LPD has confirmed that a minor passed away on Friday, March 4, from injuries sustained during the incident on March 2. The child’s name has not been released. Lexington Police Department is continuing to investigate and further charges are pending.
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Langston Hughes inspired event features Lynn Marshall-Linnemeier
The Black Butterfly Network postponed From Langston to Lexington with Love Black Tie event until March 25, 2022. The event will include Lynn Marshall-Linnemeier. Her style is uniquely southern with a style of mixed media in deep and cool tones. She has been documenting the American South since 1989 and works both figuratively and abstractly.
Uptown Lexington gears up for Eat. Drink. Restaurant. Week!
Things are ”cooking” as Uptown Lexington, Lexington Area Chamber of Commerce, Lexington Tourism and others prepare for Eat. Drink. Restaurant. Week! on March 20 - April 3, 2022..
Womens History Month: No More Hidden Figures
From local sororities to organizations that seek to preserve controversial aspects of history, our first week of celebrating local women was quite colorful.
Opinion Column: Local women fight to save history
Commemorating Honor, Inc. started being organized on October 16, 2021. The president of the local Robert E. Lee Chapter, UDC, Debra Barta had negotiated a deal with the city of Lexington to remove the Confederate Monument after months of protest in Lexington.
Women's History Month: Deltas deliver snacks
Since the beginning of the year, the ladies of Delta Sigma Theta Sorority, Incorporated have been hard at work giving back to the community.
Davidson Local Top 5: February 28-March 3
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UPDATE: Lexington Police release details related to homicide on Burgess Street
LEXINGTON, NC – Lexington Police Department's investigation into last night's homicide on Burgess Street revealed a possible suspect to be 54-year-old Brian Moses of Winston-Salem. Lexington Police investigators went to the area of the suspect's residence in Winston-Salem.
LPD investigates incident on Burgess St.
On March 2, 2022, at 7:18 p.m., Lexington Police Department officers responded to an apartment complex in the 500 block of Burgess Street to assist Lexington Fire Department in a call for service for a structure fire.
Updated LCS COVID-19 protocols
Lexington City Schools Board of Education approved updates to COVID-19 Protocols in alignment with NC DHHS revised tool kits.
Brews, Grooves and News with Brooke
Your insider’s guide to weekly local events.
Slyman awarded the Don Lucey Award
31 years ago, a group of community leaders led by Dr. James F. Slyman determined Davidson County would benefit from a volunteer based free clinic for the uninsured.
Davidson County Clerk of Court’s office to host passport day
Spring is quickly approaching and that’s why Davidson County Clerk of Court Sandie Tysinger Chappell is already looking ahead and thinking of those in Davidson County who may wish to travel in the coming year. Clerk Chappell and her team of clerks will host a “Passport Day” on Saturday, March 26th, from 10 a.m. until 2 p.m. to allow everyone the opportunity to apply for a passport or renew their current one, in anticipation and preparation for their travel plans.
Loda resigns from LCS Board of Education
Resignation comes a little over two months before Lexington’s municipal election.
Women's History Month: Leonard’s Creek Chapter, Daughters of the American Revolution
The National Society Daughters of the American Revolution was founded on October 11, 1890, during a time that was marked by a revival in patriotism and intense interest in the beginnings of the United States of America.
Dr. Maya Angelou quarters are tough to find locally
Due to a coin shortage, local banks say they are unable to supply rolls of Dr. Maya Angelou quarters. Look for these special coins in regular circulation. Dr. Maya Angelou, the poet, actress, author and civil rights activist known around the world, discovered her passion for teaching at Wake Forest University.
Lexington launches 30-Day Kindness Challenge
On March 1, Dr. Patricia Smyre, diversity, equity and inclusion manager for the city of Lexington, launched the Kindness 30-Day Challenge.
Update: Local political filings for primary candidates and US Senate
Here is the latest update on local and US senate filings.
We are celebrating Women's History Month
In true Davidson Local style, we will honor the month with stories that not only weave information into the telling but engage emotions and energy. Groups of women will be featured this month to represent action, transition, leadership and compassion in our local community. Stories will include local perspectives from an array of collaborators.
Women's History Month: Former clerk finds new home in career as Realtor
After 32 years with the City of Lexington, the last 27 as the municipal clerk, Tina Lanier retired a year ago but she recently launched a second career as a Realtor.