On March 27, at approximately 1:53 a.m. Lexington Fire Department responded to a single-family residential structure fire located at 611 E. 1st Street Extension.
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Lexington mayoral candidates faceoff at forum
Equity, homelessness and taxes were on the agenda for mayoral candidates at a forum cosponsored by NAACP-Lexington Branch, St. Stephen United Methodist Church, Faith Forward Baptist Church and Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority, Inc. Omicron Psi Omega Chapter. The forum was held on Tuesday evening at St. Stephen United Methodist with reserved seating and a Livestream on Facebook.
Take the Thomasville community survey
The city of Thomasville is asking all of its residents to partake in a survey where they are seeking public input on current ideas and initiatives facing the City.
City recognizes Wall's retirement, approves YMCA contract
On March 14, the Lexington City Council held their second meeting of the month. It opened with a recognition of Kathy Wall’s retirement from the Customer Service Department after over 30 years of service
Women's History Month: Thomasville Fire Department celebrates female firefighters
Women’s History Month: Thomasville Fire Department celebrates female firefighters on social media.
Lexington City Manager recognized as NC Main Street Champion
Thirty-three North Carolina Main Street Champions will be recognized for their commitment to downtown revitalization and strong communities in 2021 during a virtual Recognition Ceremony on March 10th. Lexington City Manager Terra Greene was one of the honorees.
Candidate filings as of March 2 for local elections
Candidate filing is still ongoing at the Davidson County Board of Elections.
Lexington launches 30-Day Kindness Challenge
On March 1, Dr. Patricia Smyre, diversity, equity and inclusion manager for the city of Lexington, launched the Kindness 30-Day Challenge.
Council hears from LCS superintendent, approves ordinance for new housing development
On February 28, 2022, Lexington City Council held their second meeting of the month.
Black History Month: LPD officer steps into new role
At a young age, Ronnie Best, Jr. knew his optimal career path. He was sitting in a classroom during his elementary years when a visitor altered the course of his life.
Candidate filings as of February 25 for local elections
After a months long delay, candidate filing resumed on Thursday, February 24.
Candidate filing resumes Thursday
On Thursday, February 24, beginning at 8a.m. numerous citizens across Davidson County will finally get to follow through with an action some have been attempting since last year: file to run for a local office.
City cemetery clean-up
The City of Lexington Public Grounds Department staff reminds residents that all Christmas flowers and decorations must be removed from city cemetery grave sites by March 1.
Conditional zoning process put to the test at council meeting
On Valentine’s Day, Lexington City Council held the first of their two regular meetings for the month of February.
Black History Month: Cathy's Creative Corner - First by Default
You know, you can actually learn something new every day. Until a spokesperson called from Lexington city government, I never knew this was how my dad felt.
Thomasville issues proclamation for Davis-Gaither ahead of Super Bowl
The City of Thomasville is honoring one of its native sons ahead of Sunday’s big game.
McClure meets with NCAAC board, hears from NCDHHS secretary
The North Carolina Association of County Commissioners Board of Directors held its winter meeting to discuss a range of topics. NCACC Board member and Davidson County Commissioner Fred McClure attended and spoke to the benefit board service represents to Davidson County.
LPD responds to house fire on W. 3rd Ave.
Early Sunday morning, Lexington Fire Department responded to a house fire at 313 W. 3rd. Ave.
Black History Month: Lexington recognizes gamechangers
On Sunday afternoon, February 6, the City of Lexington hosted ‘Black History Month with Love.