Gary Belcher
Gary Belcher, a cherished husband, father, grandfather, son, brother, and friend passed away unexpectedly in his home on February 1, 2024. He was born to the late Sandra R. Lane on May 2, 1975. He leaves behind his devoted wife, Angel Belcher; adoring daughter, Lydia Belcher; his stepsons, Donovan Treadway and Jonathan Treadway; his father,…
Read MoreStafford named Conover Fire Chief
At the January 2024 Conover City Council meeting, city leaders witnessed the swearing-in ceremony of their new Fire Chief, Mark R. Stafford, native of Alexander County and resident of the Ellendale Community. According to the Conover Fire Department Facebook page, Chief Stafford boasts over 20 years of public safety experience, starting as an EMS…
Read MoreAlex schools receive $98,000 for security upgrades
The Alexander County Schools system is receiving $98,000 to upgrade safety at local schools. This funding is from the Center for Safer Schools School Safety Grant Program of the N.C. Dept. of Public Instruction. According to a letter sent from the Center for Safer Schools Executive Director, Karen W. Fairley, to ACS Superintendent Dr. Jennifer…
Read MoreMotorist hits multiple utility poles, threatens to harm self
By MICAH HENRY An incident occurred last Wednesday afternoon, Jan. 24, 2024, which prompted local schools to use heightened security measures and blocked traffic in a portion of Taylorsville. According to Taylorsville Police Chief Michael Millsaps, the incident occurred about 1:30 p.m. Jan. 24 when a vehicle crashed into four utility poles on West Main…
Read MoreChery Jean Anderson
Chery Jean Anderson, 72, of Statesville, passed away on January 30, 2024, at her home after an extended illness. Chery was born February 21, 1951, in Catawba County, to the late Robert Eugene Shook and Letha Cochran Shook. Those left to cherish her memory include her two sons, Gary Anderson of Statesville, and Steven Anderson…
Read MoreDover Cecil Lackey
Dover Cecil Lackey, 95, passed away on Monday, January 29, 2024, at Valley Nursing Center in Alexander County. He was born Tuesday, May 29, 1928, in Alexander County, to the late George Howard Lackey and Lois Head Lackey. Mr. Lackey attended Mt. Nebo Baptist Church. He enjoyed driving a truck, fox hunting, and trading dogs,…
Read MoreLinda Paulette Coffey Sipe
Linda Paulette Coffey Sipe, 77, of Taylorsville, went to her heavenly home on January 29, 2024, at Novant Health Winston-Salem. Linda was born May 4, 1946, in Watauga County, to the late William Glen Coffey and Annie Rivers Coffey. She was a member of St. Luke Lutheran Church. Linda’s life was full of loving God…
Read MoreJames “Jimmy” Odom Barlow
James “Jimmy” Odom Barlow, 72, passed away on Sunday, January 28, 2024, after a brief illness at Atrium Health in Lincolnton. Jimmy moved to Denver in 2021 but spent the majority of his life as an educator all over Alabama. Jimmy is survived by his wife, Debbie Barlow of Denver; daughters, Jami Sikes and Ashley…
Read MoreMicheal Wayne Williams
Micheal Wayne Williams, 48, of Stony Point, passed away unexpectedly on Sunday, January 28, 2024, at his home. Micheal was born on September 18, 1975, in Iredell County, to Robert Williams of Statesville and the late Betty Taylor Williams. In addition to his mother, he was preceded in death by his nephew, Jackie Johnson; maternal…
Read MoreDebra Jeanette Bennett
Debra Jeanette Bennett, 60, of Taylorsville, passed away at her home on Saturday, January 27, 2024. She was born on November 8, 1963, in Alexander County, to the late Romie Leroy Bennett and Frances Bennett Blount. Debra worked as a behavioral technician at Skilled Creations. She graduated from Alexander Central High School and worked in…
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