It is beginning to look and feel like fall, and that means leaf season! Leaf collection will begin for City of Lexington residents on Monday, Oct. 24.
Lexington Fire Department reveals new "Ladder 1"
If you’ve driven through the streets of Lexington within the past two weeks, you might’ve seen an unfamiliar sight. It’s a behemoth that weighs over 80,000 pounds, is nearly 50 feet long and bears a red, gold and gray color scheme.
Wilkerson sweeps Gold at Special Olympics
The groundbreaking Davidson County resident holds several statewide positions: Special Olympics Davidson County (SODC) Board Athlete Representative, Special Olympics North Carolina (SONC) Global Messenger, Special Olympics North Carolina Athlete Ambassador, North Carolina Law Enforcement Torch Run (NC LETR) Athlete Ambassador and a Unified Leadership Trainer for Special Olympic of NC. She wants to see as many athletes experience the sense of pride she has through the competition. “It makes me happy. I feel like I accomplished something.”
One-Stop Early Voting Dates, Times and Locations
Early Voting Begins: One-Stop Early Voting Dates, Times and Locations
The Lexington Barbecue Festival sand sculpture makes a mammoth return
There are numerous ways to entertain your entire family while attending The Lexington Barbecue Festival. From countless Artisans displaying their unique wares to headlining stage performances and of course the main lure, the legendary Lexington barbecue. One of my favorite attractions at The Lexington Barbecue Festival for over the past twenty years has been the custom sand sculpture which is always created on the lawn of the historic former Post Office at the corner of South Main Street and West Third Avenue.
Life Center to host 'Gathering of Caregivers'
Local caregivers are invited to a free “Gathering of Caregivers” lunch and learn on Friday, November 4th at 12:00 p.m.
Salute: Nominate a vet to be profiled
With November fast approaching, Davidson Local would like to shine the spotlight on local veterans during our series entitled ‘Salute.’
Sign unveiling on the Atrium Health Wake Forest Baptist Lexington Medical Center campus
The hospital’s marque sign, located at the main patient and visitor entrance (250 Hospital Drive), features the logos and names of both Atrium Health Wake Forest Baptist and Wake Forest University School of Medicine – the academic core of Atrium Health.
Young entrepreneurs launch jewelry business
What do you do when you’re young, share the love for a mutual hobby with friends and have a desire to make a difference? Well, you start a business, of course, which is exactly what a few local girls decided to do earlier this year.
In Thomasville, Tres Amigos opens and Cross Ties has new owner
Chair City gains new restaurant while another restaurant changes ownership.
Anything For Our Youth Group to host Halloween Party
The annual Halloween Safe Alternative Youth Party festivities is hosted by Anything For Our Youth Group & American Legion Post #255 (Lexington, NC). This event is intended to provide a safe environment for youth, as well as parents who want their kids to dress up and enjoy Halloween, trick or treating, with safety in mind.
Lexington Police investigate sex offense involving a minor
On October 11, 2022, investigators with Lexington Police Department’s Special Victims Unit were made aware of a sex offense involving a young female and adult male.
Political Opinion: From Sen. Jarvis' Desk - October 14, 2022
The latest from State Senator Steve Jarvis.
Creative Writer’s Group Kicking Off First Gathering in Lexington Oct. 16
The first Writer’s Gathering is Sunday, Oct. 16 at 2 pm at Pig City Books in Lexington. This event is for anyone looking to expand their writing skills and engage with a community of local writers in a low pressure environment. The only requirement for group participation is a willingness to grow as a writer.
Local Democrats call for 'Souls to the Polls' Oct. 30
"Souls to the Polls". The Davidson County Democrats are once again encouraging "Souls to the Polls".
This event will take place across the county on 30 Oct 2022 between the hours of 1pm and 4pm.
Faith and Fellowship: We Are More Than Conquerors
One may ask the question,” How am I more than a conqueror?” Romans 8:37 teaches us,”We are more than conquerors through him who love us; Being more than a conqueror means that darkness can not stop us, persecution, tribulation, and even death cannot conqueror us, because Jesus has already defeated the enemy. As believers we know that all of our fights are fixed, when our Lord Jesus Christ died on the cross he settled all of our battles and fights. Thanks be to God that we are saved through Jesus Christ.
Commissioners to host 'Charters of Freedom' dedication Oct. 27th
Join the Davidson County Board of Commissioners at the Charters of Freedom dedication ceremony. Taking place at The Square in Uptown Lexington. Thursday, October 27th at 11:00 am.
Thanksgiving Day Early Bird 5K is back
The United Way of Davidson County and Davidson County Government are teaming up once again to host the eleventh annual Thanksgiving Day Early Bird 5K/3K on November 24th.
Waiver of landfill fees for deer carcasses
At the October 10, 2022 meeting of the Davidson County Board of Commissioners, the Board voted unanimously to waive Landfill fees for the disposal of deer carcasses.