Maury “MG” Gilley has a new home.
It’s down the street from the dwelling where he was raised. It’s situated along a highway. And it’s in the process of getting some upgrades.
All in Education
Davidson-Davie Community College to host open house and campus tour
Saturday, October 29, 2022 from 9am until 12pm - Open House & Campus Tour.
Callicutt named LCS Principal of the Year
CEES exceeded its 2022 growth expectations; further showcasing that Callicutt’s 22 years of service here at LCS and commitment to producing students destined to be leaders, collaborators, problem solvers, critical and innovative thinkers, and global citizens; is truly unwavering.
OGHS is competing in the PlayVS High School Eastern Conference Esports League this Fall
The Oak Grove High School Grizzly Esports Team will be competing in the Eastern Conference Play VS Esports League for the Fall 2022 Season.
The Friends of the Lexington Library to host Annual Book Sale
The Friends of the Lexington Library is proud to announce our Annual Book Sale scheduled for October 7 & 8 with a Members’ Only Preview on Thursday, October 6.
DCPL's Lexington branch to hold grand re-opening
The Davidson County Public Library announces a grand re-opening of its Lexington branch, located on 602 S. Main St. The event will occur Wednesday, October 12th from 10 AM-2 PM.
Sunday’s Brinkley Bash to kick off 2022-23 STORM basketball season
Brinkley Gym will be reverberating once again with the energy of STORM Basketball as the “Brinkley Bash” heralds the start of the 2022-23 season. The 5:00 p.m. event on Sunday, October 2 is free and open to the public.
Tropical Storm Warning issued, school systems closed on Friday
A Tropical Storm Warning has prompted local school systems to close and/or alter their normal routine on Friday in anticipation of inclement weather. Tropical Storm Ian is expected to bring heavy rains and wind gusts up to 55mph to the area.
A photo gallery: Homecoming at LSHS
Jacket Pride was alive and loud all week at Lexington Senior High School as the school celebrated its homecoming.
Parents raise concerns about LMS shelter in place notification policy, Wells answers questions
On Tuesday, September 20, a shelter in place order was issued at Lexington Middle School. Following a search of the campus by a law enforcement canine, the building was deemed “cleared of any potential safety concerns.”
LMS shelter in place lifted, all clear issued
Lexington Middle School has been cleared of any potential safety concerns following the search by a police canine.
Reach Out and Read now offered children under five during well-child visits at Davidson Pediatrics
Reach Out and Read integrates reading aloud into pediatric care, providing books and coaching that help every family make reading a part of their daily routine.
Davidson County: 2022 Digital Counties Award for Information Technology
Davidson County has been named by the Center for Digital Government as one of the Top 10 Digital Counties Survey Awards winners, among counties across the nation with a population between 150,000 and 249,999 people.
Energy United encourages educators to apply for Bright Ideas Grant
EnergyUnited’s Bright Ideas program has expanded learning opportunities for students and teachers for over 25 years by awarding grants to North Carolina teachers to support innovative, classroom-based projects that wouldn’t typically be funded by schools.
Davidson-Davie Small Business Center director shares vision
In early August, Sharon Styffe took the helm as the Davidson-Davie Community College director of the Small Business Center to help provide support and guidance to local owners. Styffe describes her role as helping local businesses connect passion with a wealth of resources.
Lexington City Schools reports growth, drops in COVID cases
“We are beyond proud of students, families and stakeholders for the promising progress being made here at Lexington City Schools, '' said Dr. Anitra Wells, LCS Superintendent. However special recognition goes to our teachers and administrators who sometimes faced very difficult situations of massive attendance issues and class coverages due to COVID cases and quarantines, while working to close learning loss gaps.”
LCS requesting parent participation in survey regarding a year-round school calendar
A potential balanced (often referred to as year-round) calendar is, once again, the topic of discussion at Lexington City Schools
Back to School Week: Let's go Tyro
We’re excited to celebrate with students, parents and educators. Please send local back-to-school stories to info@davidsonlocal.com
DIVE INTO THE WORLD OF WINE: Davidson Davie Community College
This 6-week class, beginning on Sept. 13, will cover the basics of viticulture and enology.
DDAC hosts signing ceremony for the class of 2026
Laura Brown, EGGER Wood Products, Christopher Maynard, EGGER Wood Products, Audrey Skeen, EGGER Wood Products, Austin Fulk, EGGER Wood Products. Second row: Aydin Campbell, Mohawk, Rene Slaughter, EGGER Wood Products, Noah Myers, EGGER Wood Products, Luke Fisher, EGGER Wood Products, Daniel Overcash, EGGER Wood Product, Gavin Clement, EGGER Wood Products, Davis Temple, EGGER Wood Products, and Kelby Leonard, CPM Wolverine Proctor.