With jazz-like syncopation stirring in his soul, Pulitzer Prize-winning photographer Matthew Lewis Jr. was determined to create magic with his hands. Photos courtesy of Grace Kanoy.
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Lexington: Community gathers to discuss next steps for memorializing graves of formerly enslaved people
The Lexington community gathers at St. Stephen UMC to discuss the next steps for memorializing graves of formerly enslaved people of African descent.
Local talent competition honors competitors
The local Eta Beta Beta chapter of Omega Psi Phi holds annual talent competition
Making history every step of his way: JacQuez Johnson, Thomasville city councilor
A closer look at Thomasville’s youngest Black city council member, JacQuez Johnson.
Local events to fill your social calendar
There are numerous fun events planned locally that are great for the entire family.
Local events to fill your social calendar
Here are some great local events to fill your calendar for the last weeks of January.
The annual MKL Day parade carried on with style despite cold temperatures and gray skies Monday.
Highlights from the NAACP Freedom Fund Banquet
The Lexington NAACP 37th Annual Freedom Fund Banquet was a success.
“Mi Cancún” reemplaza el restaurante “Ay Wey” Mexicano
Foto: Jose Patino, el gerente de “Mi Cancún” restaurante Mexicano, reemplaza “Ay Wey Mexican Kitchen + Tequila” en Lexington, y se para al lado del cartel que anuncia el nuevo nombre del restaurante. (Vikki Broughton Hodges/Davidson Local)
Anything For Our Youth Group to host MLK arts event
Anything For Our Youth Group of Lexington, NC, will host their annual Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. youth art gallery and exhibition. The event will be held on Monday, January 15, 2024; 5:00 p.m. at the Arts | Theatre 202 located at 202 N. Main Street, Lexington, NC.
Local events to fill your social calendar
January is filled with local events to fill your social calendar.
Column: The majesty of the stained glass at St. Stephen UMC of Lexington
St. Stephen United Methodist Church in Uptown Lexington is adorned with numerous colorful stained glass windows that have a very regal presence and a story of their own.
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.
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.
Around Town: A photo gallery of happenings in Davidson County
Around Town is Davidson Local’s regular photo gallery featuring business and community gatherings. Look for familiar faces in each installment.
Caught doing good! Wilma Louise Evans Fuller
“Caught Doing Good is an idea adapted from local educators. The concept involves sharing a quick note about local folks caught in the act – of doing great! It could be something BIG – or small – but it will always be something good.”
Food Truck Thursday returns to Lexington; new location at Bull City Ciderworks
The festivities begin this week until further notice. {Contributed Photos}
Press Release: Uptown Lexington's Christmas Open House and Home for the Hogidays
On November 19th Uptown Lexington will host Christmas Open House 1:00 pm-6:00 pm. Home for the Hogidays November 19th -January 5th. 3369567773
Addie's Column: Artist Austin Bell's photography is a global slam dunk
In the spring of 2024, Austin’s new photography book is slated to be released alongside a gallery of his work.
Join our annual Holiday Press Pass Dinner on Saturday, enter to win 3 months of FREE advertising.
This elegant dinner will feature a custom menu by Chef Michael Moorefield and will be hosted by designer and Davidson Local writer Clarence-Vernon Hargrave.