Cooleemee Breaks Ground on New Community Center, Marking a Generational Investment
(L to R) Back – Kristine Williams, Davie Chamber; Front- Davie County Commission Chair Benita Finney, Cooleemee Mayor Jeff Smith, Senator Steve Jarvis, and Representative Julia Howard. Project to Bring Library, Programs, and Community Together in One Central...
Cooleemee to Break Ground on New Community Center and Library
The Town of Cooleemee will soon celebrate the beginning of a transformative project for the community. Construction on the town’s new Community Center — which will also house the Cooleemee branch of the Davie County Public Library — is set to begin March 16, 2026. To...
Don’t Forget to Vote
March 3rd is more than just a date on the calendar — it is an opportunity for every eligible citizen to make their voice heard. Voting is one of the most fundamental rights and responsibilities we share as Americans. It is how we shape the future of our communities,...
Former Cooleemee Mayor Lynn Rumley Passes Away
The Town of Cooleemee mourns the passing of former Mayor Lynn Rumley, who passed away on February 11, 2026. Lynn served as Mayor of Cooleemee from 2010 to 2015, providing thoughtful leadership and steadfast dedication to the community she loved. Prior to her time as...
Cooleemee Trash Pick Up
Republic Services is currently running on a one-day delay due to the recent winter storms. Cooleemee’s trash and recycling will be picked up on Saturday, February 7, 2026 They do expect to be back on our regular schedule next week.
Rescission of State Emergency Declaration
TOWN OF COOLEEMEE, NORTH CAROLINARESCISSION OF STATE OF EMERGENCY DECLARATIONJanuary 2026 – Winter Storm Fern WHEREAS, on January 24, 2026, the Mayor of the Town of Cooleemee declared a State of Emergency in response to Winter Storm Fern pursuant to Chapter 166A...
From the Town of Cooleemee
The Town of Cooleemee can confirm that former clerk Aaron Thies was indicted by the grand jury on or about January 6, 2026. The grand jury issued indictments for two class C felonies and one class F felony. The town continues to cooperate with the State Bureau of...
Winter Storm – A Message From Your Mayor
The winter storm that is coming for the weekend looks to be more of an ice than snow event, plus anything that falls will be with us for several days due to the cold temperatures that will be in place through Tuesday. I have talked with the county, the Cooleemee Fire...
Honoring Our Heroes: Volunteers Lay 163 Wreaths at Legion Memorial Park Cemetery
Vice President of Wreaths for Veterans Mike Satterfield lays wreaths at veterans’ graves with Winnie Mosher. On Saturday, December 13th, a large group of volunteers gathered with respectful hearts to place wreaths on the graves of all 163 veterans who have been...
Cooleemee Celebrates the Season with a Heartwarming Christmas Parade & Old-Time Holiday Tradition
A Festive Stroll Through the Heart of Town Cooleemee ushered in the holiday season with smiles, waves, and plenty of hometown pride as families lined the streets for the annual Christmas Parade on November 29th. From Cooleemee Elementary School to the historic Zachary...
Cooleemee Celebrates the Season with a Joyous Christmas Parade and Old-Time Christmas
The streets of Cooleemee will come alive with holiday spirit on Saturday, November 29, 2025, during the annual Cooleemee Christmas Parade and Old-Time Christmas Celebration! This beloved hometown tradition brings together friends, families, and neighbors to share in...
Faith Community Nurse Expands Health and Wellness Support in Cooleemee
Residents in Cooleemee and the surrounding area have a new faith-based resource for health, wellness, and community care. Kristi McCray, BSN, RN, now serves as a Faith Community Nurse (FCN) at The Bridge, located at 197 Main Street in Cooleemee. Through this ministry,...
ABC Store Dedication Honors Legacy of Grimes “Bimmy” Parker
The Grimes Parker family: (L to R) Lauren Brooks, Cameron Brooks, Parker Brooks, Greg Brooks, Blakely Brooks, Fran Parker, Alicia Johnson, Bodie Parker, Steven Parker, Dana Parker, Brooks Johnson with Catherine, Owen Parker, Crosby Parker. Not pictured are Drue...
Cooleemee Celebrates Back-to-School with Fun, Food, and Community Spirit
The Cooleemee Historical Association and Bridge Church team up to host a lively event featuring games, treats, school supplies, and a special introduction to new health ministry services. By KC Smith When the Cooleemee Historical Association joins with...
Cooleemee Welcomes New Fire Chief Velvet Hackett
A Decade of Dedication to Fire Service We have a new fire chief in town, and her name is Velvet Hackett.Hackett has been involved in the fire service for ten years in Davidson County. Four years ago, she joined the Cooleemee Fire Department and advanced to Captain;...
Serving Up Smiles and Pickleball Court Upgrades in Cooleemee
(L to R) Anapaula Iturralde from Ecuador, lives in Clemmons; Michelle Cameron, Cooleemee; Kienan Beasley, Mocksville; Tina Boughton from Colorado; Brian Boughton from Colorado; Cecil Cameron, Cooleemee While walking one morning, enjoying the cool crisp air, I decided...
Temporary Town Hall Hours
Cooleemee Town Hall Hours of Operation 8-25 9:00 – 1:008-26 9:00 – 1:008-27 9:00 – 1:008-28 9:00 – 1:008-29 9:00 – 1:00 9-1 Closed for Labor Day Holiday9-2 9:00 – 1:009-3 9:00 – 1:009-4 9:00 – 1:009-5 9:00 – 1:00 I can be reached when Town Hall is closed at: (336)...
Staffing and Town Hall Hours Update
We are pleased to announce we have hired Stacy Gilbert to the position of part-time Town Clerk. Stacy is from Cooleemee and is looking forward to helping out her hometown. Stacy will work several days a week to help us through the transition to fill the vacant Town...
Staffing and Town Hall Hours Update
We are pleased to announce we have hired Shirley Jacobs to the position of part time Town Clerk. Shirley brings a wealth of experience having served in the role in the past. Shirley will work several days a week to help us through the transition to fill the vacant...
Organizational Announcement
It is with both sadness and congratulations that I am announcing Steve Corriher will be resigning his position of Town Clerk and Finance Officer to accept a new opportunity with Lowe’s effective August 4, 2025. Sadness in that we are losing a tremendous asset to the...
Judy Webb Shines as Grand Marshal of a Memorable July 4th
July 4th was on a Friday this year and having Judy Webb as our Grand Marshall made it one of the best. Judy is very well known in this little town of ours. Not only has she spent many hours raising money by selling fundraiser tickets for good causes, but she has also...