Like I am going to rate the DCSO anything less than 5 star, LOL. Please note I was not wearing…read morehandcuffs and arrived under my own power. All kidding aside my experience was fantastic. I arrived to conduct general business and the ladies at the front window were very pleasant and efficient. The building is on the newer side and was well overdue for the Sheriff's Dept. the place was spotless and neat.

Visited the Davidson County Sheriff's office Monday to submit my concealed carry application, which…read morewas easy and efficient. The positive experience actually started the Friday before when I called ahead to make an appointment (which is mandatory). Surprisingly, they had a slot available for Monday afternoon, which I gladly took. The lady on the phone very kindly walked me through the process, explained everything I would need (including where to find the paperwork online in advance), and gave me directions (their new address apparently leads some GPS users to an open field). I arrived about 10 minutes early Monday, but the receptionist immediately took my paperwork and money ($90 cash, ATM across the street at the gas station), and told me to have a seat until they were ready to take my fingerprints. I was in the Sheriff's office for maybe 15 minutes total. Maybe. The lobby area, which is where I stayed except to do fingerprints was super clean and inviting with comfy places to sit. The different areas (reception, patrol, detectives) are very clearly marked overhead, which is very helpful for dummies like me! My only minor gripe is that there isn't a public restroom in the lobby and I very badly needed to get rid of a Red Bull. Oh well, as I said the process was very quick and I was out of there in no time. Thanks everyone!

I was here for the Malpass Brothers bluegrass festival, and it's a really nice place! The old…read morefashioned town is really cool, and when it gets really hot out, there's plenty of air-conditioned places.

Great event venue. Throughout the year they have various different events. Something for everyone.read more

Very little information on this sign, so you have to go online to get more…read more It reads, "Governor, 1865-1868. State Treasurer, 1862-1865. Home stood one block south." The Civil War was 1861-1865 so his service is particularly noteworthy. "Jonathan Worth frequently disagreed with the Confederate administration but, despite his hatred of war, never became associated with peace movements. He supported the Conservative Party in 1862 and was elected state treasurer on December 3. At the close of the war he was asked by Governor William W. Holden to continue in that office as part of the provisional government. He resigned on November 15, 1865, to run against Holden for governor in the general election called by the convention that met earlier in the year. A combination of Worth's popularity and Holden's lack of it led to Worth's victory by nearly 6,000 votes." "The new governor faced major obstacles: quarreling factions within the state that needed to be reconciled; a president in Washington whose skepticism of North Carolina's sincerity had to be assuaged; and a hostile Congress demanding satisfaction from increasingly stringent rules and regulations. Worth enjoyed moderate success in the first two, but the last proved intractable. He had barely taken the oath of office for his second term when Congress passed the first of the Reconstruction Acts that imposed military rule upon the South." A man of principle who served North Carolina well. [Review 13934 overall, 1256 of 2020, number 2577 in North Carolina.]

Located in "Uptown" Lexington on Main Street. The Civic Center is a vintage theatre that is…read moreintimate and has good acoustics. It is in overall good shape and clean. There is parking in the back and on the streets. We parked in a church parking lot after hours. Uptown Lexington is worth a visit in general.

We attended an event at The Smith Civic Center over the weekend to support a friend who has an art…read moreexhibit hanging in the lobby. If you've never been, the renovation that was done on this theater a few years ago brings an incredible art deco space to downtown Lexington. The interior is very well executed. There is a small bar/concession stand inside, and the staff is very friendly. Though we only attended an event in the lobby, we did like our head into the theater and it's a very beautiful space. They seem to host movies, plays and concerts in the theater. There is also a small ball room that can be rented for private parties. The Smith is definitely helping bring life back to Lexington, a great space for events and gatherings. If you get the chance, check this spot out

Even during these turbulent Covid times all the personnel at the city of Asheboro have been…read moreextremely responsive. Everyone from engineering to zoning and building inspections have worked extremely hard to keep the city functioning during the past year and a half. I have dealt with other officials outside of Asheboro and the difference was huge. Great job Asheboro !

This was my first time visiting the High Point Public Library. I went with my wife who had…read morerequested a hold on a book that was previously checked out, so when it came back, they let her know. I've driven by it many times, but was very impressed with this the interior just as much as the exterior. Staff were very friendly and welcoming, and the interior is well organized, and clean. They have a children's book section on the first floor and then many more books sorted by genre on the other floors. They have a computer lab, as well as what appears to be a rotating art gallery, and lots of information around about upcoming events at the library and in the community. In addition to books, you can also check out a very extensive collection of DVDs, also sorted by genre, as well as books on CD, and even puzzle exchanges!! Library cards are free, and as i mentioned, they are very welcoming to everyone.

We come here for the Wednesday children's program because it is top notch! The teacher they have is…read moreso engaging and thoughtful in all that she offers. Her presence is such a joy and you can tell she really loves children. Throughout the music and movement portion, along with story time, your child will be introduced to basic concepts such as ABC's, colors and numbers, arts and crafts, dancing, songs, foreign language and more. The consistency and repetition helps the child remember the songs so they can participate more easily. It's very hands on and thoughtfully planned. We have noticed a big growth in attendance over the last few months so it can be a bit overwhelming when the class has reached full capacity. I recommend getting there early, if you can, to ensure you have a spot. It's that popular!! I really wish Forsyth county library would model their story time after this, I feel like this should be the standard and as a result more children would be thriving. Having the exposure to a bilingual teacher who teaches Spanish in a fun way has been so appreciated. The children section of the library itself is separated and offers toys for the children to play with. It's organized in a way that makes it easy to find books and the staff is super friendly and accommodating. The only thing different in this county vs. Forsyth, is if you wanted something printed you will need to be prepared to pay, whereas in Forsyth county, your first 10 pages are free. Their sensory garden, which was opened within the last year, really fell short in my opinion as to what I was expecting. Sometimes it seems like people who design these things have no experience with what we are truly in need of or what's developmentally appropriate or helpful for engagement of the senses. It's a big flop, we visited it one time and that was enough. Doesn't help that there is no shade and it's next to a loud busy road. Not much or a garden experience either. Just hot pieces of metal and plastic to look at that feels more artistic than sensory. You'll see what I mean if you visit. Overall the classes are where it's at, not just for children but adults too! So come here for that if you want to participate in free offerings and meet like minded people in your community!

Adorable kids section! My kids LOVED it!…read more We moved to the area last year and have wanted to visit the library for so long. We were finally able to go and get our library cards and check it out. The kids section really shines here. They have made cozy and fun spots for kids to come and read, learn, and explore. They have sweet activities to keep them engaged, like a book hunt and a prize at the end. I'm hoping to make this a weekly outing on the weekends for my girls. The adult portion is not as impressive but they still have a decent showcase of different books. I didn't have too much time to look around, but got a few for myself. I'm so glad we have a library so focused on children close to our home. If you have kids and live in or near Randleman, you should check it out.

Really a hidden gem in Randleman. I didn't realize we even had this library until 1.5 years of…read moreliving there. I wish they could somehow market its existence a bit better. I did have some trouble finding it (in the parking lot behind Randleman Recycling Center - same street as Richard Petty Museum,) but when I did, what a fantastic place! Very friendly staff and a great selection of books for what it's worth. I wasn't expecting such a vast selection. No, it's no Greensboro Library, but they have lots of computers set up with their catalog system for easy finding. The area is clean and books are organized accurately. Very child friendly, as well. Highly recommended for the readers in Randleman!

On a Friday evening just before sunset I found myself walking down an unlit path and it probably…read morewasn't the ideal time to be wandering around a very quiet corner of High Point but it suited me just fine. The path turns parallel to the road and for a moment, you wonder if you've taken a wrong turn but then she appears ahead of you, big and wooden and wonderfully strange. The whole place feels like maybe it used to be a part of a warehouse or a factory before nature started reclaiming the edges. It's a little eerie and a little beautiful and the fading light actually made the visit feel more memorable. Little Sally isn't little at all and she's hand crafted from recycled and reclaimed wood with a kind of personality that makes you stop and look at how each piece fits together. The setting adds to it because it's not polished or curated, it's tucked away and slightly wild, which makes finding her feel like discovering something secret. This is my second troll after Big Pete With the Big Feet in Charlotte and seeing Sally felt like continuing a small personal quest to track down these creations. I liked the quiet, the oddness of the location, and I liked that she's just sitting here waiting for whoever decides to wander down that path. [Review 1182 of 2026 - 4831 in North Carolina - 26361 overall]

What a cool art installation in such an unassuming part of High Point, near downtown. "Little…read moreSally" is the name of the giant wooden troll sculpture in High Point. It's one of many trolls around the world made out of recycled materials by Danish artist Thomas Dambo. High Point is lucky to have one of these, and it's fun and free to check out. My wife and I took my nieces to see Little Sally. A small line of families with children had built up to see and take pictures with the troll. The troll is hidden from street view, inside a small wooded area, so there's a fun "discovery" aspect to it. We parked in the large unpaved lot at the corner of W Green Dr and W Grimes Ave. Other folks parked closer, across the street in the parking lot of 711 W Grimes Ave. At the time of writing this, the building there appears to be vacant, as does the building in the same block as Little Sally. I'm pretty sure this part of town has seen better days. This project is what you call low-cost urban revitalization. Go to trollmap.com to see a map of all the trolls. There are several in North Carolina, mostly in Raleigh (Dix Park has five). Little Sally was unveiled in 2025. Dambo's first troll was "Hector the Protector," installed in Puerto Rico in 2014.