The Dispatch

East Davidson High School has ended its varsity soccer season following an investigation into a viral video in which students responded to a racial slur aboard a school activity bus. Threats have been made to the school. Read about this ongoing story tinyurl.com/muhjsss9 – at Thomasville, NC

Rivalry. Playoff implications. Possible conference title share. North Davidson and Oak Grove square off Friday night in one of the biggest local football games of the season. 🏈 #FridayNightLights tinyurl.com/t2m2ze8b

A Davidson Anti-Drug Regional Task Force investigation into suspected drug distribution at a residence on Cotton Grove Road in Lexington led to the seizure of more than 200 grams of crack cocaine, a firearm and other evidence, authorities said. tinyurl.com/3wc8pwvm – at Lexington, NC

Davidson County seniors can attend a free four-part series on legal, medical and financial end-of-life planning beginning Nov. 10 at the Davidson County Senior Center in Lexington. Registration is required. tinyurl.com/2sdcjnhf

Four businesses in Davidson County and one in Davie County were recognized for combining business success with community impact during Davidson-Davie Community College's Small Business of the Year Awards. tinyurl.com/f8das8z2

Golfers, get ready. ⛳ Davidson County's first The Back Nine indoor golf simulator franchise is coming to Lexington, bringing year-round golf, virtual play on more than 20,000 courses and 24/7 member access. Read more about the new entertainment venue tinyurl.com/mwc77wbd

New threats to the school are under investigation after a racial slur video involving East Davidson High student-athletes spread across social media. Read the latest update from the Sheriff's Office. tinyurl.com/bdzz9b76 – at Thomasville, NC

More than two dozen years after William Mark Alley disappeared, investigators from multiple law enforcement agencies spent three days searching for new clues in the longtime Davidson County cold case. Read about the search in The Dispatch. tinyurl.com/48wcv4sk – at Lexington, NC

Derius Kelly had his eyes and heart set on one day leading the Lexington Senior High boys' basketball program. He just had no idea it would be this season. tinyurl.com/44suc5th

From Halloween celebrations and haunted attractions to live music and a community time capsule ceremony, Davidson County offers a variety of events for residents and visitors this weekend. Check out these five things to do. tinyurl.com/mwp5aytx

Classic cars, holiday giving and a familiar NASCAR name will come together in November as Holly Hill Cares Annual Fill the Flatbed Toy Drive, Food Drive and Car Show returns to East Davidson High School. tinyurl.com/3kpu9ey2

The Davidson County Board of Commissioners narrowly rejected Monday blocking the Davidson County ABC Board from increasing the amount of money it can set aside for future expansion. tinyurl.com/yd622jtm

A fire caused extensive damage to a house in a Thomasville neighborhood on Monday afternoon. tinyurl.com/32cb33m3 – at Thomasville, NC

Be Rooted Yoga & Wellness Collective received the Lexington Area Chamber of Commerce’s 2026 Small Business of the Year award last Tuesday during the annual Small Business Awards celebration. tinyurl.com/yf6xrt4s

The Davidson County Fleet Maintenance Department has received a 2026 Bronze Fleet Safety Award from the North American Fleet Management Association, recognizing the county’s commitment to vehicle and driver safety. tinyurl.com/yse5p9z8

From Halloween costume to center stage: Micah Pinnix brings Olaf to life in Lexington Youth Theatre's "Frozen." tinyurl.com/5t4u4vzf

After hours of debate and discussion, Davidson County commissioners approved new data center regulations Monday night and rejected a proposed four-month moratorium. tinyurl.com/4yk9pyzx

Video of racial slur on East Davidson High soccer team bus prompts investigation and discipline from Davidson County Schools. tinyurl.com/5cdsbhyv – at Thomasville, NC

A Davidson County man charged with second-degree murder in a 2023 crash that killed a 17-year-old motorcyclist is now the subject of an arrest order after failing to appear for his scheduled jury trial Monday in Davidson County Superior Court. bit.ly/4zfpmOS – at Lexington, NC

The Davidson County Sheriff’s Office issued a public notice Monday that several agencies have begun a search in an area near Beck’s Church Road in connection with an old, unsolved case. bit.ly/4zgInR8 – at Lexington, NC