City of Hickory, NC - Government, Hickory, NC Videos

Aviation Walk Ribbon Cutting
Hickory's Aviation Walk is open! Visit www.hkytrail.com for more information.

Arrival and Water Salute of AV-8B Harrier II Plus AV-8B Harrier II Plus BuNo 164560
Welcome to Hickory! This AV-8B Harrier II Plus will become part of Hickory Aviation Museum's vintage military aircraft collection at Hickory Regional Airport.

Alex Lee, Inc. - 2023 Business. Well Crafted. Award Winner
On Dec. 5, 2023, the City of Hickory's Business Development Committee recognized nine businesses for their excellence and community engagement in Hickory with the Business. Well Crafted. Awards. Over the course of the year, the City will be releasing spotlight videos for each award recipient, showcasing what makes them a Business. Well Crafted. Founded in 1931 and headquartered in Hickory, Alex Lee is a family owned and operated company that employs approximately 15,000 people. It serves as the parent company of Merchants Distributors, LLC, which provides full-service, wholesale distribution to supermarkets; Souto Foods, a distributor of authentic Hispanic foods; and Import Mex, a distributor of Mexican and Central American products. Alex Lee is also the parent company of Lowes Foods, which includes nearly 85 full-service grocery stores in North Carolina, South Carolina, and Virginia. In addition, Alex Lee, Inc. is the parent company of W. Lee Flowers & Company, which operates approximately 60 IGA and KJ’s Market grocery stores and provides wholesale distribution to supermarkets.

Martin Starnes & Associates, CPAs, P.A. - 2023 Business. Well Crafted. Award Winner
On Dec. 5, 2023, the City of Hickory's Business Development Committee recognized nine businesses for their excellence and community engagement in Hickory with the Business. Well Crafted. Awards. Over the course of the year, the City will be releasing spotlight videos for each award recipient, showcasing what makes them a Business. Well Crafted. This week, we put a spotlight on Martin Starnes & Associates, CPAs, P.A. Established in 1987, Martin Starnes & Associates, CPAs, P.A. (MSA) is a professional accounting and consulting firm. With a commitment to providing superior services tailored to each client's needs, the company has established a reputation for excellence in the fields of tax, auditing, and consulting for both business and private sectors. The firm’s mission is not just to deliver top-notch accounting services, but to cultivate long lasting relationships with clients, serving as trusted advisors who help navigate the complexities of financial decision-making. Always placing the needs of clients at the forefront, MSA embodies integrity, professionalism, and a dedication to fostering the financial health and success of those it serves.

Come jam! Join us downtown on Union Square for an open jam session until 4 p.m. as part of Make Music Day.

Doers & Makers Series: Dan and Meagen Kelly
Dan and Meagen Kelly wanted to own and operate a marina. After a nationwide search, they found an opportunity in Hickory that resulted in them relocating their family from Minnesota to North Carolina to run Lake Hickory Pub and Marina. Hickory Doers & Makers are the heart of our community. They embody creativity, resilience, and a collaborative spirit. They promote growth within our community through hard work and true craftsmanship. Doers & Makers are paving the way for the future and shaping Hickory to make Life. Well Crafted. for all. To hear more stories from Hickory's Doers & Makers, visit www.hickorync.gov/doers-and-makers.

Ceramics Studio at Winkler Park
The Ceramics Studio at Winkler Park provides opportunities to create your own unique ceramics piece. Just pick your bisque and paint it. Prices vary by piece. It’s a fun way to explore your creative side. But don’t just take our word for it…try it out! The Ceramics Studio is open Mondays and Tuesdays from 3-8 p.m.; Wednesdays from 12-5 p.m.; and Thursdays, Fridays, and Saturdays from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. No reservations required. #donttakeourwordforit 📍 2500 Clement Blvd NW, Hickory, NC 28601

Memorial Day Tribute at Swinging Under The Stars at Union Square in Downtown Hickory

The Charles D. Dixon Memorial Splash Pad at Kiwanis Park 🤿💦 is user activated (just step on the “play” buttons on the ground) and operates daily from 10 a.m. to 8 p.m. through mid-September. It’s a great way to beat the heat and cool off this summer. But don’t just take our word for it…try it out! #donttakeourwordforit 📍805 6th St SE, Hickory, NC 28601

Exodus Works and Exodus Homes - 2023 Business. Well Crafted. Award Winner
On Dec. 5, 2023, the City of Hickory's Business Development Committee recognized nine businesses for their excellence and community engagement in Hickory with the Business. Well Crafted. Awards. Over the course of the year, the City will be releasing spotlight videos for each award recipient, showcasing what makes them a Business. Well Crafted. Today, we put a spotlight on Exodus Homes/Works. Exodus Homes provides 73 beds of faith based supportive housing for homeless people returning to the community from treatment centers and prison with a comprehensive array of services to help them learn a new way to live and become productive citizens of the community.

Master Tech Auto Mechanics - 2023 Business. Well Crafted. Award Winner
On Dec. 5, 2023, the City of Hickory's Business Development Committee recognized nine businesses for their excellence and community engagement in Hickory with the Business. Well Crafted. Awards. Over the course of the year, the City will be releasing spotlight videos for each award recipient, showcasing what makes them a Business. Well Crafted. This week, we highlight Master Tech Auto Mechanics. Specializing in the repair and maintenance of BMW, Mercedes, Porsche, and Mini Cooper automobiles, Master Tech Auto Mechanics prides itself on excellence, experience, and integrity. Watch the video to learn more.

Jive Talk is rockin’ it out tonight for the Sails Original Music Series!

Leroy Kennedy, Thistle Dew Nicely Florals and Gifts - 2023 Business. Well Crafted. Award Winner
On Dec. 5, 2023, the City of Hickory's Business Development Committee recognized nine businesses for their excellence and community engagement in Hickory with the Business. Well Crafted. Awards. Over the course of the year, the City will be releasing spotlight videos for each award recipient, showcasing what makes them a Business. Well Crafted. This week, we spotlight entrepreneur Leroy Kennedy and his shop, Thistle Dew Nicely Florals and Gifts in downtown Hickory. Kennedy opened Thistle Dew Nicely Florals and Gifts in November 2015. The business started slowly, but has flourished over the past few years. Watch the video to learn more.

Sails Original Music Series - Spring 2024 Band Lineup
The Sails Original Music Series returns to downtown Hickory this spring with another great lineup of bands. Shows begin at 7 p.m. on Friday evenings at Union Square. May 3 - Dulci May 10 - Jive Talk May 17 - Johnny Sansone May 24 - Reedy River String Band May 31 - Pink Beds June 7 - David Childers & The Serpents June 14 - Miss Tess June 21 - Taylor Ashton June 28 - Empire Strikes Brass For band descriptions and additional concert dates, visit www.hickorync.gov/sailsmusic or the Sails Original Music Series page.

Wildskeins Yarn Company - 2023 Business. Well Crafted. Award Winner
On December 5, 2023, the City of Hickory's Business Development Committee recognized nine businesses for their excellence and community engagement in Hickory with the Business. Well Crafted. Awards. Over the course of the year, the City will be releasing spotlight videos for each award recipient, showcasing what makes them a Business. Well Crafted. Today, we highlight Wildskeins Yarn Company. Founded by Camantha Corsi in 2007 in a 900-square-foot space in a strip mall, Wildskeins is Hickory's premier and most established retail yarn shop selling yarn and accessories for knitters and crocheters in the Hickory area. Watch this short video to learn more about Wildskeins Yarn Company.

Jose Saucedo, JS Auto Detailing - 2023 Business. Well Crafted. Award Winner
On December 5, 2023, the City of Hickory's Business Development Committee recognized nine businesses for their excellence and community engagement in Hickory with the Business. Well Crafted. Awards. Over the course of the year, the City will be releasing spotlight videos for each award recipient, showcasing what makes them a Business. Well Crafted. Today, we highlight JS Auto Detailing. As a young Hispanic entrepreneur, Jose Saucedo started JS Auto Detailing LLC to provide superior automotive detailing services to the Hickory and surrounding areas. To learn more about JS Auto Detailing, check out this short video.

Hickory Mechanical, Inc. - 2023 Business. Well Crafted. Award Winner
On December 5, 2023, the City of Hickory's Business Development Committee recognized nine businesses for their excellence and community engagement in Hickory with the Business. Well Crafted. Awards. Over the course of the year, the City will be releasing spotlight videos for each award recipient, showcasing what makes them a Business. Well Crafted. This month, we put a spotlight on Hickory Mechanical. Hickory Mechanical, Inc. was founded in March 1985 by David Moore, a third-generation mechanical contractor. Hickory Mechanical provides piping, plumbing, and HVAC services to industrial and institutional customers in the Hickory area.

Hickory, NC Spotlighted as "World's Greatest City"
ICYMI: Hickory was featured as the "World's Greatest City" on a recent episode of the "World's Greatest!..." national television show. Check out Hickory's segment! #HickoryNC #MyHKY #LifeWellCrafted #WorldsGreatestCity #WorldsGreatestTV

Hickory, NC Spotlighted as "World's Greatest City"
ICYMI: Hickory was featured as the "World's Greatest City" on a recent episode of the "World's Greatest!..." national television show. Check out Hickory's segment! #HickoryNC #MyHKY #LifeWellCrafted #WorldsGreatestCity #WorldsGreatestTV