A multi-agency high visibility engagement in the area of Gumtree Road and Hwy 109 North, Winston Salem led to almost 100 charges.
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United We Stand: Celebrating United Way month, locally
United Way of Davidson County is composed of staff and a 30-person volunteer Board of Directors representing business, social services, local government, and individual donors across Davidson County.
Leadership transition for Family Services of Davidson County
Family Services of Davidson County (FSDC) has begun their search for a new Executive Director. Tim Tilley, who has been with FSDC since its inception and led the agency as ED during the last four years, has announced his retirement at the end of 2023.
Give Work A Chance Job Fair Employer Profile: Graham Personnel Services (GPS)
We’re planning for a great turnout at the Give Work A Chance Job Fair on August 24th. We will have many opportunities of different education and skill levels, ranging from entry-level roles requiring no previous experience, to jobs that require a degree and experience.
A Photo Gallery: Matthew Liles Skills Camp
Approximately 55 campers, ranging from grades third through 12th were in attendance. Participants worked on a wide range of skills including shooting, dribbling and passing.
The Roy Ackland Memorial Charity Chili Cook-off and Craft Fair promotion
The Ackland Family is putting on a memorial charity event for Roy Ackland, on Saturday, October 7th from 10am to 6pm at the Denton FarmPark in Denton, NC.
United Way kicks off campaign to raise more than 1 million for local nonprofits
Davidson Local interns are putting a youthful spin on stories in the next few months. Youth Correspondent Riley Elliott attended the campaign celebration and interviewed the staff of United Way. Visit her SCOOP segment and look for more United Way stories as the campaign begins August 1st.
Davidson County Senior Centers expand programming
Davidson County Senior Services is excited to announce the expansion of senior center programming in the Denton and Southmont communities.
CIS will host 14th Annual Big Toy Day
Communities in Schools of Lexington/Davidson County (CIS) will host the 14th Annual Big Toy Day on Saturday, August 26, 2023. The family friendly, outdoor event will take place from 9 a.m. until 1 p.m. at the Davidson County Airport, free for children ages 10 and under and $5 for all others.
National Night Out to be held in October
This year, LPD will be participating in National Night Out on Tuesday, October 3rd, from 6:00pm until 9:00pm.
Davidson County Cooperative Extension Master Gardner needs volunteers
There will be an Information Meeting on Tuesday, August 8, from 6pm -7 pm at the Cooperative Extension Building Auditorium.... 301 East Center Street, Lexington, NC 27292.
Senior Services Café campaign with extra incentives for new attendees
Davidson County, NC –Beginning in July, The Davidson County Department of Senior Services initiated a campaign to increase attendance at the five Senior Cafés across the county. New registrants who attend a minimum number of days within the first month will be eligible to receive a $70 Meat Sampler Box voucher that can be redeemed at either Conrad and Hinkle in Lexington or Shuler Meats in Thomasville.
Intern Katelynn's Column: Cambodian history and culture
As someone with Cambodian ancestry, I have great pride in our lengthy history and complex culture.
Need to drop off some books? The Friends of the Library will accept them
You can drop off books from 10am until 1pm on Saturday, July 29.
Cancer Services provides support to patients, survivors, caregivers
For information, visit Cancer Services of Davidson County (cancerservicesofdc.org). Cancer Services is a United Way of Davidson County agency.
Davidson County Animal Shelter is running an adoption special
You can adopt a cat or dog for $15 if you donate a bag of dog or cat food (bags must be unopened and in date.)
A Photo Gallery: Unveiling of historical marker at St. Stephen UMC
Occupying the oldest extant African-American sanctuary of any denomination in Lexington, St. Stephen UMC was added to the National Park Service’s National Register of Historic Places on August 6, 2021.
Davidson County Senior Centers receive National Accreditation
The Davidson County Senior Centers in Lexington and Thomasville were awarded accreditation from the National Institute of Senior Centers (NISC) on July 17.
Hospice of Davidson County named 2023 HOSPICE HONORS RECIPIENT
Once again, Hospice of Davidson County has been named a 2023 Hospice CAHPS Honors Award recipient by HEALTHCAREfirst, a leading provider of revenue cycle management services,
Painted Piano Festival, Thomasville, North Carolina
Main Street in Downtown Thomasville, Friday, August 11 from 4-6 pm for the official debut of ten Painted Pianos.