Lakefront Home on Lake Hickory - 01/29/09 06:13 PM
Lakefront Home on Lake Hickory NC 6687 Dam Cove Road, Conover, NC 28613 View Map Lakefront home on beautiful Lake Hickory is situated very close to the water and with over 250 feet of lake frontage. The lot includes 2 boat docks. This home has lots of potential with some pretty amazing views and a flexible layout. Master bedroom has full bath attached and a large closet. Living room has a wonderful stone fireplace as well as a slate floor. The home has many rooms that can have multiple uses. There are many wonderful outside areas to sit and enjoy the … (0 comments)
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Congratulations to Frye Regional Medical Center - 01/28/09 06:56 PM
Frye Regional Medical Center is the first hospital in North Carolina to be named a Distinguished Hospital by J.D. Power and Associates.
This distinction acknowledges a strong commitment by Frye to provide "An Outstanding Patient Experience". The distinction was determined by surveying a random sample of recently discharged patients on their perceptions of their hospital stay and comparing the results to the national statistics established by the annual J.D. Power and Associates National Hospital Service Performance Study.
The telephone-based research conducted among patients focuses on the five key drivers of patient satisfaction with their overall hospital experience. The drivers, which were … (0 comments)
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Morganton-High Peak Mountain Estates-Lot for Sale - 01/26/09 06:31 PM
Lot for Sale High Peak Mountain Estates - Morganton Lot 3 Skyline Drive, Morganton, NC 28655 View Map Wonderful gated community with freshly paved roads and an abundance of nature and beauty. This is a very special community with fairly level building lots. Build your dream home here and enjoy the peaceful wooded settings where horses are welcome and nature surrounds you. Lots for Sale: Lot 32 Big Creek Road 9.95 acres - $119,000 Lot 31 Big Creek Road 9.87 acres - $114,000 Lot 3 Skyline Drive 9.54 acres - $112,500 Lot 5 Skyline Drive 11.91 acres - $87,500 Lot 26 … (0 comments)
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Catawba County Community College is Growing our Area - 01/24/09 10:04 AM
The Catawba County Community College will be purchasing the old Ryan's restaurant on US 70. The site is within close proximity of the college campus. The building will provide about 10,000 square feet of additional facilities for the college. The college has an all-time high enrollment and needs the additional space.
This acquisition by the CVCC Center for Emerging Manufacturing Solutions will help to create new and protect existing jobs in the Catawba Valley. It will attract more manufacturers to the area. The Catawba County Board of Commissioners approved the spending of approximately nine hundred fifty thousand dollars from the School … (0 comments)
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Looking for a Job in Hickory? Become a 2010 Census Taker - 01/23/09 07:16 PM
As a census taker, you will perform important and valued work. You will work individually as part of a small team in your own local community. Although your work hours will be flexible, you will be expected to complete your work assignments on time.
The local pay rate will start at $15.25 per hour. Our area is offering the highest pay rate in the state.
You will be expected to visit all the residences in your assigned area to verify address lists. You will record information on a small, hand held computing device, which will transmit the data via wireless … (0 comments)
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Catawba County Green Counstruction Permit Incentive - 01/23/09 03:05 PM
The Green Building incentives section of the Catawba County's building fee structures is a special allowance to provide an incentive for building in accordance with LEED, Energy Star, and NC Healthy Built Homes.
The incentive based fee structure is intended to increase renewable/sustainable energy technologies and green building certifications for homes and commercial buildings in Catawba County.
Various permit and plan review incentives are available for new and existing construction. To qualify, the builder or owner needs to obtain all permitting from Catawba County and a green building certification from a third party agency (LEED, Energy Star, etc.). For new construction, … (2 comments)
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Grant Could Help First Time Home Buyers in Catawba County - 01/22/09 01:44 PM
The Catawba County Board of Commissioners gave its approval for the Western Piedmont Council of Governments to apply for federal grant to finance the purchase and renovation of about 35 houses that have been seized in recent foreclosures. These homes will be renovated and made available for first time home buyers.
Catawba County is applying for a portion of the fifty-two million dollars that North Carolina is set to receive. Grants will be provided based on need. Need is determined by the percentage of foreclosures, sub-prime mortgages, and the number of homes that are delinquent on payments. The money comes from … (0 comments)
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Catawba County's Green Initiatives - 01/22/09 11:50 AM
The Catawba County Government has made a concerted effort to promote education and responsible behavior regarding conservation of energy, recycling, waste management, energy efficient building, and beautification.
The following is a list of just some of the steps a few of the county departments have taken.
Catawba County Government
Ranked in the top five counties within North Carolina for recycled materials for the last six years
Created a buy recycled policy for all departments, employees, and buyers
Tracks the annual purchases of recycled content goods and products
Asks all staff to turn off their electronic equipment when they leave work
Operates … (2 comments)
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Hickory to Develop New Logo and Wayfinding Plan - 01/21/09 06:44 PM
One of the most common complaints about Hickory is that the streets are confusing and it is tough to find your way around town. The good news is that we are one step closer to making it easier.
The Hickory City Council voted 4-3 to approve a contract with Frasier Associates to develop an updated logo for the city and develop a wayfinding plan that will incorporate the new logo on strategically located signs that will guide travelers to and from Hickory's various businesses and points of interest.
Frasier Associates is a Virginia-based architecture and planning firm that has worked with … (1 comments)
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Morganton NC Building Lots for Sale - High Peak Mountain Estates - 01/20/09 12:09 PM
Morganton Lots for Sale in High Peak Mountain Estates Lot 32 Big Creek Road, Morganton, NC 28655 View Map Wonderful gated community with freshly paved roads and an abundance of nature and beauty. This is a very special community with fairly level building lots. Build your dream home here and enjoy the peaceful wooded settings where horses are welcome and nature surrounds you. Lots for Sale: Lot 32 Big Creek Road 9.95 acres - $119,000 Lot 31 Big Creek Road 9.87 acres - $114,000 Lot 5 Skyline Drive 11.91 acres - $87,500 Lot 26 Mountain Vista Drive 22.60 acres - $134,000
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Hickory Home for Sale in Desirable Hickory Woods - 01/19/09 05:03 PM
Brick Ranch in Desirable Hickory Woods 3716 26TH ST DR NE, HICKORY, NC 28601 View Map Beautiful brick and vinyl home with three bedrooms and two baths in the Hickory Woods subdivison. This home features wood floors in the kitchen & foyer. The kitchen has great counter space and a large eat in area. The large living room has vaulted ceilings and a gas fireplace. Master bedroom has a nice size closet and an adjoining master bath with double sinks. The wood deck is partially covered and screened in - great for entertaining or enjoying a beautiful spring day. Schools: Clyde … (0 comments)
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Hickory High School is Embracing the Green Movement - 01/17/09 11:50 AM
Due to the drought that has gripped the south east for more than a year - the city of Hickory has restricted water usage for its businesses and residents. Hickory High School has a found a way around the city water restrictions. They are participating in the Community Conservation Assistance Program through the NC Department of Environmental and Natural Resources.
The school will install a cistern to hold rain water that drains off the roof of the athletic building. The cistern will hold the rainwater until the school needs it to water plants, garden, and irrigate the athletic fields around the … (3 comments)
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Residents of Hickory Give the City a THUMBS UP - 01/17/09 10:39 AM
Hickory is a great place to live and work.
The Jackson Group recently worked with the city of Hickory to ask the residents their opinions about the city. The group conducted a phone survey from a random sample of citizens. The results were overwhelmingly high on the services provided by the city.
Some of the major strengths of the city are:
•· Citizen pride
•· Overall appearance of Hickory
•· Receiving communication in a timely manner
•· Responsiveness to emergencies and accidents
•· Satisfaction with recreation centers and parks, library services, and city public works services
The overall feeling from the survey is that the levels … (0 comments)
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Bring Your Business to Hickory NC - 01/16/09 11:57 AM
The OPERATION NO VACANCY INITIATIVE has been announced in Hickory. This initiative aims to attract reinvestment in distressed commercial and industrial buildings. The city took an inventory of over 190 vacant buildings in Hickory and used that information to create a Commercial Revitalization Area.
The OPERATION NO VACANCY INITIATIVE has combined existing grant programs such as the Downtown Appearance Grant and created new incentive programs that are targeted to the area of greatest need. This grant offers 50 percent matching funds of up to $25,000 to people who redevelop a vacant building. This initiative also includes investment in the infrastructure to … (0 comments)
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Granite Falls NC Lot for Sale in River Bend - 01/14/09 02:54 PM
Granite Falls NC Lot for Sale in River Bend Lot 717 River Bend Road, Granite Falls, NC 28630 View Map Level interior lot in the beautiful lake community of River Bend in Granite Falls. Possible views when the land across the street is cleared for building. Priced below neighboring lots for sale. Private boat slips are available for sale. River Bend offers a club house, pool, tennis courts, and beautiful grounds for a $50 per month membership fee. River Bend is located just minutes from routes 321, 40, and shopping. For more information visit my website at www.MikeKellyJr.com.
Details Asking … (0 comments)
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Hickory Government Website Receives a New Look - 01/10/09 01:08 PM
The Hickory government website has been given an update in make it easier to navigate and more user-friendly.
According to an article in the Hickory Daily record, Hickory citizens continue to increase their use of the website. In 2008 the website had more than 425,000 visits. Many visitors look for local information, news updates or pay utility bills. There's still information on Hickory's website about its departments and events. There is also an enhanced news center section that includes city publications and news releases. In the next few months, www.hickorygov.com will get additional features that will allow residents to reserve recreation … (0 comments)
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Burke County NC Home Built in 2005 - 01/06/09 06:19 PM
Burke County Home Built in 2005 208 Pine Meadows Circle, Hickory, NC 28601 View Map This super ranch home is located at the end of a quiet street in the Pine Meadows Subdivision. It has a brick and vinyl exterior. This home features three bedrooms and two full baths. It has laminate wood floors through out and no carpeting to clean or replace. All appliances remain with the home. Enjoy sitting on the rocking chair front porch or the wood deck in the backyard. It is located in Burke County just minutes from Hickory and close to major roads. Schools: Ray … (0 comments)
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Granite Falls NC Condo for Sale - 01/05/09 12:22 PM
Granite Falls NC Condo 6187 Timberlane Terrace, Hickory, NC 28601 View Map Great two floor condo with three bedrooms and two full baths. The home features a newly updated kitchen with new appliances, cabinets, counter tops and tile floor. This home has a spacious open floor plan. The bathrooms have been upgraded with new tile floors and new fixtures. Sit on your private patio area as you enjoy grilling and eating outside. The complex has multiple common areas that are very well maintained. Conveniently located off of Grace Chapel Road minutes from route 321 in Granite Falls.
Details Asking Price: $112,500 … (0 comments)
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913 Jobs Created in Hickory North Carolina - 01/02/09 07:20 PM
Great news for Hickory North Carolina and Hickory NC Real Estate
Covation LLC based in Atlanta is a customer support center for business telecommunications services announced that its Hickory operation will open in April. The company plans to hire 544 people by the end of 2009, and to employ 913 within three years.
The Covation customer service support center will occupy a 60,000-square-foot building off Tate Boulevard and the McDonald Parkway adjacent to the new Graystone Eye campus in McDonald Crossing Professional Park.
This is the fifth major economic development announcement made in Hickory in 2008. Other companies planning projects that will create jobs are … (0 comments)
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