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Welcome to the online version of Hickory Living Magazine. We invite you to read our cover story featuring 72 Degrees and visit our advertisers. Don't forget to pick up your free copy today!
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HICKORY LIVING • MARCH 2015 1
Complimentary
March 2015
Keeping Your Family
Comfortable
Efficient Comfort Systems, Inc
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Mailing Address - 1670 E. Broad Street, Suite #195 Statesville, NC 28625 828-464-4060E-mail - [email protected]
CONTRIBUTING WRITERSKristie Darling • Meredith Collins
Cheryl Grant • Kathy WheelerLauren Davidson
COVER PHOTOGRAPHYShane Greene Photography
COVER STORY72 Degrees Air Conditioning & Heating
Editorial Stock photography, unless otherwise noted,
is from ThinkStock.
March 2015Living the Good Life
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LIVNG
I from the publisherWelcome to the March issue.March promises to be a busy month, and it ushers in my favorite time of year–spring! I'm hoping for lots of warm, sunny weather to lift us all out of the winter doldrums of the past few months. The smell of freshly mowed grass in the air and warmer days is just the tonic I need to get me excited about all that spring has to offer!
Daylight Savings Time starts on March 8th as we “spring forward” and move our clocks up one hour. It always takes me at least a week or two to get used to losing this hour, but I really enjoy the longer days and extra daylight in the evening. I can put this time to good use by starting my exercise later in the day or working in the yard...There is so much to do!
Don't forget to wear your green on St. Patrick's Day, and here's hoping the luck of the Irish is shining on you! Whether you are Irish or not, this is a day to have some fun and remember you get pinched if you're not wearing green!
Thank you for reading the March issue of Hickory Living Magazine!
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March 2015LIVNG
I content
8 • Prepare For The Season!
12 • 72 Degrees Air Conditioning & Heating Keeping Your Family Comfortable
18 • Catawba Radiological Associates, Inc. Imaging And Intervention
22 • Act Happy Week
25 • What's Cooking?! A Quick Lunch For Two
26 • The Luck Of St. Patrick
30 • Hickory Resources25
22 18 holiday | food | local business
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Prepare for the
Season!By Kathy Wheeler
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March ushers in the first
day of spring on the
20th, which means warm
weather is just around the corner! Get
outside and replenish your vitamin D
with a little sunshine. According to Dr.
Oz, as little as 15 minutes in the sun will
offer 10,000 units of vitamin D for fair
skinned people. He suggests that you
apply sun block to your face and hands,
but not the rest of your body. The darker
your skin, the more sun you need to get
a comparable amount of vitamin D. If
you take a vitamin D supplement, take it
with the largest meal of the day for bet-
ter absorption.
It is time to start choosing a new color
pallet for both our homes and our ward-
robes. The experts at Pantone predict
the spring and summer color pallet will
consist of cool colors mixed with muted
warm pastels. You will be happy to
know that classic blue is going to be a
staple this spring. So pull out those navy
and white striped sweaters or t-shirts.
The bright pop of colors from the 2014
season will be replaced with muted
versions of warm tangerine, strawberry
pink, custard, sand, cool blues, and
greenish turquoise colors. Classic blue
and light gray will be the neutral colors
for spring wardrobes, and some design-
ers predict that black and white, blue
and white, and white on white will be
popular this spring and summer season.
Likewise, it is time to brighten some of
your home décor. Packing away those
heavy comforters and replacing them
with lightweight, fun-colored quilts are
good ways to do just that. Changing out
decorative pillows and throws, open-
ing the windows to air out your home,
opening the blinds and drapes to let the
sunshine in are other ways of inviting
spring into your home. Don’t forget to
add some fresh March flowers from the
garden!
The winter months have taken their toll
on our homes, and a little bit of spring
cleaning will help you start the season
with a fresh, new look. Remove clutter
and go through winter clothes before
packing them away for the season. In
general, clean, organize, and store away
any items that you won’t need for the
season. With warmer weather, you may
consider having a yard sale for unused
items or donate them to a local charity.
If you are in the market for something
new, spring is the perfect time for shop-
ping some of the re-sale stores for items
you can refurbish and reuse. I love see-
ing a classic end table come to life with
an unexpected color of paint!
Plan your outdoor projects for entertain-
ing. Do you need a larger deck? Or, do
you plan on purchasing new furniture
for your outdoor space? Spring is the
perfect time to make those purchases so
you can enjoy them during the warm
season ahead. Prepare your flowerbeds
for planting by pulling out winter debris
and adding some fresh mulch.
Enjoy the fresh air, the warm sun, and
the beginning of spring!
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LIVI cover storyGN
By Kristie DarlingPhotos by Shane Greene Photography
Photos: On the cover–Dempsey Miller and Sidney Smith, owners of 72 Degrees Air Conditioning & Heating.
Pictured–Management team members–Derek Wolfe, operations manager; Dempsey Miller, administration manager; Sidney Smith, general manager; and Michael McDaniel, office manager. Operations and warehouse building is pictured in the background.
Keeping Your Family Comfortable
Efficient Comfort Systems, Inc
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You wake up in the middle of the night, and something seems different. You feel a chill, the floor is cold, and then it hits you–the furnace isn’t running. We take it for granted that our home will stay warm in winter and cool in the heat of summer, but when that’s not the case, we need a heating and cooling expert that we can trust. We need someone to keep our family comfortable and safe year round. In the greater Hickory area, folks know they can rely on 72 Degrees to do the job right, the first time, with a 100% guarantee to stand behind their workmanship in the rare case there’s a prob-lem. You can expect exceptional “we care” customer service matched with top of the line, affordable HVAC products from Sid Smith, Dempsey Miller, and their professional team of comfort advisors, service technicians and system installers when called on. The entire team has your comfort at the top of their priority list. NEW OWNERSHIP, NEW LEADERSHIP72 Degrees of Hickory has been in business in our region since 2004. Sid and Dempsey purchased the company last May. “I wanted to be part of a customer service oriented busi-ness, something that people really value,” Sid told me as he showed me around. “I have a mechanical engineering degree from NC State and an MBA from Wake Forest, so I am into efficient operations and getting things right. Making improve-ments and keeping our customers truly satisfied with our products and service are critical to me.” Sid is a GE certified Six Sigma black belt with a full understanding of process improvement and quality-driven standards that are reflected in 72 Degrees’ daily operations. Dempsey Miller is a civil en-gineer and also a graduate of NC State. Both men believe their leadership role at 72 Degrees is to be accessible and operate the company hands-on so that quality, value, and customer service are the focus. “We honor everything we sell and install beyond the factory warranty for up to ten years,” Dempsey explained. “We don’t pass off problems, we solve them.” The new owners were impressed with the knowledge and dedica-tion of the employees they inherited when they purchased the company, and so many of the team have years of experi-ence and the skills it takes to get it right and ensure complete customer satisfaction.
MORE THAN HEATING AND AIR CONDITIONING“When we install a system, we do an engineering evalua-tion and load calculation to determine our customer’s actual needs,” Dempsey continued. “We ask the homeowner what’s important to them, determine the best choice to meet their priorities, and provide a written recommendation and quote on the spot. Often, customers want more than just maintain-ing a comfortable temperature; they’re looking for improved air quality in the home, eliminating hot or cold spots, or
Photos: Above, top to bottom–Dempsey Miller and Sid Smith, owners of Efficient Comfort Systems, dba 72 Degrees Air Conditioning and Heatingand Watts and Holmes Electric Services.
Derek Wolfe, a 10-year veteran of 72 degrees, plans and manages daily operations.
Derek is shown above training technicians.
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keeping everything affordable. We’re after a holistic solu-tion where we address every concern and provide what the customer needs.” Written replacement guarantees, a warranty against lemons, frustration-free service, provid-ing the comfort you need and want, competitive financ-ing (0% interest up to five years), and guaranteed utility cost savings help make 72 Degrees the heating and air conditioning company of choice.
72 Degrees is the area’s exclusive dealer for the HVAC Smart Chip, which they can install in your thermostat or air handler to increase energy efficiency and save money. “It controls the fan’s running time after the heating unit has turned off and delivers latent heat into your home,” Sid said. “We guarantee a 10% savings and return on investment within 18 months.” Also exclusive to 72 De-grees is the innovative, new Talking Thermostat. Michael McDaniel, office manager and all-purpose go-to guy, explained, “Sid had an idea for a walking, talking, family friendly mascot, and so Tempie the Talking Thermostat was born…check out our Facebook page to meet him! He represents our brand commitment to providing qual-ity service and comfort.
SERVICE AND MAINTENANCEIndoor air quality is a critical component of 72 Degrees’ expertise. The company is fully invested in state-of-the-
Photos: Above, top to bottom–• Service Technician Jesse Wright working on an AC system • Watts and Holmes will discover and resolve any electrical
mysteries confounding your home or business.
art equipment and up-to-date technical training to keep customers’ in-home environments clean and safe. Indoor air pollution is a con-siderable health risk, especially to those with respiratory conditions or allergies. 72 Degrees not only cleans your home’s air ducts, but they can also seal them to help keep them clear between cleanings, recom-
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Photos: Top–Office Manager Mike McDaniel sets the bar for world class customer service.
Above–Customer care team members, left to right–Paula Bowman, Lisa Long and Scottie Burns greet customers everyday with “It’s a beautiful day at 72 Degrees. How may I make you smile today?”
mend and install air filtration systems, and make sure the humidity level in your home is not contributing to the growth of fungus or mold.
Two Comfort Club memberships, silver and diamond, pro-vide biannual inspections, tune-ups, filters, and discounts if something isn’t working right. Diagnostic services at the diamond level cost you nothing, and you can call in as much as you need. Keeping your equipment running smoothly ensures the most cost effective operation and peace of mind. Service extends from the greater Hickory area into Caldwell, Lincoln, Iredell, Alexander, Burke and Mecklenburg counties. When you need electrical work done, call 72 Degrees’ partner company, Watts and Holmes. They operate at the same high quality and customer service standards.
IN THE COMMUNITY SPIRITSid and Dempsey summed it all up when they told me they are “a God-centered company doing our work with excel-lence. We’re in the community in many ways, supporting our churches, schools, and service organizations whenever possible.” Dempsey is on the visitors’ team at Victory Chris-tian Center, and Sid serves on Redemption World Outreach’s operations and first impressions team. They sponsor local high school players of the week on WHKY TV and are making plans to offer scholarships to Unifour area high schoolers to help them attend trade school. Dempsey is on the board of di-rectors of Community Link, a regional nonprofit that purchas-es and re-habs homes for veterans, and volunteers with Trips for Kids, sponsoring bike rides for at-risk youth. This gener-ous volunteer work in the community reflects the nature of 72 Degrees’ owners. They are prepared to provide emergency heating and air conditioning service 24/7 and to stand behind their work and their employees. “We offer opportunities for our people to advance in training and provide a team-based environment for success,” Sid said. “They are reliable, honest and respectful when they work in your home. Our techni-cians do not swear, they are drug free, wear uniforms and shoe covers, and they clean up after every job is done.”
Michael said Sid and Dempsey make it easy for him to get his job done: “They have built a culture of integrity where team members support each other to make sure every customer is honestly comfortable referring 72 Degrees to their family and friends.”
72 DEGREES’ VALUESWhen you’re in need of heating and air conditioning service, think 72 Degrees. The company is client focused with a goal to provide the greatest service experience for each and every customer. The team is committed to being on time, clean,
respectful, and honest on the job, resulting in a very high level of performance and quality products. You will be well served, and your family will benefit from 72 Degrees’ high standards, their guarantee of optimal service, and customized heating and air conditioning installations.
Efficient Comfort Systems, Inc
HICKORY - 828.449.8256www.72degreesofhickory.com
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Catawba Radiological Associates provides radiology services
for patients throughout Catawba, Caldwell, and Alexan-
der counties. The practice serves the region with a broad
spectrum of diagnostic and interventional services. Teams
of board certified radiologists provide specialties and sub-
specialties care in neuroradiology, mammography, musculo-
skeletal, body MRI, PET, nuclear medicine, and vascular and
interventional radiology (VIR).
Diagnostic imaging refers to technologies radiologists use to
look inside the body to investigate a medical condition. De-
pending on the issue and part of the body being examined,
this can include X-rays, CT scans, nuclear medicine scans,
MRI scans and ultrasound.
Interventional radiology is a subspecialty of radiology in
which minimally invasive procedures are performed using
image guidance. Some are done to diagnose a medical issue
and others for treatment purposes. Images guide the radiolo-
gist who uses small needles or tiny instruments to do the
procedure.
Dr. Brian Rhodes is a vascular and interventional radiologist
who joined the team in 2014. Dr. Rhodes brings a passion
and specialty to CRA and his teams. Born and raised in Loui-
siana, Dr. Rhodes attended Louisiana State University and
the Louisiana State University School of Medicine. He com-
pleted his residency at Tulane University School of Medicine
and his fellowship in interventional radiology at University of
Florida Health.
By Meredith Collins Photos by Shane Greene Photography
Dr. Rhodes decided to specialize in interventional radiology
because it’s an exciting field with a lot of technological advance-
ments that benefit patients in treatment and care. He also enjoys
interventional radiology because “there is increased patient
interaction. We meet with patients to explain the procedure and
enjoy a more established patient-doctor relationship.”
The field of interventional radiology is quite broad. “Many peo-
ple don’t realize that it is a specialty within itself,” Dr. Rhodes
said. “Interventional radiologists originally invented angioplasty
and vascular stenting. Our field also includes cancer treatments,
peripheral arterial disease treatment, atherosclerosis, migraine
Photos: Above, top to bottom–Dr. John C. Bools and Dr. Brian B. RhodesOpposite page–Dr. Bools and Dr. Rhodes are part of CRA's interventional radiology team.Dr. Steve D. Harlan, FACR, reviews an interventional radiology case.
Imaging and Intervention
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headache relief and women’s care,
including fibroid treatment…anything
that is a minimally invasive procedure
is within the realm of the interventional
radiologist.”
Advancements with interventional ra-
diology have greatly benefited patients.
For example, one procedure Dr. Rhodes
performs is to go in through a blood
vessel to apply chemotherapy directly to
a tumor. The targeting of chemotherapy
directly to the tumor can help increase
treatment effectiveness and decrease
unpleasant side effects.
Dr. Rhodes encourages patients to look
at all potential options. “Oftentimes,
people do not know that intervention-
alists exist,” Dr. Rhodes said. “Before
people get a certain treatment or surgery,
I encourage them to talk with their
doctor and research minimally invasive
therapies. It can be much simpler, safer,
and cost effective.”
In addition to the procedures performed
by Dr. Rhodes, the entire team of 18
physicians provides the highest level of
radiological services at multiple inpa-
tient and outpatient locations across our
area, including Caldwell Memorial Hos-
pital, Catawba Valley Medical Center,
and Frye Regional Medical Center.
Mammograms, PET scans, X-rays, CT
scans, kyphoplasties, biopsies, varicose
vein procedures, nuclear medicine, ul-
trasound–Catawba Radiological Associ-
ates’ physicians have the expertise!
Catawba RadiologicalAssociates, Inc.18 13th Ave NE, Hickory
828-322-2644www.catawbaradiology.com
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Act Happy week
Have you ever lost your sense of humor?
It is no fun! When it happens to me,
I go to bed and sleep it off and try to
wake up with a better attitude. I can’t
imagine life without humor. The benefits
of a smile or a good laugh are not only
physically and mentally healthy, they are
contagious. It’s one thing you want to
catch during flu season!
The third Monday in March is the begin-
ning of Act Happy Week. Now I don’t
know who started this week, but I’m
in! Apparently you reap benefits from
acting happy even if you don’t feel that
happy. What a concept–fake it until you
make it!
Your brain doesn’t know the difference
between a fake smile and a real one.
When you smile, even a phony smile,
your body releases those feel good en-
dorphins, which, in turn, reduce stress
hormones. With less stress hormones,
your body relaxes and boosts the im-
mune system. Imagine what a good
hearty laugh does for you!
LOL is an acronym that we use fre-
quently nowadays, but how often do we
really Laugh Out Loud? Hopefully all of
you have experienced a time when you
started laughing with a friend, and you
couldn’t stop. You laughed until you
cried. At some point, whatever initially
started the laughter became insignifi-
cant, and you were just laughing for the
sheer joy of it. Or, have you ever been
in a situation where laughter was totally
inappropriate, but you just couldn’t help
yourself and once you got started, it was
on–you couldn’t stop. That has hap-
pened to me more than a few times.
Once I was sitting with a good friend in
church on the back pew. I typically like
the back pew, I guess I’m afraid of be-
ing judged if I start to doze, get fidgety,
bored, or in this case, tickled. During
this particular service, the minister
paused for a split second in his thought,
and at that moment someone in the
congregation passed gas. It was as if my
friend and I were the only two people
who heard it, because everyone else
looked straight ahead. We took one look
of surprise at each other and our bodies
started to shake with silent laughter. We
tried to contain ourselves, but it was
useless. Luckily, we got out of the sanc-
tuary before we totally lost ourselves in
full blown, glorious laughter! Tears were
streaming down our faces from laugh-
ing so hard. Was it a juvenile act for
two fairly sophisticated women to laugh
at such a thing? Absolutely! But could
we stop ourselves? Absolutely not! We
couldn’t help it. Our laughter became
contagious between the two of us, and
we lost it.
Later, we had to explain to the pas-
tor why we had slipped out. It was
like being in trouble and knowing you
shouldn’t laugh but couldn’t help it, and
it started all over again. I would have to
say that I received more from the laugh-
ter that day than from the sermon.
Have you ever heard a child laugh until
they can hardly catch their breath? You
can’t help but laugh with them. Occa-
sionally, we need to laugh until we are
exhausted! So during Act Happy Week,
share your laughter. Rent a comedy,
post a joke, tell a funny story, visit with
friends who make you laugh, think of
a time when you laughed so hard you
cried. Laughter truly is like medicine
with the only side effect being hiccups.
By Cheryl Grant
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A quick lunch for two for those busy schedules.
Mediterranean Chicken PitasPrep time: 10 minutes
Servings: 2
1 (10-ounce) can chicken breast, drained and flaked1/2 cup finely chopped cucumber 1/2 cup finely chopped red bell pepper1 (4.5-ounce) can chopped green chilies, drained1/4 cup Greek yogurt2 tablespoons fresh chopped dill2 whole wheat pitas4 lettuce leaves
What's Cooking?!A Quick Lunch For Two
DirectionsIn large bowl combine chicken, cucumber, red bell pepper, green chilies, yogurt and dill; toss to mix well.
Cut each pita in half horizontally; carefully open each pita half. Fill each with 2 lettuce leaves and half of chicken mixture.
For more info visit CansGetYouCooking.com, Source: CMI
Fudgy Raspberry Mug Brownie
Servings: 2
3 tablespoons miniature choc-olate chips
1 tablespoon butter2 tablespoons packed brown
sugar2 tablespoons flour
DirectionsMicrowave chocolate chips and but-ter in microwavable coffee mug on high 30 seconds or until melted. Stir. Add remaining ingredients; mix well.
Microwave on high 45 seconds to 1 minute or until center looks almost set. Let stand 5 minutes before serv-ing.
1 egg yolk1 teaspoon milk3/4 teaspoon McCormick Raspberry Extract
Note: For a Fudgy Peppermint Mug Brownie, replace Rasp-berry Extract with 1 teaspoon McCormick Pure Vanilla Extract and 1/4 teaspoon McCormick Pure Peppermint Extract.
Caution: Mug may be hot. Use pot holders when removing from microwave.
Photo and recipe courtesy ofMcCormick & Company, Inc.
For More Mug Desserts,Visit www.McCormick.com
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I think we can all recall a time where someone we know–if not ourselves–got pinched on March 17 for not wearing green. Many of us also eat green cupcakes, drink green beer, and wear shirts that say “Kiss Me, I’m Irish.” We might be familiar with celebrating the holiday, but what exactly are we celebrating?
St. Patrick, originally from Roman Britain (today’s lower part of Britain), was captured by the Irish raiders and taken as a slave. He then worked as a shepherd and received a message from God that took him from port to port, eventually guiding him home. When he finally escaped Ireland and returned home safely, he continued to follow the call of God and became a priest. Instead of staying at home with his family, though, he did something completely unexpected and returned to Ireland, the land that enslaved him, to convert the then Pagan Irish to Christianity. St. Patrick eventu-ally died on March 17. Ireland has long celebrated his legacy with a feast day that has given way to the many parades and parties that we are familiar with today.
So what’s with all the green, four-leaf clover stuff? Well, legend has it that St. Patrick used the more commonly seen three-leaf clover to explain the Holy Trinity to the Irish. As for the color green, it’s been worn to celebrate Ireland since the late 1600s. It reflects the coun-try’s rolling hills and is featured in their flag and their nickname: The Emerald Isle.
St. Patrick’s Day isn’t a legally recognized holiday here in the United States, but we all seem to rally behind it anyway. In fact, the tradi-tion of pinching people started in America in the 1700s. There was a myth that wearing green made one invisible to leprechauns who would pinch you if you were wearing any other color.
Like Ireland, the United States celebrates the day with parades and pub-crawls. The first official parade was held in New York City in 1762 to celebrate Irish soldiers. This is now the largest St. Patrick’s Day celebration nationwide, with over 15,000 participants and over three million viewers. Many holiday observers celebrating the holiday also eat the traditional Irish meal of corned beef and cab-bage, which was typically eaten by Irish immigrants. This is also an American-born tradition, by most accounts.
This St. Patrick’s Day, show your Irish pride by putting on your dancing shoes and sporting some green. May the luck of the Irish
be with you this March!
The Luck of St. Patrick
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By Lauren Davidson
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Women’s Resource Center828.322.6333
www.wrchickory.org
Catawba County Historical Association
www.catawbahistory.org828.465.0383
Catawba Science Center828.322.8169
www.catawbascience.org
Hickory Museum of Art828.327.8576
www.HickoryMuseumofArt.org
Hickory Community Theatre828.327.3855
hickorytheatre.org
The Green Room Community Theatre
828-464-6583www.the-green-room.org
Hickory Choral Society828.322.2210
www.hickorychoralsociety.com
Hickory Landmarks Society828.322.4731
www.hickorylandmarks.org
Western Piedmont Symphony828.324.8603
www.wpsymphony.org
United Arts Council of Catawba County
828.324.4906www.artscatawba.org
Catawba Valley Community College
828.327.7000www.cvcc.edu
Lenoir-Rhyne University828-328-7300
www.lr.edu
Hickory Downtown Development Association
828.322.1121www.downtownhickory.com
Hickory Metro Convention and Visitors Bureau828.322.1335
www.hickorymetro.com
City of Hickory828-323-7400
www.hickorync.gov
Hickory Police Department828.324.2060
Hickory Parks & Recreation828.322.7046
Hickory Regional Airport828.323.7408
Catawba County Library System828.465.8661
www.catawbacountync.gov/library/
Catawba County Chamber of Commerce
828.328.6111www.catawbachamber.org
Catawba County Government828.465.8200
www.catawbacountync.gov
Catawba County Sheriff’s Department
828-464-5241www.catawbacountync.gov/Sheriff/
N.C. State Highway Patrolwww.nccrimecontrol.org
Catawba County Schools(828) 464-8333
www.catawbaschools.net
YMCA828.324.9622
www.ymcacv.org
Hickory Motor Speedway828.464.3655
www.hickorymotorspeedway.com
Hickory Crawdads828.322.3000
www.milb.com/index.jsp?sid=t448
Greater Hickory Cooperative Christian Ministry
Client Services: 828.327.0979www.ccmhickory.com
HickoryResources
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