April 10, 2024
The Town of Mocksville, a proud member of the Tree City USA program for 31 years, is gearing up to celebrate Arbor Day 2024 on Friday, April 19th. You are invited to join them at 10 a.m. at Rich Park Shelter 5, 352 Park Drive, Mocksville, where they will be planting a tree to mark this achievement. During the celebration, Mayor Will Marklin will read the Arbor Day proclamation, a powerful reminder of the town’s commitment to tree planting and preservation. Ranger James Bentley from the North Carolina Forest Service will present the prestigious Tree City USA 2023 Award, recognizing […]
April 8, 2024
Sharon* and her teenage daughter were in a neighboring shelter before entering the Family Promise of Davie County program. Since the teenage daughter was 16, she was considered an adult and not allowed to stay with her mom. They sought Family Promise’s services because they wanted to stay together during this crisis. All too often, families are separated due to a child’s age or gender. But not at Family Promise—they keep family units together. Sharon grappled with severe health challenges, which had been sidelined during the upheaval of losing their housing. While in the Family Promise program, Sharon received dedicated […]
April 8, 2024
Do you have old pesticides taking up space in your barn, garage, or storage shed?Dispose of Pesticides Safely through the Davie County/NC Cooperative Extension Center In an effort to promote environmental stewardship and protect public health, the Davie County Cooperative Extension Center is hosting a free Pesticide Disposal event on May 1, 2024, from 10 am to 2 pm at the Davie County Center located at 642 Wilkesboro Street in Mocksville. Improper disposal of pesticides can have detrimental effects on the environment and human health. By participating in this event, residents can ensure that these hazardous materials are handled and […]
April 2, 2024
The Town of Mocksville is hosting its annual Spring Clean-up Day for residents within the town limits on Saturday, April 6th, from 8 a.m. – noon at Rich Park. Please read the following list of items that will be accepted: These items will not be accepted: Please note: This event is only for residents within the town limits of Mocksville who pay town taxes.
March 28, 2024
The Davie County Chamber of Commerce presented its 54th Annual Meeting on Friday, March 22nd, at WinMock in Bermuda Run. The meeting was a sold-out event with 220 community and business leaders in attendance to hear about the state of the region, learn about leading by your values, and honor the recipients of the Chamber’s signature awards: E.C. Tatum Humanitarian Award, Business of the Year, and Chamber Ambassador of the Year. Bermuda Run Mayor Mike Brannon welcomed attendees to Bermuda Run. Chamber Chairwoman Allison Carr opened the meeting on behalf of Chamber President Caroline Moser, who is on maternity leave, […]
March 27, 2024
In 1972, Phil Fuller set out to start his own business, embarking on a lifelong journey in localmanufacturing. At just 19 years old, his determination and passion for welding helped him lay the foundation for what would become Fuller Welding and Fabricators, Inc. (Fuller Welding) in Mocksville. Today, over five decades later, Fuller Welding stands as a testament to his commitment to bothcraftsmanship and the community. “I went through the Forsyth Technical Community College welding program in 1971. I started this business because I was interested in the welding profession, and now, it’s turned into so much more than that.” […]
March 19, 2024
Davie County, NC – Davie County Recreation and Parks is preparing a grant application to the North Carolina Parks and Recreation Trust Fund (PARTF) in conjunction with McGill Associates, P.A. The PARTF application is specific to Lake Louse Park acquisition and development. Lake Louise Park (also known at The Park at Lake Louise) is a 2+/- acres privately owned parcel/park which has historically served the community and currently contains: a playground, picnic shelter, restroom and walking trail. These public meetings are an excellent opportunity for residents to understand the current history of the park and provide critical feedback on the […]
March 18, 2024
Hop on down and enjoy the fun! These exciting Easter activities in Davie County will put a little spring in your child’s steps! Easter Peeps Book Scene Diorama Contest – Now until March 28th Join the Davie County Public Library for its FIRST-EVER peeps book scene diorama contest! Grab a shoebox and a set of Peeps from the circulation staff or from home and recreate a scene from a family-friendly book. All characters in your scene should be made using Peeps. (free shoeboxes and peeps can be provided by the circulation staff!) Dioramas with attached entry forms may be dropped […]
March 12, 2024
If you want to experience a touch o’ the Irish this St. Patrick’s Day, Mocksville is the place to be! O’Callahan’s Publick House, a family-owned Irish pub and eatery, is celebrating all week with food and drink specials, Irish breakfasts, live music, and bagpipers. Old Irish charm and extensive menus are a focal point of O’Callahan’s Publick House. Be sure to check out all of the Irish favorites like corned beef and cabbage, bangers and mash, scotch eggs, Rueben egg rolls, and fish and chips. There’s plenty to drink, too! The restaurant offers a wide selection of red and white […]
March 7, 2024
In the bustling world of the automotive industry, where trust can be scarce and customer loyalty hard-won, Flow Automotive Companies (Flow) stands out above the crowd as more than just another dealership. Flow’s approach to doing business shines as a beacon of integrity, employee empowerment, and community involvement. In a recent interview with Annie Carper, Flow’s director of team member experience, and Dixon Douglas, director of partnerships and customer loyalty, Flow’s principles shine as they discussed Flow’s commitment to employees and the local communities where they do business. It Takes a Team Flow focuses on ensuring that employees thrive in […]