A mule named Callie fell on Leonard Holmes Sullivan when he was a young man. By most accounts, he could have been killed and he should have been seriously injured.
Author: Mike Fuhrman
BY BLAKE PALMER Within Iredell County’s 2022-20 23 fiscal year budget message was a reminder that county residents will be on the receiving end of a property revaluation in 2023.
PHC Job Fairs Piedmont HealthCare is having open interviews on Friday, July 29, and August 5, from 1 to 3 p.m. at PHC Administration Building located at 650 Signal Hill Drive Extension
Special to Iredell Free News Jason Gardner, Mooresville Graded School District’s next superintendent, will officially begin his duties on Monday, August 8. Gardner, who is currently working as interim superintendent
Special to Iredell Free News The EnergyUnited Foundation has awarded a $2,000 grant to Iredell Adult Day Services (ElderCenter) to provide funding in support of the organization’s cognitive learning program.
FROM STAFF REPORTS The Statesville Police Department is investigating a shooting that occurred Monday night at a residence off Wilson Lee Boulevard. Officers were dispatched to 1129 Wilson Lee Boulevard
Heaven celebrated the arrival of Norma Jean Hall Harder on July 24, 2022. She was born March 27, 1941, in Iredell County, N.C., to the late Allen Jones Hall and
Willie Charles Hill, 75, of Statesville, N.C., died Friday, July 8, 2022. Butch was born in Georgia and had worked as a warehouse/distribution manager. He was a member of the
On the morning of Sunday, July 24, 2022, Geraldine “Jerry” Elaine Barbee completed her journey of faith at the age of 87. Jerry was born on July 29, 1934, in
FROM STAFF REPORTS A Statesville man faces two misdemeanor charges in connection with a motor vehicle crash in which a pedestrian was fatally injured earlier this month. The Statesville Police
FROM STAFF REPORTS A New York man wanted in connection with a shooting at Hanes Mall in Winston-Salem was apprehended by Iredell County Sheriff’s Office deputies following a pursuit that
Special to Iredell Free News John Paul Shadroui, a Life Scout in Troop 609 of Statesville, recently completed the Summer Seminar at the U.S. Naval Academy in Annapolis, Md. The
BY KARISSA MILLER The Community Garden at the Boys & Girls Club of the Piedmont is not only a source of fresh fruits and vegetables, but also a living, growing
Festival returns to Downtown Statesville September 8-10; tickets now available Special to Iredell Free News The Full Bloom Film Festival (FBFF) has opened windows into a world of perspectives through
On Sunday, July 17, 2022, the Lord called home Charles Baldwin Alexander Stevens. He was preceded in death by his cherished daughter, parents, and five siblings. Charles was born in Jennings
Barbara Ann Shaver Cothren entered peacefully into the presence of her Lord and Savior on Saturday, July 23, 2022, Barbara Ann was born August 18, 1938. She was the daughter
BY MIKE FUHRMAN In today’s hostile climate, it takes more than a little courage for elected officials and those with future political aspirations to cross party lines. That’s why it’s
FROM STAFF REPORTS The Iredell County Sheriff’s Office reported the following felony arrests: JULY 15 ♦ Isreal Rene Plancarter, 25, of Yellowstone Lane, Statesville, charged with habitual misdemeanor assault. JULY
BY DEBBIE PAGE debbiepage.iredellfreenews@gmail.com What city would you want to have a heart attack in? The answer is Seattle, which has more CPR-trained people per capita than any other U.S.
Mooresville Graded School District is both nationally and internationally recognized as a premier public school district ranking as one of the top 10 districts out of 115 local education agencies
Helen Rebecca Perry, 89, of Statesville, N.C., passed away on July 21, 2022, at her home. Helen was born September 9, 1932, to Claude Morris and Nettie Morrow Morris Adams.
Randy Lee Tucker, 63, entered into rest on July 13, 2022, surrounded by his loving wife Marcella and his family. He was preceded in death by his parents, Otis Lee
BY DEBBIE PAGE debbiepage.iredellfreenews@gmail.com About a dozen Troutman Police Department officers joined kids from age 6 to high school and a few parents for a fun community event on Saturday
Special to Iredell Free News The Birth Place at Iredell Memorial Hospital announced the following births: JUNE 27 ♦ A girl, Legacy Jarai Williams, born to Genae Chambers of Statesville.
FROM STAFF REPORTS The Statesville Police Department is investigating a shooting that occurred in the parking lot of a restaurant early Sunday morning. Officers received a report about 5:11 a.m.
FROM STAFF REPORTS The Mooresville Police Department reported the following felony arrests: JULY 1 ♦ Joseph Michael Allen, 37, of Lismark Drive, Mooresville, charged with habitual impaired driving, misdemeanor DWI
Phillip Edward Pope, 79, of Statesville, N.C., passed away on July 18, 2022. Phillip was born to John and Katie Morrison Pope on January 1, 1943. Phillip is preceded in
FROM STAFF REPORTS With three days remaining until the run-off election, Statesville Mayor Costi Kutteh picked up the endorsement of another former rival. Joseph Glasgow, who finished fourth in the
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
BY DEBBIE PAGE debbiepage.iredellfreenews@gmail.com The Troutman Board of Adjustment has approved a special use permit for the construction of the new Weathers Creek High School on town-annexed property at 246
EDITOR’S NOTE: Iredell Free News invited candidates in the run-off election for two at-large seats on Statesville City Council to make their final pitch to voters, outlining their experience, vision, goals and
EDITOR’S NOTE: Iredell Free News invited candidates in the run-off election for two at-large seats on Statesville City Council to make their final pitch to voters, outlining their experience, vision, goals and
EDITOR’S NOTE: Iredell Free News invited candidates in the run-off election for two at-large seats on Statesville City Council to make their final pitch to voters, outlining their experience, vision, goals and
FROM STAFF REPORTS With about a month remaining until the start of the new school year, Iredell-Statesville Schools officials are working hard to fill about 200 open positions at schools
Sandra Elizabeth Kykes Ruehrwein, 76, of Statesville, N.C., passed away on Thursday, July 21, 2022, at Iredell Memorial Hospital. Born on June 13, 1946, in Iredell County, N.C., she was
FROM STAFF REPORTS Former Statesville city councilman and mayoral candidate Michael Johnson has publicly endorsed Mayor Costi Kutteh in Tuesday’s run-off election. Kutteh, who is seeking a fifth term in