John Willie Campbell
John Willie Campbell, 68, of Union Grove, passed away May 4, 2023, at Iredell Memorial Hospital in Statesville. John was born July 9, 1954, in Iredell County, to the late Lealdon Campbell and Eloise Speaks. John worked as a crane operator. Those left to cherish his memory include a daughter, Amelia Heidi Campbell Smith of…
Read MoreFalse fire alarm ordinance approved for County
False fire alarms can cause a strain on volunteer fire departments and emergency personnel. At their May 1 meeting, the Alexander County Board of Commissioners approved a false fire alarm ordinance that allows fines to be charged for repeat offenders, with the goal of reducing the number of false alarms. The board also approved an…
Read MoreAlexander Furniture Academy continues to provide opportunities
By ANGELA FARR KING The Alexander Furniture Academy offers opportunities locally that some may not be aware of. When visiting the Academy, students can be found sewing or upholstering furniture with the close supervision of trainers who are on hand to offer their expert advice in a real factory setting. The merchandise they create is…
Read MoreApple Blossom Festival is May 6
The Taylorsville Apple Blossom Festival will return on Saturday, May 6, 2023, in the downtown area. A number of musicians, food and craft vendors, children’s activities, and local organizations will take part in the festival, said Gina Kay Honosky, Executive Director, Taylorsville Apple Festival, Inc. This marks the fifth year the spring festival has taken…
Read MoreKaye W. Goble
On May 3, 2023, Kaye W. Goble passed away at Brighton Gardens of Greensboro after years of declining health. She was surrounded by her loving family. Kaye was born on August 27, 1934, in Valdese, to Roy P. and Mamie E. Warren. She spent her early years in NC before the family moved to Baltimore…
Read MoreMillie Gay Reid Brookshire
Millie Gay Reid Brookshire, 87, passed away Wednesday, May 3, 2023, at High Point Medical Center in Guilford County. She was born to the late Hayden Burke Reid and Cecil Pennell Reid on Sunday, May 3, 1936, in Alexander County. Millie attended Kings Business College. During her working career, Mrs. Brookshire worked as an administrative…
Read MoreHelen “Wootie” Norrid Henderson
Helen “Wootie” Norrid Henderson, 77, of Statesville, passed away on May 3, 2023, at Gordon Hospice House in Statesville. Wootie was born September 3, 1945, in Missouri, to the late James Haskel Norrid and Lavella O’Kane Norrid. Wootie was a teacher’s assistant, musician, singer, and bass player, and she was also a licensed beautician. Those…
Read MoreEverette Perry Wallace
Everette Perry Wallace, 84, passed away Tuesday, May 2, 2023, at his home in Alexander County. He was born to the late Herman Parks Wallace and Mozelle Hubbard Wallace on Saturday, September 24, 1938, in Wilkes County. Mr. Wallace attended Grace Chapel and the Cowboys Church. Those left to cherish the memories of Everette include…
Read MoreRuby Ida Jolly Collins
Ruby Ida Jolly Collins, 89, passed away Tuesday, May 2, 2023, at the Taylorsville House in Alexander County. She was born the late Arthur A. Jolly and Lucy Echard Jolly on Tuesday, November 21, 1933, in Alexander County. Mrs. Collins was a member of Smyrna Baptist Church. She enjoyed crafts, cooking, and baking wedding cakes.…
Read MoreJourney tribute band to kick off Summer Concert Series
If you love the classic rock band Journey, don’t miss Trial By Fire – Tribute to Journey on Saturday, May 20, at 6:30 p.m. on the Rotary Performance Stage at Alexander County Courthouse Park. The concert is free as part of the Alexander County Summer Concert Series. Trial By Fire is a group of five…
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