Eagles tribute band rocks Taylorsville
ULTIMATE EAGLES TRIBUTE BAND ROCKS TAYLORSVILLE — An estimated crowd of 2,000 people turned out at Alexander Independence Celebration on Saturday, July 16, at Alexander County’s new Courthouse Park. Above, On The Border – The Ultimate Eagles Tribute Band performed on the Rotary Performance Stage, followed by fireworks at Alexander Central High School.(Photos courtesy of…
Read MoreCommissioners hear updates on water projects, park
Keys to the County presented to Keever, Gillispie Broadband, water and sewer system expansion, a new elevated water tank, and improvements to Bethlehem Park were among the topics discussed at the July 18 meeting of the Alexander County Board of Commissioners, according to a county news release. David Moose, Compliance and Procurement Specialist, reported on…
Read MoreAlice Faye Deal
Alice Faye Deal was born December 8, 1959, to the late Avery and Alice Luenet Matthews Deal. She passed away on Tuesday, July 19, 2022. She was a 1978 graduate of St. Stephens High School and received two degrees from Catawba Valley Community College. Left to cherish her memory are her daughters, Natasha Haas and…
Read MoreEdna “Bonnie” Lee Lloyd
Edna “Bonnie” Lee Lloyd, 82, passed away at Taylorsville House on Sunday, July 17, 2022. Edna was born Friday, December 1, 1939, in Buchanan County, Virginia, to the late George Robert Lloyd and Minnie Pearl Belcher Lloyd. Ms. Lloyd attended Harman Baptist Church. She enjoyed spending time with her family and attending family functions. Edna…
Read MorePeggy J. Howard-Scott
Peggy J. Howard-Scott passed away on Sunday, July 17, 2022. She was born on September 26, 1953, in Alexander County, to James and Lois L. Howard. Peggy later went on to become a successful entrepreneur after the launching of her company, iDesign. Peggy was the beloved wife of Charles R. Scott Sr.; mother of Allandus…
Read MoreLinda Ruth Cook McLain
Linda Ruth Cook McLain, 83, of Hiddenite, passed away Thursday, July 14, 2022, at Gordon Hospice House in Statesville. She was born on Thursday, January 5, 1939, in Alexander County, to the late King Darius (K.D.) Cook and Maggie Mae Millsaps Cook. Linda was a devoted wife, mother, daughter, sister, and grandmother. She was strong…
Read MoreMovies in the Park set July 15, Aug. 12
Taylorsville First United Methodist Church is hosting two free movies in Matheson Park. The first movie, “Luca,” is this Friday, July 15, 2022, starting at 8:45 p.m. There will be free popcorn and drinks. The second movie is Friday, August 12, starting at 8:45 and is “Beauty and the Beast.” There will be free popcorn…
Read MoreBuy Local Challenge winners named
Top Prize winners • Grand Prize, $1,000 Spree – Sharon George • Second Prize, Dollywood passes – Joy Barber • Third Prize, $100 winner – Emily Blankenship • Merchant winner, trip – Think Pink Auctions Individual business prize drawings • Ace Bethlehem Hardware ($50 Ace Hardware gift certificate) – Debbie Hefner •…
Read MoreJuly 16 event features concert, fireworks
The public is invited to the Alexander County Independence Celebration on Saturday, July 16, which will feature a free concert at the new Alexander County Courthouse Park and a free fireworks display at Alexander Central High School. On The Border – The Ultimate Eagles Tribute Band will perform on the Rotary Performance Stage from 6:30…
Read MoreInterpreting Reading test scores in Alexander
By ANGELA FARR KING Dr. Betsy Curry, the Associate Superintendent of Curriculum and Instruction for Alexander County Schools, has a nose for data. She studies data daily in order to keep a pulse on the progress of all children in the Alexander County School System. In a recent Alexander Cuonty Board of Education presentation and…
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