August 22, 2022
COGNITION Davie celebrated it’s first full year with a ribbon-cutting ceremony hosted by the Davie County Chamber of Commerce

COGNITION Celebrates Year of Learning and Exploration with Ribbon-Cutting Ceremony

COGNITION Davie celebrated its first full year of fostering childhood learning and exploration with a ribbon-cutting ceremony hosted by the Davie County Chamber of Commerce.  “We are always excited about COGNITION,” said Mocksville Mayor Will Marklin.“We know this is something that has been in the works for years. COVID put the brakes on it for a little while, but now we are glad to see it have new life. COGNITION is a wonderful asset for the town and we are thankful to all those who helped make it happen.” Located at 119 N. Salisbury Street, COGNITION Davie is a community-driven, […]
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 […]
April 11, 2022

Share your ideas for a new walking and biking connection from South Davie Middle School to Davie County Community Park.

Bikeable and walkable communities bring new business and economic life to cities, towns, and communities. Recognizing the potential, Davie County is planning a new walking and biking connection from South Davie Middle School to Davie County Community Park and they want your input.  “This is an exciting first step towards future green development between all of our municipalities and the county,” said Paul Moore, director of Davie County Recreation and Parks, envisioning a series of trails that could one day crisscross and connect all parts of the county. “A pedestrian walkway connecting Mocksville to the new Davie County Community Park […]
October 19, 2021

Halloween Happenings in Davie County Begin This Week!

Why limit the ghoulish good times to only one day? Davie County has 10 days of spooktacular Halloween activities for all ages beginning Thursday, October 21st through Sunday, October 31st!  Halloween Bookmarks – Thursday, October 21st  Make a foldable Halloween-themed bookmark at the Davie County Public Library on Thursday, October 21, from 5 – 6 p.m. Choose between a pumpkin, bat, or ghost. All supplies will be provided. Registration required. The library is located at 371 North Main Street, Mocksville. For more information, please email ahutchens@daviecountync.gov.  Teen Movie Night – Back to the Future: Part 1 – Thursday, October 21st  […]
August 19, 2021

Free Saturday Night Movie in the Park – Abominable

Bring your family & friends to Downtown Mocksville for a free outdoor showing of Abominable  on Saturday, August 21st. The movie will begin at 8:30 p.m. at Main Street Park.   After discovering a Yeti on the roof of her apartment building, teenage Yi and her two friends embark on an epic quest to reunite the magical creature with his family. But to do so, they must stay one step ahead of a wealthy financier and a determined zoologist who want to capture the beast for their own gain. PG — 97 minutes. Abominable is the final movie that the Town […]
July 6, 2021

FREE Concert on the Mocksville Square Saturday, July 10 – Moxie

Following the awesome kickoff by The Usual Suspects, Moxie comes to the Mocksville Square on July 10 from 7-10 p.m., bringing a variety of pop, soul, R&B, and funk music from all eras! ​Moxie is based out of the Winston-Salem area, and is ready to play some high-energy music for Mocksville that is sure to have you out of your seat! Click here to take a listen!  From the Moxie webpage, “If you like artists like Aretha Franklin, Gladys Knight, Stevie Wonder, and Tina Turner, then Moxie is the band for you. Our playlist is packed with songs that people […]
March 14, 2020
Important notice about coronavirus from Town of Mocksville

Town of Mocksville Important Notice Regarding Public Meetings

Important Bulletin from the Town of Mocksville: March 14, 2020 PUBLIC NOTICE  To:      Town of Mocksville Residents From: Mocksville Mayor and Board of Commissioners Re:      Precautionary Measures for the Coronavirus (COVID-19) As many of you are aware, the President has declared a National State of Emergency and the Governor has declared a State of Emergency for North Carolina due to the Coronavirus (COVID-19). The Town of Mocksville is working closely with the State and Davie County to provide a comprehensive message for preemptive measures to mitigate the spread of the virus. Included with this notice is […]
January 13, 2020
Pianist to the Presidents David Osborne and his Steinway piano

David Osborne Trio Returns to Davie County

David Osborne Trio –“Pianist to the Presidents” at Brock Performing Arts Center on Saturday, January 25th Tickets Available Now! Music enthusiasts are in for a rare treat when David Osborne, “Pianist to the Presidents,” takes the stage at the Brock Performing Arts Center on Saturday, January 25th at 7:30 pm. His blend of romantic, classical, jazz, pop, inspirational, patriotic, and Broadway show tunes is guaranteed to wow music lovers of all ages. Making their third appearance at the Brock due to requests from its patrons, the Davie Arts Council looks forward to welcoming the David Osborne Trio back to Davie […]
March 22, 2012

Unemployment Figures Released

The unemployment rate increased in 95 of North Carolina’s 100 counties for January 2012 while Davie County’s unemployment rate decreased from 10.4% to 10.3%. Over the last twelve months, unemployment rates increased in 58 counties, decreased in 35 counties and remained the same in seven counties.  Davie County’s unemployment rate decreased. The state-wide unadjusted unemployment rate was 10.5 percent in January 2012. Seasonal factors contributed to an increase in county unemployment rates across North Carolina in January.  “Seasonal losses in retail as well as the leisure and hospitality sector contributed to gains in the unemployment rates,” said N.C. Department of […]