Chapman wins Clerk of Court seat
The Alexander County Clerk of Superior Court seat will be that of young Democratic candidate Edwin P. Chapman, age 26 of Hiddenite. He gained 8,047 votes (53.15%) to the 7,093 votes (46.85%) of opponent Lisa Hines (R), of Taylorsville, according to unofficial results Nov. 8. “I want to say thanks be to God for allowing…
Read MoreChad Pennell sweeps Sheriff seat
First Republican Sheriff since 1970 In a major upset in local politics, Republican challenger Chad Pennell of the Ellendale Community has secured the seat of Alexander County Sheriff from current Sheriff Chris Bowman, a Democrat, who has held the office since 2009. Pennell garnered 10,471 votes (68.68%) to Bowman’s 4,776 (31.32%), according to unofficial…
Read MoreRev. Preston Perry Link
Rev. Preston Perry Link, 86, went to be with his Lord and Savior on November 8, 2022. He was born June 27, 1936, in Iredell County, to the late John McLain Link and Bertha Speaks Link. Perry graduated from Union Grove High School in 1955 and then graduated from Piedmont Bible College in 1959. He…
Read MoreBrandon Spencer
Brandon Spencer, 50, of Taylorsville, passed away unexpectedly on Tuesday, November 8, 2022, at his home. Brandon was born November 26, 1971, in Catawba County, the son of Ronny Spencer and the late Brenda Lee Jones Spencer. In addition to his father, those left to cherish and honor his memories include three uncles, Tony Spencer,…
Read MoreRoger Jenkins, Sr.
Roger Jenkins, Sr., 76, of Hiddenite, passed away on Monday, November 7, 2022, at his home. Roger was born July 1, 1946, in Ashe County, the son of the late Conley Jenkins and Effie Darnell Jenkins. He had worked in the furniture industry and was of the Baptist faith. He loved working with his hands,…
Read MoreArthur Junior Keller
Arthur Junior Keller, 84, of Taylorsville, passed away on Monday, November 7, 2022, at his home. Arthur was born October 7, 1938, in Caldwell County, the son of the late Samuel Keller and Ada Kirby Keller. He was a US Army veteran who served during the Vietnam Era. He owned and operated Keller Frame Shop.…
Read MoreDonald Lynn Patterson
Donald Lynn Patterson, 78, of Morganton, passed away on November 7, 2022, after a period of declining health. Born in Smithfield, he was the son of the late Lynn Clifford Patterson and Beulah Small Patterson of Hiddenite. Don was a long-time resident of Morganton and his larger-than-life personality was well-known and beloved in the community.…
Read MoreKathryn Bowman
Kathryn Bowman is finally at home with her Savior, as of November 6, 2022. She has been preparing for 92 years to take a seat at Heaven’s organ. In her last days, she has been working on a list of songs to play for the heavenly choir. “Well done good and faithful servant.” Kathryn was…
Read MoreRobert “Bob” Drew Kennedy
Robert “Bob” Drew Kennedy, 71, of Taylorsville, passed away peacefully in his sleep on the morning of November 6, 2022. He was born on November 19, 1950, in Washington, D.C., to the late Frank John and Sherlene Pitra Kennedy. Bob was a member of Mt. Herman Baptist Church. He owned an auto body shop in…
Read MoreJimmie Lee Scott
Jimmie Lee Scott, 67, of Taylorsville, passed away on Saturday, November 5, 2022, at his home. Jimmie was born March 11, 1955, the son of the late Odell Wellman and Daisy Bell Scott Dula. Jimmie was a self-employed timber cutter and was of the Baptist faith. Those left to cherish and honor his memory include…
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