Due to unforeseen circumstances, the #lovelocalworkers event was postponed to Spring 2023! Please stay tuned for exciting announcements for free events in the upcoming months.
All in Business
Downsizing: Staying mindful of your family history by Melissa Darr
So as one begins downsizing, sorting items to give to family remember "tell the story". That's more valuable in most cases than the item itself.
Canadian packaging company to expand U.S. operations in Thomasville
Imaflex USA, Inc., a flexible packaging manufacturer, will add 37 new jobs in Davidson County, Governor Roy Cooper announced today. The company will invest up to $15 million for a major building expansion along with capital equipment for its U.S. production site in Thomasville.
This week at the Farmers Markets
This week at the markets.
Careers: Hospice of Davidson County
Did you know that Hospice of Davidson County offers full food services for patients and their families? When patients are cared for at the Hinkle Hospice House, they are provided 3 fresh meals a day. Families can also partake in the meal options as they spend time with their loved ones.
Sights from Davidson Local's FIRST Press Pass Dinner!
Davidson Local held its very first Press Pass Dinner on Saturday, August 28th 2022! Thanks to all who supported or gave a contribution to FREE Local News!
Local Workers Appreciation event postponed
An event celebrating local workers on September 5th is being postponed to Spring 2023!
Davidson County is getting its first intercity bus service
Davidson County is getting its first intercity bus service that will connect the county to several other cities across the state on a daily basis. Sunway Charters, based in Winston-Salem, has started a mid-state express service from Winston-Salem to Fayetteville with stops in Lexington, High Point, Asheboro, Siler City and Sanford.
Press Pass Dinner Ticketholders: We look forward to seeing you tonight!
We look forward to seeing everyone tonight! We’re excited to introduce our first, foodie and hyperlocal evening of culture, food and conversation with chef Michael Morefield @ Rustic Roots on Main in Lexington. This mouthwatering event begins at 6 pm on Saturday, August 27th.
Seniors’ Day at the County Agricultural Fair: Senator Jarvis
Davidson County Senior Services, in partnership with the Lexington Kiwanis Club, is hosting the Annual Seniors’ Day at the County Agricultural Fair. The date will be September 22 at the Davidson County Fairgrounds, 400 Greensboro St. Ext. The gates will open at 9:00 a.m., and admission is free for all seniors 55 and older.
DIVE INTO THE WORLD OF WINE: Davidson Davie Community College
This 6-week class, beginning on Sept. 13, will cover the basics of viticulture and enology.
DDAC hosts signing ceremony for the class of 2026
Laura Brown, EGGER Wood Products, Christopher Maynard, EGGER Wood Products, Audrey Skeen, EGGER Wood Products, Austin Fulk, EGGER Wood Products. Second row: Aydin Campbell, Mohawk, Rene Slaughter, EGGER Wood Products, Noah Myers, EGGER Wood Products, Luke Fisher, EGGER Wood Products, Daniel Overcash, EGGER Wood Product, Gavin Clement, EGGER Wood Products, Davis Temple, EGGER Wood Products, and Kelby Leonard, CPM Wolverine Proctor.
Know your Farmers: Leonard Farm offers naturally grown food
Tracy Leonard is a carpenter by trade but a farmer at heart. You could say it’s in his blood since he can trace back his family of Davidson County farmers to 1729.
DL Weekend Update: Stories behind the stories - 8/20/22
Here’s what’s been happening behind the stories this week…
Changes underway at some Uptown Lexington businesses
Two uptown businesses relocating and expanding, while another has a new name and owner and one large anchor store has closed.
Know Your Farmers: Garden Window Farm increases bio-diversity in Denton
After years of working in restaurants and retail management he knew he wanted to start his own business. Due to low start up costs and his passion for great food he started a food truck business. His menu relied on high quality ingredients and focused on simplicity that allowed the ingredients to shine. He wanted to source his ingredients locally however it became very difficult. Small farms were hard to come by in the area of Colorado where he and his wife resided at the time, this caused him to become interested in what it would take to grow his own ingredients. “I had a little experience with gardening from helping my mom and grandma in the garden when I was a kid, but I knew I had a lot I needed to learn,” he says.
Local Works: Local groups host free Labor Day celebration
Several state-wide and local groups are coming together to celebrate local workers on Monday, September 5th! Stay tuned for more details.
DDCA hosting signing ceremony for incoming class
The Davidson and Davie Apprenticeship Consortium (DDAC) will hold its annual apprentice signing ceremony Friday, August 19, 6 p.m. at the Mary E. Rittling Conference Center on the Davidson-Davie Community College, Davidson Campus.
Market for collectibles spurs new businesses uptown
Collectors of diecast cars and trading card games can find what they’re looking for in uptown Lexington.