Chad Lynn Hartness
Chad Lynn Hartness, 41, of Hudson, passed away unexpectedly on Thursday, May 27, 2021, at his residence. He was born on April 24, 1980, in Iredell County, and worked in the construction industry. Chad was a loving and caring man and had a special love for his son, Hayden. He was his pride and joy.…
Read MoreRuth Benfield Baker
Ruth Benfield Baker, 90, of Taylorsville, passed away on Thursday, May 27, 2021, at Wake Forest Baptist Medical Center. Ruth was born May 23, 1931, in Alexander County, the daughter of the late Carris Benfield and Effie Richey Benfield. She had worked for Carolina Comfort and Huntington House. She was a member of Fellowship Advent…
Read MoreRev. Daniel Walker Redding, Jr.
Rev. Daniel Walker Redding, Jr., 62, of Hudson, passed away on Thursday, May 27, 2021, at Carolina Caring in Newton. He was born July 31, 1958, in Forsyth County, the son of the late Daniel Walker Redding, Sr. and Ella Lois Craver Redding. He had a Master of Divinity and served as minister for several…
Read MorePlans announced for 40th Annual Hiddenite Celebration
An exciting day of innovative, hands on arts and heritage activities is planned for the Hiddenite Arts & Heritage Center’s 40th Annual Hiddenite Celebration of the Arts. This one-of-a-kind, arts and cultural heritage festival will be held on Saturday, September 25, 2021, on Hiddenite Church Road in Alexander County from 9:00am until 4:00pm. Celebration of…
Read MoreMemorial Day Salute of Veterans is May 30
Alexander County’s 2021 Memorial Day observance is set for Sunday, May 30, at 3:00 p.m. at the Alexander County Courthouse. The event is conducted by the county Veterans Committee (VETCOM). “We hope everyone in the community will attend to remember and honor those veterans both deceased and living who have made great sacrifices in defense…
Read MoreMemorial Day Concert is May 29
Studio3 Music School will present a free, outdoor, Memorial Day Concert on May 29, 2021. Everyone is invited to come Saturday, May 29, at 4:30 p.m. and experience this inspiring and patriotic music. The Studio3 orchestra, accompanied by the Community Chorus, will present traditional, patriotic Music such as the Armed Forces Medley, and other extraordinary…
Read MoreOver $4,500 in prizes up for grabs in Buy Local Challenge
The month long 2021 Buy Local Challenge is underway, offering local customers a chance to win big prizes. “After a year off due to a global pandemic, The Taylorsville Times is pleased to once again partner with Alexander County government to offer our residents and the business community a bit of normalcy with The Buy…
Read MoreIda Darlene Harrison Stafford
Ida Darlene Harrison Stafford, 92, of Taylorsville, passed away on Tuesday, May 25, 2021, at Trinity Ridge in Hickory. She was born November 29, 1928, in Cambridge, Nebraska, the daughter of the late Sebastian Cabot Harrison and Ida McFarland Harrison. She was the owner and operator of Taylorsville Beach Seafood and Steak House. She attended…
Read MoreJesse Wilson
Jesse Wilson, 72, of Taylorsville, passed away on May 24, 2021, at his home. He was born September 28, 1949, in Iredell County, the son of the late Clyde Wilson and Lois Redman Wilson. He was a farmer and of the Christian faith. Those left to cherish and honor his memory include his daughter, Victoria…
Read MoreMildred Daniels Echerd
Mildred Daniels Echerd, 93, of Taylorsville, passed away at Elmcroft Assisted Living in Newton on Monday, May 24, 2021. Mildred was born March 25, 1928, in Alexander County, the daughter of the late Lilliard and Maude Daniels. She was raised in the Sugar Loaf Community with her older sisters, the late Margie Daniels and the…
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