If you stepped off the elevator Monday, April 24, on the fourth floor of the Davidson County Governmental Building, after 6pm, there was an immediate sense that something major was brewing.
Delta Sigma Theta welcomes new members
Family members, friends and a red sea of sorority members attended the ‘Sisterhood Celebration’ at the Commons on the Green.
County commissioners vote against assuming direct control of the board of health
After a public hearing, which lasted over four hours, the county commissioners made their decision.
Effinger named Lexington Area Crimestoppers Officer of the Year
Lexington native Matthew Effinger didn’t grow up with dreams of becoming a police officer. However, given his recent accolade, its safe to say he’s found the lane where he can make a lasting difference.
Davidson County Board of Health resignations cause heated debate
The second special called meeting of the Davidson County Board of Health, in less than three weeks, concluded with more questions than answers, the rejection of one resignation and the request for another on Thursday evening.
A photo gallery: Palm Sunday Celebration at The Square
The Greater Lexington Area Ministerial Association held a Palm Sunday Celebration Sunday afternoon at the Old Courthouse on ‘The Square’ in Uptown Lexington.
Red Donut Shop claims unofficial world record, reveals business expansion
The red carpet was rolled out and local celebrities were in abundance Tuesday evening at Red Donut Shop in Uptown Lexington.
A Photo Gallery: Women's History Month Pop-Up Shop
Carolyn Curry, owner of Car’Ma Essentials, and Renoda Burns, owner of 4EverEvolvn, hosted a Women’s History Month Pop-Up Shop on Saturday, March 11 at the J. Smith Young YMCA Event Center.
Kassie's Column: More love, please
“I have decided to stick with love. Hate is too great a burden to bear.” ~Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr.
Residents share thoughts about former DEI officer's resignation, other concerns at council meeting
An overflow of citizens were in attendance on Monday night, February 27, for the Lexington City Council’s biweekly meeting.
Black History Month: Flag burning ceremony a first for Banks-Miller Post 255
On the morning of May 21, history was made as American Legion Banks-Miller Post 255 held a flag burning ceremony - a first in the organization’s 70 year history.
Black History Month: A Champion's Journey
NaSheed Peoples had been living in a dream delayed.
Black History Month: Sorority commemorates slave burial site
The Lexington Alumnae chapter of Delta Sigma Theta Sorority, Inc. hosted a Commemoration of the Slave Burial Site in the Lexington City Cemetery (State St.) on Sunday, February 19.
Kassie's Column: School Counselors remain Unsung Heroes
Did you know this week is National School Counseling Week?
Advocates for Charles McNeair began clemency campaign
Approximately 30 supporters of Charles McNeair gathered on the steps of the Davidson County Courthouse, in the rain, on Thursday afternoon to raise awareness about what they view as an ‘injustice in the justice system.’
LPD investigates shooting
On January 22, 2023, at 12:52 p.m., Lexington Police received a call of a shooting in the area of Winston Road at US 29-70.
Kassie's Column: The Art of Wellness
We’re starting to hear the word wellness frequently. But what does it mean? Well, Merriam-Webster’s Dictionary defines it as ‘the quality or state of being in good health especially as an actively sought goal.’ The keyword here is actively.
A Photo Gallery: Alumni Basketball Game
Three local high schools laced up their sneakers on Saturday for an afternoon of fun, reminiscing and jump shots.
Kassie's Column: New Year, New Mindset
What goals have you set for the new year?
'Plungers' jump into chilly waters to raise funds for incarcerated men
On the last Saturday of 2022, a few local citizens ‘plunged’ theirselves into the chilly waters at Elevated Wake Park.