In her short but remarkable time with the department, Laura became a standout leader, particularly as the Hands-Only CPR Committee Lead. Her commitment to saving lives was not just professional—it was personal. Laura was responsible for seven documented CPR saves during her career, a testament to her quick thinking, skill, and calm under pressure.
City Manager Michael Brandt presented a shiny new badge—not to a human hero, but to the town’s four-legged trailblazer, Doc, Thomasville Fire & Rescue’s very first therapy dog.
A new billboard now stands over Highway 64 in Lexington, bringing fresh attention—and urgent hope—to the 44-year-old cold case of Donna Barnhill, who vanished in 1981 at just 13 years old.
The proposed Amendment 1 will be discussed at the Board of Commissioners meeting on Monday, April 14, at 6 PM at the Governmental Center in Lexington.
Vista Management, Inc. Commends Chief Robby Rummage and the Lexington Police Department for Their Commitment to Community Safety.
On April 22 from 2:00 to 3:30 PM, Brian Hamilton, founder of the Inmates to Entrepreneurs (I2E) program, will lead a special 90-minute Correctional Facility Boot Camp at Davidson Correctional Center (1400 Thomason Street, Lexington). This session is part of his decades-long mission to help justice-involved individuals find new paths through small business ownership.
Antionette Kerr writes, “There’s a weary gentleman perched on my windowsill. His name is Mr. Aloe, and he’s seen some things.”
A member of the Davidson County Board of Education is facing public outcry and multiple criminal charges after a head-on vehicle collision that resulted in injuries to a 10-year-old child. The incident, which occurred the evening of April 9, 2025, has prompted growing concern over public accountability and road safety.
The legal Tug of War continues for N.C. Supreme Court halts decision requiring verification of 65,000 votes in tight judicial race. Almost 500 Davidson County voters could be impacted.
The event will begin at 10 a.m. with an educational session led by knowledgeable team members from both Davidson County Senior Services and Hospice of Davidson County. Afterward, attendees will have the chance to receive personalized, one-on-one assistance with completing their advance directives through 12 pm.
Students at Davidson-Davie Community College now have an easy pathway to earning a degree at the University of North Carolina at Charlotte. Thanks to a new transfer partnership with UNC Charlotte’s 49erNext program, students who earn an Associate degree at Davidson-Davie can seamlessly transfer into their major at the University of North Carolina at Charlotte.
On Thursday, April 3, 2025, Thomas Glenn Robinson, 66 years old was arrested and charged with one count of indecent liberties with a minor.
Let’s make sure that this baby’s death was not in vain. Let’s become the kind of village where every child is safe—and every adult is accountable.
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Linda and Dan Underwood (Photographed) are excited to offer floral deals to small business owners and churches.
There are two Interest Meetings for the revamping of a new Civitan Club in Lexington.
They are scheduled for April 7, 12:00 and April 28, 5:30.
The victim was identified as Jade Campsey, age 25, of Lexington. Officers quickly determined that the shooting occurred on Smith Avenue near Miller Street. The victim is being treated at Wake Forest Baptist Hospital. There are no current updates on her condition.
On Thursday, April 3, officers with the Lexington Police
Department responded to the Davidson County Courthouse, 110 West Center St, in reference to a single motor vehicle accident involving the courthouse building.
In a significant move towards sustainability and economic growth, Divert, Inc., a leader in circular economy solutions, has partnered with Nuveen Energy Infrastructure Credit, an affiliate of TIAA, to invest over $90 million in a state-of-the-art food waste processing facility in Lexington. {Contributed Photo}
