Delane McLelland Porter, 78, of Statesville, N.C., passed away on Thursday, October 5, 2023, at Forsyth Medical Center in Winston-Salem, N.C. Mrs. Porter was born June 14, 1945, in Iredell
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Steven Wayne Pauley, 61, of Troutman, N.C., passed away unexpectedly on Wednesday, October 4, 2023, at Iredell Memorial Hospital. He was born on January 25, 1962, in Oak Hill, W,Va.
Special to Iredell Free News As part of its effort to address youth violence, the Statesville Police Department will hold a community meeting on Tuesday, October 17. The meeting will
FROM STAFF REPORTS A former standout football player at Statesville High School was fatally stabbed in Atlanta, Ga., earlier this week. Chavion Qua’ne Smith, 20, was pronounced dead at Grady
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
Special to Iredell Free News Allen Tate Companies announced Thursday that it had forged a partnership with Royal Properties of the Carolinas Inc. to open an office in Troutman. The
To the Editor: I want to thank Mooresville Commissioner Tommy DeWeese for his public service. His recent address outlining what he has learned during his first year in office was
BY MIKE FUHRMAN The Iredell County Board of Commissioners on Tuesday delayed a vote on a proposal to begin regulating short-term rental properties in unincorporated areas of the county. Under
Special to Iredell Free News Berl’s Commercial Supply held a groundbreaking ceremony for its new warehouse in the South Fork Business Park in Mooresville on Wednesday. The warehouse is being
Mr. Jimmy Lee Dalton, 78, was born in Iredell County, N.C., on February 28, 1945, to the late Barney Lee Dalton and Effie Dalton. He departed this life on Monday,
Lilrena “Lady” Pharr Roseboro, 60, of Kannapolis, N.C., passed away on Sunday, October 1, 2023, at Lake Norman Regional Medical Center in Mooresville, N.C. She was born on February 20,
Robert Charles “Mad Dog” Monson II, MD, 76, of Mooresville, N.C., went to be with his Lord and Savior unexpectedly on Tuesday, October 3, 2023, at his residence. He was
Donna Theresa Barnes, 72, of Union Grove, N.C., beloved wife of Jerry Lee Barnes, went home to be with her heavenly father on October 3 , 2023. Donna was born
Traci Leona Mason, 64, of Statesville, N.C., passed away Tuesday, October 3, 2023. Traci was born in Iredell County on July 1, 1959, to the late James “Dalmer” Mason and
Special to Iredell Free News Sixty-five artists from Mooresville, Cornelius, Huntersville, Charlotte and beyond are showcasing their talent and creativity in the 41st Annual Artoberfest Judged Show & Competition, which
To the Editor: As Statesville residents prepare for their municipal elections, I want to speak out on behalf of Jennifer Thorson DiFiore, candidate for the Ward 4 seat on the
Special to Iredell Free News Dr. Bill Leonard, founding Dean and Professor Divinity Emeritus at Wake Forest University’s School of Divinity, will lecture on the future of American Religion on
June Bradley Quick, 80, of Mooresville, N.C., passed away peacefully at home on Tuesday, October 3, 2023. She was born in Augusta County, Va., on May 18, 1943, to the
William Buck Church Jr., known to many as Sandy, beloved resident of Mooresville, N.C., avid Tar Heel fan, and bad-ass Marine, passed away peacefully on the morning of October 3,
Angela Bustle Pendergrass, 58, of Statesville, N.C., passed away on Wednesday, September 27, 2023. A visitation for Angela will be held Saturday, October 7, 2023, from 12 to 1 p.m.
Rosalie Hignutt, 83, of Statesville, N.C., passed away on Monday, October 2, 2023, at Iredell Memorial Hospital. No services will be held in Statesville at this time. Mrs. Hignutt will
Mr. Tom Sherrill of Aiken, S.C., entered into rest on September 23, 2023, surrounded by loved ones. Tom was born September 5, 1940 at Statesville, N.C., to the late Otis
Special to Iredell Free News RALEIGH — The State of North Carolina budget (HB 259) became law Tuesday without Gov. Roy Cooper’s signature. The budget includes more than $600 million
Special to Iredell Free News In an effort to enhance the quality of care provided to our valued clients, the Iredell County Health Department announces the temporary closure of clinical
Special to Iredell Free News The Mooresville Downtown Commission (MDC) announced recent contributions totaling $6,200 to Mooresville Arts and The Christian Mission, a pair of local non-profits located in Downtown
Special to Iredell Free News C.R. Onsrud, which specializes in advanced industrial CNC technologies, opened its doors recently to manufacturers who have panel processing applications and are looking to improve
BY BRANDY TEMPLETON The Statesville Police Department hosted a “Night Out” in Downtown of Tuesday evening. Photo Gallery
Donald Lane Stewart Sr., 77, of Statesville, N.C., passed away Tuesday, October 2, 2023, at Forsyth Medical Center in Winston-Salem, N.C. Mr. Stewart was born September 30, 1946, in Iredell
After almost 50 years, my parents are together again. Our dad, Carlin M. Gardner, 96, of Statesville, N.C., entered his heavenly home on Sunday, October 1, 2023. Our dad was
BY KARISSA MILLER Iredell-Statesville Schools Director of Gifted, International Baccalaureate and Online programs Kelly Hinson shared with school board members an update on the IB programs on Monday evening. I-SS
Robert James Johnson passed away peacefully at his North Carolina home on October 2 , 2023, at age 94. Robert was born November 19, 1928, in Statesville, N.C. He grew
Joshua Michael Bryer, 46, passed away on Friday, September 29, 2023, in Statesville, N.C. He was born in Bergen County, N.J., on August 31, 1977. Josh is survived by his
Jean Alice Matthews Nims, 78, of Statesville, N.C., and formerly of Ocala, Fla., and Framingham, Mass., passed away on Thursday, September 28, 2023, at the Gordon Hospice House in Statesville,
FROM STAFF REPORTS A Statesville man faces more than a dozens charges, including felony fleeing to elude and multiple drug charges. Iredell County Sheriff Darren Campbell announced the arrest of
Special to Iredell Free News Iredell Health System, in partnership with the Iredell Physician Network, recently welcomed Dr. Caitlin D. Basnight to Family Care Center of Taylorsville. Basnight is a
Editor’s Note: Mooresville Commissioner Tommy DeWeese made the following comments during Monday’s board meeting. BY TOMMY DEWEESE I just completed my first year as a commissioner and asked if I