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Sheriff commends Deputy for actions in rescuing a boater on Lake Norman

Sheriff Don Brown commended Deputy Scott Sawyer for his actions involved the rescuing of a distressed boater on lake Norman.

Robbery suspect apprehended

On Friday morning 08/07/2020 at 7:39 a.m. deputies with the Catawba County Sheriff’s Office responded to a report of a Robbery at the Propst Superette Convenience store located at 3725 Sulphur Springs Rd in Hickory.

Detention facility reports COVID-19 cases

On Thursday, 07/30/2020 administrators with the Catawba County Detention Facility (CCDF) contacted the Catawba County Department of Public Health to report COVID-19 cases amongst both staff and inmates.

American Legion Post 544 to host parade in Newton

American Legion Post 544 is pleased to announce that it will host a U. S. Military March in downtown Newton, beginning at 3:30 p.m. on the afternoon of August 20, 2020.

Rice Fun opens in Conover

Rice Fun in Conover celebrated their Grand Opening on Friday with a free buffet and Dragon Dancing. Owner, Kevin Lu, in blue, stands with members of the opening day celebration and dedication participants.

Catawba County names new principal at Banoak Elementary

Catawba County Schools would like to welcome Mrs. Leah Hayes as the new Principal of Banoak Elementary School. Mrs. Hayes has served as a hearing-impaired teacher, a kindergarten teacher and is leaving Newton-Conover Middle School where she served as an assistant principal.

Ants cause power outage in Newton

A recent power outage in the City of Newton over the past weekend was caused by a collapsed utility pole. Ants had built a nest under the pole, causing it to collapse.

Newton Parks and Recreation Backyard Campout set this weekend

The first Newton Parks and Recreation Backyard Campout runs this weekend, July 24-25. The Great American Backyard Campout—a program organized by the National Wildlife Federation—is a celebration of camping as a way to connect with nature and wildlife.

Rotary Club of Newton Conover installs new officers

The Rotary Club of Newton Conover celebrated a new Rotary year on July 21 at Conover Downtown Park with masks and social distancing. New officers and directors were installed, a new theme announced, perfect attendance awards given, and a new member was welcomed.

Conover Farmers’ Market celebrates 12 years

Bringing only locally-grown products to the Conover area, this year marks the 12th anniversary of bringing farmers, local businesses, and community together.