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Respiratory shots available

VACCINATIONS RECOMMENDED IN ADVANCE OF ‘RESPIRATORY ILLNESS SEASON’ HICKORY, NC – With lower temperatures in the area, now is the time for Catawba County residents to get vaccinated against common respiratory illnesses that circulate more in cooler months. For some people, this can include annual influenza vaccine, updated COVID-19 vaccine or vaccine to protect certain vulnerable populations against Respiratory… View More

Household Hazardous Waste Collection Event Set for November 2

Residents can clean out their basements, garages, and attics and bring their hazardous waste to Catawba County’s annual fall residential household hazardous waste collection event, which takes place Saturday, November 2 from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. at LP Frans Stadium. The stadium is located at 2500 Clement Blvd NW in Hickory. The event is open to Catawba County residents only and is free of charge. Residents are advised to be prepared to… View More

County Employees Honored During Annual Recognition Celebration

Catawba County recognized several employees for exceptional performance during its annual employee recognition celebration Oct. 25. Sarah McElhone, a Library Services Specialist, was selected by her peers as the county’s Employee of the Year. McElhone has served the county for 5 years. As stated in her nomination, “She goes above and beyond by creating a welcoming and supportive environment for both… View More

Library Launches Digital Navigator Program

In today’s fast-paced, technology-driven world, digital literacy isn’t just nice to have - it’s essential to possess the ability to understand and use digital technologies for day-to-day activities. The Catawba County Library is passionate about bridging the digital divide and empowering individuals to thrive in this modern landscape. Understanding that digital skills are vital for personal and economic growth, the library is excited to… View More

Seniors Morning Out Activities for November 2024

HICKORY –Participants will enjoy a variety of activities in November including musical performances, 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 mornings at five convenient locations. A hot, balanced lunch is served each day. Programs are free to participants, who may pick and choose which days to attend.… View More

Catawba County 101: Emergency Management

MAKING. LIVING. BETTER: Emergency Services, Emergency Management What is its mission/purpose? Catawba County Emergency Management (CatCoEM) protects the community by coordinating all the activities necessary to build, sustain and improve the capability of the community to prepare, respond, and recover from all types of hazards - both natural and man-made such as tornadoes, flooding, ice storms,… View More

Meals on Wheels has an urgent need for volunteers

MEALS ON WHEELS HAS URGENT NEED FOR VOLUNTEERS – VOLUNTEER TRAINING   Meals on Wheels of Catawba County has an immediate need for volunteers to deliver meals to homebound seniors in various locations throughout Catawba County.  Volunteers are asked to commit to delivering meals once a month.  It takes approximately 60-90 minutes to deliver meals.  Meals on Wheels volunteers deliver a… View More

Remember to Recycle Used Cooking Oil this Holiday Season

As you prepare to fry this year’s Thanksgiving turkey, Catawba County Utilities & Engineering encourages you to recycle your used cooking oil afterwards through Catawba County’s cooking oil recycling program. The program recycles used cooking oil and grease into clean-burning, locally-made biodiesel fuel. “Cooking oil should never be poured down the drain as it turns solid in the pipes and can cause major clogs and… View More

Seniors Morning Out Activities for December 2024

HICKORY –Participants will enjoy a variety of activities in December including musical performances, 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 mornings at five convenient locations. A hot, balanced lunch is served each day. Programs are free to participants, who may pick and choose which days to attend.… View More

BOC Meeting Recap: 12/2/24

The December 2, 2024 Board of Commissioners meeting was called to order at 7pm. The agenda for tonight’s meeting can be found at https://bit.ly/3utv5SE. BOC approved minutes from the Board’s regular meeting of November 18, 2024. Commissioners Austin Allran and Barbara Beatty took their Oaths of Office. The BOC conducted their Organizational Meeting to elect Chair and Vice-Chair along with other organizational… View More