The Dispatch

A Lexington law firm is earning national recognition. Brinkley Walser Stoner has been named to the 2027 edition of Best Law Firms. Read more about the honor and the firm’s impact. tinyurl.com/2s4ar9ru

🇺🇸 Red, white and hometown proud! From marching band performances and Veterans Day Queens to the men and women who served our nation, check out eight snapshots from the 2026 Davidson County Veterans Day Parade. tinyurl.com/nc6vncr3

Tech doesn't have to be scary. Thomasville's Adam Neely is helping people navigate everything from scam texts to AI through his free website, The Daily Tech Tip. Read how a personal loss inspired a mission to make technology easier for everyone. tinyurl.com/5ysnjzua

🍩 Record-setting picks and playoff donuts. West Davidson's Madden Ward broke the program's single-season interception record and returned one for a touchdown in the Dragons' playoff win. 🏈 #WestDavidson #FridayNightLights tinyurl.com/47wv33f3

From classic cars and live music to community meals and thought-provoking discussions, Davidson County offers plenty of ways to stay entertained this weekend. Check out these five things to do. tinyurl.com/yjmsrd6z

Lexington is moving forward with incentives to attract Project Emerald, a proposed $1 billion investment that could bring 450 jobs to the area. But what is it — and what isn't it? Get the latest details on the major economic development proposal. tinyurl.com/mrypxh7k

A Welcome banker and a longtime customer shared an unforgettable journey to Washington, D.C., for an Honor Flight. Discover how a special friendship between Melany Martin and Vietnam-era veteran Larry Myers grew into a day neither will ever forget. tinyurl.com/3adp3bwt

More than two years after announcing plans for a major investment in Davidson County and 18 months after breaking ground on U.S. Highway 64, Massachusetts-based Divert officially opened its Lexington Integrated Diversion & Energy Facility. tinyurl.com/jbazbcx7 – at Lexington, NC

Davidson County students claimed four of the top five spots at the West Central FFA Truck Safety and Skills Contest, with one student earning a berth in the state competition. tinyurl.com/d7r8jtwk

Supporters of United Way of Davidson County will have the opportunity to enjoy oysters, live entertainment and fellowship while helping fund local community programs during the organization’s fourth annual Oyster Roast fundraiser. tinyurl.com/4ph9r8t3

Veterans and active-duty military members will have no shortage of options for free meals, discounts and special offers this Veterans Day. tinyurl.com/mte29cy5 – at Lexington, NC

After nearly six hours of testimony, Davidson County commissioners approved the controversial PNG rezoning in a 4-3 vote despite passionate opposition from Davidson County residents. tinyurl.com/54wb5b63 – at Lexington, NC

Cross-country teams in all eight classifications descended upon Ivey Redmon Park in Kernersville on Friday and Saturday to take part in the North Carolina High School Athletic Association state championships. tinyurl.com/2zywuczz

A Lexington man who was stopped for a traffic violation in northern Davidson County was arrested on felony charges after he was found to have methamphetamine, the Davidson County Sheriff's Office said tinyurl.com/5n8kx82c

A Thomasville teenager was killed Friday night in a single-vehicle crash on U.S.Highway 64 in eastern Davidson County, according to the North Carolina State Highway Patrol. tinyurl.com/ydv3bbwa – at Thomasville, NC

🎶 The North Carolina A&T State University Concert Choir inspired a Lexington audience Sunday night with a powerful performance during Faith & the Arts Lexington. #NCAT #LexingtonNC 🎶 tinyurl.com/yy7fsn7p

A Central Davidson High School student claimed top honors for the Davidson-Montgomery Federation while competing at the 2026 West Central Region Tractor Safety and Skills Contest. tinyurl.com/p8kkyku8

Here's What's Happening in Davidson County: The county's first Walmart fuel station and convenience kiosk is set to open along U.S. Highway 64, while local veterans and supporters are invited to gather Dec. 9 at Richard Childress Racing. tinyurl.com/38rsyen7

One person was stabbed in the head in a melee that followed a car wreck Wednesday afternoon, and during efforts to break up the fight a police officer used pepper spray on a juvenile, the Thomasville Police Department said. tinyurl.com/33pucajh – at Thomasville, NC

Area students will showcase their talents at Omega Psi Phi's annual Talent Hunt Contest at 6 p.m. Sunday, Nov. 8, at Lexington Senior High School. tinyurl.com/4xvvjd2d