EXPLOSIVE GROWTH Hickory FC's results highlight national trend JACKSON SHOE Hickory Daily Record sports correspondent Jun 13, 2026 3 hrs ago 0 1 of 4 Hickory FC fans show their support during the club's Steinbrecher Cup match against Vermont Green FC on May 30. More than 5,000 fans pack Moretz Stadium for Hickory FC's Steinbrecher Cup against Vermont Green FC on May 30. JACKSON SHOE PHOTOGRAPHY Young Hickory FC fans line up for autographs after Hickory FC's Steinbrecher Cup match against Vermont Green FC on May 30. JACKSON SHOE PHOTOGRAPHY Christian Pulisic scores in the 20th minute to give the U.S Men's National Team a 2-0 lead over Senegal in Charlotte on May 31. JACKSON SHOE PHOTOGRAPHY Prefer us on Google Learn More Facebook Twitter Bluesky WhatsApp SMS Email Print Copy article link Save JACKSON SHOE Hickory Daily Record sports correspondent SOCCERkAmx? w:4<@CJ @? |2J b_[ >@C6 E92? d[___ 72?D H2E4965 w:4<@CJ ur 7246 '6C>@?E vC66? ur :? 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Marion man gets multiple drug charges after SWAT Team search "This arrest is the result of the continued dedication of our team to remove illegal drugs from our communities."
Opening soon? The Madness, Copper Penny Grill still coming to Marion, owners say Despite some delays, two new restaurants for Marion – The Madness and The Copper Penny Grill – are still in the works to open soon.
Lake James beach day, music highlight free things to around McDowell County area this weekend The Barefoot Baby Foundation and Centro Unido Latin America will host a free family beach day at Lake James State Park.Â
Should McDowell County's sales tax increase? Voters to decide this fall The McDowell County Board of Commissioners unanimously agreed to call for a referendum to raise the sales tax to 7%.
McDowell High School graduates 313 in Friday ceremony “You have demonstrated resilience, determination, kindness, and a commitment to one another."
