City Manager Michael Brandt presented a shiny new badge—not to a human hero, but to the town’s four-legged trailblazer, Doc, Thomasville Fire & Rescue’s very first therapy dog.
Finding Donna Barnhill: Billboard and $5K reward reignite hope in 44-Year-Old Lexington cold case
A new billboard now stands over Highway 64 in Lexington, bringing fresh attention—and urgent hope—to the 44-year-old cold case of Donna Barnhill, who vanished in 1981 at just 13 years old.
Davidson County Commissioners to consider MAT Program Agreement and opioid addiction
The proposed Amendment 1 will be discussed at the Board of Commissioners meeting on Monday, April 14, at 6 PM at the Governmental Center in Lexington.
Press Release: Housing community management sends thanks to local police chief
Vista Management, Inc. Commends Chief Robby Rummage and the Lexington Police Department for Their Commitment to Community Safety.
Op-Ed: I Bury the Dead—But I believe in second chances for the living
On April 22 from 2:00 to 3:30 PM, Brian Hamilton, founder of the Inmates to Entrepreneurs (I2E) program, will lead a special 90-minute Correctional Facility Boot Camp at Davidson Correctional Center (1400 Thomason Street, Lexington). This session is part of his decades-long mission to help justice-involved individuals find new paths through small business ownership.
Art is in full bloom in Davidson County
Art is in full bloom across Davidson County.
Column: The journey of Mr. Aloe
Antionette Kerr writes, “There’s a weary gentleman perched on my windowsill. His name is Mr. Aloe, and he’s seen some things.”
Updated: Davidson County School Board Member allegedly hits 14-Year-Old in suspected DWI crash
A member of the Davidson County Board of Education is facing public outcry and multiple criminal charges after a head-on vehicle collision that resulted in injuries to a 10-year-old child. The incident, which occurred the evening of April 9, 2025, has prompted growing concern over public accountability and road safety.
NC Supreme Court puts brakes on ballot dispute, leaving thousands of voters in Limbo
The legal Tug of War continues for N.C. Supreme Court halts decision requiring verification of 65,000 votes in tight judicial race. Almost 500 Davidson County voters could be impacted.
Plan Ahead: Free advance directives workshop offered
The event will begin at 10 a.m. with an educational session led by knowledgeable team members from both Davidson County Senior Services and Hospice of Davidson County. Afterward, attendees will have the chance to receive personalized, one-on-one assistance with completing their advance directives through 12 pm.
Davidson-Davie Community College, UNCC partner in transfer program
Students at Davidson-Davie Community College now have an easy pathway to earning a degree at the University of North Carolina at Charlotte. Thanks to a new transfer partnership with UNC Charlotte’s 49erNext program, students who earn an Associate degree at Davidson-Davie can seamlessly transfer into their major at the University of North Carolina at Charlotte.
Assault on a child leads to charges
On Thursday, April 3, 2025, Thomas Glenn Robinson, 66 years old was arrested and charged with one count of indecent liberties with a minor.
When the Village Fails: A community reckoning during child abuse prevention month
Let’s make sure that this baby’s death was not in vain. Let’s become the kind of village where every child is safe—and every adult is accountable.
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Underwood Farm flourishes in Tyro with deals for local churches and businesses
Linda and Dan Underwood (Photographed) are excited to offer floral deals to small business owners and churches.
Press Release: Lexington Civitan Club revamps
There are two Interest Meetings for the revamping of a new Civitan Club in Lexington.
They are scheduled for April 7, 12:00 and April 28, 5:30.
Lexington man charged for shooting
The victim was identified as Jade Campsey, age 25, of Lexington. Officers quickly determined that the shooting occurred on Smith Avenue near Miller Street. The victim is being treated at Wake Forest Baptist Hospital. There are no current updates on her condition.
Driver Accused of intentionally crashing into Davidson County Courthouse
On Thursday, April 3, officers with the Lexington Police
Department responded to the Davidson County Courthouse, 110 West Center St, in reference to a single motor vehicle accident involving the courthouse building.
Divert and Nuveen invest over $90 Million in Lexington Facility to combat food waste
In a significant move towards sustainability and economic growth, Divert, Inc., a leader in circular economy solutions, has partnered with Nuveen Energy Infrastructure Credit, an affiliate of TIAA, to invest over $90 million in a state-of-the-art food waste processing facility in Lexington. {Contributed Photo}
Shooting investigation leads to arrest
On March 6, 2025, Donna James was arrested and charged with one count of feloniously assault with a deadly weapon with intent to kill and inflicting serious injury. On March 25, 2025, Joshua Shane Sizemore was arrested for feloniously assault with a deadly weapon with intent to kill and inflicting serious injury.