Eva Maude Fulbright Echerd
Eva Maude Fulbright Echerd, affectionately known as Maude, age 83, was born on June 5, 1942, in Catawba County. She passed away peacefully on October 19, 2025, at Gordon Hospice House in Iredell County, leaving behind a legacy of love and cherished memories. Maude was a member of Mt. Herman Baptist Church, where her faith…
Read MoreMan is charged in killing his girlfriend
Murder suspect located in Ohio A man who is a suspect in an October 7 murder in Taylorsville has been captured, according to Alexander County Sheriff Chad Pennell. On Tuesday, October 7, 2025, at approximately 1:03 PM, deputies with the Alexander County Sheriff’s Office responded to a residence located at 209 Stan De La Drive,…
Read MoreKimberly Michelle Mathis Ray
Kimberly Michelle Mathis Ray, 59, of Lowgap, passed away unexpectedly on Thursday, October 16, 2025, following an extended illness. Kim was born in Grand Forks, North Dakota, on June 22, 1966, to the late Ernest Gene Mathis and Louise Marie Ellman Rosser. She is survived by her devoted husband of 23 years, Luther Kidd Ray;…
Read MoreHazelene Bentley Munday
Hazelene Bentley Munday, 88, of Statesville, passed away on Thursday, October 16, 2025, at her home. Hazelene was born April 7, 1937, in Alexander County, the daughter of the late Ambrose Thorton Bentley and Ruby Jane Daniels Bentley. She worked for Zimmers Inc. for 11 years and was a member of Freedom Baptist Church in…
Read MoreElizabeth “Peaches” Keever Privette
Elizabeth “Peaches” Keever Privette, 77, of Taylorsville, passed away on Thursday, October 16, 2025, at Gordon Hospice House in Statesville. Elizabeth was born June 1, 1948, in Alexander County, the daughter of the late W.D. Keever and Alma Eckard Keever. She worked for Clayton-Marcus for many years and was a member of Mt. Bethel Methodist…
Read MoreDr. Jamon Flowers, ACHS alumni, is Professor at UGA
A reader recently brought The Times’ attention to Dr. Jamon Flowers’ career and accomplishments, and the educator obliged us with a phone interview. From ACHS to Higher Education Dr. Jamon H. Flowers, age 48, is a proud Alexander County graduate who attended Taylorsville and Stony Point Elementary Schools and East Junior High before earning his…
Read MoreBoard of Education adopts 2025-26 Budget
By ANGELA FARR KING The Alexander County Board of Education met for their regularly scheduled monthly meeting on Tuesday, October 13. The highlights of the evening were the approval of the audit of last year’s financial report and the approval of the budget for the 2025-26 school year. Sharon Mehaffey, the Chief Financial Officer for…
Read More35th Apple Festival is Saturday
The 35th Annual Taylorsville Apple Festival will be held on Saturday, October 18, 2025, from 9:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. in downtown Taylorsville. This year’s festivities will include crafts, fun, food, live music, and, of course, apples grown here in the Brushy Mountains. The Main Stage will have an Opening Ceremony at 8:00 a.m. with…
Read MoreN.C. Chief Justice visits Alexander County
On Monday, October 13, 2025, North Carolina Supreme Court Chief Justice Paul Newby, his wife, Macon, and Administrative Office of the Courts representatives visited the Alexander County Courthouse to meet with the Clerk of Court staff. The state-level court officials told the local staff they were on the cutting edge of technology as Alexander joins…
Read MoreIda Marlene Martin Austin
Ida Marlene Martin Austin, 87, passed away peacefully on Wednesday, October 15, 2025, at Valley Nursing Center in Alexander County. She was born on Thursday, September 22, 1938, in Watauga County, to the late Della VanDyke Martin. Marlene worked as a sewer at Clayton Marcus Furniture before her retirement. She was a member of Millersville…
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