Opinion: Remembering this excerpt from The Declaration of Independence. -”That whenever any Form of Government becomes destructive of these ends, it is the Right of the People to alter or to abolish it, and to institute new Government, laying its foundation on such principles and organizing its powers in such form, as to them shall seem most likely to affect their Safety and Happiness.”
Let’s continue working together to support all of the Republican candidates this fall!
Christopher Jessup
Chairman, Davidson County Republican Party
When we think of July Fourth, we usually think of cookouts, fireworks, celebrating and spending time with friends and family. We should also take the time to celebrate all the freedoms we are given.
I pray that your spiritual celebration on the 4th of July will mirror what we have been taught in
1st Peter 2:16, Live as people who are free not using your freedom as a cover-up for evil, but living as servants of God.
We think of July 4, 1776, as a day that represents the Declaration of Independence from Britain and the birth of the United States of America as an independent nation. But July 4, 1776 wasn’t the day that the Continental Congress decided to declare independence (they did that on July 2, 1776. The “Declaration” was published in papers on July 4.
Meals on Wheels began in 1968 as a Sunday school project at First Baptist Church in Lexington. At that time, it was named “Layman’s Christian Council, Inc.” The name changed to Meals on Wheels in May of 1999. Our Director, Bob Husted, has managed this program for many years with great success. He attends to every need that arises full of vim and vigor. Along with help and guidance from Craig Bullins, our accountant.
Did you know that the county public library system has five branches plus the Davidson County Historical Museum? These branches are located in Lexington, Thomasville, North Davidson, Denton, and West Davidson.
Follow these safety tips from the Consumer Product Safety Commission when using fireworks
On June 29th, a reception was held at the Bob Timberlake Gallery Lexington’s outgoing mayor and city council members who will be handing over their duties to newly elected officials.
LPD Youth Camp is back! Join them July 19-21. Ages 11-16 are invited to apply. Contact Captain Best for more information and to apply (336) 243-3302 or RLBest@lexingtonNC.gov
We have a big announcement! First, let provide some background on how we arrived at this milestone.
Thomasville’s Christmas parade will take place on Saturday, December 10th at 11:00AM
The Thomasville City Schools Board of Education today announced the appointment of Dr. Chris Kennedy as the next superintendent of Thomasville City Schools. He will take office on September 1, 2022.
If you plan to be on the lake this weekend please be safe and watch out for each other. https://www.highrocklakelife.com/boating-safety
Come join us for a fantastic firework show on July 3, 2022 at Hughes Park. The gates will open at 5:30pm and cost $5 per car. There will be games/inflatables, music will start at 6pm and fireworks after dark.
Vendors: Sunset Slush of Thomasville, Sugar Mamas Sweets, Taco Bros, Hope Food Truck and Stuff-N-Fun Bears.
This week the Lexington Police Department, Dcpl Bookmobile and Arts Academy at Grace hit the road with us.
Davidson Water is now improved and ready to serve its customers while continuing landscaping throughout the summer.
Davidson County has hired Cynthia Goodson to join its Veterans Services Department.
The Lexington City Board of Education will hold a Special Called meeting on June 29, 2022 at 3:30 p.m. at the Administration building located at 1010 Fair Street, Lexington, NC.
Come by the Davidson County Public Library in Lexington this summer to enjoy fun, interactive programs, all about aquatic animals!
