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Crossings Farm: Farming with Intent
Crossings Farm produces healthy food while preserving the land that their family has cherished for over 200 years. Their family motto is “Bringing family, farming and community together”. They believe that farming and the act of working outside together is enjoyable and fulfilling, especially when friends and family come together.
Eat. Drink. Restaurant Week: Coming soon
In collaboration with our friends at the Winston-Salem Journal, Davidson Local is a proud Local Media Sponsor of the delicious week!
Davidson-Davie Small Business Center director shares vision
In early August, Sharon Styffe took the helm as the Davidson-Davie Community College director of the Small Business Center to help provide support and guidance to local owners. Styffe describes her role as helping local businesses connect passion with a wealth of resources.
Labor Day event postponed, look for activities in the future
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.
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.