Piggy Smalls might play shy, but Lexington’s favorite pint-sized pig was hamming it up at the Piggy Smalls Finds a Home book signing! The Flying Pigs mascot soaked up the spotlight as fans lined up at Pig City Books to celebrate Ashley Bonnett’s charming new children’s book.
Justice Allison Riggs of the North Carolina Supreme Court visited Davidson County this week, marking a powerful moment not just in her professional journey, but for voters across the state who endured unprecedented challenges during the last election.
Community Invited to Ongoing Grief Support and Creative Counseling Groups
Grief doesn’t come with a manual. It’s personal, powerful, and often unpredictable. At Hospice of Davidson County, support for those navigating loss takes on many shapes, including creative expression and community connection—all offered for free and open to the public.
“Grief & Bereavement counseling and support groups are slightly different from traditional counseling, in that grief itself is often a natural reaction to a loss; natural, and deeply painful,” said Emily Sullivan, MA, LCMHC, Bereavement Coordinator at Hospice of Davidson County.
Throughout the summer, Hospice of Davidson County is offering several opportunities for community members to explore grief in safe, supportive ways. The Monthly Grief Support Group is scheduled to meet from 2 to 3 p.m. on June 4, July 2, and August 6, providing a space for peer connection and shared experience. These groups take place on the first Tuesday of each month and are open to anyone experiencing loss.
“Just as grief support looks different, successful and positive outcomes from grief counseling can vary greatly as well,” Sullivan explained. “Sometimes successful outcomes for clients look like being able to talk about their loved one without breaking down into tears, or other times, letting go of long-held pain, or even expressing something important that was left unsaid.”
Hospice is also offering a Creative Counseling Group, held from 6 to 8 p.m. on June 12, July 10, and August 14. Each month features a new theme and creative activity designed to help individuals process grief in a hands-on way. June’s session will involve a “Pickup Truck” canvas painting project to honor father figures. July’s gathering will focus on sharing summer memories through a “String Lights” painting theme. In August, participants will explore meaningful words and messages through calligraphy and word art.
“At Hospice of Davidson County’s Creative Counseling Groups, we offer a supportive discussion on coping with grief; we utilize painting, drawing, crafting and other activities to provide a creative way to process emotions as well as honor loved ones and our individual loss experiences,” said Sullivan.
Creative expression plays a key role in the healing process, and Sullivan emphasizes its impact. “Creative activities such as drawing, painting and other visual arts can provide therapeutic calming effects and avenues for unique self-expression,” she said. “Being in nature, even for a short time, has been clinically proven to provide positive outcomes for emotional health.”
For families with younger children, the organization is offering a Family Creative Grief Support Group on July 24 from 5 to 6:30 p.m. This special session is designed for children ages 5 to 12 and their caregivers. Activities will include mini-canvas painting and memory rock decorating, giving families a chance to process their grief together through art and conversation.
All events are free of charge, and light refreshments along with art supplies will be provided. Events are held on the campus of Hospice of Davidson County and are open to the community.
For more information or to register, community members are encouraged to contact Hospice of Davidson County directly.
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.
This Saturday, May 24, the Lexington Farmers Market is bringing that idea to life. The event will be held from 8 a.m. to 12 p.m. at the market in downtown Lexington. It’s hosted by Fiddletree Farm and Nursery and will focus on how food can support better health and wellness.
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.
For Lexington High School senior Cristian Hoffman, education hasn’t just been a path—it’s been a lifeline. And this week, it became something more: a bridge between the past and future hope.
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.
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.
Arts Theatre 202 seeking local stand-up acts for July showcase. The show will take place on Saturday, July 19 from 7 to 9 p.m. and will be hosted by local comic Destiny West.
Liberty Drive, between Arthur Drive and Cloniger Drive, will be closed on Monday, May 20, from 7:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. while crews complete necessary utility maintenance in the area. City officials advise that the closure is part of ongoing efforts to improve local infrastructure.
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.
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 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.
Property owners and managers are invited to a free networking and information-sharing event at the Robbins Recreation Center on Tuesday, May 20, 2025, from 12:30 to 2:00 PM.
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.
The event also provided an opportunity to honor those with years of service to the district and celebrate the retirements of those who have dedicated much of their careers to nurturing future generations. Their legacy lives on in the halls of Lexington City Schools, continuing to inspire those who follow in their footsteps.
So come join —The Friends of the Library on Saturday, May 17th, 2–4 p.m. at the Library Annex in Lexington. Bring your stories, your questions, your curiosity. You’ll leave with something deeper than answers. Books will be on sold by Pig City Books.
Deputies with the Davidson County Sheriff’s Office are investigating the discovery of human remains at a local salvage yard in Lexington. According to an official press release, the incident occurred on May 14 at Leonard Salvage, located at 4471 Old US Highway 52.
