American Legion Post 8 at 206 Wilfred Ave is preparing to start the fun again. We plan to begin the fun the first Saturday in January 2023. We will operate the first and third Saturday each month.
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LYT's 'The Little Mermaid' opens today
Lexington Youth Theatre (LYT) hits the Smith Civic Center stage in Lexington this weekend with the enchanting production of The Little Mermaid.
Davidson County Bicentennial Celebration
The Davidson County Bicentennial Committee, headed by Debbie Harris, Clerk to the Davidson County Commissioners, has been working hard for over two years on planning various festivities celebrating the County’s 200th Birthday.
Davidson County Bicentennial Bash
All year Davidson County has been celebrating its 200th birthday. The celebration will culminate with a bash on Saturday, November 12 at the Davidson County Fairgrounds.
Meet the STORM Basketball Team
Meet the 2022-23 STORM Basketball Team! The first home game of the season is this Saturday at 3 p.m. vs. Denmark Technical College.
Press Pass Dinner: Holiday Favs with a Twist Dec. 3rd
Press Pass Dinner is back with a twist! Join us for our second foodie and hyperlocal evening of culture, bites and conversation with local news lovers.
Column: The Davidson County Extension Master Gardener Demo
Everyone is invited to go see the scarecrows and the gardens at the front of the Agricultural Extension Offices at 301 E. Center Street in Lexington.
Halloween doesn't have be scary: Safe Halloween Tips
Read on for tips on how to have a safe Halloween whether you’re home or away.
Johnny Leroy Dawkins Jr. Scholarship Fund to host "Where are they now" gala
Join us for an evening you won't forget! This will be an evening where we celebrate our scholarship award recipients as they share their success stories, engage in a silent auction and hear from our keynote speaker, Ronnie Beverly. The event will be hosted by emcee, Donnie Holt.
Restaurant Week competition heats up! Vote before Oct. 30th.
It’s election week for a number of reasons. Eat. Drink. Restaurant Week! 2022 officially launched on Monday, Oct. 24 on the heels of the 38th annual Lexington Barbecue Festival. For Davidson County restaurants, and local foodies, the third annual celebration helps solidify Lexington as a fierce foodie scene that extends beyond pulled pork barbecue.
Childhood friends set to host Halloween Bash at Breeden Ampitheater
If you’re looking for a family-friendly event to celebrate and showcase your love for Halloween this weekend, you’re in luck. On Sunday, October 30, Hibachi-Me will host its first Halloween Bash at Breeden Amphitheater.
Visit Uptown for Annual Boo Bash Celebration
Uptown Lexington, Inc., is excited to present Boo Bash on October 29th from 5 – 8 PM. There will be over 50 stations set up to enjoy.
Restaurant Week Features: JJ Mama’s seasoned with tough love and sweet soul
Davidson Local will feature local restaurants during Eat. Drink. Restaurant! Week. Our team will share their stories that highlight our dedicated restaurant workers. This week, we pay homage to staff and owners who work long hours to support and serve our culinary cravings.
Smoke and Oak takes home Small Business of the Year Award
In a relatively short period of time, they have grown to the point that they have almost 2500 members. Courtney and April had a vision that could see past the size of the city, and the already existing entertainment venues, and take a leap of faith that Lexington was ready for and would embrace this type of establishment.
Here is what you need to know about Eat.Drink.Restaurant Week
(The sampler and food are FREE to restaurant workers and anyone who goes to a participating local restaurant on Wednesday, October 26 from 6:30 to 10 p.m.)
Wilkerson sweeps Gold at Special Olympics
The groundbreaking Davidson County resident holds several statewide positions: Special Olympics Davidson County (SODC) Board Athlete Representative, Special Olympics North Carolina (SONC) Global Messenger, Special Olympics North Carolina Athlete Ambassador, North Carolina Law Enforcement Torch Run (NC LETR) Athlete Ambassador and a Unified Leadership Trainer for Special Olympic of NC. She wants to see as many athletes experience the sense of pride she has through the competition. “It makes me happy. I feel like I accomplished something.”
The Lexington Barbecue Festival sand sculpture makes a mammoth return
There are numerous ways to entertain your entire family while attending The Lexington Barbecue Festival. From countless Artisans displaying their unique wares to headlining stage performances and of course the main lure, the legendary Lexington barbecue. One of my favorite attractions at The Lexington Barbecue Festival for over the past twenty years has been the custom sand sculpture which is always created on the lawn of the historic former Post Office at the corner of South Main Street and West Third Avenue.
Anything For Our Youth Group to host Halloween Party
The annual Halloween Safe Alternative Youth Party festivities is hosted by Anything For Our Youth Group & American Legion Post #255 (Lexington, NC). This event is intended to provide a safe environment for youth, as well as parents who want their kids to dress up and enjoy Halloween, trick or treating, with safety in mind.
Creative Writer’s Group Kicking Off First Gathering in Lexington Oct. 16
The first Writer’s Gathering is Sunday, Oct. 16 at 2 pm at Pig City Books in Lexington. This event is for anyone looking to expand their writing skills and engage with a community of local writers in a low pressure environment. The only requirement for group participation is a willingness to grow as a writer.
