Faye Walker Keller
Faye Walker Keller, 82, of Taylorsville, passed away on Thursday, April 29, 2021, at Frye Regional Medical Center. She was born on June 4, 1938, in Alexander County, the daughter of the late Rev. J.E. Walker and Elsie Viola Richards Walker. During her career, Faye worked in the furniture industry for Henredon Furniture and Hickory…
Read MoreRev. Robert Anthony “Tony” Bowman
Rev. Robert Anthony “Tony” Bowman, 59, of Connelly Springs, passed away on Thursday, April 29, 2021, at Frye Regional Medical Center following a period of declining health. Tony was born November 7, 1961, in Catawba County, to Robert Bruce Bowman and the late Ruth Sigmon Bowman. He was the Pastor of Hildebran United Methodist Church…
Read MoreSnookie Pennell Childress
Snookie Pennell Childress, 87, of Wilkesboro, went home to be with her Lord on Thursday morning, April 29, 2021. Snookie was born on June 8, 1933, to the late “Doc” William and Ruby Jane Pennell. Snookie grew up in East Taylorsville Baptist Church. She will be lovingly remembered for spoiling her grandchildren, supporting her husband’s…
Read MoreGov. to Relax State’s Outdoor Mask Mandate
Today, April 28, 2021, Governor Roy Cooper and North Carolina Department of Health and Human Services Secretary Mandy K. Cohen, M.D. gave an update on the state’s current data, trends and vaccination progress. As the state’s metrics and key indicators remain stable, Governor Cooper also signed an Executive Order outlining safety measures for the month…
Read MoreETBC recognized by Town Council
CHURCH RECOGNIZED FOR ASSISTANCE — Prior to their work session on April 27, 2021, the Taylorsville Town Council recognized East Taylorsville Baptist Church for hosting two large COVID vaccine events recently. Shown above, left to right: Mayor Pro Tem Kenny Poole, Pastor Jamie Steele, and Mayor George Holleman; back row – Councilwoman Kim Brown, with…
Read MorePediatric Therapy Network now open
In January 2021, Pediatric Therapy Network, a Children’s Therapy Clinic, began construction on their newest location at 545 NC 16 Hwy S in Taylorsville. The group opened this new office on April 19, 2021, for their full-service pediatric therapy clinic to better serve the Alexander area. The clinic is designed to meet each child’s…
Read MoreBid approved for Courthouse Park
Commissioners also hear updates on Wittenburg Access Area improvements, sewer grant, COVID-19, budget Construction will begin soon on the new Courthouse Park as the Alexander County Board of Commissioners approved a bid for the project at their Monday, April 26, meeting. David Icenhour, Executive Director for the Alexander County Economic Development Corporation, recommended the low…
Read MoreDavis “Sonny” Atwell Hendren
Davis “Sonny” Atwell Hendren passed away peacefully on Wednesday, April 28, 2021, in his home after a long and fulfilled life. He is survived by his wife of 71 years, Coleen Hendren; his three daughters, Teresa, Kim, and Donna; his five grandchildren; and two great-grandchildren. He was born to the late Fred and Daisy…
Read MoreJames “Jamie” H. Teeters
After a courageous battle with health issues over many years, James “Jamie” H. Teeters, 45, of Taylorsville, went home to be with the Lord on Tuesday, April 27, 2021, at Frye Regional Medical Center. Jamie was born August 13, 1975, in Catawba County, the son of Harold Roger Teeters and Gaynell Sharpe Teeters of Taylorsville.…
Read MoreShirley R. Little
Shirley R. Little, 81, passed away Monday, April 26, 2021, at Maple Leaf Health Care. She was born Monday, October 16, 1939. Shirley was a member of Logan United Presbyterian Church. She had retired from Tyson in Wilkesboro. Funeral arrangements are incomplete at Chapman Funeral Home.
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