C.C. Hodges & Son Funeral Cremation Services has two locations, one in Asheboro and one opened the doors in September in Davidson County. The company provides burial service and owns a crematorium operating as Cremation by Simplicity.
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Atrium Health Wake Forest Baptist Hospital announces new president, restructuring
As part of a new, streamlined leadership model being implemented across some of Atrium Health Wake Forest Baptist’s community hospitals, Chad Brown, president of Atrium Health Wake Forest Baptist Davie Medical Center and Atrium Health Wake Forest Baptist Wilkes Medical Center, will assume a new role as president of Atrium Health Wake Forest Baptist’s South and West areas, effective Jan. 1, 2024. Bill James will step down as president of Atrium Health Wake Forest Baptist Lexington Medical Center.
Press Release: Getting Ahead graduation
Graduation for participants in Getting Ahead is on the calendar for December 5, and the community is invited to celebrate their accomplishments. These hard-working neighbors are starting their journeys out of poverty and into stability and the organization is proud of all the accomplishments they have made so far. Those who attend the graduation will hear stories about participants’ experiences, moments of discovery and awakening in the group, and future goals they have set. There will also be a networking dinner designed to allow Getting Ahead participants to build their business contacts.
Scam Alert: Denton FarmPark
If you see someone "selling their ticket" That's not true! We don't give out the tickets until you walk through the gates!
Joel Leonard and Christian Palma: Give Work a Chance Q & A regarding disabilities
Christian Palma joined us at Give Work a Chance and was able to help people with disabilities get extra support. - Joel Leonard
Santa Claus is coming to town: Uptown Lexington's parade seeks applicants
Vendors are invited to register here by Nov. 21. For the past few years, space has been tight. First come, first served. Stewart said the small fee is worth it. According to Steward, Uptown Lexington is one of the few evening parades remaining in the region
Economic development: Local leaders share perspectives on progress, rumors, relationships
Have the city of Lexington and Davidson County reached a turning point?
Local businesses report large sales at the 39th Annual Lexington Barbecue Festival
The Lexington Visitor Center reports the festivals economic impact around 9 million dollars in local revenue making it a perfect example for festivals across the state.
Bridgett’s Kitchen to open Tuesday in Lexington
Bridgett’s Kitchen, which has been operating as a takeout business for nearly six months, will open as a full-service, dine-in restaurant Tuesday, Oct. 24.
Press Release: Boo Bash event brings magic to Uptown
Free: When: October 31
Time: Boo Bash 5:00pm-8:00pm | Boo Crawl until close
Where: Uptown Lexington
Joel's Thoughts: New discoveries, enlightening and painful lessons learned
There is nothing more humbling than to travel to another country with different languages, pronunciations, meanings of the same words and the simple things like going to the proper passenger seat and drivers’ seats being different, knowing what room you are in, what city you are in, or even how to pronounce it and causing accidental mistakes that are embarrassing when you are striving to make a difference.
New uptown shop offers floral designs and home decor
From fresh flowers and exotic plants to a wide variety of home décor and furniture, Fox & Olive, a new store in uptown Lexington, has you covered.
Press Release: Truliant opens branch office in Lexington
Truliant Federal Credit Union announced today that it has opened a new branch in Lexington, N.C. Located at 170 Lowes Boulevard, it is Truliant’s first location in Davidson County.
Childress Vineyards to double production and add distillery
Childress Vineyards is expanding again.
Thomasville prepares for Everybody's Night, Sept. 29
Thomasville, North Carolina on September 29th, 2023
Press Release: Jordan Chapman named new general manager of Lexington Flying Pigs
The Lexington Flying Pigs are a Collegiate Wood Bat Baseball Team proudly competing in the Old North State League. Established in 2019, the team has quickly become a beloved fixture in the Lexington community, providing top-tier baseball entertainment and fostering a strong sense of community pride.
Mahalaville: Mushroom farm inspired by trip to Jimmy Buffett's Margaritaville
Mahalaville (a tribute to a legendary family trip to Jimmy Buffett’s Margaritaville).
Opinion: Labor Day is more than a day of rest and relaxation
Numerous employers have sent glowing reactions from their experience at the Give Work a Chance Job Fair. However, we are not done; anyone wanting to explore more options, send those resumes to jobfair@davidsonlocal.com.
A Photo Gallery: Give Work A Chance Job Fair
Thursday afternoon, Davidson Local hosted the Give Work A Chance Job Fair. The brainchild of Joel Leonard, we welcomed over 300 job seekers to our event; some who were set up with interviews on the spot.
Local author publishes third book
“I Dream of Egypt” is author’s first nonfiction book.