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Weekly COVID-19 update for Davidson County: September 15
The Davidson County Health Department publishes COVID-19 case updates every Wednesday. Here is the latest information.
Governor Cooper proclaims September 15 - October 15, 2021 as Hispanic Heritage Month
Governor Roy Cooper has proclaimed September 15 - October 15, 2021 as Hispanic Heritage Month to recognize the culture, history and achievements of the Hispanic and Latinx community in North Carolina.
New Business: Smoke and Oak Cigars sets soft launch
“It was all a dream.” From smoked craft cocktails to fiery high-end sticks, Courtney Crowson of Smoke and Oak has a big vision for Lexington’s premier cigar lounge.
Commissioners disagree on health department spending
On Tuesday, September 15, the Davidson County Commissioners held one of their two monthly meetings.
Brews, Grooves and News with Brooke
Your insider’s guide to weekly local events for September 15-September 23
*All events with a Winston-Salem address are located within Davidson County.*
LCS needs substitute teachers
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Political Opinion: Llamando para un cambio para los estudiantes en las comunidades rurales
El mes pasado aproveché la oportunidad para hacer un llamado a nuestra comunidad joven para un cambio en mi comunidad rural. Sin embargo, se podría decir ¿qué cambio necesitamos exactamente? Le sorprenderá saber que hay muchas personas a las que no les gusta el cambio en nuestro condado. Recientemente se dijo: "No traigas ese tipo de problemas aquí, estamos en Davidson, eso no sucede aquí". Verá, como mujer de color que ha crecido en Davidson la mayor parte de su vida, me afecta directamente la desigualdad aquí, así que esta semana daremos un paso atrás y abordaremos uno de nuestros temas más importantes: Nuestros sistemas escolares.
Former LHCDC rebrands with new name and logo
Lexington Housing Community Development Corporation (LHCDC) revealed its new name and logo this afternoon at a ribbon cutting and reception coinciding with its 25th anniversary.
The Davidson County Schools Board of Education held a special called meeting Tuesday might to discuss their mask mandate.
Ministry provides necessities, listens to other's stories
“Everybody has a story.”
Political Opinion: Davidson County Democrats say making good citizens starts in our schools
Political Opinion: “It should not matter whether you are on the right or left of the political spectrum, at the end of the day we want a better Davidson County. This means we need to have these tough conversations, even if it makes us uncomfortable.” As part of our hyperlocal coverage, Davidson Local invites ALL registered political parties to submit a monthly opinion column by a designee.
Lexington council discusses community development grants
On Monday, September 13, the Lexington City Council held the first of their bimonthly meetings.
Burger Week: Less than a week away!
Join Davidson Local and friends for our Burgers, Brews & News event on September 23 at Bull City Ciderworks from 6:00pm-9:00pm.
Davidson-Davie partners with Gardner-Webb for transfer opportunities
Davidson-Davie Community College and Gardner-Webb University signed agreements to give Davidson-Davie students yet another way to advance their education by seamless transfer to Gardner-Webb, a private, four-year Christian school located in Boiling Springs, west of Charlotte. The agreements were formalized in a signing ceremony on Friday that included leaders from both schools.
Health officials urge North Carolinians to get vaccinated for flu as COVID-19 cases remain high
Public health officials with the North Carolina Department of Health and Human Services are urging North Carolinians to protect themselves, their families and those around them by getting vaccinated against Influenza as the state enters flu season while experiencing a surge of COVID-19 caused by the Delta variant.
Portion of streets in Lexington closed temporarily
Temporary road closures in Lexington.
Vanessa Riley, author of Island Queen, is coming to Lexington
Vanessa Riley will be hosted by Pig City Books and Davidson Local on Sunday, September 26 at 1:00pm at Bull City Ciderworks. The event is free! Join us!
Health department vaccine schedule for September 13-17
This week’s Davidson County Health Department vaccine schedule.
NCWorks of Davidson County and Goodwill joint hiring event
On Wednesday, September 15, NCWorks of Davidson County and Goodwill Industries of Northwest NC Lexington are joining together to host a Hiring Event!