September 12, 2013

2013-2014 ‘tis the Season of Applause!

Since 1975 the Davie Arts Council has been “Connecting People to the Arts” throughout Davie County and the surrounding areas. The Davie Arts Council is known for its community outreach programs and arts education. The council schedules art exhibits and performance events at the Brock Performing Arts Center throughout the year. The 2013-2014 Season will “kick off” on September 21, 2013 at 7:30 p.m. with a glittering performance by “Supreme”, singer, Mary Wilson. Her smooth vocals will dazzle, and her classic selection of songs will evoke fond memories of the “The Supremes” the Motown singing group, of which she was […]
September 9, 2013

Davie County Will “Never Forget”

A Community Prayer Breakfast and Patriotic Picnic at WinMock at Kinderton will allow Davie County and the surrounding areas to remember 9-11, and honor those who currently serve as our local communities’ “first responders”. As the anniversary of September 11th approaches, citizens all over the United States will take time to remember the pain and loss of innocent loved ones on that fateful day. But we will also recall the extraordinary sacrifice and bravery of the rescuers and first responders, and we will be grateful for a country where we continue to be free to gather as a community and […]
August 26, 2013

Chamber’s Pro Scramble Golf Tournament September 9th at Oak Valley

The Davie County Chamber of Commerce will host its 16th annual Pro Scramble Golf Tournament Monday, September 9th at Oak Valley Golf Club.  Professional golfers serve as captains of the teams consisting of five amateur players.  A shotgun start at noon gets the day started with a post-tournament cookout and awards ceremony to celebrate the winning teams. The tournament is the Chamber’s key annual fundraiser and proceeds are designated for furthering the Chamber’s mission to develop business initiatives and support economic development and community projects throughout the year. “The tournament is an excellent platform for our thriving business community and […]
August 22, 2013

DCCC Names Conference Center in Honor of Dr. Mary Rittling during Back to School Celebration

The DCCC community and special guests gathered on Wednesday to celebrate the start of a new school year and to name the college’s Conference Center for DCCC’s third president, Dr. Mary E. Rittling. The surprise announcement provided a more formal name for the building that was erected under Rittling’s leadership in 2009. Wednesday’s festivities were among the many poignant events that have taken place this year to mark DCCC’s 50th Anniversary. “It’s my greatest honor to announce that our Conference Center, a building that has become a hallmark of DCCC’s community spirit, shall from this day forward reflect the tireless […]
August 12, 2013

Jobs, Jobs, Jobs ~ Dozens of Openings

Dozens of full time and part time job openings in and around Davie County have been posted this week to the Davie County Jobs listing. New Job Openings Posted Daily Here is a sampling of opening posted this week:  science teacher at South Davie Middle School, assistant golf professional at Tanglewood, materials planner/buyer at Ingersoll Rand, machine maintenance supervisor ar Ashley Furniture, forestry technician, CDL truck driver, Licensed Practical Nurse, customer service,  and many more. You can help… Hit the “Like” button above and help connect job seekers with local employers while helping local businesses find local talent. About Davie […]
August 7, 2013

Grand Auction this Saturday ~ “Shabby Chic”!

Your Chance to Own a Genuine Object d’Art Masterpiece The Shabby Chic (pronounced; “sheek”) auction from 6:00 to 8:00 PM this Saturday at the Brock Performing Arts Center is your chance to pick up some “Shabby Chic”  décor and furnishings at the Shabby Chic Auction. Artists, craftsmen and designers from across Davie County spent the spring discovering their inner artist, letting their creative juices flow and transforming everyday items into objects d’art.  You won’t believe it ’til you’ve seen it. Beyond Reason ~ Juried Art Exhibit and Reception In conjunction with the Shabby Chic Auction from 6:00 – 8:00 PM, Davie […]
August 5, 2013

Classic Cars “Cruise-In” ~ Tonight in Historic Downtown Mocksville

Visit the beautiful and historic square in downtown Mocksville this evening for a classic car “Cruise-In” presented by the Piedmont Classic C.A.R.S. Club. The cruise-in draws participants from the surrounding areas stretching from the Virginia border to the Sandhills ~ West from Wilkes County and East to Alamance and Wake Counties.   If the weather is kind, the cruise-in will draw as many as 250 cars. A Symphony of Sights and Sounds For three hours on a warm, Monday evening, the town square is transformed into a colorful, busy symphony of sight and sounds. The cruise-ins also provide car owners the opportunity […]
July 31, 2013

Mobile Manufacturing Lab at the Intersection of Education and Industry

Custom Trailer Delivering Advanced Manufacturing Skills DCCC, the Community College of Davidson and Davie Counties has unveiled its latest investment in advanced manufacturing: a mobile manufacturing lab that will bring advanced manufacturing skills training directly to local manufacturers. The DCCC mobile manufacturing lab which was unveiled this week at the Davie Campus of DCCC will expand the advanced manufacturing workforce by bringing advanced manufacturing training directly to manufacturing facilities, allowing manufacturers to provide training to more workers. Trailers of the East Coast, Mocksville, NC, worked with DCCC and customized a 44 foot, steel frame Quest trailer from ATC for the […]
July 30, 2013

Pro Bike Race ~NASCAR on 2 Wheels!

FREE EVENT Tuesday, July 30th On Tuesday, July, 30th, professional cyclists from around the world will fill the streets of Mocksville with color, excitement, and speed, as they battle each other for position at speeds in excess of 40 miles per hour. Professional athletes are once again bringing the excitement of world class competition to the streets of historic downtown Mocksville for the Giordana Crossroads Classic Professional Bike Race presented by Charlotte Sports Cycling. NASCAR on 2 Wheels! Watch 100 plus cyclists attempt 90 degree turns elbow to elbow at over 40 miles per hour on a road course arranged […]