Both former Davidson County resident Molly Corbett and her father, Thomas Martens will be released from custody on June 06, 2024 according to information released by The North Carolina Department of Adult Corrections.
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Family objects to the idea alleged killer may plead insanity to murder charge
The family of the shooting victims on Virginia Drive do not think the accused shooter should be allowed to plead insanity in the murder charge against him.
Press Release: Davidson County Sheriff searches for silver Ford Escape
Davidson County Sheriff’s offices searches for silver Ford Escape wanted in felony case.
Press Release: Fentanyl toxicity death results in murder charge
Sunday, September 3, 2023, Ian Eugene Butler, who was already in the custody of the Davidson County Detention Center, was served with a warrant for arrest charging him with one count of 2nd-degree murder and one count of death by distribution.
Preserving Dunbar: Preservation NC takes ownership, plans next steps
In July, it was announced that the former Dunbar High School building on Smith Ave. would be undergoing a transfer of ownership.
Diocese of Charlotte to donate Dunbar School to Preservation North Carolina in continued partnership for redevelopment, community benefit
Preservation North Carolina, in partnership with the Catholic Diocese of Charlotte, is pleased to announce the diocese’s donation of the historic Dunbar School in Lexington to the nonprofit organization, to help ensure the landmark is thoughtfully renovated and preserved for generations.
Preservation NC in process of receiving donated Dunbar School property, city will maintain park
On Monday, June 26, the Lexington City Council entered into a lease agreement with Preservation North Carolina (Preservation NC). The contract allows the city to continue operating Old Dunbar School Park as a city park.
Preserving Dunbar: Former school building still in wait and see mode
Two years after plans for the once Black high school were revealed, the former school building is still sitting and awaiting its fate. In December, we shared with readers the latest information we had regarding Dunbar. Almost a year later, not much has changed.
County library policy comes under scrutiny for religious, political groups
A Davidson County library policy could be crossing the line after one mother alleges she was not allowed to set up her foster care display at an Easter egg hunt. Genevieve Traversy said a staff member pointed to a cross on her hat and shirt before referring to a policy that prohibits political and religious organizations from setting up on library property.
Black History Month: A Preserving Dunbar photo gallery (Part 4)
Every Sunday during the month of February, Davidson Local will publish a photo gallery showcasing and highlighting the lives of Black residents in Davidson County, before integration.
Black History Month: A Preserving Dunbar photo gallery (Part 3)
Every Sunday during the month of February, Davidson Local will publish a photo gallery showcasing and highlighting the lives of Black residents in Davidson County, before integration.
Black History Month: A Preserving Dunbar photo gallery (Part 2)
Every Sunday during the month of February, Davidson Local will publish a photo gallery showcasing and highlighting the lives of Black residents in Davidson County, before integration.
Black History Month: Preserving Dunbar
In April 2021, we launched our first investigative series focused on the history of the institutions which once, during segregation, educated only Black students in Lexington.
Black History Month: A Preserving Dunbar photo gallery
Every Sunday during the month of February, Davidson Local will publish a photo gallery showcasing and highlighting the lives of Black residents in Davidson County, before integration.
Preserving Dunbar: Conflicting stories over building’s future emerges
A controversial project that planted many residents who live near Dunbar School on opposite sides of the spectrum from city of Lexington representatives is once again making headlines.
#DLYearInReview: Preserving Dunbar
Our first investigative series focused on the history of the institutions which once, during segregation, educated only Black students in Lexington.
Opposing viewpoints emerge regarding Patriot Village
Conflicting accounts have emerged from the current owner of The Bellamy on Sixth (formerly Patriot Village) and the former property manager of Patriot Village.
Veterans question rent hikes and evictions at former Patriot Village
Present and previous residents, of an apartment complex formerly established to house eligible homeless and disabled veterans are confused, aggravated and perplexed by recent events that have taken place in what was once known as Patriot Village.
Preserving Dunbar: School conversion won't take place in 2021
The plan to convert Dunbar School on Smith Ave. into affordable, senior housing has encountered a setback.
Preserving Dunbar: The Culture and Legacy
In Lexington, the name Dunbar is synonymous with history, pride, community, education, dedication and winning. Before integration in 1968, Black students were educated at schools bearing the name Dunbar.