The Dispatch of Lexington

12/19/2025

The 2026 elections will see contested local races for Republican primaries in Davidson County prior to the General Election and has drawn the first female sheriff candidate in county history.

12/19/2025

A Davidson County man is accused of stealing an SUV that was locked inside of a towing company's property just east of Thomasville, the Randolph County County Sheriff's Office said.

12/19/2025

There is still time for Davidson County patrons of Sheetz stores to help give to local families in need of clothes, toys and more through the store's Sheetz for the Kidz campaign. Read about the program in The Dispatch.

There is still time for Davidson County patrons of Sheetz stores to help give to local families in need of clothes, toys and more through the store's Sheetz for the

12/19/2025

One hook, countless warm hearts. Thanks to City Clerk Wendy Martin’s vision, Thomasville’s bus shelters are now stocked with coats, scarves and gloves for anyone in need. Learn how the Warm Hearts, Warm Hands program is spreading kindness.

On a cold winter morning in Thomasville, a simple hook at a bus shelter is doing something extraordinary — turning compassion into warmth.

12/18/2025

An off-duty Lexington Police Department officer was shot and killed Wednesday night and two men were wounded.

12/18/2025

Andrew Brown's final season kicking for North Carolina A&T was certainly an attention getter. The former West Davidson standout saved his best for last and was one of the few bright spots in an otherwise rough season for the Aggies.

Andrew Brown's final season kicking for North Carolina A&T was certainly an attention-getter.

12/18/2025

Davidson County Senior Services is expanding program offerings at the Southmont Civic Center, including adding more exercise equipment.

12/18/2025

Not everyone wants to — or can — spend Christmas in the kitchen. Fortunately, in Davidson County, you don’t have to. Here’s a look at the local restaurants open on Christmas Day.

Not everyone wants to or can spend Christmas in the kitchen — and in Davidson County, you don’t have to.

12/18/2025

Lexington’s Shoto Japanese restaurant and bar is kicking off its 25th anniversary in style — and with a twist. The family-owned restaurant is ringing in the milestone alongside Lunar New Year celebrations.

Lexington’s Shoto Japanese restaurant and bar is kicking off its 25th anniversary in style — and with a twist.

12/17/2025

Less than a month after investigators say a pack of dogs fatally mauled a 73-year-old Davidson County man, a Thomasville woman has been charged with second degree murder in the incident.

Less than a month after investigators say a pack of dogs fatally mauled a 73-year-old Davidson County man, a Thomasville woman has been charged with second degree murder in the

12/17/2025

Looking for festive fun in Davidson County? From a laugh-out-loud holiday play and breakfast with the Grinch to live nativity scenes and even an Elvis tribute, this week is packed with seasonal cheer. Check out these five things to do.

Looking for festive fun in Davidson County? From a laugh-out-loud holiday play and breakfast with the Grinch to live nativity scenes, Christmas concerts, and even an Elvis tribute, this week

12/17/2025

Driving N.C. Highway 109 towards Winston-Salem in Davidson County, the evidence of growth and urban sprawl is apparent. Read how a Davidson County family is trying to curb the sprawl by conserving their land.

Driving N.C. Highway 109 towards Winston-Salem in Davidson County, the evidence of growth and urban sprawl is apparent, said Three Rivers Land Trust Executive Director Travis Morehead.