Hickory Homicide Under Investigation

Hickory Police are investigating a homicide that occurred at Deluxe Inn on U.S. 70 Wednesday morning. Officers found 54-year-old James Anthony Russell deceased. The caller, 41-year-old Brandon Keith Lovelace, was still there when officers arrived. Investigators determined

Conover Man Sentenced to 11 Years

A Conover man will serve up to 11 years in prison after he was found guilty of drug offenses by a Catawba County jury. 40-year-old Derrick Shay Bishop was convicted of possession with intent to manufacture, sell

Health Clinic Hosts Free, Family Event

WestLife Wellness, formerly West Caldwell Health Council, will host a free community event for National Health Center Week from 1 p.m. to 4 p.m. Saturday, Aug. 12 at Mulberry Recreation Center in Lenoir. The public is invited