The Lexington City Schools Board of Education approved the promotion of Ms. Jihan Harvey to the position of Principal of Pickett Elementary on Tuesday, May 4, 2021 effective July 1, 2021.
NCDHHS reminds Medicaid beneficiaries of Friday, May 14 open enrollment deadline for NC Medicaid Managed Care
The North Carolina Department of Health and Human Services is in its final week of open enrollment for NC Medicaid Managed Care. Through Friday, May 14, beneficiaries can choose a primary care provider (PCP) and a health plan for their families’ care in preparation for the launch of NC Medicaid Managed Care on July 1.
Port-A-Pit legacy supports Crime Stoppers
Port-A-Pit legacy supports Crime Stoppers. May 9 -15 is National Police Appreciation Week.
Governor Cooper appoints local leaders to state board and commissions
Governor Cooper appoints local leaders to state boards and commissions.
Tasty Tips with Tamara Cade: Peach Cobbler
Peaches are a springtime favorite. Buy you a few and give this recipe a try.
Mother's Day: Cheyenne Swing a real life “Superwoman”
This mother’s day was different for Cheyenne Swing pictured pregnant during surrogacy, standing with husband Shawn, and her children Opie, and Cooper.
Cooking with Cousin Eddie: Smoked Brisket
Cooking with Cousin Eddie: Smoked Brisket
Cathy's Creative Corner: When the Curtains Blow-Part 2
Must be a little windy out there today, I thought to myself as I approached the kitchen.
Governor Cooper proclaims May 6, 2021 as National Day of Prayer
Governor Roy Cooper has proclaimed May 6, 2021 as National Day of Prayer in North Carolina to invite North Carolinians of all faiths and backgrounds to express their beliefs through prayer.
N.C. households can get help with monthly internet bills from federal program
North Carolinians can get critical help to pay for high-speed internet from a $3.2 billion federal program opening in May for families and households working, learning and shopping from home during the COVID-19 pandemic.
What’s old is new again at Hardware and Roses
Arianna Lester hoped she would be celebrating her first anniversary in business with Hardware and Roses at this point but the global pandemic delayed her store’s opening by several months.
LSHS girls' basketball coaches deliver cool treats with warm hearts
The Lady Jackets basketball coaches delivered frozen popsicles to elementary school children in Lexington this week. Coaches said it’s important to give back and let the community become more familiar with sports programs.
LFD Responds to an Apartment Fire
The City of Lexington Fire Department responded to a residential apartment fire at 503 Myers Park Dr. early Wednesday morning.
DCS teacher selected as Kenan Fellow
Laurie McKinney, a science teacher at Oak Grove High School, has been selected for the Kenan Fellows Program for Teacher Leadership --Spurring Innovation in Manufacturing (Gaffney) -- with Cornerstone Building Brands.
DCS will revert schedule in the fall
On Monday evening, the Davidson County School Board of Education voted 4-1 to revert to the schedule utilized in the 2019-20 school year.
Southwest Elementary lands preliminary funding for Global Academy
Members of the Lexington City Schools Board of Education approved preliminary funding for a Global Academy at Southwest Elementary School Tuesday evening, May 4. The unanimous decision paves the way for teachers and administrators to begin crafting a curriculum focused on greater cultural awareness.
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Celebrate with co-founders Kassaundra Lockhart and Antionette Kerr at 10am.
Preserving Dunbar: The Relocation
Anytime the words Dunbar/Charles England Intermediate School are mentioned in the presence of Emy Garrett and Rona Lockhart, nostalgia immediately takes over.
McGirt's contributions commemorated at reception
When Charles McGirt walked into the law offices at Brinkley Walser Stoner (BWS) in 1961, he never imagined he would still be walking into those offices six decades later.
Fundraiser to benefit local crimestoppers efforts
A Port-A-Pit Chicken Fundraiser for the Lexington Area Crimestoppers will be held on Friday, May 21 from 11 a.m. until 2 p.m. at 2nd Reformed Church of Christ.