It’s your weekly installment of Brews, Grooves, & News with Brooke Maners for May 20th-May 27th!
LPD officer steps into new role
At a young age, Ronnie Best, Jr. knew his optimal career path.
Vote for the Doak Skate Park mural
Voting is now open on the city of Thomasville’s Parks and Recreation Department’s Facebook page.
The Lee Greenwood Patriot Awards Dinner at Childress Vineyards
Helping a Hero’s Lee Greenwood Patriot Awards hosted by Lee Greenwood and co-chairs Richard Childress and Art Fisher. Award recipients include the Honorable Dan Forest, Bass Pro Shops CEO Johnny Morris, Fox News Host Ainsley Earhardt, recording artist Michael W. Smith, Paula Deen, and Penny and Bob Barnhill.
Davidson-Davie pharmacy tech graduates certified to give immunizations
The college and APhA will continue offering the certification opportunity as a continuing education class for qualified pharmacy technicians or state-authorized pharmacy interns, with the next in-person class scheduled for June 19.
Preserving Dunbar: Involuntary Integration
Integrate (per Merriam-Webster): to form, coordinate, or blend into a functioning or unified whole.
Everybody say bingo
The City of Lexington Parks and Recreation Department will be hosting Drive-In Bingo on Thursday, May 20 at 6 p.m.
Local teen graduates from prestigious Law Literacy Program
To those entering the doors of Journey Church on Monday, May 17, it was evident people were there for something or someone special.
Baker makes history as county's first African American judge
Last week, Governor Roy Cooper made a historic appointment by naming Lexington based attorney Rosalind Baker to serve as District Court Judge in Judicial District 22B. She will fill the seat vacated by the Hon. April Wood.
Keep Davidson County Beautiful pop up clean ups
Keep Davidson County Beautiful is looking for volunteers.
Sheets recital will be held this weekend
Join Sheets Dance Academy for their end of year show on Saturday, May 22 from 2:30 p.m. until 4 p.m. at Bull City Ciderworks (BCC).
Families share impact of Williams syndrome
Two Davidson County local mothers, Shannon Elliott and Ashley Hicks Carroll, each who have a child diagnosed with Williams syndrome reached out to share their personal stories and to raise awareness of WS.
Bristle + Pine Artisan Market opens uptown
The name of a new Lexington business, Bristle + Pine Artisan Market, sums up the eclectic range of product offerings in this innovative uptown Lexington retailer.
Tasty Tips with Tamara Cade: Ground Beef Skillet
This dinner takes less than 45 minutes to prepare and cook. Nice and easy!
Law enforcement carries torch for Special Olympics
“The Law Enforcement Torch Run for Special Olympics is important because the money raised supports the nearly 40,000 children and adults with intellectual disabilities and their families statewide,” Cpl. Jeremy K. Parks of the Davidson County Sheriff’s Office said. The run takes place on Wednesday evening.
Davidson-Davie celebrates with over 2,300 graduates
Davidson-Davie Community College celebrated the accomplishments of 2,363 graduates who earned a collective total of 1,217 associate degrees, 408 diplomas, and 1,719 certificates.
Cooking with Cousin Eddie's: Crock Pot Mac & Cheese
It’s cook out season. Try making your Mac and Cheese with BBQ sauce. {Contributed Photo}
Following new CDC Guidance on face coverings, Governor Cooper lifts many COVID-19 restrictions
Today, Governor Roy Cooper and North Carolina Department of Health and Human Services Secretary Mandy K. Cohen, M.D. shared an update on the state’s COVID-19 progress. Throughout the pandemic, state officials have taken a data-driven approach and have been guided by the science in making decisions.
Uptown Lexington Summer Strolls 2021
Uptown Lexington, Inc. will host four Summer Strolls from May through August. The four Summer Strolls, which have been held only on Friday evenings in the past, will kick off Saturday, May 22 for the Shoppin’ Streatery!
J. SMITH YOUNG YMCA NAMES JEN FULLER-ALLEN AS NEW CEO
J. SMITH YOUNG YMCA NAMES JEN FULLER-ALLEN AS NEW CEO. Jen Brings 20 Years experience to organization. YMCA Board Selects First Female Leader.