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A Thanksgiving Column: Finding My Voice… Again
Last Thanksgiving, Antionette Kerr was in a hospital bed receiving a blood transfusion after being airlifted—again. This year, she’s home, upright, and deeply grateful. Grateful for EMTs, doctors, neighbors, donated blood, and everyone who helped her make it through. She’s also frustrated after months of insurance delays that put her health at risk and believes real reform is urgently needed. She encourages anyone who can to donate blood—it truly saves lives.
How do we create a culture that ensures making of gifts to propel our society forward?
Shouldn't we inspire more curiosity so more skills and talent are developed in the future, I am working on legacy gifts for my grandkids. Why?
Op-Ed: Sports Complex Deserves Transparency by Andrew Ball
Ball writes: I support recreation. I support parks and growth. But recreation and responsibility are not the same thing, and we owe it to taxpayers to tell the truth about what documentation exists — and what does not.
Column: When Community Becomes a Verb
Join us for an evening of history, community, and connection!
Experience the PBS documentary American Coup: Wilmington 1898 and the Ebony Collective Holiday Market — featuring dinner, discussion, and local artisans — on Thursday, Nov. 13 at 5:30 p.m. at the Edward C. Smith Civic Center.
The Courage to Break Ranks: Chris Elliott’s Exit Leaves a Void in Local Leadership
Commissioner Chris Elliott has announced that he will not seek re-election at the end of his current term.
Column: When the Leaves Teach Us Something
Autumn reminds us that change can be the most beautiful chapter of all.
Matt Mizell: Real Unity, Not Conformity: Thinking for Ourselves
Davidson Local’s Practice: Columns by Local Politicians
At Davidson Local, we welcome columns written by local politicians. Our mission has always been to provide a free and trusted space for community voices, and that includes elected officials. We believe it matters for readers to hear directly from the people making decisions that shape Davidson County’s future.
Columns allow local leaders to explain their positions in their own words, share updates on city or county initiatives, and invite community dialogue. Publishing these voices doesn’t mean endorsement—we treat them as part of a balanced news ecosystem, alongside reporting, community commentary, and reader letters.
We edit only for clarity, length, and factual accuracy, but the perspectives belong to the authors themselves. Just like with letters and guest columns, the responsibility for content rests with the contributor. Our job is to make sure it reaches the community in a transparent and accessible way.
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.
Antionette's Column: Let's start a conspiracy
"Blessed is the season which engages the whole world in a conspiracy of love."
Column: Techie finds holiday joy using Artificial Intelligence
Joel Leonard is sharing how AI can help you create new holiday traditions this year.
Opinion: More than a car has been stolen from Joel Leonard
The Thorminator mobile is used for education programs to inspire students to pick up tools. Please help Joel find it.
Columnist Julie Thayer: Mother’s Day Events in Davidson County
While Davidson County is a humble group of cities, the possibilities are endless when creativity is everywhere! Why not take a chance, and enjoy our list of wonderful events this month?
GOP Chair: Chris Jessup
The last sentence in the Declaration of Independence states, “And for the support of this Declaration, with a firm reliance on the protection of divine Providence, we mutually pledge to each other our Lives, our Fortunes and our sacred Honor.”
Letters to the editor: Fraternal Order of Police (FOP) Lodge #97 extends thanks
The Davidson County Fraternal Order of Police(FOP) Lodge #97 responds to the shooting incident in the Denton, NC area last week.
Antionette's Column: Rumors, Confirmation Bias, Cancellations and Celebrations
Oh my! It was another big week for the Davidson Local team. Reporting the news is always exciting for our staff but the past few weeks added an extra layer of education.
Op Ed: My Tribute to Nichelle Nichols (1932-2022)
She was the third of six children, born on December 28, 1932 in Robbins, a suburb of Chicago
Dear Local Politicians: Thank YOU!
Regardless of what color you prefer - Dem Blue, Republican Red or Libertarian Green - we love that this primary campaign season showed your true hues. After spending two whole days of pounding the pavement for Davidson Local, I saw hugs and high fives that crossed divides and partisan boundaries. We need more of that!