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Gov. Cooper: Winter conditions create State of Emergency
With the possibility of icy conditions in the western part of the state and below average temperatures expected as an arctic mass approaches, Governor Roy Cooper signed a State of Emergency today to activate the state’s emergency operations plan, waive transportation regulations to help the transport of fuel and critical supplies, help first responders and protect consumers from price gouging.
City of Lexington: Light up the block!
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Thomasville City Council to discuss road closure and city manager contract
CITY OF THOMASVILLE COUNCIL MEETING AGENDA Monday, December 19, 2022 – 6:00 P.M.
Commissioner James Shores promoted to TPD Sergeant
Being named as Sergeant comes on the heels of challenges that included the tragedy of losing his oldest daughter, Jasmine “Jazzi” Shores.
Lexington Board of Education to meet in closed session Dec 6
The Board will enter into closed session in accordance with G.S 143-318.11 (a) (6) to discuss personnel matters, G.S. 143-318.11 (a) (3) for attorney-client privilege, and G.S. 143- 318.11(a)(1) to prevent the disclosure of information that is privileged or confidential pursuant to State or Federal law or not considered a public record within Chapter 132 of the N.C General Statutes.
City of Lexington to review Auditor's Communications Letter
Finance Director John Overton will introduce Ms. Cassie Wilson, Audit Manager, with Martin Starnes & Associates, CPAs who will present the City's Annual Comprehensive Financial Report (ACFR) for fiscal year ended June 30, 2022.
Vote Today! High turnout and smooth process mark NC early voting
The NC Network for Fair, Safe and Secure elections is pleased to note that more than 2.1 million people (including 819,553 Democrats, 673,117 Republicans, and 649,483 Unaffiliated) have voted in NC during the early voting period, at 359 polling locations, without any major incidents or disruptions. That number represents almost 29% of registered voters.
Commissioners presented with Certificate of Responsibility for local "Charters of Freedom" gift
Foundation Forward presented Davidson County Commissioners with a Certificate of Responsibility for “Charters of Freedom” located in The Square of Uptown Lexington on Thursday, October 27th at 11:00 am.
Flags order to fly at half-staff to honor former State Sen. Stan Bingham
Former State Sen. Stan Bingham, a Republican who represented Davidson and Guilford counties, died Thursday. He was 76.
One-Stop Early Voting Dates, Times and Locations
Early Voting Begins: One-Stop Early Voting Dates, Times and Locations
Commissioners to host 'Charters of Freedom' dedication Oct. 27th
Join the Davidson County Board of Commissioners at the Charters of Freedom dedication ceremony. Taking place at The Square in Uptown Lexington. Thursday, October 27th at 11:00 am.
State and local leaders to celebrate $25 Million grant award for Lexington train stop
US Congressman Ted Budd and USDOT Federal Railroad Administrator Amit Bose Arriving to Award BUILD Grant for Lexington Train Station. Comments at Noon on Wednesday, Sept. 28.
City Council approves grant agreement for Lexington Train Station Project
During the September 12 meeting, City Council approved the grant cooperative agreement between the United States Department of Transportation (USDOT) and the City of Lexington.
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.
Sunday voting raises questions: Davidson County residents encouraged to comment by Friday
Davidson County residents are included in a few communities invited to weigh in on election protocol. Debates surrounding dates, hours and locations for early voting typically fall along party lines. While many party leaders encourage voting, when and where that happens is often left for scrutiny by governing bodies. In the case of the November 8, 2022 election parties, local leaders are promoting the public comment period due to close on 5 p.m. Friday, September 9 for Davidson County voters.
Public invited to comment on Davidson County's Early Voting plan before Sept 13th
Send your comments to The State Board of Elections. At its September 13, 2022 meeting, will adopt one-stop early voting plans for county boards of elections that did not adopt unanimous plans and petitioned the State Board to adopt a plan for them.
Davidson County is getting its first intercity bus service
Davidson County is getting its first intercity bus service that will connect the county to several other cities across the state on a daily basis. Sunway Charters, based in Winston-Salem, has started a mid-state express service from Winston-Salem to Fayetteville with stops in Lexington, High Point, Asheboro, Siler City and Sanford.
Former LPD officer arrested, faces allegations of "suspicious involvement" with inmate
On August 18, 2022, Felicia Biddix was arrested on a warrant for arrest for Felony Obstruction of Justice for actions she was involved in as a Lexington Police Officer. This arrest was made by the Davidson County Sheriff’s Office in consultation with the District Attorney’s Office. Felicia Biddix was released under a $5,000 unsecured bond.