Margaret “Peggy” Shumaker Sykes, 97, of Statesville, N.C., passed away Saturday, February 1, 2025. Peggy was born in Iredell County on September 2, 1927, to the late Charles Fulton Shoemaker
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Joshua Matthew Miller passed away at his home on Thursday, January 30, 2025. He was born April 30, 1977, in Statesville, N.C., to Bill and Amy Keever Miller of Hiddenite,
Tommy L. Parson, 73, of Taylorsville, N.C., passed away on Friday, January 31, 2025, at his home. Tommy was born March 28, 1951, in Alexander County, the son of the
IFN Staff A Harmony man faces more than a dozen charges in connection with a domestic violence incident and the theft and recovery of an Iredell County Sheriff’s Office patrol
Special to IFN RALEIGH — Gov. Josh Stein on Monday requested $1.07 billion in immediate funding to support urgent rebuilding needs in western North Carolina. Stein’s budget request includes funds to
Special to IFN CHARLOTTE – A man who embezzled more than $1.6 million from a pair of Mooresville business has been sentenced to more than three years in federal prison.
IFN Staff The Mooresville Police Department reported the following felony arrests: JANUARY 1 ♦ Ramsay James Stuart, 46, of Cherry Birch Street, Mooresville, charged with two counts of possession of
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 BRANDY TEMPLETON Power Cross Ministries is rallying community support for one of its families. The Garcia family — long-time friends and supporters of Power Cross — was the beneficiary
Janice “Jan” Olivia Isenhour Reavis, 83, of Statesville, N.C., passed away on Saturday, February 1, 2025, at Iredell Memorial Hospital. Jan was born June 11, 1941, to the late Frank
Amanda Sue Gibson (Wilcox), 45, passed away peacefully at her home on Friday, January 31, 2025. Amanda was born on December 16, 1979, in Jackson County, Mich., to David Wilcox
Brenda Stowe Joyce, 77, of Mooresville, N.C. passed away on Saturday morning, February 1, 2025. Brenda was born June 16, 1947, in Rockingham County to the late Howard and Estelle
Joseph Hobson Norvell III, 83, of Statesville, N.C., passed away on Tuesday, January 28, 2025 at the S. Mitchell Mack Hospice House in Mooresville. He was born on April 18,
BY JAY SHERRILL After two decades of dedicated service, Mayor Costi Kutteh has announced that he will not run for re-election in 2025. As Statesville’s longest-serving mayor, he has led
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,
IFN Staff The Iredell County Sheriff’s Office reported the following felony arrests: JANUARY 24 ♦ Kendra Bunton Hood, 47, of Sloop Street, China Grove, charged with possession of a schedule
Special to IFN Three long-serving local nonprofit organizations are joining forces to present the 1st Annual Serving Hope Community Pickleball Tournament on Saturday, March 15, at Caldwell Park in Statesville.
Special to IFN Scammers are impersonating the IRS to trick taxpayers into sharing personal information, claiming they’re eligible for a $1,400 stimulus check. These fraudulent messages often look official, but
Special to IFN The Rotary Club of Greater Statesville recently held its largest fundraiser to support local charities. The event also celebrated the club’s 50th Anniversary. The Reverse Raffle Fundraiser
Gallant Douglas Miller, 74, of Davidson, N.C., passed away on Thursday, January 30, 2025, at his home surrounded by loved ones. He was born on February 21, 1950, in Charlotte,
It is with great sadness we announce the passing of James William “Bill” Blake, 76, of Mooresville, N.C. Bill entered into rest on Wednesday, January 29, 2025, surrounded by his
Sandra Gillian Gillispie, 67, passed away Friday, January 31, 2025. Sandra was born in Beckley, W.Va., on July 10, 1957, to the late Jack Gillian and Emmagene Cales Gillian. Sandra
Darris Lee Hardin Black, 94, of Statesville, N.C., passed away Friday, January 31, 2025. Darris was born December 28, 1930, in Cabarrus County and was the daughter of the late
BY DONNA SWICEGOOD Special Olympics athlete Brett Troutman, with his medals draped around his neck, issued a challenge to the community during the Statesville City Council meeting on January 13.
Special to IFN Trinity Episcopal Church held its 22nd Annual Oyster Roast on January 17 to raise money for the church’s Outreach Ministry. Rowdy Armistead, chair of the event, said
IFN Staff A northern Iredell County man faces two felony charges and two misdemeanors following an Iredell County Sheriff’s Office investigation into stolen timber. Sheriff Darren Campbell announced the arrest
Special to IFN The following cases were disposed during recent terms of Iredell County Superior Court: ♦ Luis Arreola pleaded guilty to Trafficking in Cocaine and was sentenced to 35-51
CONTRIBUTED Social work plays a vital role in community development, providing essential support and resources to those in need. As North Carolina’s population grows, so does the demand for skilled
Barbara Ann Bowman, 75, was born in Etowah County, Ala., on December 12, 1949, to the Hazel Ann Bowman. She passed away on Monday, January 27, 2025, at her residence.
Evelyn Melzetta Hall Heaggans, 92, of Troutman, N.C., passed away on Tuesday, January 28, 2025, in Statesville, N.C. She was born on March 15, 1932, in Iredell County to the
Wanda Sue Johnson Knox, 57, passed away on Monday, January 27, 2025, in Statesville, N.C. She was born on May 16, 1967, in Iredell County to Clarence “Sonny” Johnson Sr.
Hannah Lee Eidson, 77, of Union Grove, N.C., passed away on Tuesday, January 28, 2025, in Winston-Salem, N.C. She was born on September 12, 1947, in Forsyth County, N.C., to
Julie Anne Pipkin, 65, passed away Thursday, January 30, 2025, at Atrium Hospice of Union County, N.C. Julie was born in Orlando, Florida, on March 2, 1959, to the late
Ronald “Jimmy” Gibson Johnson, 85, of Mooresville, N.C., passed away peacefully on January 28, 2025, at the Gordon Hospice House in Statesville, N.C., after a long and fulfilling life. Born
Douglas Lee Rimmer, 80, of Statesville, N.C., passed away on January 29, 2025, at home surrounded by family following an extended illness. He was born in Alexander County on April
It is with deep sorrow, yet with unshakable hope, that we announce the passing of Janice Dempsey, who went home to be with the Lord on January 25, 2025, at