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The hickory tree can be found worldwide, including in the eastern United States and North Carolina. Its wood is heavy and strong, which can make it difficult to work with hand tools, as well as having a tendency to split.
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Hickory is often used for furniture making and building home interior objects like cabinetry, flooring, and handles.
Haywood Community College has a rich history, located in the mountains of Western North Carolina. From the support of a few key partners and the community as a whole, HCC has survived and thrived over the years educating people of all ages in Haywood County.
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