Special to Iredell Free News Adjusting to the physical demands of life with cancer or managing your wellbeing as a cancer survivor is no easy feat. You need support and
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Special to Iredell Free News The rise of online marketplaces and expedited delivery services is a convenient service for many consumers across the nation, allowing holiday purchasers to search out
Kyle Lee Beaver, 81, of Mooresville, N.C., passed away on Monday, December 12, 2022, at his residence. He was born on May 8, 1941, in Landis, N.C., to the late
Claire Todaro Marcy, 87, of Mooresville, N.C. passed away on Sunday, December 11, 2022. She was born on July 10, 1935, in Brooklyn, N.Y., to the late Charles and Esther
Anita Louise Benfield, 75, of Mooresville, N.C., passed away on December 10, 2022. She was born on August 31, 1947, in North Wilkesboro, N.C. to the late Isabelle Bowers and
Ms. Tonya Yvette Turner, affectionately known as “Vette,” entered into eternal rest on Sunday, December 11, 2022, at her residence. Born in Iredell County on November 11, 1965, she was
Thomas Edward Cousar, 51, of Troutman, N.C., died on Saturday, December 10, 2022, at his residence. A native of Cabarrus County, N.C., he was the son of the late Amos
BY KARISSA MILLER The Iredell-Statesville Schools Board of Education adopted the “early start” option for the 2023-2024 school year on Monday night following a spirited debate on whether the district
Special to Iredell Free News RALEIGH — Most children 6 months to 4 years are now eligible for their updated COVID-19 vaccine, which protects against COVID-19 variants. These vaccine doses are
Jerry Dale Sherrill, 81 of Statesville, N.C., went home to be with his Savior. He passed peacefully at home with his family surrounding him on Sunday, December 11, 2022. Jerry
Bobby Wayne Harwell Sr., 84 of Statesville, N.C., passed away Sunday, December 11, 2022. Mr. Harwell was born in Iredell County, N.C., on July 12, 1938, the son of the
Willene Wyatt Melton, 63, of Mooresville, N.C., passed away on Sunday, December 11, 2022. She was born on March 16, 1959, in Athens, Ga., to the late William and Ruth
FROM STAFF REPORTS Two suspects in a June 2019 shooting that claimed the life of a Statesville man and injured his brother will spend more than 15 years in prison
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FROM STAFF REPORTS The Statesville Police Department is investigating a shooting that occurred in the 1000 block of Clay Street on Sunday evening. Officers were dispatched to the area around
BY KARISSA MILLER The Iredell County Board of Commissioners has delayed taking action on a request from Iredell-Statesville Schools officials to drawn down $2 million in state lottery funds to
Applications are being accepted online only. Apply for open positions online by clicking HERE. Current Openings Assistant Director of Planning Planning Assistant Facility Supervisor- Marketing/Programs Recreation/Parks Athletic Supervisors (Part-Time) Recreation/Parks Automotive
The policy of the Town of Mooresville is to foster, maintain, and promote equal employment opportunities. We recruit, hire, train, and promote employees without discrimination because of race, religion, color,
FROM STAFF REPORTS The Iredell County Sheriff’s Office reported the following felony arrests: DECEMBER 3 ♦ Kay Michelle Clendenning, 34, of W. Memorial Highway, Harmony, charged with taking a financial
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Special to Iredell Free News Radiation therapy was not always Jerry Sintay’s passion. But once he was introduced to this profession, he became captivated by the work and made helping
BY KARISSA MILLER Brittany and Jason Chester wanted to teach their sons, Ezra and Josiah, the importance of giving and the true meaning of Christmas. When Brittany asked her older
Special to Iredell Free News The Birth Place at Iredell Memorial Hospital announced the following births: NOVEMBER 28 ♦ A girl, Mallory Leigh Ball, born to Mark Ball and Marie
Special to Iredell Free News RALEIGH — This winter and spring 130 public schools across North Carolina will receive mental and behavioral health training and consultation through the N.C. Psychiatry Access
BY KARISSA MILLER Piedmont Boys & Girls Club of the Piedmont held an early college recruitment fair this week so its members and parents could learn about three early college
Thomas Edward Blackmon, 71, departed this earthly life December 5, 2022 at his home. Sneaky/Redman, as he was affectionately called, was born May 1, 1951, to the late Mr. John
Bernice Reid Femister, affectionately known as “mother of many,” was born on March 31, 1930, to the late John Scott and Frances R. Reid. She departed her earthly life on
Phyllis Ellen Daniel Thompson, beloved wife of H. Stan Thompson Jr. who survives her, died of Alzheimer’s disease on December 7, 2022, at Northlake House Memory Care in Charlotte, N.C.,
BY DEBBIE PAGE N.C. Department of Natural and Cultural Resources Secretary Reid Wilson recently visited Lake Norman State Park to tour the park’s new rental cabins and bathhouse, get updates on
Board of commissioners also signs off on Sheriff Campbell’s request to buy ballistic vests and helmets for deputies and accept a $1 million grant to purchase a mobile command unit
Special to Iredell Free News The Statesville Water Treatment Plant has three new certified C-Surface Operators. Johnathan Powell, Harrison Smith and Keith Misenheimer received their certifications from the N.C. Water
Special to Iredell Free News In an effort to better meet immediate, growing healthcare needs in the Statesville area, Iredell Health System announced Saturday it will open an extended hours
BY MIKE FUHRMAN Iredell County Sheriff’s Office investigators have charged a 31-year-old man with murder in connection with the death of his father. Anthony Ryan Sharpe, who lives off Sparrow
BY DEBBIE PAGE The Troutman Town Council voted to approve Heavy Industrial Zoning for most of the 38-acre North Fork Business Park on Nugget Lane, just off Murdock Road, on
FROM STAFF REPORTS A Charlotte man faces felony gun and drug charges after he was stopped by Iredell County Sheriff’s Office deputies as he was driving to pick up his
FROM STAFF REPORTS Two suspects face felony robbery charges related to the theft of Apple watches from the Mooresville Target store. According to the Mooresville Police Department, a suspect entered