Several of the sites listed on the state's warming shelter page have closed or are fully occupied.
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Press Release: Annual Point-In-Time Count Begins January 29, 2025
From January 29 – February 4, 2025, organizations and street outreach teams will be connecting with individuals experiencing homelessness to help them get counted and provide them with a resource bag. Please see this year's flyer for events throughout the week.
Thomasville Warming Centers open for families to escape below freezing temps
Starting January 1st, Ministries in Thomasville will open overnight Emergency Warming Centers to provide shelter during the coldest nights of the year.
The Unseen Battle: Homeless veterans struggle for shelter and support
While the image of a hero in uniform often evokes respect and admiration, the plight of homeless veterans remains an invisible, yet pressing, issue within our communities.
Sheriff's office makes arrest based on NC Sex Offender Registry Violation
On Monday, Nov. 20th, 2023 Stephen Grady was taken into custody where he was served with an outstanding warrant for his arrest. The warrant was issued for Felony Sex offender unlawfully on the premises due to residing within 1,000 feet within Lexington Senior High School. He received a $5,000 secured bond and was placed into the Davidson County Detention Center.
Editorial: Temps fall and High Rock Church rises to help
This weekend, our community was met with below-freezing temperatures, and many wanted to remain in the warm comfort of homes. What about those without a home?
High Rock Church: Emergency shelter during cold nights
High Rock Church of Lexington is opening our church building to serve as a warm shelter during the extreme weather that is coming. We will open the doors at 9 pm Friday Night, December 23rd and Saturday night December 24th. On Saturday and Sunday mornings we will close the building at 9 am.