Dust off your reusable totes and get your shopping lists ready… the Alexander County Farmers Market is back for the season, bringing a fresh bounty of local goods to two convenient locations. From the crunch of just-picked vegetables to the sweet scent of handmade soaps and baked goods, this year’s market promises a vibrant showcase […]
Alexander County announces 2026 Summer Concert Series
Alexander County is pleased to announce the 2026 Summer Concert Series on the Rotary Performance Stage at Alexander County Courthouse Park in downtown Taylorsville. The free concert series will feature five bands on the following dates: • May 9 – On The Border (Eagles tribute) • June 6 – Harvest Moon (Crosby, Stills, Nash & […]
Boo! Here’s a list of free Halloween events in Alexander County
If you’re looking for some Halloween fun in Alexander County, look no further! Here is a list of local trunk-or-treat events and fall festivals that is sure to fill your candy bag and bring a smile to your face. 😊 Mt. Pisgah Lutheran Church’s Fall Festival is planned Saturday, October 25, from 12:00 to 3:00 […]
Alexander County 6/12/24 Hour race attracts 33 runners from various states on April 2-3
The 2nd Annual Alexander County 6/12/24 Hour race, sanctioned by USA Track & Field (USATF), attracted 33 runners from various states. The race was held from 8:00 a.m. on April 2 to 8:00 a.m. on April 3 at the Alexander Central High School track. Three (3) people from Alexander County competed in the event – […]
First-ever Vertical Night Challenge held Saturday, October 3 at Rocky Face Park
HIDDENITE, NC (October 15, 2020) — Congratulations to Brian Beal for his victory in the first-ever Vertical Night Challenge at Rocky Face Park on Saturday, October 3 at 6:00 p.m. A total of 56 runners completed this unique 8-lap race which uses the same 16-mile course as the popular Vertical Mile Challenge, but with the […]
Essay Series: “Why I Love Alexander County”
(Sponsored by The Taylorsville Times, this is the first in a series of guest essays by people living in Alexander County, telling in their own words why they love to live, work, and play in Alexander County. We hope to bring these to readers on a monthly basis. Essays are reviewed by a committee from […]