Georgia Icard Diamond
Georgia Icard Diamond, 82, of Hickory, passed away on Wednesday, August 13, 2025, at Catawba Valley Medical Center. Georgia was born on February 22, 1943, in Alexander County, to the late Forrest Raydron Icard and Mazie Amanda Hollar Icard. She was of the Baptist faith and retired from Diamond Enterprises. Georgia enjoyed painting, photography, and…
Read MoreMan’s cancer battle chronicled in book
By MICAH HENRY You might have seen him in a gray and black State Highway Patrol car in years past. But you might not have heard about his epic battle with cancer — and the positive way he has come through it all. Tim Tarleton, 70, and his wife, Linda, have written about the entire…
Read MoreReaders’ Choice Awards voting underway, two $50 prizes remain
The Alexander County Economic Development Corporation (EDC) and The Taylorsville Times are partnering again this year to promote local businesses through the Eleventh Annual Alexander County Readers’ Choice Awards. Please take the survey on Page 8 of this week’s Back to School section in The Times or available online at www.alexanderedc.org/survey, and list your favorite…
Read MoreNew school voting districts approved
The Alexander County Board of Education (BOE) approved new school voting districts for upcoming elections at their meeting on Monday, August 11. Since 2001, the BOE has had four school voting districts. A referendum passed last year by Alexander County voters requires school board members to be elected in partisan elections. Also, Taylor Dellinger, data…
Read MoreEvelyn Marie Brown Keever
Evelyn Marie Brown Keever, 90, of Taylorsville, passed away on Tuesday, August 12, 2025, at her home. Evelyn was born on November 20, 1934, in Alexander County, the daughter of the late Crowson Lynn Brown and Julia Faye Stikeleather Brown. Evelyn worked for Southern Device for 25 years and was of the Baptist faith. She…
Read MoreLilliana Elice Ferro
On Monday, August 11, 2025, Lilliana Elice Ferro, gained her angel wings. She was the daughter of Matias Fajardo Ferro and Christy Michelle Miller. In addition to her parents, those left to cherish her memory include her maternal grandmother, Patsy Elder; her paternal grandparents, Juan Jose Ferro and Claudia Svagelj; and her paternal great-grandparent, Perla…
Read MoreSabert Joe Prevette
Sabert Joe Prevette, 65, of Stony Point, passed away unexpectedly on Monday, August 11, 2025, at home. Joe was born in Wilkes County on April 25, 1960, to the late Sabert Prevette and Rose Prevette. He was of the Baptist faith. Survivors include his wife of over 40 years, Donna Jackson Prevette of the home;…
Read MoreRachel Michelle Fogle
Rachel Michelle Fogle, 44, of Charlotte, entered her heavenly home on August 10, 2025, after a long, courageous battle with cancer. Born on December 19, 1980, in Hugoton, Kansas, Rachel lived a life rich in creativity, compassion, and courage. She was the beloved daughter of Sandra Dills Von Eschen and Matthew John Fogle, and stepdaughter…
Read MoreJames “Norris” Poole
James “Norris” Poole, 72, of Taylorsville, passed away unexpectedly on Sunday, August 10, 2025, at his home. Norris was born August 7, 1953, in Alexander County, the son of Madia Poole Jones and his step-father, Joe Jones. Norris was of the Baptist faith. He enjoyed socializing with friends, enjoyed cooking, and loved to watch Westerns.…
Read MoreJames “Jimmy” G. Jackson
James “Jimmy” G. Jackson, 81, of Taylorsville, passed away on Friday, August 8, 2025, at Catawba Valley Living at Rock Barn in Claremont. Jimmy was born March 4, 1944, in Syracuse, New York, the son of the late Carlyle Biddle Jackson and Olive May Garrett. Jimmy proudly served in the United States Army during the…
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