Mary Jean Horne Ellis
Mary Jean Horne Ellis, age 45, born on Tuesday, January 16, 1979, in South Carolina, to James Horne and the late Nair Caroleen Prather, passed away on Wednesday, December 18, 2024, in Alexander County. Mary is survived by her daughter, Caroleen Ellis; her granddaughter, Isa Xiong; and her father, James Horne. No services are planned…
Read MoreFire claims vacant home
A fire claimed a vacant home in Taylorsville on Thursday afternoon, Dec. 12, 2024, according to Alexander County Fire Marshal Mark Earle. The single story home, located at 540 Gravel Hill Court, is owned by Hubert Carlton, said Earle. The home had suffered damage during Hurricane Helene. Carlton told Earle he was in the process…
Read MoreGood paying career awaits with training at Alexander Furniture Academy
By MICAH HENRY Some 197 graduates have taken advantage of the no-cost special training in Taylorsville to learn the sewing or upholstery trades and enter the furniture industry since Catawba Valley Community College’s Alexander Furniture Academy (AFA) opened in 2016. Several seats are open for the free courses, starting January 6 and running through June…
Read MoreGlenda Claudette Byrd Whitson
Glenda Claudette Byrd Whitson, 79, a beloved mother, grandmother, and sister, was born on Tuesday, January 9, 1945, in Yancey County, and gained her heavenly home on Wednesday, December 18, 2024, at Catawba Valley Medical Center in Catawba County. Glenda left behind a legacy of love, compassion, and unwavering thoughtfulness that touched the lives of…
Read MoreRosetta Faye Wike Bumgarner
Rosetta Faye Wike Bumgarner, 75, a cherished soul in our lives, went to her heavenly home on Wednesday, December 18, 2024, at her home in Alexander County. Born on Wednesday, December 29, 1948, she graced the Earth for 75 years with her unwavering love for family and an indomitable spirit that touched everyone she met.…
Read MoreHometown Christmas continues Thursday, Dec. 19
Taylorsville Hometown Christmas will continue for its third and final night of 2024 on Thursday, December 19, from 6 to 9 p.m. at Alexander County Courthouse Park at 101 West Main Avenue. In conjunction with this event, the new Christmas Bingo Challenge/Scavenger Hunt will encourage families to visit downtown businesses; the first 100 families completing…
Read MoreSuspect leads Highway Patrol on chase, hits Troopers, truck
State Highway Patrol Troopers in Alexander County were involved in a chase that resulted in a four-vehicle collision on Old Mountain Road in Hiddenite on Tuesday afternoon, Dec. 17. At approximately 4:00 p.m., a State Highway Patrol member attempted to stop a Jeep Liberty for a speeding violation on US 64 in Iredell County near…
Read MoreRicky Carson Baker
Ricky Carson Baker, 58, born on Sunday, February 13, 1966, in Catawba County, passed away on Tuesday, December 17, 2024, at Wake Forest Baptist Medical Center in Winston Salem. He was a devoted husband, father, brother, uncle, and grandfather, known for his deep love for his family, especially his cherished grandchildren. Ricky was a supervisor…
Read MoreJames Edward Abernathy
James Edward Abernathy, 80, was born on Monday, January 17, 1944, in Burke County, to the late Charles Hull and Ila Mae Abernathy. He passed away peacefully on Tuesday, December 17, 2024, at The Greens at Hickory in Catawba County. James was of the Baptist faith. Survivors include his beloved daughters, Tina Abernathy and Jammie…
Read MoreBarbara Ann “Beadie” Lackey
Barbara Ann “Beadie” Lackey, 73, of Hiddenite, went to be with her Lord and Savior Jesus Christ on December 17, 2024. She was born March 25, 1951, in Amonate, Virginia, to the late Dewey Spears and Effie Parks Puckett. She was a business owner for 10 years, operating a cleaning service. Barbara leaves to cherish…
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