A nonpartisan Mayoral Candidate Forum will take place on Friday, August 1 at 6:30 PM at the Central Recreation Center, located at 211 East Main Street.
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Three-Way Race for Thomasville Mayor Tops Packed 2025 Municipal Election Slate
Filing for the 2025 municipal elections has closed, setting the stage for several contested races across Davidson County. Thomasville’s mayoral race is heating up with a three-way contest between incumbent Raleigh York, current council member JacQuez Johnson, and former council member Wendy Sellers. Eleven candidates are also competing for four at-large city council seats. Races are also underway in Denton, Lexington, and local school boards, while Midway and Wallburg will see uncontested elections. Election Day is Nov. 4, with early voting starting Oct. 16.
Filing Opens July 7th for Davidson County’s 2025 Municipal Elections
Candidate filing for Davidson County’s 2025 municipal elections will open on Monday, July 7 at 8am and close on Friday, July 18 at 12:00 noon.
Nearly 500 Davidson County Voters Affected by Party Affiliation Changes
In Davidson County, voters affiliated with the Constitution Party (15 voters), Justice for All Party (13 voters), No Labels Party (425 voters), and We the People Party (42 voters) will be moved to Unaffiliated . Voters can still change their registration.
Local election filing July 7 and ends July 18
Candidate Filing for the 2025 Municipal Elections begins at 8:00am on July 7, 2025 at the Davidson County Board of Elections office located at 945 North Main Street, Suite A, Lexington, NC 27292. It will end promptly at 12 noon on July 18, 2025. Filing will only be open during regular business hours.
NC Supreme Court puts brakes on ballot dispute, leaving thousands of voters in Limbo
The legal Tug of War continues for N.C. Supreme Court halts decision requiring verification of 65,000 votes in tight judicial race. Almost 500 Davidson County voters could be impacted.
Davidson County Republicans to hold annual convention, elect new officers
The Davidson County Republican Party is set to hold its annual convention on Saturday, March 8th, 2025, at Mt. Zion Wesleyan Church, located at 222 Mt. Zion Church Road, Thomasville.
Opinion: The ongoing nightmare of NC tossing my vote
Impacted voters across the state are speaking out about the most recent attempt to toss out legitimate ballots.
"Mythbuster Monday" See accurate voting details
Davidson County residents can vote early until November 2nd. It’s important to be cautious of misinformation, as it can create confusion and undermine public trust in elections. With these posts, we aim to educate the public and serve as a reliable source of election information.
State Board of Elections appeals removal of Robert F. Kennedy Jr.
The State Board of Elections has appealed Friday’s order by the NC Court of Appeals, which required election officials to remove Robert F. Kennedy Jr.’s name from 2024 general election ballots and print new ones. The appeal was filed with the NC Supreme Court Friday afternoon.
Super Tuesday Surprises Local Officials: Davidson County BOE Primary results
Several races were determined in the Davidson County primary.
GOP anticipates turnout: March 5th primary will likely elect county commissioners
A primary for commissioners and other seats will be held on March 5.
Davidson County Board of Elections to meet on elections process
The Davidson County Board of Elections will meet Tuesday, January 9, 2024 at 6:00 PM at the Board Office located at 945 N Main Street, Suite A, Lexington, NC 27292.Board meetings are open to the public.
Press Release: Donald Trump Jr. to be featured at Davidson County Lincoln Reagan Dinner
The Davidson County Republican Party proudly unveils the grandeur of the upcoming 2024 elections set to take place on February 21st, 2024
BOE clarifies: March primaries will be held for slate of Republican commissioners
There will be a March primary election for county commissioners. With no other parties represented, the top three winners of Davidson County’s Republican primary will determine the newly elected county commissioners.
Standing room only at city council swearing in
New council members are sworn in as two who have served step down.
Davidson County Board of Elections to hear public comments on early voting dates
Sunday early voting dates will be determined by the NC State Board of Elections. All public comments must be submitted by 5 p.m. on December 15, 2023.
Will Election Day voting also trend upward?
The Board of Elections is preparing for busy days for Lexington City precincts and Thomasville precincts.
Political Opinion: Statement from mayor Jason Hayes
There are so many positive things that are happening in our community that are the result of previous administrations, city management, and importantly our current City Council’s ability to capitalize on current opportunities and build relationships. Our intentional commitment to both economic development and equity are not mutually exclusive.
Early voting numbers are higher than last municipal election, according to B.O.E
Election Day, Tuesday, Nov. 7, is slated to bring a larger turnout than past municipal elections. Early voting in Davidson County is on the rise according to the local Board of Elections. The early voting period began Oct.19 and will end Nov. 4.