Julian Earle “Jay” Walker
Julian Earle “Jay” Walker, 66, went home to be with Jesus on April 25, 2026. Born on February 16, 1960, Jay was a man of strong faith, deep love for his family, and a sense of humor that could make anyone laugh. Through every season of life, especially since 2004, when he began facing some…
Read MoreRichard William Jones, Jr.
Richard William Jones, Jr., 79, affectionately known as Rick, passed away on April 25, 2026, at Westwood Hills Nursing and Rehabilitation Center in Wilkes County. Born on April 11, 1947, in Wilkes County, Rick lived a full and dedicated life marked by service, passion, and commitment to both family and community. Rick began his professional…
Read MoreMyrtle Daphne St. Clair Warren
Myrtle Daphne St. Clair Warren, born on October 19, 1941, in Alexander County, left this earth to be with Christ her Saviour in Heaven on April 24, 2026, in Catawba County at Trinity Ridge. She lived a full life, marked by love and commitment to God and her family. Myrtle was what some would call…
Read MoreExtreme drought expands to 47 counties
Drought conditions have expanded in North Carolina. Forty-seven counties are now experiencing extreme drought, and most of the rest of the state is in severe drought, according to the North Carolina Drought Management Advisory Council (DMAC). For counties in extreme drought conditions, or D3, water systems are advised to follow their Water Shortage Response Plan…
Read MoreMan dies in crash
A Taylorsville man has died following a single car crash in the Bethlehem Community. On Thursday, April 23, 2026, at approximately 2:12 p.m., the North Carolina State Highway Patrol responded to and investigated a fatal collision on Rink Dam Road near Wittenburg Springs Drive, in Alexander County. A 2017 Dodge Durango was traveling East on…
Read MoreWendell “Keith” Allen
Wendell “Keith” Allen, 74, born on August 14, 1951, in Alexander County, passed away peacefully on April 23, 2026, at the Valley Nursing Center in Alexander County. A devoted family man and a cherished member of his community, Keith lived a life marked by dedication, passion, and a deep love for those around him. A…
Read MoreBobbie Gilbert Ferguson
Bobbie Gilbert Ferguson, age 88, a manager in the banking industry and a devoted member of her community, passed away peacefully at her home in Alexander County on April 17, 2026. Born on October 30, 1937, in Lincoln County, Bobbie Jean led a life marked by dedication, both to her professional career and her beloved…
Read MoreColene Deal Mullis
Colene Deal Mullis, 86, of Statesville, passed away peacefully in her sleep following a brief ailment on April 22, 2026. She was born in Taylorsville on June 25, 1939. Colene was known for her quiet strength and calm grace. She was not one to say much, but when she saw fit to share her wisdom,…
Read MoreCounty Commissioners review 2026-27 budget plans
The Alexander County Board of Commissioners held a budget work session on Monday, April 20, 2026, to review preliminary projections and priorities for the Fiscal Year 2026-2027 budget. County Manager Justin Mundy led the discussion as commissioners examined revenues, expenditures, and capital needs ahead of a formal budget presentation in May. The requested FY 2026-2027…
Read MoreShooting leads to murder charge
On April 21, 2026, at approximately 11:03 p.m., the Alexander County 911 Communications Center received a call reporting a civil disturbance at 71 Fairmont Court in Stony Point. The caller disconnected shortly after placing the call, according to Sheriff Chad Pennell. Moments later, a neighbor contacted 911, reporting that they heard yelling followed by several…
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