February 23, 2024

Atrium Health Wake Forest Baptist Davie Medical Center: Excellence in Patient Care and Community Partnerships 

Standing as a beacon of healthcare excellence, Atrium Health Wake Forest Baptist Davie Medical Center (Davie Medical Center) provides more than just routine medical care; its entire staff is committed to fostering a culture of compassion and excellence.  Davie Medical Center’s passion for patient care and community enrichment shines through every aspect of the medical center’s operations.  An Exceptional Culture Central to Davie Medical Center’s success is its exceptional team and culture. Lori Koethe, Davie Medical Center’s chief nursing officer and campus administrator, speaks passionately about the employees at the Davie campus. “I’ve been in healthcare for over 30 years, […]
November 10, 2023

Christmas is Coming to Davie County! Get Ready Now for These Fun-Filled Activities!

Christmas is fast approaching, and Davie County has a wealth of fabulous activities guaranteed to make your holiday a little more merry and bright! Mark your calendars now, because you won’t want to miss a thing! Race into the Holiday Season -“Twas the Night Before Bed Race” November 17 Mocksville will race into the holiday season Friday night, November 17th, as wacky, whimsical, and outrageous teams from local businesses and non-profits take part in the annual “Twas the Night Before” Bed Race. (Rain date November 18th) The festivities will begin with the lighting of the downtown businesses at dusk, followed […]
September 4, 2023

Bermuda Run Seeks Tourism Grant Proposals: Deadline September 30

Thrilling athletic competitions, exciting outdoor concerts, and charming holiday events make the vibrant community of Bermuda Run a delightful destination for everyone. To encourage continued growth, the Bermuda Run Tourism Development Authority (TDA) is seeking grant proposals from both non-profit and for-profit organizations aiming to organize special projects and events that draw visitors to the Town of Bermuda Run area and subsequently increase the economic impact on the community.  Previous grants include the artificial turf project at Truist Sports Park, marketing grants to WinMock to promote their wedding business, marketing grants to Hampton Inn Bermuda Run, and tournament grants to […]
August 25, 2023

A Life Well-Lived: An Interview with Jack Jerome

Jack Jerome is an incredible character who continues to leave a lasting impact on those he comes in contact with. Throughout his lifetime, he has held many titles, such as son, brother, chemist, husband, father, and volunteer. I had the pleasure of interviewing this Davie County treasure and one of his daughters, Martha, a few weeks shy of his 97th birthday!  Born in Pittsboro, NC, on August 19, 1926, Jack Jerome has lived the life of several men. After high school, he planned to study engineering at North Carolina State University. However, upon arrival at the university, he realized that […]
August 10, 2023

2 Free Concerts Saturday, August 12th – Mocksville & Town of Bermuda Run!

Twice the concerts, twice the good times! Davie County has two free concerts this Saturday night that are sure to thrill music lovers of all ages.  While downtown Mocksville will be jamming to Rock, Blues, and RnB, Bermuda Run will be dancing the night away to the best of Beach, Top 40, Classic Rock, and Country.  Mocksville’s Concerts on the Square Mocksville is gearing up for an exhilarating evening of music and entertainment as the popular band Usual Suspects takes over the quad from 7 -10 p.m. Downtown Mocksville will be the place to be, as music enthusiasts enjoy an […]
July 13, 2023

A Commitment to Connectivity – Bermuda Run’s Blue Heron Trail Now Open

After years of careful planning and preparation, Phase 1 of the much anticipated Blue Heron Trail in Bermuda Run is officially open! Local officials, Bermuda Run residents, and community members celebrated with a ribbon-cutting ceremony and a walk down the one-mile section of trail.  The opening of Phase 1, which follows Hwy. 158 from the roundabout to just past Royal Troon Lane, makes a right as the trail proceeds through the Kinderton Tunnel. The pedestrian path will eventually loop the Bahnson ponds at Kinderton and connect to the future Riverwalk Trail.  “The Blue Heron Trail is a commitment to our […]
June 16, 2023

Proud Community Welcomes All-America County Team Home

After winning All-America County status, Davie County’s tired but elated delegation returned home from Denver, Colorado, to a warm welcome from family, friends, and the community. Davie County is one of only ten communities across the country to receive this prestigious award from the National Civic League this year.  Touched by the turnout, the team expressed its appreciation for the welcome and the support. “It was heartwarming to see the surprise welcome as we approached the government center,” said Ken Gamble, Mocksville town manager. “I’ll never forget the looks of joy on the faces of our youth and adult team […]
June 12, 2023

Davie County Named All-America City 

Davie County, NC, has been named an All-America City by the National Civic League.  Davie County was one of 20 communities selected as finalists from across the country to compete for this prestigious award in Denver, Colorado.  The National Civic League’s All-America City Award has celebrated the best in American civic innovation since 1949. Although the award is called All-America City, it is actually a competitive forum of best practices open to cities, counties, tribes, and community organizations of all types.   The Award recognizes the work of communities in using inclusive civic engagement to address critical issues and create stronger […]
June 6, 2023

Denver Bound! Davie’s All-America City Awards Team Competes This Saturday!

After weeks of planning and preparation, Davie County’s team leaves for Denver early Thursday morning to compete against 19 other finalist communities for the honor of being named an All-America City.  The National Civic League’s All-America City Award has celebrated the best in American civic innovation since 1949. The award, bestowed yearly on ten communities (over 500 recipients in all), recognizes the work of communities in using inclusive civic engagement to address critical issues and create stronger connections among residents, businesses, nonprofits, and government leaders.  This year’s theme for the All-America City Award is “Creating Thriving Communities through Youth Engagement.” […]