Danny Lee Meadlock
Danny Lee Meadlock, 78, a devoted family man, respected businessman, and proud veteran, passed away peacefully on May 23, 2026, at Carolina Caring in Catawba County. Born on August 14, 1947, in Caldwell County, Danny embodied a life rich in service, passion, and commitment. As an owner of Huntington House Furniture in Bethlehem, Danny’s dedication…
Read MoreTaylorsville man arrested in Wilkesboro armed robbery case
The following is a Wilkesboro Police Department press release: Armed Robbery Investigation Leads to Two Arrests Wilkesboro, NC — On Thursday, May 21, 2026, at approximately 5:00 p.m., Wilkes County 911 dispatched officers with the Wilkesboro Police Department to an armed robbery reported in the parking lot area of Brushy Mountain Powersports. The caller advised…
Read MoreKevin Michael Wyatt
Kevin Michael Wyatt, 47, passed away peacefully on May 22, 2026, following a courageous battle with cancer. Born on October 14, 1978, in Alexander County, Kevin’s career in furniture as a frame builder spanned more than 20 years. Survivors include his parents, William Michael “Mike” Wyatt and Rita Gail Bumgarner; his daughter, Elixa Wyatt; and…
Read MoreGilbert Ray Sharpe
Gilbert Ray Sharpe, 96, of Hiddenite, went to be with his heavenly father on Thursday, May 21, 2026, at Gordon Hospice House. Gilbert was born May 16, 1930, in Alexander County, the son of the late Ray Ivy Sharpe and Eva Sprinkle Sharpe. Gilbert was a devoted husband, father, grandfather, and community friend to everyone.…
Read MoreTimes’ Father of the Year Essay Contest underway
Entries for the 2026 Taylorsville Times’ Father of the Year Essay Contest are being accepted until Thursday, June 11, at 5 p.m. To enter The Times’ 37th 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 food…
Read MoreFire claims home May 14
A fire in the Wittenburg Community has claimed a home. On Thursday, May 14, 2026, Wittenburg Fire, along with Taylorsville and Bethlehem fire departments, were dispatched to a reported structure fire at 42 Yorks Bluff Drive, off NC Hwy. 16 South, said Alexander County Fire Marshal Christopher Hicks. Wittenburg Fire arrived within three to four…
Read MoreMotorcycle crash is fatal
On Tuesday, May 19, 2026, at approximately 8:29 p.m., the N.C. State Highway Patrol responded to and investigated a fatal collision on Rink Dam Road near Fess Little Road, in Alexander County. A 2019 Harley-Davidson motorcycle was traveling south on Rink Dam Road, lost control, and drove off the right side of the road before…
Read MoreCounty Commissioners consider property tax rate cut of 2¢ or more
Alexander County Manager Justin Mundy presented the 2026-2027 proposed budget at the May 18, 2026, meeting of the Board of Commissioners. The total proposed general fund budget is $62,779,084, which is a 3.62 percent increase compared to FY 2026, according to a county press release. The proposed budget includes a two-cent property tax rate decrease,…
Read MoreBobby Gene Bentley
Bobby Gene Bentley, 89, of Taylorsville, passed away on Wednesday, May 20, 2026, at Catawba Valley Medical Center in Hickory after a short period of declining health. Bobby was also known as “the walking man” to passers-by traveling along Vashti Road and Black Oak Ridge Road in the Sugar Loaf area of Alexander County. As…
Read MoreToney Calvin Keller
Toney Calvin Keller, 93, of Taylorsville, passed away on Tuesday, May 19, 2026, at his home. Toney was born May 10, 1933, in Caldwell County, the son of the late Samuel Monroe Keller and Ada Louann Hice Keller. For most of his working career, Toney worked in the furniture industry for Clayton Marcus and Ideal…
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