Donald Robert Nance
Donald Robert Nance, 85, a beloved figure in his community, was born on July 19, 1939, in Catawba County. He passed away peacefully on February 6, 2025, at Carolina Caring in Catawba County. Don was a man of faith, having been a former deacon at Bethlehem Baptist Church. Throughout his life, Don was known for…
Read MoreCleatus Smith
Cleatus Smith, 89, of the Bethlehem Community, passed away on Thursday, February 6, 2025, at his home. Cleatus was born July 24, 1935, in Caldwell County, the son of the late Loyce Smith and Eula Canon Smith. Cleatus proudly served in the United States Army during the Korean Conflict, he was stationed in Guam. He…
Read MoreJohn Wayne Connolly
John Wayne Connolly, 79, born on March 15, 1945, in Alexander County, to the late William Doc Connolly and Dollie Gregory Connolly, passed away peacefully at his home in Alexander County on February 5, 2025. John proudly served his country in the United States Army and was a Vietnam Veteran. John is survived by his…
Read MoreUpdate on Bethlehem incorporation
By MICAH HENRY Don Taylor, one of the main proponents of an incorporation push for the Bethlehem Community, spoke during the public comment portion of the Alexander County Commission meeting on Monday, Feb. 3, 2025, and gave an update on the incorporation process. “It’s not just about process, it’s about our community, our future, and…
Read MoreAlexander Co. property revaluation moved to 4-year cycle
At their February 3, 2025, meeting, the Alexander County Board of Commissioners approved a resolution to move to a four-year property revaluation cycle, as presented by County Manager Todd Herms, according to a county press release. Prior to this change, Alexander County utilized an eight-year cycle with the next revaluation scheduled for 2031. Herms said…
Read MorePublic input sought on DOT Draft 10-Year Plan
NC 127 widening now delayed to 2034 A draft of the state’s next long-range transportation improvements plan is now available for public review online at https://www.ncdot.gov/initiatives-policies/Transportation/stip/development/Pages/resources.aspx. Of interest to several motorists, construction for the proposed NC 127 widening will possibly be delayed by nine years. The NC 127 widening project, originally set for right of…
Read MoreCouncil explores sale of Urgent Care building
Council asked to help fund David Odom Memorial Scholarship By ANGELA FARR KING The Taylorsville Town Council met for their regularly scheduled meeting on Tuesday, Feb. 4, 2025, at 5:30 p.m. Town Manager Nathan Hester brought up a discussion with the Council about the possibility of selling the building where the Urgent Care of Mountain…
Read MoreFaye Alice Burner
Faye Alice Burner, a lawyer and advocate for families in need, passed away at her home in Alexander County on Tuesday, February 4, 2025, at the age of 69. She was born on Tuesday, August 30, 1955, in Duval, Florida, to the late George and Alice Leighton Burner. Faye was a proud member of the…
Read MoreBetty Lou Stansel Bumgarner
Betty Lou Stansel Bumgarner, 85, born on Tuesday, May 2, 1939, in Cleveland County, passed away peacefully at her home in Alexander County on Tuesday, February 4, 2025. A member of Poplar Springs Baptist Church, Betty embodied the values of love and service that characterized her life. Betty was a beloved mother to her children,…
Read MoreLula Belle Steele
Lula Belle Steele, 85, of Hiddenite, the wife of the late Raymond Steele, passed away on Monday, February 3, 2025. Lula Belle was born on October 6, 1939, in Wilkes County, the daughter of the late John and Lela Brown Swaim. Lula Belle owned Steele’s Amoco in Hiddenite and was of the Baptist faith. She…
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