January is filled with local events to fill your social calendar.
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Alert: Positive skunk marks first local rabies case in 2024
The Davidson County Health Department has received lab results confirming the first positive rabies case in Davidson County in 2024.
Davidson County’s Public Library January events
Every year as the clock strikes midnight on New Year's Eve, we all welcome the upcoming year and anticipate the possible challenges, accomplishments, and overall potential that it holds.
Polar Plungers take a leap to benefit Davidson Prison Ministry
Davidson Prison Ministry makes a big splash at their 2023 Polar Plunge
Silver Valley Civitans celebrate 57 years of gift giving
The 2023 Silver Valley’s Civitan Project Santa finished the 57th edition of gift distribution with help from NUCOR.
Lifestyles: Locals rediscover 'The Color Purple'
Based on the 1982 Pulitzer-Prize winning novel, the second film adaptation of Walker’s colorful take on sisterhood dominated the box office with an $18 million opening on Monday. Local ties bring special attention to the film.
Light Up the Block contest shines bright with 2023 Winners
The city of Lexington announces Light Up the Block 2023 Winners.
Column: The majesty of the stained glass at St. Stephen UMC of Lexington
St. Stephen United Methodist Church in Uptown Lexington is adorned with numerous colorful stained glass windows that have a very regal presence and a story of their own.
Year-in-Review: Lexington Chapter of Delta Sigma Theta celebrates 38 years
This year, the organization has been active in the community partaking in an array of endeavors.
Press Release: National Wreaths Across America Day ceremonies to be held at area cemeteries
Wreath laying ceremonies will be held on Saturday, December 16, 2023 at various locations.
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Press Release: Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. Art Exhibition and Gallery event celebrates Civil Rights
All youth artists, from K-2nd grade; 3rd -5th; 6th -8th to 9th–12th grade, are invited to participate. Entries will be categorized by age groups and judged by a panel of local artists. Artwork should focus on themes related to the Civil Rights Movement of 1964 or Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr’s life. Submissions must be completed labeled with name, grade, and school name (not required) and delivered to teachers, afterschool directors, or dropped off at the Arts Theater 202 by January 5, 2024.
Press Release: Lexington Book Festival receives community engagement grant
The upcoming Lexington Book Festival will take place on Saturday, March 9, 2024, at Arts Davidson County at 202 North Main Street in Lexington. This book festival is made possible by a grant from North Carolina Humanities, a statewide nonprofit and the state affiliate of the National Endowment for the Humanities.
Press Release: Chair City Christmas Dec. 15th
The event will take place on Main Street from 6-8 PM on December 15. The mission of this event is to provide a free, fun, and family-friendly gathering,
Davidson County Sheriff’s Office participate in state Tree of Life Vigil
On Dec 1, 2023, Detectives with the Davidson County Sheriff’s Office Traffic & Criminal Enforcement Unit attended the 26th Annual Tree of Life Candlelight Vigil. The Vigil took place on the grounds of the State Capitol Building in Raleigh to honor those killed in traffic crashes on North Carolina roads.
Advocates for Charles McNeair to join rally outside Governor's mansion
On December 9, Advocates for Charles McNeair will join with Decarcerate Now, a coalition of activists that is part of ACLU of North Carolina, to hold a rally outside Cooper’s mansion in Raleigh. Republished with permission by The Assembly.
NAACP to host 37th annual Freedom Fund Banquet Jan. 13
Tickets are on sale for the Thirty-Sixth annual Freedom Fund Banquet, honoring the life and legacy of Rev. Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. The banquet will be held Saturday at 5 p.m. on January 13, 2024 at Commons on the Green located at 200 Country Club Blvd in Lexington. The speakers for this year's banquet will be Thomas and Tina Wyatt, owners of T & T Counseling & Consultation Services.
Column: Lexington native Cory Holt set to emcee first Men of Valor program
Holt attended Hargrave Military Academy, before enrolling at Virginia Tech University, where he lettered four years on the football team - winning 3 ACC Championships.
Meals on Wheels to host the 2nd Annual Fundraiser at Christo’s Dec. 12th
This fundraiser will help immensely to reach recipients of meals are typically at least 62 years old. In 2022, Meals on Wheels provided over 19,000 meals. The fundraiser will be held at Christos on Main St. and Cotton Grove Rd. December 12, 2023 from 10 a.m. to 9 p.m. eat in and take out,
Hospice to host Annual Night of Reflection, Dec 7th
On Thursday, Dec. 7th, from 5-7 p.m. Hospice welcomes the public to campus for this special time to remember passed loved ones.