FROM STAFF REPORTS Candidate filing for this fall’s municipal elections and Mooresville Graded School District Board of Education elections began at noon Friday. Several candidates submitted their paperwork on the
Author: Mike Fuhrman
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
Mr. Bruce Ryan Smart, 32, of Central, S.C., passed away on Wednesday, July 6, 2023. Bruce was a graduate of North Iredell High School, Class of 2009, and a graduate
Hunter Dean Temple, 27, has left this place for an even better one, from where he can watch over all his family and friends. There never has been, and never
Norris Gale Morrison, 86, passed away on Thursday, July 6, 2023, in Salisbury, N.C. He was born on March 22, 1937, in Statesville, N.C. He was the son of O.B.
David Franklin Privette, 43, of Statesville, N.C., passed away on Thursday, July 6, 2023. Born on June 3, 1980, in Iredell County, he was the son of the late David
FROM STAFF REPORTS A Statesville man has been charged with robbing a clerk at the Love’s Truck Stop on Mocksville Highway. The Statesville Police Department announced the arrest of Joseph
Special to Iredell Free News RALEIGH — Gov. Roy Cooper continues to push back against Republican plans that would reduce funding for public education and expand private school vouchers so
An angel opened the book of life and wrote down my baby’s birth. And whispered as she closed it, “Too beautiful for earth.” Bri’Lanni Mae Minor was born at Atrium
Douglas “Doug” Raymond Green, 75, of Mooresville, N.C., passed away on Tuesday, July 4, 2023, at S. Mitchell Mack Hospice House. He was born February 23, 1948, in Piqua, Ohio,
Nettie Thelma Anderson Brogdon, 93, of Statesville, N.C., passed away on Wednesday, July 5, 2023, at the Gordon Hospice House. Born on July 30, 1929, in Hawkins County, Tenn., she
Edward Joseph OKeefe Jr., 89, of Stony Point, N.C., passed away on Tuesday, July 4, 2023, at the North Carolina State Veterans Home in Salisbury after a brief battle with
Jerry Paul Sigmon, 43, passed away on July 3, 2023, at the Grand Stan Medical Center in Myrtle Beach, S.C. Born on August 25, 1979, in Iredell County, N.C., he
Special to Iredell Free News Downtown Statesville Development Corporation is accepting applications from artists who wish to apply to be considered for participation in the Fall Art Crawl. The even
Special to Iredell Free News RALEIGH — Access to nutritious food is foundational for overall health and well-being. The N.C Department of Health and Human Services offers several programs to support
Special to Iredell Free News District Attorney Sarah Kirkman’s Office announced dispositions in the following cases during recent terms of Iredell County Superior Court: ♦ Ismael Torres pleaded guilty to
FROM STAFF REPORTS A Charlotte man faces felony gun and drug charges after being stopped by Iredell County Sheriff’s Office deputies on Interstate 77. Sheriff Darren Campbell announced the arrest
FROM STAFF REPORTS A Statesville man remains jailed in lieu of a $1 million bond in connection with a shooting on Garfield Street. The Statesville Police Department announced the arrest
FROM STAFF REPORTS A 21-year-old man has been arrested in connection with a shooting that occurred Monday in the 300 block of Tradd Street in Statesville. The Statesville Police Department
Joseph Sam Mancuso, 88, of Mooresville, N.C., passed away on Monday, July 3, 2023, at Autumn Care of Statesville, N.C. Born February 26, 1935, in White Plains, N.Y., he was
James David Harkness, 75, of Mooresville, N.C., passed away peacefully on Monday, July 3, 2023, at the S. Mitchell Mack Hospice House. He was a loving husband and friend to
Luann Ash Boysel, 60, of Mooresville, N.C., passed away on Friday, June 30, 2023. She was born on July 18, 1962, in Laurence County, Ark., to the late Paul and
Rev. Ronald “Ron” Hal Harrison, 80, of Statesville, N.C., went to be with his Savior on Sunday, July 2, 2023, at the Gordon Hospice House in Statesville, surrounded by his
Audrey Lou Sneed Higgins, 82, of Statesville, N.C., passed away on Sunday, June 2, 2023, at her home. She was born on October 20, 1940, to the late James Monroe
Special to Iredell Free News The 2023 Piedmont HealthCare Friday After 5 Summer Concert Series continues in Downtown Statesville on Friday, July 7, with a performance by the Pizazz Band.
Special to Iredell Free News Mooresville Mayor Miles Atkins announced Thursday that he will not seek re-election this fall. “Representing and serving the greater Mooresville community for the past 16
FROM STAFF REPORTS The Iredell County Sheriff’s Office has released the name of a man who was killed in an officer-involved shooting on Bell Farm Road near Statesville on Friday,
On July 3, 2023, Marie Elder arrived at her heavenly home at the age of 89. Marie was born to the late Tillman Oliver and Luna Fox Oliver on February
PHOTOS BY TYRONE SUMMERS Downtown Mooresville was packed on Tuesday morning for the Stars & Stripes on Main Parade, an extravagant celebration of Independence Day and the town’s 150th birthday.
BY BRANDY TEMPLETON The Baymount community celebrated the Fourth of July on Tuesday with the county’s old Independence Day Parade. Photos
FROM STAFF REPORTS The Iredell County Sheriff’s Office reported the following felony arrests: JUNE 23 ♦ Kristopher Amari Campbell, 20, of Redbirch Place, Kannapolis, charged with breaking or entering and
Special to Iredell Free News The Birth Place at Iredell Memorial Hospital recently received a donation of a CuddleCot to support mothers grieving the loss of a child at birth.
Special to Iredell Free News Lake Norman High School graduate Chase Dixon was inducted into the Naval Academy Class of 2027 on June 29, marking the beginning of six challenging
PHOTOS BY TYRONE SUMMERS A large patriotic crowd attended the Mooresville-Lake Norman Exchange Club’s annual Field of Flags display, ceremony and concert on Monday evening at the Lowe’s YMCA in
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FROM STAFF REPORTS The Statesville Police Department is investigating a shooting that occurred Monday afternoon. The SPD received a 911 call at 4:07 p.m. Monday regarding a person who had