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Grace Episcopal Shrove Tuesday Pancake Supper Celebrates 72 Years
On the evening of March 4, 2025, the Men of Grace Episcopal Church will host the 72nd Anniversary Shrove Tuesday Pancake Supper in the church undercroft located on East 5th Avenue off South Main Street in Lexington.
National Weather Service issues weather alert, Wednesday
The storm's eventual path will influence the types and amounts of precipitation that occur.
Press Release: United Way of Davidson County awards grants to local nonprofits
The United Way of Davidson County Board of Directors met to hear recommendations provided by over 60 individual community members who participated as fund distribution volunteers. Twenty-four local nonprofits w were chosen to receive $863,410 in grants this year.
Hearts for Hospice showers patients with love
The HODC Volunteer Department has coordinated Hearts for Hospice for the last six years, and it has consistently expanded each time.+
Residents withdraw opposition to Lexington's largest housing development
The Lexington City Council approved a conditional zoning request for a 130-acre housing complex off of Fairview Drive during its meeting on Monday. It is the largest housing development ever approved within the city limits.
Norman Mills of Lexington wins $200,000 lottery
Norman Mills of Lexington took a chance on a $5 scratch-off and won a $200,000 top prize.
Uptown Lexington celebrates 30 years, diversity is questioned
Uptown Lexington was established in 1994 and is funded through a municipal service district tax. Property owners within the district contribute an additional 20 cents for every $100 of their property's value. Additionally, the City of Lexington provides the organization with an annual grant of $75,000.
Press Release: Annual Point-In-Time Count Begins January 29, 2025
From January 29 – February 4, 2025, organizations and street outreach teams will be connecting with individuals experiencing homelessness to help them get counted and provide them with a resource bag. Please see this year's flyer for events throughout the week.
Press Release: The Life Center awarded AFA grant to provide Respite Care Services
The Life Center of Davidson County, a non-profit organization, has been awarded a national grant from the Alzheimer’s Foundation of America (AFA) to provide respite care services for local families affected by dementia.
Thomasville Police arrest two minors in shooting, request help finding third suspect
Anyone with information regarding this incident or the location of Adam James Wright is urged to contact Thomasville Crime Stoppers at (336) 476-8477 or their local law enforcement agency.
Update on the PowerSchool Cybersecurity Incident: Davidson County Schools
An Update on the PowerSchool Cybersecurity Incident Dear families and educators — As we previously communicated, PowerSchool, a cloud-based software vendor used by Davidson County Schools, recently experienced a cybersecurity incident involving unauthorized access to certain information in the PowerSchool Student Information System (SIS).
Crappie League Fishing Tournament comes to High Rock Lake, Feb. 7-8
A national fishing tournament is taking place Feb. 7-8 at High Rock Lake near Lexington, NC. The tourney is open to amateur and semi-professional anglers to compete for cash, prizes and a chance to qualify for the NCL National Championship.
Lexington Fire Department responds to early morning blaze; road closed
Fairview Drive is closed from Talbert Blvd to North Carolina Ave are closed due to ice on the road caused by fire hoses. The Street Department is cooperating with police and fire officials to spread salt once the area is cleared.
Davidson County could face almost 500 votes tossed out of the 2024 election
Across party lines, 500 voters in Davidson County could lose in the 2024 election.
City of Thomasville lifts water restrictions
The City of Thomasville announces the lifting of water restrictions previously implemented due to the freezing temperatures and related water utility challenges.
Updates: January 22nd School Closings
Winter weather is back again.
Update: Thomasville continues to ask residents to limit water usage
Officials say water issues could last a few days during extreme cold. Essential Water Use Guidelines are in place.
Volunteers needed to count homelessness
On January 29th, counties across the state will participate in a one-day survey that aims to capture a comprehensive snapshot of both sheltered and unsheltered homeless individuals.
Alert: City of Thomasville requests limited water use
The City of Thomasville urgently requests your cooperation due to multiple water line breaks causing significantly reduced water availability