Dwight Thomas Walker
Dwight Thomas Walker, affectionately known as “Buckwheat,” age 81, was born on Wednesday, June 9, 1943, in Alexander County. He passed away peacefully on Saturday, June 7, 2025, at Carolina Caring in Catawba County, just two days shy of his 82nd birthday. Dwight was a devoted family man and a stalwart member of his community,…
Read MoreJeffrey Dale Cole
Jeffrey Dale Cole, 49, passed away on Friday, June 6, 2025, at Wake Forest Baptist Medical Center in Winston-Salem. He was born on Friday, January 16, 1976, in Beckley, West Virginia, to Danny Cole and the late Linda McCoy Cole. Jeffrey attended Taylorsville Church of God. Survivors include his son, Nathan Cole; his father, Danny…
Read MoreTamera Sue McKamey Johnson
Tamera Sue McKamey Johnson, 60, of Taylorsville, passed away peacefully on Friday, June 6, 2025, at the Wake Forest Baptist Medical Center in Winston-Salem. Tamera was born on Wednesday, August 12, 1964, in Charlottesville, Virginia. She lived a life filled with love, kindness, and dedication to her family. Tamera enjoyed a career as a manager…
Read MoreWanda Brookshire Stafford
Wanda Brookshire Stafford, 84, born on April 25, 1941, in Alexander County, went to her heavenly home on June 6, 2025, at the Frye Regional Medical Center in Catawba County. She lived a life enriched by the love of her family and her dedication to community service through various interests and church activities. Wanda had…
Read MoreRuby Jean Teague
Ruby Jean Teague, 87, entered her heavenly home on Friday, June 6, 2025, at Valley Nursing Center in Alexander County. She was born on Saturday, October 16, 1937, in Alexander County — the place she proudly called home throughout her life. Ruby’s life was one of deep love, unwavering faith, and joyful spirit. A devoted…
Read MoreTravis Travon Parsons
Travis Travon Parsons, 45, of Taylorsville, passed away on Thursday, June 5, 2025. He was born on Tuesday, July 19, 1979, in Wilkes County, to William (Weewee) and Janice Parsons King. Travis will be sadly missed by all who love him. His smile and laugh were infectious. He touched so many people throughout his life.…
Read MoreLarry Lee Cloer “Bobo”
Larry Lee Cloer “Bobo,” 58, of Statesville, entered his heavenly home on Thursday, June 5, 2025, at his home surrounded by his loving family. Larry was born in Iredell County on April 30, 1967, to the late Robert Cloer and Florence Pennell Cloer. He attended Fern Hill Baptist Church. Survivors include a brother, James Cloer…
Read MoreJoe Roger McDaniels
Joe Roger McDaniels, 78, of Statesville, passed away on Wednesday, June 4, 2025, at S. Mitchell Mack Hospice House following an extended illness. Joe was born in Iredell County on December 6, 1946, to the late Ruben L. McDaniels and Effie May Dison McDaniels. Joe was a truck driver, worked at several wood companies, and…
Read MoreTaylorsville woman charged in I-77 collision death
A Taylorsville woman is facing charges after her car collided with stopped vehicles on Interstate 77 over the weekend. On Saturday, May 31, 2025, at approximately 10:20 p.m., the NC State Highway Patrol responded to and investigated a fatal collision in Iredell County on I-77 North near mile marker 43. Due to a previous collision,…
Read MoreCounty Commissioners approve $60M budget
The Alexander County Board of Commissioners adopted the 2025-2026 budget by a unanimous vote at the June 2 meeting, according to a county press release. Finance Director Jennifer Herman presented the 2025-2026 budget ordinance. The general fund budget totals $60,586,611. The property tax rate remains at 65 cents per $100 valuation. Herman said the new…
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