Davidson Local Publisher Antionette Kerr will sit down with award winning author Crystal Smith Paul on stage at 202 North Main Street at 2 p.m. this Saturday March 09, 2024 for the Lexington Book Festival.
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WellCare of North Carolina to host Block Party Event for Medicaid beneficiaries
WellCare of North Carolina will host a Block Party Event in Lexington to provide comprehensive support and resources to Medicaid beneficiaries, focusing on enhancing their health, well-being, and empowerment.
Local cemetery considering pet burials
Holly Hill Memorial Park in Thomasville has an imaginative idea that could just be an excellent undertaking.The pristine memorial park is considering the addition of a pet cemetery to their grounds.
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.
DDCC Small Business Center to host Lunch and Learn Series
The Davidson-Davie Community College Small Business Center, which has locations in Lexington, Thomasville and Davie County is offering an enriching blend of networking and expert business advice to those that are presently operating a small business or who are looking to begin their own small business.
Super Tuesday Surprises Local Officials: Davidson County BOE Primary results
Several races were determined in the Davidson County primary.
Davidson County Civitan Club holds clergy appreciation observance
The Davidson County Civitan Club honored nine local ministers and four spouses with the club’s 21st Clergy Appreciation Observance. The event was held in the fellowship hall of Hedrick's Grove Reformed United Church of Christ.
This Weekend: Best-selling Young Adult author to be at Lexington Book Festival
Author hopes to spark dialogue about mental health, gendered violence and LGBTQIA+ in Young Adult novels. Come out and meet Amber Smith at the 2nd Annual Lexington Book Festival on Saturday March 09, 2024 in Uptown Lexington.
Consumer Alert: Recall on applesauce pouches
Check your pantry to make sure that you or your family is not in danger. Nearly 400 lead poisoning cases were recently linked to recalled cinnamon applesauce pouches that were sold in stores without first being tested for toxic metals.
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.
Press Release: Davidson County Deputies make arrest in Felony child abuse case
{Caution: This article contains content of a sensitive nature concerning underage sexual abuse.} On Sunday February 18, 2024, Patrol deputies with the Davidson County Sheriff’s Office responded to a residence in Lexington in reference to a report of a sexual assault.
Early voting stats: Primary day is March 5th
Primary day is approaching. Voters will need to report to their assigned polling place on Election Day (Tuesday, March 5th) from 6:30am to 7:30pm.
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.
Here is your official guide for the Lexington Book Festival. Join the excitement of the Lexington Book Festival on March 9, 2024 from 10 a.m. until 5 p.m.
Meet Davidson County’s new Fire Marshal K-9 Boone
Davidson County Fire Marshal’s Office is pleased to announce that Fire Marshal K-9 Boone has officially joined his new family here in Davidson County Government.
Veterans News: Those exposed to toxins and hazards will be eligible for healthcare
VA announced that all Veterans who were exposed to toxins and other hazards while serving in the military while at home or abroad will be eligible to enroll directly in VA health care beginning March 5, 2024.
Breaking News: Body found in Erlanger area
Officers responded to a call for service this morning at 10:00 a.m. regarding a possible deceased individual in a wooded area near the Erlanger walking trail in the northern part of Lexington.
Press Release: Local animal shelters receive improvement grant
The Animal Welfare Section of the Veterinary Division of the N.C. Department of Agriculture and Consumer Services recently awarded nine community shelters grants as part of the Animal Shelter Support Fund program.
Thomasville fire considered arson
The Thomasville Fire Department and the Thomasville Police Department responded to a fire at an abandoned property containing numerous buildings before sunset on the morning of February 28, 2024.