What happens when you mix whimsy, garden art, traditional and unique plants in historic neighborhoods together? You get the Davidson County Extension Master Gardener 2022 Garden Tour.
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Lipe addresses news release regarding discrimination lawsuit
Davidson Local reached out to Davidson County Schools (DCS) Superintendent Dr. Emily Lipe regarding an article published by Legal Aid NC. The article states their ‘Our Right to Education Project’ filed a federal complaint on March 22, 2022 on behalf of a 14-year-old Black girl who attends Oak Grove High School in Davidson County.
Davidson-Davie Summer Camps: registration is open
Want summer camps to keep your elementary, middle or high school students active all summer long? Would you want your student engaged and inspired in hands-on activities that could spark an interest in science and technology, community leadership, sports, or the arts?
County library policy comes under scrutiny for religious, political groups
A Davidson County library policy could be crossing the line after one mother alleges she was not allowed to set up her foster care display at an Easter egg hunt. Genevieve Traversy said a staff member pointed to a cross on her hat and shirt before referring to a policy that prohibits political and religious organizations from setting up on library property.
Lexington Senior High School principal resigns
Dr. Anitra D. Wells, superintendent of Lexington City Schools, confirmed that principal Gene Jones has resigned his position at Lexington Senior High School effective June 30, 2022. Wells wrote in a statement, “He indicated that his reason for resigning is for personal reasons.”
THS Employment Fair has business openings
Thomasville High School is need of businesses to attend their high school employment fair on Thursday, May 5.
LCS offering STEM camp this summer
All current 5th - 7th grade students please register for an exciting 2-week STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering, and Math) Camp that will focus on careers.
Novant offering free virtual lactation consultations
In efforts to support mothers around the clock, Novant Health has expanded its current lactation program by providing private, one-on-one video consultations between 7 p.m. and 7 a.m. daily.
Callicutt lands role at Disney
The magical world of Disney has been interwoven in Annabell Callicutt’s life since she was a child.
Book and goodies at Thump the Yard Easter Egg'Stravaganzga" Event
Thump the Yard Easter Egg'Stravaganzga" Event Saturday, April 16th.
Groundbreaking ceremony held for new LSHS field and track
Shovels were placed into the ground at Lexington Senior High School’s Philpott Memorial Stadium on Tuesday evening.
Women's History Month: Service organization provides essential items for middle school girls
The ladies of the Omicron Psi Omega chapter of Alpha Kappa Alpha (AKA) Sorority, Incorporated recently visited three local schools to make a special delivery.
Math 24 tournament held between LCS elementary students
Math 24 is a timed mental math game that promotes critical thinking skills in which students are charged with making the number 24 using the four numbers on game cards.
Davidson-Davie welcomes Phil Ford to campus, debut STORM Hall of Fame
Basketball legend Phil Ford will be on hand to celebrate Davidson-Davie’s first athletics Hall of Fame induction ceremony on Saturday, April 30. Tickets go on sale today at davidsondaviefoundation.org/hof.
South Lexington enrolling kindergarteners, taking pre-school apps
To enroll at South Lexington for kindergarten you must live in the city limits and your child must be 5 years old on or before August 31, 2022.
Davidson-Davie nominates Barker for leadership award
Joshua Barker is the Davidson-Davie nominee for the 2022 Governor Robert W. Scott Student Leadership Award.
TCS to hold recruiting event
Thomasville City Schools is hosting a career fair on Tuesday, March 22. There will be two sessions - from 9:30am. until noon and from 3:30p.m. until 6:00p.m.
Women's History Month: Educator praised for being a 'champion for children'
When Lisa Childress arrived at Bull City Ciderworks (BCC) on the afternoon of June 30, she did so under the disguise of having a moment to unwind with a friend to celebrate her retirement.
DCS board brief for Monday, March 7
The Davidson County Schools Board of Education held their monthly meeting on Monday, March 7.
New sports option connects high school gamers across the country and beyond
What if I told you that as a high school student you could compete in sports without lifting weights, traveling on a bus for competitions or even come into contact with your opponent? You probably wouldn’t believe me, right?