Veronica “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.…
Read MoreWoman injured in camper explosion
A Taylorsville woman was burned when an explosion and flash fire happened in her camper on Friday, Sept. 19, 2025. Alexander County Deputy Fire Marshal Garrett Huffman said the incident occurred about 11:20 p.m. at 563 Deal Valley Court, off Church Road in the Wittenburg Fire District. Wittenburg, Ellendale, and Bethlehem fire department personnel responded…
Read MoreDr. Stanley Alan Frye
Dr. Stanley Alan Frye, most commonly and lovingly referred to as “Pastor Stan,” made his heavenly journey from the Carolina Caring Catawba Valley Hospice House, surrounded by his loving wife of 60 years (September 25, 1965), children, and grandchildren on Tuesday, September 23, 2025, after a brief period of declining health. The family will receive…
Read MoreJackie Lee Tayes King
Jackie Lee Tayes King, 61, of Lexington, passed away on Tuesday, September 23, 2025, at Catawba Valley Medical Center following an extended illness. Jackie was born in Iredell County on September 6, 1964, to the late Jay Tayse and Mildred Campbell Tayse. Survivors include two daughters, Tabitha James of Statesville and Angie Woody of Mt.…
Read MoreDouglas Wayne Paige
Douglas Wayne Paige, born on May 12, 1962, in Catawba County, left this world peacefully at his home in Valdese on September 23, 2025. He will be remembered as a devoted husband, father, grandfather, and friend who touched the lives of many with his kindness and passion for life. Douglas dedicated much of his career…
Read MoreCharles Larry Jones, Sr.
Charles Larry Jones, Sr., 77, of Taylorsville, passed away on Tuesday, September 23, 2025, at Frye Regional Medical Center. Charles was born May 2, 1948, in Putnam County, Florida, the son of the late Margaret Jones Dowling and step-dad, Lonnie Dowling. Charles proudly served in the United States Marines during the Vietnam Era. He was…
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