Introducing the “Summer of Fun” at Davidson Local!
Meet our new intern: Katelynn Suon
Introducing summer interns with Davidson Local.
A Photo Gallery: Archaeological Survey of the slave grave in the Lexington City Cemetery
On Thursday afternoon, July 6, surveyors from Richard Grubb and Associates were in town to conduct fieldwork on the slave burial site at the Lexington City Cemetery which is approximately 3,800 square feet.
Kassie's Column: For the Love of Food Trucks
There are a few things that make me giddy: impromptu gatherings with family and friends, being outside, traveling, concerts, hammocking aka mocking, puzzling, exercising, reading and last but certainly not least – eating! Yes, I eat.
Lexington Housing Authority has cleared all OIG findings
The Office of Inspector General (OIG) conducted an investigation of the Lexington Housing Authority and found numerous findings involving HUD compliance, insufficient policies, procedures and poor financial accountability
Salvation Army to host 1st Annual Kickball Classic Tournament fundraiser
Other than the known red kettles at Christmas, The Davidson County Salvation Army has not held another annual fundraising event.
Lexington Public Library to host Shark Tooth and Seashell Hunting Events
The Lexington Public Library will host two shark tooth and seashell hunting programs, one for children and one for adults, as part of its Summer Reading calendar.
Municipal elections filing period begins Friday, July 7
The filing period will conclude on Friday, July 21 at noon.
Archaeological firm announced for slave marker survey, public invited to watch fieldwork conduction
The public is invited to come watch in the afternoon of July 6. Cayla Cannon, a geophysical archaeologist, will be available at 2 pm to answer any questions and explain their data collection methods.
Diocese of Charlotte to donate Dunbar School to Preservation North Carolina in continued partnership for redevelopment, community benefit
Preservation North Carolina, in partnership with the Catholic Diocese of Charlotte, is pleased to announce the diocese’s donation of the historic Dunbar School in Lexington to the nonprofit organization, to help ensure the landmark is thoughtfully renovated and preserved for generations.
Lexington family celebrates milestone reunion
With a variety of Al Green songs such as “Love & Happiness, Let’s Stay Together and God Blessed Our Love” serving as the theme, the Michael, Lopp and Brummell families celebrated their 95th reunion during the last weekend in June
Hospice partners with Davidson-Davie to train nurses
As an organization, Hospice of Davidson County (HODC) takes pride in providing education and outreach opportunities to the community. Recently, Donald Ford (Davidson-Davie Community College Nursing Faculty) approached Hospice seeking an opportunity to widen the clinical experience of the school’s nursing students.
Political Opinion: From Sen. Jarvis' Desk - July 1, 2023
The latest news from State Senator Steve Jarvis.
Photo Gallery: Sights from The Southeast Old Threshers Reunion
Denton: The LARGEST Antique Tractor and Engine Show in the Southeastern US runs through July 4th.
United Way to host agency funding application meeting
United Way of Davidson County will host a virtual Agency Funding Application Meeting for any 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization interested in applying for funding on Thursday, July 20, 2023.
New dental practice opens in Tyro
New dental office aims to serve western Davidson County.
Keep America Beautiful hosts weekly litter sweeps
Keep Davidson County Beautiful, our local affiliate of Keep America Beautiful, hosts weekly litter sweeps throughout the county.
Preservation NC in process of receiving donated Dunbar School property, city will maintain park
On Monday, June 26, the Lexington City Council entered into a lease agreement with Preservation North Carolina (Preservation NC). The contract allows the city to continue operating Old Dunbar School Park as a city park.
Shop Local Summertime Fun: Where's Waldo?
Iconic children’s book character continues to create Summertime fun to support the Shop Local movement.
Residential property clean up week July 24 though July 29
During the designated week, the tipping fee is waived for Davidson County RESIDENTS to bring their own personal clean up of their property, up to 10 loads of trash.