Unemployment Rates
The unemployment numbers for the month of March fell to 4.8% in Caldwell County. The rate was 4.5% in Catawba County and 4.4% in Burke County. All 100 counties in NC saw the unemployment rate fall for
Meth Charge
Several drug charges were brought against a Claremont woman. The Catawba County Sheriff’s Office arrested Elizabeth Michelle Settlemyre, 36. She faces possession of methamphetamine among other drug charges. She was placed under a $15,000 bond. A court
Home Damaged
A house fire is under investigation in Hickory. The Hickory Fire Department, Hickory Police and Catawba County EMS responded to 2120 11th Ave NE late Wednesday. No injuries were reported. Damage was listed as moderate.