The Davidson County Republican Women hosted Conservative Conversations this past weekend at the home of Gregg and Carol Stutes.
WBFJ Summer SideShow is coming to Midway
Local Christian radio station, WBFJ is visiting local home grown businesses for their 60 Minute Summer SideShow weekly. On Tuesday, July 20, they’ll be at Brett's Imports Limited in Midway from 12:00 p.m. until 1:00 p.m.
Edward C. Smith Civic Center renovations unveiled
With some major renovations now complete, the Edward C. Smith Civic Center is once again taking reservations for live theater, concerts, film screenings, meetings, weddings, receptions, and other special events.
New board of elections members to be sworn in
The Davidson County Board of Elections will meet Tuesday, July 20, 2021 at 12:00 p.m. in the Davidson County Board of Elections office located at 945 N. Main St., Lexington, NC to be sworn in as members of the Davidson County Board of Elections for a two year term.
From a teen's perspective: COVID-19 Vaccinations
In this column, student writer Sidney Briggs says, “It’s been a long journey. In Davidson County, students haven’t had a normal school schedule since March 2020, and even then we didn’t go back to school for a few months. This took a mental toll on students and lowered motivation and interest in school. Mental health issues have been increasing, especially in students who sit on Zoom all day.”
Health Department vaccine schedule for July 19-23
Davidson County Transportation is still offering rides to individuals needing assistance with transportation to vaccine clinics. They should call (336)242-2250 to make arrangements.
Tasty Tips with Tamara Cade: One Pot Shrimp Scampi
Seafood and pasta is always a good option.
Rhythm & Bass – Musician, Wil Petty
As a child, Wil Petty would move around to the sound of music coming from his parents stereo speakers.
Candidate filings closed for municipal elections to be held in Nov
Most local municipalities will vote on Nov. 2nd. Here are the candidate filings for local elections that have not been delayed due to pending census results.
Davidson County named award winner
Davidson County has been named by the Center for Digital Government as one of the Top 10 Digital Counties Survey Awards winners, among counties across the nation with a population between 150,000 and 249,999 people.
DCS makes administrative changes, hears from parents about CRT
The Davidson County Schools (DCS) Board of Education held their a meeting on Wednesday, June 23 at Davis-Townsend Elementary School.
A farming dream turned reality at Seven Sisters Farm
As a child we all have dreams of becoming something big when we grow up, like a rockstar, veterinarian or doctor. At the age of three, Janice Fine, owner of The Seven Sisters Farm, drew a picture that said “when I grow up I want to be a farmer” and the journey began.
Cathy's Creative Corner: "So…Both of Y’All are Stupid”
Every time I think of this, it feels like it happened yesterday. I can remember the tears swelling in my eyes and seeing my sister ball her fist.
Davidson Local Top 5: July 12-16
A lot has been happening around Davidson County this week. Check out the top 5 as well as other local news articles.
Ribbon Cutting for Boones Cave Park
The Davidson County Board of Commissioners held a ribbon cutting at Boones Cave Park in Lexington. Along with members of the Board of Commissioners, there were many representatives from the Davidson County Parks and Recreation Commission and County Management Staff in attendance at the ribbon cutting.
Lexington school board honors track champions
The Lexington City School Board of Education extended access to their first open meeting during COVID with a presentation from athletic director Ronnie Beverly honoring the 2020 Lexington Senior High School girl’s track champions.
Foundation For The Carolinas Awards $36,000 Grant to Hospice of Davidson County
Th Foundation For through its Foundation For a Healthy Carolina fund, recently awarded Hospice of Davidson County a $36,000 grant to support the funding of TapCloud, the agency’s telehealth program.
Brews, Grooves and News with Brooke
Your insider’s Guide to Weekly Local Events for July 16-July 22.
Commissioners and governor appoint community college trustees
Three members were appointed to the Davidson-Davie County Community College Board of Trustees during their monthly meeting on Tuesday, July 13.
Participation in Youth Sports Declining: Part 3
Haven Callahan, 12, said he became involved with sports in Davidson County when he was three years old.