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“Hump Day” every day at the fair

With a new attraction at the Hickory American Legion fair this year, you can learn about the rare Dromedary (one hump) camel. This is a one-of-a-kind entertaining and educational experience featuring seven camels from the Camel Kingdom, based out of the Tampa Florida area.

Oldest Catawba County war veteran dies at 104

The oldest Catawba County war veteran, 104-year-old Joe Goble, died Saturday at Abernethy Laurels, where he had made his home with his late wife and later on his own.

Owner of The Holly & Ivy Inn talks about removal of trees

David Hayes didn't want to remove the historic Ash trees in his yard.  He wanted to save the 100- year -old trees that had been a part of Newton for so long. 

Standing at around 90 feet tall, the trees were hard to miss by passersby of North Main Avenue.

New Italian Restaurant coming to Catawba:  Introducing Rose & Daisy

It was a warm night on August 17 for people to gather in celebration of new things to come to Catawba, North Carolina. 

State Fire Marshall, Insurance Commissioner visits Newton

NEWTON, N.C. — State Fire Marshall Mike Causey, who also serves the commissioner for the North Carolina Department of Insurance, visited Catawba County last week, talking with local building inspectors about his 2.5 years so far in office.

Thanking our veterans

American Legion Post 16 Commander Ron Harris welcomed veterans, their family and friends, and others to the memorial service on Thursday.

He told the crowd that the service was dedicated to Sylvia Ray, due to her many years helping Post 16 with getting their program together.

Church doors are locked but faith stands strong

The congregation of the Community Church of Conver knew that the doors were locked after the August 4th service, but it didn’t stop them from going to worship on Sunday morning. If anything, their faith has grown stronger.

Sigmon named as principal speaker for 130th Soldiers Reunion

The principal speaker for the 130th annual Soldiers Reunion program Thursday, August 15th, will be Newton native Lieutenant Colonel (ret.) Lance Sigmon, Chief Assistant District Attorney for Burke County.

Newton celebrates Lane Venture opening

NEWTON, NC—Newton welcomed Lane Venture to the city during a ribbon cutting ceremony on Friday, Aug. 2.

Lane Venture’s new facility is now in operation at 2309 North College Ave.

Soldiers Reunion Baby Parade to be held

“We Remember,” the theme of the 130th annual Soldiers Reunion patriotic festival, will be carried out by the youngest generation of Catawbans when toddlers and tykes are spotlighted in their own parade on Courthouse Square in Newton on Wednesday, August 14.