To help ensure the safe disposal of unused medications, Novant Health is encouraging members of the community to clean out their medicine cabinets Oct. 28, U.S. Drug Enforcement Administration’s (DEA) National Prescription Drug Take Back Day.
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Press Release: Lexington man charged with exploitation of a minor
On Friday, October 20, 2023, Detectives with the Davidson County Sheriff’s Office Criminal Investigation Division, Internet crimes against children task force, arrested and charged Giancarlo Blandino, of Lexington, North Carolina, with 10 counts of second-degree sexual exploitation of a minor.
Annual Halloween Safe Alternative event to be held Oct. 31
Anything For Our Youth Group, and The American Legion – Banks & Miller Post #255 will host its annual Halloween Safe Alternative Event on Tuesday, October 31, 2023 from 6:00 pm to 8:00 pm. This free event is open to youth of all ages and their families.
Press Release: Lexington Senior High School dismisses early due to additional threats
Lexington City Schools Announces Early Dismissal at 9:20 AM for Lexington Senior High School Only on Monday, October 9th
Addie's Column: Suicide prevention and mental illness awareness
Actions as simple as reaching out to a loved one and talking with one another can help tremendously. Mental illness makes you feel alone and isolated, and by reaching out and communicating with one another we can help each other and truly make an impact.
Davidson County Sheriff's office makes arrest for sexual abuse involving a child
After being arrested, Matthew Franklin Lafleur was taken before the Davidson County Magistrate where he was issued a secured bond of $250,000.00 and a court date of October 3, 2023. After appearing before the Magistrate, Matthew Franklin Lafleur was placed in the custody of the Davidson County Detention Center.
Press Release: Lexington Police Department arrests suspect wanted by multiple agencies
On September 21, 2023, Lexington Police received an anonymous call about a suspicious vehicle and potential wanted person.
Press Release: Lexington Police arrest suspect in kidnapping incident
Da-Juan Russell was placed in the Davidson County Jail under a $57,500.00 secured bond and is scheduled to appear in Davidson County District Court on October 12, 2023.
Obituary: Auston Reudelhuber
A celebration of Auston's life will be held at 10:30 am Tuesday, September 19, 2023, at Rich Fork Baptist Church where he attended. A burial will follow in the Salisbury National Cemetery. The family will see friends on Monday from 3-8 pm at Wella Farm 368 Weldon Smith Rd., Lexington, NC 27295.
Denton: Explosion at construction plant still under investigation
Officials have provided no information on the cause of the explosion.
Man charged with death after striking trooper with box truck on HWY 150
William Benton is being charged with misdemeanor death by motor vehicle, reckless driving and driving left of center.
Thomasville Police: Investigate hit-and-run crash on Hasty School Road
Please contact Thomasville Police at 336-475-4260 or Crime Stoppers at 336-476-8477 if you have any information or happen to see a blue Honda Pilot missing a passenger side mirror.
Press Release: Fentanyl toxicity death results in murder charge
Sunday, September 3, 2023, Ian Eugene Butler, who was already in the custody of the Davidson County Detention Center, was served with a warrant for arrest charging him with one count of 2nd-degree murder and one count of death by distribution.
LPD K9s will receive bullet and stab protective vests
Lexington Police Department’s K9s Rico, Cert, and Dax will receive bullet and stab protective vests thanks to a charitable donation from non-profit organization Vested Interest in K9s, Inc. The vests are sponsored by Vested Interest in K9s, Inc. and will be embroidered with the sentiment “This gift of protection provided by Vested Interest in K9s, Inc.”. Delivery is expected within eight to ten weeks.
Lexington Police Investigate Incident
At approximately 8 am this morning, William Bess, 48, of Lexington, was struck and killed by an Amtrak train. Lexington Fire Department, Davidson County EMS and Davidson County Rescue Squad assisted at the scene.
Fire Damages Home on Sunnyside Drive
The Lexington Fire Department responded last night at approximately 11:30 pm to a fire on Sunnyside Drive, where firefighters found a single-family home on fire with heavy smoke showing from the front.
Davidson County Sherriff's traffic stops led to 93 charges
A multi-agency high visibility engagement in the area of Gumtree Road and Hwy 109 North, Winston Salem led to almost 100 charges.
Give Work A Chance Job Fair Employer Profile: Greensboro Fire Department
Over the next several weeks, we will be publishing profiles on the employers who will be attending the job fair on August 24 from 4-7 p.m. at 599 Railroad St. at Bull City Ciderworks in Lexington. Captain Kelly Giles, a 1988 Central Davidson High School graduate, wants to make sure Davidson County candidates are invited to apply for current and future options in neighboring Greensboro.
American Children’s Home receives national recertification
CEO Kat Barrier wrote in a statement: This is a significant achievement for our organization and one we should be extremely proud of accomplishing. COA accreditation affirms that an organization meets the highest national standards of best practice and establishes the organization’s credibility as effective and professionally sound. In addition, it provides assurance to all of our stakeholders that American Children’s Home is delivering needed, high-quality services in our community, conducting its operations successfully, and managing its funds effectively.
Op Ed: Local company announces Veterans Crisis Line
If you are a Veteran in crisis or concerned about someone who is, help is here.