project Lifesaver This Weekend" class="vc_gitem-link vc-zone-link" ></a><img class="vc_gitem-zone-img" src="https://whky.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/05/Project-Lifesaver-Flyer-043025.jpg" alt="Car Show To Benefit Project Lifesaver This Weekend" loading="lazy"><div class="vc_gitem-zone-mini"></div></div></div><div class="vc_gitem-zone vc_gitem-zone-c vc_custom_1419240516480"><div class="vc_gitem-zone-mini"><div class="vc_gitem_row vc_row vc_gitem-row-position-top"><div class="vc_col-sm-12 vc_gitem-col vc_gitem-col-align-"><div class="vc_custom_heading vc_gitem-post-data vc_gitem-post-data-source-post_title" ><h4 style="text-align: left" >Car Show To Benefit Project Lifesaver This Weekend</h4></div><div class="vc_custom_heading vc_gitem-post-data vc_gitem-post-data-source-post_excerpt" ><p style="text-align: left" ><p>The eighth annual Project Lifesaver International Car Show is this weekend in Hickory. The event will be held Sunday (May 4) from 1-5 p.m. at the Catawba Valley Community College&hellip;</p> </p></div><div class="vc_btn3-container vc_btn3-left"><a class="vc_general vc_btn3 vc_btn3-size-md vc_btn3-shape-rounded vc_btn3-style-flat vc_btn3-color-juicy-pink" a href="https://whky.com/car-show-to-benefit-project-lifesaver-this-weekend/" class="vc_gitem-link vc_general vc_btn3 vc_general vc_btn3 vc_btn3-size-md vc_btn3-shape-rounded vc_btn3-style-flat vc_btn3-color-juicy-pink" title="Read more">Read more</a></div></div></div></div></div></div><div class="vc_clearfix"></div></div><div class="vc_grid-item vc_clearfix vc_col-sm-3 vc_grid-item-zone-c-bottom"><div class="vc_grid-item-mini vc_clearfix "><div class="vc_gitem-animated-block" ><div class="vc_gitem-zone vc_gitem-zone-a vc-gitem-zone-height-mode-auto vc-gitem-zone-height-mode-auto-1-1 vc_gitem-is-link" style="background-image: url('https://whky.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/12/NC-Highway-Patrol-Badge-123020.jpg') !important;"><a href="https://whky.com/morganton-man-killed-in-crash-lenoir-man-charged/" title="Morganton Man Killed In Crash, Lenoir Man Charged" class="vc_gitem-link vc-zone-link" ></a><img class="vc_gitem-zone-img" src="https://whky.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/12/NC-Highway-Patrol-Badge-123020.jpg" alt="Morganton Man Killed In Crash, Lenoir Man Charged" loading="lazy"><div class="vc_gitem-zone-mini"></div></div></div><div class="vc_gitem-zone vc_gitem-zone-c vc_custom_1419240516480"><div class="vc_gitem-zone-mini"><div class="vc_gitem_row vc_row vc_gitem-row-position-top"><div class="vc_col-sm-12 vc_gitem-col vc_gitem-col-align-"><div class="vc_custom_heading vc_gitem-post-data vc_gitem-post-data-source-post_title" ><h4 style="text-align: left" >Morganton Man Killed In Crash, Lenoir Man Charged</h4></div><div class="vc_custom_heading vc_gitem-post-data vc_gitem-post-data-source-post_excerpt" ><p style="text-align: left" ><p>A man was killed in a Burke County crash Thursday (May 1) and an individual has been charged. The deceased is 67-year-old Rex Ivy Powell of Morganton. On Thursday at&hellip;</p> </p></div><div class="vc_btn3-container vc_btn3-left"><a class="vc_general vc_btn3 vc_btn3-size-md vc_btn3-shape-rounded vc_btn3-style-flat vc_btn3-color-juicy-pink" a href="https://whky.com/morganton-man-killed-in-crash-lenoir-man-charged/" class="vc_gitem-link vc_general vc_btn3 vc_general vc_btn3 vc_btn3-size-md vc_btn3-shape-rounded vc_btn3-style-flat vc_btn3-color-juicy-pink" title="Read more">Read more</a></div></div></div></div></div></div><div class="vc_clearfix"></div></div><div class="vc_grid-item vc_clearfix vc_col-sm-3 vc_grid-item-zone-c-bottom"><div class="vc_grid-item-mini vc_clearfix "><div class="vc_gitem-animated-block" ><div class="vc_gitem-zone vc_gitem-zone-a vc-gitem-zone-height-mode-auto vc-gitem-zone-height-mode-auto-1-1 vc_gitem-is-link" style="background-image: url('https://whky.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/05/Bechtel-Debra-050225.jpg') !important;"><a href="https://whky.com/interim-county-manager-named-in-alexander-county/" title="Interim County Manager Named In Alexander County" class="vc_gitem-link vc-zone-link" ></a><img class="vc_gitem-zone-img" src="https://whky.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/05/Bechtel-Debra-050225.jpg" alt="Interim County Manager Named In Alexander County" loading="lazy"><div class="vc_gitem-zone-mini"></div></div></div><div class="vc_gitem-zone vc_gitem-zone-c vc_custom_1419240516480"><div class="vc_gitem-zone-mini"><div class="vc_gitem_row vc_row vc_gitem-row-position-top"><div class="vc_col-sm-12 vc_gitem-col vc_gitem-col-align-"><div class="vc_custom_heading vc_gitem-post-data vc_gitem-post-data-source-post_title" ><h4 style="text-align: left" >Interim County Manager Named In Alexander County</h4></div><div class="vc_custom_heading vc_gitem-post-data vc_gitem-post-data-source-post_excerpt" ><p style="text-align: left" ><p>On Thursday (May 1), the Alexander County Board of Commissioners announced the appointment of Debra Bechtel as Interim County Manager. Bechtel has extensive experience in North Carolina local government, including&hellip;</p> </p></div><div class="vc_btn3-container vc_btn3-left"><a class="vc_general vc_btn3 vc_btn3-size-md vc_btn3-shape-rounded vc_btn3-style-flat vc_btn3-color-juicy-pink" a href="https://whky.com/interim-county-manager-named-in-alexander-county/" class="vc_gitem-link vc_general vc_btn3 vc_general vc_btn3 vc_btn3-size-md vc_btn3-shape-rounded vc_btn3-style-flat vc_btn3-color-juicy-pink" title="Read more">Read more</a></div></div></div></div></div></div><div class="vc_clearfix"></div></div><div class="vc_grid-item vc_clearfix vc_col-sm-3 vc_grid-item-zone-c-bottom"><div class="vc_grid-item-mini vc_clearfix "><div class="vc_gitem-animated-block" ><div class="vc_gitem-zone vc_gitem-zone-a vc-gitem-zone-height-mode-auto vc-gitem-zone-height-mode-auto-1-1 vc_gitem-is-link" style="background-image: url('https://whky.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/05/Dale-Dale-Stephens-Combo-Pic-050225.jpg') !important;"><a href="https://whky.com/three-burke-county-residents-sentenced-in-case-involving-discovery-of-body-in-2024/" title="Three Burke County Residents Sentenced In Case Involving Discovery Of Body In 2024" class="vc_gitem-link vc-zone-link" ></a><img class="vc_gitem-zone-img" src="https://whky.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/05/Dale-Dale-Stephens-Combo-Pic-050225.jpg" alt="Three Burke County Residents Sentenced In Case Involving Discovery Of Body In 2024" loading="lazy"><div class="vc_gitem-zone-mini"></div></div></div><div class="vc_gitem-zone vc_gitem-zone-c vc_custom_1419240516480"><div class="vc_gitem-zone-mini"><div class="vc_gitem_row vc_row vc_gitem-row-position-top"><div class="vc_col-sm-12 vc_gitem-col vc_gitem-col-align-"><div class="vc_custom_heading vc_gitem-post-data vc_gitem-post-data-source-post_title" ><h4 style="text-align: left" >Three Burke County Residents Sentenced In Case Involving Discovery Of Body In 2024</h4></div><div class="vc_custom_heading vc_gitem-post-data vc_gitem-post-data-source-post_excerpt" ><p style="text-align: left" ><p>The three individuals arrested by Burke County Authorities in September of 2024 for concealing the death of Mark Dwayne Mitchell have entered guilty pleas. All three individuals list the same&hellip;</p> </p></div><div class="vc_btn3-container vc_btn3-left"><a class="vc_general vc_btn3 vc_btn3-size-md vc_btn3-shape-rounded vc_btn3-style-flat vc_btn3-color-juicy-pink" a href="https://whky.com/three-burke-county-residents-sentenced-in-case-involving-discovery-of-body-in-2024/" class="vc_gitem-link vc_general vc_btn3 vc_general vc_btn3 vc_btn3-size-md vc_btn3-shape-rounded vc_btn3-style-flat vc_btn3-color-juicy-pink" title="Read more">Read more</a></div></div></div></div></div></div><div class="vc_clearfix"></div></div><div class="vc_grid-item vc_clearfix vc_col-sm-3 vc_grid-item-zone-c-bottom"><div class="vc_grid-item-mini vc_clearfix "><div class="vc_gitem-animated-block" ><div class="vc_gitem-zone vc_gitem-zone-a vc-gitem-zone-height-mode-auto vc-gitem-zone-height-mode-auto-1-1 vc_gitem-is-link" style="background-image: url('https://whky.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/01/Josh-Stein-Signs-Orders-010625.jpg') !important;"><a href="https://whky.com/more-than-50-million-distributed-to-small-businesses-in-western-n-c-for-helene-recovery/" title="More Than $50 Million Distributed To Small Businesses In Western N.C. For Helene Recovery" class="vc_gitem-link vc-zone-link" ></a><img class="vc_gitem-zone-img" src="https://whky.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/01/Josh-Stein-Signs-Orders-010625.jpg" alt="More Than $50 Million Distributed To Small Businesses In Western N.C. For Helene Recovery" loading="lazy"><div class="vc_gitem-zone-mini"></div></div></div><div class="vc_gitem-zone vc_gitem-zone-c vc_custom_1419240516480"><div class="vc_gitem-zone-mini"><div class="vc_gitem_row vc_row vc_gitem-row-position-top"><div class="vc_col-sm-12 vc_gitem-col vc_gitem-col-align-"><div class="vc_custom_heading vc_gitem-post-data vc_gitem-post-data-source-post_title" ><h4 style="text-align: left" >More Than $50 Million Distributed To Small Businesses In Western N.C. For Helene Recovery</h4></div><div class="vc_custom_heading vc_gitem-post-data vc_gitem-post-data-source-post_excerpt" ><p style="text-align: left" ><p>On Thursday (May 1) Governor Josh Stein announced that the Dogwood Health Trust, the Duke Endowment, and the State of North Carolina have distributed $55 million to 2,812 small businesses&hellip;</p> </p></div><div class="vc_btn3-container vc_btn3-left"><a class="vc_general vc_btn3 vc_btn3-size-md vc_btn3-shape-rounded vc_btn3-style-flat vc_btn3-color-juicy-pink" a href="https://whky.com/more-than-50-million-distributed-to-small-businesses-in-western-n-c-for-helene-recovery/" class="vc_gitem-link vc_general vc_btn3 vc_general vc_btn3 vc_btn3-size-md vc_btn3-shape-rounded vc_btn3-style-flat vc_btn3-color-juicy-pink" title="Read more">Read more</a></div></div></div></div></div></div><div class="vc_clearfix"></div></div><div class="vc_grid-item vc_clearfix vc_col-sm-3 vc_grid-item-zone-c-bottom"><div class="vc_grid-item-mini vc_clearfix "><div class="vc_gitem-animated-block" ><div class="vc_gitem-zone vc_gitem-zone-a vc-gitem-zone-height-mode-auto vc-gitem-zone-height-mode-auto-1-1 vc_gitem-is-link" style="background-image: url('https://whky.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/08/PACT.jpg') !important;"><a href="https://whky.com/city-of-hickory-releases-may-pay-attention-in-city-traffic-p-a-c-t-report/" title="City Of Hickory Releases May Pay Attention In City Traffic (P.A.C.T.) Report" class="vc_gitem-link vc-zone-link" ></a><img class="vc_gitem-zone-img" src="https://whky.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/08/PACT.jpg" alt="City Of Hickory Releases May Pay Attention In City Traffic (P.A.C.T.) Report" loading="lazy"><div class="vc_gitem-zone-mini"></div></div></div><div class="vc_gitem-zone vc_gitem-zone-c vc_custom_1419240516480"><div class="vc_gitem-zone-mini"><div class="vc_gitem_row vc_row vc_gitem-row-position-top"><div class="vc_col-sm-12 vc_gitem-col vc_gitem-col-align-"><div class="vc_custom_heading vc_gitem-post-data vc_gitem-post-data-source-post_title" ><h4 style="text-align: left" >City Of Hickory Releases May Pay Attention In City Traffic (P.A.C.T.) Report</h4></div><div class="vc_custom_heading vc_gitem-post-data vc_gitem-post-data-source-post_excerpt" ><p style="text-align: left" ><p>The Hickory Police Department’s May traffic enforcement P.A.C.T. – Pay Attention in City Traffic &#8211; will be located on 8th Street NE/Main Avenue NE from 7th Avenue NE to the&hellip;</p> </p></div><div class="vc_btn3-container vc_btn3-left"><a class="vc_general vc_btn3 vc_btn3-size-md vc_btn3-shape-rounded vc_btn3-style-flat vc_btn3-color-juicy-pink" a href="https://whky.com/city-of-hickory-releases-may-pay-attention-in-city-traffic-p-a-c-t-report/" class="vc_gitem-link vc_general vc_btn3 vc_general vc_btn3 vc_btn3-size-md vc_btn3-shape-rounded vc_btn3-style-flat vc_btn3-color-juicy-pink" title="Read more">Read more</a></div></div></div></div></div></div><div class="vc_clearfix"></div></div><div class="vc_grid-item vc_clearfix vc_col-sm-3 vc_grid-item-zone-c-bottom"><div class="vc_grid-item-mini vc_clearfix "><div class="vc_gitem-animated-block" ><div class="vc_gitem-zone vc_gitem-zone-a vc-gitem-zone-height-mode-auto vc-gitem-zone-height-mode-auto-1-1 vc_gitem-is-link" style="background-image: url('https://whky.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/05/Henley-Clay-050225-1024x1024.jpg') !important;"><a href="https://whky.com/assistant-county-manager-named-in-lincoln-county/" title="Assistant County Manager Named In Lincoln County" class="vc_gitem-link vc-zone-link" ></a><img class="vc_gitem-zone-img" src="https://whky.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/05/Henley-Clay-050225-1024x1024.jpg" alt="Assistant County Manager Named In Lincoln County" loading="lazy"><div class="vc_gitem-zone-mini"></div></div></div><div class="vc_gitem-zone vc_gitem-zone-c vc_custom_1419240516480"><div class="vc_gitem-zone-mini"><div class="vc_gitem_row vc_row vc_gitem-row-position-top"><div class="vc_col-sm-12 vc_gitem-col vc_gitem-col-align-"><div class="vc_custom_heading vc_gitem-post-data vc_gitem-post-data-source-post_title" ><h4 style="text-align: left" >Assistant County Manager Named In Lincoln County</h4></div><div class="vc_custom_heading vc_gitem-post-data vc_gitem-post-data-source-post_excerpt" ><p style="text-align: left" ><p>Lincoln County Manager Davin W. Madden announced recently that Clay Henley has been named as that county&#8217;s Assistant County Manager. Henley comes to Lincoln County from Cherryville where he has&hellip;</p> </p></div><div class="vc_btn3-container vc_btn3-left"><a class="vc_general vc_btn3 vc_btn3-size-md vc_btn3-shape-rounded vc_btn3-style-flat vc_btn3-color-juicy-pink" a href="https://whky.com/assistant-county-manager-named-in-lincoln-county/" class="vc_gitem-link vc_general vc_btn3 vc_general vc_btn3 vc_btn3-size-md vc_btn3-shape-rounded vc_btn3-style-flat vc_btn3-color-juicy-pink" title="Read more">Read more</a></div></div></div></div></div></div><div class="vc_clearfix"></div></div><div class="vc_grid-item vc_clearfix vc_col-sm-3 vc_grid-item-zone-c-bottom"><div class="vc_grid-item-mini vc_clearfix "><div class="vc_gitem-animated-block" ><div class="vc_gitem-zone vc_gitem-zone-a vc-gitem-zone-height-mode-auto vc-gitem-zone-height-mode-auto-1-1 vc_gitem-is-link" style="background-image: url('https://whky.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/09/Morganton-City-Seal-101218.jpg') !important;"><a href="https://whky.com/citizens-invited-to-serve-on-morgantons-boards-commissions/" title="Citizens Invited to Serve on Morganton&#8217;s Boards &#038; Commissions" class="vc_gitem-link vc-zone-link" ></a><img class="vc_gitem-zone-img" src="https://whky.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/09/Morganton-City-Seal-101218.jpg" alt="Citizens Invited to Serve on Morganton's Boards & Commissions" loading="lazy"><div class="vc_gitem-zone-mini"></div></div></div><div class="vc_gitem-zone vc_gitem-zone-c vc_custom_1419240516480"><div class="vc_gitem-zone-mini"><div class="vc_gitem_row vc_row vc_gitem-row-position-top"><div class="vc_col-sm-12 vc_gitem-col vc_gitem-col-align-"><div class="vc_custom_heading vc_gitem-post-data vc_gitem-post-data-source-post_title" ><h4 style="text-align: left" >Citizens Invited to Serve on Morganton&#8217;s Boards &#038; Commissions</h4></div><div class="vc_custom_heading vc_gitem-post-data vc_gitem-post-data-source-post_excerpt" ><p style="text-align: left" ><p>Morganton City Council has created several boards and commissions. Some commissions are required by North Carolina state law. The boards and commissions serve in an advisory capacity to the City&hellip;</p> </p></div><div class="vc_btn3-container vc_btn3-left"><a class="vc_general vc_btn3 vc_btn3-size-md vc_btn3-shape-rounded vc_btn3-style-flat vc_btn3-color-juicy-pink" a href="https://whky.com/citizens-invited-to-serve-on-morgantons-boards-commissions/" class="vc_gitem-link vc_general vc_btn3 vc_general vc_btn3 vc_btn3-size-md vc_btn3-shape-rounded vc_btn3-style-flat vc_btn3-color-juicy-pink" title="Read more">Read more</a></div></div></div></div></div></div><div class="vc_clearfix"></div></div><div class="vc_grid-item vc_clearfix vc_col-sm-3 vc_grid-item-zone-c-bottom"><div class="vc_grid-item-mini vc_clearfix "><div class="vc_gitem-animated-block" ><div class="vc_gitem-zone vc_gitem-zone-a vc-gitem-zone-height-mode-auto vc-gitem-zone-height-mode-auto-1-1 vc_gitem-is-link" style="background-image: url('https://whky.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/04/Overton-Benjamin-Wesley-042125.jpg') !important;"><a href="https://whky.com/charges-upgraded-against-man-charged-in-connection-to-fatal-crash-in-april/" title="Charges Upgraded Against Man Charged In Connection To Fatal Crash In April" class="vc_gitem-link vc-zone-link" ></a><img class="vc_gitem-zone-img" src="https://whky.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/04/Overton-Benjamin-Wesley-042125.jpg" alt="Charges Upgraded Against Man Charged In Connection To Fatal Crash In April" loading="lazy"><div class="vc_gitem-zone-mini"></div></div></div><div class="vc_gitem-zone vc_gitem-zone-c vc_custom_1419240516480"><div class="vc_gitem-zone-mini"><div class="vc_gitem_row vc_row vc_gitem-row-position-top"><div class="vc_col-sm-12 vc_gitem-col vc_gitem-col-align-"><div class="vc_custom_heading vc_gitem-post-data vc_gitem-post-data-source-post_title" ><h4 style="text-align: left" >Charges Upgraded Against Man Charged In Connection To Fatal Crash In April</h4></div><div class="vc_custom_heading vc_gitem-post-data vc_gitem-post-data-source-post_excerpt" ><p style="text-align: left" ><p>Charges filed against a man arrested in connection to a fatal crash last month have been upgraded. After further investigation and consultation with the Iredell County District Attorney’s Office, 31-year-old&hellip;</p> </p></div><div class="vc_btn3-container vc_btn3-left"><a class="vc_general vc_btn3 vc_btn3-size-md vc_btn3-shape-rounded vc_btn3-style-flat vc_btn3-color-juicy-pink" a href="https://whky.com/charges-upgraded-against-man-charged-in-connection-to-fatal-crash-in-april/" class="vc_gitem-link vc_general vc_btn3 vc_general vc_btn3 vc_btn3-size-md vc_btn3-shape-rounded vc_btn3-style-flat vc_btn3-color-juicy-pink" title="Read more">Read more</a></div></div></div></div></div></div><div class="vc_clearfix"></div></div><div class="vc_grid-item vc_clearfix vc_col-sm-3 vc_grid-item-zone-c-bottom"><div class="vc_grid-item-mini vc_clearfix "><div class="vc_gitem-animated-block" ><div class="vc_gitem-zone vc_gitem-zone-a vc-gitem-zone-height-mode-auto vc-gitem-zone-height-mode-auto-1-1 vc_gitem-is-link" style="background-image: url('https://whky.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/01/NCDOJ-Seal-011122.jpg') !important;"><a href="https://whky.com/attorney-general-warns-citizens-about-purchasing-flood-damaged-vehicles-following-helene/" title="Attorney General Warns Citizens About Purchasing Flood Damaged Vehicles Following Helene" class="vc_gitem-link vc-zone-link" ></a><img class="vc_gitem-zone-img" src="https://whky.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/01/NCDOJ-Seal-011122.jpg" alt="Attorney General Warns Citizens About Purchasing Flood Damaged Vehicles Following Helene" loading="lazy"><div class="vc_gitem-zone-mini"></div></div></div><div class="vc_gitem-zone vc_gitem-zone-c vc_custom_1419240516480"><div class="vc_gitem-zone-mini"><div class="vc_gitem_row vc_row vc_gitem-row-position-top"><div class="vc_col-sm-12 vc_gitem-col vc_gitem-col-align-"><div class="vc_custom_heading vc_gitem-post-data vc_gitem-post-data-source-post_title" ><h4 style="text-align: left" >Attorney General Warns Citizens About Purchasing Flood Damaged Vehicles Following Helene</h4></div><div class="vc_custom_heading vc_gitem-post-data vc_gitem-post-data-source-post_excerpt" ><p style="text-align: left" ><p>N.C. Attorney General Jeff Jackson is warning North Carolinians to watch out for flood-damaged vehicles when buying a car in the aftermath of Hurricane Helene. According to a report in&hellip;</p> </p></div><div class="vc_btn3-container vc_btn3-left"><a class="vc_general vc_btn3 vc_btn3-size-md vc_btn3-shape-rounded vc_btn3-style-flat vc_btn3-color-juicy-pink" a href="https://whky.com/attorney-general-warns-citizens-about-purchasing-flood-damaged-vehicles-following-helene/" class="vc_gitem-link vc_general vc_btn3 vc_general vc_btn3 vc_btn3-size-md vc_btn3-shape-rounded vc_btn3-style-flat vc_btn3-color-juicy-pink" title="Read more">Read more</a></div></div></div></div></div></div><div class="vc_clearfix"></div></div><div class="vc_grid-item vc_clearfix vc_col-sm-3 vc_grid-item-zone-c-bottom"><div class="vc_grid-item-mini vc_clearfix "><div class="vc_gitem-animated-block" ><div class="vc_gitem-zone vc_gitem-zone-a vc-gitem-zone-height-mode-auto vc-gitem-zone-height-mode-auto-1-1 vc_gitem-is-link" style="background-image: url('https://whky.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/05/Samuels-Katie-V.-050125-745x1024.jpg') !important;"><a href="https://whky.com/opioid-settlement-coordinator-named-in-burke-county/" title="Opioid Settlement Coordinator Named In Burke County" class="vc_gitem-link vc-zone-link" ></a><img class="vc_gitem-zone-img" src="https://whky.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/05/Samuels-Katie-V.-050125-745x1024.jpg" alt="Opioid Settlement Coordinator Named In Burke County" loading="lazy"><div class="vc_gitem-zone-mini"></div></div></div><div class="vc_gitem-zone vc_gitem-zone-c vc_custom_1419240516480"><div class="vc_gitem-zone-mini"><div class="vc_gitem_row vc_row vc_gitem-row-position-top"><div class="vc_col-sm-12 vc_gitem-col vc_gitem-col-align-"><div class="vc_custom_heading vc_gitem-post-data vc_gitem-post-data-source-post_title" ><h4 style="text-align: left" >Opioid Settlement Coordinator Named In Burke County</h4></div><div class="vc_custom_heading vc_gitem-post-data vc_gitem-post-data-source-post_excerpt" ><p style="text-align: left" ><p>Burke County Government announced the return of Dr. Katie V. Samuels as the County’s next Opioid Settlement Coordinator. Following an extensive search and review of more than 90 applications, Dr.&hellip;</p> </p></div><div class="vc_btn3-container vc_btn3-left"><a class="vc_general vc_btn3 vc_btn3-size-md vc_btn3-shape-rounded vc_btn3-style-flat vc_btn3-color-juicy-pink" a href="https://whky.com/opioid-settlement-coordinator-named-in-burke-county/" class="vc_gitem-link vc_general vc_btn3 vc_general vc_btn3 vc_btn3-size-md vc_btn3-shape-rounded vc_btn3-style-flat vc_btn3-color-juicy-pink" title="Read more">Read more</a></div></div></div></div></div></div><div class="vc_clearfix"></div></div><div class="vc_grid-item vc_clearfix vc_col-sm-3 vc_grid-item-zone-c-bottom"><div class="vc_grid-item-mini vc_clearfix "><div class="vc_gitem-animated-block" ><div class="vc_gitem-zone vc_gitem-zone-a vc-gitem-zone-height-mode-auto vc-gitem-zone-height-mode-auto-1-1 vc_gitem-is-link" style="background-image: url('https://whky.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/05/Renovated-Bethlehem-Park-050125-1024x576.jpg') !important;"><a href="https://whky.com/ribbon-cutting-scheduled-at-renovated-bethlehem-park/" title="Ribbon Cutting Scheduled At Renovated Bethlehem Park" class="vc_gitem-link vc-zone-link" ></a><img class="vc_gitem-zone-img" src="https://whky.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/05/Renovated-Bethlehem-Park-050125-1024x576.jpg" alt="Ribbon Cutting Scheduled At Renovated Bethlehem Park" loading="lazy"><div class="vc_gitem-zone-mini"></div></div></div><div class="vc_gitem-zone vc_gitem-zone-c vc_custom_1419240516480"><div class="vc_gitem-zone-mini"><div class="vc_gitem_row vc_row vc_gitem-row-position-top"><div class="vc_col-sm-12 vc_gitem-col vc_gitem-col-align-"><div class="vc_custom_heading vc_gitem-post-data vc_gitem-post-data-source-post_title" ><h4 style="text-align: left" >Ribbon Cutting Scheduled At Renovated Bethlehem Park</h4></div><div class="vc_custom_heading vc_gitem-post-data vc_gitem-post-data-source-post_excerpt" ><p style="text-align: left" ><p>The public is invited to a ribbon-cutting ceremony at the newly renovated Bethlehem Park on Friday, May 9 at 10:00 a.m. Improvements at Bethlehem Park include a new 30×96-foot restroom/concession/picnic&hellip;</p> </p></div><div class="vc_btn3-container vc_btn3-left"><a class="vc_general vc_btn3 vc_btn3-size-md vc_btn3-shape-rounded vc_btn3-style-flat vc_btn3-color-juicy-pink" a href="https://whky.com/ribbon-cutting-scheduled-at-renovated-bethlehem-park/" class="vc_gitem-link vc_general vc_btn3 vc_general vc_btn3 vc_btn3-size-md vc_btn3-shape-rounded vc_btn3-style-flat vc_btn3-color-juicy-pink" title="Read more">Read more</a></div></div></div></div></div></div><div class="vc_clearfix"></div></div><div class="vc_grid-item vc_clearfix vc_col-sm-3 vc_grid-item-zone-c-bottom"><div class="vc_grid-item-mini vc_clearfix "><div class="vc_gitem-animated-block" ><div class="vc_gitem-zone vc_gitem-zone-a vc-gitem-zone-height-mode-auto vc-gitem-zone-height-mode-auto-1-1 vc_gitem-is-link" style="background-image: url('https://whky.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/04/IMG_3563.png') !important;"><a href="https://whky.com/woman-charged-with-murder-of-child/" title="Woman Charged With Murder Of Child (Updated with more information, 9:18 a.m., 5/1/25)" class="vc_gitem-link vc-zone-link" ></a><img class="vc_gitem-zone-img" src="https://whky.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/04/IMG_3563.png" alt="Woman Charged With Murder Of Child (Updated with more information, 9:18 a.m., 5/1/25)" loading="lazy"><div class="vc_gitem-zone-mini"></div></div></div><div class="vc_gitem-zone vc_gitem-zone-c vc_custom_1419240516480"><div class="vc_gitem-zone-mini"><div class="vc_gitem_row vc_row vc_gitem-row-position-top"><div class="vc_col-sm-12 vc_gitem-col vc_gitem-col-align-"><div class="vc_custom_heading vc_gitem-post-data vc_gitem-post-data-source-post_title" ><h4 style="text-align: left" >Woman Charged With Murder Of Child (Updated with more information, 9:18 a.m., 5/1/25)</h4></div><div class="vc_custom_heading vc_gitem-post-data vc_gitem-post-data-source-post_excerpt" ><p style="text-align: left" ><p>27-year-old Paige Nicole Blue, who was reported to be from Caldwell County but lists a current address in Lehigh Acres, Florida, was arrested Wednesday (April 30) by Lenoir Police Officers.&hellip;</p> </p></div><div class="vc_btn3-container vc_btn3-left"><a class="vc_general vc_btn3 vc_btn3-size-md vc_btn3-shape-rounded vc_btn3-style-flat vc_btn3-color-juicy-pink" a href="https://whky.com/woman-charged-with-murder-of-child/" class="vc_gitem-link vc_general vc_btn3 vc_general vc_btn3 vc_btn3-size-md vc_btn3-shape-rounded vc_btn3-style-flat vc_btn3-color-juicy-pink" title="Read more">Read more</a></div></div></div></div></div></div><div class="vc_clearfix"></div></div><div class="vc_grid-item vc_clearfix vc_col-sm-3 vc_grid-item-zone-c-bottom"><div class="vc_grid-item-mini vc_clearfix "><div class="vc_gitem-animated-block" ><div class="vc_gitem-zone vc_gitem-zone-a vc-gitem-zone-height-mode-auto vc-gitem-zone-height-mode-auto-1-1 vc_gitem-is-link" style="background-image: url('https://whky.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/04/IMG_3556.jpeg') !important;"><a href="https://whky.com/caldwell-county-woman-charged-in-connection-to-overdose-death/" title="Caldwell County Woman Charged In Connection To Overdose Death" class="vc_gitem-link vc-zone-link" ></a><img class="vc_gitem-zone-img" src="https://whky.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/04/IMG_3556.jpeg" alt="Caldwell County Woman Charged In Connection To Overdose Death" loading="lazy"><div class="vc_gitem-zone-mini"></div></div></div><div class="vc_gitem-zone vc_gitem-zone-c vc_custom_1419240516480"><div class="vc_gitem-zone-mini"><div class="vc_gitem_row vc_row vc_gitem-row-position-top"><div class="vc_col-sm-12 vc_gitem-col vc_gitem-col-align-"><div class="vc_custom_heading vc_gitem-post-data vc_gitem-post-data-source-post_title" ><h4 style="text-align: left" >Caldwell County Woman Charged In Connection To Overdose Death</h4></div><div class="vc_custom_heading vc_gitem-post-data vc_gitem-post-data-source-post_excerpt" ><p style="text-align: left" ><p>33-year-old Brittany Morgan Foust of Lenoir was arrested by Caldwell County Sheriff’s Officers. She’s charged with felony death by distribution. On Wednesday (April 30) deputies responded to a suspected overdose&hellip;</p> </p></div><div class="vc_btn3-container vc_btn3-left"><a class="vc_general vc_btn3 vc_btn3-size-md vc_btn3-shape-rounded vc_btn3-style-flat vc_btn3-color-juicy-pink" a href="https://whky.com/caldwell-county-woman-charged-in-connection-to-overdose-death/" class="vc_gitem-link vc_general vc_btn3 vc_general vc_btn3 vc_btn3-size-md vc_btn3-shape-rounded vc_btn3-style-flat vc_btn3-color-juicy-pink" title="Read more">Read more</a></div></div></div></div></div></div><div class="vc_clearfix"></div></div><div class="vc_grid-item vc_clearfix vc_col-sm-3 vc_grid-item-zone-c-bottom"><div class="vc_grid-item-mini vc_clearfix "><div class="vc_gitem-animated-block" ><div class="vc_gitem-zone vc_gitem-zone-a vc-gitem-zone-height-mode-auto vc-gitem-zone-height-mode-auto-1-1 vc_gitem-is-link" style="background-image: url('https://whky.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/09/Highway-Patrol-Patch-091222.jpg') !important;"><a href="https://whky.com/worker-killed-after-being-struck-by-vehicle/" title="Worker Killed After Being Struck By Vehicle" class="vc_gitem-link vc-zone-link" ></a><img class="vc_gitem-zone-img" src="https://whky.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/09/Highway-Patrol-Patch-091222.jpg" alt="Worker Killed After Being Struck By Vehicle" loading="lazy"><div class="vc_gitem-zone-mini"></div></div></div><div class="vc_gitem-zone vc_gitem-zone-c vc_custom_1419240516480"><div class="vc_gitem-zone-mini"><div class="vc_gitem_row vc_row vc_gitem-row-position-top"><div class="vc_col-sm-12 vc_gitem-col vc_gitem-col-align-"><div class="vc_custom_heading vc_gitem-post-data vc_gitem-post-data-source-post_title" ><h4 style="text-align: left" >Worker Killed After Being Struck By Vehicle</h4></div><div class="vc_custom_heading vc_gitem-post-data vc_gitem-post-data-source-post_excerpt" ><p style="text-align: left" ><p>A worker in a roadway was struck and killed in a collision Tuesday night (April 29). The deceased is 35-year-old Brandon Scott Carpenter of Dallas, N.C. On Tuesday at approximately&hellip;</p> </p></div><div class="vc_btn3-container vc_btn3-left"><a class="vc_general vc_btn3 vc_btn3-size-md vc_btn3-shape-rounded vc_btn3-style-flat vc_btn3-color-juicy-pink" a href="https://whky.com/worker-killed-after-being-struck-by-vehicle/" class="vc_gitem-link vc_general vc_btn3 vc_general vc_btn3 vc_btn3-size-md vc_btn3-shape-rounded vc_btn3-style-flat vc_btn3-color-juicy-pink" title="Read more">Read more</a></div></div></div></div></div></div><div class="vc_clearfix"></div></div><div class="vc_grid-item vc_clearfix vc_col-sm-3 vc_grid-item-zone-c-bottom"><div class="vc_grid-item-mini vc_clearfix "><div class="vc_gitem-animated-block" ><div class="vc_gitem-zone vc_gitem-zone-a vc-gitem-zone-height-mode-auto vc-gitem-zone-height-mode-auto-1-1 vc_gitem-is-link" style="background-image: url('https://whky.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/07/NC-Dept-Of-Commerce-Larger-Logo-070122.jpg') !important;"><a href="https://whky.com/county-unemployment-rates-for-march-released-hickory-metro-numbers-remain-steady-or-decrease/" title="County Unemployment Rates For March Released, Hickory Metro Numbers Remain Steady Or Decrease" class="vc_gitem-link vc-zone-link" ></a><img class="vc_gitem-zone-img" src="https://whky.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/07/NC-Dept-Of-Commerce-Larger-Logo-070122.jpg" alt="County Unemployment Rates For March Released, Hickory Metro Numbers Remain Steady Or Decrease" loading="lazy"><div class="vc_gitem-zone-mini"></div></div></div><div class="vc_gitem-zone vc_gitem-zone-c vc_custom_1419240516480"><div class="vc_gitem-zone-mini"><div class="vc_gitem_row vc_row vc_gitem-row-position-top"><div class="vc_col-sm-12 vc_gitem-col vc_gitem-col-align-"><div class="vc_custom_heading vc_gitem-post-data vc_gitem-post-data-source-post_title" ><h4 style="text-align: left" >County Unemployment Rates For March Released, Hickory Metro Numbers Remain Steady Or Decrease</h4></div><div class="vc_custom_heading vc_gitem-post-data vc_gitem-post-data-source-post_excerpt" ><p style="text-align: left" ><p>Unemployment decreased or remained steady in Hickory Metro counties, according to the latest update. The report was released Tuesday (April 29) by the North Carolina Department of Commerce Labor &amp;&hellip;</p> </p></div><div class="vc_btn3-container vc_btn3-left"><a class="vc_general vc_btn3 vc_btn3-size-md vc_btn3-shape-rounded vc_btn3-style-flat vc_btn3-color-juicy-pink" a href="https://whky.com/county-unemployment-rates-for-march-released-hickory-metro-numbers-remain-steady-or-decrease/" class="vc_gitem-link vc_general vc_btn3 vc_general vc_btn3 vc_btn3-size-md vc_btn3-shape-rounded vc_btn3-style-flat vc_btn3-color-juicy-pink" title="Read more">Read more</a></div></div></div></div></div></div><div class="vc_clearfix"></div></div><div class="vc_grid-item vc_clearfix vc_col-sm-3 vc_grid-item-zone-c-bottom"><div class="vc_grid-item-mini vc_clearfix "><div class="vc_gitem-animated-block" ><div class="vc_gitem-zone vc_gitem-zone-a vc-gitem-zone-height-mode-auto vc-gitem-zone-height-mode-auto-1-1 vc_gitem-is-link" style="background-image: url('https://whky.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/04/Photo-From-Dedication-At-Unity-Park-In-Lenoir-043025.jpg') !important;"><a href="https://whky.com/lenoir-dedicates-new-pavilion-at-unity-park/" title="Lenoir Dedicates New Pavilion At Unity Park" class="vc_gitem-link vc-zone-link" ></a><img class="vc_gitem-zone-img" src="https://whky.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/04/Photo-From-Dedication-At-Unity-Park-In-Lenoir-043025.jpg" alt="Lenoir Dedicates New Pavilion At Unity Park" loading="lazy"><div class="vc_gitem-zone-mini"></div></div></div><div class="vc_gitem-zone vc_gitem-zone-c vc_custom_1419240516480"><div class="vc_gitem-zone-mini"><div class="vc_gitem_row vc_row vc_gitem-row-position-top"><div class="vc_col-sm-12 vc_gitem-col vc_gitem-col-align-"><div class="vc_custom_heading vc_gitem-post-data vc_gitem-post-data-source-post_title" ><h4 style="text-align: left" >Lenoir Dedicates New Pavilion At Unity Park</h4></div><div class="vc_custom_heading vc_gitem-post-data vc_gitem-post-data-source-post_excerpt" ><p style="text-align: left" ><p>The City of Lenoir dedicated the new David R. Horn Education Pavilion at Unity Park &amp; Community Gardens. Mayor Joe Gibbons unveiled the name during the Earth Day &amp; Arbor&hellip;</p> </p></div><div class="vc_btn3-container vc_btn3-left"><a class="vc_general vc_btn3 vc_btn3-size-md vc_btn3-shape-rounded vc_btn3-style-flat vc_btn3-color-juicy-pink" a href="https://whky.com/lenoir-dedicates-new-pavilion-at-unity-park/" class="vc_gitem-link vc_general vc_btn3 vc_general vc_btn3 vc_btn3-size-md vc_btn3-shape-rounded vc_btn3-style-flat vc_btn3-color-juicy-pink" title="Read more">Read more</a></div></div></div></div></div></div><div class="vc_clearfix"></div></div><div class="vc_grid-item vc_clearfix vc_col-sm-3 vc_grid-item-zone-c-bottom"><div class="vc_grid-item-mini vc_clearfix "><div class="vc_gitem-animated-block" ><div class="vc_gitem-zone vc_gitem-zone-a vc-gitem-zone-height-mode-auto vc-gitem-zone-height-mode-auto-1-1 vc_gitem-is-link" style="background-image: url('https://whky.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/07/NCDHHS-Logo-071624.jpg') !important;"><a href="https://whky.com/program-to-distribute-fans-to-eligible-individuals-in-n-c-begins-thursday/" title="Program To Distribute Fans To Eligible Individuals In N.C. Begins Thursday" class="vc_gitem-link vc-zone-link" ></a><img class="vc_gitem-zone-img" src="https://whky.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/07/NCDHHS-Logo-071624.jpg" alt="Program To Distribute Fans To Eligible Individuals In N.C. Begins Thursday" loading="lazy"><div class="vc_gitem-zone-mini"></div></div></div><div class="vc_gitem-zone vc_gitem-zone-c vc_custom_1419240516480"><div class="vc_gitem-zone-mini"><div class="vc_gitem_row vc_row vc_gitem-row-position-top"><div class="vc_col-sm-12 vc_gitem-col vc_gitem-col-align-"><div class="vc_custom_heading vc_gitem-post-data vc_gitem-post-data-source-post_title" ><h4 style="text-align: left" >Program To Distribute Fans To Eligible Individuals In N.C. Begins Thursday</h4></div><div class="vc_custom_heading vc_gitem-post-data vc_gitem-post-data-source-post_excerpt" ><p style="text-align: left" ><p>The North Carolina Department of Health and Human Services’ Division of Aging is partnering with North Carolina area agencies on aging and local service providers to distribute fans statewide to&hellip;</p> </p></div><div class="vc_btn3-container vc_btn3-left"><a class="vc_general vc_btn3 vc_btn3-size-md vc_btn3-shape-rounded vc_btn3-style-flat vc_btn3-color-juicy-pink" a href="https://whky.com/program-to-distribute-fans-to-eligible-individuals-in-n-c-begins-thursday/" class="vc_gitem-link vc_general vc_btn3 vc_general vc_btn3 vc_btn3-size-md vc_btn3-shape-rounded vc_btn3-style-flat vc_btn3-color-juicy-pink" title="Read more">Read more</a></div></div></div></div></div></div><div class="vc_clearfix"></div></div><div class="vc_grid-item vc_clearfix vc_col-sm-3 vc_grid-item-zone-c-bottom"><div class="vc_grid-item-mini vc_clearfix "><div class="vc_gitem-animated-block" ><div class="vc_gitem-zone vc_gitem-zone-a vc-gitem-zone-height-mode-auto vc-gitem-zone-height-mode-auto-1-1 vc_gitem-is-link" style="background-image: url('https://whky.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/01/Josh-Stein-Signs-Orders-010625.jpg') !important;"><a href="https://whky.com/governor-announces-grant-opportunities-for-small-businesses-affected-by-helene/" title="Governor Announces Grant Opportunities For Small Businesses Affected By Helene" class="vc_gitem-link vc-zone-link" ></a><img class="vc_gitem-zone-img" src="https://whky.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/01/Josh-Stein-Signs-Orders-010625.jpg" alt="Governor Announces Grant Opportunities For Small Businesses Affected By Helene" loading="lazy"><div class="vc_gitem-zone-mini"></div></div></div><div class="vc_gitem-zone vc_gitem-zone-c vc_custom_1419240516480"><div class="vc_gitem-zone-mini"><div class="vc_gitem_row vc_row vc_gitem-row-position-top"><div class="vc_col-sm-12 vc_gitem-col vc_gitem-col-align-"><div class="vc_custom_heading vc_gitem-post-data vc_gitem-post-data-source-post_title" ><h4 style="text-align: left" >Governor Announces Grant Opportunities For Small Businesses Affected By Helene</h4></div><div class="vc_custom_heading vc_gitem-post-data vc_gitem-post-data-source-post_excerpt" ><p style="text-align: left" ><p>On Tuesday (April 29) Governor Josh Stein announced that local governments in western North Carolina can apply for grants from a new $55 million state infrastructure program designed to help&hellip;</p> </p></div><div class="vc_btn3-container vc_btn3-left"><a class="vc_general vc_btn3 vc_btn3-size-md vc_btn3-shape-rounded vc_btn3-style-flat vc_btn3-color-juicy-pink" a href="https://whky.com/governor-announces-grant-opportunities-for-small-businesses-affected-by-helene/" class="vc_gitem-link vc_general vc_btn3 vc_general vc_btn3 vc_btn3-size-md vc_btn3-shape-rounded vc_btn3-style-flat vc_btn3-color-juicy-pink" title="Read more">Read more</a></div></div></div></div></div></div><div class="vc_clearfix"></div></div><div class="vc_grid-item vc_clearfix vc_col-sm-3 vc_grid-item-zone-c-bottom"><div class="vc_grid-item-mini vc_clearfix "><div class="vc_gitem-animated-block" ><div class="vc_gitem-zone vc_gitem-zone-a vc-gitem-zone-height-mode-auto vc-gitem-zone-height-mode-auto-1-1 vc_gitem-is-link" style="background-image: url('https://whky.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/01/NCDOJ-Seal-011122.jpg') !important;"><a href="https://whky.com/n-c-attorney-general-files-suit-against-organization-for-reported-termination-of-grants/" title="N.C. Attorney General Files Suit Against Organization For Reported Termination Of Grants" class="vc_gitem-link vc-zone-link" ></a><img class="vc_gitem-zone-img" src="https://whky.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/01/NCDOJ-Seal-011122.jpg" alt="N.C. Attorney General Files Suit Against Organization For Reported Termination Of Grants" loading="lazy"><div class="vc_gitem-zone-mini"></div></div></div><div class="vc_gitem-zone vc_gitem-zone-c vc_custom_1419240516480"><div class="vc_gitem-zone-mini"><div class="vc_gitem_row vc_row vc_gitem-row-position-top"><div class="vc_col-sm-12 vc_gitem-col vc_gitem-col-align-"><div class="vc_custom_heading vc_gitem-post-data vc_gitem-post-data-source-post_title" ><h4 style="text-align: left" >N.C. Attorney General Files Suit Against Organization For Reported Termination Of Grants</h4></div><div class="vc_custom_heading vc_gitem-post-data vc_gitem-post-data-source-post_excerpt" ><p style="text-align: left" ><p>On Tuesday (April 29) North Carolina Attorney General Jeff Jackson filed suit against the Corporation for National and Community Service (AmeriCorps) for unlawfully terminating congressionally approved grants that fund jobs&hellip;</p> </p></div><div class="vc_btn3-container vc_btn3-left"><a class="vc_general vc_btn3 vc_btn3-size-md vc_btn3-shape-rounded vc_btn3-style-flat vc_btn3-color-juicy-pink" a href="https://whky.com/n-c-attorney-general-files-suit-against-organization-for-reported-termination-of-grants/" class="vc_gitem-link vc_general vc_btn3 vc_general vc_btn3 vc_btn3-size-md vc_btn3-shape-rounded vc_btn3-style-flat vc_btn3-color-juicy-pink" title="Read more">Read more</a></div></div></div></div></div></div><div class="vc_clearfix"></div></div><div class="vc_grid-item vc_clearfix vc_col-sm-3 vc_grid-item-zone-c-bottom"><div class="vc_grid-item-mini vc_clearfix "><div class="vc_gitem-animated-block" ><div class="vc_gitem-zone vc_gitem-zone-a vc-gitem-zone-height-mode-auto vc-gitem-zone-height-mode-auto-1-1 vc_gitem-is-link" style="background-image: url('https://whky.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/04/Catawba-County-and-Catawba-County-Schools-logo-combo-042925.jpg') !important;"><a href="https://whky.com/catawba-commissioners-school-board-to-hold-joint-meeting/" title="Catawba Commissioners &#038; School Board to Hold Joint Meeting" class="vc_gitem-link vc-zone-link" ></a><img class="vc_gitem-zone-img" src="https://whky.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/04/Catawba-County-and-Catawba-County-Schools-logo-combo-042925.jpg" alt="Catawba Commissioners & School Board to Hold Joint Meeting" loading="lazy"><div class="vc_gitem-zone-mini"></div></div></div><div class="vc_gitem-zone vc_gitem-zone-c vc_custom_1419240516480"><div class="vc_gitem-zone-mini"><div class="vc_gitem_row vc_row vc_gitem-row-position-top"><div class="vc_col-sm-12 vc_gitem-col vc_gitem-col-align-"><div class="vc_custom_heading vc_gitem-post-data vc_gitem-post-data-source-post_title" ><h4 style="text-align: left" >Catawba Commissioners &#038; School Board to Hold Joint Meeting</h4></div><div class="vc_custom_heading vc_gitem-post-data vc_gitem-post-data-source-post_excerpt" ><p style="text-align: left" ><p>The Catawba County Board of Commissioners and the Catawba County Schools’ Board of Education will hold a special joint meeting this Thursday, May 1, at 6 p.m. The meeting will&hellip;</p> </p></div><div class="vc_btn3-container vc_btn3-left"><a class="vc_general vc_btn3 vc_btn3-size-md vc_btn3-shape-rounded vc_btn3-style-flat vc_btn3-color-juicy-pink" a href="https://whky.com/catawba-commissioners-school-board-to-hold-joint-meeting/" class="vc_gitem-link vc_general vc_btn3 vc_general vc_btn3 vc_btn3-size-md vc_btn3-shape-rounded vc_btn3-style-flat vc_btn3-color-juicy-pink" title="Read more">Read more</a></div></div></div></div></div></div><div class="vc_clearfix"></div></div><div class="vc_grid-item vc_clearfix vc_col-sm-3 vc_grid-item-zone-c-bottom"><div class="vc_grid-item-mini vc_clearfix "><div class="vc_gitem-animated-block" ><div class="vc_gitem-zone vc_gitem-zone-a vc-gitem-zone-height-mode-auto vc-gitem-zone-height-mode-auto-1-1 vc_gitem-is-link" style="background-image: url('https://whky.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/04/Thomas-Taniyah-042925.jpg') !important;"><a href="https://whky.com/publics-help-sought-in-finding-runaway-teen/" title="Update: Runaway Teenager Found, Returned Home (Updated at 9:18 a.m., 4/30/25)" class="vc_gitem-link vc-zone-link" ></a><img class="vc_gitem-zone-img" src="https://whky.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/04/Thomas-Taniyah-042925.jpg" alt="Update: Runaway Teenager Found, Returned Home (Updated at 9:18 a.m., 4/30/25)" loading="lazy"><div class="vc_gitem-zone-mini"></div></div></div><div class="vc_gitem-zone vc_gitem-zone-c vc_custom_1419240516480"><div class="vc_gitem-zone-mini"><div class="vc_gitem_row vc_row vc_gitem-row-position-top"><div class="vc_col-sm-12 vc_gitem-col vc_gitem-col-align-"><div class="vc_custom_heading vc_gitem-post-data vc_gitem-post-data-source-post_title" ><h4 style="text-align: left" >Update: Runaway Teenager Found, Returned Home (Updated at 9:18 a.m., 4/30/25)</h4></div><div class="vc_custom_heading vc_gitem-post-data vc_gitem-post-data-source-post_excerpt" ><p style="text-align: left" ><p>The teenager who was reported missing has been found. On Tuesday (April 29), the Lincoln County Sheriff’s Office is asking for the public&#8217;s assistance in finding a runaway juvenile. She&hellip;</p> </p></div><div class="vc_btn3-container vc_btn3-left"><a class="vc_general vc_btn3 vc_btn3-size-md vc_btn3-shape-rounded vc_btn3-style-flat vc_btn3-color-juicy-pink" a href="https://whky.com/publics-help-sought-in-finding-runaway-teen/" class="vc_gitem-link vc_general vc_btn3 vc_general vc_btn3 vc_btn3-size-md vc_btn3-shape-rounded vc_btn3-style-flat vc_btn3-color-juicy-pink" title="Read more">Read more</a></div></div></div></div></div></div><div class="vc_clearfix"></div></div><div class="vc_grid-item vc_clearfix vc_col-sm-3 vc_grid-item-zone-c-bottom"><div class="vc_grid-item-mini vc_clearfix "><div class="vc_gitem-animated-block" ><div class="vc_gitem-zone vc_gitem-zone-a vc-gitem-zone-height-mode-auto vc-gitem-zone-height-mode-auto-1-1 vc_gitem-is-link" style="background-image: url('https://whky.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/02/Catawba-County-New-Logo-031919.jpg') !important;"><a href="https://whky.com/catawba-commissioners-transfer-funds-for-renovations-at-county-school/" title="Catawba Commissioners Transfer Funds For Renovations At County School" class="vc_gitem-link vc-zone-link" ></a><img class="vc_gitem-zone-img" src="https://whky.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/02/Catawba-County-New-Logo-031919.jpg" alt="Catawba Commissioners Transfer Funds For Renovations At County School" loading="lazy"><div class="vc_gitem-zone-mini"></div></div></div><div class="vc_gitem-zone vc_gitem-zone-c vc_custom_1419240516480"><div class="vc_gitem-zone-mini"><div class="vc_gitem_row vc_row vc_gitem-row-position-top"><div class="vc_col-sm-12 vc_gitem-col vc_gitem-col-align-"><div class="vc_custom_heading vc_gitem-post-data vc_gitem-post-data-source-post_title" ><h4 style="text-align: left" >Catawba Commissioners Transfer Funds For Renovations At County School</h4></div><div class="vc_custom_heading vc_gitem-post-data vc_gitem-post-data-source-post_excerpt" ><p style="text-align: left" ><p>At the most recent Catawba County Board of Commissioners meeting, among the items on the consent agenda, the Finance and Personnel Subcommittee requested that the board approve an existing project&hellip;</p> </p></div><div class="vc_btn3-container vc_btn3-left"><a class="vc_general vc_btn3 vc_btn3-size-md vc_btn3-shape-rounded vc_btn3-style-flat vc_btn3-color-juicy-pink" a href="https://whky.com/catawba-commissioners-transfer-funds-for-renovations-at-county-school/" class="vc_gitem-link vc_general vc_btn3 vc_general vc_btn3 vc_btn3-size-md vc_btn3-shape-rounded vc_btn3-style-flat vc_btn3-color-juicy-pink" title="Read more">Read more</a></div></div></div></div></div></div><div class="vc_clearfix"></div></div><div class="vc_grid-item vc_clearfix vc_col-sm-3 vc_grid-item-zone-c-bottom"><div class="vc_grid-item-mini vc_clearfix "><div class="vc_gitem-animated-block" ><div class="vc_gitem-zone vc_gitem-zone-a vc-gitem-zone-height-mode-auto vc-gitem-zone-height-mode-auto-1-1 vc_gitem-is-link" style="background-image: url('https://whky.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/02/Hickory-NC-Logo-020823.jpg') !important;"><a href="https://whky.com/hickory-city-council-to-hold-retreat/" title="Hickory City Council To Hold Retreat" class="vc_gitem-link vc-zone-link" ></a><img class="vc_gitem-zone-img" src="https://whky.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/02/Hickory-NC-Logo-020823.jpg" alt="Hickory City Council To Hold Retreat" loading="lazy"><div class="vc_gitem-zone-mini"></div></div></div><div class="vc_gitem-zone vc_gitem-zone-c vc_custom_1419240516480"><div class="vc_gitem-zone-mini"><div class="vc_gitem_row vc_row vc_gitem-row-position-top"><div class="vc_col-sm-12 vc_gitem-col vc_gitem-col-align-"><div class="vc_custom_heading vc_gitem-post-data vc_gitem-post-data-source-post_title" ><h4 style="text-align: left" >Hickory City Council To Hold Retreat</h4></div><div class="vc_custom_heading vc_gitem-post-data vc_gitem-post-data-source-post_excerpt" ><p style="text-align: left" ><p>A special meeting of the Hickory City Council will be held this Thursday (May 1) at 8:00 a.m. at Catawba Valley Community College (CVCC), in the Workforce Solutions Complex at&hellip;</p> </p></div><div class="vc_btn3-container vc_btn3-left"><a class="vc_general vc_btn3 vc_btn3-size-md vc_btn3-shape-rounded vc_btn3-style-flat vc_btn3-color-juicy-pink" a href="https://whky.com/hickory-city-council-to-hold-retreat/" class="vc_gitem-link vc_general vc_btn3 vc_general vc_btn3 vc_btn3-size-md vc_btn3-shape-rounded vc_btn3-style-flat vc_btn3-color-juicy-pink" title="Read more">Read more</a></div></div></div></div></div></div><div class="vc_clearfix"></div></div><div class="vc_grid-item vc_clearfix vc_col-sm-3 vc_grid-item-zone-c-bottom"><div class="vc_grid-item-mini vc_clearfix "><div class="vc_gitem-animated-block" ><div class="vc_gitem-zone vc_gitem-zone-a vc-gitem-zone-height-mode-auto vc-gitem-zone-height-mode-auto-1-1 vc_gitem-is-link" style="background-image: url('https://whky.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/01/NCDOJ-Seal-011122.jpg') !important;"><a href="https://whky.com/n-c-attorney-general-warns-citizens-about-contractor-fraud/" title="N.C. Attorney General Warns Citizens About Contractor Fraud" class="vc_gitem-link vc-zone-link" ></a><img class="vc_gitem-zone-img" src="https://whky.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/01/NCDOJ-Seal-011122.jpg" alt="N.C. Attorney General Warns Citizens About Contractor Fraud" loading="lazy"><div class="vc_gitem-zone-mini"></div></div></div><div class="vc_gitem-zone vc_gitem-zone-c vc_custom_1419240516480"><div class="vc_gitem-zone-mini"><div class="vc_gitem_row vc_row vc_gitem-row-position-top"><div class="vc_col-sm-12 vc_gitem-col vc_gitem-col-align-"><div class="vc_custom_heading vc_gitem-post-data vc_gitem-post-data-source-post_title" ><h4 style="text-align: left" >N.C. Attorney General Warns Citizens About Contractor Fraud</h4></div><div class="vc_custom_heading vc_gitem-post-data vc_gitem-post-data-source-post_excerpt" ><p style="text-align: left" ><p>Attorney General Jeff Jackson is warning North Carolina homeowners to be on the lookout for contractor fraud as they continue to rebuild from Hurricane Helene. When hiring a contractor, the&hellip;</p> </p></div><div class="vc_btn3-container vc_btn3-left"><a class="vc_general vc_btn3 vc_btn3-size-md vc_btn3-shape-rounded vc_btn3-style-flat vc_btn3-color-juicy-pink" a href="https://whky.com/n-c-attorney-general-warns-citizens-about-contractor-fraud/" class="vc_gitem-link vc_general vc_btn3 vc_general vc_btn3 vc_btn3-size-md vc_btn3-shape-rounded vc_btn3-style-flat vc_btn3-color-juicy-pink" title="Read more">Read more</a></div></div></div></div></div></div><div class="vc_clearfix"></div></div><div class="vc_grid-item vc_clearfix vc_col-sm-3 vc_grid-item-zone-c-bottom"><div class="vc_grid-item-mini vc_clearfix "><div class="vc_gitem-animated-block" ><div class="vc_gitem-zone vc_gitem-zone-a vc-gitem-zone-height-mode-auto vc-gitem-zone-height-mode-auto-1-1 vc_gitem-is-link" style="background-image: url('https://whky.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/03/Caldwell-County-Seal-031522.jpg') !important;"><a href="https://whky.com/helene-resource-center-in-caldwell-county-to-close-this-week/" title="Helene Resource Center In Caldwell County To Close This Week" class="vc_gitem-link vc-zone-link" ></a><img class="vc_gitem-zone-img" src="https://whky.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/03/Caldwell-County-Seal-031522.jpg" alt="Helene Resource Center In Caldwell County To Close This Week" loading="lazy"><div class="vc_gitem-zone-mini"></div></div></div><div class="vc_gitem-zone vc_gitem-zone-c vc_custom_1419240516480"><div class="vc_gitem-zone-mini"><div class="vc_gitem_row vc_row vc_gitem-row-position-top"><div class="vc_col-sm-12 vc_gitem-col vc_gitem-col-align-"><div class="vc_custom_heading vc_gitem-post-data vc_gitem-post-data-source-post_title" ><h4 style="text-align: left" >Helene Resource Center In Caldwell County To Close This Week</h4></div><div class="vc_custom_heading vc_gitem-post-data vc_gitem-post-data-source-post_excerpt" ><p style="text-align: left" ><p>The One-Stop Resource Center in Caldwell County closes this Wednesday, April 30. The one-stop resource center connects individuals, small businesses, and private-nonprofit groups impacted by Tropical Storm Helene with disaster&hellip;</p> </p></div><div class="vc_btn3-container vc_btn3-left"><a class="vc_general vc_btn3 vc_btn3-size-md vc_btn3-shape-rounded vc_btn3-style-flat vc_btn3-color-juicy-pink" a href="https://whky.com/helene-resource-center-in-caldwell-county-to-close-this-week/" class="vc_gitem-link vc_general vc_btn3 vc_general vc_btn3 vc_btn3-size-md vc_btn3-shape-rounded vc_btn3-style-flat vc_btn3-color-juicy-pink" title="Read more">Read more</a></div></div></div></div></div></div><div class="vc_clearfix"></div></div><div class="vc_grid-item vc_clearfix vc_col-sm-3 vc_grid-item-zone-c-bottom"><div class="vc_grid-item-mini vc_clearfix "><div class="vc_gitem-animated-block" ><div class="vc_gitem-zone vc_gitem-zone-a vc-gitem-zone-height-mode-auto vc-gitem-zone-height-mode-auto-1-1 vc_gitem-is-link" style="background-image: url('https://whky.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/04/Frye-Care-Physicians-Network-042925.jpg') !important;"><a href="https://whky.com/free-physical-exams-offered-for-local-student-athletes/" title="Free Physical Exams Offered For Local Student-Athletes" class="vc_gitem-link vc-zone-link" ></a><img class="vc_gitem-zone-img" src="https://whky.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/04/Frye-Care-Physicians-Network-042925.jpg" alt="Free Physical Exams Offered For Local Student-Athletes" loading="lazy"><div class="vc_gitem-zone-mini"></div></div></div><div class="vc_gitem-zone vc_gitem-zone-c vc_custom_1419240516480"><div class="vc_gitem-zone-mini"><div class="vc_gitem_row vc_row vc_gitem-row-position-top"><div class="vc_col-sm-12 vc_gitem-col vc_gitem-col-align-"><div class="vc_custom_heading vc_gitem-post-data vc_gitem-post-data-source-post_title" ><h4 style="text-align: left" >Free Physical Exams Offered For Local Student-Athletes</h4></div><div class="vc_custom_heading vc_gitem-post-data vc_gitem-post-data-source-post_excerpt" ><p style="text-align: left" ><p>FryeCare Physicians Network is helping local student-athletes prepare for the upcoming sports season by offering free preparticipation physical examinations on Saturday, May 17, from 8:30 a.m. to noon at FryeCare&hellip;</p> </p></div><div class="vc_btn3-container vc_btn3-left"><a class="vc_general vc_btn3 vc_btn3-size-md vc_btn3-shape-rounded vc_btn3-style-flat vc_btn3-color-juicy-pink" a href="https://whky.com/free-physical-exams-offered-for-local-student-athletes/" class="vc_gitem-link vc_general vc_btn3 vc_general vc_btn3 vc_btn3-size-md vc_btn3-shape-rounded vc_btn3-style-flat vc_btn3-color-juicy-pink" title="Read more">Read more</a></div></div></div></div></div></div><div class="vc_clearfix"></div></div><div class="vc_grid-item vc_clearfix vc_col-sm-3 vc_grid-item-zone-c-bottom"><div class="vc_grid-item-mini vc_clearfix "><div class="vc_gitem-animated-block" ><div class="vc_gitem-zone vc_gitem-zone-a vc-gitem-zone-height-mode-auto vc-gitem-zone-height-mode-auto-1-1 vc_gitem-is-link" style="background-image: url('https://whky.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/06/Alexander-County-Seal-062122.jpg') !important;"><a href="https://whky.com/alexander-commissioners-to-hold-meeting-to-choose-interim-county-manager/" title="Alexander Commissioners to Hold Meeting to Choose Interim County Manager" class="vc_gitem-link vc-zone-link" ></a><img class="vc_gitem-zone-img" src="https://whky.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/06/Alexander-County-Seal-062122.jpg" alt="Alexander Commissioners to Hold Meeting to Choose Interim County Manager" loading="lazy"><div class="vc_gitem-zone-mini"></div></div></div><div class="vc_gitem-zone vc_gitem-zone-c vc_custom_1419240516480"><div class="vc_gitem-zone-mini"><div class="vc_gitem_row vc_row vc_gitem-row-position-top"><div class="vc_col-sm-12 vc_gitem-col vc_gitem-col-align-"><div class="vc_custom_heading vc_gitem-post-data vc_gitem-post-data-source-post_title" ><h4 style="text-align: left" >Alexander Commissioners to Hold Meeting to Choose Interim County Manager</h4></div><div class="vc_custom_heading vc_gitem-post-data vc_gitem-post-data-source-post_excerpt" ><p style="text-align: left" ><p>Following the official resignation of Todd Herms as Alexander County Manager, the Alexander County Board of Commissioners has announced that it will hold a special called meeting at 8:30 a.m.&hellip;</p> </p></div><div class="vc_btn3-container vc_btn3-left"><a class="vc_general vc_btn3 vc_btn3-size-md vc_btn3-shape-rounded vc_btn3-style-flat vc_btn3-color-juicy-pink" a href="https://whky.com/alexander-commissioners-to-hold-meeting-to-choose-interim-county-manager/" class="vc_gitem-link vc_general vc_btn3 vc_general vc_btn3 vc_btn3-size-md vc_btn3-shape-rounded vc_btn3-style-flat vc_btn3-color-juicy-pink" title="Read more">Read more</a></div></div></div></div></div></div><div class="vc_clearfix"></div></div><div class="vc_grid-item vc_clearfix vc_col-sm-3 vc_grid-item-zone-c-bottom"><div class="vc_grid-item-mini vc_clearfix "><div class="vc_gitem-animated-block" ><div class="vc_gitem-zone vc_gitem-zone-a vc-gitem-zone-height-mode-auto vc-gitem-zone-height-mode-auto-1-1 vc_gitem-is-link" style="background-image: url('https://whky.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/04/CDBG-Disaster-Recovery-042825.jpg') !important;"><a href="https://whky.com/hud-approves-north-carolinas-1-4-billion-action-plan-for-helene-recovery/" title="HUD Approves North Carolina&#8217;s $1.4 Billion Action Plan For Helene Recovery" class="vc_gitem-link vc-zone-link" ></a><img class="vc_gitem-zone-img" src="https://whky.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/04/CDBG-Disaster-Recovery-042825.jpg" alt="HUD Approves North Carolina's $1.4 Billion Action Plan For Helene Recovery" loading="lazy"><div class="vc_gitem-zone-mini"></div></div></div><div class="vc_gitem-zone vc_gitem-zone-c vc_custom_1419240516480"><div class="vc_gitem-zone-mini"><div class="vc_gitem_row vc_row vc_gitem-row-position-top"><div class="vc_col-sm-12 vc_gitem-col vc_gitem-col-align-"><div class="vc_custom_heading vc_gitem-post-data vc_gitem-post-data-source-post_title" ><h4 style="text-align: left" >HUD Approves North Carolina&#8217;s $1.4 Billion Action Plan For Helene Recovery</h4></div><div class="vc_custom_heading vc_gitem-post-data vc_gitem-post-data-source-post_excerpt" ><p style="text-align: left" ><p>Governor Josh Stein announced Friday (April 25) that the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD) has approved North Carolina’s Action Plan for a $1.4 billion grant to help&hellip;</p> </p></div><div class="vc_btn3-container vc_btn3-left"><a class="vc_general vc_btn3 vc_btn3-size-md vc_btn3-shape-rounded vc_btn3-style-flat vc_btn3-color-juicy-pink" a href="https://whky.com/hud-approves-north-carolinas-1-4-billion-action-plan-for-helene-recovery/" class="vc_gitem-link vc_general vc_btn3 vc_general vc_btn3 vc_btn3-size-md vc_btn3-shape-rounded vc_btn3-style-flat vc_btn3-color-juicy-pink" title="Read more">Read more</a></div></div></div></div></div></div><div class="vc_clearfix"></div></div><div class="vc_grid-item vc_clearfix vc_col-sm-3 vc_grid-item-zone-c-bottom"><div class="vc_grid-item-mini vc_clearfix "><div class="vc_gitem-animated-block" ><div class="vc_gitem-zone vc_gitem-zone-a vc-gitem-zone-height-mode-auto vc-gitem-zone-height-mode-auto-1-1 vc_gitem-is-link" style="background-image: url('https://whky.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/01/Josh-Stein-Signs-Orders-010625.jpg') !important;"><a href="https://whky.com/state-of-emergency-extended-for-western-nc-counties/" title="State Of Emergency Extended For Western NC Counties" class="vc_gitem-link vc-zone-link" ></a><img class="vc_gitem-zone-img" src="https://whky.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/01/Josh-Stein-Signs-Orders-010625.jpg" alt="State Of Emergency Extended For Western NC Counties" loading="lazy"><div class="vc_gitem-zone-mini"></div></div></div><div class="vc_gitem-zone vc_gitem-zone-c vc_custom_1419240516480"><div class="vc_gitem-zone-mini"><div class="vc_gitem_row vc_row vc_gitem-row-position-top"><div class="vc_col-sm-12 vc_gitem-col vc_gitem-col-align-"><div class="vc_custom_heading vc_gitem-post-data vc_gitem-post-data-source-post_title" ><h4 style="text-align: left" >State Of Emergency Extended For Western NC Counties</h4></div><div class="vc_custom_heading vc_gitem-post-data vc_gitem-post-data-source-post_excerpt" ><p style="text-align: left" ><p>Governor Josh Stein has extended the State of Emergency for the western North Carolina wildfires in 34 counties. The State of Emergency extension will last for a period of 30&hellip;</p> </p></div><div class="vc_btn3-container vc_btn3-left"><a class="vc_general vc_btn3 vc_btn3-size-md vc_btn3-shape-rounded vc_btn3-style-flat vc_btn3-color-juicy-pink" a href="https://whky.com/state-of-emergency-extended-for-western-nc-counties/" class="vc_gitem-link vc_general vc_btn3 vc_general vc_btn3 vc_btn3-size-md vc_btn3-shape-rounded vc_btn3-style-flat vc_btn3-color-juicy-pink" title="Read more">Read more</a></div></div></div></div></div></div><div class="vc_clearfix"></div></div><div class="vc_grid-item vc_clearfix vc_col-sm-3 vc_grid-item-zone-c-bottom"><div class="vc_grid-item-mini vc_clearfix "><div class="vc_gitem-animated-block" ><div class="vc_gitem-zone vc_gitem-zone-a vc-gitem-zone-height-mode-auto vc-gitem-zone-height-mode-auto-1-1 vc_gitem-is-link" style="background-image: url('https://whky.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/06/Alexander-County-Seal-062122.jpg') !important;"><a href="https://whky.com/proposed-budget-presented-at-alexander-county-work-session/" title="Proposed Budget Presented At Alexander County Work Session" class="vc_gitem-link vc-zone-link" ></a><img class="vc_gitem-zone-img" src="https://whky.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/06/Alexander-County-Seal-062122.jpg" alt="Proposed Budget Presented At Alexander County Work Session" loading="lazy"><div class="vc_gitem-zone-mini"></div></div></div><div class="vc_gitem-zone vc_gitem-zone-c vc_custom_1419240516480"><div class="vc_gitem-zone-mini"><div class="vc_gitem_row vc_row vc_gitem-row-position-top"><div class="vc_col-sm-12 vc_gitem-col vc_gitem-col-align-"><div class="vc_custom_heading vc_gitem-post-data vc_gitem-post-data-source-post_title" ><h4 style="text-align: left" >Proposed Budget Presented At Alexander County Work Session</h4></div><div class="vc_custom_heading vc_gitem-post-data vc_gitem-post-data-source-post_excerpt" ><p style="text-align: left" ><p>The proposed 2025-2026 county budget was presented to the Alexander County Board of Commissioners at a work session held last week. Jennifer Herman, Alexander County Finance Director, presented the proposed&hellip;</p> </p></div><div class="vc_btn3-container vc_btn3-left"><a class="vc_general vc_btn3 vc_btn3-size-md vc_btn3-shape-rounded vc_btn3-style-flat vc_btn3-color-juicy-pink" a href="https://whky.com/proposed-budget-presented-at-alexander-county-work-session/" class="vc_gitem-link vc_general vc_btn3 vc_general vc_btn3 vc_btn3-size-md vc_btn3-shape-rounded vc_btn3-style-flat vc_btn3-color-juicy-pink" title="Read more">Read more</a></div></div></div></div></div></div><div class="vc_clearfix"></div></div><div class="vc_grid-item vc_clearfix vc_col-sm-3 vc_grid-item-zone-c-bottom"><div class="vc_grid-item-mini vc_clearfix "><div class="vc_gitem-animated-block" ><div class="vc_gitem-zone vc_gitem-zone-a vc-gitem-zone-height-mode-auto vc-gitem-zone-height-mode-auto-1-1 vc_gitem-is-link" style="background-image: url('https://whky.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/12/Morganton-Public-Safety-logo-121924.gif.jpg') !important;"><a href="https://whky.com/pedestrian-struck-by-vehicle-sunday/" title="Pedestrian Struck By Vehicle Sunday" class="vc_gitem-link vc-zone-link" ></a><img class="vc_gitem-zone-img" src="https://whky.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/12/Morganton-Public-Safety-logo-121924.gif.jpg" alt="Pedestrian Struck By Vehicle Sunday" loading="lazy"><div class="vc_gitem-zone-mini"></div></div></div><div class="vc_gitem-zone vc_gitem-zone-c vc_custom_1419240516480"><div class="vc_gitem-zone-mini"><div class="vc_gitem_row vc_row vc_gitem-row-position-top"><div class="vc_col-sm-12 vc_gitem-col vc_gitem-col-align-"><div class="vc_custom_heading vc_gitem-post-data vc_gitem-post-data-source-post_title" ><h4 style="text-align: left" >Pedestrian Struck By Vehicle Sunday</h4></div><div class="vc_custom_heading vc_gitem-post-data vc_gitem-post-data-source-post_excerpt" ><p style="text-align: left" ><p>A pedestrian was struck by a vehicle in Morganton and a driver has been charged. Sunday (April 27) at 1:37 p.m. Morganton Public Safety Officers responded to the area of&hellip;</p> </p></div><div class="vc_btn3-container vc_btn3-left"><a class="vc_general vc_btn3 vc_btn3-size-md vc_btn3-shape-rounded vc_btn3-style-flat vc_btn3-color-juicy-pink" a href="https://whky.com/pedestrian-struck-by-vehicle-sunday/" class="vc_gitem-link vc_general vc_btn3 vc_general vc_btn3 vc_btn3-size-md vc_btn3-shape-rounded vc_btn3-style-flat vc_btn3-color-juicy-pink" title="Read more">Read more</a></div></div></div></div></div></div><div class="vc_clearfix"></div></div><div class="vc_grid-item vc_clearfix vc_col-sm-3 vc_grid-item-zone-c-bottom"><div class="vc_grid-item-mini vc_clearfix "><div class="vc_gitem-animated-block" ><div class="vc_gitem-zone vc_gitem-zone-a vc-gitem-zone-height-mode-auto vc-gitem-zone-height-mode-auto-1-1 vc_gitem-is-link" style="background-image: url('https://whky.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/10/Wilson-Creek-Photo-Three-102523.jpg') !important;"><a href="https://whky.com/advisory-issued-regarding-continued-closures-in-wilson-creek-area/" title="Advisory Issued Regarding Continued Closures In Wilson Creek Area" class="vc_gitem-link vc-zone-link" ></a><img class="vc_gitem-zone-img" src="https://whky.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/10/Wilson-Creek-Photo-Three-102523.jpg" alt="Advisory Issued Regarding Continued Closures In Wilson Creek Area" loading="lazy"><div class="vc_gitem-zone-mini"></div></div></div><div class="vc_gitem-zone vc_gitem-zone-c vc_custom_1419240516480"><div class="vc_gitem-zone-mini"><div class="vc_gitem_row vc_row vc_gitem-row-position-top"><div class="vc_col-sm-12 vc_gitem-col vc_gitem-col-align-"><div class="vc_custom_heading vc_gitem-post-data vc_gitem-post-data-source-post_title" ><h4 style="text-align: left" >Advisory Issued Regarding Continued Closures In Wilson Creek Area</h4></div><div class="vc_custom_heading vc_gitem-post-data vc_gitem-post-data-source-post_excerpt" ><p style="text-align: left" ><p>Recovery efforts are continuing on Wilson Creek. To ensure public safety, give crews room to work, and allow residents to pass safely, people are asked to avoid travel along Brown&hellip;</p> </p></div><div class="vc_btn3-container vc_btn3-left"><a class="vc_general vc_btn3 vc_btn3-size-md vc_btn3-shape-rounded vc_btn3-style-flat vc_btn3-color-juicy-pink" a href="https://whky.com/advisory-issued-regarding-continued-closures-in-wilson-creek-area/" class="vc_gitem-link vc_general vc_btn3 vc_general vc_btn3 vc_btn3-size-md vc_btn3-shape-rounded vc_btn3-style-flat vc_btn3-color-juicy-pink" title="Read more">Read more</a></div></div></div></div></div></div><div class="vc_clearfix"></div></div><div class="vc_grid-item vc_clearfix vc_col-sm-3 vc_grid-item-zone-c-bottom"><div class="vc_grid-item-mini vc_clearfix "><div class="vc_gitem-animated-block" ><div class="vc_gitem-zone vc_gitem-zone-a vc-gitem-zone-height-mode-auto vc-gitem-zone-height-mode-auto-1-1 vc_gitem-is-link" style="background-image: url('https://whky.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/04/Fire-Hydrant-Testing-Hickory-040425.jpg') !important;"><a href="https://whky.com/fire-hydrant-inspection-continues-in-hickory/" title="Fire Hydrant Inspection Continues In Hickory" class="vc_gitem-link vc-zone-link" ></a><img class="vc_gitem-zone-img" src="https://whky.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/04/Fire-Hydrant-Testing-Hickory-040425.jpg" alt="Fire Hydrant Inspection Continues In Hickory" loading="lazy"><div class="vc_gitem-zone-mini"></div></div></div><div class="vc_gitem-zone vc_gitem-zone-c vc_custom_1419240516480"><div class="vc_gitem-zone-mini"><div class="vc_gitem_row vc_row vc_gitem-row-position-top"><div class="vc_col-sm-12 vc_gitem-col vc_gitem-col-align-"><div class="vc_custom_heading vc_gitem-post-data vc_gitem-post-data-source-post_title" ><h4 style="text-align: left" >Fire Hydrant Inspection Continues In Hickory</h4></div><div class="vc_custom_heading vc_gitem-post-data vc_gitem-post-data-source-post_excerpt" ><p style="text-align: left" ><p>The City of Hickory’s annual hydrant inspection and maintenance program is underway throughout the Hickory service area and will continue through the end of May. During this process, Hickory firefighters&hellip;</p> </p></div><div class="vc_btn3-container vc_btn3-left"><a class="vc_general vc_btn3 vc_btn3-size-md vc_btn3-shape-rounded vc_btn3-style-flat vc_btn3-color-juicy-pink" a href="https://whky.com/fire-hydrant-inspection-continues-in-hickory/" class="vc_gitem-link vc_general vc_btn3 vc_general vc_btn3 vc_btn3-size-md vc_btn3-shape-rounded vc_btn3-style-flat vc_btn3-color-juicy-pink" title="Read more">Read more</a></div></div></div></div></div></div><div class="vc_clearfix"></div></div><div class="vc_grid-item vc_clearfix vc_col-sm-3 vc_grid-item-zone-c-bottom"><div class="vc_grid-item-mini vc_clearfix "><div class="vc_gitem-animated-block" ><div class="vc_gitem-zone vc_gitem-zone-a vc-gitem-zone-height-mode-auto vc-gitem-zone-height-mode-auto-1-1 vc_gitem-is-link" style="background-image: url('https://whky.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/09/City-of-Hickory-logo-092021.jpg') !important;"><a href="https://whky.com/two-hickory-boards-commissions-to-meet-monday/" title="Two Hickory Boards &#038; Commissions to Meet Monday" class="vc_gitem-link vc-zone-link" ></a><img class="vc_gitem-zone-img" src="https://whky.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/09/City-of-Hickory-logo-092021.jpg" alt="Two Hickory Boards & Commissions to Meet Monday" loading="lazy"><div class="vc_gitem-zone-mini"></div></div></div><div class="vc_gitem-zone vc_gitem-zone-c vc_custom_1419240516480"><div class="vc_gitem-zone-mini"><div class="vc_gitem_row vc_row vc_gitem-row-position-top"><div class="vc_col-sm-12 vc_gitem-col vc_gitem-col-align-"><div class="vc_custom_heading vc_gitem-post-data vc_gitem-post-data-source-post_title" ><h4 style="text-align: left" >Two Hickory Boards &#038; Commissions to Meet Monday</h4></div><div class="vc_custom_heading vc_gitem-post-data vc_gitem-post-data-source-post_excerpt" ><p style="text-align: left" ><p>The City of Hickory’s boards and commissions have two meetings scheduled next week, both on Monday, April 28. The Community Appearance Commission will meet at 4 p.m. in the Third&hellip;</p> </p></div><div class="vc_btn3-container vc_btn3-left"><a class="vc_general vc_btn3 vc_btn3-size-md vc_btn3-shape-rounded vc_btn3-style-flat vc_btn3-color-juicy-pink" a href="https://whky.com/two-hickory-boards-commissions-to-meet-monday/" class="vc_gitem-link vc_general vc_btn3 vc_general vc_btn3 vc_btn3-size-md vc_btn3-shape-rounded vc_btn3-style-flat vc_btn3-color-juicy-pink" title="Read more">Read more</a></div></div></div></div></div></div><div class="vc_clearfix"></div></div><div class="vc_grid-item vc_clearfix vc_col-sm-3 vc_grid-item-zone-c-bottom"><div class="vc_grid-item-mini vc_clearfix "><div class="vc_gitem-animated-block" ><div class="vc_gitem-zone vc_gitem-zone-a vc-gitem-zone-height-mode-auto vc-gitem-zone-height-mode-auto-1-1 vc_gitem-is-link" style="background-image: url('https://whky.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/12/Caldwell-Co-Seal-121823.jpg') !important;"><a href="https://whky.com/third-caldwell-county-meeting-added-to-discuss-proposed-budget/" title="Third Caldwell County Meeting Added to Discuss Proposed Budget" class="vc_gitem-link vc-zone-link" ></a><img class="vc_gitem-zone-img" src="https://whky.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/12/Caldwell-Co-Seal-121823.jpg" alt="Third Caldwell County Meeting Added to Discuss Proposed Budget" loading="lazy"><div class="vc_gitem-zone-mini"></div></div></div><div class="vc_gitem-zone vc_gitem-zone-c vc_custom_1419240516480"><div class="vc_gitem-zone-mini"><div class="vc_gitem_row vc_row vc_gitem-row-position-top"><div class="vc_col-sm-12 vc_gitem-col vc_gitem-col-align-"><div class="vc_custom_heading vc_gitem-post-data vc_gitem-post-data-source-post_title" ><h4 style="text-align: left" >Third Caldwell County Meeting Added to Discuss Proposed Budget</h4></div><div class="vc_custom_heading vc_gitem-post-data vc_gitem-post-data-source-post_excerpt" ><p style="text-align: left" ><p>The Caldwell County Board of Commissioners will hold a special meeting on April 30 to discuss the proposed Fiscal Year 2025-2026 budget. The meeting will begin at 4 p.m. and&hellip;</p> </p></div><div class="vc_btn3-container vc_btn3-left"><a class="vc_general vc_btn3 vc_btn3-size-md vc_btn3-shape-rounded vc_btn3-style-flat vc_btn3-color-juicy-pink" a href="https://whky.com/third-caldwell-county-meeting-added-to-discuss-proposed-budget/" class="vc_gitem-link vc_general vc_btn3 vc_general vc_btn3 vc_btn3-size-md vc_btn3-shape-rounded vc_btn3-style-flat vc_btn3-color-juicy-pink" title="Read more">Read more</a></div></div></div></div></div></div><div class="vc_clearfix"></div></div><div class="vc_grid-item vc_clearfix vc_col-sm-3 vc_grid-item-zone-c-bottom"><div class="vc_grid-item-mini vc_clearfix "><div class="vc_gitem-animated-block" ><div class="vc_gitem-zone vc_gitem-zone-a vc-gitem-zone-height-mode-auto vc-gitem-zone-height-mode-auto-1-1 vc_gitem-is-link" style="background-image: url('https://whky.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/06/Herms-Todd-062724.jpg') !important;"><a href="https://whky.com/former-alexander-county-manager-chosen-as-valdese-town-mananger/" title="Former Alexander County Manager Chosen as Valdese Town Mananger" class="vc_gitem-link vc-zone-link" ></a><img class="vc_gitem-zone-img" src="https://whky.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/06/Herms-Todd-062724.jpg" alt="Former Alexander County Manager Chosen as Valdese Town Mananger" loading="lazy"><div class="vc_gitem-zone-mini"></div></div></div><div class="vc_gitem-zone vc_gitem-zone-c vc_custom_1419240516480"><div class="vc_gitem-zone-mini"><div class="vc_gitem_row vc_row vc_gitem-row-position-top"><div class="vc_col-sm-12 vc_gitem-col vc_gitem-col-align-"><div class="vc_custom_heading vc_gitem-post-data vc_gitem-post-data-source-post_title" ><h4 style="text-align: left" >Former Alexander County Manager Chosen as Valdese Town Mananger</h4></div><div class="vc_custom_heading vc_gitem-post-data vc_gitem-post-data-source-post_excerpt" ><p style="text-align: left" ><p>The Valdese Town Council has announced that William “Todd” Herms will serve as the next town manager. The Council voted to appoint Mr. Herms as the town manager at their&hellip;</p> </p></div><div class="vc_btn3-container vc_btn3-left"><a class="vc_general vc_btn3 vc_btn3-size-md vc_btn3-shape-rounded vc_btn3-style-flat vc_btn3-color-juicy-pink" a href="https://whky.com/former-alexander-county-manager-chosen-as-valdese-town-mananger/" class="vc_gitem-link vc_general vc_btn3 vc_general vc_btn3 vc_btn3-size-md vc_btn3-shape-rounded vc_btn3-style-flat vc_btn3-color-juicy-pink" title="Read more">Read more</a></div></div></div></div></div></div><div class="vc_clearfix"></div></div><div class="vc_grid-item vc_clearfix vc_col-sm-3 vc_grid-item-zone-c-bottom"><div class="vc_grid-item-mini vc_clearfix "><div class="vc_gitem-animated-block" ><div class="vc_gitem-zone vc_gitem-zone-a vc-gitem-zone-height-mode-auto vc-gitem-zone-height-mode-auto-1-1 vc_gitem-is-link" style="background-image: url('https://whky.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/04/GreenR-Escape-to-Margaritaville042525.jpg') !important;"><a href="https://whky.com/jimmy-buffetts-escape-to-margaritaville-opens-next-friday-at-the-green-room/" title="Jimmy Buffett’s “Escape to Margaritaville” Opens Next Friday at The Green Room" class="vc_gitem-link vc-zone-link" ></a><img class="vc_gitem-zone-img" src="https://whky.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/04/GreenR-Escape-to-Margaritaville042525.jpg" alt="Jimmy Buffett’s “Escape to Margaritaville” Opens Next Friday at The Green Room" loading="lazy"><div class="vc_gitem-zone-mini"></div></div></div><div class="vc_gitem-zone vc_gitem-zone-c vc_custom_1419240516480"><div class="vc_gitem-zone-mini"><div class="vc_gitem_row vc_row vc_gitem-row-position-top"><div class="vc_col-sm-12 vc_gitem-col vc_gitem-col-align-"><div class="vc_custom_heading vc_gitem-post-data vc_gitem-post-data-source-post_title" ><h4 style="text-align: left" >Jimmy Buffett’s “Escape to Margaritaville” Opens Next Friday at The Green Room</h4></div><div class="vc_custom_heading vc_gitem-post-data vc_gitem-post-data-source-post_excerpt" ><p style="text-align: left" ><p>Get ready to kick back, relax, and soak up the island vibes as Jimmy Buffett’s “Escape to Margaritaville” opens next Friday, May 2, at The Green Room Community Theatre! With&hellip;</p> </p></div><div class="vc_btn3-container vc_btn3-left"><a class="vc_general vc_btn3 vc_btn3-size-md vc_btn3-shape-rounded vc_btn3-style-flat vc_btn3-color-juicy-pink" a href="https://whky.com/jimmy-buffetts-escape-to-margaritaville-opens-next-friday-at-the-green-room/" class="vc_gitem-link vc_general vc_btn3 vc_general vc_btn3 vc_btn3-size-md vc_btn3-shape-rounded vc_btn3-style-flat vc_btn3-color-juicy-pink" title="Read more">Read more</a></div></div></div></div></div></div><div class="vc_clearfix"></div></div><div class="vc_grid-item vc_clearfix vc_col-sm-3 vc_grid-item-zone-c-bottom"><div class="vc_grid-item-mini vc_clearfix "><div class="vc_gitem-animated-block" ><div class="vc_gitem-zone vc_gitem-zone-a vc-gitem-zone-height-mode-auto vc-gitem-zone-height-mode-auto-1-1 vc_gitem-is-link" style="background-image: url('https://whky.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/04/Aviation-5k-Aviation-Walk-Bridge-042525.png') !important;"><a href="https://whky.com/hickory-parks-recreation-sports-tourism-to-host-inaugural-aviation-5k/" title="Hickory Parks, Recreation &#038; Sports Tourism to Host Inaugural Aviation 5K" class="vc_gitem-link vc-zone-link" ></a><img class="vc_gitem-zone-img" src="https://whky.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/04/Aviation-5k-Aviation-Walk-Bridge-042525.png" alt="Hickory Parks, Recreation & Sports Tourism to Host Inaugural Aviation 5K" loading="lazy"><div class="vc_gitem-zone-mini"></div></div></div><div class="vc_gitem-zone vc_gitem-zone-c vc_custom_1419240516480"><div class="vc_gitem-zone-mini"><div class="vc_gitem_row vc_row vc_gitem-row-position-top"><div class="vc_col-sm-12 vc_gitem-col vc_gitem-col-align-"><div class="vc_custom_heading vc_gitem-post-data vc_gitem-post-data-source-post_title" ><h4 style="text-align: left" >Hickory Parks, Recreation &#038; Sports Tourism to Host Inaugural Aviation 5K</h4></div><div class="vc_custom_heading vc_gitem-post-data vc_gitem-post-data-source-post_excerpt" ><p style="text-align: left" ><p>The City of Hickory Parks, Recreation &amp; Sports Tourism Department will host the inaugural Aviation 5K on Saturday, May 24, at 8 a.m. at Winkler Park. The Aviation 5K provides&hellip;</p> </p></div><div class="vc_btn3-container vc_btn3-left"><a class="vc_general vc_btn3 vc_btn3-size-md vc_btn3-shape-rounded vc_btn3-style-flat vc_btn3-color-juicy-pink" a href="https://whky.com/hickory-parks-recreation-sports-tourism-to-host-inaugural-aviation-5k/" class="vc_gitem-link vc_general vc_btn3 vc_general vc_btn3 vc_btn3-size-md vc_btn3-shape-rounded vc_btn3-style-flat vc_btn3-color-juicy-pink" title="Read more">Read more</a></div></div></div></div></div></div><div class="vc_clearfix"></div></div><div class="vc_grid-item vc_clearfix vc_col-sm-3 vc_grid-item-zone-c-bottom"><div class="vc_grid-item-mini vc_clearfix "><div class="vc_gitem-animated-block" ><div class="vc_gitem-zone vc_gitem-zone-a vc-gitem-zone-height-mode-auto vc-gitem-zone-height-mode-auto-1-1 vc_gitem-is-link" style="background-image: url('https://whky.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/04/JH-Jones-Summer-Basketball.jpg') !important;"><a href="https://whky.com/registration-now-underway-for-youth-summer-basketball-in-lenoir/" title="Registration Now Underway for Youth Summer Basketball in Lenoir" class="vc_gitem-link vc-zone-link" ></a><img class="vc_gitem-zone-img" src="https://whky.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/04/JH-Jones-Summer-Basketball.jpg" alt="Registration Now Underway for Youth Summer Basketball in Lenoir" loading="lazy"><div class="vc_gitem-zone-mini"></div></div></div><div class="vc_gitem-zone vc_gitem-zone-c vc_custom_1419240516480"><div class="vc_gitem-zone-mini"><div class="vc_gitem_row vc_row vc_gitem-row-position-top"><div class="vc_col-sm-12 vc_gitem-col vc_gitem-col-align-"><div class="vc_custom_heading vc_gitem-post-data vc_gitem-post-data-source-post_title" ><h4 style="text-align: left" >Registration Now Underway for Youth Summer Basketball in Lenoir</h4></div><div class="vc_custom_heading vc_gitem-post-data vc_gitem-post-data-source-post_excerpt" ><p style="text-align: left" ><p>Registration is open for J.H. Jones Summer Basketball League at the Martin Luther King Jr. Center in Lenoir. The league is open to boys and girls from 8 to 13&hellip;</p> </p></div><div class="vc_btn3-container vc_btn3-left"><a class="vc_general vc_btn3 vc_btn3-size-md vc_btn3-shape-rounded vc_btn3-style-flat vc_btn3-color-juicy-pink" a href="https://whky.com/registration-now-underway-for-youth-summer-basketball-in-lenoir/" class="vc_gitem-link vc_general vc_btn3 vc_general vc_btn3 vc_btn3-size-md vc_btn3-shape-rounded vc_btn3-style-flat vc_btn3-color-juicy-pink" title="Read more">Read more</a></div></div></div></div></div></div><div class="vc_clearfix"></div></div><div class="vc_grid-item vc_clearfix vc_col-sm-3 vc_grid-item-zone-c-bottom"><div class="vc_grid-item-mini vc_clearfix "><div class="vc_gitem-animated-block" ><div class="vc_gitem-zone vc_gitem-zone-a vc-gitem-zone-height-mode-auto vc-gitem-zone-height-mode-auto-1-1 vc_gitem-is-link" style="background-image: url('https://whky.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/04/Morganton-Farmers-Market-042425.jpg') !important;"><a href="https://whky.com/morganton-farmers-market-to-open-may-3/" title="Morganton Farmers Market to Open May 3" class="vc_gitem-link vc-zone-link" ></a><img class="vc_gitem-zone-img" src="https://whky.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/04/Morganton-Farmers-Market-042425.jpg" alt="Morganton Farmers Market to Open May 3" loading="lazy"><div class="vc_gitem-zone-mini"></div></div></div><div class="vc_gitem-zone vc_gitem-zone-c vc_custom_1419240516480"><div class="vc_gitem-zone-mini"><div class="vc_gitem_row vc_row vc_gitem-row-position-top"><div class="vc_col-sm-12 vc_gitem-col vc_gitem-col-align-"><div class="vc_custom_heading vc_gitem-post-data vc_gitem-post-data-source-post_title" ><h4 style="text-align: left" >Morganton Farmers Market to Open May 3</h4></div><div class="vc_custom_heading vc_gitem-post-data vc_gitem-post-data-source-post_excerpt" ><p style="text-align: left" ><p>The Morganton Farmers Market will officially open on Saturday, May 3, from 8 a.m. until noon at 300 Beach Street (behind the SideTracked Brewery). Opening day for the Wednesday Mini&hellip;</p> </p></div><div class="vc_btn3-container vc_btn3-left"><a class="vc_general vc_btn3 vc_btn3-size-md vc_btn3-shape-rounded vc_btn3-style-flat vc_btn3-color-juicy-pink" a href="https://whky.com/morganton-farmers-market-to-open-may-3/" class="vc_gitem-link vc_general vc_btn3 vc_general vc_btn3 vc_btn3-size-md vc_btn3-shape-rounded vc_btn3-style-flat vc_btn3-color-juicy-pink" title="Read more">Read more</a></div></div></div></div></div></div><div class="vc_clearfix"></div></div><div class="vc_grid-item vc_clearfix vc_col-sm-3 vc_grid-item-zone-c-bottom"><div class="vc_grid-item-mini vc_clearfix "><div class="vc_gitem-animated-block" ><div class="vc_gitem-zone vc_gitem-zone-a vc-gitem-zone-height-mode-auto vc-gitem-zone-height-mode-auto-1-1 vc_gitem-is-link" style="background-image: url('https://whky.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/04/Clement-Blvd-Road-Closing-042425-1024x527.jpg') !important;"><a href="https://whky.com/section-of-clement-blvd-closed-this-afternoon/" title="Section of Clement Blvd. Closed this Afternoon [UPDATED 6 p.m.]" class="vc_gitem-link vc-zone-link" ></a><img class="vc_gitem-zone-img" src="https://whky.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/04/Clement-Blvd-Road-Closing-042425-1024x527.jpg" alt="Section of Clement Blvd. Closed this Afternoon [UPDATED 6 p.m.]" loading="lazy"><div class="vc_gitem-zone-mini"></div></div></div><div class="vc_gitem-zone vc_gitem-zone-c vc_custom_1419240516480"><div class="vc_gitem-zone-mini"><div class="vc_gitem_row vc_row vc_gitem-row-position-top"><div class="vc_col-sm-12 vc_gitem-col vc_gitem-col-align-"><div class="vc_custom_heading vc_gitem-post-data vc_gitem-post-data-source-post_title" ><h4 style="text-align: left" >Section of Clement Blvd. Closed this Afternoon [UPDATED 6 p.m.]</h4></div><div class="vc_custom_heading vc_gitem-post-data vc_gitem-post-data-source-post_excerpt" ><p style="text-align: left" ><p>[UPDATE: As of 5:40 this afternoon, Clement Boulevard had reopened.] According to a brief statement released by the City of Hickory, as of about 1 p.m. today (April 24), Clement&hellip;</p> </p></div><div class="vc_btn3-container vc_btn3-left"><a class="vc_general vc_btn3 vc_btn3-size-md vc_btn3-shape-rounded vc_btn3-style-flat vc_btn3-color-juicy-pink" a href="https://whky.com/section-of-clement-blvd-closed-this-afternoon/" class="vc_gitem-link vc_general vc_btn3 vc_general vc_btn3 vc_btn3-size-md vc_btn3-shape-rounded vc_btn3-style-flat vc_btn3-color-juicy-pink" title="Read more">Read more</a></div></div></div></div></div></div><div class="vc_clearfix"></div></div><div class="vc_grid-item vc_clearfix vc_col-sm-3 vc_grid-item-zone-c-bottom"><div class="vc_grid-item-mini vc_clearfix "><div class="vc_gitem-animated-block" ><div class="vc_gitem-zone vc_gitem-zone-a vc-gitem-zone-height-mode-auto vc-gitem-zone-height-mode-auto-1-1 vc_gitem-is-link" style="background-image: url('https://whky.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/04/892cb2b3-3083-a701-b2e6-be73f35bf7b3.jpg') !important;"><a href="https://whky.com/lru-board-of-trustees-appoint-dr-summer-mcgee-as-president/" title="LRU Board of Trustees Appoint Dr. Summer McGee as President" class="vc_gitem-link vc-zone-link" ></a><img class="vc_gitem-zone-img" src="https://whky.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/04/892cb2b3-3083-a701-b2e6-be73f35bf7b3.jpg" alt="LRU Board of Trustees Appoint Dr. Summer McGee as President" loading="lazy"><div class="vc_gitem-zone-mini"></div></div></div><div class="vc_gitem-zone vc_gitem-zone-c vc_custom_1419240516480"><div class="vc_gitem-zone-mini"><div class="vc_gitem_row vc_row vc_gitem-row-position-top"><div class="vc_col-sm-12 vc_gitem-col vc_gitem-col-align-"><div class="vc_custom_heading vc_gitem-post-data vc_gitem-post-data-source-post_title" ><h4 style="text-align: left" >LRU Board of Trustees Appoint Dr. Summer McGee as President</h4></div><div class="vc_custom_heading vc_gitem-post-data vc_gitem-post-data-source-post_excerpt" ><p style="text-align: left" ><p>Lenoir-Rhyne University announced Summer McGee, Ph.D, as the institution’s 13th president. Her appointment was approved by the Lenoir-Rhyne Board of Trustees after a national search. McGee, the current president of&hellip;</p> </p></div><div class="vc_btn3-container vc_btn3-left"><a class="vc_general vc_btn3 vc_btn3-size-md vc_btn3-shape-rounded vc_btn3-style-flat vc_btn3-color-juicy-pink" a href="https://whky.com/lru-board-of-trustees-appoint-dr-summer-mcgee-as-president/" class="vc_gitem-link vc_general vc_btn3 vc_general vc_btn3 vc_btn3-size-md vc_btn3-shape-rounded vc_btn3-style-flat vc_btn3-color-juicy-pink" title="Read more">Read more</a></div></div></div></div></div></div><div class="vc_clearfix"></div></div><div class="vc_grid-item vc_clearfix vc_col-sm-3 vc_grid-item-zone-c-bottom"><div class="vc_grid-item-mini vc_clearfix "><div class="vc_gitem-animated-block" ><div class="vc_gitem-zone vc_gitem-zone-a vc-gitem-zone-height-mode-auto vc-gitem-zone-height-mode-auto-1-1 vc_gitem-is-link" style="background-image: url('https://whky.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/04/Community-Cups-Campaign-poster-042425-768x1024.jpg') !important;"><a href="https://whky.com/community-cups-campaign-to-benefit-special-olympics/" title="Community Cups Campaign to Benefit Special Olympics" class="vc_gitem-link vc-zone-link" ></a><img class="vc_gitem-zone-img" src="https://whky.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/04/Community-Cups-Campaign-poster-042425-768x1024.jpg" alt="Community Cups Campaign to Benefit Special Olympics" loading="lazy"><div class="vc_gitem-zone-mini"></div></div></div><div class="vc_gitem-zone vc_gitem-zone-c vc_custom_1419240516480"><div class="vc_gitem-zone-mini"><div class="vc_gitem_row vc_row vc_gitem-row-position-top"><div class="vc_col-sm-12 vc_gitem-col vc_gitem-col-align-"><div class="vc_custom_heading vc_gitem-post-data vc_gitem-post-data-source-post_title" ><h4 style="text-align: left" >Community Cups Campaign to Benefit Special Olympics</h4></div><div class="vc_custom_heading vc_gitem-post-data vc_gitem-post-data-source-post_excerpt" ><p style="text-align: left" ><p>The Granite Falls Police Department and the Caldwell County Sheriff&#8217;s Office will participate in the &#8220;Dunkin&#8217; Community Cups Campaign&#8221; tomorrow (April 25) at the Dunkin&#8217; store, 31 Pinewood Road in&hellip;</p> </p></div><div class="vc_btn3-container vc_btn3-left"><a class="vc_general vc_btn3 vc_btn3-size-md vc_btn3-shape-rounded vc_btn3-style-flat vc_btn3-color-juicy-pink" a href="https://whky.com/community-cups-campaign-to-benefit-special-olympics/" class="vc_gitem-link vc_general vc_btn3 vc_general vc_btn3 vc_btn3-size-md vc_btn3-shape-rounded vc_btn3-style-flat vc_btn3-color-juicy-pink" title="Read more">Read more</a></div></div></div></div></div></div><div class="vc_clearfix"></div></div><div class="vc_grid-item vc_clearfix vc_col-sm-3 vc_grid-item-zone-c-bottom"><div class="vc_grid-item-mini vc_clearfix "><div class="vc_gitem-animated-block" ><div class="vc_gitem-zone vc_gitem-zone-a vc-gitem-zone-height-mode-auto vc-gitem-zone-height-mode-auto-1-1 vc_gitem-is-link" style="background-image: url('https://whky.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/04/Aguera-y-Arcas-Blaise-042425-768x1024.jpg') !important;"><a href="https://whky.com/tedxcatawba-2025-set-for-june-14/" title="TEDxCatawba 2025 Set for June 14" class="vc_gitem-link vc-zone-link" ></a><img class="vc_gitem-zone-img" src="https://whky.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/04/Aguera-y-Arcas-Blaise-042425-768x1024.jpg" alt="TEDxCatawba 2025 Set for June 14" loading="lazy"><div class="vc_gitem-zone-mini"></div></div></div><div class="vc_gitem-zone vc_gitem-zone-c vc_custom_1419240516480"><div class="vc_gitem-zone-mini"><div class="vc_gitem_row vc_row vc_gitem-row-position-top"><div class="vc_col-sm-12 vc_gitem-col vc_gitem-col-align-"><div class="vc_custom_heading vc_gitem-post-data vc_gitem-post-data-source-post_title" ><h4 style="text-align: left" >TEDxCatawba 2025 Set for June 14</h4></div><div class="vc_custom_heading vc_gitem-post-data vc_gitem-post-data-source-post_excerpt" ><p style="text-align: left" ><p>TEDxCatawba 2025 has announced, “Who Are We Now?” – A Day of Bold Ideas and Community Connection. The event will take place from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. Saturday, June 14, in the Drendel Auditorium at the SALT Block in&hellip;</p> </p></div><div class="vc_btn3-container vc_btn3-left"><a class="vc_general vc_btn3 vc_btn3-size-md vc_btn3-shape-rounded vc_btn3-style-flat vc_btn3-color-juicy-pink" a href="https://whky.com/tedxcatawba-2025-set-for-june-14/" class="vc_gitem-link vc_general vc_btn3 vc_general vc_btn3 vc_btn3-size-md vc_btn3-shape-rounded vc_btn3-style-flat vc_btn3-color-juicy-pink" title="Read more">Read more</a></div></div></div></div></div></div><div class="vc_clearfix"></div></div><div class="vc_grid-item vc_clearfix vc_col-sm-3 vc_grid-item-zone-c-bottom"><div class="vc_grid-item-mini vc_clearfix "><div class="vc_gitem-animated-block" ><div class="vc_gitem-zone vc_gitem-zone-a vc-gitem-zone-height-mode-auto vc-gitem-zone-height-mode-auto-1-1 vc_gitem-is-link" style="background-image: url('https://whky.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/04/Morganton-Accident-042325.jpg') !important;"><a href="https://whky.com/accident-in-morganton-closes-sanford-drive-for-several-hours-wednesday/" title="Accident in Morganton Closes Sanford Drive for Several Hours Wednesday" class="vc_gitem-link vc-zone-link" ></a><img class="vc_gitem-zone-img" src="https://whky.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/04/Morganton-Accident-042325.jpg" alt="Accident in Morganton Closes Sanford Drive for Several Hours Wednesday" loading="lazy"><div class="vc_gitem-zone-mini"></div></div></div><div class="vc_gitem-zone vc_gitem-zone-c vc_custom_1419240516480"><div class="vc_gitem-zone-mini"><div class="vc_gitem_row vc_row vc_gitem-row-position-top"><div class="vc_col-sm-12 vc_gitem-col vc_gitem-col-align-"><div class="vc_custom_heading vc_gitem-post-data vc_gitem-post-data-source-post_title" ><h4 style="text-align: left" >Accident in Morganton Closes Sanford Drive for Several Hours Wednesday</h4></div><div class="vc_custom_heading vc_gitem-post-data vc_gitem-post-data-source-post_excerpt" ><p style="text-align: left" ><p>A traffic accident Wednesday (April 23) on Sanford Drive between West Union Street and North Green Street in Morganton caused a road closure that lasted for several hours. A Chevrolet&hellip;</p> </p></div><div class="vc_btn3-container vc_btn3-left"><a class="vc_general vc_btn3 vc_btn3-size-md vc_btn3-shape-rounded vc_btn3-style-flat vc_btn3-color-juicy-pink" a href="https://whky.com/accident-in-morganton-closes-sanford-drive-for-several-hours-wednesday/" class="vc_gitem-link vc_general vc_btn3 vc_general vc_btn3 vc_btn3-size-md vc_btn3-shape-rounded vc_btn3-style-flat vc_btn3-color-juicy-pink" title="Read more">Read more</a></div></div></div></div></div></div><div class="vc_clearfix"></div></div><div class="vc_grid-item vc_clearfix vc_col-sm-3 vc_grid-item-zone-c-bottom"><div class="vc_grid-item-mini vc_clearfix "><div class="vc_gitem-animated-block" ><div class="vc_gitem-zone vc_gitem-zone-a vc-gitem-zone-height-mode-auto vc-gitem-zone-height-mode-auto-1-1 vc_gitem-is-link" style="background-image: url('https://whky.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/12/Caldwell-Co-Seal-121823.jpg') !important;"><a href="https://whky.com/caldwell-commissioners-to-hold-budget-meetings-april-28-29/" title="Caldwell Commissioners to Hold Budget Meetings April 28 &#038; 29" class="vc_gitem-link vc-zone-link" ></a><img class="vc_gitem-zone-img" src="https://whky.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/12/Caldwell-Co-Seal-121823.jpg" alt="Caldwell Commissioners to Hold Budget Meetings April 28 & 29" loading="lazy"><div class="vc_gitem-zone-mini"></div></div></div><div class="vc_gitem-zone vc_gitem-zone-c vc_custom_1419240516480"><div class="vc_gitem-zone-mini"><div class="vc_gitem_row vc_row vc_gitem-row-position-top"><div class="vc_col-sm-12 vc_gitem-col vc_gitem-col-align-"><div class="vc_custom_heading vc_gitem-post-data vc_gitem-post-data-source-post_title" ><h4 style="text-align: left" >Caldwell Commissioners to Hold Budget Meetings April 28 &#038; 29</h4></div><div class="vc_custom_heading vc_gitem-post-data vc_gitem-post-data-source-post_excerpt" ><p style="text-align: left" ><p>The Caldwell County Board of Commissioners will hold special meetings on April 28 and 29 to discuss the proposed Fiscal Year 2025/26 budget. The meetings will begin at 4 p.m.&hellip;</p> </p></div><div class="vc_btn3-container vc_btn3-left"><a class="vc_general vc_btn3 vc_btn3-size-md vc_btn3-shape-rounded vc_btn3-style-flat vc_btn3-color-juicy-pink" a href="https://whky.com/caldwell-commissioners-to-hold-budget-meetings-april-28-29/" class="vc_gitem-link vc_general vc_btn3 vc_general vc_btn3 vc_btn3-size-md vc_btn3-shape-rounded vc_btn3-style-flat vc_btn3-color-juicy-pink" title="Read more">Read more</a></div></div></div></div></div></div><div class="vc_clearfix"></div></div><div class="vc_grid-item vc_clearfix vc_col-sm-3 vc_grid-item-zone-c-bottom"><div class="vc_grid-item-mini vc_clearfix "><div class="vc_gitem-animated-block" ><div class="vc_gitem-zone vc_gitem-zone-a vc-gitem-zone-height-mode-auto vc-gitem-zone-height-mode-auto-1-1 vc_gitem-is-link" style="background-image: url('https://whky.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/04/CCSO-Hiring-Event-poster-042425.jpg') !important;"><a href="https://whky.com/catawba-county-sheriffs-office-to-hold-hiring-event-saturday/" title="Catawba County Sheriff&#8217;s Office to Hold Hiring Event Saturday" class="vc_gitem-link vc-zone-link" ></a><img class="vc_gitem-zone-img" src="https://whky.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/04/CCSO-Hiring-Event-poster-042425.jpg" alt="Catawba County Sheriff's Office to Hold Hiring Event Saturday" loading="lazy"><div class="vc_gitem-zone-mini"></div></div></div><div class="vc_gitem-zone vc_gitem-zone-c vc_custom_1419240516480"><div class="vc_gitem-zone-mini"><div class="vc_gitem_row vc_row vc_gitem-row-position-top"><div class="vc_col-sm-12 vc_gitem-col vc_gitem-col-align-"><div class="vc_custom_heading vc_gitem-post-data vc_gitem-post-data-source-post_title" ><h4 style="text-align: left" >Catawba County Sheriff&#8217;s Office to Hold Hiring Event Saturday</h4></div><div class="vc_custom_heading vc_gitem-post-data vc_gitem-post-data-source-post_excerpt" ><p style="text-align: left" ><p>The Catawba County Sheriff&#8217;s Office will hold a hiring event for open Detention Officer positions on Saturday, April 26, from 9 a.m. until 12 noon. No prior experience is required.&hellip;</p> </p></div><div class="vc_btn3-container vc_btn3-left"><a class="vc_general vc_btn3 vc_btn3-size-md vc_btn3-shape-rounded vc_btn3-style-flat vc_btn3-color-juicy-pink" a href="https://whky.com/catawba-county-sheriffs-office-to-hold-hiring-event-saturday/" class="vc_gitem-link vc_general vc_btn3 vc_general vc_btn3 vc_btn3-size-md vc_btn3-shape-rounded vc_btn3-style-flat vc_btn3-color-juicy-pink" title="Read more">Read more</a></div></div></div></div></div></div><div class="vc_clearfix"></div></div><div class="vc_grid-item vc_clearfix vc_col-sm-3 vc_grid-item-zone-c-bottom"><div class="vc_grid-item-mini vc_clearfix "><div class="vc_gitem-animated-block" ><div class="vc_gitem-zone vc_gitem-zone-a vc-gitem-zone-height-mode-auto vc-gitem-zone-height-mode-auto-1-1 vc_gitem-is-link" style="background-image: url('https://whky.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/04/Lincoln-County-First-Responders-042325-1024x612.jpg') !important;"><a href="https://whky.com/lincoln-county-to-include-tribute-to-first-responders/" title="Lincoln County to Include Tribute to First Responders" class="vc_gitem-link vc-zone-link" ></a><img class="vc_gitem-zone-img" src="https://whky.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/04/Lincoln-County-First-Responders-042325-1024x612.jpg" alt="Lincoln County to Include Tribute to First Responders" loading="lazy"><div class="vc_gitem-zone-mini"></div></div></div><div class="vc_gitem-zone vc_gitem-zone-c vc_custom_1419240516480"><div class="vc_gitem-zone-mini"><div class="vc_gitem_row vc_row vc_gitem-row-position-top"><div class="vc_col-sm-12 vc_gitem-col vc_gitem-col-align-"><div class="vc_custom_heading vc_gitem-post-data vc_gitem-post-data-source-post_title" ><h4 style="text-align: left" >Lincoln County to Include Tribute to First Responders</h4></div><div class="vc_custom_heading vc_gitem-post-data vc_gitem-post-data-source-post_excerpt" ><p style="text-align: left" ><p>The Lincoln County Sheriff’s Office has announced that a new Fidelity Bank branch coming to Denver later this year will include a tribute to the community’s first responders. The bank’s&hellip;</p> </p></div><div class="vc_btn3-container vc_btn3-left"><a class="vc_general vc_btn3 vc_btn3-size-md vc_btn3-shape-rounded vc_btn3-style-flat vc_btn3-color-juicy-pink" a href="https://whky.com/lincoln-county-to-include-tribute-to-first-responders/" class="vc_gitem-link vc_general vc_btn3 vc_general vc_btn3 vc_btn3-size-md vc_btn3-shape-rounded vc_btn3-style-flat vc_btn3-color-juicy-pink" title="Read more">Read more</a></div></div></div></div></div></div><div class="vc_clearfix"></div></div><div class="vc_grid-item vc_clearfix vc_col-sm-3 vc_grid-item-zone-c-bottom"><div class="vc_grid-item-mini vc_clearfix "><div class="vc_gitem-animated-block" ><div class="vc_gitem-zone vc_gitem-zone-a vc-gitem-zone-height-mode-auto vc-gitem-zone-height-mode-auto-1-1 vc_gitem-is-link" style="background-image: url('https://whky.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/04/Meeting-Notice-generic-042325.jpg') !important;"><a href="https://whky.com/planned-community-for-residents-with-autism-other-disabilities-to-hold-informational-meeting/" title="Planned Community for Residents with Autism &#038; Other Disabilities to Hold Informational Meeting" class="vc_gitem-link vc-zone-link" ></a><img class="vc_gitem-zone-img" src="https://whky.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/04/Meeting-Notice-generic-042325.jpg" alt="Planned Community for Residents with Autism & Other Disabilities to Hold Informational Meeting" loading="lazy"><div class="vc_gitem-zone-mini"></div></div></div><div class="vc_gitem-zone vc_gitem-zone-c vc_custom_1419240516480"><div class="vc_gitem-zone-mini"><div class="vc_gitem_row vc_row vc_gitem-row-position-top"><div class="vc_col-sm-12 vc_gitem-col vc_gitem-col-align-"><div class="vc_custom_heading vc_gitem-post-data vc_gitem-post-data-source-post_title" ><h4 style="text-align: left" >Planned Community for Residents with Autism &#038; Other Disabilities to Hold Informational Meeting</h4></div><div class="vc_custom_heading vc_gitem-post-data vc_gitem-post-data-source-post_excerpt" ><p style="text-align: left" ><p>A newly formed organization for adults with autism or other intellectual and developmental disabilities will hold its first informational meeting tomorrow (April 24). The Weaving Place Village invites interested persons&hellip;</p> </p></div><div class="vc_btn3-container vc_btn3-left"><a class="vc_general vc_btn3 vc_btn3-size-md vc_btn3-shape-rounded vc_btn3-style-flat vc_btn3-color-juicy-pink" a href="https://whky.com/planned-community-for-residents-with-autism-other-disabilities-to-hold-informational-meeting/" class="vc_gitem-link vc_general vc_btn3 vc_general vc_btn3 vc_btn3-size-md vc_btn3-shape-rounded vc_btn3-style-flat vc_btn3-color-juicy-pink" title="Read more">Read more</a></div></div></div></div></div></div><div class="vc_clearfix"></div></div><div class="vc_grid-item vc_clearfix vc_col-sm-3 vc_grid-item-zone-c-bottom"><div class="vc_grid-item-mini vc_clearfix "><div class="vc_gitem-animated-block" ><div class="vc_gitem-zone vc_gitem-zone-a vc-gitem-zone-height-mode-auto vc-gitem-zone-height-mode-auto-1-1 vc_gitem-is-link" style="background-image: url('https://whky.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/03/NCDOT-Logo-031423.jpg') !important;"><a href="https://whky.com/motorists-asked-to-avoid-brown-mountain-beach-road/" title="Motorists Asked to Avoid Brown Mountain Beach Road" class="vc_gitem-link vc-zone-link" ></a><img class="vc_gitem-zone-img" src="https://whky.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/03/NCDOT-Logo-031423.jpg" alt="Motorists Asked to Avoid Brown Mountain Beach Road" loading="lazy"><div class="vc_gitem-zone-mini"></div></div></div><div class="vc_gitem-zone vc_gitem-zone-c vc_custom_1419240516480"><div class="vc_gitem-zone-mini"><div class="vc_gitem_row vc_row vc_gitem-row-position-top"><div class="vc_col-sm-12 vc_gitem-col vc_gitem-col-align-"><div class="vc_custom_heading vc_gitem-post-data vc_gitem-post-data-source-post_title" ><h4 style="text-align: left" >Motorists Asked to Avoid Brown Mountain Beach Road</h4></div><div class="vc_custom_heading vc_gitem-post-data vc_gitem-post-data-source-post_excerpt" ><p style="text-align: left" ><p>Recovery efforts continue to take place on Wilson Creek. To ensure public safety, motorists are asked to avoid travel along Brown Mountain Beach Road. A reduction in traffic will give&hellip;</p> </p></div><div class="vc_btn3-container vc_btn3-left"><a class="vc_general vc_btn3 vc_btn3-size-md vc_btn3-shape-rounded vc_btn3-style-flat vc_btn3-color-juicy-pink" a href="https://whky.com/motorists-asked-to-avoid-brown-mountain-beach-road/" class="vc_gitem-link vc_general vc_btn3 vc_general vc_btn3 vc_btn3-size-md vc_btn3-shape-rounded vc_btn3-style-flat vc_btn3-color-juicy-pink" title="Read more">Read more</a></div></div></div></div></div></div><div class="vc_clearfix"></div></div><div class="vc_grid-item vc_clearfix vc_col-sm-3 vc_grid-item-zone-c-bottom"><div class="vc_grid-item-mini vc_clearfix "><div class="vc_gitem-animated-block" ><div class="vc_gitem-zone vc_gitem-zone-a vc-gitem-zone-height-mode-auto vc-gitem-zone-height-mode-auto-1-1 vc_gitem-is-link" style="background-image: url('https://whky.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/02/HIckory-Fire-Dept-patch-022421.jpg') !important;"><a href="https://whky.com/no-one-injured-in-early-morning-residential-fire/" title="No One Injured in Early Morning Residential Fire" class="vc_gitem-link vc-zone-link" ></a><img class="vc_gitem-zone-img" src="https://whky.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/02/HIckory-Fire-Dept-patch-022421.jpg" alt="No One Injured in Early Morning Residential Fire" loading="lazy"><div class="vc_gitem-zone-mini"></div></div></div><div class="vc_gitem-zone vc_gitem-zone-c vc_custom_1419240516480"><div class="vc_gitem-zone-mini"><div class="vc_gitem_row vc_row vc_gitem-row-position-top"><div class="vc_col-sm-12 vc_gitem-col vc_gitem-col-align-"><div class="vc_custom_heading vc_gitem-post-data vc_gitem-post-data-source-post_title" ><h4 style="text-align: left" >No One Injured in Early Morning Residential Fire</h4></div><div class="vc_custom_heading vc_gitem-post-data vc_gitem-post-data-source-post_excerpt" ><p style="text-align: left" ><p>At approximately 6:40 Tuesday morning (April 22), Hickory Firefighters were dispatched to a structure fire at 42 14th Street S.E. Upon arrival, Firefighters reported smoke and heavy fire coming from&hellip;</p> </p></div><div class="vc_btn3-container vc_btn3-left"><a class="vc_general vc_btn3 vc_btn3-size-md vc_btn3-shape-rounded vc_btn3-style-flat vc_btn3-color-juicy-pink" a href="https://whky.com/no-one-injured-in-early-morning-residential-fire/" class="vc_gitem-link vc_general vc_btn3 vc_general vc_btn3 vc_btn3-size-md vc_btn3-shape-rounded vc_btn3-style-flat vc_btn3-color-juicy-pink" title="Read more">Read more</a></div></div></div></div></div></div><div class="vc_clearfix"></div></div><div class="vc_grid-item vc_clearfix vc_col-sm-3 vc_grid-item-zone-c-bottom"><div class="vc_grid-item-mini vc_clearfix "><div class="vc_gitem-animated-block" ><div class="vc_gitem-zone vc_gitem-zone-a vc-gitem-zone-height-mode-auto vc-gitem-zone-height-mode-auto-1-1 vc_gitem-is-link" style="background-image: url('https://whky.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/04/Bowman-Shannon-Elaine-042225.jpg') !important;"><a href="https://whky.com/missing-waynesville-woman-last-seen-in-morganton/" title="Missing Waynesville Woman Last Seen in Morganton" class="vc_gitem-link vc-zone-link" ></a><img class="vc_gitem-zone-img" src="https://whky.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/04/Bowman-Shannon-Elaine-042225.jpg" alt="Missing Waynesville Woman Last Seen in Morganton" loading="lazy"><div class="vc_gitem-zone-mini"></div></div></div><div class="vc_gitem-zone vc_gitem-zone-c vc_custom_1419240516480"><div class="vc_gitem-zone-mini"><div class="vc_gitem_row vc_row vc_gitem-row-position-top"><div class="vc_col-sm-12 vc_gitem-col vc_gitem-col-align-"><div class="vc_custom_heading vc_gitem-post-data vc_gitem-post-data-source-post_title" ><h4 style="text-align: left" >Missing Waynesville Woman Last Seen in Morganton</h4></div><div class="vc_custom_heading vc_gitem-post-data vc_gitem-post-data-source-post_excerpt" ><p style="text-align: left" ><p>Investigators with the Morganton Department of Public Safety are requesting the public&#8217;s help in locating 32-year-old Shannon Elaine Bowman. Ms. Bowman, who is from Waynesville, North Carolina, was last seen&hellip;</p> </p></div><div class="vc_btn3-container vc_btn3-left"><a class="vc_general vc_btn3 vc_btn3-size-md vc_btn3-shape-rounded vc_btn3-style-flat vc_btn3-color-juicy-pink" a href="https://whky.com/missing-waynesville-woman-last-seen-in-morganton/" class="vc_gitem-link vc_general vc_btn3 vc_general vc_btn3 vc_btn3-size-md vc_btn3-shape-rounded vc_btn3-style-flat vc_btn3-color-juicy-pink" title="Read more">Read more</a></div></div></div></div></div></div><div class="vc_clearfix"></div></div><div class="vc_grid-item vc_clearfix vc_col-sm-3 vc_grid-item-zone-c-bottom"><div class="vc_grid-item-mini vc_clearfix "><div class="vc_gitem-animated-block" ><div class="vc_gitem-zone vc_gitem-zone-a vc-gitem-zone-height-mode-auto vc-gitem-zone-height-mode-auto-1-1 vc_gitem-is-link" style="background-image: url('https://whky.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/06/Herms-Todd-062724.jpg') !important;"><a href="https://whky.com/alexander-county-manager-resigns/" title="Alexander County Manager Resigns" class="vc_gitem-link vc-zone-link" ></a><img class="vc_gitem-zone-img" src="https://whky.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/06/Herms-Todd-062724.jpg" alt="Alexander County Manager Resigns" loading="lazy"><div class="vc_gitem-zone-mini"></div></div></div><div class="vc_gitem-zone vc_gitem-zone-c vc_custom_1419240516480"><div class="vc_gitem-zone-mini"><div class="vc_gitem_row vc_row vc_gitem-row-position-top"><div class="vc_col-sm-12 vc_gitem-col vc_gitem-col-align-"><div class="vc_custom_heading vc_gitem-post-data vc_gitem-post-data-source-post_title" ><h4 style="text-align: left" >Alexander County Manager Resigns</h4></div><div class="vc_custom_heading vc_gitem-post-data vc_gitem-post-data-source-post_excerpt" ><p style="text-align: left" ><p>Alexander County Board of Commissioners Chairman Marty Pennell announced today (April 22) that County Manager Todd Herms has resigned, effective April 30. Mr. Herms became the County Manager in August&hellip;</p> </p></div><div class="vc_btn3-container vc_btn3-left"><a class="vc_general vc_btn3 vc_btn3-size-md vc_btn3-shape-rounded vc_btn3-style-flat vc_btn3-color-juicy-pink" a href="https://whky.com/alexander-county-manager-resigns/" class="vc_gitem-link vc_general vc_btn3 vc_general vc_btn3 vc_btn3-size-md vc_btn3-shape-rounded vc_btn3-style-flat vc_btn3-color-juicy-pink" title="Read more">Read more</a></div></div></div></div></div></div><div class="vc_clearfix"></div></div><div class="vc_grid-item vc_clearfix vc_col-sm-3 vc_grid-item-zone-c-bottom"><div class="vc_grid-item-mini vc_clearfix "><div class="vc_gitem-animated-block" ><div class="vc_gitem-zone vc_gitem-zone-a vc-gitem-zone-height-mode-auto vc-gitem-zone-height-mode-auto-1-1 vc_gitem-is-link" style="background-image: url('https://whky.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/04/Household-Hazerdous-Waste-Catawba-CO-042225-1024x725.jpg') !important;"><a href="https://whky.com/catawba-countys-annual-household-hazardous-waste-collection-event-scheduled-for-may-3/" title="Catawba County&#8217;s Annual Household Hazardous Waste Collection Event Scheduled for May 3" class="vc_gitem-link vc-zone-link" ></a><img class="vc_gitem-zone-img" src="https://whky.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/04/Household-Hazerdous-Waste-Catawba-CO-042225-1024x725.jpg" alt="Catawba County's Annual Household Hazardous Waste Collection Event Scheduled for May 3" loading="lazy"><div class="vc_gitem-zone-mini"></div></div></div><div class="vc_gitem-zone vc_gitem-zone-c vc_custom_1419240516480"><div class="vc_gitem-zone-mini"><div class="vc_gitem_row vc_row vc_gitem-row-position-top"><div class="vc_col-sm-12 vc_gitem-col vc_gitem-col-align-"><div class="vc_custom_heading vc_gitem-post-data vc_gitem-post-data-source-post_title" ><h4 style="text-align: left" >Catawba County&#8217;s Annual Household Hazardous Waste Collection Event Scheduled for May 3</h4></div><div class="vc_custom_heading vc_gitem-post-data vc_gitem-post-data-source-post_excerpt" ><p style="text-align: left" ><p>Catawba County Residents can clean out their basements, garages, and attics to attend the annual spring residential household hazardous waste collection event, which takes place Saturday, May 3 from 9&hellip;</p> </p></div><div class="vc_btn3-container vc_btn3-left"><a class="vc_general vc_btn3 vc_btn3-size-md vc_btn3-shape-rounded vc_btn3-style-flat vc_btn3-color-juicy-pink" a href="https://whky.com/catawba-countys-annual-household-hazardous-waste-collection-event-scheduled-for-may-3/" class="vc_gitem-link vc_general vc_btn3 vc_general vc_btn3 vc_btn3-size-md vc_btn3-shape-rounded vc_btn3-style-flat vc_btn3-color-juicy-pink" title="Read more">Read more</a></div></div></div></div></div></div><div class="vc_clearfix"></div></div><div class="vc_grid-item vc_clearfix vc_col-sm-3 vc_grid-item-zone-c-bottom"><div class="vc_grid-item-mini vc_clearfix "><div class="vc_gitem-animated-block" ><div class="vc_gitem-zone vc_gitem-zone-a vc-gitem-zone-height-mode-auto vc-gitem-zone-height-mode-auto-1-1 vc_gitem-is-link" style="background-image: url('https://whky.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/04/ACAP-logo-042225.jpg') !important;"><a href="https://whky.com/program-planned-for-for-adult-children-caring-for-aging-parents/" title="Program Planned for for Adult Children Caring for Aging Parents" class="vc_gitem-link vc-zone-link" ></a><img class="vc_gitem-zone-img" src="https://whky.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/04/ACAP-logo-042225.jpg" alt="Program Planned for for Adult Children Caring for Aging Parents" loading="lazy"><div class="vc_gitem-zone-mini"></div></div></div><div class="vc_gitem-zone vc_gitem-zone-c vc_custom_1419240516480"><div class="vc_gitem-zone-mini"><div class="vc_gitem_row vc_row vc_gitem-row-position-top"><div class="vc_col-sm-12 vc_gitem-col vc_gitem-col-align-"><div class="vc_custom_heading vc_gitem-post-data vc_gitem-post-data-source-post_title" ><h4 style="text-align: left" >Program Planned for for Adult Children Caring for Aging Parents</h4></div><div class="vc_custom_heading vc_gitem-post-data vc_gitem-post-data-source-post_excerpt" ><p style="text-align: left" ><p>ACAP of Hickory &amp; the Foothills invites adult children, family caregivers, and community members to attend a free educational program, &#8220;Residential Options When Home No Longer Meets Your Parents’ Needs,&#8221;&hellip;</p> </p></div><div class="vc_btn3-container vc_btn3-left"><a class="vc_general vc_btn3 vc_btn3-size-md vc_btn3-shape-rounded vc_btn3-style-flat vc_btn3-color-juicy-pink" a href="https://whky.com/program-planned-for-for-adult-children-caring-for-aging-parents/" class="vc_gitem-link vc_general vc_btn3 vc_general vc_btn3 vc_btn3-size-md vc_btn3-shape-rounded vc_btn3-style-flat vc_btn3-color-juicy-pink" title="Read more">Read more</a></div></div></div></div></div></div><div class="vc_clearfix"></div></div><div class="vc_grid-item vc_clearfix vc_col-sm-3 vc_grid-item-zone-c-bottom"><div class="vc_grid-item-mini vc_clearfix "><div class="vc_gitem-animated-block" ><div class="vc_gitem-zone vc_gitem-zone-a vc-gitem-zone-height-mode-auto vc-gitem-zone-height-mode-auto-1-1 vc_gitem-is-link" style="background-image: url('https://whky.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/04/Boutique-No-7-042225-1024x768.jpg') !important;"><a href="https://whky.com/ribbon-cutting-friday-for-boutique-no-7/" title="Ribbon Cutting Friday for Boutique No. 7" class="vc_gitem-link vc-zone-link" ></a><img class="vc_gitem-zone-img" src="https://whky.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/04/Boutique-No-7-042225-1024x768.jpg" alt="Ribbon Cutting Friday for Boutique No. 7" loading="lazy"><div class="vc_gitem-zone-mini"></div></div></div><div class="vc_gitem-zone vc_gitem-zone-c vc_custom_1419240516480"><div class="vc_gitem-zone-mini"><div class="vc_gitem_row vc_row vc_gitem-row-position-top"><div class="vc_col-sm-12 vc_gitem-col vc_gitem-col-align-"><div class="vc_custom_heading vc_gitem-post-data vc_gitem-post-data-source-post_title" ><h4 style="text-align: left" >Ribbon Cutting Friday for Boutique No. 7</h4></div><div class="vc_custom_heading vc_gitem-post-data vc_gitem-post-data-source-post_excerpt" ><p style="text-align: left" ><p>A ribbon cutting will be held for Boutique No.7 in Newton Friday (April 25). The event will take place at 11 a.m. at 112 North Main Avenue. Isabel and Trenton&hellip;</p> </p></div><div class="vc_btn3-container vc_btn3-left"><a class="vc_general vc_btn3 vc_btn3-size-md vc_btn3-shape-rounded vc_btn3-style-flat vc_btn3-color-juicy-pink" a href="https://whky.com/ribbon-cutting-friday-for-boutique-no-7/" class="vc_gitem-link vc_general vc_btn3 vc_general vc_btn3 vc_btn3-size-md vc_btn3-shape-rounded vc_btn3-style-flat vc_btn3-color-juicy-pink" title="Read more">Read more</a></div></div></div></div></div></div><div class="vc_clearfix"></div></div><div class="vc_grid-item vc_clearfix vc_col-sm-3 vc_grid-item-zone-c-bottom"><div class="vc_grid-item-mini vc_clearfix "><div class="vc_gitem-animated-block" ><div class="vc_gitem-zone vc_gitem-zone-a vc-gitem-zone-height-mode-auto vc-gitem-zone-height-mode-auto-1-1 vc_gitem-is-link" style="background-image: url('https://whky.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/04/Spring-Craft-Market-graphic-042225-791x1024.jpg') !important;"><a href="https://whky.com/spring-craft-market-this-saturday-in-valdese/" title="Spring Craft Market this Saturday in Valdese" class="vc_gitem-link vc-zone-link" ></a><img class="vc_gitem-zone-img" src="https://whky.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/04/Spring-Craft-Market-graphic-042225-791x1024.jpg" alt="Spring Craft Market this Saturday in Valdese" loading="lazy"><div class="vc_gitem-zone-mini"></div></div></div><div class="vc_gitem-zone vc_gitem-zone-c vc_custom_1419240516480"><div class="vc_gitem-zone-mini"><div class="vc_gitem_row vc_row vc_gitem-row-position-top"><div class="vc_col-sm-12 vc_gitem-col vc_gitem-col-align-"><div class="vc_custom_heading vc_gitem-post-data vc_gitem-post-data-source-post_title" ><h4 style="text-align: left" >Spring Craft Market this Saturday in Valdese</h4></div><div class="vc_custom_heading vc_gitem-post-data vc_gitem-post-data-source-post_excerpt" ><p style="text-align: left" ><p>The Spring Craft Market will be held this Saturday (April 26) on Temple Field behind the Old Rock School in downtown Valdese. The event will feature 80 vendors, including artisans,&hellip;</p> </p></div><div class="vc_btn3-container vc_btn3-left"><a class="vc_general vc_btn3 vc_btn3-size-md vc_btn3-shape-rounded vc_btn3-style-flat vc_btn3-color-juicy-pink" a href="https://whky.com/spring-craft-market-this-saturday-in-valdese/" class="vc_gitem-link vc_general vc_btn3 vc_general vc_btn3 vc_btn3-size-md vc_btn3-shape-rounded vc_btn3-style-flat vc_btn3-color-juicy-pink" title="Read more">Read more</a></div></div></div></div></div></div><div class="vc_clearfix"></div></div><div class="vc_grid-item vc_clearfix vc_col-sm-3 vc_grid-item-zone-c-bottom"><div class="vc_grid-item-mini vc_clearfix "><div class="vc_gitem-animated-block" ><div class="vc_gitem-zone vc_gitem-zone-a vc-gitem-zone-height-mode-auto vc-gitem-zone-height-mode-auto-1-1 vc_gitem-is-link" style="background-image: url('https://whky.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/04/WPS-Whats-Goin-On-poster-042225-1024x576.jpg') !important;"><a href="https://whky.com/western-piedmont-symphony-to-present-motown-disco-concert/" title="Western Piedmont Symphony to Present Motown &#038; Disco Concert" class="vc_gitem-link vc-zone-link" ></a><img class="vc_gitem-zone-img" src="https://whky.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/04/WPS-Whats-Goin-On-poster-042225-1024x576.jpg" alt="Western Piedmont Symphony to Present Motown & Disco Concert" loading="lazy"><div class="vc_gitem-zone-mini"></div></div></div><div class="vc_gitem-zone vc_gitem-zone-c vc_custom_1419240516480"><div class="vc_gitem-zone-mini"><div class="vc_gitem_row vc_row vc_gitem-row-position-top"><div class="vc_col-sm-12 vc_gitem-col vc_gitem-col-align-"><div class="vc_custom_heading vc_gitem-post-data vc_gitem-post-data-source-post_title" ><h4 style="text-align: left" >Western Piedmont Symphony to Present Motown &#038; Disco Concert</h4></div><div class="vc_custom_heading vc_gitem-post-data vc_gitem-post-data-source-post_excerpt" ><p style="text-align: left" ><p>The Western Piedmont Symphony will present &#8220;Foothills Pops: What&#8217;s Goin&#8217; On &#8212; The Music of Disco &amp; Motown&#8221; this Saturday, April 26, at 7:30 p.m. at the J.E. Broyhill Civic&hellip;</p> </p></div><div class="vc_btn3-container vc_btn3-left"><a class="vc_general vc_btn3 vc_btn3-size-md vc_btn3-shape-rounded vc_btn3-style-flat vc_btn3-color-juicy-pink" a href="https://whky.com/western-piedmont-symphony-to-present-motown-disco-concert/" class="vc_gitem-link vc_general vc_btn3 vc_general vc_btn3 vc_btn3-size-md vc_btn3-shape-rounded vc_btn3-style-flat vc_btn3-color-juicy-pink" title="Read more">Read more</a></div></div></div></div></div></div><div class="vc_clearfix"></div></div><div class="vc_grid-item vc_clearfix vc_col-sm-3 vc_grid-item-zone-c-bottom"><div class="vc_grid-item-mini vc_clearfix "><div class="vc_gitem-animated-block" ><div class="vc_gitem-zone vc_gitem-zone-a vc-gitem-zone-height-mode-auto vc-gitem-zone-height-mode-auto-1-1 vc_gitem-is-link" style="background-image: url('https://whky.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/04/Old-Lenoir-Road-Closure-042225-1024x791.jpg') !important;"><a href="https://whky.com/portion-of-old-lenoir-road-to-close-starting-next-monday/" title="Portion of Old Lenoir Road to Close Starting Next Monday" class="vc_gitem-link vc-zone-link" ></a><img class="vc_gitem-zone-img" src="https://whky.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/04/Old-Lenoir-Road-Closure-042225-1024x791.jpg" alt="Portion of Old Lenoir Road to Close Starting Next Monday" loading="lazy"><div class="vc_gitem-zone-mini"></div></div></div><div class="vc_gitem-zone vc_gitem-zone-c vc_custom_1419240516480"><div class="vc_gitem-zone-mini"><div class="vc_gitem_row vc_row vc_gitem-row-position-top"><div class="vc_col-sm-12 vc_gitem-col vc_gitem-col-align-"><div class="vc_custom_heading vc_gitem-post-data vc_gitem-post-data-source-post_title" ><h4 style="text-align: left" >Portion of Old Lenoir Road to Close Starting Next Monday</h4></div><div class="vc_custom_heading vc_gitem-post-data vc_gitem-post-data-source-post_excerpt" ><p style="text-align: left" ><p>Beginning Monday, April 28, Old Lenoir Road will be closed from 15th Avenue N.W. to 12th Street Drive N.W. for OLLE Art Walk construction. The closure will be in place&hellip;</p> </p></div><div class="vc_btn3-container vc_btn3-left"><a class="vc_general vc_btn3 vc_btn3-size-md vc_btn3-shape-rounded vc_btn3-style-flat vc_btn3-color-juicy-pink" a href="https://whky.com/portion-of-old-lenoir-road-to-close-starting-next-monday/" class="vc_gitem-link vc_general vc_btn3 vc_general vc_btn3 vc_btn3-size-md vc_btn3-shape-rounded vc_btn3-style-flat vc_btn3-color-juicy-pink" title="Read more">Read more</a></div></div></div></div></div></div><div class="vc_clearfix"></div></div><div class="vc_grid-item vc_clearfix vc_col-sm-3 vc_grid-item-zone-c-bottom"><div class="vc_grid-item-mini vc_clearfix "><div class="vc_gitem-animated-block" ><div class="vc_gitem-zone vc_gitem-zone-a vc-gitem-zone-height-mode-auto vc-gitem-zone-height-mode-auto-1-1 vc_gitem-is-link" style="background-image: url('https://whky.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/04/Lenoir-Bicycle-Festival-042225.jpg') !important;"><a href="https://whky.com/lenoir-bicycle-festival-coming-up-april-26/" title="Lenoir Bicycle Festival Coming Up April 26" class="vc_gitem-link vc-zone-link" ></a><img class="vc_gitem-zone-img" src="https://whky.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/04/Lenoir-Bicycle-Festival-042225.jpg" alt="Lenoir Bicycle Festival Coming Up April 26" loading="lazy"><div class="vc_gitem-zone-mini"></div></div></div><div class="vc_gitem-zone vc_gitem-zone-c vc_custom_1419240516480"><div class="vc_gitem-zone-mini"><div class="vc_gitem_row vc_row vc_gitem-row-position-top"><div class="vc_col-sm-12 vc_gitem-col vc_gitem-col-align-"><div class="vc_custom_heading vc_gitem-post-data vc_gitem-post-data-source-post_title" ><h4 style="text-align: left" >Lenoir Bicycle Festival Coming Up April 26</h4></div><div class="vc_custom_heading vc_gitem-post-data vc_gitem-post-data-source-post_excerpt" ><p style="text-align: left" ><p>The 4th annual Lenoir Bicycle Festival will take place this Saturday, April 26, in downtown Lenoir. Participants will have the opportunity to ride through downtown, tackle obstacle courses, and take&hellip;</p> </p></div><div class="vc_btn3-container vc_btn3-left"><a class="vc_general vc_btn3 vc_btn3-size-md vc_btn3-shape-rounded vc_btn3-style-flat vc_btn3-color-juicy-pink" a href="https://whky.com/lenoir-bicycle-festival-coming-up-april-26/" class="vc_gitem-link vc_general vc_btn3 vc_general vc_btn3 vc_btn3-size-md vc_btn3-shape-rounded vc_btn3-style-flat vc_btn3-color-juicy-pink" title="Read more">Read more</a></div></div></div></div></div></div><div class="vc_clearfix"></div></div><div class="vc_grid-item vc_clearfix vc_col-sm-3 vc_grid-item-zone-c-bottom"><div class="vc_grid-item-mini vc_clearfix "><div class="vc_gitem-animated-block" ><div class="vc_gitem-zone vc_gitem-zone-a vc-gitem-zone-height-mode-auto vc-gitem-zone-height-mode-auto-1-1 vc_gitem-is-link" style="background-image: url('https://whky.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/04/Peace-Officer-Memorial-02-042125.jpg') !important;"><a href="https://whky.com/memorial-service-planned-for-fallen-officers/" title="Memorial Service Planned for Fallen Officers" class="vc_gitem-link vc-zone-link" ></a><img class="vc_gitem-zone-img" src="https://whky.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/04/Peace-Officer-Memorial-02-042125.jpg" alt="Memorial Service Planned for Fallen Officers" loading="lazy"><div class="vc_gitem-zone-mini"></div></div></div><div class="vc_gitem-zone vc_gitem-zone-c vc_custom_1419240516480"><div class="vc_gitem-zone-mini"><div class="vc_gitem_row vc_row vc_gitem-row-position-top"><div class="vc_col-sm-12 vc_gitem-col vc_gitem-col-align-"><div class="vc_custom_heading vc_gitem-post-data vc_gitem-post-data-source-post_title" ><h4 style="text-align: left" >Memorial Service Planned for Fallen Officers</h4></div><div class="vc_custom_heading vc_gitem-post-data vc_gitem-post-data-source-post_excerpt" ><p style="text-align: left" ><p>In memory of Law Enforcement Officers killed in the line of duty, The Catawba County Fraternal Order of Police invites the public to a memorial service. The event is set&hellip;</p> </p></div><div class="vc_btn3-container vc_btn3-left"><a class="vc_general vc_btn3 vc_btn3-size-md vc_btn3-shape-rounded vc_btn3-style-flat vc_btn3-color-juicy-pink" a href="https://whky.com/memorial-service-planned-for-fallen-officers/" class="vc_gitem-link vc_general vc_btn3 vc_general vc_btn3 vc_btn3-size-md vc_btn3-shape-rounded vc_btn3-style-flat vc_btn3-color-juicy-pink" title="Read more">Read more</a></div></div></div></div></div></div><div class="vc_clearfix"></div></div><div class="vc_grid-item vc_clearfix vc_col-sm-3 vc_grid-item-zone-c-bottom"><div class="vc_grid-item-mini vc_clearfix "><div class="vc_gitem-animated-block" ><div class="vc_gitem-zone vc_gitem-zone-a vc-gitem-zone-height-mode-auto vc-gitem-zone-height-mode-auto-1-1 vc_gitem-is-link" style="background-image: url('https://whky.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/04/Fletcher-and-Colville-combo-042125.jpg') !important;"><a href="https://whky.com/forum-on-substance-use-disorder-tomorrow-in-morganton/" title="Forum on Substance Use Disorder April 22 in Morganton" class="vc_gitem-link vc-zone-link" ></a><img class="vc_gitem-zone-img" src="https://whky.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/04/Fletcher-and-Colville-combo-042125.jpg" alt="Forum on Substance Use Disorder April 22 in Morganton" loading="lazy"><div class="vc_gitem-zone-mini"></div></div></div><div class="vc_gitem-zone vc_gitem-zone-c vc_custom_1419240516480"><div class="vc_gitem-zone-mini"><div class="vc_gitem_row vc_row vc_gitem-row-position-top"><div class="vc_col-sm-12 vc_gitem-col vc_gitem-col-align-"><div class="vc_custom_heading vc_gitem-post-data vc_gitem-post-data-source-post_title" ><h4 style="text-align: left" >Forum on Substance Use Disorder April 22 in Morganton</h4></div><div class="vc_custom_heading vc_gitem-post-data vc_gitem-post-data-source-post_excerpt" ><p style="text-align: left" ><p>The public is invited to attend a special community forum on Substance Use Disorder at 5 p.m. Tuesday, April 22, at the CoMMA Performing Arts Center in Morganton. The event&hellip;</p> </p></div><div class="vc_btn3-container vc_btn3-left"><a class="vc_general vc_btn3 vc_btn3-size-md vc_btn3-shape-rounded vc_btn3-style-flat vc_btn3-color-juicy-pink" a href="https://whky.com/forum-on-substance-use-disorder-tomorrow-in-morganton/" class="vc_gitem-link vc_general vc_btn3 vc_general vc_btn3 vc_btn3-size-md vc_btn3-shape-rounded vc_btn3-style-flat vc_btn3-color-juicy-pink" title="Read more">Read more</a></div></div></div></div></div></div><div class="vc_clearfix"></div></div><div class="vc_grid-item vc_clearfix vc_col-sm-3 vc_grid-item-zone-c-bottom"><div class="vc_grid-item-mini vc_clearfix "><div class="vc_gitem-animated-block" ><div class="vc_gitem-zone vc_gitem-zone-a vc-gitem-zone-height-mode-auto vc-gitem-zone-height-mode-auto-1-1 vc_gitem-is-link" style="background-image: url('https://whky.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/10/Fatal-Wreck-Graphic-122717.png') !important;"><a href="https://whky.com/vale-woman-killed-in-lincoln-county-crash/" title="Vale Woman Killed in Lincoln County Crash" class="vc_gitem-link vc-zone-link" ></a><img class="vc_gitem-zone-img" src="https://whky.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/10/Fatal-Wreck-Graphic-122717.png" alt="Vale Woman Killed in Lincoln County Crash" loading="lazy"><div class="vc_gitem-zone-mini"></div></div></div><div class="vc_gitem-zone vc_gitem-zone-c vc_custom_1419240516480"><div class="vc_gitem-zone-mini"><div class="vc_gitem_row vc_row vc_gitem-row-position-top"><div class="vc_col-sm-12 vc_gitem-col vc_gitem-col-align-"><div class="vc_custom_heading vc_gitem-post-data vc_gitem-post-data-source-post_title" ><h4 style="text-align: left" >Vale Woman Killed in Lincoln County Crash</h4></div><div class="vc_custom_heading vc_gitem-post-data vc_gitem-post-data-source-post_excerpt" ><p style="text-align: left" ><p>On Saturday, April 19, at approximately 5:20 a.m., the N.C. State Highway Patrol responded to a fatal collision in Lincoln County on Reepsville Road near Lewis Road. A 2002 Mitsubishi&hellip;</p> </p></div><div class="vc_btn3-container vc_btn3-left"><a class="vc_general vc_btn3 vc_btn3-size-md vc_btn3-shape-rounded vc_btn3-style-flat vc_btn3-color-juicy-pink" a href="https://whky.com/vale-woman-killed-in-lincoln-county-crash/" class="vc_gitem-link vc_general vc_btn3 vc_general vc_btn3 vc_btn3-size-md vc_btn3-shape-rounded vc_btn3-style-flat vc_btn3-color-juicy-pink" title="Read more">Read more</a></div></div></div></div></div></div><div class="vc_clearfix"></div></div><div class="vc_grid-item vc_clearfix vc_col-sm-3 vc_grid-item-zone-c-bottom"><div class="vc_grid-item-mini vc_clearfix "><div class="vc_gitem-animated-block" ><div class="vc_gitem-zone vc_gitem-zone-a vc-gitem-zone-height-mode-auto vc-gitem-zone-height-mode-auto-1-1 vc_gitem-is-link" style="background-image: url('https://whky.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/04/Lenoir-Litter-Sweep-4-1024x683.jpg') !important;"><a href="https://whky.com/city-staff-beautify-the-roads-in-lenoir-for-ncdot-spring-litter-sweep/" title="City Staff Beautify the Roads in Lenoir for NCDOT Spring Litter Sweep" class="vc_gitem-link vc-zone-link" ></a><img class="vc_gitem-zone-img" src="https://whky.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/04/Lenoir-Litter-Sweep-4-1024x683.jpg" alt="City Staff Beautify the Roads in Lenoir for NCDOT Spring Litter Sweep" loading="lazy"><div class="vc_gitem-zone-mini"></div></div></div><div class="vc_gitem-zone vc_gitem-zone-c vc_custom_1419240516480"><div class="vc_gitem-zone-mini"><div class="vc_gitem_row vc_row vc_gitem-row-position-top"><div class="vc_col-sm-12 vc_gitem-col vc_gitem-col-align-"><div class="vc_custom_heading vc_gitem-post-data vc_gitem-post-data-source-post_title" ><h4 style="text-align: left" >City Staff Beautify the Roads in Lenoir for NCDOT Spring Litter Sweep</h4></div><div class="vc_custom_heading vc_gitem-post-data vc_gitem-post-data-source-post_excerpt" ><p style="text-align: left" ><p>Lenoir City staff collected about 40 bags of litter in Lenoir on Wednesday, April 16, 2025. The employee event is part of North Carolina Department of Transportation&#8217;s annual Spring Litter&hellip;</p> </p></div><div class="vc_btn3-container vc_btn3-left"><a class="vc_general vc_btn3 vc_btn3-size-md vc_btn3-shape-rounded vc_btn3-style-flat vc_btn3-color-juicy-pink" a href="https://whky.com/city-staff-beautify-the-roads-in-lenoir-for-ncdot-spring-litter-sweep/" class="vc_gitem-link vc_general vc_btn3 vc_general vc_btn3 vc_btn3-size-md vc_btn3-shape-rounded vc_btn3-style-flat vc_btn3-color-juicy-pink" title="Read more">Read more</a></div></div></div></div></div></div><div class="vc_clearfix"></div></div><div class="vc_grid-item vc_clearfix vc_col-sm-3 vc_grid-item-zone-c-bottom"><div class="vc_grid-item-mini vc_clearfix "><div class="vc_gitem-animated-block" ><div class="vc_gitem-zone vc_gitem-zone-a vc-gitem-zone-height-mode-auto vc-gitem-zone-height-mode-auto-1-1 vc_gitem-is-link" style="background-image: url('https://whky.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/09/Fatal-Crash-Generic-News-Graphic-092722.jpg') !important;"><a href="https://whky.com/fatal-collision-reported-on-i-77-in-iredell-county/" title="Fatal Collision Reported on I-77 in Iredell County" class="vc_gitem-link vc-zone-link" ></a><img class="vc_gitem-zone-img" src="https://whky.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/09/Fatal-Crash-Generic-News-Graphic-092722.jpg" alt="Fatal Collision Reported on I-77 in Iredell County" loading="lazy"><div class="vc_gitem-zone-mini"></div></div></div><div class="vc_gitem-zone vc_gitem-zone-c vc_custom_1419240516480"><div class="vc_gitem-zone-mini"><div class="vc_gitem_row vc_row vc_gitem-row-position-top"><div class="vc_col-sm-12 vc_gitem-col vc_gitem-col-align-"><div class="vc_custom_heading vc_gitem-post-data vc_gitem-post-data-source-post_title" ><h4 style="text-align: left" >Fatal Collision Reported on I-77 in Iredell County</h4></div><div class="vc_custom_heading vc_gitem-post-data vc_gitem-post-data-source-post_excerpt" ><p style="text-align: left" ><p>On Saturday, April 19, at 10:10 p.m., the NC State Highway Patrol responded to a fatal collision in Iredell County on I-77 South near mile marker 62.  A 2006 Ford&hellip;</p> </p></div><div class="vc_btn3-container vc_btn3-left"><a class="vc_general vc_btn3 vc_btn3-size-md vc_btn3-shape-rounded vc_btn3-style-flat vc_btn3-color-juicy-pink" a href="https://whky.com/fatal-collision-reported-on-i-77-in-iredell-county/" class="vc_gitem-link vc_general vc_btn3 vc_general vc_btn3 vc_btn3-size-md vc_btn3-shape-rounded vc_btn3-style-flat vc_btn3-color-juicy-pink" title="Read more">Read more</a></div></div></div></div></div></div><div class="vc_clearfix"></div></div><div class="vc_grid-item vc_clearfix vc_col-sm-3 vc_grid-item-zone-c-bottom"><div class="vc_grid-item-mini vc_clearfix "><div class="vc_gitem-animated-block" ><div class="vc_gitem-zone vc_gitem-zone-a vc-gitem-zone-height-mode-auto vc-gitem-zone-height-mode-auto-1-1 vc_gitem-is-link" style="background-image: url('https://whky.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/01/Fatal-Crash-Generic-Graphic-010623.jpg') !important;"><a href="https://whky.com/claremont-man-killed-in-iredell-county-crash/" title="Claremont Man Killed in Iredell County Crash" class="vc_gitem-link vc-zone-link" ></a><img class="vc_gitem-zone-img" src="https://whky.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/01/Fatal-Crash-Generic-Graphic-010623.jpg" alt="Claremont Man Killed in Iredell County Crash" loading="lazy"><div class="vc_gitem-zone-mini"></div></div></div><div class="vc_gitem-zone vc_gitem-zone-c vc_custom_1419240516480"><div class="vc_gitem-zone-mini"><div class="vc_gitem_row vc_row vc_gitem-row-position-top"><div class="vc_col-sm-12 vc_gitem-col vc_gitem-col-align-"><div class="vc_custom_heading vc_gitem-post-data vc_gitem-post-data-source-post_title" ><h4 style="text-align: left" >Claremont Man Killed in Iredell County Crash</h4></div><div class="vc_custom_heading vc_gitem-post-data vc_gitem-post-data-source-post_excerpt" ><p style="text-align: left" ><p>On Saturday, April 19, at approximately 5:00 p.m., the NC State Highway Patrol responded to a fatal collision in Iredell County on I-40 West near Old Mountain Road (Exit 144).&hellip;</p> </p></div><div class="vc_btn3-container vc_btn3-left"><a class="vc_general vc_btn3 vc_btn3-size-md vc_btn3-shape-rounded vc_btn3-style-flat vc_btn3-color-juicy-pink" a href="https://whky.com/claremont-man-killed-in-iredell-county-crash/" class="vc_gitem-link vc_general vc_btn3 vc_general vc_btn3 vc_btn3-size-md vc_btn3-shape-rounded vc_btn3-style-flat vc_btn3-color-juicy-pink" title="Read more">Read more</a></div></div></div></div></div></div><div class="vc_clearfix"></div></div><div class="vc_grid-item vc_clearfix vc_col-sm-3 vc_grid-item-zone-c-bottom"><div class="vc_grid-item-mini vc_clearfix "><div class="vc_gitem-animated-block" ><div class="vc_gitem-zone vc_gitem-zone-a vc-gitem-zone-height-mode-auto vc-gitem-zone-height-mode-auto-1-1 vc_gitem-is-link" style="background-image: url('https://whky.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/04/Plane-Crash-Generic-Graphic-060123.jpg') !important;"><a href="https://whky.com/pilot-and-one-passenger-injured-in-plane-crash-in-alexander-county/" title="Pilot and One Passenger Injured in Plane Crash in Alexander County" class="vc_gitem-link vc-zone-link" ></a><img class="vc_gitem-zone-img" src="https://whky.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/04/Plane-Crash-Generic-Graphic-060123.jpg" alt="Pilot and One Passenger Injured in Plane Crash in Alexander County" loading="lazy"><div class="vc_gitem-zone-mini"></div></div></div><div class="vc_gitem-zone vc_gitem-zone-c vc_custom_1419240516480"><div class="vc_gitem-zone-mini"><div class="vc_gitem_row vc_row vc_gitem-row-position-top"><div class="vc_col-sm-12 vc_gitem-col vc_gitem-col-align-"><div class="vc_custom_heading vc_gitem-post-data vc_gitem-post-data-source-post_title" ><h4 style="text-align: left" >Pilot and One Passenger Injured in Plane Crash in Alexander County</h4></div><div class="vc_custom_heading vc_gitem-post-data vc_gitem-post-data-source-post_excerpt" ><p style="text-align: left" ><p>On Friday, April 18, at approximately 12:50 p.m., the NC State Highway Patrol responded to an airplane crash in Alexander County near Rink Dam Road. A 1947 Pietenpol single-engine plane&hellip;</p> </p></div><div class="vc_btn3-container vc_btn3-left"><a class="vc_general vc_btn3 vc_btn3-size-md vc_btn3-shape-rounded vc_btn3-style-flat vc_btn3-color-juicy-pink" a href="https://whky.com/pilot-and-one-passenger-injured-in-plane-crash-in-alexander-county/" class="vc_gitem-link vc_general vc_btn3 vc_general vc_btn3 vc_btn3-size-md vc_btn3-shape-rounded vc_btn3-style-flat vc_btn3-color-juicy-pink" title="Read more">Read more</a></div></div></div></div></div></div><div class="vc_clearfix"></div></div><div class="vc_grid-item vc_clearfix vc_col-sm-3 vc_grid-item-zone-c-bottom"><div class="vc_grid-item-mini vc_clearfix "><div class="vc_gitem-animated-block" ><div class="vc_gitem-zone vc_gitem-zone-a vc-gitem-zone-height-mode-auto vc-gitem-zone-height-mode-auto-1-1 vc_gitem-is-link" style="background-image: url('https://whky.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/04/Wyatt-Nelson-Jackson-Hamlin-combo-041725-1024x351.jpg') !important;"><a href="https://whky.com/shooting-suspect-and-three-others-arrested/" title="Shooting Suspect and Three Others Arrested" class="vc_gitem-link vc-zone-link" ></a><img class="vc_gitem-zone-img" src="https://whky.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/04/Wyatt-Nelson-Jackson-Hamlin-combo-041725-1024x351.jpg" alt="Shooting Suspect and Three Others Arrested" loading="lazy"><div class="vc_gitem-zone-mini"></div></div></div><div class="vc_gitem-zone vc_gitem-zone-c vc_custom_1419240516480"><div class="vc_gitem-zone-mini"><div class="vc_gitem_row vc_row vc_gitem-row-position-top"><div class="vc_col-sm-12 vc_gitem-col vc_gitem-col-align-"><div class="vc_custom_heading vc_gitem-post-data vc_gitem-post-data-source-post_title" ><h4 style="text-align: left" >Shooting Suspect and Three Others Arrested</h4></div><div class="vc_custom_heading vc_gitem-post-data vc_gitem-post-data-source-post_excerpt" ><p style="text-align: left" ><p>18-year-old Xavier Jahree Wyatt of Catawba, 26-year-old Robert Djan Nelson, Jr. of Hickory, 22-year-old Kenyan Malik Jackson of Newton, and 26-year-old Tevyn Nathaniel Hamlin of Hickory have all been arrested&hellip;</p> </p></div><div class="vc_btn3-container vc_btn3-left"><a class="vc_general vc_btn3 vc_btn3-size-md vc_btn3-shape-rounded vc_btn3-style-flat vc_btn3-color-juicy-pink" a href="https://whky.com/shooting-suspect-and-three-others-arrested/" class="vc_gitem-link vc_general vc_btn3 vc_general vc_btn3 vc_btn3-size-md vc_btn3-shape-rounded vc_btn3-style-flat vc_btn3-color-juicy-pink" title="Read more">Read more</a></div></div></div></div></div></div><div class="vc_clearfix"></div></div><div class="vc_grid-item vc_clearfix vc_col-sm-3 vc_grid-item-zone-c-bottom"><div class="vc_grid-item-mini vc_clearfix "><div class="vc_gitem-animated-block" ><div class="vc_gitem-zone vc_gitem-zone-a vc-gitem-zone-height-mode-auto vc-gitem-zone-height-mode-auto-1-1 vc_gitem-is-link" style="background-image: url('https://whky.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/04/Wyatt-Xavier-Jahree-041725.jpg') !important;"><a href="https://whky.com/suspect-wanted-after-allegedly-shooting-at-officers/" title="Suspect Wanted after Allegedly Shooting at Officers" class="vc_gitem-link vc-zone-link" ></a><img class="vc_gitem-zone-img" src="https://whky.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/04/Wyatt-Xavier-Jahree-041725.jpg" alt="Suspect Wanted after Allegedly Shooting at Officers" loading="lazy"><div class="vc_gitem-zone-mini"></div></div></div><div class="vc_gitem-zone vc_gitem-zone-c vc_custom_1419240516480"><div class="vc_gitem-zone-mini"><div class="vc_gitem_row vc_row vc_gitem-row-position-top"><div class="vc_col-sm-12 vc_gitem-col vc_gitem-col-align-"><div class="vc_custom_heading vc_gitem-post-data vc_gitem-post-data-source-post_title" ><h4 style="text-align: left" >Suspect Wanted after Allegedly Shooting at Officers</h4></div><div class="vc_custom_heading vc_gitem-post-data vc_gitem-post-data-source-post_excerpt" ><p style="text-align: left" ><p>[NOTE: click here for update] The U.S. Marshals Service is asking for the public&#8217;s assistance in locating 18-year-old Xavier Jahree Wyatt. He is wanted for assault with a deadly weapon&hellip;</p> </p></div><div class="vc_btn3-container vc_btn3-left"><a class="vc_general vc_btn3 vc_btn3-size-md vc_btn3-shape-rounded vc_btn3-style-flat vc_btn3-color-juicy-pink" a href="https://whky.com/suspect-wanted-after-allegedly-shooting-at-officers/" class="vc_gitem-link vc_general vc_btn3 vc_general vc_btn3 vc_btn3-size-md vc_btn3-shape-rounded vc_btn3-style-flat vc_btn3-color-juicy-pink" title="Read more">Read more</a></div></div></div></div></div></div><div class="vc_clearfix"></div></div><div class="vc_grid-item vc_clearfix vc_col-sm-3 vc_grid-item-zone-c-bottom"><div class="vc_grid-item-mini vc_clearfix "><div class="vc_gitem-animated-block" ><div class="vc_gitem-zone vc_gitem-zone-a vc-gitem-zone-height-mode-auto vc-gitem-zone-height-mode-auto-1-1 vc_gitem-is-link" style="background-image: url('https://whky.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/04/Caldwell-Mens-Chorus-from-Facebook-041725-1024x682.jpg') !important;"><a href="https://whky.com/two-choral-concerts-planned-in-caldwell-county/" title="Two Choral Concerts Planned in Caldwell County" class="vc_gitem-link vc-zone-link" ></a><img class="vc_gitem-zone-img" src="https://whky.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/04/Caldwell-Mens-Chorus-from-Facebook-041725-1024x682.jpg" alt="Two Choral Concerts Planned in Caldwell County" loading="lazy"><div class="vc_gitem-zone-mini"></div></div></div><div class="vc_gitem-zone vc_gitem-zone-c vc_custom_1419240516480"><div class="vc_gitem-zone-mini"><div class="vc_gitem_row vc_row vc_gitem-row-position-top"><div class="vc_col-sm-12 vc_gitem-col vc_gitem-col-align-"><div class="vc_custom_heading vc_gitem-post-data vc_gitem-post-data-source-post_title" ><h4 style="text-align: left" >Two Choral Concerts Planned in Caldwell County</h4></div><div class="vc_custom_heading vc_gitem-post-data vc_gitem-post-data-source-post_excerpt" ><p style="text-align: left" ><p>The Caldwell Men&#8217;s Chorus will present its spring concert on Saturday, May 10, at 7:30 p.m. The concert will be held at the Lenoir Presbyterian Church on Kirkwood Avenue N.W.&hellip;</p> </p></div><div class="vc_btn3-container vc_btn3-left"><a class="vc_general vc_btn3 vc_btn3-size-md vc_btn3-shape-rounded vc_btn3-style-flat vc_btn3-color-juicy-pink" a href="https://whky.com/two-choral-concerts-planned-in-caldwell-county/" class="vc_gitem-link vc_general vc_btn3 vc_general vc_btn3 vc_btn3-size-md vc_btn3-shape-rounded vc_btn3-style-flat vc_btn3-color-juicy-pink" title="Read more">Read more</a></div></div></div></div></div></div><div class="vc_clearfix"></div></div><div class="vc_grid-item vc_clearfix vc_col-sm-3 vc_grid-item-zone-c-bottom"><div class="vc_grid-item-mini vc_clearfix "><div class="vc_gitem-animated-block" ><div class="vc_gitem-zone vc_gitem-zone-a vc-gitem-zone-height-mode-auto vc-gitem-zone-height-mode-auto-1-1 vc_gitem-is-link" style="background-image: url('https://whky.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/04/US-Army-Corps-of-Engineers-at-Lake-Lure-041725-1024x682.jpg') !important;"><a href="https://whky.com/army-corp-of-engineers-continues-to-remove-debris-from-western-n-c-waterways/" title="Army Corp of Engineers Continues to Remove Debris from Western N.C. Waterways" class="vc_gitem-link vc-zone-link" ></a><img class="vc_gitem-zone-img" src="https://whky.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/04/US-Army-Corps-of-Engineers-at-Lake-Lure-041725-1024x682.jpg" alt="Army Corp of Engineers Continues to Remove Debris from Western N.C. Waterways" loading="lazy"><div class="vc_gitem-zone-mini"></div></div></div><div class="vc_gitem-zone vc_gitem-zone-c vc_custom_1419240516480"><div class="vc_gitem-zone-mini"><div class="vc_gitem_row vc_row vc_gitem-row-position-top"><div class="vc_col-sm-12 vc_gitem-col vc_gitem-col-align-"><div class="vc_custom_heading vc_gitem-post-data vc_gitem-post-data-source-post_title" ><h4 style="text-align: left" >Army Corp of Engineers Continues to Remove Debris from Western N.C. Waterways</h4></div><div class="vc_custom_heading vc_gitem-post-data vc_gitem-post-data-source-post_excerpt" ><p style="text-align: left" ><p>Yesterday (April 16) at Lake Lure, senior brass from the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers met with local leaders and reporters to provide an update on the debris removal mission&hellip;</p> </p></div><div class="vc_btn3-container vc_btn3-left"><a class="vc_general vc_btn3 vc_btn3-size-md vc_btn3-shape-rounded vc_btn3-style-flat vc_btn3-color-juicy-pink" a href="https://whky.com/army-corp-of-engineers-continues-to-remove-debris-from-western-n-c-waterways/" class="vc_gitem-link vc_general vc_btn3 vc_general vc_btn3 vc_btn3-size-md vc_btn3-shape-rounded vc_btn3-style-flat vc_btn3-color-juicy-pink" title="Read more">Read more</a></div></div></div></div></div></div><div class="vc_clearfix"></div></div><div class="vc_grid-item vc_clearfix vc_col-sm-3 vc_grid-item-zone-c-bottom"><div class="vc_grid-item-mini vc_clearfix "><div class="vc_gitem-animated-block" ><div class="vc_gitem-zone vc_gitem-zone-a vc-gitem-zone-height-mode-auto vc-gitem-zone-height-mode-auto-1-1 vc_gitem-is-link" style="background-image: url('https://whky.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/01/NCDOJ-Seal-011122.jpg') !important;"><a href="https://whky.com/state-local-officials-launch-initiative-to-deter-theft-from-residents-recovering-from-helene/" title="State, Local Officials Launch Initiative To Deter Theft From Residents Recovering From Helene" class="vc_gitem-link vc-zone-link" ></a><img class="vc_gitem-zone-img" src="https://whky.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/01/NCDOJ-Seal-011122.jpg" alt="State, Local Officials Launch Initiative To Deter Theft From Residents Recovering From Helene" loading="lazy"><div class="vc_gitem-zone-mini"></div></div></div><div class="vc_gitem-zone vc_gitem-zone-c vc_custom_1419240516480"><div class="vc_gitem-zone-mini"><div class="vc_gitem_row vc_row vc_gitem-row-position-top"><div class="vc_col-sm-12 vc_gitem-col vc_gitem-col-align-"><div class="vc_custom_heading vc_gitem-post-data vc_gitem-post-data-source-post_title" ><h4 style="text-align: left" >State, Local Officials Launch Initiative To Deter Theft From Residents Recovering From Helene</h4></div><div class="vc_custom_heading vc_gitem-post-data vc_gitem-post-data-source-post_excerpt" ><p style="text-align: left" ><p>On Monday (April 14) Attorney General Jeff Jackson was joined by State Bureau of Investigation Director Chip Hawley, Haywood County Sheriff Bill Wilke, Waynesville Police Chief David Adams, and over&hellip;</p> </p></div><div class="vc_btn3-container vc_btn3-left"><a class="vc_general vc_btn3 vc_btn3-size-md vc_btn3-shape-rounded vc_btn3-style-flat vc_btn3-color-juicy-pink" a href="https://whky.com/state-local-officials-launch-initiative-to-deter-theft-from-residents-recovering-from-helene/" class="vc_gitem-link vc_general vc_btn3 vc_general vc_btn3 vc_btn3-size-md vc_btn3-shape-rounded vc_btn3-style-flat vc_btn3-color-juicy-pink" title="Read more">Read more</a></div></div></div></div></div></div><div class="vc_clearfix"></div></div><div class="vc_grid-item vc_clearfix vc_col-sm-3 vc_grid-item-zone-c-bottom"><div class="vc_grid-item-mini vc_clearfix "><div class="vc_gitem-animated-block" ><div class="vc_gitem-zone vc_gitem-zone-a vc-gitem-zone-height-mode-auto vc-gitem-zone-height-mode-auto-1-1 vc_gitem-is-link" style="background-image: url('https://whky.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/04/Broadband-Generic-Graphic-041725.jpg') !important;"><a href="https://whky.com/high-speed-internet-to-be-provided-in-two-area-counties/" title="High Speed Internet To Be Provided In Two Area Counties" class="vc_gitem-link vc-zone-link" ></a><img class="vc_gitem-zone-img" src="https://whky.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/04/Broadband-Generic-Graphic-041725.jpg" alt="High Speed Internet To Be Provided In Two Area Counties" loading="lazy"><div class="vc_gitem-zone-mini"></div></div></div><div class="vc_gitem-zone vc_gitem-zone-c vc_custom_1419240516480"><div class="vc_gitem-zone-mini"><div class="vc_gitem_row vc_row vc_gitem-row-position-top"><div class="vc_col-sm-12 vc_gitem-col vc_gitem-col-align-"><div class="vc_custom_heading vc_gitem-post-data vc_gitem-post-data-source-post_title" ><h4 style="text-align: left" >High Speed Internet To Be Provided In Two Area Counties</h4></div><div class="vc_custom_heading vc_gitem-post-data vc_gitem-post-data-source-post_excerpt" ><p style="text-align: left" ><p>On Tuesday (April 15) Governor Josh Stein announced more than $41 million in Completing Access to Broadband (CAB) program projects to connect 11,816 households and businesses in 17 counties to&hellip;</p> </p></div><div class="vc_btn3-container vc_btn3-left"><a class="vc_general vc_btn3 vc_btn3-size-md vc_btn3-shape-rounded vc_btn3-style-flat vc_btn3-color-juicy-pink" a href="https://whky.com/high-speed-internet-to-be-provided-in-two-area-counties/" class="vc_gitem-link vc_general vc_btn3 vc_general vc_btn3 vc_btn3-size-md vc_btn3-shape-rounded vc_btn3-style-flat vc_btn3-color-juicy-pink" title="Read more">Read more</a></div></div></div></div></div></div><div class="vc_clearfix"></div></div><div class="vc_grid-item vc_clearfix vc_col-sm-3 vc_grid-item-zone-c-bottom"><div class="vc_grid-item-mini vc_clearfix "><div class="vc_gitem-animated-block" ><div class="vc_gitem-zone vc_gitem-zone-a vc-gitem-zone-height-mode-auto vc-gitem-zone-height-mode-auto-1-1 vc_gitem-is-link" style="background-image: url('https://whky.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/04/Voting-Machine-Pic-041725-1.jpg') !important;"><a href="https://whky.com/simulated-election-event-scheduled-in-alexander-county/" title="Simulated Election Event Scheduled In Alexander County" class="vc_gitem-link vc-zone-link" ></a><img class="vc_gitem-zone-img" src="https://whky.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/04/Voting-Machine-Pic-041725-1.jpg" alt="Simulated Election Event Scheduled In Alexander County" loading="lazy"><div class="vc_gitem-zone-mini"></div></div></div><div class="vc_gitem-zone vc_gitem-zone-c vc_custom_1419240516480"><div class="vc_gitem-zone-mini"><div class="vc_gitem_row vc_row vc_gitem-row-position-top"><div class="vc_col-sm-12 vc_gitem-col vc_gitem-col-align-"><div class="vc_custom_heading vc_gitem-post-data vc_gitem-post-data-source-post_title" ><h4 style="text-align: left" >Simulated Election Event Scheduled In Alexander County</h4></div><div class="vc_custom_heading vc_gitem-post-data vc_gitem-post-data-source-post_excerpt" ><p style="text-align: left" ><p>The Alexander County Board of Elections will conduct a simulated election event as part of the process to upgrade its current voting system. Testing will begin on Thursday, April 24&hellip;</p> </p></div><div class="vc_btn3-container vc_btn3-left"><a class="vc_general vc_btn3 vc_btn3-size-md vc_btn3-shape-rounded vc_btn3-style-flat vc_btn3-color-juicy-pink" a href="https://whky.com/simulated-election-event-scheduled-in-alexander-county/" class="vc_gitem-link vc_general vc_btn3 vc_general vc_btn3 vc_btn3-size-md vc_btn3-shape-rounded vc_btn3-style-flat vc_btn3-color-juicy-pink" title="Read more">Read more</a></div></div></div></div></div></div><div class="vc_clearfix"></div></div><div class="vc_grid-item vc_clearfix vc_col-sm-3 vc_grid-item-zone-c-bottom"><div class="vc_grid-item-mini vc_clearfix "><div class="vc_gitem-animated-block" ><div class="vc_gitem-zone vc_gitem-zone-a vc-gitem-zone-height-mode-auto vc-gitem-zone-height-mode-auto-1-1 vc_gitem-is-link" style="background-image: url('https://whky.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/04/Iredell-Memorial-Hospital-Pic-041725.jpg') !important;"><a href="https://whky.com/area-hospital-achieves-top-25-ranking/" title="Area Hospital Achieves Top 25 Ranking" class="vc_gitem-link vc-zone-link" ></a><img class="vc_gitem-zone-img" src="https://whky.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/04/Iredell-Memorial-Hospital-Pic-041725.jpg" alt="Area Hospital Achieves Top 25 Ranking" loading="lazy"><div class="vc_gitem-zone-mini"></div></div></div><div class="vc_gitem-zone vc_gitem-zone-c vc_custom_1419240516480"><div class="vc_gitem-zone-mini"><div class="vc_gitem_row vc_row vc_gitem-row-position-top"><div class="vc_col-sm-12 vc_gitem-col vc_gitem-col-align-"><div class="vc_custom_heading vc_gitem-post-data vc_gitem-post-data-source-post_title" ><h4 style="text-align: left" >Area Hospital Achieves Top 25 Ranking</h4></div><div class="vc_custom_heading vc_gitem-post-data vc_gitem-post-data-source-post_excerpt" ><p style="text-align: left" ><p>Iredell Memorial Hospital has once again been placed in the top 25 best hospitals in the state by Business North Carolina. Business North Carolina hospital rankings are generated using more&hellip;</p> </p></div><div class="vc_btn3-container vc_btn3-left"><a class="vc_general vc_btn3 vc_btn3-size-md vc_btn3-shape-rounded vc_btn3-style-flat vc_btn3-color-juicy-pink" a href="https://whky.com/area-hospital-achieves-top-25-ranking/" class="vc_gitem-link vc_general vc_btn3 vc_general vc_btn3 vc_btn3-size-md vc_btn3-shape-rounded vc_btn3-style-flat vc_btn3-color-juicy-pink" title="Read more">Read more</a></div></div></div></div></div></div><div class="vc_clearfix"></div></div><div class="vc_grid-item vc_clearfix vc_col-sm-3 vc_grid-item-zone-c-bottom"><div class="vc_grid-item-mini vc_clearfix "><div class="vc_gitem-animated-block" ><div class="vc_gitem-zone vc_gitem-zone-a vc-gitem-zone-height-mode-auto vc-gitem-zone-height-mode-auto-1-1 vc_gitem-is-link" style="background-image: url('https://whky.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/06/Iredell-Statesville-Schools-Logo-061224.jpg') !important;"><a href="https://whky.com/iredell-statesville-schools-to-cut-3-million-from-proposed-budget/" title="Iredell-Statesville Schools To Cut $3 Million From Proposed Budget" class="vc_gitem-link vc-zone-link" ></a><img class="vc_gitem-zone-img" src="https://whky.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/06/Iredell-Statesville-Schools-Logo-061224.jpg" alt="Iredell-Statesville Schools To Cut $3 Million From Proposed Budget" loading="lazy"><div class="vc_gitem-zone-mini"></div></div></div><div class="vc_gitem-zone vc_gitem-zone-c vc_custom_1419240516480"><div class="vc_gitem-zone-mini"><div class="vc_gitem_row vc_row vc_gitem-row-position-top"><div class="vc_col-sm-12 vc_gitem-col vc_gitem-col-align-"><div class="vc_custom_heading vc_gitem-post-data vc_gitem-post-data-source-post_title" ><h4 style="text-align: left" >Iredell-Statesville Schools To Cut $3 Million From Proposed Budget</h4></div><div class="vc_custom_heading vc_gitem-post-data vc_gitem-post-data-source-post_excerpt" ><p style="text-align: left" ><p>The Iredell-Statesville Schools (I-SS) Board of Education approved a plan to cut $3 million from its proposed budget for 2025-2026 during Monday’s (April 14) board meeting. According to the Iredell&hellip;</p> </p></div><div class="vc_btn3-container vc_btn3-left"><a class="vc_general vc_btn3 vc_btn3-size-md vc_btn3-shape-rounded vc_btn3-style-flat vc_btn3-color-juicy-pink" a href="https://whky.com/iredell-statesville-schools-to-cut-3-million-from-proposed-budget/" class="vc_gitem-link vc_general vc_btn3 vc_general vc_btn3 vc_btn3-size-md vc_btn3-shape-rounded vc_btn3-style-flat vc_btn3-color-juicy-pink" title="Read more">Read more</a></div></div></div></div></div></div><div class="vc_clearfix"></div></div><div class="vc_grid-item vc_clearfix vc_col-sm-3 vc_grid-item-zone-c-bottom"><div class="vc_grid-item-mini vc_clearfix "><div class="vc_gitem-animated-block" ><div class="vc_gitem-zone vc_gitem-zone-a vc-gitem-zone-height-mode-auto vc-gitem-zone-height-mode-auto-1-1 vc_gitem-is-link" style="background-image: url('https://whky.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/04/2025-FRMC-ribbon-cutting-01-1024x683.jpg') !important;"><a href="https://whky.com/newly-renovated-inpatient-rehab-unit-at-frye-regional-medical-center-offers-a-higher-level-of-care-comfort/" title="Newly Renovated Inpatient Rehab Unit at Frye Regional Medical Center Offers A Higher Level of Care &#038; Comfort" class="vc_gitem-link vc-zone-link" ></a><img class="vc_gitem-zone-img" src="https://whky.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/04/2025-FRMC-ribbon-cutting-01-1024x683.jpg" alt="Newly Renovated Inpatient Rehab Unit at Frye Regional Medical Center Offers A Higher Level of Care & Comfort" loading="lazy"><div class="vc_gitem-zone-mini"></div></div></div><div class="vc_gitem-zone vc_gitem-zone-c vc_custom_1419240516480"><div class="vc_gitem-zone-mini"><div class="vc_gitem_row vc_row vc_gitem-row-position-top"><div class="vc_col-sm-12 vc_gitem-col vc_gitem-col-align-"><div class="vc_custom_heading vc_gitem-post-data vc_gitem-post-data-source-post_title" ><h4 style="text-align: left" >Newly Renovated Inpatient Rehab Unit at Frye Regional Medical Center Offers A Higher Level of Care &#038; Comfort</h4></div><div class="vc_custom_heading vc_gitem-post-data vc_gitem-post-data-source-post_excerpt" ><p style="text-align: left" ><p>Frye Regional Medical Center, a Duke LifePoint hospital, celebrated the major renovation and modernization project of its sixth-floor Inpatient Rehabilitation Unit on Tuesday, April 15. 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As a part&hellip;</p> </p></div><div class="vc_btn3-container vc_btn3-left"><a class="vc_general vc_btn3 vc_btn3-size-md vc_btn3-shape-rounded vc_btn3-style-flat vc_btn3-color-juicy-pink" a href="https://whky.com/highway-patrol-requesting-citizens-input-as-part-of-accreditation-process/" class="vc_gitem-link vc_general vc_btn3 vc_general vc_btn3 vc_btn3-size-md vc_btn3-shape-rounded vc_btn3-style-flat vc_btn3-color-juicy-pink" title="Read more">Read more</a></div></div></div></div></div></div><div class="vc_clearfix"></div></div><div class="vc_grid-item vc_clearfix vc_col-sm-3 vc_grid-item-zone-c-bottom"><div class="vc_grid-item-mini vc_clearfix "><div class="vc_gitem-animated-block" ><div class="vc_gitem-zone vc_gitem-zone-a vc-gitem-zone-height-mode-auto vc-gitem-zone-height-mode-auto-1-1 vc_gitem-is-link" style="background-image: url('https://whky.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/04/Hickory-Photo-by-Jeff-Yount-041525-665x1024.jpg') !important;"><a href="https://whky.com/hickory-wins-excellence-in-communications-award/" title="Hickory Wins Excellence in Communications Award" class="vc_gitem-link vc-zone-link" ></a><img class="vc_gitem-zone-img" src="https://whky.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/04/Hickory-Photo-by-Jeff-Yount-041525-665x1024.jpg" alt="Hickory Wins Excellence in Communications Award" loading="lazy"><div class="vc_gitem-zone-mini"></div></div></div><div class="vc_gitem-zone vc_gitem-zone-c vc_custom_1419240516480"><div class="vc_gitem-zone-mini"><div class="vc_gitem_row vc_row vc_gitem-row-position-top"><div class="vc_col-sm-12 vc_gitem-col vc_gitem-col-align-"><div class="vc_custom_heading vc_gitem-post-data vc_gitem-post-data-source-post_title" ><h4 style="text-align: left" >Hickory Wins Excellence in Communications Award</h4></div><div class="vc_custom_heading vc_gitem-post-data vc_gitem-post-data-source-post_excerpt" ><p style="text-align: left" ><p>The City of Hickory was among 27 North Carolina jurisdictions to earn recognition in the North Carolina City &amp; County Communicators 2025 Excellence in Communications Awards. Hickory won a second-place&hellip;</p> </p></div><div class="vc_btn3-container vc_btn3-left"><a class="vc_general vc_btn3 vc_btn3-size-md vc_btn3-shape-rounded vc_btn3-style-flat vc_btn3-color-juicy-pink" a href="https://whky.com/hickory-wins-excellence-in-communications-award/" class="vc_gitem-link vc_general vc_btn3 vc_general vc_btn3 vc_btn3-size-md vc_btn3-shape-rounded vc_btn3-style-flat vc_btn3-color-juicy-pink" title="Read more">Read more</a></div></div></div></div></div></div><div class="vc_clearfix"></div></div><div class="vc_grid-item vc_clearfix vc_col-sm-3 vc_grid-item-zone-c-bottom"><div class="vc_grid-item-mini vc_clearfix "><div class="vc_gitem-animated-block" ><div class="vc_gitem-zone vc_gitem-zone-a vc-gitem-zone-height-mode-auto vc-gitem-zone-height-mode-auto-1-1 vc_gitem-is-link" style="background-image: url('https://whky.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/04/McGee-Dr-Summer-041525.jpg') !important;"><a href="https://whky.com/new-president-chosen-at-lenoir-rhyne/" title="New President Chosen at Lenoir-Rhyne" class="vc_gitem-link vc-zone-link" ></a><img class="vc_gitem-zone-img" src="https://whky.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/04/McGee-Dr-Summer-041525.jpg" alt="New President Chosen at Lenoir-Rhyne" loading="lazy"><div class="vc_gitem-zone-mini"></div></div></div><div class="vc_gitem-zone vc_gitem-zone-c vc_custom_1419240516480"><div class="vc_gitem-zone-mini"><div class="vc_gitem_row vc_row vc_gitem-row-position-top"><div class="vc_col-sm-12 vc_gitem-col vc_gitem-col-align-"><div class="vc_custom_heading vc_gitem-post-data vc_gitem-post-data-source-post_title" ><h4 style="text-align: left" >New President Chosen at Lenoir-Rhyne</h4></div><div class="vc_custom_heading vc_gitem-post-data vc_gitem-post-data-source-post_excerpt" ><p style="text-align: left" ><p>Lenoir-Rhyne University has selected Summer McGee, Ph.D, as the institution’s 13th president. 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Dr. McGee will succeed&hellip;</p> </p></div><div class="vc_btn3-container vc_btn3-left"><a class="vc_general vc_btn3 vc_btn3-size-md vc_btn3-shape-rounded vc_btn3-style-flat vc_btn3-color-juicy-pink" a href="https://whky.com/new-president-chosen-at-lenoir-rhyne/" class="vc_gitem-link vc_general vc_btn3 vc_general vc_btn3 vc_btn3-size-md vc_btn3-shape-rounded vc_btn3-style-flat vc_btn3-color-juicy-pink" title="Read more">Read more</a></div></div></div></div></div></div><div class="vc_clearfix"></div></div><div class="vc_grid-item vc_clearfix vc_col-sm-3 vc_grid-item-zone-c-bottom"><div class="vc_grid-item-mini vc_clearfix "><div class="vc_gitem-animated-block" ><div class="vc_gitem-zone vc_gitem-zone-a vc-gitem-zone-height-mode-auto vc-gitem-zone-height-mode-auto-1-1 vc_gitem-is-link" style="background-image: url('https://whky.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/04/Important-Tax-Dates-For-2025-Pic-041525.jpg') !important;"><a href="https://whky.com/today-is-tax-day-n-c-residents-have-more-time-to-file/" title="Today Is Tax Day, N.C. 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Residents Have More Time To File</h4></div><div class="vc_custom_heading vc_gitem-post-data vc_gitem-post-data-source-post_excerpt" ><p style="text-align: left" ><p>Tax Day, which falls annually on this date, (April 15) is usually the deadline for most people across the United States to file and pay both their federal and state&hellip;</p> </p></div><div class="vc_btn3-container vc_btn3-left"><a class="vc_general vc_btn3 vc_btn3-size-md vc_btn3-shape-rounded vc_btn3-style-flat vc_btn3-color-juicy-pink" a href="https://whky.com/today-is-tax-day-n-c-residents-have-more-time-to-file/" class="vc_gitem-link vc_general vc_btn3 vc_general vc_btn3 vc_btn3-size-md vc_btn3-shape-rounded vc_btn3-style-flat vc_btn3-color-juicy-pink" title="Read more">Read more</a></div></div></div></div></div></div><div class="vc_clearfix"></div></div><div class="vc_grid-item vc_clearfix vc_col-sm-3 vc_grid-item-zone-c-bottom"><div class="vc_grid-item-mini vc_clearfix "><div class="vc_gitem-animated-block" ><div class="vc_gitem-zone vc_gitem-zone-a vc-gitem-zone-height-mode-auto vc-gitem-zone-height-mode-auto-1-1 vc_gitem-is-link" style="background-image: url('https://whky.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/01/NCDOJ-Seal-011122.jpg') !important;"><a href="https://whky.com/n-c-attorney-general-among-several-ags-to-warn-voice-providers-regarding-robocalls/" title="N.C. Attorney General Among Several AGs To Warn Voice Providers Regarding Robocalls" class="vc_gitem-link vc-zone-link" ></a><img class="vc_gitem-zone-img" src="https://whky.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/01/NCDOJ-Seal-011122.jpg" alt="N.C. Attorney General Among Several AGs To Warn Voice Providers Regarding Robocalls" loading="lazy"><div class="vc_gitem-zone-mini"></div></div></div><div class="vc_gitem-zone vc_gitem-zone-c vc_custom_1419240516480"><div class="vc_gitem-zone-mini"><div class="vc_gitem_row vc_row vc_gitem-row-position-top"><div class="vc_col-sm-12 vc_gitem-col vc_gitem-col-align-"><div class="vc_custom_heading vc_gitem-post-data vc_gitem-post-data-source-post_title" ><h4 style="text-align: left" >N.C. Attorney General Among Several AGs To Warn Voice Providers Regarding Robocalls</h4></div><div class="vc_custom_heading vc_gitem-post-data vc_gitem-post-data-source-post_excerpt" ><p style="text-align: left" ><p>Last week, Attorney General Jeff Jackson led the 51 bipartisan Attorneys General of the Anti-Robocall Multistate Litigation Task Force in sending letters notifying nine voice service providers that they may&hellip;</p> </p></div><div class="vc_btn3-container vc_btn3-left"><a class="vc_general vc_btn3 vc_btn3-size-md vc_btn3-shape-rounded vc_btn3-style-flat vc_btn3-color-juicy-pink" a href="https://whky.com/n-c-attorney-general-among-several-ags-to-warn-voice-providers-regarding-robocalls/" class="vc_gitem-link vc_general vc_btn3 vc_general vc_btn3 vc_btn3-size-md vc_btn3-shape-rounded vc_btn3-style-flat vc_btn3-color-juicy-pink" title="Read more">Read more</a></div></div></div></div></div></div><div class="vc_clearfix"></div></div><div class="vc_grid-item vc_clearfix vc_col-sm-3 vc_grid-item-zone-c-bottom"><div class="vc_grid-item-mini vc_clearfix "><div class="vc_gitem-animated-block" ><div class="vc_gitem-zone vc_gitem-zone-a vc-gitem-zone-height-mode-auto vc-gitem-zone-height-mode-auto-1-1 vc_gitem-is-link" style="background-image: url('https://whky.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/04/Newton-Yard-Sale-Pic-041525-771x1024.png') !important;"><a href="https://whky.com/annual-spring-yard-sale-scheduled-in-newton/" title="Annual Spring Yard Sale Scheduled In Newton" class="vc_gitem-link vc-zone-link" ></a><img class="vc_gitem-zone-img" src="https://whky.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/04/Newton-Yard-Sale-Pic-041525-771x1024.png" alt="Annual Spring Yard Sale Scheduled In Newton" loading="lazy"><div class="vc_gitem-zone-mini"></div></div></div><div class="vc_gitem-zone vc_gitem-zone-c vc_custom_1419240516480"><div class="vc_gitem-zone-mini"><div class="vc_gitem_row vc_row vc_gitem-row-position-top"><div class="vc_col-sm-12 vc_gitem-col vc_gitem-col-align-"><div class="vc_custom_heading vc_gitem-post-data vc_gitem-post-data-source-post_title" ><h4 style="text-align: left" >Annual Spring Yard Sale Scheduled In Newton</h4></div><div class="vc_custom_heading vc_gitem-post-data vc_gitem-post-data-source-post_excerpt" ><p style="text-align: left" ><p>The City of Newton Parks &amp; Recreation Department announced the return of its annual Spring Yard Sale, &#8220;Rags to Riches&#8221; set to take place on Saturday, April 26, from 7:00&hellip;</p> </p></div><div class="vc_btn3-container vc_btn3-left"><a class="vc_general vc_btn3 vc_btn3-size-md vc_btn3-shape-rounded vc_btn3-style-flat vc_btn3-color-juicy-pink" a href="https://whky.com/annual-spring-yard-sale-scheduled-in-newton/" class="vc_gitem-link vc_general vc_btn3 vc_general vc_btn3 vc_btn3-size-md vc_btn3-shape-rounded vc_btn3-style-flat vc_btn3-color-juicy-pink" title="Read more">Read more</a></div></div></div></div></div></div><div class="vc_clearfix"></div></div><div class="vc_grid-item vc_clearfix vc_col-sm-3 vc_grid-item-zone-c-bottom"><div class="vc_grid-item-mini vc_clearfix "><div class="vc_gitem-animated-block" ><div class="vc_gitem-zone vc_gitem-zone-a vc-gitem-zone-height-mode-auto vc-gitem-zone-height-mode-auto-1-1 vc_gitem-is-link" style="background-image: url('https://whky.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/04/Martin-Luther-King-Jr-Center-Lenoir-041525.jpg') !important;"><a href="https://whky.com/lenoir-recreation-center-reopens/" title="Lenoir Recreation Center Reopens" class="vc_gitem-link vc-zone-link" ></a><img class="vc_gitem-zone-img" src="https://whky.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/04/Martin-Luther-King-Jr-Center-Lenoir-041525.jpg" alt="Lenoir Recreation Center Reopens" loading="lazy"><div class="vc_gitem-zone-mini"></div></div></div><div class="vc_gitem-zone vc_gitem-zone-c vc_custom_1419240516480"><div class="vc_gitem-zone-mini"><div class="vc_gitem_row vc_row vc_gitem-row-position-top"><div class="vc_col-sm-12 vc_gitem-col vc_gitem-col-align-"><div class="vc_custom_heading vc_gitem-post-data vc_gitem-post-data-source-post_title" ><h4 style="text-align: left" >Lenoir Recreation Center Reopens</h4></div><div class="vc_custom_heading vc_gitem-post-data vc_gitem-post-data-source-post_excerpt" ><p style="text-align: left" ><p>The City of Lenoir Martin Luther King Jr. Center reopened at 8:00 a.m. Monday (April 14). City staff had to close the center to install a new floor, which is&hellip;</p> </p></div><div class="vc_btn3-container vc_btn3-left"><a class="vc_general vc_btn3 vc_btn3-size-md vc_btn3-shape-rounded vc_btn3-style-flat vc_btn3-color-juicy-pink" a href="https://whky.com/lenoir-recreation-center-reopens/" class="vc_gitem-link vc_general vc_btn3 vc_general vc_btn3 vc_btn3-size-md vc_btn3-shape-rounded vc_btn3-style-flat vc_btn3-color-juicy-pink" title="Read more">Read more</a></div></div></div></div></div></div><div class="vc_clearfix"></div></div><div class="vc_grid-item vc_clearfix vc_col-sm-3 vc_grid-item-zone-c-bottom"><div class="vc_grid-item-mini vc_clearfix "><div class="vc_gitem-animated-block" ><div class="vc_gitem-zone vc_gitem-zone-a vc-gitem-zone-height-mode-auto vc-gitem-zone-height-mode-auto-1-1 vc_gitem-is-link" style="background-image: url('https://whky.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/04/Newton-Arbor-Day-Pic-041525-1024x683.jpg') !important;"><a href="https://whky.com/newton-arbor-day-event-scheduled/" title="Newton Arbor Day Event Scheduled" class="vc_gitem-link vc-zone-link" ></a><img class="vc_gitem-zone-img" src="https://whky.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/04/Newton-Arbor-Day-Pic-041525-1024x683.jpg" alt="Newton Arbor Day Event Scheduled" loading="lazy"><div class="vc_gitem-zone-mini"></div></div></div><div class="vc_gitem-zone vc_gitem-zone-c vc_custom_1419240516480"><div class="vc_gitem-zone-mini"><div class="vc_gitem_row vc_row vc_gitem-row-position-top"><div class="vc_col-sm-12 vc_gitem-col vc_gitem-col-align-"><div class="vc_custom_heading vc_gitem-post-data vc_gitem-post-data-source-post_title" ><h4 style="text-align: left" >Newton Arbor Day Event Scheduled</h4></div><div class="vc_custom_heading vc_gitem-post-data vc_gitem-post-data-source-post_excerpt" ><p style="text-align: left" ><p>The City of Newton and the Newton City Tree Board invite the community to celebrate Arbor Day on Saturday, April 26, at 10 a.m. at Eastview Cemetery in Newton. This&hellip;</p> </p></div><div class="vc_btn3-container vc_btn3-left"><a class="vc_general vc_btn3 vc_btn3-size-md vc_btn3-shape-rounded vc_btn3-style-flat vc_btn3-color-juicy-pink" a href="https://whky.com/newton-arbor-day-event-scheduled/" class="vc_gitem-link vc_general vc_btn3 vc_general vc_btn3 vc_btn3-size-md vc_btn3-shape-rounded vc_btn3-style-flat vc_btn3-color-juicy-pink" title="Read more">Read more</a></div></div></div></div></div></div><div class="vc_clearfix"></div></div><div class="vc_grid-item vc_clearfix vc_col-sm-3 vc_grid-item-zone-c-bottom"><div class="vc_grid-item-mini vc_clearfix "><div class="vc_gitem-animated-block" ><div class="vc_gitem-zone vc_gitem-zone-a vc-gitem-zone-height-mode-auto vc-gitem-zone-height-mode-auto-1-1 vc_gitem-is-link" style="background-image: url('https://whky.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/04/Morganton-Electric-Dept-Logo-041425.jpg') !important;"><a href="https://whky.com/planned-power-outage-in-morganton-early-tuesday-morning/" title="Planned Power Outage in Morganton Early Tuesday Morning" class="vc_gitem-link vc-zone-link" ></a><img class="vc_gitem-zone-img" src="https://whky.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/04/Morganton-Electric-Dept-Logo-041425.jpg" alt="Planned Power Outage in Morganton Early Tuesday Morning" loading="lazy"><div class="vc_gitem-zone-mini"></div></div></div><div class="vc_gitem-zone vc_gitem-zone-c vc_custom_1419240516480"><div class="vc_gitem-zone-mini"><div class="vc_gitem_row vc_row vc_gitem-row-position-top"><div class="vc_col-sm-12 vc_gitem-col vc_gitem-col-align-"><div class="vc_custom_heading vc_gitem-post-data vc_gitem-post-data-source-post_title" ><h4 style="text-align: left" >Planned Power Outage in Morganton Early Tuesday Morning</h4></div><div class="vc_custom_heading vc_gitem-post-data vc_gitem-post-data-source-post_excerpt" ><p style="text-align: left" ><p>City of Morganton electric customers on Jamestown Road from the Sheetz store to the B.P. gas station near Interstate 40 will experience a brief power outage at 1 a.m. Tuesday&hellip;</p> </p></div><div class="vc_btn3-container vc_btn3-left"><a class="vc_general vc_btn3 vc_btn3-size-md vc_btn3-shape-rounded vc_btn3-style-flat vc_btn3-color-juicy-pink" a href="https://whky.com/planned-power-outage-in-morganton-early-tuesday-morning/" class="vc_gitem-link vc_general vc_btn3 vc_general vc_btn3 vc_btn3-size-md vc_btn3-shape-rounded vc_btn3-style-flat vc_btn3-color-juicy-pink" title="Read more">Read more</a></div></div></div></div></div></div><div class="vc_clearfix"></div></div><div class="vc_grid-item vc_clearfix vc_col-sm-3 vc_grid-item-zone-c-bottom"><div class="vc_grid-item-mini vc_clearfix "><div class="vc_gitem-animated-block" ><div class="vc_gitem-zone vc_gitem-zone-a vc-gitem-zone-height-mode-auto vc-gitem-zone-height-mode-auto-1-1 vc_gitem-is-link" style="background-image: url('https://whky.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/07/NCDHHS-Logo-071624.jpg') !important;"><a href="https://whky.com/ncdhhs-offers-tips-to-avoid-tick-mosquito-borne-diseases/" title="NCDHHS Offers Tips To Avoid Tick &#038; Mosquito Borne Diseases" class="vc_gitem-link vc-zone-link" ></a><img class="vc_gitem-zone-img" src="https://whky.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/07/NCDHHS-Logo-071624.jpg" alt="NCDHHS Offers Tips To Avoid Tick & Mosquito Borne Diseases" loading="lazy"><div class="vc_gitem-zone-mini"></div></div></div><div class="vc_gitem-zone vc_gitem-zone-c vc_custom_1419240516480"><div class="vc_gitem-zone-mini"><div class="vc_gitem_row vc_row vc_gitem-row-position-top"><div class="vc_col-sm-12 vc_gitem-col vc_gitem-col-align-"><div class="vc_custom_heading vc_gitem-post-data vc_gitem-post-data-source-post_title" ><h4 style="text-align: left" >NCDHHS Offers Tips To Avoid Tick &#038; Mosquito Borne Diseases</h4></div><div class="vc_custom_heading vc_gitem-post-data vc_gitem-post-data-source-post_excerpt" ><p style="text-align: left" ><p>As warmer weather approaches, the North Carolina Department of Health and Human Services (NCDHHS) is urging North Carolinians to &#8220;Fight the Bite&#8221; by taking measures to reduce their risk of&hellip;</p> </p></div><div class="vc_btn3-container vc_btn3-left"><a class="vc_general vc_btn3 vc_btn3-size-md vc_btn3-shape-rounded vc_btn3-style-flat vc_btn3-color-juicy-pink" a href="https://whky.com/ncdhhs-offers-tips-to-avoid-tick-mosquito-borne-diseases/" class="vc_gitem-link vc_general vc_btn3 vc_general vc_btn3 vc_btn3-size-md vc_btn3-shape-rounded vc_btn3-style-flat vc_btn3-color-juicy-pink" title="Read more">Read more</a></div></div></div></div></div></div><div class="vc_clearfix"></div></div><div class="vc_grid-item vc_clearfix vc_col-sm-3 vc_grid-item-zone-c-bottom"><div class="vc_grid-item-mini vc_clearfix "><div class="vc_gitem-animated-block" ><div class="vc_gitem-zone vc_gitem-zone-a vc-gitem-zone-height-mode-auto vc-gitem-zone-height-mode-auto-1-1 vc_gitem-is-link" style="background-image: url('https://whky.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/05/Morganton-Public-Safety-logo-051424.jpg') !important;"><a href="https://whky.com/morganton-public-safety-warns-of-scam/" title="Morganton Public Safety Warns Of Scam" class="vc_gitem-link vc-zone-link" ></a><img class="vc_gitem-zone-img" src="https://whky.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/05/Morganton-Public-Safety-logo-051424.jpg" alt="Morganton Public Safety Warns Of Scam" loading="lazy"><div class="vc_gitem-zone-mini"></div></div></div><div class="vc_gitem-zone vc_gitem-zone-c vc_custom_1419240516480"><div class="vc_gitem-zone-mini"><div class="vc_gitem_row vc_row vc_gitem-row-position-top"><div class="vc_col-sm-12 vc_gitem-col vc_gitem-col-align-"><div class="vc_custom_heading vc_gitem-post-data vc_gitem-post-data-source-post_title" ><h4 style="text-align: left" >Morganton Public Safety Warns Of Scam</h4></div><div class="vc_custom_heading vc_gitem-post-data vc_gitem-post-data-source-post_excerpt" ><p style="text-align: left" ><p>The Morganton Department of Public Safety has recently received multiple reports of scams targeting local residents. The scams come through various forms, some of which include phone calls, text messages,&hellip;</p> </p></div><div class="vc_btn3-container vc_btn3-left"><a class="vc_general vc_btn3 vc_btn3-size-md vc_btn3-shape-rounded vc_btn3-style-flat vc_btn3-color-juicy-pink" a href="https://whky.com/morganton-public-safety-warns-of-scam/" class="vc_gitem-link vc_general vc_btn3 vc_general vc_btn3 vc_btn3-size-md vc_btn3-shape-rounded vc_btn3-style-flat vc_btn3-color-juicy-pink" title="Read more">Read more</a></div></div></div></div></div></div><div class="vc_clearfix"></div></div><div class="vc_grid-item vc_clearfix vc_col-sm-3 vc_grid-item-zone-c-bottom"><div class="vc_grid-item-mini vc_clearfix "><div class="vc_gitem-animated-block" ><div class="vc_gitem-zone vc_gitem-zone-a vc-gitem-zone-height-mode-auto vc-gitem-zone-height-mode-auto-1-1 vc_gitem-is-link" style="background-image: url('https://whky.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/04/Photo-from-Caldwell-County-Event-Honoring-People-Industry-041425-1024x1024.png') !important;"><a href="https://whky.com/caldwell-county-honors-industries-individuals-at-recent-event/" title="Caldwell County Honors Industries &#038; Individuals At Recent Event" class="vc_gitem-link vc-zone-link" ></a><img class="vc_gitem-zone-img" src="https://whky.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/04/Photo-from-Caldwell-County-Event-Honoring-People-Industry-041425-1024x1024.png" alt="Caldwell County Honors Industries & Individuals At Recent Event" loading="lazy"><div class="vc_gitem-zone-mini"></div></div></div><div class="vc_gitem-zone vc_gitem-zone-c vc_custom_1419240516480"><div class="vc_gitem-zone-mini"><div class="vc_gitem_row vc_row vc_gitem-row-position-top"><div class="vc_col-sm-12 vc_gitem-col vc_gitem-col-align-"><div class="vc_custom_heading vc_gitem-post-data vc_gitem-post-data-source-post_title" ><h4 style="text-align: left" >Caldwell County Honors Industries &#038; Individuals At Recent Event</h4></div><div class="vc_custom_heading vc_gitem-post-data vc_gitem-post-data-source-post_excerpt" ><p style="text-align: left" ><p>During the annual industry appreciation event, Caldwell County Economic Development celebrated the industries that are pivotal in driving economic growth. The event emphasized the importance of recognizing achievements, fostering collaboration,&hellip;</p> </p></div><div class="vc_btn3-container vc_btn3-left"><a class="vc_general vc_btn3 vc_btn3-size-md vc_btn3-shape-rounded vc_btn3-style-flat vc_btn3-color-juicy-pink" a href="https://whky.com/caldwell-county-honors-industries-individuals-at-recent-event/" class="vc_gitem-link vc_general vc_btn3 vc_general vc_btn3 vc_btn3-size-md vc_btn3-shape-rounded vc_btn3-style-flat vc_btn3-color-juicy-pink" title="Read more">Read more</a></div></div></div></div></div></div><div class="vc_clearfix"></div></div><div class="vc_grid-item vc_clearfix vc_col-sm-3 vc_grid-item-zone-c-bottom"><div class="vc_grid-item-mini vc_clearfix "><div class="vc_gitem-animated-block" ><div class="vc_gitem-zone vc_gitem-zone-a vc-gitem-zone-height-mode-auto vc-gitem-zone-height-mode-auto-1-1 vc_gitem-is-link" style="background-image: url('https://whky.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/09/Hickory-Logo-091324.jpg') !important;"><a href="https://whky.com/hickory-city-council-meets-tuesday-second-vote-on-speed-limit-reduction-scheduled/" title="Hickory City Council Meets Tuesday, Second Vote On Speed Limit Reduction Scheduled" class="vc_gitem-link vc-zone-link" ></a><img class="vc_gitem-zone-img" src="https://whky.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/09/Hickory-Logo-091324.jpg" alt="Hickory City Council Meets Tuesday, Second Vote On Speed Limit Reduction Scheduled" loading="lazy"><div class="vc_gitem-zone-mini"></div></div></div><div class="vc_gitem-zone vc_gitem-zone-c vc_custom_1419240516480"><div class="vc_gitem-zone-mini"><div class="vc_gitem_row vc_row vc_gitem-row-position-top"><div class="vc_col-sm-12 vc_gitem-col vc_gitem-col-align-"><div class="vc_custom_heading vc_gitem-post-data vc_gitem-post-data-source-post_title" ><h4 style="text-align: left" >Hickory City Council Meets Tuesday, Second Vote On Speed Limit Reduction Scheduled</h4></div><div class="vc_custom_heading vc_gitem-post-data vc_gitem-post-data-source-post_excerpt" ><p style="text-align: left" ><p>Hickory City Council meets in regular session Tuesday (April 15). Under Reaffirmation and Ratification of Second Readings is a Speed Limit Reduction to 25 mph Along 4th Street NW from&hellip;</p> </p></div><div class="vc_btn3-container vc_btn3-left"><a class="vc_general vc_btn3 vc_btn3-size-md vc_btn3-shape-rounded vc_btn3-style-flat vc_btn3-color-juicy-pink" a href="https://whky.com/hickory-city-council-meets-tuesday-second-vote-on-speed-limit-reduction-scheduled/" class="vc_gitem-link vc_general vc_btn3 vc_general vc_btn3 vc_btn3-size-md vc_btn3-shape-rounded vc_btn3-style-flat vc_btn3-color-juicy-pink" title="Read more">Read more</a></div></div></div></div></div></div><div class="vc_clearfix"></div></div><div class="vc_grid-item vc_clearfix vc_col-sm-3 vc_grid-item-zone-c-bottom"><div class="vc_grid-item-mini vc_clearfix "><div class="vc_gitem-animated-block" ><div class="vc_gitem-zone vc_gitem-zone-a vc-gitem-zone-height-mode-auto vc-gitem-zone-height-mode-auto-1-1 vc_gitem-is-link" style="background-image: url('https://whky.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/04/IMG_2812.jpeg') !important;"><a href="https://whky.com/second-suspect-charged-in-child-abuse-case/" title="Second Suspect Charged In Child Abuse Case" class="vc_gitem-link vc-zone-link" ></a><img class="vc_gitem-zone-img" src="https://whky.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/04/IMG_2812.jpeg" alt="Second Suspect Charged In Child Abuse Case" loading="lazy"><div class="vc_gitem-zone-mini"></div></div></div><div class="vc_gitem-zone vc_gitem-zone-c vc_custom_1419240516480"><div class="vc_gitem-zone-mini"><div class="vc_gitem_row vc_row vc_gitem-row-position-top"><div class="vc_col-sm-12 vc_gitem-col vc_gitem-col-align-"><div class="vc_custom_heading vc_gitem-post-data vc_gitem-post-data-source-post_title" ><h4 style="text-align: left" >Second Suspect Charged In Child Abuse Case</h4></div><div class="vc_custom_heading vc_gitem-post-data vc_gitem-post-data-source-post_excerpt" ><p style="text-align: left" ><p>A second suspect has been charged in connection to alleged incidents involving child abuse at a local preschool. 34-year-old Daisha Samone Williams has been arrested by Maiden Police and charged&hellip;</p> </p></div><div class="vc_btn3-container vc_btn3-left"><a class="vc_general vc_btn3 vc_btn3-size-md vc_btn3-shape-rounded vc_btn3-style-flat vc_btn3-color-juicy-pink" a href="https://whky.com/second-suspect-charged-in-child-abuse-case/" class="vc_gitem-link vc_general vc_btn3 vc_general vc_btn3 vc_btn3-size-md vc_btn3-shape-rounded vc_btn3-style-flat vc_btn3-color-juicy-pink" title="Read more">Read more</a></div></div></div></div></div></div><div class="vc_clearfix"></div></div><div class="vc_grid-item vc_clearfix vc_col-sm-3 vc_grid-item-zone-c-bottom"><div class="vc_grid-item-mini vc_clearfix "><div class="vc_gitem-animated-block" ><div class="vc_gitem-zone vc_gitem-zone-a vc-gitem-zone-height-mode-auto vc-gitem-zone-height-mode-auto-1-1 vc_gitem-is-link" style="background-image: url('https://whky.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/04/Carter-Perry-041025.jpg') !important;"><a href="https://whky.com/morganton-truck-driver-is-one-of-five-national-drivers-of-the-year/" title="Morganton Truck Driver is One of Five National Drivers of the Year" class="vc_gitem-link vc-zone-link" ></a><img class="vc_gitem-zone-img" src="https://whky.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/04/Carter-Perry-041025.jpg" alt="Morganton Truck Driver is One of Five National Drivers of the Year" loading="lazy"><div class="vc_gitem-zone-mini"></div></div></div><div class="vc_gitem-zone vc_gitem-zone-c vc_custom_1419240516480"><div class="vc_gitem-zone-mini"><div class="vc_gitem_row vc_row vc_gitem-row-position-top"><div class="vc_col-sm-12 vc_gitem-col vc_gitem-col-align-"><div class="vc_custom_heading vc_gitem-post-data vc_gitem-post-data-source-post_title" ><h4 style="text-align: left" >Morganton Truck Driver is One of Five National Drivers of the Year</h4></div><div class="vc_custom_heading vc_gitem-post-data vc_gitem-post-data-source-post_excerpt" ><p style="text-align: left" ><p>Perry Carter, a professional truck driver from Morganton, was recently named a Professional Driver of the Year by the Truckload Carriers Association (T.C.A.). Mr. Carter was awarded $20,000. He is&hellip;</p> </p></div><div class="vc_btn3-container vc_btn3-left"><a class="vc_general vc_btn3 vc_btn3-size-md vc_btn3-shape-rounded vc_btn3-style-flat vc_btn3-color-juicy-pink" a href="https://whky.com/morganton-truck-driver-is-one-of-five-national-drivers-of-the-year/" class="vc_gitem-link vc_general vc_btn3 vc_general vc_btn3 vc_btn3-size-md vc_btn3-shape-rounded vc_btn3-style-flat vc_btn3-color-juicy-pink" title="Read more">Read more</a></div></div></div></div></div></div><div class="vc_clearfix"></div></div><div class="vc_grid-item vc_clearfix vc_col-sm-3 vc_grid-item-zone-c-bottom"><div class="vc_grid-item-mini vc_clearfix "><div class="vc_gitem-animated-block" ><div class="vc_gitem-zone vc_gitem-zone-a vc-gitem-zone-height-mode-auto vc-gitem-zone-height-mode-auto-1-1 vc_gitem-is-link" style="background-image: url('https://whky.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/06/Alexander-County-Seal-062122.jpg') !important;"><a href="https://whky.com/alexander-county-officials-provide-water-project-update/" title="Alexander County Officials Provide Water Project Update" class="vc_gitem-link vc-zone-link" ></a><img class="vc_gitem-zone-img" src="https://whky.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/06/Alexander-County-Seal-062122.jpg" alt="Alexander County Officials Provide Water Project Update" loading="lazy"><div class="vc_gitem-zone-mini"></div></div></div><div class="vc_gitem-zone vc_gitem-zone-c vc_custom_1419240516480"><div class="vc_gitem-zone-mini"><div class="vc_gitem_row vc_row vc_gitem-row-position-top"><div class="vc_col-sm-12 vc_gitem-col vc_gitem-col-align-"><div class="vc_custom_heading vc_gitem-post-data vc_gitem-post-data-source-post_title" ><h4 style="text-align: left" >Alexander County Officials Provide Water Project Update</h4></div><div class="vc_custom_heading vc_gitem-post-data vc_gitem-post-data-source-post_excerpt" ><p style="text-align: left" ><p>Survey work for the Three Forks Church Road Water Project in Alexander County has been completed, and design development is currently underway at approximately 50% completion. It is anticipated that&hellip;</p> </p></div><div class="vc_btn3-container vc_btn3-left"><a class="vc_general vc_btn3 vc_btn3-size-md vc_btn3-shape-rounded vc_btn3-style-flat vc_btn3-color-juicy-pink" a href="https://whky.com/alexander-county-officials-provide-water-project-update/" class="vc_gitem-link vc_general vc_btn3 vc_general vc_btn3 vc_btn3-size-md vc_btn3-shape-rounded vc_btn3-style-flat vc_btn3-color-juicy-pink" title="Read more">Read more</a></div></div></div></div></div></div><div class="vc_clearfix"></div></div><div class="vc_grid-item vc_clearfix vc_col-sm-3 vc_grid-item-zone-c-bottom"><div class="vc_grid-item-mini vc_clearfix "><div class="vc_gitem-animated-block" ><div class="vc_gitem-zone vc_gitem-zone-a vc-gitem-zone-height-mode-auto vc-gitem-zone-height-mode-auto-1-1 vc_gitem-is-link" style="background-image: url('https://whky.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/04/Grandfather-Ranger-District-Map-041125.jpg') !important;"><a href="https://whky.com/wilson-creek-day-use-area-temporarily-closed/" title="Wilson Creek Day Use Area Temporarily Closed" class="vc_gitem-link vc-zone-link" ></a><img class="vc_gitem-zone-img" src="https://whky.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/04/Grandfather-Ranger-District-Map-041125.jpg" alt="Wilson Creek Day Use Area Temporarily Closed" loading="lazy"><div class="vc_gitem-zone-mini"></div></div></div><div class="vc_gitem-zone vc_gitem-zone-c vc_custom_1419240516480"><div class="vc_gitem-zone-mini"><div class="vc_gitem_row vc_row vc_gitem-row-position-top"><div class="vc_col-sm-12 vc_gitem-col vc_gitem-col-align-"><div class="vc_custom_heading vc_gitem-post-data vc_gitem-post-data-source-post_title" ><h4 style="text-align: left" >Wilson Creek Day Use Area Temporarily Closed</h4></div><div class="vc_custom_heading vc_gitem-post-data vc_gitem-post-data-source-post_excerpt" ><p style="text-align: left" ><p>The Grandfather Ranger District has temporarily closed the Wilson Creek Day Use Area on the Pisgah National Forest to ensure public safety and support storm recovery operations. The closure covers&hellip;</p> </p></div><div class="vc_btn3-container vc_btn3-left"><a class="vc_general vc_btn3 vc_btn3-size-md vc_btn3-shape-rounded vc_btn3-style-flat vc_btn3-color-juicy-pink" a href="https://whky.com/wilson-creek-day-use-area-temporarily-closed/" class="vc_gitem-link vc_general vc_btn3 vc_general vc_btn3 vc_btn3-size-md vc_btn3-shape-rounded vc_btn3-style-flat vc_btn3-color-juicy-pink" title="Read more">Read more</a></div></div></div></div></div></div><div class="vc_clearfix"></div></div><div class="vc_grid-item vc_clearfix vc_col-sm-3 vc_grid-item-zone-c-bottom"><div class="vc_grid-item-mini vc_clearfix "><div class="vc_gitem-animated-block" ><div class="vc_gitem-zone vc_gitem-zone-a vc-gitem-zone-height-mode-auto vc-gitem-zone-height-mode-auto-1-1 vc_gitem-is-link" style="background-image: url('https://whky.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/04/Work-Zone-Awareness-Graphic-041125.jpg') !important;"><a href="https://whky.com/governor-recognizes-work-zone-awareness-month/" title="Governor Recognizes Work Zone Awareness Month" class="vc_gitem-link vc-zone-link" ></a><img class="vc_gitem-zone-img" src="https://whky.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/04/Work-Zone-Awareness-Graphic-041125.jpg" alt="Governor Recognizes Work Zone Awareness Month" loading="lazy"><div class="vc_gitem-zone-mini"></div></div></div><div class="vc_gitem-zone vc_gitem-zone-c vc_custom_1419240516480"><div class="vc_gitem-zone-mini"><div class="vc_gitem_row vc_row vc_gitem-row-position-top"><div class="vc_col-sm-12 vc_gitem-col vc_gitem-col-align-"><div class="vc_custom_heading vc_gitem-post-data vc_gitem-post-data-source-post_title" ><h4 style="text-align: left" >Governor Recognizes Work Zone Awareness Month</h4></div><div class="vc_custom_heading vc_gitem-post-data vc_gitem-post-data-source-post_excerpt" ><p style="text-align: left" ><p>Drivers entering work zones need to obey posted speed limits, pay attention and avoid distractions. That’s the message state officials are sharing with people in North Carolina as Gov. Josh&hellip;</p> </p></div><div class="vc_btn3-container vc_btn3-left"><a class="vc_general vc_btn3 vc_btn3-size-md vc_btn3-shape-rounded vc_btn3-style-flat vc_btn3-color-juicy-pink" a href="https://whky.com/governor-recognizes-work-zone-awareness-month/" class="vc_gitem-link vc_general vc_btn3 vc_general vc_btn3 vc_btn3-size-md vc_btn3-shape-rounded vc_btn3-style-flat vc_btn3-color-juicy-pink" title="Read more">Read more</a></div></div></div></div></div></div><div class="vc_clearfix"></div></div><div class="vc_grid-item vc_clearfix vc_col-sm-3 vc_grid-item-zone-c-bottom"><div class="vc_grid-item-mini vc_clearfix "><div class="vc_gitem-animated-block" ><div class="vc_gitem-zone vc_gitem-zone-a vc-gitem-zone-height-mode-auto vc-gitem-zone-height-mode-auto-1-1 vc_gitem-is-link" style="background-image: url('https://whky.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/04/IMG_2756.jpeg') !important;"><a href="https://whky.com/life-sentence-imposed-in-burke-county-case-involving-murder-of-woman-unborn-child/" title="Life Sentence Imposed In Burke County Case Involving Murder Of Woman &#038; Unborn Child" class="vc_gitem-link vc-zone-link" ></a><img class="vc_gitem-zone-img" src="https://whky.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/04/IMG_2756.jpeg" alt="Life Sentence Imposed In Burke County Case Involving Murder Of Woman & Unborn Child" loading="lazy"><div class="vc_gitem-zone-mini"></div></div></div><div class="vc_gitem-zone vc_gitem-zone-c vc_custom_1419240516480"><div class="vc_gitem-zone-mini"><div class="vc_gitem_row vc_row vc_gitem-row-position-top"><div class="vc_col-sm-12 vc_gitem-col vc_gitem-col-align-"><div class="vc_custom_heading vc_gitem-post-data vc_gitem-post-data-source-post_title" ><h4 style="text-align: left" >Life Sentence Imposed In Burke County Case Involving Murder Of Woman &#038; Unborn Child</h4></div><div class="vc_custom_heading vc_gitem-post-data vc_gitem-post-data-source-post_excerpt" ><p style="text-align: left" ><p>A Morganton man will serve life in prison without parole after he was found guilty of second-degree murder and murder of an unborn child. The guilty verdict came at the&hellip;</p> </p></div><div class="vc_btn3-container vc_btn3-left"><a class="vc_general vc_btn3 vc_btn3-size-md vc_btn3-shape-rounded vc_btn3-style-flat vc_btn3-color-juicy-pink" a href="https://whky.com/life-sentence-imposed-in-burke-county-case-involving-murder-of-woman-unborn-child/" class="vc_gitem-link vc_general vc_btn3 vc_general vc_btn3 vc_btn3-size-md vc_btn3-shape-rounded vc_btn3-style-flat vc_btn3-color-juicy-pink" title="Read more">Read more</a></div></div></div></div></div></div><div class="vc_clearfix"></div></div><div class="vc_grid-item vc_clearfix vc_col-sm-3 vc_grid-item-zone-c-bottom"><div class="vc_grid-item-mini vc_clearfix "><div class="vc_gitem-animated-block" ><div class="vc_gitem-zone vc_gitem-zone-a vc-gitem-zone-height-mode-auto vc-gitem-zone-height-mode-auto-1-1 vc_gitem-is-link" style="background-image: url('https://whky.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/04/Kinston-Police-Badge-041025.jpg') !important;"><a href="https://whky.com/hickory-man-reportedly-stabbed-to-death-in-kinston-n-c/" title="Hickory Man Reportedly Stabbed To Death In Kinston, N.C." class="vc_gitem-link vc-zone-link" ></a><img class="vc_gitem-zone-img" src="https://whky.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/04/Kinston-Police-Badge-041025.jpg" alt="Hickory Man Reportedly Stabbed To Death In Kinston, N.C." loading="lazy"><div class="vc_gitem-zone-mini"></div></div></div><div class="vc_gitem-zone vc_gitem-zone-c vc_custom_1419240516480"><div class="vc_gitem-zone-mini"><div class="vc_gitem_row vc_row vc_gitem-row-position-top"><div class="vc_col-sm-12 vc_gitem-col vc_gitem-col-align-"><div class="vc_custom_heading vc_gitem-post-data vc_gitem-post-data-source-post_title" ><h4 style="text-align: left" >Hickory Man Reportedly Stabbed To Death In Kinston, N.C.</h4></div><div class="vc_custom_heading vc_gitem-post-data vc_gitem-post-data-source-post_excerpt" ><p style="text-align: left" ><p>According to our news partner WACB, a Hickory man was stabbed to death in Kinston, North Carolina. The incident occurred Wednesday morning (April 9). The victim is 45-year-old Bradly Brady,&hellip;</p> </p></div><div class="vc_btn3-container vc_btn3-left"><a class="vc_general vc_btn3 vc_btn3-size-md vc_btn3-shape-rounded vc_btn3-style-flat vc_btn3-color-juicy-pink" a href="https://whky.com/hickory-man-reportedly-stabbed-to-death-in-kinston-n-c/" class="vc_gitem-link vc_general vc_btn3 vc_general vc_btn3 vc_btn3-size-md vc_btn3-shape-rounded vc_btn3-style-flat vc_btn3-color-juicy-pink" title="Read more">Read more</a></div></div></div></div></div></div><div class="vc_clearfix"></div></div><div class="vc_grid-item vc_clearfix vc_col-sm-3 vc_grid-item-zone-c-bottom"><div class="vc_grid-item-mini vc_clearfix "><div class="vc_gitem-animated-block" ><div class="vc_gitem-zone vc_gitem-zone-a vc-gitem-zone-height-mode-auto vc-gitem-zone-height-mode-auto-1-1 vc_gitem-is-link" style="background-image: url('https://whky.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/04/Unemployment-Rates-Fall-Graphic-041025.jpg') !important;"><a href="https://whky.com/unemployment-rates-fall-across-hickory-metro/" title="Unemployment Rates Fall Across Hickory Metro" class="vc_gitem-link vc-zone-link" ></a><img class="vc_gitem-zone-img" src="https://whky.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/04/Unemployment-Rates-Fall-Graphic-041025.jpg" alt="Unemployment Rates Fall Across Hickory Metro" loading="lazy"><div class="vc_gitem-zone-mini"></div></div></div><div class="vc_gitem-zone vc_gitem-zone-c vc_custom_1419240516480"><div class="vc_gitem-zone-mini"><div class="vc_gitem_row vc_row vc_gitem-row-position-top"><div class="vc_col-sm-12 vc_gitem-col vc_gitem-col-align-"><div class="vc_custom_heading vc_gitem-post-data vc_gitem-post-data-source-post_title" ><h4 style="text-align: left" >Unemployment Rates Fall Across Hickory Metro</h4></div><div class="vc_custom_heading vc_gitem-post-data vc_gitem-post-data-source-post_excerpt" ><p style="text-align: left" ><p>Unemployment rates have decreased across the Hickory Metro and throughout much of the state, according to the latest update. The report was released Wednesday (April 9) by the North Carolina&hellip;</p> </p></div><div class="vc_btn3-container vc_btn3-left"><a class="vc_general vc_btn3 vc_btn3-size-md vc_btn3-shape-rounded vc_btn3-style-flat vc_btn3-color-juicy-pink" a href="https://whky.com/unemployment-rates-fall-across-hickory-metro/" class="vc_gitem-link vc_general vc_btn3 vc_general vc_btn3 vc_btn3-size-md vc_btn3-shape-rounded vc_btn3-style-flat vc_btn3-color-juicy-pink" title="Read more">Read more</a></div></div></div></div></div></div><div class="vc_clearfix"></div></div><div class="vc_grid-item vc_clearfix vc_col-sm-3 vc_grid-item-zone-c-bottom"><div class="vc_grid-item-mini vc_clearfix "><div class="vc_gitem-animated-block" ><div class="vc_gitem-zone vc_gitem-zone-a vc-gitem-zone-height-mode-auto vc-gitem-zone-height-mode-auto-1-1 vc_gitem-is-link" style="background-image: url('https://whky.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/07/NCDHHS-Logo-071624.jpg') !important;"><a href="https://whky.com/more-than-500-flu-related-deaths-reported-in-n-c-during-respiratory-virus-season/" title="More Than 500 Flu-Related Deaths Reported In N.C. During Respiratory Virus Season" class="vc_gitem-link vc-zone-link" ></a><img class="vc_gitem-zone-img" src="https://whky.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/07/NCDHHS-Logo-071624.jpg" alt="More Than 500 Flu-Related Deaths Reported In N.C. During Respiratory Virus Season" loading="lazy"><div class="vc_gitem-zone-mini"></div></div></div><div class="vc_gitem-zone vc_gitem-zone-c vc_custom_1419240516480"><div class="vc_gitem-zone-mini"><div class="vc_gitem_row vc_row vc_gitem-row-position-top"><div class="vc_col-sm-12 vc_gitem-col vc_gitem-col-align-"><div class="vc_custom_heading vc_gitem-post-data vc_gitem-post-data-source-post_title" ><h4 style="text-align: left" >More Than 500 Flu-Related Deaths Reported In N.C. During Respiratory Virus Season</h4></div><div class="vc_custom_heading vc_gitem-post-data vc_gitem-post-data-source-post_excerpt" ><p style="text-align: left" ><p>The North Carolina Department of Health and Human Services Wednesday (April 9) reported more than 500 flu-related deaths for the 2024-2025 respiratory virus season. This is the highest number of&hellip;</p> </p></div><div class="vc_btn3-container vc_btn3-left"><a class="vc_general vc_btn3 vc_btn3-size-md vc_btn3-shape-rounded vc_btn3-style-flat vc_btn3-color-juicy-pink" a href="https://whky.com/more-than-500-flu-related-deaths-reported-in-n-c-during-respiratory-virus-season/" class="vc_gitem-link vc_general vc_btn3 vc_general vc_btn3 vc_btn3-size-md vc_btn3-shape-rounded vc_btn3-style-flat vc_btn3-color-juicy-pink" title="Read more">Read more</a></div></div></div></div></div></div><div class="vc_clearfix"></div></div><div class="vc_grid-item vc_clearfix vc_col-sm-3 vc_grid-item-zone-c-bottom"><div class="vc_grid-item-mini vc_clearfix "><div class="vc_gitem-animated-block" ><div class="vc_gitem-zone vc_gitem-zone-a vc-gitem-zone-height-mode-auto vc-gitem-zone-height-mode-auto-1-1 vc_gitem-is-link" style="background-image: url('https://whky.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/04/Alexander-County-Training-Facility-Ribbon-Cutting-041025-801x1024.jpg') !important;"><a href="https://whky.com/ribbon-cutting-scheduled-for-new-emergency-services-training-facility/" title="Ribbon Cutting Scheduled For New Emergency Services Training Facility" class="vc_gitem-link vc-zone-link" ></a><img class="vc_gitem-zone-img" src="https://whky.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/04/Alexander-County-Training-Facility-Ribbon-Cutting-041025-801x1024.jpg" alt="Ribbon Cutting Scheduled For New Emergency Services Training Facility" loading="lazy"><div class="vc_gitem-zone-mini"></div></div></div><div class="vc_gitem-zone vc_gitem-zone-c vc_custom_1419240516480"><div class="vc_gitem-zone-mini"><div class="vc_gitem_row vc_row vc_gitem-row-position-top"><div class="vc_col-sm-12 vc_gitem-col vc_gitem-col-align-"><div class="vc_custom_heading vc_gitem-post-data vc_gitem-post-data-source-post_title" ><h4 style="text-align: left" >Ribbon Cutting Scheduled For New Emergency Services Training Facility</h4></div><div class="vc_custom_heading vc_gitem-post-data vc_gitem-post-data-source-post_excerpt" ><p style="text-align: left" ><p>The public is invited to a ribbon-cutting ceremony to celebrate the opening of the new Alexander County Emergency Services Training Facility. The ribbon cutting is set for Monday, April 14&hellip;</p> </p></div><div class="vc_btn3-container vc_btn3-left"><a class="vc_general vc_btn3 vc_btn3-size-md vc_btn3-shape-rounded vc_btn3-style-flat vc_btn3-color-juicy-pink" a href="https://whky.com/ribbon-cutting-scheduled-for-new-emergency-services-training-facility/" class="vc_gitem-link vc_general vc_btn3 vc_general vc_btn3 vc_btn3-size-md vc_btn3-shape-rounded vc_btn3-style-flat vc_btn3-color-juicy-pink" title="Read more">Read more</a></div></div></div></div></div></div><div class="vc_clearfix"></div></div><div class="vc_grid-item vc_clearfix vc_col-sm-3 vc_grid-item-zone-c-bottom"><div class="vc_grid-item-mini vc_clearfix "><div class="vc_gitem-animated-block" ><div class="vc_gitem-zone vc_gitem-zone-a vc-gitem-zone-height-mode-auto vc-gitem-zone-height-mode-auto-1-1 vc_gitem-is-link" style="background-image: url('https://whky.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/09/Fatal-Crash-Generic-News-Graphic-092722.jpg') !important;"><a href="https://whky.com/fatal-collision-reported-in-iredell-county/" title="Fatal Collision Reported in Iredell County" class="vc_gitem-link vc-zone-link" ></a><img class="vc_gitem-zone-img" src="https://whky.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/09/Fatal-Crash-Generic-News-Graphic-092722.jpg" alt="Fatal Collision Reported in Iredell County" loading="lazy"><div class="vc_gitem-zone-mini"></div></div></div><div class="vc_gitem-zone vc_gitem-zone-c vc_custom_1419240516480"><div class="vc_gitem-zone-mini"><div class="vc_gitem_row vc_row vc_gitem-row-position-top"><div class="vc_col-sm-12 vc_gitem-col vc_gitem-col-align-"><div class="vc_custom_heading vc_gitem-post-data vc_gitem-post-data-source-post_title" ><h4 style="text-align: left" >Fatal Collision Reported in Iredell County</h4></div><div class="vc_custom_heading vc_gitem-post-data vc_gitem-post-data-source-post_excerpt" ><p style="text-align: left" ><p>A man was killed in an Iredell County crash this morning (April 9). The deceased is 27-year-old Jared Quincey Nelson of Elkin. On Wednesday, April 9, at about 6:35 a.m.,&hellip;</p> </p></div><div class="vc_btn3-container vc_btn3-left"><a class="vc_general vc_btn3 vc_btn3-size-md vc_btn3-shape-rounded vc_btn3-style-flat vc_btn3-color-juicy-pink" a href="https://whky.com/fatal-collision-reported-in-iredell-county/" class="vc_gitem-link vc_general vc_btn3 vc_general vc_btn3 vc_btn3-size-md vc_btn3-shape-rounded vc_btn3-style-flat vc_btn3-color-juicy-pink" title="Read more">Read more</a></div></div></div></div></div></div><div class="vc_clearfix"></div></div><div class="vc_grid-item vc_clearfix vc_col-sm-3 vc_grid-item-zone-c-bottom"><div class="vc_grid-item-mini vc_clearfix "><div class="vc_gitem-animated-block" ><div class="vc_gitem-zone vc_gitem-zone-a vc-gitem-zone-height-mode-auto vc-gitem-zone-height-mode-auto-1-1 vc_gitem-is-link" style="background-image: url('https://whky.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/04/Humane-Society-Logo.jpg') !important;"><a href="https://whky.com/humane-society-executive-director-placed-on-administrative-leave/" title="Humane Society Executive Director Placed on Administrative Leave" class="vc_gitem-link vc-zone-link" ></a><img class="vc_gitem-zone-img" src="https://whky.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/04/Humane-Society-Logo.jpg" alt="Humane Society Executive Director Placed on Administrative Leave" loading="lazy"><div class="vc_gitem-zone-mini"></div></div></div><div class="vc_gitem-zone vc_gitem-zone-c vc_custom_1419240516480"><div class="vc_gitem-zone-mini"><div class="vc_gitem_row vc_row vc_gitem-row-position-top"><div class="vc_col-sm-12 vc_gitem-col vc_gitem-col-align-"><div class="vc_custom_heading vc_gitem-post-data vc_gitem-post-data-source-post_title" ><h4 style="text-align: left" >Humane Society Executive Director Placed on Administrative Leave</h4></div><div class="vc_custom_heading vc_gitem-post-data vc_gitem-post-data-source-post_excerpt" ><p style="text-align: left" ><p>On Wednesday April 9, the Humane Society of Catawba County announced that the Executive Director has been placed on administrative leave pending investigation. According to a press release from the&hellip;</p> </p></div><div class="vc_btn3-container vc_btn3-left"><a class="vc_general vc_btn3 vc_btn3-size-md vc_btn3-shape-rounded vc_btn3-style-flat vc_btn3-color-juicy-pink" a href="https://whky.com/humane-society-executive-director-placed-on-administrative-leave/" class="vc_gitem-link vc_general vc_btn3 vc_general vc_btn3 vc_btn3-size-md vc_btn3-shape-rounded vc_btn3-style-flat vc_btn3-color-juicy-pink" title="Read more">Read more</a></div></div></div></div></div></div><div class="vc_clearfix"></div></div><div class="vc_grid-item vc_clearfix vc_col-sm-3 vc_grid-item-zone-c-bottom"><div class="vc_grid-item-mini vc_clearfix "><div class="vc_gitem-animated-block" ><div class="vc_gitem-zone vc_gitem-zone-a vc-gitem-zone-height-mode-auto vc-gitem-zone-height-mode-auto-1-1 vc_gitem-is-link" style="background-image: url('https://whky.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/06/Alexander-County-Seal-062122.jpg') !important;"><a href="https://whky.com/county-initiated-rezoning-approved-by-alexander-commissioners/" title="County-Initiated Rezoning Approved By Alexander Commissioners" class="vc_gitem-link vc-zone-link" ></a><img class="vc_gitem-zone-img" src="https://whky.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/06/Alexander-County-Seal-062122.jpg" alt="County-Initiated Rezoning Approved By Alexander Commissioners" loading="lazy"><div class="vc_gitem-zone-mini"></div></div></div><div class="vc_gitem-zone vc_gitem-zone-c vc_custom_1419240516480"><div class="vc_gitem-zone-mini"><div class="vc_gitem_row vc_row vc_gitem-row-position-top"><div class="vc_col-sm-12 vc_gitem-col vc_gitem-col-align-"><div class="vc_custom_heading vc_gitem-post-data vc_gitem-post-data-source-post_title" ><h4 style="text-align: left" >County-Initiated Rezoning Approved By Alexander Commissioners</h4></div><div class="vc_custom_heading vc_gitem-post-data vc_gitem-post-data-source-post_excerpt" ><p style="text-align: left" ><p>At this week&#8217;s Alexander County Board of Commissioners meeting, the board approved county-initiated rezoning. Since the approval of the Alexander County Land Development Code in May 2024, Alexander County staff&hellip;</p> </p></div><div class="vc_btn3-container vc_btn3-left"><a class="vc_general vc_btn3 vc_btn3-size-md vc_btn3-shape-rounded vc_btn3-style-flat vc_btn3-color-juicy-pink" a href="https://whky.com/county-initiated-rezoning-approved-by-alexander-commissioners/" class="vc_gitem-link vc_general vc_btn3 vc_general vc_btn3 vc_btn3-size-md vc_btn3-shape-rounded vc_btn3-style-flat vc_btn3-color-juicy-pink" title="Read more">Read more</a></div></div></div></div></div></div><div class="vc_clearfix"></div></div><div class="vc_grid-item vc_clearfix vc_col-sm-3 vc_grid-item-zone-c-bottom"><div class="vc_grid-item-mini vc_clearfix "><div class="vc_gitem-animated-block" ><div class="vc_gitem-zone vc_gitem-zone-a vc-gitem-zone-height-mode-auto vc-gitem-zone-height-mode-auto-1-1 vc_gitem-is-link" style="background-image: url('https://whky.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/02/Catawba-County-New-Logo-031919.jpg') !important;"><a href="https://whky.com/catawba-county-commissioners-approve-funding-for-mobile-classrooms-at-two-schools/" title="Catawba County Commissioners Approve Funding For Mobile Classrooms At Two Schools" class="vc_gitem-link vc-zone-link" ></a><img class="vc_gitem-zone-img" src="https://whky.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/02/Catawba-County-New-Logo-031919.jpg" alt="Catawba County Commissioners Approve Funding For Mobile Classrooms At Two Schools" loading="lazy"><div class="vc_gitem-zone-mini"></div></div></div><div class="vc_gitem-zone vc_gitem-zone-c vc_custom_1419240516480"><div class="vc_gitem-zone-mini"><div class="vc_gitem_row vc_row vc_gitem-row-position-top"><div class="vc_col-sm-12 vc_gitem-col vc_gitem-col-align-"><div class="vc_custom_heading vc_gitem-post-data vc_gitem-post-data-source-post_title" ><h4 style="text-align: left" >Catawba County Commissioners Approve Funding For Mobile Classrooms At Two Schools</h4></div><div class="vc_custom_heading vc_gitem-post-data vc_gitem-post-data-source-post_excerpt" ><p style="text-align: left" ><p>The Catawba County Board of Commissioners met Monday (April 7) in regular session. There were multiple items presented at the meeting. Among the items on the consent agenda, the Finance&hellip;</p> </p></div><div class="vc_btn3-container vc_btn3-left"><a class="vc_general vc_btn3 vc_btn3-size-md vc_btn3-shape-rounded vc_btn3-style-flat vc_btn3-color-juicy-pink" a href="https://whky.com/catawba-county-commissioners-approve-funding-for-mobile-classrooms-at-two-schools/" class="vc_gitem-link vc_general vc_btn3 vc_general vc_btn3 vc_btn3-size-md vc_btn3-shape-rounded vc_btn3-style-flat vc_btn3-color-juicy-pink" title="Read more">Read more</a></div></div></div></div></div></div><div class="vc_clearfix"></div></div><div class="vc_grid-item vc_clearfix vc_col-sm-3 vc_grid-item-zone-c-bottom"><div class="vc_grid-item-mini vc_clearfix "><div class="vc_gitem-animated-block" ><div class="vc_gitem-zone vc_gitem-zone-a vc-gitem-zone-height-mode-auto vc-gitem-zone-height-mode-auto-1-1 vc_gitem-is-link" style="background-image: url('https://whky.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/04/Multimodal-Planning-Program-040925-1024x662.jpg') !important;"><a href="https://whky.com/alexander-county-awarded-grant-for-plan-to-enhance-transportation-for-pedestrians-cyclists-those-using-transit/" title="Alexander County Awarded Grant For Plan To Enhance Transportation For Pedestrians, Cyclists &#038; Transit Users" class="vc_gitem-link vc-zone-link" ></a><img class="vc_gitem-zone-img" src="https://whky.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/04/Multimodal-Planning-Program-040925-1024x662.jpg" alt="Alexander County Awarded Grant For Plan To Enhance Transportation For Pedestrians, Cyclists & Transit Users" loading="lazy"><div class="vc_gitem-zone-mini"></div></div></div><div class="vc_gitem-zone vc_gitem-zone-c vc_custom_1419240516480"><div class="vc_gitem-zone-mini"><div class="vc_gitem_row vc_row vc_gitem-row-position-top"><div class="vc_col-sm-12 vc_gitem-col vc_gitem-col-align-"><div class="vc_custom_heading vc_gitem-post-data vc_gitem-post-data-source-post_title" ><h4 style="text-align: left" >Alexander County Awarded Grant For Plan To Enhance Transportation For Pedestrians, Cyclists &#038; Transit Users</h4></div><div class="vc_custom_heading vc_gitem-post-data vc_gitem-post-data-source-post_excerpt" ><p style="text-align: left" ><p>Alexander County has been awarded a Multimodal Planning Grant from the North Carolina Department of Transportation (NCDOT) to develop a comprehensive Multimodal Network Plan. This plan will establish a clear&hellip;</p> </p></div><div class="vc_btn3-container vc_btn3-left"><a class="vc_general vc_btn3 vc_btn3-size-md vc_btn3-shape-rounded vc_btn3-style-flat vc_btn3-color-juicy-pink" a href="https://whky.com/alexander-county-awarded-grant-for-plan-to-enhance-transportation-for-pedestrians-cyclists-those-using-transit/" class="vc_gitem-link vc_general vc_btn3 vc_general vc_btn3 vc_btn3-size-md vc_btn3-shape-rounded vc_btn3-style-flat vc_btn3-color-juicy-pink" title="Read more">Read more</a></div></div></div></div></div></div><div class="vc_clearfix"></div></div><div class="vc_grid-item vc_clearfix vc_col-sm-3 vc_grid-item-zone-c-bottom"><div class="vc_grid-item-mini vc_clearfix "><div class="vc_gitem-animated-block" ><div class="vc_gitem-zone vc_gitem-zone-a vc-gitem-zone-height-mode-auto vc-gitem-zone-height-mode-auto-1-1 vc_gitem-is-link" style="background-image: url('https://whky.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/04/Household-Hazardous-Waste-Alexander-040925-1024x1024.jpg') !important;"><a href="https://whky.com/household-hazardous-waste-disposal-day-scheduled-in-alexander-county/" title="Household Hazardous Waste Disposal Day Scheduled In Alexander County" class="vc_gitem-link vc-zone-link" ></a><img class="vc_gitem-zone-img" src="https://whky.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/04/Household-Hazardous-Waste-Alexander-040925-1024x1024.jpg" alt="Household Hazardous Waste Disposal Day Scheduled In Alexander County" loading="lazy"><div class="vc_gitem-zone-mini"></div></div></div><div class="vc_gitem-zone vc_gitem-zone-c vc_custom_1419240516480"><div class="vc_gitem-zone-mini"><div class="vc_gitem_row vc_row vc_gitem-row-position-top"><div class="vc_col-sm-12 vc_gitem-col vc_gitem-col-align-"><div class="vc_custom_heading vc_gitem-post-data vc_gitem-post-data-source-post_title" ><h4 style="text-align: left" >Household Hazardous Waste Disposal Day Scheduled In Alexander County</h4></div><div class="vc_custom_heading vc_gitem-post-data vc_gitem-post-data-source-post_excerpt" ><p style="text-align: left" ><p>The biennial Alexander County Household Hazardous Waste and Document Destruction Day is scheduled for Saturday, May 3, from 8:00 a.m. to 12:00 noon in the County Administration parking lot. The&hellip;</p> </p></div><div class="vc_btn3-container vc_btn3-left"><a class="vc_general vc_btn3 vc_btn3-size-md vc_btn3-shape-rounded vc_btn3-style-flat vc_btn3-color-juicy-pink" a href="https://whky.com/household-hazardous-waste-disposal-day-scheduled-in-alexander-county/" class="vc_gitem-link vc_general vc_btn3 vc_general vc_btn3 vc_btn3-size-md vc_btn3-shape-rounded vc_btn3-style-flat vc_btn3-color-juicy-pink" title="Read more">Read more</a></div></div></div></div></div></div><div class="vc_clearfix"></div></div><div class="vc_grid-item vc_clearfix vc_col-sm-3 vc_grid-item-zone-c-bottom"><div class="vc_grid-item-mini vc_clearfix "><div class="vc_gitem-animated-block" ><div class="vc_gitem-zone vc_gitem-zone-a vc-gitem-zone-height-mode-auto vc-gitem-zone-height-mode-auto-1-1 vc_gitem-is-link" style="background-image: url('https://whky.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/12/Scam-Alert-News-Graphic-121520.jpg') !important;"><a href="https://whky.com/local-law-enforcement-agency-warns-of-scam-2/" title="Local Law Enforcement Agency Warns Of Scam" class="vc_gitem-link vc-zone-link" ></a><img class="vc_gitem-zone-img" src="https://whky.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/12/Scam-Alert-News-Graphic-121520.jpg" alt="Local Law Enforcement Agency Warns Of Scam" loading="lazy"><div class="vc_gitem-zone-mini"></div></div></div><div class="vc_gitem-zone vc_gitem-zone-c vc_custom_1419240516480"><div class="vc_gitem-zone-mini"><div class="vc_gitem_row vc_row vc_gitem-row-position-top"><div class="vc_col-sm-12 vc_gitem-col vc_gitem-col-align-"><div class="vc_custom_heading vc_gitem-post-data vc_gitem-post-data-source-post_title" ><h4 style="text-align: left" >Local Law Enforcement Agency Warns Of Scam</h4></div><div class="vc_custom_heading vc_gitem-post-data vc_gitem-post-data-source-post_excerpt" ><p style="text-align: left" ><p>Caldwell County Sheriff Kevin Bean is warning the public about a scam targeting families with loved ones in jail. Scammers (who usually identify themselves as an officer, most recently Sgt.&hellip;</p> </p></div><div class="vc_btn3-container vc_btn3-left"><a class="vc_general vc_btn3 vc_btn3-size-md vc_btn3-shape-rounded vc_btn3-style-flat vc_btn3-color-juicy-pink" a href="https://whky.com/local-law-enforcement-agency-warns-of-scam-2/" class="vc_gitem-link vc_general vc_btn3 vc_general vc_btn3 vc_btn3-size-md vc_btn3-shape-rounded vc_btn3-style-flat vc_btn3-color-juicy-pink" title="Read more">Read more</a></div></div></div></div></div></div><div class="vc_clearfix"></div></div><div class="vc_grid-item vc_clearfix vc_col-sm-3 vc_grid-item-zone-c-bottom"><div class="vc_grid-item-mini vc_clearfix "><div class="vc_gitem-animated-block" ><div class="vc_gitem-zone vc_gitem-zone-a vc-gitem-zone-height-mode-auto vc-gitem-zone-height-mode-auto-1-1 vc_gitem-is-link" style="background-image: url('https://whky.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/04/Spring-Litter-Sweep-2025-040925.jpg') !important;"><a href="https://whky.com/spring-litter-sweep-begins-later-this-week-in-n-c/" title="Spring Litter Sweep Begins Later This Week In N.C." class="vc_gitem-link vc-zone-link" ></a><img class="vc_gitem-zone-img" src="https://whky.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/04/Spring-Litter-Sweep-2025-040925.jpg" alt="Spring Litter Sweep Begins Later This Week In N.C." loading="lazy"><div class="vc_gitem-zone-mini"></div></div></div><div class="vc_gitem-zone vc_gitem-zone-c vc_custom_1419240516480"><div class="vc_gitem-zone-mini"><div class="vc_gitem_row vc_row vc_gitem-row-position-top"><div class="vc_col-sm-12 vc_gitem-col vc_gitem-col-align-"><div class="vc_custom_heading vc_gitem-post-data vc_gitem-post-data-source-post_title" ><h4 style="text-align: left" >Spring Litter Sweep Begins Later This Week In N.C.</h4></div><div class="vc_custom_heading vc_gitem-post-data vc_gitem-post-data-source-post_excerpt" ><p style="text-align: left" ><p>The N.C. Department of Transportation&#8217;s Spring Litter Sweep kicks off April 12 and runs through April 26. This biannual cleanup event invites residents across the state to bag litter and&hellip;</p> </p></div><div class="vc_btn3-container vc_btn3-left"><a class="vc_general vc_btn3 vc_btn3-size-md vc_btn3-shape-rounded vc_btn3-style-flat vc_btn3-color-juicy-pink" a href="https://whky.com/spring-litter-sweep-begins-later-this-week-in-n-c/" class="vc_gitem-link vc_general vc_btn3 vc_general vc_btn3 vc_btn3-size-md vc_btn3-shape-rounded vc_btn3-style-flat vc_btn3-color-juicy-pink" title="Read more">Read more</a></div></div></div></div></div></div><div class="vc_clearfix"></div></div><div class="vc_grid-item vc_clearfix vc_col-sm-3 vc_grid-item-zone-c-bottom"><div class="vc_grid-item-mini vc_clearfix "><div class="vc_gitem-animated-block" ><div class="vc_gitem-zone vc_gitem-zone-a vc-gitem-zone-height-mode-auto vc-gitem-zone-height-mode-auto-1-1 vc_gitem-is-link" style="background-image: url('https://whky.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/08/Interstate-77-Generic-Logo-081321.jpg') !important;"><a href="https://whky.com/road-closure-in-mooresville-delayed-until-next-week/" title="Road Closure in Mooresville Delayed Until Next Week" class="vc_gitem-link vc-zone-link" ></a><img class="vc_gitem-zone-img" src="https://whky.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/08/Interstate-77-Generic-Logo-081321.jpg" alt="Road Closure in Mooresville Delayed Until Next Week" loading="lazy"><div class="vc_gitem-zone-mini"></div></div></div><div class="vc_gitem-zone vc_gitem-zone-c vc_custom_1419240516480"><div class="vc_gitem-zone-mini"><div class="vc_gitem_row vc_row vc_gitem-row-position-top"><div class="vc_col-sm-12 vc_gitem-col vc_gitem-col-align-"><div class="vc_custom_heading vc_gitem-post-data vc_gitem-post-data-source-post_title" ><h4 style="text-align: left" >Road Closure in Mooresville Delayed Until Next Week</h4></div><div class="vc_custom_heading vc_gitem-post-data vc_gitem-post-data-source-post_excerpt" ><p style="text-align: left" ><p>A road closure in Iredell County that had been scheduled this week has been postponed. The N.C. 150 ramp closure in Mooresville is now set for just after midnight on&hellip;</p> </p></div><div class="vc_btn3-container vc_btn3-left"><a class="vc_general vc_btn3 vc_btn3-size-md vc_btn3-shape-rounded vc_btn3-style-flat vc_btn3-color-juicy-pink" a href="https://whky.com/road-closure-in-mooresville-delayed-until-next-week/" class="vc_gitem-link vc_general vc_btn3 vc_general vc_btn3 vc_btn3-size-md vc_btn3-shape-rounded vc_btn3-style-flat vc_btn3-color-juicy-pink" title="Read more">Read more</a></div></div></div></div></div></div><div class="vc_clearfix"></div></div><div class="vc_grid-item vc_clearfix vc_col-sm-3 vc_grid-item-zone-c-bottom"><div class="vc_grid-item-mini vc_clearfix "><div class="vc_gitem-animated-block" ><div class="vc_gitem-zone vc_gitem-zone-a vc-gitem-zone-height-mode-auto vc-gitem-zone-height-mode-auto-1-1 vc_gitem-is-link" style="background-image: url('https://whky.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/01/Fatal-Crash-Generic-Graphic-010623.jpg') !important;"><a href="https://whky.com/early-morning-crash-results-in-fatality/" title="Early Morning Crash Results In Fatality" class="vc_gitem-link vc-zone-link" ></a><img class="vc_gitem-zone-img" src="https://whky.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/01/Fatal-Crash-Generic-Graphic-010623.jpg" alt="Early Morning Crash Results In Fatality" loading="lazy"><div class="vc_gitem-zone-mini"></div></div></div><div class="vc_gitem-zone vc_gitem-zone-c vc_custom_1419240516480"><div class="vc_gitem-zone-mini"><div class="vc_gitem_row vc_row vc_gitem-row-position-top"><div class="vc_col-sm-12 vc_gitem-col vc_gitem-col-align-"><div class="vc_custom_heading vc_gitem-post-data vc_gitem-post-data-source-post_title" ><h4 style="text-align: left" >Early Morning Crash Results In Fatality</h4></div><div class="vc_custom_heading vc_gitem-post-data vc_gitem-post-data-source-post_excerpt" ><p style="text-align: left" ><p>A man was killed in a crash this morning (April 8) in Iredell County. The deceased is 26-year-old Justyn Jack Jenkins of Mooresville At approximately 3:00 a.m. today, the NC&hellip;</p> </p></div><div class="vc_btn3-container vc_btn3-left"><a class="vc_general vc_btn3 vc_btn3-size-md vc_btn3-shape-rounded vc_btn3-style-flat vc_btn3-color-juicy-pink" a href="https://whky.com/early-morning-crash-results-in-fatality/" class="vc_gitem-link vc_general vc_btn3 vc_general vc_btn3 vc_btn3-size-md vc_btn3-shape-rounded vc_btn3-style-flat vc_btn3-color-juicy-pink" title="Read more">Read more</a></div></div></div></div></div></div><div class="vc_clearfix"></div></div><div class="vc_grid-item vc_clearfix vc_col-sm-3 vc_grid-item-zone-c-bottom"><div class="vc_grid-item-mini vc_clearfix "><div class="vc_gitem-animated-block" ><div class="vc_gitem-zone vc_gitem-zone-a vc-gitem-zone-height-mode-auto vc-gitem-zone-height-mode-auto-1-1 vc_gitem-is-link" style="background-image: url('https://whky.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/04/Keselowski-Advanced-Pic-Two-040825.png') !important;"><a href="https://whky.com/economic-incentive-approved-for-area-company-new-jobs-expected/" title="Economic Incentive Approved For Area Company, New Jobs Expected" class="vc_gitem-link vc-zone-link" ></a><img class="vc_gitem-zone-img" src="https://whky.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/04/Keselowski-Advanced-Pic-Two-040825.png" alt="Economic Incentive Approved For Area Company, New Jobs Expected" loading="lazy"><div class="vc_gitem-zone-mini"></div></div></div><div class="vc_gitem-zone vc_gitem-zone-c vc_custom_1419240516480"><div class="vc_gitem-zone-mini"><div class="vc_gitem_row vc_row vc_gitem-row-position-top"><div class="vc_col-sm-12 vc_gitem-col vc_gitem-col-align-"><div class="vc_custom_heading vc_gitem-post-data vc_gitem-post-data-source-post_title" ><h4 style="text-align: left" >Economic Incentive Approved For Area Company, New Jobs Expected</h4></div><div class="vc_custom_heading vc_gitem-post-data vc_gitem-post-data-source-post_excerpt" ><p style="text-align: left" ><p>The Iredell County Board of Commissioners recently approved a $235,468 economic incentive for Keselowski Advanced Manufacturing. According to the Iredell Free News, the company is planning to make a $23&hellip;</p> </p></div><div class="vc_btn3-container vc_btn3-left"><a class="vc_general vc_btn3 vc_btn3-size-md vc_btn3-shape-rounded vc_btn3-style-flat vc_btn3-color-juicy-pink" a href="https://whky.com/economic-incentive-approved-for-area-company-new-jobs-expected/" class="vc_gitem-link vc_general vc_btn3 vc_general vc_btn3 vc_btn3-size-md vc_btn3-shape-rounded vc_btn3-style-flat vc_btn3-color-juicy-pink" title="Read more">Read more</a></div></div></div></div></div></div><div class="vc_clearfix"></div></div><div class="vc_grid-item vc_clearfix vc_col-sm-3 vc_grid-item-zone-c-bottom"><div class="vc_grid-item-mini vc_clearfix "><div class="vc_gitem-animated-block" ><div class="vc_gitem-zone vc_gitem-zone-a vc-gitem-zone-height-mode-auto vc-gitem-zone-height-mode-auto-1-1 vc_gitem-is-link" style="background-image: url('https://whky.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/04/Newton-Leaf-Compost-Pic-040825.jpg') !important;"><a href="https://whky.com/free-leaf-compost-available-to-newton-residents-later-this-week/" title="Free Leaf Compost Available To Newton Residents Later This Week" class="vc_gitem-link vc-zone-link" ></a><img class="vc_gitem-zone-img" src="https://whky.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/04/Newton-Leaf-Compost-Pic-040825.jpg" alt="Free Leaf Compost Available To Newton Residents Later This Week" loading="lazy"><div class="vc_gitem-zone-mini"></div></div></div><div class="vc_gitem-zone vc_gitem-zone-c vc_custom_1419240516480"><div class="vc_gitem-zone-mini"><div class="vc_gitem_row vc_row vc_gitem-row-position-top"><div class="vc_col-sm-12 vc_gitem-col vc_gitem-col-align-"><div class="vc_custom_heading vc_gitem-post-data vc_gitem-post-data-source-post_title" ><h4 style="text-align: left" >Free Leaf Compost Available To Newton Residents Later This Week</h4></div><div class="vc_custom_heading vc_gitem-post-data vc_gitem-post-data-source-post_excerpt" ><p style="text-align: left" ><p>The City of Newton will offer free leaf compost to the public starting this Thursday, April 10, at its Boston Road facility located at 1171 Boston Road. Residents and non-residents&hellip;</p> </p></div><div class="vc_btn3-container vc_btn3-left"><a class="vc_general vc_btn3 vc_btn3-size-md vc_btn3-shape-rounded vc_btn3-style-flat vc_btn3-color-juicy-pink" a href="https://whky.com/free-leaf-compost-available-to-newton-residents-later-this-week/" class="vc_gitem-link vc_general vc_btn3 vc_general vc_btn3 vc_btn3-size-md vc_btn3-shape-rounded vc_btn3-style-flat vc_btn3-color-juicy-pink" title="Read more">Read more</a></div></div></div></div></div></div><div class="vc_clearfix"></div></div><div class="vc_grid-item vc_clearfix vc_col-sm-3 vc_grid-item-zone-c-bottom"><div class="vc_grid-item-mini vc_clearfix "><div class="vc_gitem-animated-block" ><div class="vc_gitem-zone vc_gitem-zone-a vc-gitem-zone-height-mode-auto vc-gitem-zone-height-mode-auto-1-1 vc_gitem-is-link" style="background-image: url('https://whky.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/04/Caldwell-Debris-Removal-Pic-040825-1024x1024.png') !important;"><a href="https://whky.com/caldwell-county-residents-have-until-end-of-month-to-place-storm-debris-by-road/" title="Caldwell County Residents Have Until End Of Month To Place Storm Debris By Road" class="vc_gitem-link vc-zone-link" ></a><img class="vc_gitem-zone-img" src="https://whky.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/04/Caldwell-Debris-Removal-Pic-040825-1024x1024.png" alt="Caldwell County Residents Have Until End Of Month To Place Storm Debris By Road" loading="lazy"><div class="vc_gitem-zone-mini"></div></div></div><div class="vc_gitem-zone vc_gitem-zone-c vc_custom_1419240516480"><div class="vc_gitem-zone-mini"><div class="vc_gitem_row vc_row vc_gitem-row-position-top"><div class="vc_col-sm-12 vc_gitem-col vc_gitem-col-align-"><div class="vc_custom_heading vc_gitem-post-data vc_gitem-post-data-source-post_title" ><h4 style="text-align: left" >Caldwell County Residents Have Until End Of Month To Place Storm Debris By Road</h4></div><div class="vc_custom_heading vc_gitem-post-data vc_gitem-post-data-source-post_excerpt" ><p style="text-align: left" ><p>Caldwell County is making a final push to ensure right-of-way storm debris is removed by April 30. Residents who are still clearing storm debris from their property must have debris&hellip;</p> </p></div><div class="vc_btn3-container vc_btn3-left"><a class="vc_general vc_btn3 vc_btn3-size-md vc_btn3-shape-rounded vc_btn3-style-flat vc_btn3-color-juicy-pink" a href="https://whky.com/caldwell-county-residents-have-until-end-of-month-to-place-storm-debris-by-road/" class="vc_gitem-link vc_general vc_btn3 vc_general vc_btn3 vc_btn3-size-md vc_btn3-shape-rounded vc_btn3-style-flat vc_btn3-color-juicy-pink" title="Read more">Read more</a></div></div></div></div></div></div><div class="vc_clearfix"></div></div><div class="vc_grid-item vc_clearfix vc_col-sm-3 vc_grid-item-zone-c-bottom"><div class="vc_grid-item-mini vc_clearfix "><div class="vc_gitem-animated-block" ><div class="vc_gitem-zone vc_gitem-zone-a vc-gitem-zone-height-mode-auto vc-gitem-zone-height-mode-auto-1-1 vc_gitem-is-link" style="background-image: url('https://whky.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/04/Killian-and-Simpson-combo-040725.jpg') !important;"><a href="https://whky.com/two-arrested-on-multiple-counts-of-attempted-murder/" title="Two Arrested on Multiple Counts of Attempted Murder" class="vc_gitem-link vc-zone-link" ></a><img class="vc_gitem-zone-img" src="https://whky.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/04/Killian-and-Simpson-combo-040725.jpg" alt="Two Arrested on Multiple Counts of Attempted Murder" loading="lazy"><div class="vc_gitem-zone-mini"></div></div></div><div class="vc_gitem-zone vc_gitem-zone-c vc_custom_1419240516480"><div class="vc_gitem-zone-mini"><div class="vc_gitem_row vc_row vc_gitem-row-position-top"><div class="vc_col-sm-12 vc_gitem-col vc_gitem-col-align-"><div class="vc_custom_heading vc_gitem-post-data vc_gitem-post-data-source-post_title" ><h4 style="text-align: left" >Two Arrested on Multiple Counts of Attempted Murder</h4></div><div class="vc_custom_heading vc_gitem-post-data vc_gitem-post-data-source-post_excerpt" ><p style="text-align: left" ><p>20-year-old Garon Nathaniel Killian of Berkley Street S.W. in Lenoir and 18-year-old Kylee Latod Simpson of Liberty Church Road in Hickory were arrested by Hickory Police early Sunday morning (April&hellip;</p> </p></div><div class="vc_btn3-container vc_btn3-left"><a class="vc_general vc_btn3 vc_btn3-size-md vc_btn3-shape-rounded vc_btn3-style-flat vc_btn3-color-juicy-pink" a href="https://whky.com/two-arrested-on-multiple-counts-of-attempted-murder/" class="vc_gitem-link vc_general vc_btn3 vc_general vc_btn3 vc_btn3-size-md vc_btn3-shape-rounded vc_btn3-style-flat vc_btn3-color-juicy-pink" title="Read more">Read more</a></div></div></div></div></div></div><div class="vc_clearfix"></div></div><div class="vc_grid-item vc_clearfix vc_col-sm-3 vc_grid-item-zone-c-bottom"><div class="vc_grid-item-mini vc_clearfix "><div class="vc_gitem-animated-block" ><div class="vc_gitem-zone vc_gitem-zone-a vc-gitem-zone-height-mode-auto vc-gitem-zone-height-mode-auto-1-1 vc_gitem-is-link" style="background-image: url('https://whky.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/04/Jordan-Richard-Dean-040725.jpg') !important;"><a href="https://whky.com/doctor-arrested-by-alexander-county-authorities-on-child-porn-charges/" title="Doctor Arrested By Alexander County Authorities On Child Porn Charges" class="vc_gitem-link vc-zone-link" ></a><img class="vc_gitem-zone-img" src="https://whky.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/04/Jordan-Richard-Dean-040725.jpg" alt="Doctor Arrested By Alexander County Authorities On Child Porn Charges" loading="lazy"><div class="vc_gitem-zone-mini"></div></div></div><div class="vc_gitem-zone vc_gitem-zone-c vc_custom_1419240516480"><div class="vc_gitem-zone-mini"><div class="vc_gitem_row vc_row vc_gitem-row-position-top"><div class="vc_col-sm-12 vc_gitem-col vc_gitem-col-align-"><div class="vc_custom_heading vc_gitem-post-data vc_gitem-post-data-source-post_title" ><h4 style="text-align: left" >Doctor Arrested By Alexander County Authorities On Child Porn Charges</h4></div><div class="vc_custom_heading vc_gitem-post-data vc_gitem-post-data-source-post_excerpt" ><p style="text-align: left" ><p>31-year-old Richard Dean Jordan who lists a Hickory address but lives in the Bethlehem Community was arrested Friday (April 4) by Alexander County Sheriff&#8217;s Officers. According to our news partner&hellip;</p> </p></div><div class="vc_btn3-container vc_btn3-left"><a class="vc_general vc_btn3 vc_btn3-size-md vc_btn3-shape-rounded vc_btn3-style-flat vc_btn3-color-juicy-pink" a href="https://whky.com/doctor-arrested-by-alexander-county-authorities-on-child-porn-charges/" class="vc_gitem-link vc_general vc_btn3 vc_general vc_btn3 vc_btn3-size-md vc_btn3-shape-rounded vc_btn3-style-flat vc_btn3-color-juicy-pink" title="Read more">Read more</a></div></div></div></div></div></div><div class="vc_clearfix"></div></div><div class="vc_grid-item vc_clearfix vc_col-sm-3 vc_grid-item-zone-c-bottom"><div class="vc_grid-item-mini vc_clearfix "><div class="vc_gitem-animated-block" ><div class="vc_gitem-zone vc_gitem-zone-a vc-gitem-zone-height-mode-auto vc-gitem-zone-height-mode-auto-1-1 vc_gitem-is-link" style="background-image: url('https://whky.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/04/Child-Abuse-Prevention-Month-Pic-040725.jpg') !important;"><a href="https://whky.com/child-abuse-prevention-month-being-commemorated-locally/" title="Child Abuse Prevention Month Being Commemorated Locally" class="vc_gitem-link vc-zone-link" ></a><img class="vc_gitem-zone-img" src="https://whky.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/04/Child-Abuse-Prevention-Month-Pic-040725.jpg" alt="Child Abuse Prevention Month Being Commemorated Locally" loading="lazy"><div class="vc_gitem-zone-mini"></div></div></div><div class="vc_gitem-zone vc_gitem-zone-c vc_custom_1419240516480"><div class="vc_gitem-zone-mini"><div class="vc_gitem_row vc_row vc_gitem-row-position-top"><div class="vc_col-sm-12 vc_gitem-col vc_gitem-col-align-"><div class="vc_custom_heading vc_gitem-post-data vc_gitem-post-data-source-post_title" ><h4 style="text-align: left" >Child Abuse Prevention Month Being Commemorated Locally</h4></div><div class="vc_custom_heading vc_gitem-post-data vc_gitem-post-data-source-post_excerpt" ><p style="text-align: left" ><p>This month, the Alexander County Department of Social Services (DSS) joins Positive Childhood Alliance NC (PCANC) and other partners across North Carolina in amplifying a message of hope for strong&hellip;</p> </p></div><div class="vc_btn3-container vc_btn3-left"><a class="vc_general vc_btn3 vc_btn3-size-md vc_btn3-shape-rounded vc_btn3-style-flat vc_btn3-color-juicy-pink" a href="https://whky.com/child-abuse-prevention-month-being-commemorated-locally/" class="vc_gitem-link vc_general vc_btn3 vc_general vc_btn3 vc_btn3-size-md vc_btn3-shape-rounded vc_btn3-style-flat vc_btn3-color-juicy-pink" title="Read more">Read more</a></div></div></div></div></div></div><div class="vc_clearfix"></div></div><div class="vc_grid-item vc_clearfix vc_col-sm-3 vc_grid-item-zone-c-bottom"><div class="vc_grid-item-mini vc_clearfix "><div class="vc_gitem-animated-block" ><div class="vc_gitem-zone vc_gitem-zone-a vc-gitem-zone-height-mode-auto vc-gitem-zone-height-mode-auto-1-1 vc_gitem-is-link" style="background-image: url('https://whky.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/04/IMG_2636-1024x656.jpeg') !important;"><a href="https://whky.com/ground-broken-at-site-of-new-high-school/" title="Ground Broken At Site Of New High School" class="vc_gitem-link vc-zone-link" ></a><img class="vc_gitem-zone-img" src="https://whky.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/04/IMG_2636-1024x656.jpeg" alt="Ground Broken At Site Of New High School" loading="lazy"><div class="vc_gitem-zone-mini"></div></div></div><div class="vc_gitem-zone vc_gitem-zone-c vc_custom_1419240516480"><div class="vc_gitem-zone-mini"><div class="vc_gitem_row vc_row vc_gitem-row-position-top"><div class="vc_col-sm-12 vc_gitem-col vc_gitem-col-align-"><div class="vc_custom_heading vc_gitem-post-data vc_gitem-post-data-source-post_title" ><h4 style="text-align: left" >Ground Broken At Site Of New High School</h4></div><div class="vc_custom_heading vc_gitem-post-data vc_gitem-post-data-source-post_excerpt" ><p style="text-align: left" ><p>Officials in Iredell County broke ground Friday (April 4) on the future site of Weathers Creek High School. The school will be located at 246 Overcash Road in Troutman. School&hellip;</p> </p></div><div class="vc_btn3-container vc_btn3-left"><a class="vc_general vc_btn3 vc_btn3-size-md vc_btn3-shape-rounded vc_btn3-style-flat vc_btn3-color-juicy-pink" a href="https://whky.com/ground-broken-at-site-of-new-high-school/" class="vc_gitem-link vc_general vc_btn3 vc_general vc_btn3 vc_btn3-size-md vc_btn3-shape-rounded vc_btn3-style-flat vc_btn3-color-juicy-pink" title="Read more">Read more</a></div></div></div></div></div></div><div class="vc_clearfix"></div></div><div class="vc_grid-item vc_clearfix vc_col-sm-3 vc_grid-item-zone-c-bottom"><div class="vc_grid-item-mini vc_clearfix "><div class="vc_gitem-animated-block" ><div class="vc_gitem-zone vc_gitem-zone-a vc-gitem-zone-height-mode-auto vc-gitem-zone-height-mode-auto-1-1 vc_gitem-is-link" style="background-image: url('https://whky.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/04/IMG_2588.jpeg') !important;"><a href="https://whky.com/man-arrested-for-allegedly-waving-gun-in-store/" title="Man Arrested For Allegedly Waving Gun In Store" class="vc_gitem-link vc-zone-link" ></a><img class="vc_gitem-zone-img" src="https://whky.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/04/IMG_2588.jpeg" alt="Man Arrested For Allegedly Waving Gun In Store" loading="lazy"><div class="vc_gitem-zone-mini"></div></div></div><div class="vc_gitem-zone vc_gitem-zone-c vc_custom_1419240516480"><div class="vc_gitem-zone-mini"><div class="vc_gitem_row vc_row vc_gitem-row-position-top"><div class="vc_col-sm-12 vc_gitem-col vc_gitem-col-align-"><div class="vc_custom_heading vc_gitem-post-data vc_gitem-post-data-source-post_title" ><h4 style="text-align: left" >Man Arrested For Allegedly Waving Gun In Store</h4></div><div class="vc_custom_heading vc_gitem-post-data vc_gitem-post-data-source-post_excerpt" ><p style="text-align: left" ><p>29-year-old Mickey William Norton of Silver Street in Morganton was arrested Friday (April 4) by Morganton Public Safety Officers. He’s charged with misdemeanor going armed to the terror of the&hellip;</p> </p></div><div class="vc_btn3-container vc_btn3-left"><a class="vc_general vc_btn3 vc_btn3-size-md vc_btn3-shape-rounded vc_btn3-style-flat vc_btn3-color-juicy-pink" a href="https://whky.com/man-arrested-for-allegedly-waving-gun-in-store/" class="vc_gitem-link vc_general vc_btn3 vc_general vc_btn3 vc_btn3-size-md vc_btn3-shape-rounded vc_btn3-style-flat vc_btn3-color-juicy-pink" title="Read more">Read more</a></div></div></div></div></div></div><div class="vc_clearfix"></div></div><div class="vc_grid-item vc_clearfix vc_col-sm-3 vc_grid-item-zone-c-bottom"><div class="vc_grid-item-mini vc_clearfix "><div class="vc_gitem-animated-block" ><div class="vc_gitem-zone vc_gitem-zone-a vc-gitem-zone-height-mode-auto vc-gitem-zone-height-mode-auto-1-1 vc_gitem-is-link" style="background-image: url('https://whky.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/09/City-of-Hickory-logo-092021.jpg') !important;"><a href="https://whky.com/upcoming-meetings-for-hickory-boards-commissions/" title="Upcoming Meetings for Hickory Boards &#038; Commissions" class="vc_gitem-link vc-zone-link" ></a><img class="vc_gitem-zone-img" src="https://whky.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/09/City-of-Hickory-logo-092021.jpg" alt="Upcoming Meetings for Hickory Boards & Commissions" loading="lazy"><div class="vc_gitem-zone-mini"></div></div></div><div class="vc_gitem-zone vc_gitem-zone-c vc_custom_1419240516480"><div class="vc_gitem-zone-mini"><div class="vc_gitem_row vc_row vc_gitem-row-position-top"><div class="vc_col-sm-12 vc_gitem-col vc_gitem-col-align-"><div class="vc_custom_heading vc_gitem-post-data vc_gitem-post-data-source-post_title" ><h4 style="text-align: left" >Upcoming Meetings for Hickory Boards &#038; Commissions</h4></div><div class="vc_custom_heading vc_gitem-post-data vc_gitem-post-data-source-post_excerpt" ><p style="text-align: left" ><p>There are three meetings next week involving Hickory boards and commissions. At noon on Tuesday, April 8, the Parks &amp; Recreation Commission will meet at the Highland Recreation Center. Also&hellip;</p> </p></div><div class="vc_btn3-container vc_btn3-left"><a class="vc_general vc_btn3 vc_btn3-size-md vc_btn3-shape-rounded vc_btn3-style-flat vc_btn3-color-juicy-pink" a href="https://whky.com/upcoming-meetings-for-hickory-boards-commissions/" class="vc_gitem-link vc_general vc_btn3 vc_general vc_btn3 vc_btn3-size-md vc_btn3-shape-rounded vc_btn3-style-flat vc_btn3-color-juicy-pink" title="Read more">Read more</a></div></div></div></div></div></div><div class="vc_clearfix"></div></div><div class="vc_grid-item vc_clearfix vc_col-sm-3 vc_grid-item-zone-c-bottom"><div class="vc_grid-item-mini vc_clearfix "><div class="vc_gitem-animated-block" ><div class="vc_gitem-zone vc_gitem-zone-a vc-gitem-zone-height-mode-auto vc-gitem-zone-height-mode-auto-1-1 vc_gitem-is-link" style="background-image: url('https://whky.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/08/Interstate-77-Generic-Logo-081321.jpg') !important;"><a href="https://whky.com/i-77-ramp-at-hwy-150-in-mooresville-to-close-next-week/" title="I-77 Ramp at Hwy. 150 in Mooresville to Close Next Week" class="vc_gitem-link vc-zone-link" ></a><img class="vc_gitem-zone-img" src="https://whky.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/08/Interstate-77-Generic-Logo-081321.jpg" alt="I-77 Ramp at Hwy. 150 in Mooresville to Close Next Week" loading="lazy"><div class="vc_gitem-zone-mini"></div></div></div><div class="vc_gitem-zone vc_gitem-zone-c vc_custom_1419240516480"><div class="vc_gitem-zone-mini"><div class="vc_gitem_row vc_row vc_gitem-row-position-top"><div class="vc_col-sm-12 vc_gitem-col vc_gitem-col-align-"><div class="vc_custom_heading vc_gitem-post-data vc_gitem-post-data-source-post_title" ><h4 style="text-align: left" >I-77 Ramp at Hwy. 150 in Mooresville to Close Next Week</h4></div><div class="vc_custom_heading vc_gitem-post-data vc_gitem-post-data-source-post_excerpt" ><p style="text-align: left" ><p>As part of the N.C. 150 widening project, North Carolina Department of Transportation contract crews will close the entrance ramp from N.C. 150 to I-77 South in Moorsville just after&hellip;</p> </p></div><div class="vc_btn3-container vc_btn3-left"><a class="vc_general vc_btn3 vc_btn3-size-md vc_btn3-shape-rounded vc_btn3-style-flat vc_btn3-color-juicy-pink" a href="https://whky.com/i-77-ramp-at-hwy-150-in-mooresville-to-close-next-week/" class="vc_gitem-link vc_general vc_btn3 vc_general vc_btn3 vc_btn3-size-md vc_btn3-shape-rounded vc_btn3-style-flat vc_btn3-color-juicy-pink" title="Read more">Read more</a></div></div></div></div></div></div><div class="vc_clearfix"></div></div><div class="vc_grid-item vc_clearfix vc_col-sm-3 vc_grid-item-zone-c-bottom"><div class="vc_grid-item-mini vc_clearfix "><div class="vc_gitem-animated-block" ><div class="vc_gitem-zone vc_gitem-zone-a vc-gitem-zone-height-mode-auto vc-gitem-zone-height-mode-auto-1-1 vc_gitem-is-link" style="background-image: url('https://whky.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/03/Caldwell-County-Seal-031522.jpg') !important;"><a href="https://whky.com/resource-center-for-disaster-recovery-resources-opened-in-caldwell-county/" title="Resource Center For Disaster Recovery Resources Opened In Caldwell County" class="vc_gitem-link vc-zone-link" ></a><img class="vc_gitem-zone-img" src="https://whky.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/03/Caldwell-County-Seal-031522.jpg" alt="Resource Center For Disaster Recovery Resources Opened In Caldwell County" loading="lazy"><div class="vc_gitem-zone-mini"></div></div></div><div class="vc_gitem-zone vc_gitem-zone-c vc_custom_1419240516480"><div class="vc_gitem-zone-mini"><div class="vc_gitem_row vc_row vc_gitem-row-position-top"><div class="vc_col-sm-12 vc_gitem-col vc_gitem-col-align-"><div class="vc_custom_heading vc_gitem-post-data vc_gitem-post-data-source-post_title" ><h4 style="text-align: left" >Resource Center For Disaster Recovery Resources Opened In Caldwell County</h4></div><div class="vc_custom_heading vc_gitem-post-data vc_gitem-post-data-source-post_excerpt" ><p style="text-align: left" ><p>Caldwell County now has a one-stop resource center to connect individuals, small businesses, and private-nonprofit groups impacted by Tropical Storm Helene with disaster recovery resources. Individuals can access a range&hellip;</p> </p></div><div class="vc_btn3-container vc_btn3-left"><a class="vc_general vc_btn3 vc_btn3-size-md vc_btn3-shape-rounded vc_btn3-style-flat vc_btn3-color-juicy-pink" a href="https://whky.com/resource-center-for-disaster-recovery-resources-opened-in-caldwell-county/" class="vc_gitem-link vc_general vc_btn3 vc_general vc_btn3 vc_btn3-size-md vc_btn3-shape-rounded vc_btn3-style-flat vc_btn3-color-juicy-pink" title="Read more">Read more</a></div></div></div></div></div></div><div class="vc_clearfix"></div></div><div class="vc_grid-item vc_clearfix vc_col-sm-3 vc_grid-item-zone-c-bottom"><div class="vc_grid-item-mini vc_clearfix "><div class="vc_gitem-animated-block" ><div class="vc_gitem-zone vc_gitem-zone-a vc-gitem-zone-height-mode-auto vc-gitem-zone-height-mode-auto-1-1 vc_gitem-is-link" style="background-image: url('https://whky.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/08/NC-Dept-Of-Commerce-Pic-082024.jpg') !important;"><a href="https://whky.com/funding-provided-to-help-minimize-damage-from-helene-related-layoffs/" title="Funding Provided To Help Minimize Damage From Helene-Related Layoffs" class="vc_gitem-link vc-zone-link" ></a><img class="vc_gitem-zone-img" src="https://whky.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/08/NC-Dept-Of-Commerce-Pic-082024.jpg" alt="Funding Provided To Help Minimize Damage From Helene-Related Layoffs" loading="lazy"><div class="vc_gitem-zone-mini"></div></div></div><div class="vc_gitem-zone vc_gitem-zone-c vc_custom_1419240516480"><div class="vc_gitem-zone-mini"><div class="vc_gitem_row vc_row vc_gitem-row-position-top"><div class="vc_col-sm-12 vc_gitem-col vc_gitem-col-align-"><div class="vc_custom_heading vc_gitem-post-data vc_gitem-post-data-source-post_title" ><h4 style="text-align: left" >Funding Provided To Help Minimize Damage From Helene-Related Layoffs</h4></div><div class="vc_custom_heading vc_gitem-post-data vc_gitem-post-data-source-post_excerpt" ><p style="text-align: left" ><p>The North Carolina Department of Commerce is providing funds that local workforce development boards may use to help businesses minimize the damage of layoffs caused by Hurricane Helene. The announcement&hellip;</p> </p></div><div class="vc_btn3-container vc_btn3-left"><a class="vc_general vc_btn3 vc_btn3-size-md vc_btn3-shape-rounded vc_btn3-style-flat vc_btn3-color-juicy-pink" a href="https://whky.com/funding-provided-to-help-minimize-damage-from-helene-related-layoffs/" class="vc_gitem-link vc_general vc_btn3 vc_general vc_btn3 vc_btn3-size-md vc_btn3-shape-rounded vc_btn3-style-flat vc_btn3-color-juicy-pink" title="Read more">Read more</a></div></div></div></div></div></div><div class="vc_clearfix"></div></div><div class="vc_grid-item vc_clearfix vc_col-sm-3 vc_grid-item-zone-c-bottom"><div class="vc_grid-item-mini vc_clearfix "><div class="vc_gitem-animated-block" ><div class="vc_gitem-zone vc_gitem-zone-a vc-gitem-zone-height-mode-auto vc-gitem-zone-height-mode-auto-1-1 vc_gitem-is-link" style="background-image: url('https://whky.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/03/NCDOT-Logo-031423.jpg') !important;"><a href="https://whky.com/improvements-planned-for-approximately-21-miles-of-catawba-county-roads/" title="Improvements Planned For Approximately 21 Miles Of Catawba County Roads" class="vc_gitem-link vc-zone-link" ></a><img class="vc_gitem-zone-img" src="https://whky.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/03/NCDOT-Logo-031423.jpg" alt="Improvements Planned For Approximately 21 Miles Of Catawba County Roads" loading="lazy"><div class="vc_gitem-zone-mini"></div></div></div><div class="vc_gitem-zone vc_gitem-zone-c vc_custom_1419240516480"><div class="vc_gitem-zone-mini"><div class="vc_gitem_row vc_row vc_gitem-row-position-top"><div class="vc_col-sm-12 vc_gitem-col vc_gitem-col-align-"><div class="vc_custom_heading vc_gitem-post-data vc_gitem-post-data-source-post_title" ><h4 style="text-align: left" >Improvements Planned For Approximately 21 Miles Of Catawba County Roads</h4></div><div class="vc_custom_heading vc_gitem-post-data vc_gitem-post-data-source-post_excerpt" ><p style="text-align: left" ><p>The N.C. Department of Transportation recently awarded a $4.8 million contract to improve close to 21 miles of Catawba County roads. Contractor Maymead Inc. can start the project anytime to&hellip;</p> </p></div><div class="vc_btn3-container vc_btn3-left"><a class="vc_general vc_btn3 vc_btn3-size-md vc_btn3-shape-rounded vc_btn3-style-flat vc_btn3-color-juicy-pink" a href="https://whky.com/improvements-planned-for-approximately-21-miles-of-catawba-county-roads/" class="vc_gitem-link vc_general vc_btn3 vc_general vc_btn3 vc_btn3-size-md vc_btn3-shape-rounded vc_btn3-style-flat vc_btn3-color-juicy-pink" title="Read more">Read more</a></div></div></div></div></div></div><div class="vc_clearfix"></div></div><div class="vc_grid-item vc_clearfix vc_col-sm-3 vc_grid-item-zone-c-bottom"><div class="vc_grid-item-mini vc_clearfix "><div class="vc_gitem-animated-block" ><div class="vc_gitem-zone vc_gitem-zone-a vc-gitem-zone-height-mode-auto vc-gitem-zone-height-mode-auto-1-1 vc_gitem-is-link" style="background-image: url('https://whky.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/08/Interstate-77-Generic-Logo-081321.jpg') !important;"><a href="https://whky.com/road-improvements-coming-in-iredell-county/" title="Road Improvements Coming In Iredell County" class="vc_gitem-link vc-zone-link" ></a><img class="vc_gitem-zone-img" src="https://whky.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/08/Interstate-77-Generic-Logo-081321.jpg" alt="Road Improvements Coming In Iredell County" loading="lazy"><div class="vc_gitem-zone-mini"></div></div></div><div class="vc_gitem-zone vc_gitem-zone-c vc_custom_1419240516480"><div class="vc_gitem-zone-mini"><div class="vc_gitem_row vc_row vc_gitem-row-position-top"><div class="vc_col-sm-12 vc_gitem-col vc_gitem-col-align-"><div class="vc_custom_heading vc_gitem-post-data vc_gitem-post-data-source-post_title" ><h4 style="text-align: left" >Road Improvements Coming In Iredell County</h4></div><div class="vc_custom_heading vc_gitem-post-data vc_gitem-post-data-source-post_excerpt" ><p style="text-align: left" ><p>The N.C. Department of Transportation has awarded two resurfacing contracts to improve approximately thirty miles of interstate, primary and secondary routes in Iredell County. Contractor Maymead Inc. earned both contracts&hellip;</p> </p></div><div class="vc_btn3-container vc_btn3-left"><a class="vc_general vc_btn3 vc_btn3-size-md vc_btn3-shape-rounded vc_btn3-style-flat vc_btn3-color-juicy-pink" a href="https://whky.com/road-improvements-coming-in-iredell-county/" class="vc_gitem-link vc_general vc_btn3 vc_general vc_btn3 vc_btn3-size-md vc_btn3-shape-rounded vc_btn3-style-flat vc_btn3-color-juicy-pink" title="Read more">Read more</a></div></div></div></div></div></div><div class="vc_clearfix"></div></div><div class="vc_grid-item vc_clearfix vc_col-sm-3 vc_grid-item-zone-c-bottom"><div class="vc_grid-item-mini vc_clearfix "><div class="vc_gitem-animated-block" ><div class="vc_gitem-zone vc_gitem-zone-a vc-gitem-zone-height-mode-auto vc-gitem-zone-height-mode-auto-1-1 vc_gitem-is-link" style="background-image: url('https://whky.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/04/Fire-Hydrant-Testing-Hickory-040425.jpg') !important;"><a href="https://whky.com/fire-hydrant-inspection-scheduled-for-hickory-in-april-may/" title="Fire Hydrant Inspection Scheduled For Hickory In April &#038; May" class="vc_gitem-link vc-zone-link" ></a><img class="vc_gitem-zone-img" src="https://whky.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/04/Fire-Hydrant-Testing-Hickory-040425.jpg" alt="Fire Hydrant Inspection Scheduled For Hickory In April & May" loading="lazy"><div class="vc_gitem-zone-mini"></div></div></div><div class="vc_gitem-zone vc_gitem-zone-c vc_custom_1419240516480"><div class="vc_gitem-zone-mini"><div class="vc_gitem_row vc_row vc_gitem-row-position-top"><div class="vc_col-sm-12 vc_gitem-col vc_gitem-col-align-"><div class="vc_custom_heading vc_gitem-post-data vc_gitem-post-data-source-post_title" ><h4 style="text-align: left" >Fire Hydrant Inspection Scheduled For Hickory In April &#038; May</h4></div><div class="vc_custom_heading vc_gitem-post-data vc_gitem-post-data-source-post_excerpt" ><p style="text-align: left" ><p>Over the next two months, firefighters will implement the annual hydrant inspection and maintenance program throughout the City of Hickory service area. During this process, firefighters and public utilities personnel&hellip;</p> </p></div><div class="vc_btn3-container vc_btn3-left"><a class="vc_general vc_btn3 vc_btn3-size-md vc_btn3-shape-rounded vc_btn3-style-flat vc_btn3-color-juicy-pink" a href="https://whky.com/fire-hydrant-inspection-scheduled-for-hickory-in-april-may/" class="vc_gitem-link vc_general vc_btn3 vc_general vc_btn3 vc_btn3-size-md vc_btn3-shape-rounded vc_btn3-style-flat vc_btn3-color-juicy-pink" title="Read more">Read more</a></div></div></div></div></div></div><div class="vc_clearfix"></div></div><div class="vc_grid-item vc_clearfix vc_col-sm-3 vc_grid-item-zone-c-bottom"><div class="vc_grid-item-mini vc_clearfix "><div class="vc_gitem-animated-block" ><div class="vc_gitem-zone vc_gitem-zone-a vc-gitem-zone-height-mode-auto vc-gitem-zone-height-mode-auto-1-1 vc_gitem-is-link" style="background-image: url('https://whky.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/04/Morganton-NC-Logo-043024.jpg') !important;"><a href="https://whky.com/city-of-morganton-helping-contractors-become-aware-of-licensing-requirements/" title="City Of Morganton Helping Contractors Become Aware Of Licensing Requirements" class="vc_gitem-link vc-zone-link" ></a><img class="vc_gitem-zone-img" src="https://whky.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/04/Morganton-NC-Logo-043024.jpg" alt="City Of Morganton Helping Contractors Become Aware Of Licensing Requirements" loading="lazy"><div class="vc_gitem-zone-mini"></div></div></div><div class="vc_gitem-zone vc_gitem-zone-c vc_custom_1419240516480"><div class="vc_gitem-zone-mini"><div class="vc_gitem_row vc_row vc_gitem-row-position-top"><div class="vc_col-sm-12 vc_gitem-col vc_gitem-col-align-"><div class="vc_custom_heading vc_gitem-post-data vc_gitem-post-data-source-post_title" ><h4 style="text-align: left" >City Of Morganton Helping Contractors Become Aware Of Licensing Requirements</h4></div><div class="vc_custom_heading vc_gitem-post-data vc_gitem-post-data-source-post_excerpt" ><p style="text-align: left" ><p>The City of Morganton Development and Design Department is seeking to help citizens become aware of licensing requirements that apply to contractors doing work within city limits. It is important&hellip;</p> </p></div><div class="vc_btn3-container vc_btn3-left"><a class="vc_general vc_btn3 vc_btn3-size-md vc_btn3-shape-rounded vc_btn3-style-flat vc_btn3-color-juicy-pink" a href="https://whky.com/city-of-morganton-helping-contractors-become-aware-of-licensing-requirements/" class="vc_gitem-link vc_general vc_btn3 vc_general vc_btn3 vc_btn3-size-md vc_btn3-shape-rounded vc_btn3-style-flat vc_btn3-color-juicy-pink" title="Read more">Read more</a></div></div></div></div></div></div><div class="vc_clearfix"></div></div><div class="vc_grid-item vc_clearfix vc_col-sm-3 vc_grid-item-zone-c-bottom"><div class="vc_grid-item-mini vc_clearfix "><div class="vc_gitem-animated-block" ><div class="vc_gitem-zone vc_gitem-zone-a vc-gitem-zone-height-mode-auto vc-gitem-zone-height-mode-auto-1-1 vc_gitem-is-link" style="background-image: url('https://whky.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/11/Crompton-Chelsea-Lee-112522.jpg') !important;"><a href="https://whky.com/bond-denied-for-woman-charged-in-connection-to-2022-death-of-child-in-catawba-county/" title="Bond Denied For Woman Charged In Connection To 2022 Death Of Child In Catawba County" class="vc_gitem-link vc-zone-link" ></a><img class="vc_gitem-zone-img" src="https://whky.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/11/Crompton-Chelsea-Lee-112522.jpg" alt="Bond Denied For Woman Charged In Connection To 2022 Death Of Child In Catawba County" loading="lazy"><div class="vc_gitem-zone-mini"></div></div></div><div class="vc_gitem-zone vc_gitem-zone-c vc_custom_1419240516480"><div class="vc_gitem-zone-mini"><div class="vc_gitem_row vc_row vc_gitem-row-position-top"><div class="vc_col-sm-12 vc_gitem-col vc_gitem-col-align-"><div class="vc_custom_heading vc_gitem-post-data vc_gitem-post-data-source-post_title" ><h4 style="text-align: left" >Bond Denied For Woman Charged In Connection To 2022 Death Of Child In Catawba County</h4></div><div class="vc_custom_heading vc_gitem-post-data vc_gitem-post-data-source-post_excerpt" ><p style="text-align: left" ><p>A woman charged with the murder of a four-year-old child in Catawba County has been denied a request to reduce her bond. 36-year-old Chelsea Crompton of Marshall is charged with&hellip;</p> </p></div><div class="vc_btn3-container vc_btn3-left"><a class="vc_general vc_btn3 vc_btn3-size-md vc_btn3-shape-rounded vc_btn3-style-flat vc_btn3-color-juicy-pink" a href="https://whky.com/bond-denied-for-woman-charged-in-connection-to-2022-death-of-child-in-catawba-county/" class="vc_gitem-link vc_general vc_btn3 vc_general vc_btn3 vc_btn3-size-md vc_btn3-shape-rounded vc_btn3-style-flat vc_btn3-color-juicy-pink" title="Read more">Read more</a></div></div></div></div></div></div><div class="vc_clearfix"></div></div><div class="vc_grid-item vc_clearfix vc_col-sm-3 vc_grid-item-zone-c-bottom"><div class="vc_grid-item-mini vc_clearfix "><div class="vc_gitem-animated-block" ><div class="vc_gitem-zone vc_gitem-zone-a vc-gitem-zone-height-mode-auto vc-gitem-zone-height-mode-auto-1-1 vc_gitem-is-link" style="background-image: url('https://whky.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/04/Fair-Housing-Month-Pic-Hickory-040325.jpg') !important;"><a href="https://whky.com/city-of-hickory-offers-housing-rehabilitation-programs/" title="City Of Hickory Offers Housing Rehabilitation Programs" class="vc_gitem-link vc-zone-link" ></a><img class="vc_gitem-zone-img" src="https://whky.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/04/Fair-Housing-Month-Pic-Hickory-040325.jpg" alt="City Of Hickory Offers Housing Rehabilitation Programs" loading="lazy"><div class="vc_gitem-zone-mini"></div></div></div><div class="vc_gitem-zone vc_gitem-zone-c vc_custom_1419240516480"><div class="vc_gitem-zone-mini"><div class="vc_gitem_row vc_row vc_gitem-row-position-top"><div class="vc_col-sm-12 vc_gitem-col vc_gitem-col-align-"><div class="vc_custom_heading vc_gitem-post-data vc_gitem-post-data-source-post_title" ><h4 style="text-align: left" >City Of Hickory Offers Housing Rehabilitation Programs</h4></div><div class="vc_custom_heading vc_gitem-post-data vc_gitem-post-data-source-post_excerpt" ><p style="text-align: left" ><p>April is Fair Housing Month, and the City of Hickory is committed to affirmatively furthering Fair Housing in the community. The Fair Housing Act prohibits discrimination in the sale or&hellip;</p> </p></div><div class="vc_btn3-container vc_btn3-left"><a class="vc_general vc_btn3 vc_btn3-size-md vc_btn3-shape-rounded vc_btn3-style-flat vc_btn3-color-juicy-pink" a href="https://whky.com/city-of-hickory-offers-housing-rehabilitation-programs/" class="vc_gitem-link vc_general vc_btn3 vc_general vc_btn3 vc_btn3-size-md vc_btn3-shape-rounded vc_btn3-style-flat vc_btn3-color-juicy-pink" title="Read more">Read more</a></div></div></div></div></div></div><div class="vc_clearfix"></div></div><div class="vc_grid-item vc_clearfix vc_col-sm-3 vc_grid-item-zone-c-bottom"><div class="vc_grid-item-mini vc_clearfix "><div class="vc_gitem-animated-block" ><div class="vc_gitem-zone vc_gitem-zone-a vc-gitem-zone-height-mode-auto vc-gitem-zone-height-mode-auto-1-1 vc_gitem-is-link" style="background-image: url('https://whky.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/02/Burke-County-Fire-Marshal-Emergency-Management-020821.jpg') !important;"><a href="https://whky.com/woman-killed-in-burke-county-fire/" title="Deceased Woman Found During Response To Burke County Fire" class="vc_gitem-link vc-zone-link" ></a><img class="vc_gitem-zone-img" src="https://whky.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/02/Burke-County-Fire-Marshal-Emergency-Management-020821.jpg" alt="Deceased Woman Found During Response To Burke County Fire" loading="lazy"><div class="vc_gitem-zone-mini"></div></div></div><div class="vc_gitem-zone vc_gitem-zone-c vc_custom_1419240516480"><div class="vc_gitem-zone-mini"><div class="vc_gitem_row vc_row vc_gitem-row-position-top"><div class="vc_col-sm-12 vc_gitem-col vc_gitem-col-align-"><div class="vc_custom_heading vc_gitem-post-data vc_gitem-post-data-source-post_title" ><h4 style="text-align: left" >Deceased Woman Found During Response To Burke County Fire</h4></div><div class="vc_custom_heading vc_gitem-post-data vc_gitem-post-data-source-post_excerpt" ><p style="text-align: left" ><p>A deceased woman was found in a home during the response to a Burke County fire. The deceased is 21-year-old Rebekah Woody. Wednesday (April 2) at approximately 11:05 a.m. the&hellip;</p> </p></div><div class="vc_btn3-container vc_btn3-left"><a class="vc_general vc_btn3 vc_btn3-size-md vc_btn3-shape-rounded vc_btn3-style-flat vc_btn3-color-juicy-pink" a href="https://whky.com/woman-killed-in-burke-county-fire/" class="vc_gitem-link vc_general vc_btn3 vc_general vc_btn3 vc_btn3-size-md vc_btn3-shape-rounded vc_btn3-style-flat vc_btn3-color-juicy-pink" title="Read more">Read more</a></div></div></div></div></div></div><div class="vc_clearfix"></div></div><div class="vc_grid-item vc_clearfix vc_col-sm-3 vc_grid-item-zone-c-bottom"><div class="vc_grid-item-mini vc_clearfix "><div class="vc_gitem-animated-block" ><div class="vc_gitem-zone vc_gitem-zone-a vc-gitem-zone-height-mode-auto vc-gitem-zone-height-mode-auto-1-1 vc_gitem-is-link" style="background-image: url('https://whky.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/04/Baer-Reed-040225.jpg') !important;"><a href="https://whky.com/h-p-d-police-chief-reed-baer-to-retire-in-july/" title="H.P.D. Police Chief Reed Baer to Retire in July" class="vc_gitem-link vc-zone-link" ></a><img class="vc_gitem-zone-img" src="https://whky.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/04/Baer-Reed-040225.jpg" alt="H.P.D. Police Chief Reed Baer to Retire in July" loading="lazy"><div class="vc_gitem-zone-mini"></div></div></div><div class="vc_gitem-zone vc_gitem-zone-c vc_custom_1419240516480"><div class="vc_gitem-zone-mini"><div class="vc_gitem_row vc_row vc_gitem-row-position-top"><div class="vc_col-sm-12 vc_gitem-col vc_gitem-col-align-"><div class="vc_custom_heading vc_gitem-post-data vc_gitem-post-data-source-post_title" ><h4 style="text-align: left" >H.P.D. Police Chief Reed Baer to Retire in July</h4></div><div class="vc_custom_heading vc_gitem-post-data vc_gitem-post-data-source-post_excerpt" ><p style="text-align: left" ><p>After 30 years of service to the citizens of Hickory, Chief of Police Reed Baer will retire on July 1. Chief Baer was appointed by City Manager Warren Wood as&hellip;</p> </p></div><div class="vc_btn3-container vc_btn3-left"><a class="vc_general vc_btn3 vc_btn3-size-md vc_btn3-shape-rounded vc_btn3-style-flat vc_btn3-color-juicy-pink" a href="https://whky.com/h-p-d-police-chief-reed-baer-to-retire-in-july/" class="vc_gitem-link vc_general vc_btn3 vc_general vc_btn3 vc_btn3-size-md vc_btn3-shape-rounded vc_btn3-style-flat vc_btn3-color-juicy-pink" title="Read more">Read more</a></div></div></div></div></div></div><div class="vc_clearfix"></div></div><div class="vc_grid-item vc_clearfix vc_col-sm-3 vc_grid-item-zone-c-bottom"><div class="vc_grid-item-mini vc_clearfix "><div class="vc_gitem-animated-block" ><div class="vc_gitem-zone vc_gitem-zone-a vc-gitem-zone-height-mode-auto vc-gitem-zone-height-mode-auto-1-1 vc_gitem-is-link" style="background-image: url('https://whky.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/04/School-Bus-generic-040225-1024x683.jpg') !important;"><a href="https://whky.com/one-student-sustains-minor-injuries-in-school-bus-accident/" title="One Student Sustains Minor Injuries in School Bus Accident" class="vc_gitem-link vc-zone-link" ></a><img class="vc_gitem-zone-img" src="https://whky.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/04/School-Bus-generic-040225-1024x683.jpg" alt="One Student Sustains Minor Injuries in School Bus Accident" loading="lazy"><div class="vc_gitem-zone-mini"></div></div></div><div class="vc_gitem-zone vc_gitem-zone-c vc_custom_1419240516480"><div class="vc_gitem-zone-mini"><div class="vc_gitem_row vc_row vc_gitem-row-position-top"><div class="vc_col-sm-12 vc_gitem-col vc_gitem-col-align-"><div class="vc_custom_heading vc_gitem-post-data vc_gitem-post-data-source-post_title" ><h4 style="text-align: left" >One Student Sustains Minor Injuries in School Bus Accident</h4></div><div class="vc_custom_heading vc_gitem-post-data vc_gitem-post-data-source-post_excerpt" ><p style="text-align: left" ><p>At about 3:10 this afternoon (April 2), the North Carolina State Highway Patrol responded to a collision involving a school bus in Caldwell County on Mountain View Circle near Midas&hellip;</p> </p></div><div class="vc_btn3-container vc_btn3-left"><a class="vc_general vc_btn3 vc_btn3-size-md vc_btn3-shape-rounded vc_btn3-style-flat vc_btn3-color-juicy-pink" a href="https://whky.com/one-student-sustains-minor-injuries-in-school-bus-accident/" class="vc_gitem-link vc_general vc_btn3 vc_general vc_btn3 vc_btn3-size-md vc_btn3-shape-rounded vc_btn3-style-flat vc_btn3-color-juicy-pink" title="Read more">Read more</a></div></div></div></div></div></div><div class="vc_clearfix"></div></div><div class="vc_grid-item vc_clearfix vc_col-sm-3 vc_grid-item-zone-c-bottom"><div class="vc_grid-item-mini vc_clearfix "><div class="vc_gitem-animated-block" ><div class="vc_gitem-zone vc_gitem-zone-a vc-gitem-zone-height-mode-auto vc-gitem-zone-height-mode-auto-1-1 vc_gitem-is-link" style="background-image: url('https://whky.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/04/Kagle-Tim-040225.jpg') !important;"><a href="https://whky.com/f-r-m-c-announces-new-vice-president-of-operations/" title="F.R.M.C. Announces New Vice President of Operations" class="vc_gitem-link vc-zone-link" ></a><img class="vc_gitem-zone-img" src="https://whky.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/04/Kagle-Tim-040225.jpg" alt="F.R.M.C. Announces New Vice President of Operations" loading="lazy"><div class="vc_gitem-zone-mini"></div></div></div><div class="vc_gitem-zone vc_gitem-zone-c vc_custom_1419240516480"><div class="vc_gitem-zone-mini"><div class="vc_gitem_row vc_row vc_gitem-row-position-top"><div class="vc_col-sm-12 vc_gitem-col vc_gitem-col-align-"><div class="vc_custom_heading vc_gitem-post-data vc_gitem-post-data-source-post_title" ><h4 style="text-align: left" >F.R.M.C. Announces New Vice President of Operations</h4></div><div class="vc_custom_heading vc_gitem-post-data vc_gitem-post-data-source-post_excerpt" ><p style="text-align: left" ><p>Frye Regional Medical Center has announced the appointment of Tim Kagle as vice president of operations. In his new role, he will oversee the hospital’s operational strategies, drive efficiencies, and&hellip;</p> </p></div><div class="vc_btn3-container vc_btn3-left"><a class="vc_general vc_btn3 vc_btn3-size-md vc_btn3-shape-rounded vc_btn3-style-flat vc_btn3-color-juicy-pink" a href="https://whky.com/f-r-m-c-announces-new-vice-president-of-operations/" class="vc_gitem-link vc_general vc_btn3 vc_general vc_btn3 vc_btn3-size-md vc_btn3-shape-rounded vc_btn3-style-flat vc_btn3-color-juicy-pink" title="Read more">Read more</a></div></div></div></div></div></div><div class="vc_clearfix"></div></div><div class="vc_grid-item vc_clearfix vc_col-sm-3 vc_grid-item-zone-c-bottom"><div class="vc_grid-item-mini vc_clearfix "><div class="vc_gitem-animated-block" ><div class="vc_gitem-zone vc_gitem-zone-a vc-gitem-zone-height-mode-auto vc-gitem-zone-height-mode-auto-1-1 vc_gitem-is-link" style="background-image: url('https://whky.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/03/NCDOT-Logo-031423.jpg') !important;"><a href="https://whky.com/two-resurfacing-contracts-awarded-in-iredell-county/" title="Two Resurfacing Contracts Awarded in Iredell County" class="vc_gitem-link vc-zone-link" ></a><img class="vc_gitem-zone-img" src="https://whky.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/03/NCDOT-Logo-031423.jpg" alt="Two Resurfacing Contracts Awarded in Iredell County" loading="lazy"><div class="vc_gitem-zone-mini"></div></div></div><div class="vc_gitem-zone vc_gitem-zone-c vc_custom_1419240516480"><div class="vc_gitem-zone-mini"><div class="vc_gitem_row vc_row vc_gitem-row-position-top"><div class="vc_col-sm-12 vc_gitem-col vc_gitem-col-align-"><div class="vc_custom_heading vc_gitem-post-data vc_gitem-post-data-source-post_title" ><h4 style="text-align: left" >Two Resurfacing Contracts Awarded in Iredell County</h4></div><div class="vc_custom_heading vc_gitem-post-data vc_gitem-post-data-source-post_excerpt" ><p style="text-align: left" ><p>The N.C. Department of Transportation last month awarded two resurfacing contracts to Maymead Inc. to improve approximately 30 miles of interstate, primary, and secondary routes in Iredell County. The first&hellip;</p> </p></div><div class="vc_btn3-container vc_btn3-left"><a class="vc_general vc_btn3 vc_btn3-size-md vc_btn3-shape-rounded vc_btn3-style-flat vc_btn3-color-juicy-pink" a href="https://whky.com/two-resurfacing-contracts-awarded-in-iredell-county/" class="vc_gitem-link vc_general vc_btn3 vc_general vc_btn3 vc_btn3-size-md vc_btn3-shape-rounded vc_btn3-style-flat vc_btn3-color-juicy-pink" title="Read more">Read more</a></div></div></div></div></div></div><div class="vc_clearfix"></div></div><div class="vc_grid-item vc_clearfix vc_col-sm-3 vc_grid-item-zone-c-bottom"><div class="vc_grid-item-mini vc_clearfix "><div class="vc_gitem-animated-block" ><div class="vc_gitem-zone vc_gitem-zone-a vc-gitem-zone-height-mode-auto vc-gitem-zone-height-mode-auto-1-1 vc_gitem-is-link" style="background-image: url('https://whky.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/04/Burn-Ban-Lifted-News-Graphic-040225.jpg') !important;"><a href="https://whky.com/burn-bans-lifted-in-area-counties-statewide/" title="Burn Bans Lifted In Area Counties, Statewide [UPDATED 2:30 p.m.]" class="vc_gitem-link vc-zone-link" ></a><img class="vc_gitem-zone-img" src="https://whky.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/04/Burn-Ban-Lifted-News-Graphic-040225.jpg" alt="Burn Bans Lifted In Area Counties, Statewide [UPDATED 2:30 p.m.]" loading="lazy"><div class="vc_gitem-zone-mini"></div></div></div><div class="vc_gitem-zone vc_gitem-zone-c vc_custom_1419240516480"><div class="vc_gitem-zone-mini"><div class="vc_gitem_row vc_row vc_gitem-row-position-top"><div class="vc_col-sm-12 vc_gitem-col vc_gitem-col-align-"><div class="vc_custom_heading vc_gitem-post-data vc_gitem-post-data-source-post_title" ><h4 style="text-align: left" >Burn Bans Lifted In Area Counties, Statewide [UPDATED 2:30 p.m.]</h4></div><div class="vc_custom_heading vc_gitem-post-data vc_gitem-post-data-source-post_excerpt" ><p style="text-align: left" ><p>The Catawba County Fire Marshal’s Office has officially lifted the burn ban on all open-burning activities throughout the county, including areas within 100 feet of a dwelling. The ban was&hellip;</p> </p></div><div class="vc_btn3-container vc_btn3-left"><a class="vc_general vc_btn3 vc_btn3-size-md vc_btn3-shape-rounded vc_btn3-style-flat vc_btn3-color-juicy-pink" a href="https://whky.com/burn-bans-lifted-in-area-counties-statewide/" class="vc_gitem-link vc_general vc_btn3 vc_general vc_btn3 vc_btn3-size-md vc_btn3-shape-rounded vc_btn3-style-flat vc_btn3-color-juicy-pink" title="Read more">Read more</a></div></div></div></div></div></div><div class="vc_clearfix"></div></div><div class="vc_grid-item vc_clearfix vc_col-sm-3 vc_grid-item-zone-c-bottom"><div class="vc_grid-item-mini vc_clearfix "><div class="vc_gitem-animated-block" ><div class="vc_gitem-zone vc_gitem-zone-a vc-gitem-zone-height-mode-auto vc-gitem-zone-height-mode-auto-1-1 vc_gitem-is-link" style="background-image: url('https://whky.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/06/Plane-Crash-Generic-Graphic-060123.jpg') !important;"><a href="https://whky.com/plane-crashes-at-hickory-regional-airport/" title="Plane Crashes At Hickory Regional Airport" class="vc_gitem-link vc-zone-link" ></a><img class="vc_gitem-zone-img" src="https://whky.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/06/Plane-Crash-Generic-Graphic-060123.jpg" alt="Plane Crashes At Hickory Regional Airport" loading="lazy"><div class="vc_gitem-zone-mini"></div></div></div><div class="vc_gitem-zone vc_gitem-zone-c vc_custom_1419240516480"><div class="vc_gitem-zone-mini"><div class="vc_gitem_row vc_row vc_gitem-row-position-top"><div class="vc_col-sm-12 vc_gitem-col vc_gitem-col-align-"><div class="vc_custom_heading vc_gitem-post-data vc_gitem-post-data-source-post_title" ><h4 style="text-align: left" >Plane Crashes At Hickory Regional Airport</h4></div><div class="vc_custom_heading vc_gitem-post-data vc_gitem-post-data-source-post_excerpt" ><p style="text-align: left" ><p>Authorities responded to a plane crash at Hickory Regional Airport Tuesday night (April 1). According to the Hickory Fire Department, the plane crashed off the side of the runway. The&hellip;</p> </p></div><div class="vc_btn3-container vc_btn3-left"><a class="vc_general vc_btn3 vc_btn3-size-md vc_btn3-shape-rounded vc_btn3-style-flat vc_btn3-color-juicy-pink" a href="https://whky.com/plane-crashes-at-hickory-regional-airport/" class="vc_gitem-link vc_general vc_btn3 vc_general vc_btn3 vc_btn3-size-md vc_btn3-shape-rounded vc_btn3-style-flat vc_btn3-color-juicy-pink" title="Read more">Read more</a></div></div></div></div></div></div><div class="vc_clearfix"></div></div><div class="vc_grid-item vc_clearfix vc_col-sm-3 vc_grid-item-zone-c-bottom"><div class="vc_grid-item-mini vc_clearfix "><div class="vc_gitem-animated-block" ><div class="vc_gitem-zone vc_gitem-zone-a vc-gitem-zone-height-mode-auto vc-gitem-zone-height-mode-auto-1-1 vc_gitem-is-link" style="background-image: url('https://whky.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/02/Hickory-NC-Logo-020823.jpg') !important;"><a href="https://whky.com/hickory-city-council-meets-multiple-items-approved/" title="Hickory City Council Meets, Multiple Items Approved" class="vc_gitem-link vc-zone-link" ></a><img class="vc_gitem-zone-img" src="https://whky.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/02/Hickory-NC-Logo-020823.jpg" alt="Hickory City Council Meets, Multiple Items Approved" loading="lazy"><div class="vc_gitem-zone-mini"></div></div></div><div class="vc_gitem-zone vc_gitem-zone-c vc_custom_1419240516480"><div class="vc_gitem-zone-mini"><div class="vc_gitem_row vc_row vc_gitem-row-position-top"><div class="vc_col-sm-12 vc_gitem-col vc_gitem-col-align-"><div class="vc_custom_heading vc_gitem-post-data vc_gitem-post-data-source-post_title" ><h4 style="text-align: left" >Hickory City Council Meets, Multiple Items Approved</h4></div><div class="vc_custom_heading vc_gitem-post-data vc_gitem-post-data-source-post_excerpt" ><p style="text-align: left" ><p>Hickory City Council met in regular session Tuesday night (April 1). Minutes and second readings were approved. With the exception of one item, the consent agenda was also approved. That&hellip;</p> </p></div><div class="vc_btn3-container vc_btn3-left"><a class="vc_general vc_btn3 vc_btn3-size-md vc_btn3-shape-rounded vc_btn3-style-flat vc_btn3-color-juicy-pink" a href="https://whky.com/hickory-city-council-meets-multiple-items-approved/" class="vc_gitem-link vc_general vc_btn3 vc_general vc_btn3 vc_btn3-size-md vc_btn3-shape-rounded vc_btn3-style-flat vc_btn3-color-juicy-pink" title="Read more">Read more</a></div></div></div></div></div></div><div class="vc_clearfix"></div></div><div class="vc_grid-item vc_clearfix vc_col-sm-3 vc_grid-item-zone-c-bottom"><div class="vc_grid-item-mini vc_clearfix "><div class="vc_gitem-animated-block" ><div class="vc_gitem-zone vc_gitem-zone-a vc-gitem-zone-height-mode-auto vc-gitem-zone-height-mode-auto-1-1 vc_gitem-is-link" style="background-image: url('https://whky.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/10/NCDOI-Logo-100724.jpg') !important;"><a href="https://whky.com/settlement-reached-regarding-states-proposed-rate-increase-for-mobile-home-policies/" title="Settlement Reached Regarding State&#8217;s Proposed Rate Increase For Mobile Home Policies" class="vc_gitem-link vc-zone-link" ></a><img class="vc_gitem-zone-img" src="https://whky.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/10/NCDOI-Logo-100724.jpg" alt="Settlement Reached Regarding State's Proposed Rate Increase For Mobile Home Policies" loading="lazy"><div class="vc_gitem-zone-mini"></div></div></div><div class="vc_gitem-zone vc_gitem-zone-c vc_custom_1419240516480"><div class="vc_gitem-zone-mini"><div class="vc_gitem_row vc_row vc_gitem-row-position-top"><div class="vc_col-sm-12 vc_gitem-col vc_gitem-col-align-"><div class="vc_custom_heading vc_gitem-post-data vc_gitem-post-data-source-post_title" ><h4 style="text-align: left" >Settlement Reached Regarding State&#8217;s Proposed Rate Increase For Mobile Home Policies</h4></div><div class="vc_custom_heading vc_gitem-post-data vc_gitem-post-data-source-post_excerpt" ><p style="text-align: left" ><p>The Department of Insurance has ended its legal dispute with the North Carolina Rate Bureau over the Rate Bureau’s proposed rate increase for Mobile Home Fire (MH-F) polices and Mobile&hellip;</p> </p></div><div class="vc_btn3-container vc_btn3-left"><a class="vc_general vc_btn3 vc_btn3-size-md vc_btn3-shape-rounded vc_btn3-style-flat vc_btn3-color-juicy-pink" a href="https://whky.com/settlement-reached-regarding-states-proposed-rate-increase-for-mobile-home-policies/" class="vc_gitem-link vc_general vc_btn3 vc_general vc_btn3 vc_btn3-size-md vc_btn3-shape-rounded vc_btn3-style-flat vc_btn3-color-juicy-pink" title="Read more">Read more</a></div></div></div></div></div></div><div class="vc_clearfix"></div></div><div class="vc_grid-item vc_clearfix vc_col-sm-3 vc_grid-item-zone-c-bottom"><div class="vc_grid-item-mini vc_clearfix "><div class="vc_gitem-animated-block" ><div class="vc_gitem-zone vc_gitem-zone-a vc-gitem-zone-height-mode-auto vc-gitem-zone-height-mode-auto-1-1 vc_gitem-is-link" style="background-image: url('https://whky.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/04/Lenoir-Leaf-Compost-040125.jpg') !important;"><a href="https://whky.com/lenoir-to-hold-three-leaf-compost-giveaways/" title="Lenoir to Hold Three Leaf Compost Giveaways" class="vc_gitem-link vc-zone-link" ></a><img class="vc_gitem-zone-img" src="https://whky.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/04/Lenoir-Leaf-Compost-040125.jpg" alt="Lenoir to Hold Three Leaf Compost Giveaways" loading="lazy"><div class="vc_gitem-zone-mini"></div></div></div><div class="vc_gitem-zone vc_gitem-zone-c vc_custom_1419240516480"><div class="vc_gitem-zone-mini"><div class="vc_gitem_row vc_row vc_gitem-row-position-top"><div class="vc_col-sm-12 vc_gitem-col vc_gitem-col-align-"><div class="vc_custom_heading vc_gitem-post-data vc_gitem-post-data-source-post_title" ><h4 style="text-align: left" >Lenoir to Hold Three Leaf Compost Giveaways</h4></div><div class="vc_custom_heading vc_gitem-post-data vc_gitem-post-data-source-post_excerpt" ><p style="text-align: left" ><p>The City of Lenoir will hold three leaf compost giveaway days. The first is this Friday, April 4, from 8 a.m. until 4 p.m. The second is the following day,&hellip;</p> </p></div><div class="vc_btn3-container vc_btn3-left"><a class="vc_general vc_btn3 vc_btn3-size-md vc_btn3-shape-rounded vc_btn3-style-flat vc_btn3-color-juicy-pink" a href="https://whky.com/lenoir-to-hold-three-leaf-compost-giveaways/" class="vc_gitem-link vc_general vc_btn3 vc_general vc_btn3 vc_btn3-size-md vc_btn3-shape-rounded vc_btn3-style-flat vc_btn3-color-juicy-pink" title="Read more">Read more</a></div></div></div></div></div></div><div class="vc_clearfix"></div></div><div class="vc_grid-item vc_clearfix vc_col-sm-3 vc_grid-item-zone-c-bottom"><div class="vc_grid-item-mini vc_clearfix "><div class="vc_gitem-animated-block" ><div class="vc_gitem-zone vc_gitem-zone-a vc-gitem-zone-height-mode-auto vc-gitem-zone-height-mode-auto-1-1 vc_gitem-is-link" style="background-image: url('https://whky.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/12/Catawba-Co-Fire-Marshals-Office-patch-121823.jpg') !important;"><a href="https://whky.com/catawba-county-burn-ban-remains-in-effect/" title="Catawba County Burn Ban Remains in Effect" class="vc_gitem-link vc-zone-link" ></a><img class="vc_gitem-zone-img" src="https://whky.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/12/Catawba-Co-Fire-Marshals-Office-patch-121823.jpg" alt="Catawba County Burn Ban Remains in Effect" loading="lazy"><div class="vc_gitem-zone-mini"></div></div></div><div class="vc_gitem-zone vc_gitem-zone-c vc_custom_1419240516480"><div class="vc_gitem-zone-mini"><div class="vc_gitem_row vc_row vc_gitem-row-position-top"><div class="vc_col-sm-12 vc_gitem-col vc_gitem-col-align-"><div class="vc_custom_heading vc_gitem-post-data vc_gitem-post-data-source-post_title" ><h4 style="text-align: left" >Catawba County Burn Ban Remains in Effect</h4></div><div class="vc_custom_heading vc_gitem-post-data vc_gitem-post-data-source-post_excerpt" ><p style="text-align: left" ><p>The burn ban that went into effect in Catawba County on March 21 is still in place despite the rain this week. The ban prohibits all open burning across Catawba&hellip;</p> </p></div><div class="vc_btn3-container vc_btn3-left"><a class="vc_general vc_btn3 vc_btn3-size-md vc_btn3-shape-rounded vc_btn3-style-flat vc_btn3-color-juicy-pink" a href="https://whky.com/catawba-county-burn-ban-remains-in-effect/" class="vc_gitem-link vc_general vc_btn3 vc_general vc_btn3 vc_btn3-size-md vc_btn3-shape-rounded vc_btn3-style-flat vc_btn3-color-juicy-pink" title="Read more">Read more</a></div></div></div></div></div></div><div class="vc_clearfix"></div></div><div class="vc_grid-item vc_clearfix vc_col-sm-3 vc_grid-item-zone-c-bottom"><div class="vc_grid-item-mini vc_clearfix "><div class="vc_gitem-animated-block" ><div class="vc_gitem-zone vc_gitem-zone-a vc-gitem-zone-height-mode-auto vc-gitem-zone-height-mode-auto-1-1 vc_gitem-is-link" style="background-image: url('https://whky.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/04/Bethlehem-Park-New-1024x576.jpg') !important;"><a href="https://whky.com/bethlehem-park-officially-open-after-renovations/" title="Bethlehem Park Officially Open After Renovations" class="vc_gitem-link vc-zone-link" ></a><img class="vc_gitem-zone-img" src="https://whky.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/04/Bethlehem-Park-New-1024x576.jpg" alt="Bethlehem Park Officially Open After Renovations" loading="lazy"><div class="vc_gitem-zone-mini"></div></div></div><div class="vc_gitem-zone vc_gitem-zone-c vc_custom_1419240516480"><div class="vc_gitem-zone-mini"><div class="vc_gitem_row vc_row vc_gitem-row-position-top"><div class="vc_col-sm-12 vc_gitem-col vc_gitem-col-align-"><div class="vc_custom_heading vc_gitem-post-data vc_gitem-post-data-source-post_title" ><h4 style="text-align: left" >Bethlehem Park Officially Open After Renovations</h4></div><div class="vc_custom_heading vc_gitem-post-data vc_gitem-post-data-source-post_excerpt" ><p style="text-align: left" ><p>Bethlehem Park officially reopens on Tuesday, April 1, after more than a year of renovations. The pickleball courts and basketball play areas will be completed in the following weeks. Improvements&hellip;</p> </p></div><div class="vc_btn3-container vc_btn3-left"><a class="vc_general vc_btn3 vc_btn3-size-md vc_btn3-shape-rounded vc_btn3-style-flat vc_btn3-color-juicy-pink" a href="https://whky.com/bethlehem-park-officially-open-after-renovations/" class="vc_gitem-link vc_general vc_btn3 vc_general vc_btn3 vc_btn3-size-md vc_btn3-shape-rounded vc_btn3-style-flat vc_btn3-color-juicy-pink" title="Read more">Read more</a></div></div></div></div></div></div><div class="vc_clearfix"></div></div><div class="vc_grid-item vc_clearfix vc_col-sm-3 vc_grid-item-zone-c-bottom"><div class="vc_grid-item-mini vc_clearfix "><div class="vc_gitem-animated-block" ><div class="vc_gitem-zone vc_gitem-zone-a vc-gitem-zone-height-mode-auto vc-gitem-zone-height-mode-auto-1-1 vc_gitem-is-link" style="background-image: url('https://whky.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/04/NCDOT-Pic-040125.jpg') !important;"><a href="https://whky.com/ncdot-issues-update-on-post-helene-recovery-efforts/" title="NCDOT Issues Update On Post Helene Recovery Efforts" class="vc_gitem-link vc-zone-link" ></a><img class="vc_gitem-zone-img" src="https://whky.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/04/NCDOT-Pic-040125.jpg" alt="NCDOT Issues Update On Post Helene Recovery Efforts" loading="lazy"><div class="vc_gitem-zone-mini"></div></div></div><div class="vc_gitem-zone vc_gitem-zone-c vc_custom_1419240516480"><div class="vc_gitem-zone-mini"><div class="vc_gitem_row vc_row vc_gitem-row-position-top"><div class="vc_col-sm-12 vc_gitem-col vc_gitem-col-align-"><div class="vc_custom_heading vc_gitem-post-data vc_gitem-post-data-source-post_title" ><h4 style="text-align: left" >NCDOT Issues Update On Post Helene Recovery Efforts</h4></div><div class="vc_custom_heading vc_gitem-post-data vc_gitem-post-data-source-post_excerpt" ><p style="text-align: left" ><p>The North Carolina Department of Transportation (NCDOT) provided an update of the progress of repairs in western North Carolina. The report was issued six months after Hurricane Helene caused extensive&hellip;</p> </p></div><div class="vc_btn3-container vc_btn3-left"><a class="vc_general vc_btn3 vc_btn3-size-md vc_btn3-shape-rounded vc_btn3-style-flat vc_btn3-color-juicy-pink" a href="https://whky.com/ncdot-issues-update-on-post-helene-recovery-efforts/" class="vc_gitem-link vc_general vc_btn3 vc_general vc_btn3 vc_btn3-size-md vc_btn3-shape-rounded vc_btn3-style-flat vc_btn3-color-juicy-pink" title="Read more">Read more</a></div></div></div></div></div></div><div class="vc_clearfix"></div></div><div class="vc_grid-item vc_clearfix vc_col-sm-3 vc_grid-item-zone-c-bottom"><div class="vc_grid-item-mini vc_clearfix "><div class="vc_gitem-animated-block" ><div class="vc_gitem-zone vc_gitem-zone-a vc-gitem-zone-height-mode-auto vc-gitem-zone-height-mode-auto-1-1 vc_gitem-is-link" style="background-image: url('https://whky.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/04/Alexander-Alison-040125.jpg') !important;"><a href="https://whky.com/new-assistant-executive-director-named-at-wpcog/" title="New Assistant Executive Director Named At WPCOG" class="vc_gitem-link vc-zone-link" ></a><img class="vc_gitem-zone-img" src="https://whky.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/04/Alexander-Alison-040125.jpg" alt="New Assistant Executive Director Named At WPCOG" loading="lazy"><div class="vc_gitem-zone-mini"></div></div></div><div class="vc_gitem-zone vc_gitem-zone-c vc_custom_1419240516480"><div class="vc_gitem-zone-mini"><div class="vc_gitem_row vc_row vc_gitem-row-position-top"><div class="vc_col-sm-12 vc_gitem-col vc_gitem-col-align-"><div class="vc_custom_heading vc_gitem-post-data vc_gitem-post-data-source-post_title" ><h4 style="text-align: left" >New Assistant Executive Director Named At WPCOG</h4></div><div class="vc_custom_heading vc_gitem-post-data vc_gitem-post-data-source-post_excerpt" ><p style="text-align: left" ><p>The Western Piedmont Council of Governments (WPCOG) announces appointment of its new assistant executive director. WPCOG Executive Director Anthony Starr has appointed Alison Alexander to the role. Following the retirement&hellip;</p> </p></div><div class="vc_btn3-container vc_btn3-left"><a class="vc_general vc_btn3 vc_btn3-size-md vc_btn3-shape-rounded vc_btn3-style-flat vc_btn3-color-juicy-pink" a href="https://whky.com/new-assistant-executive-director-named-at-wpcog/" class="vc_gitem-link vc_general vc_btn3 vc_general vc_btn3 vc_btn3-size-md vc_btn3-shape-rounded vc_btn3-style-flat vc_btn3-color-juicy-pink" title="Read more">Read more</a></div></div></div></div></div></div><div class="vc_clearfix"></div></div><div class="vc_grid-item vc_clearfix vc_col-sm-3 vc_grid-item-zone-c-bottom"><div class="vc_grid-item-mini vc_clearfix "><div class="vc_gitem-animated-block" ><div class="vc_gitem-zone vc_gitem-zone-a vc-gitem-zone-height-mode-auto vc-gitem-zone-height-mode-auto-1-1 vc_gitem-is-link" style="background-image: url('https://whky.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/09/Hickory-Logo-091324.jpg') !important;"><a href="https://whky.com/hickory-city-council-meets-tuesday-several-items-on-agenda/" title="Hickory City Council Meets Tuesday, Several Items On Agenda" class="vc_gitem-link vc-zone-link" ></a><img class="vc_gitem-zone-img" src="https://whky.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/09/Hickory-Logo-091324.jpg" alt="Hickory City Council Meets Tuesday, Several Items On Agenda" loading="lazy"><div class="vc_gitem-zone-mini"></div></div></div><div class="vc_gitem-zone vc_gitem-zone-c vc_custom_1419240516480"><div class="vc_gitem-zone-mini"><div class="vc_gitem_row vc_row vc_gitem-row-position-top"><div class="vc_col-sm-12 vc_gitem-col vc_gitem-col-align-"><div class="vc_custom_heading vc_gitem-post-data vc_gitem-post-data-source-post_title" ><h4 style="text-align: left" >Hickory City Council Meets Tuesday, Several Items On Agenda</h4></div><div class="vc_custom_heading vc_gitem-post-data vc_gitem-post-data-source-post_excerpt" ><p style="text-align: left" ><p>Hickory City Council meets in regular session Tuesday (April 1). Under second readings on Tuesday&#8217;s agenda is the consideration of a Rezoning Petition for Property at 209 29th Avenue NE&hellip;</p> </p></div><div class="vc_btn3-container vc_btn3-left"><a class="vc_general vc_btn3 vc_btn3-size-md vc_btn3-shape-rounded vc_btn3-style-flat vc_btn3-color-juicy-pink" a href="https://whky.com/hickory-city-council-meets-tuesday-several-items-on-agenda/" class="vc_gitem-link vc_general vc_btn3 vc_general vc_btn3 vc_btn3-size-md vc_btn3-shape-rounded vc_btn3-style-flat vc_btn3-color-juicy-pink" title="Read more">Read more</a></div></div></div></div></div></div><div class="vc_clearfix"></div></div><div class="vc_grid-item vc_clearfix vc_col-sm-3 vc_grid-item-zone-c-bottom"><div class="vc_grid-item-mini vc_clearfix "><div class="vc_gitem-animated-block" ><div class="vc_gitem-zone vc_gitem-zone-a vc-gitem-zone-height-mode-auto vc-gitem-zone-height-mode-auto-1-1 vc_gitem-is-link" style="background-image: url('https://whky.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/03/Iredell-Memorial-Hospital-033125.jpg') !important;"><a href="https://whky.com/visitor-restrictions-lifted-at-area-hospital/" title="Visitor Restrictions Lifted At Area Hospital" class="vc_gitem-link vc-zone-link" ></a><img class="vc_gitem-zone-img" src="https://whky.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/03/Iredell-Memorial-Hospital-033125.jpg" alt="Visitor Restrictions Lifted At Area Hospital" loading="lazy"><div class="vc_gitem-zone-mini"></div></div></div><div class="vc_gitem-zone vc_gitem-zone-c vc_custom_1419240516480"><div class="vc_gitem-zone-mini"><div class="vc_gitem_row vc_row vc_gitem-row-position-top"><div class="vc_col-sm-12 vc_gitem-col vc_gitem-col-align-"><div class="vc_custom_heading vc_gitem-post-data vc_gitem-post-data-source-post_title" ><h4 style="text-align: left" >Visitor Restrictions Lifted At Area Hospital</h4></div><div class="vc_custom_heading vc_gitem-post-data vc_gitem-post-data-source-post_excerpt" ><p style="text-align: left" ><p>Iredell Health System lifted its temporary visitor restrictions at Iredell Memorial Hospital, effective Friday, March 28. The health system implemented the restrictions on January 14, asking guests not to bring&hellip;</p> </p></div><div class="vc_btn3-container vc_btn3-left"><a class="vc_general vc_btn3 vc_btn3-size-md vc_btn3-shape-rounded vc_btn3-style-flat vc_btn3-color-juicy-pink" a href="https://whky.com/visitor-restrictions-lifted-at-area-hospital/" class="vc_gitem-link vc_general vc_btn3 vc_general vc_btn3 vc_btn3-size-md vc_btn3-shape-rounded vc_btn3-style-flat vc_btn3-color-juicy-pink" title="Read more">Read more</a></div></div></div></div></div></div><div class="vc_clearfix"></div></div><div class="vc_grid-item vc_clearfix vc_col-sm-3 vc_grid-item-zone-c-bottom"><div class="vc_grid-item-mini vc_clearfix "><div class="vc_gitem-animated-block" ><div class="vc_gitem-zone vc_gitem-zone-a vc-gitem-zone-height-mode-auto vc-gitem-zone-height-mode-auto-1-1 vc_gitem-is-link" style="background-image: url('https://whky.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/03/Burke-Property-No-Trespassing-Sign-033125-1024x680.jpg') !important;"><a href="https://whky.com/final-judgement-ordered-in-burke-county-nuisance-case/" title="Final Judgement Ordered In Burke County Nuisance Case" class="vc_gitem-link vc-zone-link" ></a><img class="vc_gitem-zone-img" src="https://whky.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/03/Burke-Property-No-Trespassing-Sign-033125-1024x680.jpg" alt="Final Judgement Ordered In Burke County Nuisance Case" loading="lazy"><div class="vc_gitem-zone-mini"></div></div></div><div class="vc_gitem-zone vc_gitem-zone-c vc_custom_1419240516480"><div class="vc_gitem-zone-mini"><div class="vc_gitem_row vc_row vc_gitem-row-position-top"><div class="vc_col-sm-12 vc_gitem-col vc_gitem-col-align-"><div class="vc_custom_heading vc_gitem-post-data vc_gitem-post-data-source-post_title" ><h4 style="text-align: left" >Final Judgement Ordered In Burke County Nuisance Case</h4></div><div class="vc_custom_heading vc_gitem-post-data vc_gitem-post-data-source-post_excerpt" ><p style="text-align: left" ><p>After numerous ongoing criminal and drug-related offenses, along with repeated community complaints, Burke County Sheriff Banks Hinceman sought assistance from the Alcohol Law Enforcement Division to address the property at&hellip;</p> </p></div><div class="vc_btn3-container vc_btn3-left"><a class="vc_general vc_btn3 vc_btn3-size-md vc_btn3-shape-rounded vc_btn3-style-flat vc_btn3-color-juicy-pink" a href="https://whky.com/final-judgement-ordered-in-burke-county-nuisance-case/" class="vc_gitem-link vc_general vc_btn3 vc_general vc_btn3 vc_btn3-size-md vc_btn3-shape-rounded vc_btn3-style-flat vc_btn3-color-juicy-pink" title="Read more">Read more</a></div></div></div></div></div></div><div class="vc_clearfix"></div></div><div class="vc_grid-item vc_clearfix vc_col-sm-3 vc_grid-item-zone-c-bottom"><div class="vc_grid-item-mini vc_clearfix "><div class="vc_gitem-animated-block" ><div class="vc_gitem-zone vc_gitem-zone-a vc-gitem-zone-height-mode-auto vc-gitem-zone-height-mode-auto-1-1 vc_gitem-is-link" style="background-image: url('https://whky.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/11/Scam-Alert-graphic-112024.jpg') !important;"><a href="https://whky.com/scam-warning-issued-by-law-enforcement/" title="Scam Warning Issued By Law Enforcement" class="vc_gitem-link vc-zone-link" ></a><img class="vc_gitem-zone-img" src="https://whky.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/11/Scam-Alert-graphic-112024.jpg" alt="Scam Warning Issued By Law Enforcement" loading="lazy"><div class="vc_gitem-zone-mini"></div></div></div><div class="vc_gitem-zone vc_gitem-zone-c vc_custom_1419240516480"><div class="vc_gitem-zone-mini"><div class="vc_gitem_row vc_row vc_gitem-row-position-top"><div class="vc_col-sm-12 vc_gitem-col vc_gitem-col-align-"><div class="vc_custom_heading vc_gitem-post-data vc_gitem-post-data-source-post_title" ><h4 style="text-align: left" >Scam Warning Issued By Law Enforcement</h4></div><div class="vc_custom_heading vc_gitem-post-data vc_gitem-post-data-source-post_excerpt" ><p style="text-align: left" ><p>A local law enforcement agency is warning the public about a scam. Someone is calling residents pretending to be Lt. Jacob Reynolds from the Burke County Sheriff’s Office, claiming they&hellip;</p> </p></div><div class="vc_btn3-container vc_btn3-left"><a class="vc_general vc_btn3 vc_btn3-size-md vc_btn3-shape-rounded vc_btn3-style-flat vc_btn3-color-juicy-pink" a href="https://whky.com/scam-warning-issued-by-law-enforcement/" class="vc_gitem-link vc_general vc_btn3 vc_general vc_btn3 vc_btn3-size-md vc_btn3-shape-rounded vc_btn3-style-flat vc_btn3-color-juicy-pink" title="Read more">Read more</a></div></div></div></div></div></div><div class="vc_clearfix"></div></div><div class="vc_grid-item vc_clearfix vc_col-sm-3 vc_grid-item-zone-c-bottom"><div class="vc_grid-item-mini vc_clearfix "><div class="vc_gitem-animated-block" ><div class="vc_gitem-zone vc_gitem-zone-a vc-gitem-zone-height-mode-auto vc-gitem-zone-height-mode-auto-1-1 vc_gitem-is-link" style="background-image: url('https://whky.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/03/CoMMA-Pic-033125.jpg') !important;"><a href="https://whky.com/substance-use-disorder-forum-set-for-april-22-in-morganton/" title="Substance Use Disorder Forum Set for April 22 in Morganton" class="vc_gitem-link vc-zone-link" ></a><img class="vc_gitem-zone-img" src="https://whky.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/03/CoMMA-Pic-033125.jpg" alt="Substance Use Disorder Forum Set for April 22 in Morganton" loading="lazy"><div class="vc_gitem-zone-mini"></div></div></div><div class="vc_gitem-zone vc_gitem-zone-c vc_custom_1419240516480"><div class="vc_gitem-zone-mini"><div class="vc_gitem_row vc_row vc_gitem-row-position-top"><div class="vc_col-sm-12 vc_gitem-col vc_gitem-col-align-"><div class="vc_custom_heading vc_gitem-post-data vc_gitem-post-data-source-post_title" ><h4 style="text-align: left" >Substance Use Disorder Forum Set for April 22 in Morganton</h4></div><div class="vc_custom_heading vc_gitem-post-data vc_gitem-post-data-source-post_excerpt" ><p style="text-align: left" ><p>The community is invited to a special forum on Substance Use Disorder at 5 p.m. on Monday, April 22, at the CoMMA Performing Arts Center in Morganton. The event will&hellip;</p> </p></div><div class="vc_btn3-container vc_btn3-left"><a class="vc_general vc_btn3 vc_btn3-size-md vc_btn3-shape-rounded vc_btn3-style-flat vc_btn3-color-juicy-pink" a href="https://whky.com/substance-use-disorder-forum-set-for-april-22-in-morganton/" class="vc_gitem-link vc_general vc_btn3 vc_general vc_btn3 vc_btn3-size-md vc_btn3-shape-rounded vc_btn3-style-flat vc_btn3-color-juicy-pink" title="Read more">Read more</a></div></div></div></div></div></div><div class="vc_clearfix"></div></div><div class="vc_grid-item vc_clearfix vc_col-sm-3 vc_grid-item-zone-c-bottom"><div class="vc_grid-item-mini vc_clearfix "><div class="vc_gitem-animated-block" ><div class="vc_gitem-zone vc_gitem-zone-a vc-gitem-zone-height-mode-auto vc-gitem-zone-height-mode-auto-1-1 vc_gitem-is-link" style="background-image: url('https://whky.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/03/IMG_2460-1024x768.jpeg') !important;"><a href="https://whky.com/truck-becomes-entangled-in-power-lines-poles-pulled-down/" title="Truck Becomes Entangled In Power Lines, Poles Pulled Down" class="vc_gitem-link vc-zone-link" ></a><img class="vc_gitem-zone-img" src="https://whky.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/03/IMG_2460-1024x768.jpeg" alt="Truck Becomes Entangled In Power Lines, Poles Pulled Down" loading="lazy"><div class="vc_gitem-zone-mini"></div></div></div><div class="vc_gitem-zone vc_gitem-zone-c vc_custom_1419240516480"><div class="vc_gitem-zone-mini"><div class="vc_gitem_row vc_row vc_gitem-row-position-top"><div class="vc_col-sm-12 vc_gitem-col vc_gitem-col-align-"><div class="vc_custom_heading vc_gitem-post-data vc_gitem-post-data-source-post_title" ><h4 style="text-align: left" >Truck Becomes Entangled In Power Lines, Poles Pulled Down</h4></div><div class="vc_custom_heading vc_gitem-post-data vc_gitem-post-data-source-post_excerpt" ><p style="text-align: left" ><p>Crews from Chesterfield Fire Rescue responded to Pax Hill Road in Burke County following an incident Saturday afternoon (March 29). An electrical hazard that occured when a debris removal truck&hellip;</p> </p></div><div class="vc_btn3-container vc_btn3-left"><a class="vc_general vc_btn3 vc_btn3-size-md vc_btn3-shape-rounded vc_btn3-style-flat vc_btn3-color-juicy-pink" a href="https://whky.com/truck-becomes-entangled-in-power-lines-poles-pulled-down/" class="vc_gitem-link vc_general vc_btn3 vc_general vc_btn3 vc_btn3-size-md vc_btn3-shape-rounded vc_btn3-style-flat vc_btn3-color-juicy-pink" title="Read more">Read more</a></div></div></div></div></div></div><div class="vc_clearfix"></div></div><div class="vc_grid-item vc_clearfix vc_col-sm-3 vc_grid-item-zone-c-bottom"><div class="vc_grid-item-mini vc_clearfix "><div class="vc_gitem-animated-block" ><div class="vc_gitem-zone vc_gitem-zone-a vc-gitem-zone-height-mode-auto vc-gitem-zone-height-mode-auto-1-1 vc_gitem-is-link" style="background-image: url('https://whky.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/01/Fatal-Crash-Generic-Graphic-010623.jpg') !important;"><a href="https://whky.com/crash-involving-motorcycle-results-in-fatality/" title="Crash Involving Motorcycle Results In Fatality" class="vc_gitem-link vc-zone-link" ></a><img class="vc_gitem-zone-img" src="https://whky.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/01/Fatal-Crash-Generic-Graphic-010623.jpg" alt="Crash Involving Motorcycle Results In Fatality" loading="lazy"><div class="vc_gitem-zone-mini"></div></div></div><div class="vc_gitem-zone vc_gitem-zone-c vc_custom_1419240516480"><div class="vc_gitem-zone-mini"><div class="vc_gitem_row vc_row vc_gitem-row-position-top"><div class="vc_col-sm-12 vc_gitem-col vc_gitem-col-align-"><div class="vc_custom_heading vc_gitem-post-data vc_gitem-post-data-source-post_title" ><h4 style="text-align: left" >Crash Involving Motorcycle Results In Fatality</h4></div><div class="vc_custom_heading vc_gitem-post-data vc_gitem-post-data-source-post_excerpt" ><p style="text-align: left" ><p>An Alexander County resident was killed in a crash involving a motorcycle Friday (March 28). The deceased is 35-year-old Samuel Jarrett Killian of Taylorsville. Friday at approximately 5:40 p.m., the&hellip;</p> </p></div><div class="vc_btn3-container vc_btn3-left"><a class="vc_general vc_btn3 vc_btn3-size-md vc_btn3-shape-rounded vc_btn3-style-flat vc_btn3-color-juicy-pink" a href="https://whky.com/crash-involving-motorcycle-results-in-fatality/" class="vc_gitem-link vc_general vc_btn3 vc_general vc_btn3 vc_btn3-size-md vc_btn3-shape-rounded vc_btn3-style-flat vc_btn3-color-juicy-pink" title="Read more">Read more</a></div></div></div></div></div></div><div class="vc_clearfix"></div></div><div class="vc_grid-item vc_clearfix vc_col-sm-3 vc_grid-item-zone-c-bottom"><div class="vc_grid-item-mini vc_clearfix "><div class="vc_gitem-animated-block" ><div class="vc_gitem-zone vc_gitem-zone-a vc-gitem-zone-height-mode-auto vc-gitem-zone-height-mode-auto-1-1 vc_gitem-is-link" style="background-image: url('https://whky.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/03/IMG_2448-1024x599.jpeg') !important;"><a href="https://whky.com/brush-fire-reported-in-catawba-county-friday/" title="Brush Fire Reported In Catawba County Friday" class="vc_gitem-link vc-zone-link" ></a><img class="vc_gitem-zone-img" src="https://whky.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/03/IMG_2448-1024x599.jpeg" alt="Brush Fire Reported In Catawba County Friday" loading="lazy"><div class="vc_gitem-zone-mini"></div></div></div><div class="vc_gitem-zone vc_gitem-zone-c vc_custom_1419240516480"><div class="vc_gitem-zone-mini"><div class="vc_gitem_row vc_row vc_gitem-row-position-top"><div class="vc_col-sm-12 vc_gitem-col vc_gitem-col-align-"><div class="vc_custom_heading vc_gitem-post-data vc_gitem-post-data-source-post_title" ><h4 style="text-align: left" >Brush Fire Reported In Catawba County Friday</h4></div><div class="vc_custom_heading vc_gitem-post-data vc_gitem-post-data-source-post_excerpt" ><p style="text-align: left" ><p>A brush fire was reported in Conover. According to the Conover Fire Department, at approximately 4:00 p.m. Friday (March 28) smoke was reported off Herman Sipe Road in Conover. As&hellip;</p> </p></div><div class="vc_btn3-container vc_btn3-left"><a class="vc_general vc_btn3 vc_btn3-size-md vc_btn3-shape-rounded vc_btn3-style-flat vc_btn3-color-juicy-pink" a href="https://whky.com/brush-fire-reported-in-catawba-county-friday/" class="vc_gitem-link vc_general vc_btn3 vc_general vc_btn3 vc_btn3-size-md vc_btn3-shape-rounded vc_btn3-style-flat vc_btn3-color-juicy-pink" title="Read more">Read more</a></div></div></div></div></div></div><div class="vc_clearfix"></div></div><div class="vc_grid-item vc_clearfix vc_col-sm-3 vc_grid-item-zone-c-bottom"><div class="vc_grid-item-mini vc_clearfix "><div class="vc_gitem-animated-block" ><div class="vc_gitem-zone vc_gitem-zone-a vc-gitem-zone-height-mode-auto vc-gitem-zone-height-mode-auto-1-1 vc_gitem-is-link" style="background-image: url('https://whky.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/03/IMG_2443.jpeg') !important;"><a href="https://whky.com/grass-fire-reported-near-i-40-in-conover/" title="Grass Fire Reported Near I-40 In Conover" class="vc_gitem-link vc-zone-link" ></a><img class="vc_gitem-zone-img" src="https://whky.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/03/IMG_2443.jpeg" alt="Grass Fire Reported Near I-40 In Conover" loading="lazy"><div class="vc_gitem-zone-mini"></div></div></div><div class="vc_gitem-zone vc_gitem-zone-c vc_custom_1419240516480"><div class="vc_gitem-zone-mini"><div class="vc_gitem_row vc_row vc_gitem-row-position-top"><div class="vc_col-sm-12 vc_gitem-col vc_gitem-col-align-"><div class="vc_custom_heading vc_gitem-post-data vc_gitem-post-data-source-post_title" ><h4 style="text-align: left" >Grass Fire Reported Near I-40 In Conover</h4></div><div class="vc_custom_heading vc_gitem-post-data vc_gitem-post-data-source-post_excerpt" ><p style="text-align: left" ><p>According to published reports, a grass or woods fire erupted late Friday afternoon (March 28) off Fairgrove Church Road in Conover. The fire broke out near the intersection with Interstate&hellip;</p> </p></div><div class="vc_btn3-container vc_btn3-left"><a class="vc_general vc_btn3 vc_btn3-size-md vc_btn3-shape-rounded vc_btn3-style-flat vc_btn3-color-juicy-pink" a href="https://whky.com/grass-fire-reported-near-i-40-in-conover/" class="vc_gitem-link vc_general vc_btn3 vc_general vc_btn3 vc_btn3-size-md vc_btn3-shape-rounded vc_btn3-style-flat vc_btn3-color-juicy-pink" title="Read more">Read more</a></div></div></div></div></div></div><div class="vc_clearfix"></div></div><div class="vc_grid-item vc_clearfix vc_col-sm-3 vc_grid-item-zone-c-bottom"><div class="vc_grid-item-mini vc_clearfix "><div class="vc_gitem-animated-block" ><div class="vc_gitem-zone vc_gitem-zone-a vc-gitem-zone-height-mode-auto vc-gitem-zone-height-mode-auto-1-1 vc_gitem-is-link" style="background-image: url('https://whky.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/04/NCEL-Cash-5-Logo-040721.jpg') !important;"><a href="https://whky.com/hickory-man-wins-over-320k-in-lotterys-cash-5-game/" title="Hickory Man Wins Over $320K in Lottery&#8217;s Cash 5 Game" class="vc_gitem-link vc-zone-link" ></a><img class="vc_gitem-zone-img" src="https://whky.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/04/NCEL-Cash-5-Logo-040721.jpg" alt="Hickory Man Wins Over $320K in Lottery's Cash 5 Game" loading="lazy"><div class="vc_gitem-zone-mini"></div></div></div><div class="vc_gitem-zone vc_gitem-zone-c vc_custom_1419240516480"><div class="vc_gitem-zone-mini"><div class="vc_gitem_row vc_row vc_gitem-row-position-top"><div class="vc_col-sm-12 vc_gitem-col vc_gitem-col-align-"><div class="vc_custom_heading vc_gitem-post-data vc_gitem-post-data-source-post_title" ><h4 style="text-align: left" >Hickory Man Wins Over $320K in Lottery&#8217;s Cash 5 Game</h4></div><div class="vc_custom_heading vc_gitem-post-data vc_gitem-post-data-source-post_excerpt" ><p style="text-align: left" ><p>Mark Richards of Hickory has won a $320,722 Cash 5 jackpot in the North Carolina Education Lottery. Mr. Richards bought his $1 Quick Pick ticket from Total Convenience Market on&hellip;</p> </p></div><div class="vc_btn3-container vc_btn3-left"><a class="vc_general vc_btn3 vc_btn3-size-md vc_btn3-shape-rounded vc_btn3-style-flat vc_btn3-color-juicy-pink" a href="https://whky.com/hickory-man-wins-over-320k-in-lotterys-cash-5-game/" class="vc_gitem-link vc_general vc_btn3 vc_general vc_btn3 vc_btn3-size-md vc_btn3-shape-rounded vc_btn3-style-flat vc_btn3-color-juicy-pink" title="Read more">Read more</a></div></div></div></div></div></div><div class="vc_clearfix"></div></div><div class="vc_grid-item vc_clearfix vc_col-sm-3 vc_grid-item-zone-c-bottom"><div class="vc_grid-item-mini vc_clearfix "><div class="vc_gitem-animated-block" ><div class="vc_gitem-zone vc_gitem-zone-a vc-gitem-zone-height-mode-auto vc-gitem-zone-height-mode-auto-1-1 vc_gitem-is-link" style="background-image: url('https://whky.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/03/North-Carolina-State-Of-Emergency-Pic-032825.jpg') !important;"><a href="https://whky.com/governor-issues-state-of-emergency-to-respond-to-wildfires-hickory-metro-counties-included/" title="Governor Issues State Of Emergency To Respond To Wildfires, Hickory Metro Counties Included" class="vc_gitem-link vc-zone-link" ></a><img class="vc_gitem-zone-img" src="https://whky.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/03/North-Carolina-State-Of-Emergency-Pic-032825.jpg" alt="Governor Issues State Of Emergency To Respond To Wildfires, Hickory Metro Counties Included" loading="lazy"><div class="vc_gitem-zone-mini"></div></div></div><div class="vc_gitem-zone vc_gitem-zone-c vc_custom_1419240516480"><div class="vc_gitem-zone-mini"><div class="vc_gitem_row vc_row vc_gitem-row-position-top"><div class="vc_col-sm-12 vc_gitem-col vc_gitem-col-align-"><div class="vc_custom_heading vc_gitem-post-data vc_gitem-post-data-source-post_title" ><h4 style="text-align: left" >Governor Issues State Of Emergency To Respond To Wildfires, Hickory Metro Counties Included</h4></div><div class="vc_custom_heading vc_gitem-post-data vc_gitem-post-data-source-post_excerpt" ><p style="text-align: left" ><p>On Thursday, North Carolina Governor Josh Stein issued a State of Emergency to expand the state’s capacity to respond to the wildfires burning in western North Carolina. The Governor and&hellip;</p> </p></div><div class="vc_btn3-container vc_btn3-left"><a class="vc_general vc_btn3 vc_btn3-size-md vc_btn3-shape-rounded vc_btn3-style-flat vc_btn3-color-juicy-pink" a href="https://whky.com/governor-issues-state-of-emergency-to-respond-to-wildfires-hickory-metro-counties-included/" class="vc_gitem-link vc_general vc_btn3 vc_general vc_btn3 vc_btn3-size-md vc_btn3-shape-rounded vc_btn3-style-flat vc_btn3-color-juicy-pink" title="Read more">Read more</a></div></div></div></div></div></div><div class="vc_clearfix"></div></div><div class="vc_grid-item vc_clearfix vc_col-sm-3 vc_grid-item-zone-c-bottom"><div class="vc_grid-item-mini vc_clearfix "><div class="vc_gitem-animated-block" ><div class="vc_gitem-zone vc_gitem-zone-a vc-gitem-zone-height-mode-auto vc-gitem-zone-height-mode-auto-1-1 vc_gitem-is-link" style="background-image: url('https://whky.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/03/Portillo-Adela-032825.jpg') !important;"><a href="https://whky.com/man-charged-in-connection-to-crash-that-claimed-womans-life-in-statesville/" title="Man Charged In Connection To Crash That Claimed Woman&#8217;s Life In Statesville" class="vc_gitem-link vc-zone-link" ></a><img class="vc_gitem-zone-img" src="https://whky.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/03/Portillo-Adela-032825.jpg" alt="Man Charged In Connection To Crash That Claimed Woman's Life In Statesville" loading="lazy"><div class="vc_gitem-zone-mini"></div></div></div><div class="vc_gitem-zone vc_gitem-zone-c vc_custom_1419240516480"><div class="vc_gitem-zone-mini"><div class="vc_gitem_row vc_row vc_gitem-row-position-top"><div class="vc_col-sm-12 vc_gitem-col vc_gitem-col-align-"><div class="vc_custom_heading vc_gitem-post-data vc_gitem-post-data-source-post_title" ><h4 style="text-align: left" >Man Charged In Connection To Crash That Claimed Woman&#8217;s Life In Statesville</h4></div><div class="vc_custom_heading vc_gitem-post-data vc_gitem-post-data-source-post_excerpt" ><p style="text-align: left" ><p>An arrest was made in connection to a fatal crash earlier this week. The crash occurred at approximately 10 p.m. Tuesday (March 25). The deceased is 21-year-old Adela Portillo of&hellip;</p> </p></div><div class="vc_btn3-container vc_btn3-left"><a class="vc_general vc_btn3 vc_btn3-size-md vc_btn3-shape-rounded vc_btn3-style-flat vc_btn3-color-juicy-pink" a href="https://whky.com/man-charged-in-connection-to-crash-that-claimed-womans-life-in-statesville/" class="vc_gitem-link vc_general vc_btn3 vc_general vc_btn3 vc_btn3-size-md vc_btn3-shape-rounded vc_btn3-style-flat vc_btn3-color-juicy-pink" title="Read more">Read more</a></div></div></div></div></div></div><div class="vc_clearfix"></div></div><div class="vc_grid-item vc_clearfix vc_col-sm-3 vc_grid-item-zone-c-bottom"><div class="vc_grid-item-mini vc_clearfix "><div class="vc_gitem-animated-block" ><div class="vc_gitem-zone vc_gitem-zone-a vc-gitem-zone-height-mode-auto vc-gitem-zone-height-mode-auto-1-1 vc_gitem-is-link" style="background-image: url('https://whky.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/12/NC-Dept-of-Commerce-logo-120623.jpg') !important;"><a href="https://whky.com/action-plan-submitted-for-grant-to-address-housing-needs-in-western-n-c/" title="Action Plan Submitted For Grant To Address Housing Needs In Western N.C." class="vc_gitem-link vc-zone-link" ></a><img class="vc_gitem-zone-img" src="https://whky.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/12/NC-Dept-of-Commerce-logo-120623.jpg" alt="Action Plan Submitted For Grant To Address Housing Needs In Western N.C." loading="lazy"><div class="vc_gitem-zone-mini"></div></div></div><div class="vc_gitem-zone vc_gitem-zone-c vc_custom_1419240516480"><div class="vc_gitem-zone-mini"><div class="vc_gitem_row vc_row vc_gitem-row-position-top"><div class="vc_col-sm-12 vc_gitem-col vc_gitem-col-align-"><div class="vc_custom_heading vc_gitem-post-data vc_gitem-post-data-source-post_title" ><h4 style="text-align: left" >Action Plan Submitted For Grant To Address Housing Needs In Western N.C.</h4></div><div class="vc_custom_heading vc_gitem-post-data vc_gitem-post-data-source-post_excerpt" ><p style="text-align: left" ><p>On Wednesday (March 26) North Carolina Governor Josh Stein submitted the state’s proposed Action Plan for a $1.4 billion federal disaster recovery grant to address unmet housing, infrastructure, and economic&hellip;</p> </p></div><div class="vc_btn3-container vc_btn3-left"><a class="vc_general vc_btn3 vc_btn3-size-md vc_btn3-shape-rounded vc_btn3-style-flat vc_btn3-color-juicy-pink" a href="https://whky.com/action-plan-submitted-for-grant-to-address-housing-needs-in-western-n-c/" class="vc_gitem-link vc_general vc_btn3 vc_general vc_btn3 vc_btn3-size-md vc_btn3-shape-rounded vc_btn3-style-flat vc_btn3-color-juicy-pink" title="Read more">Read more</a></div></div></div></div></div></div><div class="vc_clearfix"></div></div><div class="vc_grid-item vc_clearfix vc_col-sm-3 vc_grid-item-zone-c-bottom"><div class="vc_grid-item-mini vc_clearfix "><div class="vc_gitem-animated-block" ><div class="vc_gitem-zone vc_gitem-zone-a vc-gitem-zone-height-mode-auto vc-gitem-zone-height-mode-auto-1-1 vc_gitem-is-link" style="background-image: url('https://whky.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/10/NCDOI-Logo-100724.jpg') !important;"><a href="https://whky.com/hearing-date-set-for-proposed-auto-insurance-rate-increase-in-n-c/" title="Hearing Date Set For Proposed Auto Insurance Rate Increase In N.C." class="vc_gitem-link vc-zone-link" ></a><img class="vc_gitem-zone-img" src="https://whky.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/10/NCDOI-Logo-100724.jpg" alt="Hearing Date Set For Proposed Auto Insurance Rate Increase In N.C." loading="lazy"><div class="vc_gitem-zone-mini"></div></div></div><div class="vc_gitem-zone vc_gitem-zone-c vc_custom_1419240516480"><div class="vc_gitem-zone-mini"><div class="vc_gitem_row vc_row vc_gitem-row-position-top"><div class="vc_col-sm-12 vc_gitem-col vc_gitem-col-align-"><div class="vc_custom_heading vc_gitem-post-data vc_gitem-post-data-source-post_title" ><h4 style="text-align: left" >Hearing Date Set For Proposed Auto Insurance Rate Increase In N.C.</h4></div><div class="vc_custom_heading vc_gitem-post-data vc_gitem-post-data-source-post_excerpt" ><p style="text-align: left" ><p>North Carolina Insurance Commissioner Mike Causey has set September 22 as the hearing date for the North Carolina Rate Bureau’s proposed 23% automobile insurance rate increase. “We are not in&hellip;</p> </p></div><div class="vc_btn3-container vc_btn3-left"><a class="vc_general vc_btn3 vc_btn3-size-md vc_btn3-shape-rounded vc_btn3-style-flat vc_btn3-color-juicy-pink" a href="https://whky.com/hearing-date-set-for-proposed-auto-insurance-rate-increase-in-n-c/" class="vc_gitem-link vc_general vc_btn3 vc_general vc_btn3 vc_btn3-size-md vc_btn3-shape-rounded vc_btn3-style-flat vc_btn3-color-juicy-pink" title="Read more">Read more</a></div></div></div></div></div></div><div class="vc_clearfix"></div></div><div class="vc_grid-item vc_clearfix vc_col-sm-3 vc_grid-item-zone-c-bottom"><div class="vc_grid-item-mini vc_clearfix "><div class="vc_gitem-animated-block" ><div class="vc_gitem-zone vc_gitem-zone-a vc-gitem-zone-height-mode-auto vc-gitem-zone-height-mode-auto-1-1 vc_gitem-is-link" style="background-image: url('https://whky.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/04/NC-Highway-Patrol-Badge-123020.jpg') !important;"><a href="https://whky.com/newton-man-killed-in-thursday-morning-crash/" title="Newton Man Killed in Thursday Morning Crash" class="vc_gitem-link vc-zone-link" ></a><img class="vc_gitem-zone-img" src="https://whky.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/04/NC-Highway-Patrol-Badge-123020.jpg" alt="Newton Man Killed in Thursday Morning Crash" loading="lazy"><div class="vc_gitem-zone-mini"></div></div></div><div class="vc_gitem-zone vc_gitem-zone-c vc_custom_1419240516480"><div class="vc_gitem-zone-mini"><div class="vc_gitem_row vc_row vc_gitem-row-position-top"><div class="vc_col-sm-12 vc_gitem-col vc_gitem-col-align-"><div class="vc_custom_heading vc_gitem-post-data vc_gitem-post-data-source-post_title" ><h4 style="text-align: left" >Newton Man Killed in Thursday Morning Crash</h4></div><div class="vc_custom_heading vc_gitem-post-data vc_gitem-post-data-source-post_excerpt" ><p style="text-align: left" ><p>At about 1:50 this morning (March 27), the North Carolina State Highway Patrol responded to a fatal collision in Catawba County on N.C. Highway 127 near N.C. Highway 10. The&hellip;</p> </p></div><div class="vc_btn3-container vc_btn3-left"><a class="vc_general vc_btn3 vc_btn3-size-md vc_btn3-shape-rounded vc_btn3-style-flat vc_btn3-color-juicy-pink" a href="https://whky.com/newton-man-killed-in-thursday-morning-crash/" class="vc_gitem-link vc_general vc_btn3 vc_general vc_btn3 vc_btn3-size-md vc_btn3-shape-rounded vc_btn3-style-flat vc_btn3-color-juicy-pink" title="Read more">Read more</a></div></div></div></div></div></div><div class="vc_clearfix"></div></div><div class="vc_grid-item vc_clearfix vc_col-sm-3 vc_grid-item-zone-c-bottom"><div class="vc_grid-item-mini vc_clearfix "><div class="vc_gitem-animated-block" ><div class="vc_gitem-zone vc_gitem-zone-a vc-gitem-zone-height-mode-auto vc-gitem-zone-height-mode-auto-1-1 vc_gitem-is-link" style="background-image: url('https://whky.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/03/Cabe-Matthew-from-FB-032725.jpg') !important;"><a href="https://whky.com/morganton-native-appointed-as-district-36-judge/" title="Morganton Native Appointed as District 36 Judge" class="vc_gitem-link vc-zone-link" ></a><img class="vc_gitem-zone-img" src="https://whky.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/03/Cabe-Matthew-from-FB-032725.jpg" alt="Morganton Native Appointed as District 36 Judge" loading="lazy"><div class="vc_gitem-zone-mini"></div></div></div><div class="vc_gitem-zone vc_gitem-zone-c vc_custom_1419240516480"><div class="vc_gitem-zone-mini"><div class="vc_gitem_row vc_row vc_gitem-row-position-top"><div class="vc_col-sm-12 vc_gitem-col vc_gitem-col-align-"><div class="vc_custom_heading vc_gitem-post-data vc_gitem-post-data-source-post_title" ><h4 style="text-align: left" >Morganton Native Appointed as District 36 Judge</h4></div><div class="vc_custom_heading vc_gitem-post-data vc_gitem-post-data-source-post_excerpt" ><p style="text-align: left" ><p>Wednesday (March 26), Governor Josh Stein announced that Matthew Cabe has been appointed as District Court Judge for Judicial District 36, serving Burke, Caldwell, and Catawba Counties. Judge Cabe is&hellip;</p> </p></div><div class="vc_btn3-container vc_btn3-left"><a class="vc_general vc_btn3 vc_btn3-size-md vc_btn3-shape-rounded vc_btn3-style-flat vc_btn3-color-juicy-pink" a href="https://whky.com/morganton-native-appointed-as-district-36-judge/" class="vc_gitem-link vc_general vc_btn3 vc_general vc_btn3 vc_btn3-size-md vc_btn3-shape-rounded vc_btn3-style-flat vc_btn3-color-juicy-pink" title="Read more">Read more</a></div></div></div></div></div></div><div class="vc_clearfix"></div></div><div class="vc_grid-item vc_clearfix vc_col-sm-3 vc_grid-item-zone-c-bottom"><div class="vc_grid-item-mini vc_clearfix "><div class="vc_gitem-animated-block" ><div class="vc_gitem-zone vc_gitem-zone-a vc-gitem-zone-height-mode-auto vc-gitem-zone-height-mode-auto-1-1 vc_gitem-is-link" style="background-image: url('https://whky.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/03/Steve-Troxler-Pic-032725.jpg') !important;"><a href="https://whky.com/agriculture-disaster-assistance-program-to-aid-western-nc-farmers-affected-by-helene/" title="Approval Given For Agriculture Disaster Assistance Program To Aid Western NC Farmers Affected By Helene" class="vc_gitem-link vc-zone-link" ></a><img class="vc_gitem-zone-img" src="https://whky.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/03/Steve-Troxler-Pic-032725.jpg" alt="Approval Given For Agriculture Disaster Assistance Program To Aid Western NC Farmers Affected By Helene" loading="lazy"><div class="vc_gitem-zone-mini"></div></div></div><div class="vc_gitem-zone vc_gitem-zone-c vc_custom_1419240516480"><div class="vc_gitem-zone-mini"><div class="vc_gitem_row vc_row vc_gitem-row-position-top"><div class="vc_col-sm-12 vc_gitem-col vc_gitem-col-align-"><div class="vc_custom_heading vc_gitem-post-data vc_gitem-post-data-source-post_title" ><h4 style="text-align: left" >Approval Given For Agriculture Disaster Assistance Program To Aid Western NC Farmers Affected By Helene</h4></div><div class="vc_custom_heading vc_gitem-post-data vc_gitem-post-data-source-post_excerpt" ><p style="text-align: left" ><p>North Carolina Agriculture Commissioner Steve Troxler expressed gratitude towards the legislature and governor for approving a new agricultural disaster assistance program. This initiative aims to support farmers in Hurricane Helene&hellip;</p> </p></div><div class="vc_btn3-container vc_btn3-left"><a class="vc_general vc_btn3 vc_btn3-size-md vc_btn3-shape-rounded vc_btn3-style-flat vc_btn3-color-juicy-pink" a href="https://whky.com/agriculture-disaster-assistance-program-to-aid-western-nc-farmers-affected-by-helene/" class="vc_gitem-link vc_general vc_btn3 vc_general vc_btn3 vc_btn3-size-md vc_btn3-shape-rounded vc_btn3-style-flat vc_btn3-color-juicy-pink" title="Read more">Read more</a></div></div></div></div></div></div><div class="vc_clearfix"></div></div><div class="vc_grid-item vc_clearfix vc_col-sm-3 vc_grid-item-zone-c-bottom"><div class="vc_grid-item-mini vc_clearfix "><div class="vc_gitem-animated-block" ><div class="vc_gitem-zone vc_gitem-zone-a vc-gitem-zone-height-mode-auto vc-gitem-zone-height-mode-auto-1-1 vc_gitem-is-link" style="background-image: url('https://whky.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/03/Scam-Alert-Catawba-County-032725.jpg') !important;"><a href="https://whky.com/local-law-enforcement-agency-warns-of-scam/" title="Local Law Enforcement Agency Warns Of Scam" class="vc_gitem-link vc-zone-link" ></a><img class="vc_gitem-zone-img" src="https://whky.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/03/Scam-Alert-Catawba-County-032725.jpg" alt="Local Law Enforcement Agency Warns Of Scam" loading="lazy"><div class="vc_gitem-zone-mini"></div></div></div><div class="vc_gitem-zone vc_gitem-zone-c vc_custom_1419240516480"><div class="vc_gitem-zone-mini"><div class="vc_gitem_row vc_row vc_gitem-row-position-top"><div class="vc_col-sm-12 vc_gitem-col vc_gitem-col-align-"><div class="vc_custom_heading vc_gitem-post-data vc_gitem-post-data-source-post_title" ><h4 style="text-align: left" >Local Law Enforcement Agency Warns Of Scam</h4></div><div class="vc_custom_heading vc_gitem-post-data vc_gitem-post-data-source-post_excerpt" ><p style="text-align: left" ><p>The Catawba County Sheriff’s Office reports a scam. According to the report scammers are using Sheriff Don Brown&#8217;s name advising citizens that they have a warrant for their arrest and&hellip;</p> </p></div><div class="vc_btn3-container vc_btn3-left"><a class="vc_general vc_btn3 vc_btn3-size-md vc_btn3-shape-rounded vc_btn3-style-flat vc_btn3-color-juicy-pink" a href="https://whky.com/local-law-enforcement-agency-warns-of-scam/" class="vc_gitem-link vc_general vc_btn3 vc_general vc_btn3 vc_btn3-size-md vc_btn3-shape-rounded vc_btn3-style-flat vc_btn3-color-juicy-pink" title="Read more">Read more</a></div></div></div></div></div></div><div class="vc_clearfix"></div></div><div class="vc_grid-item vc_clearfix vc_col-sm-3 vc_grid-item-zone-c-bottom"><div class="vc_grid-item-mini vc_clearfix "><div class="vc_gitem-animated-block" ><div class="vc_gitem-zone vc_gitem-zone-a vc-gitem-zone-height-mode-auto vc-gitem-zone-height-mode-auto-1-1 vc_gitem-is-link" style="background-image: url('https://whky.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/03/Morganton-City-Hall-032625-1024x681.jpg') !important;"><a href="https://whky.com/drive-thru-at-morganton-city-hall-temporarily-closed/" title="Drive-Thru At Morganton City Hall Temporarily Closed" class="vc_gitem-link vc-zone-link" ></a><img class="vc_gitem-zone-img" src="https://whky.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/03/Morganton-City-Hall-032625-1024x681.jpg" alt="Drive-Thru At Morganton City Hall Temporarily Closed" loading="lazy"><div class="vc_gitem-zone-mini"></div></div></div><div class="vc_gitem-zone vc_gitem-zone-c vc_custom_1419240516480"><div class="vc_gitem-zone-mini"><div class="vc_gitem_row vc_row vc_gitem-row-position-top"><div class="vc_col-sm-12 vc_gitem-col vc_gitem-col-align-"><div class="vc_custom_heading vc_gitem-post-data vc_gitem-post-data-source-post_title" ><h4 style="text-align: left" >Drive-Thru At Morganton City Hall Temporarily Closed</h4></div><div class="vc_custom_heading vc_gitem-post-data vc_gitem-post-data-source-post_excerpt" ><p style="text-align: left" ><p>The drive-thru at Morganton City Hall is temporarily closed until further notice due to maintenance and repairs. City officials hope to re-open the drive-thru toward the end of the week.&hellip;</p> </p></div><div class="vc_btn3-container vc_btn3-left"><a class="vc_general vc_btn3 vc_btn3-size-md vc_btn3-shape-rounded vc_btn3-style-flat vc_btn3-color-juicy-pink" a href="https://whky.com/drive-thru-at-morganton-city-hall-temporarily-closed/" class="vc_gitem-link vc_general vc_btn3 vc_general vc_btn3 vc_btn3-size-md vc_btn3-shape-rounded vc_btn3-style-flat vc_btn3-color-juicy-pink" title="Read more">Read more</a></div></div></div></div></div></div><div class="vc_clearfix"></div></div><div class="vc_grid-item vc_clearfix vc_col-sm-3 vc_grid-item-zone-c-bottom"><div class="vc_grid-item-mini vc_clearfix "><div class="vc_gitem-animated-block" ><div class="vc_gitem-zone vc_gitem-zone-a vc-gitem-zone-height-mode-auto vc-gitem-zone-height-mode-auto-1-1 vc_gitem-is-link" style="background-image: url('https://whky.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/03/Perez-Daniel-Jr-032625.jpg') !important;"><a href="https://whky.com/man-charged-in-connection-to-shooting-incident-in-long-view/" title="Man Charged In Connection To Shooting Incident In Long View" class="vc_gitem-link vc-zone-link" ></a><img class="vc_gitem-zone-img" src="https://whky.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/03/Perez-Daniel-Jr-032625.jpg" alt="Man Charged In Connection To Shooting Incident In Long View" loading="lazy"><div class="vc_gitem-zone-mini"></div></div></div><div class="vc_gitem-zone vc_gitem-zone-c vc_custom_1419240516480"><div class="vc_gitem-zone-mini"><div class="vc_gitem_row vc_row vc_gitem-row-position-top"><div class="vc_col-sm-12 vc_gitem-col vc_gitem-col-align-"><div class="vc_custom_heading vc_gitem-post-data vc_gitem-post-data-source-post_title" ><h4 style="text-align: left" >Man Charged In Connection To Shooting Incident In Long View</h4></div><div class="vc_custom_heading vc_gitem-post-data vc_gitem-post-data-source-post_excerpt" ><p style="text-align: left" ><p>20-year-old Daniel Perez, Jr. of C &amp; B Farm Road in Conover was arrested Tuesday (March 25) by Long View Police Officers. He’s charged with felony counts of discharging a&hellip;</p> </p></div><div class="vc_btn3-container vc_btn3-left"><a class="vc_general vc_btn3 vc_btn3-size-md vc_btn3-shape-rounded vc_btn3-style-flat vc_btn3-color-juicy-pink" a href="https://whky.com/man-charged-in-connection-to-shooting-incident-in-long-view/" class="vc_gitem-link vc_general vc_btn3 vc_general vc_btn3 vc_btn3-size-md vc_btn3-shape-rounded vc_btn3-style-flat vc_btn3-color-juicy-pink" title="Read more">Read more</a></div></div></div></div></div></div><div class="vc_clearfix"></div></div><div class="vc_grid-item vc_clearfix vc_col-sm-3 vc_grid-item-zone-c-bottom"><div class="vc_grid-item-mini vc_clearfix "><div class="vc_gitem-animated-block" ><div class="vc_gitem-zone vc_gitem-zone-a vc-gitem-zone-height-mode-auto vc-gitem-zone-height-mode-auto-1-1 vc_gitem-is-link" style="background-image: url('https://whky.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/03/23AndMe-Logo-032625.jpg') !important;"><a href="https://whky.com/attorney-general-recommends-that-n-c-residents-delete-23andme-information/" title="Attorney General Recommends That N.C. Residents Delete 23andMe Information" class="vc_gitem-link vc-zone-link" ></a><img class="vc_gitem-zone-img" src="https://whky.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/03/23AndMe-Logo-032625.jpg" alt="Attorney General Recommends That N.C. Residents Delete 23andMe Information" loading="lazy"><div class="vc_gitem-zone-mini"></div></div></div><div class="vc_gitem-zone vc_gitem-zone-c vc_custom_1419240516480"><div class="vc_gitem-zone-mini"><div class="vc_gitem_row vc_row vc_gitem-row-position-top"><div class="vc_col-sm-12 vc_gitem-col vc_gitem-col-align-"><div class="vc_custom_heading vc_gitem-post-data vc_gitem-post-data-source-post_title" ><h4 style="text-align: left" >Attorney General Recommends That N.C. Residents Delete 23andMe Information</h4></div><div class="vc_custom_heading vc_gitem-post-data vc_gitem-post-data-source-post_excerpt" ><p style="text-align: left" ><p>On Tuesday (March 25), North Carolina Attorney General Jeff Jackson recommended that North Carolinians delete their accounts and private health information from the DNA testing firm 23andMe as soon as&hellip;</p> </p></div><div class="vc_btn3-container vc_btn3-left"><a class="vc_general vc_btn3 vc_btn3-size-md vc_btn3-shape-rounded vc_btn3-style-flat vc_btn3-color-juicy-pink" a href="https://whky.com/attorney-general-recommends-that-n-c-residents-delete-23andme-information/" class="vc_gitem-link vc_general vc_btn3 vc_general vc_btn3 vc_btn3-size-md vc_btn3-shape-rounded vc_btn3-style-flat vc_btn3-color-juicy-pink" title="Read more">Read more</a></div></div></div></div></div></div><div class="vc_clearfix"></div></div><div class="vc_grid-item vc_clearfix vc_col-sm-3 vc_grid-item-zone-c-bottom"><div class="vc_grid-item-mini vc_clearfix "><div class="vc_gitem-animated-block" ><div class="vc_gitem-zone vc_gitem-zone-a vc-gitem-zone-height-mode-auto vc-gitem-zone-height-mode-auto-1-1 vc_gitem-is-link" style="background-image: url('https://whky.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/03/Emergency-Services-Facility-Ribbon-Cutting-Flyer-032625-791x1024.png') !important;"><a href="https://whky.com/ribbon-cutting-scheduled-for-new-alexander-county-emergency-services-training-facility/" title="Ribbon Cutting Scheduled For New Alexander County Emergency Services Training Facility" class="vc_gitem-link vc-zone-link" ></a><img class="vc_gitem-zone-img" src="https://whky.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/03/Emergency-Services-Facility-Ribbon-Cutting-Flyer-032625-791x1024.png" alt="Ribbon Cutting Scheduled For New Alexander County Emergency Services Training Facility" loading="lazy"><div class="vc_gitem-zone-mini"></div></div></div><div class="vc_gitem-zone vc_gitem-zone-c vc_custom_1419240516480"><div class="vc_gitem-zone-mini"><div class="vc_gitem_row vc_row vc_gitem-row-position-top"><div class="vc_col-sm-12 vc_gitem-col vc_gitem-col-align-"><div class="vc_custom_heading vc_gitem-post-data vc_gitem-post-data-source-post_title" ><h4 style="text-align: left" >Ribbon Cutting Scheduled For New Alexander County Emergency Services Training Facility</h4></div><div class="vc_custom_heading vc_gitem-post-data vc_gitem-post-data-source-post_excerpt" ><p style="text-align: left" ><p>The public is invited to a ribbon-cutting ceremony to celebrate the opening of the new Alexander County Emergency Services Training Facility. 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She’s charged with felony counts of breaking and entering to a motor vehicle, breaking&hellip;</p> </p></div><div class="vc_btn3-container vc_btn3-left"><a class="vc_general vc_btn3 vc_btn3-size-md vc_btn3-shape-rounded vc_btn3-style-flat vc_btn3-color-juicy-pink" a href="https://whky.com/woman-allegedly-breaks-into-vehicles-shortly-after-release-from-jail/" class="vc_gitem-link vc_general vc_btn3 vc_general vc_btn3 vc_btn3-size-md vc_btn3-shape-rounded vc_btn3-style-flat vc_btn3-color-juicy-pink" title="Read more">Read more</a></div></div></div></div></div></div><div class="vc_clearfix"></div></div><div class="vc_grid-item vc_clearfix vc_col-sm-3 vc_grid-item-zone-c-bottom"><div class="vc_grid-item-mini vc_clearfix "><div class="vc_gitem-animated-block" ><div class="vc_gitem-zone vc_gitem-zone-a vc-gitem-zone-height-mode-auto vc-gitem-zone-height-mode-auto-1-1 vc_gitem-is-link" style="background-image: url('https://whky.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/05/Shooting-Investigation-Generic-News-Graphic-052225.jpg') !important;"><a href="https://whky.com/shooting-under-investigation-in-burke-county/" title="Shooting Under Investigation In Burke County" class="vc_gitem-link vc-zone-link" ></a><img class="vc_gitem-zone-img" src="https://whky.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/05/Shooting-Investigation-Generic-News-Graphic-052225.jpg" alt="Shooting Under Investigation In Burke County" loading="lazy"><div class="vc_gitem-zone-mini"></div></div></div><div class="vc_gitem-zone vc_gitem-zone-c vc_custom_1419240516480"><div class="vc_gitem-zone-mini"><div class="vc_gitem_row vc_row vc_gitem-row-position-top"><div class="vc_col-sm-12 vc_gitem-col vc_gitem-col-align-"><div class="vc_custom_heading vc_gitem-post-data vc_gitem-post-data-source-post_title" ><h4 style="text-align: left" >Shooting Under Investigation In Burke County</h4></div><div class="vc_custom_heading vc_gitem-post-data vc_gitem-post-data-source-post_excerpt" ><p style="text-align: left" ><p>The Burke County Sheriff&#8217;s Office is investigating a shooting. According to information released this afternoon (August 1), on Tuesday (July 29) Burke County Sheriff’s Office Patrol Deputies responded to a&hellip;</p> </p></div><div class="vc_btn3-container vc_btn3-left"><a class="vc_general vc_btn3 vc_btn3-size-md vc_btn3-shape-rounded vc_btn3-style-flat vc_btn3-color-juicy-pink" a href="https://whky.com/shooting-under-investigation-in-burke-county/" class="vc_gitem-link vc_general vc_btn3 vc_general vc_btn3 vc_btn3-size-md vc_btn3-shape-rounded vc_btn3-style-flat vc_btn3-color-juicy-pink" title="Read more">Read more</a></div></div></div></div></div></div><div class="vc_clearfix"></div></div><div class="vc_grid-item vc_clearfix vc_col-sm-3 vc_grid-item-zone-c-bottom"><div class="vc_grid-item-mini vc_clearfix "><div class="vc_gitem-animated-block" ><div class="vc_gitem-zone vc_gitem-zone-a vc-gitem-zone-height-mode-auto vc-gitem-zone-height-mode-auto-1-1 vc_gitem-is-link" style="background-image: url('https://whky.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/08/Hollifield-Melissa-Marie-080125.jpg') !important;"><a href="https://whky.com/morganton-woman-charged-with-felony-misdemeanor-offenses-in-catawba-county/" title="Morganton Woman Charged With Felony, Misdemeanor Offenses In Catawba County" class="vc_gitem-link vc-zone-link" ></a><img class="vc_gitem-zone-img" src="https://whky.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/08/Hollifield-Melissa-Marie-080125.jpg" alt="Morganton Woman Charged With Felony, Misdemeanor Offenses In Catawba County" loading="lazy"><div class="vc_gitem-zone-mini"></div></div></div><div class="vc_gitem-zone vc_gitem-zone-c vc_custom_1419240516480"><div class="vc_gitem-zone-mini"><div class="vc_gitem_row vc_row vc_gitem-row-position-top"><div class="vc_col-sm-12 vc_gitem-col vc_gitem-col-align-"><div class="vc_custom_heading vc_gitem-post-data vc_gitem-post-data-source-post_title" ><h4 style="text-align: left" >Morganton Woman Charged With Felony, Misdemeanor Offenses In Catawba County</h4></div><div class="vc_custom_heading vc_gitem-post-data vc_gitem-post-data-source-post_excerpt" ><p style="text-align: left" ><p>41-year-old Melissa Marie Hollifield of Park Avenue in Morganton was arrested Wednesday (July 30) by Hickory Police Officers. She&#8217;s charged with felony obtaining property by false pretense and misdemeanor simple&hellip;</p> </p></div><div class="vc_btn3-container vc_btn3-left"><a class="vc_general vc_btn3 vc_btn3-size-md vc_btn3-shape-rounded vc_btn3-style-flat vc_btn3-color-juicy-pink" a href="https://whky.com/morganton-woman-charged-with-felony-misdemeanor-offenses-in-catawba-county/" class="vc_gitem-link vc_general vc_btn3 vc_general vc_btn3 vc_btn3-size-md vc_btn3-shape-rounded vc_btn3-style-flat vc_btn3-color-juicy-pink" title="Read more">Read more</a></div></div></div></div></div></div><div class="vc_clearfix"></div></div><div class="vc_grid-item vc_clearfix vc_col-sm-3 vc_grid-item-zone-c-bottom"><div class="vc_grid-item-mini vc_clearfix "><div class="vc_gitem-animated-block" ><div class="vc_gitem-zone vc_gitem-zone-a vc-gitem-zone-height-mode-auto vc-gitem-zone-height-mode-auto-1-1 vc_gitem-is-link" style="background-image: url('https://whky.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/08/IMG_1297.jpeg') !important;"><a href="https://whky.com/man-receives-minimum-sentence-of-20-years-in-catawba-county-drug-case/" title="Man Receives Minimum Sentence Of 20 Years In Catawba County Drug Case" class="vc_gitem-link vc-zone-link" ></a><img class="vc_gitem-zone-img" src="https://whky.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/08/IMG_1297.jpeg" alt="Man Receives Minimum Sentence Of 20 Years In Catawba County Drug Case" loading="lazy"><div class="vc_gitem-zone-mini"></div></div></div><div class="vc_gitem-zone vc_gitem-zone-c vc_custom_1419240516480"><div class="vc_gitem-zone-mini"><div class="vc_gitem_row vc_row vc_gitem-row-position-top"><div class="vc_col-sm-12 vc_gitem-col vc_gitem-col-align-"><div class="vc_custom_heading vc_gitem-post-data vc_gitem-post-data-source-post_title" ><h4 style="text-align: left" >Man Receives Minimum Sentence Of 20 Years In Catawba County Drug Case</h4></div><div class="vc_custom_heading vc_gitem-post-data vc_gitem-post-data-source-post_excerpt" ><p style="text-align: left" ><p>A Catawba County jury returned a guilty verdict in a drug trafficking case for a Newton man to conclude a four-day trial in Catawba County Superior Court on Thursday (July&hellip;</p> </p></div><div class="vc_btn3-container vc_btn3-left"><a class="vc_general vc_btn3 vc_btn3-size-md vc_btn3-shape-rounded vc_btn3-style-flat vc_btn3-color-juicy-pink" a href="https://whky.com/man-receives-minimum-sentence-of-20-years-in-catawba-county-drug-case/" class="vc_gitem-link vc_general vc_btn3 vc_general vc_btn3 vc_btn3-size-md vc_btn3-shape-rounded vc_btn3-style-flat vc_btn3-color-juicy-pink" title="Read more">Read more</a></div></div></div></div></div></div><div class="vc_clearfix"></div></div><div class="vc_grid-item vc_clearfix vc_col-sm-3 vc_grid-item-zone-c-bottom"><div class="vc_grid-item-mini vc_clearfix "><div class="vc_gitem-animated-block" ><div class="vc_gitem-zone vc_gitem-zone-a vc-gitem-zone-height-mode-auto vc-gitem-zone-height-mode-auto-1-1 vc_gitem-is-link" style="background-image: url('https://whky.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/08/Kincaid-and-King-Combo-Pic-080125.jpg') !important;"><a href="https://whky.com/caldwell-county-residents-charged-in-burke-county-drug-case/" title="Caldwell County Residents Charged In Burke County Drug Case" class="vc_gitem-link vc-zone-link" ></a><img class="vc_gitem-zone-img" src="https://whky.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/08/Kincaid-and-King-Combo-Pic-080125.jpg" alt="Caldwell County Residents Charged In Burke County Drug Case" loading="lazy"><div class="vc_gitem-zone-mini"></div></div></div><div class="vc_gitem-zone vc_gitem-zone-c vc_custom_1419240516480"><div class="vc_gitem-zone-mini"><div class="vc_gitem_row vc_row vc_gitem-row-position-top"><div class="vc_col-sm-12 vc_gitem-col vc_gitem-col-align-"><div class="vc_custom_heading vc_gitem-post-data vc_gitem-post-data-source-post_title" ><h4 style="text-align: left" >Caldwell County Residents Charged In Burke County Drug Case</h4></div><div class="vc_custom_heading vc_gitem-post-data vc_gitem-post-data-source-post_excerpt" ><p style="text-align: left" ><p>29-year-old Jennifer Lynn Kincaid of Hudson and 63-year-old Jimmy Edward King of Lenoir were arrested Wednesday (July 30) by Burke County Sheriff’s Officers. They’re both charged with felony possession of&hellip;</p> </p></div><div class="vc_btn3-container vc_btn3-left"><a class="vc_general vc_btn3 vc_btn3-size-md vc_btn3-shape-rounded vc_btn3-style-flat vc_btn3-color-juicy-pink" a href="https://whky.com/caldwell-county-residents-charged-in-burke-county-drug-case/" class="vc_gitem-link vc_general vc_btn3 vc_general vc_btn3 vc_btn3-size-md vc_btn3-shape-rounded vc_btn3-style-flat vc_btn3-color-juicy-pink" title="Read more">Read more</a></div></div></div></div></div></div><div class="vc_clearfix"></div></div><div class="vc_grid-item vc_clearfix vc_col-sm-3 vc_grid-item-zone-c-bottom"><div class="vc_grid-item-mini vc_clearfix "><div class="vc_gitem-animated-block" ><div class="vc_gitem-zone vc_gitem-zone-a vc-gitem-zone-height-mode-auto vc-gitem-zone-height-mode-auto-1-1 vc_gitem-is-link" style="background-image: url('https://whky.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/08/Code-William-080125.jpg') !important;"><a href="https://whky.com/cocaine-firearms-seized-valdese-man-arrested/" title="Cocaine, Firearms Seized, Valdese Man Arrested" class="vc_gitem-link vc-zone-link" ></a><img class="vc_gitem-zone-img" src="https://whky.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/08/Code-William-080125.jpg" alt="Cocaine, Firearms Seized, Valdese Man Arrested" loading="lazy"><div class="vc_gitem-zone-mini"></div></div></div><div class="vc_gitem-zone vc_gitem-zone-c vc_custom_1419240516480"><div class="vc_gitem-zone-mini"><div class="vc_gitem_row vc_row vc_gitem-row-position-top"><div class="vc_col-sm-12 vc_gitem-col vc_gitem-col-align-"><div class="vc_custom_heading vc_gitem-post-data vc_gitem-post-data-source-post_title" ><h4 style="text-align: left" >Cocaine, Firearms Seized, Valdese Man Arrested</h4></div><div class="vc_custom_heading vc_gitem-post-data vc_gitem-post-data-source-post_excerpt" ><p style="text-align: left" ><p>46-year-old William Code of Garrou Avenue SE in Valdese was arrested by Burke County Sheriff’s Officers. He’s charged with felony counts of trafficking in cocaine, possession with intent to sell&hellip;</p> </p></div><div class="vc_btn3-container vc_btn3-left"><a class="vc_general vc_btn3 vc_btn3-size-md vc_btn3-shape-rounded vc_btn3-style-flat vc_btn3-color-juicy-pink" a href="https://whky.com/cocaine-firearms-seized-valdese-man-arrested/" class="vc_gitem-link vc_general vc_btn3 vc_general vc_btn3 vc_btn3-size-md vc_btn3-shape-rounded vc_btn3-style-flat vc_btn3-color-juicy-pink" title="Read more">Read more</a></div></div></div></div></div></div><div class="vc_clearfix"></div></div><div class="vc_grid-item vc_clearfix vc_col-sm-3 vc_grid-item-zone-c-bottom"><div class="vc_grid-item-mini vc_clearfix "><div class="vc_gitem-animated-block" ><div class="vc_gitem-zone vc_gitem-zone-a vc-gitem-zone-height-mode-auto vc-gitem-zone-height-mode-auto-1-1 vc_gitem-is-link" style="background-image: url('https://whky.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/08/Christenbury-James-080125.jpg') !important;"><a href="https://whky.com/man-on-most-wanted-list-taken-into-custody/" title="Man On Most Wanted List Taken Into Custody" class="vc_gitem-link vc-zone-link" ></a><img class="vc_gitem-zone-img" src="https://whky.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/08/Christenbury-James-080125.jpg" alt="Man On Most Wanted List Taken Into Custody" loading="lazy"><div class="vc_gitem-zone-mini"></div></div></div><div class="vc_gitem-zone vc_gitem-zone-c vc_custom_1419240516480"><div class="vc_gitem-zone-mini"><div class="vc_gitem_row vc_row vc_gitem-row-position-top"><div class="vc_col-sm-12 vc_gitem-col vc_gitem-col-align-"><div class="vc_custom_heading vc_gitem-post-data vc_gitem-post-data-source-post_title" ><h4 style="text-align: left" >Man On Most Wanted List Taken Into Custody</h4></div><div class="vc_custom_heading vc_gitem-post-data vc_gitem-post-data-source-post_excerpt" ><p style="text-align: left" ><p>49-year-old James Scott Christenbury of NC 126 in Morganton was arrested by Burke County Sheriff’s Officers. He’s charged with felony possession of methamphetamine. On July 24, 2025, the Burke County&hellip;</p> </p></div><div class="vc_btn3-container vc_btn3-left"><a class="vc_general vc_btn3 vc_btn3-size-md vc_btn3-shape-rounded vc_btn3-style-flat vc_btn3-color-juicy-pink" a href="https://whky.com/man-on-most-wanted-list-taken-into-custody/" class="vc_gitem-link vc_general vc_btn3 vc_general vc_btn3 vc_btn3-size-md vc_btn3-shape-rounded vc_btn3-style-flat vc_btn3-color-juicy-pink" title="Read more">Read more</a></div></div></div></div></div></div><div class="vc_clearfix"></div></div><div class="vc_grid-item vc_clearfix vc_col-sm-3 vc_grid-item-zone-c-bottom"><div class="vc_grid-item-mini vc_clearfix "><div class="vc_gitem-animated-block" ><div class="vc_gitem-zone vc_gitem-zone-a vc-gitem-zone-height-mode-auto vc-gitem-zone-height-mode-auto-1-1 vc_gitem-is-link" style="background-image: url('https://whky.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/07/US-Marshals-Service-logo-073125.jpg') !important;"><a href="https://whky.com/man-wanted-in-caldwell-for-1st-degree-rape-of-a-child-arrested-in-tennessee/" title="Man Wanted in Caldwell for 1st-Degree Rape of a Child Arrested in Tennessee" class="vc_gitem-link vc-zone-link" ></a><img class="vc_gitem-zone-img" src="https://whky.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/07/US-Marshals-Service-logo-073125.jpg" alt="Man Wanted in Caldwell for 1st-Degree Rape of a Child Arrested in Tennessee" loading="lazy"><div class="vc_gitem-zone-mini"></div></div></div><div class="vc_gitem-zone vc_gitem-zone-c vc_custom_1419240516480"><div class="vc_gitem-zone-mini"><div class="vc_gitem_row vc_row vc_gitem-row-position-top"><div class="vc_col-sm-12 vc_gitem-col vc_gitem-col-align-"><div class="vc_custom_heading vc_gitem-post-data vc_gitem-post-data-source-post_title" ><h4 style="text-align: left" >Man Wanted in Caldwell for 1st-Degree Rape of a Child Arrested in Tennessee</h4></div><div class="vc_custom_heading vc_gitem-post-data vc_gitem-post-data-source-post_excerpt" ><p style="text-align: left" ><p>William Martin, an alleged child rapist, was arrested on July 26 near the Virginia-Tennessee line through a coordinated effort by law enforcement agencies working in multiple states. Martin was wanted&hellip;</p> </p></div><div class="vc_btn3-container vc_btn3-left"><a class="vc_general vc_btn3 vc_btn3-size-md vc_btn3-shape-rounded vc_btn3-style-flat vc_btn3-color-juicy-pink" a href="https://whky.com/man-wanted-in-caldwell-for-1st-degree-rape-of-a-child-arrested-in-tennessee/" class="vc_gitem-link vc_general vc_btn3 vc_general vc_btn3 vc_btn3-size-md vc_btn3-shape-rounded vc_btn3-style-flat vc_btn3-color-juicy-pink" title="Read more">Read more</a></div></div></div></div></div></div><div class="vc_clearfix"></div></div><div class="vc_grid-item vc_clearfix vc_col-sm-3 vc_grid-item-zone-c-bottom"><div class="vc_grid-item-mini vc_clearfix "><div class="vc_gitem-animated-block" ><div class="vc_gitem-zone vc_gitem-zone-a vc-gitem-zone-height-mode-auto vc-gitem-zone-height-mode-auto-1-1 vc_gitem-is-link" style="background-image: url('https://whky.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/07/Roberts-Eric-Dewayne-073125.jpg') !important;"><a href="https://whky.com/morganton-man-accused-of-assaulting-hospital-staff/" title="Morganton Man Accused of Assaulting Hospital Staff" class="vc_gitem-link vc-zone-link" ></a><img class="vc_gitem-zone-img" src="https://whky.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/07/Roberts-Eric-Dewayne-073125.jpg" alt="Morganton Man Accused of Assaulting Hospital Staff" loading="lazy"><div class="vc_gitem-zone-mini"></div></div></div><div class="vc_gitem-zone vc_gitem-zone-c vc_custom_1419240516480"><div class="vc_gitem-zone-mini"><div class="vc_gitem_row vc_row vc_gitem-row-position-top"><div class="vc_col-sm-12 vc_gitem-col vc_gitem-col-align-"><div class="vc_custom_heading vc_gitem-post-data vc_gitem-post-data-source-post_title" ><h4 style="text-align: left" >Morganton Man Accused of Assaulting Hospital Staff</h4></div><div class="vc_custom_heading vc_gitem-post-data vc_gitem-post-data-source-post_excerpt" ><p style="text-align: left" ><p>38-year-old Eric Dewayne Roberts of Morganton has been arrested by Officers with the Morganton Department of Public Safety and charged with two counts of felony assault with physical injury to&hellip;</p> </p></div><div class="vc_btn3-container vc_btn3-left"><a class="vc_general vc_btn3 vc_btn3-size-md vc_btn3-shape-rounded vc_btn3-style-flat vc_btn3-color-juicy-pink" a href="https://whky.com/morganton-man-accused-of-assaulting-hospital-staff/" class="vc_gitem-link vc_general vc_btn3 vc_general vc_btn3 vc_btn3-size-md vc_btn3-shape-rounded vc_btn3-style-flat vc_btn3-color-juicy-pink" title="Read more">Read more</a></div></div></div></div></div></div><div class="vc_clearfix"></div></div><div class="vc_grid-item vc_clearfix vc_col-sm-3 vc_grid-item-zone-c-bottom"><div class="vc_grid-item-mini vc_clearfix "><div class="vc_gitem-animated-block" ><div class="vc_gitem-zone vc_gitem-zone-a vc-gitem-zone-height-mode-auto vc-gitem-zone-height-mode-auto-1-1 vc_gitem-is-link" style="background-image: url('https://whky.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/07/Bollinger-Jacob-Rhyne-073125.jpg') !important;"><a href="https://whky.com/hickory-man-charged-with-drug-offenses-3/" title="Hickory Man Charged With Drug Offenses" class="vc_gitem-link vc-zone-link" ></a><img class="vc_gitem-zone-img" src="https://whky.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/07/Bollinger-Jacob-Rhyne-073125.jpg" alt="Hickory Man Charged With Drug Offenses" loading="lazy"><div class="vc_gitem-zone-mini"></div></div></div><div class="vc_gitem-zone vc_gitem-zone-c vc_custom_1419240516480"><div class="vc_gitem-zone-mini"><div class="vc_gitem_row vc_row vc_gitem-row-position-top"><div class="vc_col-sm-12 vc_gitem-col vc_gitem-col-align-"><div class="vc_custom_heading vc_gitem-post-data vc_gitem-post-data-source-post_title" ><h4 style="text-align: left" >Hickory Man Charged With Drug Offenses</h4></div><div class="vc_custom_heading vc_gitem-post-data vc_gitem-post-data-source-post_excerpt" ><p style="text-align: left" ><p>37-year-old Jacob Rhyne Bollinger of 21st Avenue NE in Hickory was arrested Tuesday (July 29) by Hickory Police Officers. He&#8217;s charged with possession of methamphetamine and simple possession of schedule&hellip;</p> </p></div><div class="vc_btn3-container vc_btn3-left"><a class="vc_general vc_btn3 vc_btn3-size-md vc_btn3-shape-rounded vc_btn3-style-flat vc_btn3-color-juicy-pink" a href="https://whky.com/hickory-man-charged-with-drug-offenses-3/" class="vc_gitem-link vc_general vc_btn3 vc_general vc_btn3 vc_btn3-size-md vc_btn3-shape-rounded vc_btn3-style-flat vc_btn3-color-juicy-pink" title="Read more">Read more</a></div></div></div></div></div></div><div class="vc_clearfix"></div></div><div class="vc_grid-item vc_clearfix vc_col-sm-3 vc_grid-item-zone-c-bottom"><div class="vc_grid-item-mini vc_clearfix "><div class="vc_gitem-animated-block" ><div class="vc_gitem-zone vc_gitem-zone-a vc-gitem-zone-height-mode-auto vc-gitem-zone-height-mode-auto-1-1 vc_gitem-is-link" style="background-image: url('https://whky.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/07/Yearwood-Kurtis-James-073125.jpg') !important;"><a href="https://whky.com/hickory-sex-offender-charged-with-failure-to-register/" title="Hickory Sex Offender Charged With Failure To Register" class="vc_gitem-link vc-zone-link" ></a><img class="vc_gitem-zone-img" src="https://whky.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/07/Yearwood-Kurtis-James-073125.jpg" alt="Hickory Sex Offender Charged With Failure To Register" loading="lazy"><div class="vc_gitem-zone-mini"></div></div></div><div class="vc_gitem-zone vc_gitem-zone-c vc_custom_1419240516480"><div class="vc_gitem-zone-mini"><div class="vc_gitem_row vc_row vc_gitem-row-position-top"><div class="vc_col-sm-12 vc_gitem-col vc_gitem-col-align-"><div class="vc_custom_heading vc_gitem-post-data vc_gitem-post-data-source-post_title" ><h4 style="text-align: left" >Hickory Sex Offender Charged With Failure To Register</h4></div><div class="vc_custom_heading vc_gitem-post-data vc_gitem-post-data-source-post_excerpt" ><p style="text-align: left" ><p>38-year-old Kurtis James Yearwood of U.S. 70 in Hickory was arrested Wednesday (July 30) by Catawba County Sheriff&#8217;s Officers. He&#8217;s charged with felony failure to register as a sex offender.&hellip;</p> </p></div><div class="vc_btn3-container vc_btn3-left"><a class="vc_general vc_btn3 vc_btn3-size-md vc_btn3-shape-rounded vc_btn3-style-flat vc_btn3-color-juicy-pink" a href="https://whky.com/hickory-sex-offender-charged-with-failure-to-register/" class="vc_gitem-link vc_general vc_btn3 vc_general vc_btn3 vc_btn3-size-md vc_btn3-shape-rounded vc_btn3-style-flat vc_btn3-color-juicy-pink" title="Read more">Read more</a></div></div></div></div></div></div><div class="vc_clearfix"></div></div><div class="vc_grid-item vc_clearfix vc_col-sm-3 vc_grid-item-zone-c-bottom"><div class="vc_grid-item-mini vc_clearfix "><div class="vc_gitem-animated-block" ><div class="vc_gitem-zone vc_gitem-zone-a vc-gitem-zone-height-mode-auto vc-gitem-zone-height-mode-auto-1-1 vc_gitem-is-link" style="background-image: url('https://whky.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/07/Barber-Jalen-Rumeale-073125.jpg') !important;"><a href="https://whky.com/newton-man-charged-with-break-in-robbery-offenses/" title="Newton Man Charged With Break-in, Robbery Offenses" class="vc_gitem-link vc-zone-link" ></a><img class="vc_gitem-zone-img" src="https://whky.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/07/Barber-Jalen-Rumeale-073125.jpg" alt="Newton Man Charged With Break-in, Robbery Offenses" loading="lazy"><div class="vc_gitem-zone-mini"></div></div></div><div class="vc_gitem-zone vc_gitem-zone-c vc_custom_1419240516480"><div class="vc_gitem-zone-mini"><div class="vc_gitem_row vc_row vc_gitem-row-position-top"><div class="vc_col-sm-12 vc_gitem-col vc_gitem-col-align-"><div class="vc_custom_heading vc_gitem-post-data vc_gitem-post-data-source-post_title" ><h4 style="text-align: left" >Newton Man Charged With Break-in, Robbery Offenses</h4></div><div class="vc_custom_heading vc_gitem-post-data vc_gitem-post-data-source-post_excerpt" ><p style="text-align: left" ><p>31-year-old Jalen Rumeale Barber of South Ervin Avenue in Newton was arrested today (July 31) by authorities in Catawba County. He&#8217;s charged with felony breaking &amp; entering, larceny after breaking&hellip;</p> </p></div><div class="vc_btn3-container vc_btn3-left"><a class="vc_general vc_btn3 vc_btn3-size-md vc_btn3-shape-rounded vc_btn3-style-flat vc_btn3-color-juicy-pink" a href="https://whky.com/newton-man-charged-with-break-in-robbery-offenses/" class="vc_gitem-link vc_general vc_btn3 vc_general vc_btn3 vc_btn3-size-md vc_btn3-shape-rounded vc_btn3-style-flat vc_btn3-color-juicy-pink" title="Read more">Read more</a></div></div></div></div></div></div><div class="vc_clearfix"></div></div><div class="vc_grid-item vc_clearfix vc_col-sm-3 vc_grid-item-zone-c-bottom"><div class="vc_grid-item-mini vc_clearfix "><div class="vc_gitem-animated-block" ><div class="vc_gitem-zone vc_gitem-zone-a vc-gitem-zone-height-mode-auto vc-gitem-zone-height-mode-auto-1-1 vc_gitem-is-link" style="background-image: url('https://whky.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/07/Jury-Duty-Scam-Generic-Pic-073125.jpg') !important;"><a href="https://whky.com/fbi-north-carolina-u-s-attorneys-offices-warn-of-scam/" title="FBI &#038; North Carolina U.S. Attorney&#8217;s Offices Warn Of Scam" class="vc_gitem-link vc-zone-link" ></a><img class="vc_gitem-zone-img" src="https://whky.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/07/Jury-Duty-Scam-Generic-Pic-073125.jpg" alt="FBI & North Carolina U.S. Attorney's Offices Warn Of Scam" loading="lazy"><div class="vc_gitem-zone-mini"></div></div></div><div class="vc_gitem-zone vc_gitem-zone-c vc_custom_1419240516480"><div class="vc_gitem-zone-mini"><div class="vc_gitem_row vc_row vc_gitem-row-position-top"><div class="vc_col-sm-12 vc_gitem-col vc_gitem-col-align-"><div class="vc_custom_heading vc_gitem-post-data vc_gitem-post-data-source-post_title" ><h4 style="text-align: left" >FBI &#038; North Carolina U.S. Attorney&#8217;s Offices Warn Of Scam</h4></div><div class="vc_custom_heading vc_gitem-post-data vc_gitem-post-data-source-post_excerpt" ><p style="text-align: left" ><p>The FBI Charlotte Field Office and the U.S. Attorney’s Offices for the Eastern, Middle, and Western Districts of North Carolina are warning the public about a jury duty scam involving&hellip;</p> </p></div><div class="vc_btn3-container vc_btn3-left"><a class="vc_general vc_btn3 vc_btn3-size-md vc_btn3-shape-rounded vc_btn3-style-flat vc_btn3-color-juicy-pink" a href="https://whky.com/fbi-north-carolina-u-s-attorneys-offices-warn-of-scam/" class="vc_gitem-link vc_general vc_btn3 vc_general vc_btn3 vc_btn3-size-md vc_btn3-shape-rounded vc_btn3-style-flat vc_btn3-color-juicy-pink" title="Read more">Read more</a></div></div></div></div></div></div><div class="vc_clearfix"></div></div><div class="vc_grid-item vc_clearfix vc_col-sm-3 vc_grid-item-zone-c-bottom"><div class="vc_grid-item-mini vc_clearfix "><div class="vc_gitem-animated-block" ><div class="vc_gitem-zone vc_gitem-zone-a vc-gitem-zone-height-mode-auto vc-gitem-zone-height-mode-auto-1-1 vc_gitem-is-link" style="background-image: url('https://whky.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/07/Conner-Trevor-John-073025.jpg') !important;"><a href="https://whky.com/authorities-in-caldwell-county-report-arrest-of-fugitive-from-texas/" title="Authorities In Caldwell County Report Arrest Of Fugitive From Texas" class="vc_gitem-link vc-zone-link" ></a><img class="vc_gitem-zone-img" src="https://whky.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/07/Conner-Trevor-John-073025.jpg" alt="Authorities In Caldwell County Report Arrest Of Fugitive From Texas" loading="lazy"><div class="vc_gitem-zone-mini"></div></div></div><div class="vc_gitem-zone vc_gitem-zone-c vc_custom_1419240516480"><div class="vc_gitem-zone-mini"><div class="vc_gitem_row vc_row vc_gitem-row-position-top"><div class="vc_col-sm-12 vc_gitem-col vc_gitem-col-align-"><div class="vc_custom_heading vc_gitem-post-data vc_gitem-post-data-source-post_title" ><h4 style="text-align: left" >Authorities In Caldwell County Report Arrest Of Fugitive From Texas</h4></div><div class="vc_custom_heading vc_gitem-post-data vc_gitem-post-data-source-post_excerpt" ><p style="text-align: left" ><p>38-year-old Trevor John Conner of Houston, Texas was arrested Tuesday (July 29) by Lenoir Police Officers. He&#8217;s charged on a felony fugitive warrant from Montgomery County, Texas. In that jurisdiction&hellip;</p> </p></div><div class="vc_btn3-container vc_btn3-left"><a class="vc_general vc_btn3 vc_btn3-size-md vc_btn3-shape-rounded vc_btn3-style-flat vc_btn3-color-juicy-pink" a href="https://whky.com/authorities-in-caldwell-county-report-arrest-of-fugitive-from-texas/" class="vc_gitem-link vc_general vc_btn3 vc_general vc_btn3 vc_btn3-size-md vc_btn3-shape-rounded vc_btn3-style-flat vc_btn3-color-juicy-pink" title="Read more">Read more</a></div></div></div></div></div></div><div class="vc_clearfix"></div></div><div class="vc_grid-item vc_clearfix vc_col-sm-3 vc_grid-item-zone-c-bottom"><div class="vc_grid-item-mini vc_clearfix "><div class="vc_gitem-animated-block" ><div class="vc_gitem-zone vc_gitem-zone-a vc-gitem-zone-height-mode-auto vc-gitem-zone-height-mode-auto-1-1 vc_gitem-is-link" style="background-image: url('https://whky.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/07/Lail-Johnny-Lee-Roy-073025.jpg') !important;"><a href="https://whky.com/conover-man-arrested-on-drug-theft-charges/" title="Conover Man Arrested on Drug &#038; Theft Charges" class="vc_gitem-link vc-zone-link" ></a><img class="vc_gitem-zone-img" src="https://whky.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/07/Lail-Johnny-Lee-Roy-073025.jpg" alt="Conover Man Arrested on Drug & Theft Charges" loading="lazy"><div class="vc_gitem-zone-mini"></div></div></div><div class="vc_gitem-zone vc_gitem-zone-c vc_custom_1419240516480"><div class="vc_gitem-zone-mini"><div class="vc_gitem_row vc_row vc_gitem-row-position-top"><div class="vc_col-sm-12 vc_gitem-col vc_gitem-col-align-"><div class="vc_custom_heading vc_gitem-post-data vc_gitem-post-data-source-post_title" ><h4 style="text-align: left" >Conover Man Arrested on Drug &#038; Theft Charges</h4></div><div class="vc_custom_heading vc_gitem-post-data vc_gitem-post-data-source-post_excerpt" ><p style="text-align: left" ><p>37-year-old Johnnie Lee Roy Lail of 4th Avenue Lane N.E. in Conover has been arrested by Hickory Police on charges that include felony possession of a schedule II controlled substance,&hellip;</p> </p></div><div class="vc_btn3-container vc_btn3-left"><a class="vc_general vc_btn3 vc_btn3-size-md vc_btn3-shape-rounded vc_btn3-style-flat vc_btn3-color-juicy-pink" a href="https://whky.com/conover-man-arrested-on-drug-theft-charges/" class="vc_gitem-link vc_general vc_btn3 vc_general vc_btn3 vc_btn3-size-md vc_btn3-shape-rounded vc_btn3-style-flat vc_btn3-color-juicy-pink" title="Read more">Read more</a></div></div></div></div></div></div><div class="vc_clearfix"></div></div><div class="vc_grid-item vc_clearfix vc_col-sm-3 vc_grid-item-zone-c-bottom"><div class="vc_grid-item-mini vc_clearfix "><div class="vc_gitem-animated-block" ><div class="vc_gitem-zone vc_gitem-zone-a vc-gitem-zone-height-mode-auto vc-gitem-zone-height-mode-auto-1-1 vc_gitem-is-link" style="background-image: url('https://whky.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/07/Witherspoon-Paul-Vannoy-Vernon-073025.jpg') !important;"><a href="https://whky.com/man-arrested-on-caldwell-county-meth-cocaine-charges/" title="Man Arrested On Caldwell County Meth, Cocaine Charges" class="vc_gitem-link vc-zone-link" ></a><img class="vc_gitem-zone-img" src="https://whky.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/07/Witherspoon-Paul-Vannoy-Vernon-073025.jpg" alt="Man Arrested On Caldwell County Meth, Cocaine Charges" loading="lazy"><div class="vc_gitem-zone-mini"></div></div></div><div class="vc_gitem-zone vc_gitem-zone-c vc_custom_1419240516480"><div class="vc_gitem-zone-mini"><div class="vc_gitem_row vc_row vc_gitem-row-position-top"><div class="vc_col-sm-12 vc_gitem-col vc_gitem-col-align-"><div class="vc_custom_heading vc_gitem-post-data vc_gitem-post-data-source-post_title" ><h4 style="text-align: left" >Man Arrested On Caldwell County Meth, Cocaine Charges</h4></div><div class="vc_custom_heading vc_gitem-post-data vc_gitem-post-data-source-post_excerpt" ><p style="text-align: left" ><p>47-year-old Paul Vernon Vannoy Witherspoon was arrested Sunday (July 27) by Caldwell County Sheriff’s Officers. He’s charged with trafficking methamphetamine and possession with intent to sell and deliver cocaine. On&hellip;</p> </p></div><div class="vc_btn3-container vc_btn3-left"><a class="vc_general vc_btn3 vc_btn3-size-md vc_btn3-shape-rounded vc_btn3-style-flat vc_btn3-color-juicy-pink" a href="https://whky.com/man-arrested-on-caldwell-county-meth-cocaine-charges/" class="vc_gitem-link vc_general vc_btn3 vc_general vc_btn3 vc_btn3-size-md vc_btn3-shape-rounded vc_btn3-style-flat vc_btn3-color-juicy-pink" title="Read more">Read more</a></div></div></div></div></div></div><div class="vc_clearfix"></div></div><div class="vc_grid-item vc_clearfix vc_col-sm-3 vc_grid-item-zone-c-bottom"><div class="vc_grid-item-mini vc_clearfix "><div class="vc_gitem-animated-block" ><div class="vc_gitem-zone vc_gitem-zone-a vc-gitem-zone-height-mode-auto vc-gitem-zone-height-mode-auto-1-1 vc_gitem-is-link" style="background-image: url('https://whky.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/07/Freeze-Ira-Joshua-072925.jpg') !important;"><a href="https://whky.com/mooresville-man-wanted-on-felony-meth-charge/" title="Mooresville Man Wanted on Felony Meth Charge" class="vc_gitem-link vc-zone-link" ></a><img class="vc_gitem-zone-img" src="https://whky.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/07/Freeze-Ira-Joshua-072925.jpg" alt="Mooresville Man Wanted on Felony Meth Charge" loading="lazy"><div class="vc_gitem-zone-mini"></div></div></div><div class="vc_gitem-zone vc_gitem-zone-c vc_custom_1419240516480"><div class="vc_gitem-zone-mini"><div class="vc_gitem_row vc_row vc_gitem-row-position-top"><div class="vc_col-sm-12 vc_gitem-col vc_gitem-col-align-"><div class="vc_custom_heading vc_gitem-post-data vc_gitem-post-data-source-post_title" ><h4 style="text-align: left" >Mooresville Man Wanted on Felony Meth Charge</h4></div><div class="vc_custom_heading vc_gitem-post-data vc_gitem-post-data-source-post_excerpt" ><p style="text-align: left" ><p>Iredell County Narcotics Officers have issued arrest warrants for 44-year-old Ira Joshua Freeze of Parker Avenue in Mooresville. Freeze is wanted on felony counts of possession with intent to sell&hellip;</p> </p></div><div class="vc_btn3-container vc_btn3-left"><a class="vc_general vc_btn3 vc_btn3-size-md vc_btn3-shape-rounded vc_btn3-style-flat vc_btn3-color-juicy-pink" a href="https://whky.com/mooresville-man-wanted-on-felony-meth-charge/" class="vc_gitem-link vc_general vc_btn3 vc_general vc_btn3 vc_btn3-size-md vc_btn3-shape-rounded vc_btn3-style-flat vc_btn3-color-juicy-pink" title="Read more">Read more</a></div></div></div></div></div></div><div class="vc_clearfix"></div></div><div class="vc_grid-item vc_clearfix vc_col-sm-3 vc_grid-item-zone-c-bottom"><div class="vc_grid-item-mini vc_clearfix "><div class="vc_gitem-animated-block" ><div class="vc_gitem-zone vc_gitem-zone-a vc-gitem-zone-height-mode-auto vc-gitem-zone-height-mode-auto-1-1 vc_gitem-is-link" style="background-image: url('https://whky.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/07/Brooker-Albert-Kenneth-072925.jpg') !important;"><a href="https://whky.com/hickory-man-charged-with-drug-offenses-2/" title="Hickory Man Charged With Drug Offenses" class="vc_gitem-link vc-zone-link" ></a><img class="vc_gitem-zone-img" src="https://whky.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/07/Brooker-Albert-Kenneth-072925.jpg" alt="Hickory Man Charged With Drug Offenses" loading="lazy"><div class="vc_gitem-zone-mini"></div></div></div><div class="vc_gitem-zone vc_gitem-zone-c vc_custom_1419240516480"><div class="vc_gitem-zone-mini"><div class="vc_gitem_row vc_row vc_gitem-row-position-top"><div class="vc_col-sm-12 vc_gitem-col vc_gitem-col-align-"><div class="vc_custom_heading vc_gitem-post-data vc_gitem-post-data-source-post_title" ><h4 style="text-align: left" >Hickory Man Charged With Drug Offenses</h4></div><div class="vc_custom_heading vc_gitem-post-data vc_gitem-post-data-source-post_excerpt" ><p style="text-align: left" ><p>29-year-old Albert Kenneth Brooker of North Center Street in Hickory was arrested today (July 29) by Hickory Police Officers. He&#8217;s charged with felony possession of schedule II controlled substance and&hellip;</p> </p></div><div class="vc_btn3-container vc_btn3-left"><a class="vc_general vc_btn3 vc_btn3-size-md vc_btn3-shape-rounded vc_btn3-style-flat vc_btn3-color-juicy-pink" a href="https://whky.com/hickory-man-charged-with-drug-offenses-2/" class="vc_gitem-link vc_general vc_btn3 vc_general vc_btn3 vc_btn3-size-md vc_btn3-shape-rounded vc_btn3-style-flat vc_btn3-color-juicy-pink" title="Read more">Read more</a></div></div></div></div></div></div><div class="vc_clearfix"></div></div><div class="vc_grid-item vc_clearfix vc_col-sm-3 vc_grid-item-zone-c-bottom"><div class="vc_grid-item-mini vc_clearfix "><div class="vc_gitem-animated-block" ><div class="vc_gitem-zone vc_gitem-zone-a vc-gitem-zone-height-mode-auto vc-gitem-zone-height-mode-auto-1-1 vc_gitem-is-link" style="background-image: url('https://whky.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/07/Snyder-Alexandria-Beth-072925.jpg') !important;"><a href="https://whky.com/woman-jailed-this-morning-on-felony-drug-charge/" title="Woman Jailed This Morning On Felony Drug Charge" class="vc_gitem-link vc-zone-link" ></a><img class="vc_gitem-zone-img" src="https://whky.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/07/Snyder-Alexandria-Beth-072925.jpg" alt="Woman Jailed This Morning On Felony Drug Charge" loading="lazy"><div class="vc_gitem-zone-mini"></div></div></div><div class="vc_gitem-zone vc_gitem-zone-c vc_custom_1419240516480"><div class="vc_gitem-zone-mini"><div class="vc_gitem_row vc_row vc_gitem-row-position-top"><div class="vc_col-sm-12 vc_gitem-col vc_gitem-col-align-"><div class="vc_custom_heading vc_gitem-post-data vc_gitem-post-data-source-post_title" ><h4 style="text-align: left" >Woman Jailed This Morning On Felony Drug Charge</h4></div><div class="vc_custom_heading vc_gitem-post-data vc_gitem-post-data-source-post_excerpt" ><p style="text-align: left" ><p>32-year-old Alexandria Beth Snyder, who is listed as homeless, was arrested by Hickory Police Officers. She&#8217;s charged with felony possession of schedule II controlled substance and second-degree trespass. Snyder was&hellip;</p> </p></div><div class="vc_btn3-container vc_btn3-left"><a class="vc_general vc_btn3 vc_btn3-size-md vc_btn3-shape-rounded vc_btn3-style-flat vc_btn3-color-juicy-pink" a href="https://whky.com/woman-jailed-this-morning-on-felony-drug-charge/" class="vc_gitem-link vc_general vc_btn3 vc_general vc_btn3 vc_btn3-size-md vc_btn3-shape-rounded vc_btn3-style-flat vc_btn3-color-juicy-pink" title="Read more">Read more</a></div></div></div></div></div></div><div class="vc_clearfix"></div></div><div class="vc_grid-item vc_clearfix vc_col-sm-3 vc_grid-item-zone-c-bottom"><div class="vc_grid-item-mini vc_clearfix "><div class="vc_gitem-animated-block" ><div class="vc_gitem-zone vc_gitem-zone-a vc-gitem-zone-height-mode-auto vc-gitem-zone-height-mode-auto-1-1 vc_gitem-is-link" style="background-image: url('https://whky.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/07/Taylor-and-Miller-Combo-Pic-072925.jpg') !important;"><a href="https://whky.com/two-suspects-charged-in-connection-to-armed-robbery-monday-in-alexander-county/" title="Two Suspects Charged In Connection To Armed Robbery Monday In Alexander County" class="vc_gitem-link vc-zone-link" ></a><img class="vc_gitem-zone-img" src="https://whky.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/07/Taylor-and-Miller-Combo-Pic-072925.jpg" alt="Two Suspects Charged In Connection To Armed Robbery Monday In Alexander County" loading="lazy"><div class="vc_gitem-zone-mini"></div></div></div><div class="vc_gitem-zone vc_gitem-zone-c vc_custom_1419240516480"><div class="vc_gitem-zone-mini"><div class="vc_gitem_row vc_row vc_gitem-row-position-top"><div class="vc_col-sm-12 vc_gitem-col vc_gitem-col-align-"><div class="vc_custom_heading vc_gitem-post-data vc_gitem-post-data-source-post_title" ><h4 style="text-align: left" >Two Suspects Charged In Connection To Armed Robbery Monday In Alexander County</h4></div><div class="vc_custom_heading vc_gitem-post-data vc_gitem-post-data-source-post_excerpt" ><p style="text-align: left" ><p>19-year-old Daniel Lee Taylor of Taylorsville and 18-year-old Nazir Nafis Miller, whose address was not listed, were arrested Monday (July 28) by Taylorsville Police Officers. They&#8217;re both charged with robbery&hellip;</p> </p></div><div class="vc_btn3-container vc_btn3-left"><a class="vc_general vc_btn3 vc_btn3-size-md vc_btn3-shape-rounded vc_btn3-style-flat vc_btn3-color-juicy-pink" a href="https://whky.com/two-suspects-charged-in-connection-to-armed-robbery-monday-in-alexander-county/" class="vc_gitem-link vc_general vc_btn3 vc_general vc_btn3 vc_btn3-size-md vc_btn3-shape-rounded vc_btn3-style-flat vc_btn3-color-juicy-pink" title="Read more">Read more</a></div></div></div></div></div></div><div class="vc_clearfix"></div></div><div class="vc_grid-item vc_clearfix vc_col-sm-3 vc_grid-item-zone-c-bottom"><div class="vc_grid-item-mini vc_clearfix "><div class="vc_gitem-animated-block" ><div class="vc_gitem-zone vc_gitem-zone-a vc-gitem-zone-height-mode-auto vc-gitem-zone-height-mode-auto-1-1 vc_gitem-is-link" style="background-image: url('https://whky.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/07/Broyhill-Clayton-Morrison-072925.jpg') !important;"><a href="https://whky.com/authorities-respond-to-occupied-vehicle-on-fire-arrest-made-in-case/" title="Authorities Respond To Occupied Vehicle On Fire, Arrest Made In Case" class="vc_gitem-link vc-zone-link" ></a><img class="vc_gitem-zone-img" src="https://whky.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/07/Broyhill-Clayton-Morrison-072925.jpg" alt="Authorities Respond To Occupied Vehicle On Fire, Arrest Made In Case" loading="lazy"><div class="vc_gitem-zone-mini"></div></div></div><div class="vc_gitem-zone vc_gitem-zone-c vc_custom_1419240516480"><div class="vc_gitem-zone-mini"><div class="vc_gitem_row vc_row vc_gitem-row-position-top"><div class="vc_col-sm-12 vc_gitem-col vc_gitem-col-align-"><div class="vc_custom_heading vc_gitem-post-data vc_gitem-post-data-source-post_title" ><h4 style="text-align: left" >Authorities Respond To Occupied Vehicle On Fire, Arrest Made In Case</h4></div><div class="vc_custom_heading vc_gitem-post-data vc_gitem-post-data-source-post_excerpt" ><p style="text-align: left" ><p>27-year-old Clayton Morrison Broyhill of Mooresville was arrested Monday (July 28) by Mooresville Police Officers. He’s charged with assault with a deadly weapon with intent to kill, burning personal property,&hellip;</p> </p></div><div class="vc_btn3-container vc_btn3-left"><a class="vc_general vc_btn3 vc_btn3-size-md vc_btn3-shape-rounded vc_btn3-style-flat vc_btn3-color-juicy-pink" a href="https://whky.com/authorities-respond-to-occupied-vehicle-on-fire-arrest-made-in-case/" class="vc_gitem-link vc_general vc_btn3 vc_general vc_btn3 vc_btn3-size-md vc_btn3-shape-rounded vc_btn3-style-flat vc_btn3-color-juicy-pink" title="Read more">Read more</a></div></div></div></div></div></div><div class="vc_clearfix"></div></div><div class="vc_grid-item vc_clearfix vc_col-sm-3 vc_grid-item-zone-c-bottom"><div class="vc_grid-item-mini vc_clearfix "><div class="vc_gitem-animated-block" ><div class="vc_gitem-zone vc_gitem-zone-a vc-gitem-zone-height-mode-auto vc-gitem-zone-height-mode-auto-1-1 vc_gitem-is-link" style="background-image: url('https://whky.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/10/NCDOI-Logo-100724.jpg') !important;"><a href="https://whky.com/state-agency-charges-burke-county-resident-with-insurance-fraud/" title="State Agency Charges Burke County Resident With Insurance Fraud" class="vc_gitem-link vc-zone-link" ></a><img class="vc_gitem-zone-img" src="https://whky.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/10/NCDOI-Logo-100724.jpg" alt="State Agency Charges Burke County Resident With Insurance Fraud" loading="lazy"><div class="vc_gitem-zone-mini"></div></div></div><div class="vc_gitem-zone vc_gitem-zone-c vc_custom_1419240516480"><div class="vc_gitem-zone-mini"><div class="vc_gitem_row vc_row vc_gitem-row-position-top"><div class="vc_col-sm-12 vc_gitem-col vc_gitem-col-align-"><div class="vc_custom_heading vc_gitem-post-data vc_gitem-post-data-source-post_title" ><h4 style="text-align: left" >State Agency Charges Burke County Resident With Insurance Fraud</h4></div><div class="vc_custom_heading vc_gitem-post-data vc_gitem-post-data-source-post_excerpt" ><p style="text-align: left" ><p>North Carolina Insurance Commissioner Mike Causey announced the arrest of 23-year-old Dylan Scott Smith of New Orleans Blvd. in Morganton. Smith is charged with one count of insurance fraud and&hellip;</p> </p></div><div class="vc_btn3-container vc_btn3-left"><a class="vc_general vc_btn3 vc_btn3-size-md vc_btn3-shape-rounded vc_btn3-style-flat vc_btn3-color-juicy-pink" a href="https://whky.com/state-agency-charges-burke-county-resident-with-insurance-fraud/" class="vc_gitem-link vc_general vc_btn3 vc_general vc_btn3 vc_btn3-size-md vc_btn3-shape-rounded vc_btn3-style-flat vc_btn3-color-juicy-pink" title="Read more">Read more</a></div></div></div></div></div></div><div class="vc_clearfix"></div></div><div class="vc_grid-item vc_clearfix vc_col-sm-3 vc_grid-item-zone-c-bottom"><div class="vc_grid-item-mini vc_clearfix "><div class="vc_gitem-animated-block" ><div class="vc_gitem-zone vc_gitem-zone-a vc-gitem-zone-height-mode-auto vc-gitem-zone-height-mode-auto-1-1 vc_gitem-is-link" style="background-image: url('https://whky.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/07/Blevins-William-Cody-072825.jpg') !important;"><a href="https://whky.com/stony-point-man-remains-in-jail-charges-pending-in-three-counties/" title="Stony Point Man Remains in Jail; Charges Pending in Three Counties" class="vc_gitem-link vc-zone-link" ></a><img class="vc_gitem-zone-img" src="https://whky.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/07/Blevins-William-Cody-072825.jpg" alt="Stony Point Man Remains in Jail; Charges Pending in Three Counties" loading="lazy"><div class="vc_gitem-zone-mini"></div></div></div><div class="vc_gitem-zone vc_gitem-zone-c vc_custom_1419240516480"><div class="vc_gitem-zone-mini"><div class="vc_gitem_row vc_row vc_gitem-row-position-top"><div class="vc_col-sm-12 vc_gitem-col vc_gitem-col-align-"><div class="vc_custom_heading vc_gitem-post-data vc_gitem-post-data-source-post_title" ><h4 style="text-align: left" >Stony Point Man Remains in Jail; Charges Pending in Three Counties</h4></div><div class="vc_custom_heading vc_gitem-post-data vc_gitem-post-data-source-post_excerpt" ><p style="text-align: left" ><p>30-year-old William Cody Blevins of Stony Point was served with a Governor’s Warrant on July 21. He remains in custody in the Iredell County Detention Center where he has been&hellip;</p> </p></div><div class="vc_btn3-container vc_btn3-left"><a class="vc_general vc_btn3 vc_btn3-size-md vc_btn3-shape-rounded vc_btn3-style-flat vc_btn3-color-juicy-pink" a href="https://whky.com/stony-point-man-remains-in-jail-charges-pending-in-three-counties/" class="vc_gitem-link vc_general vc_btn3 vc_general vc_btn3 vc_btn3-size-md vc_btn3-shape-rounded vc_btn3-style-flat vc_btn3-color-juicy-pink" title="Read more">Read more</a></div></div></div></div></div></div><div class="vc_clearfix"></div></div><div class="vc_grid-item vc_clearfix vc_col-sm-3 vc_grid-item-zone-c-bottom"><div class="vc_grid-item-mini vc_clearfix "><div class="vc_gitem-animated-block" ><div class="vc_gitem-zone vc_gitem-zone-a vc-gitem-zone-height-mode-auto vc-gitem-zone-height-mode-auto-1-1 vc_gitem-is-link" style="background-image: url('https://whky.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/07/Buntic-Luca-Tyler-072825.jpg') !important;"><a href="https://whky.com/newton-man-charged-with-fleeing-from-police/" title="Newton Man Charged With Fleeing From Police" class="vc_gitem-link vc-zone-link" ></a><img class="vc_gitem-zone-img" src="https://whky.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/07/Buntic-Luca-Tyler-072825.jpg" alt="Newton Man Charged With Fleeing From Police" loading="lazy"><div class="vc_gitem-zone-mini"></div></div></div><div class="vc_gitem-zone vc_gitem-zone-c vc_custom_1419240516480"><div class="vc_gitem-zone-mini"><div class="vc_gitem_row vc_row vc_gitem-row-position-top"><div class="vc_col-sm-12 vc_gitem-col vc_gitem-col-align-"><div class="vc_custom_heading vc_gitem-post-data vc_gitem-post-data-source-post_title" ><h4 style="text-align: left" >Newton Man Charged With Fleeing From Police</h4></div><div class="vc_custom_heading vc_gitem-post-data vc_gitem-post-data-source-post_excerpt" ><p style="text-align: left" ><p>25-year-old Luca Tyler Buntic of North Ashe Avenue in Newton was arrested Friday (July 25) by Hickory Police Officers. He&#8217;s charged with felony flee to elude arrest with a motor&hellip;</p> </p></div><div class="vc_btn3-container vc_btn3-left"><a class="vc_general vc_btn3 vc_btn3-size-md vc_btn3-shape-rounded vc_btn3-style-flat vc_btn3-color-juicy-pink" a href="https://whky.com/newton-man-charged-with-fleeing-from-police/" class="vc_gitem-link vc_general vc_btn3 vc_general vc_btn3 vc_btn3-size-md vc_btn3-shape-rounded vc_btn3-style-flat vc_btn3-color-juicy-pink" title="Read more">Read more</a></div></div></div></div></div></div><div class="vc_clearfix"></div></div><div class="vc_grid-item vc_clearfix vc_col-sm-3 vc_grid-item-zone-c-bottom"><div class="vc_grid-item-mini vc_clearfix "><div class="vc_gitem-animated-block" ><div class="vc_gitem-zone vc_gitem-zone-a vc-gitem-zone-height-mode-auto vc-gitem-zone-height-mode-auto-1-1 vc_gitem-is-link" style="background-image: url('https://whky.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/07/Blevins-Jonathan-Bradley-072825.jpg') !important;"><a href="https://whky.com/conover-man-charged-with-strangulation/" title="Conover Man Charged With Strangulation" class="vc_gitem-link vc-zone-link" ></a><img class="vc_gitem-zone-img" src="https://whky.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/07/Blevins-Jonathan-Bradley-072825.jpg" alt="Conover Man Charged With Strangulation" loading="lazy"><div class="vc_gitem-zone-mini"></div></div></div><div class="vc_gitem-zone vc_gitem-zone-c vc_custom_1419240516480"><div class="vc_gitem-zone-mini"><div class="vc_gitem_row vc_row vc_gitem-row-position-top"><div class="vc_col-sm-12 vc_gitem-col vc_gitem-col-align-"><div class="vc_custom_heading vc_gitem-post-data vc_gitem-post-data-source-post_title" ><h4 style="text-align: left" >Conover Man Charged With Strangulation</h4></div><div class="vc_custom_heading vc_gitem-post-data vc_gitem-post-data-source-post_excerpt" ><p style="text-align: left" ><p>53-year-old Jonathan Bradley Blevins of High Tower Street in Conover was arrested by authorities in Catawba County. He&#8217;s charged with assault by strangulation. Blevins was placed in the Catawba County&hellip;</p> </p></div><div class="vc_btn3-container vc_btn3-left"><a class="vc_general vc_btn3 vc_btn3-size-md vc_btn3-shape-rounded vc_btn3-style-flat vc_btn3-color-juicy-pink" a href="https://whky.com/conover-man-charged-with-strangulation/" class="vc_gitem-link vc_general vc_btn3 vc_general vc_btn3 vc_btn3-size-md vc_btn3-shape-rounded vc_btn3-style-flat vc_btn3-color-juicy-pink" title="Read more">Read more</a></div></div></div></div></div></div><div class="vc_clearfix"></div></div><div class="vc_grid-item vc_clearfix vc_col-sm-3 vc_grid-item-zone-c-bottom"><div class="vc_grid-item-mini vc_clearfix "><div class="vc_gitem-animated-block" ><div class="vc_gitem-zone vc_gitem-zone-a vc-gitem-zone-height-mode-auto vc-gitem-zone-height-mode-auto-1-1 vc_gitem-is-link" style="background-image: url('https://whky.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/07/Pate-William-Chase-072825.jpg') !important;"><a href="https://whky.com/fentanyl-charge-lodged-against-man-already-facing-federal-drug-counts/" title="Fentanyl Charge Lodged Against Man Already Facing Federal Drug Counts" class="vc_gitem-link vc-zone-link" ></a><img class="vc_gitem-zone-img" src="https://whky.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/07/Pate-William-Chase-072825.jpg" alt="Fentanyl Charge Lodged Against Man Already Facing Federal Drug Counts" loading="lazy"><div class="vc_gitem-zone-mini"></div></div></div><div class="vc_gitem-zone vc_gitem-zone-c vc_custom_1419240516480"><div class="vc_gitem-zone-mini"><div class="vc_gitem_row vc_row vc_gitem-row-position-top"><div class="vc_col-sm-12 vc_gitem-col vc_gitem-col-align-"><div class="vc_custom_heading vc_gitem-post-data vc_gitem-post-data-source-post_title" ><h4 style="text-align: left" >Fentanyl Charge Lodged Against Man Already Facing Federal Drug Counts</h4></div><div class="vc_custom_heading vc_gitem-post-data vc_gitem-post-data-source-post_excerpt" ><p style="text-align: left" ><p>39-year-old William Chase Pate of River Road in Morganton was arrested Friday (July 25) by Burke County Sheriff’s Officers. He’s charged with felony possession of fentanyl. On Friday at approximately&hellip;</p> </p></div><div class="vc_btn3-container vc_btn3-left"><a class="vc_general vc_btn3 vc_btn3-size-md vc_btn3-shape-rounded vc_btn3-style-flat vc_btn3-color-juicy-pink" a href="https://whky.com/fentanyl-charge-lodged-against-man-already-facing-federal-drug-counts/" class="vc_gitem-link vc_general vc_btn3 vc_general vc_btn3 vc_btn3-size-md vc_btn3-shape-rounded vc_btn3-style-flat vc_btn3-color-juicy-pink" title="Read more">Read more</a></div></div></div></div></div></div><div class="vc_clearfix"></div></div><div class="vc_grid-item vc_clearfix vc_col-sm-3 vc_grid-item-zone-c-bottom"><div class="vc_grid-item-mini vc_clearfix "><div class="vc_gitem-animated-block" ><div class="vc_gitem-zone vc_gitem-zone-a vc-gitem-zone-height-mode-auto vc-gitem-zone-height-mode-auto-1-1 vc_gitem-is-link" style="background-image: url('https://whky.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/07/Perry-Tylor-Scott-072825.jpg') !important;"><a href="https://whky.com/man-found-unconscious-on-side-of-roadway-arrested-on-drug-charges/" title="Man Found Unconscious On Side Of Roadway, Arrested On Drug Charges" class="vc_gitem-link vc-zone-link" ></a><img class="vc_gitem-zone-img" src="https://whky.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/07/Perry-Tylor-Scott-072825.jpg" alt="Man Found Unconscious On Side Of Roadway, Arrested On Drug Charges" loading="lazy"><div class="vc_gitem-zone-mini"></div></div></div><div class="vc_gitem-zone vc_gitem-zone-c vc_custom_1419240516480"><div class="vc_gitem-zone-mini"><div class="vc_gitem_row vc_row vc_gitem-row-position-top"><div class="vc_col-sm-12 vc_gitem-col vc_gitem-col-align-"><div class="vc_custom_heading vc_gitem-post-data vc_gitem-post-data-source-post_title" ><h4 style="text-align: left" >Man Found Unconscious On Side Of Roadway, Arrested On Drug Charges</h4></div><div class="vc_custom_heading vc_gitem-post-data vc_gitem-post-data-source-post_excerpt" ><p style="text-align: left" ><p>28-year-old Tylor Scott Perry of Mooresville was arrested Thursday (July 24) by Mooresville Police Officers. He’s charged with offenses including trafficking methamphetamine, possession with intent to sell and deliver schedule&hellip;</p> </p></div><div class="vc_btn3-container vc_btn3-left"><a class="vc_general vc_btn3 vc_btn3-size-md vc_btn3-shape-rounded vc_btn3-style-flat vc_btn3-color-juicy-pink" a href="https://whky.com/man-found-unconscious-on-side-of-roadway-arrested-on-drug-charges/" class="vc_gitem-link vc_general vc_btn3 vc_general vc_btn3 vc_btn3-size-md vc_btn3-shape-rounded vc_btn3-style-flat vc_btn3-color-juicy-pink" title="Read more">Read more</a></div></div></div></div></div></div><div class="vc_clearfix"></div></div><div class="vc_grid-item vc_clearfix vc_col-sm-3 vc_grid-item-zone-c-bottom"><div class="vc_grid-item-mini vc_clearfix "><div class="vc_gitem-animated-block" ><div class="vc_gitem-zone vc_gitem-zone-a vc-gitem-zone-height-mode-auto vc-gitem-zone-height-mode-auto-1-1 vc_gitem-is-link" style="background-image: url('https://whky.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/07/IMG_1158.jpeg') !important;"><a href="https://whky.com/police-report-kidnapping-arrest-made-in-case/" title="Police Report Kidnapping, Arrest Made In Case" class="vc_gitem-link vc-zone-link" ></a><img class="vc_gitem-zone-img" src="https://whky.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/07/IMG_1158.jpeg" alt="Police Report Kidnapping, Arrest Made In Case" loading="lazy"><div class="vc_gitem-zone-mini"></div></div></div><div class="vc_gitem-zone vc_gitem-zone-c vc_custom_1419240516480"><div class="vc_gitem-zone-mini"><div class="vc_gitem_row vc_row vc_gitem-row-position-top"><div class="vc_col-sm-12 vc_gitem-col vc_gitem-col-align-"><div class="vc_custom_heading vc_gitem-post-data vc_gitem-post-data-source-post_title" ><h4 style="text-align: left" >Police Report Kidnapping, Arrest Made In Case</h4></div><div class="vc_custom_heading vc_gitem-post-data vc_gitem-post-data-source-post_excerpt" ><p style="text-align: left" ><p>30-year-old Haley Lynn Ervin of Mooresville was arrested Friday (July 25) by Mooresville Police Officers. She’s charged with felony first-degree kidnapping. Last Thursday (July 24), Mooresville Police Officers responded to&hellip;</p> </p></div><div class="vc_btn3-container vc_btn3-left"><a class="vc_general vc_btn3 vc_btn3-size-md vc_btn3-shape-rounded vc_btn3-style-flat vc_btn3-color-juicy-pink" a href="https://whky.com/police-report-kidnapping-arrest-made-in-case/" class="vc_gitem-link vc_general vc_btn3 vc_general vc_btn3 vc_btn3-size-md vc_btn3-shape-rounded vc_btn3-style-flat vc_btn3-color-juicy-pink" title="Read more">Read more</a></div></div></div></div></div></div><div class="vc_clearfix"></div></div><div class="vc_grid-item vc_clearfix vc_col-sm-3 vc_grid-item-zone-c-bottom"><div class="vc_grid-item-mini vc_clearfix "><div class="vc_gitem-animated-block" ><div class="vc_gitem-zone vc_gitem-zone-a vc-gitem-zone-height-mode-auto vc-gitem-zone-height-mode-auto-1-1 vc_gitem-is-link" style="background-image: url('https://whky.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/07/Loven-Sterling-Vance-072525.jpg') !important;"><a href="https://whky.com/morganton-man-arrested-on-meth-cocaine-charges/" title="Morganton Man Arrested on Meth &#038; Cocaine Charges" class="vc_gitem-link vc-zone-link" ></a><img class="vc_gitem-zone-img" src="https://whky.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/07/Loven-Sterling-Vance-072525.jpg" alt="Morganton Man Arrested on Meth & Cocaine Charges" loading="lazy"><div class="vc_gitem-zone-mini"></div></div></div><div class="vc_gitem-zone vc_gitem-zone-c vc_custom_1419240516480"><div class="vc_gitem-zone-mini"><div class="vc_gitem_row vc_row vc_gitem-row-position-top"><div class="vc_col-sm-12 vc_gitem-col vc_gitem-col-align-"><div class="vc_custom_heading vc_gitem-post-data vc_gitem-post-data-source-post_title" ><h4 style="text-align: left" >Morganton Man Arrested on Meth &#038; Cocaine Charges</h4></div><div class="vc_custom_heading vc_gitem-post-data vc_gitem-post-data-source-post_excerpt" ><p style="text-align: left" ><p>59-year-old Sterling Vance Loven of N.C. Highway 181 in Morganton has been arrested on felony counts of possession of cocaine, trafficking in methamphetamine, possession of meth, and possession with intent&hellip;</p> </p></div><div class="vc_btn3-container vc_btn3-left"><a class="vc_general vc_btn3 vc_btn3-size-md vc_btn3-shape-rounded vc_btn3-style-flat vc_btn3-color-juicy-pink" a href="https://whky.com/morganton-man-arrested-on-meth-cocaine-charges/" class="vc_gitem-link vc_general vc_btn3 vc_general vc_btn3 vc_btn3-size-md vc_btn3-shape-rounded vc_btn3-style-flat vc_btn3-color-juicy-pink" title="Read more">Read more</a></div></div></div></div></div></div><div class="vc_clearfix"></div></div><div class="vc_grid-item vc_clearfix vc_col-sm-3 vc_grid-item-zone-c-bottom"><div class="vc_grid-item-mini vc_clearfix "><div class="vc_gitem-animated-block" ><div class="vc_gitem-zone vc_gitem-zone-a vc-gitem-zone-height-mode-auto vc-gitem-zone-height-mode-auto-1-1 vc_gitem-is-link" style="background-image: url('https://whky.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/07/Dalton-Marlon-ONeal-072525.jpg') !important;"><a href="https://whky.com/man-already-out-on-bond-on-attempted-murder-charge-arrested-for-cocaine-more/" title="Man Already Out on Bond on Attempted Murder Charge Arrested for Cocaine &#038; More" class="vc_gitem-link vc-zone-link" ></a><img class="vc_gitem-zone-img" src="https://whky.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/07/Dalton-Marlon-ONeal-072525.jpg" alt="Man Already Out on Bond on Attempted Murder Charge Arrested for Cocaine & More" loading="lazy"><div class="vc_gitem-zone-mini"></div></div></div><div class="vc_gitem-zone vc_gitem-zone-c vc_custom_1419240516480"><div class="vc_gitem-zone-mini"><div class="vc_gitem_row vc_row vc_gitem-row-position-top"><div class="vc_col-sm-12 vc_gitem-col vc_gitem-col-align-"><div class="vc_custom_heading vc_gitem-post-data vc_gitem-post-data-source-post_title" ><h4 style="text-align: left" >Man Already Out on Bond on Attempted Murder Charge Arrested for Cocaine &#038; More</h4></div><div class="vc_custom_heading vc_gitem-post-data vc_gitem-post-data-source-post_excerpt" ><p style="text-align: left" ><p>50-year-old Marlon O’Neal Dalton of Forest Park Drive in Statesville has been arrested by Iredell County Sheriff&#8217;s Officers on felony counts of level 2 trafficking of a schedule II controlled&hellip;</p> </p></div><div class="vc_btn3-container vc_btn3-left"><a class="vc_general vc_btn3 vc_btn3-size-md vc_btn3-shape-rounded vc_btn3-style-flat vc_btn3-color-juicy-pink" a href="https://whky.com/man-already-out-on-bond-on-attempted-murder-charge-arrested-for-cocaine-more/" class="vc_gitem-link vc_general vc_btn3 vc_general vc_btn3 vc_btn3-size-md vc_btn3-shape-rounded vc_btn3-style-flat vc_btn3-color-juicy-pink" title="Read more">Read more</a></div></div></div></div></div></div><div class="vc_clearfix"></div></div><div class="vc_grid-item vc_clearfix vc_col-sm-3 vc_grid-item-zone-c-bottom"><div class="vc_grid-item-mini vc_clearfix "><div class="vc_gitem-animated-block" ><div class="vc_gitem-zone vc_gitem-zone-a vc-gitem-zone-height-mode-auto vc-gitem-zone-height-mode-auto-1-1 vc_gitem-is-link" style="background-image: url('https://whky.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/03/Conover-Police-Badge-030922.jpg') !important;"><a href="https://whky.com/man-shot-in-conover-business-parking-lot-passes-away/" title="Man Shot In Conover Business Parking Lot Passes Away" class="vc_gitem-link vc-zone-link" ></a><img class="vc_gitem-zone-img" src="https://whky.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/03/Conover-Police-Badge-030922.jpg" alt="Man Shot In Conover Business Parking Lot Passes Away" loading="lazy"><div class="vc_gitem-zone-mini"></div></div></div><div class="vc_gitem-zone vc_gitem-zone-c vc_custom_1419240516480"><div class="vc_gitem-zone-mini"><div class="vc_gitem_row vc_row vc_gitem-row-position-top"><div class="vc_col-sm-12 vc_gitem-col vc_gitem-col-align-"><div class="vc_custom_heading vc_gitem-post-data vc_gitem-post-data-source-post_title" ><h4 style="text-align: left" >Man Shot In Conover Business Parking Lot Passes Away</h4></div><div class="vc_custom_heading vc_gitem-post-data vc_gitem-post-data-source-post_excerpt" ><p style="text-align: left" ><p>A man who was shot in the parking lot of a Conover laundromat earlier this week has died. According to our news partner WACB, Stephen Thomas was found suffering from&hellip;</p> </p></div><div class="vc_btn3-container vc_btn3-left"><a class="vc_general vc_btn3 vc_btn3-size-md vc_btn3-shape-rounded vc_btn3-style-flat vc_btn3-color-juicy-pink" a href="https://whky.com/man-shot-in-conover-business-parking-lot-passes-away/" class="vc_gitem-link vc_general vc_btn3 vc_general vc_btn3 vc_btn3-size-md vc_btn3-shape-rounded vc_btn3-style-flat vc_btn3-color-juicy-pink" title="Read more">Read more</a></div></div></div></div></div></div><div class="vc_clearfix"></div></div><div class="vc_grid-item vc_clearfix vc_col-sm-3 vc_grid-item-zone-c-bottom"><div class="vc_grid-item-mini vc_clearfix "><div class="vc_gitem-animated-block" ><div class="vc_gitem-zone vc_gitem-zone-a vc-gitem-zone-height-mode-auto vc-gitem-zone-height-mode-auto-1-1 vc_gitem-is-link" style="background-image: url('https://whky.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/07/Michael-Quincy-Harold-072525.jpg') !important;"><a href="https://whky.com/statutory-rape-charge-filed-against-hickory-man/" title="Statutory Rape Charge Filed Against Hickory Man" class="vc_gitem-link vc-zone-link" ></a><img class="vc_gitem-zone-img" src="https://whky.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/07/Michael-Quincy-Harold-072525.jpg" alt="Statutory Rape Charge Filed Against Hickory Man" loading="lazy"><div class="vc_gitem-zone-mini"></div></div></div><div class="vc_gitem-zone vc_gitem-zone-c vc_custom_1419240516480"><div class="vc_gitem-zone-mini"><div class="vc_gitem_row vc_row vc_gitem-row-position-top"><div class="vc_col-sm-12 vc_gitem-col vc_gitem-col-align-"><div class="vc_custom_heading vc_gitem-post-data vc_gitem-post-data-source-post_title" ><h4 style="text-align: left" >Statutory Rape Charge Filed Against Hickory Man</h4></div><div class="vc_custom_heading vc_gitem-post-data vc_gitem-post-data-source-post_excerpt" ><p style="text-align: left" ><p>25-year-old Quincy Harold Michael of 21st Avenue NW in Hickory was arrested Thursday (July 24) by Catawba County Sheriff&#8217;s Officers. He&#8217;s charged with felony statutory rape of a child 15-years-old&hellip;</p> </p></div><div class="vc_btn3-container vc_btn3-left"><a class="vc_general vc_btn3 vc_btn3-size-md vc_btn3-shape-rounded vc_btn3-style-flat vc_btn3-color-juicy-pink" a href="https://whky.com/statutory-rape-charge-filed-against-hickory-man/" class="vc_gitem-link vc_general vc_btn3 vc_general vc_btn3 vc_btn3-size-md vc_btn3-shape-rounded vc_btn3-style-flat vc_btn3-color-juicy-pink" title="Read more">Read more</a></div></div></div></div></div></div><div class="vc_clearfix"></div></div><div class="vc_grid-item vc_clearfix vc_col-sm-3 vc_grid-item-zone-c-bottom"><div class="vc_grid-item-mini vc_clearfix "><div class="vc_gitem-animated-block" ><div class="vc_gitem-zone vc_gitem-zone-a vc-gitem-zone-height-mode-auto vc-gitem-zone-height-mode-auto-1-1 vc_gitem-is-link" style="background-image: url('https://whky.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/07/Farmer-Dakota-Lee-072525.jpg') !important;"><a href="https://whky.com/taylorsville-man-jailed-on-catawba-county-id-theft-charge/" title="Taylorsville Man Jailed On Catawba County ID Theft Charge" class="vc_gitem-link vc-zone-link" ></a><img class="vc_gitem-zone-img" src="https://whky.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/07/Farmer-Dakota-Lee-072525.jpg" alt="Taylorsville Man Jailed On Catawba County ID Theft Charge" loading="lazy"><div class="vc_gitem-zone-mini"></div></div></div><div class="vc_gitem-zone vc_gitem-zone-c vc_custom_1419240516480"><div class="vc_gitem-zone-mini"><div class="vc_gitem_row vc_row vc_gitem-row-position-top"><div class="vc_col-sm-12 vc_gitem-col vc_gitem-col-align-"><div class="vc_custom_heading vc_gitem-post-data vc_gitem-post-data-source-post_title" ><h4 style="text-align: left" >Taylorsville Man Jailed On Catawba County ID Theft Charge</h4></div><div class="vc_custom_heading vc_gitem-post-data vc_gitem-post-data-source-post_excerpt" ><p style="text-align: left" ><p>28-year-old Dakota Lee Farmer of Wittenburg Road in Taylorsville was arrested Thursday (July 24) by Catawba County Sheriff&#8217;s Officers. He&#8217;s charged with felony identity theft and misdemeanor possession of drug&hellip;</p> </p></div><div class="vc_btn3-container vc_btn3-left"><a class="vc_general vc_btn3 vc_btn3-size-md vc_btn3-shape-rounded vc_btn3-style-flat vc_btn3-color-juicy-pink" a href="https://whky.com/taylorsville-man-jailed-on-catawba-county-id-theft-charge/" class="vc_gitem-link vc_general vc_btn3 vc_general vc_btn3 vc_btn3-size-md vc_btn3-shape-rounded vc_btn3-style-flat vc_btn3-color-juicy-pink" title="Read more">Read more</a></div></div></div></div></div></div><div class="vc_clearfix"></div></div><div class="vc_grid-item vc_clearfix vc_col-sm-3 vc_grid-item-zone-c-bottom"><div class="vc_grid-item-mini vc_clearfix "><div class="vc_gitem-animated-block" ><div class="vc_gitem-zone vc_gitem-zone-a vc-gitem-zone-height-mode-auto vc-gitem-zone-height-mode-auto-1-1 vc_gitem-is-link" style="background-image: url('https://whky.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/07/White-Julius-Dwayne-072525.jpg') !important;"><a href="https://whky.com/suspect-charged-with-firearm-stolen-vehicle-offenses-following-reported-chase/" title="Suspect Charged With Firearm, Stolen Vehicle Offenses Following Reported Chase" class="vc_gitem-link vc-zone-link" ></a><img class="vc_gitem-zone-img" src="https://whky.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/07/White-Julius-Dwayne-072525.jpg" alt="Suspect Charged With Firearm, Stolen Vehicle Offenses Following Reported Chase" loading="lazy"><div class="vc_gitem-zone-mini"></div></div></div><div class="vc_gitem-zone vc_gitem-zone-c vc_custom_1419240516480"><div class="vc_gitem-zone-mini"><div class="vc_gitem_row vc_row vc_gitem-row-position-top"><div class="vc_col-sm-12 vc_gitem-col vc_gitem-col-align-"><div class="vc_custom_heading vc_gitem-post-data vc_gitem-post-data-source-post_title" ><h4 style="text-align: left" >Suspect Charged With Firearm, Stolen Vehicle Offenses Following Reported Chase</h4></div><div class="vc_custom_heading vc_gitem-post-data vc_gitem-post-data-source-post_excerpt" ><p style="text-align: left" ><p>20-year-old Julius Dwayne White of Charlotte was arrested by Mooresville Police Officers. He’s charged with possession of a firearm by a convicted felon, speeding to elude arrest, possession of a&hellip;</p> </p></div><div class="vc_btn3-container vc_btn3-left"><a class="vc_general vc_btn3 vc_btn3-size-md vc_btn3-shape-rounded vc_btn3-style-flat vc_btn3-color-juicy-pink" a href="https://whky.com/suspect-charged-with-firearm-stolen-vehicle-offenses-following-reported-chase/" class="vc_gitem-link vc_general vc_btn3 vc_general vc_btn3 vc_btn3-size-md vc_btn3-shape-rounded vc_btn3-style-flat vc_btn3-color-juicy-pink" title="Read more">Read more</a></div></div></div></div></div></div><div class="vc_clearfix"></div></div><div class="vc_grid-item vc_clearfix vc_col-sm-3 vc_grid-item-zone-c-bottom"><div class="vc_grid-item-mini vc_clearfix "><div class="vc_gitem-animated-block" ><div class="vc_gitem-zone vc_gitem-zone-a vc-gitem-zone-height-mode-auto vc-gitem-zone-height-mode-auto-1-1 vc_gitem-is-link" style="background-image: url('https://whky.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/07/Carswell-and-Fox-combo-072425.jpg') !important;"><a href="https://whky.com/officers-fire-shots-at-fleeing-suspects-prior-to-arrests/" title="Officers Fire Shots at Fleeing Suspects Prior to Arrests" class="vc_gitem-link vc-zone-link" ></a><img class="vc_gitem-zone-img" src="https://whky.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/07/Carswell-and-Fox-combo-072425.jpg" alt="Officers Fire Shots at Fleeing Suspects Prior to Arrests" loading="lazy"><div class="vc_gitem-zone-mini"></div></div></div><div class="vc_gitem-zone vc_gitem-zone-c vc_custom_1419240516480"><div class="vc_gitem-zone-mini"><div class="vc_gitem_row vc_row vc_gitem-row-position-top"><div class="vc_col-sm-12 vc_gitem-col vc_gitem-col-align-"><div class="vc_custom_heading vc_gitem-post-data vc_gitem-post-data-source-post_title" ><h4 style="text-align: left" >Officers Fire Shots at Fleeing Suspects Prior to Arrests</h4></div><div class="vc_custom_heading vc_gitem-post-data vc_gitem-post-data-source-post_excerpt" ><p style="text-align: left" ><p>45-year-old David Ray Carswell of Taylorsville has been arrested on two counts each of trafficking methamphetamine and maintaining a vehicle or dwelling for a controlled substance, along with one count&hellip;</p> </p></div><div class="vc_btn3-container vc_btn3-left"><a class="vc_general vc_btn3 vc_btn3-size-md vc_btn3-shape-rounded vc_btn3-style-flat vc_btn3-color-juicy-pink" a href="https://whky.com/officers-fire-shots-at-fleeing-suspects-prior-to-arrests/" class="vc_gitem-link vc_general vc_btn3 vc_general vc_btn3 vc_btn3-size-md vc_btn3-shape-rounded vc_btn3-style-flat vc_btn3-color-juicy-pink" title="Read more">Read more</a></div></div></div></div></div></div><div class="vc_clearfix"></div></div><div class="vc_grid-item vc_clearfix vc_col-sm-3 vc_grid-item-zone-c-bottom"><div class="vc_grid-item-mini vc_clearfix "><div class="vc_gitem-animated-block" ><div class="vc_gitem-zone vc_gitem-zone-a vc-gitem-zone-height-mode-auto vc-gitem-zone-height-mode-auto-1-1 vc_gitem-is-link" style="background-image: url('https://whky.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/07/MartinezClemente-Dylan-072425.jpg') !important;"><a href="https://whky.com/newton-man-jailed-on-rape-charge/" title="Newton Man Jailed on Rape Charge" class="vc_gitem-link vc-zone-link" ></a><img class="vc_gitem-zone-img" src="https://whky.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/07/MartinezClemente-Dylan-072425.jpg" alt="Newton Man Jailed on Rape Charge" loading="lazy"><div class="vc_gitem-zone-mini"></div></div></div><div class="vc_gitem-zone vc_gitem-zone-c vc_custom_1419240516480"><div class="vc_gitem-zone-mini"><div class="vc_gitem_row vc_row vc_gitem-row-position-top"><div class="vc_col-sm-12 vc_gitem-col vc_gitem-col-align-"><div class="vc_custom_heading vc_gitem-post-data vc_gitem-post-data-source-post_title" ><h4 style="text-align: left" >Newton Man Jailed on Rape Charge</h4></div><div class="vc_custom_heading vc_gitem-post-data vc_gitem-post-data-source-post_excerpt" ><p style="text-align: left" ><p>19-year-old Dylan Martinez-Clemente of Poplar Circle in Newton has been arrested by Newton Police on charges of second-degree forcible rape and second-degree forcible sex offense. Martinez-Clemente was jailed today (July&hellip;</p> </p></div><div class="vc_btn3-container vc_btn3-left"><a class="vc_general vc_btn3 vc_btn3-size-md vc_btn3-shape-rounded vc_btn3-style-flat vc_btn3-color-juicy-pink" a href="https://whky.com/newton-man-jailed-on-rape-charge/" class="vc_gitem-link vc_general vc_btn3 vc_general vc_btn3 vc_btn3-size-md vc_btn3-shape-rounded vc_btn3-style-flat vc_btn3-color-juicy-pink" title="Read more">Read more</a></div></div></div></div></div></div><div class="vc_clearfix"></div></div><div class="vc_grid-item vc_clearfix vc_col-sm-3 vc_grid-item-zone-c-bottom"><div class="vc_grid-item-mini vc_clearfix "><div class="vc_gitem-animated-block" ><div class="vc_gitem-zone vc_gitem-zone-a vc-gitem-zone-height-mode-auto vc-gitem-zone-height-mode-auto-1-1 vc_gitem-is-link" style="background-image: url('https://whky.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/07/Harris-Jaheem-Quashawn-072425.jpg') !important;"><a href="https://whky.com/lenoir-man-charged-in-july-14-murder/" title="Lenoir Man Charged in July 14 Murder" class="vc_gitem-link vc-zone-link" ></a><img class="vc_gitem-zone-img" src="https://whky.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/07/Harris-Jaheem-Quashawn-072425.jpg" alt="Lenoir Man Charged in July 14 Murder" loading="lazy"><div class="vc_gitem-zone-mini"></div></div></div><div class="vc_gitem-zone vc_gitem-zone-c vc_custom_1419240516480"><div class="vc_gitem-zone-mini"><div class="vc_gitem_row vc_row vc_gitem-row-position-top"><div class="vc_col-sm-12 vc_gitem-col vc_gitem-col-align-"><div class="vc_custom_heading vc_gitem-post-data vc_gitem-post-data-source-post_title" ><h4 style="text-align: left" >Lenoir Man Charged in July 14 Murder</h4></div><div class="vc_custom_heading vc_gitem-post-data vc_gitem-post-data-source-post_excerpt" ><p style="text-align: left" ><p>19-year-old Jaheem Quashawn Harris of Lynview Street N.E. in Lenoir has been arrested and charged with murder. Lenoir Police assisted Hickory Police Officers with Harris’ apprehension. Harris’ arrest is in&hellip;</p> </p></div><div class="vc_btn3-container vc_btn3-left"><a class="vc_general vc_btn3 vc_btn3-size-md vc_btn3-shape-rounded vc_btn3-style-flat vc_btn3-color-juicy-pink" a href="https://whky.com/lenoir-man-charged-in-july-14-murder/" class="vc_gitem-link vc_general vc_btn3 vc_general vc_btn3 vc_btn3-size-md vc_btn3-shape-rounded vc_btn3-style-flat vc_btn3-color-juicy-pink" title="Read more">Read more</a></div></div></div></div></div></div><div class="vc_clearfix"></div></div><div class="vc_grid-item vc_clearfix vc_col-sm-3 vc_grid-item-zone-c-bottom"><div class="vc_grid-item-mini vc_clearfix "><div class="vc_gitem-animated-block" ><div class="vc_gitem-zone vc_gitem-zone-a vc-gitem-zone-height-mode-auto vc-gitem-zone-height-mode-auto-1-1 vc_gitem-is-link" style="background-image: url('https://whky.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/08/Alexander-County-Sheriffs-Office-Badge-Star-082222.jpg') !important;"><a href="https://whky.com/breaking-news-shooting-investigation-underway-in-bethlehem/" title="BREAKING NEWS: Shooting Investigation Underway in Bethlehem" class="vc_gitem-link vc-zone-link" ></a><img class="vc_gitem-zone-img" src="https://whky.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/08/Alexander-County-Sheriffs-Office-Badge-Star-082222.jpg" alt="BREAKING NEWS: Shooting Investigation Underway in Bethlehem" loading="lazy"><div class="vc_gitem-zone-mini"></div></div></div><div class="vc_gitem-zone vc_gitem-zone-c vc_custom_1419240516480"><div class="vc_gitem-zone-mini"><div class="vc_gitem_row vc_row vc_gitem-row-position-top"><div class="vc_col-sm-12 vc_gitem-col vc_gitem-col-align-"><div class="vc_custom_heading vc_gitem-post-data vc_gitem-post-data-source-post_title" ><h4 style="text-align: left" >BREAKING NEWS: Shooting Investigation Underway in Bethlehem</h4></div><div class="vc_custom_heading vc_gitem-post-data vc_gitem-post-data-source-post_excerpt" ><p style="text-align: left" ><p>The Alexander County Sheriff’s Office is on the scene of an Officer-involved shooting. According to our news partner WACB, Sheriff Chad Pennell says that Bolick Lane in Bethlehem is closed&hellip;</p> </p></div><div class="vc_btn3-container vc_btn3-left"><a class="vc_general vc_btn3 vc_btn3-size-md vc_btn3-shape-rounded vc_btn3-style-flat vc_btn3-color-juicy-pink" a href="https://whky.com/breaking-news-shooting-investigation-underway-in-bethlehem/" class="vc_gitem-link vc_general vc_btn3 vc_general vc_btn3 vc_btn3-size-md vc_btn3-shape-rounded vc_btn3-style-flat vc_btn3-color-juicy-pink" title="Read more">Read more</a></div></div></div></div></div></div><div class="vc_clearfix"></div></div><div class="vc_grid-item vc_clearfix vc_col-sm-3 vc_grid-item-zone-c-bottom"><div class="vc_grid-item-mini vc_clearfix "><div class="vc_gitem-animated-block" ><div class="vc_gitem-zone vc_gitem-zone-a vc-gitem-zone-height-mode-auto vc-gitem-zone-height-mode-auto-1-1 vc_gitem-is-link" style="background-image: url('https://whky.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/07/Taylor-Kirsten-Rhea-072425.jpg') !important;"><a href="https://whky.com/woman-charged-with-animal-cruelty/" title="Woman Charged With Animal Cruelty" class="vc_gitem-link vc-zone-link" ></a><img class="vc_gitem-zone-img" src="https://whky.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/07/Taylor-Kirsten-Rhea-072425.jpg" alt="Woman Charged With Animal Cruelty" loading="lazy"><div class="vc_gitem-zone-mini"></div></div></div><div class="vc_gitem-zone vc_gitem-zone-c vc_custom_1419240516480"><div class="vc_gitem-zone-mini"><div class="vc_gitem_row vc_row vc_gitem-row-position-top"><div class="vc_col-sm-12 vc_gitem-col vc_gitem-col-align-"><div class="vc_custom_heading vc_gitem-post-data vc_gitem-post-data-source-post_title" ><h4 style="text-align: left" >Woman Charged With Animal Cruelty</h4></div><div class="vc_custom_heading vc_gitem-post-data vc_gitem-post-data-source-post_excerpt" ><p style="text-align: left" ><p>A woman faces charges in a case involving the abuse of animals. 28-year-old Kirsten Rhea Taylor of Mooresville was arrested by Iredell County Sheriff’s Officers. She&#8217;s charged with four felony&hellip;</p> </p></div><div class="vc_btn3-container vc_btn3-left"><a class="vc_general vc_btn3 vc_btn3-size-md vc_btn3-shape-rounded vc_btn3-style-flat vc_btn3-color-juicy-pink" a href="https://whky.com/woman-charged-with-animal-cruelty/" class="vc_gitem-link vc_general vc_btn3 vc_general vc_btn3 vc_btn3-size-md vc_btn3-shape-rounded vc_btn3-style-flat vc_btn3-color-juicy-pink" title="Read more">Read more</a></div></div></div></div></div></div><div class="vc_clearfix"></div></div><div class="vc_grid-item vc_clearfix vc_col-sm-3 vc_grid-item-zone-c-bottom"><div class="vc_grid-item-mini vc_clearfix "><div class="vc_gitem-animated-block" ><div class="vc_gitem-zone vc_gitem-zone-a vc-gitem-zone-height-mode-auto vc-gitem-zone-height-mode-auto-1-1 vc_gitem-is-link" style="background-image: url('https://whky.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/07/Lloyd-and-Fox-Combo-Pic-072425.jpg') !important;"><a href="https://whky.com/alexander-county-residents-charged-after-being-stopped-at-traffic-checkpoint/" title="Alexander County Residents Charged After Being Stopped At Traffic Checkpoint" class="vc_gitem-link vc-zone-link" ></a><img class="vc_gitem-zone-img" src="https://whky.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/07/Lloyd-and-Fox-Combo-Pic-072425.jpg" alt="Alexander County Residents Charged After Being Stopped At Traffic Checkpoint" loading="lazy"><div class="vc_gitem-zone-mini"></div></div></div><div class="vc_gitem-zone vc_gitem-zone-c vc_custom_1419240516480"><div class="vc_gitem-zone-mini"><div class="vc_gitem_row vc_row vc_gitem-row-position-top"><div class="vc_col-sm-12 vc_gitem-col vc_gitem-col-align-"><div class="vc_custom_heading vc_gitem-post-data vc_gitem-post-data-source-post_title" ><h4 style="text-align: left" >Alexander County Residents Charged After Being Stopped At Traffic Checkpoint</h4></div><div class="vc_custom_heading vc_gitem-post-data vc_gitem-post-data-source-post_excerpt" ><p style="text-align: left" ><p>35-year-old Courtney Michelle Lloyd and 33-year-old Christopher Lashone Fox, both of Taylorsville, were arrested Monday (July 21) by Alexander County Sheriff’s Officers. Both suspects are charged with possession of a&hellip;</p> </p></div><div class="vc_btn3-container vc_btn3-left"><a class="vc_general vc_btn3 vc_btn3-size-md vc_btn3-shape-rounded vc_btn3-style-flat vc_btn3-color-juicy-pink" a href="https://whky.com/alexander-county-residents-charged-after-being-stopped-at-traffic-checkpoint/" class="vc_gitem-link vc_general vc_btn3 vc_general vc_btn3 vc_btn3-size-md vc_btn3-shape-rounded vc_btn3-style-flat vc_btn3-color-juicy-pink" title="Read more">Read more</a></div></div></div></div></div></div><div class="vc_clearfix"></div></div><div class="vc_grid-item vc_clearfix vc_col-sm-3 vc_grid-item-zone-c-bottom"><div class="vc_grid-item-mini vc_clearfix "><div class="vc_gitem-animated-block" ><div class="vc_gitem-zone vc_gitem-zone-a vc-gitem-zone-height-mode-auto vc-gitem-zone-height-mode-auto-1-1 vc_gitem-is-link" style="background-image: url('https://whky.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/07/IMG_1057.jpeg') !important;"><a href="https://whky.com/arrest-made-in-murder-case/" title="Arrest Made In Murder Case" class="vc_gitem-link vc-zone-link" ></a><img class="vc_gitem-zone-img" src="https://whky.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/07/IMG_1057.jpeg" alt="Arrest Made In Murder Case" loading="lazy"><div class="vc_gitem-zone-mini"></div></div></div><div class="vc_gitem-zone vc_gitem-zone-c vc_custom_1419240516480"><div class="vc_gitem-zone-mini"><div class="vc_gitem_row vc_row vc_gitem-row-position-top"><div class="vc_col-sm-12 vc_gitem-col vc_gitem-col-align-"><div class="vc_custom_heading vc_gitem-post-data vc_gitem-post-data-source-post_title" ><h4 style="text-align: left" >Arrest Made In Murder Case</h4></div><div class="vc_custom_heading vc_gitem-post-data vc_gitem-post-data-source-post_excerpt" ><p style="text-align: left" ><p>33-year-old Darryl Davekio Jordan (pictured, above) was arrested Tuesday (June 22) by Statesville Police in collaboration with the U.S. Marshals Carolinas Regional Fugitive Task Force. He’s charged with murder. Jordan&hellip;</p> </p></div><div class="vc_btn3-container vc_btn3-left"><a class="vc_general vc_btn3 vc_btn3-size-md vc_btn3-shape-rounded vc_btn3-style-flat vc_btn3-color-juicy-pink" a href="https://whky.com/arrest-made-in-murder-case/" class="vc_gitem-link vc_general vc_btn3 vc_general vc_btn3 vc_btn3-size-md vc_btn3-shape-rounded vc_btn3-style-flat vc_btn3-color-juicy-pink" title="Read more">Read more</a></div></div></div></div></div></div><div class="vc_clearfix"></div></div><div class="vc_grid-item vc_clearfix vc_col-sm-3 vc_grid-item-zone-c-bottom"><div class="vc_grid-item-mini vc_clearfix "><div class="vc_gitem-animated-block" ><div class="vc_gitem-zone vc_gitem-zone-a vc-gitem-zone-height-mode-auto vc-gitem-zone-height-mode-auto-1-1 vc_gitem-is-link" style="background-image: url('https://whky.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/07/Ford-Tony-Len-072325.jpg') !important;"><a href="https://whky.com/boone-man-charged-with-sexual-exploitation-of-a-minor/" title="Boone Man Charged with Sexual Exploitation of a Minor" class="vc_gitem-link vc-zone-link" ></a><img class="vc_gitem-zone-img" src="https://whky.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/07/Ford-Tony-Len-072325.jpg" alt="Boone Man Charged with Sexual Exploitation of a Minor" loading="lazy"><div class="vc_gitem-zone-mini"></div></div></div><div class="vc_gitem-zone vc_gitem-zone-c vc_custom_1419240516480"><div class="vc_gitem-zone-mini"><div class="vc_gitem_row vc_row vc_gitem-row-position-top"><div class="vc_col-sm-12 vc_gitem-col vc_gitem-col-align-"><div class="vc_custom_heading vc_gitem-post-data vc_gitem-post-data-source-post_title" ><h4 style="text-align: left" >Boone Man Charged with Sexual Exploitation of a Minor</h4></div><div class="vc_custom_heading vc_gitem-post-data vc_gitem-post-data-source-post_excerpt" ><p style="text-align: left" ><p>41-year-old Tony Len Ford of Boone has been arrested and charged with ten counts of second-degree sexual exploitation of a minor. On July 22, Boone Police, Watauga County Sheriff’s Officers,&hellip;</p> </p></div><div class="vc_btn3-container vc_btn3-left"><a class="vc_general vc_btn3 vc_btn3-size-md vc_btn3-shape-rounded vc_btn3-style-flat vc_btn3-color-juicy-pink" a href="https://whky.com/boone-man-charged-with-sexual-exploitation-of-a-minor/" class="vc_gitem-link vc_general vc_btn3 vc_general vc_btn3 vc_btn3-size-md vc_btn3-shape-rounded vc_btn3-style-flat vc_btn3-color-juicy-pink" title="Read more">Read more</a></div></div></div></div></div></div><div class="vc_clearfix"></div></div><div class="vc_grid-item vc_clearfix vc_col-sm-3 vc_grid-item-zone-c-bottom"><div class="vc_grid-item-mini vc_clearfix "><div class="vc_gitem-animated-block" ><div class="vc_gitem-zone vc_gitem-zone-a vc-gitem-zone-height-mode-auto vc-gitem-zone-height-mode-auto-1-1 vc_gitem-is-link" style="background-image: url('https://whky.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/07/Lochbaum-Carissa-Lynn-072325.jpg') !important;"><a href="https://whky.com/woman-sentenced-for-trafficking-concealment-of-death/" title="Woman Sentenced for Trafficking &#038; Concealment of Death" class="vc_gitem-link vc-zone-link" ></a><img class="vc_gitem-zone-img" src="https://whky.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/07/Lochbaum-Carissa-Lynn-072325.jpg" alt="Woman Sentenced for Trafficking & Concealment of Death" loading="lazy"><div class="vc_gitem-zone-mini"></div></div></div><div class="vc_gitem-zone vc_gitem-zone-c vc_custom_1419240516480"><div class="vc_gitem-zone-mini"><div class="vc_gitem_row vc_row vc_gitem-row-position-top"><div class="vc_col-sm-12 vc_gitem-col vc_gitem-col-align-"><div class="vc_custom_heading vc_gitem-post-data vc_gitem-post-data-source-post_title" ><h4 style="text-align: left" >Woman Sentenced for Trafficking &#038; Concealment of Death</h4></div><div class="vc_custom_heading vc_gitem-post-data vc_gitem-post-data-source-post_excerpt" ><p style="text-align: left" ><p>33-year-old Carissa Lynn Lochbaum of Hickory was sentenced to serve six-to-eight years in prison after she pleaded guilty to trafficking fentanyl and concealing or failing to report a death. The&hellip;</p> </p></div><div class="vc_btn3-container vc_btn3-left"><a class="vc_general vc_btn3 vc_btn3-size-md vc_btn3-shape-rounded vc_btn3-style-flat vc_btn3-color-juicy-pink" a href="https://whky.com/woman-sentenced-for-trafficking-concealment-of-death/" class="vc_gitem-link vc_general vc_btn3 vc_general vc_btn3 vc_btn3-size-md vc_btn3-shape-rounded vc_btn3-style-flat vc_btn3-color-juicy-pink" title="Read more">Read more</a></div></div></div></div></div></div><div class="vc_clearfix"></div></div><div class="vc_grid-item vc_clearfix vc_col-sm-3 vc_grid-item-zone-c-bottom"><div class="vc_grid-item-mini vc_clearfix "><div class="vc_gitem-animated-block" ><div class="vc_gitem-zone vc_gitem-zone-a vc-gitem-zone-height-mode-auto vc-gitem-zone-height-mode-auto-1-1 vc_gitem-is-link" style="background-image: url('https://whky.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/07/Robinson-Darnell-Decoy-072325.jpg') !important;"><a href="https://whky.com/man-charged-with-multiple-offenses-following-reported-chase-with-police/" title="Man Charged With Multiple Offenses Following Reported Chase With Police In Stolen Vehicle" class="vc_gitem-link vc-zone-link" ></a><img class="vc_gitem-zone-img" src="https://whky.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/07/Robinson-Darnell-Decoy-072325.jpg" alt="Man Charged With Multiple Offenses Following Reported Chase With Police In Stolen Vehicle" loading="lazy"><div class="vc_gitem-zone-mini"></div></div></div><div class="vc_gitem-zone vc_gitem-zone-c vc_custom_1419240516480"><div class="vc_gitem-zone-mini"><div class="vc_gitem_row vc_row vc_gitem-row-position-top"><div class="vc_col-sm-12 vc_gitem-col vc_gitem-col-align-"><div class="vc_custom_heading vc_gitem-post-data vc_gitem-post-data-source-post_title" ><h4 style="text-align: left" >Man Charged With Multiple Offenses Following Reported Chase With Police In Stolen Vehicle</h4></div><div class="vc_custom_heading vc_gitem-post-data vc_gitem-post-data-source-post_excerpt" ><p style="text-align: left" ><p>28-year-old Darnell Decoy Robinson of Winston-Salem was arrested by Lincoln County Sheriff&#8217;s Officers. He&#8217;s charged with felony counts of flee to elude arrest with a motor vehicle and possession of&hellip;</p> </p></div><div class="vc_btn3-container vc_btn3-left"><a class="vc_general vc_btn3 vc_btn3-size-md vc_btn3-shape-rounded vc_btn3-style-flat vc_btn3-color-juicy-pink" a href="https://whky.com/man-charged-with-multiple-offenses-following-reported-chase-with-police/" class="vc_gitem-link vc_general vc_btn3 vc_general vc_btn3 vc_btn3-size-md vc_btn3-shape-rounded vc_btn3-style-flat vc_btn3-color-juicy-pink" title="Read more">Read more</a></div></div></div></div></div></div><div class="vc_clearfix"></div></div><div class="vc_grid-item vc_clearfix vc_col-sm-3 vc_grid-item-zone-c-bottom"><div class="vc_grid-item-mini vc_clearfix "><div class="vc_gitem-animated-block" ><div class="vc_gitem-zone vc_gitem-zone-a vc-gitem-zone-height-mode-auto vc-gitem-zone-height-mode-auto-1-1 vc_gitem-is-link" style="background-image: url('https://whky.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/07/U.S.-District-Court-Western-District-NC-071422.jpg') !important;"><a href="https://whky.com/man-sentenced-to-federal-prison-term-in-cattle-theft-case/" title="Man Sentenced To Federal Prison Term In Cattle Theft Case" class="vc_gitem-link vc-zone-link" ></a><img class="vc_gitem-zone-img" src="https://whky.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/07/U.S.-District-Court-Western-District-NC-071422.jpg" alt="Man Sentenced To Federal Prison Term In Cattle Theft Case" loading="lazy"><div class="vc_gitem-zone-mini"></div></div></div><div class="vc_gitem-zone vc_gitem-zone-c vc_custom_1419240516480"><div class="vc_gitem-zone-mini"><div class="vc_gitem_row vc_row vc_gitem-row-position-top"><div class="vc_col-sm-12 vc_gitem-col vc_gitem-col-align-"><div class="vc_custom_heading vc_gitem-post-data vc_gitem-post-data-source-post_title" ><h4 style="text-align: left" >Man Sentenced To Federal Prison Term In Cattle Theft Case</h4></div><div class="vc_custom_heading vc_gitem-post-data vc_gitem-post-data-source-post_excerpt" ><p style="text-align: left" ><p>A man received a federal prison sentence for illegally obtaining cattle from farms. Some of the crimes were committed in Iredell County. 26-year-old William Dalton Edwards of Mount Airy was&hellip;</p> </p></div><div class="vc_btn3-container vc_btn3-left"><a class="vc_general vc_btn3 vc_btn3-size-md vc_btn3-shape-rounded vc_btn3-style-flat vc_btn3-color-juicy-pink" a href="https://whky.com/man-sentenced-to-federal-prison-term-in-cattle-theft-case/" class="vc_gitem-link vc_general vc_btn3 vc_general vc_btn3 vc_btn3-size-md vc_btn3-shape-rounded vc_btn3-style-flat vc_btn3-color-juicy-pink" title="Read more">Read more</a></div></div></div></div></div></div><div class="vc_clearfix"></div></div><div class="vc_grid-item vc_clearfix vc_col-sm-3 vc_grid-item-zone-c-bottom"><div class="vc_grid-item-mini vc_clearfix "><div class="vc_gitem-animated-block" ><div class="vc_gitem-zone vc_gitem-zone-a vc-gitem-zone-height-mode-auto vc-gitem-zone-height-mode-auto-1-1 vc_gitem-is-link" style="background-image: url('https://whky.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/07/IMG_1041.jpeg') !important;"><a href="https://whky.com/man-receives-prison-sentence-in-connection-to-overdose-deaths/" title="Man Receives Prison Sentence In Connection To Overdose Deaths" class="vc_gitem-link vc-zone-link" ></a><img class="vc_gitem-zone-img" src="https://whky.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/07/IMG_1041.jpeg" alt="Man Receives Prison Sentence In Connection To Overdose Deaths" loading="lazy"><div class="vc_gitem-zone-mini"></div></div></div><div class="vc_gitem-zone vc_gitem-zone-c vc_custom_1419240516480"><div class="vc_gitem-zone-mini"><div class="vc_gitem_row vc_row vc_gitem-row-position-top"><div class="vc_col-sm-12 vc_gitem-col vc_gitem-col-align-"><div class="vc_custom_heading vc_gitem-post-data vc_gitem-post-data-source-post_title" ><h4 style="text-align: left" >Man Receives Prison Sentence In Connection To Overdose Deaths</h4></div><div class="vc_custom_heading vc_gitem-post-data vc_gitem-post-data-source-post_excerpt" ><p style="text-align: left" ><p>A Statesville man received a maximum prison sentence of more than ten years in a case involving multiple overdose deaths. Details were released by the Statesville Police Department Tuesday (July&hellip;</p> </p></div><div class="vc_btn3-container vc_btn3-left"><a class="vc_general vc_btn3 vc_btn3-size-md vc_btn3-shape-rounded vc_btn3-style-flat vc_btn3-color-juicy-pink" a href="https://whky.com/man-receives-prison-sentence-in-connection-to-overdose-deaths/" class="vc_gitem-link vc_general vc_btn3 vc_general vc_btn3 vc_btn3-size-md vc_btn3-shape-rounded vc_btn3-style-flat vc_btn3-color-juicy-pink" title="Read more">Read more</a></div></div></div></div></div></div><div class="vc_clearfix"></div></div><div class="vc_grid-item vc_clearfix vc_col-sm-3 vc_grid-item-zone-c-bottom"><div class="vc_grid-item-mini vc_clearfix "><div class="vc_gitem-animated-block" ><div class="vc_gitem-zone vc_gitem-zone-a vc-gitem-zone-height-mode-auto vc-gitem-zone-height-mode-auto-1-1 vc_gitem-is-link" style="background-image: url('https://whky.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/07/Wise-Roxie-Ann-072225.jpg') !important;"><a href="https://whky.com/connelly-springs-sex-offender-charged-with-failure-to-register-address/" title="Connelly Springs Sex Offender Charged with Failure to Register Address" class="vc_gitem-link vc-zone-link" ></a><img class="vc_gitem-zone-img" src="https://whky.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/07/Wise-Roxie-Ann-072225.jpg" alt="Connelly Springs Sex Offender Charged with Failure to Register Address" loading="lazy"><div class="vc_gitem-zone-mini"></div></div></div><div class="vc_gitem-zone vc_gitem-zone-c vc_custom_1419240516480"><div class="vc_gitem-zone-mini"><div class="vc_gitem_row vc_row vc_gitem-row-position-top"><div class="vc_col-sm-12 vc_gitem-col vc_gitem-col-align-"><div class="vc_custom_heading vc_gitem-post-data vc_gitem-post-data-source-post_title" ><h4 style="text-align: left" >Connelly Springs Sex Offender Charged with Failure to Register Address</h4></div><div class="vc_custom_heading vc_gitem-post-data vc_gitem-post-data-source-post_excerpt" ><p style="text-align: left" ><p>52-year-old Roxie Ann Wise of Fieldview Acres Drive in Connelly Springs has been arrested by Burke County Sheriff’s Officers for felony failure by a sex offender to report a change&hellip;</p> </p></div><div class="vc_btn3-container vc_btn3-left"><a class="vc_general vc_btn3 vc_btn3-size-md vc_btn3-shape-rounded vc_btn3-style-flat vc_btn3-color-juicy-pink" a href="https://whky.com/connelly-springs-sex-offender-charged-with-failure-to-register-address/" class="vc_gitem-link vc_general vc_btn3 vc_general vc_btn3 vc_btn3-size-md vc_btn3-shape-rounded vc_btn3-style-flat vc_btn3-color-juicy-pink" title="Read more">Read more</a></div></div></div></div></div></div><div class="vc_clearfix"></div></div><div class="vc_grid-item vc_clearfix vc_col-sm-3 vc_grid-item-zone-c-bottom"><div class="vc_grid-item-mini vc_clearfix "><div class="vc_gitem-animated-block" ><div class="vc_gitem-zone vc_gitem-zone-a vc-gitem-zone-height-mode-auto vc-gitem-zone-height-mode-auto-1-1 vc_gitem-is-link" style="background-image: url('https://whky.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/07/Rosenbaum-Jonathan-William-072225.jpg') !important;"><a href="https://whky.com/habitual-felon-sentenced-on-felony-drug-charges/" title="Habitual Felon Sentenced on Felony Drug Charges" class="vc_gitem-link vc-zone-link" ></a><img class="vc_gitem-zone-img" src="https://whky.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/07/Rosenbaum-Jonathan-William-072225.jpg" alt="Habitual Felon Sentenced on Felony Drug Charges" loading="lazy"><div class="vc_gitem-zone-mini"></div></div></div><div class="vc_gitem-zone vc_gitem-zone-c vc_custom_1419240516480"><div class="vc_gitem-zone-mini"><div class="vc_gitem_row vc_row vc_gitem-row-position-top"><div class="vc_col-sm-12 vc_gitem-col vc_gitem-col-align-"><div class="vc_custom_heading vc_gitem-post-data vc_gitem-post-data-source-post_title" ><h4 style="text-align: left" >Habitual Felon Sentenced on Felony Drug Charges</h4></div><div class="vc_custom_heading vc_gitem-post-data vc_gitem-post-data-source-post_excerpt" ><p style="text-align: left" ><p>51-year-old Jonathan William Rosenbaum of Conover was sentenced to serve six-to-eight years in prison following his conviction on drug charges and possession of a firearm by a felon. He was&hellip;</p> </p></div><div class="vc_btn3-container vc_btn3-left"><a class="vc_general vc_btn3 vc_btn3-size-md vc_btn3-shape-rounded vc_btn3-style-flat vc_btn3-color-juicy-pink" a href="https://whky.com/habitual-felon-sentenced-on-felony-drug-charges/" class="vc_gitem-link vc_general vc_btn3 vc_general vc_btn3 vc_btn3-size-md vc_btn3-shape-rounded vc_btn3-style-flat vc_btn3-color-juicy-pink" title="Read more">Read more</a></div></div></div></div></div></div><div class="vc_clearfix"></div></div><div class="vc_grid-item vc_clearfix vc_col-sm-3 vc_grid-item-zone-c-bottom"><div class="vc_grid-item-mini vc_clearfix "><div class="vc_gitem-animated-block" ><div class="vc_gitem-zone vc_gitem-zone-a vc-gitem-zone-height-mode-auto vc-gitem-zone-height-mode-auto-1-1 vc_gitem-is-link" style="background-image: url('https://whky.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/07/Sarvis-Jerrius-Verron-072225.jpg') !important;"><a href="https://whky.com/charlotte-resident-charged-with-fleeing-from-police-in-catawba-county/" title="Charlotte Resident Charged With Fleeing From Police In Catawba County" class="vc_gitem-link vc-zone-link" ></a><img class="vc_gitem-zone-img" src="https://whky.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/07/Sarvis-Jerrius-Verron-072225.jpg" alt="Charlotte Resident Charged With Fleeing From Police In Catawba County" loading="lazy"><div class="vc_gitem-zone-mini"></div></div></div><div class="vc_gitem-zone vc_gitem-zone-c vc_custom_1419240516480"><div class="vc_gitem-zone-mini"><div class="vc_gitem_row vc_row vc_gitem-row-position-top"><div class="vc_col-sm-12 vc_gitem-col vc_gitem-col-align-"><div class="vc_custom_heading vc_gitem-post-data vc_gitem-post-data-source-post_title" ><h4 style="text-align: left" >Charlotte Resident Charged With Fleeing From Police In Catawba County</h4></div><div class="vc_custom_heading vc_gitem-post-data vc_gitem-post-data-source-post_excerpt" ><p style="text-align: left" ><p>19-year-old Jerrius Verron Sarvis of Charlotte was arrested Saturday (July 19) by Brookford Police Officers. He&#8217;s charged with felony counts of flee to elude arrest with a motor vehicle, possession&hellip;</p> </p></div><div class="vc_btn3-container vc_btn3-left"><a class="vc_general vc_btn3 vc_btn3-size-md vc_btn3-shape-rounded vc_btn3-style-flat vc_btn3-color-juicy-pink" a href="https://whky.com/charlotte-resident-charged-with-fleeing-from-police-in-catawba-county/" class="vc_gitem-link vc_general vc_btn3 vc_general vc_btn3 vc_btn3-size-md vc_btn3-shape-rounded vc_btn3-style-flat vc_btn3-color-juicy-pink" title="Read more">Read more</a></div></div></div></div></div></div><div class="vc_clearfix"></div></div><div class="vc_grid-item vc_clearfix vc_col-sm-3 vc_grid-item-zone-c-bottom"><div class="vc_grid-item-mini vc_clearfix "><div class="vc_gitem-animated-block" ><div class="vc_gitem-zone vc_gitem-zone-a vc-gitem-zone-height-mode-auto vc-gitem-zone-height-mode-auto-1-1 vc_gitem-is-link" style="background-image: url('https://whky.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/07/Sherrill-Smith-Thornton-Combo-Pic-072225.jpg') !important;"><a href="https://whky.com/three-suspects-arrested-on-felony-drug-charges-following-investigation/" title="Three Suspects Arrested On Felony Drug Charges Following Investigation" class="vc_gitem-link vc-zone-link" ></a><img class="vc_gitem-zone-img" src="https://whky.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/07/Sherrill-Smith-Thornton-Combo-Pic-072225.jpg" alt="Three Suspects Arrested On Felony Drug Charges Following Investigation" loading="lazy"><div class="vc_gitem-zone-mini"></div></div></div><div class="vc_gitem-zone vc_gitem-zone-c vc_custom_1419240516480"><div class="vc_gitem-zone-mini"><div class="vc_gitem_row vc_row vc_gitem-row-position-top"><div class="vc_col-sm-12 vc_gitem-col vc_gitem-col-align-"><div class="vc_custom_heading vc_gitem-post-data vc_gitem-post-data-source-post_title" ><h4 style="text-align: left" >Three Suspects Arrested On Felony Drug Charges Following Investigation</h4></div><div class="vc_custom_heading vc_gitem-post-data vc_gitem-post-data-source-post_excerpt" ><p style="text-align: left" ><p>44-year-old Javon Donte Sherrill, 19-year-old Maiseigh Ann Smith, and 22-year-old Joseph Clayton Thornton, all of Statesville, were arrested by Iredell County Sheriff’s Officers. They’re all charged with two felony counts&hellip;</p> </p></div><div class="vc_btn3-container vc_btn3-left"><a class="vc_general vc_btn3 vc_btn3-size-md vc_btn3-shape-rounded vc_btn3-style-flat vc_btn3-color-juicy-pink" a href="https://whky.com/three-suspects-arrested-on-felony-drug-charges-following-investigation/" class="vc_gitem-link vc_general vc_btn3 vc_general vc_btn3 vc_btn3-size-md vc_btn3-shape-rounded vc_btn3-style-flat vc_btn3-color-juicy-pink" title="Read more">Read more</a></div></div></div></div></div></div><div class="vc_clearfix"></div></div><div class="vc_grid-item vc_clearfix vc_col-sm-3 vc_grid-item-zone-c-bottom"><div class="vc_grid-item-mini vc_clearfix "><div class="vc_gitem-animated-block" ><div class="vc_gitem-zone vc_gitem-zone-a vc-gitem-zone-height-mode-auto vc-gitem-zone-height-mode-auto-1-1 vc_gitem-is-link" style="background-image: url('https://whky.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/07/IMG_1021.jpeg') !important;"><a href="https://whky.com/police-lieutenant-charged-with-murder-in-connection-to-officer-involved-shooting/" title="Police Lieutenant Charged With Murder In Connection To Officer-Involved Shooting" class="vc_gitem-link vc-zone-link" ></a><img class="vc_gitem-zone-img" src="https://whky.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/07/IMG_1021.jpeg" alt="Police Lieutenant Charged With Murder In Connection To Officer-Involved Shooting" loading="lazy"><div class="vc_gitem-zone-mini"></div></div></div><div class="vc_gitem-zone vc_gitem-zone-c vc_custom_1419240516480"><div class="vc_gitem-zone-mini"><div class="vc_gitem_row vc_row vc_gitem-row-position-top"><div class="vc_col-sm-12 vc_gitem-col vc_gitem-col-align-"><div class="vc_custom_heading vc_gitem-post-data vc_gitem-post-data-source-post_title" ><h4 style="text-align: left" >Police Lieutenant Charged With Murder In Connection To Officer-Involved Shooting</h4></div><div class="vc_custom_heading vc_gitem-post-data vc_gitem-post-data-source-post_excerpt" ><p style="text-align: left" ><p>28-year-old Carlos Alverto Uribe of Spencer Road NE in Conover was arrested Monday (July 21) by the North Carolina State Bureau of Investigation (SBI). He’s charged with second-degree murder. The&hellip;</p> </p></div><div class="vc_btn3-container vc_btn3-left"><a class="vc_general vc_btn3 vc_btn3-size-md vc_btn3-shape-rounded vc_btn3-style-flat vc_btn3-color-juicy-pink" a href="https://whky.com/police-lieutenant-charged-with-murder-in-connection-to-officer-involved-shooting/" class="vc_gitem-link vc_general vc_btn3 vc_general vc_btn3 vc_btn3-size-md vc_btn3-shape-rounded vc_btn3-style-flat vc_btn3-color-juicy-pink" title="Read more">Read more</a></div></div></div></div></div></div><div class="vc_clearfix"></div></div><div class="vc_grid-item vc_clearfix vc_col-sm-3 vc_grid-item-zone-c-bottom"><div class="vc_grid-item-mini vc_clearfix "><div class="vc_gitem-animated-block" ><div class="vc_gitem-zone vc_gitem-zone-a vc-gitem-zone-height-mode-auto vc-gitem-zone-height-mode-auto-1-1 vc_gitem-is-link" style="background-image: url('https://whky.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/07/Wright-Joshua-Kyle-072125.jpg') !important;"><a href="https://whky.com/h-p-d-arrests-man-on-felony-fugitive-warrant/" title="H.P.D. Arrests Man on Felony Fugitive Warrant" class="vc_gitem-link vc-zone-link" ></a><img class="vc_gitem-zone-img" src="https://whky.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/07/Wright-Joshua-Kyle-072125.jpg" alt="H.P.D. Arrests Man on Felony Fugitive Warrant" loading="lazy"><div class="vc_gitem-zone-mini"></div></div></div><div class="vc_gitem-zone vc_gitem-zone-c vc_custom_1419240516480"><div class="vc_gitem-zone-mini"><div class="vc_gitem_row vc_row vc_gitem-row-position-top"><div class="vc_col-sm-12 vc_gitem-col vc_gitem-col-align-"><div class="vc_custom_heading vc_gitem-post-data vc_gitem-post-data-source-post_title" ><h4 style="text-align: left" >H.P.D. Arrests Man on Felony Fugitive Warrant</h4></div><div class="vc_custom_heading vc_gitem-post-data vc_gitem-post-data-source-post_excerpt" ><p style="text-align: left" ><p>49-year-old Joshua Kyle Wright of Candler, North Carolina was arrested by Hickory Police Friday (July 18) on a felony warrant as a fugitive awaiting extradition to another state. Wright is&hellip;</p> </p></div><div class="vc_btn3-container vc_btn3-left"><a class="vc_general vc_btn3 vc_btn3-size-md vc_btn3-shape-rounded vc_btn3-style-flat vc_btn3-color-juicy-pink" a href="https://whky.com/h-p-d-arrests-man-on-felony-fugitive-warrant/" class="vc_gitem-link vc_general vc_btn3 vc_general vc_btn3 vc_btn3-size-md vc_btn3-shape-rounded vc_btn3-style-flat vc_btn3-color-juicy-pink" title="Read more">Read more</a></div></div></div></div></div></div><div class="vc_clearfix"></div></div><div class="vc_grid-item vc_clearfix vc_col-sm-3 vc_grid-item-zone-c-bottom"><div class="vc_grid-item-mini vc_clearfix "><div class="vc_gitem-animated-block" ><div class="vc_gitem-zone vc_gitem-zone-a vc-gitem-zone-height-mode-auto vc-gitem-zone-height-mode-auto-1-1 vc_gitem-is-link" style="background-image: url('https://whky.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/07/Allen-William-Leon-072125.jpg') !important;"><a href="https://whky.com/sexual-exploitation-charges-filed-against-statesville-man/" title="Sexual Exploitation Charges Filed against Statesville Man" class="vc_gitem-link vc-zone-link" ></a><img class="vc_gitem-zone-img" src="https://whky.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/07/Allen-William-Leon-072125.jpg" alt="Sexual Exploitation Charges Filed against Statesville Man" loading="lazy"><div class="vc_gitem-zone-mini"></div></div></div><div class="vc_gitem-zone vc_gitem-zone-c vc_custom_1419240516480"><div class="vc_gitem-zone-mini"><div class="vc_gitem_row vc_row vc_gitem-row-position-top"><div class="vc_col-sm-12 vc_gitem-col vc_gitem-col-align-"><div class="vc_custom_heading vc_gitem-post-data vc_gitem-post-data-source-post_title" ><h4 style="text-align: left" >Sexual Exploitation Charges Filed against Statesville Man</h4></div><div class="vc_custom_heading vc_gitem-post-data vc_gitem-post-data-source-post_excerpt" ><p style="text-align: left" ><p>40-year-old William Leon Allen of Red Oak Drive in Statesville has been arrested by Iredell County Sheriff’s Officers on ten counts of felony second-degree sexual exploitation of a minor. Events&hellip;</p> </p></div><div class="vc_btn3-container vc_btn3-left"><a class="vc_general vc_btn3 vc_btn3-size-md vc_btn3-shape-rounded vc_btn3-style-flat vc_btn3-color-juicy-pink" a href="https://whky.com/sexual-exploitation-charges-filed-against-statesville-man/" class="vc_gitem-link vc_general vc_btn3 vc_general vc_btn3 vc_btn3-size-md vc_btn3-shape-rounded vc_btn3-style-flat vc_btn3-color-juicy-pink" title="Read more">Read more</a></div></div></div></div></div></div><div class="vc_clearfix"></div></div><div class="vc_grid-item vc_clearfix vc_col-sm-3 vc_grid-item-zone-c-bottom"><div class="vc_grid-item-mini vc_clearfix "><div class="vc_gitem-animated-block" ><div class="vc_gitem-zone vc_gitem-zone-a vc-gitem-zone-height-mode-auto vc-gitem-zone-height-mode-auto-1-1 vc_gitem-is-link" style="background-image: url('https://whky.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/07/Helton-Jayven-Shane-072125.jpg') !important;"><a href="https://whky.com/conover-man-receives-prison-sentence-in-connection-to-winston-salem-shooting-incident/" title="Conover Man Receives Prison Sentence In Connection To Winston-Salem Shooting Incident" class="vc_gitem-link vc-zone-link" ></a><img class="vc_gitem-zone-img" src="https://whky.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/07/Helton-Jayven-Shane-072125.jpg" alt="Conover Man Receives Prison Sentence In Connection To Winston-Salem Shooting Incident" loading="lazy"><div class="vc_gitem-zone-mini"></div></div></div><div class="vc_gitem-zone vc_gitem-zone-c vc_custom_1419240516480"><div class="vc_gitem-zone-mini"><div class="vc_gitem_row vc_row vc_gitem-row-position-top"><div class="vc_col-sm-12 vc_gitem-col vc_gitem-col-align-"><div class="vc_custom_heading vc_gitem-post-data vc_gitem-post-data-source-post_title" ><h4 style="text-align: left" >Conover Man Receives Prison Sentence In Connection To Winston-Salem Shooting Incident</h4></div><div class="vc_custom_heading vc_gitem-post-data vc_gitem-post-data-source-post_excerpt" ><p style="text-align: left" ><p>A Catawba County man received a prison sentence Friday (July 18) after entering a guilty plea in shooting case. He was charged with firing a gun at several people near&hellip;</p> </p></div><div class="vc_btn3-container vc_btn3-left"><a class="vc_general vc_btn3 vc_btn3-size-md vc_btn3-shape-rounded vc_btn3-style-flat vc_btn3-color-juicy-pink" a href="https://whky.com/conover-man-receives-prison-sentence-in-connection-to-winston-salem-shooting-incident/" class="vc_gitem-link vc_general vc_btn3 vc_general vc_btn3 vc_btn3-size-md vc_btn3-shape-rounded vc_btn3-style-flat vc_btn3-color-juicy-pink" title="Read more">Read more</a></div></div></div></div></div></div><div class="vc_clearfix"></div></div><div class="vc_grid-item vc_clearfix vc_col-sm-3 vc_grid-item-zone-c-bottom"><div class="vc_grid-item-mini vc_clearfix "><div class="vc_gitem-animated-block" ><div class="vc_gitem-zone vc_gitem-zone-a vc-gitem-zone-height-mode-auto vc-gitem-zone-height-mode-auto-1-1 vc_gitem-is-link" style="background-image: url('https://whky.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/07/McAlister-Dalton-072125.jpg') !important;"><a href="https://whky.com/troutman-man-charged-with-gun-drug-offenses/" title="Troutman Man Charged With Gun, Drug Offenses" class="vc_gitem-link vc-zone-link" ></a><img class="vc_gitem-zone-img" src="https://whky.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/07/McAlister-Dalton-072125.jpg" alt="Troutman Man Charged With Gun, Drug Offenses" loading="lazy"><div class="vc_gitem-zone-mini"></div></div></div><div class="vc_gitem-zone vc_gitem-zone-c vc_custom_1419240516480"><div class="vc_gitem-zone-mini"><div class="vc_gitem_row vc_row vc_gitem-row-position-top"><div class="vc_col-sm-12 vc_gitem-col vc_gitem-col-align-"><div class="vc_custom_heading vc_gitem-post-data vc_gitem-post-data-source-post_title" ><h4 style="text-align: left" >Troutman Man Charged With Gun, Drug Offenses</h4></div><div class="vc_custom_heading vc_gitem-post-data vc_gitem-post-data-source-post_excerpt" ><p style="text-align: left" ><p>21-year-old Dalton McAlister of Troutman was arrested Friday (July 18) by Troutman Police Officers. He’s charged with felony carrying a concealed gun and misdemeanor possession of marijuana. On Friday, officers&hellip;</p> </p></div><div class="vc_btn3-container vc_btn3-left"><a class="vc_general vc_btn3 vc_btn3-size-md vc_btn3-shape-rounded vc_btn3-style-flat vc_btn3-color-juicy-pink" a href="https://whky.com/troutman-man-charged-with-gun-drug-offenses/" class="vc_gitem-link vc_general vc_btn3 vc_general vc_btn3 vc_btn3-size-md vc_btn3-shape-rounded vc_btn3-style-flat vc_btn3-color-juicy-pink" title="Read more">Read more</a></div></div></div></div></div></div><div class="vc_clearfix"></div></div><div class="vc_grid-item vc_clearfix vc_col-sm-3 vc_grid-item-zone-c-bottom"><div class="vc_grid-item-mini vc_clearfix "><div class="vc_gitem-animated-block" ><div class="vc_gitem-zone vc_gitem-zone-a vc-gitem-zone-height-mode-auto vc-gitem-zone-height-mode-auto-1-1 vc_gitem-is-link" style="background-image: url('https://whky.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/07/Gambill-Kayleigh-Elizabeth-072125.jpg') !important;"><a href="https://whky.com/woman-charged-with-assaulting-children-receives-eight-day-jail-sentence/" title="Woman Charged With Assaulting Children Receives Eight-Day Jail Sentence" class="vc_gitem-link vc-zone-link" ></a><img class="vc_gitem-zone-img" src="https://whky.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/07/Gambill-Kayleigh-Elizabeth-072125.jpg" alt="Woman Charged With Assaulting Children Receives Eight-Day Jail Sentence" loading="lazy"><div class="vc_gitem-zone-mini"></div></div></div><div class="vc_gitem-zone vc_gitem-zone-c vc_custom_1419240516480"><div class="vc_gitem-zone-mini"><div class="vc_gitem_row vc_row vc_gitem-row-position-top"><div class="vc_col-sm-12 vc_gitem-col vc_gitem-col-align-"><div class="vc_custom_heading vc_gitem-post-data vc_gitem-post-data-source-post_title" ><h4 style="text-align: left" >Woman Charged With Assaulting Children Receives Eight-Day Jail Sentence</h4></div><div class="vc_custom_heading vc_gitem-post-data vc_gitem-post-data-source-post_excerpt" ><p style="text-align: left" ><p>A woman charged with assaulting children at a daycare in Conover is serving a sentence of just over a week in the Catawba County Detention Facility. According to our news&hellip;</p> </p></div><div class="vc_btn3-container vc_btn3-left"><a class="vc_general vc_btn3 vc_btn3-size-md vc_btn3-shape-rounded vc_btn3-style-flat vc_btn3-color-juicy-pink" a href="https://whky.com/woman-charged-with-assaulting-children-receives-eight-day-jail-sentence/" class="vc_gitem-link vc_general vc_btn3 vc_general vc_btn3 vc_btn3-size-md vc_btn3-shape-rounded vc_btn3-style-flat vc_btn3-color-juicy-pink" title="Read more">Read more</a></div></div></div></div></div></div><div class="vc_clearfix"></div></div><div class="vc_grid-item vc_clearfix vc_col-sm-3 vc_grid-item-zone-c-bottom"><div class="vc_grid-item-mini vc_clearfix "><div class="vc_gitem-animated-block" ><div class="vc_gitem-zone vc_gitem-zone-a vc-gitem-zone-height-mode-auto vc-gitem-zone-height-mode-auto-1-1 vc_gitem-is-link" style="background-image: url('https://whky.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/07/Inman-Jason-Scott-072125.jpg') !important;"><a href="https://whky.com/lenoir-man-charged-in-connection-to-assault-at-burke-county-hospital/" title="Lenoir Man Charged In Connection To Assault At Burke County Hospital" class="vc_gitem-link vc-zone-link" ></a><img class="vc_gitem-zone-img" src="https://whky.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/07/Inman-Jason-Scott-072125.jpg" alt="Lenoir Man Charged In Connection To Assault At Burke County Hospital" loading="lazy"><div class="vc_gitem-zone-mini"></div></div></div><div class="vc_gitem-zone vc_gitem-zone-c vc_custom_1419240516480"><div class="vc_gitem-zone-mini"><div class="vc_gitem_row vc_row vc_gitem-row-position-top"><div class="vc_col-sm-12 vc_gitem-col vc_gitem-col-align-"><div class="vc_custom_heading vc_gitem-post-data vc_gitem-post-data-source-post_title" ><h4 style="text-align: left" >Lenoir Man Charged In Connection To Assault At Burke County Hospital</h4></div><div class="vc_custom_heading vc_gitem-post-data vc_gitem-post-data-source-post_excerpt" ><p style="text-align: left" ><p>44-year-old Jason Scott Inman of Lenoir was arrested Sunday (July 20) by Morganton Public Safety Officers. He’s charged with felony counts of assault with a deadly weapon with intent to&hellip;</p> </p></div><div class="vc_btn3-container vc_btn3-left"><a class="vc_general vc_btn3 vc_btn3-size-md vc_btn3-shape-rounded vc_btn3-style-flat vc_btn3-color-juicy-pink" a href="https://whky.com/lenoir-man-charged-in-connection-to-assault-at-burke-county-hospital/" class="vc_gitem-link vc_general vc_btn3 vc_general vc_btn3 vc_btn3-size-md vc_btn3-shape-rounded vc_btn3-style-flat vc_btn3-color-juicy-pink" title="Read more">Read more</a></div></div></div></div></div></div><div class="vc_clearfix"></div></div><div class="vc_grid-item vc_clearfix vc_col-sm-3 vc_grid-item-zone-c-bottom"><div class="vc_grid-item-mini vc_clearfix "><div class="vc_gitem-animated-block" ><div class="vc_gitem-zone vc_gitem-zone-a vc-gitem-zone-height-mode-auto vc-gitem-zone-height-mode-auto-1-1 vc_gitem-is-link" style="background-image: url('https://whky.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/07/IMG_0991.jpeg') !important;"><a href="https://whky.com/vehicle-stolen-by-juvenile-police-led-on-chase-ending-in-crash/" title="Vehicle Stolen By Juvenile, Police Led On Chase Ending In Crash" class="vc_gitem-link vc-zone-link" ></a><img class="vc_gitem-zone-img" src="https://whky.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/07/IMG_0991.jpeg" alt="Vehicle Stolen By Juvenile, Police Led On Chase Ending In Crash" loading="lazy"><div class="vc_gitem-zone-mini"></div></div></div><div class="vc_gitem-zone vc_gitem-zone-c vc_custom_1419240516480"><div class="vc_gitem-zone-mini"><div class="vc_gitem_row vc_row vc_gitem-row-position-top"><div class="vc_col-sm-12 vc_gitem-col vc_gitem-col-align-"><div class="vc_custom_heading vc_gitem-post-data vc_gitem-post-data-source-post_title" ><h4 style="text-align: left" >Vehicle Stolen By Juvenile, Police Led On Chase Ending In Crash</h4></div><div class="vc_custom_heading vc_gitem-post-data vc_gitem-post-data-source-post_excerpt" ><p style="text-align: left" ><p>A juvenile faces several charges after allegedly stealing a vehicle and leading police on a chase in Morganton. According to a news release from the Morganton Department of Public Safety,&hellip;</p> </p></div><div class="vc_btn3-container vc_btn3-left"><a class="vc_general vc_btn3 vc_btn3-size-md vc_btn3-shape-rounded vc_btn3-style-flat vc_btn3-color-juicy-pink" a href="https://whky.com/vehicle-stolen-by-juvenile-police-led-on-chase-ending-in-crash/" class="vc_gitem-link vc_general vc_btn3 vc_general vc_btn3 vc_btn3-size-md vc_btn3-shape-rounded vc_btn3-style-flat vc_btn3-color-juicy-pink" title="Read more">Read more</a></div></div></div></div></div></div><div class="vc_clearfix"></div></div><div class="vc_grid-item vc_clearfix vc_col-sm-3 vc_grid-item-zone-c-bottom"><div class="vc_grid-item-mini vc_clearfix "><div class="vc_gitem-animated-block" ><div class="vc_gitem-zone vc_gitem-zone-a vc-gitem-zone-height-mode-auto vc-gitem-zone-height-mode-auto-1-1 vc_gitem-is-link" style="background-image: url('https://whky.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/07/IMG_0980.jpeg') !important;"><a href="https://whky.com/minimum-prison-sentence-of-more-than-13-years-imposed-in-murder-case/" title="Minimum Prison Sentence Of More Than 13 Years Imposed In Murder Case" class="vc_gitem-link vc-zone-link" ></a><img class="vc_gitem-zone-img" src="https://whky.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/07/IMG_0980.jpeg" alt="Minimum Prison Sentence Of More Than 13 Years Imposed In Murder Case" loading="lazy"><div class="vc_gitem-zone-mini"></div></div></div><div class="vc_gitem-zone vc_gitem-zone-c vc_custom_1419240516480"><div class="vc_gitem-zone-mini"><div class="vc_gitem_row vc_row vc_gitem-row-position-top"><div class="vc_col-sm-12 vc_gitem-col vc_gitem-col-align-"><div class="vc_custom_heading vc_gitem-post-data vc_gitem-post-data-source-post_title" ><h4 style="text-align: left" >Minimum Prison Sentence Of More Than 13 Years Imposed In Murder Case</h4></div><div class="vc_custom_heading vc_gitem-post-data vc_gitem-post-data-source-post_excerpt" ><p style="text-align: left" ><p>An Alexander County woman has entered a plea for second-degree murder. On Thursday (July 17) in Alexander County Superior Court, 30-year-old Taylor Adele Snook of Taylorsville was granted a plea-agreement&hellip;</p> </p></div><div class="vc_btn3-container vc_btn3-left"><a class="vc_general vc_btn3 vc_btn3-size-md vc_btn3-shape-rounded vc_btn3-style-flat vc_btn3-color-juicy-pink" a href="https://whky.com/minimum-prison-sentence-of-more-than-13-years-imposed-in-murder-case/" class="vc_gitem-link vc_general vc_btn3 vc_general vc_btn3 vc_btn3-size-md vc_btn3-shape-rounded vc_btn3-style-flat vc_btn3-color-juicy-pink" title="Read more">Read more</a></div></div></div></div></div></div><div class="vc_clearfix"></div></div><div class="vc_grid-item vc_clearfix vc_col-sm-3 vc_grid-item-zone-c-bottom"><div class="vc_grid-item-mini vc_clearfix "><div class="vc_gitem-animated-block" ><div class="vc_gitem-zone vc_gitem-zone-a vc-gitem-zone-height-mode-auto vc-gitem-zone-height-mode-auto-1-1 vc_gitem-is-link" style="background-image: url('https://whky.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/06/Lincolnton-PD-Badge-061725.gif.jpg') !important;"><a href="https://whky.com/two-shot-in-lincolnton-thursday-night/" title="Two Shot in Lincolnton Thursday Night" class="vc_gitem-link vc-zone-link" ></a><img class="vc_gitem-zone-img" src="https://whky.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/06/Lincolnton-PD-Badge-061725.gif.jpg" alt="Two Shot in Lincolnton Thursday Night" loading="lazy"><div class="vc_gitem-zone-mini"></div></div></div><div class="vc_gitem-zone vc_gitem-zone-c vc_custom_1419240516480"><div class="vc_gitem-zone-mini"><div class="vc_gitem_row vc_row vc_gitem-row-position-top"><div class="vc_col-sm-12 vc_gitem-col vc_gitem-col-align-"><div class="vc_custom_heading vc_gitem-post-data vc_gitem-post-data-source-post_title" ><h4 style="text-align: left" >Two Shot in Lincolnton Thursday Night</h4></div><div class="vc_custom_heading vc_gitem-post-data vc_gitem-post-data-source-post_excerpt" ><p style="text-align: left" ><p>The Lincolnton Police Department is currently investigating an assault that occurred at about 11:35 Thursday night (July 17). At that time, Officers were dispatched to a reported shooting on Chapman&hellip;</p> </p></div><div class="vc_btn3-container vc_btn3-left"><a class="vc_general vc_btn3 vc_btn3-size-md vc_btn3-shape-rounded vc_btn3-style-flat vc_btn3-color-juicy-pink" a href="https://whky.com/two-shot-in-lincolnton-thursday-night/" class="vc_gitem-link vc_general vc_btn3 vc_general vc_btn3 vc_btn3-size-md vc_btn3-shape-rounded vc_btn3-style-flat vc_btn3-color-juicy-pink" title="Read more">Read more</a></div></div></div></div></div></div><div class="vc_clearfix"></div></div><div class="vc_grid-item vc_clearfix vc_col-sm-3 vc_grid-item-zone-c-bottom"><div class="vc_grid-item-mini vc_clearfix "><div class="vc_gitem-animated-block" ><div class="vc_gitem-zone vc_gitem-zone-a vc-gitem-zone-height-mode-auto vc-gitem-zone-height-mode-auto-1-1 vc_gitem-is-link" style="background-image: url('https://whky.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/07/Ramey-Zachary-William-071825-1.jpg') !important;"><a href="https://whky.com/georgia-man-charged-in-connection-to-2023-murder-in-lincoln-county/" title="Georgia Man Charged in Connection with 2023 Murder in Lincoln County" class="vc_gitem-link vc-zone-link" ></a><img class="vc_gitem-zone-img" src="https://whky.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/07/Ramey-Zachary-William-071825-1.jpg" alt="Georgia Man Charged in Connection with 2023 Murder in Lincoln County" loading="lazy"><div class="vc_gitem-zone-mini"></div></div></div><div class="vc_gitem-zone vc_gitem-zone-c vc_custom_1419240516480"><div class="vc_gitem-zone-mini"><div class="vc_gitem_row vc_row vc_gitem-row-position-top"><div class="vc_col-sm-12 vc_gitem-col vc_gitem-col-align-"><div class="vc_custom_heading vc_gitem-post-data vc_gitem-post-data-source-post_title" ><h4 style="text-align: left" >Georgia Man Charged in Connection with 2023 Murder in Lincoln County</h4></div><div class="vc_custom_heading vc_gitem-post-data vc_gitem-post-data-source-post_excerpt" ><p style="text-align: left" ><p>35-year-old Zachary William Ramey of Blairsville, Georgia has been charged with one count of first-degree murder in Lincoln County and one felony count of concealment of death in Gaston County.&hellip;</p> </p></div><div class="vc_btn3-container vc_btn3-left"><a class="vc_general vc_btn3 vc_btn3-size-md vc_btn3-shape-rounded vc_btn3-style-flat vc_btn3-color-juicy-pink" a href="https://whky.com/georgia-man-charged-in-connection-to-2023-murder-in-lincoln-county/" class="vc_gitem-link vc_general vc_btn3 vc_general vc_btn3 vc_btn3-size-md vc_btn3-shape-rounded vc_btn3-style-flat vc_btn3-color-juicy-pink" title="Read more">Read more</a></div></div></div></div></div></div><div class="vc_clearfix"></div></div><div class="vc_grid-item vc_clearfix vc_col-sm-3 vc_grid-item-zone-c-bottom"><div class="vc_grid-item-mini vc_clearfix "><div class="vc_gitem-animated-block" ><div class="vc_gitem-zone vc_gitem-zone-a vc-gitem-zone-height-mode-auto vc-gitem-zone-height-mode-auto-1-1 vc_gitem-is-link" style="background-image: url('https://whky.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/07/Kistler-and-Jenkins-Combo-Pic-071825.jpg') !important;"><a href="https://whky.com/two-men-charged-in-connection-to-early-thursday-morning-robberies/" title="Two Men Charged In Connection To Early Thursday Morning Robberies" class="vc_gitem-link vc-zone-link" ></a><img class="vc_gitem-zone-img" src="https://whky.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/07/Kistler-and-Jenkins-Combo-Pic-071825.jpg" alt="Two Men Charged In Connection To Early Thursday Morning Robberies" loading="lazy"><div class="vc_gitem-zone-mini"></div></div></div><div class="vc_gitem-zone vc_gitem-zone-c vc_custom_1419240516480"><div class="vc_gitem-zone-mini"><div class="vc_gitem_row vc_row vc_gitem-row-position-top"><div class="vc_col-sm-12 vc_gitem-col vc_gitem-col-align-"><div class="vc_custom_heading vc_gitem-post-data vc_gitem-post-data-source-post_title" ><h4 style="text-align: left" >Two Men Charged In Connection To Early Thursday Morning Robberies</h4></div><div class="vc_custom_heading vc_gitem-post-data vc_gitem-post-data-source-post_excerpt" ><p style="text-align: left" ><p>26-year-old Ethan Trae Kistler of Wilson Heights Avenue in Hildebran and 24-year-old Kevin Blaine Jenkins of US 70 in Connelly Springs were charged Thursday (July 17) by Burke County Sheriff’s&hellip;</p> </p></div><div class="vc_btn3-container vc_btn3-left"><a class="vc_general vc_btn3 vc_btn3-size-md vc_btn3-shape-rounded vc_btn3-style-flat vc_btn3-color-juicy-pink" a href="https://whky.com/two-men-charged-in-connection-to-early-thursday-morning-robberies/" class="vc_gitem-link vc_general vc_btn3 vc_general vc_btn3 vc_btn3-size-md vc_btn3-shape-rounded vc_btn3-style-flat vc_btn3-color-juicy-pink" title="Read more">Read more</a></div></div></div></div></div></div><div class="vc_clearfix"></div></div><div class="vc_grid-item vc_clearfix vc_col-sm-3 vc_grid-item-zone-c-bottom"><div class="vc_grid-item-mini vc_clearfix "><div class="vc_gitem-animated-block" ><div class="vc_gitem-zone vc_gitem-zone-a vc-gitem-zone-height-mode-auto vc-gitem-zone-height-mode-auto-1-1 vc_gitem-is-link" style="background-image: url('https://whky.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/07/Letarte-James-Joel-071825.jpg') !important;"><a href="https://whky.com/man-arrested-twice-in-less-than-a-week-on-sexual-explotiation-charges/" title="Man Arrested Twice In Less Than A Week On Sexual Explotiation Charges" class="vc_gitem-link vc-zone-link" ></a><img class="vc_gitem-zone-img" src="https://whky.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/07/Letarte-James-Joel-071825.jpg" alt="Man Arrested Twice In Less Than A Week On Sexual Explotiation Charges" loading="lazy"><div class="vc_gitem-zone-mini"></div></div></div><div class="vc_gitem-zone vc_gitem-zone-c vc_custom_1419240516480"><div class="vc_gitem-zone-mini"><div class="vc_gitem_row vc_row vc_gitem-row-position-top"><div class="vc_col-sm-12 vc_gitem-col vc_gitem-col-align-"><div class="vc_custom_heading vc_gitem-post-data vc_gitem-post-data-source-post_title" ><h4 style="text-align: left" >Man Arrested Twice In Less Than A Week On Sexual Explotiation Charges</h4></div><div class="vc_custom_heading vc_gitem-post-data vc_gitem-post-data-source-post_excerpt" ><p style="text-align: left" ><p>67-year-old James Joel Letarte of Mooresville was arrested by Mooresville Police Officers. He was charged with two counts of felony second-degree sexual exploitation of a minor and 12 counts of&hellip;</p> </p></div><div class="vc_btn3-container vc_btn3-left"><a class="vc_general vc_btn3 vc_btn3-size-md vc_btn3-shape-rounded vc_btn3-style-flat vc_btn3-color-juicy-pink" a href="https://whky.com/man-arrested-twice-in-less-than-a-week-on-sexual-explotiation-charges/" class="vc_gitem-link vc_general vc_btn3 vc_general vc_btn3 vc_btn3-size-md vc_btn3-shape-rounded vc_btn3-style-flat vc_btn3-color-juicy-pink" title="Read more">Read more</a></div></div></div></div></div></div><div class="vc_clearfix"></div></div><div class="vc_grid-item vc_clearfix vc_col-sm-3 vc_grid-item-zone-c-bottom"><div class="vc_grid-item-mini vc_clearfix "><div class="vc_gitem-animated-block" ><div class="vc_gitem-zone vc_gitem-zone-a vc-gitem-zone-height-mode-auto vc-gitem-zone-height-mode-auto-1-1 vc_gitem-is-link" style="background-image: url('https://whky.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/07/Tolbert-Dylan-Kyler-071725.jpg') !important;"><a href="https://whky.com/lenoir-man-arrested-in-convenience-store-robbery-sexual-assault/" title="Lenoir Man Arrested in Convenience Store Robbery &#038; Sexual Assault" class="vc_gitem-link vc-zone-link" ></a><img class="vc_gitem-zone-img" src="https://whky.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/07/Tolbert-Dylan-Kyler-071725.jpg" alt="Lenoir Man Arrested in Convenience Store Robbery & Sexual Assault" loading="lazy"><div class="vc_gitem-zone-mini"></div></div></div><div class="vc_gitem-zone vc_gitem-zone-c vc_custom_1419240516480"><div class="vc_gitem-zone-mini"><div class="vc_gitem_row vc_row vc_gitem-row-position-top"><div class="vc_col-sm-12 vc_gitem-col vc_gitem-col-align-"><div class="vc_custom_heading vc_gitem-post-data vc_gitem-post-data-source-post_title" ><h4 style="text-align: left" >Lenoir Man Arrested in Convenience Store Robbery &#038; Sexual Assault</h4></div><div class="vc_custom_heading vc_gitem-post-data vc_gitem-post-data-source-post_excerpt" ><p style="text-align: left" ><p>28-year-old Dylan Kyler Tolbert, who lists a general delivery address in Lenoir, has been arrested by Lenoir Police on two counts of common law robbery and one count each of&hellip;</p> </p></div><div class="vc_btn3-container vc_btn3-left"><a class="vc_general vc_btn3 vc_btn3-size-md vc_btn3-shape-rounded vc_btn3-style-flat vc_btn3-color-juicy-pink" a href="https://whky.com/lenoir-man-arrested-in-convenience-store-robbery-sexual-assault/" class="vc_gitem-link vc_general vc_btn3 vc_general vc_btn3 vc_btn3-size-md vc_btn3-shape-rounded vc_btn3-style-flat vc_btn3-color-juicy-pink" title="Read more">Read more</a></div></div></div></div></div></div><div class="vc_clearfix"></div></div><div class="vc_grid-item vc_clearfix vc_col-sm-3 vc_grid-item-zone-c-bottom"><div class="vc_grid-item-mini vc_clearfix "><div class="vc_gitem-animated-block" ><div class="vc_gitem-zone vc_gitem-zone-a vc-gitem-zone-height-mode-auto vc-gitem-zone-height-mode-auto-1-1 vc_gitem-is-link" style="background-image: url('https://whky.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/07/IMG_0954.jpeg') !important;"><a href="https://whky.com/crash-claims-two-lives-catawba-county-resident-faces-charges/" title="Crash Claims Two Lives, Catawba County Resident Faces Charges" class="vc_gitem-link vc-zone-link" ></a><img class="vc_gitem-zone-img" src="https://whky.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/07/IMG_0954.jpeg" alt="Crash Claims Two Lives, Catawba County Resident Faces Charges" loading="lazy"><div class="vc_gitem-zone-mini"></div></div></div><div class="vc_gitem-zone vc_gitem-zone-c vc_custom_1419240516480"><div class="vc_gitem-zone-mini"><div class="vc_gitem_row vc_row vc_gitem-row-position-top"><div class="vc_col-sm-12 vc_gitem-col vc_gitem-col-align-"><div class="vc_custom_heading vc_gitem-post-data vc_gitem-post-data-source-post_title" ><h4 style="text-align: left" >Crash Claims Two Lives, Catawba County Resident Faces Charges</h4></div><div class="vc_custom_heading vc_gitem-post-data vc_gitem-post-data-source-post_excerpt" ><p style="text-align: left" ><p>Two people were killed in a crash early this morning (July 17) in Catawba County. Charges have been filed against a Catawba County resident in connection to the incident. The&hellip;</p> </p></div><div class="vc_btn3-container vc_btn3-left"><a class="vc_general vc_btn3 vc_btn3-size-md vc_btn3-shape-rounded vc_btn3-style-flat vc_btn3-color-juicy-pink" a href="https://whky.com/crash-claims-two-lives-catawba-county-resident-faces-charges/" class="vc_gitem-link vc_general vc_btn3 vc_general vc_btn3 vc_btn3-size-md vc_btn3-shape-rounded vc_btn3-style-flat vc_btn3-color-juicy-pink" title="Read more">Read more</a></div></div></div></div></div></div><div class="vc_clearfix"></div></div><div class="vc_grid-item vc_clearfix vc_col-sm-3 vc_grid-item-zone-c-bottom"><div class="vc_grid-item-mini vc_clearfix "><div class="vc_gitem-animated-block" ><div class="vc_gitem-zone vc_gitem-zone-a vc-gitem-zone-height-mode-auto vc-gitem-zone-height-mode-auto-1-1 vc_gitem-is-link" style="background-image: url('https://whky.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/07/McConneaughey-Terry-Lee-071725.jpg') !important;"><a href="https://whky.com/surveillance-operation-leads-to-drug-arrest/" title="Surveillance Operation Leads To Drug Arrest" class="vc_gitem-link vc-zone-link" ></a><img class="vc_gitem-zone-img" src="https://whky.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/07/McConneaughey-Terry-Lee-071725.jpg" alt="Surveillance Operation Leads To Drug Arrest" loading="lazy"><div class="vc_gitem-zone-mini"></div></div></div><div class="vc_gitem-zone vc_gitem-zone-c vc_custom_1419240516480"><div class="vc_gitem-zone-mini"><div class="vc_gitem_row vc_row vc_gitem-row-position-top"><div class="vc_col-sm-12 vc_gitem-col vc_gitem-col-align-"><div class="vc_custom_heading vc_gitem-post-data vc_gitem-post-data-source-post_title" ><h4 style="text-align: left" >Surveillance Operation Leads To Drug Arrest</h4></div><div class="vc_custom_heading vc_gitem-post-data vc_gitem-post-data-source-post_excerpt" ><p style="text-align: left" ><p>50-year-old Terry Lee McConneaughey of Lincolnton was arrested Tuesday (July 15) by Lincoln County Sheriff’s Officers. He’s charged with trafficking methamphetamine by possession and transport, possession with intent to sell&hellip;</p> </p></div><div class="vc_btn3-container vc_btn3-left"><a class="vc_general vc_btn3 vc_btn3-size-md vc_btn3-shape-rounded vc_btn3-style-flat vc_btn3-color-juicy-pink" a href="https://whky.com/surveillance-operation-leads-to-drug-arrest/" class="vc_gitem-link vc_general vc_btn3 vc_general vc_btn3 vc_btn3-size-md vc_btn3-shape-rounded vc_btn3-style-flat vc_btn3-color-juicy-pink" title="Read more">Read more</a></div></div></div></div></div></div><div class="vc_clearfix"></div></div><div class="vc_grid-item vc_clearfix vc_col-sm-3 vc_grid-item-zone-c-bottom"><div class="vc_grid-item-mini vc_clearfix "><div class="vc_gitem-animated-block" ><div class="vc_gitem-zone vc_gitem-zone-a vc-gitem-zone-height-mode-auto vc-gitem-zone-height-mode-auto-1-1 vc_gitem-is-link" style="background-image: url('https://whky.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/07/Wallace-Patrick-Lowell-071725.jpg') !important;"><a href="https://whky.com/caldwell-county-man-arrested-on-multiple-drug-trafficking-charges/" title="Caldwell County Man Arrested On Multiple Drug Trafficking Charges" class="vc_gitem-link vc-zone-link" ></a><img class="vc_gitem-zone-img" src="https://whky.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/07/Wallace-Patrick-Lowell-071725.jpg" alt="Caldwell County Man Arrested On Multiple Drug Trafficking Charges" loading="lazy"><div class="vc_gitem-zone-mini"></div></div></div><div class="vc_gitem-zone vc_gitem-zone-c vc_custom_1419240516480"><div class="vc_gitem-zone-mini"><div class="vc_gitem_row vc_row vc_gitem-row-position-top"><div class="vc_col-sm-12 vc_gitem-col vc_gitem-col-align-"><div class="vc_custom_heading vc_gitem-post-data vc_gitem-post-data-source-post_title" ><h4 style="text-align: left" >Caldwell County Man Arrested On Multiple Drug Trafficking Charges</h4></div><div class="vc_custom_heading vc_gitem-post-data vc_gitem-post-data-source-post_excerpt" ><p style="text-align: left" ><p>31-year-old Patrick Lowell Wallace of Granite Falls was arrested Tuesday (July 15) by Caldwell County Sheriff’s Officers. He’s charged with three counts of traffic in heroin or opium and one&hellip;</p> </p></div><div class="vc_btn3-container vc_btn3-left"><a class="vc_general vc_btn3 vc_btn3-size-md vc_btn3-shape-rounded vc_btn3-style-flat vc_btn3-color-juicy-pink" a href="https://whky.com/caldwell-county-man-arrested-on-multiple-drug-trafficking-charges/" class="vc_gitem-link vc_general vc_btn3 vc_general vc_btn3 vc_btn3-size-md vc_btn3-shape-rounded vc_btn3-style-flat vc_btn3-color-juicy-pink" title="Read more">Read more</a></div></div></div></div></div></div><div class="vc_clearfix"></div></div><div class="vc_grid-item vc_clearfix vc_col-sm-3 vc_grid-item-zone-c-bottom"><div class="vc_grid-item-mini vc_clearfix "><div class="vc_gitem-animated-block" ><div class="vc_gitem-zone vc_gitem-zone-a vc-gitem-zone-height-mode-auto vc-gitem-zone-height-mode-auto-1-1 vc_gitem-is-link" style="background-image: url('https://whky.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/07/Alexander-Tyreke-Dreshawn-071625.jpg') !important;"><a href="https://whky.com/lincolnton-man-accused-of-intentionally-setting-residential-fire/" title="Lincolnton Man Accused of Intentionally Setting Residential Fire" class="vc_gitem-link vc-zone-link" ></a><img class="vc_gitem-zone-img" src="https://whky.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/07/Alexander-Tyreke-Dreshawn-071625.jpg" alt="Lincolnton Man Accused of Intentionally Setting Residential Fire" loading="lazy"><div class="vc_gitem-zone-mini"></div></div></div><div class="vc_gitem-zone vc_gitem-zone-c vc_custom_1419240516480"><div class="vc_gitem-zone-mini"><div class="vc_gitem_row vc_row vc_gitem-row-position-top"><div class="vc_col-sm-12 vc_gitem-col vc_gitem-col-align-"><div class="vc_custom_heading vc_gitem-post-data vc_gitem-post-data-source-post_title" ><h4 style="text-align: left" >Lincolnton Man Accused of Intentionally Setting Residential Fire</h4></div><div class="vc_custom_heading vc_gitem-post-data vc_gitem-post-data-source-post_excerpt" ><p style="text-align: left" ><p>Tyreke Dreshawn Alexander of Lincolnton has been arrested by Lincoln County Sheriff’s Officers on a felony count of second-degree arson. At about 12:35 Tuesday afternoon (July 15), Lincoln County Deputies&hellip;</p> </p></div><div class="vc_btn3-container vc_btn3-left"><a class="vc_general vc_btn3 vc_btn3-size-md vc_btn3-shape-rounded vc_btn3-style-flat vc_btn3-color-juicy-pink" a href="https://whky.com/lincolnton-man-accused-of-intentionally-setting-residential-fire/" class="vc_gitem-link vc_general vc_btn3 vc_general vc_btn3 vc_btn3-size-md vc_btn3-shape-rounded vc_btn3-style-flat vc_btn3-color-juicy-pink" title="Read more">Read more</a></div></div></div></div></div></div><div class="vc_clearfix"></div></div><div class="vc_grid-item vc_clearfix vc_col-sm-3 vc_grid-item-zone-c-bottom"><div class="vc_grid-item-mini vc_clearfix "><div class="vc_gitem-animated-block" ><div class="vc_gitem-zone vc_gitem-zone-a vc-gitem-zone-height-mode-auto vc-gitem-zone-height-mode-auto-1-1 vc_gitem-is-link" style="background-image: url('https://whky.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/07/Johnson-Walter-Stephen-071625.jpg') !important;"><a href="https://whky.com/stony-point-man-arrested-on-indecent-liberties-charges/" title="Stony Point Man Arrested on Indecent Liberties Charges" class="vc_gitem-link vc-zone-link" ></a><img class="vc_gitem-zone-img" src="https://whky.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/07/Johnson-Walter-Stephen-071625.jpg" alt="Stony Point Man Arrested on Indecent Liberties Charges" loading="lazy"><div class="vc_gitem-zone-mini"></div></div></div><div class="vc_gitem-zone vc_gitem-zone-c vc_custom_1419240516480"><div class="vc_gitem-zone-mini"><div class="vc_gitem_row vc_row vc_gitem-row-position-top"><div class="vc_col-sm-12 vc_gitem-col vc_gitem-col-align-"><div class="vc_custom_heading vc_gitem-post-data vc_gitem-post-data-source-post_title" ><h4 style="text-align: left" >Stony Point Man Arrested on Indecent Liberties Charges</h4></div><div class="vc_custom_heading vc_gitem-post-data vc_gitem-post-data-source-post_excerpt" ><p style="text-align: left" ><p>68-year-old Walter Stephen Johnson of Stony Point was arrested by Alexander County Sheriff’s Deputies Monday (July 14) on three felony counts of indecent liberties with a child. He remains in&hellip;</p> </p></div><div class="vc_btn3-container vc_btn3-left"><a class="vc_general vc_btn3 vc_btn3-size-md vc_btn3-shape-rounded vc_btn3-style-flat vc_btn3-color-juicy-pink" a href="https://whky.com/stony-point-man-arrested-on-indecent-liberties-charges/" class="vc_gitem-link vc_general vc_btn3 vc_general vc_btn3 vc_btn3-size-md vc_btn3-shape-rounded vc_btn3-style-flat vc_btn3-color-juicy-pink" title="Read more">Read more</a></div></div></div></div></div></div><div class="vc_clearfix"></div></div><div class="vc_grid-item vc_clearfix vc_col-sm-3 vc_grid-item-zone-c-bottom"><div class="vc_grid-item-mini vc_clearfix "><div class="vc_gitem-animated-block" ><div class="vc_gitem-zone vc_gitem-zone-a vc-gitem-zone-height-mode-auto vc-gitem-zone-height-mode-auto-1-1 vc_gitem-is-link" style="background-image: url('https://whky.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/07/Wolfe-Heidi-Darlene-071625.jpg') !important;"><a href="https://whky.com/woman-charged-with-five-murders-released-on-bond/" title="Woman Charged With Five Murders Released On Bond" class="vc_gitem-link vc-zone-link" ></a><img class="vc_gitem-zone-img" src="https://whky.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/07/Wolfe-Heidi-Darlene-071625.jpg" alt="Woman Charged With Five Murders Released On Bond" loading="lazy"><div class="vc_gitem-zone-mini"></div></div></div><div class="vc_gitem-zone vc_gitem-zone-c vc_custom_1419240516480"><div class="vc_gitem-zone-mini"><div class="vc_gitem_row vc_row vc_gitem-row-position-top"><div class="vc_col-sm-12 vc_gitem-col vc_gitem-col-align-"><div class="vc_custom_heading vc_gitem-post-data vc_gitem-post-data-source-post_title" ><h4 style="text-align: left" >Woman Charged With Five Murders Released On Bond</h4></div><div class="vc_custom_heading vc_gitem-post-data vc_gitem-post-data-source-post_excerpt" ><p style="text-align: left" ><p>A woman charged in connection to five murders in Alexander County has been released on bond. 22-year-old Heidi Darlene Wolfe of Wilkes County is charged with five counts of first-degree&hellip;</p> </p></div><div class="vc_btn3-container vc_btn3-left"><a class="vc_general vc_btn3 vc_btn3-size-md vc_btn3-shape-rounded vc_btn3-style-flat vc_btn3-color-juicy-pink" a href="https://whky.com/woman-charged-with-five-murders-released-on-bond/" class="vc_gitem-link vc_general vc_btn3 vc_general vc_btn3 vc_btn3-size-md vc_btn3-shape-rounded vc_btn3-style-flat vc_btn3-color-juicy-pink" title="Read more">Read more</a></div></div></div></div></div></div><div class="vc_clearfix"></div></div><div class="vc_grid-item vc_clearfix vc_col-sm-3 vc_grid-item-zone-c-bottom"><div class="vc_grid-item-mini vc_clearfix "><div class="vc_gitem-animated-block" ><div class="vc_gitem-zone vc_gitem-zone-a vc-gitem-zone-height-mode-auto vc-gitem-zone-height-mode-auto-1-1 vc_gitem-is-link" style="background-image: url('https://whky.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/07/Crypto-Scam-Pic-071625.png') !important;"><a href="https://whky.com/statewide-effort-launched-to-prevent-cryptocurrency-scams/" title="Statewide Effort Launched To Prevent Cryptocurrency Scams" class="vc_gitem-link vc-zone-link" ></a><img class="vc_gitem-zone-img" src="https://whky.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/07/Crypto-Scam-Pic-071625.png" alt="Statewide Effort Launched To Prevent Cryptocurrency Scams" loading="lazy"><div class="vc_gitem-zone-mini"></div></div></div><div class="vc_gitem-zone vc_gitem-zone-c vc_custom_1419240516480"><div class="vc_gitem-zone-mini"><div class="vc_gitem_row vc_row vc_gitem-row-position-top"><div class="vc_col-sm-12 vc_gitem-col vc_gitem-col-align-"><div class="vc_custom_heading vc_gitem-post-data vc_gitem-post-data-source-post_title" ><h4 style="text-align: left" >Statewide Effort Launched To Prevent Cryptocurrency Scams</h4></div><div class="vc_custom_heading vc_gitem-post-data vc_gitem-post-data-source-post_excerpt" ><p style="text-align: left" ><p>Attorney General Jeff Jackson and Secretary of State Elaine Marshall joined AARP, the Wilmington Police Department, and United Way NC/NC 211 to launch a statewide effort to help prevent bitcoin&hellip;</p> </p></div><div class="vc_btn3-container vc_btn3-left"><a class="vc_general vc_btn3 vc_btn3-size-md vc_btn3-shape-rounded vc_btn3-style-flat vc_btn3-color-juicy-pink" a href="https://whky.com/statewide-effort-launched-to-prevent-cryptocurrency-scams/" class="vc_gitem-link vc_general vc_btn3 vc_general vc_btn3 vc_btn3-size-md vc_btn3-shape-rounded vc_btn3-style-flat vc_btn3-color-juicy-pink" title="Read more">Read more</a></div></div></div></div></div></div><div class="vc_clearfix"></div></div><div class="vc_grid-item vc_clearfix vc_col-sm-3 vc_grid-item-zone-c-bottom"><div class="vc_grid-item-mini vc_clearfix "><div class="vc_gitem-animated-block" ><div class="vc_gitem-zone vc_gitem-zone-a vc-gitem-zone-height-mode-auto vc-gitem-zone-height-mode-auto-1-1 vc_gitem-is-link" style="background-image: url('https://whky.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/06/NCDMV-Text-Scams-Pic-060925.jpg') !important;"><a href="https://whky.com/authorities-continue-to-urge-n-c-residents-to-be-aware-of-dmv-scams/" title="Authorities Continue To Urge N.C. Residents To Be Aware Of DMV Scams" class="vc_gitem-link vc-zone-link" ></a><img class="vc_gitem-zone-img" src="https://whky.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/06/NCDMV-Text-Scams-Pic-060925.jpg" alt="Authorities Continue To Urge N.C. Residents To Be Aware Of DMV Scams" loading="lazy"><div class="vc_gitem-zone-mini"></div></div></div><div class="vc_gitem-zone vc_gitem-zone-c vc_custom_1419240516480"><div class="vc_gitem-zone-mini"><div class="vc_gitem_row vc_row vc_gitem-row-position-top"><div class="vc_col-sm-12 vc_gitem-col vc_gitem-col-align-"><div class="vc_custom_heading vc_gitem-post-data vc_gitem-post-data-source-post_title" ><h4 style="text-align: left" >Authorities Continue To Urge N.C. Residents To Be Aware Of DMV Scams</h4></div><div class="vc_custom_heading vc_gitem-post-data vc_gitem-post-data-source-post_excerpt" ><p style="text-align: left" ><p>State authorities report that scam text messages are continuing to circulate across North Carolina and nationwide with the sender claiming to be from the DMV. The scammer is demanding payment&hellip;</p> </p></div><div class="vc_btn3-container vc_btn3-left"><a class="vc_general vc_btn3 vc_btn3-size-md vc_btn3-shape-rounded vc_btn3-style-flat vc_btn3-color-juicy-pink" a href="https://whky.com/authorities-continue-to-urge-n-c-residents-to-be-aware-of-dmv-scams/" class="vc_gitem-link vc_general vc_btn3 vc_general vc_btn3 vc_btn3-size-md vc_btn3-shape-rounded vc_btn3-style-flat vc_btn3-color-juicy-pink" title="Read more">Read more</a></div></div></div></div></div></div><div class="vc_clearfix"></div></div><div class="vc_grid-item vc_clearfix vc_col-sm-3 vc_grid-item-zone-c-bottom"><div class="vc_grid-item-mini vc_clearfix "><div class="vc_gitem-animated-block" ><div class="vc_gitem-zone vc_gitem-zone-a vc-gitem-zone-height-mode-auto vc-gitem-zone-height-mode-auto-1-1 vc_gitem-is-link" style="background-image: url('https://whky.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/07/Lenoir-Robbry-Suspect-2-071525.jpg') !important;"><a href="https://whky.com/lenoir-police-seek-suspect-in-robbery-sexual-assault/" title="Lenoir Police Seek Suspect in Robbery &#038; Sexual Assault" class="vc_gitem-link vc-zone-link" ></a><img class="vc_gitem-zone-img" src="https://whky.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/07/Lenoir-Robbry-Suspect-2-071525.jpg" alt="Lenoir Police Seek Suspect in Robbery & Sexual Assault" loading="lazy"><div class="vc_gitem-zone-mini"></div></div></div><div class="vc_gitem-zone vc_gitem-zone-c vc_custom_1419240516480"><div class="vc_gitem-zone-mini"><div class="vc_gitem_row vc_row vc_gitem-row-position-top"><div class="vc_col-sm-12 vc_gitem-col vc_gitem-col-align-"><div class="vc_custom_heading vc_gitem-post-data vc_gitem-post-data-source-post_title" ><h4 style="text-align: left" >Lenoir Police Seek Suspect in Robbery &#038; Sexual Assault</h4></div><div class="vc_custom_heading vc_gitem-post-data vc_gitem-post-data-source-post_excerpt" ><p style="text-align: left" ><p>Lenoir Police are asking for the public&#8217;s help in identifying a suspect who was involved in an incident early Monday morning (July 14). At about 1:55 a.m. Monday, Officers responded&hellip;</p> </p></div><div class="vc_btn3-container vc_btn3-left"><a class="vc_general vc_btn3 vc_btn3-size-md vc_btn3-shape-rounded vc_btn3-style-flat vc_btn3-color-juicy-pink" a href="https://whky.com/lenoir-police-seek-suspect-in-robbery-sexual-assault/" class="vc_gitem-link vc_general vc_btn3 vc_general vc_btn3 vc_btn3-size-md vc_btn3-shape-rounded vc_btn3-style-flat vc_btn3-color-juicy-pink" title="Read more">Read more</a></div></div></div></div></div></div><div class="vc_clearfix"></div></div><div class="vc_grid-item vc_clearfix vc_col-sm-3 vc_grid-item-zone-c-bottom"><div class="vc_grid-item-mini vc_clearfix "><div class="vc_gitem-animated-block" ><div class="vc_gitem-zone vc_gitem-zone-a vc-gitem-zone-height-mode-auto vc-gitem-zone-height-mode-auto-1-1 vc_gitem-is-link" style="background-image: url('https://whky.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/04/HPD-Badge-042122.jpg') !important;"><a href="https://whky.com/hickory-police-provide-update-on-shooting-case-victims-name-released/" title="Hickory Police Provide Update on Shooting Case; Victim&#8217;s Name Released" class="vc_gitem-link vc-zone-link" ></a><img class="vc_gitem-zone-img" src="https://whky.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/04/HPD-Badge-042122.jpg" alt="Hickory Police Provide Update on Shooting Case; Victim's Name Released" loading="lazy"><div class="vc_gitem-zone-mini"></div></div></div><div class="vc_gitem-zone vc_gitem-zone-c vc_custom_1419240516480"><div class="vc_gitem-zone-mini"><div class="vc_gitem_row vc_row vc_gitem-row-position-top"><div class="vc_col-sm-12 vc_gitem-col vc_gitem-col-align-"><div class="vc_custom_heading vc_gitem-post-data vc_gitem-post-data-source-post_title" ><h4 style="text-align: left" >Hickory Police Provide Update on Shooting Case; Victim&#8217;s Name Released</h4></div><div class="vc_custom_heading vc_gitem-post-data vc_gitem-post-data-source-post_excerpt" ><p style="text-align: left" ><p>The Hickory Police Department is investigating a homicide that occurred on Monday (July 14) at Keating Pointe apartments at 2nd Street S.E. in Hickory. At approximately 5:40 p.m., Hickory Officers&hellip;</p> </p></div><div class="vc_btn3-container vc_btn3-left"><a class="vc_general vc_btn3 vc_btn3-size-md vc_btn3-shape-rounded vc_btn3-style-flat vc_btn3-color-juicy-pink" a href="https://whky.com/hickory-police-provide-update-on-shooting-case-victims-name-released/" class="vc_gitem-link vc_general vc_btn3 vc_general vc_btn3 vc_btn3-size-md vc_btn3-shape-rounded vc_btn3-style-flat vc_btn3-color-juicy-pink" title="Read more">Read more</a></div></div></div></div></div></div><div class="vc_clearfix"></div></div><div class="vc_grid-item vc_clearfix vc_col-sm-3 vc_grid-item-zone-c-bottom"><div class="vc_grid-item-mini vc_clearfix "><div class="vc_gitem-animated-block" ><div class="vc_gitem-zone vc_gitem-zone-a vc-gitem-zone-height-mode-auto vc-gitem-zone-height-mode-auto-1-1 vc_gitem-is-link" style="background-image: url('https://whky.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/07/Connelly-Gerric-Delane-071525.jpg') !important;"><a href="https://whky.com/burke-county-man-arrested-in-caldwell-county-drug-case/" title="Burke County Man Arrested In Caldwell County Drug Case" class="vc_gitem-link vc-zone-link" ></a><img class="vc_gitem-zone-img" src="https://whky.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/07/Connelly-Gerric-Delane-071525.jpg" alt="Burke County Man Arrested In Caldwell County Drug Case" loading="lazy"><div class="vc_gitem-zone-mini"></div></div></div><div class="vc_gitem-zone vc_gitem-zone-c vc_custom_1419240516480"><div class="vc_gitem-zone-mini"><div class="vc_gitem_row vc_row vc_gitem-row-position-top"><div class="vc_col-sm-12 vc_gitem-col vc_gitem-col-align-"><div class="vc_custom_heading vc_gitem-post-data vc_gitem-post-data-source-post_title" ><h4 style="text-align: left" >Burke County Man Arrested In Caldwell County Drug Case</h4></div><div class="vc_custom_heading vc_gitem-post-data vc_gitem-post-data-source-post_excerpt" ><p style="text-align: left" ><p>58-year-old Gerric Delane Connelly of Valdese was arrested by Caldwell County Sheriff’s Officers. He’s charged with trafficking in methamphetamine. On July 10, Caldwell County Sheriff’s deputies stopped a vehicle in&hellip;</p> </p></div><div class="vc_btn3-container vc_btn3-left"><a class="vc_general vc_btn3 vc_btn3-size-md vc_btn3-shape-rounded vc_btn3-style-flat vc_btn3-color-juicy-pink" a href="https://whky.com/burke-county-man-arrested-in-caldwell-county-drug-case/" class="vc_gitem-link vc_general vc_btn3 vc_general vc_btn3 vc_btn3-size-md vc_btn3-shape-rounded vc_btn3-style-flat vc_btn3-color-juicy-pink" title="Read more">Read more</a></div></div></div></div></div></div><div class="vc_clearfix"></div></div><div class="vc_grid-item vc_clearfix vc_col-sm-3 vc_grid-item-zone-c-bottom"><div class="vc_grid-item-mini vc_clearfix "><div class="vc_gitem-animated-block" ><div class="vc_gitem-zone vc_gitem-zone-a vc-gitem-zone-height-mode-auto vc-gitem-zone-height-mode-auto-1-1 vc_gitem-is-link" style="background-image: url('https://whky.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/07/Cauthen-and-Canipe-Combo-Pic-071525.jpg') !important;"><a href="https://whky.com/two-suspects-charged-following-drug-investigation/" title="Two Suspects Charged Following Drug Investigation" class="vc_gitem-link vc-zone-link" ></a><img class="vc_gitem-zone-img" src="https://whky.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/07/Cauthen-and-Canipe-Combo-Pic-071525.jpg" alt="Two Suspects Charged Following Drug Investigation" loading="lazy"><div class="vc_gitem-zone-mini"></div></div></div><div class="vc_gitem-zone vc_gitem-zone-c vc_custom_1419240516480"><div class="vc_gitem-zone-mini"><div class="vc_gitem_row vc_row vc_gitem-row-position-top"><div class="vc_col-sm-12 vc_gitem-col vc_gitem-col-align-"><div class="vc_custom_heading vc_gitem-post-data vc_gitem-post-data-source-post_title" ><h4 style="text-align: left" >Two Suspects Charged Following Drug Investigation</h4></div><div class="vc_custom_heading vc_gitem-post-data vc_gitem-post-data-source-post_excerpt" ><p style="text-align: left" ><p>45-year-old Curtis Tallent Cauthen, Jr. and 45-year-old Brandilyn Leann Canipe, both of the same Lilly Trail, Lincolnton address were arrested last Thursday (July 10) by Lincoln County Sheriff’s Officers. Cauthen&hellip;</p> </p></div><div class="vc_btn3-container vc_btn3-left"><a class="vc_general vc_btn3 vc_btn3-size-md vc_btn3-shape-rounded vc_btn3-style-flat vc_btn3-color-juicy-pink" a href="https://whky.com/two-suspects-charged-following-drug-investigation/" class="vc_gitem-link vc_general vc_btn3 vc_general vc_btn3 vc_btn3-size-md vc_btn3-shape-rounded vc_btn3-style-flat vc_btn3-color-juicy-pink" title="Read more">Read more</a></div></div></div></div></div></div><div class="vc_clearfix"></div></div><div class="vc_grid-item vc_clearfix vc_col-sm-3 vc_grid-item-zone-c-bottom"><div class="vc_grid-item-mini vc_clearfix "><div class="vc_gitem-animated-block" ><div class="vc_gitem-zone vc_gitem-zone-a vc-gitem-zone-height-mode-auto vc-gitem-zone-height-mode-auto-1-1 vc_gitem-is-link" style="background-image: url('https://whky.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/09/Hickory-PD-New-Patch-2018-011118.jpg') !important;"><a href="https://whky.com/fatal-shooting-under-investigation-in-hickory/" title="Fatal Shooting Under Investigation In Hickory" class="vc_gitem-link vc-zone-link" ></a><img class="vc_gitem-zone-img" src="https://whky.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/09/Hickory-PD-New-Patch-2018-011118.jpg" alt="Fatal Shooting Under Investigation In Hickory" loading="lazy"><div class="vc_gitem-zone-mini"></div></div></div><div class="vc_gitem-zone vc_gitem-zone-c vc_custom_1419240516480"><div class="vc_gitem-zone-mini"><div class="vc_gitem_row vc_row vc_gitem-row-position-top"><div class="vc_col-sm-12 vc_gitem-col vc_gitem-col-align-"><div class="vc_custom_heading vc_gitem-post-data vc_gitem-post-data-source-post_title" ><h4 style="text-align: left" >Fatal Shooting Under Investigation In Hickory</h4></div><div class="vc_custom_heading vc_gitem-post-data vc_gitem-post-data-source-post_excerpt" ><p style="text-align: left" ><p>Hickory Police have reportedly responded to a fatal shooting at Keating Pointe Apartments. The apartment complex is located on 2nd Street SE in Hickory. According to published reports and information&hellip;</p> </p></div><div class="vc_btn3-container vc_btn3-left"><a class="vc_general vc_btn3 vc_btn3-size-md vc_btn3-shape-rounded vc_btn3-style-flat vc_btn3-color-juicy-pink" a href="https://whky.com/fatal-shooting-under-investigation-in-hickory/" class="vc_gitem-link vc_general vc_btn3 vc_general vc_btn3 vc_btn3-size-md vc_btn3-shape-rounded vc_btn3-style-flat vc_btn3-color-juicy-pink" title="Read more">Read more</a></div></div></div></div></div></div><div class="vc_clearfix"></div></div><div class="vc_grid-item vc_clearfix vc_col-sm-3 vc_grid-item-zone-c-bottom"><div class="vc_grid-item-mini vc_clearfix "><div class="vc_gitem-animated-block" ><div class="vc_gitem-zone vc_gitem-zone-a vc-gitem-zone-height-mode-auto vc-gitem-zone-height-mode-auto-1-1 vc_gitem-is-link" style="background-image: url('https://whky.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/07/Tadlock-Christopher-Allen-071425.jpg') !important;"><a href="https://whky.com/suspect-from-burkes-most-wanted-arrested-for-probation-violations/" title="Suspect from Burke&#8217;s &#8220;Most Wanted&#8221; Arrested for Probation Violations" class="vc_gitem-link vc-zone-link" ></a><img class="vc_gitem-zone-img" src="https://whky.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/07/Tadlock-Christopher-Allen-071425.jpg" alt="Suspect from Burke's "Most Wanted" Arrested for Probation Violations" loading="lazy"><div class="vc_gitem-zone-mini"></div></div></div><div class="vc_gitem-zone vc_gitem-zone-c vc_custom_1419240516480"><div class="vc_gitem-zone-mini"><div class="vc_gitem_row vc_row vc_gitem-row-position-top"><div class="vc_col-sm-12 vc_gitem-col vc_gitem-col-align-"><div class="vc_custom_heading vc_gitem-post-data vc_gitem-post-data-source-post_title" ><h4 style="text-align: left" >Suspect from Burke&#8217;s &#8220;Most Wanted&#8221; Arrested for Probation Violations</h4></div><div class="vc_custom_heading vc_gitem-post-data vc_gitem-post-data-source-post_excerpt" ><p style="text-align: left" ><p>52-year-old Christopher Allen Tadlock of George Hildebran Drive in Connelly Springs was arrested by Burke County Sheriff’s Officers Friday (July 11) for six felony probation violations. A female from the&hellip;</p> </p></div><div class="vc_btn3-container vc_btn3-left"><a class="vc_general vc_btn3 vc_btn3-size-md vc_btn3-shape-rounded vc_btn3-style-flat vc_btn3-color-juicy-pink" a href="https://whky.com/suspect-from-burkes-most-wanted-arrested-for-probation-violations/" class="vc_gitem-link vc_general vc_btn3 vc_general vc_btn3 vc_btn3-size-md vc_btn3-shape-rounded vc_btn3-style-flat vc_btn3-color-juicy-pink" title="Read more">Read more</a></div></div></div></div></div></div><div class="vc_clearfix"></div></div><div class="vc_grid-item vc_clearfix vc_col-sm-3 vc_grid-item-zone-c-bottom"><div class="vc_grid-item-mini vc_clearfix "><div class="vc_gitem-animated-block" ><div class="vc_gitem-zone vc_gitem-zone-a vc-gitem-zone-height-mode-auto vc-gitem-zone-height-mode-auto-1-1 vc_gitem-is-link" style="background-image: url('https://whky.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/08/LCSO-Patch-082621.jpg') !important;"><a href="https://whky.com/families-friends-of-inmates-targeted-in-lincoln-county-scam/" title="Families &#038; Friends of Inmates Targeted in Lincoln County Scam" class="vc_gitem-link vc-zone-link" ></a><img class="vc_gitem-zone-img" src="https://whky.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/08/LCSO-Patch-082621.jpg" alt="Families & Friends of Inmates Targeted in Lincoln County Scam" loading="lazy"><div class="vc_gitem-zone-mini"></div></div></div><div class="vc_gitem-zone vc_gitem-zone-c vc_custom_1419240516480"><div class="vc_gitem-zone-mini"><div class="vc_gitem_row vc_row vc_gitem-row-position-top"><div class="vc_col-sm-12 vc_gitem-col vc_gitem-col-align-"><div class="vc_custom_heading vc_gitem-post-data vc_gitem-post-data-source-post_title" ><h4 style="text-align: left" >Families &#038; Friends of Inmates Targeted in Lincoln County Scam</h4></div><div class="vc_custom_heading vc_gitem-post-data vc_gitem-post-data-source-post_excerpt" ><p style="text-align: left" ><p>In the past several days, the Lincoln County Sheriff’s Office has taken several reports involving citizens who have been contacted by individuals who claim to offer services that will get&hellip;</p> </p></div><div class="vc_btn3-container vc_btn3-left"><a class="vc_general vc_btn3 vc_btn3-size-md vc_btn3-shape-rounded vc_btn3-style-flat vc_btn3-color-juicy-pink" a href="https://whky.com/families-friends-of-inmates-targeted-in-lincoln-county-scam/" class="vc_gitem-link vc_general vc_btn3 vc_general vc_btn3 vc_btn3-size-md vc_btn3-shape-rounded vc_btn3-style-flat vc_btn3-color-juicy-pink" title="Read more">Read more</a></div></div></div></div></div></div><div class="vc_clearfix"></div></div><div class="vc_grid-item vc_clearfix vc_col-sm-3 vc_grid-item-zone-c-bottom"><div class="vc_grid-item-mini vc_clearfix "><div class="vc_gitem-animated-block" ><div class="vc_gitem-zone vc_gitem-zone-a vc-gitem-zone-height-mode-auto vc-gitem-zone-height-mode-auto-1-1 vc_gitem-is-link" style="background-image: url('https://whky.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/07/Shuemaker-Ian-Kelley-071425.jpg') !important;"><a href="https://whky.com/felon-found-hiding-in-abandoned-iredell-county-residence/" title="Felon Found Hiding in Abandoned Iredell County Residence" class="vc_gitem-link vc-zone-link" ></a><img class="vc_gitem-zone-img" src="https://whky.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/07/Shuemaker-Ian-Kelley-071425.jpg" alt="Felon Found Hiding in Abandoned Iredell County Residence" loading="lazy"><div class="vc_gitem-zone-mini"></div></div></div><div class="vc_gitem-zone vc_gitem-zone-c vc_custom_1419240516480"><div class="vc_gitem-zone-mini"><div class="vc_gitem_row vc_row vc_gitem-row-position-top"><div class="vc_col-sm-12 vc_gitem-col vc_gitem-col-align-"><div class="vc_custom_heading vc_gitem-post-data vc_gitem-post-data-source-post_title" ><h4 style="text-align: left" >Felon Found Hiding in Abandoned Iredell County Residence</h4></div><div class="vc_custom_heading vc_gitem-post-data vc_gitem-post-data-source-post_excerpt" ><p style="text-align: left" ><p>42-year-old Ian Kelley Shuemaker, who is listed as a homeless person from Charlotte, has been arrested by Iredell County Sheriff’s Officers on felony counts of breaking &amp; entering a building,&hellip;</p> </p></div><div class="vc_btn3-container vc_btn3-left"><a class="vc_general vc_btn3 vc_btn3-size-md vc_btn3-shape-rounded vc_btn3-style-flat vc_btn3-color-juicy-pink" a href="https://whky.com/felon-found-hiding-in-abandoned-iredell-county-residence/" class="vc_gitem-link vc_general vc_btn3 vc_general vc_btn3 vc_btn3-size-md vc_btn3-shape-rounded vc_btn3-style-flat vc_btn3-color-juicy-pink" title="Read more">Read more</a></div></div></div></div></div></div><div class="vc_clearfix"></div></div><div class="vc_grid-item vc_clearfix vc_col-sm-3 vc_grid-item-zone-c-bottom"><div class="vc_grid-item-mini vc_clearfix "><div class="vc_gitem-animated-block" ><div class="vc_gitem-zone vc_gitem-zone-a vc-gitem-zone-height-mode-auto vc-gitem-zone-height-mode-auto-1-1 vc_gitem-is-link" style="background-image: url('https://whky.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/07/Joyce-David-Mark-071425.jpg') !important;"><a href="https://whky.com/south-carolina-man-sentenced-to-prison-time-in-caldwell-county-drug-case/" title="South Carolina Man Sentenced To Prison Time In Caldwell County Drug Case" class="vc_gitem-link vc-zone-link" ></a><img class="vc_gitem-zone-img" src="https://whky.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/07/Joyce-David-Mark-071425.jpg" alt="South Carolina Man Sentenced To Prison Time In Caldwell County Drug Case" loading="lazy"><div class="vc_gitem-zone-mini"></div></div></div><div class="vc_gitem-zone vc_gitem-zone-c vc_custom_1419240516480"><div class="vc_gitem-zone-mini"><div class="vc_gitem_row vc_row vc_gitem-row-position-top"><div class="vc_col-sm-12 vc_gitem-col vc_gitem-col-align-"><div class="vc_custom_heading vc_gitem-post-data vc_gitem-post-data-source-post_title" ><h4 style="text-align: left" >South Carolina Man Sentenced To Prison Time In Caldwell County Drug Case</h4></div><div class="vc_custom_heading vc_gitem-post-data vc_gitem-post-data-source-post_excerpt" ><p style="text-align: left" ><p>Last week in Caldwell County Superior Court 41-year-old David Mark Joyce of Great Falls, SC was convicted of Trafficking Methamphetamine. Following the conviction, the court sentenced Joyce to 70 to&hellip;</p> </p></div><div class="vc_btn3-container vc_btn3-left"><a class="vc_general vc_btn3 vc_btn3-size-md vc_btn3-shape-rounded vc_btn3-style-flat vc_btn3-color-juicy-pink" a href="https://whky.com/south-carolina-man-sentenced-to-prison-time-in-caldwell-county-drug-case/" class="vc_gitem-link vc_general vc_btn3 vc_general vc_btn3 vc_btn3-size-md vc_btn3-shape-rounded vc_btn3-style-flat vc_btn3-color-juicy-pink" title="Read more">Read more</a></div></div></div></div></div></div><div class="vc_clearfix"></div></div><div class="vc_grid-item vc_clearfix vc_col-sm-3 vc_grid-item-zone-c-bottom"><div class="vc_grid-item-mini vc_clearfix "><div class="vc_gitem-animated-block" ><div class="vc_gitem-zone vc_gitem-zone-a vc-gitem-zone-height-mode-auto vc-gitem-zone-height-mode-auto-1-1 vc_gitem-is-link" style="background-image: url('https://whky.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/07/Rector-Brittany-Shea-071425.jpg') !important;"><a href="https://whky.com/meth-seized-from-home-alexander-county-woman-charged-with-drug-offenses/" title="Meth Seized From Home, Alexander County Woman Charged With Drug Offenses" class="vc_gitem-link vc-zone-link" ></a><img class="vc_gitem-zone-img" src="https://whky.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/07/Rector-Brittany-Shea-071425.jpg" alt="Meth Seized From Home, Alexander County Woman Charged With Drug Offenses" loading="lazy"><div class="vc_gitem-zone-mini"></div></div></div><div class="vc_gitem-zone vc_gitem-zone-c vc_custom_1419240516480"><div class="vc_gitem-zone-mini"><div class="vc_gitem_row vc_row vc_gitem-row-position-top"><div class="vc_col-sm-12 vc_gitem-col vc_gitem-col-align-"><div class="vc_custom_heading vc_gitem-post-data vc_gitem-post-data-source-post_title" ><h4 style="text-align: left" >Meth Seized From Home, Alexander County Woman Charged With Drug Offenses</h4></div><div class="vc_custom_heading vc_gitem-post-data vc_gitem-post-data-source-post_excerpt" ><p style="text-align: left" ><p>38-year-old Brittany Shea Rector of Taylorsville was arrested by Alexander County Sheriff’s Officers. She’s charged with trafficking methamphetamine, maintaining a dwelling for controlled substance, and possession of methamphetamine. Last Thursday&hellip;</p> </p></div><div class="vc_btn3-container vc_btn3-left"><a class="vc_general vc_btn3 vc_btn3-size-md vc_btn3-shape-rounded vc_btn3-style-flat vc_btn3-color-juicy-pink" a href="https://whky.com/meth-seized-from-home-alexander-county-woman-charged-with-drug-offenses/" class="vc_gitem-link vc_general vc_btn3 vc_general vc_btn3 vc_btn3-size-md vc_btn3-shape-rounded vc_btn3-style-flat vc_btn3-color-juicy-pink" title="Read more">Read more</a></div></div></div></div></div></div><div class="vc_clearfix"></div></div><div class="vc_grid-item vc_clearfix vc_col-sm-3 vc_grid-item-zone-c-bottom"><div class="vc_grid-item-mini vc_clearfix "><div class="vc_gitem-animated-block" ><div class="vc_gitem-zone vc_gitem-zone-a vc-gitem-zone-height-mode-auto vc-gitem-zone-height-mode-auto-1-1 vc_gitem-is-link" style="background-image: url('https://whky.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/07/Silva-April-071425.jpg') !important;"><a href="https://whky.com/taylorsville-woman-faces-felony-break-in-charge/" title="Taylorsville Woman Faces Felony Break-in Charge" class="vc_gitem-link vc-zone-link" ></a><img class="vc_gitem-zone-img" src="https://whky.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/07/Silva-April-071425.jpg" alt="Taylorsville Woman Faces Felony Break-in Charge" loading="lazy"><div class="vc_gitem-zone-mini"></div></div></div><div class="vc_gitem-zone vc_gitem-zone-c vc_custom_1419240516480"><div class="vc_gitem-zone-mini"><div class="vc_gitem_row vc_row vc_gitem-row-position-top"><div class="vc_col-sm-12 vc_gitem-col vc_gitem-col-align-"><div class="vc_custom_heading vc_gitem-post-data vc_gitem-post-data-source-post_title" ><h4 style="text-align: left" >Taylorsville Woman Faces Felony Break-in Charge</h4></div><div class="vc_custom_heading vc_gitem-post-data vc_gitem-post-data-source-post_excerpt" ><p style="text-align: left" ><p>46-year-old Susan April Silva of Taylorsville was arrested Thursday (July 10) by Alexander County Sheriff’s Officers. She’s charged with felony breaking &amp; entering with larceny along with a count of&hellip;</p> </p></div><div class="vc_btn3-container vc_btn3-left"><a class="vc_general vc_btn3 vc_btn3-size-md vc_btn3-shape-rounded vc_btn3-style-flat vc_btn3-color-juicy-pink" a href="https://whky.com/taylorsville-woman-faces-felony-break-in-charge/" class="vc_gitem-link vc_general vc_btn3 vc_general vc_btn3 vc_btn3-size-md vc_btn3-shape-rounded vc_btn3-style-flat vc_btn3-color-juicy-pink" title="Read more">Read more</a></div></div></div></div></div></div><div class="vc_clearfix"></div></div><div class="vc_grid-item vc_clearfix vc_col-sm-3 vc_grid-item-zone-c-bottom"><div class="vc_grid-item-mini vc_clearfix "><div class="vc_gitem-animated-block" ><div class="vc_gitem-zone vc_gitem-zone-a vc-gitem-zone-height-mode-auto vc-gitem-zone-height-mode-auto-1-1 vc_gitem-is-link" style="background-image: url('https://whky.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/07/Bollinger-and-Clawson-Combo-Pic-071425.jpg') !important;"><a href="https://whky.com/search-of-valdese-home-leads-to-drug-arrests/" title="Search Of Valdese Home Leads To Drug Arrests" class="vc_gitem-link vc-zone-link" ></a><img class="vc_gitem-zone-img" src="https://whky.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/07/Bollinger-and-Clawson-Combo-Pic-071425.jpg" alt="Search Of Valdese Home Leads To Drug Arrests" loading="lazy"><div class="vc_gitem-zone-mini"></div></div></div><div class="vc_gitem-zone vc_gitem-zone-c vc_custom_1419240516480"><div class="vc_gitem-zone-mini"><div class="vc_gitem_row vc_row vc_gitem-row-position-top"><div class="vc_col-sm-12 vc_gitem-col vc_gitem-col-align-"><div class="vc_custom_heading vc_gitem-post-data vc_gitem-post-data-source-post_title" ><h4 style="text-align: left" >Search Of Valdese Home Leads To Drug Arrests</h4></div><div class="vc_custom_heading vc_gitem-post-data vc_gitem-post-data-source-post_excerpt" ><p style="text-align: left" ><p>33-year-old Nicholas Eugene Bollinger and 32-year-old Emily Jane Clawson, both of the same Leger Road, Valdese, address, were arrested Friday (July 11), by Burke County Sheriff’s Officers. They’re each charged&hellip;</p> </p></div><div class="vc_btn3-container vc_btn3-left"><a class="vc_general vc_btn3 vc_btn3-size-md vc_btn3-shape-rounded vc_btn3-style-flat vc_btn3-color-juicy-pink" a href="https://whky.com/search-of-valdese-home-leads-to-drug-arrests/" class="vc_gitem-link vc_general vc_btn3 vc_general vc_btn3 vc_btn3-size-md vc_btn3-shape-rounded vc_btn3-style-flat vc_btn3-color-juicy-pink" title="Read more">Read more</a></div></div></div></div></div></div><div class="vc_clearfix"></div></div><div class="vc_grid-item vc_clearfix vc_col-sm-3 vc_grid-item-zone-c-bottom"><div class="vc_grid-item-mini vc_clearfix "><div class="vc_gitem-animated-block" ><div class="vc_gitem-zone vc_gitem-zone-a vc-gitem-zone-height-mode-auto vc-gitem-zone-height-mode-auto-1-1 vc_gitem-is-link" style="background-image: url('https://whky.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/07/Hogue-Christopher-Andre-071425.jpg') !important;"><a href="https://whky.com/morganton-man-arrested-after-reportedly-leading-police-on-foot-chase/" title="Morganton Man Arrested After Reportedly Leading Police On Foot Chase" class="vc_gitem-link vc-zone-link" ></a><img class="vc_gitem-zone-img" src="https://whky.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/07/Hogue-Christopher-Andre-071425.jpg" alt="Morganton Man Arrested After Reportedly Leading Police On Foot Chase" loading="lazy"><div class="vc_gitem-zone-mini"></div></div></div><div class="vc_gitem-zone vc_gitem-zone-c vc_custom_1419240516480"><div class="vc_gitem-zone-mini"><div class="vc_gitem_row vc_row vc_gitem-row-position-top"><div class="vc_col-sm-12 vc_gitem-col vc_gitem-col-align-"><div class="vc_custom_heading vc_gitem-post-data vc_gitem-post-data-source-post_title" ><h4 style="text-align: left" >Morganton Man Arrested After Reportedly Leading Police On Foot Chase</h4></div><div class="vc_custom_heading vc_gitem-post-data vc_gitem-post-data-source-post_excerpt" ><p style="text-align: left" ><p>34-year-old Christopher Andre Hogue of Morganton was arrested Friday (July 11) by Morganton Public Safety Officers. He’s charged with felony possession of cocaine, possession of drug paraphernalia, resist, delay, and&hellip;</p> </p></div><div class="vc_btn3-container vc_btn3-left"><a class="vc_general vc_btn3 vc_btn3-size-md vc_btn3-shape-rounded vc_btn3-style-flat vc_btn3-color-juicy-pink" a href="https://whky.com/morganton-man-arrested-after-reportedly-leading-police-on-foot-chase/" class="vc_gitem-link vc_general vc_btn3 vc_general vc_btn3 vc_btn3-size-md vc_btn3-shape-rounded vc_btn3-style-flat vc_btn3-color-juicy-pink" title="Read more">Read more</a></div></div></div></div></div></div><div class="vc_clearfix"></div></div><div class="vc_grid-item vc_clearfix vc_col-sm-3 vc_grid-item-zone-c-bottom"><div class="vc_grid-item-mini vc_clearfix "><div class="vc_gitem-animated-block" ><div class="vc_gitem-zone vc_gitem-zone-a vc-gitem-zone-height-mode-auto vc-gitem-zone-height-mode-auto-1-1 vc_gitem-is-link" style="background-image: url('https://whky.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/07/IMG_0873.jpeg') !important;"><a href="https://whky.com/vandalism-incidents-reported-overnight-authorities-in-morganton-seeking-assistance/" title="Vandalism Incidents Reported Overnight, Authorities In Morganton Seeking Assistance" class="vc_gitem-link vc-zone-link" ></a><img class="vc_gitem-zone-img" src="https://whky.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/07/IMG_0873.jpeg" alt="Vandalism Incidents Reported Overnight, Authorities In Morganton Seeking Assistance" loading="lazy"><div class="vc_gitem-zone-mini"></div></div></div><div class="vc_gitem-zone vc_gitem-zone-c vc_custom_1419240516480"><div class="vc_gitem-zone-mini"><div class="vc_gitem_row vc_row vc_gitem-row-position-top"><div class="vc_col-sm-12 vc_gitem-col vc_gitem-col-align-"><div class="vc_custom_heading vc_gitem-post-data vc_gitem-post-data-source-post_title" ><h4 style="text-align: left" >Vandalism Incidents Reported Overnight, Authorities In Morganton Seeking Assistance</h4></div><div class="vc_custom_heading vc_gitem-post-data vc_gitem-post-data-source-post_excerpt" ><p style="text-align: left" ><p>Between the hours of 3:00 a.m. and 4:00 a.m., Saturday (July 12) a series of vandalism incidents occurred along West Union Street, South King Street, and West Meeting Street. Morganton&hellip;</p> </p></div><div class="vc_btn3-container vc_btn3-left"><a class="vc_general vc_btn3 vc_btn3-size-md vc_btn3-shape-rounded vc_btn3-style-flat vc_btn3-color-juicy-pink" a href="https://whky.com/vandalism-incidents-reported-overnight-authorities-in-morganton-seeking-assistance/" class="vc_gitem-link vc_general vc_btn3 vc_general vc_btn3 vc_btn3-size-md vc_btn3-shape-rounded vc_btn3-style-flat vc_btn3-color-juicy-pink" title="Read more">Read more</a></div></div></div></div></div></div><div class="vc_clearfix"></div></div><div class="vc_grid-item vc_clearfix vc_col-sm-3 vc_grid-item-zone-c-bottom"><div class="vc_grid-item-mini vc_clearfix "><div class="vc_gitem-animated-block" ><div class="vc_gitem-zone vc_gitem-zone-a vc-gitem-zone-height-mode-auto vc-gitem-zone-height-mode-auto-1-1 vc_gitem-is-link" style="background-image: url('https://whky.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/07/Taylorsville-Fraud-Suspect-071125.jpg') !important;"><a href="https://whky.com/publics-help-sought-in-taylorsville-fraud-investigation/" title="Public&#8217;s Help Sought in Taylorsville Fraud Investigation" class="vc_gitem-link vc-zone-link" ></a><img class="vc_gitem-zone-img" src="https://whky.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/07/Taylorsville-Fraud-Suspect-071125.jpg" alt="Public's Help Sought in Taylorsville Fraud Investigation" loading="lazy"><div class="vc_gitem-zone-mini"></div></div></div><div class="vc_gitem-zone vc_gitem-zone-c vc_custom_1419240516480"><div class="vc_gitem-zone-mini"><div class="vc_gitem_row vc_row vc_gitem-row-position-top"><div class="vc_col-sm-12 vc_gitem-col vc_gitem-col-align-"><div class="vc_custom_heading vc_gitem-post-data vc_gitem-post-data-source-post_title" ><h4 style="text-align: left" >Public&#8217;s Help Sought in Taylorsville Fraud Investigation</h4></div><div class="vc_custom_heading vc_gitem-post-data vc_gitem-post-data-source-post_excerpt" ><p style="text-align: left" ><p>The Taylorsville Police Department is asking for the public’s assistance in identifying an individual wanted in reference to an ongoing fraud investigation. The incidents occurred at Advance Auto Parts and&hellip;</p> </p></div><div class="vc_btn3-container vc_btn3-left"><a class="vc_general vc_btn3 vc_btn3-size-md vc_btn3-shape-rounded vc_btn3-style-flat vc_btn3-color-juicy-pink" a href="https://whky.com/publics-help-sought-in-taylorsville-fraud-investigation/" class="vc_gitem-link vc_general vc_btn3 vc_general vc_btn3 vc_btn3-size-md vc_btn3-shape-rounded vc_btn3-style-flat vc_btn3-color-juicy-pink" title="Read more">Read more</a></div></div></div></div></div></div><div class="vc_clearfix"></div></div><div class="vc_grid-item vc_clearfix vc_col-sm-3 vc_grid-item-zone-c-bottom"><div class="vc_grid-item-mini vc_clearfix "><div class="vc_gitem-animated-block" ><div class="vc_gitem-zone vc_gitem-zone-a vc-gitem-zone-height-mode-auto vc-gitem-zone-height-mode-auto-1-1 vc_gitem-is-link" style="background-image: url('https://whky.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/07/Mysayakhom-Sourachay-071125.jpg') !important;"><a href="https://whky.com/sherrills-ford-man-accused-of-break-in-theft-in-morganton/" title="Sherrills Ford Man Accused of Break-In &#038; Theft in Morganton" class="vc_gitem-link vc-zone-link" ></a><img class="vc_gitem-zone-img" src="https://whky.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/07/Mysayakhom-Sourachay-071125.jpg" alt="Sherrills Ford Man Accused of Break-In & Theft in Morganton" loading="lazy"><div class="vc_gitem-zone-mini"></div></div></div><div class="vc_gitem-zone vc_gitem-zone-c vc_custom_1419240516480"><div class="vc_gitem-zone-mini"><div class="vc_gitem_row vc_row vc_gitem-row-position-top"><div class="vc_col-sm-12 vc_gitem-col vc_gitem-col-align-"><div class="vc_custom_heading vc_gitem-post-data vc_gitem-post-data-source-post_title" ><h4 style="text-align: left" >Sherrills Ford Man Accused of Break-In &#038; Theft in Morganton</h4></div><div class="vc_custom_heading vc_gitem-post-data vc_gitem-post-data-source-post_excerpt" ><p style="text-align: left" ><p>Sourachay Mysayakhom of Sherrills Ford has been arrested and charged with breaking &amp; entering, larceny after breaking &amp; entering, possession of stolen property, and motor vehicle theft. Events leading to&hellip;</p> </p></div><div class="vc_btn3-container vc_btn3-left"><a class="vc_general vc_btn3 vc_btn3-size-md vc_btn3-shape-rounded vc_btn3-style-flat vc_btn3-color-juicy-pink" a href="https://whky.com/sherrills-ford-man-accused-of-break-in-theft-in-morganton/" class="vc_gitem-link vc_general vc_btn3 vc_general vc_btn3 vc_btn3-size-md vc_btn3-shape-rounded vc_btn3-style-flat vc_btn3-color-juicy-pink" title="Read more">Read more</a></div></div></div></div></div></div><div class="vc_clearfix"></div></div><div class="vc_grid-item vc_clearfix vc_col-sm-3 vc_grid-item-zone-c-bottom"><div class="vc_grid-item-mini vc_clearfix "><div class="vc_gitem-animated-block" ><div class="vc_gitem-zone vc_gitem-zone-a vc-gitem-zone-height-mode-auto vc-gitem-zone-height-mode-auto-1-1 vc_gitem-is-link" style="background-image: url('https://whky.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/07/Holmes-Jasmine-Deshon-071125.jpg') !important;"><a href="https://whky.com/statesville-man-receives-prison-sentence-in-catawba-county-theft-case/" title="Statesville Man Receives Prison Sentence In Catawba County Theft Case" class="vc_gitem-link vc-zone-link" ></a><img class="vc_gitem-zone-img" src="https://whky.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/07/Holmes-Jasmine-Deshon-071125.jpg" alt="Statesville Man Receives Prison Sentence In Catawba County Theft Case" loading="lazy"><div class="vc_gitem-zone-mini"></div></div></div><div class="vc_gitem-zone vc_gitem-zone-c vc_custom_1419240516480"><div class="vc_gitem-zone-mini"><div class="vc_gitem_row vc_row vc_gitem-row-position-top"><div class="vc_col-sm-12 vc_gitem-col vc_gitem-col-align-"><div class="vc_custom_heading vc_gitem-post-data vc_gitem-post-data-source-post_title" ><h4 style="text-align: left" >Statesville Man Receives Prison Sentence In Catawba County Theft Case</h4></div><div class="vc_custom_heading vc_gitem-post-data vc_gitem-post-data-source-post_excerpt" ><p style="text-align: left" ><p>44-year-old Jasmine Deshon Holmes of Statesville, was sentenced to serve six to eight years in prison following his conviction for obtaining property by false pretense greater than $100,000 and continuing&hellip;</p> </p></div><div class="vc_btn3-container vc_btn3-left"><a class="vc_general vc_btn3 vc_btn3-size-md vc_btn3-shape-rounded vc_btn3-style-flat vc_btn3-color-juicy-pink" a href="https://whky.com/statesville-man-receives-prison-sentence-in-catawba-county-theft-case/" class="vc_gitem-link vc_general vc_btn3 vc_general vc_btn3 vc_btn3-size-md vc_btn3-shape-rounded vc_btn3-style-flat vc_btn3-color-juicy-pink" title="Read more">Read more</a></div></div></div></div></div></div><div class="vc_clearfix"></div></div><div class="vc_grid-item vc_clearfix vc_col-sm-3 vc_grid-item-zone-c-bottom"><div class="vc_grid-item-mini vc_clearfix "><div class="vc_gitem-animated-block" ><div class="vc_gitem-zone vc_gitem-zone-a vc-gitem-zone-height-mode-auto vc-gitem-zone-height-mode-auto-1-1 vc_gitem-is-link" style="background-image: url('https://whky.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/07/Jones-Mya-Elisabeth-071125.jpg') !important;"><a href="https://whky.com/newton-woman-charged-with-stealing-from-employer/" title="Newton Woman Charged With Stealing From Employer" class="vc_gitem-link vc-zone-link" ></a><img class="vc_gitem-zone-img" src="https://whky.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/07/Jones-Mya-Elisabeth-071125.jpg" alt="Newton Woman Charged With Stealing From Employer" loading="lazy"><div class="vc_gitem-zone-mini"></div></div></div><div class="vc_gitem-zone vc_gitem-zone-c vc_custom_1419240516480"><div class="vc_gitem-zone-mini"><div class="vc_gitem_row vc_row vc_gitem-row-position-top"><div class="vc_col-sm-12 vc_gitem-col vc_gitem-col-align-"><div class="vc_custom_heading vc_gitem-post-data vc_gitem-post-data-source-post_title" ><h4 style="text-align: left" >Newton Woman Charged With Stealing From Employer</h4></div><div class="vc_custom_heading vc_gitem-post-data vc_gitem-post-data-source-post_excerpt" ><p style="text-align: left" ><p>26-year-old Mya Elisabeth Jones of Kings Grant Drive in Newton was arrested Thursday (July 10) by Hickory Police Officers. She&#8217;s charged with larceny by employee. Jones was jailed in the&hellip;</p> </p></div><div class="vc_btn3-container vc_btn3-left"><a class="vc_general vc_btn3 vc_btn3-size-md vc_btn3-shape-rounded vc_btn3-style-flat vc_btn3-color-juicy-pink" a href="https://whky.com/newton-woman-charged-with-stealing-from-employer/" class="vc_gitem-link vc_general vc_btn3 vc_general vc_btn3 vc_btn3-size-md vc_btn3-shape-rounded vc_btn3-style-flat vc_btn3-color-juicy-pink" title="Read more">Read more</a></div></div></div></div></div></div><div class="vc_clearfix"></div></div><div class="vc_grid-item vc_clearfix vc_col-sm-3 vc_grid-item-zone-c-bottom"><div class="vc_grid-item-mini vc_clearfix "><div class="vc_gitem-animated-block" ><div class="vc_gitem-zone vc_gitem-zone-a vc-gitem-zone-height-mode-auto vc-gitem-zone-height-mode-auto-1-1 vc_gitem-is-link" style="background-image: url('https://whky.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/07/Berry-Kyle-David-071125.jpg') !important;"><a href="https://whky.com/registered-sex-offender-charged-with-felony-offenses-in-caldwell-county/" title="Registered Sex Offender Charged With Felony Offenses In Caldwell County" class="vc_gitem-link vc-zone-link" ></a><img class="vc_gitem-zone-img" src="https://whky.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/07/Berry-Kyle-David-071125.jpg" alt="Registered Sex Offender Charged With Felony Offenses In Caldwell County" loading="lazy"><div class="vc_gitem-zone-mini"></div></div></div><div class="vc_gitem-zone vc_gitem-zone-c vc_custom_1419240516480"><div class="vc_gitem-zone-mini"><div class="vc_gitem_row vc_row vc_gitem-row-position-top"><div class="vc_col-sm-12 vc_gitem-col vc_gitem-col-align-"><div class="vc_custom_heading vc_gitem-post-data vc_gitem-post-data-source-post_title" ><h4 style="text-align: left" >Registered Sex Offender Charged With Felony Offenses In Caldwell County</h4></div><div class="vc_custom_heading vc_gitem-post-data vc_gitem-post-data-source-post_excerpt" ><p style="text-align: left" ><p>23-year-old Kyle David Berry of Red Bank Road in the Forsyth County community of Germanton was arrested Thursday (July 10) by Lenoir Police Officers. He&#8217;s charged with felonious restraint and&hellip;</p> </p></div><div class="vc_btn3-container vc_btn3-left"><a class="vc_general vc_btn3 vc_btn3-size-md vc_btn3-shape-rounded vc_btn3-style-flat vc_btn3-color-juicy-pink" a href="https://whky.com/registered-sex-offender-charged-with-felony-offenses-in-caldwell-county/" class="vc_gitem-link vc_general vc_btn3 vc_general vc_btn3 vc_btn3-size-md vc_btn3-shape-rounded vc_btn3-style-flat vc_btn3-color-juicy-pink" title="Read more">Read more</a></div></div></div></div></div></div><div class="vc_clearfix"></div></div><div class="vc_grid-item vc_clearfix vc_col-sm-3 vc_grid-item-zone-c-bottom"><div class="vc_grid-item-mini vc_clearfix "><div class="vc_gitem-animated-block" ><div class="vc_gitem-zone vc_gitem-zone-a vc-gitem-zone-height-mode-auto vc-gitem-zone-height-mode-auto-1-1 vc_gitem-is-link" style="background-image: url('https://whky.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/07/Brown-James-Andrew-071125.jpg') !important;"><a href="https://whky.com/burke-county-man-arrested-in-vehicle-theft-case/" title="Burke County Man Arrested In Vehicle Theft Case" class="vc_gitem-link vc-zone-link" ></a><img class="vc_gitem-zone-img" src="https://whky.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/07/Brown-James-Andrew-071125.jpg" alt="Burke County Man Arrested In Vehicle Theft Case" loading="lazy"><div class="vc_gitem-zone-mini"></div></div></div><div class="vc_gitem-zone vc_gitem-zone-c vc_custom_1419240516480"><div class="vc_gitem-zone-mini"><div class="vc_gitem_row vc_row vc_gitem-row-position-top"><div class="vc_col-sm-12 vc_gitem-col vc_gitem-col-align-"><div class="vc_custom_heading vc_gitem-post-data vc_gitem-post-data-source-post_title" ><h4 style="text-align: left" >Burke County Man Arrested In Vehicle Theft Case</h4></div><div class="vc_custom_heading vc_gitem-post-data vc_gitem-post-data-source-post_excerpt" ><p style="text-align: left" ><p>44-year-old James Andrew Brown of Berry Road in Connelly Springs was arrested by Burke County Sheriff&#8217;s Officers. He&#8217;s charged with two felony counts of larceny of a motor vehicle. On&hellip;</p> </p></div><div class="vc_btn3-container vc_btn3-left"><a class="vc_general vc_btn3 vc_btn3-size-md vc_btn3-shape-rounded vc_btn3-style-flat vc_btn3-color-juicy-pink" a href="https://whky.com/burke-county-man-arrested-in-vehicle-theft-case/" class="vc_gitem-link vc_general vc_btn3 vc_general vc_btn3 vc_btn3-size-md vc_btn3-shape-rounded vc_btn3-style-flat vc_btn3-color-juicy-pink" title="Read more">Read more</a></div></div></div></div></div></div><div class="vc_clearfix"></div></div><div class="vc_grid-item vc_clearfix vc_col-sm-3 vc_grid-item-zone-c-bottom"><div class="vc_grid-item-mini vc_clearfix "><div class="vc_gitem-animated-block" ><div class="vc_gitem-zone vc_gitem-zone-a vc-gitem-zone-height-mode-auto vc-gitem-zone-height-mode-auto-1-1 vc_gitem-is-link" style="background-image: url('https://whky.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/07/Walker-Jeffrey-Brian-071025.jpg') !important;"><a href="https://whky.com/morganton-man-charged-with-felony-assault-on-officer/" title="Morganton Man Charged with Felony Assault on Officer" class="vc_gitem-link vc-zone-link" ></a><img class="vc_gitem-zone-img" src="https://whky.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/07/Walker-Jeffrey-Brian-071025.jpg" alt="Morganton Man Charged with Felony Assault on Officer" loading="lazy"><div class="vc_gitem-zone-mini"></div></div></div><div class="vc_gitem-zone vc_gitem-zone-c vc_custom_1419240516480"><div class="vc_gitem-zone-mini"><div class="vc_gitem_row vc_row vc_gitem-row-position-top"><div class="vc_col-sm-12 vc_gitem-col vc_gitem-col-align-"><div class="vc_custom_heading vc_gitem-post-data vc_gitem-post-data-source-post_title" ><h4 style="text-align: left" >Morganton Man Charged with Felony Assault on Officer</h4></div><div class="vc_custom_heading vc_gitem-post-data vc_gitem-post-data-source-post_excerpt" ><p style="text-align: left" ><p>48-year-old Jeffrey Brian Walker of Morganton has been arrested by Officers with the Morganton Department of Public Safety on two felony counts of assault on a law enforcement officer causing&hellip;</p> </p></div><div class="vc_btn3-container vc_btn3-left"><a class="vc_general vc_btn3 vc_btn3-size-md vc_btn3-shape-rounded vc_btn3-style-flat vc_btn3-color-juicy-pink" a href="https://whky.com/morganton-man-charged-with-felony-assault-on-officer/" class="vc_gitem-link vc_general vc_btn3 vc_general vc_btn3 vc_btn3-size-md vc_btn3-shape-rounded vc_btn3-style-flat vc_btn3-color-juicy-pink" title="Read more">Read more</a></div></div></div></div></div></div><div class="vc_clearfix"></div></div><div class="vc_grid-item vc_clearfix vc_col-sm-3 vc_grid-item-zone-c-bottom"><div class="vc_grid-item-mini vc_clearfix "><div class="vc_gitem-animated-block" ><div class="vc_gitem-zone vc_gitem-zone-a vc-gitem-zone-height-mode-auto vc-gitem-zone-height-mode-auto-1-1 vc_gitem-is-link" style="background-image: url('https://whky.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/07/Scott-Amy-Lynn-071025.jpg') !important;"><a href="https://whky.com/catawba-county-woman-jailed-on-alexander-county-drug-charges/" title="Catawba County Woman Jailed On Alexander County Drug Charges" class="vc_gitem-link vc-zone-link" ></a><img class="vc_gitem-zone-img" src="https://whky.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/07/Scott-Amy-Lynn-071025.jpg" alt="Catawba County Woman Jailed On Alexander County Drug Charges" loading="lazy"><div class="vc_gitem-zone-mini"></div></div></div><div class="vc_gitem-zone vc_gitem-zone-c vc_custom_1419240516480"><div class="vc_gitem-zone-mini"><div class="vc_gitem_row vc_row vc_gitem-row-position-top"><div class="vc_col-sm-12 vc_gitem-col vc_gitem-col-align-"><div class="vc_custom_heading vc_gitem-post-data vc_gitem-post-data-source-post_title" ><h4 style="text-align: left" >Catawba County Woman Jailed On Alexander County Drug Charges</h4></div><div class="vc_custom_heading vc_gitem-post-data vc_gitem-post-data-source-post_excerpt" ><p style="text-align: left" ><p>41-year-old Amy Lynn Scott of Claremont was arrested Tuesday (July 8) by Alexander County Sheriff&#8217;s Officers. She&#8217;s charged with felony counts of possession of methamphetamine and maintaining a vehicle, dwelling,&hellip;</p> </p></div><div class="vc_btn3-container vc_btn3-left"><a class="vc_general vc_btn3 vc_btn3-size-md vc_btn3-shape-rounded vc_btn3-style-flat vc_btn3-color-juicy-pink" a href="https://whky.com/catawba-county-woman-jailed-on-alexander-county-drug-charges/" class="vc_gitem-link vc_general vc_btn3 vc_general vc_btn3 vc_btn3-size-md vc_btn3-shape-rounded vc_btn3-style-flat vc_btn3-color-juicy-pink" title="Read more">Read more</a></div></div></div></div></div></div><div class="vc_clearfix"></div></div><div class="vc_grid-item vc_clearfix vc_col-sm-3 vc_grid-item-zone-c-bottom"><div class="vc_grid-item-mini vc_clearfix "><div class="vc_gitem-animated-block" ><div class="vc_gitem-zone vc_gitem-zone-a vc-gitem-zone-height-mode-auto vc-gitem-zone-height-mode-auto-1-1 vc_gitem-is-link" style="background-image: url('https://whky.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/07/Greene-Eric-William-071025.jpg') !important;"><a href="https://whky.com/meth-possession-charge-filed-against-maiden-man/" title="Meth Possession Charge Filed Against Maiden Man" class="vc_gitem-link vc-zone-link" ></a><img class="vc_gitem-zone-img" src="https://whky.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/07/Greene-Eric-William-071025.jpg" alt="Meth Possession Charge Filed Against Maiden Man" loading="lazy"><div class="vc_gitem-zone-mini"></div></div></div><div class="vc_gitem-zone vc_gitem-zone-c vc_custom_1419240516480"><div class="vc_gitem-zone-mini"><div class="vc_gitem_row vc_row vc_gitem-row-position-top"><div class="vc_col-sm-12 vc_gitem-col vc_gitem-col-align-"><div class="vc_custom_heading vc_gitem-post-data vc_gitem-post-data-source-post_title" ><h4 style="text-align: left" >Meth Possession Charge Filed Against Maiden Man</h4></div><div class="vc_custom_heading vc_gitem-post-data vc_gitem-post-data-source-post_excerpt" ><p style="text-align: left" ><p>32-year-old Eric William Greene of Maiden was arrested today (July 10) by Maiden Police Officers. He&#8217;s charged with possession of methamphetamine and possession of drug paraphernalia. Greene was jailed in&hellip;</p> </p></div><div class="vc_btn3-container vc_btn3-left"><a class="vc_general vc_btn3 vc_btn3-size-md vc_btn3-shape-rounded vc_btn3-style-flat vc_btn3-color-juicy-pink" a href="https://whky.com/meth-possession-charge-filed-against-maiden-man/" class="vc_gitem-link vc_general vc_btn3 vc_general vc_btn3 vc_btn3-size-md vc_btn3-shape-rounded vc_btn3-style-flat vc_btn3-color-juicy-pink" title="Read more">Read more</a></div></div></div></div></div></div><div class="vc_clearfix"></div></div><div class="vc_grid-item vc_clearfix vc_col-sm-3 vc_grid-item-zone-c-bottom"><div class="vc_grid-item-mini vc_clearfix "><div class="vc_gitem-animated-block" ><div class="vc_gitem-zone vc_gitem-zone-a vc-gitem-zone-height-mode-auto vc-gitem-zone-height-mode-auto-1-1 vc_gitem-is-link" style="background-image: url('https://whky.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/07/McMahon-Jessica-Marie-071025.jpg') !important;"><a href="https://whky.com/granite-falls-woman-receives-prison-sentence-of-more-than-seven-years-in-connection-to-drug-related-death/" title="Granite Falls Woman Receives Minimum Prison Sentence Of More Than Seven Years In Connection To Drug-Related Death" class="vc_gitem-link vc-zone-link" ></a><img class="vc_gitem-zone-img" src="https://whky.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/07/McMahon-Jessica-Marie-071025.jpg" alt="Granite Falls Woman Receives Minimum Prison Sentence Of More Than Seven Years In Connection To Drug-Related Death" loading="lazy"><div class="vc_gitem-zone-mini"></div></div></div><div class="vc_gitem-zone vc_gitem-zone-c vc_custom_1419240516480"><div class="vc_gitem-zone-mini"><div class="vc_gitem_row vc_row vc_gitem-row-position-top"><div class="vc_col-sm-12 vc_gitem-col vc_gitem-col-align-"><div class="vc_custom_heading vc_gitem-post-data vc_gitem-post-data-source-post_title" ><h4 style="text-align: left" >Granite Falls Woman Receives Minimum Prison Sentence Of More Than Seven Years In Connection To Drug-Related Death</h4></div><div class="vc_custom_heading vc_gitem-post-data vc_gitem-post-data-source-post_excerpt" ><p style="text-align: left" ><p>A Caldwell County woman has received a prison sentence in a connection to a fatal drug-related incident. She was sentenced to a minimum of seven-and-half-years. Caldwell County Sheriff Kevin Bean&hellip;</p> </p></div><div class="vc_btn3-container vc_btn3-left"><a class="vc_general vc_btn3 vc_btn3-size-md vc_btn3-shape-rounded vc_btn3-style-flat vc_btn3-color-juicy-pink" a href="https://whky.com/granite-falls-woman-receives-prison-sentence-of-more-than-seven-years-in-connection-to-drug-related-death/" class="vc_gitem-link vc_general vc_btn3 vc_general vc_btn3 vc_btn3-size-md vc_btn3-shape-rounded vc_btn3-style-flat vc_btn3-color-juicy-pink" title="Read more">Read more</a></div></div></div></div></div></div><div class="vc_clearfix"></div></div><div class="vc_grid-item vc_clearfix vc_col-sm-3 vc_grid-item-zone-c-bottom"><div class="vc_grid-item-mini vc_clearfix "><div class="vc_gitem-animated-block" ><div class="vc_gitem-zone vc_gitem-zone-a vc-gitem-zone-height-mode-auto vc-gitem-zone-height-mode-auto-1-1 vc_gitem-is-link" style="background-image: url('https://whky.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/07/Houser-James-David-070925.jpg') !important;"><a href="https://whky.com/fourth-of-july-murder-suspect-arrested/" title="Fourth of July Murder Suspect Arrested" class="vc_gitem-link vc-zone-link" ></a><img class="vc_gitem-zone-img" src="https://whky.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/07/Houser-James-David-070925.jpg" alt="Fourth of July Murder Suspect Arrested" loading="lazy"><div class="vc_gitem-zone-mini"></div></div></div><div class="vc_gitem-zone vc_gitem-zone-c vc_custom_1419240516480"><div class="vc_gitem-zone-mini"><div class="vc_gitem_row vc_row vc_gitem-row-position-top"><div class="vc_col-sm-12 vc_gitem-col vc_gitem-col-align-"><div class="vc_custom_heading vc_gitem-post-data vc_gitem-post-data-source-post_title" ><h4 style="text-align: left" >Fourth of July Murder Suspect Arrested</h4></div><div class="vc_custom_heading vc_gitem-post-data vc_gitem-post-data-source-post_excerpt" ><p style="text-align: left" ><p>30-year-old James David Houser of Hickory has been arrested by Hickory Police in connection with the Fourth of July shooting death of 30-year-old Mary Elizabeth Ervin of Hickory. Houser has&hellip;</p> </p></div><div class="vc_btn3-container vc_btn3-left"><a class="vc_general vc_btn3 vc_btn3-size-md vc_btn3-shape-rounded vc_btn3-style-flat vc_btn3-color-juicy-pink" a href="https://whky.com/fourth-of-july-murder-suspect-arrested/" class="vc_gitem-link vc_general vc_btn3 vc_general vc_btn3 vc_btn3-size-md vc_btn3-shape-rounded vc_btn3-style-flat vc_btn3-color-juicy-pink" title="Read more">Read more</a></div></div></div></div></div></div><div class="vc_clearfix"></div></div><div class="vc_grid-item vc_clearfix vc_col-sm-3 vc_grid-item-zone-c-bottom"><div class="vc_grid-item-mini vc_clearfix "><div class="vc_gitem-animated-block" ><div class="vc_gitem-zone vc_gitem-zone-a vc-gitem-zone-height-mode-auto vc-gitem-zone-height-mode-auto-1-1 vc_gitem-is-link" style="background-image: url('https://whky.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/07/Lowrance-Moelic-Shiquan-070925.jpg') !important;"><a href="https://whky.com/alexander-county-sex-offender-arrested-in-ohio/" title="Alexander County Sex Offender Arrested in Ohio" class="vc_gitem-link vc-zone-link" ></a><img class="vc_gitem-zone-img" src="https://whky.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/07/Lowrance-Moelic-Shiquan-070925.jpg" alt="Alexander County Sex Offender Arrested in Ohio" loading="lazy"><div class="vc_gitem-zone-mini"></div></div></div><div class="vc_gitem-zone vc_gitem-zone-c vc_custom_1419240516480"><div class="vc_gitem-zone-mini"><div class="vc_gitem_row vc_row vc_gitem-row-position-top"><div class="vc_col-sm-12 vc_gitem-col vc_gitem-col-align-"><div class="vc_custom_heading vc_gitem-post-data vc_gitem-post-data-source-post_title" ><h4 style="text-align: left" >Alexander County Sex Offender Arrested in Ohio</h4></div><div class="vc_custom_heading vc_gitem-post-data vc_gitem-post-data-source-post_excerpt" ><p style="text-align: left" ><p>27-year-old Moelic Shiquan Lowrance, an Alexander County resident, has been arrested in Ohio for violating his registered sex-offender status. He was charged with a felony violation of his registered sex-offender&hellip;</p> </p></div><div class="vc_btn3-container vc_btn3-left"><a class="vc_general vc_btn3 vc_btn3-size-md vc_btn3-shape-rounded vc_btn3-style-flat vc_btn3-color-juicy-pink" a href="https://whky.com/alexander-county-sex-offender-arrested-in-ohio/" class="vc_gitem-link vc_general vc_btn3 vc_general vc_btn3 vc_btn3-size-md vc_btn3-shape-rounded vc_btn3-style-flat vc_btn3-color-juicy-pink" title="Read more">Read more</a></div></div></div></div></div></div><div class="vc_clearfix"></div></div><div class="vc_grid-item vc_clearfix vc_col-sm-3 vc_grid-item-zone-c-bottom"><div class="vc_grid-item-mini vc_clearfix "><div class="vc_gitem-animated-block" ><div class="vc_gitem-zone vc_gitem-zone-a vc-gitem-zone-height-mode-auto vc-gitem-zone-height-mode-auto-1-1 vc_gitem-is-link" style="background-image: url('https://whky.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/07/Smith-Revonda-Kay-070925.jpg') !important;"><a href="https://whky.com/granite-falls-woman-jailed-on-catawba-county-drug-charges/" title="Granite Falls Woman Jailed On Catawba County Drug Charges" class="vc_gitem-link vc-zone-link" ></a><img class="vc_gitem-zone-img" src="https://whky.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/07/Smith-Revonda-Kay-070925.jpg" alt="Granite Falls Woman Jailed On Catawba County Drug Charges" loading="lazy"><div class="vc_gitem-zone-mini"></div></div></div><div class="vc_gitem-zone vc_gitem-zone-c vc_custom_1419240516480"><div class="vc_gitem-zone-mini"><div class="vc_gitem_row vc_row vc_gitem-row-position-top"><div class="vc_col-sm-12 vc_gitem-col vc_gitem-col-align-"><div class="vc_custom_heading vc_gitem-post-data vc_gitem-post-data-source-post_title" ><h4 style="text-align: left" >Granite Falls Woman Jailed On Catawba County Drug Charges</h4></div><div class="vc_custom_heading vc_gitem-post-data vc_gitem-post-data-source-post_excerpt" ><p style="text-align: left" ><p>60-year-old Revonda Kay Smith of Central Avenue in Granite Falls was arrested by Hickory Police Officers. She&#8217;s charged with felony possession of schedule II controlled substance and possession of drug&hellip;</p> </p></div><div class="vc_btn3-container vc_btn3-left"><a class="vc_general vc_btn3 vc_btn3-size-md vc_btn3-shape-rounded vc_btn3-style-flat vc_btn3-color-juicy-pink" a href="https://whky.com/granite-falls-woman-jailed-on-catawba-county-drug-charges/" class="vc_gitem-link vc_general vc_btn3 vc_general vc_btn3 vc_btn3-size-md vc_btn3-shape-rounded vc_btn3-style-flat vc_btn3-color-juicy-pink" title="Read more">Read more</a></div></div></div></div></div></div><div class="vc_clearfix"></div></div><div class="vc_grid-item vc_clearfix vc_col-sm-3 vc_grid-item-zone-c-bottom"><div class="vc_grid-item-mini vc_clearfix "><div class="vc_gitem-animated-block" ><div class="vc_gitem-zone vc_gitem-zone-a vc-gitem-zone-height-mode-auto vc-gitem-zone-height-mode-auto-1-1 vc_gitem-is-link" style="background-image: url('https://whky.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/07/Bortz-Jeffery-Allen-070925.jpg') !important;"><a href="https://whky.com/catawba-county-man-jailed-in-alexander-county-following-release-from-prison/" title="Catawba County Man Jailed In Alexander County Following Release From Prison" class="vc_gitem-link vc-zone-link" ></a><img class="vc_gitem-zone-img" src="https://whky.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/07/Bortz-Jeffery-Allen-070925.jpg" alt="Catawba County Man Jailed In Alexander County Following Release From Prison" loading="lazy"><div class="vc_gitem-zone-mini"></div></div></div><div class="vc_gitem-zone vc_gitem-zone-c vc_custom_1419240516480"><div class="vc_gitem-zone-mini"><div class="vc_gitem_row vc_row vc_gitem-row-position-top"><div class="vc_col-sm-12 vc_gitem-col vc_gitem-col-align-"><div class="vc_custom_heading vc_gitem-post-data vc_gitem-post-data-source-post_title" ><h4 style="text-align: left" >Catawba County Man Jailed In Alexander County Following Release From Prison</h4></div><div class="vc_custom_heading vc_gitem-post-data vc_gitem-post-data-source-post_excerpt" ><p style="text-align: left" ><p>42-year-old Jeffery Allen Bortz of Claremont was arrested by authorities in Alexander County. He&#8217;s charged with felony larceny of a motor vehicle. According to our news partner WACB, Bortz was&hellip;</p> </p></div><div class="vc_btn3-container vc_btn3-left"><a class="vc_general vc_btn3 vc_btn3-size-md vc_btn3-shape-rounded vc_btn3-style-flat vc_btn3-color-juicy-pink" a href="https://whky.com/catawba-county-man-jailed-in-alexander-county-following-release-from-prison/" class="vc_gitem-link vc_general vc_btn3 vc_general vc_btn3 vc_btn3-size-md vc_btn3-shape-rounded vc_btn3-style-flat vc_btn3-color-juicy-pink" title="Read more">Read more</a></div></div></div></div></div></div><div class="vc_clearfix"></div></div><div class="vc_grid-item vc_clearfix vc_col-sm-3 vc_grid-item-zone-c-bottom"><div class="vc_grid-item-mini vc_clearfix "><div class="vc_gitem-animated-block" ><div class="vc_gitem-zone vc_gitem-zone-a vc-gitem-zone-height-mode-auto vc-gitem-zone-height-mode-auto-1-1 vc_gitem-is-link" style="background-image: url('https://whky.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/07/Millsaps-and-McAlister-Combo-Pic-070925.jpg') !important;"><a href="https://whky.com/suspects-charged-with-shooting-fireworks-at-home/" title="Suspects Charged With Shooting Fireworks At Home" class="vc_gitem-link vc-zone-link" ></a><img class="vc_gitem-zone-img" src="https://whky.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/07/Millsaps-and-McAlister-Combo-Pic-070925.jpg" alt="Suspects Charged With Shooting Fireworks At Home" loading="lazy"><div class="vc_gitem-zone-mini"></div></div></div><div class="vc_gitem-zone vc_gitem-zone-c vc_custom_1419240516480"><div class="vc_gitem-zone-mini"><div class="vc_gitem_row vc_row vc_gitem-row-position-top"><div class="vc_col-sm-12 vc_gitem-col vc_gitem-col-align-"><div class="vc_custom_heading vc_gitem-post-data vc_gitem-post-data-source-post_title" ><h4 style="text-align: left" >Suspects Charged With Shooting Fireworks At Home</h4></div><div class="vc_custom_heading vc_gitem-post-data vc_gitem-post-data-source-post_excerpt" ><p style="text-align: left" ><p>23-year-old Randall Chance Millsaps of Hiddenite, and 21-year-old Dalton Wayne McAlister of Troutman were arrested by Iredell County Sheriff’s Officers. Millsaps is charged with felony conspiracy along with misdemeanor counts&hellip;</p> </p></div><div class="vc_btn3-container vc_btn3-left"><a class="vc_general vc_btn3 vc_btn3-size-md vc_btn3-shape-rounded vc_btn3-style-flat vc_btn3-color-juicy-pink" a href="https://whky.com/suspects-charged-with-shooting-fireworks-at-home/" class="vc_gitem-link vc_general vc_btn3 vc_general vc_btn3 vc_btn3-size-md vc_btn3-shape-rounded vc_btn3-style-flat vc_btn3-color-juicy-pink" title="Read more">Read more</a></div></div></div></div></div></div><div class="vc_clearfix"></div></div><div class="vc_grid-item vc_clearfix vc_col-sm-3 vc_grid-item-zone-c-bottom"><div class="vc_grid-item-mini vc_clearfix "><div class="vc_gitem-animated-block" ><div class="vc_gitem-zone vc_gitem-zone-a vc-gitem-zone-height-mode-auto vc-gitem-zone-height-mode-auto-1-1 vc_gitem-is-link" style="background-image: url('https://whky.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/07/Lenoir-Cell-Phone-Theft-02-070825.jpg') !important;"><a href="https://whky.com/lenoir-police-seek-help-in-identifying-suspect/" title="Lenoir Police Seek Help in Identifying Suspect" class="vc_gitem-link vc-zone-link" ></a><img class="vc_gitem-zone-img" src="https://whky.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/07/Lenoir-Cell-Phone-Theft-02-070825.jpg" alt="Lenoir Police Seek Help in Identifying Suspect" loading="lazy"><div class="vc_gitem-zone-mini"></div></div></div><div class="vc_gitem-zone vc_gitem-zone-c vc_custom_1419240516480"><div class="vc_gitem-zone-mini"><div class="vc_gitem_row vc_row vc_gitem-row-position-top"><div class="vc_col-sm-12 vc_gitem-col vc_gitem-col-align-"><div class="vc_custom_heading vc_gitem-post-data vc_gitem-post-data-source-post_title" ><h4 style="text-align: left" >Lenoir Police Seek Help in Identifying Suspect</h4></div><div class="vc_custom_heading vc_gitem-post-data vc_gitem-post-data-source-post_excerpt" ><p style="text-align: left" ><p>Lenoir Police are asking for the public&#8217;s assistance in a recent case involving the larceny of a cell phone from Fairvalue Grocery at 2025 Morganton Boulevard in Lenoir. Investigators are&hellip;</p> </p></div><div class="vc_btn3-container vc_btn3-left"><a class="vc_general vc_btn3 vc_btn3-size-md vc_btn3-shape-rounded vc_btn3-style-flat vc_btn3-color-juicy-pink" a href="https://whky.com/lenoir-police-seek-help-in-identifying-suspect/" class="vc_gitem-link vc_general vc_btn3 vc_general vc_btn3 vc_btn3-size-md vc_btn3-shape-rounded vc_btn3-style-flat vc_btn3-color-juicy-pink" title="Read more">Read more</a></div></div></div></div></div></div><div class="vc_clearfix"></div></div><div class="vc_grid-item vc_clearfix vc_col-sm-3 vc_grid-item-zone-c-bottom"><div class="vc_grid-item-mini vc_clearfix "><div class="vc_gitem-animated-block" ><div class="vc_gitem-zone vc_gitem-zone-a vc-gitem-zone-height-mode-auto vc-gitem-zone-height-mode-auto-1-1 vc_gitem-is-link" style="background-image: url('https://whky.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/07/Watson-Dustin-Will-070825.jpg') !important;"><a href="https://whky.com/second-suspect-arrested-in-connection-with-ellendale-break-ins/" title="Second Suspect Arrested in Connection with Ellendale Break-Ins" class="vc_gitem-link vc-zone-link" ></a><img class="vc_gitem-zone-img" src="https://whky.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/07/Watson-Dustin-Will-070825.jpg" alt="Second Suspect Arrested in Connection with Ellendale Break-Ins" loading="lazy"><div class="vc_gitem-zone-mini"></div></div></div><div class="vc_gitem-zone vc_gitem-zone-c vc_custom_1419240516480"><div class="vc_gitem-zone-mini"><div class="vc_gitem_row vc_row vc_gitem-row-position-top"><div class="vc_col-sm-12 vc_gitem-col vc_gitem-col-align-"><div class="vc_custom_heading vc_gitem-post-data vc_gitem-post-data-source-post_title" ><h4 style="text-align: left" >Second Suspect Arrested in Connection with Ellendale Break-Ins</h4></div><div class="vc_custom_heading vc_gitem-post-data vc_gitem-post-data-source-post_excerpt" ><p style="text-align: left" ><p>34-year-old Dustin Will Watson of Taylorsville was arrested by Alexander County Sheriff’s Deputies on July 7. He was charged with four counts of felony breaking &amp; entering, two counts of&hellip;</p> </p></div><div class="vc_btn3-container vc_btn3-left"><a class="vc_general vc_btn3 vc_btn3-size-md vc_btn3-shape-rounded vc_btn3-style-flat vc_btn3-color-juicy-pink" a href="https://whky.com/second-suspect-arrested-in-connection-with-ellendale-break-ins/" class="vc_gitem-link vc_general vc_btn3 vc_general vc_btn3 vc_btn3-size-md vc_btn3-shape-rounded vc_btn3-style-flat vc_btn3-color-juicy-pink" title="Read more">Read more</a></div></div></div></div></div></div><div class="vc_clearfix"></div></div><div class="vc_grid-item vc_clearfix vc_col-sm-3 vc_grid-item-zone-c-bottom"><div class="vc_grid-item-mini vc_clearfix "><div class="vc_gitem-animated-block" ><div class="vc_gitem-zone vc_gitem-zone-a vc-gitem-zone-height-mode-auto vc-gitem-zone-height-mode-auto-1-1 vc_gitem-is-link" style="background-image: url('https://whky.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/07/Cazarez-Mario-Mendoza-070825.jpg') !important;"><a href="https://whky.com/alexander-county-sex-offender-accused-of-living-too-close-to-a-school/" title="Alexander County Sex Offender Accused of Living too Close to a School" class="vc_gitem-link vc-zone-link" ></a><img class="vc_gitem-zone-img" src="https://whky.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/07/Cazarez-Mario-Mendoza-070825.jpg" alt="Alexander County Sex Offender Accused of Living too Close to a School" loading="lazy"><div class="vc_gitem-zone-mini"></div></div></div><div class="vc_gitem-zone vc_gitem-zone-c vc_custom_1419240516480"><div class="vc_gitem-zone-mini"><div class="vc_gitem_row vc_row vc_gitem-row-position-top"><div class="vc_col-sm-12 vc_gitem-col vc_gitem-col-align-"><div class="vc_custom_heading vc_gitem-post-data vc_gitem-post-data-source-post_title" ><h4 style="text-align: left" >Alexander County Sex Offender Accused of Living too Close to a School</h4></div><div class="vc_custom_heading vc_gitem-post-data vc_gitem-post-data-source-post_excerpt" ><p style="text-align: left" ><p>24-year-old Mario Mendoza Cazarez of Wallace Lane in Taylorsville was taken into custody Monday (July 7) by Alexander County Sheriff’s Officers. He is accused of violating North Carolina sex offender&hellip;</p> </p></div><div class="vc_btn3-container vc_btn3-left"><a class="vc_general vc_btn3 vc_btn3-size-md vc_btn3-shape-rounded vc_btn3-style-flat vc_btn3-color-juicy-pink" a href="https://whky.com/alexander-county-sex-offender-accused-of-living-too-close-to-a-school/" class="vc_gitem-link vc_general vc_btn3 vc_general vc_btn3 vc_btn3-size-md vc_btn3-shape-rounded vc_btn3-style-flat vc_btn3-color-juicy-pink" title="Read more">Read more</a></div></div></div></div></div></div><div class="vc_clearfix"></div></div><div class="vc_grid-item vc_clearfix vc_col-sm-3 vc_grid-item-zone-c-bottom"><div class="vc_grid-item-mini vc_clearfix "><div class="vc_gitem-animated-block" ><div class="vc_gitem-zone vc_gitem-zone-a vc-gitem-zone-height-mode-auto vc-gitem-zone-height-mode-auto-1-1 vc_gitem-is-link" style="background-image: url('https://whky.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/07/Day-Kenneth-Christopher-070825.jpg') !important;"><a href="https://whky.com/granite-falls-man-faces-felony-drug-charges-in-two-counties/" title="Granite Falls Man Faces Felony Drug Charges in Two Counties" class="vc_gitem-link vc-zone-link" ></a><img class="vc_gitem-zone-img" src="https://whky.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/07/Day-Kenneth-Christopher-070825.jpg" alt="Granite Falls Man Faces Felony Drug Charges in Two Counties" loading="lazy"><div class="vc_gitem-zone-mini"></div></div></div><div class="vc_gitem-zone vc_gitem-zone-c vc_custom_1419240516480"><div class="vc_gitem-zone-mini"><div class="vc_gitem_row vc_row vc_gitem-row-position-top"><div class="vc_col-sm-12 vc_gitem-col vc_gitem-col-align-"><div class="vc_custom_heading vc_gitem-post-data vc_gitem-post-data-source-post_title" ><h4 style="text-align: left" >Granite Falls Man Faces Felony Drug Charges in Two Counties</h4></div><div class="vc_custom_heading vc_gitem-post-data vc_gitem-post-data-source-post_excerpt" ><p style="text-align: left" ><p>26-year-old Kenneth Christopher Day of North Main Street in Granite Falls has been arrested on charges of possession of heroin, trafficking in opium or heroin (two counts), felony possession of&hellip;</p> </p></div><div class="vc_btn3-container vc_btn3-left"><a class="vc_general vc_btn3 vc_btn3-size-md vc_btn3-shape-rounded vc_btn3-style-flat vc_btn3-color-juicy-pink" a href="https://whky.com/granite-falls-man-faces-felony-drug-charges-in-two-counties/" class="vc_gitem-link vc_general vc_btn3 vc_general vc_btn3 vc_btn3-size-md vc_btn3-shape-rounded vc_btn3-style-flat vc_btn3-color-juicy-pink" title="Read more">Read more</a></div></div></div></div></div></div><div class="vc_clearfix"></div></div><div class="vc_grid-item vc_clearfix vc_col-sm-3 vc_grid-item-zone-c-bottom"><div class="vc_grid-item-mini vc_clearfix "><div class="vc_gitem-animated-block" ><div class="vc_gitem-zone vc_gitem-zone-a vc-gitem-zone-height-mode-auto vc-gitem-zone-height-mode-auto-1-1 vc_gitem-is-link" style="background-image: url('https://whky.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/07/Caldwell-Co.Sheriffs-patch-070725.jpg') !important;"><a href="https://whky.com/authorities-investigating-shooting-incident-individual-being-struck-by-vehicle/" title="Authorities Investigating Shooting Incident, Individual Being Struck By Vehicle" class="vc_gitem-link vc-zone-link" ></a><img class="vc_gitem-zone-img" src="https://whky.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/07/Caldwell-Co.Sheriffs-patch-070725.jpg" alt="Authorities Investigating Shooting Incident, Individual Being Struck By Vehicle" loading="lazy"><div class="vc_gitem-zone-mini"></div></div></div><div class="vc_gitem-zone vc_gitem-zone-c vc_custom_1419240516480"><div class="vc_gitem-zone-mini"><div class="vc_gitem_row vc_row vc_gitem-row-position-top"><div class="vc_col-sm-12 vc_gitem-col vc_gitem-col-align-"><div class="vc_custom_heading vc_gitem-post-data vc_gitem-post-data-source-post_title" ><h4 style="text-align: left" >Authorities Investigating Shooting Incident, Individual Being Struck By Vehicle</h4></div><div class="vc_custom_heading vc_gitem-post-data vc_gitem-post-data-source-post_excerpt" ><p style="text-align: left" ><p>The Caldwell County Sheriff’s Office is investigating an incident involving a reported shooting and the alleged shooter being struck by a vehicle. According to a news release from the Caldwell&hellip;</p> </p></div><div class="vc_btn3-container vc_btn3-left"><a class="vc_general vc_btn3 vc_btn3-size-md vc_btn3-shape-rounded vc_btn3-style-flat vc_btn3-color-juicy-pink" a href="https://whky.com/authorities-investigating-shooting-incident-individual-being-struck-by-vehicle/" class="vc_gitem-link vc_general vc_btn3 vc_general vc_btn3 vc_btn3-size-md vc_btn3-shape-rounded vc_btn3-style-flat vc_btn3-color-juicy-pink" title="Read more">Read more</a></div></div></div></div></div></div><div class="vc_clearfix"></div></div><div class="vc_grid-item vc_clearfix vc_col-sm-3 vc_grid-item-zone-c-bottom"><div class="vc_grid-item-mini vc_clearfix "><div class="vc_gitem-animated-block" ><div class="vc_gitem-zone vc_gitem-zone-a vc-gitem-zone-height-mode-auto vc-gitem-zone-height-mode-auto-1-1 vc_gitem-is-link" style="background-image: url('https://whky.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/07/Chambers-Daniel-Brown-Jr-070725.jpg') !important;"><a href="https://whky.com/statesville-man-arrested-on-child-sex-charges/" title="Statesville Man Arrested on Child Sex Charges" class="vc_gitem-link vc-zone-link" ></a><img class="vc_gitem-zone-img" src="https://whky.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/07/Chambers-Daniel-Brown-Jr-070725.jpg" alt="Statesville Man Arrested on Child Sex Charges" loading="lazy"><div class="vc_gitem-zone-mini"></div></div></div><div class="vc_gitem-zone vc_gitem-zone-c vc_custom_1419240516480"><div class="vc_gitem-zone-mini"><div class="vc_gitem_row vc_row vc_gitem-row-position-top"><div class="vc_col-sm-12 vc_gitem-col vc_gitem-col-align-"><div class="vc_custom_heading vc_gitem-post-data vc_gitem-post-data-source-post_title" ><h4 style="text-align: left" >Statesville Man Arrested on Child Sex Charges</h4></div><div class="vc_custom_heading vc_gitem-post-data vc_gitem-post-data-source-post_excerpt" ><p style="text-align: left" ><p>25-year-old Daniel Brown Chambers, Jr. of Ledgehill Road in Statesville was arrested by Iredell County Sheriff’s Officers on July 3 on felony counts of first-degree sexual exploitation of a minor&hellip;</p> </p></div><div class="vc_btn3-container vc_btn3-left"><a class="vc_general vc_btn3 vc_btn3-size-md vc_btn3-shape-rounded vc_btn3-style-flat vc_btn3-color-juicy-pink" a href="https://whky.com/statesville-man-arrested-on-child-sex-charges/" class="vc_gitem-link vc_general vc_btn3 vc_general vc_btn3 vc_btn3-size-md vc_btn3-shape-rounded vc_btn3-style-flat vc_btn3-color-juicy-pink" title="Read more">Read more</a></div></div></div></div></div></div><div class="vc_clearfix"></div></div><div class="vc_grid-item vc_clearfix vc_col-sm-3 vc_grid-item-zone-c-bottom"><div class="vc_grid-item-mini vc_clearfix "><div class="vc_gitem-animated-block" ><div class="vc_gitem-zone vc_gitem-zone-a vc-gitem-zone-height-mode-auto vc-gitem-zone-height-mode-auto-1-1 vc_gitem-is-link" style="background-image: url('https://whky.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/07/Lepera-Domenick-Michael-070725.jpg') !important;"><a href="https://whky.com/fugitive-from-virginia-arrested-in-catawba-county/" title="Fugitive from Virginia Arrested in Catawba County" class="vc_gitem-link vc-zone-link" ></a><img class="vc_gitem-zone-img" src="https://whky.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/07/Lepera-Domenick-Michael-070725.jpg" alt="Fugitive from Virginia Arrested in Catawba County" loading="lazy"><div class="vc_gitem-zone-mini"></div></div></div><div class="vc_gitem-zone vc_gitem-zone-c vc_custom_1419240516480"><div class="vc_gitem-zone-mini"><div class="vc_gitem_row vc_row vc_gitem-row-position-top"><div class="vc_col-sm-12 vc_gitem-col vc_gitem-col-align-"><div class="vc_custom_heading vc_gitem-post-data vc_gitem-post-data-source-post_title" ><h4 style="text-align: left" >Fugitive from Virginia Arrested in Catawba County</h4></div><div class="vc_custom_heading vc_gitem-post-data vc_gitem-post-data-source-post_excerpt" ><p style="text-align: left" ><p>33-year-old Domenick Michael Lepera of Springs Road in Hickory was arrested Sunday (July 6) by Catawba County Sheriff&#8217;s Officers on a felony warrant as a fugitive awaiting extradition to another&hellip;</p> </p></div><div class="vc_btn3-container vc_btn3-left"><a class="vc_general vc_btn3 vc_btn3-size-md vc_btn3-shape-rounded vc_btn3-style-flat vc_btn3-color-juicy-pink" a href="https://whky.com/fugitive-from-virginia-arrested-in-catawba-county/" class="vc_gitem-link vc_general vc_btn3 vc_general vc_btn3 vc_btn3-size-md vc_btn3-shape-rounded vc_btn3-style-flat vc_btn3-color-juicy-pink" title="Read more">Read more</a></div></div></div></div></div></div><div class="vc_clearfix"></div></div><div class="vc_grid-item vc_clearfix vc_col-sm-3 vc_grid-item-zone-c-bottom"><div class="vc_grid-item-mini vc_clearfix "><div class="vc_gitem-animated-block" ><div class="vc_gitem-zone vc_gitem-zone-a vc-gitem-zone-height-mode-auto vc-gitem-zone-height-mode-auto-1-1 vc_gitem-is-link" style="background-image: url('https://whky.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/07/Weaver-Devon-Mae-070725.jpg') !important;"><a href="https://whky.com/woman-on-burke-countys-most-wanted-arrested-on-firearms-warrant/" title="Woman on Burke County&#8217;s &#8220;Most Wanted&#8221; Arrested on Firearms Warrant" class="vc_gitem-link vc-zone-link" ></a><img class="vc_gitem-zone-img" src="https://whky.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/07/Weaver-Devon-Mae-070725.jpg" alt="Woman on Burke County's "Most Wanted" Arrested on Firearms Warrant" loading="lazy"><div class="vc_gitem-zone-mini"></div></div></div><div class="vc_gitem-zone vc_gitem-zone-c vc_custom_1419240516480"><div class="vc_gitem-zone-mini"><div class="vc_gitem_row vc_row vc_gitem-row-position-top"><div class="vc_col-sm-12 vc_gitem-col vc_gitem-col-align-"><div class="vc_custom_heading vc_gitem-post-data vc_gitem-post-data-source-post_title" ><h4 style="text-align: left" >Woman on Burke County&#8217;s &#8220;Most Wanted&#8221; Arrested on Firearms Warrant</h4></div><div class="vc_custom_heading vc_gitem-post-data vc_gitem-post-data-source-post_excerpt" ><p style="text-align: left" ><p>27-year-old Devon Mae Weaver of Walker Lane in Morganton was arrested on the Fourth of July by Burke County Sheriff’s Officers on an outstanding Burke County warrant for felony possession&hellip;</p> </p></div><div class="vc_btn3-container vc_btn3-left"><a class="vc_general vc_btn3 vc_btn3-size-md vc_btn3-shape-rounded vc_btn3-style-flat vc_btn3-color-juicy-pink" a href="https://whky.com/woman-on-burke-countys-most-wanted-arrested-on-firearms-warrant/" class="vc_gitem-link vc_general vc_btn3 vc_general vc_btn3 vc_btn3-size-md vc_btn3-shape-rounded vc_btn3-style-flat vc_btn3-color-juicy-pink" title="Read more">Read more</a></div></div></div></div></div></div><div class="vc_clearfix"></div></div><div class="vc_grid-item vc_clearfix vc_col-sm-3 vc_grid-item-zone-c-bottom"><div class="vc_grid-item-mini vc_clearfix "><div class="vc_gitem-animated-block" ><div class="vc_gitem-zone vc_gitem-zone-a vc-gitem-zone-height-mode-auto vc-gitem-zone-height-mode-auto-1-1 vc_gitem-is-link" style="background-image: url('https://whky.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/07/IMG_0763.jpeg') !important;"><a href="https://whky.com/woman-found-deceased-at-lodging-establishment-suspect-sought/" title="Woman Found Deceased At Lodging Establishment, Suspect Sought" class="vc_gitem-link vc-zone-link" ></a><img class="vc_gitem-zone-img" src="https://whky.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/07/IMG_0763.jpeg" alt="Woman Found Deceased At Lodging Establishment, Suspect Sought" loading="lazy"><div class="vc_gitem-zone-mini"></div></div></div><div class="vc_gitem-zone vc_gitem-zone-c vc_custom_1419240516480"><div class="vc_gitem-zone-mini"><div class="vc_gitem_row vc_row vc_gitem-row-position-top"><div class="vc_col-sm-12 vc_gitem-col vc_gitem-col-align-"><div class="vc_custom_heading vc_gitem-post-data vc_gitem-post-data-source-post_title" ><h4 style="text-align: left" >Woman Found Deceased At Lodging Establishment, Suspect Sought</h4></div><div class="vc_custom_heading vc_gitem-post-data vc_gitem-post-data-source-post_excerpt" ><p style="text-align: left" ><p>Hickory Police are investigating a homicide and a suspect has been identified. At approximately 6:40 p.m. on Friday (July 4) Hickory Police Officers responded to the report of an unresponsive&hellip;</p> </p></div><div class="vc_btn3-container vc_btn3-left"><a class="vc_general vc_btn3 vc_btn3-size-md vc_btn3-shape-rounded vc_btn3-style-flat vc_btn3-color-juicy-pink" a href="https://whky.com/woman-found-deceased-at-lodging-establishment-suspect-sought/" class="vc_gitem-link vc_general vc_btn3 vc_general vc_btn3 vc_btn3-size-md vc_btn3-shape-rounded vc_btn3-style-flat vc_btn3-color-juicy-pink" title="Read more">Read more</a></div></div></div></div></div></div><div class="vc_clearfix"></div></div><div class="vc_grid-item vc_clearfix vc_col-sm-3 vc_grid-item-zone-c-bottom"><div class="vc_grid-item-mini vc_clearfix "><div class="vc_gitem-animated-block" ><div class="vc_gitem-zone vc_gitem-zone-a vc-gitem-zone-height-mode-auto vc-gitem-zone-height-mode-auto-1-1 vc_gitem-is-link" style="background-image: url('https://whky.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/07/IMG_0681.jpeg') !important;"><a href="https://whky.com/woman-killed-in-hickory-crash-charges-filed/" title="Woman Killed In Hickory Crash, Charges Filed" class="vc_gitem-link vc-zone-link" ></a><img class="vc_gitem-zone-img" src="https://whky.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/07/IMG_0681.jpeg" alt="Woman Killed In Hickory Crash, Charges Filed" loading="lazy"><div class="vc_gitem-zone-mini"></div></div></div><div class="vc_gitem-zone vc_gitem-zone-c vc_custom_1419240516480"><div class="vc_gitem-zone-mini"><div class="vc_gitem_row vc_row vc_gitem-row-position-top"><div class="vc_col-sm-12 vc_gitem-col vc_gitem-col-align-"><div class="vc_custom_heading vc_gitem-post-data vc_gitem-post-data-source-post_title" ><h4 style="text-align: left" >Woman Killed In Hickory Crash, Charges Filed</h4></div><div class="vc_custom_heading vc_gitem-post-data vc_gitem-post-data-source-post_excerpt" ><p style="text-align: left" ><p>A Burke County woman was killed in a crash in Hickory. The deceased is 26-year-old Jeana Rose Lane of Morganton. Charges have been filed in connection to the collision.  On&hellip;</p> </p></div><div class="vc_btn3-container vc_btn3-left"><a class="vc_general vc_btn3 vc_btn3-size-md vc_btn3-shape-rounded vc_btn3-style-flat vc_btn3-color-juicy-pink" a href="https://whky.com/woman-killed-in-hickory-crash-charges-filed/" class="vc_gitem-link vc_general vc_btn3 vc_general vc_btn3 vc_btn3-size-md vc_btn3-shape-rounded vc_btn3-style-flat vc_btn3-color-juicy-pink" title="Read more">Read more</a></div></div></div></div></div></div><div class="vc_clearfix"></div></div><div class="vc_grid-item vc_clearfix vc_col-sm-3 vc_grid-item-zone-c-bottom"><div class="vc_grid-item-mini vc_clearfix "><div class="vc_gitem-animated-block" ><div class="vc_gitem-zone vc_gitem-zone-a vc-gitem-zone-height-mode-auto vc-gitem-zone-height-mode-auto-1-1 vc_gitem-is-link" style="background-image: url('https://whky.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/07/Maxwell-and-Cortez-Combo-Pic-070225.jpg') !important;"><a href="https://whky.com/authorities-seek-wanted-suspects/" title="Authorities Seek Wanted Suspects" class="vc_gitem-link vc-zone-link" ></a><img class="vc_gitem-zone-img" src="https://whky.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/07/Maxwell-and-Cortez-Combo-Pic-070225.jpg" alt="Authorities Seek Wanted Suspects" loading="lazy"><div class="vc_gitem-zone-mini"></div></div></div><div class="vc_gitem-zone vc_gitem-zone-c vc_custom_1419240516480"><div class="vc_gitem-zone-mini"><div class="vc_gitem_row vc_row vc_gitem-row-position-top"><div class="vc_col-sm-12 vc_gitem-col vc_gitem-col-align-"><div class="vc_custom_heading vc_gitem-post-data vc_gitem-post-data-source-post_title" ><h4 style="text-align: left" >Authorities Seek Wanted Suspects</h4></div><div class="vc_custom_heading vc_gitem-post-data vc_gitem-post-data-source-post_excerpt" ><p style="text-align: left" ><p>Wanted suspects are being sought in Iredell County. The current list includes a man who lists a Catawba County address. 35-year-old Clayton Dean Maxwell is being sought for felony counts&hellip;</p> </p></div><div class="vc_btn3-container vc_btn3-left"><a class="vc_general vc_btn3 vc_btn3-size-md vc_btn3-shape-rounded vc_btn3-style-flat vc_btn3-color-juicy-pink" a href="https://whky.com/authorities-seek-wanted-suspects/" class="vc_gitem-link vc_general vc_btn3 vc_general vc_btn3 vc_btn3-size-md vc_btn3-shape-rounded vc_btn3-style-flat vc_btn3-color-juicy-pink" title="Read more">Read more</a></div></div></div></div></div></div><div class="vc_clearfix"></div></div><div class="vc_grid-item vc_clearfix vc_col-sm-3 vc_grid-item-zone-c-bottom"><div class="vc_grid-item-mini vc_clearfix "><div class="vc_gitem-animated-block" ><div class="vc_gitem-zone vc_gitem-zone-a vc-gitem-zone-height-mode-auto vc-gitem-zone-height-mode-auto-1-1 vc_gitem-is-link" style="background-image: url('https://whky.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/07/Packer-Charles-Vincent-Jr-070325.jpg') !important;"><a href="https://whky.com/taylorsville-man-charged-in-connection-with-ellendale-break-ins/" title="Taylorsville Man Charged in Connection with Ellendale Break-Ins" class="vc_gitem-link vc-zone-link" ></a><img class="vc_gitem-zone-img" src="https://whky.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/07/Packer-Charles-Vincent-Jr-070325.jpg" alt="Taylorsville Man Charged in Connection with Ellendale Break-Ins" loading="lazy"><div class="vc_gitem-zone-mini"></div></div></div><div class="vc_gitem-zone vc_gitem-zone-c vc_custom_1419240516480"><div class="vc_gitem-zone-mini"><div class="vc_gitem_row vc_row vc_gitem-row-position-top"><div class="vc_col-sm-12 vc_gitem-col vc_gitem-col-align-"><div class="vc_custom_heading vc_gitem-post-data vc_gitem-post-data-source-post_title" ><h4 style="text-align: left" >Taylorsville Man Charged in Connection with Ellendale Break-Ins</h4></div><div class="vc_custom_heading vc_gitem-post-data vc_gitem-post-data-source-post_excerpt" ><p style="text-align: left" ><p>54-year-old Charles Vincent Packer, Jr. of Taylorsville was arrested on July 2 by Alexander County Sheriff’s Officers on four counts of felony breaking &amp; entering and two counts of larceny&hellip;</p> </p></div><div class="vc_btn3-container vc_btn3-left"><a class="vc_general vc_btn3 vc_btn3-size-md vc_btn3-shape-rounded vc_btn3-style-flat vc_btn3-color-juicy-pink" a href="https://whky.com/taylorsville-man-charged-in-connection-with-ellendale-break-ins/" class="vc_gitem-link vc_general vc_btn3 vc_general vc_btn3 vc_btn3-size-md vc_btn3-shape-rounded vc_btn3-style-flat vc_btn3-color-juicy-pink" title="Read more">Read more</a></div></div></div></div></div></div><div class="vc_clearfix"></div></div><div class="vc_grid-item vc_clearfix vc_col-sm-3 vc_grid-item-zone-c-bottom"><div class="vc_grid-item-mini vc_clearfix "><div class="vc_gitem-animated-block" ><div class="vc_gitem-zone vc_gitem-zone-a vc-gitem-zone-height-mode-auto vc-gitem-zone-height-mode-auto-1-1 vc_gitem-is-link" style="background-image: url('https://whky.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/07/Dunn-and-Smith-combo-070325.jpg') !important;"><a href="https://whky.com/two-convicted-of-theft-of-firearms-other-items/" title="Two Convicted of Theft of Firearms &#038; Other Items" class="vc_gitem-link vc-zone-link" ></a><img class="vc_gitem-zone-img" src="https://whky.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/07/Dunn-and-Smith-combo-070325.jpg" alt="Two Convicted of Theft of Firearms & Other Items" loading="lazy"><div class="vc_gitem-zone-mini"></div></div></div><div class="vc_gitem-zone vc_gitem-zone-c vc_custom_1419240516480"><div class="vc_gitem-zone-mini"><div class="vc_gitem_row vc_row vc_gitem-row-position-top"><div class="vc_col-sm-12 vc_gitem-col vc_gitem-col-align-"><div class="vc_custom_heading vc_gitem-post-data vc_gitem-post-data-source-post_title" ><h4 style="text-align: left" >Two Convicted of Theft of Firearms &#038; Other Items</h4></div><div class="vc_custom_heading vc_gitem-post-data vc_gitem-post-data-source-post_excerpt" ><p style="text-align: left" ><p>Marc Eugene Dunn II and Kristen Paige Smith have both been convicted in Burke County Superior Court in connection with the theft of firearms and other items. Dunn was convicted&hellip;</p> </p></div><div class="vc_btn3-container vc_btn3-left"><a class="vc_general vc_btn3 vc_btn3-size-md vc_btn3-shape-rounded vc_btn3-style-flat vc_btn3-color-juicy-pink" a href="https://whky.com/two-convicted-of-theft-of-firearms-other-items/" class="vc_gitem-link vc_general vc_btn3 vc_general vc_btn3 vc_btn3-size-md vc_btn3-shape-rounded vc_btn3-style-flat vc_btn3-color-juicy-pink" title="Read more">Read more</a></div></div></div></div></div></div><div class="vc_clearfix"></div></div><div class="vc_grid-item vc_clearfix vc_col-sm-3 vc_grid-item-zone-c-bottom"><div class="vc_grid-item-mini vc_clearfix "><div class="vc_gitem-animated-block" ><div class="vc_gitem-zone vc_gitem-zone-a vc-gitem-zone-height-mode-auto vc-gitem-zone-height-mode-auto-1-1 vc_gitem-is-link" style="background-image: url('https://whky.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/07/Teague-Tracey-Diane-070325.jpg') !important;"><a href="https://whky.com/woman-on-burke-countys-most-wanted-list-since-april-arrested/" title="Woman on Burke County&#8217;s &#8220;Most Wanted&#8221; List Since April Arrested" class="vc_gitem-link vc-zone-link" ></a><img class="vc_gitem-zone-img" src="https://whky.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/07/Teague-Tracey-Diane-070325.jpg" alt="Woman on Burke County's "Most Wanted" List Since April Arrested" loading="lazy"><div class="vc_gitem-zone-mini"></div></div></div><div class="vc_gitem-zone vc_gitem-zone-c vc_custom_1419240516480"><div class="vc_gitem-zone-mini"><div class="vc_gitem_row vc_row vc_gitem-row-position-top"><div class="vc_col-sm-12 vc_gitem-col vc_gitem-col-align-"><div class="vc_custom_heading vc_gitem-post-data vc_gitem-post-data-source-post_title" ><h4 style="text-align: left" >Woman on Burke County&#8217;s &#8220;Most Wanted&#8221; List Since April Arrested</h4></div><div class="vc_custom_heading vc_gitem-post-data vc_gitem-post-data-source-post_excerpt" ><p style="text-align: left" ><p>32-year-old Tracey Diane Teague of Tom Smith Avenue in Connelly Springs has been arrested for felony maintaining a vehicle, dwelling, or place for a controlled substance. Teague was also charged&hellip;</p> </p></div><div class="vc_btn3-container vc_btn3-left"><a class="vc_general vc_btn3 vc_btn3-size-md vc_btn3-shape-rounded vc_btn3-style-flat vc_btn3-color-juicy-pink" a href="https://whky.com/woman-on-burke-countys-most-wanted-list-since-april-arrested/" class="vc_gitem-link vc_general vc_btn3 vc_general vc_btn3 vc_btn3-size-md vc_btn3-shape-rounded vc_btn3-style-flat vc_btn3-color-juicy-pink" title="Read more">Read more</a></div></div></div></div></div></div><div class="vc_clearfix"></div></div><div class="vc_grid-item vc_clearfix vc_col-sm-3 vc_grid-item-zone-c-bottom"><div class="vc_grid-item-mini vc_clearfix "><div class="vc_gitem-animated-block" ><div class="vc_gitem-zone vc_gitem-zone-a vc-gitem-zone-height-mode-auto vc-gitem-zone-height-mode-auto-1-1 vc_gitem-is-link" style="background-image: url('https://whky.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/07/Terrell-Michelle-Denise-070325.jpg') !important;"><a href="https://whky.com/hickory-woman-faces-catawba-iredell-county-drug-charges/" title="Hickory Woman Faces Catawba &#038; Iredell County Drug Charges" class="vc_gitem-link vc-zone-link" ></a><img class="vc_gitem-zone-img" src="https://whky.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/07/Terrell-Michelle-Denise-070325.jpg" alt="Hickory Woman Faces Catawba & Iredell County Drug Charges" loading="lazy"><div class="vc_gitem-zone-mini"></div></div></div><div class="vc_gitem-zone vc_gitem-zone-c vc_custom_1419240516480"><div class="vc_gitem-zone-mini"><div class="vc_gitem_row vc_row vc_gitem-row-position-top"><div class="vc_col-sm-12 vc_gitem-col vc_gitem-col-align-"><div class="vc_custom_heading vc_gitem-post-data vc_gitem-post-data-source-post_title" ><h4 style="text-align: left" >Hickory Woman Faces Catawba &#038; Iredell County Drug Charges</h4></div><div class="vc_custom_heading vc_gitem-post-data vc_gitem-post-data-source-post_excerpt" ><p style="text-align: left" ><p>39-year-old Michelle Denise Terrell of Jolly Circle SW in Hickory was arrested Wednesday (July 2) by Hickory Police Officers. She&#8217;s charged in Catawba County with felony possession of schedule II&hellip;</p> </p></div><div class="vc_btn3-container vc_btn3-left"><a class="vc_general vc_btn3 vc_btn3-size-md vc_btn3-shape-rounded vc_btn3-style-flat vc_btn3-color-juicy-pink" a href="https://whky.com/hickory-woman-faces-catawba-iredell-county-drug-charges/" class="vc_gitem-link vc_general vc_btn3 vc_general vc_btn3 vc_btn3-size-md vc_btn3-shape-rounded vc_btn3-style-flat vc_btn3-color-juicy-pink" title="Read more">Read more</a></div></div></div></div></div></div><div class="vc_clearfix"></div></div><div class="vc_grid-item vc_clearfix vc_col-sm-3 vc_grid-item-zone-c-bottom"><div class="vc_grid-item-mini vc_clearfix "><div class="vc_gitem-animated-block" ><div class="vc_gitem-zone vc_gitem-zone-a vc-gitem-zone-height-mode-auto vc-gitem-zone-height-mode-auto-1-1 vc_gitem-is-link" style="background-image: url('https://whky.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/07/Driggers-Sami-Price-070225.jpg') !important;"><a href="https://whky.com/more-details-released-in-connection-to-case-involving-drug-charges-reported-break-in/" title="More Details Released In Connection To Case Involving Drug Charges, Reported Break-in" class="vc_gitem-link vc-zone-link" ></a><img class="vc_gitem-zone-img" src="https://whky.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/07/Driggers-Sami-Price-070225.jpg" alt="More Details Released In Connection To Case Involving Drug Charges, Reported Break-in" loading="lazy"><div class="vc_gitem-zone-mini"></div></div></div><div class="vc_gitem-zone vc_gitem-zone-c vc_custom_1419240516480"><div class="vc_gitem-zone-mini"><div class="vc_gitem_row vc_row vc_gitem-row-position-top"><div class="vc_col-sm-12 vc_gitem-col vc_gitem-col-align-"><div class="vc_custom_heading vc_gitem-post-data vc_gitem-post-data-source-post_title" ><h4 style="text-align: left" >More Details Released In Connection To Case Involving Drug Charges, Reported Break-in</h4></div><div class="vc_custom_heading vc_gitem-post-data vc_gitem-post-data-source-post_excerpt" ><p style="text-align: left" ><p>52-year-old Sami Price Driggers of Bach Drive in Sherrills Ford was arrested Tuesday (July 1) by Hickory Police Officers. He’s charged with felony possession of schedule II controlled substance, possession&hellip;</p> </p></div><div class="vc_btn3-container vc_btn3-left"><a class="vc_general vc_btn3 vc_btn3-size-md vc_btn3-shape-rounded vc_btn3-style-flat vc_btn3-color-juicy-pink" a href="https://whky.com/more-details-released-in-connection-to-case-involving-drug-charges-reported-break-in/" class="vc_gitem-link vc_general vc_btn3 vc_general vc_btn3 vc_btn3-size-md vc_btn3-shape-rounded vc_btn3-style-flat vc_btn3-color-juicy-pink" title="Read more">Read more</a></div></div></div></div></div></div><div class="vc_clearfix"></div></div><div class="vc_grid-item vc_clearfix vc_col-sm-3 vc_grid-item-zone-c-bottom"><div class="vc_grid-item-mini vc_clearfix "><div class="vc_gitem-animated-block" ><div class="vc_gitem-zone vc_gitem-zone-a vc-gitem-zone-height-mode-auto vc-gitem-zone-height-mode-auto-1-1 vc_gitem-is-link" style="background-image: url('https://whky.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/07/Shortridge-Peyton-Seth-070225.jpg') !important;"><a href="https://whky.com/man-already-out-on-bond-arrested-on-stolen-vehicle-charge/" title="Man Already Out on Bond Arrested on Stolen Vehicle Charge" class="vc_gitem-link vc-zone-link" ></a><img class="vc_gitem-zone-img" src="https://whky.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/07/Shortridge-Peyton-Seth-070225.jpg" alt="Man Already Out on Bond Arrested on Stolen Vehicle Charge" loading="lazy"><div class="vc_gitem-zone-mini"></div></div></div><div class="vc_gitem-zone vc_gitem-zone-c vc_custom_1419240516480"><div class="vc_gitem-zone-mini"><div class="vc_gitem_row vc_row vc_gitem-row-position-top"><div class="vc_col-sm-12 vc_gitem-col vc_gitem-col-align-"><div class="vc_custom_heading vc_gitem-post-data vc_gitem-post-data-source-post_title" ><h4 style="text-align: left" >Man Already Out on Bond Arrested on Stolen Vehicle Charge</h4></div><div class="vc_custom_heading vc_gitem-post-data vc_gitem-post-data-source-post_excerpt" ><p style="text-align: left" ><p>26-year-old Peyton Seth Shortridge of Cedarvale Drive in Harmony has been arrested by Iredell County Sheriff’s Officers on one felony count of larceny of a motor vehicle. On June 24,&hellip;</p> </p></div><div class="vc_btn3-container vc_btn3-left"><a class="vc_general vc_btn3 vc_btn3-size-md vc_btn3-shape-rounded vc_btn3-style-flat vc_btn3-color-juicy-pink" a href="https://whky.com/man-already-out-on-bond-arrested-on-stolen-vehicle-charge/" class="vc_gitem-link vc_general vc_btn3 vc_general vc_btn3 vc_btn3-size-md vc_btn3-shape-rounded vc_btn3-style-flat vc_btn3-color-juicy-pink" title="Read more">Read more</a></div></div></div></div></div></div><div class="vc_clearfix"></div></div><div class="vc_grid-item vc_clearfix vc_col-sm-3 vc_grid-item-zone-c-bottom"><div class="vc_grid-item-mini vc_clearfix "><div class="vc_gitem-animated-block" ><div class="vc_gitem-zone vc_gitem-zone-a vc-gitem-zone-height-mode-auto vc-gitem-zone-height-mode-auto-1-1 vc_gitem-is-link" style="background-image: url('https://whky.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/07/Driggers-Sami-Price-070225.jpg') !important;"><a href="https://whky.com/sherrills-ford-man-jailed-on-drug-charges/" title="Sherrills Ford Man Jailed On Drug Charges" class="vc_gitem-link vc-zone-link" ></a><img class="vc_gitem-zone-img" src="https://whky.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/07/Driggers-Sami-Price-070225.jpg" alt="Sherrills Ford Man Jailed On Drug Charges" loading="lazy"><div class="vc_gitem-zone-mini"></div></div></div><div class="vc_gitem-zone vc_gitem-zone-c vc_custom_1419240516480"><div class="vc_gitem-zone-mini"><div class="vc_gitem_row vc_row vc_gitem-row-position-top"><div class="vc_col-sm-12 vc_gitem-col vc_gitem-col-align-"><div class="vc_custom_heading vc_gitem-post-data vc_gitem-post-data-source-post_title" ><h4 style="text-align: left" >Sherrills Ford Man Jailed On Drug Charges</h4></div><div class="vc_custom_heading vc_gitem-post-data vc_gitem-post-data-source-post_excerpt" ><p style="text-align: left" ><p>52-year-old Sami Price Driggers of Bach Drive in Sherrills Ford was arrested Tuesday (July 1) by Hickory Police Officers. He&#8217;s charged with felony possession of schedule II controlled substance, possession&hellip;</p> </p></div><div class="vc_btn3-container vc_btn3-left"><a class="vc_general vc_btn3 vc_btn3-size-md vc_btn3-shape-rounded vc_btn3-style-flat vc_btn3-color-juicy-pink" a href="https://whky.com/sherrills-ford-man-jailed-on-drug-charges/" class="vc_gitem-link vc_general vc_btn3 vc_general vc_btn3 vc_btn3-size-md vc_btn3-shape-rounded vc_btn3-style-flat vc_btn3-color-juicy-pink" title="Read more">Read more</a></div></div></div></div></div></div><div class="vc_clearfix"></div></div><div class="vc_grid-item vc_clearfix vc_col-sm-3 vc_grid-item-zone-c-bottom"><div class="vc_grid-item-mini vc_clearfix "><div class="vc_gitem-animated-block" ><div class="vc_gitem-zone vc_gitem-zone-a vc-gitem-zone-height-mode-auto vc-gitem-zone-height-mode-auto-1-1 vc_gitem-is-link" style="background-image: url('https://whky.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/07/Goble-Ashley-Wayne-070225.jpg') !important;"><a href="https://whky.com/conover-man-arrested-on-2023-warrants-charging-him-with-firearm-offenses/" title="Conover Man Arrested On 2023 Warrants Charging Him With Firearm Offenses" class="vc_gitem-link vc-zone-link" ></a><img class="vc_gitem-zone-img" src="https://whky.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/07/Goble-Ashley-Wayne-070225.jpg" alt="Conover Man Arrested On 2023 Warrants Charging Him With Firearm Offenses" loading="lazy"><div class="vc_gitem-zone-mini"></div></div></div><div class="vc_gitem-zone vc_gitem-zone-c vc_custom_1419240516480"><div class="vc_gitem-zone-mini"><div class="vc_gitem_row vc_row vc_gitem-row-position-top"><div class="vc_col-sm-12 vc_gitem-col vc_gitem-col-align-"><div class="vc_custom_heading vc_gitem-post-data vc_gitem-post-data-source-post_title" ><h4 style="text-align: left" >Conover Man Arrested On 2023 Warrants Charging Him With Firearm Offenses</h4></div><div class="vc_custom_heading vc_gitem-post-data vc_gitem-post-data-source-post_excerpt" ><p style="text-align: left" ><p>42-year-old Ashley Wayne Goble of Springs Road in Conover was arrested Tuesday (July 1) by Catawba County Sheriff&#8217;s Officers. He&#8217;s charged with larceny of a firearm, possession of a firearm&hellip;</p> </p></div><div class="vc_btn3-container vc_btn3-left"><a class="vc_general vc_btn3 vc_btn3-size-md vc_btn3-shape-rounded vc_btn3-style-flat vc_btn3-color-juicy-pink" a href="https://whky.com/conover-man-arrested-on-2023-warrants-charging-him-with-firearm-offenses/" class="vc_gitem-link vc_general vc_btn3 vc_general vc_btn3 vc_btn3-size-md vc_btn3-shape-rounded vc_btn3-style-flat vc_btn3-color-juicy-pink" title="Read more">Read more</a></div></div></div></div></div></div><div class="vc_clearfix"></div></div><div class="vc_grid-item vc_clearfix vc_col-sm-3 vc_grid-item-zone-c-bottom"><div class="vc_grid-item-mini vc_clearfix "><div class="vc_gitem-animated-block" ><div class="vc_gitem-zone vc_gitem-zone-a vc-gitem-zone-height-mode-auto vc-gitem-zone-height-mode-auto-1-1 vc_gitem-is-link" style="background-image: url('https://whky.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/07/Eckhoff-Chase-Alexander-070225.jpg') !important;"><a href="https://whky.com/hickory-man-charged-with-string-of-offenses-in-three-counties/" title="Hickory Man Charged With String Of Offenses In Three Counties" class="vc_gitem-link vc-zone-link" ></a><img class="vc_gitem-zone-img" src="https://whky.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/07/Eckhoff-Chase-Alexander-070225.jpg" alt="Hickory Man Charged With String Of Offenses In Three Counties" loading="lazy"><div class="vc_gitem-zone-mini"></div></div></div><div class="vc_gitem-zone vc_gitem-zone-c vc_custom_1419240516480"><div class="vc_gitem-zone-mini"><div class="vc_gitem_row vc_row vc_gitem-row-position-top"><div class="vc_col-sm-12 vc_gitem-col vc_gitem-col-align-"><div class="vc_custom_heading vc_gitem-post-data vc_gitem-post-data-source-post_title" ><h4 style="text-align: left" >Hickory Man Charged With String Of Offenses In Three Counties</h4></div><div class="vc_custom_heading vc_gitem-post-data vc_gitem-post-data-source-post_excerpt" ><p style="text-align: left" ><p>29-year-old Chase Alexander Eckhoff of 20th Avenue NW in Hickory was arrested by Catawba County Sheriff&#8217;s Officers. He&#8217;s charged with multiple offenses in three counties. In Catawba County, the charges&hellip;</p> </p></div><div class="vc_btn3-container vc_btn3-left"><a class="vc_general vc_btn3 vc_btn3-size-md vc_btn3-shape-rounded vc_btn3-style-flat vc_btn3-color-juicy-pink" a href="https://whky.com/hickory-man-charged-with-string-of-offenses-in-three-counties/" class="vc_gitem-link vc_general vc_btn3 vc_general vc_btn3 vc_btn3-size-md vc_btn3-shape-rounded vc_btn3-style-flat vc_btn3-color-juicy-pink" title="Read more">Read more</a></div></div></div></div></div></div><div class="vc_clearfix"></div></div><div class="vc_grid-item vc_clearfix vc_col-sm-3 vc_grid-item-zone-c-bottom"><div class="vc_grid-item-mini vc_clearfix "><div class="vc_gitem-animated-block" ><div class="vc_gitem-zone vc_gitem-zone-a vc-gitem-zone-height-mode-auto vc-gitem-zone-height-mode-auto-1-1 vc_gitem-is-link" style="background-image: url('https://whky.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/07/Santos-Nancy-Elizabeth-Katelane-070225.jpg') !important;"><a href="https://whky.com/hickory-woman-charged-with-drug-offenses-2/" title="Hickory Woman Charged With Drug Offenses" class="vc_gitem-link vc-zone-link" ></a><img class="vc_gitem-zone-img" src="https://whky.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/07/Santos-Nancy-Elizabeth-Katelane-070225.jpg" alt="Hickory Woman Charged With Drug Offenses" loading="lazy"><div class="vc_gitem-zone-mini"></div></div></div><div class="vc_gitem-zone vc_gitem-zone-c vc_custom_1419240516480"><div class="vc_gitem-zone-mini"><div class="vc_gitem_row vc_row vc_gitem-row-position-top"><div class="vc_col-sm-12 vc_gitem-col vc_gitem-col-align-"><div class="vc_custom_heading vc_gitem-post-data vc_gitem-post-data-source-post_title" ><h4 style="text-align: left" >Hickory Woman Charged With Drug Offenses</h4></div><div class="vc_custom_heading vc_gitem-post-data vc_gitem-post-data-source-post_excerpt" ><p style="text-align: left" ><p>26-year-old Nancy Elizabeth Katelane Santos of 3rd Street in Hickory was arrested by Hickory Police Officers. She&#8217;s charged with felony possession of schedule I controlled substance, misdemeanor larceny, possession of&hellip;</p> </p></div><div class="vc_btn3-container vc_btn3-left"><a class="vc_general vc_btn3 vc_btn3-size-md vc_btn3-shape-rounded vc_btn3-style-flat vc_btn3-color-juicy-pink" a href="https://whky.com/hickory-woman-charged-with-drug-offenses-2/" class="vc_gitem-link vc_general vc_btn3 vc_general vc_btn3 vc_btn3-size-md vc_btn3-shape-rounded vc_btn3-style-flat vc_btn3-color-juicy-pink" title="Read more">Read more</a></div></div></div></div></div></div><div class="vc_clearfix"></div></div><div class="vc_grid-item vc_clearfix vc_col-sm-3 vc_grid-item-zone-c-bottom"><div class="vc_grid-item-mini vc_clearfix "><div class="vc_gitem-animated-block" ><div class="vc_gitem-zone vc_gitem-zone-a vc-gitem-zone-height-mode-auto vc-gitem-zone-height-mode-auto-1-1 vc_gitem-is-link" style="background-image: url('https://whky.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/07/Young-Kutina-070125.jpg') !important;"><a href="https://whky.com/newton-woman-jailed-for-exploitation-of-elderly-or-disabled/" title="Newton Woman Jailed for Exploitation of Elderly or Disabled" class="vc_gitem-link vc-zone-link" ></a><img class="vc_gitem-zone-img" src="https://whky.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/07/Young-Kutina-070125.jpg" alt="Newton Woman Jailed for Exploitation of Elderly or Disabled" loading="lazy"><div class="vc_gitem-zone-mini"></div></div></div><div class="vc_gitem-zone vc_gitem-zone-c vc_custom_1419240516480"><div class="vc_gitem-zone-mini"><div class="vc_gitem_row vc_row vc_gitem-row-position-top"><div class="vc_col-sm-12 vc_gitem-col vc_gitem-col-align-"><div class="vc_custom_heading vc_gitem-post-data vc_gitem-post-data-source-post_title" ><h4 style="text-align: left" >Newton Woman Jailed for Exploitation of Elderly or Disabled</h4></div><div class="vc_custom_heading vc_gitem-post-data vc_gitem-post-data-source-post_excerpt" ><p style="text-align: left" ><p>52-year-old Kutina Young of South Ervin Avenue in Newton has been arrested by Newton Police on charges of exploitation of a disabled or elder adult through a position of trust&hellip;</p> </p></div><div class="vc_btn3-container vc_btn3-left"><a class="vc_general vc_btn3 vc_btn3-size-md vc_btn3-shape-rounded vc_btn3-style-flat vc_btn3-color-juicy-pink" a href="https://whky.com/newton-woman-jailed-for-exploitation-of-elderly-or-disabled/" class="vc_gitem-link vc_general vc_btn3 vc_general vc_btn3 vc_btn3-size-md vc_btn3-shape-rounded vc_btn3-style-flat vc_btn3-color-juicy-pink" title="Read more">Read more</a></div></div></div></div></div></div><div class="vc_clearfix"></div></div><div class="vc_grid-item vc_clearfix vc_col-sm-3 vc_grid-item-zone-c-bottom"><div class="vc_grid-item-mini vc_clearfix "><div class="vc_gitem-animated-block" ><div class="vc_gitem-zone vc_gitem-zone-a vc-gitem-zone-height-mode-auto vc-gitem-zone-height-mode-auto-1-1 vc_gitem-is-link" style="background-image: url('https://whky.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/07/Albright-Bobby-Lee-Jr-070125.jpg') !important;"><a href="https://whky.com/winston-salem-man-charged-with-catawba-county-drug-offenses/" title="Winston-Salem Man Charged With Catawba County Drug Offenses" class="vc_gitem-link vc-zone-link" ></a><img class="vc_gitem-zone-img" src="https://whky.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/07/Albright-Bobby-Lee-Jr-070125.jpg" alt="Winston-Salem Man Charged With Catawba County Drug Offenses" loading="lazy"><div class="vc_gitem-zone-mini"></div></div></div><div class="vc_gitem-zone vc_gitem-zone-c vc_custom_1419240516480"><div class="vc_gitem-zone-mini"><div class="vc_gitem_row vc_row vc_gitem-row-position-top"><div class="vc_col-sm-12 vc_gitem-col vc_gitem-col-align-"><div class="vc_custom_heading vc_gitem-post-data vc_gitem-post-data-source-post_title" ><h4 style="text-align: left" >Winston-Salem Man Charged With Catawba County Drug Offenses</h4></div><div class="vc_custom_heading vc_gitem-post-data vc_gitem-post-data-source-post_excerpt" ><p style="text-align: left" ><p>38-year-old Bobby Lee Albright, Jr. of Winston-Salem was arrested Saturday (June 28) by Hickory Police Officers. He&#8217;s charged with possession with intent to manufacture, sell, and deliver cocaine and marijuana,&hellip;</p> </p></div><div class="vc_btn3-container vc_btn3-left"><a class="vc_general vc_btn3 vc_btn3-size-md vc_btn3-shape-rounded vc_btn3-style-flat vc_btn3-color-juicy-pink" a href="https://whky.com/winston-salem-man-charged-with-catawba-county-drug-offenses/" class="vc_gitem-link vc_general vc_btn3 vc_general vc_btn3 vc_btn3-size-md vc_btn3-shape-rounded vc_btn3-style-flat vc_btn3-color-juicy-pink" title="Read more">Read more</a></div></div></div></div></div></div><div class="vc_clearfix"></div></div><div class="vc_grid-item vc_clearfix vc_col-sm-3 vc_grid-item-zone-c-bottom"><div class="vc_grid-item-mini vc_clearfix "><div class="vc_gitem-animated-block" ><div class="vc_gitem-zone vc_gitem-zone-a vc-gitem-zone-height-mode-auto vc-gitem-zone-height-mode-auto-1-1 vc_gitem-is-link" style="background-image: url('https://whky.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/07/Bovee-Ashton-Zachary-070125.jpg') !important;"><a href="https://whky.com/statesville-man-arrested-by-hickory-pd-on-strangulation-domestic-violence-charges/" title="Statesville Man Arrested By Hickory PD On Strangulation, Domestic Violence Charges" class="vc_gitem-link vc-zone-link" ></a><img class="vc_gitem-zone-img" src="https://whky.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/07/Bovee-Ashton-Zachary-070125.jpg" alt="Statesville Man Arrested By Hickory PD On Strangulation, Domestic Violence Charges" loading="lazy"><div class="vc_gitem-zone-mini"></div></div></div><div class="vc_gitem-zone vc_gitem-zone-c vc_custom_1419240516480"><div class="vc_gitem-zone-mini"><div class="vc_gitem_row vc_row vc_gitem-row-position-top"><div class="vc_col-sm-12 vc_gitem-col vc_gitem-col-align-"><div class="vc_custom_heading vc_gitem-post-data vc_gitem-post-data-source-post_title" ><h4 style="text-align: left" >Statesville Man Arrested By Hickory PD On Strangulation, Domestic Violence Charges</h4></div><div class="vc_custom_heading vc_gitem-post-data vc_gitem-post-data-source-post_excerpt" ><p style="text-align: left" ><p>26-year-old Ashton Zachary Bovee of Jost Street in Statesville was arrested by Hickory Police Officers. He&#8217;s charged with assault by strangulation, assault on a female, misdemeanor crime of domestic violence,&hellip;</p> </p></div><div class="vc_btn3-container vc_btn3-left"><a class="vc_general vc_btn3 vc_btn3-size-md vc_btn3-shape-rounded vc_btn3-style-flat vc_btn3-color-juicy-pink" a href="https://whky.com/statesville-man-arrested-by-hickory-pd-on-strangulation-domestic-violence-charges/" class="vc_gitem-link vc_general vc_btn3 vc_general vc_btn3 vc_btn3-size-md vc_btn3-shape-rounded vc_btn3-style-flat vc_btn3-color-juicy-pink" title="Read more">Read more</a></div></div></div></div></div></div><div class="vc_clearfix"></div></div><div class="vc_grid-item vc_clearfix vc_col-sm-3 vc_grid-item-zone-c-bottom"><div class="vc_grid-item-mini vc_clearfix "><div class="vc_gitem-animated-block" ><div class="vc_gitem-zone vc_gitem-zone-a vc-gitem-zone-height-mode-auto vc-gitem-zone-height-mode-auto-1-1 vc_gitem-is-link" style="background-image: url('https://whky.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/06/Officer-Involved-Shooting-Generic-Graphic-061322.jpg') !important;"><a href="https://whky.com/report-officer-shoots-man-armed-with-knife/" title="Report: Officer Shoots Man Armed with Knife [UPDATE: 5:05 p.m. 07/01/25]" class="vc_gitem-link vc-zone-link" ></a><img class="vc_gitem-zone-img" src="https://whky.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/06/Officer-Involved-Shooting-Generic-Graphic-061322.jpg" alt="Report: Officer Shoots Man Armed with Knife [UPDATE: 5:05 p.m. 07/01/25]" loading="lazy"><div class="vc_gitem-zone-mini"></div></div></div><div class="vc_gitem-zone vc_gitem-zone-c vc_custom_1419240516480"><div class="vc_gitem-zone-mini"><div class="vc_gitem_row vc_row vc_gitem-row-position-top"><div class="vc_col-sm-12 vc_gitem-col vc_gitem-col-align-"><div class="vc_custom_heading vc_gitem-post-data vc_gitem-post-data-source-post_title" ><h4 style="text-align: left" >Report: Officer Shoots Man Armed with Knife [UPDATE: 5:05 p.m. 07/01/25]</h4></div><div class="vc_custom_heading vc_gitem-post-data vc_gitem-post-data-source-post_excerpt" ><p style="text-align: left" ><p>A man armed with a knife was reportedly shot by an Iredell County Sheriff’s Deputy Monday afternoon (June 30). According to our news partner WACB, officers were in the area&hellip;</p> </p></div><div class="vc_btn3-container vc_btn3-left"><a class="vc_general vc_btn3 vc_btn3-size-md vc_btn3-shape-rounded vc_btn3-style-flat vc_btn3-color-juicy-pink" a href="https://whky.com/report-officer-shoots-man-armed-with-knife/" class="vc_gitem-link vc_general vc_btn3 vc_general vc_btn3 vc_btn3-size-md vc_btn3-shape-rounded vc_btn3-style-flat vc_btn3-color-juicy-pink" title="Read more">Read more</a></div></div></div></div></div></div><div class="vc_clearfix"></div></div><div class="vc_grid-item vc_clearfix vc_col-sm-3 vc_grid-item-zone-c-bottom"><div class="vc_grid-item-mini vc_clearfix "><div class="vc_gitem-animated-block" ><div class="vc_gitem-zone vc_gitem-zone-a vc-gitem-zone-height-mode-auto vc-gitem-zone-height-mode-auto-1-1 vc_gitem-is-link" style="background-image: url('https://whky.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/06/IMG_0591.jpeg') !important;"><a href="https://whky.com/suspect-arrested-in-murder-case/" title="Suspect Arrested In Murder Case" class="vc_gitem-link vc-zone-link" ></a><img class="vc_gitem-zone-img" src="https://whky.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/06/IMG_0591.jpeg" alt="Suspect Arrested In Murder Case" loading="lazy"><div class="vc_gitem-zone-mini"></div></div></div><div class="vc_gitem-zone vc_gitem-zone-c vc_custom_1419240516480"><div class="vc_gitem-zone-mini"><div class="vc_gitem_row vc_row vc_gitem-row-position-top"><div class="vc_col-sm-12 vc_gitem-col vc_gitem-col-align-"><div class="vc_custom_heading vc_gitem-post-data vc_gitem-post-data-source-post_title" ><h4 style="text-align: left" >Suspect Arrested In Murder Case</h4></div><div class="vc_custom_heading vc_gitem-post-data vc_gitem-post-data-source-post_excerpt" ><p style="text-align: left" ><p>23-year-old Austin Ty’Kim “Kimbe” Morrison of Statesville was arrested Saturday (June 28) by Statesville Police Officers. He’s charged with murder, larceny of a motor vehicle, felony flee to elude arrest,&hellip;</p> </p></div><div class="vc_btn3-container vc_btn3-left"><a class="vc_general vc_btn3 vc_btn3-size-md vc_btn3-shape-rounded vc_btn3-style-flat vc_btn3-color-juicy-pink" a href="https://whky.com/suspect-arrested-in-murder-case/" class="vc_gitem-link vc_general vc_btn3 vc_general vc_btn3 vc_btn3-size-md vc_btn3-shape-rounded vc_btn3-style-flat vc_btn3-color-juicy-pink" title="Read more">Read more</a></div></div></div></div></div></div><div class="vc_clearfix"></div></div><div class="vc_grid-item vc_clearfix vc_col-sm-3 vc_grid-item-zone-c-bottom"><div class="vc_grid-item-mini vc_clearfix "><div class="vc_gitem-animated-block" ><div class="vc_gitem-zone vc_gitem-zone-a vc-gitem-zone-height-mode-auto vc-gitem-zone-height-mode-auto-1-1 vc_gitem-is-link" style="background-image: url('https://whky.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/06/IMG_0590.jpeg') !important;"><a href="https://whky.com/arrest-made-in-shooting-incident/" title="Arrest Made In Shooting Incident" class="vc_gitem-link vc-zone-link" ></a><img class="vc_gitem-zone-img" src="https://whky.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/06/IMG_0590.jpeg" alt="Arrest Made In Shooting Incident" loading="lazy"><div class="vc_gitem-zone-mini"></div></div></div><div class="vc_gitem-zone vc_gitem-zone-c vc_custom_1419240516480"><div class="vc_gitem-zone-mini"><div class="vc_gitem_row vc_row vc_gitem-row-position-top"><div class="vc_col-sm-12 vc_gitem-col vc_gitem-col-align-"><div class="vc_custom_heading vc_gitem-post-data vc_gitem-post-data-source-post_title" ><h4 style="text-align: left" >Arrest Made In Shooting Incident</h4></div><div class="vc_custom_heading vc_gitem-post-data vc_gitem-post-data-source-post_excerpt" ><p style="text-align: left" ><p>18-year-old Keandre Terrell Cauthen of Statesville was arrested by Statesville Police Officers. He’s charged with discharging a firearm into occupied property and misdemeanor larceny. As WHKY previously reported, on Sunday&hellip;</p> </p></div><div class="vc_btn3-container vc_btn3-left"><a class="vc_general vc_btn3 vc_btn3-size-md vc_btn3-shape-rounded vc_btn3-style-flat vc_btn3-color-juicy-pink" a href="https://whky.com/arrest-made-in-shooting-incident/" class="vc_gitem-link vc_general vc_btn3 vc_general vc_btn3 vc_btn3-size-md vc_btn3-shape-rounded vc_btn3-style-flat vc_btn3-color-juicy-pink" title="Read more">Read more</a></div></div></div></div></div></div><div class="vc_clearfix"></div></div><div class="vc_grid-item vc_clearfix vc_col-sm-3 vc_grid-item-zone-c-bottom"><div class="vc_grid-item-mini vc_clearfix "><div class="vc_gitem-animated-block" ><div class="vc_gitem-zone vc_gitem-zone-a vc-gitem-zone-height-mode-auto vc-gitem-zone-height-mode-auto-1-1 vc_gitem-is-link" style="background-image: url('https://whky.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/12/Morganton-Public-Safety-logo-121924.gif.jpg') !important;"><a href="https://whky.com/firearm-found-at-burke-county-elementary-school/" title="Firearm Found at Burke County Elementary School" class="vc_gitem-link vc-zone-link" ></a><img class="vc_gitem-zone-img" src="https://whky.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/12/Morganton-Public-Safety-logo-121924.gif.jpg" alt="Firearm Found at Burke County Elementary School" loading="lazy"><div class="vc_gitem-zone-mini"></div></div></div><div class="vc_gitem-zone vc_gitem-zone-c vc_custom_1419240516480"><div class="vc_gitem-zone-mini"><div class="vc_gitem_row vc_row vc_gitem-row-position-top"><div class="vc_col-sm-12 vc_gitem-col vc_gitem-col-align-"><div class="vc_custom_heading vc_gitem-post-data vc_gitem-post-data-source-post_title" ><h4 style="text-align: left" >Firearm Found at Burke County Elementary School</h4></div><div class="vc_custom_heading vc_gitem-post-data vc_gitem-post-data-source-post_excerpt" ><p style="text-align: left" ><p>Shortly before 9:30 this morning (June 30), the Morganton Department of Public Safety responded to a call at Mountain View Elementary School on Bouchelle Street in Morganton. When Officers arrived&hellip;</p> </p></div><div class="vc_btn3-container vc_btn3-left"><a class="vc_general vc_btn3 vc_btn3-size-md vc_btn3-shape-rounded vc_btn3-style-flat vc_btn3-color-juicy-pink" a href="https://whky.com/firearm-found-at-burke-county-elementary-school/" class="vc_gitem-link vc_general vc_btn3 vc_general vc_btn3 vc_btn3-size-md vc_btn3-shape-rounded vc_btn3-style-flat vc_btn3-color-juicy-pink" title="Read more">Read more</a></div></div></div></div></div></div><div class="vc_clearfix"></div></div><div class="vc_grid-item vc_clearfix vc_col-sm-3 vc_grid-item-zone-c-bottom"><div class="vc_grid-item-mini vc_clearfix "><div class="vc_gitem-animated-block" ><div class="vc_gitem-zone vc_gitem-zone-a vc-gitem-zone-height-mode-auto vc-gitem-zone-height-mode-auto-1-1 vc_gitem-is-link" style="background-image: url('https://whky.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/06/YnsuelaRodgers-Joshua-Julian-063025.jpg') !important;"><a href="https://whky.com/fugitive-from-georgia-arrested-in-catawba-county/" title="Fugitive from Georgia Arrested in Catawba County" class="vc_gitem-link vc-zone-link" ></a><img class="vc_gitem-zone-img" src="https://whky.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/06/YnsuelaRodgers-Joshua-Julian-063025.jpg" alt="Fugitive from Georgia Arrested in Catawba County" loading="lazy"><div class="vc_gitem-zone-mini"></div></div></div><div class="vc_gitem-zone vc_gitem-zone-c vc_custom_1419240516480"><div class="vc_gitem-zone-mini"><div class="vc_gitem_row vc_row vc_gitem-row-position-top"><div class="vc_col-sm-12 vc_gitem-col vc_gitem-col-align-"><div class="vc_custom_heading vc_gitem-post-data vc_gitem-post-data-source-post_title" ><h4 style="text-align: left" >Fugitive from Georgia Arrested in Catawba County</h4></div><div class="vc_custom_heading vc_gitem-post-data vc_gitem-post-data-source-post_excerpt" ><p style="text-align: left" ><p>24-year-old Joshua Julian Ynsuela-Rodgers of Azaela Road in Sherrills Ford has been arrested by Catawba County Sheriff&#8217;s Officers on a felony warrant as a fugitive awaiting extradition to another state.&hellip;</p> </p></div><div class="vc_btn3-container vc_btn3-left"><a class="vc_general vc_btn3 vc_btn3-size-md vc_btn3-shape-rounded vc_btn3-style-flat vc_btn3-color-juicy-pink" a href="https://whky.com/fugitive-from-georgia-arrested-in-catawba-county/" class="vc_gitem-link vc_general vc_btn3 vc_general vc_btn3 vc_btn3-size-md vc_btn3-shape-rounded vc_btn3-style-flat vc_btn3-color-juicy-pink" title="Read more">Read more</a></div></div></div></div></div></div><div class="vc_clearfix"></div></div><div class="vc_grid-item vc_clearfix vc_col-sm-3 vc_grid-item-zone-c-bottom"><div class="vc_grid-item-mini vc_clearfix "><div class="vc_gitem-animated-block" ><div class="vc_gitem-zone vc_gitem-zone-a vc-gitem-zone-height-mode-auto vc-gitem-zone-height-mode-auto-1-1 vc_gitem-is-link" style="background-image: url('https://whky.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/06/Mecimore-and-Warren-combo-063025.jpg') !important;"><a href="https://whky.com/traffic-stop-leads-to-arrests-of-two-taylorsville-residents/" title="Traffic Stop Leads to Arrests of Two Taylorsville Residents" class="vc_gitem-link vc-zone-link" ></a><img class="vc_gitem-zone-img" src="https://whky.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/06/Mecimore-and-Warren-combo-063025.jpg" alt="Traffic Stop Leads to Arrests of Two Taylorsville Residents" loading="lazy"><div class="vc_gitem-zone-mini"></div></div></div><div class="vc_gitem-zone vc_gitem-zone-c vc_custom_1419240516480"><div class="vc_gitem-zone-mini"><div class="vc_gitem_row vc_row vc_gitem-row-position-top"><div class="vc_col-sm-12 vc_gitem-col vc_gitem-col-align-"><div class="vc_custom_heading vc_gitem-post-data vc_gitem-post-data-source-post_title" ><h4 style="text-align: left" >Traffic Stop Leads to Arrests of Two Taylorsville Residents</h4></div><div class="vc_custom_heading vc_gitem-post-data vc_gitem-post-data-source-post_excerpt" ><p style="text-align: left" ><p>23-year-old Mary Taylor Mecimore and 58-year-old Michael Dwayne Warren, both from Taylorsville, have been arrested by Alexander County Sheriff&#8217;s Officers. They were both charged with possession of drug paraphernalia and&hellip;</p> </p></div><div class="vc_btn3-container vc_btn3-left"><a class="vc_general vc_btn3 vc_btn3-size-md vc_btn3-shape-rounded vc_btn3-style-flat vc_btn3-color-juicy-pink" a href="https://whky.com/traffic-stop-leads-to-arrests-of-two-taylorsville-residents/" class="vc_gitem-link vc_general vc_btn3 vc_general vc_btn3 vc_btn3-size-md vc_btn3-shape-rounded vc_btn3-style-flat vc_btn3-color-juicy-pink" title="Read more">Read more</a></div></div></div></div></div></div><div class="vc_clearfix"></div></div><div class="vc_grid-item vc_clearfix vc_col-sm-3 vc_grid-item-zone-c-bottom"><div class="vc_grid-item-mini vc_clearfix "><div class="vc_gitem-animated-block" ><div class="vc_gitem-zone vc_gitem-zone-a vc-gitem-zone-height-mode-auto vc-gitem-zone-height-mode-auto-1-1 vc_gitem-is-link" style="background-image: url('https://whky.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/06/IMG_0587.png') !important;"><a href="https://whky.com/sbi-announces-arrest-of-man-following-search-at-lenoir-club-house/" title="S.B.I. Announces Arrest of Man Following Search at Lenoir Club House" class="vc_gitem-link vc-zone-link" ></a><img class="vc_gitem-zone-img" src="https://whky.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/06/IMG_0587.png" alt="S.B.I. Announces Arrest of Man Following Search at Lenoir Club House" loading="lazy"><div class="vc_gitem-zone-mini"></div></div></div><div class="vc_gitem-zone vc_gitem-zone-c vc_custom_1419240516480"><div class="vc_gitem-zone-mini"><div class="vc_gitem_row vc_row vc_gitem-row-position-top"><div class="vc_col-sm-12 vc_gitem-col vc_gitem-col-align-"><div class="vc_custom_heading vc_gitem-post-data vc_gitem-post-data-source-post_title" ><h4 style="text-align: left" >S.B.I. Announces Arrest of Man Following Search at Lenoir Club House</h4></div><div class="vc_custom_heading vc_gitem-post-data vc_gitem-post-data-source-post_excerpt" ><p style="text-align: left" ><p>A man has been charged in connection with a search at a club house in Lenoir. 38-year-old Anthony Lee Card was arrested today (June 30) by multiple agencies. He’s charged&hellip;</p> </p></div><div class="vc_btn3-container vc_btn3-left"><a class="vc_general vc_btn3 vc_btn3-size-md vc_btn3-shape-rounded vc_btn3-style-flat vc_btn3-color-juicy-pink" a href="https://whky.com/sbi-announces-arrest-of-man-following-search-at-lenoir-club-house/" class="vc_gitem-link vc_general vc_btn3 vc_general vc_btn3 vc_btn3-size-md vc_btn3-shape-rounded vc_btn3-style-flat vc_btn3-color-juicy-pink" title="Read more">Read more</a></div></div></div></div></div></div><div class="vc_clearfix"></div></div><div class="vc_grid-item vc_clearfix vc_col-sm-3 vc_grid-item-zone-c-bottom"><div class="vc_grid-item-mini vc_clearfix "><div class="vc_gitem-animated-block" ><div class="vc_gitem-zone vc_gitem-zone-a vc-gitem-zone-height-mode-auto vc-gitem-zone-height-mode-auto-1-1 vc_gitem-is-link" style="background-image: url('https://whky.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/06/Russell-Christopher-Edward-063025.jpg') !important;"><a href="https://whky.com/rape-kidnapping-charges-lodged-against-granite-falls-man/" title="Rape, Kidnapping Charges Lodged Against Granite Falls Man" class="vc_gitem-link vc-zone-link" ></a><img class="vc_gitem-zone-img" src="https://whky.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/06/Russell-Christopher-Edward-063025.jpg" alt="Rape, Kidnapping Charges Lodged Against Granite Falls Man" loading="lazy"><div class="vc_gitem-zone-mini"></div></div></div><div class="vc_gitem-zone vc_gitem-zone-c vc_custom_1419240516480"><div class="vc_gitem-zone-mini"><div class="vc_gitem_row vc_row vc_gitem-row-position-top"><div class="vc_col-sm-12 vc_gitem-col vc_gitem-col-align-"><div class="vc_custom_heading vc_gitem-post-data vc_gitem-post-data-source-post_title" ><h4 style="text-align: left" >Rape, Kidnapping Charges Lodged Against Granite Falls Man</h4></div><div class="vc_custom_heading vc_gitem-post-data vc_gitem-post-data-source-post_excerpt" ><p style="text-align: left" ><p>21-year-old Christopher Edward Russell of Burns Road in Granite Falls was arrested Friday (June 27) by Caldwell County Sheriff&#8217;s Officers. He&#8217;s charged with felony counts of first-degree rape, second-degree kidnapping,&hellip;</p> </p></div><div class="vc_btn3-container vc_btn3-left"><a class="vc_general vc_btn3 vc_btn3-size-md vc_btn3-shape-rounded vc_btn3-style-flat vc_btn3-color-juicy-pink" a href="https://whky.com/rape-kidnapping-charges-lodged-against-granite-falls-man/" class="vc_gitem-link vc_general vc_btn3 vc_general vc_btn3 vc_btn3-size-md vc_btn3-shape-rounded vc_btn3-style-flat vc_btn3-color-juicy-pink" title="Read more">Read more</a></div></div></div></div></div></div><div class="vc_clearfix"></div></div><div class="vc_grid-item vc_clearfix vc_col-sm-3 vc_grid-item-zone-c-bottom"><div class="vc_grid-item-mini vc_clearfix "><div class="vc_gitem-animated-block" ><div class="vc_gitem-zone vc_gitem-zone-a vc-gitem-zone-height-mode-auto vc-gitem-zone-height-mode-auto-1-1 vc_gitem-is-link" style="background-image: url('https://whky.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/06/Statesville-PD-Patch-062022.jpg') !important;"><a href="https://whky.com/drive-by-shooting-under-investigation/" title="Drive-By Shooting Under Investigation" class="vc_gitem-link vc-zone-link" ></a><img class="vc_gitem-zone-img" src="https://whky.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/06/Statesville-PD-Patch-062022.jpg" alt="Drive-By Shooting Under Investigation" loading="lazy"><div class="vc_gitem-zone-mini"></div></div></div><div class="vc_gitem-zone vc_gitem-zone-c vc_custom_1419240516480"><div class="vc_gitem-zone-mini"><div class="vc_gitem_row vc_row vc_gitem-row-position-top"><div class="vc_col-sm-12 vc_gitem-col vc_gitem-col-align-"><div class="vc_custom_heading vc_gitem-post-data vc_gitem-post-data-source-post_title" ><h4 style="text-align: left" >Drive-By Shooting Under Investigation</h4></div><div class="vc_custom_heading vc_gitem-post-data vc_gitem-post-data-source-post_excerpt" ><p style="text-align: left" ><p>The Statesville Police Department responded to a drive-by-shooting on Sunday (June 29). According to our news partner WACB, officers were reportedly called to the Walmart parking lot on Crossroads Drive&hellip;</p> </p></div><div class="vc_btn3-container vc_btn3-left"><a class="vc_general vc_btn3 vc_btn3-size-md vc_btn3-shape-rounded vc_btn3-style-flat vc_btn3-color-juicy-pink" a href="https://whky.com/drive-by-shooting-under-investigation/" class="vc_gitem-link vc_general vc_btn3 vc_general vc_btn3 vc_btn3-size-md vc_btn3-shape-rounded vc_btn3-style-flat vc_btn3-color-juicy-pink" title="Read more">Read more</a></div></div></div></div></div></div><div class="vc_clearfix"></div></div><div class="vc_grid-item vc_clearfix vc_col-sm-3 vc_grid-item-zone-c-bottom"><div class="vc_grid-item-mini vc_clearfix "><div class="vc_gitem-animated-block" ><div class="vc_gitem-zone vc_gitem-zone-a vc-gitem-zone-height-mode-auto vc-gitem-zone-height-mode-auto-1-1 vc_gitem-is-link" style="background-image: url('https://whky.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/06/McQuinn-and-Anderson-Combo-Pic-063025.jpg') !important;"><a href="https://whky.com/suspects-charged-in-caldwell-county-drug-case/" title="Suspects Charged In Caldwell County Drug Case" class="vc_gitem-link vc-zone-link" ></a><img class="vc_gitem-zone-img" src="https://whky.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/06/McQuinn-and-Anderson-Combo-Pic-063025.jpg" alt="Suspects Charged In Caldwell County Drug Case" loading="lazy"><div class="vc_gitem-zone-mini"></div></div></div><div class="vc_gitem-zone vc_gitem-zone-c vc_custom_1419240516480"><div class="vc_gitem-zone-mini"><div class="vc_gitem_row vc_row vc_gitem-row-position-top"><div class="vc_col-sm-12 vc_gitem-col vc_gitem-col-align-"><div class="vc_custom_heading vc_gitem-post-data vc_gitem-post-data-source-post_title" ><h4 style="text-align: left" >Suspects Charged In Caldwell County Drug Case</h4></div><div class="vc_custom_heading vc_gitem-post-data vc_gitem-post-data-source-post_excerpt" ><p style="text-align: left" ><p>36-year-old Kendra Leigh McQuinn and 41-year-old Jerry Duane Anderson were arrested Thursday (June 26) by Caldwell County Sheriff’s Officers. They’re both charged with possession with intent to sell methamphetamine, possession&hellip;</p> </p></div><div class="vc_btn3-container vc_btn3-left"><a class="vc_general vc_btn3 vc_btn3-size-md vc_btn3-shape-rounded vc_btn3-style-flat vc_btn3-color-juicy-pink" a href="https://whky.com/suspects-charged-in-caldwell-county-drug-case/" class="vc_gitem-link vc_general vc_btn3 vc_general vc_btn3 vc_btn3-size-md vc_btn3-shape-rounded vc_btn3-style-flat vc_btn3-color-juicy-pink" title="Read more">Read more</a></div></div></div></div></div></div><div class="vc_clearfix"></div></div><div class="vc_grid-item vc_clearfix vc_col-sm-3 vc_grid-item-zone-c-bottom"><div class="vc_grid-item-mini vc_clearfix "><div class="vc_gitem-animated-block" ><div class="vc_gitem-zone vc_gitem-zone-a vc-gitem-zone-height-mode-auto vc-gitem-zone-height-mode-auto-1-1 vc_gitem-is-link" style="background-image: url('https://whky.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/06/Jones-Jerry-Allan-063025.jpg') !important;"><a href="https://whky.com/granite-falls-man-arrested-on-meth-fentanyl-charges/" title="Granite Falls Man Arrested On Meth, Fentanyl Charges" class="vc_gitem-link vc-zone-link" ></a><img class="vc_gitem-zone-img" src="https://whky.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/06/Jones-Jerry-Allan-063025.jpg" alt="Granite Falls Man Arrested On Meth, Fentanyl Charges" loading="lazy"><div class="vc_gitem-zone-mini"></div></div></div><div class="vc_gitem-zone vc_gitem-zone-c vc_custom_1419240516480"><div class="vc_gitem-zone-mini"><div class="vc_gitem_row vc_row vc_gitem-row-position-top"><div class="vc_col-sm-12 vc_gitem-col vc_gitem-col-align-"><div class="vc_custom_heading vc_gitem-post-data vc_gitem-post-data-source-post_title" ><h4 style="text-align: left" >Granite Falls Man Arrested On Meth, Fentanyl Charges</h4></div><div class="vc_custom_heading vc_gitem-post-data vc_gitem-post-data-source-post_excerpt" ><p style="text-align: left" ><p>39-year-old James Allen Jones of Granite Falls was arrested Friday (June 27) by Granite Falls Police Officers. He’s charged with felony counts of trafficking in opium or heroin, possession of&hellip;</p> </p></div><div class="vc_btn3-container vc_btn3-left"><a class="vc_general vc_btn3 vc_btn3-size-md vc_btn3-shape-rounded vc_btn3-style-flat vc_btn3-color-juicy-pink" a href="https://whky.com/granite-falls-man-arrested-on-meth-fentanyl-charges/" class="vc_gitem-link vc_general vc_btn3 vc_general vc_btn3 vc_btn3-size-md vc_btn3-shape-rounded vc_btn3-style-flat vc_btn3-color-juicy-pink" title="Read more">Read more</a></div></div></div></div></div></div><div class="vc_clearfix"></div></div><div class="vc_grid-item vc_clearfix vc_col-sm-3 vc_grid-item-zone-c-bottom"><div class="vc_grid-item-mini vc_clearfix "><div class="vc_gitem-animated-block" ><div class="vc_gitem-zone vc_gitem-zone-a vc-gitem-zone-height-mode-auto vc-gitem-zone-height-mode-auto-1-1 vc_gitem-is-link" style="background-image: url('https://whky.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/06/Elliott-Kenneth-Anthony-062725.jpg') !important;"><a href="https://whky.com/hickory-man-jailed-on-100k-bond-for-failure-to-appear/" title="Hickory Man Jailed on $100K Bond for Failure to Appear" class="vc_gitem-link vc-zone-link" ></a><img class="vc_gitem-zone-img" src="https://whky.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/06/Elliott-Kenneth-Anthony-062725.jpg" alt="Hickory Man Jailed on $100K Bond for Failure to Appear" loading="lazy"><div class="vc_gitem-zone-mini"></div></div></div><div class="vc_gitem-zone vc_gitem-zone-c vc_custom_1419240516480"><div class="vc_gitem-zone-mini"><div class="vc_gitem_row vc_row vc_gitem-row-position-top"><div class="vc_col-sm-12 vc_gitem-col vc_gitem-col-align-"><div class="vc_custom_heading vc_gitem-post-data vc_gitem-post-data-source-post_title" ><h4 style="text-align: left" >Hickory Man Jailed on $100K Bond for Failure to Appear</h4></div><div class="vc_custom_heading vc_gitem-post-data vc_gitem-post-data-source-post_excerpt" ><p style="text-align: left" ><p>43-year-old Kenneth Anthony Elliott of Catawba Avenue in Hickory has been arrested by Caldwell County Sheriff’s Officers on outstanding warrants from Burke County. He was charged with failure to appear&hellip;</p> </p></div><div class="vc_btn3-container vc_btn3-left"><a class="vc_general vc_btn3 vc_btn3-size-md vc_btn3-shape-rounded vc_btn3-style-flat vc_btn3-color-juicy-pink" a href="https://whky.com/hickory-man-jailed-on-100k-bond-for-failure-to-appear/" class="vc_gitem-link vc_general vc_btn3 vc_general vc_btn3 vc_btn3-size-md vc_btn3-shape-rounded vc_btn3-style-flat vc_btn3-color-juicy-pink" title="Read more">Read more</a></div></div></div></div></div></div><div class="vc_clearfix"></div></div><div class="vc_grid-item vc_clearfix vc_col-sm-3 vc_grid-item-zone-c-bottom"><div class="vc_grid-item-mini vc_clearfix "><div class="vc_gitem-animated-block" ><div class="vc_gitem-zone vc_gitem-zone-a vc-gitem-zone-height-mode-auto vc-gitem-zone-height-mode-auto-1-1 vc_gitem-is-link" style="background-image: url('https://whky.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/06/Owens-Nicholas-Brock-062725.jpg') !important;"><a href="https://whky.com/rutherfordton-man-arrested-in-taylorsville-for-possession-of-fentanyl/" title="Rutherfordton Man Arrested in Taylorsville for Possession of Fentanyl" class="vc_gitem-link vc-zone-link" ></a><img class="vc_gitem-zone-img" src="https://whky.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/06/Owens-Nicholas-Brock-062725.jpg" alt="Rutherfordton Man Arrested in Taylorsville for Possession of Fentanyl" loading="lazy"><div class="vc_gitem-zone-mini"></div></div></div><div class="vc_gitem-zone vc_gitem-zone-c vc_custom_1419240516480"><div class="vc_gitem-zone-mini"><div class="vc_gitem_row vc_row vc_gitem-row-position-top"><div class="vc_col-sm-12 vc_gitem-col vc_gitem-col-align-"><div class="vc_custom_heading vc_gitem-post-data vc_gitem-post-data-source-post_title" ><h4 style="text-align: left" >Rutherfordton Man Arrested in Taylorsville for Possession of Fentanyl</h4></div><div class="vc_custom_heading vc_gitem-post-data vc_gitem-post-data-source-post_excerpt" ><p style="text-align: left" ><p>22-year-old Nicholas Brock Owens of Rutherfordton was arrested by Alexander County Sheriff’s Officers Thursday (June 26) on one count each of trafficking in opium or heroin, maintaining a vehicle to&hellip;</p> </p></div><div class="vc_btn3-container vc_btn3-left"><a class="vc_general vc_btn3 vc_btn3-size-md vc_btn3-shape-rounded vc_btn3-style-flat vc_btn3-color-juicy-pink" a href="https://whky.com/rutherfordton-man-arrested-in-taylorsville-for-possession-of-fentanyl/" class="vc_gitem-link vc_general vc_btn3 vc_general vc_btn3 vc_btn3-size-md vc_btn3-shape-rounded vc_btn3-style-flat vc_btn3-color-juicy-pink" title="Read more">Read more</a></div></div></div></div></div></div><div class="vc_clearfix"></div></div><div class="vc_grid-item vc_clearfix vc_col-sm-3 vc_grid-item-zone-c-bottom"><div class="vc_grid-item-mini vc_clearfix "><div class="vc_gitem-animated-block" ><div class="vc_gitem-zone vc_gitem-zone-a vc-gitem-zone-height-mode-auto vc-gitem-zone-height-mode-auto-1-1 vc_gitem-is-link" style="background-image: url('https://whky.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/06/Presnell-and-Elliott-Combo-Pic-062725.jpg') !important;"><a href="https://whky.com/drug-charges-filed-following-traffic-stop/" title="Drug Charges Filed Following Traffic Stop" class="vc_gitem-link vc-zone-link" ></a><img class="vc_gitem-zone-img" src="https://whky.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/06/Presnell-and-Elliott-Combo-Pic-062725.jpg" alt="Drug Charges Filed Following Traffic Stop" loading="lazy"><div class="vc_gitem-zone-mini"></div></div></div><div class="vc_gitem-zone vc_gitem-zone-c vc_custom_1419240516480"><div class="vc_gitem-zone-mini"><div class="vc_gitem_row vc_row vc_gitem-row-position-top"><div class="vc_col-sm-12 vc_gitem-col vc_gitem-col-align-"><div class="vc_custom_heading vc_gitem-post-data vc_gitem-post-data-source-post_title" ><h4 style="text-align: left" >Drug Charges Filed Following Traffic Stop</h4></div><div class="vc_custom_heading vc_gitem-post-data vc_gitem-post-data-source-post_excerpt" ><p style="text-align: left" ><p>44-year-old Travis Presnell and 43-year-old Elizabeth Elliott, both of Mooresville, were arrested Thursday (June 26) by Troutman Police Officers. Presnell was charged with possession of schedule II controlled substance, possession&hellip;</p> </p></div><div class="vc_btn3-container vc_btn3-left"><a class="vc_general vc_btn3 vc_btn3-size-md vc_btn3-shape-rounded vc_btn3-style-flat vc_btn3-color-juicy-pink" a href="https://whky.com/drug-charges-filed-following-traffic-stop/" class="vc_gitem-link vc_general vc_btn3 vc_general vc_btn3 vc_btn3-size-md vc_btn3-shape-rounded vc_btn3-style-flat vc_btn3-color-juicy-pink" title="Read more">Read more</a></div></div></div></div></div></div><div class="vc_clearfix"></div></div><div class="vc_grid-item vc_clearfix vc_col-sm-3 vc_grid-item-zone-c-bottom"><div class="vc_grid-item-mini vc_clearfix "><div class="vc_gitem-animated-block" ><div class="vc_gitem-zone vc_gitem-zone-a vc-gitem-zone-height-mode-auto vc-gitem-zone-height-mode-auto-1-1 vc_gitem-is-link" style="background-image: url('https://whky.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/08/Alexander-County-Sheriffs-Office-Badge-Star-082222.jpg') !important;"><a href="https://whky.com/vape-shops-raided-in-alexander-county/" title="Vape Shops Raided In Alexander County" class="vc_gitem-link vc-zone-link" ></a><img class="vc_gitem-zone-img" src="https://whky.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/08/Alexander-County-Sheriffs-Office-Badge-Star-082222.jpg" alt="Vape Shops Raided In Alexander County" loading="lazy"><div class="vc_gitem-zone-mini"></div></div></div><div class="vc_gitem-zone vc_gitem-zone-c vc_custom_1419240516480"><div class="vc_gitem-zone-mini"><div class="vc_gitem_row vc_row vc_gitem-row-position-top"><div class="vc_col-sm-12 vc_gitem-col vc_gitem-col-align-"><div class="vc_custom_heading vc_gitem-post-data vc_gitem-post-data-source-post_title" ><h4 style="text-align: left" >Vape Shops Raided In Alexander County</h4></div><div class="vc_custom_heading vc_gitem-post-data vc_gitem-post-data-source-post_excerpt" ><p style="text-align: left" ><p>On Thursday (June 26), the Alexander County Sheriff’s Office, in collaboration with the Brunswick County Sheriff’s Office, the Taylorsville Police Department, and the North Carolina Secretary of State’s Office, executed&hellip;</p> </p></div><div class="vc_btn3-container vc_btn3-left"><a class="vc_general vc_btn3 vc_btn3-size-md vc_btn3-shape-rounded vc_btn3-style-flat vc_btn3-color-juicy-pink" a href="https://whky.com/vape-shops-raided-in-alexander-county/" class="vc_gitem-link vc_general vc_btn3 vc_general vc_btn3 vc_btn3-size-md vc_btn3-shape-rounded vc_btn3-style-flat vc_btn3-color-juicy-pink" title="Read more">Read more</a></div></div></div></div></div></div><div class="vc_clearfix"></div></div><div class="vc_grid-item vc_clearfix vc_col-sm-3 vc_grid-item-zone-c-bottom"><div class="vc_grid-item-mini vc_clearfix "><div class="vc_gitem-animated-block" ><div class="vc_gitem-zone vc_gitem-zone-a vc-gitem-zone-height-mode-auto vc-gitem-zone-height-mode-auto-1-1 vc_gitem-is-link" style="background-image: url('https://whky.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/06/Asha-Degree-Missing-Pic-062725.jpg') !important;"><a href="https://whky.com/governor-offers-reward-in-case-of-girl-missing-since-2000/" title="Governor Offers Reward In Case Of Girl Missing Since 2000" class="vc_gitem-link vc-zone-link" ></a><img class="vc_gitem-zone-img" src="https://whky.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/06/Asha-Degree-Missing-Pic-062725.jpg" alt="Governor Offers Reward In Case Of Girl Missing Since 2000" loading="lazy"><div class="vc_gitem-zone-mini"></div></div></div><div class="vc_gitem-zone vc_gitem-zone-c vc_custom_1419240516480"><div class="vc_gitem-zone-mini"><div class="vc_gitem_row vc_row vc_gitem-row-position-top"><div class="vc_col-sm-12 vc_gitem-col vc_gitem-col-align-"><div class="vc_custom_heading vc_gitem-post-data vc_gitem-post-data-source-post_title" ><h4 style="text-align: left" >Governor Offers Reward In Case Of Girl Missing Since 2000</h4></div><div class="vc_custom_heading vc_gitem-post-data vc_gitem-post-data-source-post_excerpt" ><p style="text-align: left" ><p>North Carolina&#8217;s governor has offered a reward in a regional case involving a girl who went missing more than 25 years ago. On Wednesday (June 25) Governor Josh Stein announced&hellip;</p> </p></div><div class="vc_btn3-container vc_btn3-left"><a class="vc_general vc_btn3 vc_btn3-size-md vc_btn3-shape-rounded vc_btn3-style-flat vc_btn3-color-juicy-pink" a href="https://whky.com/governor-offers-reward-in-case-of-girl-missing-since-2000/" class="vc_gitem-link vc_general vc_btn3 vc_general vc_btn3 vc_btn3-size-md vc_btn3-shape-rounded vc_btn3-style-flat vc_btn3-color-juicy-pink" title="Read more">Read more</a></div></div></div></div></div></div><div class="vc_clearfix"></div></div><div class="vc_grid-item vc_clearfix vc_col-sm-3 vc_grid-item-zone-c-bottom"><div class="vc_grid-item-mini vc_clearfix "><div class="vc_gitem-animated-block" ><div class="vc_gitem-zone vc_gitem-zone-a vc-gitem-zone-height-mode-auto vc-gitem-zone-height-mode-auto-1-1 vc_gitem-is-link" style="background-image: url('https://whky.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/06/Elliot-and-Weaver-Combo-Pic-062725.jpg') !important;"><a href="https://whky.com/wanted-suspects-sought-in-burke-county/" title="Wanted Suspects Sought In Burke County" class="vc_gitem-link vc-zone-link" ></a><img class="vc_gitem-zone-img" src="https://whky.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/06/Elliot-and-Weaver-Combo-Pic-062725.jpg" alt="Wanted Suspects Sought In Burke County" loading="lazy"><div class="vc_gitem-zone-mini"></div></div></div><div class="vc_gitem-zone vc_gitem-zone-c vc_custom_1419240516480"><div class="vc_gitem-zone-mini"><div class="vc_gitem_row vc_row vc_gitem-row-position-top"><div class="vc_col-sm-12 vc_gitem-col vc_gitem-col-align-"><div class="vc_custom_heading vc_gitem-post-data vc_gitem-post-data-source-post_title" ><h4 style="text-align: left" >Wanted Suspects Sought In Burke County</h4></div><div class="vc_custom_heading vc_gitem-post-data vc_gitem-post-data-source-post_excerpt" ><p style="text-align: left" ><p>The Burke County Sheriff’s Office is seeking multiple wanted suspects. Among the individuals listed on the current Burke County most wanted list is 43-year-old Kenneth Anthony Elliot. He’s wanted for&hellip;</p> </p></div><div class="vc_btn3-container vc_btn3-left"><a class="vc_general vc_btn3 vc_btn3-size-md vc_btn3-shape-rounded vc_btn3-style-flat vc_btn3-color-juicy-pink" a href="https://whky.com/wanted-suspects-sought-in-burke-county/" class="vc_gitem-link vc_general vc_btn3 vc_general vc_btn3 vc_btn3-size-md vc_btn3-shape-rounded vc_btn3-style-flat vc_btn3-color-juicy-pink" title="Read more">Read more</a></div></div></div></div></div></div><div class="vc_clearfix"></div></div><div class="vc_grid-item vc_clearfix vc_col-sm-3 vc_grid-item-zone-c-bottom"><div class="vc_grid-item-mini vc_clearfix "><div class="vc_gitem-animated-block" ><div class="vc_gitem-zone vc_gitem-zone-a vc-gitem-zone-height-mode-auto vc-gitem-zone-height-mode-auto-1-1 vc_gitem-is-link" style="background-image: url('https://whky.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/06/Johnson-Jordan-Izzahrian-062625.jpg') !important;"><a href="https://whky.com/man-on-burkes-most-wanted-list-arrested/" title="Man on Burke&#8217;s &#8220;Most Wanted&#8221; List Arrested" class="vc_gitem-link vc-zone-link" ></a><img class="vc_gitem-zone-img" src="https://whky.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/06/Johnson-Jordan-Izzahrian-062625.jpg" alt="Man on Burke's "Most Wanted" List Arrested" loading="lazy"><div class="vc_gitem-zone-mini"></div></div></div><div class="vc_gitem-zone vc_gitem-zone-c vc_custom_1419240516480"><div class="vc_gitem-zone-mini"><div class="vc_gitem_row vc_row vc_gitem-row-position-top"><div class="vc_col-sm-12 vc_gitem-col vc_gitem-col-align-"><div class="vc_custom_heading vc_gitem-post-data vc_gitem-post-data-source-post_title" ><h4 style="text-align: left" >Man on Burke&#8217;s &#8220;Most Wanted&#8221; List Arrested</h4></div><div class="vc_custom_heading vc_gitem-post-data vc_gitem-post-data-source-post_excerpt" ><p style="text-align: left" ><p>31-year-old Jordan Izzahrian Johnson of Smith Road in Morganton has been arrested by Burke County Sheriff&#8217;s Officers on one count of felony fleeing to elude arrest. On June 25, Deputies&hellip;</p> </p></div><div class="vc_btn3-container vc_btn3-left"><a class="vc_general vc_btn3 vc_btn3-size-md vc_btn3-shape-rounded vc_btn3-style-flat vc_btn3-color-juicy-pink" a href="https://whky.com/man-on-burkes-most-wanted-list-arrested/" class="vc_gitem-link vc_general vc_btn3 vc_general vc_btn3 vc_btn3-size-md vc_btn3-shape-rounded vc_btn3-style-flat vc_btn3-color-juicy-pink" title="Read more">Read more</a></div></div></div></div></div></div><div class="vc_clearfix"></div></div><div class="vc_grid-item vc_clearfix vc_col-sm-3 vc_grid-item-zone-c-bottom"><div class="vc_grid-item-mini vc_clearfix "><div class="vc_gitem-animated-block" ><div class="vc_gitem-zone vc_gitem-zone-a vc-gitem-zone-height-mode-auto vc-gitem-zone-height-mode-auto-1-1 vc_gitem-is-link" style="background-image: url('https://whky.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/06/Brewer-and-Joll-combo-062625.jpg') !important;"><a href="https://whky.com/two-arrested-in-connection-with-alexander-county-stabbing/" title="Two Arrested in Connection with Alexander County Stabbing" class="vc_gitem-link vc-zone-link" ></a><img class="vc_gitem-zone-img" src="https://whky.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/06/Brewer-and-Joll-combo-062625.jpg" alt="Two Arrested in Connection with Alexander County Stabbing" loading="lazy"><div class="vc_gitem-zone-mini"></div></div></div><div class="vc_gitem-zone vc_gitem-zone-c vc_custom_1419240516480"><div class="vc_gitem-zone-mini"><div class="vc_gitem_row vc_row vc_gitem-row-position-top"><div class="vc_col-sm-12 vc_gitem-col vc_gitem-col-align-"><div class="vc_custom_heading vc_gitem-post-data vc_gitem-post-data-source-post_title" ><h4 style="text-align: left" >Two Arrested in Connection with Alexander County Stabbing</h4></div><div class="vc_custom_heading vc_gitem-post-data vc_gitem-post-data-source-post_excerpt" ><p style="text-align: left" ><p>35-year-old Eric Allen Brewer of Hiddenite has been arrested by Alexander County Sheriff&#8217;s Officers and charged with felony counts of assault with a deadly weapon inflicting serious bodily injury and&hellip;</p> </p></div><div class="vc_btn3-container vc_btn3-left"><a class="vc_general vc_btn3 vc_btn3-size-md vc_btn3-shape-rounded vc_btn3-style-flat vc_btn3-color-juicy-pink" a href="https://whky.com/two-arrested-in-connection-with-alexander-county-stabbing/" class="vc_gitem-link vc_general vc_btn3 vc_general vc_btn3 vc_btn3-size-md vc_btn3-shape-rounded vc_btn3-style-flat vc_btn3-color-juicy-pink" title="Read more">Read more</a></div></div></div></div></div></div><div class="vc_clearfix"></div></div><div class="vc_grid-item vc_clearfix vc_col-sm-3 vc_grid-item-zone-c-bottom"><div class="vc_grid-item-mini vc_clearfix "><div class="vc_gitem-animated-block" ><div class="vc_gitem-zone vc_gitem-zone-a vc-gitem-zone-height-mode-auto vc-gitem-zone-height-mode-auto-1-1 vc_gitem-is-link" style="background-image: url('https://whky.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/06/Edwards-David-Wayne-062625.jpg') !important;"><a href="https://whky.com/burke-county-man-charged-with-break-in-offenses-in-catawba-county/" title="Burke County Man Charged With Break-in Offenses In Catawba County" class="vc_gitem-link vc-zone-link" ></a><img class="vc_gitem-zone-img" src="https://whky.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/06/Edwards-David-Wayne-062625.jpg" alt="Burke County Man Charged With Break-in Offenses In Catawba County" loading="lazy"><div class="vc_gitem-zone-mini"></div></div></div><div class="vc_gitem-zone vc_gitem-zone-c vc_custom_1419240516480"><div class="vc_gitem-zone-mini"><div class="vc_gitem_row vc_row vc_gitem-row-position-top"><div class="vc_col-sm-12 vc_gitem-col vc_gitem-col-align-"><div class="vc_custom_heading vc_gitem-post-data vc_gitem-post-data-source-post_title" ><h4 style="text-align: left" >Burke County Man Charged With Break-in Offenses In Catawba County</h4></div><div class="vc_custom_heading vc_gitem-post-data vc_gitem-post-data-source-post_excerpt" ><p style="text-align: left" ><p>40-year-old David Wayne Edwards of Oak Ridge Church Road in Connelly Springs was arrested by Long View Police Officers. He&#8217;s charged with felony breaking &amp; entering, breaking &amp; entering to&hellip;</p> </p></div><div class="vc_btn3-container vc_btn3-left"><a class="vc_general vc_btn3 vc_btn3-size-md vc_btn3-shape-rounded vc_btn3-style-flat vc_btn3-color-juicy-pink" a href="https://whky.com/burke-county-man-charged-with-break-in-offenses-in-catawba-county/" class="vc_gitem-link vc_general vc_btn3 vc_general vc_btn3 vc_btn3-size-md vc_btn3-shape-rounded vc_btn3-style-flat vc_btn3-color-juicy-pink" title="Read more">Read more</a></div></div></div></div></div></div><div class="vc_clearfix"></div></div><div class="vc_grid-item vc_clearfix vc_col-sm-3 vc_grid-item-zone-c-bottom"><div class="vc_grid-item-mini vc_clearfix "><div class="vc_gitem-animated-block" ><div class="vc_gitem-zone vc_gitem-zone-a vc-gitem-zone-height-mode-auto vc-gitem-zone-height-mode-auto-1-1 vc_gitem-is-link" style="background-image: url('https://whky.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/06/Abernathy-Quintin-Latrell-062625.jpg') !important;"><a href="https://whky.com/hickory-man-arrested-on-stolen-vehicle-charge/" title="Hickory Man Arrested On Stolen Vehicle Charge" class="vc_gitem-link vc-zone-link" ></a><img class="vc_gitem-zone-img" src="https://whky.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/06/Abernathy-Quintin-Latrell-062625.jpg" alt="Hickory Man Arrested On Stolen Vehicle Charge" loading="lazy"><div class="vc_gitem-zone-mini"></div></div></div><div class="vc_gitem-zone vc_gitem-zone-c vc_custom_1419240516480"><div class="vc_gitem-zone-mini"><div class="vc_gitem_row vc_row vc_gitem-row-position-top"><div class="vc_col-sm-12 vc_gitem-col vc_gitem-col-align-"><div class="vc_custom_heading vc_gitem-post-data vc_gitem-post-data-source-post_title" ><h4 style="text-align: left" >Hickory Man Arrested On Stolen Vehicle Charge</h4></div><div class="vc_custom_heading vc_gitem-post-data vc_gitem-post-data-source-post_excerpt" ><p style="text-align: left" ><p>29-year-old Quintin Latrell Abernathy of Hugh Hoffman Mobile Home Park in Hickory was arrested Wednesday (June 25) by Probation &amp; Parole Officers. He&#8217;s charged with possession of a stolen motor&hellip;</p> </p></div><div class="vc_btn3-container vc_btn3-left"><a class="vc_general vc_btn3 vc_btn3-size-md vc_btn3-shape-rounded vc_btn3-style-flat vc_btn3-color-juicy-pink" a href="https://whky.com/hickory-man-arrested-on-stolen-vehicle-charge/" class="vc_gitem-link vc_general vc_btn3 vc_general vc_btn3 vc_btn3-size-md vc_btn3-shape-rounded vc_btn3-style-flat vc_btn3-color-juicy-pink" title="Read more">Read more</a></div></div></div></div></div></div><div class="vc_clearfix"></div></div><div class="vc_grid-item vc_clearfix vc_col-sm-3 vc_grid-item-zone-c-bottom"><div class="vc_grid-item-mini vc_clearfix "><div class="vc_gitem-animated-block" ><div class="vc_gitem-zone vc_gitem-zone-a vc-gitem-zone-height-mode-auto vc-gitem-zone-height-mode-auto-1-1 vc_gitem-is-link" style="background-image: url('https://whky.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/08/Alexander-County-Sheriffs-Office-Badge-Star-082222.jpg') !important;"><a href="https://whky.com/stabbing-under-investigation-in-alexander-county/" title="Stabbing Under Investigation In Alexander County" class="vc_gitem-link vc-zone-link" ></a><img class="vc_gitem-zone-img" src="https://whky.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/08/Alexander-County-Sheriffs-Office-Badge-Star-082222.jpg" alt="Stabbing Under Investigation In Alexander County" loading="lazy"><div class="vc_gitem-zone-mini"></div></div></div><div class="vc_gitem-zone vc_gitem-zone-c vc_custom_1419240516480"><div class="vc_gitem-zone-mini"><div class="vc_gitem_row vc_row vc_gitem-row-position-top"><div class="vc_col-sm-12 vc_gitem-col vc_gitem-col-align-"><div class="vc_custom_heading vc_gitem-post-data vc_gitem-post-data-source-post_title" ><h4 style="text-align: left" >Stabbing Under Investigation In Alexander County</h4></div><div class="vc_custom_heading vc_gitem-post-data vc_gitem-post-data-source-post_excerpt" ><p style="text-align: left" ><p>The Alexander County Sheriff’s Office is investigating a stabbing incident. According to our news partner WACB, Deputies were called just before noon on Wednesday (June 25) to a location on&hellip;</p> </p></div><div class="vc_btn3-container vc_btn3-left"><a class="vc_general vc_btn3 vc_btn3-size-md vc_btn3-shape-rounded vc_btn3-style-flat vc_btn3-color-juicy-pink" a href="https://whky.com/stabbing-under-investigation-in-alexander-county/" class="vc_gitem-link vc_general vc_btn3 vc_general vc_btn3 vc_btn3-size-md vc_btn3-shape-rounded vc_btn3-style-flat vc_btn3-color-juicy-pink" title="Read more">Read more</a></div></div></div></div></div></div><div class="vc_clearfix"></div></div><div class="vc_grid-item vc_clearfix vc_col-sm-3 vc_grid-item-zone-c-bottom"><div class="vc_grid-item-mini vc_clearfix "><div class="vc_gitem-animated-block" ><div class="vc_gitem-zone vc_gitem-zone-a vc-gitem-zone-height-mode-auto vc-gitem-zone-height-mode-auto-1-1 vc_gitem-is-link" style="background-image: url('https://whky.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/06/IMG_0512.jpeg') !important;"><a href="https://whky.com/suspect-arrested-in-connection-to-shooting/" title="Suspect Arrested In Connection To Shooting" class="vc_gitem-link vc-zone-link" ></a><img class="vc_gitem-zone-img" src="https://whky.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/06/IMG_0512.jpeg" alt="Suspect Arrested In Connection To Shooting" loading="lazy"><div class="vc_gitem-zone-mini"></div></div></div><div class="vc_gitem-zone vc_gitem-zone-c vc_custom_1419240516480"><div class="vc_gitem-zone-mini"><div class="vc_gitem_row vc_row vc_gitem-row-position-top"><div class="vc_col-sm-12 vc_gitem-col vc_gitem-col-align-"><div class="vc_custom_heading vc_gitem-post-data vc_gitem-post-data-source-post_title" ><h4 style="text-align: left" >Suspect Arrested In Connection To Shooting</h4></div><div class="vc_custom_heading vc_gitem-post-data vc_gitem-post-data-source-post_excerpt" ><p style="text-align: left" ><p>45-year-old Kelly Jerome Warren of Taylorsville was arrested today (June 25) by Alexander County Sheriff’s Officers. He’s charged with assault with a deadly weapon inflicting serious bodily injury. Shortly after&hellip;</p> </p></div><div class="vc_btn3-container vc_btn3-left"><a class="vc_general vc_btn3 vc_btn3-size-md vc_btn3-shape-rounded vc_btn3-style-flat vc_btn3-color-juicy-pink" a href="https://whky.com/suspect-arrested-in-connection-to-shooting/" class="vc_gitem-link vc_general vc_btn3 vc_general vc_btn3 vc_btn3-size-md vc_btn3-shape-rounded vc_btn3-style-flat vc_btn3-color-juicy-pink" title="Read more">Read more</a></div></div></div></div></div></div><div class="vc_clearfix"></div></div><div class="vc_grid-item vc_clearfix vc_col-sm-3 vc_grid-item-zone-c-bottom"><div class="vc_grid-item-mini vc_clearfix "><div class="vc_gitem-animated-block" ><div class="vc_gitem-zone vc_gitem-zone-a vc-gitem-zone-height-mode-auto vc-gitem-zone-height-mode-auto-1-1 vc_gitem-is-link" style="background-image: url('https://whky.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/06/Nichols-Hali-Ann-062525.jpg') !important;"><a href="https://whky.com/lenoir-woman-charged-with-felony-child-abuse/" title="Lenoir Woman Charged with Felony Child Abuse" class="vc_gitem-link vc-zone-link" ></a><img class="vc_gitem-zone-img" src="https://whky.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/06/Nichols-Hali-Ann-062525.jpg" alt="Lenoir Woman Charged with Felony Child Abuse" loading="lazy"><div class="vc_gitem-zone-mini"></div></div></div><div class="vc_gitem-zone vc_gitem-zone-c vc_custom_1419240516480"><div class="vc_gitem-zone-mini"><div class="vc_gitem_row vc_row vc_gitem-row-position-top"><div class="vc_col-sm-12 vc_gitem-col vc_gitem-col-align-"><div class="vc_custom_heading vc_gitem-post-data vc_gitem-post-data-source-post_title" ><h4 style="text-align: left" >Lenoir Woman Charged with Felony Child Abuse</h4></div><div class="vc_custom_heading vc_gitem-post-data vc_gitem-post-data-source-post_excerpt" ><p style="text-align: left" ><p>31-year-old Hali Ann Nichols of Playmore Beach Road in Lenoir was arrested by Caldwell County Sheriff’s Officers on June 24 on a charge of felony negligent child abuse with serious&hellip;</p> </p></div><div class="vc_btn3-container vc_btn3-left"><a class="vc_general vc_btn3 vc_btn3-size-md vc_btn3-shape-rounded vc_btn3-style-flat vc_btn3-color-juicy-pink" a href="https://whky.com/lenoir-woman-charged-with-felony-child-abuse/" class="vc_gitem-link vc_general vc_btn3 vc_general vc_btn3 vc_btn3-size-md vc_btn3-shape-rounded vc_btn3-style-flat vc_btn3-color-juicy-pink" title="Read more">Read more</a></div></div></div></div></div></div><div class="vc_clearfix"></div></div><div class="vc_grid-item vc_clearfix vc_col-sm-3 vc_grid-item-zone-c-bottom"><div class="vc_grid-item-mini vc_clearfix "><div class="vc_gitem-animated-block" ><div class="vc_gitem-zone vc_gitem-zone-a vc-gitem-zone-height-mode-auto vc-gitem-zone-height-mode-auto-1-1 vc_gitem-is-link" style="background-image: url('https://whky.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/06/Berry-Danny-Lee-062525.jpg') !important;"><a href="https://whky.com/man-faces-firearms-charges-after-child-is-injured-in-burke-county/" title="Man Faces Firearms Charges after Child is Injured in Burke County" class="vc_gitem-link vc-zone-link" ></a><img class="vc_gitem-zone-img" src="https://whky.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/06/Berry-Danny-Lee-062525.jpg" alt="Man Faces Firearms Charges after Child is Injured in Burke County" loading="lazy"><div class="vc_gitem-zone-mini"></div></div></div><div class="vc_gitem-zone vc_gitem-zone-c vc_custom_1419240516480"><div class="vc_gitem-zone-mini"><div class="vc_gitem_row vc_row vc_gitem-row-position-top"><div class="vc_col-sm-12 vc_gitem-col vc_gitem-col-align-"><div class="vc_custom_heading vc_gitem-post-data vc_gitem-post-data-source-post_title" ><h4 style="text-align: left" >Man Faces Firearms Charges after Child is Injured in Burke County</h4></div><div class="vc_custom_heading vc_gitem-post-data vc_gitem-post-data-source-post_excerpt" ><p style="text-align: left" ><p>57-year-old Danny Lee Berry of Berrytown Avenue in Morganton has been arrested by Burke County Sheriff’s Officers on charges of felony possession of firearm by a convicted felon and misdemeanor&hellip;</p> </p></div><div class="vc_btn3-container vc_btn3-left"><a class="vc_general vc_btn3 vc_btn3-size-md vc_btn3-shape-rounded vc_btn3-style-flat vc_btn3-color-juicy-pink" a href="https://whky.com/man-faces-firearms-charges-after-child-is-injured-in-burke-county/" class="vc_gitem-link vc_general vc_btn3 vc_general vc_btn3 vc_btn3-size-md vc_btn3-shape-rounded vc_btn3-style-flat vc_btn3-color-juicy-pink" title="Read more">Read more</a></div></div></div></div></div></div><div class="vc_clearfix"></div></div><div class="vc_grid-item vc_clearfix vc_col-sm-3 vc_grid-item-zone-c-bottom"><div class="vc_grid-item-mini vc_clearfix "><div class="vc_gitem-animated-block" ><div class="vc_gitem-zone vc_gitem-zone-a vc-gitem-zone-height-mode-auto vc-gitem-zone-height-mode-auto-1-1 vc_gitem-is-link" style="background-image: url('https://whky.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/06/ReyesMorales-Gerson-Anthony-062525.jpg') !important;"><a href="https://whky.com/minnesota-man-arrested-for-kidnapping-soliciting-child-by-computer/" title="Minnesota Man Arrested for Kidnapping &#038; Soliciting Child by Computer" class="vc_gitem-link vc-zone-link" ></a><img class="vc_gitem-zone-img" src="https://whky.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/06/ReyesMorales-Gerson-Anthony-062525.jpg" alt="Minnesota Man Arrested for Kidnapping & Soliciting Child by Computer" loading="lazy"><div class="vc_gitem-zone-mini"></div></div></div><div class="vc_gitem-zone vc_gitem-zone-c vc_custom_1419240516480"><div class="vc_gitem-zone-mini"><div class="vc_gitem_row vc_row vc_gitem-row-position-top"><div class="vc_col-sm-12 vc_gitem-col vc_gitem-col-align-"><div class="vc_custom_heading vc_gitem-post-data vc_gitem-post-data-source-post_title" ><h4 style="text-align: left" >Minnesota Man Arrested for Kidnapping &#038; Soliciting Child by Computer</h4></div><div class="vc_custom_heading vc_gitem-post-data vc_gitem-post-data-source-post_excerpt" ><p style="text-align: left" ><p>24-year-old Gerson Anthony Reyes-Morales of Minneapolis, Minnesota was arrested by Burke County Sheriff&#8217;s Officers in the early morning hours on June 20 on felony counts of kidnapping, attempted kidnapping, and&hellip;</p> </p></div><div class="vc_btn3-container vc_btn3-left"><a class="vc_general vc_btn3 vc_btn3-size-md vc_btn3-shape-rounded vc_btn3-style-flat vc_btn3-color-juicy-pink" a href="https://whky.com/minnesota-man-arrested-for-kidnapping-soliciting-child-by-computer/" class="vc_gitem-link vc_general vc_btn3 vc_general vc_btn3 vc_btn3-size-md vc_btn3-shape-rounded vc_btn3-style-flat vc_btn3-color-juicy-pink" title="Read more">Read more</a></div></div></div></div></div></div><div class="vc_clearfix"></div></div><div class="vc_grid-item vc_clearfix vc_col-sm-3 vc_grid-item-zone-c-bottom"><div class="vc_grid-item-mini vc_clearfix "><div class="vc_gitem-animated-block" ><div class="vc_gitem-zone vc_gitem-zone-a vc-gitem-zone-height-mode-auto vc-gitem-zone-height-mode-auto-1-1 vc_gitem-is-link" style="background-image: url('https://whky.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/06/Sims-Joseph-Dante-062525.jpg') !important;"><a href="https://whky.com/hickory-man-charged-with-failing-to-register-as-sex-offender/" title="Hickory Man Charged With Failing To Register As Sex Offender" class="vc_gitem-link vc-zone-link" ></a><img class="vc_gitem-zone-img" src="https://whky.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/06/Sims-Joseph-Dante-062525.jpg" alt="Hickory Man Charged With Failing To Register As Sex Offender" loading="lazy"><div class="vc_gitem-zone-mini"></div></div></div><div class="vc_gitem-zone vc_gitem-zone-c vc_custom_1419240516480"><div class="vc_gitem-zone-mini"><div class="vc_gitem_row vc_row vc_gitem-row-position-top"><div class="vc_col-sm-12 vc_gitem-col vc_gitem-col-align-"><div class="vc_custom_heading vc_gitem-post-data vc_gitem-post-data-source-post_title" ><h4 style="text-align: left" >Hickory Man Charged With Failing To Register As Sex Offender</h4></div><div class="vc_custom_heading vc_gitem-post-data vc_gitem-post-data-source-post_excerpt" ><p style="text-align: left" ><p>45-year-old Joseph Dante Sims of 2nd Avenue NW in Hickory was arrested Monday (June 23) by Catawba County Sheriff&#8217;s Officers. He&#8217;s charged with felony failure to register as a sex&hellip;</p> </p></div><div class="vc_btn3-container vc_btn3-left"><a class="vc_general vc_btn3 vc_btn3-size-md vc_btn3-shape-rounded vc_btn3-style-flat vc_btn3-color-juicy-pink" a href="https://whky.com/hickory-man-charged-with-failing-to-register-as-sex-offender/" class="vc_gitem-link vc_general vc_btn3 vc_general vc_btn3 vc_btn3-size-md vc_btn3-shape-rounded vc_btn3-style-flat vc_btn3-color-juicy-pink" title="Read more">Read more</a></div></div></div></div></div></div><div class="vc_clearfix"></div></div><div class="vc_grid-item vc_clearfix vc_col-sm-3 vc_grid-item-zone-c-bottom"><div class="vc_grid-item-mini vc_clearfix "><div class="vc_gitem-animated-block" ><div class="vc_gitem-zone vc_gitem-zone-a vc-gitem-zone-height-mode-auto vc-gitem-zone-height-mode-auto-1-1 vc_gitem-is-link" style="background-image: url('https://whky.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/06/Gaither-Keon-062525.jpg') !important;"><a href="https://whky.com/hickory-man-charged-with-firearm-drug-offenses-2/" title="Hickory Man Charged With Firearm, Drug Offenses" class="vc_gitem-link vc-zone-link" ></a><img class="vc_gitem-zone-img" src="https://whky.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/06/Gaither-Keon-062525.jpg" alt="Hickory Man Charged With Firearm, Drug Offenses" loading="lazy"><div class="vc_gitem-zone-mini"></div></div></div><div class="vc_gitem-zone vc_gitem-zone-c vc_custom_1419240516480"><div class="vc_gitem-zone-mini"><div class="vc_gitem_row vc_row vc_gitem-row-position-top"><div class="vc_col-sm-12 vc_gitem-col vc_gitem-col-align-"><div class="vc_custom_heading vc_gitem-post-data vc_gitem-post-data-source-post_title" ><h4 style="text-align: left" >Hickory Man Charged With Firearm, Drug Offenses</h4></div><div class="vc_custom_heading vc_gitem-post-data vc_gitem-post-data-source-post_excerpt" ><p style="text-align: left" ><p>37-year-old Keon Gaither of 12th Street Court SE in Hickory was arrested Tuesday (June 24) by Conover Police Officers. He&#8217;s charged with possession of a firearm by a felon and&hellip;</p> </p></div><div class="vc_btn3-container vc_btn3-left"><a class="vc_general vc_btn3 vc_btn3-size-md vc_btn3-shape-rounded vc_btn3-style-flat vc_btn3-color-juicy-pink" a href="https://whky.com/hickory-man-charged-with-firearm-drug-offenses-2/" class="vc_gitem-link vc_general vc_btn3 vc_general vc_btn3 vc_btn3-size-md vc_btn3-shape-rounded vc_btn3-style-flat vc_btn3-color-juicy-pink" title="Read more">Read more</a></div></div></div></div></div></div><div class="vc_clearfix"></div></div><div class="vc_grid-item vc_clearfix vc_col-sm-3 vc_grid-item-zone-c-bottom"><div class="vc_grid-item-mini vc_clearfix "><div class="vc_gitem-animated-block" ><div class="vc_gitem-zone vc_gitem-zone-a vc-gitem-zone-height-mode-auto vc-gitem-zone-height-mode-auto-1-1 vc_gitem-is-link" style="background-image: url('https://whky.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/06/Carlisle-Ashley-Brooke-062525.jpg') !important;"><a href="https://whky.com/alexander-county-woman-charged-with-fraud-larceny-by-employee/" title="Alexander County Woman Charged With Fraud, Larceny By Employee" class="vc_gitem-link vc-zone-link" ></a><img class="vc_gitem-zone-img" src="https://whky.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/06/Carlisle-Ashley-Brooke-062525.jpg" alt="Alexander County Woman Charged With Fraud, Larceny By Employee" loading="lazy"><div class="vc_gitem-zone-mini"></div></div></div><div class="vc_gitem-zone vc_gitem-zone-c vc_custom_1419240516480"><div class="vc_gitem-zone-mini"><div class="vc_gitem_row vc_row vc_gitem-row-position-top"><div class="vc_col-sm-12 vc_gitem-col vc_gitem-col-align-"><div class="vc_custom_heading vc_gitem-post-data vc_gitem-post-data-source-post_title" ><h4 style="text-align: left" >Alexander County Woman Charged With Fraud, Larceny By Employee</h4></div><div class="vc_custom_heading vc_gitem-post-data vc_gitem-post-data-source-post_excerpt" ><p style="text-align: left" ><p>36-year-old Ashley Brooke Carlisle of Taylorsville was arrested Saturday (June 21) by Alexander County Sheriff’s Officers. She’s charged with fraud, obtaining property by false pretense, and larceny by employee. She&hellip;</p> </p></div><div class="vc_btn3-container vc_btn3-left"><a class="vc_general vc_btn3 vc_btn3-size-md vc_btn3-shape-rounded vc_btn3-style-flat vc_btn3-color-juicy-pink" a href="https://whky.com/alexander-county-woman-charged-with-fraud-larceny-by-employee/" class="vc_gitem-link vc_general vc_btn3 vc_general vc_btn3 vc_btn3-size-md vc_btn3-shape-rounded vc_btn3-style-flat vc_btn3-color-juicy-pink" title="Read more">Read more</a></div></div></div></div></div></div><div class="vc_clearfix"></div></div><div class="vc_grid-item vc_clearfix vc_col-sm-3 vc_grid-item-zone-c-bottom"><div class="vc_grid-item-mini vc_clearfix "><div class="vc_gitem-animated-block" ><div class="vc_gitem-zone vc_gitem-zone-a vc-gitem-zone-height-mode-auto vc-gitem-zone-height-mode-auto-1-1 vc_gitem-is-link" style="background-image: url('https://whky.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/08/LCSO-Patch-082621.jpg') !important;"><a href="https://whky.com/tractor-stolen-from-asheville-recovered-in-lincoln-county/" title="Tractor Stolen from Asheville Recovered in Lincoln County" class="vc_gitem-link vc-zone-link" ></a><img class="vc_gitem-zone-img" src="https://whky.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/08/LCSO-Patch-082621.jpg" alt="Tractor Stolen from Asheville Recovered in Lincoln County" loading="lazy"><div class="vc_gitem-zone-mini"></div></div></div><div class="vc_gitem-zone vc_gitem-zone-c vc_custom_1419240516480"><div class="vc_gitem-zone-mini"><div class="vc_gitem_row vc_row vc_gitem-row-position-top"><div class="vc_col-sm-12 vc_gitem-col vc_gitem-col-align-"><div class="vc_custom_heading vc_gitem-post-data vc_gitem-post-data-source-post_title" ><h4 style="text-align: left" >Tractor Stolen from Asheville Recovered in Lincoln County</h4></div><div class="vc_custom_heading vc_gitem-post-data vc_gitem-post-data-source-post_excerpt" ><p style="text-align: left" ><p>On Friday, June 13, Lincoln County Detectives received a call from a Home Depot Organized Retail Crime Investigator regarding the sale of a stolen Kubota tractor at the Murphy’s Express&hellip;</p> </p></div><div class="vc_btn3-container vc_btn3-left"><a class="vc_general vc_btn3 vc_btn3-size-md vc_btn3-shape-rounded vc_btn3-style-flat vc_btn3-color-juicy-pink" a href="https://whky.com/tractor-stolen-from-asheville-recovered-in-lincoln-county/" class="vc_gitem-link vc_general vc_btn3 vc_general vc_btn3 vc_btn3-size-md vc_btn3-shape-rounded vc_btn3-style-flat vc_btn3-color-juicy-pink" title="Read more">Read more</a></div></div></div></div></div></div><div class="vc_clearfix"></div></div><div class="vc_grid-item vc_clearfix vc_col-sm-3 vc_grid-item-zone-c-bottom"><div class="vc_grid-item-mini vc_clearfix "><div class="vc_gitem-animated-block" ><div class="vc_gitem-zone vc_gitem-zone-a vc-gitem-zone-height-mode-auto vc-gitem-zone-height-mode-auto-1-1 vc_gitem-is-link" style="background-image: url('https://whky.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/06/Shooting-Suspects-Six-Combo-Pic-061825.jpg') !important;"><a href="https://whky.com/indictments-announced-in-june-1-mountain-view-mass-shooting/" title="Indictments Announced in June 1 Mountain View Mass Shooting" class="vc_gitem-link vc-zone-link" ></a><img class="vc_gitem-zone-img" src="https://whky.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/06/Shooting-Suspects-Six-Combo-Pic-061825.jpg" alt="Indictments Announced in June 1 Mountain View Mass Shooting" loading="lazy"><div class="vc_gitem-zone-mini"></div></div></div><div class="vc_gitem-zone vc_gitem-zone-c vc_custom_1419240516480"><div class="vc_gitem-zone-mini"><div class="vc_gitem_row vc_row vc_gitem-row-position-top"><div class="vc_col-sm-12 vc_gitem-col vc_gitem-col-align-"><div class="vc_custom_heading vc_gitem-post-data vc_gitem-post-data-source-post_title" ><h4 style="text-align: left" >Indictments Announced in June 1 Mountain View Mass Shooting</h4></div><div class="vc_custom_heading vc_gitem-post-data vc_gitem-post-data-source-post_excerpt" ><p style="text-align: left" ><p>A briefing was held at the Catawba County Justice Center this morning (June 24) regarding the ongoing investigation into the June 1 mass shooting in Mountain View. 58-year-old Shawn Patrick&hellip;</p> </p></div><div class="vc_btn3-container vc_btn3-left"><a class="vc_general vc_btn3 vc_btn3-size-md vc_btn3-shape-rounded vc_btn3-style-flat vc_btn3-color-juicy-pink" a href="https://whky.com/indictments-announced-in-june-1-mountain-view-mass-shooting/" class="vc_gitem-link vc_general vc_btn3 vc_general vc_btn3 vc_btn3-size-md vc_btn3-shape-rounded vc_btn3-style-flat vc_btn3-color-juicy-pink" title="Read more">Read more</a></div></div></div></div></div></div><div class="vc_clearfix"></div></div><div class="vc_grid-item vc_clearfix vc_col-sm-3 vc_grid-item-zone-c-bottom"><div class="vc_grid-item-mini vc_clearfix "><div class="vc_gitem-animated-block" ><div class="vc_gitem-zone vc_gitem-zone-a vc-gitem-zone-height-mode-auto vc-gitem-zone-height-mode-auto-1-1 vc_gitem-is-link" style="background-image: url('https://whky.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/06/Gregory-and-Chelsie-Smith-Combo-Pic-062425.jpg') !important;"><a href="https://whky.com/two-suspects-charged-after-eight-children-found-in-home-infested-with-insects-rodents-along-with-scattered-trash/" title="Two Suspects Charged After Eight Children Found In Home Infested With Insects &#038; Rodents Along With Scattered Trash" class="vc_gitem-link vc-zone-link" ></a><img class="vc_gitem-zone-img" src="https://whky.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/06/Gregory-and-Chelsie-Smith-Combo-Pic-062425.jpg" alt="Two Suspects Charged After Eight Children Found In Home Infested With Insects & Rodents Along With Scattered Trash" loading="lazy"><div class="vc_gitem-zone-mini"></div></div></div><div class="vc_gitem-zone vc_gitem-zone-c vc_custom_1419240516480"><div class="vc_gitem-zone-mini"><div class="vc_gitem_row vc_row vc_gitem-row-position-top"><div class="vc_col-sm-12 vc_gitem-col vc_gitem-col-align-"><div class="vc_custom_heading vc_gitem-post-data vc_gitem-post-data-source-post_title" ><h4 style="text-align: left" >Two Suspects Charged After Eight Children Found In Home Infested With Insects &#038; Rodents Along With Scattered Trash</h4></div><div class="vc_custom_heading vc_gitem-post-data vc_gitem-post-data-source-post_excerpt" ><p style="text-align: left" ><p>34-year-old Gregory Lillis Smith II and 35-year-old Chelsie Marie Smith were arrested by Iredell County Sheriff’s Officers. They’re each charged with seven counts of felony child abuse, eight counts of&hellip;</p> </p></div><div class="vc_btn3-container vc_btn3-left"><a class="vc_general vc_btn3 vc_btn3-size-md vc_btn3-shape-rounded vc_btn3-style-flat vc_btn3-color-juicy-pink" a href="https://whky.com/two-suspects-charged-after-eight-children-found-in-home-infested-with-insects-rodents-along-with-scattered-trash/" class="vc_gitem-link vc_general vc_btn3 vc_general vc_btn3 vc_btn3-size-md vc_btn3-shape-rounded vc_btn3-style-flat vc_btn3-color-juicy-pink" title="Read more">Read more</a></div></div></div></div></div></div><div class="vc_clearfix"></div></div><div class="vc_grid-item vc_clearfix vc_col-sm-3 vc_grid-item-zone-c-bottom"><div class="vc_grid-item-mini vc_clearfix "><div class="vc_gitem-animated-block" ><div class="vc_gitem-zone vc_gitem-zone-a vc-gitem-zone-height-mode-auto vc-gitem-zone-height-mode-auto-1-1 vc_gitem-is-link" style="background-image: url('https://whky.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/06/Wike-Ashley-062425.jpg') !important;"><a href="https://whky.com/alexander-county-woman-charged-with-drug-offenses-following-monday-traffic-stop/" title="Alexander County Woman Charged With Drug Offenses Following Monday Traffic Stop" class="vc_gitem-link vc-zone-link" ></a><img class="vc_gitem-zone-img" src="https://whky.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/06/Wike-Ashley-062425.jpg" alt="Alexander County Woman Charged With Drug Offenses Following Monday Traffic Stop" loading="lazy"><div class="vc_gitem-zone-mini"></div></div></div><div class="vc_gitem-zone vc_gitem-zone-c vc_custom_1419240516480"><div class="vc_gitem-zone-mini"><div class="vc_gitem_row vc_row vc_gitem-row-position-top"><div class="vc_col-sm-12 vc_gitem-col vc_gitem-col-align-"><div class="vc_custom_heading vc_gitem-post-data vc_gitem-post-data-source-post_title" ><h4 style="text-align: left" >Alexander County Woman Charged With Drug Offenses Following Monday Traffic Stop</h4></div><div class="vc_custom_heading vc_gitem-post-data vc_gitem-post-data-source-post_excerpt" ><p style="text-align: left" ><p>40-year-old Ashley Lashay Wike of Taylorsville was arrested Monday (June 23) by Troutman Police Officers. She’s charged with felony counts of possession with intent to manufacture, sell, or deliver methamphetamine,&hellip;</p> </p></div><div class="vc_btn3-container vc_btn3-left"><a class="vc_general vc_btn3 vc_btn3-size-md vc_btn3-shape-rounded vc_btn3-style-flat vc_btn3-color-juicy-pink" a href="https://whky.com/alexander-county-woman-charged-with-drug-offenses-following-monday-traffic-stop/" class="vc_gitem-link vc_general vc_btn3 vc_general vc_btn3 vc_btn3-size-md vc_btn3-shape-rounded vc_btn3-style-flat vc_btn3-color-juicy-pink" title="Read more">Read more</a></div></div></div></div></div></div><div class="vc_clearfix"></div></div><div class="vc_grid-item vc_clearfix vc_col-sm-3 vc_grid-item-zone-c-bottom"><div class="vc_grid-item-mini vc_clearfix "><div class="vc_gitem-animated-block" ><div class="vc_gitem-zone vc_gitem-zone-a vc-gitem-zone-height-mode-auto vc-gitem-zone-height-mode-auto-1-1 vc_gitem-is-link" style="background-image: url('https://whky.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/06/Miller-Dennis-062425.jpg') !important;"><a href="https://whky.com/traffic-stop-results-in-meth-marijuana-charges/" title="Traffic Stop Results In Meth, Marijuana Charges" class="vc_gitem-link vc-zone-link" ></a><img class="vc_gitem-zone-img" src="https://whky.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/06/Miller-Dennis-062425.jpg" alt="Traffic Stop Results In Meth, Marijuana Charges" loading="lazy"><div class="vc_gitem-zone-mini"></div></div></div><div class="vc_gitem-zone vc_gitem-zone-c vc_custom_1419240516480"><div class="vc_gitem-zone-mini"><div class="vc_gitem_row vc_row vc_gitem-row-position-top"><div class="vc_col-sm-12 vc_gitem-col vc_gitem-col-align-"><div class="vc_custom_heading vc_gitem-post-data vc_gitem-post-data-source-post_title" ><h4 style="text-align: left" >Traffic Stop Results In Meth, Marijuana Charges</h4></div><div class="vc_custom_heading vc_gitem-post-data vc_gitem-post-data-source-post_excerpt" ><p style="text-align: left" ><p>62-year-old Dennis Miller of Statesville was arrested by Troutman Police Officers. He’s charged with possession of methamphetamine, possession of marijuana, and possession of drug paraphernalia. On June 19 at approximately&hellip;</p> </p></div><div class="vc_btn3-container vc_btn3-left"><a class="vc_general vc_btn3 vc_btn3-size-md vc_btn3-shape-rounded vc_btn3-style-flat vc_btn3-color-juicy-pink" a href="https://whky.com/traffic-stop-results-in-meth-marijuana-charges/" class="vc_gitem-link vc_general vc_btn3 vc_general vc_btn3 vc_btn3-size-md vc_btn3-shape-rounded vc_btn3-style-flat vc_btn3-color-juicy-pink" title="Read more">Read more</a></div></div></div></div></div></div><div class="vc_clearfix"></div></div><div class="vc_grid-item vc_clearfix vc_col-sm-3 vc_grid-item-zone-c-bottom"><div class="vc_grid-item-mini vc_clearfix "><div class="vc_gitem-animated-block" ><div class="vc_gitem-zone vc_gitem-zone-a vc-gitem-zone-height-mode-auto vc-gitem-zone-height-mode-auto-1-1 vc_gitem-is-link" style="background-image: url('https://whky.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/06/Bryant-Phillip-Robert-062325.jpg') !important;"><a href="https://whky.com/conover-man-faces-vehicle-larceny-charge-in-alexander-county/" title="Conover Man Faces Vehicle Larceny Charge in Alexander County" class="vc_gitem-link vc-zone-link" ></a><img class="vc_gitem-zone-img" src="https://whky.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/06/Bryant-Phillip-Robert-062325.jpg" alt="Conover Man Faces Vehicle Larceny Charge in Alexander County" loading="lazy"><div class="vc_gitem-zone-mini"></div></div></div><div class="vc_gitem-zone vc_gitem-zone-c vc_custom_1419240516480"><div class="vc_gitem-zone-mini"><div class="vc_gitem_row vc_row vc_gitem-row-position-top"><div class="vc_col-sm-12 vc_gitem-col vc_gitem-col-align-"><div class="vc_custom_heading vc_gitem-post-data vc_gitem-post-data-source-post_title" ><h4 style="text-align: left" >Conover Man Faces Vehicle Larceny Charge in Alexander County</h4></div><div class="vc_custom_heading vc_gitem-post-data vc_gitem-post-data-source-post_excerpt" ><p style="text-align: left" ><p>35-year-old Phillip Robert Bryant of Conover was scheduled to appear in Alexander County District Court today (June 23) on one count of felony larceny of a motor vehicle. Bryant was&hellip;</p> </p></div><div class="vc_btn3-container vc_btn3-left"><a class="vc_general vc_btn3 vc_btn3-size-md vc_btn3-shape-rounded vc_btn3-style-flat vc_btn3-color-juicy-pink" a href="https://whky.com/conover-man-faces-vehicle-larceny-charge-in-alexander-county/" class="vc_gitem-link vc_general vc_btn3 vc_general vc_btn3 vc_btn3-size-md vc_btn3-shape-rounded vc_btn3-style-flat vc_btn3-color-juicy-pink" title="Read more">Read more</a></div></div></div></div></div></div><div class="vc_clearfix"></div></div><div class="vc_grid-item vc_clearfix vc_col-sm-3 vc_grid-item-zone-c-bottom"><div class="vc_grid-item-mini vc_clearfix "><div class="vc_gitem-animated-block" ><div class="vc_gitem-zone vc_gitem-zone-a vc-gitem-zone-height-mode-auto vc-gitem-zone-height-mode-auto-1-1 vc_gitem-is-link" style="background-image: url('https://whky.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/06/Rhubright-Joseph-Carl-062325.jpg') !important;"><a href="https://whky.com/man-charged-in-connection-to-burke-county-home-invasion/" title="Man Charged In Connection To Crime That Occurred In Victim&#8217;s Home" class="vc_gitem-link vc-zone-link" ></a><img class="vc_gitem-zone-img" src="https://whky.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/06/Rhubright-Joseph-Carl-062325.jpg" alt="Man Charged In Connection To Crime That Occurred In Victim's Home" loading="lazy"><div class="vc_gitem-zone-mini"></div></div></div><div class="vc_gitem-zone vc_gitem-zone-c vc_custom_1419240516480"><div class="vc_gitem-zone-mini"><div class="vc_gitem_row vc_row vc_gitem-row-position-top"><div class="vc_col-sm-12 vc_gitem-col vc_gitem-col-align-"><div class="vc_custom_heading vc_gitem-post-data vc_gitem-post-data-source-post_title" ><h4 style="text-align: left" >Man Charged In Connection To Crime That Occurred In Victim&#8217;s Home</h4></div><div class="vc_custom_heading vc_gitem-post-data vc_gitem-post-data-source-post_excerpt" ><p style="text-align: left" ><p>44-year-old Joseph Carl Rhubright, who is listed as homeless, was arrested by Burke County Sheriff’s Officers. He’s charged with felony robbery with a dangerous weapon and misdemeanor assault and battery.&hellip;</p> </p></div><div class="vc_btn3-container vc_btn3-left"><a class="vc_general vc_btn3 vc_btn3-size-md vc_btn3-shape-rounded vc_btn3-style-flat vc_btn3-color-juicy-pink" a href="https://whky.com/man-charged-in-connection-to-burke-county-home-invasion/" class="vc_gitem-link vc_general vc_btn3 vc_general vc_btn3 vc_btn3-size-md vc_btn3-shape-rounded vc_btn3-style-flat vc_btn3-color-juicy-pink" title="Read more">Read more</a></div></div></div></div></div></div><div class="vc_clearfix"></div></div><div class="vc_grid-item vc_clearfix vc_col-sm-3 vc_grid-item-zone-c-bottom"><div class="vc_grid-item-mini vc_clearfix "><div class="vc_gitem-animated-block" ><div class="vc_gitem-zone vc_gitem-zone-a vc-gitem-zone-height-mode-auto vc-gitem-zone-height-mode-auto-1-1 vc_gitem-is-link" style="background-image: url('https://whky.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/06/Brice-and-Collado-Combo-Pic-062325.jpg') !important;"><a href="https://whky.com/suspects-charged-in-connection-to-assaults-on-disabled-individuals/" title="Suspects Charged In Connection To Assaults On Disabled Individuals" class="vc_gitem-link vc-zone-link" ></a><img class="vc_gitem-zone-img" src="https://whky.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/06/Brice-and-Collado-Combo-Pic-062325.jpg" alt="Suspects Charged In Connection To Assaults On Disabled Individuals" loading="lazy"><div class="vc_gitem-zone-mini"></div></div></div><div class="vc_gitem-zone vc_gitem-zone-c vc_custom_1419240516480"><div class="vc_gitem-zone-mini"><div class="vc_gitem_row vc_row vc_gitem-row-position-top"><div class="vc_col-sm-12 vc_gitem-col vc_gitem-col-align-"><div class="vc_custom_heading vc_gitem-post-data vc_gitem-post-data-source-post_title" ><h4 style="text-align: left" >Suspects Charged In Connection To Assaults On Disabled Individuals</h4></div><div class="vc_custom_heading vc_gitem-post-data vc_gitem-post-data-source-post_excerpt" ><p style="text-align: left" ><p>32-year-old Benny Edward Brice IV of Brittain Drive in Morganton and 56-year-old Zolio Collado, Jr. of Heritage Drive in Valdese were arrested by Burke County Sheriff’s Officers. They’re both charged&hellip;</p> </p></div><div class="vc_btn3-container vc_btn3-left"><a class="vc_general vc_btn3 vc_btn3-size-md vc_btn3-shape-rounded vc_btn3-style-flat vc_btn3-color-juicy-pink" a href="https://whky.com/suspects-charged-in-connection-to-assaults-on-disabled-individuals/" class="vc_gitem-link vc_general vc_btn3 vc_general vc_btn3 vc_btn3-size-md vc_btn3-shape-rounded vc_btn3-style-flat vc_btn3-color-juicy-pink" title="Read more">Read more</a></div></div></div></div></div></div><div class="vc_clearfix"></div></div><div class="vc_grid-item vc_clearfix vc_col-sm-3 vc_grid-item-zone-c-bottom"><div class="vc_grid-item-mini vc_clearfix "><div class="vc_gitem-animated-block" ><div class="vc_gitem-zone vc_gitem-zone-a vc-gitem-zone-height-mode-auto vc-gitem-zone-height-mode-auto-1-1 vc_gitem-is-link" style="background-image: url('https://whky.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/06/Steiner-Debra-Lynn-062025.jpg') !important;"><a href="https://whky.com/conover-woman-jailed-on-fugitive-warrant-from-florida/" title="Conover Woman Jailed on Fugitive Warrant from Florida" class="vc_gitem-link vc-zone-link" ></a><img class="vc_gitem-zone-img" src="https://whky.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/06/Steiner-Debra-Lynn-062025.jpg" alt="Conover Woman Jailed on Fugitive Warrant from Florida" loading="lazy"><div class="vc_gitem-zone-mini"></div></div></div><div class="vc_gitem-zone vc_gitem-zone-c vc_custom_1419240516480"><div class="vc_gitem-zone-mini"><div class="vc_gitem_row vc_row vc_gitem-row-position-top"><div class="vc_col-sm-12 vc_gitem-col vc_gitem-col-align-"><div class="vc_custom_heading vc_gitem-post-data vc_gitem-post-data-source-post_title" ><h4 style="text-align: left" >Conover Woman Jailed on Fugitive Warrant from Florida</h4></div><div class="vc_custom_heading vc_gitem-post-data vc_gitem-post-data-source-post_excerpt" ><p style="text-align: left" ><p>62-year-old Debra Lynn Steiner of Saw Mill Road in Conover was arrested by Catawba County Sheriff&#8217;s Officers yesterday (June 19) on a felony warrant as a fugitive awaiting extradition to&hellip;</p> </p></div><div class="vc_btn3-container vc_btn3-left"><a class="vc_general vc_btn3 vc_btn3-size-md vc_btn3-shape-rounded vc_btn3-style-flat vc_btn3-color-juicy-pink" a href="https://whky.com/conover-woman-jailed-on-fugitive-warrant-from-florida/" class="vc_gitem-link vc_general vc_btn3 vc_general vc_btn3 vc_btn3-size-md vc_btn3-shape-rounded vc_btn3-style-flat vc_btn3-color-juicy-pink" title="Read more">Read more</a></div></div></div></div></div></div><div class="vc_clearfix"></div></div><div class="vc_grid-item vc_clearfix vc_col-sm-3 vc_grid-item-zone-c-bottom"><div class="vc_grid-item-mini vc_clearfix "><div class="vc_gitem-animated-block" ><div class="vc_gitem-zone vc_gitem-zone-a vc-gitem-zone-height-mode-auto vc-gitem-zone-height-mode-auto-1-1 vc_gitem-is-link" style="background-image: url('https://whky.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/06/Requejo-Tommy-Manuel-062025.jpg') !important;"><a href="https://whky.com/drug-charges-filed-against-hickory-man-2/" title="Drug Charges Filed Against Hickory Man" class="vc_gitem-link vc-zone-link" ></a><img class="vc_gitem-zone-img" src="https://whky.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/06/Requejo-Tommy-Manuel-062025.jpg" alt="Drug Charges Filed Against Hickory Man" loading="lazy"><div class="vc_gitem-zone-mini"></div></div></div><div class="vc_gitem-zone vc_gitem-zone-c vc_custom_1419240516480"><div class="vc_gitem-zone-mini"><div class="vc_gitem_row vc_row vc_gitem-row-position-top"><div class="vc_col-sm-12 vc_gitem-col vc_gitem-col-align-"><div class="vc_custom_heading vc_gitem-post-data vc_gitem-post-data-source-post_title" ><h4 style="text-align: left" >Drug Charges Filed Against Hickory Man</h4></div><div class="vc_custom_heading vc_gitem-post-data vc_gitem-post-data-source-post_excerpt" ><p style="text-align: left" ><p>60-year-old Tommy Manuel Requejo of Hickory was arrested Thursday (June 19) by Hickory Police Officers. He&#8217;s charged with felony possession of schedule II controlled substance, possession of methamphetamine, and two&hellip;</p> </p></div><div class="vc_btn3-container vc_btn3-left"><a class="vc_general vc_btn3 vc_btn3-size-md vc_btn3-shape-rounded vc_btn3-style-flat vc_btn3-color-juicy-pink" a href="https://whky.com/drug-charges-filed-against-hickory-man-2/" class="vc_gitem-link vc_general vc_btn3 vc_general vc_btn3 vc_btn3-size-md vc_btn3-shape-rounded vc_btn3-style-flat vc_btn3-color-juicy-pink" title="Read more">Read more</a></div></div></div></div></div></div><div class="vc_clearfix"></div></div><div class="vc_grid-item vc_clearfix vc_col-sm-3 vc_grid-item-zone-c-bottom"><div class="vc_grid-item-mini vc_clearfix "><div class="vc_gitem-animated-block" ><div class="vc_gitem-zone vc_gitem-zone-a vc-gitem-zone-height-mode-auto vc-gitem-zone-height-mode-auto-1-1 vc_gitem-is-link" style="background-image: url('https://whky.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/06/Frenceschini-Derek-Scott-062025.jpg') !important;"><a href="https://whky.com/hickory-man-charged-with-drug-firearm-offenses/" title="Hickory Man Charged With Drug, Firearm Offenses" class="vc_gitem-link vc-zone-link" ></a><img class="vc_gitem-zone-img" src="https://whky.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/06/Frenceschini-Derek-Scott-062025.jpg" alt="Hickory Man Charged With Drug, Firearm Offenses" loading="lazy"><div class="vc_gitem-zone-mini"></div></div></div><div class="vc_gitem-zone vc_gitem-zone-c vc_custom_1419240516480"><div class="vc_gitem-zone-mini"><div class="vc_gitem_row vc_row vc_gitem-row-position-top"><div class="vc_col-sm-12 vc_gitem-col vc_gitem-col-align-"><div class="vc_custom_heading vc_gitem-post-data vc_gitem-post-data-source-post_title" ><h4 style="text-align: left" >Hickory Man Charged With Drug, Firearm Offenses</h4></div><div class="vc_custom_heading vc_gitem-post-data vc_gitem-post-data-source-post_excerpt" ><p style="text-align: left" ><p>41-year-old Derek Scott Frenceschini of Gross Road in Hickory was arrested by Hickory Police Officers. He&#8217;s charged with felony possession of schedule II controlled substance, traffic in methamphetamine, possession with&hellip;</p> </p></div><div class="vc_btn3-container vc_btn3-left"><a class="vc_general vc_btn3 vc_btn3-size-md vc_btn3-shape-rounded vc_btn3-style-flat vc_btn3-color-juicy-pink" a href="https://whky.com/hickory-man-charged-with-drug-firearm-offenses/" class="vc_gitem-link vc_general vc_btn3 vc_general vc_btn3 vc_btn3-size-md vc_btn3-shape-rounded vc_btn3-style-flat vc_btn3-color-juicy-pink" title="Read more">Read more</a></div></div></div></div></div></div><div class="vc_clearfix"></div></div><div class="vc_grid-item vc_clearfix vc_col-sm-3 vc_grid-item-zone-c-bottom"><div class="vc_grid-item-mini vc_clearfix "><div class="vc_gitem-animated-block" ><div class="vc_gitem-zone vc_gitem-zone-a vc-gitem-zone-height-mode-auto vc-gitem-zone-height-mode-auto-1-1 vc_gitem-is-link" style="background-image: url('https://whky.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/06/Hicks-Kimbra-Leigh-062025.jpg') !important;"><a href="https://whky.com/conover-woman-jailed-on-drug-offenses/" title="Conover Woman Jailed On Drug Offenses" class="vc_gitem-link vc-zone-link" ></a><img class="vc_gitem-zone-img" src="https://whky.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/06/Hicks-Kimbra-Leigh-062025.jpg" alt="Conover Woman Jailed On Drug Offenses" loading="lazy"><div class="vc_gitem-zone-mini"></div></div></div><div class="vc_gitem-zone vc_gitem-zone-c vc_custom_1419240516480"><div class="vc_gitem-zone-mini"><div class="vc_gitem_row vc_row vc_gitem-row-position-top"><div class="vc_col-sm-12 vc_gitem-col vc_gitem-col-align-"><div class="vc_custom_heading vc_gitem-post-data vc_gitem-post-data-source-post_title" ><h4 style="text-align: left" >Conover Woman Jailed On Drug Offenses</h4></div><div class="vc_custom_heading vc_gitem-post-data vc_gitem-post-data-source-post_excerpt" ><p style="text-align: left" ><p>33-year-old Kimbra Leigh Hicks of Lee Cline Road in Conover was arrested today (June 20) by Hickory Police Officers. She&#8217;s charged with felony possession of schedule II controlled substance and&hellip;</p> </p></div><div class="vc_btn3-container vc_btn3-left"><a class="vc_general vc_btn3 vc_btn3-size-md vc_btn3-shape-rounded vc_btn3-style-flat vc_btn3-color-juicy-pink" a href="https://whky.com/conover-woman-jailed-on-drug-offenses/" class="vc_gitem-link vc_general vc_btn3 vc_general vc_btn3 vc_btn3-size-md vc_btn3-shape-rounded vc_btn3-style-flat vc_btn3-color-juicy-pink" title="Read more">Read more</a></div></div></div></div></div></div><div class="vc_clearfix"></div></div><div class="vc_grid-item vc_clearfix vc_col-sm-3 vc_grid-item-zone-c-bottom"><div class="vc_grid-item-mini vc_clearfix "><div class="vc_gitem-animated-block" ><div class="vc_gitem-zone vc_gitem-zone-a vc-gitem-zone-height-mode-auto vc-gitem-zone-height-mode-auto-1-1 vc_gitem-is-link" style="background-image: url('https://whky.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/10/NCDOI-Logo-100724.jpg') !important;"><a href="https://whky.com/denver-nc-man-charged-by-state-officials-with-felony-insurance-fraud-for-allegedly-lying-about-damage-to-vehicle/" title="Denver, NC Man Charged By State Officials With Felony Insurance Fraud For Allegedly Lying About Damage To Vehicle" class="vc_gitem-link vc-zone-link" ></a><img class="vc_gitem-zone-img" src="https://whky.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/10/NCDOI-Logo-100724.jpg" alt="Denver, NC Man Charged By State Officials With Felony Insurance Fraud For Allegedly Lying About Damage To Vehicle" loading="lazy"><div class="vc_gitem-zone-mini"></div></div></div><div class="vc_gitem-zone vc_gitem-zone-c vc_custom_1419240516480"><div class="vc_gitem-zone-mini"><div class="vc_gitem_row vc_row vc_gitem-row-position-top"><div class="vc_col-sm-12 vc_gitem-col vc_gitem-col-align-"><div class="vc_custom_heading vc_gitem-post-data vc_gitem-post-data-source-post_title" ><h4 style="text-align: left" >Denver, NC Man Charged By State Officials With Felony Insurance Fraud For Allegedly Lying About Damage To Vehicle</h4></div><div class="vc_custom_heading vc_gitem-post-data vc_gitem-post-data-source-post_excerpt" ><p style="text-align: left" ><p>North Carolina Insurance Commissioner Mike Causey Thursday announced the arrest of 52-year-old Donald Edward Johnson, Jr. of St. James Church Road in Denver, NC. Johnson is charged with one count&hellip;</p> </p></div><div class="vc_btn3-container vc_btn3-left"><a class="vc_general vc_btn3 vc_btn3-size-md vc_btn3-shape-rounded vc_btn3-style-flat vc_btn3-color-juicy-pink" a href="https://whky.com/denver-nc-man-charged-by-state-officials-with-felony-insurance-fraud-for-allegedly-lying-about-damage-to-vehicle/" class="vc_gitem-link vc_general vc_btn3 vc_general vc_btn3 vc_btn3-size-md vc_btn3-shape-rounded vc_btn3-style-flat vc_btn3-color-juicy-pink" title="Read more">Read more</a></div></div></div></div></div></div><div class="vc_clearfix"></div></div><div class="vc_grid-item vc_clearfix vc_col-sm-3 vc_grid-item-zone-c-bottom"><div class="vc_grid-item-mini vc_clearfix "><div class="vc_gitem-animated-block" ><div class="vc_gitem-zone vc_gitem-zone-a vc-gitem-zone-height-mode-auto vc-gitem-zone-height-mode-auto-1-1 vc_gitem-is-link" style="background-image: url('https://whky.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/06/Newton-Larceny-Suspect-061925.jpg') !important;"><a href="https://whky.com/suspect-sought-in-newton-larceny/" title="Suspect Sought in Newton Larceny" class="vc_gitem-link vc-zone-link" ></a><img class="vc_gitem-zone-img" src="https://whky.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/06/Newton-Larceny-Suspect-061925.jpg" alt="Suspect Sought in Newton Larceny" loading="lazy"><div class="vc_gitem-zone-mini"></div></div></div><div class="vc_gitem-zone vc_gitem-zone-c vc_custom_1419240516480"><div class="vc_gitem-zone-mini"><div class="vc_gitem_row vc_row vc_gitem-row-position-top"><div class="vc_col-sm-12 vc_gitem-col vc_gitem-col-align-"><div class="vc_custom_heading vc_gitem-post-data vc_gitem-post-data-source-post_title" ><h4 style="text-align: left" >Suspect Sought in Newton Larceny</h4></div><div class="vc_custom_heading vc_gitem-post-data vc_gitem-post-data-source-post_excerpt" ><p style="text-align: left" ><p>The Newton Police Department is seeking the public’s assistance in identifying the suspect in a larceny investigation. The incident occurred on June 10 at the Marathon Gas Station located at&hellip;</p> </p></div><div class="vc_btn3-container vc_btn3-left"><a class="vc_general vc_btn3 vc_btn3-size-md vc_btn3-shape-rounded vc_btn3-style-flat vc_btn3-color-juicy-pink" a href="https://whky.com/suspect-sought-in-newton-larceny/" class="vc_gitem-link vc_general vc_btn3 vc_general vc_btn3 vc_btn3-size-md vc_btn3-shape-rounded vc_btn3-style-flat vc_btn3-color-juicy-pink" title="Read more">Read more</a></div></div></div></div></div></div><div class="vc_clearfix"></div></div><div class="vc_grid-item vc_clearfix vc_col-sm-3 vc_grid-item-zone-c-bottom"><div class="vc_grid-item-mini vc_clearfix "><div class="vc_gitem-animated-block" ><div class="vc_gitem-zone vc_gitem-zone-a vc-gitem-zone-height-mode-auto vc-gitem-zone-height-mode-auto-1-1 vc_gitem-is-link" style="background-image: url('https://whky.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/06/Glass-James-Edward-061925.jpg') !important;"><a href="https://whky.com/lincolnton-man-jailed-on-catawba-county-statutory-rape-charges/" title="Lincolnton Man Jailed On Catawba County Statutory Rape Charges" class="vc_gitem-link vc-zone-link" ></a><img class="vc_gitem-zone-img" src="https://whky.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/06/Glass-James-Edward-061925.jpg" alt="Lincolnton Man Jailed On Catawba County Statutory Rape Charges" loading="lazy"><div class="vc_gitem-zone-mini"></div></div></div><div class="vc_gitem-zone vc_gitem-zone-c vc_custom_1419240516480"><div class="vc_gitem-zone-mini"><div class="vc_gitem_row vc_row vc_gitem-row-position-top"><div class="vc_col-sm-12 vc_gitem-col vc_gitem-col-align-"><div class="vc_custom_heading vc_gitem-post-data vc_gitem-post-data-source-post_title" ><h4 style="text-align: left" >Lincolnton Man Jailed On Catawba County Statutory Rape Charges</h4></div><div class="vc_custom_heading vc_gitem-post-data vc_gitem-post-data-source-post_excerpt" ><p style="text-align: left" ><p>36-year-old James Edward Glass of Highland Bluff Court in Lincolnton was arrested Wednesday (June 18) by Hickory Police Officers. He&#8217;s charged with two counts of statutory rape of a child&hellip;</p> </p></div><div class="vc_btn3-container vc_btn3-left"><a class="vc_general vc_btn3 vc_btn3-size-md vc_btn3-shape-rounded vc_btn3-style-flat vc_btn3-color-juicy-pink" a href="https://whky.com/lincolnton-man-jailed-on-catawba-county-statutory-rape-charges/" class="vc_gitem-link vc_general vc_btn3 vc_general vc_btn3 vc_btn3-size-md vc_btn3-shape-rounded vc_btn3-style-flat vc_btn3-color-juicy-pink" title="Read more">Read more</a></div></div></div></div></div></div><div class="vc_clearfix"></div></div><div class="vc_grid-item vc_clearfix vc_col-sm-3 vc_grid-item-zone-c-bottom"><div class="vc_grid-item-mini vc_clearfix "><div class="vc_gitem-animated-block" ><div class="vc_gitem-zone vc_gitem-zone-a vc-gitem-zone-height-mode-auto vc-gitem-zone-height-mode-auto-1-1 vc_gitem-is-link" style="background-image: url('https://whky.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/06/Ferguson-Michael-Jerry-061925.jpg') !important;"><a href="https://whky.com/long-view-police-arrest-man-on-drug-charges/" title="Long View Police Arrest Man On Drug Charges" class="vc_gitem-link vc-zone-link" ></a><img class="vc_gitem-zone-img" src="https://whky.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/06/Ferguson-Michael-Jerry-061925.jpg" alt="Long View Police Arrest Man On Drug Charges" loading="lazy"><div class="vc_gitem-zone-mini"></div></div></div><div class="vc_gitem-zone vc_gitem-zone-c vc_custom_1419240516480"><div class="vc_gitem-zone-mini"><div class="vc_gitem_row vc_row vc_gitem-row-position-top"><div class="vc_col-sm-12 vc_gitem-col vc_gitem-col-align-"><div class="vc_custom_heading vc_gitem-post-data vc_gitem-post-data-source-post_title" ><h4 style="text-align: left" >Long View Police Arrest Man On Drug Charges</h4></div><div class="vc_custom_heading vc_gitem-post-data vc_gitem-post-data-source-post_excerpt" ><p style="text-align: left" ><p>42-year-old Michael Jerry Ferguson, who is listed as being homeless, was arrested by Long View Police Officers. He&#8217;s charged with possession of methamphetamine, misdemeanor larceny, and possession of drug paraphernalia.&hellip;</p> </p></div><div class="vc_btn3-container vc_btn3-left"><a class="vc_general vc_btn3 vc_btn3-size-md vc_btn3-shape-rounded vc_btn3-style-flat vc_btn3-color-juicy-pink" a href="https://whky.com/long-view-police-arrest-man-on-drug-charges/" class="vc_gitem-link vc_general vc_btn3 vc_general vc_btn3 vc_btn3-size-md vc_btn3-shape-rounded vc_btn3-style-flat vc_btn3-color-juicy-pink" title="Read more">Read more</a></div></div></div></div></div></div><div class="vc_clearfix"></div></div><div class="vc_grid-item vc_clearfix vc_col-sm-3 vc_grid-item-zone-c-bottom"><div class="vc_grid-item-mini vc_clearfix "><div class="vc_gitem-animated-block" ><div class="vc_gitem-zone vc_gitem-zone-a vc-gitem-zone-height-mode-auto vc-gitem-zone-height-mode-auto-1-1 vc_gitem-is-link" style="background-image: url('https://whky.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/06/Facebook-Meta-Pic-061925.jpg') !important;"><a href="https://whky.com/n-c-attorney-general-warns-of-facebook-related-scam/" title="N.C. Attorney General Warns Of Facebook Related Scam" class="vc_gitem-link vc-zone-link" ></a><img class="vc_gitem-zone-img" src="https://whky.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/06/Facebook-Meta-Pic-061925.jpg" alt="N.C. Attorney General Warns Of Facebook Related Scam" loading="lazy"><div class="vc_gitem-zone-mini"></div></div></div><div class="vc_gitem-zone vc_gitem-zone-c vc_custom_1419240516480"><div class="vc_gitem-zone-mini"><div class="vc_gitem_row vc_row vc_gitem-row-position-top"><div class="vc_col-sm-12 vc_gitem-col vc_gitem-col-align-"><div class="vc_custom_heading vc_gitem-post-data vc_gitem-post-data-source-post_title" ><h4 style="text-align: left" >N.C. Attorney General Warns Of Facebook Related Scam</h4></div><div class="vc_custom_heading vc_gitem-post-data vc_gitem-post-data-source-post_excerpt" ><p style="text-align: left" ><p>Attorney General Jeff Jackson and 41 bipartisan attorneys general are urging Meta to crack down on deceptive Facebook ads luring users into so-called “pump-and-dump” investment schemes and conning them out&hellip;</p> </p></div><div class="vc_btn3-container vc_btn3-left"><a class="vc_general vc_btn3 vc_btn3-size-md vc_btn3-shape-rounded vc_btn3-style-flat vc_btn3-color-juicy-pink" a href="https://whky.com/n-c-attorney-general-warns-of-facebook-related-scam/" class="vc_gitem-link vc_general vc_btn3 vc_general vc_btn3 vc_btn3-size-md vc_btn3-shape-rounded vc_btn3-style-flat vc_btn3-color-juicy-pink" title="Read more">Read more</a></div></div></div></div></div></div><div class="vc_clearfix"></div></div><div class="vc_grid-item vc_clearfix vc_col-sm-3 vc_grid-item-zone-c-bottom"><div class="vc_grid-item-mini vc_clearfix "><div class="vc_gitem-animated-block" ><div class="vc_gitem-zone vc_gitem-zone-a vc-gitem-zone-height-mode-auto vc-gitem-zone-height-mode-auto-1-1 vc_gitem-is-link" style="background-image: url('https://whky.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/06/Limbo-Cody-Dean-061825.jpg') !important;"><a href="https://whky.com/inmate-attempts-to-flee-from-officer-during-medical-evaluation-at-hospital/" title="Inmate Attempts to Flee from Officer During Medical Evaluation at Hospital" class="vc_gitem-link vc-zone-link" ></a><img class="vc_gitem-zone-img" src="https://whky.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/06/Limbo-Cody-Dean-061825.jpg" alt="Inmate Attempts to Flee from Officer During Medical Evaluation at Hospital" loading="lazy"><div class="vc_gitem-zone-mini"></div></div></div><div class="vc_gitem-zone vc_gitem-zone-c vc_custom_1419240516480"><div class="vc_gitem-zone-mini"><div class="vc_gitem_row vc_row vc_gitem-row-position-top"><div class="vc_col-sm-12 vc_gitem-col vc_gitem-col-align-"><div class="vc_custom_heading vc_gitem-post-data vc_gitem-post-data-source-post_title" ><h4 style="text-align: left" >Inmate Attempts to Flee from Officer During Medical Evaluation at Hospital</h4></div><div class="vc_custom_heading vc_gitem-post-data vc_gitem-post-data-source-post_excerpt" ><p style="text-align: left" ><p>24-year-old Cody Dean Limbo of Airport Rhodhiss Road in Hickory has been charged with felony escape from a local jail and misdemeanor counts of assault on a government official or&hellip;</p> </p></div><div class="vc_btn3-container vc_btn3-left"><a class="vc_general vc_btn3 vc_btn3-size-md vc_btn3-shape-rounded vc_btn3-style-flat vc_btn3-color-juicy-pink" a href="https://whky.com/inmate-attempts-to-flee-from-officer-during-medical-evaluation-at-hospital/" class="vc_gitem-link vc_general vc_btn3 vc_general vc_btn3 vc_btn3-size-md vc_btn3-shape-rounded vc_btn3-style-flat vc_btn3-color-juicy-pink" title="Read more">Read more</a></div></div></div></div></div></div><div class="vc_clearfix"></div></div><div class="vc_grid-item vc_clearfix vc_col-sm-3 vc_grid-item-zone-c-bottom"><div class="vc_grid-item-mini vc_clearfix "><div class="vc_gitem-animated-block" ><div class="vc_gitem-zone vc_gitem-zone-a vc-gitem-zone-height-mode-auto vc-gitem-zone-height-mode-auto-1-1 vc_gitem-is-link" style="background-image: url('https://whky.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/06/Farley-Ikard-combo-061825.jpg') !important;"><a href="https://whky.com/two-sentenced-on-federal-meth-firearms-charges/" title="Two Sentenced on Federal Meth &#038; Firearms Charges" class="vc_gitem-link vc-zone-link" ></a><img class="vc_gitem-zone-img" src="https://whky.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/06/Farley-Ikard-combo-061825.jpg" alt="Two Sentenced on Federal Meth & Firearms Charges" loading="lazy"><div class="vc_gitem-zone-mini"></div></div></div><div class="vc_gitem-zone vc_gitem-zone-c vc_custom_1419240516480"><div class="vc_gitem-zone-mini"><div class="vc_gitem_row vc_row vc_gitem-row-position-top"><div class="vc_col-sm-12 vc_gitem-col vc_gitem-col-align-"><div class="vc_custom_heading vc_gitem-post-data vc_gitem-post-data-source-post_title" ><h4 style="text-align: left" >Two Sentenced on Federal Meth &#038; Firearms Charges</h4></div><div class="vc_custom_heading vc_gitem-post-data vc_gitem-post-data-source-post_excerpt" ><p style="text-align: left" ><p>32-year-old Ashton Durrell Farley of Hickory and 46-year-old Thomas Eugene Ikard of Lenoir have both been sentenced in connection with a drug distribution conspiracy. Farley was sentenced to 235 months&hellip;</p> </p></div><div class="vc_btn3-container vc_btn3-left"><a class="vc_general vc_btn3 vc_btn3-size-md vc_btn3-shape-rounded vc_btn3-style-flat vc_btn3-color-juicy-pink" a href="https://whky.com/two-sentenced-on-federal-meth-firearms-charges/" class="vc_gitem-link vc_general vc_btn3 vc_general vc_btn3 vc_btn3-size-md vc_btn3-shape-rounded vc_btn3-style-flat vc_btn3-color-juicy-pink" title="Read more">Read more</a></div></div></div></div></div></div><div class="vc_clearfix"></div></div><div class="vc_grid-item vc_clearfix vc_col-sm-3 vc_grid-item-zone-c-bottom"><div class="vc_grid-item-mini vc_clearfix "><div class="vc_gitem-animated-block" ><div class="vc_gitem-zone vc_gitem-zone-a vc-gitem-zone-height-mode-auto vc-gitem-zone-height-mode-auto-1-1 vc_gitem-is-link" style="background-image: url('https://whky.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/06/Jerrod-Sherone-0061825.jpg') !important;"><a href="https://whky.com/suspect-arrested-in-connection-with-tuesday-incident-in-lincolnton/" title="Suspect Arrested in Connection with Tuesday Incident in Lincolnton" class="vc_gitem-link vc-zone-link" ></a><img class="vc_gitem-zone-img" src="https://whky.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/06/Jerrod-Sherone-0061825.jpg" alt="Suspect Arrested in Connection with Tuesday Incident in Lincolnton" loading="lazy"><div class="vc_gitem-zone-mini"></div></div></div><div class="vc_gitem-zone vc_gitem-zone-c vc_custom_1419240516480"><div class="vc_gitem-zone-mini"><div class="vc_gitem_row vc_row vc_gitem-row-position-top"><div class="vc_col-sm-12 vc_gitem-col vc_gitem-col-align-"><div class="vc_custom_heading vc_gitem-post-data vc_gitem-post-data-source-post_title" ><h4 style="text-align: left" >Suspect Arrested in Connection with Tuesday Incident in Lincolnton</h4></div><div class="vc_custom_heading vc_gitem-post-data vc_gitem-post-data-source-post_excerpt" ><p style="text-align: left" ><p>Jerrod Sherone Moore of Iron Station has been arrested in connection with an incident yesterday (June 17) in Lincolnton. He was charged with possession of a firearm by a convicted&hellip;</p> </p></div><div class="vc_btn3-container vc_btn3-left"><a class="vc_general vc_btn3 vc_btn3-size-md vc_btn3-shape-rounded vc_btn3-style-flat vc_btn3-color-juicy-pink" a href="https://whky.com/suspect-arrested-in-connection-with-tuesday-incident-in-lincolnton/" class="vc_gitem-link vc_general vc_btn3 vc_general vc_btn3 vc_btn3-size-md vc_btn3-shape-rounded vc_btn3-style-flat vc_btn3-color-juicy-pink" title="Read more">Read more</a></div></div></div></div></div></div><div class="vc_clearfix"></div></div><div class="vc_grid-item vc_clearfix vc_col-sm-3 vc_grid-item-zone-c-bottom"><div class="vc_grid-item-mini vc_clearfix "><div class="vc_gitem-animated-block" ><div class="vc_gitem-zone vc_gitem-zone-a vc-gitem-zone-height-mode-auto vc-gitem-zone-height-mode-auto-1-1 vc_gitem-is-link" style="background-image: url('https://whky.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/06/Knapp-Jennifer-Michelle-061825.jpg') !important;"><a href="https://whky.com/newton-woman-charged-with-strangulation-false-imprisonment/" title="Newton Woman Charged With Strangulation, False Imprisonment" class="vc_gitem-link vc-zone-link" ></a><img class="vc_gitem-zone-img" src="https://whky.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/06/Knapp-Jennifer-Michelle-061825.jpg" alt="Newton Woman Charged With Strangulation, False Imprisonment" loading="lazy"><div class="vc_gitem-zone-mini"></div></div></div><div class="vc_gitem-zone vc_gitem-zone-c vc_custom_1419240516480"><div class="vc_gitem-zone-mini"><div class="vc_gitem_row vc_row vc_gitem-row-position-top"><div class="vc_col-sm-12 vc_gitem-col vc_gitem-col-align-"><div class="vc_custom_heading vc_gitem-post-data vc_gitem-post-data-source-post_title" ><h4 style="text-align: left" >Newton Woman Charged With Strangulation, False Imprisonment</h4></div><div class="vc_custom_heading vc_gitem-post-data vc_gitem-post-data-source-post_excerpt" ><p style="text-align: left" ><p>39-year-old Jennifer Michelle Knapp of Overlook Drive in Newton was arrested by Newton Police Officers. She&#8217;s charged with assault by strangulation, assault on a child under 12, and false imprisonment.&hellip;</p> </p></div><div class="vc_btn3-container vc_btn3-left"><a class="vc_general vc_btn3 vc_btn3-size-md vc_btn3-shape-rounded vc_btn3-style-flat vc_btn3-color-juicy-pink" a href="https://whky.com/newton-woman-charged-with-strangulation-false-imprisonment/" class="vc_gitem-link vc_general vc_btn3 vc_general vc_btn3 vc_btn3-size-md vc_btn3-shape-rounded vc_btn3-style-flat vc_btn3-color-juicy-pink" title="Read more">Read more</a></div></div></div></div></div></div><div class="vc_clearfix"></div></div><div class="vc_grid-item vc_clearfix vc_col-sm-3 vc_grid-item-zone-c-bottom"><div class="vc_grid-item-mini vc_clearfix "><div class="vc_gitem-animated-block" ><div class="vc_gitem-zone vc_gitem-zone-a vc-gitem-zone-height-mode-auto vc-gitem-zone-height-mode-auto-1-1 vc_gitem-is-link" style="background-image: url('https://whky.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/06/Dickerson-Josephine-Castle-061825.jpg') !important;"><a href="https://whky.com/claremont-woman-charged-with-assault-child-abuse/" title="Claremont Woman Charged With Assault, Child Abuse" class="vc_gitem-link vc-zone-link" ></a><img class="vc_gitem-zone-img" src="https://whky.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/06/Dickerson-Josephine-Castle-061825.jpg" alt="Claremont Woman Charged With Assault, Child Abuse" loading="lazy"><div class="vc_gitem-zone-mini"></div></div></div><div class="vc_gitem-zone vc_gitem-zone-c vc_custom_1419240516480"><div class="vc_gitem-zone-mini"><div class="vc_gitem_row vc_row vc_gitem-row-position-top"><div class="vc_col-sm-12 vc_gitem-col vc_gitem-col-align-"><div class="vc_custom_heading vc_gitem-post-data vc_gitem-post-data-source-post_title" ><h4 style="text-align: left" >Claremont Woman Charged With Assault, Child Abuse</h4></div><div class="vc_custom_heading vc_gitem-post-data vc_gitem-post-data-source-post_excerpt" ><p style="text-align: left" ><p>42-year-old Josephine Castle Dickerson of Oxford Way in Claremont was arrested today (June 18) by Hickory Police Officers. She&#8217;s charged with assault with a deadly weapon with intent to kill,&hellip;</p> </p></div><div class="vc_btn3-container vc_btn3-left"><a class="vc_general vc_btn3 vc_btn3-size-md vc_btn3-shape-rounded vc_btn3-style-flat vc_btn3-color-juicy-pink" a href="https://whky.com/claremont-woman-charged-with-assault-child-abuse/" class="vc_gitem-link vc_general vc_btn3 vc_general vc_btn3 vc_btn3-size-md vc_btn3-shape-rounded vc_btn3-style-flat vc_btn3-color-juicy-pink" title="Read more">Read more</a></div></div></div></div></div></div><div class="vc_clearfix"></div></div><div class="vc_grid-item vc_clearfix vc_col-sm-3 vc_grid-item-zone-c-bottom"><div class="vc_grid-item-mini vc_clearfix "><div class="vc_gitem-animated-block" ><div class="vc_gitem-zone vc_gitem-zone-a vc-gitem-zone-height-mode-auto vc-gitem-zone-height-mode-auto-1-1 vc_gitem-is-link" style="background-image: url('https://whky.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/06/Kincaid-Charles-Rodell-III-061825.jpg') !important;"><a href="https://whky.com/suspect-in-mass-shooting-who-reportedly-drove-getaway-vehicle-appears-in-court/" title="Suspect In Mass Shooting Who Allegedly Drove Getaway Vehicle Appears In Court" class="vc_gitem-link vc-zone-link" ></a><img class="vc_gitem-zone-img" src="https://whky.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/06/Kincaid-Charles-Rodell-III-061825.jpg" alt="Suspect In Mass Shooting Who Allegedly Drove Getaway Vehicle Appears In Court" loading="lazy"><div class="vc_gitem-zone-mini"></div></div></div><div class="vc_gitem-zone vc_gitem-zone-c vc_custom_1419240516480"><div class="vc_gitem-zone-mini"><div class="vc_gitem_row vc_row vc_gitem-row-position-top"><div class="vc_col-sm-12 vc_gitem-col vc_gitem-col-align-"><div class="vc_custom_heading vc_gitem-post-data vc_gitem-post-data-source-post_title" ><h4 style="text-align: left" >Suspect In Mass Shooting Who Allegedly Drove Getaway Vehicle Appears In Court</h4></div><div class="vc_custom_heading vc_gitem-post-data vc_gitem-post-data-source-post_excerpt" ><p style="text-align: left" ><p>A Burke County man arrested last week in connection to a mass shooting on June 1 in Mountain View made a court appearance on Tuesday (June 17) in Newton. 27-year-old&hellip;</p> </p></div><div class="vc_btn3-container vc_btn3-left"><a class="vc_general vc_btn3 vc_btn3-size-md vc_btn3-shape-rounded vc_btn3-style-flat vc_btn3-color-juicy-pink" a href="https://whky.com/suspect-in-mass-shooting-who-reportedly-drove-getaway-vehicle-appears-in-court/" class="vc_gitem-link vc_general vc_btn3 vc_general vc_btn3 vc_btn3-size-md vc_btn3-shape-rounded vc_btn3-style-flat vc_btn3-color-juicy-pink" title="Read more">Read more</a></div></div></div></div></div></div><div class="vc_clearfix"></div></div><div class="vc_grid-item vc_clearfix vc_col-sm-3 vc_grid-item-zone-c-bottom"><div class="vc_grid-item-mini vc_clearfix "><div class="vc_gitem-animated-block" ><div class="vc_gitem-zone vc_gitem-zone-a vc-gitem-zone-height-mode-auto vc-gitem-zone-height-mode-auto-1-1 vc_gitem-is-link" style="background-image: url('https://whky.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/06/Alexander-County-Five-Combo-Pic-061825.jpg') !important;"><a href="https://whky.com/multiple-suspects-charged-in-connection-to-break-in-investigation/" title="Multiple Suspects Charged In Connection To Break-in Investigation" class="vc_gitem-link vc-zone-link" ></a><img class="vc_gitem-zone-img" src="https://whky.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/06/Alexander-County-Five-Combo-Pic-061825.jpg" alt="Multiple Suspects Charged In Connection To Break-in Investigation" loading="lazy"><div class="vc_gitem-zone-mini"></div></div></div><div class="vc_gitem-zone vc_gitem-zone-c vc_custom_1419240516480"><div class="vc_gitem-zone-mini"><div class="vc_gitem_row vc_row vc_gitem-row-position-top"><div class="vc_col-sm-12 vc_gitem-col vc_gitem-col-align-"><div class="vc_custom_heading vc_gitem-post-data vc_gitem-post-data-source-post_title" ><h4 style="text-align: left" >Multiple Suspects Charged In Connection To Break-in Investigation</h4></div><div class="vc_custom_heading vc_gitem-post-data vc_gitem-post-data-source-post_excerpt" ><p style="text-align: left" ><p>Five Taylorsville residents were arrested by the Alexander County Sheriff&#8217;s Office in connection to break-ins. On Monday (June 16) at approximately 12:00 p.m. the Alexander County 911 Center received a&hellip;</p> </p></div><div class="vc_btn3-container vc_btn3-left"><a class="vc_general vc_btn3 vc_btn3-size-md vc_btn3-shape-rounded vc_btn3-style-flat vc_btn3-color-juicy-pink" a href="https://whky.com/multiple-suspects-charged-in-connection-to-break-in-investigation/" class="vc_gitem-link vc_general vc_btn3 vc_general vc_btn3 vc_btn3-size-md vc_btn3-shape-rounded vc_btn3-style-flat vc_btn3-color-juicy-pink" title="Read more">Read more</a></div></div></div></div></div></div><div class="vc_clearfix"></div></div><div class="vc_grid-item vc_clearfix vc_col-sm-3 vc_grid-item-zone-c-bottom"><div class="vc_grid-item-mini vc_clearfix "><div class="vc_gitem-animated-block" ><div class="vc_gitem-zone vc_gitem-zone-a vc-gitem-zone-height-mode-auto vc-gitem-zone-height-mode-auto-1-1 vc_gitem-is-link" style="background-image: url('https://whky.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/06/Wilshire-Michelle-061725.jpg') !important;"><a href="https://whky.com/hickory-woman-sentenced-for-embezzling-from-employer/" title="Hickory Woman Sentenced for Embezzling from Employer" class="vc_gitem-link vc-zone-link" ></a><img class="vc_gitem-zone-img" src="https://whky.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/06/Wilshire-Michelle-061725.jpg" alt="Hickory Woman Sentenced for Embezzling from Employer" loading="lazy"><div class="vc_gitem-zone-mini"></div></div></div><div class="vc_gitem-zone vc_gitem-zone-c vc_custom_1419240516480"><div class="vc_gitem-zone-mini"><div class="vc_gitem_row vc_row vc_gitem-row-position-top"><div class="vc_col-sm-12 vc_gitem-col vc_gitem-col-align-"><div class="vc_custom_heading vc_gitem-post-data vc_gitem-post-data-source-post_title" ><h4 style="text-align: left" >Hickory Woman Sentenced for Embezzling from Employer</h4></div><div class="vc_custom_heading vc_gitem-post-data vc_gitem-post-data-source-post_excerpt" ><p style="text-align: left" ><p>50-year-old Michelle Wilshire of Hickory was sentenced today (June 17) to 46 months in prison followed by two years of supervised release for embezzling more than $900,000 from her employer.&hellip;</p> </p></div><div class="vc_btn3-container vc_btn3-left"><a class="vc_general vc_btn3 vc_btn3-size-md vc_btn3-shape-rounded vc_btn3-style-flat vc_btn3-color-juicy-pink" a href="https://whky.com/hickory-woman-sentenced-for-embezzling-from-employer/" class="vc_gitem-link vc_general vc_btn3 vc_general vc_btn3 vc_btn3-size-md vc_btn3-shape-rounded vc_btn3-style-flat vc_btn3-color-juicy-pink" title="Read more">Read more</a></div></div></div></div></div></div><div class="vc_clearfix"></div></div><div class="vc_grid-item vc_clearfix vc_col-sm-3 vc_grid-item-zone-c-bottom"><div class="vc_grid-item-mini vc_clearfix "><div class="vc_gitem-animated-block" ><div class="vc_gitem-zone vc_gitem-zone-a vc-gitem-zone-height-mode-auto vc-gitem-zone-height-mode-auto-1-1 vc_gitem-is-link" style="background-image: url('https://whky.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/06/Stikeleather-Richard-Eugene-061725.jpg') !important;"><a href="https://whky.com/registered-sex-offender-jailed-on-alexander-county-charges/" title="Registered Sex Offender Jailed On Alexander County Charges" class="vc_gitem-link vc-zone-link" ></a><img class="vc_gitem-zone-img" src="https://whky.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/06/Stikeleather-Richard-Eugene-061725.jpg" alt="Registered Sex Offender Jailed On Alexander County Charges" loading="lazy"><div class="vc_gitem-zone-mini"></div></div></div><div class="vc_gitem-zone vc_gitem-zone-c vc_custom_1419240516480"><div class="vc_gitem-zone-mini"><div class="vc_gitem_row vc_row vc_gitem-row-position-top"><div class="vc_col-sm-12 vc_gitem-col vc_gitem-col-align-"><div class="vc_custom_heading vc_gitem-post-data vc_gitem-post-data-source-post_title" ><h4 style="text-align: left" >Registered Sex Offender Jailed On Alexander County Charges</h4></div><div class="vc_custom_heading vc_gitem-post-data vc_gitem-post-data-source-post_excerpt" ><p style="text-align: left" ><p>68-year-old Richard Eugene Stikeleather of Taylorsville was arrested Monday (June 16) by Alexander County Sheriff&#8217;s Officers. He&#8217;s charged with two counts apiece of failure to notify law enforcement of an&hellip;</p> </p></div><div class="vc_btn3-container vc_btn3-left"><a class="vc_general vc_btn3 vc_btn3-size-md vc_btn3-shape-rounded vc_btn3-style-flat vc_btn3-color-juicy-pink" a href="https://whky.com/registered-sex-offender-jailed-on-alexander-county-charges/" class="vc_gitem-link vc_general vc_btn3 vc_general vc_btn3 vc_btn3-size-md vc_btn3-shape-rounded vc_btn3-style-flat vc_btn3-color-juicy-pink" title="Read more">Read more</a></div></div></div></div></div></div><div class="vc_clearfix"></div></div><div class="vc_grid-item vc_clearfix vc_col-sm-3 vc_grid-item-zone-c-bottom"><div class="vc_grid-item-mini vc_clearfix "><div class="vc_gitem-animated-block" ><div class="vc_gitem-zone vc_gitem-zone-a vc-gitem-zone-height-mode-auto vc-gitem-zone-height-mode-auto-1-1 vc_gitem-is-link" style="background-image: url('https://whky.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/06/Clark-Dewayne-Jaron-061725.jpg') !important;"><a href="https://whky.com/hickory-man-charged-with-break-in-theft-offenses/" title="Hickory Man Charged With Break-in, Theft Offenses" class="vc_gitem-link vc-zone-link" ></a><img class="vc_gitem-zone-img" src="https://whky.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/06/Clark-Dewayne-Jaron-061725.jpg" alt="Hickory Man Charged With Break-in, Theft Offenses" loading="lazy"><div class="vc_gitem-zone-mini"></div></div></div><div class="vc_gitem-zone vc_gitem-zone-c vc_custom_1419240516480"><div class="vc_gitem-zone-mini"><div class="vc_gitem_row vc_row vc_gitem-row-position-top"><div class="vc_col-sm-12 vc_gitem-col vc_gitem-col-align-"><div class="vc_custom_heading vc_gitem-post-data vc_gitem-post-data-source-post_title" ><h4 style="text-align: left" >Hickory Man Charged With Break-in, Theft Offenses</h4></div><div class="vc_custom_heading vc_gitem-post-data vc_gitem-post-data-source-post_excerpt" ><p style="text-align: left" ><p>33-year-old Dewayne Jaron Clark of 5th Street SE in Hickory was arrested Monday (June 16) by Catawba County Sheriff&#8217;s Officers. He&#8217;s charged with felony breaking &amp; entering, larceny after breaking&hellip;</p> </p></div><div class="vc_btn3-container vc_btn3-left"><a class="vc_general vc_btn3 vc_btn3-size-md vc_btn3-shape-rounded vc_btn3-style-flat vc_btn3-color-juicy-pink" a href="https://whky.com/hickory-man-charged-with-break-in-theft-offenses/" class="vc_gitem-link vc_general vc_btn3 vc_general vc_btn3 vc_btn3-size-md vc_btn3-shape-rounded vc_btn3-style-flat vc_btn3-color-juicy-pink" title="Read more">Read more</a></div></div></div></div></div></div><div class="vc_clearfix"></div></div><div class="vc_grid-item vc_clearfix vc_col-sm-3 vc_grid-item-zone-c-bottom"><div class="vc_grid-item-mini vc_clearfix "><div class="vc_gitem-animated-block" ><div class="vc_gitem-zone vc_gitem-zone-a vc-gitem-zone-height-mode-auto vc-gitem-zone-height-mode-auto-1-1 vc_gitem-is-link" style="background-image: url('https://whky.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/06/Dunford-Ashley-Nicole-061725.jpg') !important;"><a href="https://whky.com/claremont-woman-arrested-on-caldwell-county-identity-theft-conspiracy-charges/" title="Claremont Woman Arrested On Caldwell County Identity Theft, Conspiracy Charges" class="vc_gitem-link vc-zone-link" ></a><img class="vc_gitem-zone-img" src="https://whky.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/06/Dunford-Ashley-Nicole-061725.jpg" alt="Claremont Woman Arrested On Caldwell County Identity Theft, Conspiracy Charges" loading="lazy"><div class="vc_gitem-zone-mini"></div></div></div><div class="vc_gitem-zone vc_gitem-zone-c vc_custom_1419240516480"><div class="vc_gitem-zone-mini"><div class="vc_gitem_row vc_row vc_gitem-row-position-top"><div class="vc_col-sm-12 vc_gitem-col vc_gitem-col-align-"><div class="vc_custom_heading vc_gitem-post-data vc_gitem-post-data-source-post_title" ><h4 style="text-align: left" >Claremont Woman Arrested On Caldwell County Identity Theft, Conspiracy Charges</h4></div><div class="vc_custom_heading vc_gitem-post-data vc_gitem-post-data-source-post_excerpt" ><p style="text-align: left" ><p>33-year-old Ashley Nicole Dunford of Bethany Church Road in Claremont was arrested by Catawba County Sheriff&#8217;s Officers. She&#8217;s charged with identity theft, felony conspiracy, obtain property by false pretense, and&hellip;</p> </p></div><div class="vc_btn3-container vc_btn3-left"><a class="vc_general vc_btn3 vc_btn3-size-md vc_btn3-shape-rounded vc_btn3-style-flat vc_btn3-color-juicy-pink" a href="https://whky.com/claremont-woman-arrested-on-caldwell-county-identity-theft-conspiracy-charges/" class="vc_gitem-link vc_general vc_btn3 vc_general vc_btn3 vc_btn3-size-md vc_btn3-shape-rounded vc_btn3-style-flat vc_btn3-color-juicy-pink" title="Read more">Read more</a></div></div></div></div></div></div><div class="vc_clearfix"></div></div><div class="vc_grid-item vc_clearfix vc_col-sm-3 vc_grid-item-zone-c-bottom"><div class="vc_grid-item-mini vc_clearfix "><div class="vc_gitem-animated-block" ><div class="vc_gitem-zone vc_gitem-zone-a vc-gitem-zone-height-mode-auto vc-gitem-zone-height-mode-auto-1-1 vc_gitem-is-link" style="background-image: url('https://whky.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/06/Smart-Adam-Joseph-061725.jpg') !important;"><a href="https://whky.com/taylorsville-man-charged-with-catawba-county-drug-offenses/" title="Taylorsville Man Charged With Catawba County Drug Offenses" class="vc_gitem-link vc-zone-link" ></a><img class="vc_gitem-zone-img" src="https://whky.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/06/Smart-Adam-Joseph-061725.jpg" alt="Taylorsville Man Charged With Catawba County Drug Offenses" loading="lazy"><div class="vc_gitem-zone-mini"></div></div></div><div class="vc_gitem-zone vc_gitem-zone-c vc_custom_1419240516480"><div class="vc_gitem-zone-mini"><div class="vc_gitem_row vc_row vc_gitem-row-position-top"><div class="vc_col-sm-12 vc_gitem-col vc_gitem-col-align-"><div class="vc_custom_heading vc_gitem-post-data vc_gitem-post-data-source-post_title" ><h4 style="text-align: left" >Taylorsville Man Charged With Catawba County Drug Offenses</h4></div><div class="vc_custom_heading vc_gitem-post-data vc_gitem-post-data-source-post_excerpt" ><p style="text-align: left" ><p>45-year-old Adam Joseph Smart of Crest Knolls Street in Taylorsville was arrested by Catawba County Sheriff&#8217;s Officers. He&#8217;s charged with possession of methamphetamine, possession of drug paraphernalia, and domestic violence&hellip;</p> </p></div><div class="vc_btn3-container vc_btn3-left"><a class="vc_general vc_btn3 vc_btn3-size-md vc_btn3-shape-rounded vc_btn3-style-flat vc_btn3-color-juicy-pink" a href="https://whky.com/taylorsville-man-charged-with-catawba-county-drug-offenses/" class="vc_gitem-link vc_general vc_btn3 vc_general vc_btn3 vc_btn3-size-md vc_btn3-shape-rounded vc_btn3-style-flat vc_btn3-color-juicy-pink" title="Read more">Read more</a></div></div></div></div></div></div><div class="vc_clearfix"></div></div><div class="vc_grid-item vc_clearfix vc_col-sm-3 vc_grid-item-zone-c-bottom"><div class="vc_grid-item-mini vc_clearfix "><div class="vc_gitem-animated-block" ><div class="vc_gitem-zone vc_gitem-zone-a vc-gitem-zone-height-mode-auto vc-gitem-zone-height-mode-auto-1-1 vc_gitem-is-link" style="background-image: url('https://whky.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/06/Bollinger-Erica-Danielle-061625.jpg') !important;"><a href="https://whky.com/hildebran-woman-faces-felony-meth-charges/" title="Hildebran Woman Faces Felony Meth Charges" class="vc_gitem-link vc-zone-link" ></a><img class="vc_gitem-zone-img" src="https://whky.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/06/Bollinger-Erica-Danielle-061625.jpg" alt="Hildebran Woman Faces Felony Meth Charges" loading="lazy"><div class="vc_gitem-zone-mini"></div></div></div><div class="vc_gitem-zone vc_gitem-zone-c vc_custom_1419240516480"><div class="vc_gitem-zone-mini"><div class="vc_gitem_row vc_row vc_gitem-row-position-top"><div class="vc_col-sm-12 vc_gitem-col vc_gitem-col-align-"><div class="vc_custom_heading vc_gitem-post-data vc_gitem-post-data-source-post_title" ><h4 style="text-align: left" >Hildebran Woman Faces Felony Meth Charges</h4></div><div class="vc_custom_heading vc_gitem-post-data vc_gitem-post-data-source-post_excerpt" ><p style="text-align: left" ><p>40-year-old Erica Danielle Bollinger of 2nd Avenue S.W. in Hildebran has been arrested by Catawba County Sheriff&#8217;s Officers on two counts of possession with intent to manufacture, sell, or deliver&hellip;</p> </p></div><div class="vc_btn3-container vc_btn3-left"><a class="vc_general vc_btn3 vc_btn3-size-md vc_btn3-shape-rounded vc_btn3-style-flat vc_btn3-color-juicy-pink" a href="https://whky.com/hildebran-woman-faces-felony-meth-charges/" class="vc_gitem-link vc_general vc_btn3 vc_general vc_btn3 vc_btn3-size-md vc_btn3-shape-rounded vc_btn3-style-flat vc_btn3-color-juicy-pink" title="Read more">Read more</a></div></div></div></div></div></div><div class="vc_clearfix"></div></div><div class="vc_grid-item vc_clearfix vc_col-sm-3 vc_grid-item-zone-c-bottom"><div class="vc_grid-item-mini vc_clearfix "><div class="vc_gitem-animated-block" ><div class="vc_gitem-zone vc_gitem-zone-a vc-gitem-zone-height-mode-auto vc-gitem-zone-height-mode-auto-1-1 vc_gitem-is-link" style="background-image: url('https://whky.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/06/Young-Ethan-Scott-061625.jpg') !important;"><a href="https://whky.com/man-jailed-in-alexander-county-after-allegedly-firing-into-vehicle/" title="Man Jailed In Alexander County After Allegedly Firing Into Vehicle" class="vc_gitem-link vc-zone-link" ></a><img class="vc_gitem-zone-img" src="https://whky.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/06/Young-Ethan-Scott-061625.jpg" alt="Man Jailed In Alexander County After Allegedly Firing Into Vehicle" loading="lazy"><div class="vc_gitem-zone-mini"></div></div></div><div class="vc_gitem-zone vc_gitem-zone-c vc_custom_1419240516480"><div class="vc_gitem-zone-mini"><div class="vc_gitem_row vc_row vc_gitem-row-position-top"><div class="vc_col-sm-12 vc_gitem-col vc_gitem-col-align-"><div class="vc_custom_heading vc_gitem-post-data vc_gitem-post-data-source-post_title" ><h4 style="text-align: left" >Man Jailed In Alexander County After Allegedly Firing Into Vehicle</h4></div><div class="vc_custom_heading vc_gitem-post-data vc_gitem-post-data-source-post_excerpt" ><p style="text-align: left" ><p>30-year-old Ethan Scott Young of Stony Point was arrested Friday (June 13) by Alexander County Sheriff’s Officers. He’s charged with felony discharging a weapon into occupied property and possession of&hellip;</p> </p></div><div class="vc_btn3-container vc_btn3-left"><a class="vc_general vc_btn3 vc_btn3-size-md vc_btn3-shape-rounded vc_btn3-style-flat vc_btn3-color-juicy-pink" a href="https://whky.com/man-jailed-in-alexander-county-after-allegedly-firing-into-vehicle/" class="vc_gitem-link vc_general vc_btn3 vc_general vc_btn3 vc_btn3-size-md vc_btn3-shape-rounded vc_btn3-style-flat vc_btn3-color-juicy-pink" title="Read more">Read more</a></div></div></div></div></div></div><div class="vc_clearfix"></div></div><div class="vc_grid-item vc_clearfix vc_col-sm-3 vc_grid-item-zone-c-bottom"><div class="vc_grid-item-mini vc_clearfix "><div class="vc_gitem-animated-block" ><div class="vc_gitem-zone vc_gitem-zone-a vc-gitem-zone-height-mode-auto vc-gitem-zone-height-mode-auto-1-1 vc_gitem-is-link" style="background-image: url('https://whky.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/06/IMG_0314.jpeg') !important;"><a href="https://whky.com/suspect-sought-in-fatal-shooting/" title="Suspect Sought In Fatal Shooting" class="vc_gitem-link vc-zone-link" ></a><img class="vc_gitem-zone-img" src="https://whky.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/06/IMG_0314.jpeg" alt="Suspect Sought In Fatal Shooting" loading="lazy"><div class="vc_gitem-zone-mini"></div></div></div><div class="vc_gitem-zone vc_gitem-zone-c vc_custom_1419240516480"><div class="vc_gitem-zone-mini"><div class="vc_gitem_row vc_row vc_gitem-row-position-top"><div class="vc_col-sm-12 vc_gitem-col vc_gitem-col-align-"><div class="vc_custom_heading vc_gitem-post-data vc_gitem-post-data-source-post_title" ><h4 style="text-align: left" >Suspect Sought In Fatal Shooting</h4></div><div class="vc_custom_heading vc_gitem-post-data vc_gitem-post-data-source-post_excerpt" ><p style="text-align: left" ><p>A fatal shooting is under investigation, and a suspect has been identified. On Saturday, (June 14) at approximately 12:45 p.m., the Statesville Police Department responded to a report of shots&hellip;</p> </p></div><div class="vc_btn3-container vc_btn3-left"><a class="vc_general vc_btn3 vc_btn3-size-md vc_btn3-shape-rounded vc_btn3-style-flat vc_btn3-color-juicy-pink" a href="https://whky.com/suspect-sought-in-fatal-shooting/" class="vc_gitem-link vc_general vc_btn3 vc_general vc_btn3 vc_btn3-size-md vc_btn3-shape-rounded vc_btn3-style-flat vc_btn3-color-juicy-pink" title="Read more">Read more</a></div></div></div></div></div></div><div class="vc_clearfix"></div></div><div class="vc_grid-item vc_clearfix vc_col-sm-3 vc_grid-item-zone-c-bottom"><div class="vc_grid-item-mini vc_clearfix "><div class="vc_gitem-animated-block" ><div class="vc_gitem-zone vc_gitem-zone-a vc-gitem-zone-height-mode-auto vc-gitem-zone-height-mode-auto-1-1 vc_gitem-is-link" style="background-image: url('https://whky.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/05/Shooting-Investigation-Generic-News-Graphic-052225.jpg') !important;"><a href="https://whky.com/fatal-shooting-under-investigation/" title="Fatal Shooting Under Investigation" class="vc_gitem-link vc-zone-link" ></a><img class="vc_gitem-zone-img" src="https://whky.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/05/Shooting-Investigation-Generic-News-Graphic-052225.jpg" alt="Fatal Shooting Under Investigation" loading="lazy"><div class="vc_gitem-zone-mini"></div></div></div><div class="vc_gitem-zone vc_gitem-zone-c vc_custom_1419240516480"><div class="vc_gitem-zone-mini"><div class="vc_gitem_row vc_row vc_gitem-row-position-top"><div class="vc_col-sm-12 vc_gitem-col vc_gitem-col-align-"><div class="vc_custom_heading vc_gitem-post-data vc_gitem-post-data-source-post_title" ><h4 style="text-align: left" >Fatal Shooting Under Investigation</h4></div><div class="vc_custom_heading vc_gitem-post-data vc_gitem-post-data-source-post_excerpt" ><p style="text-align: left" ><p>A fatal shooting is under investigation in Statesville. On Saturday (June 14) at approximately 5:35 a.m., officers with the Statesville Police Department responded to a report of shots fired in&hellip;</p> </p></div><div class="vc_btn3-container vc_btn3-left"><a class="vc_general vc_btn3 vc_btn3-size-md vc_btn3-shape-rounded vc_btn3-style-flat vc_btn3-color-juicy-pink" a href="https://whky.com/fatal-shooting-under-investigation/" class="vc_gitem-link vc_general vc_btn3 vc_general vc_btn3 vc_btn3-size-md vc_btn3-shape-rounded vc_btn3-style-flat vc_btn3-color-juicy-pink" title="Read more">Read more</a></div></div></div></div></div></div><div class="vc_clearfix"></div></div><div class="vc_grid-item vc_clearfix vc_col-sm-3 vc_grid-item-zone-c-bottom"><div class="vc_grid-item-mini vc_clearfix "><div class="vc_gitem-animated-block" ><div class="vc_gitem-zone vc_gitem-zone-a vc-gitem-zone-height-mode-auto vc-gitem-zone-height-mode-auto-1-1 vc_gitem-is-link" style="background-image: url('https://whky.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/06/Kenyan-Malik-Jackson-061325.jpg') !important;"><a href="https://whky.com/newton-man-charged-with-firearm-offense/" title="Newton Man Charged With Firearm Offense" class="vc_gitem-link vc-zone-link" ></a><img class="vc_gitem-zone-img" src="https://whky.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/06/Kenyan-Malik-Jackson-061325.jpg" alt="Newton Man Charged With Firearm Offense" loading="lazy"><div class="vc_gitem-zone-mini"></div></div></div><div class="vc_gitem-zone vc_gitem-zone-c vc_custom_1419240516480"><div class="vc_gitem-zone-mini"><div class="vc_gitem_row vc_row vc_gitem-row-position-top"><div class="vc_col-sm-12 vc_gitem-col vc_gitem-col-align-"><div class="vc_custom_heading vc_gitem-post-data vc_gitem-post-data-source-post_title" ><h4 style="text-align: left" >Newton Man Charged With Firearm Offense</h4></div><div class="vc_custom_heading vc_gitem-post-data vc_gitem-post-data-source-post_excerpt" ><p style="text-align: left" ><p>23-year-old Kenyan Malik Jackson of Samanthas Wells in Newton was arrested today (June 13) by Catawba County Sheriff&#8217;s Officers. He&#8217;s charged with possession of a stolen firearm. Jackson was jailed&hellip;</p> </p></div><div class="vc_btn3-container vc_btn3-left"><a class="vc_general vc_btn3 vc_btn3-size-md vc_btn3-shape-rounded vc_btn3-style-flat vc_btn3-color-juicy-pink" a href="https://whky.com/newton-man-charged-with-firearm-offense/" class="vc_gitem-link vc_general vc_btn3 vc_general vc_btn3 vc_btn3-size-md vc_btn3-shape-rounded vc_btn3-style-flat vc_btn3-color-juicy-pink" title="Read more">Read more</a></div></div></div></div></div></div><div class="vc_clearfix"></div></div><div class="vc_grid-item vc_clearfix vc_col-sm-3 vc_grid-item-zone-c-bottom"><div class="vc_grid-item-mini vc_clearfix "><div class="vc_gitem-animated-block" ><div class="vc_gitem-zone vc_gitem-zone-a vc-gitem-zone-height-mode-auto vc-gitem-zone-height-mode-auto-1-1 vc_gitem-is-link" style="background-image: url('https://whky.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/06/Leigh-Kody-Chayce-061325.jpg') !important;"><a href="https://whky.com/claremont-man-charged-with-false-imprisonment/" title="Claremont Man Charged With False Imprisonment" class="vc_gitem-link vc-zone-link" ></a><img class="vc_gitem-zone-img" src="https://whky.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/06/Leigh-Kody-Chayce-061325.jpg" alt="Claremont Man Charged With False Imprisonment" loading="lazy"><div class="vc_gitem-zone-mini"></div></div></div><div class="vc_gitem-zone vc_gitem-zone-c vc_custom_1419240516480"><div class="vc_gitem-zone-mini"><div class="vc_gitem_row vc_row vc_gitem-row-position-top"><div class="vc_col-sm-12 vc_gitem-col vc_gitem-col-align-"><div class="vc_custom_heading vc_gitem-post-data vc_gitem-post-data-source-post_title" ><h4 style="text-align: left" >Claremont Man Charged With False Imprisonment</h4></div><div class="vc_custom_heading vc_gitem-post-data vc_gitem-post-data-source-post_excerpt" ><p style="text-align: left" ><p>28-year-old Kody Chayce Leigh of Midnight Drive in Claremont was arrested today (June 13) by Catawba County Sheriff&#8217;s Officers. He&#8217;s charged with false imprisonment, assault by pointing a gun, assault&hellip;</p> </p></div><div class="vc_btn3-container vc_btn3-left"><a class="vc_general vc_btn3 vc_btn3-size-md vc_btn3-shape-rounded vc_btn3-style-flat vc_btn3-color-juicy-pink" a href="https://whky.com/claremont-man-charged-with-false-imprisonment/" class="vc_gitem-link vc_general vc_btn3 vc_general vc_btn3 vc_btn3-size-md vc_btn3-shape-rounded vc_btn3-style-flat vc_btn3-color-juicy-pink" title="Read more">Read more</a></div></div></div></div></div></div><div class="vc_clearfix"></div></div><div class="vc_grid-item vc_clearfix vc_col-sm-3 vc_grid-item-zone-c-bottom"><div class="vc_grid-item-mini vc_clearfix "><div class="vc_gitem-animated-block" ><div class="vc_gitem-zone vc_gitem-zone-a vc-gitem-zone-height-mode-auto vc-gitem-zone-height-mode-auto-1-1 vc_gitem-is-link" style="background-image: url('https://whky.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/06/Baker-Ashley-Nicole-061325.jpg') !important;"><a href="https://whky.com/hickory-woman-charged-with-drug-offenses/" title="Hickory Woman Charged With Drug Offenses" class="vc_gitem-link vc-zone-link" ></a><img class="vc_gitem-zone-img" src="https://whky.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/06/Baker-Ashley-Nicole-061325.jpg" alt="Hickory Woman Charged With Drug Offenses" loading="lazy"><div class="vc_gitem-zone-mini"></div></div></div><div class="vc_gitem-zone vc_gitem-zone-c vc_custom_1419240516480"><div class="vc_gitem-zone-mini"><div class="vc_gitem_row vc_row vc_gitem-row-position-top"><div class="vc_col-sm-12 vc_gitem-col vc_gitem-col-align-"><div class="vc_custom_heading vc_gitem-post-data vc_gitem-post-data-source-post_title" ><h4 style="text-align: left" >Hickory Woman Charged With Drug Offenses</h4></div><div class="vc_custom_heading vc_gitem-post-data vc_gitem-post-data-source-post_excerpt" ><p style="text-align: left" ><p>41-year-old Ashley Nichole Baker of Hotel Drive in Hickory was arrested today (June 13) by Maiden Police Officers. She&#8217;s charged with felony possession of schedule II controlled substance and possession&hellip;</p> </p></div><div class="vc_btn3-container vc_btn3-left"><a class="vc_general vc_btn3 vc_btn3-size-md vc_btn3-shape-rounded vc_btn3-style-flat vc_btn3-color-juicy-pink" a href="https://whky.com/hickory-woman-charged-with-drug-offenses/" class="vc_gitem-link vc_general vc_btn3 vc_general vc_btn3 vc_btn3-size-md vc_btn3-shape-rounded vc_btn3-style-flat vc_btn3-color-juicy-pink" title="Read more">Read more</a></div></div></div></div></div></div><div class="vc_clearfix"></div></div><div class="vc_grid-item vc_clearfix vc_col-sm-3 vc_grid-item-zone-c-bottom"><div class="vc_grid-item-mini vc_clearfix "><div class="vc_gitem-animated-block" ><div class="vc_gitem-zone vc_gitem-zone-a vc-gitem-zone-height-mode-auto vc-gitem-zone-height-mode-auto-1-1 vc_gitem-is-link" style="background-image: url('https://whky.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/06/Yang-Thao-061325.jpg') !important;"><a href="https://whky.com/hickory-man-charged-with-assault-inflicting-injury/" title="Hickory Man Charged With Assault Inflicting Injury" class="vc_gitem-link vc-zone-link" ></a><img class="vc_gitem-zone-img" src="https://whky.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/06/Yang-Thao-061325.jpg" alt="Hickory Man Charged With Assault Inflicting Injury" loading="lazy"><div class="vc_gitem-zone-mini"></div></div></div><div class="vc_gitem-zone vc_gitem-zone-c vc_custom_1419240516480"><div class="vc_gitem-zone-mini"><div class="vc_gitem_row vc_row vc_gitem-row-position-top"><div class="vc_col-sm-12 vc_gitem-col vc_gitem-col-align-"><div class="vc_custom_heading vc_gitem-post-data vc_gitem-post-data-source-post_title" ><h4 style="text-align: left" >Hickory Man Charged With Assault Inflicting Injury</h4></div><div class="vc_custom_heading vc_gitem-post-data vc_gitem-post-data-source-post_excerpt" ><p style="text-align: left" ><p>36-year-old Thao Yang of 23rd Street NE in Hickory was arrested Thursday (June 12) by Hickory Police Officers. He&#8217;s charged with assault with a deadly weapon inflicting serious injury. Yang&hellip;</p> </p></div><div class="vc_btn3-container vc_btn3-left"><a class="vc_general vc_btn3 vc_btn3-size-md vc_btn3-shape-rounded vc_btn3-style-flat vc_btn3-color-juicy-pink" a href="https://whky.com/hickory-man-charged-with-assault-inflicting-injury/" class="vc_gitem-link vc_general vc_btn3 vc_general vc_btn3 vc_btn3-size-md vc_btn3-shape-rounded vc_btn3-style-flat vc_btn3-color-juicy-pink" title="Read more">Read more</a></div></div></div></div></div></div><div class="vc_clearfix"></div></div><div class="vc_grid-item vc_clearfix vc_col-sm-3 vc_grid-item-zone-c-bottom"><div class="vc_grid-item-mini vc_clearfix "><div class="vc_gitem-animated-block" ><div class="vc_gitem-zone vc_gitem-zone-a vc-gitem-zone-height-mode-auto vc-gitem-zone-height-mode-auto-1-1 vc_gitem-is-link" style="background-image: url('https://whky.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/06/Mercado-Ramsey-Monk-061325.jpg') !important;"><a href="https://whky.com/catawba-county-residents-arrested-on-iredell-county-drug-charges/" title="Catawba County Residents Arrested On Iredell County Drug Charges" class="vc_gitem-link vc-zone-link" ></a><img class="vc_gitem-zone-img" src="https://whky.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/06/Mercado-Ramsey-Monk-061325.jpg" alt="Catawba County Residents Arrested On Iredell County Drug Charges" loading="lazy"><div class="vc_gitem-zone-mini"></div></div></div><div class="vc_gitem-zone vc_gitem-zone-c vc_custom_1419240516480"><div class="vc_gitem-zone-mini"><div class="vc_gitem_row vc_row vc_gitem-row-position-top"><div class="vc_col-sm-12 vc_gitem-col vc_gitem-col-align-"><div class="vc_custom_heading vc_gitem-post-data vc_gitem-post-data-source-post_title" ><h4 style="text-align: left" >Catawba County Residents Arrested On Iredell County Drug Charges</h4></div><div class="vc_custom_heading vc_gitem-post-data vc_gitem-post-data-source-post_excerpt" ><p style="text-align: left" ><p>32-year-old Constance Marie Mercado of 9th Street SE in Conover, 31-year-old Shawn Burton Ramsey of 21st Street Drive SE in Hickory and 35-year-old Scott Eric Monk of Mt. Olive Church&hellip;</p> </p></div><div class="vc_btn3-container vc_btn3-left"><a class="vc_general vc_btn3 vc_btn3-size-md vc_btn3-shape-rounded vc_btn3-style-flat vc_btn3-color-juicy-pink" a href="https://whky.com/catawba-county-residents-arrested-on-iredell-county-drug-charges/" class="vc_gitem-link vc_general vc_btn3 vc_general vc_btn3 vc_btn3-size-md vc_btn3-shape-rounded vc_btn3-style-flat vc_btn3-color-juicy-pink" title="Read more">Read more</a></div></div></div></div></div></div><div class="vc_clearfix"></div></div><div class="vc_grid-item vc_clearfix vc_col-sm-3 vc_grid-item-zone-c-bottom"><div class="vc_grid-item-mini vc_clearfix "><div class="vc_gitem-animated-block" ><div class="vc_gitem-zone vc_gitem-zone-a vc-gitem-zone-height-mode-auto vc-gitem-zone-height-mode-auto-1-1 vc_gitem-is-link" style="background-image: url('https://whky.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/06/Adams-Hallman-Cox-Combo-Pic-061325.jpg') !important;"><a href="https://whky.com/two-suspects-charged-in-break-in-third-person-sought/" title="Two Suspects Charged In Break-in, Third Person Sought" class="vc_gitem-link vc-zone-link" ></a><img class="vc_gitem-zone-img" src="https://whky.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/06/Adams-Hallman-Cox-Combo-Pic-061325.jpg" alt="Two Suspects Charged In Break-in, Third Person Sought" loading="lazy"><div class="vc_gitem-zone-mini"></div></div></div><div class="vc_gitem-zone vc_gitem-zone-c vc_custom_1419240516480"><div class="vc_gitem-zone-mini"><div class="vc_gitem_row vc_row vc_gitem-row-position-top"><div class="vc_col-sm-12 vc_gitem-col vc_gitem-col-align-"><div class="vc_custom_heading vc_gitem-post-data vc_gitem-post-data-source-post_title" ><h4 style="text-align: left" >Two Suspects Charged In Break-in, Third Person Sought</h4></div><div class="vc_custom_heading vc_gitem-post-data vc_gitem-post-data-source-post_excerpt" ><p style="text-align: left" ><p>Two suspects have been arrested and another is being sought in a case in Iredell County. On Thursday, June 5, deputies with the Iredell County Sheriff’s Office responded to the&hellip;</p> </p></div><div class="vc_btn3-container vc_btn3-left"><a class="vc_general vc_btn3 vc_btn3-size-md vc_btn3-shape-rounded vc_btn3-style-flat vc_btn3-color-juicy-pink" a href="https://whky.com/two-suspects-charged-in-break-in-third-person-sought/" class="vc_gitem-link vc_general vc_btn3 vc_general vc_btn3 vc_btn3-size-md vc_btn3-shape-rounded vc_btn3-style-flat vc_btn3-color-juicy-pink" title="Read more">Read more</a></div></div></div></div></div></div><div class="vc_clearfix"></div></div><div class="vc_grid-item vc_clearfix vc_col-sm-3 vc_grid-item-zone-c-bottom"><div class="vc_grid-item-mini vc_clearfix "><div class="vc_gitem-animated-block" ><div class="vc_gitem-zone vc_gitem-zone-a vc-gitem-zone-height-mode-auto vc-gitem-zone-height-mode-auto-1-1 vc_gitem-is-link" style="background-image: url('https://whky.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/05/Shooting-Investigation-Generic-News-Graphic-052225.jpg') !important;"><a href="https://whky.com/burke-county-shooting-under-investigation/" title="Burke County Shooting Under Investigation" class="vc_gitem-link vc-zone-link" ></a><img class="vc_gitem-zone-img" src="https://whky.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/05/Shooting-Investigation-Generic-News-Graphic-052225.jpg" alt="Burke County Shooting Under Investigation" loading="lazy"><div class="vc_gitem-zone-mini"></div></div></div><div class="vc_gitem-zone vc_gitem-zone-c vc_custom_1419240516480"><div class="vc_gitem-zone-mini"><div class="vc_gitem_row vc_row vc_gitem-row-position-top"><div class="vc_col-sm-12 vc_gitem-col vc_gitem-col-align-"><div class="vc_custom_heading vc_gitem-post-data vc_gitem-post-data-source-post_title" ><h4 style="text-align: left" >Burke County Shooting Under Investigation</h4></div><div class="vc_custom_heading vc_gitem-post-data vc_gitem-post-data-source-post_excerpt" ><p style="text-align: left" ><p>The Burke County Sheriff’s Office was called to a shooting in the area of Bald Ground Mountain Road in Jonas Ridge this morning (June 12). When Officers arrived, they made&hellip;</p> </p></div><div class="vc_btn3-container vc_btn3-left"><a class="vc_general vc_btn3 vc_btn3-size-md vc_btn3-shape-rounded vc_btn3-style-flat vc_btn3-color-juicy-pink" a href="https://whky.com/burke-county-shooting-under-investigation/" class="vc_gitem-link vc_general vc_btn3 vc_general vc_btn3 vc_btn3-size-md vc_btn3-shape-rounded vc_btn3-style-flat vc_btn3-color-juicy-pink" title="Read more">Read more</a></div></div></div></div></div></div><div class="vc_clearfix"></div></div><div class="vc_grid-item vc_clearfix vc_col-sm-3 vc_grid-item-zone-c-bottom"><div class="vc_grid-item-mini vc_clearfix "><div class="vc_gitem-animated-block" ><div class="vc_gitem-zone vc_gitem-zone-a vc-gitem-zone-height-mode-auto vc-gitem-zone-height-mode-auto-1-1 vc_gitem-is-link" style="background-image: url('https://whky.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/06/Kincaid-Charles-III-061225.jpg') !important;"><a href="https://whky.com/another-arrest-made-in-connection-to-mass-shooting/" title="Another Arrest Made In Connection To Mass Shooting" class="vc_gitem-link vc-zone-link" ></a><img class="vc_gitem-zone-img" src="https://whky.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/06/Kincaid-Charles-III-061225.jpg" alt="Another Arrest Made In Connection To Mass Shooting" loading="lazy"><div class="vc_gitem-zone-mini"></div></div></div><div class="vc_gitem-zone vc_gitem-zone-c vc_custom_1419240516480"><div class="vc_gitem-zone-mini"><div class="vc_gitem_row vc_row vc_gitem-row-position-top"><div class="vc_col-sm-12 vc_gitem-col vc_gitem-col-align-"><div class="vc_custom_heading vc_gitem-post-data vc_gitem-post-data-source-post_title" ><h4 style="text-align: left" >Another Arrest Made In Connection To Mass Shooting</h4></div><div class="vc_custom_heading vc_gitem-post-data vc_gitem-post-data-source-post_excerpt" ><p style="text-align: left" ><p>According to the Catawba County Sheriff’s Office, Charles Rodell Kincaid III has been arrested on one count of attempted first-degree murder. This offense is connected to the alleged crimes Garon&hellip;</p> </p></div><div class="vc_btn3-container vc_btn3-left"><a class="vc_general vc_btn3 vc_btn3-size-md vc_btn3-shape-rounded vc_btn3-style-flat vc_btn3-color-juicy-pink" a href="https://whky.com/another-arrest-made-in-connection-to-mass-shooting/" class="vc_gitem-link vc_general vc_btn3 vc_general vc_btn3 vc_btn3-size-md vc_btn3-shape-rounded vc_btn3-style-flat vc_btn3-color-juicy-pink" title="Read more">Read more</a></div></div></div></div></div></div><div class="vc_clearfix"></div></div><div class="vc_grid-item vc_clearfix vc_col-sm-3 vc_grid-item-zone-c-bottom"><div class="vc_grid-item-mini vc_clearfix "><div class="vc_gitem-animated-block" ><div class="vc_gitem-zone vc_gitem-zone-a vc-gitem-zone-height-mode-auto vc-gitem-zone-height-mode-auto-1-1 vc_gitem-is-link" style="background-image: url('https://whky.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/06/Hamilton-David-Kevin-061225.jpg') !important;"><a href="https://whky.com/human-trafficking-charge-filed-against-lenoir-man/" title="Human Trafficking Charge Filed Against Lenoir Man (Updated with more information, 3:56 p.m., 6/12/25)" class="vc_gitem-link vc-zone-link" ></a><img class="vc_gitem-zone-img" src="https://whky.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/06/Hamilton-David-Kevin-061225.jpg" alt="Human Trafficking Charge Filed Against Lenoir Man (Updated with more information, 3:56 p.m., 6/12/25)" loading="lazy"><div class="vc_gitem-zone-mini"></div></div></div><div class="vc_gitem-zone vc_gitem-zone-c vc_custom_1419240516480"><div class="vc_gitem-zone-mini"><div class="vc_gitem_row vc_row vc_gitem-row-position-top"><div class="vc_col-sm-12 vc_gitem-col vc_gitem-col-align-"><div class="vc_custom_heading vc_gitem-post-data vc_gitem-post-data-source-post_title" ><h4 style="text-align: left" >Human Trafficking Charge Filed Against Lenoir Man (Updated with more information, 3:56 p.m., 6/12/25)</h4></div><div class="vc_custom_heading vc_gitem-post-data vc_gitem-post-data-source-post_excerpt" ><p style="text-align: left" ><p>The North Carolina State Bureau of Investigation (SBI) has announced the arrest of 50-year-old David Kevin Hamilton of Rocky Road in Lenoir. He was arrested Wednesday (June 11) and charged&hellip;</p> </p></div><div class="vc_btn3-container vc_btn3-left"><a class="vc_general vc_btn3 vc_btn3-size-md vc_btn3-shape-rounded vc_btn3-style-flat vc_btn3-color-juicy-pink" a href="https://whky.com/human-trafficking-charge-filed-against-lenoir-man/" class="vc_gitem-link vc_general vc_btn3 vc_general vc_btn3 vc_btn3-size-md vc_btn3-shape-rounded vc_btn3-style-flat vc_btn3-color-juicy-pink" title="Read more">Read more</a></div></div></div></div></div></div><div class="vc_clearfix"></div></div><div class="vc_grid-item vc_clearfix vc_col-sm-3 vc_grid-item-zone-c-bottom"><div class="vc_grid-item-mini vc_clearfix "><div class="vc_gitem-animated-block" ><div class="vc_gitem-zone vc_gitem-zone-a vc-gitem-zone-height-mode-auto vc-gitem-zone-height-mode-auto-1-1 vc_gitem-is-link" style="background-image: url('https://whky.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/06/Smith-and-James-Combo-Pic-061225.jpg') !important;"><a href="https://whky.com/suspects-charged-with-felony-drug-offenses-following-undercover-operation/" title="Suspects Charged With Felony Drug Offenses Following Undercover Operation" class="vc_gitem-link vc-zone-link" ></a><img class="vc_gitem-zone-img" src="https://whky.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/06/Smith-and-James-Combo-Pic-061225.jpg" alt="Suspects Charged With Felony Drug Offenses Following Undercover Operation" loading="lazy"><div class="vc_gitem-zone-mini"></div></div></div><div class="vc_gitem-zone vc_gitem-zone-c vc_custom_1419240516480"><div class="vc_gitem-zone-mini"><div class="vc_gitem_row vc_row vc_gitem-row-position-top"><div class="vc_col-sm-12 vc_gitem-col vc_gitem-col-align-"><div class="vc_custom_heading vc_gitem-post-data vc_gitem-post-data-source-post_title" ><h4 style="text-align: left" >Suspects Charged With Felony Drug Offenses Following Undercover Operation</h4></div><div class="vc_custom_heading vc_gitem-post-data vc_gitem-post-data-source-post_excerpt" ><p style="text-align: left" ><p>48-year-old James William Smith and 43-year-old Kira Holly James, both of the same Fairdale Road, Statesville address, were arrested by Iredell County Sheriff&#8217;s Officers. Smith is charged with four counts&hellip;</p> </p></div><div class="vc_btn3-container vc_btn3-left"><a class="vc_general vc_btn3 vc_btn3-size-md vc_btn3-shape-rounded vc_btn3-style-flat vc_btn3-color-juicy-pink" a href="https://whky.com/suspects-charged-with-felony-drug-offenses-following-undercover-operation/" class="vc_gitem-link vc_general vc_btn3 vc_general vc_btn3 vc_btn3-size-md vc_btn3-shape-rounded vc_btn3-style-flat vc_btn3-color-juicy-pink" title="Read more">Read more</a></div></div></div></div></div></div><div class="vc_clearfix"></div></div><div class="vc_grid-item vc_clearfix vc_col-sm-3 vc_grid-item-zone-c-bottom"><div class="vc_grid-item-mini vc_clearfix "><div class="vc_gitem-animated-block" ><div class="vc_gitem-zone vc_gitem-zone-a vc-gitem-zone-height-mode-auto vc-gitem-zone-height-mode-auto-1-1 vc_gitem-is-link" style="background-image: url('https://whky.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/06/McNeely-Christopher-Derek-061225.jpg') !important;"><a href="https://whky.com/hudson-man-arrested-following-chase-felony-charges-filed/" title="Hudson Man Arrested Following Reported Chase, Felony Charges Filed" class="vc_gitem-link vc-zone-link" ></a><img class="vc_gitem-zone-img" src="https://whky.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/06/McNeely-Christopher-Derek-061225.jpg" alt="Hudson Man Arrested Following Reported Chase, Felony Charges Filed" loading="lazy"><div class="vc_gitem-zone-mini"></div></div></div><div class="vc_gitem-zone vc_gitem-zone-c vc_custom_1419240516480"><div class="vc_gitem-zone-mini"><div class="vc_gitem_row vc_row vc_gitem-row-position-top"><div class="vc_col-sm-12 vc_gitem-col vc_gitem-col-align-"><div class="vc_custom_heading vc_gitem-post-data vc_gitem-post-data-source-post_title" ><h4 style="text-align: left" >Hudson Man Arrested Following Reported Chase, Felony Charges Filed</h4></div><div class="vc_custom_heading vc_gitem-post-data vc_gitem-post-data-source-post_excerpt" ><p style="text-align: left" ><p>40-year-old Christopher Derek McNeely of Hudson was arrested Wednesday (June 11) by Caldwell County Sheriff’s Officers. He’s charged with felony counts of fleeing to elude arrest and possession of a&hellip;</p> </p></div><div class="vc_btn3-container vc_btn3-left"><a class="vc_general vc_btn3 vc_btn3-size-md vc_btn3-shape-rounded vc_btn3-style-flat vc_btn3-color-juicy-pink" a href="https://whky.com/hudson-man-arrested-following-chase-felony-charges-filed/" class="vc_gitem-link vc_general vc_btn3 vc_general vc_btn3 vc_btn3-size-md vc_btn3-shape-rounded vc_btn3-style-flat vc_btn3-color-juicy-pink" title="Read more">Read more</a></div></div></div></div></div></div><div class="vc_clearfix"></div></div><div class="vc_grid-item vc_clearfix vc_col-sm-3 vc_grid-item-zone-c-bottom"><div class="vc_grid-item-mini vc_clearfix "><div class="vc_gitem-animated-block" ><div class="vc_gitem-zone vc_gitem-zone-a vc-gitem-zone-height-mode-auto vc-gitem-zone-height-mode-auto-1-1 vc_gitem-is-link" style="background-image: url('https://whky.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/06/Floyd-Steven-061225.jpg') !important;"><a href="https://whky.com/suspect-charged-with-meth-stolen-vehicle-offenses/" title="Suspect Charged With Meth, Stolen Vehicle Offenses" class="vc_gitem-link vc-zone-link" ></a><img class="vc_gitem-zone-img" src="https://whky.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/06/Floyd-Steven-061225.jpg" alt="Suspect Charged With Meth, Stolen Vehicle Offenses" loading="lazy"><div class="vc_gitem-zone-mini"></div></div></div><div class="vc_gitem-zone vc_gitem-zone-c vc_custom_1419240516480"><div class="vc_gitem-zone-mini"><div class="vc_gitem_row vc_row vc_gitem-row-position-top"><div class="vc_col-sm-12 vc_gitem-col vc_gitem-col-align-"><div class="vc_custom_heading vc_gitem-post-data vc_gitem-post-data-source-post_title" ><h4 style="text-align: left" >Suspect Charged With Meth, Stolen Vehicle Offenses</h4></div><div class="vc_custom_heading vc_gitem-post-data vc_gitem-post-data-source-post_excerpt" ><p style="text-align: left" ><p>37-year-old Steven Floyd of Mooresville was arrested Saturday (June 7) by Troutman Police Officers. He’s charged with possession of methamphetamine, possession of a stolen motor vehicle, possession of drug paraphernalia&hellip;</p> </p></div><div class="vc_btn3-container vc_btn3-left"><a class="vc_general vc_btn3 vc_btn3-size-md vc_btn3-shape-rounded vc_btn3-style-flat vc_btn3-color-juicy-pink" a href="https://whky.com/suspect-charged-with-meth-stolen-vehicle-offenses/" class="vc_gitem-link vc_general vc_btn3 vc_general vc_btn3 vc_btn3-size-md vc_btn3-shape-rounded vc_btn3-style-flat vc_btn3-color-juicy-pink" title="Read more">Read more</a></div></div></div></div></div></div><div class="vc_clearfix"></div></div><div class="vc_grid-item vc_clearfix vc_col-sm-3 vc_grid-item-zone-c-bottom"><div class="vc_grid-item-mini vc_clearfix "><div class="vc_gitem-animated-block" ><div class="vc_gitem-zone vc_gitem-zone-a vc-gitem-zone-height-mode-auto vc-gitem-zone-height-mode-auto-1-1 vc_gitem-is-link" style="background-image: url('https://whky.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/10/NCDOI-Logo-100724.jpg') !important;"><a href="https://whky.com/state-officials-charge-iredell-county-man-with-insurance-fraud-in-case-involving-death-of-pedestrian/" title="State Officials Charge Iredell County Man With Insurance Fraud In Case Involving Death Of Pedestrian" class="vc_gitem-link vc-zone-link" ></a><img class="vc_gitem-zone-img" src="https://whky.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/10/NCDOI-Logo-100724.jpg" alt="State Officials Charge Iredell County Man With Insurance Fraud In Case Involving Death Of Pedestrian" loading="lazy"><div class="vc_gitem-zone-mini"></div></div></div><div class="vc_gitem-zone vc_gitem-zone-c vc_custom_1419240516480"><div class="vc_gitem-zone-mini"><div class="vc_gitem_row vc_row vc_gitem-row-position-top"><div class="vc_col-sm-12 vc_gitem-col vc_gitem-col-align-"><div class="vc_custom_heading vc_gitem-post-data vc_gitem-post-data-source-post_title" ><h4 style="text-align: left" >State Officials Charge Iredell County Man With Insurance Fraud In Case Involving Death Of Pedestrian</h4></div><div class="vc_custom_heading vc_gitem-post-data vc_gitem-post-data-source-post_excerpt" ><p style="text-align: left" ><p>North Carolina Insurance Commissioner Mike Causey Wednesday (June 11) announced the arrest of Scott William Hughes of Saddle Back Lane in Mooresville. Hughes is charged with one count of felony&hellip;</p> </p></div><div class="vc_btn3-container vc_btn3-left"><a class="vc_general vc_btn3 vc_btn3-size-md vc_btn3-shape-rounded vc_btn3-style-flat vc_btn3-color-juicy-pink" a href="https://whky.com/state-officials-charge-iredell-county-man-with-insurance-fraud-in-case-involving-death-of-pedestrian/" class="vc_gitem-link vc_general vc_btn3 vc_general vc_btn3 vc_btn3-size-md vc_btn3-shape-rounded vc_btn3-style-flat vc_btn3-color-juicy-pink" title="Read more">Read more</a></div></div></div></div></div></div><div class="vc_clearfix"></div></div><div class="vc_grid-item vc_clearfix vc_col-sm-3 vc_grid-item-zone-c-bottom"><div class="vc_grid-item-mini vc_clearfix "><div class="vc_gitem-animated-block" ><div class="vc_gitem-zone vc_gitem-zone-a vc-gitem-zone-height-mode-auto vc-gitem-zone-height-mode-auto-1-1 vc_gitem-is-link" style="background-image: url('https://whky.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/10/Catawba-County-Sheriffs-Office-With-Brown-On-Badge-Smaller-Version-102121.jpg') !important;"><a href="https://whky.com/mass-shooting-investigation-continues-police-asking-those-who-lost-cell-phones-at-scene-to-contact-them/" title="Mass Shooting Investigation Continues, Police Asking Those Who Lost Cell Phones At Scene To Contact Them" class="vc_gitem-link vc-zone-link" ></a><img class="vc_gitem-zone-img" src="https://whky.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/10/Catawba-County-Sheriffs-Office-With-Brown-On-Badge-Smaller-Version-102121.jpg" alt="Mass Shooting Investigation Continues, Police Asking Those Who Lost Cell Phones At Scene To Contact Them" loading="lazy"><div class="vc_gitem-zone-mini"></div></div></div><div class="vc_gitem-zone vc_gitem-zone-c vc_custom_1419240516480"><div class="vc_gitem-zone-mini"><div class="vc_gitem_row vc_row vc_gitem-row-position-top"><div class="vc_col-sm-12 vc_gitem-col vc_gitem-col-align-"><div class="vc_custom_heading vc_gitem-post-data vc_gitem-post-data-source-post_title" ><h4 style="text-align: left" >Mass Shooting Investigation Continues, Police Asking Those Who Lost Cell Phones At Scene To Contact Them</h4></div><div class="vc_custom_heading vc_gitem-post-data vc_gitem-post-data-source-post_excerpt" ><p style="text-align: left" ><p>The investigation is continuing into the mass shooting on Walnut Acres Drive in Mountain View on June 1. Eight people have been charged in the case overall. One person was&hellip;</p> </p></div><div class="vc_btn3-container vc_btn3-left"><a class="vc_general vc_btn3 vc_btn3-size-md vc_btn3-shape-rounded vc_btn3-style-flat vc_btn3-color-juicy-pink" a href="https://whky.com/mass-shooting-investigation-continues-police-asking-those-who-lost-cell-phones-at-scene-to-contact-them/" class="vc_gitem-link vc_general vc_btn3 vc_general vc_btn3 vc_btn3-size-md vc_btn3-shape-rounded vc_btn3-style-flat vc_btn3-color-juicy-pink" title="Read more">Read more</a></div></div></div></div></div></div><div class="vc_clearfix"></div></div><div class="vc_grid-item vc_clearfix vc_col-sm-3 vc_grid-item-zone-c-bottom"><div class="vc_grid-item-mini vc_clearfix "><div class="vc_gitem-animated-block" ><div class="vc_gitem-zone vc_gitem-zone-a vc-gitem-zone-height-mode-auto vc-gitem-zone-height-mode-auto-1-1 vc_gitem-is-link" style="background-image: url('https://whky.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/06/Morgan-Alex-Damon-061125.jpg') !important;"><a href="https://whky.com/stony-point-man-arrested-on-2023-charges/" title="Stony Point Man Arrested On 2023 Charges" class="vc_gitem-link vc-zone-link" ></a><img class="vc_gitem-zone-img" src="https://whky.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/06/Morgan-Alex-Damon-061125.jpg" alt="Stony Point Man Arrested On 2023 Charges" loading="lazy"><div class="vc_gitem-zone-mini"></div></div></div><div class="vc_gitem-zone vc_gitem-zone-c vc_custom_1419240516480"><div class="vc_gitem-zone-mini"><div class="vc_gitem_row vc_row vc_gitem-row-position-top"><div class="vc_col-sm-12 vc_gitem-col vc_gitem-col-align-"><div class="vc_custom_heading vc_gitem-post-data vc_gitem-post-data-source-post_title" ><h4 style="text-align: left" >Stony Point Man Arrested On 2023 Charges</h4></div><div class="vc_custom_heading vc_gitem-post-data vc_gitem-post-data-source-post_excerpt" ><p style="text-align: left" ><p>30-year-old Alex Damon Morgan of Stony Point was arrested by authorities in Alexander County. Morgan surrendered to Alexander County custody on Monday (June 9). An order for arrest had been&hellip;</p> </p></div><div class="vc_btn3-container vc_btn3-left"><a class="vc_general vc_btn3 vc_btn3-size-md vc_btn3-shape-rounded vc_btn3-style-flat vc_btn3-color-juicy-pink" a href="https://whky.com/stony-point-man-arrested-on-2023-charges/" class="vc_gitem-link vc_general vc_btn3 vc_general vc_btn3 vc_btn3-size-md vc_btn3-shape-rounded vc_btn3-style-flat vc_btn3-color-juicy-pink" title="Read more">Read more</a></div></div></div></div></div></div><div class="vc_clearfix"></div></div><div class="vc_grid-item vc_clearfix vc_col-sm-3 vc_grid-item-zone-c-bottom"><div class="vc_grid-item-mini vc_clearfix "><div class="vc_gitem-animated-block" ><div class="vc_gitem-zone vc_gitem-zone-a vc-gitem-zone-height-mode-auto vc-gitem-zone-height-mode-auto-1-1 vc_gitem-is-link" style="background-image: url('https://whky.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/06/Smiley-Tara-Suzanne-061125.jpg') !important;"><a href="https://whky.com/jail-sentence-imposed-in-alexander-county-case/" title="Jail Sentence Imposed In Alexander County Case" class="vc_gitem-link vc-zone-link" ></a><img class="vc_gitem-zone-img" src="https://whky.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/06/Smiley-Tara-Suzanne-061125.jpg" alt="Jail Sentence Imposed In Alexander County Case" loading="lazy"><div class="vc_gitem-zone-mini"></div></div></div><div class="vc_gitem-zone vc_gitem-zone-c vc_custom_1419240516480"><div class="vc_gitem-zone-mini"><div class="vc_gitem_row vc_row vc_gitem-row-position-top"><div class="vc_col-sm-12 vc_gitem-col vc_gitem-col-align-"><div class="vc_custom_heading vc_gitem-post-data vc_gitem-post-data-source-post_title" ><h4 style="text-align: left" >Jail Sentence Imposed In Alexander County Case</h4></div><div class="vc_custom_heading vc_gitem-post-data vc_gitem-post-data-source-post_excerpt" ><p style="text-align: left" ><p>An Alexander County woman received a jail sentence this week. 45-year-old Tara Suzanne Smiley of Taylorsville was sentenced to a term of five months on Monday (June 9). Smiley was&hellip;</p> </p></div><div class="vc_btn3-container vc_btn3-left"><a class="vc_general vc_btn3 vc_btn3-size-md vc_btn3-shape-rounded vc_btn3-style-flat vc_btn3-color-juicy-pink" a href="https://whky.com/jail-sentence-imposed-in-alexander-county-case/" class="vc_gitem-link vc_general vc_btn3 vc_general vc_btn3 vc_btn3-size-md vc_btn3-shape-rounded vc_btn3-style-flat vc_btn3-color-juicy-pink" title="Read more">Read more</a></div></div></div></div></div></div><div class="vc_clearfix"></div></div><div class="vc_grid-item vc_clearfix vc_col-sm-3 vc_grid-item-zone-c-bottom"><div class="vc_grid-item-mini vc_clearfix "><div class="vc_gitem-animated-block" ><div class="vc_gitem-zone vc_gitem-zone-a vc-gitem-zone-height-mode-auto vc-gitem-zone-height-mode-auto-1-1 vc_gitem-is-link" style="background-image: url('https://whky.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/06/Myers-Christopher-Durand-061125.jpg') !important;"><a href="https://whky.com/newton-man-charged-with-attempted-robbery-assault/" title="Newton Man Charged With Attempted Robbery, Assault" class="vc_gitem-link vc-zone-link" ></a><img class="vc_gitem-zone-img" src="https://whky.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/06/Myers-Christopher-Durand-061125.jpg" alt="Newton Man Charged With Attempted Robbery, Assault" loading="lazy"><div class="vc_gitem-zone-mini"></div></div></div><div class="vc_gitem-zone vc_gitem-zone-c vc_custom_1419240516480"><div class="vc_gitem-zone-mini"><div class="vc_gitem_row vc_row vc_gitem-row-position-top"><div class="vc_col-sm-12 vc_gitem-col vc_gitem-col-align-"><div class="vc_custom_heading vc_gitem-post-data vc_gitem-post-data-source-post_title" ><h4 style="text-align: left" >Newton Man Charged With Attempted Robbery, Assault</h4></div><div class="vc_custom_heading vc_gitem-post-data vc_gitem-post-data-source-post_excerpt" ><p style="text-align: left" ><p>45-year-old Christopher Durand Myers, who is listed as a homeless person from Newton, was arrested Tuesday (June 10) by Hickory Police Officers. He&#8217;s charged with attempted common law robbery, assault&hellip;</p> </p></div><div class="vc_btn3-container vc_btn3-left"><a class="vc_general vc_btn3 vc_btn3-size-md vc_btn3-shape-rounded vc_btn3-style-flat vc_btn3-color-juicy-pink" a href="https://whky.com/newton-man-charged-with-attempted-robbery-assault/" class="vc_gitem-link vc_general vc_btn3 vc_general vc_btn3 vc_btn3-size-md vc_btn3-shape-rounded vc_btn3-style-flat vc_btn3-color-juicy-pink" title="Read more">Read more</a></div></div></div></div></div></div><div class="vc_clearfix"></div></div><div class="vc_grid-item vc_clearfix vc_col-sm-3 vc_grid-item-zone-c-bottom"><div class="vc_grid-item-mini vc_clearfix "><div class="vc_gitem-animated-block" ><div class="vc_gitem-zone vc_gitem-zone-a vc-gitem-zone-height-mode-auto vc-gitem-zone-height-mode-auto-1-1 vc_gitem-is-link" style="background-image: url('https://whky.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/06/Smith-Midian-Ronteze-061125.jpg') !important;"><a href="https://whky.com/lenoir-man-charged-with-stolen-vehicle-offense-in-catawba-county/" title="Lenoir Man Charged With Stolen Vehicle Offense In Catawba County" class="vc_gitem-link vc-zone-link" ></a><img class="vc_gitem-zone-img" src="https://whky.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/06/Smith-Midian-Ronteze-061125.jpg" alt="Lenoir Man Charged With Stolen Vehicle Offense In Catawba County" loading="lazy"><div class="vc_gitem-zone-mini"></div></div></div><div class="vc_gitem-zone vc_gitem-zone-c vc_custom_1419240516480"><div class="vc_gitem-zone-mini"><div class="vc_gitem_row vc_row vc_gitem-row-position-top"><div class="vc_col-sm-12 vc_gitem-col vc_gitem-col-align-"><div class="vc_custom_heading vc_gitem-post-data vc_gitem-post-data-source-post_title" ><h4 style="text-align: left" >Lenoir Man Charged With Stolen Vehicle Offense In Catawba County</h4></div><div class="vc_custom_heading vc_gitem-post-data vc_gitem-post-data-source-post_excerpt" ><p style="text-align: left" ><p>51-year-old Midian Ronteze Smith of Nuway Circle NE in Lenoir was arrested by Conover Police Officers. He&#8217;s charged with possession of a stolen motor vehicle, driving while license revoked, and&hellip;</p> </p></div><div class="vc_btn3-container vc_btn3-left"><a class="vc_general vc_btn3 vc_btn3-size-md vc_btn3-shape-rounded vc_btn3-style-flat vc_btn3-color-juicy-pink" a href="https://whky.com/lenoir-man-charged-with-stolen-vehicle-offense-in-catawba-county/" class="vc_gitem-link vc_general vc_btn3 vc_general vc_btn3 vc_btn3-size-md vc_btn3-shape-rounded vc_btn3-style-flat vc_btn3-color-juicy-pink" title="Read more">Read more</a></div></div></div></div></div></div><div class="vc_clearfix"></div></div><div class="vc_grid-item vc_clearfix vc_col-sm-3 vc_grid-item-zone-c-bottom"><div class="vc_grid-item-mini vc_clearfix "><div class="vc_gitem-animated-block" ><div class="vc_gitem-zone vc_gitem-zone-a vc-gitem-zone-height-mode-auto vc-gitem-zone-height-mode-auto-1-1 vc_gitem-is-link" style="background-image: url('https://whky.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/06/Teague-Lacey-Wayne-Jr-061125.jpg') !important;"><a href="https://whky.com/wanted-suspect-arrested-on-felony-charge/" title="Wanted Suspect Arrested On Felony Charge" class="vc_gitem-link vc-zone-link" ></a><img class="vc_gitem-zone-img" src="https://whky.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/06/Teague-Lacey-Wayne-Jr-061125.jpg" alt="Wanted Suspect Arrested On Felony Charge" loading="lazy"><div class="vc_gitem-zone-mini"></div></div></div><div class="vc_gitem-zone vc_gitem-zone-c vc_custom_1419240516480"><div class="vc_gitem-zone-mini"><div class="vc_gitem_row vc_row vc_gitem-row-position-top"><div class="vc_col-sm-12 vc_gitem-col vc_gitem-col-align-"><div class="vc_custom_heading vc_gitem-post-data vc_gitem-post-data-source-post_title" ><h4 style="text-align: left" >Wanted Suspect Arrested On Felony Charge</h4></div><div class="vc_custom_heading vc_gitem-post-data vc_gitem-post-data-source-post_excerpt" ><p style="text-align: left" ><p>A man who was on the Burke County most wanted list has been arrested. 35-year-old Lacey Wayne Teague, Jr. of Tom Smith Avenue in Connelly Springs turned himself into the&hellip;</p> </p></div><div class="vc_btn3-container vc_btn3-left"><a class="vc_general vc_btn3 vc_btn3-size-md vc_btn3-shape-rounded vc_btn3-style-flat vc_btn3-color-juicy-pink" a href="https://whky.com/wanted-suspect-arrested-on-felony-charge/" class="vc_gitem-link vc_general vc_btn3 vc_general vc_btn3 vc_btn3-size-md vc_btn3-shape-rounded vc_btn3-style-flat vc_btn3-color-juicy-pink" title="Read more">Read more</a></div></div></div></div></div></div><div class="vc_clearfix"></div></div><div class="vc_grid-item vc_clearfix vc_col-sm-3 vc_grid-item-zone-c-bottom"><div class="vc_grid-item-mini vc_clearfix "><div class="vc_gitem-animated-block" ><div class="vc_gitem-zone vc_gitem-zone-a vc-gitem-zone-height-mode-auto vc-gitem-zone-height-mode-auto-1-1 vc_gitem-is-link" style="background-image: url('https://whky.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/06/Clark-Ramseur-Alexander-Combo-Pic-061125.jpg') !important;"><a href="https://whky.com/two-suspects-in-late-may-shooting-arrested-one-still-being-sought/" title="Two Suspects In Late May Shooting Arrested, One Still Being Sought" class="vc_gitem-link vc-zone-link" ></a><img class="vc_gitem-zone-img" src="https://whky.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/06/Clark-Ramseur-Alexander-Combo-Pic-061125.jpg" alt="Two Suspects In Late May Shooting Arrested, One Still Being Sought" loading="lazy"><div class="vc_gitem-zone-mini"></div></div></div><div class="vc_gitem-zone vc_gitem-zone-c vc_custom_1419240516480"><div class="vc_gitem-zone-mini"><div class="vc_gitem_row vc_row vc_gitem-row-position-top"><div class="vc_col-sm-12 vc_gitem-col vc_gitem-col-align-"><div class="vc_custom_heading vc_gitem-post-data vc_gitem-post-data-source-post_title" ><h4 style="text-align: left" >Two Suspects In Late May Shooting Arrested, One Still Being Sought</h4></div><div class="vc_custom_heading vc_gitem-post-data vc_gitem-post-data-source-post_excerpt" ><p style="text-align: left" ><p>Two suspects wanted in connection with a shooting have been apprehended, a third suspect was still being sought. On Monday (June 9) 18-year-old Antonieo Yurome Clark and 24-year-old Chakrisis La’Richard&hellip;</p> </p></div><div class="vc_btn3-container vc_btn3-left"><a class="vc_general vc_btn3 vc_btn3-size-md vc_btn3-shape-rounded vc_btn3-style-flat vc_btn3-color-juicy-pink" a href="https://whky.com/two-suspects-in-late-may-shooting-arrested-one-still-being-sought/" class="vc_gitem-link vc_general vc_btn3 vc_general vc_btn3 vc_btn3-size-md vc_btn3-shape-rounded vc_btn3-style-flat vc_btn3-color-juicy-pink" title="Read more">Read more</a></div></div></div></div></div></div><div class="vc_clearfix"></div></div><div class="vc_grid-item vc_clearfix vc_col-sm-3 vc_grid-item-zone-c-bottom"><div class="vc_grid-item-mini vc_clearfix "><div class="vc_gitem-animated-block" ><div class="vc_gitem-zone vc_gitem-zone-a vc-gitem-zone-height-mode-auto vc-gitem-zone-height-mode-auto-1-1 vc_gitem-is-link" style="background-image: url('https://whky.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/NC-Highway-Patrol-Badge-030617.gif') !important;"><a href="https://whky.com/three-children-in-critical-condition-after-a-car-ran-into-their-lemonade-stand-in-burke-county/" title="Three Children in Critical Condition After A Car Ran Into Their Lemonade Stand in Burke County" class="vc_gitem-link vc-zone-link" ></a><img class="vc_gitem-zone-img" src="https://whky.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/NC-Highway-Patrol-Badge-030617.gif" alt="Three Children in Critical Condition After A Car Ran Into Their Lemonade Stand in Burke County" loading="lazy"><div class="vc_gitem-zone-mini"></div></div></div><div class="vc_gitem-zone vc_gitem-zone-c vc_custom_1419240516480"><div class="vc_gitem-zone-mini"><div class="vc_gitem_row vc_row vc_gitem-row-position-top"><div class="vc_col-sm-12 vc_gitem-col vc_gitem-col-align-"><div class="vc_custom_heading vc_gitem-post-data vc_gitem-post-data-source-post_title" ><h4 style="text-align: left" >Three Children in Critical Condition After A Car Ran Into Their Lemonade Stand in Burke County</h4></div><div class="vc_custom_heading vc_gitem-post-data vc_gitem-post-data-source-post_excerpt" ><p style="text-align: left" ><p>North Carolina State Highway Patrol is investigating a collision in Burke County involving three children hit by a car while selling lemonade. At the time of this report, two of&hellip;</p> </p></div><div class="vc_btn3-container vc_btn3-left"><a class="vc_general vc_btn3 vc_btn3-size-md vc_btn3-shape-rounded vc_btn3-style-flat vc_btn3-color-juicy-pink" a href="https://whky.com/three-children-in-critical-condition-after-a-car-ran-into-their-lemonade-stand-in-burke-county/" class="vc_gitem-link vc_general vc_btn3 vc_general vc_btn3 vc_btn3-size-md vc_btn3-shape-rounded vc_btn3-style-flat vc_btn3-color-juicy-pink" title="Read more">Read more</a></div></div></div></div></div></div><div class="vc_clearfix"></div></div><div class="vc_grid-item vc_clearfix vc_col-sm-3 vc_grid-item-zone-c-bottom"><div class="vc_grid-item-mini vc_clearfix "><div class="vc_gitem-animated-block" ><div class="vc_gitem-zone vc_gitem-zone-a vc-gitem-zone-height-mode-auto vc-gitem-zone-height-mode-auto-1-1 vc_gitem-is-link" style="background-image: url('https://whky.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/06/Lindsay-Brittany-Geraldine-061025.jpg') !important;"><a href="https://whky.com/conover-woman-charged-with-drug-offenses/" title="Conover Woman Charged With Drug Offenses" class="vc_gitem-link vc-zone-link" ></a><img class="vc_gitem-zone-img" src="https://whky.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/06/Lindsay-Brittany-Geraldine-061025.jpg" alt="Conover Woman Charged With Drug Offenses" loading="lazy"><div class="vc_gitem-zone-mini"></div></div></div><div class="vc_gitem-zone vc_gitem-zone-c vc_custom_1419240516480"><div class="vc_gitem-zone-mini"><div class="vc_gitem_row vc_row vc_gitem-row-position-top"><div class="vc_col-sm-12 vc_gitem-col vc_gitem-col-align-"><div class="vc_custom_heading vc_gitem-post-data vc_gitem-post-data-source-post_title" ><h4 style="text-align: left" >Conover Woman Charged With Drug Offenses</h4></div><div class="vc_custom_heading vc_gitem-post-data vc_gitem-post-data-source-post_excerpt" ><p style="text-align: left" ><p>35-year-old Brittany Geraldine Lindsay of Rifle Range Road in Conover was arrested Friday (June 6) by Hickory Police Officers. She&#8217;s charged with possession of methamphetamine and two counts of possession&hellip;</p> </p></div><div class="vc_btn3-container vc_btn3-left"><a class="vc_general vc_btn3 vc_btn3-size-md vc_btn3-shape-rounded vc_btn3-style-flat vc_btn3-color-juicy-pink" a href="https://whky.com/conover-woman-charged-with-drug-offenses/" class="vc_gitem-link vc_general vc_btn3 vc_general vc_btn3 vc_btn3-size-md vc_btn3-shape-rounded vc_btn3-style-flat vc_btn3-color-juicy-pink" title="Read more">Read more</a></div></div></div></div></div></div><div class="vc_clearfix"></div></div><div class="vc_grid-item vc_clearfix vc_col-sm-3 vc_grid-item-zone-c-bottom"><div class="vc_grid-item-mini vc_clearfix "><div class="vc_gitem-animated-block" ><div class="vc_gitem-zone vc_gitem-zone-a vc-gitem-zone-height-mode-auto vc-gitem-zone-height-mode-auto-1-1 vc_gitem-is-link" style="background-image: url('https://whky.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/06/Waddell-Kevin-Lynn-061025.jpg') !important;"><a href="https://whky.com/statesville-man-jailed-in-alexander-county/" title="Statesville Man Jailed In Alexander County" class="vc_gitem-link vc-zone-link" ></a><img class="vc_gitem-zone-img" src="https://whky.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/06/Waddell-Kevin-Lynn-061025.jpg" alt="Statesville Man Jailed In Alexander County" loading="lazy"><div class="vc_gitem-zone-mini"></div></div></div><div class="vc_gitem-zone vc_gitem-zone-c vc_custom_1419240516480"><div class="vc_gitem-zone-mini"><div class="vc_gitem_row vc_row vc_gitem-row-position-top"><div class="vc_col-sm-12 vc_gitem-col vc_gitem-col-align-"><div class="vc_custom_heading vc_gitem-post-data vc_gitem-post-data-source-post_title" ><h4 style="text-align: left" >Statesville Man Jailed In Alexander County</h4></div><div class="vc_custom_heading vc_gitem-post-data vc_gitem-post-data-source-post_excerpt" ><p style="text-align: left" ><p>45-year-old Kevin Lynn Waddell of Statesville, was arrested by Alexander County Sheriff’s Officers. He&#8217;s charged with felony probation violation. He was arrested June 3 and remained in the Alexander County&hellip;</p> </p></div><div class="vc_btn3-container vc_btn3-left"><a class="vc_general vc_btn3 vc_btn3-size-md vc_btn3-shape-rounded vc_btn3-style-flat vc_btn3-color-juicy-pink" a href="https://whky.com/statesville-man-jailed-in-alexander-county/" class="vc_gitem-link vc_general vc_btn3 vc_general vc_btn3 vc_btn3-size-md vc_btn3-shape-rounded vc_btn3-style-flat vc_btn3-color-juicy-pink" title="Read more">Read more</a></div></div></div></div></div></div><div class="vc_clearfix"></div></div><div class="vc_grid-item vc_clearfix vc_col-sm-3 vc_grid-item-zone-c-bottom"><div class="vc_grid-item-mini vc_clearfix "><div class="vc_gitem-animated-block" ><div class="vc_gitem-zone vc_gitem-zone-a vc-gitem-zone-height-mode-auto vc-gitem-zone-height-mode-auto-1-1 vc_gitem-is-link" style="background-image: url('https://whky.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/06/Wood-Nathaniel-Hastens-061025.jpg') !important;"><a href="https://whky.com/hickory-man-arrested-on-drug-trafficking-charge/" title="Hickory Man Arrested On Drug Trafficking Charge" class="vc_gitem-link vc-zone-link" ></a><img class="vc_gitem-zone-img" src="https://whky.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/06/Wood-Nathaniel-Hastens-061025.jpg" alt="Hickory Man Arrested On Drug Trafficking Charge" loading="lazy"><div class="vc_gitem-zone-mini"></div></div></div><div class="vc_gitem-zone vc_gitem-zone-c vc_custom_1419240516480"><div class="vc_gitem-zone-mini"><div class="vc_gitem_row vc_row vc_gitem-row-position-top"><div class="vc_col-sm-12 vc_gitem-col vc_gitem-col-align-"><div class="vc_custom_heading vc_gitem-post-data vc_gitem-post-data-source-post_title" ><h4 style="text-align: left" >Hickory Man Arrested On Drug Trafficking Charge</h4></div><div class="vc_custom_heading vc_gitem-post-data vc_gitem-post-data-source-post_excerpt" ><p style="text-align: left" ><p>36-year-old Nathaniel Hastens Wood of Hickory was arrested Monday (June 9) by authorities in Catawba County. He&#8217;s charged with trafficking, opium or heroin and possession of drug paraphernalia. Wood was&hellip;</p> </p></div><div class="vc_btn3-container vc_btn3-left"><a class="vc_general vc_btn3 vc_btn3-size-md vc_btn3-shape-rounded vc_btn3-style-flat vc_btn3-color-juicy-pink" a href="https://whky.com/hickory-man-arrested-on-drug-trafficking-charge/" class="vc_gitem-link vc_general vc_btn3 vc_general vc_btn3 vc_btn3-size-md vc_btn3-shape-rounded vc_btn3-style-flat vc_btn3-color-juicy-pink" title="Read more">Read more</a></div></div></div></div></div></div><div class="vc_clearfix"></div></div><div class="vc_grid-item vc_clearfix vc_col-sm-3 vc_grid-item-zone-c-bottom"><div class="vc_grid-item-mini vc_clearfix "><div class="vc_gitem-animated-block" ><div class="vc_gitem-zone vc_gitem-zone-a vc-gitem-zone-height-mode-auto vc-gitem-zone-height-mode-auto-1-1 vc_gitem-is-link" style="background-image: url('https://whky.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/06/Sartin-Kaci-Cheyenne-061025.jpg') !important;"><a href="https://whky.com/claremont-woman-charged-with-drug-offenses/" title="Claremont Woman Charged With Drug Offenses" class="vc_gitem-link vc-zone-link" ></a><img class="vc_gitem-zone-img" src="https://whky.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/06/Sartin-Kaci-Cheyenne-061025.jpg" alt="Claremont Woman Charged With Drug Offenses" loading="lazy"><div class="vc_gitem-zone-mini"></div></div></div><div class="vc_gitem-zone vc_gitem-zone-c vc_custom_1419240516480"><div class="vc_gitem-zone-mini"><div class="vc_gitem_row vc_row vc_gitem-row-position-top"><div class="vc_col-sm-12 vc_gitem-col vc_gitem-col-align-"><div class="vc_custom_heading vc_gitem-post-data vc_gitem-post-data-source-post_title" ><h4 style="text-align: left" >Claremont Woman Charged With Drug Offenses</h4></div><div class="vc_custom_heading vc_gitem-post-data vc_gitem-post-data-source-post_excerpt" ><p style="text-align: left" ><p>24-year-old Kaci Cheyenne Sartin of Evening Drive in Claremont was arrested Monday (June 9) by Hickory Police Officers. She&#8217;s charged with two felony counts of possession of schedule II controlled&hellip;</p> </p></div><div class="vc_btn3-container vc_btn3-left"><a class="vc_general vc_btn3 vc_btn3-size-md vc_btn3-shape-rounded vc_btn3-style-flat vc_btn3-color-juicy-pink" a href="https://whky.com/claremont-woman-charged-with-drug-offenses/" class="vc_gitem-link vc_general vc_btn3 vc_general vc_btn3 vc_btn3-size-md vc_btn3-shape-rounded vc_btn3-style-flat vc_btn3-color-juicy-pink" title="Read more">Read more</a></div></div></div></div></div></div><div class="vc_clearfix"></div></div><div class="vc_grid-item vc_clearfix vc_col-sm-3 vc_grid-item-zone-c-bottom"><div class="vc_grid-item-mini vc_clearfix "><div class="vc_gitem-animated-block" ><div class="vc_gitem-zone vc_gitem-zone-a vc-gitem-zone-height-mode-auto vc-gitem-zone-height-mode-auto-1-1 vc_gitem-is-link" style="background-image: url('https://whky.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/06/IMG_0184-768x1024.jpeg') !important;"><a href="https://whky.com/man-killed-in-sunday-morning-shooting-in-newton-identified/" title="Man Killed In Sunday Morning Shooting In Newton Identified" class="vc_gitem-link vc-zone-link" ></a><img class="vc_gitem-zone-img" src="https://whky.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/06/IMG_0184-768x1024.jpeg" alt="Man Killed In Sunday Morning Shooting In Newton Identified" loading="lazy"><div class="vc_gitem-zone-mini"></div></div></div><div class="vc_gitem-zone vc_gitem-zone-c vc_custom_1419240516480"><div class="vc_gitem-zone-mini"><div class="vc_gitem_row vc_row vc_gitem-row-position-top"><div class="vc_col-sm-12 vc_gitem-col vc_gitem-col-align-"><div class="vc_custom_heading vc_gitem-post-data vc_gitem-post-data-source-post_title" ><h4 style="text-align: left" >Man Killed In Sunday Morning Shooting In Newton Identified</h4></div><div class="vc_custom_heading vc_gitem-post-data vc_gitem-post-data-source-post_excerpt" ><p style="text-align: left" ><p>The victim of a fatal shooting that occurred Sunday morning (June 8) in Newton has been identified. Shortly after 2 a.m. Sunday the Newton Police Department received a call from&hellip;</p> </p></div><div class="vc_btn3-container vc_btn3-left"><a class="vc_general vc_btn3 vc_btn3-size-md vc_btn3-shape-rounded vc_btn3-style-flat vc_btn3-color-juicy-pink" a href="https://whky.com/man-killed-in-sunday-morning-shooting-in-newton-identified/" class="vc_gitem-link vc_general vc_btn3 vc_general vc_btn3 vc_btn3-size-md vc_btn3-shape-rounded vc_btn3-style-flat vc_btn3-color-juicy-pink" title="Read more">Read more</a></div></div></div></div></div></div><div class="vc_clearfix"></div></div><div class="vc_grid-item vc_clearfix vc_col-sm-3 vc_grid-item-zone-c-bottom"><div class="vc_grid-item-mini vc_clearfix "><div class="vc_gitem-animated-block" ><div class="vc_gitem-zone vc_gitem-zone-a vc-gitem-zone-height-mode-auto vc-gitem-zone-height-mode-auto-1-1 vc_gitem-is-link" style="background-image: url('https://whky.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/06/Anderson-and-Jenkins-Combo-Pic-061025.jpg') !important;"><a href="https://whky.com/suspects-charged-with-larceny-conspiracy/" title="Suspects Charged With Larceny, Conspiracy" class="vc_gitem-link vc-zone-link" ></a><img class="vc_gitem-zone-img" src="https://whky.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/06/Anderson-and-Jenkins-Combo-Pic-061025.jpg" alt="Suspects Charged With Larceny, Conspiracy" loading="lazy"><div class="vc_gitem-zone-mini"></div></div></div><div class="vc_gitem-zone vc_gitem-zone-c vc_custom_1419240516480"><div class="vc_gitem-zone-mini"><div class="vc_gitem_row vc_row vc_gitem-row-position-top"><div class="vc_col-sm-12 vc_gitem-col vc_gitem-col-align-"><div class="vc_custom_heading vc_gitem-post-data vc_gitem-post-data-source-post_title" ><h4 style="text-align: left" >Suspects Charged With Larceny, Conspiracy</h4></div><div class="vc_custom_heading vc_gitem-post-data vc_gitem-post-data-source-post_excerpt" ><p style="text-align: left" ><p>46-year-old John Anderson of Gastonia and 35-year-old Anna Jenkins of Huntersville were both arrested by Troutman Police Officers. Anderson was charged with felony conspiracy, felony larceny, possession of stolen goods,&hellip;</p> </p></div><div class="vc_btn3-container vc_btn3-left"><a class="vc_general vc_btn3 vc_btn3-size-md vc_btn3-shape-rounded vc_btn3-style-flat vc_btn3-color-juicy-pink" a href="https://whky.com/suspects-charged-with-larceny-conspiracy/" class="vc_gitem-link vc_general vc_btn3 vc_general vc_btn3 vc_btn3-size-md vc_btn3-shape-rounded vc_btn3-style-flat vc_btn3-color-juicy-pink" title="Read more">Read more</a></div></div></div></div></div></div><div class="vc_clearfix"></div></div><div class="vc_grid-item vc_clearfix vc_col-sm-3 vc_grid-item-zone-c-bottom"><div class="vc_grid-item-mini vc_clearfix "><div class="vc_gitem-animated-block" ><div class="vc_gitem-zone vc_gitem-zone-a vc-gitem-zone-height-mode-auto vc-gitem-zone-height-mode-auto-1-1 vc_gitem-is-link" style="background-image: url('https://whky.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/06/Bail-Scam-Pic-061025.jpg') !important;"><a href="https://whky.com/n-c-insurance-commissioner-warns-of-bail-scam/" title="N.C. Insurance Commissioner Warns Of Bail Scam" class="vc_gitem-link vc-zone-link" ></a><img class="vc_gitem-zone-img" src="https://whky.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/06/Bail-Scam-Pic-061025.jpg" alt="N.C. Insurance Commissioner Warns Of Bail Scam" loading="lazy"><div class="vc_gitem-zone-mini"></div></div></div><div class="vc_gitem-zone vc_gitem-zone-c vc_custom_1419240516480"><div class="vc_gitem-zone-mini"><div class="vc_gitem_row vc_row vc_gitem-row-position-top"><div class="vc_col-sm-12 vc_gitem-col vc_gitem-col-align-"><div class="vc_custom_heading vc_gitem-post-data vc_gitem-post-data-source-post_title" ><h4 style="text-align: left" >N.C. Insurance Commissioner Warns Of Bail Scam</h4></div><div class="vc_custom_heading vc_gitem-post-data vc_gitem-post-data-source-post_excerpt" ><p style="text-align: left" ><p>North Carolina Insurance Commissioner Mike Causey is alerting North Carolinians to be on the lookout for a new phone scam making the rounds across the state, leading to several recent&hellip;</p> </p></div><div class="vc_btn3-container vc_btn3-left"><a class="vc_general vc_btn3 vc_btn3-size-md vc_btn3-shape-rounded vc_btn3-style-flat vc_btn3-color-juicy-pink" a href="https://whky.com/n-c-insurance-commissioner-warns-of-bail-scam/" class="vc_gitem-link vc_general vc_btn3 vc_general vc_btn3 vc_btn3-size-md vc_btn3-shape-rounded vc_btn3-style-flat vc_btn3-color-juicy-pink" title="Read more">Read more</a></div></div></div></div></div></div><div class="vc_clearfix"></div></div><div class="vc_grid-item vc_clearfix vc_col-sm-3 vc_grid-item-zone-c-bottom"><div class="vc_grid-item-mini vc_clearfix "><div class="vc_gitem-animated-block" ><div class="vc_gitem-zone vc_gitem-zone-a vc-gitem-zone-height-mode-auto vc-gitem-zone-height-mode-auto-1-1 vc_gitem-is-link" style="background-image: url('https://whky.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/06/Lindsay-Jerrid-Dwayne-060925.jpg') !important;"><a href="https://whky.com/hickory-man-charged-with-firearm-drug-offenses/" title="Hickory Man Charged With Firearm, Drug Offenses" class="vc_gitem-link vc-zone-link" ></a><img class="vc_gitem-zone-img" src="https://whky.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/06/Lindsay-Jerrid-Dwayne-060925.jpg" alt="Hickory Man Charged With Firearm, Drug Offenses" loading="lazy"><div class="vc_gitem-zone-mini"></div></div></div><div class="vc_gitem-zone vc_gitem-zone-c vc_custom_1419240516480"><div class="vc_gitem-zone-mini"><div class="vc_gitem_row vc_row vc_gitem-row-position-top"><div class="vc_col-sm-12 vc_gitem-col vc_gitem-col-align-"><div class="vc_custom_heading vc_gitem-post-data vc_gitem-post-data-source-post_title" ><h4 style="text-align: left" >Hickory Man Charged With Firearm, Drug Offenses</h4></div><div class="vc_custom_heading vc_gitem-post-data vc_gitem-post-data-source-post_excerpt" ><p style="text-align: left" ><p>42-year-old Jerrid Dwayne Lindsay of 27th Street NE in Hickory was arrested Sunday (June 8) by Catawba County Sheriff&#8217;s Officers. He&#8217;s charged with felony counts of possession of a firearm&hellip;</p> </p></div><div class="vc_btn3-container vc_btn3-left"><a class="vc_general vc_btn3 vc_btn3-size-md vc_btn3-shape-rounded vc_btn3-style-flat vc_btn3-color-juicy-pink" a href="https://whky.com/hickory-man-charged-with-firearm-drug-offenses/" class="vc_gitem-link vc_general vc_btn3 vc_general vc_btn3 vc_btn3-size-md vc_btn3-shape-rounded vc_btn3-style-flat vc_btn3-color-juicy-pink" title="Read more">Read more</a></div></div></div></div></div></div><div class="vc_clearfix"></div></div><div class="vc_grid-item vc_clearfix vc_col-sm-3 vc_grid-item-zone-c-bottom"><div class="vc_grid-item-mini vc_clearfix "><div class="vc_gitem-animated-block" ><div class="vc_gitem-zone vc_gitem-zone-a vc-gitem-zone-height-mode-auto vc-gitem-zone-height-mode-auto-1-1 vc_gitem-is-link" style="background-image: url('https://whky.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/06/Leon-Fuentes-Juan-Antonio-060925.jpg') !important;"><a href="https://whky.com/maryland-man-charged-with-rape-in-catawba-county/" title="Maryland Man Charged With Rape In Catawba County" class="vc_gitem-link vc-zone-link" ></a><img class="vc_gitem-zone-img" src="https://whky.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/06/Leon-Fuentes-Juan-Antonio-060925.jpg" alt="Maryland Man Charged With Rape In Catawba County" loading="lazy"><div class="vc_gitem-zone-mini"></div></div></div><div class="vc_gitem-zone vc_gitem-zone-c vc_custom_1419240516480"><div class="vc_gitem-zone-mini"><div class="vc_gitem_row vc_row vc_gitem-row-position-top"><div class="vc_col-sm-12 vc_gitem-col vc_gitem-col-align-"><div class="vc_custom_heading vc_gitem-post-data vc_gitem-post-data-source-post_title" ><h4 style="text-align: left" >Maryland Man Charged With Rape In Catawba County</h4></div><div class="vc_custom_heading vc_gitem-post-data vc_gitem-post-data-source-post_excerpt" ><p style="text-align: left" ><p>30-year-old Juan Antonio Leon-Feuentes of Hyattsville, Maryland was arrested Saturday (June 7) by Hickory Police Officers. He&#8217;s charged with second-degree forcible rape. Leon-Fuentes was incarcerated in the Catawba County Detention&hellip;</p> </p></div><div class="vc_btn3-container vc_btn3-left"><a class="vc_general vc_btn3 vc_btn3-size-md vc_btn3-shape-rounded vc_btn3-style-flat vc_btn3-color-juicy-pink" a href="https://whky.com/maryland-man-charged-with-rape-in-catawba-county/" class="vc_gitem-link vc_general vc_btn3 vc_general vc_btn3 vc_btn3-size-md vc_btn3-shape-rounded vc_btn3-style-flat vc_btn3-color-juicy-pink" title="Read more">Read more</a></div></div></div></div></div></div><div class="vc_clearfix"></div></div><div class="vc_grid-item vc_clearfix vc_col-sm-3 vc_grid-item-zone-c-bottom"><div class="vc_grid-item-mini vc_clearfix "><div class="vc_gitem-animated-block" ><div class="vc_gitem-zone vc_gitem-zone-a vc-gitem-zone-height-mode-auto vc-gitem-zone-height-mode-auto-1-1 vc_gitem-is-link" style="background-image: url('https://whky.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/06/Adams-Keith-Andrew-060925.jpg') !important;"><a href="https://whky.com/suspect-charged-in-connection-to-vehicle-break-ins/" title="Suspect Charged In Connection To Vehicle Break-ins" class="vc_gitem-link vc-zone-link" ></a><img class="vc_gitem-zone-img" src="https://whky.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/06/Adams-Keith-Andrew-060925.jpg" alt="Suspect Charged In Connection To Vehicle Break-ins" loading="lazy"><div class="vc_gitem-zone-mini"></div></div></div><div class="vc_gitem-zone vc_gitem-zone-c vc_custom_1419240516480"><div class="vc_gitem-zone-mini"><div class="vc_gitem_row vc_row vc_gitem-row-position-top"><div class="vc_col-sm-12 vc_gitem-col vc_gitem-col-align-"><div class="vc_custom_heading vc_gitem-post-data vc_gitem-post-data-source-post_title" ><h4 style="text-align: left" >Suspect Charged In Connection To Vehicle Break-ins</h4></div><div class="vc_custom_heading vc_gitem-post-data vc_gitem-post-data-source-post_excerpt" ><p style="text-align: left" ><p>60-year-old Keith Andrew Adams of Park Drive in Statesville was arrested by Iredell County Sheriff&#8217;s Officers. He&#8217;s charged with two counts of felony breaking &amp; entering to a motor vehicle&hellip;</p> </p></div><div class="vc_btn3-container vc_btn3-left"><a class="vc_general vc_btn3 vc_btn3-size-md vc_btn3-shape-rounded vc_btn3-style-flat vc_btn3-color-juicy-pink" a href="https://whky.com/suspect-charged-in-connection-to-vehicle-break-ins/" class="vc_gitem-link vc_general vc_btn3 vc_general vc_btn3 vc_btn3-size-md vc_btn3-shape-rounded vc_btn3-style-flat vc_btn3-color-juicy-pink" title="Read more">Read more</a></div></div></div></div></div></div><div class="vc_clearfix"></div></div><div class="vc_grid-item vc_clearfix vc_col-sm-3 vc_grid-item-zone-c-bottom"><div class="vc_grid-item-mini vc_clearfix "><div class="vc_gitem-animated-block" ><div class="vc_gitem-zone vc_gitem-zone-a vc-gitem-zone-height-mode-auto vc-gitem-zone-height-mode-auto-1-1 vc_gitem-is-link" style="background-image: url('https://whky.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/06/NCDMV-Text-Scams-Pic-060925.jpg') !important;"><a href="https://whky.com/n-c-attorney-general-issues-advisory-regarding-ncdmv-impersonation-scams/" title="N.C. Attorney General Issues Advisory Regarding NCDMV Impersonation Scams" class="vc_gitem-link vc-zone-link" ></a><img class="vc_gitem-zone-img" src="https://whky.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/06/NCDMV-Text-Scams-Pic-060925.jpg" alt="N.C. Attorney General Issues Advisory Regarding NCDMV Impersonation Scams" loading="lazy"><div class="vc_gitem-zone-mini"></div></div></div><div class="vc_gitem-zone vc_gitem-zone-c vc_custom_1419240516480"><div class="vc_gitem-zone-mini"><div class="vc_gitem_row vc_row vc_gitem-row-position-top"><div class="vc_col-sm-12 vc_gitem-col vc_gitem-col-align-"><div class="vc_custom_heading vc_gitem-post-data vc_gitem-post-data-source-post_title" ><h4 style="text-align: left" >N.C. Attorney General Issues Advisory Regarding NCDMV Impersonation Scams</h4></div><div class="vc_custom_heading vc_gitem-post-data vc_gitem-post-data-source-post_excerpt" ><p style="text-align: left" ><p>Attorney General Jeff Jackson is warning North Carolinians to be on the lookout for text scams impersonating the North Carolina Department of Motor Vehicles (NCDMV) and demanding that people pay&hellip;</p> </p></div><div class="vc_btn3-container vc_btn3-left"><a class="vc_general vc_btn3 vc_btn3-size-md vc_btn3-shape-rounded vc_btn3-style-flat vc_btn3-color-juicy-pink" a href="https://whky.com/n-c-attorney-general-issues-advisory-regarding-ncdmv-impersonation-scams/" class="vc_gitem-link vc_general vc_btn3 vc_general vc_btn3 vc_btn3-size-md vc_btn3-shape-rounded vc_btn3-style-flat vc_btn3-color-juicy-pink" title="Read more">Read more</a></div></div></div></div></div></div><div class="vc_clearfix"></div></div><div class="vc_grid-item vc_clearfix vc_col-sm-3 vc_grid-item-zone-c-bottom"><div class="vc_grid-item-mini vc_clearfix "><div class="vc_gitem-animated-block" ><div class="vc_gitem-zone vc_gitem-zone-a vc-gitem-zone-height-mode-auto vc-gitem-zone-height-mode-auto-1-1 vc_gitem-is-link" style="background-image: url('https://whky.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/06/IMG_0212.jpeg') !important;"><a href="https://whky.com/standoff-reported-in-catawba-county/" title="Standoff Reported In Catawba County" class="vc_gitem-link vc-zone-link" ></a><img class="vc_gitem-zone-img" src="https://whky.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/06/IMG_0212.jpeg" alt="Standoff Reported In Catawba County" loading="lazy"><div class="vc_gitem-zone-mini"></div></div></div><div class="vc_gitem-zone vc_gitem-zone-c vc_custom_1419240516480"><div class="vc_gitem-zone-mini"><div class="vc_gitem_row vc_row vc_gitem-row-position-top"><div class="vc_col-sm-12 vc_gitem-col vc_gitem-col-align-"><div class="vc_custom_heading vc_gitem-post-data vc_gitem-post-data-source-post_title" ><h4 style="text-align: left" >Standoff Reported In Catawba County</h4></div><div class="vc_custom_heading vc_gitem-post-data vc_gitem-post-data-source-post_excerpt" ><p style="text-align: left" ><p>Catawba County Authorities are on the scene of what is reported as a standoff in the 6900 block of Springs Road. According to our news partner WACB, an individual has&hellip;</p> </p></div><div class="vc_btn3-container vc_btn3-left"><a class="vc_general vc_btn3 vc_btn3-size-md vc_btn3-shape-rounded vc_btn3-style-flat vc_btn3-color-juicy-pink" a href="https://whky.com/standoff-reported-in-catawba-county/" class="vc_gitem-link vc_general vc_btn3 vc_general vc_btn3 vc_btn3-size-md vc_btn3-shape-rounded vc_btn3-style-flat vc_btn3-color-juicy-pink" title="Read more">Read more</a></div></div></div></div></div></div><div class="vc_clearfix"></div></div><div class="vc_grid-item vc_clearfix vc_col-sm-3 vc_grid-item-zone-c-bottom"><div class="vc_grid-item-mini vc_clearfix "><div class="vc_gitem-animated-block" ><div class="vc_gitem-zone vc_gitem-zone-a vc-gitem-zone-height-mode-auto vc-gitem-zone-height-mode-auto-1-1 vc_gitem-is-link" style="background-image: url('https://whky.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/06/IMG_0184-768x1024.jpeg') !important;"><a href="https://whky.com/fatal-shooting-reported-this-morning-in-newton/" title="Fatal Shooting Reported This Morning In Newton" class="vc_gitem-link vc-zone-link" ></a><img class="vc_gitem-zone-img" src="https://whky.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/06/IMG_0184-768x1024.jpeg" alt="Fatal Shooting Reported This Morning In Newton" loading="lazy"><div class="vc_gitem-zone-mini"></div></div></div><div class="vc_gitem-zone vc_gitem-zone-c vc_custom_1419240516480"><div class="vc_gitem-zone-mini"><div class="vc_gitem_row vc_row vc_gitem-row-position-top"><div class="vc_col-sm-12 vc_gitem-col vc_gitem-col-align-"><div class="vc_custom_heading vc_gitem-post-data vc_gitem-post-data-source-post_title" ><h4 style="text-align: left" >Fatal Shooting Reported This Morning In Newton</h4></div><div class="vc_custom_heading vc_gitem-post-data vc_gitem-post-data-source-post_excerpt" ><p style="text-align: left" ><p>One person was killed and another was injured in a shooting early this morning (June 8) in Newton. Shortly after 2 a.m. today the Newton Police Department received a call&hellip;</p> </p></div><div class="vc_btn3-container vc_btn3-left"><a class="vc_general vc_btn3 vc_btn3-size-md vc_btn3-shape-rounded vc_btn3-style-flat vc_btn3-color-juicy-pink" a href="https://whky.com/fatal-shooting-reported-this-morning-in-newton/" class="vc_gitem-link vc_general vc_btn3 vc_general vc_btn3 vc_btn3-size-md vc_btn3-shape-rounded vc_btn3-style-flat vc_btn3-color-juicy-pink" title="Read more">Read more</a></div></div></div></div></div></div><div class="vc_clearfix"></div></div><div class="vc_grid-item vc_clearfix vc_col-sm-3 vc_grid-item-zone-c-bottom"><div class="vc_grid-item-mini vc_clearfix "><div class="vc_gitem-animated-block" ><div class="vc_gitem-zone vc_gitem-zone-a vc-gitem-zone-height-mode-auto vc-gitem-zone-height-mode-auto-1-1 vc_gitem-is-link" style="background-image: url('https://whky.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/06/IMG_0179.jpeg') !important;"><a href="https://whky.com/man-sentenced-to-more-than-15-years-in-child-porn-case/" title="Man Sentenced To More Than 15 Years In Child Porn Case" class="vc_gitem-link vc-zone-link" ></a><img class="vc_gitem-zone-img" src="https://whky.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/06/IMG_0179.jpeg" alt="Man Sentenced To More Than 15 Years In Child Porn Case" loading="lazy"><div class="vc_gitem-zone-mini"></div></div></div><div class="vc_gitem-zone vc_gitem-zone-c vc_custom_1419240516480"><div class="vc_gitem-zone-mini"><div class="vc_gitem_row vc_row vc_gitem-row-position-top"><div class="vc_col-sm-12 vc_gitem-col vc_gitem-col-align-"><div class="vc_custom_heading vc_gitem-post-data vc_gitem-post-data-source-post_title" ><h4 style="text-align: left" >Man Sentenced To More Than 15 Years In Child Porn Case</h4></div><div class="vc_custom_heading vc_gitem-post-data vc_gitem-post-data-source-post_excerpt" ><p style="text-align: left" ><p>A lengthy federal prison sentence has been imposed in a child porn case investigated by Boone Police. A previously convicted sex offender who served as the administrator of an online&hellip;</p> </p></div><div class="vc_btn3-container vc_btn3-left"><a class="vc_general vc_btn3 vc_btn3-size-md vc_btn3-shape-rounded vc_btn3-style-flat vc_btn3-color-juicy-pink" a href="https://whky.com/man-sentenced-to-more-than-15-years-in-child-porn-case/" class="vc_gitem-link vc_general vc_btn3 vc_general vc_btn3 vc_btn3-size-md vc_btn3-shape-rounded vc_btn3-style-flat vc_btn3-color-juicy-pink" title="Read more">Read more</a></div></div></div></div></div></div><div class="vc_clearfix"></div></div><div class="vc_grid-item vc_clearfix vc_col-sm-3 vc_grid-item-zone-c-bottom"><div class="vc_grid-item-mini vc_clearfix "><div class="vc_gitem-animated-block" ><div class="vc_gitem-zone vc_gitem-zone-a vc-gitem-zone-height-mode-auto vc-gitem-zone-height-mode-auto-1-1 vc_gitem-is-link" style="background-image: url('https://whky.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/06/IMG_0148.jpeg') !important;"><a href="https://whky.com/man-charged-with-shooting-into-homes-of-neighbors/" title="Man Charged With Shooting Into Homes Of Neighbors" class="vc_gitem-link vc-zone-link" ></a><img class="vc_gitem-zone-img" src="https://whky.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/06/IMG_0148.jpeg" alt="Man Charged With Shooting Into Homes Of Neighbors" loading="lazy"><div class="vc_gitem-zone-mini"></div></div></div><div class="vc_gitem-zone vc_gitem-zone-c vc_custom_1419240516480"><div class="vc_gitem-zone-mini"><div class="vc_gitem_row vc_row vc_gitem-row-position-top"><div class="vc_col-sm-12 vc_gitem-col vc_gitem-col-align-"><div class="vc_custom_heading vc_gitem-post-data vc_gitem-post-data-source-post_title" ><h4 style="text-align: left" >Man Charged With Shooting Into Homes Of Neighbors</h4></div><div class="vc_custom_heading vc_gitem-post-data vc_gitem-post-data-source-post_excerpt" ><p style="text-align: left" ><p>30-year-old Zackery Ryan Gardner of English Oak Drive in Lincolnton was arrested Saturday (June 7) charged with 10 felony counts of shooting into an occupied property. On Saturday, deputies with&hellip;</p> </p></div><div class="vc_btn3-container vc_btn3-left"><a class="vc_general vc_btn3 vc_btn3-size-md vc_btn3-shape-rounded vc_btn3-style-flat vc_btn3-color-juicy-pink" a href="https://whky.com/man-charged-with-shooting-into-homes-of-neighbors/" class="vc_gitem-link vc_general vc_btn3 vc_general vc_btn3 vc_btn3-size-md vc_btn3-shape-rounded vc_btn3-style-flat vc_btn3-color-juicy-pink" title="Read more">Read more</a></div></div></div></div></div></div><div class="vc_clearfix"></div></div><div class="vc_grid-item vc_clearfix vc_col-sm-3 vc_grid-item-zone-c-bottom"><div class="vc_grid-item-mini vc_clearfix "><div class="vc_gitem-animated-block" ><div class="vc_gitem-zone vc_gitem-zone-a vc-gitem-zone-height-mode-auto vc-gitem-zone-height-mode-auto-1-1 vc_gitem-is-link" style="background-image: url('https://whky.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/06/IMG_0139.jpeg') !important;"><a href="https://whky.com/shots-reportedly-fired-at-residence-arrest-made/" title="Shots Reportedly Fired At Residence, Arrest Made" class="vc_gitem-link vc-zone-link" ></a><img class="vc_gitem-zone-img" src="https://whky.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/06/IMG_0139.jpeg" alt="Shots Reportedly Fired At Residence, Arrest Made" loading="lazy"><div class="vc_gitem-zone-mini"></div></div></div><div class="vc_gitem-zone vc_gitem-zone-c vc_custom_1419240516480"><div class="vc_gitem-zone-mini"><div class="vc_gitem_row vc_row vc_gitem-row-position-top"><div class="vc_col-sm-12 vc_gitem-col vc_gitem-col-align-"><div class="vc_custom_heading vc_gitem-post-data vc_gitem-post-data-source-post_title" ><h4 style="text-align: left" >Shots Reportedly Fired At Residence, Arrest Made</h4></div><div class="vc_custom_heading vc_gitem-post-data vc_gitem-post-data-source-post_excerpt" ><p style="text-align: left" ><p>An arrest has been made in an Alexander County case in which shots were reportedly fired. 44-year-old Christopher Edward Bryck of Taylorsville was arrested Friday (June 6) by Alexander County&hellip;</p> </p></div><div class="vc_btn3-container vc_btn3-left"><a class="vc_general vc_btn3 vc_btn3-size-md vc_btn3-shape-rounded vc_btn3-style-flat vc_btn3-color-juicy-pink" a href="https://whky.com/shots-reportedly-fired-at-residence-arrest-made/" class="vc_gitem-link vc_general vc_btn3 vc_general vc_btn3 vc_btn3-size-md vc_btn3-shape-rounded vc_btn3-style-flat vc_btn3-color-juicy-pink" title="Read more">Read more</a></div></div></div></div></div></div><div class="vc_clearfix"></div></div><div class="vc_grid-item vc_clearfix vc_col-sm-3 vc_grid-item-zone-c-bottom"><div class="vc_grid-item-mini vc_clearfix "><div class="vc_gitem-animated-block" ><div class="vc_gitem-zone vc_gitem-zone-a vc-gitem-zone-height-mode-auto vc-gitem-zone-height-mode-auto-1-1 vc_gitem-is-link" style="background-image: url('https://whky.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/06/IMG_0137.jpeg') !important;"><a href="https://whky.com/several-additional-counts-of-attempted-murder-filed-in-mass-shooting-case/" title="Several Additional Counts Of Attempted Murder Filed In Mass Shooting Case" class="vc_gitem-link vc-zone-link" ></a><img class="vc_gitem-zone-img" src="https://whky.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/06/IMG_0137.jpeg" alt="Several Additional Counts Of Attempted Murder Filed In Mass Shooting Case" loading="lazy"><div class="vc_gitem-zone-mini"></div></div></div><div class="vc_gitem-zone vc_gitem-zone-c vc_custom_1419240516480"><div class="vc_gitem-zone-mini"><div class="vc_gitem_row vc_row vc_gitem-row-position-top"><div class="vc_col-sm-12 vc_gitem-col vc_gitem-col-align-"><div class="vc_custom_heading vc_gitem-post-data vc_gitem-post-data-source-post_title" ><h4 style="text-align: left" >Several Additional Counts Of Attempted Murder Filed In Mass Shooting Case</h4></div><div class="vc_custom_heading vc_gitem-post-data vc_gitem-post-data-source-post_excerpt" ><p style="text-align: left" ><p>Four of the suspects arrested in connection to the June 1 mass shooting at a house party on Walnut Acres Drive in Mountain View face additional charges. The incident resulted&hellip;</p> </p></div><div class="vc_btn3-container vc_btn3-left"><a class="vc_general vc_btn3 vc_btn3-size-md vc_btn3-shape-rounded vc_btn3-style-flat vc_btn3-color-juicy-pink" a href="https://whky.com/several-additional-counts-of-attempted-murder-filed-in-mass-shooting-case/" class="vc_gitem-link vc_general vc_btn3 vc_general vc_btn3 vc_btn3-size-md vc_btn3-shape-rounded vc_btn3-style-flat vc_btn3-color-juicy-pink" title="Read more">Read more</a></div></div></div></div></div></div><div class="vc_clearfix"></div></div><div class="vc_grid-item vc_clearfix vc_col-sm-3 vc_grid-item-zone-c-bottom"><div class="vc_grid-item-mini vc_clearfix "><div class="vc_gitem-animated-block" ><div class="vc_gitem-zone vc_gitem-zone-a vc-gitem-zone-height-mode-auto vc-gitem-zone-height-mode-auto-1-1 vc_gitem-is-link" style="background-image: url('https://whky.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/06/Tate-and-Benjamin-combo-060625.jpg') !important;"><a href="https://whky.com/two-suspects-a-juvenile-arrested-in-may-31-shooting-in-morganton/" title="Two Suspects &#038; a Juvenile Arrested in May 31 Shooting in Morganton" class="vc_gitem-link vc-zone-link" ></a><img class="vc_gitem-zone-img" src="https://whky.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/06/Tate-and-Benjamin-combo-060625.jpg" alt="Two Suspects & a Juvenile Arrested in May 31 Shooting in Morganton" loading="lazy"><div class="vc_gitem-zone-mini"></div></div></div><div class="vc_gitem-zone vc_gitem-zone-c vc_custom_1419240516480"><div class="vc_gitem-zone-mini"><div class="vc_gitem_row vc_row vc_gitem-row-position-top"><div class="vc_col-sm-12 vc_gitem-col vc_gitem-col-align-"><div class="vc_custom_heading vc_gitem-post-data vc_gitem-post-data-source-post_title" ><h4 style="text-align: left" >Two Suspects &#038; a Juvenile Arrested in May 31 Shooting in Morganton</h4></div><div class="vc_custom_heading vc_gitem-post-data vc_gitem-post-data-source-post_excerpt" ><p style="text-align: left" ><p>37-year-old Nathaniel James Tate of Stephens Road and 53-year-old Jerry Jerome Benjamin of David Bryant Avenue, both from Morganton, have been arrested by Burke County Sheriff’s Officers in connection with&hellip;</p> </p></div><div class="vc_btn3-container vc_btn3-left"><a class="vc_general vc_btn3 vc_btn3-size-md vc_btn3-shape-rounded vc_btn3-style-flat vc_btn3-color-juicy-pink" a href="https://whky.com/two-suspects-a-juvenile-arrested-in-may-31-shooting-in-morganton/" class="vc_gitem-link vc_general vc_btn3 vc_general vc_btn3 vc_btn3-size-md vc_btn3-shape-rounded vc_btn3-style-flat vc_btn3-color-juicy-pink" title="Read more">Read more</a></div></div></div></div></div></div><div class="vc_clearfix"></div></div><div class="vc_grid-item vc_clearfix vc_col-sm-3 vc_grid-item-zone-c-bottom"><div class="vc_grid-item-mini vc_clearfix "><div class="vc_gitem-animated-block" ><div class="vc_gitem-zone vc_gitem-zone-a vc-gitem-zone-height-mode-auto vc-gitem-zone-height-mode-auto-1-1 vc_gitem-is-link" style="background-image: url('https://whky.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/06/Five-Arrested-Mass-Shooting-Combo-Pic-060625.jpg') !important;"><a href="https://whky.com/multiple-suspects-arrested-in-mass-shooting-case/" title="Multiple Suspects Arrested In Mass Shooting Case" class="vc_gitem-link vc-zone-link" ></a><img class="vc_gitem-zone-img" src="https://whky.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/06/Five-Arrested-Mass-Shooting-Combo-Pic-060625.jpg" alt="Multiple Suspects Arrested In Mass Shooting Case" loading="lazy"><div class="vc_gitem-zone-mini"></div></div></div><div class="vc_gitem-zone vc_gitem-zone-c vc_custom_1419240516480"><div class="vc_gitem-zone-mini"><div class="vc_gitem_row vc_row vc_gitem-row-position-top"><div class="vc_col-sm-12 vc_gitem-col vc_gitem-col-align-"><div class="vc_custom_heading vc_gitem-post-data vc_gitem-post-data-source-post_title" ><h4 style="text-align: left" >Multiple Suspects Arrested In Mass Shooting Case</h4></div><div class="vc_custom_heading vc_gitem-post-data vc_gitem-post-data-source-post_excerpt" ><p style="text-align: left" ><p>The Catawba County Sheriff&#8217;s Office has announced the arrests of several additional suspects in the mass shooting that occurred Sunday (June 1) in Mountain View. On Thursday (June 5), the&hellip;</p> </p></div><div class="vc_btn3-container vc_btn3-left"><a class="vc_general vc_btn3 vc_btn3-size-md vc_btn3-shape-rounded vc_btn3-style-flat vc_btn3-color-juicy-pink" a href="https://whky.com/multiple-suspects-arrested-in-mass-shooting-case/" class="vc_gitem-link vc_general vc_btn3 vc_general vc_btn3 vc_btn3-size-md vc_btn3-shape-rounded vc_btn3-style-flat vc_btn3-color-juicy-pink" title="Read more">Read more</a></div></div></div></div></div></div><div class="vc_clearfix"></div></div><div class="vc_grid-item vc_clearfix vc_col-sm-3 vc_grid-item-zone-c-bottom"><div class="vc_grid-item-mini vc_clearfix "><div class="vc_gitem-animated-block" ><div class="vc_gitem-zone vc_gitem-zone-a vc-gitem-zone-height-mode-auto vc-gitem-zone-height-mode-auto-1-1 vc_gitem-is-link" style="background-image: url('https://whky.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/06/Gibbs-Shykwon-Rashard-060625.jpg') !important;"><a href="https://whky.com/minimum-26-year-sentence-imposed-in-catawba-county-murder-case/" title="Minimum 26 Year Sentence Imposed In Catawba County Murder Case" class="vc_gitem-link vc-zone-link" ></a><img class="vc_gitem-zone-img" src="https://whky.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/06/Gibbs-Shykwon-Rashard-060625.jpg" alt="Minimum 26 Year Sentence Imposed In Catawba County Murder Case" loading="lazy"><div class="vc_gitem-zone-mini"></div></div></div><div class="vc_gitem-zone vc_gitem-zone-c vc_custom_1419240516480"><div class="vc_gitem-zone-mini"><div class="vc_gitem_row vc_row vc_gitem-row-position-top"><div class="vc_col-sm-12 vc_gitem-col vc_gitem-col-align-"><div class="vc_custom_heading vc_gitem-post-data vc_gitem-post-data-source-post_title" ><h4 style="text-align: left" >Minimum 26 Year Sentence Imposed In Catawba County Murder Case</h4></div><div class="vc_custom_heading vc_gitem-post-data vc_gitem-post-data-source-post_excerpt" ><p style="text-align: left" ><p>28-year-old Shykwon Rashard Gibbs of Conover, was sentenced to serve 26 to 33 years in prison following his conviction for second-degree murder and assault with a deadly weapon with intent&hellip;</p> </p></div><div class="vc_btn3-container vc_btn3-left"><a class="vc_general vc_btn3 vc_btn3-size-md vc_btn3-shape-rounded vc_btn3-style-flat vc_btn3-color-juicy-pink" a href="https://whky.com/minimum-26-year-sentence-imposed-in-catawba-county-murder-case/" class="vc_gitem-link vc_general vc_btn3 vc_general vc_btn3 vc_btn3-size-md vc_btn3-shape-rounded vc_btn3-style-flat vc_btn3-color-juicy-pink" title="Read more">Read more</a></div></div></div></div></div></div><div class="vc_clearfix"></div></div><div class="vc_grid-item vc_clearfix vc_col-sm-3 vc_grid-item-zone-c-bottom"><div class="vc_grid-item-mini vc_clearfix "><div class="vc_gitem-animated-block" ><div class="vc_gitem-zone vc_gitem-zone-a vc-gitem-zone-height-mode-auto vc-gitem-zone-height-mode-auto-1-1 vc_gitem-is-link" style="background-image: url('https://whky.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/06/Smith-Xzavier-Latrell-060625.jpg') !important;"><a href="https://whky.com/conover-man-sentenced-in-drug-case/" title="Conover Man Sentenced In Drug Case" class="vc_gitem-link vc-zone-link" ></a><img class="vc_gitem-zone-img" src="https://whky.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/06/Smith-Xzavier-Latrell-060625.jpg" alt="Conover Man Sentenced In Drug Case" loading="lazy"><div class="vc_gitem-zone-mini"></div></div></div><div class="vc_gitem-zone vc_gitem-zone-c vc_custom_1419240516480"><div class="vc_gitem-zone-mini"><div class="vc_gitem_row vc_row vc_gitem-row-position-top"><div class="vc_col-sm-12 vc_gitem-col vc_gitem-col-align-"><div class="vc_custom_heading vc_gitem-post-data vc_gitem-post-data-source-post_title" ><h4 style="text-align: left" >Conover Man Sentenced In Drug Case</h4></div><div class="vc_custom_heading vc_gitem-post-data vc_gitem-post-data-source-post_excerpt" ><p style="text-align: left" ><p>33-year-old Xzavier Latrell Smith of Conover, was sentenced to serve six to eight years in prison following his conviction for trafficking methamphetamine, possession with intent to manufacture, sell and deliver&hellip;</p> </p></div><div class="vc_btn3-container vc_btn3-left"><a class="vc_general vc_btn3 vc_btn3-size-md vc_btn3-shape-rounded vc_btn3-style-flat vc_btn3-color-juicy-pink" a href="https://whky.com/conover-man-sentenced-in-drug-case/" class="vc_gitem-link vc_general vc_btn3 vc_general vc_btn3 vc_btn3-size-md vc_btn3-shape-rounded vc_btn3-style-flat vc_btn3-color-juicy-pink" title="Read more">Read more</a></div></div></div></div></div></div><div class="vc_clearfix"></div></div><div class="vc_grid-item vc_clearfix vc_col-sm-3 vc_grid-item-zone-c-bottom"><div class="vc_grid-item-mini vc_clearfix "><div class="vc_gitem-animated-block" ><div class="vc_gitem-zone vc_gitem-zone-a vc-gitem-zone-height-mode-auto vc-gitem-zone-height-mode-auto-1-1 vc_gitem-is-link" style="background-image: url('https://whky.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/06/Watson-Ricky-Lee-060625.jpg') !important;"><a href="https://whky.com/caldwell-county-man-receives-prison-sentence-in-trafficking-case/" title="Caldwell County Man Receives Prison Sentence In Trafficking Case" class="vc_gitem-link vc-zone-link" ></a><img class="vc_gitem-zone-img" src="https://whky.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/06/Watson-Ricky-Lee-060625.jpg" alt="Caldwell County Man Receives Prison Sentence In Trafficking Case" loading="lazy"><div class="vc_gitem-zone-mini"></div></div></div><div class="vc_gitem-zone vc_gitem-zone-c vc_custom_1419240516480"><div class="vc_gitem-zone-mini"><div class="vc_gitem_row vc_row vc_gitem-row-position-top"><div class="vc_col-sm-12 vc_gitem-col vc_gitem-col-align-"><div class="vc_custom_heading vc_gitem-post-data vc_gitem-post-data-source-post_title" ><h4 style="text-align: left" >Caldwell County Man Receives Prison Sentence In Trafficking Case</h4></div><div class="vc_custom_heading vc_gitem-post-data vc_gitem-post-data-source-post_excerpt" ><p style="text-align: left" ><p>40-year-old Ricky Lee Watson of Lenoir, was sentenced to a prison term of 90 to 120 months in prison. Watson was charged in connection to a drug trafficking incident that&hellip;</p> </p></div><div class="vc_btn3-container vc_btn3-left"><a class="vc_general vc_btn3 vc_btn3-size-md vc_btn3-shape-rounded vc_btn3-style-flat vc_btn3-color-juicy-pink" a href="https://whky.com/caldwell-county-man-receives-prison-sentence-in-trafficking-case/" class="vc_gitem-link vc_general vc_btn3 vc_general vc_btn3 vc_btn3-size-md vc_btn3-shape-rounded vc_btn3-style-flat vc_btn3-color-juicy-pink" title="Read more">Read more</a></div></div></div></div></div></div><div class="vc_clearfix"></div></div><div class="vc_grid-item vc_clearfix vc_col-sm-3 vc_grid-item-zone-c-bottom"><div class="vc_grid-item-mini vc_clearfix "><div class="vc_gitem-animated-block" ><div class="vc_gitem-zone vc_gitem-zone-a vc-gitem-zone-height-mode-auto vc-gitem-zone-height-mode-auto-1-1 vc_gitem-is-link" style="background-image: url('https://whky.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/06/Barnes-Jason-Lee-060625.jpg') !important;"><a href="https://whky.com/alexander-county-man-receives-prison-sentence/" title="Alexander County Man Receives Prison Sentence" class="vc_gitem-link vc-zone-link" ></a><img class="vc_gitem-zone-img" src="https://whky.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/06/Barnes-Jason-Lee-060625.jpg" alt="Alexander County Man Receives Prison Sentence" loading="lazy"><div class="vc_gitem-zone-mini"></div></div></div><div class="vc_gitem-zone vc_gitem-zone-c vc_custom_1419240516480"><div class="vc_gitem-zone-mini"><div class="vc_gitem_row vc_row vc_gitem-row-position-top"><div class="vc_col-sm-12 vc_gitem-col vc_gitem-col-align-"><div class="vc_custom_heading vc_gitem-post-data vc_gitem-post-data-source-post_title" ><h4 style="text-align: left" >Alexander County Man Receives Prison Sentence</h4></div><div class="vc_custom_heading vc_gitem-post-data vc_gitem-post-data-source-post_excerpt" ><p style="text-align: left" ><p>A Taylorsville man will spend time in prison. 47-year-old Jason Lee Barnes entered a plea in Alexander County Superior Court on Monday to charges of felony possession with intent to&hellip;</p> </p></div><div class="vc_btn3-container vc_btn3-left"><a class="vc_general vc_btn3 vc_btn3-size-md vc_btn3-shape-rounded vc_btn3-style-flat vc_btn3-color-juicy-pink" a href="https://whky.com/alexander-county-man-receives-prison-sentence/" class="vc_gitem-link vc_general vc_btn3 vc_general vc_btn3 vc_btn3-size-md vc_btn3-shape-rounded vc_btn3-style-flat vc_btn3-color-juicy-pink" title="Read more">Read more</a></div></div></div></div></div></div><div class="vc_clearfix"></div></div><div class="vc_grid-item vc_clearfix vc_col-sm-3 vc_grid-item-zone-c-bottom"><div class="vc_grid-item-mini vc_clearfix "><div class="vc_gitem-animated-block" ><div class="vc_gitem-zone vc_gitem-zone-a vc-gitem-zone-height-mode-auto vc-gitem-zone-height-mode-auto-1-1 vc_gitem-is-link" style="background-image: url('https://whky.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/06/Havens-Patrick-Thomas-060625.jpg') !important;"><a href="https://whky.com/minimum-seven-year-sentence-imposed-in-drug-trafficking-case/" title="Minimum Seven Year Sentence Imposed In Drug Trafficking Case" class="vc_gitem-link vc-zone-link" ></a><img class="vc_gitem-zone-img" src="https://whky.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/06/Havens-Patrick-Thomas-060625.jpg" alt="Minimum Seven Year Sentence Imposed In Drug Trafficking Case" loading="lazy"><div class="vc_gitem-zone-mini"></div></div></div><div class="vc_gitem-zone vc_gitem-zone-c vc_custom_1419240516480"><div class="vc_gitem-zone-mini"><div class="vc_gitem_row vc_row vc_gitem-row-position-top"><div class="vc_col-sm-12 vc_gitem-col vc_gitem-col-align-"><div class="vc_custom_heading vc_gitem-post-data vc_gitem-post-data-source-post_title" ><h4 style="text-align: left" >Minimum Seven Year Sentence Imposed In Drug Trafficking Case</h4></div><div class="vc_custom_heading vc_gitem-post-data vc_gitem-post-data-source-post_excerpt" ><p style="text-align: left" ><p>A Newton man will spend seven to 10 years in prison after his conviction for trafficking opium by possession. He was sentenced during Catawba County Superior Court on Wednesday (June&hellip;</p> </p></div><div class="vc_btn3-container vc_btn3-left"><a class="vc_general vc_btn3 vc_btn3-size-md vc_btn3-shape-rounded vc_btn3-style-flat vc_btn3-color-juicy-pink" a href="https://whky.com/minimum-seven-year-sentence-imposed-in-drug-trafficking-case/" class="vc_gitem-link vc_general vc_btn3 vc_general vc_btn3 vc_btn3-size-md vc_btn3-shape-rounded vc_btn3-style-flat vc_btn3-color-juicy-pink" title="Read more">Read more</a></div></div></div></div></div></div><div class="vc_clearfix"></div></div><div class="vc_grid-item vc_clearfix vc_col-sm-3 vc_grid-item-zone-c-bottom"><div class="vc_grid-item-mini vc_clearfix "><div class="vc_gitem-animated-block" ><div class="vc_gitem-zone vc_gitem-zone-a vc-gitem-zone-height-mode-auto vc-gitem-zone-height-mode-auto-1-1 vc_gitem-is-link" style="background-image: url('https://whky.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/12/Morganton-Public-Safety-logo-121924.gif.jpg') !important;"><a href="https://whky.com/morganton-public-safety-warns-public-regarding-ongoing-scams/" title="Morganton Public Safety Warns Public Regarding Ongoing Scams" class="vc_gitem-link vc-zone-link" ></a><img class="vc_gitem-zone-img" src="https://whky.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/12/Morganton-Public-Safety-logo-121924.gif.jpg" alt="Morganton Public Safety Warns Public Regarding Ongoing Scams" loading="lazy"><div class="vc_gitem-zone-mini"></div></div></div><div class="vc_gitem-zone vc_gitem-zone-c vc_custom_1419240516480"><div class="vc_gitem-zone-mini"><div class="vc_gitem_row vc_row vc_gitem-row-position-top"><div class="vc_col-sm-12 vc_gitem-col vc_gitem-col-align-"><div class="vc_custom_heading vc_gitem-post-data vc_gitem-post-data-source-post_title" ><h4 style="text-align: left" >Morganton Public Safety Warns Public Regarding Ongoing Scams</h4></div><div class="vc_custom_heading vc_gitem-post-data vc_gitem-post-data-source-post_excerpt" ><p style="text-align: left" ><p>The Morganton Department of Public Safety continues to receive reports of scams targeting local residents. The scams come through various forms, some of which include phone calls, text messages, emails,&hellip;</p> </p></div><div class="vc_btn3-container vc_btn3-left"><a class="vc_general vc_btn3 vc_btn3-size-md vc_btn3-shape-rounded vc_btn3-style-flat vc_btn3-color-juicy-pink" a href="https://whky.com/morganton-public-safety-warns-public-regarding-ongoing-scams/" class="vc_gitem-link vc_general vc_btn3 vc_general vc_btn3 vc_btn3-size-md vc_btn3-shape-rounded vc_btn3-style-flat vc_btn3-color-juicy-pink" title="Read more">Read more</a></div></div></div></div></div></div><div class="vc_clearfix"></div></div><div class="vc_grid-item vc_clearfix vc_col-sm-3 vc_grid-item-zone-c-bottom"><div class="vc_grid-item-mini vc_clearfix "><div class="vc_gitem-animated-block" ><div class="vc_gitem-zone vc_gitem-zone-a vc-gitem-zone-height-mode-auto vc-gitem-zone-height-mode-auto-1-1 vc_gitem-is-link" style="background-image: url('https://whky.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/06/Horton-and-Clark-Combo-Pic-060625.jpg') !important;"><a href="https://whky.com/suspects-arrested-in-meth-trafficking-case/" title="Suspects Arrested In Meth Trafficking Case" class="vc_gitem-link vc-zone-link" ></a><img class="vc_gitem-zone-img" src="https://whky.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/06/Horton-and-Clark-Combo-Pic-060625.jpg" alt="Suspects Arrested In Meth Trafficking Case" loading="lazy"><div class="vc_gitem-zone-mini"></div></div></div><div class="vc_gitem-zone vc_gitem-zone-c vc_custom_1419240516480"><div class="vc_gitem-zone-mini"><div class="vc_gitem_row vc_row vc_gitem-row-position-top"><div class="vc_col-sm-12 vc_gitem-col vc_gitem-col-align-"><div class="vc_custom_heading vc_gitem-post-data vc_gitem-post-data-source-post_title" ><h4 style="text-align: left" >Suspects Arrested In Meth Trafficking Case</h4></div><div class="vc_custom_heading vc_gitem-post-data vc_gitem-post-data-source-post_excerpt" ><p style="text-align: left" ><p>35-year-old Hildagard Marie Horton and 44-year-old Travis Eugene Clark were arrested by Caldwell County Sheriff’s Officers. They were each charged with trafficking methamphetamine and maintaining a dwelling for controlled substances.&hellip;</p> </p></div><div class="vc_btn3-container vc_btn3-left"><a class="vc_general vc_btn3 vc_btn3-size-md vc_btn3-shape-rounded vc_btn3-style-flat vc_btn3-color-juicy-pink" a href="https://whky.com/suspects-arrested-in-meth-trafficking-case/" class="vc_gitem-link vc_general vc_btn3 vc_general vc_btn3 vc_btn3-size-md vc_btn3-shape-rounded vc_btn3-style-flat vc_btn3-color-juicy-pink" title="Read more">Read more</a></div></div></div></div></div></div><div class="vc_clearfix"></div></div><div class="vc_grid-item vc_clearfix vc_col-sm-3 vc_grid-item-zone-c-bottom"><div class="vc_grid-item-mini vc_clearfix "><div class="vc_gitem-animated-block" ><div class="vc_gitem-zone vc_gitem-zone-a vc-gitem-zone-height-mode-auto vc-gitem-zone-height-mode-auto-1-1 vc_gitem-is-link" style="background-image: url('https://whky.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/06/IMG_0116-1024x849.jpeg') !important;"><a href="https://whky.com/authorities-take-another-shooting-suspect-into-custody/" title="Authorities Take Another Shooting Suspect Into Custody" class="vc_gitem-link vc-zone-link" ></a><img class="vc_gitem-zone-img" src="https://whky.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/06/IMG_0116-1024x849.jpeg" alt="Authorities Take Another Shooting Suspect Into Custody" loading="lazy"><div class="vc_gitem-zone-mini"></div></div></div><div class="vc_gitem-zone vc_gitem-zone-c vc_custom_1419240516480"><div class="vc_gitem-zone-mini"><div class="vc_gitem_row vc_row vc_gitem-row-position-top"><div class="vc_col-sm-12 vc_gitem-col vc_gitem-col-align-"><div class="vc_custom_heading vc_gitem-post-data vc_gitem-post-data-source-post_title" ><h4 style="text-align: left" >Authorities Take Another Shooting Suspect Into Custody</h4></div><div class="vc_custom_heading vc_gitem-post-data vc_gitem-post-data-source-post_excerpt" ><p style="text-align: left" ><p>Another suspect in Sunday’s (June 1) mass shooting on Walnut Acres Drive in Mountain View has been arrested. 19-year-old Ke’andre O’neal Mack of Hickory has been arrested on one count&hellip;</p> </p></div><div class="vc_btn3-container vc_btn3-left"><a class="vc_general vc_btn3 vc_btn3-size-md vc_btn3-shape-rounded vc_btn3-style-flat vc_btn3-color-juicy-pink" a href="https://whky.com/authorities-take-another-shooting-suspect-into-custody/" class="vc_gitem-link vc_general vc_btn3 vc_general vc_btn3 vc_btn3-size-md vc_btn3-shape-rounded vc_btn3-style-flat vc_btn3-color-juicy-pink" title="Read more">Read more</a></div></div></div></div></div></div><div class="vc_clearfix"></div></div><div class="vc_grid-item vc_clearfix vc_col-sm-3 vc_grid-item-zone-c-bottom"><div class="vc_grid-item-mini vc_clearfix "><div class="vc_gitem-animated-block" ><div class="vc_gitem-zone vc_gitem-zone-a vc-gitem-zone-height-mode-auto vc-gitem-zone-height-mode-auto-1-1 vc_gitem-is-link" style="background-image: url('https://whky.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/06/Bates-Mitchell-Huff-combo-060525-1024x468.jpg') !important;"><a href="https://whky.com/more-charges-filed-in-connection-with-mountain-view-shooting/" title="More Charges Filed in Connection with Mountain View Shooting" class="vc_gitem-link vc-zone-link" ></a><img class="vc_gitem-zone-img" src="https://whky.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/06/Bates-Mitchell-Huff-combo-060525-1024x468.jpg" alt="More Charges Filed in Connection with Mountain View Shooting" loading="lazy"><div class="vc_gitem-zone-mini"></div></div></div><div class="vc_gitem-zone vc_gitem-zone-c vc_custom_1419240516480"><div class="vc_gitem-zone-mini"><div class="vc_gitem_row vc_row vc_gitem-row-position-top"><div class="vc_col-sm-12 vc_gitem-col vc_gitem-col-align-"><div class="vc_custom_heading vc_gitem-post-data vc_gitem-post-data-source-post_title" ><h4 style="text-align: left" >More Charges Filed in Connection with Mountain View Shooting</h4></div><div class="vc_custom_heading vc_gitem-post-data vc_gitem-post-data-source-post_excerpt" ><p style="text-align: left" ><p>22-year-old Zachary Micheal Bates of Morganton has been arrested on one count of attempted first-degree murder. He is charged in connection with the mass shooting early Sunday morning (June 2)&hellip;</p> </p></div><div class="vc_btn3-container vc_btn3-left"><a class="vc_general vc_btn3 vc_btn3-size-md vc_btn3-shape-rounded vc_btn3-style-flat vc_btn3-color-juicy-pink" a href="https://whky.com/more-charges-filed-in-connection-with-mountain-view-shooting/" class="vc_gitem-link vc_general vc_btn3 vc_general vc_btn3 vc_btn3-size-md vc_btn3-shape-rounded vc_btn3-style-flat vc_btn3-color-juicy-pink" title="Read more">Read more</a></div></div></div></div></div></div><div class="vc_clearfix"></div></div><div class="vc_grid-item vc_clearfix vc_col-sm-3 vc_grid-item-zone-c-bottom"><div class="vc_grid-item-mini vc_clearfix "><div class="vc_gitem-animated-block" ><div class="vc_gitem-zone vc_gitem-zone-a vc-gitem-zone-height-mode-auto vc-gitem-zone-height-mode-auto-1-1 vc_gitem-is-link" style="background-image: url('https://whky.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/06/William-David-Pope.jpg') !important;"><a href="https://whky.com/connelly-springs-man-turned-himself-in-after-one-day-on-burke-co-most-wanted-list/" title="Connelly Springs Man Turned Himself In After One Day on Burke Co. Most Wanted List" class="vc_gitem-link vc-zone-link" ></a><img class="vc_gitem-zone-img" src="https://whky.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/06/William-David-Pope.jpg" alt="Connelly Springs Man Turned Himself In After One Day on Burke Co. Most Wanted List" loading="lazy"><div class="vc_gitem-zone-mini"></div></div></div><div class="vc_gitem-zone vc_gitem-zone-c vc_custom_1419240516480"><div class="vc_gitem-zone-mini"><div class="vc_gitem_row vc_row vc_gitem-row-position-top"><div class="vc_col-sm-12 vc_gitem-col vc_gitem-col-align-"><div class="vc_custom_heading vc_gitem-post-data vc_gitem-post-data-source-post_title" ><h4 style="text-align: left" >Connelly Springs Man Turned Himself In After One Day on Burke Co. Most Wanted List</h4></div><div class="vc_custom_heading vc_gitem-post-data vc_gitem-post-data-source-post_excerpt" ><p style="text-align: left" ><p>37-year-old William David Pope of Connelly Springs was wanted on charges of felony possession of schedule two controlled substance and misdemeanor possession of drug paraphernalia. On Wednesday (June 4) William&hellip;</p> </p></div><div class="vc_btn3-container vc_btn3-left"><a class="vc_general vc_btn3 vc_btn3-size-md vc_btn3-shape-rounded vc_btn3-style-flat vc_btn3-color-juicy-pink" a href="https://whky.com/connelly-springs-man-turned-himself-in-after-one-day-on-burke-co-most-wanted-list/" class="vc_gitem-link vc_general vc_btn3 vc_general vc_btn3 vc_btn3-size-md vc_btn3-shape-rounded vc_btn3-style-flat vc_btn3-color-juicy-pink" title="Read more">Read more</a></div></div></div></div></div></div><div class="vc_clearfix"></div></div><div class="vc_grid-item vc_clearfix vc_col-sm-3 vc_grid-item-zone-c-bottom"><div class="vc_grid-item-mini vc_clearfix "><div class="vc_gitem-animated-block" ><div class="vc_gitem-zone vc_gitem-zone-a vc-gitem-zone-height-mode-auto vc-gitem-zone-height-mode-auto-1-1 vc_gitem-is-link" style="background-image: url('https://whky.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/06/Braswell-Zoe-Makenna-060525.jpg') !important;"><a href="https://whky.com/arrest-made-for-accessory-to-attempted-first-degree-murder/" title="Arrest Made for Accessory to Attempted First-Degree Murder" class="vc_gitem-link vc-zone-link" ></a><img class="vc_gitem-zone-img" src="https://whky.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/06/Braswell-Zoe-Makenna-060525.jpg" alt="Arrest Made for Accessory to Attempted First-Degree Murder" loading="lazy"><div class="vc_gitem-zone-mini"></div></div></div><div class="vc_gitem-zone vc_gitem-zone-c vc_custom_1419240516480"><div class="vc_gitem-zone-mini"><div class="vc_gitem_row vc_row vc_gitem-row-position-top"><div class="vc_col-sm-12 vc_gitem-col vc_gitem-col-align-"><div class="vc_custom_heading vc_gitem-post-data vc_gitem-post-data-source-post_title" ><h4 style="text-align: left" >Arrest Made for Accessory to Attempted First-Degree Murder</h4></div><div class="vc_custom_heading vc_gitem-post-data vc_gitem-post-data-source-post_excerpt" ><p style="text-align: left" ><p>According to the latest update on the mass shooting in Mountain View, Zoe Makenna Braswell has been arrested and charged with one count of accessory after the fact to attempted&hellip;</p> </p></div><div class="vc_btn3-container vc_btn3-left"><a class="vc_general vc_btn3 vc_btn3-size-md vc_btn3-shape-rounded vc_btn3-style-flat vc_btn3-color-juicy-pink" a href="https://whky.com/arrest-made-for-accessory-to-attempted-first-degree-murder/" class="vc_gitem-link vc_general vc_btn3 vc_general vc_btn3 vc_btn3-size-md vc_btn3-shape-rounded vc_btn3-style-flat vc_btn3-color-juicy-pink" title="Read more">Read more</a></div></div></div></div></div></div><div class="vc_clearfix"></div></div><div class="vc_grid-item vc_clearfix vc_col-sm-3 vc_grid-item-zone-c-bottom"><div class="vc_grid-item-mini vc_clearfix "><div class="vc_gitem-animated-block" ><div class="vc_gitem-zone vc_gitem-zone-a vc-gitem-zone-height-mode-auto vc-gitem-zone-height-mode-auto-1-1 vc_gitem-is-link" style="background-image: 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Sought In Mass Shooting Case, Individual Wanted In Burke Robbery Case</h4></div><div class="vc_custom_heading vc_gitem-post-data vc_gitem-post-data-source-post_excerpt" ><p style="text-align: left" ><p>According to the Catawba County Sheriff&#8217;s Office, 18-year-old Izaiah (Zae) Mitchell of Morganton resident has been named as a person of interest in connection with the Mass Shooting on Walnut&hellip;</p> </p></div><div class="vc_btn3-container vc_btn3-left"><a class="vc_general vc_btn3 vc_btn3-size-md vc_btn3-shape-rounded vc_btn3-style-flat vc_btn3-color-juicy-pink" a href="https://whky.com/person-of-interest-sought-in-mass-shooting-case-individual-wanted-in-burke-robbery-case/" class="vc_gitem-link vc_general vc_btn3 vc_general vc_btn3 vc_btn3-size-md vc_btn3-shape-rounded vc_btn3-style-flat vc_btn3-color-juicy-pink" title="Read more">Read more</a></div></div></div></div></div></div><div class="vc_clearfix"></div></div><div class="vc_grid-item vc_clearfix vc_col-sm-3 vc_grid-item-zone-c-bottom"><div class="vc_grid-item-mini vc_clearfix "><div class="vc_gitem-animated-block" ><div class="vc_gitem-zone vc_gitem-zone-a vc-gitem-zone-height-mode-auto vc-gitem-zone-height-mode-auto-1-1 vc_gitem-is-link" style="background-image: url('https://whky.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/06/Huff-and-Mack-Combo-Pic-060525.jpg') !important;"><a href="https://whky.com/two-additional-suspects-arrested-in-shooting-case-two-being-sought-for-attempted-murder/" title="Two Additional Suspects Arrested In Shooting Case, Two Being Sought For Attempted Murder" class="vc_gitem-link vc-zone-link" ></a><img class="vc_gitem-zone-img" src="https://whky.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/06/Huff-and-Mack-Combo-Pic-060525.jpg" alt="Two Additional Suspects Arrested In Shooting Case, Two Being Sought For Attempted Murder" loading="lazy"><div class="vc_gitem-zone-mini"></div></div></div><div class="vc_gitem-zone vc_gitem-zone-c vc_custom_1419240516480"><div class="vc_gitem-zone-mini"><div class="vc_gitem_row vc_row vc_gitem-row-position-top"><div class="vc_col-sm-12 vc_gitem-col vc_gitem-col-align-"><div class="vc_custom_heading vc_gitem-post-data vc_gitem-post-data-source-post_title" ><h4 style="text-align: left" >Two Additional Suspects Arrested In Shooting Case, Two Being Sought For Attempted Murder</h4></div><div class="vc_custom_heading vc_gitem-post-data vc_gitem-post-data-source-post_excerpt" ><p style="text-align: left" ><p>Two suspects are being sought in connection to the mass shooting Sunday (June 1) in Mountain View. According to the Catawba County Sheriff’s Office, Toland Huff, Jr. and Ke&#8217;andre O&#8217;neal&hellip;</p> </p></div><div class="vc_btn3-container vc_btn3-left"><a class="vc_general vc_btn3 vc_btn3-size-md vc_btn3-shape-rounded vc_btn3-style-flat vc_btn3-color-juicy-pink" a href="https://whky.com/two-additional-suspects-arrested-in-shooting-case-two-being-sought-for-attempted-murder/" class="vc_gitem-link vc_general vc_btn3 vc_general vc_btn3 vc_btn3-size-md vc_btn3-shape-rounded vc_btn3-style-flat vc_btn3-color-juicy-pink" title="Read more">Read more</a></div></div></div></div></div></div><div class="vc_clearfix"></div></div><div class="vc_grid-item vc_clearfix vc_col-sm-3 vc_grid-item-zone-c-bottom"><div class="vc_grid-item-mini vc_clearfix "><div class="vc_gitem-animated-block" ><div class="vc_gitem-zone vc_gitem-zone-a vc-gitem-zone-height-mode-auto vc-gitem-zone-height-mode-auto-1-1 vc_gitem-is-link" style="background-image: url('https://whky.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/06/South-Tyler-Dwayne-060525.jpg') !important;"><a href="https://whky.com/morganton-man-charged-with-string-of-felony-drug-offenses-following-traffic-stop/" title="Morganton Man Charged With String Of Felony Drug Offenses Following Traffic Stop" class="vc_gitem-link vc-zone-link" ></a><img class="vc_gitem-zone-img" src="https://whky.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/06/South-Tyler-Dwayne-060525.jpg" alt="Morganton Man Charged With String Of Felony Drug Offenses Following Traffic Stop" loading="lazy"><div class="vc_gitem-zone-mini"></div></div></div><div class="vc_gitem-zone vc_gitem-zone-c vc_custom_1419240516480"><div class="vc_gitem-zone-mini"><div class="vc_gitem_row vc_row vc_gitem-row-position-top"><div class="vc_col-sm-12 vc_gitem-col vc_gitem-col-align-"><div class="vc_custom_heading vc_gitem-post-data vc_gitem-post-data-source-post_title" ><h4 style="text-align: left" >Morganton Man Charged With String Of Felony Drug Offenses Following Traffic Stop</h4></div><div class="vc_custom_heading vc_gitem-post-data vc_gitem-post-data-source-post_excerpt" ><p style="text-align: left" ><p>34-year-old Tyler Dwayne South of Rainhill Church Road in Morganton was arrested by Burke County Sheriff&#8217;s Officers. He&#8217;s charged with felony counts of trafficking fentanyl, possession of methamphetamine, possession with&hellip;</p> </p></div><div class="vc_btn3-container vc_btn3-left"><a class="vc_general vc_btn3 vc_btn3-size-md vc_btn3-shape-rounded vc_btn3-style-flat vc_btn3-color-juicy-pink" a href="https://whky.com/morganton-man-charged-with-string-of-felony-drug-offenses-following-traffic-stop/" class="vc_gitem-link vc_general vc_btn3 vc_general vc_btn3 vc_btn3-size-md vc_btn3-shape-rounded vc_btn3-style-flat vc_btn3-color-juicy-pink" title="Read more">Read more</a></div></div></div></div></div></div><div class="vc_clearfix"></div></div><div class="vc_grid-item vc_clearfix vc_col-sm-3 vc_grid-item-zone-c-bottom"><div class="vc_grid-item-mini vc_clearfix "><div class="vc_gitem-animated-block" ><div class="vc_gitem-zone vc_gitem-zone-a vc-gitem-zone-height-mode-auto vc-gitem-zone-height-mode-auto-1-1 vc_gitem-is-link" style="background-image: url('https://whky.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/12/Scam-Alert-News-Graphic-121520.jpg') !important;"><a href="https://whky.com/scam-warning-issued-by-iredell-county-officials/" title="Scam Warning Issued By Iredell County Officials" class="vc_gitem-link vc-zone-link" ></a><img class="vc_gitem-zone-img" src="https://whky.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/12/Scam-Alert-News-Graphic-121520.jpg" alt="Scam Warning Issued By Iredell County Officials" loading="lazy"><div class="vc_gitem-zone-mini"></div></div></div><div class="vc_gitem-zone vc_gitem-zone-c vc_custom_1419240516480"><div class="vc_gitem-zone-mini"><div class="vc_gitem_row vc_row vc_gitem-row-position-top"><div class="vc_col-sm-12 vc_gitem-col vc_gitem-col-align-"><div class="vc_custom_heading vc_gitem-post-data vc_gitem-post-data-source-post_title" ><h4 style="text-align: left" >Scam Warning Issued By Iredell County Officials</h4></div><div class="vc_custom_heading vc_gitem-post-data vc_gitem-post-data-source-post_excerpt" ><p style="text-align: left" ><p>Iredell County officials have been made aware of a scam email circulating that asks County residents to wire transfer money as part of rezoning requests. This is not legitimate. Please&hellip;</p> </p></div><div class="vc_btn3-container vc_btn3-left"><a class="vc_general vc_btn3 vc_btn3-size-md vc_btn3-shape-rounded vc_btn3-style-flat vc_btn3-color-juicy-pink" a href="https://whky.com/scam-warning-issued-by-iredell-county-officials/" class="vc_gitem-link vc_general vc_btn3 vc_general vc_btn3 vc_btn3-size-md vc_btn3-shape-rounded vc_btn3-style-flat vc_btn3-color-juicy-pink" title="Read more">Read more</a></div></div></div></div></div></div><div class="vc_clearfix"></div></div><div class="vc_grid-item vc_clearfix vc_col-sm-3 vc_grid-item-zone-c-bottom"><div class="vc_grid-item-mini vc_clearfix "><div class="vc_gitem-animated-block" ><div class="vc_gitem-zone vc_gitem-zone-a vc-gitem-zone-height-mode-auto vc-gitem-zone-height-mode-auto-1-1 vc_gitem-is-link" style="background-image: url('https://whky.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/06/IMG_0090.jpeg') !important;"><a href="https://whky.com/additional-suspect-identified-in-mass-shooting-case/" title="Additional Suspect Identified In Mass Shooting Case" class="vc_gitem-link vc-zone-link" ></a><img class="vc_gitem-zone-img" src="https://whky.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/06/IMG_0090.jpeg" alt="Additional Suspect Identified In Mass Shooting Case" loading="lazy"><div class="vc_gitem-zone-mini"></div></div></div><div class="vc_gitem-zone vc_gitem-zone-c vc_custom_1419240516480"><div class="vc_gitem-zone-mini"><div class="vc_gitem_row vc_row vc_gitem-row-position-top"><div class="vc_col-sm-12 vc_gitem-col vc_gitem-col-align-"><div class="vc_custom_heading vc_gitem-post-data vc_gitem-post-data-source-post_title" ><h4 style="text-align: left" >Additional Suspect Identified In Mass Shooting Case</h4></div><div class="vc_custom_heading vc_gitem-post-data vc_gitem-post-data-source-post_excerpt" ><p style="text-align: left" ><p>Another suspect is charged in connection with the mass shooting Sunday (June 1) in Mountain View. The suspect is being sought by authorities. According to the Catawba County Sheriff’s Office,&hellip;</p> </p></div><div class="vc_btn3-container vc_btn3-left"><a class="vc_general vc_btn3 vc_btn3-size-md vc_btn3-shape-rounded vc_btn3-style-flat vc_btn3-color-juicy-pink" a href="https://whky.com/additional-suspect-identified-in-mass-shooting-case/" class="vc_gitem-link vc_general vc_btn3 vc_general vc_btn3 vc_btn3-size-md vc_btn3-shape-rounded vc_btn3-style-flat vc_btn3-color-juicy-pink" title="Read more">Read more</a></div></div></div></div></div></div><div class="vc_clearfix"></div></div><div class="vc_grid-item vc_clearfix vc_col-sm-3 vc_grid-item-zone-c-bottom"><div class="vc_grid-item-mini vc_clearfix "><div class="vc_gitem-animated-block" ><div class="vc_gitem-zone vc_gitem-zone-a vc-gitem-zone-height-mode-auto vc-gitem-zone-height-mode-auto-1-1 vc_gitem-is-link" style="background-image: url('https://whky.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/06/Killian-Garon-Natheniel-060425.jpg') !important;"><a href="https://whky.com/shooting-suspect-gets-200k-bond/" title="Shooting Suspect Gets 200K Bond" class="vc_gitem-link vc-zone-link" ></a><img class="vc_gitem-zone-img" src="https://whky.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/06/Killian-Garon-Natheniel-060425.jpg" alt="Shooting Suspect Gets 200K Bond" loading="lazy"><div class="vc_gitem-zone-mini"></div></div></div><div class="vc_gitem-zone vc_gitem-zone-c vc_custom_1419240516480"><div class="vc_gitem-zone-mini"><div class="vc_gitem_row vc_row vc_gitem-row-position-top"><div class="vc_col-sm-12 vc_gitem-col vc_gitem-col-align-"><div class="vc_custom_heading vc_gitem-post-data vc_gitem-post-data-source-post_title" ><h4 style="text-align: left" >Shooting Suspect Gets 200K Bond</h4></div><div class="vc_custom_heading vc_gitem-post-data vc_gitem-post-data-source-post_excerpt" ><p style="text-align: left" ><p>Bond for 20-year-old Garon Nathaniel Killian of Lenoir has been set at $200,000, secured, contrary to the wishes of law enforcement personnel who attended a briefing at the Catawba County&hellip;</p> </p></div><div class="vc_btn3-container vc_btn3-left"><a class="vc_general vc_btn3 vc_btn3-size-md vc_btn3-shape-rounded vc_btn3-style-flat vc_btn3-color-juicy-pink" a href="https://whky.com/shooting-suspect-gets-200k-bond/" class="vc_gitem-link vc_general vc_btn3 vc_general vc_btn3 vc_btn3-size-md vc_btn3-shape-rounded vc_btn3-style-flat vc_btn3-color-juicy-pink" title="Read more">Read more</a></div></div></div></div></div></div><div class="vc_clearfix"></div></div><div class="vc_grid-item vc_clearfix vc_col-sm-3 vc_grid-item-zone-c-bottom"><div class="vc_grid-item-mini vc_clearfix "><div class="vc_gitem-animated-block" ><div class="vc_gitem-zone vc_gitem-zone-a vc-gitem-zone-height-mode-auto vc-gitem-zone-height-mode-auto-1-1 vc_gitem-is-link" style="background-image: url('https://whky.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/06/Robbins-Patrick-Michael-060425.jpg') !important;"><a href="https://whky.com/hickory-man-charged-with-drug-offenses/" title="Hickory Man Charged With Drug Offenses" class="vc_gitem-link vc-zone-link" ></a><img class="vc_gitem-zone-img" src="https://whky.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/06/Robbins-Patrick-Michael-060425.jpg" alt="Hickory Man Charged With Drug Offenses" loading="lazy"><div class="vc_gitem-zone-mini"></div></div></div><div class="vc_gitem-zone vc_gitem-zone-c vc_custom_1419240516480"><div class="vc_gitem-zone-mini"><div class="vc_gitem_row vc_row vc_gitem-row-position-top"><div class="vc_col-sm-12 vc_gitem-col vc_gitem-col-align-"><div class="vc_custom_heading vc_gitem-post-data vc_gitem-post-data-source-post_title" ><h4 style="text-align: left" >Hickory Man Charged With Drug Offenses</h4></div><div class="vc_custom_heading vc_gitem-post-data vc_gitem-post-data-source-post_excerpt" ><p style="text-align: left" ><p>41-year-old Patrick Michael Robbins of 21st Avenue NE in Hickory was arrested Tuesday (June 3) by Hickory Police Officers. He&#8217;s charged with felony possession of schedule II controlled substance, possession&hellip;</p> </p></div><div class="vc_btn3-container vc_btn3-left"><a class="vc_general vc_btn3 vc_btn3-size-md vc_btn3-shape-rounded vc_btn3-style-flat vc_btn3-color-juicy-pink" a href="https://whky.com/hickory-man-charged-with-drug-offenses/" class="vc_gitem-link vc_general vc_btn3 vc_general vc_btn3 vc_btn3-size-md vc_btn3-shape-rounded vc_btn3-style-flat vc_btn3-color-juicy-pink" title="Read more">Read more</a></div></div></div></div></div></div><div class="vc_clearfix"></div></div><div class="vc_grid-item vc_clearfix vc_col-sm-3 vc_grid-item-zone-c-bottom"><div class="vc_grid-item-mini vc_clearfix "><div class="vc_gitem-animated-block" ><div class="vc_gitem-zone vc_gitem-zone-a vc-gitem-zone-height-mode-auto vc-gitem-zone-height-mode-auto-1-1 vc_gitem-is-link" style="background-image: url('https://whky.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/06/Hughes-Nathan-Charles-060425.jpg') !important;"><a href="https://whky.com/newton-man-arrested-on-felony-drug-charge/" title="Newton Man Arrested On Felony Drug Charge" class="vc_gitem-link vc-zone-link" ></a><img class="vc_gitem-zone-img" src="https://whky.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/06/Hughes-Nathan-Charles-060425.jpg" alt="Newton Man Arrested On Felony Drug Charge" loading="lazy"><div class="vc_gitem-zone-mini"></div></div></div><div class="vc_gitem-zone vc_gitem-zone-c vc_custom_1419240516480"><div class="vc_gitem-zone-mini"><div class="vc_gitem_row vc_row vc_gitem-row-position-top"><div class="vc_col-sm-12 vc_gitem-col vc_gitem-col-align-"><div class="vc_custom_heading vc_gitem-post-data vc_gitem-post-data-source-post_title" ><h4 style="text-align: left" >Newton Man Arrested On Felony Drug Charge</h4></div><div class="vc_custom_heading vc_gitem-post-data vc_gitem-post-data-source-post_excerpt" ><p style="text-align: left" ><p>47-year-old Nathan Charles Hughes of West 6th Street in Newton was arrested Tuesday (June 3) by authorities in Catawba County. He&#8217;s charged with felony possession of schedule I controlled substance.&hellip;</p> </p></div><div class="vc_btn3-container vc_btn3-left"><a class="vc_general vc_btn3 vc_btn3-size-md vc_btn3-shape-rounded vc_btn3-style-flat vc_btn3-color-juicy-pink" a href="https://whky.com/newton-man-arrested-on-felony-drug-charge/" class="vc_gitem-link vc_general vc_btn3 vc_general vc_btn3 vc_btn3-size-md vc_btn3-shape-rounded vc_btn3-style-flat vc_btn3-color-juicy-pink" title="Read more">Read more</a></div></div></div></div></div></div><div class="vc_clearfix"></div></div><div class="vc_grid-item vc_clearfix vc_col-sm-3 vc_grid-item-zone-c-bottom"><div class="vc_grid-item-mini vc_clearfix "><div class="vc_gitem-animated-block" ><div class="vc_gitem-zone vc_gitem-zone-a vc-gitem-zone-height-mode-auto vc-gitem-zone-height-mode-auto-1-1 vc_gitem-is-link" style="background-image: url('https://whky.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/06/Fraudulent-Text-Message-Scam-Pic-060425.jpg') !important;"><a href="https://whky.com/hickory-pd-issues-warning-regarding-dmv-text-message-scam/" title="Hickory PD Issues Warning Regarding DMV Text Message Scam" class="vc_gitem-link vc-zone-link" ></a><img class="vc_gitem-zone-img" src="https://whky.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/06/Fraudulent-Text-Message-Scam-Pic-060425.jpg" alt="Hickory PD Issues Warning Regarding DMV Text Message Scam" loading="lazy"><div class="vc_gitem-zone-mini"></div></div></div><div class="vc_gitem-zone vc_gitem-zone-c vc_custom_1419240516480"><div class="vc_gitem-zone-mini"><div class="vc_gitem_row vc_row vc_gitem-row-position-top"><div class="vc_col-sm-12 vc_gitem-col vc_gitem-col-align-"><div class="vc_custom_heading vc_gitem-post-data vc_gitem-post-data-source-post_title" ><h4 style="text-align: left" >Hickory PD Issues Warning Regarding DMV Text Message Scam</h4></div><div class="vc_custom_heading vc_gitem-post-data vc_gitem-post-data-source-post_excerpt" ><p style="text-align: left" ><p>Suspicious text messages claiming recipients have an unpaid traffic ticket were sent to many Hickory residents. According to the Hickory Police Department, this is a scam. The fraudulent messages contain&hellip;</p> </p></div><div class="vc_btn3-container vc_btn3-left"><a class="vc_general vc_btn3 vc_btn3-size-md vc_btn3-shape-rounded vc_btn3-style-flat vc_btn3-color-juicy-pink" a href="https://whky.com/hickory-pd-issues-warning-regarding-dmv-text-message-scam/" class="vc_gitem-link vc_general vc_btn3 vc_general vc_btn3 vc_btn3-size-md vc_btn3-shape-rounded vc_btn3-style-flat vc_btn3-color-juicy-pink" title="Read more">Read more</a></div></div></div></div></div></div><div class="vc_clearfix"></div></div><div class="vc_grid-item vc_clearfix vc_col-sm-3 vc_grid-item-zone-c-bottom"><div class="vc_grid-item-mini vc_clearfix "><div class="vc_gitem-animated-block" ><div class="vc_gitem-zone vc_gitem-zone-a vc-gitem-zone-height-mode-auto vc-gitem-zone-height-mode-auto-1-1 vc_gitem-is-link" style="background-image: url('https://whky.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/06/Blue-Paige-Nicole-060425.jpg') !important;"><a href="https://whky.com/woman-charged-with-murder-of-her-child-transferred-to-alexander-county/" title="Woman Charged With Murder Of Her Child Transferred To Alexander County" class="vc_gitem-link vc-zone-link" ></a><img class="vc_gitem-zone-img" src="https://whky.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/06/Blue-Paige-Nicole-060425.jpg" alt="Woman Charged With Murder Of Her Child Transferred To Alexander County" loading="lazy"><div class="vc_gitem-zone-mini"></div></div></div><div class="vc_gitem-zone vc_gitem-zone-c vc_custom_1419240516480"><div class="vc_gitem-zone-mini"><div class="vc_gitem_row vc_row vc_gitem-row-position-top"><div class="vc_col-sm-12 vc_gitem-col vc_gitem-col-align-"><div class="vc_custom_heading vc_gitem-post-data vc_gitem-post-data-source-post_title" ><h4 style="text-align: left" >Woman Charged With Murder Of Her Child Transferred To Alexander County</h4></div><div class="vc_custom_heading vc_gitem-post-data vc_gitem-post-data-source-post_excerpt" ><p style="text-align: left" ><p>A Lenoir woman charged with the murder of her child is now being held in Alexander County custody. 27-year-old Paige Nicole Blue was transferred to the Alexander County Detention Center&hellip;</p> </p></div><div class="vc_btn3-container vc_btn3-left"><a class="vc_general vc_btn3 vc_btn3-size-md vc_btn3-shape-rounded vc_btn3-style-flat vc_btn3-color-juicy-pink" a href="https://whky.com/woman-charged-with-murder-of-her-child-transferred-to-alexander-county/" class="vc_gitem-link vc_general vc_btn3 vc_general vc_btn3 vc_btn3-size-md vc_btn3-shape-rounded vc_btn3-style-flat vc_btn3-color-juicy-pink" title="Read more">Read more</a></div></div></div></div></div></div><div class="vc_clearfix"></div></div><div class="vc_grid-item vc_clearfix vc_col-sm-3 vc_grid-item-zone-c-bottom"><div class="vc_grid-item-mini vc_clearfix "><div class="vc_gitem-animated-block" ><div class="vc_gitem-zone vc_gitem-zone-a vc-gitem-zone-height-mode-auto vc-gitem-zone-height-mode-auto-1-1 vc_gitem-is-link" style="background-image: url('https://whky.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/06/Killian-Garon-Natheniel-060425.jpg') !important;"><a href="https://whky.com/arrest-made-in-mass-shooting-event-in-mountain-view/" title="Arrest Made In Mass Shooting In Mountain View (Updated at 3:50 a.m., 6/4/25)" class="vc_gitem-link vc-zone-link" ></a><img class="vc_gitem-zone-img" src="https://whky.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/06/Killian-Garon-Natheniel-060425.jpg" alt="Arrest Made In Mass Shooting In Mountain View (Updated at 3:50 a.m., 6/4/25)" loading="lazy"><div class="vc_gitem-zone-mini"></div></div></div><div class="vc_gitem-zone vc_gitem-zone-c vc_custom_1419240516480"><div class="vc_gitem-zone-mini"><div class="vc_gitem_row vc_row vc_gitem-row-position-top"><div class="vc_col-sm-12 vc_gitem-col vc_gitem-col-align-"><div class="vc_custom_heading vc_gitem-post-data vc_gitem-post-data-source-post_title" ><h4 style="text-align: left" >Arrest Made In Mass Shooting In Mountain View (Updated at 3:50 a.m., 6/4/25)</h4></div><div class="vc_custom_heading vc_gitem-post-data vc_gitem-post-data-source-post_excerpt" ><p style="text-align: left" ><p>A suspect has been charged in connection to the mass shooting Sunday (June 1) in Mountain View. According to the Catawba County Sheriff’s Office, 20-year-old Garon Nathaniel Killian of Lenoir&hellip;</p> </p></div><div class="vc_btn3-container vc_btn3-left"><a class="vc_general vc_btn3 vc_btn3-size-md vc_btn3-shape-rounded vc_btn3-style-flat vc_btn3-color-juicy-pink" a href="https://whky.com/arrest-made-in-mass-shooting-event-in-mountain-view/" class="vc_gitem-link vc_general vc_btn3 vc_general vc_btn3 vc_btn3-size-md vc_btn3-shape-rounded vc_btn3-style-flat vc_btn3-color-juicy-pink" title="Read more">Read more</a></div></div></div></div></div></div><div class="vc_clearfix"></div></div><div class="vc_grid-item vc_clearfix vc_col-sm-3 vc_grid-item-zone-c-bottom"><div class="vc_grid-item-mini vc_clearfix "><div class="vc_gitem-animated-block" ><div class="vc_gitem-zone vc_gitem-zone-a vc-gitem-zone-height-mode-auto vc-gitem-zone-height-mode-auto-1-1 vc_gitem-is-link" style="background-image: url('https://whky.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/06/IMG_0032.webp') !important;"><a href="https://whky.com/victims-identified-in-saturday-shooting-in-burke-county/" title="Victims Identified in Saturday Shooting in Burke County" class="vc_gitem-link vc-zone-link" ></a><img class="vc_gitem-zone-img" src="https://whky.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/06/IMG_0032.webp" alt="Victims Identified in Saturday Shooting in Burke County" loading="lazy"><div class="vc_gitem-zone-mini"></div></div></div><div class="vc_gitem-zone vc_gitem-zone-c vc_custom_1419240516480"><div class="vc_gitem-zone-mini"><div class="vc_gitem_row vc_row vc_gitem-row-position-top"><div class="vc_col-sm-12 vc_gitem-col vc_gitem-col-align-"><div class="vc_custom_heading vc_gitem-post-data vc_gitem-post-data-source-post_title" ><h4 style="text-align: left" >Victims Identified in Saturday Shooting in Burke County</h4></div><div class="vc_custom_heading vc_gitem-post-data vc_gitem-post-data-source-post_excerpt" ><p style="text-align: left" ><p>The victims in a shooting Saturday (May 31) in Burke County have been identified. One man was killed. He is 34-year-old Gregory Adonis Rutherford. Mr. Rutherford was pronounced deceased at&hellip;</p> </p></div><div class="vc_btn3-container vc_btn3-left"><a class="vc_general vc_btn3 vc_btn3-size-md vc_btn3-shape-rounded vc_btn3-style-flat vc_btn3-color-juicy-pink" a href="https://whky.com/victims-identified-in-saturday-shooting-in-burke-county/" class="vc_gitem-link vc_general vc_btn3 vc_general vc_btn3 vc_btn3-size-md vc_btn3-shape-rounded vc_btn3-style-flat vc_btn3-color-juicy-pink" title="Read more">Read more</a></div></div></div></div></div></div><div class="vc_clearfix"></div></div><div class="vc_grid-item vc_clearfix vc_col-sm-3 vc_grid-item-zone-c-bottom"><div class="vc_grid-item-mini vc_clearfix "><div class="vc_gitem-animated-block" ><div class="vc_gitem-zone vc_gitem-zone-a vc-gitem-zone-height-mode-auto vc-gitem-zone-height-mode-auto-1-1 vc_gitem-is-link" style="background-image: url('https://whky.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/06/Sexton-Derek-Lynn-060325.jpg') !important;"><a href="https://whky.com/taylorsville-man-arrested-after-leading-officers-on-chase/" title="Taylorsville Man Arrested after Leading Officers on Chase" class="vc_gitem-link vc-zone-link" ></a><img class="vc_gitem-zone-img" src="https://whky.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/06/Sexton-Derek-Lynn-060325.jpg" alt="Taylorsville Man Arrested after Leading Officers on Chase" loading="lazy"><div class="vc_gitem-zone-mini"></div></div></div><div class="vc_gitem-zone vc_gitem-zone-c vc_custom_1419240516480"><div class="vc_gitem-zone-mini"><div class="vc_gitem_row vc_row vc_gitem-row-position-top"><div class="vc_col-sm-12 vc_gitem-col vc_gitem-col-align-"><div class="vc_custom_heading vc_gitem-post-data vc_gitem-post-data-source-post_title" ><h4 style="text-align: left" >Taylorsville Man Arrested after Leading Officers on Chase</h4></div><div class="vc_custom_heading vc_gitem-post-data vc_gitem-post-data-source-post_excerpt" ><p style="text-align: left" ><p>46-year-old Derek Lynn Sexton of Taylorsville was arrested by Alexander County Sheriff’s Officers early Sunday morning (June 1) on charges that include felony fleeing to elude arrest with a motor&hellip;</p> </p></div><div class="vc_btn3-container vc_btn3-left"><a class="vc_general vc_btn3 vc_btn3-size-md vc_btn3-shape-rounded vc_btn3-style-flat vc_btn3-color-juicy-pink" a href="https://whky.com/taylorsville-man-arrested-after-leading-officers-on-chase/" class="vc_gitem-link vc_general vc_btn3 vc_general vc_btn3 vc_btn3-size-md vc_btn3-shape-rounded vc_btn3-style-flat vc_btn3-color-juicy-pink" title="Read more">Read more</a></div></div></div></div></div></div><div class="vc_clearfix"></div></div><div class="vc_grid-item vc_clearfix vc_col-sm-3 vc_grid-item-zone-c-bottom"><div class="vc_grid-item-mini vc_clearfix "><div class="vc_gitem-animated-block" ><div class="vc_gitem-zone vc_gitem-zone-a vc-gitem-zone-height-mode-auto vc-gitem-zone-height-mode-auto-1-1 vc_gitem-is-link" style="background-image: url('https://whky.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/06/Beaver-Bethany-Marie-060325.jpg') !important;"><a href="https://whky.com/suspect-on-burke-countys-most-wanted-turns-self-in/" title="Suspect on Burke County&#8217;s &#8220;Most Wanted&#8221; Turns Self In" class="vc_gitem-link vc-zone-link" ></a><img class="vc_gitem-zone-img" src="https://whky.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/06/Beaver-Bethany-Marie-060325.jpg" alt="Suspect on Burke County's "Most Wanted" Turns Self In" loading="lazy"><div class="vc_gitem-zone-mini"></div></div></div><div class="vc_gitem-zone vc_gitem-zone-c vc_custom_1419240516480"><div class="vc_gitem-zone-mini"><div class="vc_gitem_row vc_row vc_gitem-row-position-top"><div class="vc_col-sm-12 vc_gitem-col vc_gitem-col-align-"><div class="vc_custom_heading vc_gitem-post-data vc_gitem-post-data-source-post_title" ><h4 style="text-align: left" >Suspect on Burke County&#8217;s &#8220;Most Wanted&#8221; Turns Self In</h4></div><div class="vc_custom_heading vc_gitem-post-data vc_gitem-post-data-source-post_excerpt" ><p style="text-align: left" ><p>On May 29, 24-year-old Bethany Marie Beaver of Blue Ridge Ventures in Morganton turned herself in to the Caldwell County Magistrate’s Office where a Caldwell County Deputy served her with&hellip;</p> </p></div><div class="vc_btn3-container vc_btn3-left"><a class="vc_general vc_btn3 vc_btn3-size-md vc_btn3-shape-rounded vc_btn3-style-flat vc_btn3-color-juicy-pink" a href="https://whky.com/suspect-on-burke-countys-most-wanted-turns-self-in/" class="vc_gitem-link vc_general vc_btn3 vc_general vc_btn3 vc_btn3-size-md vc_btn3-shape-rounded vc_btn3-style-flat vc_btn3-color-juicy-pink" title="Read more">Read more</a></div></div></div></div></div></div><div class="vc_clearfix"></div></div><div class="vc_grid-item vc_clearfix vc_col-sm-3 vc_grid-item-zone-c-bottom"><div class="vc_grid-item-mini vc_clearfix "><div class="vc_gitem-animated-block" ><div class="vc_gitem-zone vc_gitem-zone-a vc-gitem-zone-height-mode-auto vc-gitem-zone-height-mode-auto-1-1 vc_gitem-is-link" style="background-image: url('https://whky.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/06/Davis-Charles-Edward-060325.jpg') !important;"><a href="https://whky.com/catawba-man-jailed-this-morning-on-drug-charges/" title="Catawba Man Jailed This Morning On Drug Charges" class="vc_gitem-link vc-zone-link" ></a><img class="vc_gitem-zone-img" src="https://whky.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/06/Davis-Charles-Edward-060325.jpg" alt="Catawba Man Jailed This Morning On Drug Charges" loading="lazy"><div class="vc_gitem-zone-mini"></div></div></div><div class="vc_gitem-zone vc_gitem-zone-c vc_custom_1419240516480"><div class="vc_gitem-zone-mini"><div class="vc_gitem_row vc_row vc_gitem-row-position-top"><div class="vc_col-sm-12 vc_gitem-col vc_gitem-col-align-"><div class="vc_custom_heading vc_gitem-post-data vc_gitem-post-data-source-post_title" ><h4 style="text-align: left" >Catawba Man Jailed This Morning On Drug Charges</h4></div><div class="vc_custom_heading vc_gitem-post-data vc_gitem-post-data-source-post_excerpt" ><p style="text-align: left" ><p>46-year-old Charles Edward Davis of Buffalo Shoals Road in Catawba was arrested today (June 3) by Catawba County Sheriff&#8217;s Officers. He&#8217;s charged with felony counts of possession of cocaine, possession&hellip;</p> </p></div><div class="vc_btn3-container vc_btn3-left"><a class="vc_general vc_btn3 vc_btn3-size-md vc_btn3-shape-rounded vc_btn3-style-flat vc_btn3-color-juicy-pink" a href="https://whky.com/catawba-man-jailed-this-morning-on-drug-charges/" class="vc_gitem-link vc_general vc_btn3 vc_general vc_btn3 vc_btn3-size-md vc_btn3-shape-rounded vc_btn3-style-flat vc_btn3-color-juicy-pink" title="Read more">Read more</a></div></div></div></div></div></div><div class="vc_clearfix"></div></div><div class="vc_grid-item vc_clearfix vc_col-sm-3 vc_grid-item-zone-c-bottom"><div class="vc_grid-item-mini vc_clearfix "><div class="vc_gitem-animated-block" ><div class="vc_gitem-zone vc_gitem-zone-a vc-gitem-zone-height-mode-auto vc-gitem-zone-height-mode-auto-1-1 vc_gitem-is-link" style="background-image: url('https://whky.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/06/Martin-Wesley-Ray-060325.jpg') !important;"><a href="https://whky.com/connelly-springs-man-wanted-on-drug-charge-turns-himself-in/" title="Connelly Springs Man Wanted On Drug Charge Turns Himself In" class="vc_gitem-link vc-zone-link" ></a><img class="vc_gitem-zone-img" src="https://whky.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/06/Martin-Wesley-Ray-060325.jpg" alt="Connelly Springs Man Wanted On Drug Charge Turns Himself In" loading="lazy"><div class="vc_gitem-zone-mini"></div></div></div><div class="vc_gitem-zone vc_gitem-zone-c vc_custom_1419240516480"><div class="vc_gitem-zone-mini"><div class="vc_gitem_row vc_row vc_gitem-row-position-top"><div class="vc_col-sm-12 vc_gitem-col vc_gitem-col-align-"><div class="vc_custom_heading vc_gitem-post-data vc_gitem-post-data-source-post_title" ><h4 style="text-align: left" >Connelly Springs Man Wanted On Drug Charge Turns Himself In</h4></div><div class="vc_custom_heading vc_gitem-post-data vc_gitem-post-data-source-post_excerpt" ><p style="text-align: left" ><p>A man wanted on a felony drug charge has turned himself in. 39-year-old Wesley Ray Martin of Wilson Road in Connelly Springs was arrested last Friday (May 30) by Burke&hellip;</p> </p></div><div class="vc_btn3-container vc_btn3-left"><a class="vc_general vc_btn3 vc_btn3-size-md vc_btn3-shape-rounded vc_btn3-style-flat vc_btn3-color-juicy-pink" a href="https://whky.com/connelly-springs-man-wanted-on-drug-charge-turns-himself-in/" class="vc_gitem-link vc_general vc_btn3 vc_general vc_btn3 vc_btn3-size-md vc_btn3-shape-rounded vc_btn3-style-flat vc_btn3-color-juicy-pink" title="Read more">Read more</a></div></div></div></div></div></div><div class="vc_clearfix"></div></div><div class="vc_grid-item vc_clearfix vc_col-sm-3 vc_grid-item-zone-c-bottom"><div class="vc_grid-item-mini vc_clearfix "><div class="vc_gitem-animated-block" ><div class="vc_gitem-zone vc_gitem-zone-a vc-gitem-zone-height-mode-auto vc-gitem-zone-height-mode-auto-1-1 vc_gitem-is-link" style="background-image: url('https://whky.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/06/Sparks-Roger-Lee-060325.jpg') !important;"><a href="https://whky.com/authorities-in-burke-county-arrest-wanted-man/" title="Authorities In Burke County Arrest Wanted Man" class="vc_gitem-link vc-zone-link" ></a><img class="vc_gitem-zone-img" src="https://whky.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/06/Sparks-Roger-Lee-060325.jpg" alt="Authorities In Burke County Arrest Wanted Man" loading="lazy"><div class="vc_gitem-zone-mini"></div></div></div><div class="vc_gitem-zone vc_gitem-zone-c vc_custom_1419240516480"><div class="vc_gitem-zone-mini"><div class="vc_gitem_row vc_row vc_gitem-row-position-top"><div class="vc_col-sm-12 vc_gitem-col vc_gitem-col-align-"><div class="vc_custom_heading vc_gitem-post-data vc_gitem-post-data-source-post_title" ><h4 style="text-align: left" >Authorities In Burke County Arrest Wanted Man</h4></div><div class="vc_custom_heading vc_gitem-post-data vc_gitem-post-data-source-post_excerpt" ><p style="text-align: left" ><p>A wanted man has been taken into custody in Burke County. 40-year-o


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