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Pumpkins are popping up on porches, costumes are being stitched together, and Halloween celebrations are taking shape across Davidson County. From family farm fun to downtown trick-or-treat events, communities are preparing for weekends packed with fall festivities leading into October 31.
Davidson County native and publisher Antionette Kerr reflects on faith, love, and laughter as she marks another year around the sun. In her latest column, she shares birthday lessons born of small-town roots, barbecue smoke, and the enduring grace that carries her — raven and all — down life’s backroads.
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During the month of July 2025, the Davidson County Sheriff’s Office received multiple reports regarding the theft of building materials from residential construction sites, particularly those involving newly constructed homes. Detectives with the Criminal Investigations Division conducted an investigation, which led to the arrest of two suspects, Guillermo Trujillo Garcia and Kayla Danielle Hernandez.
During the meeting on Tuesday, several committee members vented frustration on the lack of progress, stating they have met for several years and have yet to come up with a clear plan on how to spend these funds.
Lillian Koontz, director of the Davidson County Health Department, said she proposed the idea of hiring a coordinator for the opioid settlement funds over a year ago.
The Davidson County Commissioners denied rezoning 358 acres in Southmont from residential agriculture, single-family residential to community recreational during its meeting on Monday.
To Flip The Script on Aging Senior Services feature of the month is set for Wednesday, May 28, from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m., at the Hunter Family Amphitheater in Pace Park, Thomasville. This free event for residents aged 55 and older will feature live music by Davis Tucker, games, door prizes, and a complimentary bag lunch. Registration is required by May 22 interested participants can call 336-242-2290 to sign up.
The proposed Amendment 1 will be discussed at the Board of Commissioners meeting on Monday, April 14, at 6 PM at the Governmental Center in Lexington.
Today, HODC serves over 175 patients daily across residential homes, nursing homes, and skilled care facilities. The Hinkle Hospice House alone provides acute care for over 200 patients annually. Beyond patient care, more than 3,000 individuals annually receive grief and loss support through one-on-one counseling, group therapy and specialized programming.
Save Me a Seat, co-written with Sarah Weeks, is a favorite among young readers.
The Davidson County Commissioners approved adding six new social worker and related positions in the Department of Social Services in anticipation of an increase in case loads this year.
Davidson County Board of Commissioners will meet at 6 p.m. on Monday, December 16th
The N.C. Senate has given final approval to the state’s newly revised budget. Sen. Steve Jarvis helped secure over $64 million for Davidson County.
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