Man struck by lightning
A man was apparently struck by lightning over the weekend while at a popular Taylorsville outdoor recreation spot. Daniel Fox, Alexander County Emergency Management Coordinator, confirmed that “on Saturday, July 12, 2025, at approximately 3:00 PM, a male individual—estimated to be around 50 years old—was possibly struck by lightning at Brushy Mountain Golf Course, located…
Read MoreBarbara Mae Buehner
Barbara Mae Buehner, 89, of Stony Point, passed away on Wednesday, July 16, 2025, at her home. Barbara was born July 29, 1935, in Medina County, Ohio, the daughter of the late Clarence Huff and Betty Zenk Huff. Barbara was a homemaker and of the Catholic faith. Those left to cherish and honor Barbara’s memories…
Read MoreBarbara Ann Burns
Barbara Ann Burns, 86, of Claremont, passed away on Wednesday, July 16, 2025, at her home. Barbara was born August 25, 1938, in Detroit, Michigan, the daughter of the late Orland Johnson and Francis Johnson. Barbara was a bookkeeper for the City of Hickory for a number of years and a member of Millersville Baptist…
Read MoreFrances Head Patrick
Frances Head Patrick, 82, of North Wilkesboro, passed away peacefully on Wednesday, July 16, 2025, at the Gordon Hospice House. Frances was born August 18, 1942, in Iredell County, to the late John David Head and Mildred Mayberry Head. She was a graduate of Central High School and a member of Pisgah Methodist Church. She…
Read MoreCar show, fundraiser pageant to assist Ingle
A fundraiser for Chelsey Ingle’s battle against cervical cancer will be held July 26, 2025, at Alexander Central High School, with festivities all day. All proceeds go to the Ingle family. There will be a car show from 8 a.m. to 2 p.m. with $25 entry fee (due upon arrival). Awards will be given. Contact…
Read MoreCharles Allen Lackey
Charles Allen Lackey, known as Junebug, born on February 12, 1965, in Alexander County to Charles Hugh Lackey and Sally Jolly Lackey, left this world peacefully on July 14, 2025, at Frye Regional Medical Center, surrounded by his cherished family after a brief illness. Survivors include his beloved sister, Deborah Lackey Dillard. A graveside service…
Read MorePatricia Gay Matlock Tarlton
Patricia Gay Matlock Tarlton, 92, of Taylorsville, passed away on Sunday, July 13, 2025. She was born in Hiddenite on September 1, 1932, to the late Thomas L. Matlock and Gay Hendren Matlock. She graduated in 1950 from Hiddenite High School and continued her education at Women’s College (UNC-G), graduating in 1953 with a degree…
Read MorePhyllis Ann Buchanan
Phyllis Ann Buchanan, 87, of Bakersville, passed away on Saturday, July 12, 2025, at Catawba Valley Medical Center. Phyllis was born September 22, 1937, in Mitchell County, the daughter of the late Claude Buchanan and Hazel Sparks Buchanan. Phyllis was a member of Lakeview Baptist Church in Hickory. She loved her immediate family and extended…
Read MoreTillis Eugene Rendleman Jr.
Tillis Eugene Rendleman Jr., 78, passed away peacefully to go home to be with Jesus Christ, his Lord and Savior, on July 11, 2025. Born on October 13, 1946, in Catawba County, to the late Tillis Eugene Rendleman, Sr. and Lucille Louise Brooks Rendleman, Tillis was a proud Army and U.S. Air Force veteran. Tillis…
Read MoreRom “Junior” Treadway
Rom “Junior” Treadway, 79, of Taylorsville, passed away on Friday, July 11, 2025, at his home. He was born August 15, 1945, in Wilkes County, the son of the late Rom Willard Treadway and Edna Earp Treadway. He worked for Sherrill Furniture for over 50 years and was a member of Taylorsville Church of God,…
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