Uptown Lexington congratulates award winners from the 2022 Annual Meeting! “Thank you to everyone who supports our mission daily to revitalize our growing downtown community.” Jacob Gordan, Executive Director
Three-month culvert replacement starting next week in Davidson County
Beginning June 13, the western end of Handy Road will be closed in both directions near Cabin Creek for about 45 days to allow contract crews to replace the first of two culverts beneath the roadway.
Know your farmers: Gentle Harmony Farm
Meet Charles and Pamela Leonard of Gentle Harmony Farm, an organic medicinal herb farm located in the Yadkin River valley. When they purchased the property in 2008, they didn't intend for it to become a working farm as they had retired. Pamela had an increasing interest in herbal medicine that, coupled with their desire to have a productive second career, led them to a world of sustainable, organic agriculture.
Upcoming poverty simulation and hate crime workshop
We, the city of Lexington, are excited to confirm that we will participate in a Poverty Simulation hosted by NC Community Action.
United Way Bike Night
On Friday, June 3 the United Way of Davidson County participated in Big Bikes for Vets monthly Bike Night.
Community Teen Pride: Chants of "Love Always" abound
For several years, 16-year-old Girl Scout Jianna Miller knew she wanted her Gold Award project to be a Pride March for teens. The Gold Award is the highest award for Girl Scouts, in which individuals address issues in their community by making lasting change and 80 hours of work. The parade garnered a host of media attention from across the state.
Dive into “Oceans of Possibilities” at the DCPL
Explore the “Oceans of Possibilities” at the Davidson County Public Library in Lexington with Animal Programs from the North Carolina Zoo and the Greensboro Science Center.
David Parde: Fallen Lexington police officer honored at national memorial
Lexington Police Officer David Parde was honored at the National Peace Officer’s Memorial in Washington, DC. Parde was one of the 619 officers inducted into the National Law Enforcement Memorial in 2022.
Mental Health: NAMI to host virtual annual meeting
Our local affiliate of the National Alliance on Mental Illness announces the NAMI NW Piedmont, NC’s Annual Meeting June 21, 2022 at 7PM featuring guest speaker Dr. Chris Aiken.
Master Gardeners Tour flourishes with visitors
Tickets are still on sale for $20 at Breeden Insurance, 312 West Center Street and the entrance to Grimes Park, 25 Hege Drive. The tickets include a tote bag with detailed information about each garden, a map, pen and more.
Faith and Fellowship: Jesus is Our Friend
A man that hath friends must shew himself friendly! And there is a friend that sticks closer than a brother -Proverbs 18:24.
Ann's Column: Have we become numb to displays of violence?
“I think we have to stop just asking questions, writing columns, debating, arguing. It is past time to talk, and time to act. We are the “thinking species.” We can do it; we have worked out so many huge problems in the past.” Ann Holbrooks
Live United: United Way seeks volunteers to help allocate funds
Each year, a group of around 100 volunteers participate in this process to review applications from nonprofits requesting funds from United Way of Davidson County. These volunteers make decisions on how to allocate funding to a variety of local agencies doing life-changing work. Our community relies on these volunteers to act as stewards for funds by the United Way of Davidson County. You can be part of this amazing group!
First Reformed UCC Community Garden undergoing restoration - volunteers needed
With an initial grant from the Davidson County Health Department and ongoing support from the Church consistory and the Lexington Garden Club, volunteers and paid garden workers from the Open Hands Ministry of Davidson County have added an automated irrigation system, raised metal garden beds and a pollinator garden to attract bees and butterflies to the vegetable garden.
Summer feeding program starts Monday at select Thomasville schools
Thomasville City Schools is participating in the Federally Funded Summer Feeding Program beginning Monday, June 6, 2022 - Friday, August 19, 2022
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NC Institute of Medicine launches task force on Healthy Aging
The North Carolina Institute of Medicine (NCIOM) has launched a Task Force on Healthy Aging to focus on policies and practices to support aging in place in North Carolina Communities
Lexington Fire Department Responds to Fire on Drexel Circle
Around 1:45 pm on Sunday, May 29th, the Lexington Fire Department responded to a reported trash can on fire in a duplex apartment.
Call for Writers: Juneteenth Essay Contest
The Davidson County Branch NAACP Education Committee is striving to improve and increase our county residents’ awareness of the importance of celebrating Juneteenth. We are hoping that by co-sponsoring this Essay Contest, students and adults will be engaged and encouraged to talk to their teachers, parents and friends in an effort to learn more about the origin and significance of this celebration as it relates to Freedom and the hope of enjoying all the rights and privileges as an American citizen for people of color.