Patricia Baker of Davidson County was named the 2024-25 DSS Director of the Year at the North Carolina Association of County Directors of Social Services (NCACDSS) Annual Meeting held at Wrightsville Beach, NC.
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Local Memorial Day events to fill your social calendar
Memorial Day is a day of remembrance, on Memorial Day we recognize and recall the countless military service members that gave their lives defending our freedoms. Here are lots of events to fill your Memorial Day social calendar.
Davidson County property tax scam warning
Scam Warning! The Davidson County Tax Office is receiving reports of citizens receiving bogus letters that appear to be from the tax office.
Davidson County Department of Social Services seeks local foster families
The Davidson County Department of Social Services (DCDSS) is seeking loving, supportive and stable individuals, couples and families who are interested in opening their hearts and homes.
Breaking News: Thomasville mother jailed after 2-year-old overdoses
Emergency personnel responded to a distress call on Thursday, which led to the arrest of a mother after her two-year-old child experienced a drug overdose.
Lexington man arrested after home invasion
Local man arrested after home invasion on E. 4th Street in Lexington.
Arts Davidson County presents Artistry in Unity Gala at Sapona
are you looking to enjoy an evening of elegance and fun? Arts Davidson County is pleased to announce the upcoming Artistry in Unity Gala on Friday, May 24.
The Lexington Farmers Market hosts Young Farmers Day
Part of what truly strengthens a community is fostering the youth, the growing, and adapting minds, and the very future of said community.
Lexington Police make local arrest
Lexington Police Department make a local arrest.
The Assembly: Behind bars but on the move
For most of the last five years, Charles McNeair was home—or at least, close to it—in the Davidson Correctional Center. He’d grown up in Lexington and was arrested there in 1979 for a crime he says he didn’t commit.
Get ready for National Prevention Week with a local forum
National Prevention Week is May 12, through May 18, 2024 occurring right in the middle of Mental Health Awareness Month. First Reformed United Church of Christ announces a Community Forum on Mental Health and Drug Abuse. The forum is open to the community and is free. It will be held on Sunday, May 19, 2024 at 4 p.m. the Fellowship Hall.
Prepárate para la Semana Nacional de Prevención en un encuentro local
Prepárate para la Semana Nacional de Prevención en un encuentro local.
Press Release: Democratic Women to host Bold and Blue Fundraiser
The DWNC will be commemorating the 20th Anniversary of the reorganization of Democratic Women of Davidson County after the organization had gone dormant.
First Reformed UCC to host community forum on mental health and substance abuse
The forum is open to the community and is no charge for admission. It will be held on Sunday, May 19, 2024 at 4 pm until 5:30 pm in the church’s Fellowship Hall.
Katelyn Brown hired as Interim Director of School Nutrition at Lexington City Schools
Katelyn Brown Assumes Role as Interim Director of School Nutrition at Lexington City Schools.
Eager Eagle Scout project supports Southside pickleball court cleanup
Troop 221 supports Soutside Pool area cleanup.
Columnist Julie Thayer: Mother’s Day Events in Davidson County
While Davidson County is a humble group of cities, the possibilities are endless when creativity is everywhere! Why not take a chance, and enjoy our list of wonderful events this month?
Davidson Local's Guest Column with Kelly Carrick: The excitement of opening day at the Lexington Farmers Market
Meet our newest Guest Columnist, Lexington native Kelly Carrick. Read her first column about the Lexington Farmers Market, a vibrant hub of local produce and handmade goods, held at the Historic Train Depot in Lexington every Saturday, from May 4th through October 12th, from 8 a.m. until 12 p.m.
Davidson-Davie celebrates 1,120 graduates at commencement ceremony
Davidson-Davie Community College celebrated the hard work and accomplishments of 1,120 graduates in today’s commencement ceremony, held at the Davidson Campus.
Davidson County Board of Commissioners appoints new county attorney
Adam Jones appointed attorney for Davidson County Board of Commissioners.