Phone scammer extradited back to Burke County

On Wednesday, Carlos Terrell O’Neill Wilkinson of Monroeville, Alabama was extradited back to Burke County where he’s facing charges of Felony Obtaining Property by False Pretense, Felony Extortion, and Misdemeanor Impersonation of a Law Enforcement Officer. The

Hickory’s Fiscal Year 2025-2026 Recommended Budget

HICKORY – Hickory City Manager Warren Wood delivered his Fiscal Year (FY) 2025-2026 Recommended Budget to the Hickory City Council on May 20. The Recommended Budget totals $159,075,833 for all City operations, capital improvements, and debt service requirements for