Christopher Dunn, North Carolina State University’s all-time leading scorer in football and North Davidson High School graduate, is a finalist for one of college football’s most prestigious awards,
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Free events to help you get into the Christmas spirit
With December only a day away, many businesses, churches and organizations have planned events to celebrate the Christmas season.
Davidson Davie Apprenticeship Consortium names first board of directors
The Davidson-Davie Apprenticeship Consortium (DDAC) announced it has appointed its inaugural board of directors, along with its approval as an incorporated 501(c)(3) nonprofit by the Internal Revenue Service.
Lexington Souvenir Shoppe now located uptown on the Square
Tammy Surratt Morris is hoping her third location of the Lexington Souvenir Shoppe is the charm. She reopened the business Oct. 15 at 7 N. Main St. in uptown Lexington on the Square next to Second Glance Consignment Boutique and Missions Pottery & More. The building housed Natural Lite Home for 20 years.
Lexington Choral Society welcomes 50th Anniversary Dec. 3
With a festive theme of Welcome to December, the Lexington Choral Society will celebrate its 50th season with traditional carols and a few new additions. "People can expect the usual quality of music that the choral society does," said business manager Melonie Rector. The former assistant conductor noted that a mix of approximately 40 former and current members perform on Saturday, Dec. 3 at 5 p.m. The runtime for the show is approximately 1 hour 15 minutes. "We are glad to be back after COVID. We sang last year but we sang in masks. We’ve got a big group of people who have sung in the past who haven’t been singing for a couple of years."
Davidson Local Five Course Holiday Twist Dinner: Dec 3rd 7pm
Join us for our second foodie and hyperlocal evening of culture, bites and conversation with local news lovers. This mouthwatering event begins at 7 pm on Saturday, December 3rd. Seating will be limited. Attire: Dressy Casual of course.
Denton Christmas Train. FAQ's
From entertainment to payment requirements…here is what you need to know about Davidson County’s most beloved Christmas Train.
City of Lexington to review Auditor's Communications Letter
Finance Director John Overton will introduce Ms. Cassie Wilson, Audit Manager, with Martin Starnes & Associates, CPAs who will present the City's Annual Comprehensive Financial Report (ACFR) for fiscal year ended June 30, 2022.
Director James Littlejohn welcomes new faces to 'Fences' auditions
Auditions will be held on December 16 from 7-9 p.m. and December 17 from 12-2 p.m. with callbacks on December 18 from 2-4 p.m. Although Littlejohn has a strong musical background, he wanted those auditioning to know “Fences” is not a musical.
Anything For Our Youth to host Holiday Craft Show Dec. 3rd
The event will be held on Saturday December 3, 2022; 10:00 am - 12:00 pm at 119 W 3rd Avenue Event Center Lexington, NC.
Small Business Saturday: Open Market Collective serves as business incubator
Open Market Collective gives entrepreneurs a brick and mortar presence in uptown Lexington
Davidson County Railroad Project requires multiple road closures
The N.C. Department of Transportation will close several roads in Davidson County beginning next week for a railroad maintenance project.
Op-Ed: Shop big on small business Saturday
Saturday, November 26, is Small Business Saturday – a day set aside each year to celebrate and support small businesses all across the United States for all they do in our local communities. In Lexington and Davidson County, that means all the local businesses we know and love and would be hard-pressed to imagine our main streets and greater communities without.
Thomasville Police Department announces retirement of K-9 Vilko
The Thomasville Police Department would like to announce the retirement of K-9 Vilko.
NCDOT Suspends most construction during Thanksgiving holiday
The N.C. Department of Transportation has temporarily halted most construction activity along major highways to keep traffic flowing for holiday travel.
Anthony Bowens: Gators bring home second championship
Named after creatures of fierce strength and tenacity, the eight-year-old and up (8U) category of Lexington Gators brought home a second Central Carolina Youth Athletic League Championship (CCYALC) last Saturday.
Highway Patrol Promotes Traffic Safety for Holidays
The State Highway Patrol expects the coming weeks to bring more vehicle traffic to our roadways with an increase in holiday travelers. This expected increase in roadway users will put a premium on the need for awareness, enforcement and education by the Patrol as it hopes to curb dangerous driver behaviors to include speeding, distracted driving and impaired driving.
Foster Elves Coordinator invites
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Lexington Police investigate robbery
During the early morning hours of Sunday, November 20, four suspects crashed a vehicle into M&T Pawn Shop on Main Street, then stole an unknown amount of firearms from the business. Lexington Police Department is working with other agencies to investigate the incident.
Davidson County Health Dept. encourages food safety guidelines from CDC
Feasting with family is part of many holiday celebrations. Follow these tips to help prevent food poisoning, or foodborne illness, during the holidays.