Felipe Henriquez, who founded Henriquez Pizza in Thomasville in September 2019, opened a second location in Denton in June.
All in Business
Caterer pivots to home-delivered meals
When the pandemic put most people on stay-at-home orders in March 2020, Kathleen Watson, chef/ proprietor of Cuisine Kathleen, quickly pivoted from catering jobs for special events to home-delivered meals.
Chamber's Summer Sounds concert is NOW free
The Lexington Area Chamber announced: “With COVID restrictions lifted, we now have the opportunity to open the concert up without restricting the number of attendees with ticket sales! Admission is now FREE for everyone!!!” The one day concert event will be held on August 14th from 4pm to 10pm at the Breeden Insurance Amphitheater.
New shop offers vintage video games, consoles
While the pandemic has hurt a lot of businesses, it has actually stimulated sales growth in the video game sector.
A farming dream turned reality at Seven Sisters Farm
As a child we all have dreams of becoming something big when we grow up, like a rockstar, veterinarian or doctor. At the age of three, Janice Fine, owner of The Seven Sisters Farm, drew a picture that said “when I grow up I want to be a farmer” and the journey began.
Nominate a small business for the Chamber Awards
The Lexington and Thomasville Chamber of Commerces are now accepting nominations for their 2021 Small Business of the Year Award!
Lingerie shop opens in Uptown Lexington
A lingerie shop is among several new and unique businesses that have recently opened in Uptown Lexington.
Steps to Healthier Homes
Local builder Zane Matthews talks about Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Healthy Home Initiative Program to assist income-qualified households increase health outcomes through the installation/repair of health and safety measures at the customer’s residence. Keep it: Dry, Clean, Pest Free, Ventilated, Safe, Contaminant Free, Maintained.
Parrott named one of the best places to work
At Parrott Benefit Group, the phrase “we’re a family” can be heard often. And now they have the recognition and hardware to prove it.
Subcontractors needed for Uptown project
In 2020, it was announced that the tallest building in Uptown Lexington was going to be demolished. The First National Bank (FNB) location (formerly the Lexington State Bank headquarters) on the corner of W. First Ave. and State St. is being replaced with a one-story building.
New Thomasville retailer features American artisans
BL Maker’s Market in Thomasville features products from more than 100 American artisans.
Road closure for Davidson County
A section of a Davidson County road will be closed while a pair of drainage pipes that run beneath are replaced.
Uptown Lexington earns accreditation
Uptown Lexington was included as the North Carolina Main Street & Rural Planning Center of the North Carolina Department of Commerce announced that 52 North Carolina communities have been designated as a 2021 Accredited Main Street America™ program.
Crafting class to benefit youth in foster care
Craftabull, a company that focuses on crafting with benefits, is partnering with Goose and the Monkey Brewhouse in Lexington for a fun and family friendly pint glass etching class.
Uptown Lexington Summer Strolls 2021
Uptown Lexington, Inc. will host four Summer Strolls from May through August. The four Summer Strolls, which have been held only on Friday evenings in the past, will kick off Saturday, May 22 for the Shoppin’ Streatery!
Five years of bull, brew and possibly eating a shoe
Bull City Ciderworks recently announced the official grand reopening of its Lexington, NC location after a nearly year-long renovation during COVID-19. Organizers say the public event on May 15 will feature music and food trucks to celebrate the five-year anniversary of the Lexington Tap Room and Production Center. Entry is free to the public.
N.C. households can get help with monthly internet bills from federal program
North Carolinians can get critical help to pay for high-speed internet from a $3.2 billion federal program opening in May for families and households working, learning and shopping from home during the COVID-19 pandemic.
What’s old is new again at Hardware and Roses
Arianna Lester hoped she would be celebrating her first anniversary in business with Hardware and Roses at this point but the global pandemic delayed her store’s opening by several months.
Parrott Insurance celebrate milestone anniversary
Laughter was the main entrée on the menu Monday, April 26 as the past owners, current owners and employees of Parrott Insurance & Benefits gathered to reminisce over their four decades of service and commitment.
River House Emporium has new owners
The new owners of River House Emporium, an antique and home décor store at 23 S. Main St. in Lexington, will celebrate their grand reopening at the shop at 11 a.m. Saturday.