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Transformation Church NC, just three months old, is hosting its first major fundraiser on Saturday, June 28 to raise money for purchasing its building and to support Pastor Andy Clarke, who is undergoing chemotherapy. The event includes an all-you-can-eat breakfast (7–11 a.m.), a spaghetti dinner (4–7 p.m.), bounce houses for kids, a community yard sale, bake sale, and lemonade stand. Yard sale spot fees and bake sale proceeds will go directly to Pastor Andy and his family. Meals are $10 each, and everyone is invited to come out, eat, shop, and support a growing church and a beloved pastor.

Despite an outcry from service providers for immediate assistance Davidson County Commissioners say they want more information before agreeing to hire a coordinator to expedite the process of spending $25 million in Opioid Settlement Funds.

During its meeting on Monday, the Lexington City Council approved opening requests for proposal for the city-owned property located at 121 – 213 S. Main Street.

Commissioners also approved a sponsorship plan for the naming rights for the individual buildings and amenities in the park. 

In Davidson County, voters affiliated with the Constitution Party (15 voters), Justice for All Party (13 voters), No Labels Party (425 voters), and We the People Party (42 voters) will be moved to Unaffiliated . Voters can still change their registration.

In a weekly column, publisher Antionette Kerr writes from the heart. From alleyway block parties to trail rides, from cemetery dedications to African drum circles, the weekend honored ancestors, told hard truths, and lifted up joy. The Davidson Local team showed up to 10 events across the county—not just to report, but to witness.

The Davidson County Sheriff’s Office Criminal Investigation Division joined resources with the members of the Denton Police Department for the investigation.

County Commissioner Matt Mizell shares memories, recognizing the dedication of its staff, while expressing concern over the aging infrastructure and limited resources that hinder its potential.

The Denton Public Library will host a free outdoor concert featuring the 208th Army Reserve Band on Thursday, June 26 at 6:00 PM. Community members are invited to bring lawn chairs and enjoy an evening of patriotic and popular music on the library lawn at 310 W Salisbury Street.

Thomasville will make history this Saturday, June 21st, with its 1st Annual Trail Ride at Pace Park, featuring trail rides, food trucks, live performances, and line dancing. With the theme #HatsOnBootsDown, the event promises to be a unique celebration of culture, unity, and community spirit in the Chair City.

One advocate of the disability community challenges Chappel’s “apology” in a letter to the editor.