People with respiratory issues should be aware.
On August 21, 2026, Classmates 1973, Alumni & Affiliates, Inc., a nonprofit organization in Thomasville, NC, will host its Annual BBQ Port-A-Pit Chicken Dinner fundraiser to support student scholarships advancement and care packages for individuals experiencing homelessness.
Connecting Through Culture Launches 6-Week Creative Art Workshop for Youth in Thomasville
Connecting Through Culture, in partnership with The Arts Academy at Memorial and the City of Thomasville Parks & Recreation, is launching a six-week Creative Art Workshop to inspire young artists and bring the community together through creativity and culture.
Canadian Wildfire Smoke Brings Hazy Skies to Davidson County
Smoke from wildfires burning in Canada is expected to drift into central North Carolina, creating hazy skies across Davidson County. Forecasters say most of the smoke should remain high in the atmosphere, though air quality could fluctuate depending on weather conditions.
The Rhythm of Community: An Evening of Jazz Returns Friday, Aug. 7
An Evening of Jazz returns to Uptown Lexington on Friday, Aug. 7, bringing together acclaimed local musicians and supporters of the arts for an evening of live music, food, fellowship and community.
Guilty verdict in overdose death trial that killed a mother and her infant child
Following a week-long trial in Davidson County Superior Court, a jury found Donta Williams, 37, of High Point, North Carolina, guilty on Tuesday, July 14, 2026, of death by distribution and involuntary manslaughter. He was sentenced to an active prison term of 199 to 260 months in the North Carolina Department of Adult Correction.
Bread of Faith and Love, a Local Carb Story
La comida es amor, como la familia. My friend Alegnon Cash at Eat, Triad, Triad, once told me, Food IS Love.
Davidson-Davie’s Dr. Sarah Wright receives prestigious Fulbright U.S. Scholar Award
Davidson-Davie Community College is celebrating an honor that one of their own has earned – Dr. Sarah Wright, director of the International Education program, has been named a Fulbright Scholar for the 2026-2027 competition.
Genealogical Society of Davidson County to Explore History of Reeds Baptist Church
Anyone with an interest in local history, family roots, or genealogy is invited to attend the next meeting of the Genealogical Society of Davidson County on Monday, July 20.
Rev. Aaron Long: From Slavery to Freedom
Column by Rev Aaron Long
Davidson County Deputies Make Arrest: Animal Cruelty
The Davidson County Sheriff’s Office Animal Control Division responded to a residence on the 100 Block of Haven Hill Road, in Lexington, North Carolina, in reference to animals living in unsanitary conditions.
America 250: How to Move Forward When You're Stuck in Five O'Clock Traffic
Column By Barbara Presnell
Caleb Sink: The Monument Maker
This is the third installment of Davidson Local’s series, Voices Beyond the Stones. Caleb Sink invites you to tag along for a journey through the Lexington City Cemetery, uncovering the stories of those who rest there.
Turning Grief Into Action: Race Against Drugs Calls for Greater Investment in Recovery
Families, individuals in recovery, and anyone seeking hope and encouragement are invited to attend this free community celebration featuring treats, local vendors, uplifting inspirational messages, and a day of connection, support, and healing.
Lexington Police Conclude Investigation into July 6 Fatal Crash Involving EMS Vehicle
The Lexington Police Department has concluded its investigation into the July 6 crash on South Main Street involving a Davidson County EMS truck, in which Lorri Suggs was killed. With this, the investigations into both traffic crashes that occurred that afternoon are now complete.
Driver Killed on South Main in Lexington
The Lexington Police Department has identified the driver who died in a July 6 crash on South Main Street and is providing an update on both traffic crashes that occurred that afternoon.
Grand Jury issues indictment for local murder
Monday July 6, 2026, Detectives with the Davidson County Sheriff’s Office Criminal Investigations Division (CID) appeared before the Davidson County Grand Jury in reference to the murder of Michael Steven Allen, 44-year-old male, Lexington, that occurred in April of 2026.
Hospice Gala Success and Reveals Rebrand to Alderwood of Davidson County
Hospice of Davidson County celebrated the success of its annual fundraising gala by announcing a new name, a broader vision for care, and more than 30,000 raised to expand grief and bereavement services across the community.
Aaron Long: Walking Worthy in Unity
Opinion by Rev. Aaron Long