The Lexington City Board of Education will convene its Building and Grounds Committee on Tuesday, November 18, 2025, at 4:00 p.m. at 1010 Fair Street, Lexington.
Rev. Aaron Long: Why Lexington Needs Small Churches
Community Pastor Aaron Long writes about the need for small churches. They’ve long been the backbone of real community—places where folks aren’t just faces in a crowd, where pastors know your story, and where people actually show up for each other.
Community Event Sparks Needed Discussion About Unity and Information
Guests enjoyed hearty appetizers and browsed the Ebony Collective Holiday Market before we settled in for the screening of PBS Documentary American Coup: Wilmington 1898 at 5:30 p.m. The panel at 6:30 p.m. brought thoughtful voices together to reflect on how the events of 1898 still echo today — and you leaned in with the kind of curiosity and courage that keeps local storytelling alive.
Lexington Police Investigate Shooting
his victim was identified as Jakeel Malik Craven, age 31, of Lexington.
Opportunity for Public Input on Transco Methane Gas Project — Tuesday, Nov. 18
Tuesday, November 18
5:30 p.m. – Press Conference
Location: 223 S Main St., Lexington (parking lot)
6:00 p.m. – DEQ Public Hearing
Location: Edward C. Smith Civic Center
217 S Main St., Lexington
Giving Back: The Harris Family’s Special Food Drive and Year-Round Commitment to Community
The spirit of giving is alive and well in our neighborhood, thanks to the continued dedication of the Harris Family. They are thrilled to announce their upcoming Food Drive, which is today November 15th, an event specifically designed to offer a helping hand to neighbors who could use a little extra support this season. This special distribution day is a vital part of the family’s ongoing commitment to fostering a stronger, more connected community.
Davidson Local and Puente Solutions Launch New Initiative to Boost Local Yard Sale Success
Don’t wait — maximize your sale. Advertise your yard sale today!
Lexington Firefighters Contain Blaze at Vacant Home on Fairview Drive
Lexington firefighters responded to a structure fire Monday evening after a caller reported flames visible in a wooded area near Fairview Drive.
SNAP Double Bucks Return to the Lexington Farmers Market — Just in Time for the Harvest Market
After weeks of uncertainty tied to the government shutdown and USDA delays, there’s finally some good news for local families — SNAP/EBT Double Bucks are back at the Lexington Farmers Market.
CrossMovement Dance Presents: A Dazzling "Nutcracker" Experience
Step into a world of pure Christmas magic as CrossMovement Dance proudly presents its spectacular production of "The Nutcracker." This beloved holiday tradition is brought to life through dazzling dance, festive music, and heartwarming storytelling, transforming the historic Smith Civic Center stage into a shimmering, sugar-spun landscape. It is more than just a performance; it is a community celebration of the arts, light, and the enduring power of dreams.
A Veteran’s Lesson That Still Holds: Remembering Floyd Alexander Kerr Jr.
As part of Davidson Local’s Veterans Day reflections, Publisher Antionette Kerr shares a personal remembrance of her father, Floyd Alexander Kerr Jr., a U.S. Army veteran who served during the Korean War and helped build homes across Davidson County.
On the Field and In the Ranks: Honoring Coach Arnold Fowler, a Lexington Veteran
n the gridiron for the Yellow Jackets, Fowler was simply a tank. He was a player who didn't just participate; he consumed space and always played with his pads, a punishing force whose sheer physicality left an indelible mark on every down. Years after his time on the field, I had the privilege of being coached by Fowler in middle school, alongside the successful Dr. Horton, and it was there that the full impact of his military experience became apparent.
¡Prepárense! Advertencia de temperaturas extremas para esta noche en el condado de Davidson
El Servicio Meteorológico Nacional en Raleigh ha emitido una advertencia de temperaturas muy frías para toda la zona central de Carolina del Norte, incluido el condado de Davidson, que estará vigente desde las 8 p. m. del lunes hasta las 9 a. m. del martes.
Cybertips Help Task Force Make an Arrest of Alleged Crimes Against Children
In June 2025, members of the Invictus Task Force initiated an investigation related to multiple Cybertips from the National Center for Missing and Exploited Children. During the course of the investigation, Elijah Nathanael Beebe was identified as a suspect.
Wrap Up! Freeze Warning Tonight for Davidson County
The National Weather Service in Raleigh has issued a Freeze Warning for all of central North Carolina, including Davidson County, in effect from 8 p.m. Monday through 9 a.m. Tuesday.
Pastor Aaron Long: Life is a Journey
Pastor Aaron writes, “Baptism, altar calls and the like aren’t the end goal—they are the starting point of what it means to be a Christian.”
Palliative Care Month: Family’s Legacy of Compassion at Hospice of Davidson County
November Is Palliative Care Month
Column: When Country Comes to Town
We don’t just cover the stories here. We live them.
Foster Elves Bring Christmas Magic to Davidson County Children in Care
Community members who wish to sponsor a foster child’s Christmas wish list or donate to the program can contact Foster Elves of Davidson County at davidsoncountyfosterelves@gmail.com.