Tommy Alan Norton
Tommy Alan Norton, beloved husband, dad, pawpaw, brother, and friend, passed away on January 28, 2026, at his home in Alexander County. Born on March 16, 1957, in Alexander County, Alan dedicated much of his life to his family and career, serving faithfully as a truck driver for Douglas & Sons. Alan was a cherished…
Read MoreCharles Robert Leo Scarbrough
Charles Robert Leo Scarbrough was called home by the Lord on January 28, 2026, after suffering from pneumonia from the RSV virus. He was born on November 27, 1945, to the late Dovie Reid Scarbrough and Albert Leo Scarbrough. Including his parents, he was preceded in death by his son, John Robert Scarbrough, and brother,…
Read MorePamella Lynn Fogle Dunning
Pamella Lynn Fogle Dunning, born on August 23, 1958, in Livingston, New York, passed away on January 28, 2026, at her home in Alexander County. She leaves behind a cherished legacy steeped in love, devotion, and caring for others. Pamella dedicated her professional life to serving as a study hall monitor for high school children,…
Read MoreForecasters tracking weekend system which could bring snow
Arctic air is forecast to plunge deep into the South and keep temperatures low this weekend, according to the National Weather Service. Snow chances continue to increase for the weekend, but the forecast remains uncertain. Confidence is increasing that snow may develop beginning around 9:00 p.m. Friday and continue through Saturday evening. At this time,…
Read MoreJanuary is National Radon Action Month
Unsafe level is 4 pCi/L or higher, top reading in Alexander is 288 In recognition of National Radon Action Month, the North Carolina Department of Health and Human Services is providing reduced cost radon test kits at radon.ncdhhs.gov. Radon exposure is preventable, and testing is the only way to know if you or your family…
Read MoreOren Harry Wagner
Oren Harry Wagner, 90, died peacefully at home on January 28, 2026. He was born on March 19, 1935, the son of the late Theodore B. Wagner and Lelia Teague Wagner. Oren was a graduate of NC State University. He received a Bachelor’s Degree in chemical engineering with honors in 1957. He also attended M.I.T.…
Read MoreWinter Storm Fern leaves blanket of sleet, snow, ice
Both the Town of Taylorsville and Alexander County Government declared a State of Emergency effective Friday, January 23, 2026, at 11:00 a.m., in preparation for Winter Storm Fern, which impacted the area last weekend with significant sleet and snow. Declaring a State of Emergency allows the Town and County to prepare in advance, coordinate resources,…
Read MoreDannie (Dan) Ritchie
On Tuesday, January 27, 2026, we lost our beloved papaw, Dannie (Dan) Ritchie. For those who knew and loved him, please join us on Friday, January 30, 2026, to celebrate his life. A receiving will be held from 1-2 p.m. and the funeral at 2 p.m. at Shiloh Lutheran Church. Those who preceded Dan in…
Read MoreAlexander Co. Govt. offices on delay Jan. 28
Alexander County Government offices will operate on a 2-hour delay on Wednesday, January 28, 2026. Parks and convenience sites will be closed, and the landfill will operate on a 2-hour delay. Road conditions remain hazardous, especially on secondary roads, so please exercise caution if you must drive.
Read MoreNell Dean Pennell Dyson Goodman
Nell Dean Pennell Dyson Goodman, born November 8, 1938, went home to be with her Savior on Tuesday, January 27, 2026, following a lengthy illness. She was of the Baptist faith. She worked in the furniture industry and, for her last twenty years of working, she worked at Hickory Springs in Hiddenite. She loved flowers…
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