“Spirits? What do you know about those?” The groundskeeper asked, looking at me with a hint of amusement in his eyes.
DL Weekend Update: Stories behind the stories
I grew up as a fan of Saturday Night Live’s Weekend Update sketch. My grandmother and I used to sit in her living room on Thurgood Ave and watch the satirical news program… religiously.
Bicentennial Event: Learn more about secret stills and fast cars in NC
In less than two weeks we will be welcoming Dr. Daniel Pierce from UNC Asheville as he presents, How Secret Stills and Fast Cars Made North Carolina the Moonshine Capital of the World. This talk is a mix of prohibition history and NASCAR beginnings, and so, it’s only fitting to hold this event at Richard Childress Racing Museum.
Faith and Fellowship: The Wind of God
Wind by virtue of it’s strength, the wind is unpredictable. You cannot catch the wind, you could try to use a windmill, even with that we are not able to stop the wind from blowing.
Davidson Charter Academy to host groundbreaking for new Middle School on Tuesday
Davidson Charter Academy board members, administrators, faculty and staff, and members of the community will participate in a groundbreaking ceremony for a new Middle School on Tuesday, August 16, 2022 at 4:30 PM.
Google Ads and Davidson Local
If you've spent any time on our website in the past week, then you have no doubt noticed Google Ads. These aren’t pesky pop-ups but they are ads based on what Google thinks you might like.
Day Two : City of Lexington Health Equity Fair
Saturday, August 13th from 9:00am to 2:00pm the City of Lexington is hosting a Health Equity Fair at Lexington Senior High School. The day's primary goal is to provide information, resources, supplies, and tools to equip our community to live healthier lives across Davidson County and surrounding areas.
Political Opinion: From the Desk of Senator Steve Jarvis
There's lots to share this week. Let's see what this week had to offer.
Local expert advice: Keeping young athletes safe
Soon, kids will be back in school, and even before that, student-athletes will be back on the field and in the gym, training with their teammates. Dr. Colton Wood, a sports medicine provider at Novant Health Orthopedics & Sports Medicine – Lexington, discussed ways to keep young athletes safe and healthy throughout the season.
Yadkin Star Baptist invites all to camp meeting
Yadkin Star Baptist Church will host its first annual Fisher of Men Camp Meeting on Saturday, Aug. 20 from 10 a.m. until 6 p.m.
The Black Butterfly Network presents Mahogany: Free Film and Fashion Show August 20th
On Saturday August 20, 2022 the Black Butterfly Network will present another FREE summer film classic and a runway competition and dance party before presenting the iconic movie Mahogany featuring Diana Ross and Billy Dee Williams at Bull City Ciderworks facilities room. Doors will open at 6pm.
Lady Up America Tour comes to Davidson County
Diane Canada, a faith-based political leader located outside of Nashville, Tennessee, is on a mission to make moms great again. She will facilitate an educational session for mothers in Davidson County. Michelle and James Shores are hosting a training event at the Davidson County Republican GOP headquarters on Saturday, August 13th.
Lexington Police Investigate Report of Gunshots
At approximately 12:07 pm, Lexington Police Officers responded to a report of gunshots in the Martin Luther King Jr. Boulevard area.
PACT Act becomes law, expands benefits for eligible Davidson County vets
On Wednesday, August 10, President Joe Biden signed into law the PACT Act making thousands of Davidson County veterans eligible for expanded benefits.
West Second Avenue in Lexington gains new businesses
A vitamin-and-supplement shop and a clothing boutique are among the newest small businesses on West Second Avenue in uptown Lexington.
Farmers Market Week: Local Farmers Markets thank those behind the scenes
Farmers Markets are a great way to connect with your local producers, crafters, and artisans and offer a fun atmosphere for friends and family to shop and enjoy all that local has to offer! Though it may seem like it all comes together that one day each week, it takes a tribe to make sure your local markets are successful and enjoyable for all vendors and YOU!
LCS to hold ribbon cutting for new LSHS field and track
The time for rebuilding Lexington pride, spearheading community innovation, and supporting economic development is now.
Farmers Market Week: Markets grow in economic impact
So the next time you shop at your neighborhood farmers market, remember: not only are you appeasing your taste buds, but you’re giving your community a little economic boost. One dollar at a time.
Rabble and Rise: Mother-Daughter duo re-launches baking business
Kivi Leroux Miller and her 16-year-old daughter Jianna love to bake – so much so that they’ve turned their hobby into a family business called Rabble and Rise Baking Company.