Eighteen school districts in North Carolina’s Piedmont region are joining forces to host free virtual information sessions for members of the public who are interested in careers in public education.
Honoring the life and leadership of Elder Gloria Cross
After a short and unexpected hospitalization, Elder Gloria Cross’s family announced that the well-known leader went on to be with her Creator last Sunday, April 17th. Services for our beloved Chapter President, Elder Gloria Cross will be held this weekend.
Public Viewing will be Saturday April 24, 2021 at Roberts Funeral Service 701 N. Main Street Lexington, NC 27292 from 1:00 pm to 6:00 pm. Funeral service will be held Sunday April 25, 2021 at the Breeden Insurance Amphitheater, 333 S. Main Street in Uptown Lexington, at 2pm.
Clerk's office hosts passport day on Saturday, April 24th
Sandie Tysinger Chappell, Clerk of Superior Court for Davidson County told Davidson Local, “We do Passport Day on Saturdays with hopes that people will not have to take time off of work or children out of school.” Learn more about Saturday’s Passport Day. Regular Courthouse entry rules apply to the day. No purses or cell phones are permitted.
Earth Day Pop-Up Cleanup
Uptown Lexington and Keep Davidson County Beautiful will host an Earth Day Pop-Up Cleanup on Thursday, April 22 from 10 a.m.-12 p.m
Preserving Dunbar: 12 Years of Ownership
When the Catholic Diocese of Charlotte [the Diocese] purchased Dunbar School in 2009 from Lexington City Schools [LCS], they had a vision.
Local community takes a breath after Chauvin's guilty verdict
Local activists and law enforcement respond to the emotional verdict of Ex-Minneapolis police officer found guilty on all counts and faces up to 40 years in prison.
Preview of Friday Night's Matchup: North Davidson vs Oak Grove
Emotions always run high in high school football playoffs, and this week's eagerly-anticipated rematch between North Davidson and Oak Grove will be no different. Davidson Local’s own Brooke Maners sits down with players and coaches for a pre-game conversation.
Thomasville: Utility work impacts water pressure on Tuesday
City of Thomasville announced a temporary interruption in water pressure due to utility work. TEXT-A-TIP
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Bars struggle to survive pandemic
St. Patrick’s Day is typically a big night for bars everywhere, but on the morning of March 17, 2020, N.C. Gov. Roy Cooper signed an executive order closing those establishments at 5 p.m. that very day.
April 19th-April 23rd COVID vaccine appointments
April 19th-April 23rd COVID vaccine appointments. Friday vaccines do not require an appointment.
Wake park opens with a blowout party
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.