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We Love Hickory, NC Exploring what makes this area such a special place to live, work, and visit.

We Love Hickory ❤️ Showcasing local businesses, restaurants, events, hidden gems, real estate, and community life across Hickory, Lake Hickory, and the Catawba Valley.

10/31/2026

There’s Always Something to LOVE About Downtown Hickory!

We’re continuing our journey through downtown Hickory, and today we’re showcasing seven more businesses that help make our downtown such a wonderful place to visit!

Whether you’re looking for a little retail therapy, a unique gift, a delicious meal, or a fun night out, downtown Hickory has something for everyone!

Today’s featured stops:

📍 Lou Lou’s Corner
📍 Notions
📍 Ella Blu
📍 The Natural Olive
📍 The Jazz Club
📍 Olde Hickory Taproom
📍 Dash Home + Kitchen

One of the things we love most about Hickory is the incredible variety of locally owned businesses, each bringing something special to our community.

The next time you’re downtown, take a little extra time to wander, explore, and step inside somewhere new. You might just discover your next favorite place!

Let’s hear from you! Which of these seven businesses is your favorite? Have you visited them all?

Let’s keep shopping local, supporting our neighbors, and celebrating everything that makes Hickory such a great place to call home!

10/30/2026

Discover More of Historic Harris Arcade!

There’s so much to love about Downtown Hickory, and today we’re shining the spotlight on two more local businesses tucked inside the historic Harris Arcade!

First up is The Charmed Table: Mahjong Collective, where the timeless game of mahjong brings people together for fun, friendship, and a little friendly competition! Whether you’re familiar with the game or curious about learning, it’s all about making connections and enjoying time together.

Next, we’re stopping by Willow + Fox, a charming gift shop filled with unique finds and thoughtful gifts. It’s the kind of place where you can discover something special for a friend, a loved one, or even yourself!

These are the small businesses that give Downtown Hickory its personality and charm. Behind every storefront is a dream, a passion, and someone helping make our community a wonderful place to live, work, and explore.

Have you visited either of these Harris Arcade businesses yet? We’d love to hear about your experience!

Let’s keep discovering, sharing, and supporting the places that make Hickory special.

Because there’s always something new to love about Hickory!

10/28/2026

🌼 Morning Motivation | A Little Self-Care Goes a Long Way!

Sometimes, the best way to start your day is by slowing down and appreciating the little things that make life sweeter.

Today, we’re taking a peek inside The Untamed Daisy, where handcrafted lotions, soaps, body scrubs, bath bombs, and more turn everyday routines into little moments of luxury!

There’s something special about shopping small, discovering handmade treasures, and supporting the creativity and passion behind a local business.

Your morning reminder: Taking care of yourself isn’t selfish. It’s how you recharge, refresh, and show up as your best self for the people and things you love.

So today, give yourself permission to enjoy something simple that makes you smile!

🌼 Have you visited The Untamed Daisy yet? Tell me your favorite way to treat yourself!

10/26/2026

☀️ MORNING MOTIVATION | 10 Places, One Amazing Downtown! ❤️

What makes a town special? It’s not just the buildings, the streets, or the places we visit. It’s the people, the passion, and the dreams behind every door.

This morning, I’m taking you on a little stroll through Downtown Hickory, highlighting 10 places that help give our community its unique personality! ❤️

📍 Fan Fair

📍 Far Out Records

📍 Backwoods Bakery & Bagels

📍 Hickory General Store

📍 Bottega

📍 Aqua B

📍 Azalea Design + Craft

📍 Lowe’s City Park

📍 Hickory Community Theatre

📍 Thistle Dew Nicely Florals

From local shops and creative spaces to entertainment and peaceful places to gather, there’s so much to appreciate right here in our hometown.

✨ Today’s motivation: Never underestimate the difference you make simply by showing up, supporting others, and investing in your community. Small actions create strong communities!

Whether you’re building a business, chasing a dream, or simply finding joy in the little things, remember that every great story starts somewhere.

❤️ Shop local. Support local. Love where you live.

Now it’s your turn! Which of these 10 places is your favorite? And what downtown gem should I feature next? 👇

I’m Tami Fox with True North Realty, helping you move forward with purpose.

10/25/2026

❤️ Good Sunday Morning, Hickory! ☀️

A morning walk into Union Square is a wonderful reminder of just how special our downtown really is.

The familiar streets, local businesses, beautiful gathering spaces, and sense of community make Hickory a place I’m proud to call home.

As we start another Sunday, here’s a little encouragement: Slow down, appreciate where you are, and remember that even the smallest steps can lead to wonderful things.

Sometimes the best part of the journey is simply enjoying where your feet are planted. 🍂

What’s your favorite thing about spending time in Downtown Hickory?

10/24/2026

🍁 Morning Motivation | Fall in Downtown Hickory 🎃

There’s something special about fall in Downtown Hickory! 🍂

From the beautiful autumn decorations around town to the costumes, laughter, and Halloween fun at Monster Mash with True North Realty, our community knows how to celebrate the season! 🎃👻

This morning’s reminder: Life is made up of moments. Slow down, enjoy the season, make memories, and find joy in the little things. ❤️

Here’s to small-town charm, community connections, and making every season count!

🍁 Keep moving forward with purpose!

10/23/2026

🍁 Good Morning from Downtown Hickory! ☀️

There’s something about fall that reminds us just how beautiful change can be.

The air gets a little cooler, the leaves begin to turn, and even the streets we walk every day seem to have a little extra magic. 🍂

This morning, I’m taking you on a walk from True North Realty toward Union Square, right through the heart of a town I love.

Over the next few days, I’ll be sharing 10 Things I Love About Fall in Hickory! ❤️

Sometimes we get so busy chasing what’s next that we forget to appreciate what’s right in front of us.

✨ Today’s Morning Motivation: Slow down. Look around. Find the beauty in the season you’re in. Every season brings something worth celebrating.

And for me, there’s no better place to enjoy this one than right here in Hickory, North Carolina.

❤️ The Town That Made Me.

What’s YOUR favorite thing about fall in Hickory? 🍁

10/07/2026

There’s something special about walking through downtown and seeing the doors opening, the lights coming on, and another day beginning in our community. ❤️

Behind every storefront is a story. A dream. Someone who took a chance, put in the work, and chose Hickory as the place to build something.

And every time we shop local, eat local, recommend a favorite business, or simply tell someone about a place we love, we’re helping those stories continue.

So today’s challenge is simple: notice your community.

Walk through a shop you’ve never visited. Say hello. Grab a cup of coffee. Tell a friend about a local business you love.

Because Hickory isn’t just a place on the map.

It’s home—and we make it better when we support each other. ❤️

📍 Downtown Hickory, NC

10/06/2026

🍂✨ Fall nights just hit differently in Downtown Hickory.

The lights are glowing, the air is getting cooler, and downtown has that cozy fall feeling that makes you want to slow down and enjoy it for a little while.

Sometimes the best parts of our community aren’t the big events or special occasions. They’re the simple moments—a nighttime walk, beautiful lights, familiar streets, and appreciating the place we get to call home. ❤️

This is Hickory in the fall, and we love it.

What’s your favorite thing about Downtown Hickory this time of year? 🍁

05/13/2026

Behind the scenes in real estate, there is a lot more than opening doors.

We study market trends.
We visit neighborhoods.
We watch pricing, inventory, and buyer activity.

Because when we sit down with clients, we want to bring more than opinions.

We want to bring insight, strategy, and real local knowledge.

That is what helps our clients make confident decisions.

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