A teenage fashionista and bargain hunter, Nora Hewitt, launched her own custom apparel line on Etsy in November of 2020 and hopes to continue the business to help with college costs.
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Apprenticeships are offered in partnership with several local manufacturing companies
Candidate applications are now being accepted for apprenticeship programs offered through the Davidson and Davie Apprenticeship Consortium (DDAC).
Now More Than Ever: Project Potential provides guidance, coaching, and scholarships
Project Potential was founded in 1994 by local businessman Tim Timberlake and former Lexington City Schools superintendent, Jim Simeon. Their purpose for starting this program was to encourage more students in the Lexington City School System to enroll in a college or university after graduating from high school.
LCS implements new safety and security policies
Beginning November 16, the district will enforce a clear bag policy and security check for all large events - especially all athletic events.
School systems COVID-19 update: November 10
Here is the latest COVID-19 cases update from the local school systems.
Davidson County schools to remain masked
On Monday, November 1, the Davidson County Schools (DCS) Board of Education held its regularly scheduled meeting at Davis-Townsend Elementary School.
TCS offering additional meal program for 2021–22
TCS School Nutrition Department is pleased to announce all TCS students are again eligible to receive daily, free-of-charge nutritious supper meals provided by the district’s school nutrition department.
School systems COVID-19 update: October 27
Here is the latest COVID-19 cases update from the local school systems.
Statement from TCS Superintendent regarding the October 21 lockdown
Thomasville High and Middle Schools were placed on lockdown Thursday, October 21 . No weapons or injuries were reported on either campus.
LSHS volleyball team makes history
For the first time in school history, the Lexington Senior High School volleyball team is headed to the playoffs.
Breaking News: Lockdown lifted at THS and TMS
No weapons or injuries were reported on either campus.
Breaking News: Lockdown activated and lifted, trespassing suspects in custody
Thomasville High and Middle Schools are currently on lockdown as law enforcement secure the campuses.
Royal elected to ACCT Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion Committee
The Association of Community College Trustees (ACCT) recently announced the election of Tina Royal to the new ACCT Board of Directors and ACCT Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion Committee members and officers. Royal is Davidson County resident and serves of the board of Davidson-Davie Community College.
School systems COVID-19 update: October 20
Here is the latest COVID-19 cases update from the local school systems.
Local parent raises awareness about Phelan-McDermid Syndrome Awareness Day Oct 22
Friday, October 22 recognizes the Third Annual International Phelan-McDermid Syndrome Awareness Day so as to garner attention for PMS, a rare genetic condition affecting more than 2,500 people worldwide. It's estimated that one percent of people with autism have PMS, but many are undiagnosed. For Christy, Dave and adopted son Jack Hiller, this time of year is a special moment of remembrance.
Documentation questions DCS' administration's commitment to masking
Davidson Local has obtained copies of documents that were given to Davidson County Commissioners at their bi-monthly meeting on Tuesday, October 12.
Davidson Local Top 5: October 10-15
Take a look at our top 5 articles for this week.
School systems COVID-19 update: October 12
Here is the latest COVID-19 cases update from the three local school systems.
DCS Board of Education retreat to be held today
The Davidson County Schools Board of Education will hold their retreat on Monday, October 11 from 4 p.m. until 8 p.m.
Unsung Heroes: TCS Interpreters/Translators
Yesenia Guzman and Luz Mena Lopez have a few things in common.