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🌱 What happened in the Crawdads’ tense doubleheader at LP Frans?

Hickory, North Carolina Patch AM: a 3 min read

Hello Hickory! Here's our latest buzz. Let's get into it. ☀️

In today's newsletter:

  • What happened in the Crawdads’ tense doubleheader at LP Frans?
  • How to get your classic car into Hickory’s Autolawn Party

Also on today's calendar: 2026 Evolution Summer Fest - Saturday.

Today's riddle: What kind of shoes do frogs wear? 🤔 (Answer below!)

Weather forecast:

  • Saturday: A shower and t-storm; humid, with a high of 80 and low of 66 degrees.
  • Sunday: A t-storm around in the p.m., temps: high: 86, low: 68. 🌶 Hot!
  • Monday: Mostly sunny, with a high of 91 and low of 69 degrees.

📰 News we're reading

• Crawdads Split Friday's Doubleheader (oursportscentral.com) — Hickory baseball fans saw the Crawdads split Friday’s doubleheader against Myrtle Beach at LP Frans Stadium, with both games ending 2–1. The release recaps key hits, pitching decisions, and notes that the six-game home series continues with a special 5 p.m. first pitch.
   

• Early Registration For HMA's Autolawn Party Begins Aug. 3 (focusnewspaper.com) — Hickory’s Autolawn Party is set for Saturday, October 3, 2026, on the SALT Block North Lawn, featuring a European classic car show, live music, food, and kids’ activities. Spectators attend free, can vote for their favorite car, and proceeds support Hickory Museum of Art’s educational programs.
   

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🗞 Nearby News

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  • Get Ready To Rev Up At The Conover Cruz'N 2026 On 8/22 (focusnewspaper.com)
  • North Carolina man convicted in attempted murder, child abuse case (myfox8.com)

Newton

  • Recycling Equipment Inc. Acquires Midwest Recycling Equipment (recyclingmonster.com)
  • Arrest Made In Connection To Death Investigation (whky.com)

Ok Hickory! So now you're in the loop about what's happening today. Thanks for reading, and see you in your inbox next time! Oh -- and if you like what you're reading, invite a friend to Patch AM!

-- The Patch AM Team

P.S. The answer to today's riddle: Open-toad (Thank you Harold W. for sending it in!)
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