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Lower internet costs? See if your household is eligible
The Internet is often called the information highway, connecting you to stores, recipes, and more. Now, there is a program to assist eligible households with the monthly cost of an Internet connection. If you are a recipient of the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP), this information is for you. No matter if you receive $200 […] The post Lower internet costs? See if your household is eligible appeared first on Davie County Enterprise Record.
Best Banjos: Davie festival tradition continues with The Grascals in 2023
Bluegrass super musicians The Grascals will headline Mocksville’s11th annual Carolina Bible Camp Bluegrass Festival on Sept, 9. This Grammy-nominated group is in their 19th year and known for such hits as “Me and John and Paul,” “I Am Strong” (with Dolly Parton) and a Grascalized version of “Last Train to Clarksville.” The 2023 Grascals line-up will […] The post Best Banjos: Davie festival tradition continues with The Grascals in 2023 appeared first on Davie County Enterprise Record.
Public Records
Sheriff’s Office The following are from Davie County Sheriff’s Office reports. July 8: disturbing the peace, Mr. Henry Road, Mocksville; suspicious activity, S. Main St., Mocksville; suspicious activity, US 601 N., Mocksvile; fraud, Boxwood Church Road, Mocksville; larceny, Spillman Road, Mocksville; suspicious activity, US 158, Bermuda Run; suspicious package, William Ellis Drive, Advance; suspicious activity, […] The post Public Records appeared first on Davie County Enterprise Record.
Local events
Religion July 17-21 Vacation Bible School, Fellowship Baptist Church, Rainbow Rd., Advance. Pastor Wayne Swisher, 336-909-1808. Saturday, July 22 Christmas in July VBS, Friendship Baptist, 2840 Friendship Ch. Rd., Lexington, 9 a.m.-2 p.m. Register at http:/bit.ly/fcl-vbs. Meetings Monday, July 17 Farmington Community Events Center annual meeting, 1723 Farmington Rd., Mocksville, 5:30-6:30 p.m. Celebrate accomplishments, plan […] The post Local events appeared first on Davie County Enterprise Record.
Man arrested for possessing child porn
A Davie man was arrested last week for possession of child pornography. On Thursday, July 6, detectives with the Davie County Sheriff’s Office, and agents with the Department of Homeland Security executed a search warrant at 309 Will Boone Road near Mocksville. The search was in reference to multiple cybertips sent to the N.C. Internet […] The post Man arrested for possessing child porn appeared first on Davie County Enterprise Record.
It’s a hot time in Cooleemee for annual parade
By KC Smith Cooleemee Correspondent Cooleemee’s annual 4th of July parade began with high humidity, high temperatures and happy faces. Spectators came early to get a good sitting spots under shade trees. The firetrucks started the parade, and there were a lot of vehicles. I get a kick out of asking what year the vehicle […] The post It’s a hot time in Cooleemee for annual parade appeared first on Davie County Enterprise Record.
United Methodists forming new congregation
The United Methodist Church (UMC) is alive and well in Davie County. Congregants and guests from the newly-formed Grace Church celebrated America’s independence with a cook-out on July 4 with fellowship, food and desserts. The group is led by the Rev. Dr. Suzanne G. Michael, and plans are in the works for a permanent meeting […] The post United Methodists forming new congregation appeared first on Davie County Enterprise Record.
Mocksville woman keeps her word; splitting lottery prize with co-workers
Paula Dotson of Mocksville made a pact years ago with two co-workers that they would share any big Powerball wins and, after winning a $100,000 prize in Wednesday’s Powerball drawing, she will honor their agreement. “We decided 15 years ago that if we won a big prize we would all split it,” Dotson said. “We each […] The post Mocksville woman keeps her word; splitting lottery prize with co-workers appeared first on Davie County Enterprise Record.
Campers have fun while learning the life of a firefighter
By Ronnie Robertson Advance Fire Dept. ADVANCE – The 10th annual Advance Fire Camp was a great success. Open to rising sixth through ninth graders, it gave campers a glimpse of what firefighters do every day. Camp began Monday, June 19 at 8:30 with pledge, prayer, review of the rules and a quick tour of […] The post Campers have fun while learning the life of a firefighter appeared first on Davie County Enterprise Record.
Firefighter wins lawsuit just to take state EMT test
A firefighter who was denied the disability related accommodations he needed to take the NC Emergency Medical Technician (EMT) exam will now get those necessary accommodations, under a landmark settlement between the firefighter and the NC Office of Emergency Management (OEMS). Austin Freidt, a volunteer firefighter in Mocksville since his teens, became a professional firefighter […] The post Firefighter wins lawsuit just to take state EMT test appeared first on Davie County Enterprise Record.
Cruise In tonight; parade tomorrow in Cooleemee
By Kat Woodruff-Carter Davie High Intern On Saturday, July 1, the Davie County Parks and Recreation hosted an Independence Day celebration full of music, dancing, and food trucks. This gathering was meant for family and friends to come together and celebrate the Fourh of July and enjoy time together, said Mercedes Barr, parks and rec […] The post Cruise In tonight; parade tomorrow in Cooleemee appeared first on Davie County Enterprise Record.
Davie District Court
The following cases were disposed of during the May 12 session of Davie DWI Court. Presiding: Judge Jon W. Myers. Prosecuting: Mariah Patterson and Eric Farr, assistant DAs. – Jackson T. Barringer, DWI, sentenced to 60 days, suspended 18 months, 24 hours community service, obtain substance abuse assessment, surrender license, not operate vehicle until licensed, […] The post Davie District Court appeared first on Davie County Enterprise Record.
Davie Schools looking for employees
Davie County Schools has announced dates for summer job fairs for the 2023-2024 school year. • Wednesday, July 12, Mocksville Town Park, 192 N. Main St., 5-7 p.m.; • Thursday, July 27, Huffman’s Ice Crea, 1051 Yadkinville Road, Mocksville, 4-6 p.m. (free scoop of ice cream to first 40 to attend.); • Tuesday, Aug. 1, […] The post Davie Schools looking for employees appeared first on Davie County Enterprise Record.
Local events
Fundraisers Saturday, July 8 Community breakfast, Farmington Methodist, 1939 Farmington Rd., Mocksville, 7-10 a.m. Pork tenderloin, sausage, eggs, grits, sausage gravy, apples, hash brown casserole, biscuits, beverages. Donations accepted. Meetings Monday, July 10 County Commissioners, 6 p.m., meeting room, second floor, county administration bldg., downtown Mocksville. Seniors All events are sponsored by Davie Senior Services. […] The post Local events appeared first on Davie County Enterprise Record.
Tips to keep foods safe in hot weather
As the warm weather arrives, more people are heading outdoors and enjoying outdoor activities. One of those activities is eating. However, this increase in outdoor eating can lead to a higher risk of foodborne illnesses if food safety is not taken seriously, said Davie Health Director Suzanne Wright. In fact, it is estimated that each […] The post Tips to keep foods safe in hot weather appeared first on Davie County Enterprise Record.
Two arrested after chase, search
Two people were arrested after one ran and hid after an attempted traffic stop by the N.C. Highway Patrol. A trooper was attempting to stop a vehicle on Greenhill Road near US 64 West at about 9:05 p.m. when the car jumped a ditch and the driver ran on foot, reported Davie Sheriff’s Chief Deputy […] The post Two arrested after chase, search appeared first on Davie County Enterprise Record.
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