Amanda Bailey Wilson, 72, of Statesville, N.C., passed away Sunday, March 20, 2022, at her home. She was born July 2, 1949, in New York, N.Y., and was the daughter
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Special to Iredell Free News The 4th Annual Girls on the Run of the Greater Piedmont Rhylee Fielding Memorial Scholarship will be awarded to two girls in 2022. Recipients of
BY KARISSA MILLER Michelle Hepler will retire at the end of this month after 25 years of service at the Iredell County Parks and Recreation Department. A constant presence throughout
Founder Sport Group is the home of Alleson Athletic, Badger Sportswear, Garb Athletics, and Teamwork Athletic Apparel. The team members at Founder Sport Group are the most passionate and dedicated
FROM STAFF REPORTS The Iredell County Sheriff’s Office reported the following felony arrests: MARCH 11 ♦ Joseph Richard Johnson, 68, of Marlin Drive, Mooresville, charged with possession of marijuana, maintain
Rev. Clarence “Joe” Edward Dellinger, 87, of Statesville, N.C., went to be with his Lord and Savior on Friday, March 18, 2022. He was born on October 11, 1934, in
BY MIKE FUHRMAN The Iredell-Statesville Schools Board of Education has taken a stand for common sense and for parental rights in the face public pressure from a group of would-be
FROM STAFF REPORTS Four more deaths in Iredell County have been attributed to COVID-19. With the most recent deaths, which were reported between March 14-18 by the Iredell County Health
These positions are subject to pre-employment screenings. Iredell County does not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, creed, national origin, sex, age, political affiliation, genetic information, or handicapping
Special to Iredell Free News RALEIGH — The State of North Carolina will hold a Virtual Entry-Level Career Expo for individuals seeking entry-level employment and career opportunities with the State of
Dorothy Mae Grimes Sturghill, beloved daughter of Grover and Carrie Sherrill Grimes, was born in Iredell County, N.C., on July 12, 1935. She transitioned this life peacefully on Thursday, March
Jeffrey Martin Flagg, 61, of Mooresville, N.C., passed away on Thursday, March 17, 2022, at the S. Mitchell Mack Hospice House in Mooresville. He was born on November 9, 1960,
Duane Theodore Carter, 87, passed away on Thursday, March 17, 2022. He was born to the late Carl “Jack” and Velma Carter on December 18, 1934, in Mocksville, N.C. He
Mary Louise Galliher, 83, of Statesville, N.C., passed away on Thursday, March 17, 2022, at her home surrounded by her family. Born on June 15, 1938, in Marysville (Yuba County),
FROM STAFF REPORTS There were no reports of Iredell-Statesville Schools’ students or staff members testing positive for COVID-19 during the first four days after spring break. In the I-SS COVID-19
Special to Iredell Free News RALEIGH — In recognition of National Poison Prevention Week (March 20-26), Insurance Commissioner and Safe Kids N.C. Chair Mike Causey encourages North Carolinians to safely
Special to Iredell Free News In 1954, Iredell Memorial Hospital received its charter with the commitment to care for the community. The unique design of the charter included the expectation
Special to Iredell Free News The Downtown Statesville Wine Walk is the premiere event for wine lovers! Spend four hours on Saturday, April 23, in beautiful Downtown Statesville tasting remarkable
John “Joe” Odell Bullard, 78, of Mocksville, N.C., passed away on Thursday, March 17, 2022, at his residence. Joe was born on August 2, 1943, in Iredell County to the
Mrs. Bessie Geraldine Reid, 82, of 1592 West Cloaninger Avenue, Statesville, N.C., passed from this life at her home unexpectedly on Monday, March 14, 2022. She was born November 6,
Ashley Dawn Honeycutt, 47, of China Grove, N.C., passed away on March 10, 2022. She was born on January 23, 1975, in Mooresville, N.C., to the late Richard White and
BY KARISSA MILLER Troutman Middle School Principal Bryan Paslay said earlier this week that he has been thrown into the middle of another hot-button issue. He wants to set the
Special to Iredell Free News RALEIGH — Gov. Roy Cooper outlined steps on Thursday to move North Carolina forward from COVID-19. Cooper was joined by Kody Kinsley, secretary for the
BY KARISSA MILLER The Iredell County Board of Commissioners has approved an economic incentive for a local manufacturer of ice cream, yogurt and novelty foods. Commissioners voted unanimously Tuesday to
Joseph A. Fisher, a “jack of all trades,” passed away on March 15, 2022, at the age of 75. Joe is survived by his ex-wives, Linda and Janette; his daughters,
Ronnie William Sisk, who was known as “Pawpaw,” passed away Tuesday, March 15, 2022. He was born February 8, 1943, in Paris, Tenn., to the late Cecil Roy Sisk and
William Leroy Gibson, 76, of Statesville, N.C., passed away on Monday, March 14, 2022, at his home surrounded by his family. Bill was born on November 21, 1945. Bill graduated
Kathleen Johnson King, 98, of Statesville, N.C., passed away Wednesday, March 16, 2022, at Autumn Care of Statesville. Kathleen was born in Iredell County on August 15, 1923, to the
Reverend Luther Presley Gamble, 76, was born in Iredell County, N.C., on August 1, 1945, and was the son of the late John Ivery Gamble, and Clara Jane Ramsey Gamble.
Special to Iredell Free News The Mooresville Youth Council is working to ensure each foster child in Iredell County has a bag that’s “Packed with Love.” The youth council is
Special to Iredell Free News The deadline is approaching for students to apply for a Touchstone Energy Sports Camp Scholarship from EnergyUnited. Fifth- and sixth-grade students can apply for full
Special to Iredell Free News Iredell Health System has recently appointed three new members to its Board of Directors, and several members to the Board of Trustees, continuing its legacy
Special to Iredell Free News U.S. Attorney Dena J. King announced the civil forfeiture and return of cryptocurrency worth hundreds of thousands of dollars that was stolen from an older
Rolland A. “Jonesy” Jones, 91, of Mooresville, N.C., passed away on Monday, March 14, 2022. He was born in 1930 to Amanda and Robert Jones. He had two brothers, Stanley
Bradford Charles Haupt of 107 Summrow Court, Mooresville, N.C., passed away on March 9, 2022, at home. He was born on September 1, 1961, in the Somerset Hospital, Somerville, N.J.
Mildred Colleen Morrow, 91, of Statesville, N.C., passed away Tuesday, March 15, 2022, at her home. Colleen was born February 27, 1931, in Iredell County, the daughter of the late