Elevated Wake Park, launched their Opening Day BLOWOUT event and Premiere Party" on Saturday, April 17th.{Photos by Brooke Maners/ Davidson Local} For the full visual highlights check out our album on Facebook.
Tasty Tips with Tamara Cade: Simple Chili
With cooler night time temperatures still lingering, your taste buds may be anxious for a warm bowl of chilli. If so, give this hearty recipe a try.
Fundraising and Friday Night Lights in North Davidson
It all started with the coin toss, as #9 Gavin Hill whom is unable to play as he fights his second bout with cancer walked to midfield as captain and North never looked back. North Davidson beat the Pisgah Bears all night in the first round of the 2AA playoffs 40-14. See the visual highlights by Davidson Local photographer Brooke Maners.
Cousin Eddie’s Stuffed Bell Peppers
Check out the weekly instalment of cooking with Cousin Eddie.
Davidson-Davie STORM heads to men’s basketball national tournament
It’s wheels-up for the top-seeded STORM men’s basketball team on Sunday as they head into the 2021 NJCAA Division II national tournament in Danville, Illinois -- a year after they had to give up their 2020 bid when the tournament was cancelled due to COVID. But the STORM only gained strength over the past year.
New assistant city manager settles into role
COVID-19 has ushered in many changes for Lexington. Businesses were forced to shut down. Some that closed for months are now reopening. During this time, Chip Vanderzee was promoted to assistant manager of the City of Lexington.
City of Lexington fire department responds to fire on Cotton Grove Road
LEXINGTON, NC – The City of Lexington Fire Department responded to a fire last night in a vacant house located at 500 Cotton Grove Rd. The cause of the fire is currently under investigation by the Lexington Fire Marshal and Lexington Police Department.
CDC and FDA update on Johnson and Johnson vaccine
Out of an abundance of caution, the CDC and FDA announced a recommendation to pause use of the Johnson & Johnson COVID-19 vaccine. Our primary concern is the health and safety of all North Carolinians. Therefore, NCDHHS is following the recommendation of the CDC and FDA and has asked our vaccinating providers to pause the administration of the J&J COVID-19 vaccine until we learn more.
Spring Drive-In Movie in Thomasville
On Saturday, April 17, at 8 p.m., the Thomasville Parks and Recreation Department will be hosting a drive-in movie at Cushwa Memorial Stadium. Monsters Inc. will be shown. There is no charge.
Preserving Dunbar: The City Council Vote
The bitter aftermath of last summer’s vote by the Lexington City Council to approve a zoning permit for Shelter Investments Development Corporation (SIDC) to convert Dunbar School on Smith Ave. into affordable, senior housing has been widespread throughout the Black community.
DC Commissioners approve pay raise for sheriff's department
The Davidson County Commissioners voted on Tuesday night in favor of a pay scale that will allot raises to members of the sheriff’s department based on years of employment.
Energy savings, global immersion discussed at LCS board meeting
Members of the Lexington City Schools Board of Education learned the school system might have some extra money in its pockets on Tuesday night, and they heard a presentation on the importance of a global-based curriculum.
Thomasville School Board dispatches awards and roofing contract
Thomasville City Schools opened its annual meeting in person and on Zoom with plans for the summer.
NC State Superintendent visits LCS
On Monday, Lexington City Schools (LCS) was the recipient of a visit by the state’s highest ranking public school’s administrator, State Superintendent Catherine Truitt. Staffers from the Department of Public Instruction (DPI) and State Board of Education accompanied her.
LPD Chief presents vision, announces promotions
Lexington Police Department (LPD) Chief Robby Rummage presented a plan to the Lexington City Council Monday night detailing the ‘Future of LPD.’
Dunbar School resolution stirs emotions at city council meeting
Dunbar School was once again a hot topic at Monday night’s city council meeting.
Free COVID-19 testing site still operating
The free COVID-19 testing site is still in operation at the Davidson County Fairgrounds. The fairgrounds are located at 400 Greensboro St. Ext. in Lexington.
Updated COVID-19 vaccine appointments
Davidson County Health Department announces COVID-19 vaccine scheduling updates.
DCHD will continue J&J vaccine distribution
The Davidson County Health Department (DCHD) is aware of reports of adverse reactions post Janssen (J & J) COVID-19 vaccination in other jurisdictions.
Youth and diversity welcomed by local DEM party
JacQuez Johnson, a Thomasville High School alumnus, was elected chairman on Saturday during the DCDP’s County Convention. At 21 years old, Johnson holds the distinction as the youngest to chair the DCDP. He is preceded by Tina Royal, the first Black woman to hold the post.