Thomasville High and Middle Schools are currently on lockdown as law enforcement secure the campuses.
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Royal elected to ACCT Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion Committee
The Association of Community College Trustees (ACCT) recently announced the election of Tina Royal to the new ACCT Board of Directors and ACCT Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion Committee members and officers. Royal is Davidson County resident and serves of the board of Davidson-Davie Community College.
Join us for an alter-ego Halloween party
Just like Bruce Wayne has "Batman," Prince was "The Symbol," and Beyonce is "Sasha Fierce" it's your time to let your ego Party Out loud! Friday Oct. 23rd at Olde Well Tavern.
Now More Than Ever: United Way needs your support
United Way is in the middle of our Workplace Giving Campaign! NOW MORE THEN EVER They need your help spreading the word!
Faith and Fellowship: With Toni Mccullough
Toni Royal McCullough is a native of Lexington, NC and devoted member of Files Chapel Baptist Church in the city of Lexington. As a spiritual enthusiast and community advocate, Toni will be contributing to Davidson Local providing news and updates for local churches and faith-based community organizations serving the Greater Lexington area.
LFD was dispatched to 307-B West 5th Ave
Lexington Fire Department was dispatched to 307-B West 5th Ave. at 8:41 pm last night for a residential apartment fire. The fire is currently under investigation by the City of Lexington Fire Marshal’s Office, but no injuries were reported.
Visit Uptown Lexington for the Boo Bash & Boo Crawl
Uptown Lexington, Inc. is excited to present the family-friendly Boo Bash from 6pm to 8pm on Saturday, October 30th, 2021. Several activities will bring the community together in a safe way including pumpkin painting, live music, courthouse lighting, a haunted house, and the best mask and costume contest.
USA Day at Central Davidson High School sparks controversy
A Spirit Week celebration at Central Davidson High School has triggered controversy with students, parents and the community. Officials at CDHS called this a misunderstanding. During the course of Spirit Week, daily activities were planned by students and approved by advisors. Wednesday’s theme was promoted as American Day according to the school’s website.
Pop Up Market to feature local products
The Davidson-Davie Community College Small Business Center will partner with Uptown Lexington and the Lexington Area Chamber of Commerce to offer the final event of Accelerate Retail, a program designed to help existing businesses and start-ups map out business resiliency.
Brews, Grooves and News with Brooke
Your insider’s guide to weekly local events for October 15-October 21.
Weekly COVID-19 update for Davidson County: October 13
The Davidson County Health Department is publishes COVID-19 case updates every Wednesday. Here is the latest.
School systems COVID-19 update: October 12
Here is the latest COVID-19 cases update from the three local school systems.
"Best Burger" belt bestowed upon Sophie's Cork and Ale
On Monday, October 11, Chef John Wilson, owner of Sophie's Cork & Ale, received three of the six awards presented Eat. Drink. Burger Week's ceremony. The Winston-Salem Journal hosted the event.
Lexington Medical Center has a new robotic surgical system
Atrium Health Wake Forest Baptist Lexington Medical Center now has the Da Vinci Xi Surgical System, allowing the hospital to offer minimally-invasive robotic assisted surgeries.
DCS Board of Education retreat to be held today
The Davidson County Schools Board of Education will hold their retreat on Monday, October 11 from 4 p.m. until 8 p.m.
Health department vaccine schedule for October 11-15
The Davidson County Health Department is offering vaccines throughout the week.
The Workshop of Davidson, Inc. to hold virtual annual meeting
The annual meeting of The Workshop of Davidson, Inc. will be October 21 by ZOOM at 6 p.m.
Davidson Local Top 5: October 3-8
Take a look at our top 5 articles for this week.
Federal fund provides hope for locals
On August 26, when the Supreme Court issued its opinion on the rent moratorium put in place by the Biden administration, it was unknown how many renters might be evicted from their homes as a result.
Fire departments receive grant funds
Six fire departments in Davidson County were recent recipients of grant funds delivered by the North Carolina Department of Insurance.