Local business warns others to be wary of check fraud
Local residents and business owners are urged to be vigilant of check fraud, following one recent example which was preempted, thanks to the work of keen bankers. Attorney Caryn Brzykcy, of Harbinson Brzykcy Attorneys At Law in Taylorsville, explained that a $32,000 fraud was attempted against their firm’s checking account recently. “We had no problem…
Read MoreMitchell named Asst. County Manager
Long-time Alexander County employee Josh Mitchell has been selected to serve as Alexander County Assistant County Manager, effective July 6, 2026. A lifelong Alexander County resident, Mitchell brings 22 years of county government experience, extensive leadership skills, and thorough knowledge of county operations. County Manager Justin Mundy said Mitchell is a natural choice for the…
Read MoreGeneral Gorham to speak at Juneteenth event
The Alexander County America 250 Committee is proud to announce the third installment in the America 250 Lecture Series, featuring General J.R. Gorham on Saturday, June 13, 2026, at 3:00 p.m. in Davis Hall at First Baptist Church in Taylorsville. General Gorham will share remarks from his book, Sharecropper’s Wisdom. General Gorham grew up in…
Read MoreSuperintendent clarifies restructuring of ACHS Band Director Position
By ANGELA FARR KING The Alexander County Board of Education met for their regularly scheduled monthly meeting on Monday, June 8, at 6 p.m. The board room was filled close to capacity with parents, students, band boosters, teachers, and administrators who came to support the band program at Alexander Central High School. Many were holding…
Read MoreCommissioners aim to fully fund school request
To finalize details on the 2026-2027 budget, the Alexander County Board of Commissioners held a final budget work session on Monday, June 8, 2026. The major topics of discussion were the 5-cent property tax rate decrease, the request from Alexander County Schools, and the county fee schedule. County Manager Justin Mundy said the recommended budget…
Read MorePartnership for Children welcomes new Director
By ANGELA FARR KING The Alexander County Partnership for Children (ACPFC) recently welcomed a new director, Mrs. Ashli Elder. Ashli has served as the Early Childhood Support Coordinator for the Partnership since 2017 so she is extremely familiar with the organization. She has also served as Alexander County’s NC Pre-K Program Contact, supporting program implementation…
Read MoreJerry Dean Southers
Jerry Dean Southers, 76, of Hiddenite, passed away, surrounded by the love of his family, on June 9, 2026, at Iredell Memorial Hospital after an extended illness. Jerry was born December 16, 1949, in Iredell County, to the late Harles Southers and Margaret Ann Southers. Jerry spent his childhood in Statesville before his family eventually…
Read MoreAmie Cheyenne Bowman
Amie Cheyenne Bowman, 23, born on Monday, July 22, 2002, in Iredell County, passed away peacefully at her home on Sunday, June 7, 2026. Though her time with us was far too brief, Amie’s spirit touched countless lives and left an indelible mark on all who knew her. Amie dedicated herself to a career of…
Read MoreTown Budget passes with 4-1 vote in heated meeting
(This article was updated June 3, 2026, to reflect the Mayor’s refusal to abstain from voting on the budget is recorded as an affirmative vote.) By ANGELA FARR KING The Taylorsville Town Council held their regularly scheduled meeting on Tuesday, June 2, 2026, at 5:30 p.m. One of the top priorities of the meeting was…
Read More“Buy Local” Challenge begins, has $4,475+ in prizes
$1,000 and $500 shopping sprees, Dollywood trip, $100 prize available The 2026 Buy Local Challenge, which begins June 3, 2026, is offering local customers a chance to win big prizes from 44 participating businesses. It is a partnership of The Taylorsville Times, Alexander County government, and the Town of Taylorsville. This year, the promotion is…
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