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Press Release: Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. Art Exhibition and Gallery event celebrates Civil Rights
All youth artists, from K-2nd grade; 3rd -5th; 6th -8th to 9th–12th grade, are invited to participate. Entries will be categorized by age groups and judged by a panel of local artists. Artwork should focus on themes related to the Civil Rights Movement of 1964 or Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr’s life. Submissions must be completed labeled with name, grade, and school name (not required) and delivered to teachers, afterschool directors, or dropped off at the Arts Theater 202 by January 5, 2024.
Press Release: Lexington Book Festival receives community engagement grant
The upcoming Lexington Book Festival will take place on Saturday, March 9, 2024, at Arts Davidson County at 202 North Main Street in Lexington. This book festival is made possible by a grant from North Carolina Humanities, a statewide nonprofit and the state affiliate of the National Endowment for the Humanities.
Press Release: Chair City Christmas Dec. 15th
The event will take place on Main Street from 6-8 PM on December 15. The mission of this event is to provide a free, fun, and family-friendly gathering,
Davidson County Sheriff’s Office participate in state Tree of Life Vigil
On Dec 1, 2023, Detectives with the Davidson County Sheriff’s Office Traffic & Criminal Enforcement Unit attended the 26th Annual Tree of Life Candlelight Vigil. The Vigil took place on the grounds of the State Capitol Building in Raleigh to honor those killed in traffic crashes on North Carolina roads.
Advocates for Charles McNeair to join rally outside Governor's mansion
On December 9, Advocates for Charles McNeair will join with Decarcerate Now, a coalition of activists that is part of ACLU of North Carolina, to hold a rally outside Cooper’s mansion in Raleigh. Republished with permission by The Assembly.
NAACP to host 37th annual Freedom Fund Banquet Jan. 13
Tickets are on sale for the Thirty-Sixth annual Freedom Fund Banquet, honoring the life and legacy of Rev. Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. The banquet will be held Saturday at 5 p.m. on January 13, 2024 at Commons on the Green located at 200 Country Club Blvd in Lexington. The speakers for this year's banquet will be Thomas and Tina Wyatt, owners of T & T Counseling & Consultation Services.
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.
Meals on Wheels to host the 2nd Annual Fundraiser at Christo’s Dec. 12th
This fundraiser will help immensely to reach recipients of meals are typically at least 62 years old. In 2022, Meals on Wheels provided over 19,000 meals. The fundraiser will be held at Christos on Main St. and Cotton Grove Rd. December 12, 2023 from 10 a.m. to 9 p.m. eat in and take out,
Hospice to host Annual Night of Reflection, Dec 7th
On Thursday, Dec. 7th, from 5-7 p.m. Hospice welcomes the public to campus for this special time to remember passed loved ones.
Journey to Bethlehem with Tyro Methodist celebrates 15 years of glad tidings
On Saturday, December 2nd and Sunday, December 3rd , Tyro Methodist Church is celebrating the 15th year of Journey to Bethlehem.
Gregory "Tyrone" McCandies
Lexington Senior High School alumni honor the memory of Tyrone McCandies. School colors are recommended.
Lexington Senior High School
26 Penry St
Lexington, NC 27292
2 pm
Thomasville 2023 Holiday Window Contest
From classic holiday scenes to quirky and unconventional themes, the storefronts are transformed into magical wonderlands that capture the spirit of the festive season. Winners earn cash prizes up to $300.
Lexington City manager to host community meetings
Residents will have the opportunity to speak with city staff, ask questions and address concerns. Currently, meetings will begin at 6 p.m. on the following Thursdays: November 30, December 7, December 21
Press Release: Gardeners' Conference registration is open
Davidson County Extension Master Gardeners is slated for Feb. 8, 2024. The event is open to the public. Registration costs $45 and the event offers morning refreshments, a hot buffet lunch, vendors for shopping, and a day packed full of fun and learning about gardening.
On tap for the Denton Christmas parade Dec. 2
Numerous events are on tap for Saturday, December 2, surrounding the Denton Christmas Parade at 12 Noon.
Decorating Contest: Register your home and then deck the halls
The Light Up The Block contest registration closes December 3rd.
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Press Release: Thomasville Public Library wins state programming award
North Carolina Public Library Directors Association names “Family Portraits at the Library” its programming winner among all large library systems.
Press Release: Prison ministry's Polar Plunge returns
A Polar Plunge is a unique fundraising opportunity for individuals, organizations, and businesses to support the work of Davidson Prison Ministry by jumping or running into the water at Elevated Wake Park on December 30, 2023.