What if I told you that as a high school student you could compete in sports without lifting weights, traveling on a bus for competitions or even come into contact with your opponent? You probably wouldn’t believe me, right?
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Women's History Month: Priority - Women's Health
I see it daily.
Women who are unhealthy, overweight and on the verge of serious illness if change doesn’t occur soon.
Women's History Month: Deltas deliver snacks
Since the beginning of the year, the ladies of Delta Sigma Theta Sorority, Incorporated have been hard at work giving back to the community.
Loda resigns from LCS Board of Education
Resignation comes a little over two months before Lexington’s municipal election.
Breaking News: LCS to begin optional masking on March 7
Update on the system’s mask policy.
Black History Month: Baker becomes first Black judge in Davidson and Davie counties
In the words of Rev. Dr. Arnetta Beverly, “Somewhere history is being made but in Davidson County ‘her’story has been made.”
Black History Month: LPD officer steps into new role
At a young age, Ronnie Best, Jr. knew his optimal career path. He was sitting in a classroom during his elementary years when a visitor altered the course of his life.
Lexington Chamber holds annual meeting
The Lexington Area Chamber of Commerce (LACC) hosted their 75th Annual Meeting Thursday evening, February 24 at the J. Smith Young YMCA.
Black History Month: Kassie's Column - Respect my locs
A little over six years ago I made one of the best decisions of my life.
Black History Month Salute: Horton finds her lane in the Air Force
Danyell Horton never dreamed of joining the military.
Black History Month Salute: Lockhart's legacy shines spotlight on Montford Point Marines
For me, this article is personal.
How could it not be? It’s about one of my favorite persons
Candidate filing resumes Thursday
On Thursday, February 24, beginning at 8a.m. numerous citizens across Davidson County will finally get to follow through with an action some have been attempting since last year: file to run for a local office.
Black History Month: Michael siblings reach rare milestone ages
The likelihood of encountering a person who has lived over a century is rare. The probability of encountering a person who has lived nearly a century is rare, too. And the likelihood of meeting multiple persons in one family who fit the previous descriptions, well, that’s like finding that elusive needle in a haystack.
Black History Month: Fraternity honors slaves buried in city cemetery
The Eta Beta Beta Chapter of Omega Psi Phi Fraternity, Inc. hosted a Service of Commemoration to the slaves buried in the Lexington City Cemetery (State St.) on Sunday, February 20.
Black History Month: Omegas to host commemoration at slaves burial site
On Sunday, February 20, the Eta Beta Beta chapter of Omega Psi Phi Fraternity, Inc. will host a service of commemoration for the slaves buried at the Lexington City Cemetery which is nestled between N. State St. and Salem St.
NTSB, FAA to investigate fatal plane crash on I-85, traffic rerouted
The latest update regarding the plane crash involving a tractor trailer on I-85 in Lexington.
Breaking News: Plane crashes on I-85 in Lexington
Davidson Local has confirmed there’s been a plane crash involving a tractor-trailer on I-85 in Davidson County.
Black History Month: Preserving Dunbar
In April 2021, we launched our first investigative series focused on the history of the institutions which once, during segregation, educated only Black students in Lexington.
Black History Month: Museum aims to share the stories of local African Americans
The Davidson County Historical Museum is in the process of curating a new exhibit.
Black History Month: Friends establish first biking club of its kind
If you see a group of women cruising through town on various types of motorcycles, chances are you may have passed the Dominant Divas Riding Club.