Tommy Scott
Tommy Scott, 61, of Hickory, passed away on Friday, October 7, 2022, at his home. He was born on December 6, 1960, in Caldwell County, the son of the late Collene Scott. Those left to cherish and honor his memory include his wife, Patricia Schroder Scott; his daughters, Tabbitha Scott, Melissa Scott, and Mindy Clark;…
Read MoreMargery Jane Spencer Cline
Margery Jane Spencer Cline, 95, of Taylorsville, passed away at home surrounded by her loving family on Friday, October 7, 2022. Margery was born September 10, 1927, in Catawba County, the daughter of the late Herbert Leroy Spencer and Myrtle Propst Spencer. She was the office manager at Cline Machine Company and was a life-long…
Read MoreLate Rev. Steve Parks fondly remembered
The community has felt yet another loss with the recent passing of Rev. Stephen “Steve” Parks, 74, of Stony Point, who died September 27, 2022, at Wake Forest Baptist Medical Center in Winston-Salem. A larger than life figure, he was known for his booming voice and kind manner. According to obituary information, Steve was a…
Read More“Landslide – A Tribute to Fleetwood Mac” to perform Oct. 8
The public is invited to enjoy a free concert featuring “Landslide – A Tribute To Fleetwood Mac” on Saturday, October 8, from 7:00 to 9:00 p.m. on the Rotary Performance Stage at the Alexander County Courthouse Park. The concert was originally scheduled for September 10 but was postponed due to rain. Paying homage to one…
Read MoreACHS teacher receives $50K Harbor Freight Award
Joshua Bowles, a high school carpentry teacher from Taylorsville, has been named a winner of the 2022 Harbor Freight Tools for Schools Prize for Teaching Excellence, winning $15,000 for himself and $35,000 for his program. Bowles, who teaches at Alexander Central High School, is one of 20 prize winners across the country who were…
Read MoreClara Evelyn Ball McAllister
Clara Evelyn Ball McAllister, 97, of Stony Point, passed away unexpectedly on October 5, 2022, at Iredell Memorial Hospital in Statesville. Evelyn was born November 5, 1924, in Alexander County, to the late Clyde Ball and Edna Chapman Ball. Evelyn was a textile worker. She was a member of Stony Point Baptist Church and was…
Read MoreKaren Dalton
Karen Dalton, 57, of Taylorsville, passed away on Wednesday, October 5, 2022, at Frye Regional Medical Center. Karen was born April 8, 1965, in Buncombe County, the daughter of Berta Chapman Dalton and the late Charles Dalton. She was of the Christian faith. Those left to cherish and honor her memories include her life partner…
Read MoreNational Night Out Event held Oct. 4
By ANGELA FARR KING A huge crowd turned out for the National Night Out in Downtown Taylorsville on Tuesday, October 4, 2022. The Fall weather was perfect for hundreds of people to walk around and visit the booths from various emergency service agencies. Lt. Shannon Roberts and Major Jason Moore stated…
Read MoreRobin Nelson Moretz
Robin Nelson Moretz, 64, of Taylorsville, passed away peacefully on October 4, 2022, after a lengthy illness. He was born October 27, 1957, in Catawba County, the son of the late Daniel “Buster” and Hazel Moretz. After graduating from Lenoir-Rhyne University, Robin spent the majority of his adult life teaching in the Alexander County School…
Read MoreShelba Carter Pruett
Shelba Carter Pruett was a beacon that shined a loving light on all who knew her. Now, her light shines on within her children, grandchildren, great-grandchildren, sisters-in-law, nieces, nephews, and the countless number of friends she considered family. On October 3, Shelba left her earthly body to be with the Lord after spending a fruitful…
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