"I'm just so proud of these kids, they're so tough and so talented and they are such good players. They make a guy look good," said Hickory coach Jason Stephens. ➡️ Find link to story in bio

Court documents said the coach's son was in the vehicle when state troopers made the arrest on Saturday. ➡️ Find link to story in bio

"Star Trek" alum Walter Koenig has died at 90 years old. The actor, known for playing Russian navigator Pavel Chekov on the original sci-fi series, died Sunday surrounded by his daughter and niece at his home in Los Angeles, his representative confirmed Monday. ➡️ Find link to...

Hickory volleyball took one more step towards its goal of repeating as 5A state champions on Saturday. The Red Tornadoes topped Carson 3-1 in the regional semifinals to earn a ➡️ Find link to story in bio

In addition to defending its 2025 national title, LR will be looking to win for the fourth time in five years. ➡️ Find link to story in bio

Here are a few ideas to help get you out of your grilled cheese rut. ➡️ Find link to story in bio

Parks ran for 112 yards and two touchdowns against Freedom, bringing his season totals to 1,501 yards and 24 touchdowns this year. ➡️ Find link to story in bio

Since goalkeeper Riley Miller's return earlier this month, she has been virtually impenetrable. In four games, she has given up just one goal while turning aside 16 shots. ➡️ Find link to story in bio

And this game's combined points in the second quarter alone were the highest in a Catawba County game so far this season. ➡️ Find link to story in bio

"Congratulations to all four on a day that proves golf can still surprise us in the most extraordinary ways," said Rock Barn Director of Golf Marshal Robinson. ➡️ Find link to story in bio

With a straight sets win over T.C. Roberson on Thursday, the Alexander Central volleyball team became the 1st team in program history to advance to the fourth round of the ➡️ Find link to story in bio

St. Stephens is up 42-0 against South Caldwell at halftime, here are four numbers that tell the story of the game. ➡️ Find link to story in bio

St. Stephens takes the field before a game against South Caldwell on Friday. ➡️ Find link to story in bio

Check back for live updates of Hickory-area week 10 high school football games starting at 7:30 p.m. ➡️ Find link to story in bio

Longtime former LSU men’s basketball coach Dale Brown has died, the university confirmed Friday, Oct. 23. He was 90 years old. ➡️ Find link to story in bio

“I'm going to miss our Friday morning dates to Aunt Bea's Cafe (I had your favorite today, gravy and biscuits)," the woman's son said in a Facebook post. ➡️ Find link to story in bio

Bogue fell behind early in the No. 3 singles match against Maeve Brigman. Bogue battled back, though, taking the second set 6-0 and forcing a tiebreaker. ➡️ Find link to story in bio

Newton-Conover alum Chyna Cornwell has played basketball on five continents over the past year. ➡️ Find link to story in bio

See pictures of the Hickory High School girls tennis team's 7-2 win over North Buncombe to advance to the regional finals. ➡️ Find link to story in bio

Court documents said the child was grabbed by his arm and flipped over during nap time, which left a bruise. ➡️ Find link to story in bio