Meet the author on Saturday, September 23 at 7pm Refreshments and signing of her newest book, “Hey, Gurl, Hey” to Follow 1002 E. Holly Grove Rd., Lexington.
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Wellness Wednesday: Local places for yoga
Yoga is not just about physical postures; it is a holistic practice that cultivates self-awareness, mindfulness, and inner balance. In this guide, we invite beginners to take their first steps into the world of yoga with a selection of gentle poses that lay the foundation for a nourishing and sustainable practice.
Live United: The Salvation Army Boys and Girls Clubs
United Way of Davidson County invests in programs that provide mentoring, tutoring, and after-school care for students in Davidson County. Programs that effectively encourage school readiness, school success and the lowering of the high school dropout rate and increasing the graduation rate.
Introducing: Wellness Wednesdays with Julie Harshaw
Welcome to our Wellness Wednesday column! In this serene sanctuary of self-care and holistic health, we embark on a weekly journey to explore a myriad of wellness practices, rejuvenating rituals, and empowering tips to nurture your well-being.
United We Stand: Celebrating United Way month, locally
United Way of Davidson County is composed of staff and a 30-person volunteer Board of Directors representing business, social services, local government, and individual donors across Davidson County.
United Way kicks off campaign to raise more than 1 million for local nonprofits
Davidson Local interns are putting a youthful spin on stories in the next few months. Youth Correspondent Riley Elliott attended the campaign celebration and interviewed the staff of United Way. Visit her SCOOP segment and look for more United Way stories as the campaign begins August 1st.
Community gathers to end gun violence
Local community gathers to focus on ending gun violence.
16th ANNUAL RIDE FOR ANGELS TO BE HELD JULY 15th
Hospice of Davidson County will host its 16th Annual Hospice of Davidson County Ride For Angels Saturday, July 15. The 75-mile motorcycle ride, which winds through Davidson County, will depart at 11 a.m. from Denton FarmPark, located at 1072 Cranford Rd, Denton
Riley Elliott: Davidson Local youth correspondent earns historic DARE role
Riley Elliott is a youth correspondent with Davidson Local.
Law enforcement and Special Olympians take a dip for donations
The Triad Chill is returning with a unique fundraising opportunity for individuals, organizations and businesses to support Special Olympics NC by jumping into the frigid water at Wet’n Wild Emerald Pointe on Feb. 25.
Thomasville honors “unchained” history
The Thomasville Black History Month committee is set to host a program in celebration of African Americans’ history, contributions and culture. According to city councilor and organizer Wendy Sellars, there will be a display of citizens and their contributions to the Thomasville and Davidson County communities.
LOVE IS THE WAY: A personal reflection by Barbara Presnell
Columnist Barbara Presnell offers a personal reflection. Grace Episcopal Church will sponsor a community discussion of Bishop Michael Curry’s book, Love is the Way: Holding on to Hope in Troubling Times, on Thursday, Jan. 19, at 7:00 in the Parish Hall. All are invited to participate in person or via Zoom.
'Love is the Way' Congregational and Community Discussion
This one-night-only discussion will be held on Thursday, January 19, at 7 p.m. in Grace Episcopal’s Parish Hall, 419 South Main Street, Lexington. Participation by Zoom will be available. Important note: You don’t have to read the book to attend!
DDCC Small Business Center: Tips for starting a business in 2023
Starting a business? Have an idea you believe is market ready? Congratulations! You are ready to take your first step in business ownership, namely determining the feasibility of your product and/or service and then preparing your business plan.
Caught Doing Good: Thomasville Fire Department wins multiple awards
The Thomasville Fire Department has been busy collecting awards for their service, professionalism, and cooking skills! In October, Chief Martin Daily was named Fire Chief of the Year of the Piedmont Region by the Piedmont NC Firefighter's Association - This qualifies him to be considered for the state-wide Fire Chief of the Year Award. Locally, department members were recognized for their service during their annual service banquet.
Lexington YMCA renovations under way
To follow the progress, visit the J. Smith Young YMCA on Facebook.
UnDeck The Halls: Organization after the Holiday Rush
You have "decked the halls", "hung the stockings with care" and danced around the kitchen with plates of food while kicking around the wrapping paper. Hope you experienced the joys and blessings of Christmas and the holidays.
NAACP to host Thirty-Sixth Annual Freedom Fund Banquet Jan. 14
Plans have been made for the Thirty-Sixth Annual Freedom Fund Banquet, honoring the life and legacy of Rev. Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. The Banquet will be held Saturday, January 14, 2023, at J. Smith Young YMCA, 119 West Third Avenue, Lexington, N.C. at 5:00 pm. The speaker will be Reverend Donna Cuthbertson, Pastor of Union Chapel A.M.E. Zion Church, Linwood, N.C.
Caught Doing Good: Local ministries open doors during extreme cold
As temperature dip to dangerous levels, several Davidson County agencies and churches united to provide emergency food and housing during the holiday season.
