Lexington has opportunities to turn in a new direction and work toward a more prosperous future-----but only if we do some things differently!
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Economic development: Local leaders share perspectives on progress, rumors, relationships
Have the city of Lexington and Davidson County reached a turning point?
Festival and food organizers honor restaurant workers' impact
Throughout this week Davidson County will host two major food events that celebrate our Lexington style barbeque and the locally owned and operated restaurants that serve us daily.
Press Release: Davidson-Davie to host “Open Aquarium” event
Davidson Davie Community College to host Open Aquarium event from 4 pm to 7 pm on Oct. 27.
Column: Giving Work a Chance Down Under
For the next few weeks, Joel Leonard will be touring New Zealand high schools and will be providing 15 sessions to New Zealand high schools in Auckland, Hamilton, Rotorua and Tauranga.
Press Release: Davidson Davie students awarded SECU scholarships
The SECU Bridge to Career Program, which began in 2018, is aligned with the state’s postsecondary education attainment goal to have 2 million working-age North Carolinians possess a high-quality postsecondary credential of labor market value by 2030.
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We are pleased to announce our first print magazine!
Column: DL Job Fair is helping more have stronger tomorrows
Several companies offered jobs on site at Davidson Local’s Give Work A Chance job fair. The job fair is not over; we would love for those interested to send resumes to jobfair@davidsonlocal.com so we can share with more employers.
A Photo Gallery: Give Work A Chance Job Fair
Thursday afternoon, Davidson Local hosted the Give Work A Chance Job Fair. The brainchild of Joel Leonard, we welcomed over 300 job seekers to our event; some who were set up with interviews on the spot.
Today is the day. This afternoon, over 20 area companies will be seeking to fill over 350 livable wage jobs. We will have free food and water stations indoors and outdoors.
Davidson-Davie begins academic year, launches new teacher licensure program
Sustainable agriculture, fire protection, health information technology also now enrolling
Thursday, August 24th Davidson Local Job Fair Details
Over 20 area companies seeking to fill over 350 jobs- all livable wage jobs- even $35/hour welding jobs need to be filled- Healthcare, manufacturing and even firemen needed. So please share to make sure more can rise out of poverty and help companies grow.
Leadership transition for Family Services of Davidson County
Family Services of Davidson County (FSDC) has begun their search for a new Executive Director. Tim Tilley, who has been with FSDC since its inception and led the agency as ED during the last four years, has announced his retirement at the end of 2023.
Give Work A Chance Job Fair Employer Profile: Graham Personnel Services (GPS)
We’re planning for a great turnout at the Give Work A Chance Job Fair on August 24th. We will have many opportunities of different education and skill levels, ranging from entry-level roles requiring no previous experience, to jobs that require a degree and experience.
Give Work A Chance Job Fair Employer Profile: Greensboro Fire Department
Over the next several weeks, we will be publishing profiles on the employers who will be attending the job fair on August 24 from 4-7 p.m. at 599 Railroad St. at Bull City Ciderworks in Lexington. Captain Kelly Giles, a 1988 Central Davidson High School graduate, wants to make sure Davidson County candidates are invited to apply for current and future options in neighboring Greensboro.
Addie's Advice: Summer Volunteer Tips
Help your local community and help yourself by taking the time to go up to the library! It’s an amazing opportunity with amazing people and coordinators there to help you out.
Golden Leaf Initiative: Due by June 21st
Projects should focus on investments in the building blocks of economic growth, and must address job creation and economic investment, agriculture, and/or workforce preparedness.
Employers Give Work A Chance by hiring new talent
For companies who need more skilled techs and talented workers, join us August 24th from 4pm-7pm at Bull City Ciderworks in Lexington for the GIVE WORK A CHANCE JOB FAIR.
Give Work A Chance: Job Fair Tips
To help candidates succeed at the upcoming Give Work A Chance Job Fair on August 24 from4-7pm, enclosed are some common mistakes for candidates to avoid.
Job Coach Joel's Column: Lest We Forget
As we pause to pay homage to those who paid the ultimate sacrifice with their lives in service to our country for Memorial Day, let’s also look at the skills that we cannot forget and need to revive that propel this country to thrive forward.