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03/19/2025

On Saturday, June 7th, Thomasville will come alive with Rock the Block, a community event filled with music, food and entertainment. Taking place from 9 AM to 3 PM at The Fountain, the event will offer a lively atmosphere for residents and visitors to enjoy. With live performances, local vendors, an

03/19/2025

We will see you at the Lexington Book Festival this Saturday -

03/18/2025

Save Me a Seat

Save Me a Seat , co-written with Sarah Weeks, is a favorite among young readers.

03/18/2025

Go Storm Basketball at Davidson-Davie!

With a dominant season behind them, The Storm is ready to take on the nation's best.

03/18/2025

Our Development Activity page at www.lexingtonnc.gov/development gives residents a resource to stay up to date on new residential and commercial developments. Here's some of what you'll find:

- Lexington had conditional zonings approved for 507 housing units in 2024, and 300 units were either built to completion last year or are currently under construction. Conditional zoning for 375 units has been approved so far in 2025.

- Historic preservation projects are underway including Lincoln Park's submission for a National Register of Historic Places nomination and the Dunbar School redevelopment.

- Commercial development is prevalent with companies such as Siemens Mobility, Divert and Nucor Rebar building facilities in the area.

03/17/2025

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03/16/2025

We have some great public officials who are willing to be open and transparent about this crisis. Please share your stories to [email protected].

Lexington has faced a well-documented affordable housing crisis, as confirmed by federal, state and local governments for over two decades. Public officials debate solutions.

03/15/2025

Police are seeking camera footage of this incident.

Lexington police officers responded to multiple 911 calls for service this morning at 5:30 a.m. regarding two vehicles driving in a neighborhood off South Main Street including Snider Avenue, Peacock Avenue, Austin Street, and Stamey Avenue. The 911 callers reported that two cars were driving around

03/15/2025

Did you know that Julie Harshaw Smoke and Oak is the second woman in the state to earn the title of cigar sommelier?

This is Women's History Month, and we are seeking to share empowering narratives. Smoke & Oak is more than just a lounge; it is a crossroads of stories and traditions. Among the regulars, many tales unfold, some whispered between friends and others shared openly over a fine pour of bourbon.

03/15/2025

Please send more story ideas like this to [email protected]

Events like these highlight the importance of community-driven initiatives that inspire and uplift youth. By combining art and positivity, the children at the Red Shield Club left a lasting impact, proving that even the smallest act of creativity can brighten someone’s day.

03/15/2025

Free "yard sale" items are available at 211 Williams Street! Check the lawn for women's clothing, blankets and decor! Have a great weekend. -DL

03/14/2025

Do you feel that hint of spring in the air? There’s no better way to celebrate the approach of the new season than to visit our farmers market this Saturday afternoon and buy fresh local goods!

Seasonal produce, meats, dairy, eggs, breads, sweets, coffee and tea, handmade soaps, and so much more - all waiting for you in our beloved Depot!

03/14/2025

Just 8 days until the 3rd Annual Lexington Book Festival ! We are an all-volunteer nonprofit and that means our partners in presenting this event are VERY important to us! THANK YOU to our local partners for helping us get the word out and taking good care of our guest authors while they visit Lexington. Our state and federal partners make it possible for us to offer honorariums to our authors and cover other festival expenses. See you next Saturday!

03/14/2025

If you want to start reading this year's festival authors, Pig City Books will help! They've stocked up and can help you with orders for pickup at the store or at the festival. Pig City Books is our official bookstore and a wonderful partner! All of our authors are making time to sign books, so bring your copies, pre-order now, or by on-site at the festival (limited stock available!)