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Novant Health: 2022 healthy holiday gifts for body and soul
Whether the goal is to surprise, delight or maybe even help someone live a slightly healthier life, there is a gift out there for that special someone this holiday season. Here are a few ideas to get the wheels turning.
Opinion: Workforce Development - Transitioning athletes to techletes
It disappoints me to see all of those dreamers on American Idol say I sing because it's my passion and they will never make what they could make in advanced manufacturing careers nor the social impact. Pop culture doesn't celebrate these critical manufacturing job our society depends on.
Workforce Development: Joel's Job Tips
Never before has it been so easy to find a job. However, getting a job may not be easy for those not prepared or connected.
Kassie's Column: More Gratitude
On November 1, I started an inward movement. Well, movement may not be the best term. Let’s say I began a more focused approach.
Introducing New Columnist: Joel Leonard
Joel Leonard has joined the Davidson Local team as a columnist and will focus on sharing information regarding workforce development and manufacturing. A 1982 graduate of Lexington Senior High School., Leonard is the founder of Makesboro USA.
Salute: John Medley
Civilians have a vague notion of what it’s like to have served in the military. Today, we proudly publish both oral and written stories. Adjusting to combat conditions or deployed life in peacetime is an experience only veterans understand. This Veterans Day, I had the honor of sitting down with Mr. John Medley who served in Korea.
Faith and Fellowship: God Knows Our Name
We as believers try our very best to protect our name, there maybe times when we may struggle to remember someone’s name, But we can rest assured, In knowing God knows us by name, and he calls us by name..
Ghost walk through Lexington stirs up spirits
Barbara Presnell writes: “The past isn’t dead. It isn’t even past,” wrote William Faulkner. The South is always haunted, says my Louisiana friend Penelope. We coexist with the living and the dead. We are who we have loved and lost.
Kassie's Column: Let's Talk About Friendships
Friends? How many of us have them?
Friends? Ones we can depend on?
Faith and Fellowship: We Serve A God Of Second Chances
Sometimes we may fall short, but our God with his loving grace and mercy, can and will redeem and restore you.
Faith and Fellowship: Goodness and Mercy
The songwriter penned it by stating, Your goodness and mercy brought me through.
Faith and Fellowship: The Power of Forgiveness
Sometimes we may find forgiving someone who has hurt us, impossible. But God commands us to forgive others.
Downsizing: Don't rush me
So many have heard or said "Don't Rush Me!" And "I will do it myself" or how about this one, "Not until I'm dead list" when talking with your parents about downsizing or preparing to right size.
Antionette's Column: Rumors, Confirmation Bias, Cancellations and Celebrations
Oh my! It was another big week for the Davidson Local team. Reporting the news is always exciting for our staff but the past few weeks added an extra layer of education.
Downsizing: Staying mindful of your family history by Melissa Darr
So as one begins downsizing, sorting items to give to family remember "tell the story". That's more valuable in most cases than the item itself.
Faith and Fellowship: Obedience is better than sacrifice
Obedience is better than sacrifice comes from 1 Corinthians 15, We do not sacrifice animals these days. Because our ultimate sacrifice gave his life on the cross.
Kassie's Column Revisited: I walked the hallowed grounds of Montford Point...
Today is Montford Point Marine Day. As the proud granddaughter of a Montford Point Marine, I’m committed to sharing their story, raising awareness and doing my part to ensure all Montford Point Marines are awarded the Congressional Gold Medal they’ve earned. And deserve.
Seniors’ Day at the County Agricultural Fair: Senator Jarvis
Davidson County Senior Services, in partnership with the Lexington Kiwanis Club, is hosting the Annual Seniors’ Day at the County Agricultural Fair. The date will be September 22 at the Davidson County Fairgrounds, 400 Greensboro St. Ext. The gates will open at 9:00 a.m., and admission is free for all seniors 55 and older.