Commissioners add splash pad, other items to Courthouse Park plans
Families in Alexander County will have a new source of entertainment – a splash pad and playground at the new Alexander County Courthouse Park. The Alexander County Board of Commissioners approved the addition of a splash pad, playground equipment, picnic shelter, and fencing to the Courthouse Park project at the June 21st meeting, according to…
Read MoreJennie “Elaine” Dagenhart
On Sunday, June 20, 2021, Jennie “Elaine” Dagenhart left this world and joined her Heavenly Father. Elaine was born on November 17, 1942, in Alexander County, to the late Rayford Wike and Doris Earp Wike Jenkins. Elaine was a member of Salem Lutheran Church. She loved her family, especially her grandchildren. She also enjoyed shopping…
Read MoreDavid Ray Marlowe
David Ray Marlowe, 64, passed away June 20, 2021, at Hunter Village in Huntersville. David was born June 28, 1956, in Guilford County, to the late Rev. Hoover Marlowe and Edna Bunton Marlowe. He was a member at Christ Community Church in Huntersville. Survivors include two sisters, Linda M. Wyatt and Hilda M. Wyatt, both…
Read MoreBilly Wayne Key
Billy Wayne Key, 47, of Morganton, passed away unexpectedly on Saturday, June 19, 2021, at his home. Billy was born August 17, 1973, in Alexander County, the son of Bobby Key of King, and Sherry Kerley Hammer of Taylorsville. He was of the Baptist faith and enjoyed fishing and playing games with his children. He…
Read MoreConcert set downtown on June 18th
Hiddenite Arts and Heritage Center’s 2021 Summer on the Square Concert Series kicks off tonight, Friday, June 18, in downtown Taylorsville. These Concerts take place from 6:00-8:00pm on the Fridays listed below on the Courthouse lawn, at the east entrance to the Courthouse. Food trucks will be available. Those attending should bring chairs, blankets, and…
Read MoreClyde Glenn Teague
Clyde Glenn Teague, 74, passed away on Friday, June 18, 2021, with his wife by his side. Born in Boone, he was an avid fisherman. He held several fishing records and was a member of the Surfside Fishing Club. Clyde would do anything for anyone and would give the shirt off his back. He was…
Read MoreTown Council approves budget
By MICAH HENRY In a short meeting held on Tuesday, June 15, the Town Council of Taylorsville voted unanimously to approve the 2021-2022 Town Budget. Mayor George Holleman called the meeting to order and Councilman Jack Simms gave the invocation. The budget as approved is $4,851,814 which is $603,541 increase (14.2 percent) over the current…
Read MoreHarris named Times’ Father of the Year
By MICAH HENRY This Father’s Day, many local residents are thankful for their fathers, and that is especially true for the family of Mr. Robin Harris, of Taylorsville. His daughter Harley Harris Mabry, also of Taylorsville, who wrote the winning essay in The Times’ 2021 Father of the Year Essay Contest, sat down to…
Read MoreBarbara Ann Parsons Millsaps
Barbara Ann Parsons Millsaps, 82, passed away Tuesday, June 15, 2021, after a short illness. She was born May 7, 1939, to the late Robert Franklin Parsons Sr. and Ruth Howell Parsons. Barbara was a member of Smith Grove Baptist Church. She worked for many years at Volex and at ER Carpenter. Those left to…
Read MoreRita Ann Whitener
Rita Ann Whitener, 78, of Taylorsville, passed away on Tuesday morning, June 15, 2021. Rita was born October 30, 1942, in Cleveland County, to the late Fred Ervin and Sue “Amy” Whitener Good. She was a member of Mt. Pisgah Lutheran Church and worked in billing for the Alexander County Health Department. Those left to…
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