Hospice of Davidson County will hold its 18th Annual Ride for Angels

Hospice of Davidson County (HODC) will host its 18th Annual Ride for Angels motorcycle fundraising event from Denton Farm Park on Saturday, July 19th with registration check-in beginning at 8:30 a.m. Early registration is now available at a discounted rate through July 18th with day of registration offered through 9:30 a.m. Pre-registration is not required but strongly encouraged.

Press Release: Davidson County arrests man allegedly threatening ICE

Johnathan Trent Thomas, 27, of Linwood, North Carolina, appeared in federal court today on charges of making threats of violence against federal law enforcement officers, announced Russ Ferguson, U.S. Attorney for the Western District of North Carolina. Thomas was arrested Friday, May 16, and remains in custody pending a detention hearing.

Good Times Never Get Old: Davidson County seniors celebrate with food, fun and music

To Flip The Script on Aging Senior Services feature of the month is set for Wednesday, May 28, from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m., at the Hunter Family Amphitheater in Pace Park, Thomasville. This free event for residents aged 55 and older will feature live music by Davis Tucker, games, door prizes, and a complimentary bag lunch. Registration is required by May 22 interested participants can call 336-242-2290 to sign up.

Thomasville prepares to host signature Memorial Day Parade and weekend commemorations

What began as a local tradition has become a regional gathering of veterans, families, and citizens, centered around solemn ceremonies, a historic parade, and events that highlight both the cost of war and the strength of community. With its close ties to the North Carolina Vietnam Veterans Memorial, Thomasville offers more than a celebration—it offers a place of meaning.

From the Desk of State Senator Steve Jarvis: Addresses concerns about the DMV

In his weekly newsletter the State Senator is urging residents to speak up—and so am I. If you’ve had a frustrating (or just plain baffling) experience at the DMV, don’t keep it to yourself. Share it with the Governor’s Office and the NC Department of Transportation, which oversees the DMV. Your stories matter. They’re not just complaints—they’re roadmaps for reform.

What House of David on Netflix taught me about power, prophets, and the politics of legacy

Let’s be honest—biblical dramas usually fall into two camps: reverent to the point of boredom or spicy enough to offend every Sunday school teacher from here to Galilee. Netflix’s House of David manages to split the difference, delivering a dramatized take on one of the Bible’s most fascinating figures—David, the shepherd boy, outcast, turned king, poet, warrior, scandal magnet, and all-around ancient rock star.

Amari's Column: Beyond the Numbers: Rethinking age and value

Amari King’s column unpacks the often-overlooked bias of ageism—discrimination based on age—and how it infiltrates our society, relationships, and self-worth. From the way children are silenced by adults to how older individuals are dismissed once they’re seen as past their “prime,” ageism is exposed as a deeply rooted hierarchy that punishes people for not being in the so-called ideal age range.

A Century of Compassion: American Children’s Home celebrates 100 years of service

LEXINGTON, N.C. – The American Children’s Home is proud to celebrate its 100th anniversary in 2025, marking a century of service to vulnerable children across North Carolina. Founded in 1925 by the Junior Order of United American Mechanics to care for the orphans of its members, the Home has since grown into a comprehensive care provider offering residential services, foster care support, a child development center and more.

Southwest Elementary recognized for exceptional support of military students and families

The Purple Star Award program was established in the 2019-20 school year to recognize schools that provide exceptional support to military students and families. This year, 453 schools across North Carolina, including Southwest Elementary, received the award. Schools earning the Purple Star Award completed several activities, including the designation of a staff member as a point of contact for military families and the implementation of a transition program for military-connected students.