Legacy on the Westside Davidson NC

08/30/2026

Mecklenburg County Government and the Town of Davidson are partnering to provide grant funding to qualifying homeowners to help address rising home costs as part of the Helping Out Mecklenburg's homeowners with Economic Support (HOMES) program.

Applicants who meet the criteria will be eligible for grant funds paid toward their tax bill. Mecklenburg County residents may receive a maximum of $650, with Town of Davidson residents eligible for an additional award of up to $554.

Funds will be paid to the Mecklenburg County Tax Collector, who will reduce the total amount of taxes due for qualifying recipients' primary residence.

To learn more about the HOMES program, view the comment below.

08/30/2026

08/21/2026

Curious what it really takes to think like an entrepreneur? The Hurt Hub is hosting a four week book club style series exploring the entrepreneurial mindset, Wednesdays from 6:30 to 8:00pm, August 26 through September 16.

Led by entrepreneurship educator Cherese Spand, we will dig into Who Owns the Ice House? 8 Life Lessons from an Unlikely Entrepreneur together, with local entrepreneurs joining us along the way to share their own stories. On the final night, a Mecklenburg Economic Development representative will walk us through the basics of starting a business.

Dinner and a free copy of the book are included every week. Whether you are sitting on a business idea or just want to build a more opportunity seeking mindset, this series is for you.

Powered by the Amplify Davidson Initiative. Link in comments to register.

07/12/2026

FINAL UPDATE - Sunday, July 12, 2026 at 2:00 p.m. - Concord Road has reopened in both directions.

Please be advised that Concord Road is closed between Pine Road and Crescent Drive due to lengthy repairs of a contained gas leak in the area. Detours are in place, please plan travel accordingly.

07/09/2026

A mix of new talent and old-school nostalgia makes Davidson, a not-so-sleepy North Carolina college town, ideal for summer fun. Keep reading for ideas on how to spend the perfect summer weekend in Davidson, North Carolina.

07/08/2026

Town of Davidson and Mecklenburg County Government Public Health Confirm Report of Rabid Fox **PLEASE SHARE**

Please be advised that a fox near Mayes Road tested positive for rabies. There were two confirmed human exposures and one confirmed pet exposure. The pet was up to date on its vaccinations. Residents in the immediate area who are signed up to receive alerts via the CharMeck Alert system were notified via phone last night.

Here's a little rabies 101:
Never approach, touch, or feed a wild animal, even if you think it's friendly or needs medical attention.

Please talk to your children about the importance of not touching wildlife.

Let them know that if they do touch or interact with wildlife to tell an adult.

It's important to stress they will not get in trouble! If children think they'll get in trouble, they might be too scared to tell someone about potential exposure. 

How do I protect my pets?
Make sure pets are up to date on their rabies vaccinations.

Don’t leave unvaccinated puppies and kittens outdoors unsupervised.

Report stray animals and wild animals that are acting sick or abnormal to Animal Care and Control at 311.

If you think you or your pet was bitten by a fox, contact Mecklenburg County Public Health.

07/06/2026

The Town of Davidson is pleased to announce the promotion of Davidson Police Chief Philip Geiger to the role of Assistant Town Manager & Police Chief. Geiger has served with the Davidson Police Department for 15 years and has led the department as Police Chief since May 2025. In addition to his public service experience, he brings significant private-sector management expertise to this expanded leadership role.

As Assistant Town Manager & Police Chief, Geiger will serve as a key member of the Management Team and assist the Town Manager in the administration and coordination of municipal operations. The position provides strategic leadership, operational oversight, policy implementation, organizational management, and executive-level support to the Town Manager and Board of Commissioners. 

Town Manager Austin Nantz said “Phil’s promotion reflects both his outstanding qualifications and the Town’s commitment to thoughtful succession planning. He has a strong understanding of our organization, the community, and the day-to-day realities of municipal operations. As he steps into this expanded leadership role, we are also fortunate to have a strong Police Department leadership team in place to ensure continuity, stability, and excellent service to the public.”

With Geiger’s transition into this expanded role, day-to-day operational oversight of the Davidson Police Department will shift to newly promoted Deputy Police Chief Jay Stokes. This leadership transition reflects the Town’s ongoing commitment to succession planning, continuity of operations, and organizational stability, while ensuring strong executive leadership across both the Police Department and the broader organization.

A resident of Davidson for the past 20 years, Geiger has built a distinguished law enforcement career that includes service in patrol operations, investigations, the FBI Cyber Crimes Task Force, and command staff leadership. He is a graduate of Ohio University, holds North Carolina Advanced Law Enforcement Certification, completed the FBINAA Leadership Program, and is a graduate of the UNC School of Government Municipal and County Administration Program.

07/06/2026

Davidson College

Davidson College announces a simplified pricing structure starting fall 2027. U.S. families making $85,000 or less receive a full scholarship for tuition, housing and meals. Families with income between $85k–$175k attend tuition-free, expanding Davidson's historic commitment to loan-free, need-bli...