The Dispatch

We cover the news in Davidson County, N.C.

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As part of a quarterly series featuring game-show-themed events, Davidson County Senior Services will host its own rendition of "Hollywood Squares" on June 11 at the Davidson County Senior Center in Lexington.
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From a new ADA ramp at Tyro Middle to major tech and HVAC improvements districtwide, Davidson County Schools leaders approved more than $1.6 million in projects aimed at safety, accessibility and modernization.
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Davidson County commissioners agreed by consensus to add funding to preserve assistant principal positions in local schools and are working toward a compromise on fire district funding increases. A final vote on the 2026–27 budget is expected Monday.
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The city of Lexington has named David A. Lambert as assistant city manager.
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Mixed emotions brought tears from students, teachers and staff at the Silver Valley Elementary School fifth-grade graduation ceremony on May 29.
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The Davidson County Public Library’s Summer Reading Program for the year 2026 is themed “Unearth a Story” and focuses on dinosaurs, paleontology and archaeology.
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An Oak Grove High School FFA junior team placed first overall when FFA members competed at the West Central Regional FFA Poultry competition.
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A new initiative called Keep the Lunch Bell Ringing is set to expand how Davidson County Schools fight summer hunger, ensuring no child falls through the cracks when school is out.
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A devastating loss on Main Street—Lexington’s historic buildings that housed Shoto Japanese and The Candy Factory will be demolished after the May 19 fire left them beyond repair. It was a difficult but necessary decision for the business owners.
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A heartfelt Mother’s Day celebration in Thomasville not only honored mothers but also brought together a diverse community in a spirit of faith, culture and generosity.
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Davidson County is set for a lively weekend filled with something for everyone, as events across Lexington and Thomasville offer a mix of family fun, live entertainment, shopping and community connection. Check out these five things to do.
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Davidson County Schools announced several administrative changes for the upcoming 2026–27 school year, including the appointment of new principals and the placement of an assistant principal at a newly designated school.
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Only one Davidson County restaurant earned a perfect 100 health sanitation grade in May. Check out how all the local restaurants fared during inspections in May.
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The U.S. Postal Service plans to open the new location for the Lexington Post Office on June 3, at 716 S. Main St.
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The Davidson County Governmental Center will be illuminated in purple throughout June in recognition of Elder Abuse Awareness Month.
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Three students, including one from Davidson County, have been awarded Cooperative All-Stars Sports Camp Scholarships from EnergyUnited to attend summer basketball camps at two North Carolina universities.
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A fatal head-on collision in Davidson County on Monday, June 1, claimed the life of a west Davidson woman and left others injured, according to the N.C. State Highway Patrol.
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Residents interested in seeking public office in Davidson County for the 2026 general election for offices that do have primary races can begin filing for several local races this summer, according to the Davidson County Board of Elections.
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A transformative moment is on the horizon for Northwest Elementary School, where students will return this August to an exciting and meaningful surprise — a brand-new, nearly $300,000 playground designed so every child can play.
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Big things are coming to downtown Lexington. South End Market—part bodega, part café, part bar—opens this month with local goods, fresh-made eats and craft drinks all in one spot.
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