To the Editor: Everyone likes to be included in holiday festivities when the airwaves are full of songs and stories celebrating family and togetherness. The staff at Home Instead in
Author: Mike Fuhrman
Special to Iredell Free News Many young basketball players dream of playing under the bright lights of a college arena, showcasing their skills on the hardwood. EnergyUnited is helping make
BY DEBBIE PAGE The Martin Luther King Jr. Breakfast and Day of Service in Troutman begins at 8:30 a.m. on Friday, January 12. There is still time to register. Participants
BY MIKE FUHRMAN The transformation of the Larkin Golf Club into what the new owners predict will become a popular regional entertainment destination began with a single e-mail. After Todd
Reigning Miss Statesville set to compete for Miss America title in Orlando BY MIKE FUHRMAN Taylor Loyd was beaming as the silver crown was placed atop her head. From a
Ned Spurgeon Gaither, 88, of Harmony, N.C., passed away on Saturday, January 6, 2024, at his home. Born on December 24, 1935, in Iredell County, he was the son of
Guy Edwin Haddix, 86, died on Tuesday, January 2, 2024 at Iredell Memorial Hospital in Statesville, N.C., following a short illness. He was born on February 22, 1937, in Philippi,
William Clarence Moose, 75, passed away peacefully on Saturday, January 6, 2024, at home after battling cancer for several years. Born September 29, 1948, he was the son of the
FROM STAFF REPORTS The Iredell County Sheriff’s Office reported the following felony arrests: DECEMBER 29 ♦ Jeremy Randall Beaver, 45, of Poor Boy Drive, Cleveland, charged with larceny of a
BY KARISSA MILLER The Iredell-Statesville Schools Board of Education delayed a vote on the school calendar last month because members could not decide whether to implement a calendar that violates
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,
Special to Iredell Free News As the temperatures drop and the daylight hours shorten, it’s common to feel a touch of the winter blues. However, for some, this seasonal shift
Special to Iredell Free News RALEIGH — Any registered and eligible North Carolina voter may now request an absentee ballot for the the 2024 primary election online through the N.C.
FROM STAFF REPORTS A Davidson man has been arrested in connection with an incident in which an elementary school student was almost struck by a motorcycle at his bus top
Special to Iredell Free News The 29th Annual Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Community Breakfast will be held on Monday, January 15, at the Statesville Civic Center. The event is
BY JAIME GATTON From the origins of its name to the happenings within its four walls, Fred & June’s Books is more than a bookstore. It’s a relationship. There’s something
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
Pastor Oliver Louis Wilder Jr. was born on July 11, 1956 in Eustis, Fla. He was born to the proud parents, Oliver Louis Wilder Sr. and Mildred Wilder. He passed
Mr. Arthur Junior Turner, 88, was born in Iredell County, N.C., on December 2, 1935, and was the son of the late Fred Holmes Jr. and James Onslow Reid and
Francis “Frank” William Loncar, 70, of Cleveland, N.C., passed away on Thursday, January 4, 2024, at Lake Norman Regional Medical Center in Mooresville, N.C. He was born February 6, 1953,
Special to Iredell Free News RALEIGH — The N.C. Department of Health and Human Services is providing 5,000 free residential radon test kits during Radon Action Month. Gov. Roy Cooper has
Special to Iredell Free News Do you know an Iredell County resident who volunteers their time and efforts consistently? Someone who gives tirelessly of themselves to help others in our
Special to Iredell Free News The Birth Place at Iredell Memorial Hospital announced the following births: DECEMBER 18 ♦ A boy, Luke Ira Heffner, born to John and Cindy Heffner
Special to Iredell Free News RALEIGH — Insurance Commissioner Mike Causey announced that the North Carolina Rate Bureau filed a rate filing with the North Carolina Department of Insurance on Wednesday
Chester Edwin Stanley Jr., 87, of Mooresville, N.C., passed away January 1, 2024, at Lake Norman Medical Center after a brief illness. He was born February 24, 1936, in Monroe, Pa.,
Mary Louise Siegenthal Bautisita, 81, of Mooresville, N.C., died Wednesday, January 3, 2024, at Autumn Care of Statesville. She was born in Flushing, N.Y., on November 27, 1942, to the
James “Larry” Adams of Stony Point, N.C., was called to meet Jesus and get his wings on Friday, January 5, 2024. We are all sure his wife Ginger was there
James Gordon Smiley Jr., 88, of Mooresville, N.C., passed away, Wednesday, January 3, 2024, at his residence. James was born July 12, 1935, in Hinesville, Ga., and was the son
Stephanie Brown Edwards, 54, of Troutman, N.C., passed away on Sunday, December 31, 2023. She was the wife of Jim Edwards II and the daughter of the late Richard Steve
Special to Iredell Free News The following cases were disposed of during recent terms of Iredell County Superior Court and H & I Felony District Court: ♦ Charles Gilmore pleaded
Special to Iredell Free News Iredell-Statesville Schools officials are urging motorists to be on the lookout for students and follow all traffic laws after an elementary school student was nearly
The City of Statesville offers a dynamic and collaborative work environment. You’ll have the chance to work alongside talented individuals who share a common goal of improving the lives of
BY JABRIA WILLIAMS A small but enthusiastic crowd attended an auction hosted by Iredell County Animal Services on Thursday afternoon for an opportunity to provide a happy ending to the
Special to Iredell Free News EnergyUnited is now accepting applications for its college scholarship program, Empowering the Future. The cooperative will award two $5,000 college scholarships this year. “We are thrilled
Mark Edward Brotherton, 48, of Cleveland, N.C., passed away on December 29, 2023. He was born June 21, 1975, in Iredell County to Eddie Brotherton and the late Fran Jessup
Lucy Marie (Daniels) Timmermann peacefully went to be with her Lord and Savior on January 2, 2024, at her home in Davidson, N.C. Lucy was born on May 20, 1928,