The United Way Early Bird 5k is going Virtual this year for a number of reasons, but mostly because they want to provide a safe event and keep y'all healthy so you can join us in person in 2022 and have a great Thanksgiving!
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The Workshop of Davidson re-accredited by CARF
The Workshop of Davidson, Inc. was recently approved for another three-year accreditation by CARF International, The Commission of Accreditation of Rehabilitation Facilities.
Royal elected to ACCT Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion Committee
The Association of Community College Trustees (ACCT) recently announced the election of Tina Royal to the new ACCT Board of Directors and ACCT Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion Committee members and officers. Royal is Davidson County resident and serves of the board of Davidson-Davie Community College.
Local parent raises awareness about Phelan-McDermid Syndrome Awareness Day Oct 22
Friday, October 22 recognizes the Third Annual International Phelan-McDermid Syndrome Awareness Day so as to garner attention for PMS, a rare genetic condition affecting more than 2,500 people worldwide. It's estimated that one percent of people with autism have PMS, but many are undiagnosed. For Christy, Dave and adopted son Jack Hiller, this time of year is a special moment of remembrance.
Now More Than Ever: United Way needs your support
United Way is in the middle of our Workplace Giving Campaign! NOW MORE THEN EVER They need your help spreading the word!
Visit Uptown Lexington for the Boo Bash & Boo Crawl
Uptown Lexington, Inc. is excited to present the family-friendly Boo Bash from 6pm to 8pm on Saturday, October 30th, 2021. Several activities will bring the community together in a safe way including pumpkin painting, live music, courthouse lighting, a haunted house, and the best mask and costume contest.
The Scoop: Charlie's Champions help families surviving childhood cancer
Charlie’s champions is a foundation named after Charlie Ward. The foundation was founded in 2021 in an effort to help families with children fighting childhood cancer.
Wreaths Across America begins local campaign
Davidson County’s Leonard’s Creek Chapter, National Daughters of the American Revolution, has launched a fundraising campaign to carry out the organization’s mission to remember, honor and teach. The campaign involves asking the public to purchase wreaths to be placed on graves of local veterans.
Now More Than Ever: Pause in October and Domestic Violence Awareness Month
According to Family Services of Davidson County, “October is Domestic Violence Awareness Month, and we will again remember those whose lives were cut short because of domestic violence. Since 1995 Davidson County has lost 24 individuals due to fatal domestic violence occurrences.”
The Workshop of Davidson County will hold annual meeting Oct. 21st
The Workshop of Davidson, Inc. to hold virtual annual meeting. The annual meeting of The Workshop of Davidson, Inc. will be October 21 by ZOOM at 6 p.m. Agenda items will include election of officers and members to the Board of Directors. Membership dues must be paid to be eligible to vote.
TCS hosting food truck rodeo
TCS will have a food truck rodeo at Thomasville High School.
Now More Than Ever: Cancer Services offers emotional, physical and financial support
Cancer Services of Davidson County is a United Way of Davidson County partner agency that offers emotional, physical, and financial support to cancer patients throughout Davidson County. Their vision is to give cancer patients hope for life, and they help people like Alicia Ayers every day.
The Marine Corps Reserve Toys for Tots returns to Davidson County
After a few years of not having a Marine Corps Reserve Toys for Tots campaign, due to Jerry Foye’s passing, it is returning to Davidson County.
Keep Davidson County beautiful!
Learn more about the Oct 7th and 9th – Davidson County Big Sweep!
"Get Ready to Rumble" to help vets!
On Saturday, October 2, local charity BigBikes4Vets, Inc. assisted by the Rockingham Company will host “Rumble at the Depot,” a charity motorcycle and car show. The event is scheduled to take place at Bull City Ciderworks, 559 South Railroad St. in Lexington. Gates open at 1 p.m., live music kicks off at 2 p.m. and the festival will rumble throughout the evening until 10 p.m.
Now More Than Ever: The Tom A. Finch Community YMCA is all about teamwork
The Tom A. Finch Community YMCA’s mission statement is to put Christian principles into practice through programs that build a healthy spirit, mind, and body for all. Now More Than Ever is sponsored by the Davidson County United Way.
"Veterans are the focus" according to organizers of Confederate monument rededication
The Robert E. Lee Chapter 324, United Daughters of the Confederacy has maintained ownership of the Davidson County confederate monument since 1905. When ownership was determined and it was removed from Lexington’s square, the search began for new location. Organizers share their stories with Davidson Local.
High Rock Lake Clean Sweep
High Rock Lake Clean Sweep is an annual cleanup on High Rock Lake. The sweep collected an estimated three tons of trash from both Davidson and Rowan County on Saturday, Sept. 18. Trash drop-off sites include Southmont Wildlife Boat Access (Davidson County) and Second Dutch Creek Wildlife Boat Access (Rowan County.).
Now More Than Ever: Salvation Army helps those in most need by doing the most good
Now More Than Ever: Salvation Army helps those in most need by doing the most good
Former LHCDC rebrands with new name and logo
Lexington Housing Community Development Corporation (LHCDC) revealed its new name and logo this afternoon at a ribbon cutting and reception coinciding with its 25th anniversary.