Lexington City Schools newly formed Jacket Parent Academy held its first end of the year celebration on Wednesday evening, May 25 at Charles England Elementary School.
Thomasville Memorial Day Parade, ceremonies set for this weekend
Organizers invite the public to come out to Downtown Thomasville on Monday, May 30th at 9:00am the our annual Memorial Day Parade. The parade will start at The Big Chair and go down Salem Street towards Memorial Park Dr. This event is hosted by the NC Memorial Day Parade Committee. The Grand Marshal for this year is Lt. Governor Mark Robinson.
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Rotary hosts Central Carolina Conference Awards Luncheon
The Lexington and Thomasville Rotary Clubs 2022 Central Carolina Conference Awards Luncheon was held at the Rittling Conference Center on Wednesday, May 25th from 12 to 1pm.
Chamber member, Three Rivers Land Trust, hosting raffle with over $200,000 in prizes
In efforts to raise money for local conservation, Three Rivers Land Trust has introduced their TRLT Conservation Raffle with over $200,000 in prizes available.
Series of the structure fires at 190 Leroy Drive
One person was arrested in connection with multiple fires occurring at 190 Leroy Dr. in Davidson County.
Lexington’s Juneteenth Celebration to focus on history, culture and art
On Saturday, June 18th, Anything for Our Youth, in collaboration with City of Lexington Utilities, Davidson Local will host the event. Admission is free to the public. Food and craft vendors will have select items for sale.
Rachel's Series: Interview with DCHD's Janna Walker
It’s hard to believe two years have passed since the start of the COVID-19 pandemic.
Thomasville High receives national award
Thomasville High School is the recipient of the National Athletic Trainers’ Association (NATA) Safe Sports School award for its athletic program.
High Rock River Rats award scholarships
Three scholarships were presented by the organization.
Jif Peanut Butter recalled nationwide; NCDHHS urges consumers to check labels
The North Carolina Department of Health and Human Services is advising people to not eat or serve certain Jif brand peanut butter products that are being recalled due to potential Salmonella contamination.
Former teacher plans to accept position as Ward 4 representative for LCS BOE
Lisa Hathaway, a former special education teacher at Lexington Senior High School (LSHS), has shared with Davidson Local that she will be the new Ward 4 representative on the Lexington City Schools Board of Education.
Local Girl Scout brings teen PRIDE Parade to Lexington
The Teen Pride Parade will be on Saturday, June 4. Here’s how it will go: At 1 p.m., participants will gather at the historic St. Stephen United Methodist Church’s lawn to make signs that express their beliefs during the walk. At 2 p.m., they’ll walk on the sidewalks in uptown Lexington. Then, they’ll return to the First Reformed United Church of Christ (FRUCC) Fellowship Hall at 3 p.m. to hear from speakers—including Rev. Elizabeth Horton, Rev. Dr. Arnetta Beverly, a representative from PFLAG, and Miller herself—as well as engage in community building activities. Snacks will be provided.
Family Services preps parents to discuss recent gun violence
Family Services of Davidson County is one of several organizations offering crisis intervention and advice to local families.
Moore presented with Long Leaf Pine award
Reverend Lamar Moore has been awarded the highest honor for state service granted by the Office of the Governor for achievement and service, the Order of the Long Leaf Pine.
TCS board will become an elected position in 2023
On April 18, the Thomasville City Council adopted a resolution to covert the Thomasville City Schools Board of Education positions from appointed to elected. The first election will take place on November 7, 2023.
Flag burning ceremony a first for Banks-Miller Post 255
On the morning of May 21, history was made as American Legion Banks-Miller Post 255 held a flag burning ceremony - a first in the organization’s nearly 70 year history.
Republic Light hosts Jonathan Uzcategui
Republic Light hosts Jonathan Uzcategui on 100 county tour.
Local residents honored by The Arc of Davidson County
The Arc of Davidson County recently recognized individuals making a difference in the lives of people with intellectual and developmental disabilities.
Click It or Ticket Campaign Statewide Enforcement Campaign kicks off today
Fasten your seatbelts - summer’s heating up, and so is the statewide Memorial Day Click It or Ticket enforcement campaign, which kicks off Monday, May 23.