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#LocalElectionsMatter: Davidson County Commissioner Candidates (Republish)
*Editor’s note: This article was originally published on Thursday, May 5. Mandy Ellis Kiser’s answers were mistakenly omitted. They’ve been added to the original article and appear in this one.
#LocalElectionsMatter: Davidson County Commissioners Candidates
Davidson County Commissioner candidates answer questions about their platform.
Commissioner candidates get candid at forum
On Monday evening, May 2, the Lexington Area, Thomasville and Northern Davidson County Chambers of Commerce & Davidson Local hosted a forum for Davidson County Board of Commissioner candidates at Davidson-Davie Community College’s Reich Auditorium.
County commissioner candidates answer questions at forum
Local chambers of commerce and Davidson Local hosted a forum for county commissioner candidates Monday evening.
City of Lexington Fire Department responds to two residential fires
On May 1, 2022, at approximately 6:04 pm, Lexington Fire Department responded to a residential fire on Eastside Drive. A few hours later, at 10:43 pm, crews responded to a residential structure fire on Pond Street.
#LocalElectionsMatter: Early voting begins Thursday, April 28th
If you’ve found it difficult to keep up with all the changes regarding the elections, you’re in luck. Davidson Local has you covered.
Thomasville community supports Black Business Expo
Businesses from across North and South Carolina will fill Thomasville’s Farmers Market and Pace Park Amphitheater on Saturday, June 18 for the second Black Business Expo. The event will include food trucks, a live DJ, a mobile arcade, kids’ activities and lots of fun for all who attend. Admission is free and open from 3 to 7 p.m.
Political Ad: Tonya Lanier seeks Commissioner seat
Tonya Lanier seeks one of four Davidson County Commission seats up for grabs in the upcoming election. Not having to participate in the May primary, Tonya is focusing her energy on the Tuesday, November 8, 2022, Election Day.
Sorority hosting political forum
The Lexington (NC) Alumnae Chapter of Delta Sigma Theta Sorority, Inc., Social Action Committee, will sponsor a Political Forum April 28, 2022 via the ZOOM link provided.
Thomasville City Council updates
The Thomasville City Council holds their monthly meetings every third Monday of the month.
Fair Housing and Landlord Tenant Workshops
These workshops will provide information concerning Fair Housing laws, illegal housing practices, and landlord-tenant rights and responsibilities.
#LocalElectionsMatter: LCS Board of Education Ward 5 Candidates
Candidates for Lexington City Schools Board of Education answer questions about their platform.
Thomasville Council Meeting Summary
A summary of the Thomasville City Council Meeting held on Monday, March 21, 2022.
Lexington mayoral candidates address pressing issues at forum
Tuesday evening, the Lexington Area Chamber of Commerce (LACC) and Davidson Local hosted the second of their three forums for candidates that will appear on the May 17th ballots. All four candidate running for Mayor of Lexington were in attendance.
Give your input on Lexington's new recreation center
The City of Lexington Parks and Recreation Department has created a survey to receive feedback about the proposed recreation center.
Mayoral Candidates face off at April 19th Forum
Community questions for candidates are rolling in and The Lexington Area Chamber of Commerce and Davidson Local are teaming up to share more about local candidates. For those who attended Chamber forums in the past, expect a few twists on the traditional format.
County library policy comes under scrutiny for religious, political groups
A Davidson County library policy could be crossing the line after one mother alleges she was not allowed to set up her foster care display at an Easter egg hunt. Genevieve Traversy said a staff member pointed to a cross on her hat and shirt before referring to a policy that prohibits political and religious organizations from setting up on library property.
Community Shred Day
Lexington Utilities is hosting a Community Shred Day.
Council discusses grants, Elvis and development items at meeting
On Monday, April 11th, the Lexington City Council held their only meeting of the month.