The Lexington Senior High School Class of 1989 Alumni, friends, and community donors had a BBQ and gave away over 75 bikes to youth in the Terrace Lane Community on Saturday, December 17, 2022. This is an ongoing tradition.
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City of Lexington: Light up the block!
The City of Lexington needs your help choosing a winner for our Community Choice category. Please leave a comment or reaction on the picture that is your favorite.
Column: How to create a fabulous Holiday Table
What does it take to create a beautiful table for your next Holiday dinner? It takes imagination and a few items that I bet you have somewhere in your home or can easily pick up. Here’s some advice from Davidson Local’s very own Clarance Vernon Hargrave.
JJs Mamas Soulfood and More celebrates anniversary with soul food buffet
JJ Mama’s Soulfood and More invited you to a Taste of Soul Buffet Style Celebration at 601 W 5th Ave, Lexington with rotating menu items on Dec 15th.
JLD Scholarship Fund: Community gala focuses on turning pain into purpose
More than sixty guests gathered for the first annual Johnny Leroy “Lee Lee” Dawkins Scholarship “Where Are They Now” program on Sunday, December 11 at Lexington’s Edward C. Smith Civic Center. The event and silent auction served as a fundraiser for the scholarship fund that began 11 years ago after Johnny Leroy Dawkins Jr. was tragically killed in gun violence.
Column: Decorating your space for the Holiday Season should be an enjoyable time
Do you have any questions or need advice or a spark of inspiration to get ready for the Holidays? Here’s some advice from local designer Clarance Vernon Hargrave.
Thomasville Christmas Parade promises to be the biggest and best one yet
This year’s Thomasville Christmas Parade promises to be the biggest and best one yet! Saturday December 10 th at 11:00AM you will find the streets of this Historic Downtown full of Christmas Cheer!
Light of the World Church offers spectacular views
Visit Light of the World Church’s Winter Wonderland Festival of Lights.
Thomasville parade shares the magic of Christmas, Dec. 10th
This year will feature free entertainment for the kids including face paintings and balloon animals, located at the Depot (44 W Main St), Thomasville’s historic train station. Guests are encouraged to bring their little ones between 10:30 and 12:30 p.m. Leading the way, this year's Grand Marshal for the day will be none other than NASCAR driver Timmy Hill of Hill Motorsports. It will additionally feature 115 parade participants and a stilt walker.
Lexington Live Community Theatre announces production of White Christmas
Lexington Live Community Theatre is pleased to announce the production of White Christmas December 8th -11th.
Novant Health: 2022 healthy holiday gifts for body and soul
Whether the goal is to surprise, delight or maybe even help someone live a slightly healthier life, there is a gift out there for that special someone this holiday season. Here are a few ideas to get the wheels turning.
Lexington Board of Education to meet in closed session Dec 6
The Board will enter into closed session in accordance with G.S 143-318.11 (a) (6) to discuss personnel matters, G.S. 143-318.11 (a) (3) for attorney-client privilege, and G.S. 143- 318.11(a)(1) to prevent the disclosure of information that is privileged or confidential pursuant to State or Federal law or not considered a public record within Chapter 132 of the N.C General Statutes.
Lexington Souvenir Shoppe now located uptown on the Square
Tammy Surratt Morris is hoping her third location of the Lexington Souvenir Shoppe is the charm. She reopened the business Oct. 15 at 7 N. Main St. in uptown Lexington on the Square next to Second Glance Consignment Boutique and Missions Pottery & More. The building housed Natural Lite Home for 20 years.
Lexington Choral Society welcomes 50th Anniversary Dec. 3
With a festive theme of Welcome to December, the Lexington Choral Society will celebrate its 50th season with traditional carols and a few new additions. "People can expect the usual quality of music that the choral society does," said business manager Melonie Rector. The former assistant conductor noted that a mix of approximately 40 former and current members perform on Saturday, Dec. 3 at 5 p.m. The runtime for the show is approximately 1 hour 15 minutes. "We are glad to be back after COVID. We sang last year but we sang in masks. We’ve got a big group of people who have sung in the past who haven’t been singing for a couple of years."
Davidson Local Five Course Holiday Twist Dinner: Dec 3rd 7pm
Join us for our second foodie and hyperlocal evening of culture, bites and conversation with local news lovers. This mouthwatering event begins at 7 pm on Saturday, December 3rd. Seating will be limited. Attire: Dressy Casual of course.
Director James Littlejohn welcomes new faces to 'Fences' auditions
Auditions will be held on December 16 from 7-9 p.m. and December 17 from 12-2 p.m. with callbacks on December 18 from 2-4 p.m. Although Littlejohn has a strong musical background, he wanted those auditioning to know “Fences” is not a musical.
Anything For Our Youth to host Holiday Craft Show Dec. 3rd
The event will be held on Saturday December 3, 2022; 10:00 am - 12:00 pm at 119 W 3rd Avenue Event Center Lexington, NC.
DDCC partners with Cherokee Historical Association for Native Heritage Month event
Cherokee history reaches back to time immemorial, yet continues to this day – a story of inspiration, difficulty and courage.
Lexington: Harvest Market happens Saturday
Support local farmers. The Lexington Harvest Market will be opening from 9:00 am to 2:00 pm on Saturday.
Salute: John Medley
Civilians have a vague notion of what it’s like to have served in the military. Today, we proudly publish both oral and written stories. Adjusting to combat conditions or deployed life in peacetime is an experience only veterans understand. This Veterans Day, I had the honor of sitting down with Mr. John Medley who served in Korea.