Although still not its typical commencement ceremony, Davidson-Davie’s 2021 graduation will offer an in-person option for graduates to cross the stage during their chosen time slot. {Contibuted by Davidson-Davie Community College}
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Commissioners hear budget forecast, voice opposition to proposed state legislation
Money and zoning dominated the Davidson County Commissioners meeting Tuesday evening, May 11, as the board heard budget proposals for the next fiscal year.
Local gas tanks after cyber-attack
Local gas stations are feeling the impact of the Colonial Pipeline Ransomware cyber-attack. Pictured: Hop In and Out on Talbert Blvd in Lexington ran out of gas on Monday night. {Antionette Kerr/Davidson Local}
Roadway condition findings presented to city council
A pavement condition survey presented at the Lexington City Council meeting Monday night, May 10, highlighted the need to increase funding for this line item.
DavidsonWorks is looking for job seekers
Pam Walton, director of DavidsonWorks (DW) Workforce Development Board, has a message for Davidson County residents that are seeking employment: there are jobs available.
Port-A-Pit legacy supports Crime Stoppers
Port-A-Pit legacy supports Crime Stoppers. May 9 -15 is National Police Appreciation Week.
What’s old is new again at Hardware and Roses
Arianna Lester hoped she would be celebrating her first anniversary in business with Hardware and Roses at this point but the global pandemic delayed her store’s opening by several months.
LSHS girls' basketball coaches deliver cool treats with warm hearts
The Lady Jackets basketball coaches delivered frozen popsicles to elementary school children in Lexington this week. Coaches said it’s important to give back and let the community become more familiar with sports programs.
LFD Responds to an Apartment Fire
The City of Lexington Fire Department responded to a residential apartment fire at 503 Myers Park Dr. early Wednesday morning.
DCS teacher selected as Kenan Fellow
Laurie McKinney, a science teacher at Oak Grove High School, has been selected for the Kenan Fellows Program for Teacher Leadership --Spurring Innovation in Manufacturing (Gaffney) -- with Cornerstone Building Brands.
DCS will revert schedule in the fall
On Monday evening, the Davidson County School Board of Education voted 4-1 to revert to the schedule utilized in the 2019-20 school year.
Southwest Elementary lands preliminary funding for Global Academy
Members of the Lexington City Schools Board of Education approved preliminary funding for a Global Academy at Southwest Elementary School Tuesday evening, May 4. The unanimous decision paves the way for teachers and administrators to begin crafting a curriculum focused on greater cultural awareness.
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McGirt's contributions commemorated at reception
When Charles McGirt walked into the law offices at Brinkley Walser Stoner (BWS) in 1961, he never imagined he would still be walking into those offices six decades later.
Fundraiser to benefit local crimestoppers efforts
A Port-A-Pit Chicken Fundraiser for the Lexington Area Crimestoppers will be held on Friday, May 21 from 11 a.m. until 2 p.m. at 2nd Reformed Church of Christ.
LFD responds to two weekend fires
Lexington Fire Department responded to two separate structure fires on Saturday, May 1.
Lexington Farmers Market opens for its 11th year at The Depot
The brisk Saturday air was welcomed by the vendors bringing in their chairs, tables and goods to set up for the season’s first Farmers Market at the Depot.
United Way Spring Service Project
On Thursday April 29th, members of the Emerging Leader’s Society, the Board of Directors, the United Way staff and community friends went to the home of Adam, Amber and Blake Shore.
Davidson County Clerk Debbie Harris Named Clerk of the Year
Davidson County Clerk to the Board Debbie Harris was presented the 2019 Howard Holly Outstanding Clerk of the Year Award on April 23, 2021, during the North Carolina Association of County Clerks Annual Conference.
Spin4Life takes the Polar Plunge to help cancer patients
Spin4Life is a fundraiser that has been taking place in Davidson County for 14 years.