The N.C. Department of Transportation will close a road in Davidson County for a one-month culvert replacement starting next week.
Be Someone’s Hero- 48 Hours of Giving for the J. Smith Young YMCA
Be Someone’s Hero, 48 Hours of Giving is a hyper-focused two-day giving event beginning on November 9th, designed to highlight the J. Smith Young YMCA’s Annual Giving Campaign.
Press Pass Dinner: Holiday Favs with a Twist Dec. 3rd
Press Pass Dinner is back with a twist! Join us for our second foodie and hyperlocal evening of culture, bites and conversation with local news lovers.
A Photo Gallery: Lexington Community Kickball Game
Last night, local residents and members of the Lexington Police Department gathered at Finch Park for a the Lexington Community Kickball Game.
Davidson and Davie Apprenticeship Consortium open house Nov. 14
The open house will provide information on an apprenticeship through DDAC and its eight member companies.
Groups to host FREE Thanksgiving Day Meals
Last year several local groups joined together to not only provide turkeys, but so much more. Davidson County Compassion Inspiring Action, Carolina Senior Care, Scout Metals and Davidson Local are teaming up for the second year to serve warm meals with a side of compassion.
Angel Tree program provides joy for local children and families in need
The Salvation Army’s 2022 Angel Tree program is officially kicking off November 1 st . This year The Salvation Army of Davidson County has committed to providing gifts to almost 1,100 children and over 400 families. The Angel Tree Program provides new clothing and toys for children of families in need through the support of community donors.
Hospice of Davidson County Recognizes National Hospice and Palliative Care Month
Throughout the month of November, Hospice of Davidson County will join organizations across the nation in providing community education in recognition of National Hospice and Palliative Care Month (NHPCM). This year’s NHPCM theme is “meeting you where you are.”
Holidays Grief Support Group Session Wednesday, Nov. 2.
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.