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HPU, GTCC among schools covered in court ruling
TRIAD – A federal court ruling in Kansas that temporarily blocks an extension of discrimination protections in schools affects 43 schools in North Carolina, including some in Guilford, Forsyth, Randolph and Davidson counties. The changes to Title IX advanced by the Biden administration would extend the definition of sex...
Police recover explosive device during arrest of couple wanted for theft
DAVIDSON COUNTY — Police recovered a hand grenade while investigating a man and woman in connection with the theft of a riding lawn mower and other crimes, according to the Davidson County Sheriff’s Office. Frankie Dale Hicks, 42, of 163 White Dove Drive, Lexington, was charged with three...
Two Things: Confederate statue finds a forever home; Few good options for Greensboro, agency
Not a moment too soon — several years overdue some might argue — but the mass-produced statue of a Confederate soldier that loomed over downtown Winston-Salem for more than a century settled into its new home. A private sanctuary in southern Davidson County called Valor Park in all...
2 charged after 60 grams of fentanyl recovered during bust
DAVIDSON COUNTY — Two men were arrested for trafficking drugs after officers recovered more than 2 ounces of fentanyl during a drug bust on Wednesday. Marcus Dwayne Parker, 41, of Greensboro, was charged with two counts of felony assault with a deadly weapon on a government employee, two counts of felony possession with the intent to manufacture, sell or deliver a Schedule II controlled ...
Five things to do: Red Panda set to perform at downtown Lexington venue
Want to catch a performance of one of one of the Triad's hottest bands? Then on Friday night be at High Rock Outiftters. Check out the details of this concert and the rest of five things to do in Davidson County this weekend.
Lexington man killed in accident on I-85 Business
DAVIDSON COUNTY — A 71-year-old Lexington man died in an accident on Interstate 85 Business on July 11. Billy Joe Burcham was driving a pickup on Radio Drive attempting to cross over I-85 Business, now called U.S. 29, about 12:20 p.m. and failed to yield to a Cadillac Escalade traveling north on the highway, according to the N.C. State Highway Patrol. After the collision, the pickup overturned ...
Two charged after injured puppy found abandoned
DAVIDSON COUNTY – Two people were arrested and charged with animal cruelty and other charges after an injured puppy was found abandoned at a store in Linwood. Deputies with the Davidson County Sheriff’s Office began an animal cruelty investigation after the 6-month-old boxer/pit bull mix puppy with a broken leg and a dislocated pelvis was found at a store on the corner of Old Salisbury Road and Michael Road in Linwood earlier this month.
Woman charged, man dies after Chevrolet truck and motorcycle collide in Wallburg crash, troopers say
A man is dead after a Triad, according to troopers with the North Carolina State Highway Patrol. On Monday, just after 4 p.m., troopers responded to and investigated a deadly crash in Davidson County on Gumtree Road at NC 109. Get the latest news stories of interest by clicking here.
Pair charged with theft
Detectives with the Davidson County Sheriff’s Office T.R.A.C.E. Team, assigned to the Special Investigations Division, arrested Frankie Dale Hicks of Lexington and Dorcus Estelle Newton of Denton during a theft investigation at 163 White Dove Drive, Lexington on July 11th. Hicks, a wanted fugitive for probation violation and was...
Davidson County Democratic Party opens new headquarters
The Davidson County Democratic Party is thrilled to announce the grand opening of its new headquarters located at 239 E. Center Street, Lexington, NC. The event will take place on Tuesday, July 23, 2024, from 5:00 PM to 7:00 PM. We warmly invite the community to join us in celebrating this milestone.
Lexington man charged with indecent liberties with a child
DAVIDSON COUNTY – A Lexington man has been charged with taking indecent liberties with a child. Detectives with the Davidson County Sheriff’s Office began an investigation after receiving a report in June about a possible sexual offense involving a minor.
Arcadia takes county swim meet championship
The Arcadia Ducks continue to bring home championships in the Davidson County Aquatics Association. The Ducks captured the season-ending DCAA meet that was held recently at the new Thomasville Aquatic and Community Center by finishing with a combined (boys and girls) score of 712 1/2 points. Reeds took second with 615 team points, followed by Midway (539), Lexington (527), Brookside (217), Denton (181 1/2) and Welcome (160).
North Carolina District 6 candidate Addison McDowell reacts to Trump rally shooting
NORTH CAROLINA (WGHP) — Addison McDowell, from Davidson County, is a Republican running for Congress in District 6. In the interview clip above, McDowell reacts to the attempted assassination of former president Donald Trump in the FOX8 studios. He is encouraging both sides of the aisle to tone down any potentially violent rhetoric and offered […]
Junior Hawgs capture American Legion state tournament title
The Post 8 Davidson County Junior Hawgs finished off a stellar season by winning the North Carolina American Legion Junior state tournament on Saturday in Goldsboro. Davidson County defeated South Caldwell 5-0 in the championship game to cap the week-long, double-elimination event undefeated.
Raleigh group purchases nearly 200 acres near High Rock Lake
A Raleigh group has paid a combined $1.45 million to purchase two parcels in the Healing Springs township of Davidson County near High Rock Lake, according to a county Register of Deeds filing Friday. The parcels are comprised of 135.9 acres and 58.8 acres along Stoney Point Drive. The buyer...
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