Steven Howard Sprinkle
Steven Howard Sprinkle, 77, born on Thursday, February 20, 1947, in Iredell County, went to his heavenly home on Wednesday, December 4, 2024, at Frye Regional Medical Center in Catawba County, leaving behind a legacy etched in the hearts of those who loved him. He was the embodiment of unwavering love for both his family…
Read MoreMary Kathryn Hensley
Mary Kathryn Hensley, 84, was born on Sunday, October 27, 1940, in Madison County, where the roots of her life began to flourish. She passed away on Wednesday, December 4, 2024, in the serene surroundings of Hinkle Hospice House in Davidson County, leaving behind a legacy woven with love and devotion to family. Kathryn’s heart…
Read MoreJohnny Garfield Waugh
Johnny Garfield Waugh, 66, of Statesville, passed away on Wednesday, December 4, 2024, at Gordon Hospice House in Statesville. Johnny was born January 15, 1958, in Baja, California, the son of the late Garfield Virgil Waugh Sr. and Elena Vargas Waugh. He was a member of St. Philips Catholic Church in Statesville. Those left to…
Read MoreDowntown Taylorsville approved as Local Historic District
By ANGELA FARR KING The Taylorsville Town Council held their monthly regularly scheduled meeting on Tuesday, December 3, 2024, at 5:30 p.m. The Town Council entered into a public hearing to consider designating the Downtown Taylorsville Historic District as a Local Historic District. According to legal documents reviewed at the meeting, the Alexander County Historic…
Read MoreCounty’s finances get good audit report
The Alexander County Board of Commissioners heard a favorable audit report from Beau Hildebrand, of Martin Starnes & Associates, CPAs, at their December 2, 2024, meeting, according to a county press release. Hildebrand presented the 2023-2024 audited financial statements. The CPA firm issued an “unmodified opinion,” which means they found no material misstatements that led…
Read MoreSchools closed, County offices on delay Dec. 3, Court cancelled
Alexander County Schools will be closed for staff and students on Tuesday, December 3, 2024. (This was initially a two-hour delay, then changed to a three-hour delay, before officials finally closed schools for Tuesday.) School officials urged everyone to be safe as they get out and about this morning due to overnight snowfall and black…
Read MoreSharon Diane Eckard Elder
Sharon Diane Eckard Elder, 64, passed away on Monday, December 2, 2024, at her home in Alexander County. She was born on Friday, December 5, 1958, in Catawba County, to the late Clayton Eugene and Lillie Bolick Eckard. During her career, she worked as a cutter in the furniture industry. There are no services planned…
Read MoreDawn Renee Hertzog
Dawn Renee Hertzog, 60, of Taylorsville, wife of David Hertzog, passed away peacefully at home on Monday, December 2, 2024. Dawn was born on March 10, 1964, to Rev. Dr. D. Wayne Dyer and Martha Murry Dyer in Burgaw. In addition to her parents, those left to cherish and honor her memories include her husband,…
Read MoreCarolyn Mae Smith
Carolyn Mae Smith, 83, passed away on Monday, December 2, 2024, at the Gordon Hospice House in Iredell. She was born on Wednesday, April 30, 1941, in Alexander County. Carolyn was a member of the White Plains Baptist Church. Carolyn is survived by her loving son, Michael Smith and his wife Kerry. A memorial service…
Read MoreMichelle Lea White
Michelle Lea White, 50, of Taylorsville, passed away peacefully at Gateway Nursing Home in Lenoir, on Sunday, December 1, 2024. Michelle was born on October 5, 1974, in Lincoln County, West Virginia, to Jerry White and the late Cathy Salmons Meadows. Those left to cherish and honor her memories include her father, Jerry White (Angie…
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