The NC Department of Correction is currently investigating the escape of inmate Johnny Porche. The escape occurred early this morning from the correctional center located at 1400 Thomason Street in Lexington.
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Upcoming: N.C. Government Meetings, Hearings and Events
The North Carolina General Assembly is the bicameral legislature of the State government of North Carolina. Listed below are upcoming meetings, hearings and events.
Home damaged in fire on Cotton Grove Road
The Lexington Fire Department responded to a house fire on Friday at 6 pm. When firefighters arrived, the single-family home on Cotton Grove Road had heavy smoke and visible heavy fire.
LPD Investigates pedestrian killed by train
Investigators identified the pedestrian to be 45-year-old Kelly Allen. Allen was struck by a northbound Norfolk Southern Train.
Davidson County Bicentennial Bash
All year Davidson County has been celebrating its 200th birthday. The celebration will culminate with a bash on Saturday, November 12 at the Davidson County Fairgrounds.
Lexington police arrest suspect
November 3, Lexington Police Department's Special Victims Unit executed a search warrant on Allred Road with the assistance of the Davidson County Sheriff's Office.
Meet the STORM Basketball Team
Meet the 2022-23 STORM Basketball Team! The first home game of the season is this Saturday at 3 p.m. vs. Denmark Technical College.
One-Month culvert replacement coming to Davidson County
The N.C. Department of Transportation will close a road in Davidson County for a one-month culvert replacement starting next week.
Press Pass Dinner: Holiday Favs with a Twist Dec. 3rd
Press Pass Dinner is back with a twist! Join us for our second foodie and hyperlocal evening of culture, bites and conversation with local news lovers.
A Photo Gallery: Lexington Community Kickball Game
Last night, local residents and members of the Lexington Police Department gathered at Finch Park for a the Lexington Community Kickball Game.
Davidson and Davie Apprenticeship Consortium open house Nov. 14
The open house will provide information on an apprenticeship through DDAC and its eight member companies.
Groups to host FREE Thanksgiving Day Meals
Last year several local groups joined together to not only provide turkeys, but so much more. Davidson County Compassion Inspiring Action, Carolina Senior Care, Scout Metals and Davidson Local are teaming up for the second year to serve warm meals with a side of compassion.
Angel Tree program provides joy for local children and families in need
The Salvation Army’s 2022 Angel Tree program is officially kicking off November 1 st . This year The Salvation Army of Davidson County has committed to providing gifts to almost 1,100 children and over 400 families. The Angel Tree Program provides new clothing and toys for children of families in need through the support of community donors.
Hospice of Davidson County Recognizes National Hospice and Palliative Care Month
Throughout the month of November, Hospice of Davidson County will join organizations across the nation in providing community education in recognition of National Hospice and Palliative Care Month (NHPCM). This year’s NHPCM theme is “meeting you where you are.”
Column: The Davidson County Extension Master Gardener Demo
Everyone is invited to go see the scarecrows and the gardens at the front of the Agricultural Extension Offices at 301 E. Center Street in Lexington.
City of Lexington hosts Lead for North Carolina local government fellow
Lexington is pleased to announce that it is one of 23 host sites statewide for the Lead for North Carolina (LFNC) program, part of the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill School of Government.
DCS School Nutrition Press Release
Admittedly, discarding food as a means of addressing this complex issue was not the correct approach, and we regret that it was not considered more carefully before being communicated to child nutrition staff. It is not the expectation that meals will be thrown away; prior to the COVID-19 pandemic universally free benefits, our high schools were able to successfully implement this same policy.
Johnny Leroy Dawkins Jr. Scholarship Fund to host "Where are they now" gala
Join us for an evening you won't forget! This will be an evening where we celebrate our scholarship award recipients as they share their success stories, engage in a silent auction and hear from our keynote speaker, Ronnie Beverly. The event will be hosted by emcee, Donnie Holt.
DDAC adds Owens & Minor, Cascade Die Casting to its membership
The Davidson-Davie Apprenticeship Consortium (DDAC) has added two companies, Owens & Minor and Cascade Die Casting, increasing its membership to eight companies.