SportsJuly 15, 2026
alderman
/ˈɔːldərmən/
Definition
An elected member of a municipal council or city government board.
Etymology
The word originates from Old English 'ealdorman', combining 'eald' (old) and 'man'. It originally referred to a high-ranking official or prince, eventually evolving into the title for a representative on a local city council.
In the news
In the article, the term is used to describe the father of Diane Horton Deal, noting his civic service as an elected official for the town of China Grove.
Sports obituary: Diane Horton Deal was one of South’s first basketball stars
Read the full article ↗Salisbury Post