Monty Roger George
Monty Roger George, 51, of Statesville, passed away on Saturday, May 14, 2022, at Accordius in Statesville. Monty was born October 6, 1970, in Alexander County, the son of the late Danny Roger George and Judy Carlson George. Earlier in his life, he worked in the concrete business until he became disabled. He was a…
Read MoreThomas Mack Deal
Thomas Mack Deal, 73, of Stony Point, passed away on Friday, May 13, 2022, at his home with his wife by his side. Thomas was born on April 20, 1949, in Alexander County. He worked several years in the construction business for CSC in Florida until he retired and came home to North Carolina. He…
Read MoreFather of the Year Essay Contest accepting entries
Entries for the 2022 Taylorsville Times’ Father of the Year Essay Contest are being accepted until Thursday, June 9, 2021, at 5:00 p.m. To enter The Times’ 33rd Annual Father of the Year Essay Contest, simply write an essay on why your nominee should be Father of the Year. The winner will receive a $50…
Read MoreRay “Claude” “Poppy” Fox
Ray “Claude” “Poppy” Fox, 91, passed away at Catawba Valley Medical Center on Thursday, May 12, 2022. He was born on February 3, 1931, in Alexander County, to the late James Arthur and Pearl Etta Pennell Fox. He drove a truck for several different companies including Alexander Trucking Company, Zenith, and most of all at…
Read MoreElection Day voting tips
If citizens aren’t able to vote early in the primary election by Saturday, May 14, at the Alexander Senior Center, they may cast a ballot in person on Primary Election Day, Tuesday, May 17, at their assigned precinct polling place from 6:30 a.m. to 7:30 p.m. Registered voters should be mindful that Primary Election Day…
Read MoreGrand opening, concert set for Sunday at Courthouse Park
The Alexander County Board of Commissioners invites the public to the grand opening and dedication ceremony of the Alexander County Courthouse Park and Rotary Performance Stage on Sunday, May 15, 2022, at 3:00 p.m. The dedication will feature remarks from local dignitaries and those involved in the park’s planning and construction. The park’s first concert…
Read MoreDennis Paul Chapman
Dennis Paul Chapman, 53, of Stony Point, passed away unexpectedly on Wednesday, May 11, 2022, at his home. Dennis was born July 15, 1968, in Iredell County, the son of the late David Paul Chapman and Linda Keever Chapman. He worked for Wesley Hall Furniture in Hickory and was of the Baptist faith. He enjoyed…
Read MoreDaniel Ray Brown
Daniel Ray Brown, 42, passed away at his residence on Wednesday, May 11, 2022. He was born August 29, 1979, in Charleston, West Virginia, to Leslie Ray and Peggy Hill Brown. During his working career, he was a self-employed poultry farmer. He loved taking care of his family, going hunting with his dad and brother,…
Read MoreBenny Mack Kerley
Benny Mack Kerley, 85, of Hiddenite, passed away May 10, 2022, at Gordon Hospice House in Statesville. Benny was born March 24, 1937, in Alexander County, to the late Mack Little Kerley and Myra Benfield Kerley. Benny was in the US Army and worked for the Dept. of Transportation. Benny loved racing. He was a…
Read MoreWilson named new Head Football Coach at West Iredell High School
By D.N. PENNELL, Jr. After serving as an assistant coach at Alexander Central for the past 10 seasons, Matt Wilson has been named the new Head Football Coach at West Iredell High School in Statesville. The Newton-Conover and ASU grad was officially tapped as the Warriors’ new coach on Monday. Wilson, who came to ACHS…
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