#DLYearInReview: Top Stories

What a year! Although we launched four months into 2021, we quickly learned Davidson County was ready to embrace our nontraditional way of '“doing news.” We’ve published some big stories this year that have produced an assortment of feelings amongst our readers.

Controversial news always seems to spread faster than wholesome stories. However, we’re grateful you all embrace both. We hope you’ve enjoyed re-reading articles and reading articles you haven’t read before over the past week and a half through our #DLYearInReview. A lot has happened since April and we hope we’ve kept you informed with our hyperlocal news coverage. Expect more great content from us in 2022!

Without further ado, here are Davidson Local’s Top 12 stories of 2021:

1. USA Day at Central Davidson High School sparks controversy

2. Lexington alumni named head basketball coach

3. For the Culture Customs in Thomasville specializes in personalized sneakers

4. DCS adds additional COVID-19 guidelines for upcoming school year

5. Column: Masks will be optional for DCS students

6. Column: Parents save local proms

7. DeeJay Sneaks in Thomasville features designer sneakers

8. Baker becomes first Black judge in Davidson and Davie counties

9. New Business: Smoke and Oak Cigars sets soft launch

10. Update: LSHS Varsity Boys' Basketball head coaching position

11. LSHS graduate chosen to lead Marine helicopter squadron

12. Lohr presented with prestigious civilian honor

To catch up on more of what’s taken place in Davidson County this year, visit our website. If you aren’t a subscriber, sign up for free at davidsonlocal.com/subscribe. You’ll receive an email every morning at 7a.m. with all the latest news from Davidson Local. If interested in advertising with Davidson Local, contact us at ads@davidsonlocal.com. Happy reading! And Happy New Year!