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Murto Made Distillery bringing the scares to Downtown Mooresville

Posted on October 17, 2025 by Mike Fuhrman

Special to IFN Downtown Mooresville is getting a spooky makeover this Halloween season, thanks to Murto Made Distillery owner Justin “Z” Zalewski. Though he admits he’s not much of a

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Harvest Your Health Fair set for October 30 at Statesville Woman’s Club

Posted on October 17, 2025 by Mike Fuhrman

Special to IFN The community is invited to attend the Harvest Your Health Fair on Wednesday, October 30, from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. at the Statesville Woman’s Club, located

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What Is a Universal Scholarship Application and Why It Helps

Posted on October 17, 2025 by Mike Fuhrman

The pursuit of higher education can be financially challenging. Scholarships help students easily access the financial aid they need to earn their degrees. Imagine completing just one application, and it

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The Difficulties of Proving Negligence in a New Haven Truck Accident Case

Posted on October 17, 2025 by Mike Fuhrman

Getting hurt in a crash with a big truck can feel scary and confusing. Trucks weigh a lot, and they can cause major harm even at slow speeds. Proving someone

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Arizer XQ2 & Puffco New Peak: Desktop Power vs. Portable Precision

Posted on October 16, 2025 by Mike Fuhrman

In the fast-changing world of vaporization, picking the right flagship device can make or break the user experience. People who are really into something look for units that offer the

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Hospice & Palliative Care of Iredell County breaks ground on Brown Family Grief Center (Photos)

Posted on October 16, 2025 by Mike Fuhrman

IFN Staff It was fitting that there were tears mixed with the joy as Hospice & Palliative Care of Iredell County (HPCIC) broke ground on the new Brown Family Grief

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Linda Mae Campbell

Posted on October 16, 2025 by Mike Fuhrman

Linda Mae Sturgill-Campbell, 75, of Statesville, N.C., passed away Sunday, October 12, 2025, at Iredell Memorial Hospital. Linda was born November 27, 1949, to the late Cornelius Allison Campbell and

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Brandon Lee Kerley

Posted on October 16, 2025 by Mike Fuhrman

Brandon Lee Kerley, 32, of Hickory, N.C., passed away on Monday, October 13, 2025, at his home. Brandon was born September 7, 1993, in Iredell County, the son of the

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Elizabeth Keever Privette

Posted on October 16, 2025 by Mike Fuhrman

Elizabeth “Peaches” Keever Privette, 77, of Taylorsville, N.C., passed away on Thursday, October 16, 2025, at the Gordon Hospice House in Statesville, N.C. Elizabeth was born June 1, 1948, in

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Floyd Melmon Rogers

Posted on October 16, 2025 by Mike Fuhrman

Floyd Melmon Rogers, 82, of Moravian Falls, N.C., passed away Monday, October 13, 2025, at Yadkin Nursing in Yadkinville, N.C. Born February 15, 1943, he was the son of the

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Sheriff: Two men face felony charges in connection with thefts from Harmony car wash

Posted on October 16, 2025 by Mike Fuhrman

IFN Staff Two men suspected of damaging coin-operated machines and stealing hundreds of dollars from a Harmony car wash face a slew of charges following an investigation by the Iredell

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Falconer Foundation awards scholarship to Lake Norman High grad

Posted on October 16, 2025 by Mike Fuhrman

Special to IFN The Falconer Foundation, a Mooresville-based nonprofit organization serving Iredell County, has awarded a $10,000 scholarship to Gowri Nair. This is the fourth consecutive year that the foundation

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Real Money Online Casinos in Texas: Top TX Gambling Sites (2025)

Posted on October 16, 2025 by Alex

Finding the best real money online casinos in Texas is a bit like chasing the perfect brisket — the basics are simple, but the quality makes all the difference. After

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Walk A Mile In Their Shoes: Event raises awareness about domestic violence

Posted on October 16, 2025 by Mike Fuhrman

BY DONNA SWICEGOOD More than three dozen people took to the streets in downtown Statesville on Wednesday afternoon to “Walk A Mile In Their Shoes” in recognition of Domestic Violence

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Iredell Health Foundation to present fourth annual Heart of Jazz on November 7

Posted on October 16, 2025 by Mike Fuhrman

Special to IFN Did you know heart disease is the second leading cause of death in Iredell County? The latest data from the Iredell County Health Department attributes nearly 20% of premature

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IFN Candidate Q&A: R. Corina Iyoob (Statesville Council, Ward 3)

Posted on October 15, 2025 by Mike Fuhrman

R. Corina Iyoob ♦ Age: 40 ♦ Address: 412 Armfield Street, Statesville      ♦ Education: UNC Greensboro: BFA concentration in Sculpture and Ceramics, minor in Chinese ♦ Professional Background: I

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IFN Candidate Q&A: Doris Allison (Statesville Council, Ward 3)

Posted on October 15, 2025 by Mike Fuhrman

Doris Allison  ♦ Age: 67 ♦ Address: 1200 Ninth Street, Statesville ♦ Education: Statesville High School, Mitchell Community College and Catawba Community College. ♦ Professional Background: Worked for the Iredell

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Sarah LaRita Wilkinson

Posted on October 15, 2025 by Mike Fuhrman

Sarah “Tink” Casey Wilkinson, 92, of Mooresville, N.C., passed away peacefully on Tuesday, October 14, 2025, at Cadence Mooresville, surrounded by her loving family. Born on May 4, 1933, in

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Historic Sharpe House to host dinner theatre October 17-25

Posted on October 15, 2025 by Mike Fuhrman

Special to IFN The Historic Sharpe House, in collaboration with Theatre Statesville, is hosting a dinner theatre. The production of Michele Lowe’s “The Smell of the Kill” will open on

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Election Watch: In-person early voting begins October 16 in municipal races

Posted on October 15, 2025 by Mike Fuhrman

Special to IFN For voters in 380 North Carolina municipalities, including Statesville, Mooresville, Troutman and Davidson, in-person early voting for the November 2025 municipal elections begins Thursday, October 16, and

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Miss Statesville and Miss Statesville Teen crowned during annual competition

Posted on October 15, 2025 by Mike Fuhrman

STORY & PHOTOS BY CARL MIZE The annual Miss Statesville and Miss Statesville Teen competitions were held on Saturday night at the Performing Arts Center at North Iredell High School. Reigning

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Sheriff: Former pastor charged with human trafficking, sexual abuse of two teens

Posted on October 15, 2025 by Mike Fuhrman

IFN Staff A Mooresville pastor faces more than a dozen felony charges related to sexual abuse allegations involving two teens following an investigation by the Iredell County Sheriff’s Office. Luis

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Statesville Fire Department launches battery recycling program at Station 1

Posted on October 15, 2025 by Mike Fuhrman

Special to IFN The Statesville Fire Department is making it easier for residents to safely recycle rechargeable batteries through its new Call2Recycle “One Drum” collection program. A specialized recycling container

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Gaming Traditions in Iredell County

Posted on October 15, 2025 by Mike Fuhrman

Games have always been part of Iredell’s life. Long before screens or high-speed internet, people met after work or on weekends for small competitions that filled an evening. Someone would

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SPD: Man wanted on felony stalking charge arrested after pursuit

Posted on October 14, 2025 by Mike Fuhrman

IFN Staff A man who was wanted for a felony stalking charge faces new charges after being a apprehended by Statesville Police Department officers. The SPD announced the arrest of Casey

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Margaret Lynne Miller Davis

Posted on October 14, 2025 by Mike Fuhrman

Margaret Lynne Miller Davis, 85, of Statesville, passed away Tuesday, October 14, 2025, at Iredell Memorial Hospital. Margaret was born November 13, 1939, in Cumberland County, Ill., to the late

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Roger M. Callahan

Posted on October 14, 2025 by Mike Fuhrman

Roger M. Callahan, 80, of Charlotte, N.C., passed away on October 9, 2025. He was born in Taunton, Mass., to the late Josephine B. Callahan and Lawrence T. Callahan. Mr.

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Carol Ann Slone

Posted on October 14, 2025 by Mike Fuhrman

The angels that surrounded our mother, Carol Ann Matney Slone, finally got to carry her home to her Savior on October 14, 2025, at the Gordon Hospice House in Statesville, N.C.

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Sandra Diane Weinel Clements

Posted on October 14, 2025 by Mike Fuhrman

Sandra Diane Weinel Clements, 80, passed from this life on October 11, 2025, after a lengthy battle with cancer. She was born in Chicago, Ill., on August 30, 1945, to

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Patricia Ann Pelow

Posted on October 14, 2025 by Mike Fuhrman

Patricia Ann Gastle Pelow, 82, of Mooresville, N.C., passed away on Saturday, October 11, 2025, at Levine and Dickson Hospice House in Huntersville, N.C. She was born July 29, 1943,

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David Leroy Stokes

Posted on October 14, 2025 by Mike Fuhrman

David Leroy Stokes, affectionately known as “Dave” and “Hawkeye,” passed away peacefully at the age of 80 on October 13, 2025, at the Greens of Maple Leaf in Statesville, N.C.

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Betty Kerley

Posted on October 14, 2025 by Mike Fuhrman

Mrs. Betty Kerley, 81, of Taylorsville, N.C., passed away on Sunday, October 12, 2025, at her home. She was born January 20, 1944, in Wilkes County, the daughter of the late

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IFN Candidate Q&A: Kimberly Wasson (Statesville mayor)

Posted on October 14, 2025 by Mike Fuhrman

Kimberly Wasson ♦ Age: 54 ♦ Address: 116 Shadow Woods Road, Statesville ♦ Education: Graduate of North lredell High, Kings College, and Mitchell Community College ♦ Professional Background: My professional

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IFN Candidate Q&A: Brian Summers (Statesville mayor)

Posted on October 14, 2025 by Mike Fuhrman

Brian Summers ♦ Age: 55 ♦ Address: P.O. Box 1003, Statesville ♦ Education: Iredell‑Statesville Schools; Fairleigh Dickinson University, B.A. in Political Science and History; George Washington University, School of Political Management, graduate degree.

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IFN Candidate Q&A: William Morgan (Statesville mayor)

Posted on October 14, 2025 by Mike Fuhrman

William Morgan ♦ Age: 62 ♦ Address: 1003 LaSalle Lane, Statesville ♦ Education: BA, Wake Forest University;  graduate study, The American College ♦ Professional Background: President and CEO, Capital Management

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IFN Candidate Q&A: Doug Hendrix (Statesville mayor)

Posted on October 14, 2025 by Mike Fuhrman

James Douglas “Doug” Hendrix ♦ Age: 67 ♦ Address: 117 N Mulberry Street, Statesville ♦ Education: Graduate of Watauga High School, Boone, N.C.; graduate of Georgetown College, Georgetown, Ky. ♦

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