Town officials urge voluntary water conservation
Due to the serious drought situation affecting the entire State of North Carolina, The Town of Taylorsville requests that all water customers practice voluntary water conservation, said Nathan Hester, Town Manager. Specifically, customers are asked to reduce their water usage by at least 5% by limiting non-essential water use by: • Limit watering of lawns,…
Read MoreGeorge “Coyt” Mayberry
George “Coyt” Mayberry, 88, of Pataskala, Ohio, a devoted husband to Louise Mayberry and beloved family man, passed in his home to be with his Lord and Savior on Monday, April 13, 2026. George was born January 16, 1938, in Alexander County, the son of the late William “Bill” Mayberry and Hessie Barnes Mayberry. George…
Read MoreRobert “Bob” Joseph Wikander
Robert “Bob” Joseph Wikander, 85, of the Bethlehem Community, passed away peacefully on Monday, April 13, 2026, after a brief illness, surrounded by his family at home. Born May 5, 1940, in Union County, New Jersey, Bob lived a life defined by unwavering integrity, honorable character, and steadfast loyalty. He was a man who led…
Read MoreGinger Icenhour Annas
With grace and grit, Ginger Icenhour Annas, 66, of Taylorsville, fought hard until the end, peacefully going to be with the Lord on Friday, April 10, 2026. Born August 18, 1959, her life was marked by selfless service; she was the heartbeat for so many. She was a pillar of strength for her family, a…
Read MoreChristopher “Chris” Lynn Hefner
Christopher “Chris” Lynn Hefner, 64, born on May 15, 1961, in Catawba County, passed away on April 10, 2026, in Guilford County. He dedicated 28 years of his life to shaping young minds as an educator at Stony Point Elementary School. Chris earned his bachelor’s degree in education from Lenior-Rhyne University and was twice honored…
Read MoreLocal woman, two Iredell men face charges
Iredell County Sheriff Darren Campbell stated that on Tuesday, April 7, 2026, Iredell deputies responded to a breaking and entering in progress on White Oak Branch Road in northern Iredell County. The homeowner reported coming face-to-face with a suspect actively stealing items and loading them into a pickup truck. When confronted, the suspect, dressed in…
Read MoreSusan Elizabeth Smith Starnes
Susan Elizabeth Smith Starnes, born on January 25, 1962, in Alexander County, went to be with our Lord and Savior and her family on April 9, 2026, at Catawba Valley Medical Center in Catawba County. She was a member of Friendly Baptist Church and devoted much of her life to her faith and community. Susan…
Read MoreChicken house fire extinguished April 8
Stony Point Fire Department, along with Hiddenite and Taylorsville, were dispatched to a reported structure fire at 375 County Line Rd. on Wednesday, April 8, involving a chicken house, said Alexander County Fire Marshal Chris Hicks. The call came at about 3:00 p.m. Wednesday, said Stony Point Fire Chief Scotty Abernathy. Upon arrival, crews found…
Read MoreAlice A. Brown
Alice A. Brown, 101, passed on to her heavenly home on Wednesday, April 8, 2026, at her home. Alice was born on November 17, 1924, in Alexander County, the daughter of the late Charles F. Brown and Josephine Dyson Brown. Alice was a member of Liledoun Baptist Church, where she attended for 101 years. Including…
Read MoreCounty leaders hear economic development plans
By MICAH HENRY Alexander County leaders heard positive news from a representative of the Economic Development Partnership of North Carolina (EDPNC) during the County Commission meeting on Monday, April 6, 2026. Garrett Wyckoff of EDPNC appeared before commissioners with Michael Worley, Alexander County Economic Development Director, and explained the work being done with the NC…
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