BY JAMES PRESSLY As a concerned city taxpayer, fourth-generation Statesville resident, and local business owner, I want to express my growing frustration with the wasteful and misguided policies of the
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The Never-Ending Battle with Time Every student knows the feeling—you look at the clock, then back at your unfinished essay, and suddenly, panic sets in. There are too many assignments,
Special to IFN Iredell County Sports Hall of Fame Executive Director Steve Rankin announced the class of 2025 inductees on Tuesday. The annual induction banquet is scheduled for May 19
Mary Lee Parsons, 81, of Taylorsville, N.C., passed away on Tuesday, March 25, 2025, at the Gordon Hospice House in Statesville, N.C. Mary was born June 3, 1943, in Alexander
Jo Ann Skipper Murdock, 87, of Statesville, N.C., passed away Monday, March 24, 2025, at Autumn Care of Statesville. Jo Ann was born in Horry County on August 14, 1937,
With profound sadness, we share the passing of Susan Tose Spencer, a remarkable woman whose strength, intelligence, and pioneering spirit left an indelible mark on the world. Susan passed away
Chris Francis Flettre, 71, of York, S.C., and formerly of Mooresville, N.C., passed away on Wednesday, March 19, 2025. He was born on May 2, 1953, in Russell, Kan., to
Roger Neil Schindler, 86, of Mooresville, N.C., passed away Monday, March 17, 2025. Roger was born September 5, 1938, to loving parents Wilbur and Claudia Schindler. Roger spent his early
Special to IFN RALEIGH – N.C. Attorney General Jeff Jackson on Tuesday recommended that North Carolinians delete their accounts and private health information from the DNA testing firm 23andMe as
Special to IFN The Statesville Fire Department has added a major upgrade to its Aircraft Rescue and Firefighting (ARFF) capabilities, thanks to a collaborative effort between the SFD, the Statesville
IFN Staff The Mooresville Police Department reported the following felony arrests: MARCH 1 ♦ James David Koontz, 49, of Radio Road, Statesville, charged with possession of a schedule II controlled
Several awareness initiatives planned in coming weeks Special to IFN During National Child Abuse Prevention Month in April, five child-centered agencies in Iredell and Alexander counties are working together to
Special to IFN Piedmont HealthCare employees from more than 20 offices gathered to support Yokefellow Ministry by holding a company-wide bowling tournament on March 22. Teams were put together by
Alicia Ketchie Miller, 66, of Harmony, N.C., passed away on Friday, March 21, 2025. She was born on July 3, 1958, in Iredell County, N.C., to the late Alan and
James Edward “Jim” Masquef, 60, of Statesville, N.C., passed away on Thursday, March 20, 2025, at his residence. Jim was born in Jamaica, Queens, N.Y., on January 8, 1965, to
Dear Members of the District Bar of the 32nd Judicial District: As you are aware, the office of judge in District Court District 32 has recently become vacant and it
Marshall Ted Fulbright, 71, of Taylorsville, N.C., peacefully transitioned to his heavenly home on Friday, March 21, 2025, from his residence. Marshall was born March 16, 1954, in Buncombe County,
Gary Gales Johnson, 78, of Hiddenite, N.C., passed away on Sunday, March 23, 2025, at the Gordon Hospice House in Statesville, N.C. Gary was born August 5, 1946, in Iredell
Rebecca Paulette Matney, 52, passed away Saturday, March 22, 2025. Rebecca was born in Iredell County on December 16, 1972, to Mr. Hoyt Cloer and Mrs. Paulette Henderson Cloer. Rebecca
Grace Ann Pfahler O’Brien, 84 of Troutman, N.C., passed away on Sunday, March 23, 2025, at the Gordon Hospice House in Statesville, N.C. She was born on September 22, 1940,
Special to IFN The Accreditation Committee of the College of American Pathologists (CAP) has once again awarded accreditation to Iredell Memorial Hospital’s main laboratory in Statesville based on results of
BY DEBBIE PAGE Department directors gave detailed presentations of their fiscal year-to-date achievements, goals, and vision to Troutman Town Council in a day-long session on Thursday. Council members listened intently
BY REP. TODD CARVER One of my goals upon being elected to the N.C. House of Representatives was to let people know what was taking place in Raleigh and the
IFN Staff A convicted felon faces weapons charges after Iredell County Sheriff’s Office deputies found numerous firearms in his home after responding to a report of a breaking and entering
Special to IFN The Stony Point Volunteer Fire Department will host a BBQ chicken fundraiser on Saturday, April 12. The BBQ, which will be held at Station 1 (501 Ruritan
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
Mrs. Geneva Kathleen Speaks Dalton, 90, of Tabor Road, Olin, N.C., was the daughter of the late Earl and Tamar Williams Speaks. She was born in Iredell County on September
It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of Paul Quick Morrow, a one-of-a-kind husband, father, brother, son, amazing uncle, and friend. Paul took his final ride on
Patricia Faye Clary Jones passed away on February 27, 2025. She was a Mooresville native of a great many generations that also resided here. She was born on April 2,
IFN Staff The Iredell County Sheriff’s Office reported the following felony arrests: MARCH 14 ♦ Michael Conner Lamp Jr., 43, of Bethlehem Road, Statesville, charged with possession of a schedule
BY BRANDY TEMPLETON The 2025 Spring Art Crawl showcased the work of more than 100 artists in dozens of businesses throughout Downtown Statesville. Photo Gallery
Special to IFN Iredell County Clerk of Superior Court Jim Mixson recently attended the N.C. Conference of Clerks of Superior Court annual Winter Educational Conference in Raleigh. The conference was
Special to IFN The Charlotte Regional Transportation Planning Organization (CRTPO) Board awarded funding for 20 transportation projects across its planning area, approving $35,332,319 in federal discretionary grant program funds during
Special to IFN Iredell Health System has completed the recruitment of its inaugural class of internal medicine resident physicians. This talented class of seven residents will begin at Iredell Memorial
BY BRANDY TEMPLETON A large crowd enjoyed exploring an array of artistic creations while enjoying live performances, music and food trucks on Saturday afternoon during the 2025 Mooresville Day Festival.
Barbara Gordon Kentler, 63, of Mooresville, N.C., passed away on Thursday, March 20, 2025, at the S. Mitchell Mack Hospice House in Mooresville. She was born on December 23, 1961,