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05/20/2026

Taylorsville- On Tuesday, May 19th, at approximately 8:29 p.m., the North Carolina State Highway Patrol responded to and investigated a fatal collision on Rink Dam Road near Fess Little Road, in Al…

05/20/2026

The Walk & Bike Alexander County Multimodal Transportation Plan presents a long-term vision for a safer, more connected, and more accessible bicycle and pedestrian network throughout the count…

05/19/2026

Summer meal pick up will begin on Monday June 1st and continue every Monday through August 17th. Each weekly meal box will contain 7 breakfast and & 7 lunches along with 1 Gallon of milk. *Ple…

05/19/2026

BLOWING ROCK – The N.C. Department of Transportation soon will add safety measures to a stretch of U.S. 321 as the highway climbs the slopes of northern Caldwell County. TRP Construction Group LLC,…

05/14/2026

On Tuesday, May 12th, at approximately 10:31 p.m., the North Carolina State Highway Patrol responded to and investigated a fatal collision on NC 105 near the Avery County line, in Watauga County. A…

05/14/2026

Gary L Herman Alexander County Schools Superintendent Dr. Bill Griffin provided an update at the May 12 meeting of the Alexander County Board of Commissioners. During a recent budget work session, …

05/11/2026

A Hickory teen that was listed as missing last week by the Catawba County Sheriff’s Office has been found safe. 15-year-old Chynia Zeaunia Parson was found on Saturday. No other details have been r…

05/11/2026

Today marks the beginning of National Police Week it is a time dedicated to honoring the brave men and women of law enforcement who serve and protect their communities every day.

National Police Week was established in 1962 when President John F. Kennedy signed a proclamation designating May 15th as Peace Officers Memorial Day and the week in which it falls as National Police Week. Since then, departments across the nation have come together to recognize the sacrifices made by law enforcement officers, especially those who have given their lives in the line of duty.

We would like to take this opportunity to thank all current and retired law enforcement officers for their dedication, courage, and commitment to public service. We also remember and honor the fallen heroes who made the ultimate sacrifice protecting others.

Please join us this week in showing appreciation for the officers who work tirelessly to keep our communities safe.

05/10/2026

05/10/2026

Terrell- On Friday, May 8th at approximately 3:23 p.m., The NC State Highway Patrol responded to and investigated a fatal collision on Mount Pleasant Road, in Catawba County. A 2021 Dodge Charger t…