From local sororities to organizations that seek to preserve controversial aspects of history, our first week of celebrating local women was quite colorful.
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Dr. Maya Angelou quarters are tough to find locally
Due to a coin shortage, local banks say they are unable to supply rolls of Dr. Maya Angelou quarters. Look for these special coins in regular circulation. Dr. Maya Angelou, the poet, actress, author and civil rights activist known around the world, discovered her passion for teaching at Wake Forest University.
Every cookie has a mission, to help girls do great things.
Every year, for just a few months Girl Scouts sell cookies to support the adventures they want to achieve.
Black History Month Salute: Lockhart's legacy shines spotlight on Montford Point Marines
For me, this article is personal.
How could it not be? It’s about one of my favorite persons
Black History Month: A Preserving Dunbar photo gallery (Part 3)
Every Sunday during the month of February, Davidson Local will publish a photo gallery showcasing and highlighting the lives of Black residents in Davidson County, before integration.
Black History Month: Hairston legacy continues
The Hairston Family in one of the most colorful stories in Black History in Davidson County and beyond.
Black History Month: Celebrating five decades of love - The Richards'
During the week we celebrate love, we’re honored to share snippets of local couples that inspire many throughout the community.
Black History Month: African American Love
Black history should be all year, 24/7 actually.
Black History Month: Celebrating six decades of love - The Pittman's
On the day we celebrate love, we’re honored to share snippets of local couples that inspire many throughout the community.
Black History Month: A Preserving Dunbar photo gallery (Part 2)
Every Sunday during the month of February, Davidson Local will publish a photo gallery showcasing and highlighting the lives of Black residents in Davidson County, before integration.
Black History Month: Preserving Dunbar
In April 2021, we launched our first investigative series focused on the history of the institutions which once, during segregation, educated only Black students in Lexington.
Black History Month: Museum aims to share the stories of local African Americans
The Davidson County Historical Museum is in the process of curating a new exhibit.
Black History Month: Friends establish first biking club of its kind
If you see a group of women cruising through town on various types of motorcycles, chances are you may have passed the Dominant Divas Riding Club.
Black History Month: Cassidy's Creative Corner - Black Achievements
February is Black History Month! I believe this is a great time to honor and focus on Black achievements.
Black History Month: Lexington recognizes gamechangers
On Sunday afternoon, February 6, the City of Lexington hosted ‘Black History Month with Love.
MLK Oratorical Contest winners awarded
The MLK Oratorical Contest had 8 students from 7 different high schools, speaking on the theme 'No More Business as Usual'.
Black History Month: A Preserving Dunbar photo gallery
Every Sunday during the month of February, Davidson Local will publish a photo gallery showcasing and highlighting the lives of Black residents in Davidson County, before integration.
A Preserving Dunbar Photo Gallery: Alumni and former staff honored at LSHS game
On Tuesday evening, February 1, Dunbar 4th St. and Dunbar High School alumni and former staff were recognized during the halftime of Lexington Senior High School’s (LSHS) boys basketball game against West Davidson.
MLK Oratorical Contest to be held Saturday after snow delays
After several snow delays, students from across North Carolina will finally orate in a competition to be held in person and virtually on Saturday at 3 pm. Click here for the virtual link.
MLK event focuses on prayer, planning, equity and service
The Davidson County Democratic Party hosted the second (virtual due to COVID) annual Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. Coffee & Tea Unity Prayer on Monday, January 17.