More than two dozen years after William Mark Alley disappeared, investigators from multiple law enforcement agencies spent three days searching for new clues in the longtime Davidson County cold case. Read about the search in The Dispatch. tinyurl.com/48wcv4sk – at Lexington, NC

Derius Kelly had his eyes and heart set on one day leading the Lexington Senior High boys' basketball program. He just had no idea it would be this season. tinyurl.com/44suc5th

From Halloween celebrations and haunted attractions to live music and a community time capsule ceremony, Davidson County offers a variety of events for residents and visitors this weekend. Check out these five things to do. tinyurl.com/mwp5aytx

Classic cars, holiday giving and a familiar NASCAR name will come together in November as Holly Hill Cares Annual Fill the Flatbed Toy Drive, Food Drive and Car Show returns to East Davidson High School. tinyurl.com/3kpu9ey2

The Davidson County Board of Commissioners narrowly rejected Monday blocking the Davidson County ABC Board from increasing the amount of money it can set aside for future expansion. tinyurl.com/yd622jtm

A fire caused extensive damage to a house in a Thomasville neighborhood on Monday afternoon. tinyurl.com/32cb33m3 – at Thomasville, NC

Be Rooted Yoga & Wellness Collective received the Lexington Area Chamber of Commerce’s 2026 Small Business of the Year award last Tuesday during the annual Small Business Awards celebration. tinyurl.com/yf6xrt4s

The Davidson County Fleet Maintenance Department has received a 2026 Bronze Fleet Safety Award from the North American Fleet Management Association, recognizing the county’s commitment to vehicle and driver safety. tinyurl.com/yse5p9z8

From Halloween costume to center stage: Micah Pinnix brings Olaf to life in Lexington Youth Theatre's "Frozen." tinyurl.com/5t4u4vzf

After hours of debate and discussion, Davidson County commissioners approved new data center regulations Monday night and rejected a proposed four-month moratorium. tinyurl.com/4yk9pyzx

Video of racial slur on East Davidson High soccer team bus prompts investigation and discipline from Davidson County Schools. tinyurl.com/5cdsbhyv – at Thomasville, NC

A Davidson County man charged with second-degree murder in a 2023 crash that killed a 17-year-old motorcyclist is now the subject of an arrest order after failing to appear for his scheduled jury trial Monday in Davidson County Superior Court. bit.ly/4zfpmOS – at Lexington, NC

The Davidson County Sheriff’s Office issued a public notice Monday that several agencies have begun a search in an area near Beck’s Church Road in connection with an old, unsolved case. bit.ly/4zgInR8 – at Lexington, NC

A federal judge has dismissed a lawsuit filed against the Davidson County Sheriff's Office over the death of an inmate who choked on a milk carton while having a mental health crisis. bit.ly/4dX0p27 – at Lexington, NC

Motorists who travel in northern Davidson County will need to find an alternate route this week as a project gets underway to replace a failing storm drain culvert. bit.ly/4BtpOdJ – at Lexington, NC

A surprise proposal at Biltmore Estate has given Thomasville’s Carlie Hanner something joyful to celebrate amid her battle with juvenile Huntington’s disease. Now, as she checks off bucket-list dreams, she hopes to raise awareness about the rare disease. bit.ly/47H9317

While Lexington-style barbecue remained the star attraction, festivalgoers also enjoyed more than 200 vendors, six stages of live entertainment, special exhibits, children's activities and a variety of crowd-pleasing attractions throughout the day. bit.ly/3VTHcZ7

South End Market's new sandwich shop is already drawing crowds. From unique creations like Harry's Hawaiian Croissant to classic deli favorites, Lexington diners are lining up for a taste. 🥪 #LexingtonNC #ShopLocal #SouthEndMarket bit.ly/4svm5Zm

Here's What's Happening in Davidson County: Thomasville will celebrate America’s 250th anniversary with a time capsule burial ceremony, and a storage facility in Lexington has been sold. bit.ly/4yMmc4f

A national true crime podcast is spotlighting the 26-year-old disappearance of Mark Alley, bringing renewed attention to the still-unsolved Davidson County case. #DavidsonCounty #CrimeJunkie #ColdCase bit.ly/4zOHq2i