The Davidson County Sheriff’s Office shares safety reminders for the holiday shopping season.
All in safety
Press Release: Tyro Fire Department responds to residential fire
Two pets were safely removed from the home. No other injuries reported.
Press Release: LFD responds to church fire during Barbecue Festival
On Saturday, October 28, at approximately 2:45 pm during the Lexington BBQ Festival, the Lexington Fire Department responded to a structure fire involving a church at 1700 South Main Street.
Alert: Crews working to repair water lines in Lexington
Impacted areas are: Hillcrest Drive, Chestnut Street, Hege Drive & Grimes Circle.
Family and friends of Valerie Holt-Craven and Jason Corbett gather in their memory
Purple balloons adorn the sky in remembrance of domestic violence victims.
Sheriff's office offers safety tips for door-to-door trick or treating
The Davidson County Sheriff’s office shares safety tips for door-to-door trick or treaters, parents, drivers and candy givers this Halloween.
'Spook'tacular Halloween decor: staff picks
Fun and festive Halloween decorations play a significant role in setting the mood for this thrilling holiday. With eerie and eye-catching Halloween props, creative decorations lend an atmosphere of mystery and awe. Our staff picks range in size, price and theme. Happy Halloween.
Press Release: Vehicle Accident Fatality Investigation
On Monday, October 23, 2023, at 12:14 a.m., officers responded to the scene near 50 W. Holly Hill Road, Thomasville, in response to a vehicle striking a pedestrian.
Press Release: Novant Health asks the community to clean out its medicine cabinets
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.
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.