Richard 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…
Read MoreRobert Alan Carpenter
Robert Alan Carpenter, 65, of Taylorsville, passed away unexpectedly on Wednesday, August 20, 2025, in Taylorsville. Robert was born September 23, 1959, in Catawba County, the son of Bonita Jean Goodson Huffman and the late William Robert Carpenter. He was a carpenter by trade. In addition to his mother, those left to cherish and honor…
Read MoreMan arrested after throwing large rock at patrol vehicle
On August 12, 2025, the Alexander County 911 Communications Center received a report of a possible domestic disturbance at 195 Eastfield Lane in Taylorsville. As Deputies with the Alexander County Sheriff’s Office arrived on scene, a suspect—later identified as Brock Anthony Rennicker, a 40-year-old white male from Taylorsville—reportedly threw a large rock at a marked…
Read MoreLocal man wins $100,000
Paul Watts of Taylorsville (photo not available) took a chance on a $20 scratch-off and won a $100,000 prize. Watts bought his lucky Power 20s ticket from the Daytona on N.C. 90 East in Taylorsville. He arrived at lottery headquarters Friday, August 15, 2025, to claim his prize and, after required state and federal tax…
Read MoreOpening Session kicks off public school year
By MICAH HENRY It was a festive “start your engines” morning on Monday, August 18, 2025, at the Alexander County Schools Opening Session event, held with a NASCAR theme at the Alexander Central Auditorium. Dr. Bill Griffin, school superintendent, dressed in a race car driver’s suit and was master of ceremonies for the event. He…
Read MoreMichael Wade Caldwell
Michael Wade Caldwell, 69, passed away peacefully after a long battle with cancer on Tuesday, August 19, 2025, at Carolina Caring in Newton. He was born on Tuesday, September 7, 1955, in Iredell County. He was a beloved son, brother, father, uncle, and friend with a warm spirit and generous heart that touched the lives…
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