Davidson News
Davidson Parks & Recreation announces fall programs
Aug. 28. Programs through the Davidson Parks & Recreation Department are open for registration. There are activities for children, as well as opportunities for adults with an emphasis on enhancing physical, mental, financial, and social wellness. In light of continuing COVID-19 restrictions, the department has expanded its offerings to help students and families navigating remote […]
Davidson is accepting applications for nonprofit grant requests
Aug. 19. The Town of Davidson is now accepting applications from nonprofits who serve the Davidson community for grant funding for the 2020-21 fiscal year. Please go to www.townofdavidson.org/nonprofitfunding for information and to apply. The application deadline is September 11. Below are the program grant guidelines: – Nonprofit agencies must serve the Davidson community and meet a public […]
Study Pals
The Davidson Parks & Recreation Department will be offering small supervised study groups to support children with the new remote learning school format. Your child will need to bring a laptop computer or iPad to access their schools’ remote learning curriculum and a nut-free snack. We provide supervised care, outdoor breaks, free Wi-Fi, limited technical […]
Mecklenburg accounts for 11% of new COVID-19 cases, down from prior reports
Aug. 19. By Dave Yochum. The NC Dept. of Health & Human Services today reported 1,153 new cases of COVID-19 statewide. That’s down from the median number of daily new cases during the past week, which was 1,248 new cases, as well as the median number over the past month, which was 1,535. The median […]
Apply to serve on a Davidson advisory board starting Sept. 1
Aug. 19. Davidson currently has four citizen advisory boards: Design Review Board/Historic Preservation Commission, Livability Board, Planning Board, and Davidson Public Art Commission. A new board, the Affordable Housing & Equity Board, will begin in January 2021. Based on recommendations from town staff and the nominating committee, the Town Board agreed to allow applicants to […]
Davidson College campus open to public with limitations
Aug. 17: Davidson College, which is offering a blend of in-person and virtual instruction for students this year, continues to welcome its neighbors to walk on campus, asking that visitors follow safety guidelines of wearing face masks and social distancing. Face coverings are not required while walking outside in the Town of Davidson, but they […]
CMS will announce work-out scheds within the week
Aug. 14. After the NC High School Athletic Association (NCHSAA) announced significant changes to sports schedules for the 2020-2021 school year, Charlotte-Mecklenburg Schools says it will share its workout schedule for student-athletes and staff within the next week. Issues to resolve include how many athletes and staff can gather at one time both outside and […]
ReadDavidson Opens Book Nominations for 2021 Selection
Aug. 13. ReadDavidson—a town-wide reading initiative begun in 2007 with the participation of avid readers, Main Street Books and the Davidson Public Library—is asking the Davidson community for book title nominations for its 2021 season. For the first time, ReadDavidson will also be suggesting a picture book for children so that the entire family can […]
Camp EDvantage needs volunteers for remote learning pods
Aug. 11. By Dave Vieser. The Make an Impact Foundation is fast-tracking a new program that can provide a safe place for as many as 200 children for online learning amidst the COVID-19 pandemic and school shut-downs. Camp EDvantage is free. Depending upon donations, Make an Impact also hopes to provide lunch and snacks. Make […]
Christmas Parade on hold for now
Aug. 10. The 38th Annual North Mecklenburg Christmas Parade is currently on hold. Organizers promise another update on Sept. 1 with new information. From the organizers: “The health and safety of our community is our top priority, and due to the uncertainly surrounding COVID-19, we have decided to hold off on making any decisions regarding […]
