Wastewater spill reported in Taylorsville
The Town of Taylorsville experienced a discharge of untreated wastewater on Saturday, June 13, 2026, of an estimated 3,750 gallons at Manhole 482, located in a wooded area adjacent to Taylorsville Cemetery along 1st Avenue Dr. SE, according to a Town press release. The untreated wastewater was discharged into Stirewalt Creek tributary in the Catawba…
Read MoreBonnie Sue Dula Simms
Bonnie Sue Dula Simms, 93, a cherished mother, devoted member of her community, and a guiding light to those who knew her, passed away peacefully on June 14, 2026, at her home in Alexander County. Born on February 21, 1933, in Alexander County, Bonnie lived a life marked by selflessness and dedication to her family…
Read MoreBrenda Ann Triplett Martin
Brenda Ann Triplett Martin, 78, of Taylorsville, passed away on Sunday, June 14, 2026, at Carolina Caring in Newton. Born in Wilkes County on April 10, 1948, she was the daughter of the late Hamp and Della Hendrix Triplett. She was a member of Highland Baptist Church and retired as a teacher’s assistant at Bethlehem…
Read MoreJerry Wayne Lackey
Jerry Wayne Lackey, 81, a devoted family man, went to his heavenly home on June 12, 2026, in Alexander County. Born on September 2, 1944, Jerry carried forth a legacy marked by craftsmanship, love, and unwavering dedication to his family and friends. Jerry was an active member of Three Forks Baptist Church, where he served…
Read MoreCleeda Fern Keever Sloop
Cleeda Fern Keever Sloop, 96, passed away peacefully on Friday, June 12, 2026, at the Mountain Valley – Joan & Howard Woltz Hospice Home in Surry County. Born on September 13, 1929, in Alexander County, to the late J. Gault Keever and Cora Warren Keever, Cleeda was a faithful attendee of Solid Rock Baptist Church…
Read MoreMichael Eugene Teague
Michael Eugene Teague, 70, of Taylorsville, passed away on Thursday, June 11, 2026, at UNC Health in Wayne County. Michael was born August 21, 1955, in Alexander County, the son of the late Herman Eugene Teague and Mary Inez Baker Teague. Michael worked in the furniture industry for most of his working career and was…
Read MoreJames Gary Millsaps
James Gary Millsaps, 79, affectionately known as Gary, passed away on June 11, 2026, at Wake Forest Baptist Medical Center in Winston-Salem. He was born to the late Troy Foy Millsaps and Flora Hendren Millsaps on May 30, 1947, in Iredell County. Gary proudly served his country in the United States Army, earning the distinction…
Read MoreMark Eric Rogers
Mark Eric Rogers, age 65, of Taylorsville, passed away unexpectedly on Thursday, June 11, 2026, at Atrium Health Cabarrus. Mark was born June 24, 1960, in Catawba County, the son of Earl Rogers and the late Marilyn Little Rogers. Mark was a truck driver for over 46 years and was of the Christian faith. He…
Read MoreBetty Faye Hamby Teague
Betty Faye Hamby Teague, 69, of Taylorsville, passed away on Thursday, June 11, 2026, at Catawba Valley Medical Center. Betty was born September 20, 1956, in Alexander County, the daughter of the late Robert Lee Hamby, Sr. and Dorothy Lucille Hager. Betty was a waitress and cook for Tiny Diner, a cook for Shubob’s, and…
Read MoreUpdate for City of Hickory water customers
City of Hickory remains in Stage 2 Low Inflow Protocol, Updates irrigation restrictions HICKORY – Recent rain has offered some short‑term relief, but not enough to lift the City of Hickory or the Catawba‑Wateree River Basin out of mandatory water restrictions. Hickory remains in Stage 2 of the Low Inflow Protocol (LIP), which requires all…
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