In rain, 310 seniors graduate from ACHS
By MICAH HENRY The Alexander Central High School 2025 Graduation Ceremony, held Friday, June 6, at Cougar Stadium, was quite memorable, as much as for the weather as the gifted students going out into the world. Senior Taylor Brown, Student Body Co-President, introduced stage guests and gave the graduation address. She is the daughter of…
Read MoreAntique auto club visits The Hiddenite Center
By MICAH HENRY Dozens of antique cars pulled into The Hiddenite Center’s Lucas Mansion parking lot on the morning of Saturday, May 31, as the NC Regional Group of the Horseless Carriage Club of America visited the Victorian era mansion. Club member Bill Adams, of Lexington, whose mother was from Taylorsville and father was from…
Read MoreLand named Father of Year
By MICAH HENRY “I never expected to be in this position. It really surprised me. I didn’t know what to say,” The Times’ 2025 Father of the Year Jim Land said, when he learned of the honor. His daughter Lucinda Land Morin, of Marion, NC, wrote the winning essay. She spoke with The Times alongside…
Read MoreJimmy Guy Chapman
Jimmy Guy Chapman, 87, passed away on Thursday, June 12, 2025, at Taylorsville House Assisted Living Center, surrounded by his family. Born in Alexander County on Monday, September 6, 1937, Jimmy was the youngest child of the late William Butler (Sam) Chapman and Ora Chapman Chapman. Jimmy is survived by his wife of 65 years,…
Read MoreGene Thomas Setzer
Gene Thomas Setzer, 83, of Taylorsville, passed away on Thursday, June 12, 2025, at his residence. He was born November 19, 1941, in Catawba County, to the late Loy Cope Setzer and Ruth Sigmon Setzer. Gene was a dedicated member of St. Stephens Lutheran Church, MS in Hickory, and a proud United States Army veteran.…
Read MoreLucile J. Lankas
Lucile J. Lankas, 94, of Taylorsville, passed away on Thursday, June 12, 2025, at her home. Lucile was born May 29, 1931, in Chicago, Illinois, the daughter of the late John P. Eyth and Josephine H. Eyth. Lucile attended Trinity Church in Oaklawn, Illinois. Those left to cherish and honor her memories include her son,…
Read MoreTerry Wayne Wyatt
Terry Wayne Wyatt, 64, passed away on Wednesday, June 11, 2025, at Catawba Valley Medical Center in Catawba County. He was born to the late William Paul Wyatt and Betty Jo Shepherd Wyatt on Tuesday, November 29, 1960, in Lincoln County. Terry worked in the furniture industry building frames. During his free time, he enjoyed…
Read MoreFrances Jones Roberts
Frances Jones Roberts, 86, of Hiddenite, passed away peacefully on Tuesday, June 10, 2025, at Ridge Valley Center in Wilkesboro. Frances was born February 24, 1939, in Casar, NC, the daughter of the late Clyde Jones and Mary Brooks Jones. Frances retired from the Alexander County School System, where she was a teacher. She was…
Read MoreJohn F. Serbin
John F. Serbin, 81, of Taylorsville, passed away on Tuesday, June 10, 2025, at his home. John was born May 14, 1944, in Chicago, Illinois, the son of the late Edward Serbin and Jean Kubich Serbin. John proudly served in the United States Marine Corps during the Vietnam Era from 1961 to 1967. He retired…
Read MoreJames Arthur Cloer Sr.
After a courageous battle with cancer, James Arthur Cloer Sr., 61, of Taylorsville, passed away on Sunday, June 8, 2025, at home surrounded by his family. Jamie was born in Alexander County on March 11, 1964, to the late Robert Lee Cloer and Florence Pennell Cloer. He was a material handler with TB Arhaus and…
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