Information about kickoff fundraiser for new non-profit organization.
Upcoming American Sign Language classes
The West Davidson Public Library (WDPL) and Services for the Deaf and Hard of Hearing of Davidson County (SDHHDC) will be hosting a six week beginner level American Sign Language class.
Caterer pivots to home-delivered meals
When the pandemic put most people on stay-at-home orders in March 2020, Kathleen Watson, chef/ proprietor of Cuisine Kathleen, quickly pivoted from catering jobs for special events to home-delivered meals.
Union Baptist Church hosting 'Youth Power Week'
Union Baptist Church will hold their ‘Youth Power Week August 2-August 8.
Lexington's tallest building demolition and construction begins
The demolition and reconstruction project of the First National Bank buildings (formerly Lexington State Bank Plaza) on West Center Street and South State Street began last week.
Court of Appeals to resume in-person oral arguments in August
The North Carolina Court of Appeals will resume its regular schedule of oral arguments in person when the fall session begins in August. The first arguments are scheduled for the week of August 10, 2021.
LFD responds to apartment fire on London Ct.
Monday morning Lexington Fire Department responded to an apartment fire at 12 London Court
Free college? A Q&A with Davidson-Davie
Amidst all the buzz about FREE college, Davidson Local reached out for a Q&A with the folks at Davidson-Davie to learn more.
Thomasville city council meetings summary
Last week, the Thomasville City Council met on Monday, July 19 and Thursday, July 22. Highlights from both meetings are enclosed.
From a teen's perspective: Give the roads back to the people
For the past two weeks, I virtually attended the Yale Young Global Scholars (YYGS) program.
Chamber's Summer Sounds concert is NOW free
The Lexington Area Chamber announced: “With COVID restrictions lifted, we now have the opportunity to open the concert up without restricting the number of attendees with ticket sales! Admission is now FREE for everyone!!!” The one day concert event will be held on August 14th from 4pm to 10pm at the Breeden Insurance Amphitheater.
National Night Out returns
As was the case with most events last year, the Lexington Police Department’s (LPD) National Night Out was canceled. Next month, LPD, which has hosted the community event annually since the late 1990s, is poised to continue using the nationwide initiative to assist in developing relationships with citizens.
Health Department vaccine schedule for July 26-30
Health department COVID-19 vaccine schedule for July 26-July 30.
Commissioners discuss development projects
On Thursday, July 22, at 8:00 a.m., the Davidson County Commissioners held their July meeting.
West Davidson library utilizing grant for summer film festival
As reported earlier this year, West Davidson Public Library was selected as one of 300 libraries to participate in Libraries Transforming Communities: Focus on Small and Rural Libraries, an American Library Association (ALA) initiative that helps library workers better serve their small and rural communities.
Davidson County road to close for repair
A section of road in Davidson County is set to close this week while crews replace a failed drainage pipe.
Lexington's Got Talent: A photo gallery
Underworld Music Group organizers Byron “Mr. Might” McIntosh-Bey, Marlo “Uptown” Moses and Adrian “Supreme” McClelland presented “I Got It” showcase Saturday at Breeden Amphitheater.
Tasty Tips with Tamara Cade: Honey Soy Chicken Thighs
If you like chicken thighs, you’ll love this recipe.
Thomasville bridge replacement brings a detour
THOMASVILLE – Starting next week, N.C. Department of Transportation contractors will narrow lanes on a Davidson County road for several months for a bridge replacement. On July 26, crews will begin to replace the bridge on Smith Drive near Westwood Avenue with a culvert. Work is expected to be complete by May 31, 2022.
Cousin Eddie's Baked Cabbage Steaks
Here is the latest recipe from Cousin Eddie’s.