In observance of Independence Day, there will be County offices and facilities with closures on Friday, July 3rd. Details HERE.  |  Proposed School Merger Plan information can be found HERE.

Latest County News

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Published: June 24, 2026

SMO Activities for July 2026

HICKORY –Participants will enjoy a variety of activities in July including musical performances, crafting classes, and cooking demonstrations....

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Published: June 23, 2026

Legionnaire's Disease Increase

There has been an increase in Legionnaire's Disease globally and locally....

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Published: June 23, 2026

Joint Statement on Microsoft

In November 2022, Catawba County, the Cities of Conover and Hickory, the Town of Maiden, and the Catawba County Economic Development Corporation announced Microsoft’s plan to...

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Published: June 23, 2026

New Hickory EMS Base

Catawba County officially opened its newest Emergency Medical Services base on Tuesday, June 23, with a ribbon cutting ceremony at the facility...

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Published: June 22, 2026

Summer Visits for Children

Families are encouraged to get their children caught up on well-child visits and school vaccinations over the summer break....

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Published: June 16, 2026

BOC Adopts FY2026-27 Budget

The Catawba County Board of Commissioners adopted its Fiscal Year 2026/27 budget totaling $353,327,569, maintaining the current property tax rate...

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