Darlene Lackey Hall
Darlene Lackey Hall, 63, of Stony Point, passed away unexpectedly on Wednesday, December 3, 2025, at home. Darlene was born in Alexander County on April 29, 1962, to the late Donald Lackey and Dessie Sellers Lackey. She was of the Christian faith. Survivors include two daughters, April Waugh and Diane Clark, both of Statesville; a…
Read MoreTree Lighting Dec. 4 will kickoff Hometown Christmas
The 2025 Hometown Christmas will begin on Thursday, Dec. 4, 2025, at Alexander County Courthouse Park. The Christmas Tree Lighting will be at 5:30 p.m., to illuminate the town’s 39-foot tall holiday decoration. The Dec. 4 music includes Taylorsville Elementary School students and the Antioch Baptist Church Handbell Choir. A cruise-in is also planned. Those…
Read MoreLocal candidates begin filing for 2026
Alexander County candidates for several countywide offices in the 2026 Election have filed to run for positions this week, as filing opened Monday at noon. The candidates which had filed as of Tuesday evening, Dec. 2, 2025, are as follows: • Board of Education: Rob Argüelles, School Board District 2, and Matt Reese, School…
Read MoreChristmas Parade is Saturday, Dec. 6
The 78th Annual Alexander County Christmas Parade is this Saturday, December 6, 2025, at 3:00 p.m. in downtown Taylorsville. The parade is held each year on the first Saturday in December. Parade Grand Marshal is George Herman, who is well known throughout the county for his years of service with the Alexander County maintenance crew.…
Read MoreBud James Reed
Bud James Reed, born on December 8, 1946, in Alexander County, passed away on December 3, 2025, at Wake Forest Baptist Medical Center in Winston-Salem at the age of 78. He is remembered as a dedicated truck driver who took great pride in his work, exemplified by his receipt of perfect attendance certificates and safety…
Read MoreJudy Bowman Connolly
Judy Bowman Connolly, 82, of Taylorsville, passed away on Wednesday, December 3, 2025, at her home. Judy was born April 29, 1943, in Alexander County, the daughter of the late James Vernon Baker and Nellie Childers Baker. Judy graduated from Hiddenite High School in 1961; she worked in the furniture industry for most of her…
Read MoreMundy sworn in as new Alexander County Manager
Alexander County officially welcomed a new leader on Monday, December 1, 2025, as Justin Mundy was sworn in as County Manager at 8:30 a.m. Following the swearing-in ceremony, Chairman Marty Pennell introduced the new County Manager to department heads. “Today is an important day for our county, as we have the privilege of welcoming Justin…
Read MoreEmma Jean Wellman Rankin
Emma Jean Wellman Rankin, 74, of Taylorsville, passed away on Monday, December 1, 2025, at her home. Emma was born February 25, 1951, in Alexander County, the daughter of the late Roland Wellman and Mary Lou Miller Wellman. Emma had worked as a nurse at Bells View Rest Home and was of the Christian faith.…
Read MoreProposed Bethlehem Incorporation Budget To Be Heard By LGC Tuesday, Dec. 2
A “Request for Statement on Proposed Town of Bethlehem” is one of the items on the December 2, 2025, agenda of the North Carolina Local Government Commission (LGC). The incorporation group’s proposed budget is currently under review by the NC Treasury, which is the final step before it’s sent to the General Assembly. The meeting…
Read MoreDonny Smith
Donny Smith, 67, of Taylorsville, passed away on Friday, November 28, 1958, at his home. Donny was born on March 28, 1958, in Catawba County, the son of the late Mildred Smith Glenn. Donny worked in furniture most of his working career. Those left to cherish and honor his memories include his sister, Teresa Glenn…
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