Attorney General Josh Stein today urged the U.S. Department of Education (ED) to fix the broken Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) program and make loan forgiveness a reality for public servants across the country.
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Lexington City Council reviews utility satisfaction survey, awards street repair contract
Lexington City Council held its regular meeting on 9/27/2021 at Commons on the Green. Agenda items included a review of customer utility satisfaction surveys and awarding street maintenance contracts.
Political Opinion: Llamando para un cambio para los estudiantes en las comunidades rurales
El mes pasado aproveché la oportunidad para hacer un llamado a nuestra comunidad joven para un cambio en mi comunidad rural. Sin embargo, se podría decir ¿qué cambio necesitamos exactamente? Le sorprenderá saber que hay muchas personas a las que no les gusta el cambio en nuestro condado. Recientemente se dijo: "No traigas ese tipo de problemas aquí, estamos en Davidson, eso no sucede aquí". Verá, como mujer de color que ha crecido en Davidson la mayor parte de su vida, me afecta directamente la desigualdad aquí, así que esta semana daremos un paso atrás y abordaremos uno de nuestros temas más importantes: Nuestros sistemas escolares.
Political Opinion: Davidson County Democrats say making good citizens starts in our schools
Political Opinion: “It should not matter whether you are on the right or left of the political spectrum, at the end of the day we want a better Davidson County. This means we need to have these tough conversations, even if it makes us uncomfortable.” As part of our hyperlocal coverage, Davidson Local invites ALL registered political parties to submit a monthly opinion column by a designee.
Opinion: Local Libertarians tackle drug laws
As part of our hyperlocal coverage, Davidson Local invites ALL registered political parties to submit a monthly opinion column by a designee.
Opinion: Local GOP Chair says "This is not the America we know."
As part of our hyperlocal coverage, Davidson Local invites ALL registered political parties to submit a monthly opinion column by a designee.
Local GOP plans supply drive for September 2 meeting
The Davidson GOP would like to lend a hand. They are holding a "Pack-the-Trailer" Night at the next monthly meeting on September 2.
Political Ad: Attorney Jon Welborn endorsed by Lt. Gov. Mark Robinson
Paid Political Advertisement: After his trip to Davidson County, Lt. Governor Mark Robinson endorsed Jon Welborn candidate for District Court Judge in Davidson and Davie calling the local attorney a “Christian” and “Patriot.”
From Sen. Jarvis' Senate Desk: August 13, 2021
The latest from NC State Senator Steve Jarvis.
Lt. Governor rallies Republicans in Davidson County
To a sold-out crowd of almost 220 Davidson County and surrounding residents, North Carolina’s Lt. Governor Mark Robinson rallied republicans to “show up and show out” for the 2022 Elections at the 1st Annual All-American Cookout.
Political Opinion: Davidson County Republican Party is growing stronger
As part of our hyperlocal coverage, Davidson Local invites ALL registered political parties to submit a monthly opinion column by a designee. Chris Jessup, chair of the Davidson County Republican Party writes this month’s political opinion.
Political Opinion: Libertarianism in Davidson County includes everyone
As part of our hyperlocal coverage, Davidson Local invites ALL registered political parties to submit a monthly opinion column by a designee. Former chair Donald Reid Deal writes this month’s column from a Libertarian perspective. He is Past Chair of Davidson County party Current Vice Chair of the state party. Last cycle candidate for Davidson County Commissioner.
Political Opinion: Davidson County Democrats fight for change
Marlene Martinez writes this month’s political opinion. She is a Winston-Salem State University Alumni, Local Activist, Political Scientist, and Third-Chair for the Davidson County Democratic Party.
Governor Cooper announces County Boards of Elections Chair Appointments
Read how Gov. Cooper has appointed the following individuals to serve as Chair of the following County Boards of Elections.
To mask or not to mask?
To mask or not to mask?
That seems to be the hot topic facing most school districts as the 2021-2022 school year approaches. Davidson County is no different. The school board had a scheduled meeting Monday and many parents showed up share their thoughts. Our new youth correspondent, Riley Elliott, was in attendance also to bring the scoop straight to our readers.
Conservative Conversations photo gallery
The Davidson County Republican Women hosted Conservative Conversations this past weekend at the home of Gregg and Carol Stutes.
Candidate filings closed for municipal elections to be held in Nov
Most local municipalities will vote on Nov. 2nd. Here are the candidate filings for local elections that have not been delayed due to pending census results.
GOP women host conservative conversations cookout
The Davidson County Republican Women will sponsor The Conservative Conversations Cookout on Saturday, July 17th. Speakers will include Congressman Ted Bud, NC GOP Chairman Michael Whatley, Judge April Wood, NC State Treasurer Dale Folwell, NC Committee woman Kyshia Lineberger, US Senator Mark Walker, Bo Hines Candidate for Congress.
Power outage temporarily halts election filings
A power outage at The Davidson County BOE has temporarily halted election fillings. BOE staff says updated filings will be posted online on Monday.