Eugena Jones is scheduled to appear in Davidson County on January 23, 2025, at 9:00 AM at the Davidson County Courthouse, Courtroom DC01. Parents question the delayed response by Davidson County Schools.
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From the Desk of State Senator Steve Jarvis
We have crossed the threshold to welcome in the year of 2025. I hope you were able to close out the past and embrace the new beginning with fond farewells and open minds!
Thomasville City Schools to operate on two hour delay Jan. 6th
Wintery weather impacts local school systems returning on January 6th.
Press Release: Lexington Utilities receives national award for Electric Restoration Efforts in response to Hurricane Helene
Lexington Utilities sent lineworkers to assist New River Light & Power, Co. in Western NC, which suffered widespread outages because of the devastation from Helene.
MLK Memorial Breakfast to feature Lexington native and acclaimed educator Celena Clark Tribby
This year’s gathering will take place on Monday, January 20, 2025, beginning at 8 am with doors opening at 7:30 am. The venue for this occasion is the Commons on the Green, located at 200 Country Club Blvd, Lexington.
Local Food hubs flourish with support of FarmSHARE
Piedmont Fresh, part of the Davidson County Local Food Network, operates as a local food hub that processes weekly orders and delivers them to local pickup locations. This marks their inaugural season with the FarmShare Program.
Op-Ed: Local advocate expresses disappointment with Governor Cooper
As a citizen of North Carolina, and an advocate for Charles McNeair who was awaiting clemency, I was extremely confused and shocked because it was my belief Governor Cooper was a man who valued justice and cared about those incarcerated in NC Prisons.
What the Top 5 stories say about local readers
Here are the Top 5 stories published by Davidson Local in 2024
Thomasville Warming Centers open for families to escape below freezing temps
Starting January 1st, Ministries in Thomasville will open overnight Emergency Warming Centers to provide shelter during the coldest nights of the year.
Davidson County voters question lists of challenged ballots
Over 1,300 voters in Davidson County were identified on a list of challenged ballots and notified via mail.
Davidson County woman “really tickled” after $100,000 Powerball win
Frances Pressley of Southmont had to drive back to the store to double-check her $3 Powerball ticket after she found out she won a $100,000 prize.
Thomasville minors arrested, charged with assault and robbery
On Thursday, December 26, 2024, at approximately 2:27 p.m., officers responded to a robbery report in the 200 block of W. Main Street. A juvenile victim told police that he had been assaulted and robbed of his iPhone and watch.
A Tradition of Hoops and Holiday Spirit: The Story of the Ledford Christmas Classic
The Ledford Christmas Classic, formerly known as the Davidson County Christmas Tournament, is more than just a basketball competition it's a celebration of community, tradition, and athletic excellence.
Rain dampens Denton FarmPark Festivities
The Denton FarmPark will be closed on Saturday, December 27.
Investigation underway in Thomasville Shooting incident, no injuries reported
Officers were alerted to a shooting related disturbance at 7:59 PM on December 26th at the intersection of Sullivan and Harris Streets.
A look through the lens of Davidson Local’s photojournalism.
Atrium Health Wake Forest Baptist raises minimum age for workers
Advocate Health is making a bold move with a remarkable $764 million investment across six states, beginning with a significant boost in the minimum starting wage.
Merry Christmas! Announcing a new grant and need for matching community funds
As we embrace the holiday spirit, we want to take a moment to express our heartfelt gratitude to each and every one of our loyal readers, advertisers, and generous donors.