What a year!
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#DLYearInReview: Cathy's Creative Corner
Davidson Local isn’t your traditional newspaper. Therefore, the content we publish isn’t always traditional.
Hospitals urge people not to seek COVID-19 tests in ED
Large numbers of people are going to hospital emergency departments for COVID-19 tests. Representatives of area hospitals say they aren’t the place for routine COVID-19 testing for the public.
#DLYearInReview: Sports
With nine high schools and a small staff, regularly covering prep sports the way many are used to them being covered isn’t feasible for us at the time. One day it will be!
Low income energy assistance apps being accepted
Applications have started being accepted for the Low Income Energy Assistance Program (LIEAP).
Lexington Fire Department responds to structure fire on 6th Ave
Lexington Fire Department responded to a reported structure fire on Tuesday, December 28th. The flames resulted in one firefighter injured and transported for medical evaluation. Doctors have since released the firefighter for in-home care. No residents were injured.
Trailblazing Curry set to retire
Over the last 26 years, if you’ve been to an event sponsored by the City of Lexington Parks and Recreation Department, the probability of Tammy Curry having some involvement in it is common.
#DLYearInReview: Salute
As the daughter (Antionette) of an Army and Korean War veteran and the granddaughter (Kassaundra Shanette) of a Montford Point Marine and World War II veteran, consistently recognizing and honoring the sacrifice, courage and dedication of our service men and women is engrained in our DNA.
DCHD will resume COVID-19 testing in 2022; testing available at fairgrounds
The Davidson County Health Department won’t be doing COVID-19 testing this week.
#DLYearInReview: Local Elections Matter
One thing there hasn’t been a shortage of is news regarding elections in 2021 and 2022.
#DLYearInReview: Giving Back
Throughout 2021, residents and natives of Davidson County have given back to their community in various ways.
From the desk of Sen. Jarvis': Christmas Address
On behalf of myself and my family, I wanted to wish you and your loved ones a very Merry Christmas.
Davidson Local Top 5: December 19-24
Check out this week’s most read articles.
Law enforcement hosts "Cops and Kids" Christmas shopping event
Members of the Davidson County Fraternal Order of Police (FOP) Lodge #97, took 25 children Christmas Shopping during its annual “Cops & Kids Christmas Shopping Event.”
Resilient healthcare worker celebrated at Tree of Love ceremony
When Atrium Health Wake Forest Baptist Lexington Medical Center’s Foundation began planning this year’s annual “Tree of Love” ceremony, personnel immediately knew who should light the tree – Jenny Morrison.
Preserving Dunbar: Conflicting stories over building’s future emerges
A controversial project that planted many residents who live near Dunbar School on opposite sides of the spectrum from city of Lexington representatives is once again making headlines.
#DLYearInReview: Preserving Dunbar
Our first investigative series focused on the history of the institutions which once, during segregation, educated only Black students in Lexington.
Salvation Army plans to ring in a new year
As 2021 comes to an end, many families (one of the fastest growing segments of the homeless population) and neighbors in Davidson County are struggling.
Salute: V4L delivers items to Hospice for veterans
Two local organizations are collaborating to ensure our country’s soldiers are honored for their sacrifice, bravery and courage even as they face the reality of mortality: Veterans 4 Life (V4L), founded by US Army veteran, Dennis Cave, and Hospice of Davidson County.
A Photo Gallery: Holiday Englandwood
On Monday evening, Charles England Elementary School was transformed into a festive wonderland.