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Thomasville Library honors James A. Beatty Jr.
After his family moved to Thomasville when he was only three weeks old, Beatty (a Thomasville High School alumnus) went on to receive President Bill Clinton's nomination for United States district judge of the United States District Court for the Middle District of North Carolina. He became the chief judge of that court in 2006 and retired from active service in 2018.
LPD solves 1987 murder
Detectives with the Lexington Police Department utilized recent advancements in DNA technology to identify the suspect in a cold case from 1987, the murder of Mary Davis.
LCS Superintendent leaving at the end of June, replacement search to begin soon
After 37 years of service in public education and five years with Lexington City Schools, Superintendent, Dr. Anitra D. Wells, will resign her position effective June 30th, 2023.
Lexington Fire Department offers free smoke alarms
Contact the Fire Marshal's Office at 336-248-3933 during business hours to schedule a time for us to install them for you.
Thomasville honors “unchained” history
The Thomasville Black History Month committee is set to host a program in celebration of African Americans’ history, contributions and culture. According to city councilor and organizer Wendy Sellars, there will be a display of citizens and their contributions to the Thomasville and Davidson County communities.
Lexington hosts 2nd Annual Black History Celebration
The City of Lexington held its 2nd Annual Black History Celebration on Sunday, February 5 outside of City Hall.
Lexington Fire Department responds to house fire
On Monday, February 6, at 9:28 am, the City of Lexington Fire Department responded to a residential house fire on West Seventh Street Extension.
Uptown merchants to celebrate “Galentine’s Day” Thursday night
Girls just want to have fun on Galentine’s Day.
Jarvis: Bill will protect local power grids from attacks
Political Opinion from State Senator Steve Jarvis.
Jobs: Davidson Davie offers Basic Law Enforcement Training
Basic Law Enforcement Training (BLET) is designed to give students essential skills required for entry-level employment as law enforcement officers with state, county, or municipal governments, or with private enterprises.
Local children need foster care
Davidson County currently has 36 licensed foster homes. Due to the high number of children in Foster Care care most of our foster homes are at capacity and cannot take any additional placements.
Advocates for Charles McNeair began clemency campaign
Approximately 30 supporters of Charles McNeair gathered on the steps of the Davidson County Courthouse, in the rain, on Thursday afternoon to raise awareness about what they view as an ‘injustice in the justice system.’
Jobs: Nucor to host Town Hall Meetings
The following are the dates, times and locations of the town halls, Wednesday, February 15 at 5:30, 201 W Salisbury Street Denton, NC and Thursday, February 23 at 5:30, Davidson Davie Community College, Rittling Conference Center, 297 Davidson Community Rd Thomasville, NC 27360.
Happy Black History Month from DL!
Be sure to check Davidson Local throughout the month for stories about local leaders, historical events and fond memories.
Law Enforcement: Person found dead at Ledford Middle School was not a threat to community
According to local law enforcement on Wednesday, February 1, 2023 at approximately 6:00 am, The Davidson County Sheriff’s Office responded to Ledford Middle School in reference to an unconscious person on school premises.
Lexington: 2nd Annual Black History Celebration at City Hall
The City of Lexington, along with the Black History Committee and community partners, is excited to host the 2nd Annual Black History Celebration at City Hall on February 5, 2023 at 2:00 pm, located at 28 West Center Street.
Register today: Hospice to host 14th annual Golf Tournament April 13th
Hospice of Davidson County will host its 14th annual golf tournament on Thursday, April 13 at Sapona Country Club in Lexington. The four-person Captain’s Choice event encourages participants to organize their own team, but can also pair individual golfers.
Salvation Army of Davidson County Lunch and Learn Series
Join us on Wednesdays at 12:15 pm for lunch and an educational topic relative to that month and awareness.
Give Work A Chance: The Thorminator
To help Career Technical Education, CTE, students to get a better appreciation of engineering functions and to get more excited about tools, I created the Thorminator Challenge.