First United Methodist Church in Lexington presents: The 38th Annual Mayme Weaver Preaching Mission “Connecting the Secular to the Sacred” with The Reverend Doctor Arnetta E. Beverly
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Here is what you need to know about Eat.Drink.Restaurant Week
(The sampler and food are FREE to restaurant workers and anyone who goes to a participating local restaurant on Wednesday, October 26 from 6:30 to 10 p.m.)
Missing child in Thomasville NC
Missing 15 year old, last seen in the area of NC 109 North in Thomasville. First name Matthew, last seen Saturday evening between 7:30-7:45pm wearing a red hoodie over a suit. If found please contact Davidson County 911.
Donnie Roberts and Kay Gibson wed center stage at The Lexington Barbecue Festival
On Saturday morning, the Rev. Lee Jessup (left) officiated at the wedding of Kay Gibson and Donnie Roberts.
LCS Celebrates National School Bus Safety Week ( October 17 - 21, 2022)
LCS is pleased to announce, LTC (Ret) Gregory H. Sutton is the new Director of Transportation at Lexington City Schools.
City of Lexington announces changes to the leaf collection schedule
It is beginning to look and feel like fall, and that means leaf season! Leaf collection will begin for City of Lexington residents on Monday, Oct. 24.
Lexington Fire Department reveals new "Ladder 1"
If you’ve driven through the streets of Lexington within the past two weeks, you might’ve seen an unfamiliar sight. It’s a behemoth that weighs over 80,000 pounds, is nearly 50 feet long and bears a red, gold and gray color scheme.
Wilkerson sweeps Gold at Special Olympics
The groundbreaking Davidson County resident holds several statewide positions: Special Olympics Davidson County (SODC) Board Athlete Representative, Special Olympics North Carolina (SONC) Global Messenger, Special Olympics North Carolina Athlete Ambassador, North Carolina Law Enforcement Torch Run (NC LETR) Athlete Ambassador and a Unified Leadership Trainer for Special Olympic of NC. She wants to see as many athletes experience the sense of pride she has through the competition. “It makes me happy. I feel like I accomplished something.”
One-Stop Early Voting Dates, Times and Locations
Early Voting Begins: One-Stop Early Voting Dates, Times and Locations
The Lexington Barbecue Festival sand sculpture makes a mammoth return
There are numerous ways to entertain your entire family while attending The Lexington Barbecue Festival. From countless Artisans displaying their unique wares to headlining stage performances and of course the main lure, the legendary Lexington barbecue. One of my favorite attractions at The Lexington Barbecue Festival for over the past twenty years has been the custom sand sculpture which is always created on the lawn of the historic former Post Office at the corner of South Main Street and West Third Avenue.
Life Center to host 'Gathering of Caregivers'
Local caregivers are invited to a free “Gathering of Caregivers” lunch and learn on Friday, November 4th at 12:00 p.m.
Sign unveiling on the Atrium Health Wake Forest Baptist Lexington Medical Center campus
The hospital’s marque sign, located at the main patient and visitor entrance (250 Hospital Drive), features the logos and names of both Atrium Health Wake Forest Baptist and Wake Forest University School of Medicine – the academic core of Atrium Health.
Anything For Our Youth Group to host Halloween Party
The annual Halloween Safe Alternative Youth Party festivities is hosted by Anything For Our Youth Group & American Legion Post #255 (Lexington, NC). This event is intended to provide a safe environment for youth, as well as parents who want their kids to dress up and enjoy Halloween, trick or treating, with safety in mind.
Lexington Police investigate sex offense involving a minor
On October 11, 2022, investigators with Lexington Police Department’s Special Victims Unit were made aware of a sex offense involving a young female and adult male.
Local Democrats call for 'Souls to the Polls' Oct. 30
"Souls to the Polls". The Davidson County Democrats are once again encouraging "Souls to the Polls".
This event will take place across the county on 30 Oct 2022 between the hours of 1pm and 4pm.
Commissioners to host 'Charters of Freedom' dedication Oct. 27th
Join the Davidson County Board of Commissioners at the Charters of Freedom dedication ceremony. Taking place at The Square in Uptown Lexington. Thursday, October 27th at 11:00 am.
Thanksgiving Day Early Bird 5K is back
The United Way of Davidson County and Davidson County Government are teaming up once again to host the eleventh annual Thanksgiving Day Early Bird 5K/3K on November 24th.
Waiver of landfill fees for deer carcasses
At the October 10, 2022 meeting of the Davidson County Board of Commissioners, the Board voted unanimously to waive Landfill fees for the disposal of deer carcasses.
Domestic Violence: Loss of grant funding impacts those filing protective orders
Family Services of Davidson County (FSDC) on September 30 ended its expanded advocacy program which provided support and advocacy during the electronic filing of domestic violence protective orders. Loss of funding through the Governor’s Crime Commissions forced the end of services.