June 25, 2022

Free Independence Day Celebrations – Fireworks and Concert on Saturday, July 2, Lawn Mower Parade with Free Watermelon & Ice Pops on Monday, July 4

Independence Day is just around the corner and our community has activities promising fun for all ages! There will be fireworks, musical entertainment, and a parade to celebrate our nation’s 246th birthday! Come out with family and friends and enjoy these exciting events! Mocksville Independence Summer Concert and Fireworks With live music followed by fireworks, this year’s Independence Day Celebration at the Davie County Community Park will be a wonderful way to spend your evening. When: Saturday, July 2nd at 6:00 p.m.Where: 151 Southwood Drive, Mocksville The evening will kickoff with the Funk, Blues, Psychedelic Rock and Jam of Marvelous […]
June 23, 2022

Davie County Tourism Advisory Board Announces 2022 Grant Recipients

The Davie County Chamber of Commerce wears many hats. In addition to serving as a catalyst for business growth and development, the Chamber promotes the community through county-wide tourism initiatives and is home to the Davie County Visitor Center which is filled with free regional brochures and maps. As the County’s primary source for tourist information, the Chamber offers multiple ways that residents and visitors alike can uncover all the delightful opportunities Davie County has to offer.  DiscoverDavieCounty.com features all of Davie County’s delicious restaurants, unique shops, and exciting attractions. Discover Davie County Facebook and Instagram share exciting upcoming events […]
June 1, 2022

Vote for Family Promise of Davie County to Win $10,000 in Triad Kids Dental’s First Caring4Community Awards!

A minute of your time could change a local family’s life! Family Promise of Davie County is excited to have made it through the nomination phase and into the voting period in Triad Kids Dental’s Caring4Community Awards. “We are in the running with 8 other triad nonprofit organizations to win a $10,000 award,” explained FPDC Executive Director Lisa Foster, noting that $10,000 would prevent homelessness for 20 local families in Davie County.  Since opening its doors in 2017, FPDC has served over 1,000 parents and children through its shelter, transitional housing, and emergency financial assistance programs.  “Our mission is to […]
May 19, 2022

Students Learn About Job Opportunities in Davie County During Career Exploration Day

Davie County’s 7th-grade students recently got a jump start on career exploration with unique behind-the-scenes tours of several local businesses and manufacturers. Students from Ellis, North Davie, and South Davie Middle Schools each toured two different locations including Comfort Bilt/Larson Manufacturing, Fuller Welding & Fabricators, Gildan, Pro Refrigeration, Rise Indoor Sports, and Davidson-Davie Community College – Davie Campus. Other students from all three schools spent their tour time experiencing many different facets of Ashley Furniture Industries, Inc.  Traditionally held in the fall as part of the annual national Manufacturing Day, the tours were the collaborative efforts of Davie CONNECT, Davie […]
May 11, 2022

Daniel Boone Family Festival Rescheduled to May 21st

The Daniel Boone Family Festival has been rescheduled for May 21st due to the weather.  Free Community Event! Saturday, 10 a.m. –  7:30 p.m. The Daniel Boone Family Festival will be held in Historic Downtown Mocksville on Saturday, May 21st, from 10 a.m – 5 p.m, with entertainment on the outdoor stage continuing until 7:30 p.m. Featuring, local artisans, historical tours throughout the county, food, live music, and a kids’ area with free inflatables and balloon artistry, this all-day event has something for everyone! Retrace the Steps of Daniel Boone, the Revolutionary War, Historic Homes, and More! Daniel Boone spent […]
May 10, 2022

Free Pesticide Collection Day Tuesday, May 17th

Do you have old pesticides taking up space in your barn, garage, or storage shed?  Dispose of them for free on Tuesday, May 17th from 10 a.m. – 2 p.m. at the Clement Grove Masonic Picnic Grounds on Poplar Street behind the Brock Performing Arts Center, 622 N. Main Street, Mocksville. This event is open to residents of Davie and Yadkin counties.   The pesticide products that will be accepted include: Herbicides, fungicides, insecticides, rodenticides, etc. New, unopened, and partially used products Banned & outdated pesticides Items that will not be accepted include: Paints and other hazardous waste Unknown products Products […]
May 9, 2022

Spring Fling Auto Show at the Davie County High School – Postponed to May 28th

!! IMPORTANT UPDATE: DATE CHANGED to MAY 28TH !! Automotive aficionados, mark your calendars! The Inaugural Spring Fling Auto Show will be held Saturday, May 28th, from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. at the Davie County High School, located at 180 War Eagle Drive in Mocksville. It has been postponed from the original date due to the weather. Please follow up at the Speedology website for additional information or with questions. Enter Your Car, Truck, SUV or Motorcycle to Win Trophies This extraordinary event, featuring race cars, sports cars, classic cars, trucks, motorcycles, Jeeps, and more, is guaranteed to get […]
May 6, 2022

Arts Smart 2022 May 7th at Davie High

Celebrate the Arts – Arts Smart Relocated to Davie High Originally planned for downtown Mocksville, Arts Smart 2022, sponsored by Ashley Furniture, has been relocated to Davie County High School, 180 War Eagle Drive. This event will take place from 10 a.m. – 2 p.m. and will feature student artists and performers from all schools in Davie County, with ages spanning from kindergarten through the 12th grade. Thank You Ashley Furniture Ashley Furniture has a national focus on building communities around arts celebrations and began its partnership with DCS for Arts Smart in 2014. Arts Smart 2022 will include stages […]
May 4, 2022
(L to R) Joe LaFave, LaFave’s Construction; Weston Liebee, vice-president of Liberty Storage Solutions; Bobby Eaton, owner and president of Liberty Storage Solutions; Terry Bralley, president of Davie County Economic Development Commission; Will Marklin, mayor of the Town of Mocksville

Liberty Storage Solutions Breaks Ground on Mocksville Expansion 

Liberty Storage Solutions, which designs and manufactures everything from simple storage buildings to elaborate man-caves and chic she-sheds, celebrated the start of its expansion in Davie County with a groundbreaking ceremony on April 25th.  From its humble beginnings in a 40 X 40 barn in Rowan County, the company has outgrown its 40,000-square-foot manufacturing facility at 163 Industrial Boulevard in Mocksville and has purchased 56 acres nearby to expand. The company expects to create 50 new jobs over the next three years with average annual wages of $47,500 plus benefits compared to the county average of $39,000.  The company plans […]