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LGBTQ+ organization uses fundraiser to create scholarships
Last year, during the height of police brutality, racial oppression and systemic racism protests, black, red and white yard signs began to appear across Davidson County.
Matt Ridge named Davidson-Davie’s new athletics director
Davidson-Davie head basketball coach Matt Ridge will become the college’s new athletics director on July 1, following the retirement of Kenneth Kirk. Ridge has been head coach of STORM basketball since 2007.
Local student competes in national rowing competition
If you happened to tune into ESPN 3 on June 11, 12, or 13, you would’ve seen some of the 2,800 youth rowers racing down the 2000 meter course at Nathan Benderson Park in Sarasota, Florida.
Public Notice: Lexington City Council
On Monday, June 28, 2021, at 6:00 p.m. the Lexington City Council will conduct a public hearing to consider proposed amendments to the City of Lexington's Unified Development Ordinance
Local church discusses mental health
Mental Health awareness has become a buzz phrase but it is far more than something we should simply be talking about.
LSHS track and field athletes qualify for state meet
Members of the Lexington Senior High School girls and boys track and field teams competed Saturday, June 19 at the 2A Midwest Regionals at Surry Central High School.
Health Department vaccine schedule for June 21-June 25
Davidson County Health Department vaccine schedule for June 21-25.
Y on Wheels
The J. Smith Young YMCA is moving outside the walls this summer as they travel around the community on a new mission- Taking the Y on wheels.
Sights and sounds of Juneteenth: A freedom celebration
Just two days after President Joe Biden signed legislation declaring Juneteenth a federal holiday, hundreds turned out Saturday to celebrate local history.
We’re broadcasting the swearing in of Jon Myers live on Facebook.
We’re broadcasting the swearing in of John Myers live on Facebook.
Jon W. Myers will serve as District Court Judge in Judicial District 22B. He will fill the seat vacated by the Hon. Wayne Michael who retired in February. Myers has worked as a solo practitioner at Jon W. Myers, Attorney at Law in Lexington, North Carolina since 1992. Myers earned his Bachelor of Arts at Wake Forest University, his Master of Business Administration at Wake Forest University Babcock Graduate School of Management and his Juris Doctor at Wake Forest University of School of Law. Governor Roy Cooper appointed Myers to serve in Judicial District 22B, which serves Davidson and Davie counties.
Davidson Local Top 5: June 14-18
From a road closure to the announcement that a native son received a military promotion, the news has been coming in hot.
Governor makes a special stop in Lexington to discuss vaccinations
Governor Roy Cooper’s messaging when he visited the Davidson County Health Department (DCHD) vaccine clinic Thursday morning was straightforward – “Vaccinations work.”
New Thomasville retailer features American artisans
BL Maker’s Market in Thomasville features products from more than 100 American artisans.
Lexington city council adopts budget for upcoming fiscal year
The Lexington City Council approved the $109 million budget for 2021-2022 fiscal year during its regular meeting on Monday, June 14.
Local principal completes leadership program
Calvin Freeman, principal of Thomasville High School, recently completed the Distinguished Leadership in Practice Program (DLP), a year-long leadership development program for practicing school principals.
Davidson County Airport will receive state funds
The N.C. Board of Transportation approved state funds totaling $4,285,500 for projects that help improve safety and customer service at seven North Carolina airports.
LSHS graduate chosen to lead Marine helicopter squadron
On Thursday, June 10, in a ceremony full of handshakes, salutes and speeches, United States Marine Corps (USMC) Lt. Col. Adam Horne became the commanding officer of Marine Heavy Helicopter Squadron 461 (HMH-461) aka Ironhorse.
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You can celebrate with us at two major community events this week. Join us for music, jazz and dinner at Hands Across Davidson County [Included in the ticket price] on June 17th at Bull City Ciderworks in Lexington. [$50 Tickets are Still Available] and the Anything For Our Youth Juneteenth Freedom Celebration [Free] on June 19th. Look for the Davidson Local table.
City to vote on budget
The City of Lexington will vote on the Annual Budget Submission for Fiscal Year 2021-22 on Monday. The meeting agenda includes a summary from City Manager Terra Greene on Monday, May 24, 2021.