Christy Renee Deal Hamby
Christy Renee Deal Hamby, 51, beloved wife, mother, Lolly, and friend, passed unexpectedly at her home in Alexander County on Friday, May 24, 2024. She was known for her warm smile and her innate ability to embrace everyone with open arms. Christy was born on Saturday, March 17, 1973, in Alexander County, to the late…
Read MoreProposed County budget would lower property tax rate
The Alexander County Board of Commissioners held a public hearing to allow input and to discuss the proposed 2024-2025 county budget at the Monday, May 20, meeting, according to a county press release. The proposed budget was first presented to the board at a work session on April 29. Commissioners will approve the budget in…
Read MoreTwo arrested in drive-by shooting
Two out-of-county residents have been arrested following a drive-by shooting into a Taylorsville home last week. Alexander County Sheriff Chad Pennell noted that on May 15, 2024, at around 2:40 p.m., the Alexander County 911 communications center received a call of a drive-by shooting at 98 Mallory Drive in Taylorsville. When the officers arrived, they…
Read MoreFour arrested, one sought in robbery, B&E
Four people have been arrested and one man is being sought in connection with separate armed robbery and breaking and entering incidents last week. On May 17, 2024, at around 5:51 p.m., the Alexander County 911 center received a call of an armed robbery on Three Forks Church Rd. The caller also stated that they…
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Read MoreCarl Swan Hand
Carl Swan Hand, 87, born on Monday, March 22, 1937, in Burke County, was a man who treasured his family above all else and found immense joy in their company. His recent passing on Saturday, May 18, 2024, at Taylorsville House in Alexander County has left a void in the hearts of all who knew…
Read MoreLinda Marie Hamner Fuller
Linda Marie Hamner Fuller, 73, passed away on Saturday, May 18, 2024, in Caldwell County. She was born to the late Thomas “Clyde” Hamner and Margaret Faulk on Friday, May 26, 1950, in Memphis, Tennessee. Linda enjoyed painting and attended East Taylorsville Baptist Church. Including her parents, she was preceded in death by two brothers,…
Read MoreDorothy Reavis Barr
Dorothy Reavis Barr, 75, of Stony Point, passed away unexpectedly on May 17, 2024, at Iredell Memorial Hospital. Dorothy was born October 10, 1948, to the late William Reavis and Daisy Mae Welborn Chatham. She was a member of Faith Temple Church and was a very loving mother and grandmother. In addition to her parents,…
Read MoreStudio3 Chorale Concert is May 17
The very popular Studio3 Chorale, an adult community choir, will once again present its annual Spring Concert on Friday evening, May 17, 2024, at 7:30 p.m., at Calvary Baptist Church, 185 5th Avenue North in Taylorsville. This concert is free and open to the public. Seating is general admission, first come, first serve. The Studio3…
Read MoreGordon Lee Oxentine
Gordon Lee Oxentine, 77, a beloved husband, father, and proud veteran who dedicated his life to serving his country in the United States Army, passed away on Thursday, May 16, 2024, in Catawba County. He was born on Sunday, January 12, 1947, in Wilkes County. Gordon will be remembered for his deep love for his…
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