Throughout 2021, residents and natives of Davidson County have given back to their community in various ways.
#DLYearInReview: Cousin Eddie's Recipes
Since our launch in April, we’ve regularly shared recipes from local entrepreneur, “Cousin Eddie.”
From the desk of Sen. Jarvis': Christmas Address
On behalf of myself and my family, I wanted to wish you and your loved ones a very Merry Christmas.
Cathy's Creative Corner: Santa Claus is a White Man?
This week’s story was written in December 1974. I was in my senior year in high school and it was printed in our Christmas newsletter.
Davidson Local Top 5: December 19-24
Check out this week’s most read articles.
#DLYearInReview: Arts, Entertainment and Photo Galleries
Although we’re still living in the COVID-19 pandemic, 2021 saw a return of events across the county.
Law enforcement hosts "Cops and Kids" Christmas shopping event
Members of the Davidson County Fraternal Order of Police (FOP) Lodge #97, took 25 children Christmas Shopping during its annual “Cops & Kids Christmas Shopping Event.”
Brews, Grooves and News with Brooke
Your insider’s guide to weekly local events.
Opinion: It's a self-care kind of Christmas
Health care issues, political division, and the loss of life as we knew it compounded to produce a tougher year than any of us have had to lead in our lifetimes. I schlepped along quietly until the past month. We couldn’t wait for 2020 to go away. Now it seems to be the consensus that most of us are OVER 2021.
Op Ed: #DLYearInReview: From Sen. Jarvis' Desk
State Senator Steve Jarvis represents the 29th District which includes Davidson County. Every Friday, his office shares the '“Raleigh Report'“ detailing what took place within the state legislature that week.
Resilient healthcare worker celebrated at Tree of Love ceremony
When Atrium Health Wake Forest Baptist Lexington Medical Center’s Foundation began planning this year’s annual “Tree of Love” ceremony, personnel immediately knew who should light the tree – Jenny Morrison.
Preserving Dunbar: Conflicting stories over building’s future emerges
A controversial project that planted many residents who live near Dunbar School on opposite sides of the spectrum from city of Lexington representatives is once again making headlines.
#DLYearInReview: Preserving Dunbar
Our first investigative series focused on the history of the institutions which once, during segregation, educated only Black students in Lexington.
Salvation Army plans to ring in a new year
As 2021 comes to an end, many families (one of the fastest growing segments of the homeless population) and neighbors in Davidson County are struggling.
Winners announced in Uptown Lexington Christmas decorating contest
Winners announced in Uptown Lexington Christmas Decorating contest.
#DLYearInReview: Columns and Opinions
Throughout the year, many observations, ideas and promptings have been shared under the two categories: Columns and Opinions.
Salute: V4L delivers items to Hospice for veterans
Two local organizations are collaborating to ensure our country’s soldiers are honored for their sacrifice, bravery and courage even as they face the reality of mortality: Veterans 4 Life (V4L), founded by US Army veteran, Dennis Cave, and Hospice of Davidson County.
Column: 'Tis the season to be tacky?
Another holiday event canceled. My tacky grinch inspired outfit can wait until next year. Have a safe holiday season!
Holiday grief: How to cope healthily
Struggling to get into the holiday spirit isn’t uncommon for many this time of the year.
A Photo Gallery: Holiday Englandwood
On Monday evening, Charles England Elementary School was transformed into a festive wonderland.