As society progresses, rectifying past wrongdoings and preventing future ones is important. Particularly in STEM, where there has been a long-standing history of male domination within the academic and workplace settings.
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Renovation work begins at Brooker T’s Café in Uptown Lexington
Rebuilding begins at Brooker T’s Café in Uptown Lexington after years of fire damage.
Lexington Middle School girls basketball team brings home championship
The Lexington Middle School girl’s basketball team has demonstrated themselves as a force to be reckoned with. After going undefeated for the last season, they managed to capture the title of Davidson County Regular Season Champions.
Column: Bet on North Carolina
History is being made today in North Carolina as legalized online sportsbook gambling begins.
Local Book Festival draws large crowd
Despite a cold and rainy day, the Second Annual Lexington Book Festival on Saturday drew a large crowd of enthusiastic readers of all ages.
Faith & Fellowship: The Roadmap to the Cross Part 2
We use a roadmap to guide us as we travel to key places, that we should arrive at our destination. Therefore let us continue to use the roadmap to the cross where we may praise and celebrate our King.
Author Robert Gwaltney is here today for the Lexington Book Festival
The much-anticipated second annual Lexington Book Festival is happening today from 10 a.m. until 5 pm. The Book Festival is sure to be a memorable and exciting event packed full of activities to participate in.
Phoebe Zerwick journalist and author joins Lexington Book Festival Saturday
Join local journalist and author Phoebe Zerwick at the Lexington Book Festival on Saturday March 09, 2024 in Uptown Lexington. A love of journalism, writing and telling the stories of those around her may have always been a part of her world, but she still never thought she’d write a book.
Meet author Jeffrey Dale Lofton at the Lexington Book Festival on Saturday
Meet author Jeffrey Dale Lofton this Saturday March 09, 2024 at the Lexington Book Festival in Uptown Lexington.
Meet Author Stacy McAnulty at the Lexington Book Festival
Davidson Local’s Joel Leonard recently conducted an interview for the Second Annual Lexington Book Festival with the talented Stacy McAnulty, who has written over 30 books. Stacy and other authors will be at the Lexington Book Festival in Uptown Lexington on March 09, 2024.
The roadmap to the cross: Part 1
As we embark on the Easter season, let us be reminded of the Lent season, which is a 40 day season of prayer and fasting that begins on Ash Wednesday and ends at sundown on Holy Thursday. This period is a time of preparation to celebrate the resurrection at Easter.
Business News: Main Street Pizza and Deli is staying in the family
A third generation is now managing the oldest restaurant in the Uptown Lexington Municipal Service District, Main Street Pizza and Deli located at 13 North Main Street.
Faith & Fellowship: Guide Your Mind
Minister Toni McCullough share another special message which will add ease and value to your journey. This week she shares , “As believers we must guide our minds, The word of God teaches us, Let this mind be in you, which was also in Christ Jesus”.
Column: February is US National Sweet Potato Month
February is US National Sweet Potato Month and these delicious yet versatile root veggies are all the rage. Farms in North Carolina have had a lot to do with the growth in popularity as more than just a holiday dish.
Column: Gosh, I miss growing up in Lexington, North Carolina
Joel Leonard describes his experiences as a youth. “Growing up in Lexington at that time, I thought that was a drawback but little did I know, it actually was a gift to live in a small town with caring neighbors to look out for me. A place where I could safely explore the outside world and develop creative skills. “
Upcoming events to fill your social calendar
The last week of February has numerous events that offer a variety of interesting options for those looking to get out and about in Davidson County.
Conversations of the Heart
Minister Toni McCullough brings more special words from God to guide and comfort us. When we as believers speak from our heart, it reveals our true being. Your heart is important to God, it is where all your dreams and passions live.
Lifestyles: Chocolate covered strawberries for Valentine’s Day
What could be more elegant or delicious than giving someone special a box of chocolate covered strawberries today or any time? Here is a great recipe from Davidson Local’s Lifestyles Editor, Clarence-Vernon Hargrave for chocolate covered strawberries.
Welcoming and celebrating the Lunar New Year 2024
Staff writer Addie Walser shares ways to welcome and to celebrating the Lunar New Year 2024.
Business News: Lexington's Best Pizza to open in Uptown Lexington
A new restaurant “Lexington’s Best Pizza” is coming to Uptown Lexington offering a delicious local take on New York-style pizza.