Crowd grows for 2026 Apple Blossom Festival
Crowd grows for 2026 Apple Blossom Festival
Read MoreACHS Teams advance to playoffs fourth round
– NCHSAA 6A PLAYOFFS – Lady Cougars demolish TC Roberson; advance to fourth round ACHS will face top-seeded Kings Mountain By DN PENNELL, Jr. Alexander Central continued its dominant postseason run Tuesday night, May 12, 2026, overwhelming TC Roberson 15-0 in three innings during third-round action of the NCHSAA 6A State Softball Playoffs at Central…
Read MoreCounty plans to clear more debris-laden streams
By MICAH HENRY The Alexander County Board of Commissioners approved a measure at their meeting on Tuesday, May 12, 2026, to accept state grant money for streamflow rehabilitation projects. Soil and Water Conservation District Director Pamela Bowman presented the item to the board, noting the Streamflow Rehabilitation Assistance Program (StRAP) awarded the Alexander District $516,000…
Read MoreStudent recognized as a hero
By ANGELA FARR KING The Alexander County Board of Education held their monthly meeting on Monday, May 11, 2026, at 6:00 p.m. It was a night of celebrating the accomplishments of some of the outstanding students in Alexander County Schools. One award stood out because of the bravery that was required of this student. Dakota…
Read MoreAsa “Bruce” Kerley
Asa “Bruce” Kerley, 78, passed away peacefully at his home surrounded by family on May 13, 2026. He was born August 4, 1947, in Taylorsville, the only son of the late Rev. Asa and Billie Davis Kerley. Bruce served his country in the United States Army for two years during the Vietnam War. Upon returning…
Read MoreJames Monroe Wike
A life well-lived deserves to be celebrated. James Monroe Wike, 95, of Taylorsville, was called home to be with the Lord on Tuesday, May 12, 2026, at Atrium Health Wake Forest Baptist Wilkes Medical Center after a period of declining health. A devoted husband, father, and grandfather, James loved spending time with his family and…
Read MoreDavid John Ozment
David John Ozment, 65, born on June 10, 1960, in Kokomo, Indiana, passed away at his home in Alexander County on May 11, 2026. He was known for his dedication to his work and his love for the outdoors. David’s career was devoted to lawn care, where he applied his expertise and passion to beautify…
Read MoreMiller Walker
Miller Walker, 97, of Taylorsville, was peacefully called home to his Heavenly Father on May 11, 2026. A dedicated man of God and a pillar of his family, Miller was an establishing member of Rocky Face Baptist Church. His life was a testament to his deep-seated faith and his unwavering commitment to his family. After…
Read MoreAlice Williams Crouch
With heavy hearts, we announce the passing of a beloved mother, Alice Williams Crouch, 85, of Taylorsville, who went home to be with her Lord and Savior on Saturday, May 9, 2026, at Carolina Caring in Newton. Alice was born on August 14, 1940, in Alexander County. She was the cherished daughter of Willie David…
Read MoreState-issued burn ban lifted for all NC
Fire danger moderates following recent rainfall Effective at 8 a.m. Friday, May 8, 2026, the N.C. Forest Service has lifted a ban on all open burning for Alamance, Anson, Cabarrus, Chatham, Davidson, Davie, Forsyth, Gaston, Guilford, Iredell, Mecklenburg, Montgomery, Moore, Randolph, Rockingham, Rowan, Stanly, Stokes and Union counties. The ban, which went into effect statewide…
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