Man arrested for setting two fires
On October 2, 2025, at approximately 7:59 AM, Alexander County 911 received a report of a fire at 610 Ruritan Park Road in Stony Point. Due to evidence suggesting the fire had been intentionally set, the Alexander County Fire Marshal requested the assistance of the Alexander County Sheriff’s Office. Deputies responded to the scene…
Read MoreHiddenite Celebration held September 27
By ANGELA FARR KING The fourth Saturday in September is typically a busy festive day in the small community of Hiddenite. It is designated each year as the day for the annual Hiddenite Celebration of the Arts and it is a time for this community to come together and celebrate their rich heritage. This was…
Read MoreTeacher receives $50,000 Harbor Freight award
Scottie Cook, Ag Mechanics teacher at Alexander Central High School, was presented a rolling tool chest this week and a $50,000 award ($35,000 to ACHS and $15,000 to Cook) as one of 25 teachers honored across the United States in the Tools For Schools Prize For Teaching Excellence. Cook, the only NC teacher chosen this…
Read MoreAlexander County changing to new eCourts system
Courts in Alexander County will undergo a historic transformation with the implementation of eCourts in October 2025. The official “go live” date is October 13, 2025. Residents should anticipate limited court services during the transition period as the Clerk of Superior Court’s office prepares for this major technological upgrade. • Beginning October 1, 2025, the…
Read MoreVehicle chase spans 3 counties
A Catawba County man faces multiple charges after leading officers on a chase across three counties. On Tuesday, September 30, at approximately 10:30 p.m., members of the NC State Highway Patrol were conducting a license checkpoint on NC 16 near Shell Hollar Road, according to Master Trooper Christopher M. Casey. A 2015 Chevrolet Malibu approached…
Read MoreVeronica “Roni” Bottali Davis
Veronica “Roni” Bottali Davis, 75, of Hickory, entered her heavenly home on September 24, 2025. Roni was born on January 18, 1950, in Avonmore, Pennsylvania, to the late Pete Paul Bottali and Ida Sabo Bottali. From the very beginning, she lived life with a radiant spirit; charismatic, charming, daring, witty, and always on trend. Her…
Read MoreLisa Eaker Lemons
Lisa Eaker Lemons, 60, of Taylorsville, passed away on Friday, September 26, 2025, at her home. Lisa was born on December 31, 1964, in Cleveland County, to parents, Shirley Heafner Eaker of Lawndale and the late Paul Mitchell Eaker. Lisa was a retired regional truck driver and was a member of New Life Church in…
Read MoreHiddenite Celebration set for Sept. 27
The 44th Annual Hiddenite Celebration of the Arts will take place on Saturday, September 27, from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. at Hiddenite Church Road in Hiddenite. This free street festival features arts & crafts vendors, food vendors, living history demonstrations within the folk-life pavilion, live performances on four stages, an interactive children’s area, ASU…
Read MoreTaylorsville man wins $100K on TV
A Taylorsville man was a big winner recently on the “Wheel of Fortune” TV show, according to WCNC. Cory Earp, sixth grade teacher at Newton-Conover Middle School, made his debut on Friday’s show as part of a week celebrating teachers. Earp won the main round and advanced to the bonus round, choosing the “What Are…
Read MoreSheriff warns of telephone scam
Alexander County Sheriff Chad Pennell wants to alert the community to a phone scam which developed recently. Unknown individuals are calling citizens, claiming to be from the Alexander County Sheriff’s Office, said Pennell. They may say that you or someone you know has warrants, needs DNA testing, or must pay fees for an ankle monitor.…
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