Taylorsville tot in national competition for Toddler of the Year
Keira Carter, daughter of Kenzie Carter, a native of Taylorsville, is in the running for the #1 spot for Toddler of the Year, a national competition through Hasbro & Toys for Tots. Keira is currently a semi-finalist. Her mom, Kenzie, explained her reason for entering Keira in the competition: “My goal is to encourage our…
Read MoreJaShawn Shaterrian Chavez Howell
JaShawn Shaterrian Chavez Howell, 35, born on Sunday, April 1, 1990, in Caldwell County, passed away peacefully on Tuesday, August 26, 2025, at Novant Health Presbyterian Medical Center in Charlotte. He was called as a minister and ordained by Pastor Shannon Wright. He was also an entrepreneur of herbal tea out of Atlanta, Georgia. He…
Read MoreEthel Marie Richey Teague
Ethel Marie Richey Teague, 94, passed away peacefully at her home in Alexander County on Tuesday, August 26, 2025. She was born on Thursday, December 25, 1930, in Alexander County, to the late Plumer L. and Ida Yount Richey. For over 70 years, Ethel worked diligently as a sewer in the furniture industry. Survivors include…
Read MoreVickie Diana Reavis Hinson
Vickie Diana Reavis Hinson, 70, of Statesville, passed away surrounded by her family on Tuesday, August 26, 2025, following a brief illness. Vickie was born in Iredell County on February 23, 1955, to the late William Dwight Reavis and Shirley Mae Mowbray. She was of the Baptist faith. In addition to her parents, she was…
Read MorePauline Imogene Barker Evans
Pauline Imogene Barker Evans, 92, a cherished member of her family, was born on Tuesday, July 25, 1933, in Swain County. She passed away peacefully on Sunday, August 24, 2025, at Trinity Ridge in Catawba County. Pauline was known for the love she had for her family, always treasuring moments spent in their company. She…
Read MoreRichard Edward Fox
Richard Edward Fox, 78, beloved child of God, passed away Saturday, August 23, 2025, at Carolina Caring. Born October 27, 1946, in Catawba County, he was the son of the late Ray Edward Fox and Gertrude Hafer Fox. In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by his daughter, Glenda Eugenia Fox; step-mother,…
Read MoreStephen Neal Hammer
Stephen Neal Hammer passed away peacefully at home on Friday, August 22, 2025. Steve was born May 4, 1944, in Taylorsville, the son of the late Isaac Leroy Hammer and Amanda Hefner Hammer. In 1965, Steve volunteered for service in the United States Army, serving one tour in Vietnam with the 19th Artillery attached to…
Read MoreSherri Linda Ijames Boston
Sherri Linda Ijames Boston, 65, passed peacefully from this life the morning of August 22, 2025, after a gradual decline in health. Sherri was born in Mocksville on April 18, 1960, the daughter of John Lester Ijames and the late Liz Kate Reinhardt Ijames. Sherri loved gardening with her husband, spending time with her family,…
Read MoreOne dead, one hospitalized in Ellendale shooting
(Updated Aug. 20, 2025, at 6:51 p.m. to clarify that three men were involved in this incident) One man is dead and another is hospitalized after a dispute which led to a shooting in northwest Alexander County, according to Alexander County Sheriff Chad Pennell. At approximately 11:14 a.m. on Wednesday, August 20, 2025, the Alexander…
Read MoreJesse C. Fierro
After a brief and courageous battle against cancer, Jesse C. Fierro, age 69, of Taylorsville, passed away on Wednesday, August 20, 2025, at Gordon Hospice House. Jesse was born April 8, 1956, in Los Angeles, California, the son of the late Jesus Fierro and Celia Sanchez Fierro. He proudly served in the United States Marine…
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