After 37 years of service in public education and five years with Lexington City Schools, Superintendent, Dr. Anitra D. Wells, will resign her position effective June 30th, 2023.
Lexington Fire Department offers free smoke alarms
Contact the Fire Marshal's Office at 336-248-3933 during business hours to schedule a time for us to install them for you.
Thomasville honors “unchained” history
The Thomasville Black History Month committee is set to host a program in celebration of African Americans’ history, contributions and culture. According to city councilor and organizer Wendy Sellars, there will be a display of citizens and their contributions to the Thomasville and Davidson County communities.
Lexington hosts 2nd Annual Black History Celebration
The City of Lexington held its 2nd Annual Black History Celebration on Sunday, February 5 outside of City Hall.
Give Work A Chance: Preparing Workers Early
With the dire need for qualified advanced manufacturing workers, our education system requires a complete makeover to grow the volume of qualified talent so new and old industries can respond to growth opportunities.
Lexington Fire Department responds to house fire
On Monday, February 6, at 9:28 am, the City of Lexington Fire Department responded to a residential house fire on West Seventh Street Extension.
Uptown merchants to celebrate “Galentine’s Day” Thursday night
Girls just want to have fun on Galentine’s Day.
Jarvis: Bill will protect local power grids from attacks
Political Opinion from State Senator Steve Jarvis.
Political Opinion: From Sen. Jarvis' Desk - February 3, 2023
The latest from State Senator Steve Jarvis.
Editorial: Temps fall and High Rock Church rises to help
This weekend, our community was met with below-freezing temperatures, and many wanted to remain in the warm comfort of homes. What about those without a home?
Local fire department to focus on Burn Prevention Week Feb 5-11
Burn Prevention: Lexington Fire Department will focus on Burn Prevention Week on social media.
Jobs: Davidson Davie offers Basic Law Enforcement Training
Basic Law Enforcement Training (BLET) is designed to give students essential skills required for entry-level employment as law enforcement officers with state, county, or municipal governments, or with private enterprises.
Davidson County and City of Lexington amend Sewer Agreement
At the February 2, 2023 meeting of the Davidson County Board of Commissioners, the Board voted unanimously to amend its 2018 Sewer Agreement with the City of Lexington.
Kris Saintsing's art on display at Civic Center
These fantastic works will be up in The Smith through April 4th!
Local children need foster care
Davidson County currently has 36 licensed foster homes. Due to the high number of children in Foster Care care most of our foster homes are at capacity and cannot take any additional placements.
Advocates for Charles McNeair began clemency campaign
Approximately 30 supporters of Charles McNeair gathered on the steps of the Davidson County Courthouse, in the rain, on Thursday afternoon to raise awareness about what they view as an ‘injustice in the justice system.’
Give Work a Chance: Spotlight on CNC Machining
With so many new jobs coming and more on the way, everyone who possibly needs to learn to make some cool stuff and support the growth underway in Davidson County and beyond perhaps can learn a skill that can send him or her all over the world.
Jobs: Nucor to host Town Hall Meetings
The following are the dates, times and locations of the town halls, Wednesday, February 15 at 5:30, 201 W Salisbury Street Denton, NC and Thursday, February 23 at 5:30, Davidson Davie Community College, Rittling Conference Center, 297 Davidson Community Rd Thomasville, NC 27360.
Happy Black History Month from DL!
Be sure to check Davidson Local throughout the month for stories about local leaders, historical events and fond memories.
Law Enforcement: Person found dead at Ledford Middle School was not a threat to community
According to local law enforcement on Wednesday, February 1, 2023 at approximately 6:00 am, The Davidson County Sheriff’s Office responded to Ledford Middle School in reference to an unconscious person on school premises.