Construction to begin soon on long-awaited on Hospital Avenue Sidewalk Project in Lenoir
Construction will start work soon on the long-awaited on Hospital Avenue Sidewalk Project. The new sidewalk will increase safety and connectivity for residents and visitors in Lenoir. The Hospital Avenue sidewalk was identified as a priority in
Department of State Treasurer Announces Early Availability of Year-end Tax Documentation for 397,584 Retirees
The North Carolina Retirement Systems (NCRS) has released 397,584 electronic 1099R and W2 tax documents for retirees and benefit recipients – well ahead of the statutory Jan. 31 deadline. By law, NCRS must generate and distribute these tax forms each year. This year, enhanced efficiencies within the Retirement Systems
Unemployment claims in North Carolina increased last week
By Staff reports, USA TODAY Network Initial filings for unemployment benefits in North Carolina rose last week compared with the week prior, the U.S. Department of Labor said Thursday. New jobless claims, a proxy for layoffs, increased to
Hickory Public Library launches Hickory Reads initiative
Hickory Public Library is partnering with local bookstore My Chapter House to launch Hickory Reads, a city-wide one book, one community initiative. The purpose of Hickory Reads is to ignite conversations, spark connections, and bring the Hickory community