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Democratic Party leaders writes, “Davidson County, today I come to you with a piece on one of my favorite topics —- Our broken justice system. Last month, our country proved once again just how bad we need a reform of our criminal justice system. People across the nation are speaking out about how the justice system.”
Political Opinion: As we all know the main race coming up in 2022 are local elections, the main one will be for County Commissioner. At the top of the list is maintaining Constitutionality at the local level. Most have a particular view that the Constitution only encompasses that which they are in favor of. Truth is that it was written to include all, only a couple of Articles and Bill of Rights are specifically addressed to the citizen.
This week has been a roller coaster for North Carolina primary elections filings. After several stops and starts on late Wednesday, the North Carolina Supreme Court suspended the ongoing candidate filing period for the 2022 elections in the state based on concerns over district maps and gerrymandering.
The battle over political maps in North Carolina continues. The fight hit home yesterday as fillings began in Davidson County. Municipal candidates were permitted to file. The start of North Carolina candidate filing for U.S. House and legislative seats was blocked on early on Monday by an appeals court panel then only restored hours later by the state Court of Appeals judges.
Political Ad: James Carr Jr., Lexington native son and candidate for the NC US senate seat, currently held by the retiring senator, Richard Burr, will be holding a Meet and Greet on December 12th, from 2 - 4, at the Breeden Insurance Amphitheater.
Political Ad: Vivian Royal announces intent to run for Ward 1 Lexington City Council.
Thomasville’s Toney Kincaid says there’s a stigma around epilepsy that he and others in the Epilepsy Association of North Carolina are working hard to shift. Sam’s Law is a bill that would require K-12 schools and UNC system schools to create seizure action plans for students who have seizures.
Political Ad: Robert Miller announces intent to run for County Commissioner.
Political Ad: Lt. Governor endorses Commissioner Chris Elliott.
Political Advertising: Mandy Kiser announces intent to run for County Commissioner seat.
The Davidson County Republican Women hosted an Autumn Harvest Jubilee on Sat, November 6th at The Davidson County Fair Grounds. The event included a host of small businesses and a dessert contest judged by elected officials including Lt. Governor Mark Robinson.
Elections director Ruth Huneycutt passes, staff to honor almost 50 year legacy.
The Davidson County Republican women are excited to host The Autumn Harvest Jubilee which will include a Bakers Challenge on Saturday, Nov. 6th. Lt. Governor Mark Robinson is the featured speaker.
Don’t forget to vote in 2021 Municipal Elections Denton, Midway, Thomasville, Wallburg!
Lexington City Council held its regular bi-monthly meeting on October 25 with a presentation related to redistricting that could impact the structure of voting wards in Lexington.
A Spirit Week celebration at Central Davidson High School has triggered controversy with students, parents and the community. Officials at CDHS called this a misunderstanding. During the course of Spirit Week, daily activities were planned by students and approved by advisors. Wednesday’s theme was promoted as American Day according to the school’s website.
As part of our hyperlocal coverage, Davidson Local invites ALL registered political parties to submit a monthly opinion column by a designee.
Political Opinion: No es una sorpresa para nadie que la participación electoral sea siempre menor durante las elecciones municipales. La mayoría de la gente irrumpe en las urnas cuando tenemos una elección presidencial y nuestro país se ve atrapado en el momento de decidir si apoya al candidato demócrata o republicano. Cómo parte de nuestra covertura hiperlocal, Davidson Local invita a TODOS los partidos políticos a que submitan un artículo de opinión mensual escrito por una persona designada.
As part of our hyperlocal coverage, Davidson Local invites ALL registered political parties to submit a monthly opinion column by a designee.
As part of our hyperlocal coverage, Davidson Local invites ALL registered political parties to submit a monthly opinion column by a designee.
