Based on the 1982 Pulitzer-Prize winning novel, the second film adaptation of Walker’s colorful take on sisterhood dominated the box office with an $18 million opening on Monday. Local ties bring special attention to the film.
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Column: The majesty of the stained glass at St. Stephen UMC of Lexington
St. Stephen United Methodist Church in Uptown Lexington is adorned with numerous colorful stained glass windows that have a very regal presence and a story of their own.
Press Release: Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. Art Exhibition and Gallery event celebrates Civil Rights
All youth artists, from K-2nd grade; 3rd -5th; 6th -8th to 9th–12th grade, are invited to participate. Entries will be categorized by age groups and judged by a panel of local artists. Artwork should focus on themes related to the Civil Rights Movement of 1964 or Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr’s life. Submissions must be completed labeled with name, grade, and school name (not required) and delivered to teachers, afterschool directors, or dropped off at the Arts Theater 202 by January 5, 2024.
Braden Hull to share comfort and joy through free Christmas concert
Local country musician Braden Hull will share comfort and joy through a free Christmas concert from 7-10 p.m. on Thursday, Dec.14 at High Rock Church, 135 Lowes Blvd, Lexington.
Press Release: Lexington Book Festival receives community engagement grant
The upcoming Lexington Book Festival will take place on Saturday, March 9, 2024, at Arts Davidson County at 202 North Main Street in Lexington. This book festival is made possible by a grant from North Carolina Humanities, a statewide nonprofit and the state affiliate of the National Endowment for the Humanities.
Press Release: Chair City Christmas Dec. 15th
The event will take place on Main Street from 6-8 PM on December 15. The mission of this event is to provide a free, fun, and family-friendly gathering,
Davidson County Schools awards Superintendent's Holiday Card Contest winners
The winning entries were professionally framed and returned to the artist along with 20 cards featuring their artwork to share with family and friends.
Column: Lexington native Cory Holt set to emcee first Men of Valor program
Holt attended Hargrave Military Academy, before enrolling at Virginia Tech University, where he lettered four years on the football team - winning 3 ACC Championships.
Goose and Monkey Brewhouse brings home medals from NC Brewers Cup Competition
Goose and Monkey Brewhouse won the Silver Medal in the North Carolina Brewers Cup Competition American Amber Lager Category for Seductive Mullet. This is the first state medal for owners Brent and Ashlee Moore. The GMBH team previously won Carolina's Championship of Beer, the World Beer Cup and the Great American Beer Festival.
Find Christmas décor and gifts at River House Emporium.
Thomasville 2023 Holiday Window Contest
From classic holiday scenes to quirky and unconventional themes, the storefronts are transformed into magical wonderlands that capture the spirit of the festive season. Winners earn cash prizes up to $300.
Press Release: Gardeners' Conference registration is open
Davidson County Extension Master Gardeners is slated for Feb. 8, 2024. The event is open to the public. Registration costs $45 and the event offers morning refreshments, a hot buffet lunch, vendors for shopping, and a day packed full of fun and learning about gardening.
Generational Transitions: Refresh and declutter this holiday season
Less than a month away and Santa will be coming down the chimney! Don't let him drop your new goodies atop of old clutter from this past year.
Thomasville Christmas Parade: Saturday, Dec. 9th
Applications: Entries are now available on the Thomasville Tourism website.
Santa Claus is coming to town: Uptown Lexington's parade seeks applicants
Vendors are invited to register here by Nov. 21. For the past few years, space has been tight. First come, first served. Stewart said the small fee is worth it. According to Steward, Uptown Lexington is one of the few evening parades remaining in the region
Food Truck Thursday returns to Lexington; new location at Bull City Ciderworks
The festivities begin this week until further notice. {Contributed Photos}
Press Release: Uptown Lexington's Christmas Open House and Home for the Hogidays
On November 19th Uptown Lexington will host Christmas Open House 1:00 pm-6:00 pm. Home for the Hogidays November 19th -January 5th. 3369567773
Addie's Column: Artist Austin Bell's photography is a global slam dunk
In the spring of 2024, Austin’s new photography book is slated to be released alongside a gallery of his work.
Press Release: Special Music Service with The Cook Family
The Cook Family is a Southern Gospel group based in Denton, NC and was started in 1969.
Join our annual Holiday Press Pass Dinner on Saturday, enter to win 3 months of FREE advertising.
This elegant dinner will feature a custom menu by Chef Michael Moorefield and will be hosted by designer and Davidson Local writer Clarence-Vernon Hargrave.