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South Lexington and Developmental Center present Community Campus Clean-Up
Gladys Salas (School Counselor), D’Andra Troy (School Social Worker), Sharolyn Harry (Principal), and Fredy Bahena (Cloudy Day Solutions), will present the Community Campus Clean-Up, taking place on October 9, 2021 from 8:00 AM-12:00 PM.
Keep Davidson County beautiful!
Learn more about the Oct 7th and 9th – Davidson County Big Sweep!
Flooring manufacturer Mohawk to invest $87 Million in Davidson County expansion
Mohawk Industries, Inc. (NYSE:MHK), a manufacturer of flooring products and accessories, will create 87 new jobs in Davidson County, Governor Roy Cooper announced today. The company will invest $87 million to grow the laminate manufacturing facility in Thomasville.
Master Gardeners will host plant sale
After cancelling all fund-raising events over the past 2 years, Davidson County Extension Master Gardener Volunteers are going forward with their fall plant sale on Saturday, October 9, 8am-noon at Lexington Farmers Market at the Depot, 129 S. Railroad St, Lexington, NC.
A Photo Gallery: Demolition of First National Bank (old LSB building)
Earlier this year, it was announced that Lexington’s tallest building would be demolished.
"Get Ready to Rumble" to help vets!
On Saturday, October 2, local charity BigBikes4Vets, Inc. assisted by the Rockingham Company will host “Rumble at the Depot,” a charity motorcycle and car show. The event is scheduled to take place at Bull City Ciderworks, 559 South Railroad St. in Lexington. Gates open at 1 p.m., live music kicks off at 2 p.m. and the festival will rumble throughout the evening until 10 p.m.
Author Vanessa Riley brings colorful island history to Lexington
A love of history and extensive research about the transatlantic slave trade and its impact on Caribbean culture led Vanessa Riley to write several novellas including Island Queen. The book was the subject of Riley’s talk at Bull City Ciderworks in Lexington.
Showcase to highlight various cultures
On Saturday, October 2, the City of Lexington Parks and Recreation Department will host the Multicultural Showcase from 12:00p.m. until 4:00 p.m. at the Breeden Insurance Ampitheater located at 333 S. Main St. Lexington.
Group to pray for local school systems
Rev. Alan Suber, in partnership with the Greater Lexington Area Ministers Association and the Lexington Community Ministers Conference, are hosting “A Prayer for Our Schools” for the three local school systems.
Now More Than Ever: The Tom A. Finch Community YMCA is all about teamwork
The Tom A. Finch Community YMCA’s mission statement is to put Christian principles into practice through programs that build a healthy spirit, mind, and body for all. Now More Than Ever is sponsored by the Davidson County United Way.
A fun evening of Burgers, Brews and News
The second day of fall provided a welcoming and fun environment for Davidson Local’s Burgers, Brews and News at Bull City Ciderworks.
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Lexington's Snyder transcended generations
When news broke the morning of Sunday, September 12, that Lexington Senior High School (LSHS) Hall of Famer, Jimmy Snyder, had passed at the age of 76, the tributes flooded social media almost instantly.
Thomasville chamber presents annual small business awards
The Thomasville Area Chamber of Commerce recently named Todd’s Seafood as the 2021 Small Business of the Year and recognized Annalisa Di Puorto of Elizabeth’s Pizza (West Main) as an Emerging Entrepreneur.
Weekly COVID-19 update for Davidson County: September 22
The Davidson County Health Department publishes COVID-19 case updates every Wednesday. Here is the latest information.
Mia Mason brings soulful "Dream Catcher" to tonight's Burger Week event
Model and artist Mia Mason will perform a set opposite of Ken Davis for Lexington’s first Eat. Drink. Burger Week! Davidson Local is teaming up for an exciting week with an idea by friends at the Triad Food and Beverage Coalition, Winston-Salem Journal and Greensboro News & Record to support Eat. Drink. Burger Week! Davidson Local will be on location to cover some of the best burgers in town. Send in your images on social media #burgerface #eatdrinkburgerweek
Eat. Drink. Burger Week! has blown up
It’s no secret that Lexington is known for its legendary barbecue. But, have you ever wondered where the best burgers in Davidson County are hiding? The wait is over! The hidden gems of Lexington’s best burgers have officially been unearthed.
Virus keeping medical staffers busy
Davidson County Emergency Medical Services (EMS) and the Emergency Department at Atrium Health Wake Forest Baptist — Lexington Medical Center have been seeing a lot more COVID-19 patients in the past six weeks as the highly contagious Delta variant spreads.
Burger Week is here! Are you ready?
The week you’ve been eagerly anticipating has arrived. It’s Burger Week!!