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Read MoreBrandon Lee Kerley
Brandon Lee Kerley, 32, of Hickory, passed away on Monday, October 13, 2025, at his home. Brandon was born September 7, 1993, in Iredell County, the son of the late David Lee Kerley and Donna Hutton Cameron. Brandon was of the Baptist faith. He loved his family and was a super devoted uncle. He also…
Read MoreDavid Leroy Stokes
David Leroy Stokes, affectionately known as “Dave” and “Hawkeye,” passed away peacefully at the age of 80 on October 13, 2025, at the Greens of Maple Leaf in Statesville. Born on December 13, 1944, in Alexander County, David was the beloved son of the late James Wiley Stokes and Myrtie Lee Smith Stokes. He was…
Read MoreBetty Kerley
Betty Kerley, 81, of Taylorsville, passed away on Sunday, October 12, 2025, at her home. Betty was born January 20, 1944, in Wilkes County, the daughter of the late Ernest Fortner and Annabelle Kilby Fortner. Betty was a homemaker and worked in the cafeteria at Sugar Loaf Elementary School before retirement. She was a member…
Read MoreLarry Schronce
It is with grief and heartbreak that the family of Larry Schronce announces his passing to his heavenly home on Saturday, October 11, 2025, at his home with his family, who loved and adored him, by his side. Larry was born in Catawba County on December 28, 1940, to Clyde R. Schronce and Nell W.…
Read MoreCarol Sue Scott
Carol Sue Scott, 76, of Charlotte, formerly of Taylorsville, passed away on October 11, 2025, leaving behind a legacy of warmth, passion, and spirited determination. Born on March 12, 1949, in Detroit, Michigan, Carol lived a vibrant life filled with diverse experiences and an unwavering commitment to those she loved and the community she served.…
Read MoreWilliam Craig Caudle
William Craig Caudle passed away peacefully at his home in Alexander County on Friday, October 10, 2025. He was born on Wednesday, June 30, 1943, in Stanly County, to the late Dolan and Pauline Mauldin Caudle. Craig was a truck driver. Survivors include his wife of 53 wonderful years, Marjorie Fortner Caudle; his son, Monte…
Read MoreCommission honors Alex. Rescue Squad Jr. Team
Members of the Alexander Rescue Squad’s Junior Rescue Competition Team were recognized at the October 6, 2025, meeting of the Alexander County Board of Commissioners for their outstanding performance at the state level, according to a county press release. Terry Foxx, Captain of Alexander Rescue Squad & EMS, said the four-member team competed at the…
Read MoreEMS adds second ambulance, crew at Bethlehem
Alexander County Emergency Medical Services (EMS) is proud to announce the addition of a second ambulance to EMS Station 2 (Bethlehem base) in response to a growing number of emergency calls in the southwest region of the county. A total of eight paramedics are being hired to staff the new ambulance, which was put into…
Read MoreForgiven Ministry celebrates 25 years
By ANGELA FARR KING Scottie Barnes said she would never go back inside a prison after spending much of her childhood accompanying her mother on weekend visits to see her father, who was in and out of prison all of Scottie’s life. Scottie said, “We would borrow a car and pack sandwiches because we didn’t…
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