Aileen “Ann” Garr
Aileen “Ann” Garr, 78, of Hiddenite, passed away on Sunday, November 16, 2025, at Iredell Memorial Hospital. Ann was born June 16, 1947, in Cleveland County, the daughter of the late Fletcher Brittain and Margaret Setzer Philbeck. Ann worked as a CNA for the Brian Center and had also worked for Shuford Mills. She was…
Read MoreMark Hampton Broome
Mark Hampton Broome, 66, of Taylorsville, passed away unexpectedly on Saturday, November 15, 2025, at his home. Mark was born on November 10, 1959, in Lincoln County, the son of the late Ted Broome and Judy Lovelace Broome. Mark proudly served in the United States Army. He was of the Christian faith. Those left to…
Read MoreWilliam Richard “Bill” Glad
William Richard “Bill” Glad, 74, victoriously entered the Church Triumphant on Saturday, November 15, 2025, at the Taylorsville House in Taylorsville, following a long battle with dementia. He was born July 8, 1951, to William Matthew Glad and Irene Randich Glad of Joliet, Illinois. Bill was a proud graduate of Joliet West High School, Class…
Read MoreDorothy “Dottie” Hammer
Dorothy “Dottie” Hammer, 77, of Taylorsville, passed away on Saturday, November 15, 2025, at Frye Regional Medical Center. Dottie was born September 8, 1948, in Iredell County, the daughter of the late Frank Perry and Dorothy Lackey Perry. Dottie was a homemaker and of the Baptist faith. She enjoyed going to the beach and mountains.…
Read MoreAngela Reid Brown
Angela Reid Brown, 63, of Hiddenite, passed away suddenly on Friday, November 14, 2025, in Alexander County. Angela was born on October 28, 1962, in Dade City, Florida, the daughter of the late Rev. Jimmy Reid and Rev. Carletta Goodwin Reid. Angela worked for Schneider Mills for over 40 years and was a member of…
Read MoreFull Nov. SNAP benefits to be loaded on EBT cards Nov. 14
NC Department of Health and Human Services (NCDHHS) leaders expect full November SNAP benefits to be loaded on recipients’ EBT cards today, Nov. 14, 2025. The development follows the U.S. House and U.S. Senate resolution to end the federal government shutdown announced late Wednesday evening, and subsequent guidance from the USDA on Thursday to states…
Read MoreWilliam Howard Carlton
William Howard Carlton, 90, of Taylorsville, unexpectedly passed away on Friday, November 14, 2025, at Catawba Memorial Hospital after suffering a stroke. He was born on February 22, 1935, in Granite Falls, the son of the late Walter Nelson Carlton and Mary Magdalene Kilby Carlton. Howard, as he was known by his friends, was a…
Read MoreBarbara Jo Deason Byrd
Barbara Jo Deason Byrd, 78, of Hiddenite, passed peacefully into the arms of her Lord on November 13, 2025. Born in Lansdowne, Pennsylvania, she was the beloved daughter of the late Elmer and Joy Brunk Deason. Barbara was a devoted wife to her husband, Gene Byrd, and they built a loving life for 40 years.…
Read MoreTwelfth Annual Readers’ Choice Awards announced
The Alexander County Economic Development Corporation (EDC) and The Taylorsville Times are partnering again this year to promote local businesses through the Twelfth Annual Alexander County Readers’ Choice Awards. In the special section inside the Nov. 12 issue, there is a complete listing of the many businesses that were voted “Best Overall” (first place) and…
Read MoreCaring for the Community: Alexander Health Dept.
The Alexander County Health Department stands at the front line of community wellness, delivering essential services that protect, prevent, and promote better health for residents every day, according to a county press release. From prenatal care and dental services to restaurant inspections and disease prevention, the department’s reach touches nearly every household in the county.…
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