Hospice of Davidson County would like to invite you to our Grieving during the Holidays Grief Support Group Session Wednesday, November 2.
Column: The Davidson County Extension Master Gardener Demo
Everyone is invited to go see the scarecrows and the gardens at the front of the Agricultural Extension Offices at 301 E. Center Street in Lexington.
Halloween doesn't have be scary: Safe Halloween Tips
Read on for tips on how to have a safe Halloween whether you’re home or away.
City of Lexington hosts Lead for North Carolina local government fellow
Lexington is pleased to announce that it is one of 23 host sites statewide for the Lead for North Carolina (LFNC) program, part of the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill School of Government.
Political Opinion: From Sen. Jarvis' Desk - October 28, 2022
The latest from State Senator Steve Jarvis.
DCS School Nutrition Press Release
Admittedly, discarding food as a means of addressing this complex issue was not the correct approach, and we regret that it was not considered more carefully before being communicated to child nutrition staff. It is not the expectation that meals will be thrown away; prior to the COVID-19 pandemic universally free benefits, our high schools were able to successfully implement this same policy.
Johnny Leroy Dawkins Jr. Scholarship Fund to host "Where are they now" gala
Join us for an evening you won't forget! This will be an evening where we celebrate our scholarship award recipients as they share their success stories, engage in a silent auction and hear from our keynote speaker, Ronnie Beverly. The event will be hosted by emcee, Donnie Holt.
Faith and Fellowship: God Knows Our Name
We as believers try our very best to protect our name, there maybe times when we may struggle to remember someone’s name, But we can rest assured, In knowing God knows us by name, and he calls us by name..
Obituary: Former North Carolina State Senator, Stanley “Stan” Walker Bingham,
Visitation will be Tuesday, November 1 from 4:30 – 7:00 pm at Briggs Funeral Home in Denton. A funeral service will be held on Wednesday, November 2 at 11:00 am at Central United Methodist Church in Denton, conducted by Reverend Russell Brownworth. A private Inurnment will be held at a later date.
DDAC adds Owens & Minor, Cascade Die Casting to its membership
The Davidson-Davie Apprenticeship Consortium (DDAC) has added two companies, Owens & Minor and Cascade Die Casting, increasing its membership to eight companies.
Restaurant Week competition heats up! Vote before Oct. 30th.
It’s election week for a number of reasons. Eat. Drink. Restaurant Week! 2022 officially launched on Monday, Oct. 24 on the heels of the 38th annual Lexington Barbecue Festival. For Davidson County restaurants, and local foodies, the third annual celebration helps solidify Lexington as a fierce foodie scene that extends beyond pulled pork barbecue.
Commissioners presented with Certificate of Responsibility for local "Charters of Freedom" gift
Foundation Forward presented Davidson County Commissioners with a Certificate of Responsibility for “Charters of Freedom” located in The Square of Uptown Lexington on Thursday, October 27th at 11:00 am.
Ghost walk through Lexington stirs up spirits
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?