Barbara Presnell writes: “The past isn’t dead. It isn’t even past,” wrote William Faulkner. The South is always haunted, says my Louisiana friend Penelope. We coexist with the living and the dead. We are who we have loved and lost.
Flags order to fly at half-staff to honor former State Sen. Stan Bingham
Former State Sen. Stan Bingham, a Republican who represented Davidson and Guilford counties, died Thursday. He was 76.
Childhood friends set to host Halloween Bash at Breeden Ampitheater
If you’re looking for a family-friendly event to celebrate and showcase your love for Halloween this weekend, you’re in luck. On Sunday, October 30, Hibachi-Me will host its first Halloween Bash at Breeden Amphitheater.
Visit Uptown for Annual Boo Bash Celebration
Uptown Lexington, Inc., is excited to present Boo Bash on October 29th from 5 – 8 PM. There will be over 50 stations set up to enjoy.
Political Opinion: From Sen. Jarvis' Desk - October 21, 2022
The latest from State Senator Steve Jarvis.
Restaurant Workers Appreciation: Barbecue restaurants reopen with new names and ownership
2022 has been a tough year for local barbecue restaurants.
Commissioners approve veterans: Operation Green Light
The mission is to show support for Veterans of all military conflicts, with a special emphasis on the Veterans of Iraq and Afghanistan, as well as raise awareness about the challenges faced by many Veterans and the resources that are available at the county, state, and federal level to assist Veterans and their families.
Kassie's Column: Let's Talk About Friendships
Friends? How many of us have them?
Friends? Ones we can depend on?
Restaurant Week Features: JJ Mama’s seasoned with tough love and sweet soul
Davidson Local will feature local restaurants during Eat. Drink. Restaurant! Week. Our team will share their stories that highlight our dedicated restaurant workers. This week, we pay homage to staff and owners who work long hours to support and serve our culinary cravings.
Smoke and Oak takes home Small Business of the Year Award
In a relatively short period of time, they have grown to the point that they have almost 2500 members. Courtney and April had a vision that could see past the size of the city, and the already existing entertainment venues, and take a leap of faith that Lexington was ready for and would embrace this type of establishment.
Foodie Passport Feature: Lou Lou's Seafood
Support a local restaurant in collaboration with our friends at the Winston-Salem Journal and Eat. Drink Triad, Davidson Local is a proud Local Media Sponsor of the delicious week! October 24 - 30, 2022! Vote for your favorite dish. Go to any participating restaurant for a FREE Foodie Passport! Bring that passport along with a receipt for one or more local restaurants and get in FREE to the Foodie Passport Sampler Concert! Local restaurant workers get in FREE! Participating restaurants in Davidson County include: Sophie’s, Lou Lou’s Seafood, JJ Mama’s Soulfood and More, Goose and the Monkey, Pour Folks Provisions. Bull City Ciderworks, Humble Plate & Red Donut!!!
First United Methodist Church presents: The 38th Annual Mayme Weaver Preaching Mission “Connecting the Secular to the Sacred”
First United Methodist Church in Lexington presents: The 38th Annual Mayme Weaver Preaching Mission “Connecting the Secular to the Sacred” with The Reverend Doctor Arnetta E. Beverly
Faith and Fellowship: We Serve A God Of Second Chances
Sometimes we may fall short, but our God with his loving grace and mercy, can and will redeem and restore you.
Here is what you need to know about Eat.Drink.Restaurant Week
(The sampler and food are FREE to restaurant workers and anyone who goes to a participating local restaurant on Wednesday, October 26 from 6:30 to 10 p.m.)
Missing child in Thomasville NC
Missing 15 year old, last seen in the area of NC 109 North in Thomasville. First name Matthew, last seen Saturday evening between 7:30-7:45pm wearing a red hoodie over a suit. If found please contact Davidson County 911.
Donnie Roberts and Kay Gibson wed center stage at The Lexington Barbecue Festival
On Saturday morning, the Rev. Lee Jessup (left) officiated at the wedding of Kay Gibson and Donnie Roberts.
LCS Celebrates National School Bus Safety Week ( October 17 - 21, 2022)
LCS is pleased to announce, LTC (Ret) Gregory H. Sutton is the new Director of Transportation at Lexington City Schools.
Midway United Methodist Church Early Voting site is currently accessible
Due to a vehicular accident on Old US-52, the Midway United Methodist Church Early Voting was briefly inaccessible. Utility crews worked diligently to get the site functional, according to the board of elections.
City of Lexington announces changes to the leaf collection schedule
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.