Environmental groups appeal Duke Energy gas plant approval in Davie County. #YadkinRiver #DukeEnergy tinyurl.com/5n7aj3tj

🎃 Looking for Halloween fun? From trunk-or-treats and costume contests to hayrides and hot dogs, Davidson County families have dozens of Halloween events to choose from this October. Check out our community guide. 🍬👻 tinyurl.com/tzmare8d

Two more names have been added to Lexington barbecue history. Holland Tussey and Tommy Monk were inducted into the Lexington Barbecue Wall of Fame on Monday. #LexingtonBarbecue tinyurl.com/3cpufbss

More than 150,000 visitors are expected in downtown Lexington on Oct. 24 for the 42nd annual Lexington Barbecue Festival, featuring barbecue, live music, family fun and festival favorites. Read all about it 🐖🎶🍖 #LexingtonBarbecueFestival tinyurl.com/muw8ytw7

Older adults, caregivers and family members will have an opportunity to learn about local services and community resources during a Community Resource Fair hosted by Davidson County Senior Services in October. tinyurl.com/5xt26ah9

Here's What's Happening in Davidson County: A new faith-based boutique and baked goods shop has opened, and Arts Davidson County continues to provide a stage for local musicians, poets and storytellers at open mic night. tinyurl.com/4eyry652

A Thomasville man has been charged in an exchange of gunfire that killed a man in Lexington early Saturday. tinyurl.com/5n8fpst8 – at Lexington, NC

Two Thomasville artisans are showcasing centuries-old skills at the N.C. State Fair. Meet silversmith Jeffrey Jobe and glass artist Curtis Cecil, both honored as Village of Yesteryear Craftsmen of the Year for their exceptional craftsmanship. tinyurl.com/yc4w5vdn – at Welcome, NC

A Lexington woman is facing dozens of animal cruelty charges following an investigation by the Davidson County Sheriff's Office. tinyurl.com/5x9wfavv

Fans of music, theater and a touch of mystery will have a chance to enjoy all three when Lexington Live Community Theatre presents "Lyrics & Lore" on Oct. 25. tinyurl.com/5n84zmem

Ahoy, seniors! 🏴‍☠️ Davidson County Senior Services will host a Pirate Murder Mystery on Oct. 30, challenging participants to solve the murder of Captain Bloodheart and uncover hidden treasure. tinyurl.com/4xfsk2cf

Ghosts, goblins and plenty of candy are headed to Davidson County as Lexington and Thomasville prepare for family-friendly Boo Bash celebrations this Halloween season. 🎃👻 tinyurl.com/3x5e78z9

A new study ranks Lexington's DMV among North Carolina's lowest-rated offices, while neighboring Thomasville scored well above the state average. tinyurl.com/3sa92yf8

A Davidson County author's search for his Native American roots led to two books exploring the history of the Coharie tribe and other Siouan peoples of the Carolinas and Virginia. tinyurl.com/4mxmrymk

Animal lovers are invited to don their favorite Halloween attire and support a local cause during the Davidson County Animal Alliance's annual Wags & Whiskers Gala. tinyurl.com/fmtjth2x

Area seniors will have an opportunity to learn about government programs, ask questions and connect with public agencies during the NC-06 Senior Summit at Davidson-Davie Community College's campus. tinyurl.com/3rxdxkz8

A longtime Davidson County Senior Services employee has been recognized at the state level for nearly three decades of service to older adults. Read about her award. tinyurl.com/5n8xpvvw

Two men who helped shape Lexington-style barbecue are about to take their place on the city's Wall of Fame. Read the pitmasters and the ceremony set for Oct. 19. #LexingtonBarbecue #LexingtonBarbecueFestival tinyurl.com/yjw4exdj

Duke Energy has filed preliminary plans for the proposed Davie-Davidson Energy Complex, including two natural gas power plants in Davie County and an LNG facility in Davidson County. #DukeEnergy tinyurl.com/5am3wej5

A man convicted of murder and armed robbery in 1975 in Davidson County and sentenced to life in prison has been approved for release from prison on parole, the North Carolina Post-Release Supervision and Parole Commission said Wednesday. tinyurl.com/5n6jm8fr