Conley named to fill District Judge seat
On Friday, May 23, 2025, Governor Josh Stein announced the appointment of Statesville attorney Ms. Jessie Conley to the District Court for Judicial District 32, serving Alexander and Iredell counties. Conley is filling the vacancy created after the Honorable Bryan Corbett resigned in March. Conley currently works at Pressly, Thomas & Conley, P.A., in Statesville…
Read MoreMemorial Day ceremony held May 26
By MICAH HENRY “Today is about those who served this country and made the supreme sacrifice,” said Col. Bill Oxford, guest speaker at the Alexander County Memorial Day Ceremony, held on Monday, May 26, 2025, at the Veterans Building on Carrigan Road in Taylorsville. More than one million American men and women have lost their…
Read MoreVietnam War buddies reconnect in Stony Point
By MICAH HENRY For Stony Point resident and Vietnam veteran Terry Miller, the story of his war experience isn’t about him — it’s about the Army’s brave working canines known as Scout Dogs, who sniffed out enemy land mines, troops, and other dangers, saving thousands of lives during the Vietnam War. And it’s about the…
Read MoreJill Waugh Marsh
Jill Waugh Marsh, 75, of Taylorsville, passed away peacefully on May 27, 2025, after a long and courageous journey with health complications. Born on July 20, 1949, to Dorothy “Dot” Dagenhart Waugh and James Ronald Waugh, Jill grew up in Iredell County and was a proud graduate of South Iredell High School. Early in her…
Read MoreArthur “David” Dawson
Arthur “David” Dawson, born to the late George Thomas and Edna Clark Dawson on March 7, 1955, in Henderson City, passed away peacefully at his home in Alexander County on May 26, 2025. He was a correctional officer at Alexander Correctional Center. He is survived by his wife of 51 years, Ann Craig Dawson, and…
Read MoreCathy Elaine Lackey
Cathy Elaine Lackey, born on November 1, 1952, passed peacefully to her heavenly home on May 24, 2025. Cathy, a beloved mother, mother-in-law, grandmother, sister, and friend, left an incredible mark on everyone who knew her through her unwavering love and dedication to her family. Cathy dedicated 32 years of her life as a quality…
Read MoreMissy Ann Smith Parson
Missy Ann Smith Parson, a beloved member of the Taylorsville community, passed away on Friday, May 23, 2025, at Lenoir Health and Rehab in Caldwell County. Born on Tuesday, October 5, 1976, in Wilkes County, she enriched the lives of many with her warm heart and steadfast dedication to her family and friends. Missy devoted…
Read MoreNaomi Rowe
Naomi Rowe, 80, passed away on May 23, 2025, at her residence. She was born on January 31, 1945, to the late Rev. James Calvin and Vertie C. Rowe. She was a faithful member of St. John Baptist Church from her youth. Naomi graduated from Happy Plains High School in 1963. She worked for a…
Read MoreBen “Benny” Marcus Leonard, Jr.
Ben “Benny” Marcus Leonard, Jr., 76, of Taylorsville, passed peacefully at his home on Friday, May 23, 2025. Benny was born November 27, 1948, the son of the late Ben Marcus Leonard, Sr. and Eula Leonard. Benny grew up in Glen Alpine. Benny retired from Inmont Corp of Carbon City. Benny is survived by his…
Read MoreHodges will lead ACHS Men’s Basketball
The Alexander County Board of Education has approved the hire of Grant Hodges as the Alexander Central High School Men’s Basketball Head Coach. Hodges will fill the position that had been held by Cam Gant for the past two seasons, Gant announced his resignation in April. Alexander Central Principal Jacob Lail commented on the hiring…
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