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American Children’s Home receives national recertification
CEO Kat Barrier wrote in a statement: This is a significant achievement for our organization and one we should be extremely proud of accomplishing. COA accreditation affirms that an organization meets the highest national standards of best practice and establishes the organization’s credibility as effective and professionally sound. In addition, it provides assurance to all of our stakeholders that American Children’s Home is delivering needed, high-quality services in our community, conducting its operations successfully, and managing its funds effectively.
Public Notice: Board of Elections to meet regarding polling and date changes
The Davidson County Board of Elections will meet Tuesday, July 18, 2023 at 12:00 PM at the Board Office located at 945 N Main Street, Suite A, Lexington, NC 27292.
DDCC President, Dr. Darrin Hartness, has died
Hartness became president in January 2019.
Calvin's Column: An interview with Rabble and Rise co-owner Jia Miller
From a youth perspective: An interview with Rabble and Rise co-owner Jia Miller.
Davidson County Board of Commissioners July 13th Agenda
The Davidson County Board of Commissioners will meet Thursday, July 13 at 8am.
GOP Chair: Chris Jessup
The last sentence in the Declaration of Independence states, “And for the support of this Declaration, with a firm reliance on the protection of divine Providence, we mutually pledge to each other our Lives, our Fortunes and our sacred Honor.”
Op Ed: Local company announces Veterans Crisis Line
If you are a Veteran in crisis or concerned about someone who is, help is here.
Community Engagement: LSHS Principal Search Event
Lexington City Schools will host a community forum on Wednesday, July 12 from 4pm-5:30pm at the Lexington Senior High School Media Center. The basis for the meeting is to gather input from community stakeholders - staff, parents, coaches, etc. regarding their desires of the new principal.
LCS introduces Clear Backpack Policy to enhance school safety
Lexington City Schools is pleased to announce the implementation of a new policy aimed at enhancing the safety and security of our students.
Municipal election begins with 10 candidates registering
Friday, June 7, marked the first day candidates could file for November’s municipal election.
Blood drive to be held at Meadowview Presbyterian
Meadowview Reformed Presbyterian Church is hosting a blood drive on Tuesday, July 18 from 1pm-6pm.
Meet our new intern: Calvin Carrick
Introducing the “Summer of Fun” at Davidson Local!
Meet our new intern: Katelynn Suon
Introducing summer interns with Davidson Local.
Kassie's Column: For the Love of Food Trucks
There are a few things that make me giddy: impromptu gatherings with family and friends, being outside, traveling, concerts, hammocking aka mocking, puzzling, exercising, reading and last but certainly not least – eating! Yes, I eat.
Lexington Housing Authority has cleared all OIG findings
The Office of Inspector General (OIG) conducted an investigation of the Lexington Housing Authority and found numerous findings involving HUD compliance, insufficient policies, procedures and poor financial accountability
Salvation Army to host 1st Annual Kickball Classic Tournament fundraiser
Other than the known red kettles at Christmas, The Davidson County Salvation Army has not held another annual fundraising event.
Municipal elections filing period begins Friday, July 7
The filing period will conclude on Friday, July 21 at noon.
Archaeological firm announced for slave marker survey, public invited to watch fieldwork conduction
The public is invited to come watch in the afternoon of July 6. Cayla Cannon, a geophysical archaeologist, will be available at 2 pm to answer any questions and explain their data collection methods.
Diocese of Charlotte to donate Dunbar School to Preservation North Carolina in continued partnership for redevelopment, community benefit
Preservation North Carolina, in partnership with the Catholic Diocese of Charlotte, is pleased to announce the diocese’s donation of the historic Dunbar School in Lexington to the nonprofit organization, to help ensure the landmark is thoughtfully renovated and preserved for generations.