Deborah “Debbie” Reynolds
Deborah “Debbie” Reynolds, 74, of Stony Point, passed away peacefully on May 15, 2025, in Greensboro. Debbie was raised in Martinsville, Virginia, where she attended Drewry Mason High School. She was an enthusiastic and active member of the Math & Science Club, and her early passion for these subjects led her to pursue higher education…
Read MoreOla Mae Sheets
Ola Mae Sheets, 84, passed away peacefully at home surrounded by family on May 15, 2025, following an extended illness. Ola was born in Washington, Virginia, on February 15, 1941, to the late Marvin Trivette and Rebecca Hart Trivette. She was a member of Wayfound Baptist Church. In addition to her parents, she was preceded…
Read MoreRoger Dale Meredith
Roger Dale Meredith, 75, of Union Grove, went home to be with the Lord on Thursday, May 15, 2025, at Iredell Memorial Hospital following a brief illness. Roger was born in Iredell County on May 19, 1949, to the late Sam Woodrow Meredith and Esther Sharpe Meredith. Roger loved gardening, fishing, the outdoors, and his…
Read MoreSetzer is artist with unique talents
By MICAH HENRY Karen Canter “KC” Setzer is a woman of many talents, evidenced during various phases of her life: juggler, athlete, teacher, mother, ambidextrous writer, and artist. KC, 62, retired a few years ago from teaching, having worked in Alexander County Schools for many years. She had learned juggling as a child. As a…
Read MoreJuel Deal Brafford
Juel Deal Brafford, 87, of Taylorsville, passed away on Wednesday, May 14, 2025, at Mitchell Mack Hospice House in Mooresville. Juel was born September 19, 1937, in Alexander County, the daughter of the late John Calvin Deal and Delia Wike Deal. Juel was involved with secretarial work for most of her working career. She was…
Read MoreDaigle to become West Alexander’s new Principal
Alexander County School Superintendent Dr. Bill Griffin has announced that Hiddenite Elementary Principal Amy Daigle is moving to West Alexander Middle School at the end of this school year. Daigle has been at Hiddenite Elementary for three years now and spent four years beforehand as Assistant Principal at East Alexander Middle School. Daigle is a…
Read MoreCounty budget work session held, vote is May 19
Fire taxes to increase, property tax to remain 65¢ per $100 Alexander County Commissioners continued their discussion of the 2025-2026 proposed budget at a work session on Monday, May 12, 2025. Alexander County Finance Director Jennifer Herman said the proposed budget will be officially presented during a public hearing at the May 19 meeting. With…
Read MoreFormer Citizen of Year A.R. Walker succumbs
Retired Taylorsville insurance agent A. R. “Richard” Walker, 94, of Taylorsville, passed away on Thursday, May 8, 2025, at Frye Regional Medical Center. Walker was presented the 1998 Alexander County Citizen of the Year Award by the Chamber of Commerce. The nomination form submitted about Walker noted, “This dynamic citizen has provided positive leadership to…
Read MoreRedbird Ridge event venue opens
Redbird Ridge Estate announces an exciting new chapter as they recently purchased the former Ellendale Farms property west of Taylorsville. Located on 72 breathtaking acres, the estate now invites couples, event planners, and retreat-goers to experience the beauty and serenity of this unique destination, where every love story and life journey is celebrated in harmony…
Read MoreRuth Ann Thomas Ferrese
Ruth Ann Thomas Ferrese, 77, born to the late Rupert and Shelma Foster Thomas on Friday, January 30, 1948, in Clay County, West Virginia, passed away peacefully on Monday, May 12, 2025, at Carolina Caring in Catawba County. Ruth was a member of Bethlehem Baptist Church. Ruth is survived by her husband of 57 years,…
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