Hickory Hickory Fire Department announces retirement of Battalion Chief Chad FisherBy Catawba First NewsJuly 1, 2026 Fisher joined in November 1997, served as deputy chief of administration and operations, and later earned a Fayetteville State bachelor’s in fire and emergency services administration.
Long View Long View Town Manager James R. Cozart to retire June 30 after 30 yearsBy Catawba First NewsMarch 21, 2026 The March 21 town release traces Cozart from Hickory finance in 1997 through 24 years in Long View, including appointment as manager in July 2023.
