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A Legacy of Dedication: Tami Langdon’s Retirement and Impact on Mocksville

2023-09-12T12:52:33-04:00

Community Development Coordinator Tami Langdon (middle) catches up with Officer Karen Austin and Joy Underwood, owner of SouthernMood. A Quarter Century of Service One of Mocksville’s greatest cheerleaders is retiring. Tami Langdon has been a fixture in downtown Mocksville for more than 25 years as a volunteer, business owner, and finally as the Town’s community development coordinator. On October 1st, she will relinquish that job and resume her role as a resident.  But that doesn’t mean she is ready to sit back and relax. When asked what she will do in retirement, she enthusiastically replied with a list.  “I’m going to [...]

A Legacy of Dedication: Tami Langdon’s Retirement and Impact on Mocksville2023-09-12T12:52:33-04:00

Mocksville Tourism Development Authority Announces 14 Grants for 2023

2023-08-01T11:11:01-04:00

Every year, Downtown Mocksville hosts a wealth of concerts, outdoor movies, festivals, and special events.  But did you know that the Mocksville Tourism Development Authority (MTDA) also welcomes grant proposals from both non-profit and for-profit organizations for special projects and events that are designed to attract visitors to Downtown Mocksville?  “If your event encourages folks to come to Downtown and Davie County, share your idea and see if we can assist with some financial support. We want more visitors as well as our local citizens to enjoy this Town and all we have to offer,” said Mocksville Community Development Director Tami [...]

Mocksville Tourism Development Authority Announces 14 Grants for 20232023-08-01T11:11:01-04:00

Businesses Around Wilkesboro Street Roundabout Still Open 

2023-07-25T16:19:29-04:00

The businesses around the Wilkesboro Street roundabout construction zone want everyone to know that they are open and accessible.  “We are here to support the businesses affected by the roundabout construction as best as we can,” said the Town of Mocksville. “We encourage individuals to dine in or take out, share their Facebook pages, and look for updates that these businesses are sharing. Let's help these businesses maneuver through this DOT project completion.”   The maps below, issued by the North Carolina Department of Transportation (DOT), show the construction zone and how to reach each business.  Road closures at the intersection [...]

Businesses Around Wilkesboro Street Roundabout Still Open 2023-07-25T16:19:29-04:00

Davie County Named All-America City 

2023-06-12T17:37:03-04:00

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.   Team Davie County is named All-America City. The Award recognizes the work of communities in using inclusive civic engagement to [...]

Davie County Named All-America City 2023-06-12T17:37:03-04:00

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

2023-06-06T10:52:44-04:00

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.” The [...]

Denver Bound! Davie’s All-America City Awards Team Competes This Saturday!2023-06-06T10:52:44-04:00

Mocksville Fire Department Recognized by North Carolina League of Municipalities

2023-06-01T12:04:00-04:00

TJ Deluca, fire department risk management consultant for the North Carolina League of Municipalities, recognizes the Mocksville Fire Department for completing its  NC Fire Department Risk Assessment Program.  Deluca presented a plaque to Fire Chief Frank Carter and Human Resources Specialist Emily Quance during the Mocksville Town Board’s May meeting.   The Town of Mocksville prioritizes the well-being of its residents and actively seeks ways to ensure their health and safety. Recently, the Mocksville Fire Department achieved recognition from the North Carolina League of Municipalities for successfully completing the NC Fire Department Risk Assessment Program.  The program assists fire chiefs and towns [...]

Mocksville Fire Department Recognized by North Carolina League of Municipalities2023-06-01T12:04:00-04:00

All-America City Award Application Highlights What Makes Davie County Special – Part V

2023-05-31T09:48:29-04:00

Everyone who lives in Davie County knows what a special place it is.  Soon other communities around the country will know it as well. Last month, the National Civic League selected Davie County as a finalist for this year’s All-America City Award. We will now compete against 19 other communities in Denver, Colorado, June 9-11, 2023.   This year’s theme is “Creating Thriving Communities through Youth Engagement.” The 2023 award seeks to identify communities that are breaking down barriers to meaningful youth participation and enacting programs that will improve the quality of life for youth and, by extension, all members of the [...]

All-America City Award Application Highlights What Makes Davie County Special – Part V2023-05-31T09:48:29-04:00

All-America City Award Application Highlights What Makes Davie County Special – Part IV

2023-05-23T11:31:46-04:00

Everyone who lives in Davie County knows what a special place it is.  Soon other communities around the country will know it as well. Last month, the National Civic League selected Davie County as a finalist for this year’s All-America City Award. We will now compete against 19 other communities in Denver, Colorado, June 9-11, 2023.   This year’s theme is “Creating Thriving Communities through Youth Engagement.” The 2023 award seeks to identify communities that are breaking down barriers to meaningful youth participation and enacting programs that will improve the quality of life for youth and, by extension, all members of the [...]

All-America City Award Application Highlights What Makes Davie County Special – Part IV2023-05-23T11:31:46-04:00

All-America City Award Application Highlights What Makes Davie County Special – Part III

2023-05-17T08:05:21-04:00

Everyone who lives in Davie County knows what a special place it is. Soon other communities around the country will know it as well. Last month, the National Civic League selected Davie County as a finalist for this year’s All-America City Award. We will now compete against 19 other communities in Denver, Colorado, June 9-11, 2023. This year’s theme is “Creating Thriving Communities through Youth Engagement.” The 2023 award seeks to identify communities that are breaking down barriers to meaningful youth participation and enacting programs that will improve the quality of life for youth and, by extension, all members of the [...]

All-America City Award Application Highlights What Makes Davie County Special – Part III2023-05-17T08:05:21-04:00

All-America City Award Application Highlights What Makes Davie County Special – Part II

2023-05-10T10:00:19-04:00

Everyone who lives in Davie County knows what a special place it is.  Soon other communities around the country will know it as well. Last month, the National Civic League selected Davie County as a finalist for this year’s All-America City Award. We will now compete against 19 other communities in Denver, Colorado, June 9-11, 2023.   This year’s theme is “Creating Thriving Communities through Youth Engagement.” The 2023 award seeks to identify communities that are breaking down barriers to meaningful youth participation and enacting programs that will improve the quality of life for youth and, by extension, all members of the [...]

All-America City Award Application Highlights What Makes Davie County Special – Part II2023-05-10T10:00:19-04:00
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