Primer for 2024 Primary Election
Alexander County Board of Elections issues primer for 2024 Primary Election The 2024 statewide primary election is Tuesday, March 5, and the Alexander County Board of Elections wants to be sure that media representatives, candidates, and voters have answers about election day and post-election processes. Election Day voting Polls are open from 6:30 a.m. to…
Read MorePaula Marie Keller
Paula Marie Keller, 69, of Hickory, passed away on Thursday, February 29, 2024, at Catawba Valley Medical Center. Paula was born November 8, 1954, in Catawba County, the daughter of the late Paul Keller and Nora Lail Keller. She was of the Baptist faith. Those left to cherish and honor her memories include her son,…
Read MoreYoung Taylorsville driver dies in Caldwell crash
A teenage driver from Alexander County died this week as a result of a three car accident in a neighboring county. According to Master Trooper Christopher M. Casey of the N.C. State Highway Patrol, on Wednesday, February 28, 2024, at approximately 7:30 p.m., the NC State Highway Patrol responded to and investigated a fatal collision…
Read MoreBoard of Education begins superintendent search
By ANGELA FARR KING In the last monthly Alexander County Board of Education meeting, the board voted to employ the Masonboro Group as a firm to assist in the search for a new Superintendent of Schools, following Dr. Jennifer Hefner’s announcement that she will be retiring effective July 1. The Masonboro Group estimated the costs…
Read MoreSpring Wildfire season begins, two grass fires extinguished
March will officially cue the start of spring wildfire season in North Carolina, and the N.C. Forest Service is urging residents to use caution with all outdoor fires, especially yard debris burns. Grass fires burned 2/10 acre in two different location this week, according to Alexander County Forest Ranger David Huffman. A grass fire on…
Read MoreBlack History Celebration speaker urges education, community input
By MICAH HENRY The NAACP and Hiddenite Arts and Heritage Center hosted a Black History Celebration and Banquet on Saturday, February 24, at the Center. Mrs. Donna Latham, Center Director, served as mistress of ceremonies and Rev. Sterling Howard, President of the Alexander County Chapter of NAACP, served as master of ceremonies. Guest speaker, Mr.…
Read MoreJustin Nicholas Ray
Justin Nicholas Ray, 17, passed away unexpectedly on Wednesday, February 28, 2024, in Caldwell County. He was born to Nicole Renee Simpson on Saturday, July 15, 2006, in Chatham County, Georgia. Justin was of the Christian faith. He attended Alexander Central High School and was in his third year of masonry. Those left to cherish…
Read MoreDr. Jack “Jackie” St. Clair
Dr. Jack “Jackie” St. Clair passed away at Wake Forest Baptist Medical Center the morning of February 27, 2024, surrounded by his family. He was born to the late Arlie St. Clair and Rozella Burgess St. Clair on December 1, 1950. He had a long, illustrious career in both local and state government positions dedicated…
Read MoreLizzie Mozelle Rowe
Lizzie Mozelle Rowe, 77, of Graham, passed away at her residence on Tuesday, February 27, 2024, at 4:17 a.m. A native of Taylorsville, she was the daughter of Harrison J. Rowe and Mabel E. Carlton Rowe, both deceased. She was a retired educator and a member of the Red Hatters. Lizzie was also a member…
Read MoreLynn Pryor Brockwell
We are sad to announce the passing of Lynn Pryor Brockwell, on February 27, 2024, at the age of 78. Lynn passed away at home surrounded by loved ones after his long battle with cancer. He was born in Newport News, Virginia, on April 9, 1945, to the late Roger Jackson Brockwell and Pamela Wilkins…
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