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Burke County Man Charged With Fentanyl Possession
33-year-old Nathaniel Lee Shinn of Dickerson Court in Connelly Springs was arrested Tuesday (July 30) by Hickory Police Officers. He’s charged with possession of fentanyl, felony possession of schedule II controlled substance, felony & misdemeanor probation violation, misdemeanor breaking & entering, and noise ordinance violation. Shinn is on probation...
Kenneth “Marley” Matthew Partee
Kenneth “Marley” Matthew Partee, born on September 15, 1993, in Catawba County, passed away on July 31, 2024, in Alexander County. He was a talented young man whose work was showcased in the Objects Gallery of the Hickory Museum of Art in the summer of 2022. “Marley” was...
Unemployment rates increase in Hickory, Catawba County
Unemployment rates in Hickory and Catawba County increased from May to June, according to data from the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics. In May, Catawba County’s unemployment rate was 3.5%. It rose to 4.1% in June. Hickory’s unemployment rate was 3.6% in May and increased to 4.3% in June....
Claremont Man Jailed Under 500K Bond On Meth Trafficking Charge
55-year-old Scotty Allen Travis of Kemp Street in Claremont was arrested Monday (July 29) by Catawba County Sheriff’s Officers. He’s charged with traffic in methamphetamine. Travis was incarcerated in the Catawba County Detention Facility under $500,000 bond. A District Court date was scheduled Tuesday (July 30).
North Carolina Woman Invites Police to Crime Scene: ‘Everyone Come In, the Baby Is D—-d’
A North Carolina mother has been arrested and charged with murder in connection with the death of her 9-month old daughter. The Catawba County Sheriff’s Office recently announced the arrest of Megan Stack Sattizahn, 39, and shared disturbing details of the incident that unfolded in their recent press release. Deputies were initially responding to a ... Read more The post North Carolina Woman Invites Police to Crime Scene: ‘Everyone Come In, the Baby Is D—-d’ appeared first on Hollywood Unlocked .
Catawba County seniors to enjoy miniature golf, crafts in August
HICKORY — Seniors Morning Out participants will enjoy a variety of activities in August, including a trip to the farmers market, crafting classes, and cooking demonstrations. Any resident of Catawba County who is 60 or older is invited to join Seniors Morning Out, which is held Monday through Thursday...
Taylorsville Man In Catawba County Custody
Elliott Ray Adkins, 45 of Taylorsville, was placed in custody on Friday. He’s charged in Catawba County with felony possession of schedule II controlled substance and possession of drug paraphernalia. Adkins is being held in the Catawba County Detention Center under a secured bond of $6,000.
Man Sentenced In Connection To Hickory Murder
A Catawba County man received a minimum sentence of just over ten years in a murder case. 25-year-old Davon Lavell Williams of Claremont, has entered a guilty plea to second-degree murder in the 2022 shooting death of 23-year-old Ontorio Nymier Metts of Hickory. Williams was originally charged with first-degree murder. Williams entered the plea during a recent session of Catawba County Superior Court.
Hickory Crawdads Drop Rain Shortened Contest
The Hickory Crawdads dropped a 10-0 decision on Friday night at LP Frans Stadium to the Greenville Drive, as substantial rains fell for about half an hour before the game was called. The Crawdads (14-14,42-52) outhit the Drive, collecting six hits in the rain shortened contest. Sebastian Walcott and Yosy...
Catawba County Man Pleads Guilty To Murder
Davon Lavell Williams, 25 of Claremont, has entered a guilty plea to second-degree murder in the 2022 shooting death of 23-year-old Ontorio Nymier Metts of Hickory. Williams was originally charged with first-degree murder. Williams entered the plea in Catawba County Superior court on May 20. Williams was sentenced to between...
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