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Marcus Roger Troutman

Posted on August 9, 2022 by Mike Fuhrman

Marcus Roger Troutman, 45, of Troutman, N.C., passed away Monday, August 8, 2022, at Atrium Health in Charlotte. Mr. Troutman was born September 24, 1976, the son of the late

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James Franklin Rickert Jr.

Posted on August 9, 2022 by Mike Fuhrman

James Franklin Rickert Jr., 70, of Cleveland, N.C., went to be with his Lord and Savior on August 6, 2022. James was born August 29, 1951, to James Sr. and

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Teroy Young

Posted on August 9, 2022 by Mike Fuhrman

Apostle Bishop Teroy Young, 73, was born in Iredell County on December 31, 1948, to the late Vick Young and Pauline Patterson Young. He departed this life on Thursday, August

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Mabel Fox Waugh

Posted on August 9, 2022 by Mike Fuhrman

Mabel Fox Waugh, 82, of Stony Point, N.C., went home to be with her Lord on August 8, 2022. She was born November 27, 1939, in Alexander County to the

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Mooresville police investigating armed robbery of tobacco and vape shop employee

Posted on August 9, 2022 by Mike Fuhrman

Special to Iredell Free News The Mooresville Police Department is investigating a robbery that occurred at a tobacco and vape shop over the weekend. Officers responded to 1355 Shearers Road

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Recount Results: Wasson, Johnson claim at-large seats on Statesville City Council

Posted on August 9, 2022 by Mike Fuhrman

FROM STAFF REPORTS Incumbent Steve Johnson has held onto his seat following a recount of ballots cast in the July 26 run-off election for two at-large seats on the Statesville

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Sheriff: Northview Academy teacher faces additional charges as a result of ongoing sex crimes investigation

Posted on August 9, 2022 by Mike Fuhrman

FROM STAFF REPORTS An Iredell-Statesville School’s teacher who was free on bond sex charges involving a minor faces additional charges as a result of an ongoing investigation by the Iredell

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Iredell County EMS reports ‘scary’ increase in overdoses, overdose deaths in recent weeks

Posted on August 9, 2022August 9, 2022 by Mike Fuhrman

BY DEBBIE PAGE debbiepage.iredellfreene3ws@gmail.com There has been an increase in overdoses and overdose deaths in Iredell County over the past few weeks. Terri Blankenship, a member of the Iredell County

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Statesville Chamber accepting applications for 2022-2023 Leadership Statesville program

Posted on August 9, 2022August 8, 2022 by Mike Fuhrman

Special to Iredell Free News The Greater Statesville Chamber of Commerce is now accepting applicants for the 2022-2023 Leadership Statesville program. Leadership Statesville is a nine-month program whose mission is

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Statesville Police Department recognizes three officers during promotion ceremony

Posted on August 9, 2022August 8, 2022 by Mike Fuhrman

Special to Iredell Free News The Statesville Police Department honored three officers during a promotional ceremony held by Chief David Onley on Monday at Statesville City Hall. Marc Carmona was

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I-SS Board approves $4 million plan to close ADR building, move staff to CATS facility in Troutman

Posted on August 9, 2022August 8, 2022 by Mike Fuhrman

District will also spend $4 million for renovations at Harmony Elementary BY KARISSA MILLER Iredell-Statesville Schools officials will close the aging ADR administrative building in Statesville and relocate ADR staff

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Richard Haskell Lippard

Posted on August 8, 2022 by Mike Fuhrman

Richard Haskell Lippard, 96, of Iredell County, N.C., passed away August 5, 2022. Richard was born March 19, 1926, to Mary Pearl Lippard. Richard was preceded in death by his

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Video: Gardner begins tenure as Mooresville Graded School District superintendent

Posted on August 8, 2022August 8, 2022 by Mike Fuhrman

New superintendent discusses what attracted him to the Mooresville Graded School District, areas in which it excels and his plans for his first year, and more.

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Aqua North Carolina reports discharge of untreated wastewater into tributary near Lake Norman State Park

Posted on August 8, 2022 by Mike Fuhrman

Special to Iredell Free News Aqua North Carolina reported Monday the discharge of 12,000 gallons of untreated wastewater to the ground at 180 Heronwood Road near Lake Norman State Park.

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Mooresville police asking public to help identify suspect in counterfeit money investigation

Posted on August 8, 2022August 8, 2022 by Mike Fuhrman

Special to Iredell Free News The Mooresville Police Department is seeking the public’s assistance in identifying a suspect in a recent fraud case involving the use of counterfeit currency. On

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Pressly requests recount in run-off election for two at-large seats on Statesville Council

Posted on August 8, 2022 by Mike Fuhrman

FROM STAFF REPORTS Third-place finisher James Pressly has requested a recount of ballots cast in the July 26 run-off election for two at-large seats on the Statesville City Council. In

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Health Beat: It’s time to get proactive about cholesterol

Posted on August 8, 2022 by Mike Fuhrman

Special to Iredell Free News Nearly 94 million Americans have borderline high or high cholesterol, according to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention. Yet many people have no idea

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Piedmont HealthCare announces transition of Full Circle Family Medicine to Fox Internal Medicine

Posted on August 8, 2022 by Mike Fuhrman

Special to Iredell Free News Piedmont HealthCare welcomes Dr. Jessica Fox to Fox Internal Medicine, previously known as Full Circle Family Medicine. This transition will be following Dr. McNabb’s retirement

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Girls on the Run forming teams in Iredell County for Fall 2022 season

Posted on August 7, 2022 by Mike Fuhrman

Special to Iredell Free News Registration is now underway for the Fall 2022 season of Girls on the Run in Iredell County. The nonprofit is also seeking volunteer coaches. Participants

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Iredell County Crosby Scholars planning Blue Jeans, Beats and Bling fundraiser at Crawford Farm

Posted on August 7, 2022 by Mike Fuhrman

Special to Iredell Free News Iredell County Crosby Scholars will hold Blue Jeans, Beats and Bling fundraiser at the Crawford Farm on Saturday, September 10.  The event will raise money

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Town of Mooresville Career Opportunities ($2,000-$3,000 Hiring Bonus)

Posted on August 7, 2022 by Mike Fuhrman

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,

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ICSO Felony Arrests: July 29 – August 4

Posted on August 7, 2022 by Mike Fuhrman

FROM STAFF REPORTS The Iredell County Sheriff’s Office reported the following felony arrests: JULY 29 ♦ Kevin Dwayne Reavis, 43, of Graig Lane, Stony Point, charged with assault by strangulation

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Mildred Irene Hoover Deese

Posted on August 7, 2022 by Mike Fuhrman

Mildred Irene Hoover Deese, 93, formerly of Statesville, N.C., passed away Sunday, August 7, 2022, at Cross Road Retirement Community in Asheboro, N.C. Mildred was born August 20, 1928, in

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Wiley Dwight Wallace

Posted on August 7, 2022 by Mike Fuhrman

Wiley Dwight Wallace, 86, of Statesville, N.C., passed away Friday, August 5, 2022, at the VA Hospital in Salisbury. He was born in Iredell County on November 24, 1936, the son

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Freda Mae Potter

Posted on August 7, 2022 by Mike Fuhrman

Freda Mae Potter, 82, of Statesville, N.C., passed away on August 4, 2022, at Iredell Memorial Hospital. She was born March 16, 1940, to Dolph and Elizabeth Bowling Cantrell. Freda

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An Amazing Experience: Long-time friends celebrate sobriety milestone with skydiving adventure

Posted on August 7, 2022August 7, 2022 by Mike Fuhrman

BY MIKE FUHRMAN Jessica Prichard is afraid of heights. And she’s not a big fan of flying either. But when she jumped out of an airplane in Rowan County last

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Patricia Mayhew Stewart

Posted on August 6, 2022 by Mike Fuhrman

Patricia Mayhew Stewart, beloved wife, mother, grandmother, sister, and friend, was called home on Saturday, August 6, 2022, surrounded by her family and loved ones. Pat lived a life full

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David Randall Perry

Posted on August 6, 2022 by Mike Fuhrman

David Randall Perry, 63, of Statesville, N.C., passed away into the loving arms of Jesus on August 4, 2022. He was born on May 6, 1959, in Statesville to the

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Brenda Wilson Gardner

Posted on August 6, 2022 by Mike Fuhrman

Brenda Wilson Gardner, 76, of Mooresville, N.C., passed away on Thursday, August 4, 2022, at her home. She was born on November 9, 1945, in Mooresville to the late Milas

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Alexander Christian Turner

Posted on August 6, 2022 by Mike Fuhrman

Alexander “Alex” Christian Turner, 26, passed from this life to his heavenly home on Wednesday, August 3, 2022. Alex was a man of many interests. He shared a love of

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Speak Life and Live summer camps provide opportunities for enrichment, empowerment and fun

Posted on August 6, 2022 by Mike Fuhrman

Special to Iredell Free News Speak Life and Live has continued its annual summer camps to help keep kids active and thinking throughout the summer. This summer’s enrichment program included

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Iredell County Government Career Opportunities ($2,500 Signing Bonus)

Posted on August 6, 2022 by Mike Fuhrman

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

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Iredell County Court Report: Felony H&I District Court (July 26)

Posted on August 6, 2022 by Mike Fuhrman

Special to Iredell Free News District Attorney Sarah Kirkman’s Office announced dispositions in the following criminal cases in Felony H & I District Court on July 26: ♦ Santos Aguirre

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Viewpoint: Is there a balm in Gilead? The Church in post-Roe America

Posted on August 6, 2022 by Mike Fuhrman

BY REV. H. STEPHEN SHOEMAKER The Hebrew prophet Jeremiah cried out on behalf of his people and nation. It was wracked by rampant greed and deceit, and the lives of

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Health Beat: Protect yourself from the sun’s harmful UV rays

Posted on August 6, 2022 by Mike Fuhrman

Special to Iredell Free News Soaking up a little sunlight every day can boost your body’s vitamin D supply and even improve your emotional wellbeing. But it doesn’t take long

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Photo Gallery: The Piedmont HealthCare Friday After Five Concert that wasn’t

Posted on August 6, 2022 by Mike Fuhrman

No music. No problem. Technical difficulties with the sound equipment may have prevented Phatt City from taking the stage for this week’s Piedmont HealthCare Friday After Five Concert, but it

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