North Davidson's football season ended 1 game away from the state championship as the visiting Salisbury Hornets came in and stung the Knights. {Photos Brooke Maners/Daivdson Local}
Cousin Eddie’s Twisty Dog
Grilling season is HERE and Cousin Eddie’s team has a kid friendly tip that’s fun for the whole family.
Smith named LCS Teacher of the Year
When Trisha Smith relocated to Lexington in 2015, the thought of being publicly rewarded for operating within her passion wasn’t a part of her plan.
United Way Spring Service Project
On Thursday April 29th, members of the Emerging Leader’s Society, the Board of Directors, the United Way staff and community friends went to the home of Adam, Amber and Blake Shore.
DHS announces extension of REAL ID full enforcement deadline
Today, Secretary of Homeland Security Alejandro N. Mayorkas announced the Department of Homeland Security (DHS) is extending the REAL ID full enforcement date by 19 months, from October 1, 2021 to May 3, 2023, due to circumstances resulting from the ongoing COVID-19 pandemic.
NC expands eligibility for food assistance
The North Carolina Department of Health and Human Services today announced it is expanding eligibility for food assistance benefits to help college students who are struggling to purchase food and stay in school during the pandemic.
Cathy's Creative Corner: When the Curtains Blow
Every Friday, for your reading pleasure, we will publish a short story by Catherine Lyons. Enjoy!
Scholarship fund sees growth
The Johnny Leroy Dawkins, Jr, Scholarship [JLDS] was established 10 years ago.
Davidson County Clerk Debbie Harris Named Clerk of the Year
Davidson County Clerk to the Board Debbie Harris was presented the 2019 Howard Holly Outstanding Clerk of the Year Award on April 23, 2021, during the North Carolina Association of County Clerks Annual Conference.
Spin4Life takes the Polar Plunge to help cancer patients
Spin4Life is a fundraiser that has been taking place in Davidson County for 14 years.
Commissioners approve funds usage for airport hangar
On Tuesday evening, the Davidson County Board of Commissioners unanimously approved the usage of $1.2 million in sales tax to be used to construct a new hangar at the Davidson County Airport.
City of Lexington Proposes Budget
In a specially called meeting by the City of Lexington, City Manager Terra Greene presented an overview of Proposed City of Lexington Annual Budget for Fiscal Year 2021-2022. Greene presented a high-level overview of the proposed budget to council members that included a focus on “City of Choice” themes previously reviewed and rated by City Council.
River House Emporium has new owners
The new owners of River House Emporium, an antique and home décor store at 23 S. Main St. in Lexington, will celebrate their grand reopening at the shop at 11 a.m. Saturday.
Preserving Dunbar: The Option to Purchase
In 2006, the Lexington City Schools (LCS) Board of Education voted to build a new, state-of-the-art school on Cornelia St.
Governor Cooper highlights State’s resilience throughout the pandemic, calls on Legislative leaders to work together to ensure shared recovery
Tonight, Governor Roy Cooper delivered his third State of the State address. The speech highlighted North Carolinians’ resilience throughout the pandemic and reinforced the need for legislators to work together to help the state rebuild from the pandemic even stronger by expanding Medicaid, raising teacher pay, investing in workforce training and solidifying the state’s infrastructure.
State Highway Patrol encourages driver vigilance around agricultural areas
As our state’s vibrant agricultural industry becomes more present on the roadways this time of year, the State Highway Patrol reminds motorist of practices they can take to keep everyone safe.
Group hosts candlelight vigil for Gloria Cross
Members of the group, Unity for Change, gathered in front of the old Davidson County Courthouse, in Uptown Lexington, on Monday evening to host a candlelight vigil for the late Elder Gloria Cross.
Teen suicide and cyber bullying event
The Davidson County Tri-District’s School Health Advisory Council will host an awareness event on teen suicide and cyber bullying on April 28 from 6 p.m. to 8 p.m. Additional information is on the flyer.
Local school system offers self-care training
Lexington City Schools and The Social and Emotional Learning Group are partnering to a offer an online Self-Care training for Parents and Caregivers on Thursday, April 29.
Josh Stein: Don’t fall for fake vaccine cards
More than 3 million North Carolinians are now fully vaccinated against the COVID-19 virus. This is a remarkable step forward in our fight against the pandemic, and soon we can begin safely returning to our lives. But scammers have used the pandemic as an excuse to take advantage of people for the past year, and they’re still at it. The next fight against COVID-19 vaccine scams is stopping the spread and use of false vaccine cards.