This song is about more than what we lost. It is a call to return, shop, eat, walk and support local.
Flags are lowered in Davidson County remembering Dolly Parton
Parton died Tuesday at age 80. Flags are to remain at half-staff until sunset Sept. 1.
Davidson County Commissioners Vote to Remove Flock Cameras Following Public Concerns
During the meeting, commissioners also discussed how quickly the cameras could be removed and what should happen to funding designated for the program.
Family receives community support after a dangerous house fire
A family displaced by an Aug. 20 house fire on Martin Luther King Jr. Boulevard is receiving an outpouring of community support as they begin what relatives say will be a long journey toward recovering stable housing.
Superintendent Expresses Excitement for New School Year in Davidson County Schools
Davidson County Schools Superintendent Dr. Gregg Slate is welcoming students, families and staff back for the 2026-2027 school year, pointing to gains in graduation, college readiness and workforce credentials while emphasizing school safety and student well-being.
Family Services of Davidson County becomes The Hattie House
Family Services of Davidson County is changing its name to The Hattie House, marking another significant transition for the longtime nonprofit following changes to its services in recent years.
Brinkley Walser Stoner wins "Best Law Firm" Award
David Inabinett, Managing Member of Brinkley Walser Stoner, PLLC, announced today that the firm has once again been recognized in The Best Lawyers in America rankings, earning distinction in the Triad area, Regional Tier 2 in Real Estate Law, and Regional Tier 3 for its work in Elder Law and Trusts & Estates Law.
County Opioid Committee Hears Calls for Action on 12.1 million in Settlement Funds
The groups focuses on substance use education and prevention and has raised money from private donors, including contributions from people in recovery.
Joel Leonard: Rethinking Participation Trophies
A column by Joel Leonard
Maybe it’s just a bling thing
Jazz, Bling and the Sound of Community
Column: Rev. Aaron Long. Now I am a Christian, what now?
Faith and Fellowship
Rise Up Lexington: A Song for a City in Recovery
Opinion: One local resident hopes music can help encourage people across the region to give the city’s renewal a chance.
Highway Patrol Seeks Help Identifying Hit-and-Run Driver and Bicyclist
On October 10, 2023, at 11:10 p.m., the North Carolina Highway Patrol responded to a bicycle collision on the eastbound shoulder of Old Highway US 64 West near Wholesale Alley.
City of Thomasville warm clothing initiative seeks a new name
Thomasville is seeking a name for a winter clothing project.
Column: Chamber Concert Inspires a Look at Second Hand News
The Lexington Area Chamber of Commerce is bringing The Chain, a Fleetwood Mac tribute band, to Alive After Five on Friday, Aug. 14 at 6 p.m at the Breeden Amphitheater.
Davidson County EMS reportedly stable, study finds growing strain on system
Davidson County EMS is stable, but an independent study points to growing concerns about staffing, response times, aging facilities, employee morale and the need to prepare now for increasing demand. employee morale and the need to prepare now for increasing demand.
Chicken Dinner: Educational Scholarships, Homeless Care Package, Fundraiser Drive
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.
Davidson County Sheriffs Office Produces Series: Never Forgotten
On the first Monday of each month, we will highlight an unsolved homicide or missing person case from Davidson County. Our hope is that by bringing these cases back into the public eye, someone may remember a detail, recognize a name, or come forward with information that could help move an investigation forward.
Lexington City Schools Board of Education Appoints Sharon Fennell as Chief Academic Officer
Fennell brings more than 27 years of experience in public education. Throughout her career, she has served as a teacher, assistant principal, principal, district administrator, and talent acquisition leader. Her experience provides her with a comprehensive understanding of teaching and learning, school leadership, strategic staffing, and organizational development.