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November 24, 2017

Published by Merit Kirkpatrick at November 24, 2017

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The 2017 War Eagles Christmas Ornament – Commemorating 61 Years at old Davie County High School

As family and friends gather together for Thanksgiving this week, the 2017 “War Eagles Christmas” ornament is a perfect gift idea for this holiday season. This ornament commemorates Davie County High School, the sole traditional high school in the Davie County system for 61 years. Established in 1956, DCHS has been home to many generations of students and was the educational foundation for much success throughout our community and beyond. The walls of this school hold many stories and memories and we are grateful to be a part of its history. This ornament, in celebration of our original county-wide high […]

November 21, 2017

Published by Merit Kirkpatrick at November 21, 2017

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Delighting the Crowds at the Mocksville Bed Races

“Twas the Night Before Bed Race” and all through the town, were a series of teams wishing the flag would go down; More rapid than eagles the race beds they came, And the crowds whistled, and shouted, and called them by name: Now Manna Movers! Now Snoozers! Now WXII! On Magic Elves! On Skills USA! On Flash CW! On Premier Reindeer! The town of Mocksville raced into the Christmas season on November 17th with the 6th Annual “Twas the Night Before” Bed Race as 18 race teams made the mad dash down Main Street. 2017 Mocksville Bed Races Thank you […]

November 15, 2017

Published by Jeanna Baxter White at November 15, 2017

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This Weekend – Friday Night Bed Races, Christmas Parade and Winterfest Coming to Mocksville!

Races Friday night, Parade Saturday Historic Downtown Mocksville will race into the Christmas season this Friday night, November 17th as 15 intrepid teams from local businesses, non-profits, WXII-12 News, and CW Channel 20.1 take part in the 6th annual “Twas the Night Before” Bed Races. The festivities will begin with the lighting of the downtown businesses at dusk followed by the Parade of Beds at 6 pm. The bed races will begin at 6:15 as CW takes on WXII. WXII Chief Meteorologist Lanie Pope is determined that her team will place in the top three this year! $600 in Cash […]

November 8, 2017

Published by Merit Kirkpatrick at November 8, 2017

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Students Explore Career Options as Davie County Celebrates Manufacturing Day 2017

To celebrate Manufacturing Day 2017, several local businesses and Davie County manufacturers provided a unique opportunity for all eighth-grade students in Davie County. Davie County participated in National Manufacturing Day for the first time this year through the collaborative efforts of the Davie County Chamber of Commerce, Davie County Schools, Davie County Economic Development, DCCC and the Davie business community. On October 6th, students from Ellis and North Davie Middle Schools each toured two different locations including DEX Heavy Duty Parts, Dunlop Aircraft Tyres, Ingersoll Rand, Pro Refrigeration, DCCC – Davie Campus, WFBH-Davie Medical Center – Bermuda Run and the […]

November 3, 2017

Published by Jeanna Baxter White at November 3, 2017

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Just HOPE Masquerade Fundraiser at Triple J Manor House Saturday, November 11th

Join Just HOPE for a night of mystery and fun as they “Unmask the Face of Homelessness” and raise funds to help transition families in Davie County from homeless to housed by attending their Masquerade Event on Saturday, November 11th at the Triple J Manor House in Mocksville. Just HOPE Gives Hope Where it is Needed Most Just HOPE, Inc. is a community outreach agency that provides services to those who are homeless/displaced or lack reliable transportation in Davie County. It serves hot meals at local motels/campgrounds, deliver food boxes to those in need, and provides a family day center […]

October 28, 2017

Published by Merit Kirkpatrick at October 28, 2017

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Don’t Miss the 4th Annual iSHOPDavie Expo at WinMock on Thursday, November 2

The Davie County Chamber of Commerce is presenting the 4th Annual iSHOPDavie Gift Shopping Expo Thursday, November 2nd from 2:30pm to 7:00pm at WinMock at Kinderton, 168 E. Kinderton Way, Bermuda Run. Over fifty vendors will be showcasing and selling their products and services to the public. Several local restaurants and caterers will be onsite offering a wide variety of food samplings and items to purchase. Once again we will be showcasing Davie County wines by the glass for interested shoppers. As in year’s past, the Davie Chamber is giving back to our community. A $1.00 admission/donation will be collected […]

October 26, 2017

Published by Merit Kirkpatrick at October 26, 2017

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All Aboard! DCCC Enrollment Bus – Custom Built to Deliver Opportunity!

When the staff at DCCC, the Community College of Davidson and Davie Counties, comes up with a way to expand opportunity to more members of our community, the wheels start rolling. Most recently, the DCCC Enrollment Services staff came up with the idea of building an enrollment bus that could be taken to community events and locations throughout the year to engage prospective students and help them learn about opportunities at the college and jumpstart the admissions process. On Tuesday, October 10th DCCC held a ribbon cutting ceremony to celebrate and announce the enrollment bus! “We’re excited about connecting with […]

October 20, 2017

Published by Merit Kirkpatrick at October 20, 2017

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Free Books for Davie County Children! Smart Start Receives Funding to Expand Dolly Parton’s Imagination Library Across NC

The love of reading begins in a parent’s arms. Snuggling together with a good book creates connections that help build young children’s brains and conditions their minds and memories. For the past 10 years, Smart Start of Davie County has been raising funds to provide free books to the county’s youngest readers through Dolly Parton’s Imagination Library. Soon even more Davie County children will be able to benefit from this program thanks to additional funding provided by the North Carolina General Assembly. “Approximately 700 children in Davie County, aged birth to five, receive free Imagination Library books each month,” […]

October 16, 2017

Published by Jeanna Baxter White at October 16, 2017

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On the Border – The Ultimate Eagles Tribute at Brock Performing Arts Center Saturday, October 21st – Tickets Available Now!

Eagles fans will have a “Peaceful Easy Feeling” as On the Border — The Ultimate Eagles Tribute band takes the stage at the Brock Performing Arts Center on Saturday, October 21st at 7:30 pm. What sets this Eagles Tribute apart from any other, is that they were each hand selected to play the respected member: not only to recreate the music of that Eagles member, but to emulate their sound as well. On the Border does just that. Prepare to be amazed! They perform shows all over the U.S. at major festivals, music venues, casinos, theaters, corporate and private […]