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All in Columns
The Unseen Battle: Homeless veterans struggle for shelter and support
While the image of a hero in uniform often evokes respect and admiration, the plight of homeless veterans remains an invisible, yet pressing, issue within our communities.
Column: The majesty of the stained glass at St. Stephen UMC of Lexington
St. Stephen United Methodist Church in Uptown Lexington is adorned with numerous colorful stained glass windows that have a very regal presence and a story of their own.
Political Opinion: From the desk of state senator Steve Jarvis
Political Opinion: State Senator Steve Jarvis
Political Opinion: From Sen. Jarvis' Desk
Political Opinion: The latest Raleigh Report from State Senator Steve Jarvis.
Lifestyles: A Few of Our Favorite Things
Find a colorful version of this lifestyles story in Davidson Local’s new Holiday Style Magazine.
Lifestyles: Give the gift of decadent chocolate banana bread
Welcome December by making this decadent and delicious chocolate banana bread. I guarantee it will disappear each time that you bake it and it is always the perfect gift.
Inside the Huddle: Hoops Dreams of county coaches
Excitement is indeed in the air and the outlook is favorable. Here is what the coaches had to say.
Column: Lexington native Cory Holt set to emcee first Men of Valor program
Holt attended Hargrave Military Academy, before enrolling at Virginia Tech University, where he lettered four years on the football team - winning 3 ACC Championships.
Political Opinion: From Sen. Jarvis' Desk - Dec. 1, 2023
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The Scoop with Riley Elliott: Lexington Fire Department recruits real life heroes
Davidson Local youth correspondent Riley Elliott gets The Scoop as she learns more about what it takes to become a fire fighter.
Bringing a lifetime of local news home at last
I look forward to this partnership with you, and am counting on you to reach out with story ideas, thoughts, questions, ideas, because this publication is about and for you. Together with the staff already in place, I believe Davidson Local is one of the best resources around. I hope you will help us continue that journey.
Kassie’s Column: Farewell, DL
Season change: Co-founder Kassaundra Lockhart says farewell in her role with day-to-day operations at Davidson Local.
Joel Leonard and Coach Larry Michael: Q and A athletes to techletes
Before Coach Larry Michael was named Central Carolina Conference Volleyball Coach of the Year, he sat down with Give Work a Chance creator Joel Leonard to provide insight on helping the next generation of athletes successfully prepare for the workforce.
Give Work A Chance: Lexington Chamber President Joe Wallace
Joel Leonard recently sat down with Lexington Chamber of Commerce President Joe Wallace for a question and answer session for Davidson Local. Wallace became president in 2019 and the two discussed how the Chamber helps local businesses and the outlook for workers.
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
Caught doing good! Wilma Louise Evans Fuller
“Caught Doing Good is an idea adapted from local educators. The concept involves sharing a quick note about local folks caught in the act – of doing great! It could be something BIG – or small – but it will always be something good.”
Political Opinion: Statement by Burr Sullivan, candidate for Mayor of Lexington
Lexington has opportunities to turn in a new direction and work toward a more prosperous future-----but only if we do some things differently!
Addie's Column: YMCA helps youth with confidence and self-improvement
Addie Walser reflects on the importance of YMCA programming from a youth perspective.
Column: Giving Work a Chance Down Under
For the next few weeks, Joel Leonard will be touring New Zealand high schools and will be providing 15 sessions to New Zealand high schools in Auckland, Hamilton, Rotorua and Tauranga.