All in First Responders
At approximately 7:30 p.m. on Monday, an officer with the Lexington Police Department was on patrol in the area of West Fifth Avenue and Southbound Avenue and observed a white male standing on the bridge overlooking the railroad tracks. The officer reported that the male jumped from the bridge railing landing on the tracks below.
In her short but remarkable time with the department, Laura became a standout leader, particularly as the Hands-Only CPR Committee Lead. Her commitment to saving lives was not just professional—it was personal. Laura was responsible for seven documented CPR saves during her career, a testament to her quick thinking, skill, and calm under pressure.
The Triad Chill is returning with a unique fundraising opportunity for individuals, organizations and businesses to support Special Olympics NC by jumping into the frigid water at Wet’n Wild Emerald Pointe on Feb. 25.
Whether comforting first responders after tough calls or offering solace to those affected by traumatic events, Doc is here to serve.
A generous donation in time for the busy holiday season. {Photo by South Lexington Fire Department}
The Lexington Fire Department will be live on Facebook on Wednesday, October 2 at 11:00 a.m. to introduce Luna. Luna is a 'Comfort K9' who will provide companionship and emotional support for firefighters who experience high levels of stress and trauma in their line of work.
A generous donation in time for the busy holiday season. {Photo by South Lexington Fire Department}
Holly Hill Memorial Park is hosting a candlelight prayer service on October 10th at 6 pm for those affected by Hurricane Helene and all first responders. Hurricane Helene, a Category 4 storm, made landfall on September 26th in Florida’s Big Bend, causing a 500-mile path of destruction with deadly force, catastrophic flooding, damaging winds and power outages.
The Lexington Fire Department will be live on Facebook on Wednesday, October 2 at 11:00 a.m. to introduce Luna. Luna is a 'Comfort K9' who will provide companionship and emotional support for firefighters who experience high levels of stress and trauma in their line of work.
The Davidson County Sheriff’s Office has issued two separate scam alerts to the citizens of Davidson County.
Lightning caused a fire which damaged the steeple of Grace Missionary Baptist Church in Tyro on Friday.
The medal is awarded annually by the President of the United States to public safety officers who have exhibited exceptional courage, regardless of personal safety, in the attempt to save or protect human life.
National Donut Day is today in Davidson County. Held annually on the first Friday in June, National Donut Day is a sweet time to celebrate America’s heroes. The holiday was originally established to honor The Salvation Army’s service to soldiers during World War I. Stock upon the sweet treat today at a local bakery.
Multiple agencies join for recent license check.
Davidson Local would like to pause and to honor the law enforcement that were injured and killed in Charlotte, NC yesterday in the line of duty.
Take a local stand against human trafficking at an event in Lexington on May 18.
Update on Fifth Street house fire that claimed firefighter’s life.
The Lexington Fire Department would like to install a smoke alarm in your home free of charge.
El Departamento de Bomberos de Lexington está instalando alarmas de humo gratuitas.The safety alert system CodeRED will provide citizens with real-time updates in relation to emergencies within Davidson County.
