On Veterans Day, Americans observe a two-minute moment of silence beginning at 2:11 p.m. to honor of the service and sacrifice of veterans throughout history.
All in Community Events
SandyCreek Farm having Christmas Open House on Saturday
Novant Health has installed medication take back containers in its hospital lobbies as part of its sustainability goals and initiatives.
Veterans Day Parade Canceled: Moment of Silence planned for 2:11 pm
Due to the pending severe inclement weather forecast the Davidson County Veterans Council regret to inform the public that the events scheduled for The Wreath Laying Ceremony at 11am and the City of Lexington NC Veterans Day parade at 3 pm on Friday 11 Nov. 2022 have been cancelled. No rescheduled events are planned. Please plan to join us for the events of 2023.
Official Statement
Davidson County Veterans Council
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.
Davidson and Davie Apprenticeship Consortium open house Nov. 14
The open house will provide information on an apprenticeship through DDAC and its eight member companies.
Groups to host FREE Thanksgiving Day Meals
Last year several local groups joined together to not only provide turkeys, but so much more. Davidson County Compassion Inspiring Action, Carolina Senior Care, Scout Metals and Davidson Local are teaming up for the second year to serve warm meals with a side of compassion.
Angel Tree program provides joy for local children and families in need
The Salvation Army’s 2022 Angel Tree program is officially kicking off November 1 st . This year The Salvation Army of Davidson County has committed to providing gifts to almost 1,100 children and over 400 families. The Angel Tree Program provides new clothing and toys for children of families in need through the support of community donors.
Hospice of Davidson County Recognizes National Hospice and Palliative Care Month
Throughout the month of November, Hospice of Davidson County will join organizations across the nation in providing community education in recognition of National Hospice and Palliative Care Month (NHPCM). This year’s NHPCM theme is “meeting you where you are.”
Holidays Grief Support Group Session Wednesday, Nov. 2.
Hospice of Davidson County would like to invite you to our Grieving during the Holidays Grief Support Group Session Wednesday, November 2.
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.
Commissioners presented with Certificate of Responsibility for local "Charters of Freedom" gift
Foundation Forward presented Davidson County Commissioners with a Certificate of Responsibility for “Charters of Freedom” located in The Square of Uptown Lexington on Thursday, October 27th at 11:00 am.
Commissioners approve veterans: Operation Green Light
The mission is to show support for Veterans of all military conflicts, with a special emphasis on the Veterans of Iraq and Afghanistan, as well as raise awareness about the challenges faced by many Veterans and the resources that are available at the county, state, and federal level to assist Veterans and their families.
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.
Foodie Passport Feature: Lou Lou's Seafood
Support a local restaurant in collaboration with our friends at the Winston-Salem Journal and Eat. Drink Triad, Davidson Local is a proud Local Media Sponsor of the delicious week! October 24 - 30, 2022! Vote for your favorite dish. Go to any participating restaurant for a FREE Foodie Passport! Bring that passport along with a receipt for one or more local restaurants and get in FREE to the Foodie Passport Sampler Concert! Local restaurant workers get in FREE! Participating restaurants in Davidson County include: Sophie’s, Lou Lou’s Seafood, JJ Mama’s Soulfood and More, Goose and the Monkey, Pour Folks Provisions. Bull City Ciderworks, Humble Plate & Red Donut!!!
First United Methodist Church presents: The 38th Annual Mayme Weaver Preaching Mission “Connecting the Secular to the Sacred”
First United Methodist Church in Lexington presents: The 38th Annual Mayme Weaver Preaching Mission “Connecting the Secular to the Sacred” with The Reverend Doctor Arnetta E. Beverly
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.)
LCS Celebrates National School Bus Safety Week ( October 17 - 21, 2022)
LCS is pleased to announce, LTC (Ret) Gregory H. Sutton is the new Director of Transportation at Lexington City Schools.