Carol 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…
Read MoreTown Council vote to stagger election terms fails
By ANGELA FARR KING The Taylorsville Town Council met on Tuesday, October 7, 2025, for their regularly scheduled monthly meeting. One of the main items on the agenda was voting on a charter ordinance that would establish staggered terms of service for all council members other than the mayor. This ordinance was discussed in a…
Read MoreEva “Pete” Mae Cloninger
Eva “Pete” Mae Cloninger, 91, of Claremont, went home to be with the Lord on October 8, 2025, after fighting a long, courageous battle with dementia, surrounded by her loved ones at her home. She was born on January 9, 1934, in Catawba County, to the late Willie Poarch and Naomi Ruth Poarch. Eva was…
Read MoreFrederick Steven Jolly
Frederick Steven Jolly, 70, passed away peacefully at his home in Alexander County on Wednesday, October 8, 2025. He was born on Wednesday, August 3, 1955, in Alexander County, to the late Fred and Betty Spencer Jolly. Frederick proudly and courageously served his country in the United States Army. He was of the Baptist faith.…
Read MoreMelanie Keller Solomon
Melanie Keller Solomon, 61, of Hiddenite, passed away on Tuesday, October 7, 2025, at her home. Melanie was born July 15, 1964, in Catawba County, the daughter of the late Floyd Keller and Sarah Elizabeth Johnson Keller. Melanie was of the Christian faith, and she loved her family, especially her grandchildren. She was preceded in…
Read MoreLeo Herbert Mayberry
Leo Herbert Mayberry, 84, of Taylorsville, a beloved family man, entered into his heavenly home on Monday, October 6, 2025, at Catawba Valley Medical Center. Leo was born on February 24, 1941, at his home in Alexander County, the son of the late William “Bill” Mayberry and Hessie Barnes Mayberry. After graduating high school, Leo…
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