The Davidson County Historical Museum is in the process of curating a new exhibit.
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Black History Month: Friends establish first biking club of its kind
If you see a group of women cruising through town on various types of motorcycles, chances are you may have passed the Dominant Divas Riding Club.
Black History Month: Cassidy's Creative Corner - Black Achievements
February is Black History Month! I believe this is a great time to honor and focus on Black achievements.
Black History Month: Lexington recognizes gamechangers
On Sunday afternoon, February 6, the City of Lexington hosted ‘Black History Month with Love.
MLK Oratorical Contest winners awarded
The MLK Oratorical Contest had 8 students from 7 different high schools, speaking on the theme 'No More Business as Usual'.
Black History Month: A Preserving Dunbar photo gallery
Every Sunday during the month of February, Davidson Local will publish a photo gallery showcasing and highlighting the lives of Black residents in Davidson County, before integration.
A Preserving Dunbar Photo Gallery: Alumni and former staff honored at LSHS game
On Tuesday evening, February 1, Dunbar 4th St. and Dunbar High School alumni and former staff were recognized during the halftime of Lexington Senior High School’s (LSHS) boys basketball game against West Davidson.
MLK Oratorical Contest to be held Saturday after snow delays
After several snow delays, students from across North Carolina will finally orate in a competition to be held in person and virtually on Saturday at 3 pm. Click here for the virtual link.
MLK event focuses on prayer, planning, equity and service
The Davidson County Democratic Party hosted the second (virtual due to COVID) annual Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. Coffee & Tea Unity Prayer on Monday, January 17.
Rev. Calvin E. Smith to be honored with MLK Service Award
This year’s MLK Service Award will go to Calvin E. Smith, a pastor and teacher dedicated to service. Smith said he has always had a passion and calling to serve even at a young age. After completing high school, this desire led him into the United States Air Force. Upon returning home, Rev. Smith continued to serve the government by being a USPS mail carrier for 18 years.
Davidson Dreams: Honoring Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. Day
“If you can't fly then run, if you can't run then walk, if you can't walk then crawl, but whatever you do you have to keep moving forward.” ― Martin Luther King Jr.
Dr. George B. Jackson: An Unpopular King
“We all have a moral obligation to speak truth to power, even in the midst of those who strive to maintain the status quo and suppress dissent in any form. The greatness of King resides in his fearlessness to stand alone on the right side of history.” Dr. George B. Jackson Martin Luther King Social Action Committee, Chairman
Simerson Hill releases debut album
On January 5, local blues/rock band, from the small community of Churchland, in Davidson County, dropped its first highly anticipated self-titled EP.
Groups host MLK events virtual and in person
Davidson County groups organizing MLK events have faced unique challenges the past two years in honoring Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr, one of America’s most renowned civil rights leaders.
Dems to host 2nd annual MLK coffee, tea, unity and prayer
On Monday, January 17 from 8 – 10am the Davidson County Democratic party will host the 2nd Annual Coffee & Tea Unity Prayer honoring the memory of Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr.
It's cold outside, but this snow day gallery will warm your heart
The “First Snow” of 2022 brought some challenges and fun snow day traditions.
Lexington groups co-host black-tie, Black History month affair, you’re invited
On Friday, February 11th at 119 West 3rd Avenue Lexington, NC, a black-tie affair set near the date of his birth will honor his legacy by bringing a little bit of Hughes to Lexington.
Merry Christmas from the team at Davidson Local
We wish you a Merry Christmas and a Happy New Year! ~ Davidson Local
Opinion: It's a self-care kind of Christmas
Health care issues, political division, and the loss of life as we knew it compounded to produce a tougher year than any of us have had to lead in our lifetimes. I schlepped along quietly until the past month. We couldn’t wait for 2020 to go away. Now it seems to be the consensus that most of us are OVER 2021.
Preserving Dunbar: Conflicting stories over building’s future emerges
A controversial project that planted many residents who live near Dunbar School on opposite sides of the spectrum from city of Lexington representatives is once again making headlines.