Ever wondered how the influx of new residents and businesses from nearby Charlotte has changed the landscape of Catawba County? Discover the delicate balance between progress and preserving the old community spirit as we share personal memories...

What if a suburban family could transform a sprawling 147-acre farm into a hub of sustainable living? Join us on this episode of the Catawba Chronicles as we sit down with Melissa from True Cut Ranch in Claremont, North Carolina. Melissa shares...

What makes Hickory such a special place to live and work? Join us as we sit down with Clarissa Starnes, the Executive Director of the Hickory Museum of Art, who offers an intimate glimpse into her personal journey and unwavering connection to H...

Step into the world of Erin Graves, Director of Programs at the Catawba Science Center, as she traces her roots from a quaint South Carolina town to her influential role in Hickory, North Carolina. With an academic background in biology and a s...

When the gentle hum of countryside life mingles with the echoes of personal triumph, magic happens. Leah Livingston of Amillia Acres embodies this enchantment, sharing her poignant tale that interweaves loss, love, and the nurturing bond betwee...

Have you ever walked the streets of your town and wondered what secrets lie beneath the very ground you tread?  Let's embark on a journey through time with Alex Floyd, the esteemed local historian from Newton Library's Rhodes Room, as he w...

Have you ever planted a seed of change that blossomed into a community cornerstone? Shelley Orr, the dynamic Library Services Manager for Catawba County, did just that as she helped transform a library corner lot into a thriving community garde...

Season two of the Catawba Chronicles opens its doors wider than ever, inviting you to pull up a chair alongside me, Oliver Connor, as we unearth the heartbeat of our community through the stories and jobs of its most influential citizens. ...

For our next episode of "The Catawba Chronicles," we are thrilled to feature a special guest whose infectious spirit and commitment to service have touched countless lives: Ben Triplett.Growing up, Ben was known for his jovial nature an...

In this episode of "The Catawba Chronicles," we are excited to introduce you to Sherry Butler, a former school board member and local politician from Catawba County, NC. Sherry has dedicated her life to improving education and advocating for he...

In this episode of "The Catawba Chronicles," we had the pleasure of speaking with two amazing women from the Friends of the Catawba County Library. This dedicated group of volunteers is committed to supporting and promoting the local library, e...

In our next episode of The Catawba Chronicles, we are thrilled to introduce you to a true American hero and an outstanding example of the extraordinary individuals who hail from Catawba County. Lucas Bandy, a graduate of Bandys High School, has...

We are excited to announce our next guest on the Catawba Chronicles podcast: Jeff Coffey, an inspiring individual who has achieved great success in various fields. From his basketball days playing with legends like Sleepy Floyd to becoming a su...

In this episode, host Oliver Connor sat down with Ryan Vasconcellos, the owner of Equipment Repair and Service NC, Inc., to discuss his journey in the equipment repair industry and the challenges he's faced along the way.

We can’t wait to introduce our next guest, Shelly Leatherman. Shelly Leatherman is an accomplished artist who has made a name for herself in the music industry. She is based in Nashville, Tennessee, where she works with music industry professio...

The latest episode of the Catawba Chronicles Podcast features Justin Brown, a creator known for his creativity and passion for creating engaging content. In this episode, Justin shares with us how his childhood in Catawba County played a pivota...

We speak with Brian Sigmon, a Catawba County native and author. Brian grew up in Catawba County and attended Bandys High School. He is best known for his novel, "Archimedes," which is now available on Amazon 

Carolina Cleaning Company is a full-service cleaning company that provides services to residential and commercial clients. They offer a wide range of services. The company is committed and strives to provide its clients with the highest client ...

Good Soles is a non-profit organization founded by Jeremy Coffey with a mission to help individuals transition out of homelessness by providing them with a pair of work shoes. This small but impactful gesture can make a huge difference in someo...

In the next episode of the Catawba Chronicles podcast, Johnny Beane from Beason Homes discusses building custom homes for the local community and what it took to get here.

 The Sherrills Ford Optimist is a community gem that provides a range of youth sports programs for kids. These programs promote physical activity and teamwork and teach kids valuable life skills such as optimism and resilience. 

If you're interested in learning more about the history of Catawba County, you'll want to check out the latest episode of "Catawba County Chronicles with Robert Eades." In this episode, Robert Eades touches on the county's past, sharing stories...

 Born and raised in Statesville in the 1970s, Charles initially pursued a career in medicine and graduated with a background in the field. After moving to Kiser Island, Charles opened a pharmacy in downtown Mooresville and was doing quite ...

I am excited to announce our next podcast episode, where I have the pleasure of chatting with Timmy Harper about his upbringing in Catawba County. Timmy shares with us his experiences growing up in this small townOne topic that we delve ...

Our second podcast episode featured Scott La Sala of Hella Farms, where we discussed the importance of sustainable agriculture and the innovative methods used by Hella Farms to produce fresh, organic meat.Scott shared with us how Hella F...