Members of the arts community came together for food, fun and the celebration of local art and culture at the inaugural From Langston to Lexington with Love. The event was hosted by the newly formed Black Butterfly Network.
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From New York Fashion to Lexington Suave: Hargrave's style is all his own
The culinary artist behind the menu for the Inaugural Black Butterfly event is inspired by many traditional favorite dishes. The menu is an homage to the heritage of certain foods like okra, black-eyed peas and crispy fried chicken. Clarence Vernon Hargrave reimagined many of these staples and developed a menu that granted a modern twist. {Chocolate Bread Pudding with Vanilla-Bourbon Creme}
Local Women's history 1980 “WHAT IF…"
Locally, the Women’s Political Caucus was selected because it was non-partisan. Members were white and black, Democrats and Republicans, and even one or two unaffiliated. Ages were between 35 and 75.
Langston Event: Grab something cute and a ticket
Organizers of From Langston to Lexington with Love say, “It’s all about the art!” In fact, everything from the menu to the walls will be inspired by artists. The event is co-hosted by Anything for Our Youth, Event Horizons and Davidson Local. All proceeds will support event expenses and opportunities for local artists.
Thomasville Multicultural Committee sponsors vigil
The Thomasville Multicultural committee will sponsor a Community Candlelight Vigil on Saturday, March 19th at 6 pm.
Davidson-Davie nominates Barker for leadership award
Joshua Barker is the Davidson-Davie nominee for the 2022 Governor Robert W. Scott Student Leadership Award.
Restaurants announced for Eat.Drink.Resturant Week!
Eat.Drink.Restaurant Week! is around the corner from March 20 - April 3, 2022. Local folks are getting their taste buds prepared and admiring all the delicious dishes the chefs are submitting.
Women's History Month: Historian Tonya Lanier
Recently Tonya Lanier celebrated the release of her book, Lost in the Shuffle II. Lanier’s first book, Lost in the Shuffle I, was written to inform others of the untold history of various residents of Davidson County. Lost in the Shuffle II is a continuation of Lost in the Shuffle I.
Uptown Lexington gears up for Eat. Drink. Restaurant. Week!
Things are ”cooking” as Uptown Lexington, Lexington Area Chamber of Commerce, Lexington Tourism and others prepare for Eat. Drink. Restaurant. Week! on March 20 - April 3, 2022..
Womens History Month: No More Hidden Figures
From local sororities to organizations that seek to preserve controversial aspects of history, our first week of celebrating local women was quite colorful.
Dr. Maya Angelou quarters are tough to find locally
Due to a coin shortage, local banks say they are unable to supply rolls of Dr. Maya Angelou quarters. Look for these special coins in regular circulation. Dr. Maya Angelou, the poet, actress, author and civil rights activist known around the world, discovered her passion for teaching at Wake Forest University.
Every cookie has a mission, to help girls do great things.
Every year, for just a few months Girl Scouts sell cookies to support the adventures they want to achieve.
Black History Month Salute: Lockhart's legacy shines spotlight on Montford Point Marines
For me, this article is personal.
How could it not be? It’s about one of my favorite persons
Black History Month: A Preserving Dunbar photo gallery (Part 3)
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.
Black History Month: Hairston legacy continues
The Hairston Family in one of the most colorful stories in Black History in Davidson County and beyond.
Black History Month: Celebrating five decades of love - The Richards'
During the week we celebrate love, we’re honored to share snippets of local couples that inspire many throughout the community.
Black History Month: African American Love
Black history should be all year, 24/7 actually.
Black History Month: Celebrating six decades of love - The Pittman's
On the day we celebrate love, we’re honored to share snippets of local couples that inspire many throughout the community.
Black History Month: A Preserving Dunbar photo gallery (Part 2)
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.
Black History Month: Preserving Dunbar
In April 2021, we launched our first investigative series focused on the history of the institutions which once, during segregation, educated only Black students in Lexington.