Sadie Nance Porter
Sadie Nance Porter, 86, passed away unexpectedly on Sunday, October 16, 2022, at Atrium Health CMC in Charlotte. Born on March 24, 1936, she was the daughter of the late Mitchell and Litha Marlowe Nance. Sadie was a much-loved mother, grandmother, great-grandmother, sister, aunt, and friend. She was always there when anyone needed her help,…
Read MoreElmeta B. Adams
Elmeta B. Adams, 95, of Hiddenite, passed away on Sunday, October 16, 2022, at Iredell Memorial Hospital. Elmeta was born May 30, 1927, in Alexander County, the daughter of the late Thirlin G. Bennett and Mary James Bennett. She had worked at Holly Farms, in Hiddenite, and Bassett Furniture. Later in her career, she worked…
Read MoreRev. Jerry Lee Gwaltney
Rev. Jerry Lee Gwaltney, 82, went to his heavenly home on October 15, 2022, at his residence. He was born to the late Jay P. Gwaltney and Edith Evelyn McLain Gwaltney on August 5, 1940. After graduating from Fruitland Bible College, Jerry was a pastor for 48 years serving at several churches including Bethany Baptist…
Read MoreTaylorsville Business Association meets
The Taylorsville Business Association Meet & Greet was held Thursday evening, Oct. 13, 2022, at Brushy Mountain Brews. Members discussed ways to grow the TBA and network/promote local businesses. Lacey Young and the Brushy Mountain Brews staff provided a welcoming atmosphere for TBA members and guests! Pictured above, left to right: Micah Henry, The Taylorsville…
Read MoreHuffman named principal at EAMS
Alexander County Schools leaders announce that Brett Huffman is the new principal at East Alexander Middle School effective December 1st. Huffman currently serves as an assistant principal at Alexander Central High School and has worked in various school roles for the past 18 years. Of East Alexander, Huffman says, “I think it’s a great community.…
Read MoreNew Hope Initiative ongoing, despite several setbacks
By MICAH HENRY A group The Times covered in July of this year is still hoping to improve the lives of convicted felons, reduce recidivism (the likelihood they will offend again), and create better outcomes for all Americans, despite setbacks the organization recently endured. New Hope Initiative (NHI), incorporated a year ago, is “a collective…
Read MoreHeather Elizabeth Ratliff
Heather Elizabeth Ratliff, 39, of Taylorsville, passed away unexpectedly on Wednesday, October 12, 2022, at her home. Heather was born May 1, 1983, in Orange County, the daughter of Deborah Hazzard Gilbert and Duane Gilbert. Including her parents, those left to cherish and honor her memories include her grandfather, Walter Wesley Hazzard; her sister, Amber…
Read MoreRegular voter registration deadline is Oct. 14
The regular voter registration deadline is Friday, October 14, 2022, for voters who want to vote on Election Day, November 8. The Alexander County Board of Elections offers some key reminders for voters and prospective voters as this deadline approaches. To register or to update an existing registration, eligible individuals have the following options: •…
Read MoreMiddle school youth dies after motorcycle crash
A young teenager has died following a motorcycle crash on a secondary road southwest of Taylorsville. On Sunday, October 9, at approximately 4:05 p.m., the NC State Highway Patrol responded to and investigated a critical injury collision in Alexander County on Barrett Mountain Road. A dirt bike motorcycle was traveling south on Barrett Mountain Road,…
Read MoreApple Festival is Saturday, Oct. 15
The 32nd Annual Taylorsville Apple Festival is scheduled for Saturday, October 15, 2022, from 9:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m., said Festival Executive Director Gina Kay Honosky. The streets of Taylorsville will fill to overflowing for the annual festival, which draws an estimated 35,000 attendees and hosts over 400 booths including rides. The festival provides a…
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