Rick Johnson, (USAF Retired) Director of Veteran Services Davidson County Government Veterans Day is a time to reflect on the courage, sacrifice, and unwavering commitment of the men and women who have served in the United States military
All in Veterans
Operation Green Light for Veterans is in full effect
Each year we come together as a nation on Veterans Day to honor and celebrate the hundreds of thousands of brave Americans who have served our country in uniform. Davidson County is joining our colleagues across the nation in launching Operation Green Light for Veterans.
Employ A Veteran week is coming up
North Carolina will celebrate “Employ A Veteran Week" November 11th through 15th and a variety of events before and during that week will help connect veterans to jobs and other services, Governor Roy Cooper recently announced.
Local veterans will benefit from pro bono law clinic at High Point University
Local veterans will benefit from a new pro bono law clinic at High Point University.
Veterans Helping Veterans seeks support from local community
Help for veterans is available. V4L is hosting their 5th Annual Community Roundtable at the Davidson County Fire Rescue Squad located at 115 West 9th Avenue in Lexington, on June 8th from 1 p.m. until 3 pm.
Local Memorial Day events to fill your social calendar
Memorial Day is a day of remembrance, on Memorial Day we recognize and recall the countless military service members that gave their lives defending our freedoms. Here are lots of events to fill your Memorial Day social calendar.
36th Annual Memorial Day Parade planned for Thomasville
Join Thomasville, NC for the largest Memorial Day Parade in the Southeast, held in Downtown Thomasville on May 27th at 9:00 a.m.
Veterans News: Those exposed to toxins and hazards will be eligible for healthcare
VA announced that all Veterans who were exposed to toxins and other hazards while serving in the military while at home or abroad will be eligible to enroll directly in VA health care beginning March 5, 2024.
Veterans News: Military ID Card renewals are now available online
Military ID Card renewals are now available online.
The Unseen Battle: Homeless veterans struggle for shelter and support
While the image of a hero in uniform often evokes respect and admiration, the plight of homeless veterans remains an invisible, yet pressing, issue within our communities.
Punch4Pounds: Former Army Sergeant brings boxing program to Lexington
Students at Lexington Middle School will be offered a future after-school program designed to grow their bodies and maturity levels by working with award-winning community leader, Steven Matthews.
Veterans Day celebrated with historic marker dedication and parade
Military service honored on Veterans Day.
Veteran James Shores helps Operation Green Light shine in NC
Operation Green Light is an initiative to raise awareness about the service of veterans and their families.
Lt. Gen. Robert Sink to be honored with unveiling of historical marker
The marker commemorating Sink will be unveiled in Lexington Saturday, Nov. 11. on the square at 3 N. Main St at 2:00 pm. Historical data for the marker took more than a year of collection by descendant Steve Smith and historian Don Phelps. {Contributed Photo}
Political Opinion: From the desk of state senator Steve Jarvis
Our newsletter is arriving to you on the day before Veteran's Day, which happens to be the birthday of the U.S. Marines as well! North Carolina is honoring veterans on Friday, with all state employees having the day off. Our nation recognizes Veteran's Day on November 11th to signify the importance of veterans' contributions to our country. I hope you enjoy reading about the history of Veteran's Day.
Honoring veterans: Weekend events
Say "Thank You Veterans" by showing up.
Political Opinion: Statement by Burr Sullivan, candidate for Mayor of Lexington
Lexington has opportunities to turn in a new direction and work toward a more prosperous future-----but only if we do some things differently!
Press Release: New Mobile Veteran Service Office to debut
The Mobile Veteran Service Office will make its official debut at the 5th annual Salute to Service, Jeep Show and Ride, taking place on November 4, 2023.
Press Release: Davidson County Commissioners honor Operation Green Light
As part of Operation Green Light for Veterans, Davidson County is illuminating several of its buildings green from November 6th through November 12th and we encourage individuals and businesses to join us by changing one light bulb in the entryway of your house or business to a green bulb. By shining a green light, we let veterans know that they are seen, appreciated, and supported.
Tuesday: Roads impacted by Deputy Reudelhuber's funeral procession
DCSO writes, “We ask our community to remain peaceful during this time and honor our fallen hero as he is laid to rest. Thank you all for your understanding.”