Destinee Smith- Realtor, Local R.E.

10/23/2026

I’ll be trading BBQ for ballpark snacks this Saturday! ⚾️😂 Ball mom duty calls, so I won’t be making it to the BBQ Festival this year!

BUT if you’re heading downtown, make sure to swing by the Local R.E. office and grab yourself a FREE shirt and some swag! 🎉👕

Y’all eat some good BBQ for me, enjoy the festivities, and stop by to show my Local R.E. crew and Ally Cain some love! ❤️🐷

10/22/2026

🐷🔥 KNOW BEFORE YOU GO! 🔥🐷

The 42nd Annual Lexington Barbecue Festival is almost here, and we want you to have one PIG-tastic day! Before you head to Uptown Lexington, here's everything you need to know!

📅 Saturday, October 24, 2026
📍 Uptown Lexington, NC
🎟️ FREE Admission!
⏰ FESTIVAL HOURS

Exhibits Open: 8:30 AM
Opening Ceremony: 9:00 AM at the Grandstand
BBQ Tents Open: 10:00 AM
Festival Closes: 5:30 PM
AMP Stage Closes: 6:00 PM

🐷 COME HUNGRY!
Authentic Lexington-style BBQ sandwiches will be served at three locations throughout the festival from 10 AM–4 PM (or until sold out!).

🚗 PARKING & SHUTTLES
FREE parking and shuttle service will be available from Childress Vineyards! Paid parking is also available in private lots operated by local nonprofit organizations around the festival perimeter.

☀️🌧️ RAIN OR SHINE!
The festival goes on regardless of the weather, so dress accordingly and wear comfortable walking shoes!

🚫 A FEW FRIENDLY REMINDERS
No pets (except certified service animals)
No coolers or outside alcohol
No bicycles, scooters, skateboards or roller blades
No radios or amplification
No distribution of literature or solicitation
All bags and guests are subject to search

💳 BRING YOUR SPENDING MONEY!
Admission is FREE, but food, beverages, shopping, Cork & Craft, and some children's activities have a cost. ATMs will be available.

🎶 PLAN YOUR DAY!
Check out the entertainment schedule, festival map, parking information and answers to frequently asked questions before you arrive at the link below! https://www.thebarbecuefestival.com/p/travel/2026-brochure

We've got the Lexington-style BBQ, the music, the attractions and the FUN! All that's missing is YOU!

Who's ready to be GETTIN' PIGGY WITH IT?! 🐷🎉

Presented by Truist and EGGER.🙌

10/22/2026

🏡✨ UNDER CONTRACT! ✨🏡

This adorable new construction cottage at 45 Mill St. in Lexington is officially UNDER CONTRACT! 🎉🔑

With 3 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, and a thoughtfully designed layout that makes the most of every square foot, this little home has so much to offer!

There’s something special about helping a brand-new home find its very first owner! 💙

We’re excited to get this one across the finish line and can’t wait to hand over the keys!

Thinking about buying or selling? Whether it’s your first home, your next home, or an investment property, I’d love to help you make it happen!

📲 Destinee Smith | Local R.E.
📞 336-239-2001

10/22/2026

🌳🏡 JUST LISTED | LAND FOR SALE IN LEXINGTON!

📍 202 Kirkwood Avenue | Lexington, NC 27292

This approximately 0.74-acre corner lot in Lexington offers an opportunity to explore your vision for the property!

✨ Property Highlights:
🌳 Approximately 0.74 Acres
🏡 Residentially Zoned
📍 Corner Lot
🛍️ Convenient to shopping, dining, and local amenities
🔑 Opportunity to Explore Future Development Possibilities

🏗️ Explore the Potential!
With residential zoning and a corner location, this property may appeal to buyers interested in exploring residential development, or making a long-term land investment.

⚠️ Important: The property is located within a designated floodplain, which may restrict construction. Any development potential is subject to City of Lexington approval and applicable floodplain regulations. Buyers should verify permitted uses, building requirements, and feasibility with the city before making plans.

💚 Affordable land opportunities are worth exploring!

📲 Interested in learning more? Let’s chat!

Destinee Smith | LOCAL R.E.
📞 336-239-2001

10/19/2026

This sponsor might look a little familiar… because it’s US! 😉🧡

At LOCAL R.E., we believe real estate is about so much more than transactions. It’s about people, relationships, supporting our neighbors, and giving back to the place we’re proud to call home!

That’s why we’re so excited to help bring BOO BASH to Lexington! 🎃🍬

I can’t wait to see all the costumes, smiling faces, and families coming together for a little Halloween fun!

📍 Lexington, NC
📅 October 30th

We’re proud to be a presenting sponsor of Boo Bash 2026! 🧡🎃We love supporting our community and helping bring events like this to Uptown Lexington!

Join us October 30 from 6–9 PM in Uptown Lexington for a night of Halloween fun! 👻🕸️ Free admission!

10/16/2026

We’re giving a BIG shout out to CG2 Homes, another amazing local business helping make this year’s Boo Bash possible! 🧡

🏡 Bringing STYLE, QUALITY, and CRAFTSMANSHIP to our community, one home at a time!

CG2 Homes is a local home builder with an eye for beautiful design and a commitment to quality. They’re helping turn houses into places people are proud to call HOME! ❤️

👏 THANK YOU, CG2 Homes, for supporting Boo Bash and helping us bring a little Halloween magic to Lexington! 🎃🍬

Be sure to show them some love and check out their beautiful homes!

A big thank you to CG2 Homes for being a presenting sponsor of Boo Bash 2026! 🧡🎃 Their support helps bring this fall favorite to life for our community!

Join us October 30 from 6–9 PM in Uptown Lexington for a night of Halloween fun! 👻🕸️ Free admission!

10/15/2026

🏡✨ Is staging a home REALLY worth the money? 👀

Here’s the thing… buyers aren’t just shopping for four walls and a roof. They’re trying to picture what LIFE could look like inside those walls! 🤎

Staging helps showcase a home’s potential, gives each room a purpose, and makes those listing photos stand out!

👏 A HUGE shoutout to Hartman Homes- the attention to detail they put into staging this beautiful home by CG2 Homes is amazing! Every little touch makes the space feel warm, welcoming, and ready for its next chapter.

Does every home need professional staging? Not necessarily. But this is a perfect example of how thoughtful presentation can make a difference!

💬 What do YOU think? Would you rather tour a staged home or an empty one?

TriadRealEstate RealtorLife

10/15/2026

Some people just have a heart for helping others, and Ally Cain is one of them! 🧡

Not only is Ally one of our trusted, preferred lending partners at LOCAL RE, but she’s also someone who genuinely pours her heart and time into her clients AND our community!

When we refer our buyers to Ally, we know they’re in good hands. From answering questions to helping navigate the mortgage process, she goes above and beyond to make sure her clients feel taken care of. 🏡❤️

And her dedication doesn’t stop at the closing table! She’s always finding ways to give back and support the community she serves.

👻 A HUGE thank you to Ally Cain for helping make BOO BASH possible! We’re lucky to have you in our corner, both in real estate and in our community!

Now go show Ally some love! 🧡🎃

A big thank you to Ally Cain Mortgage for being a presenting sponsor of Boo Bash 2026! 🧡🎃 Their support helps bring this fall favorite to life for our community!

Join us October 30 from 6–9 PM in Uptown Lexington for a night of Halloween fun! 👻🕸️ Free admission!

10/14/2026

A BIG thank you to one of our BOO BASH sponsors, Stryker Environmental Inc! 🧡

We love seeing local businesses step up to support our community and help make events like this possible!

🚛 Need a dumpster for your next project? Or a porta-john for an event or job site? Stryker Environmental Inc. has you covered! 💪

Go show this local business some love and keep them in mind the next time you need their services!

🧡 Thank you, Stryker Environmental Inc., for helping us make Boo Bash a SPOOKTACULAR event! 🎃

Something spooky is coming to Uptown Lexington, and we’re excited to be part of it! ✨

Stryker Environmental is proud to be the presenting sponsor of Boo Bash 2026! As a family business, we love getting to support the community we call home.

Grab your costumes, bring your crew, and come enjoy a little Halloween fun!

📅 Friday, October 30, 2026
⏰ 6–9 PM
📍 Uptown Lexington, NC

Thank you to everyone helping bring Boo Bash to life. We can’t wait to see you there!

Stryker Environmental
336-875-5170
strykerenv.com