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Local Girl Scout brings teen PRIDE Parade to Lexington

The Teen Pride Parade will be on Saturday, June 4. Here’s how it will go: At 1 p.m., participants will gather at the historic St. Stephen United Methodist Church’s lawn to make signs that express their beliefs during the walk. At 2 p.m., they’ll walk on the sidewalks in uptown Lexington. Then, they’ll return to the First Reformed United Church of Christ (FRUCC) Fellowship Hall at 3 p.m. to hear from speakers—including Rev. Elizabeth Horton, Rev. Dr. Arnetta Beverly, a representative from PFLAG, and Miller herself—as well as engage in community building activities. Snacks will be provided.

Lexington Chamber Membership Services Manager pursues new career path

The Lexington Area Chamber of Commerce would like to announce that after almost three years of outstanding service Jessica McDaniel, Membership Services Manager, has chosen to pursue a new career path with Davidson Speed Printing, which her family recently purchased. Her last day will be Friday, May 27, 2022. Anyone interested in applying for the open position of Membership Services Manager with the Lexington Area Chamber of Commerce may submit resumes to Joe Wallace, jwallace@lexingtonchamber.net or find the posting through NCWorks.

Pools to open for the season: Make a splash in Lexington

About Lexington Parks and RecreationLexington Parks and Recreation offers athletics, recreational activities, and special events for all ages throughout the year. The department also operates and maintains 22 parks, offering a wealth of outdoor fun including playgrounds, courts, walking trails, athletic fields, green spaces, and aquatic parks.

Young gardener is raising funds for local nonprofit

A few weeks ago, Lanie, 11, was at her church, Tyro United Methodist, with her family when she was witness to a presentation by a local nonprofit. Charlie’s Champions, which states on its website the organization “exists to provide love, hope and support to families whose children battle cancer,” shared its mission with the congregation. Determined to take action to make a difference, Lanie consulted with her father, Kevin, about using her talents to assist.