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Navigating the Health Implications of Cannabis

Posted on October 18, 2025 by Mike Fuhrman

Cannabis used to be a niche drug that people looked down on, but now that it’s legal, it’s a wellness product that anyone can buy. Across the country, establishments like

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The Anatomy of Modern Buildings: Beyond Brick and Mortar

Posted on October 18, 2025 by Mike Fuhrman

Modern buildings are more than just structures; they are complex systems that have been carefully designed to last a long time, save energy, and keep people comfortable. The search for

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Photo Gallery: 50th Carolina BalloonFest (Day 2)

Posted on October 18, 2025 by Mike Fuhrman

PHOTOS BY HALEY JONES Safety concerns related to high winds prevented Saturday afternoon’s mass ascension, but a sell-out crowd still enjoyed live music, the balloon glow and the drone show

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Cynthia Harris Johnson

Posted on October 18, 2025 by Mike Fuhrman

Cynthia Ellen Harris Johnson, 76, of Statesville, N.C., passed away on Friday, October 17, 2025, at Iredell Memorial Hospital. Cynthia was born on April 27, 1949, to the late Clyde

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Rita Lawrence Price

Posted on October 18, 2025 by Mike Fuhrman

Rita Lawrence Price, 82, of Statesville, N.C., passed away unexpectedly Thursday, October 16, 2025, at her home. She was born in Rock, W.Va., to Ryan Lawrence Sr. and Ruby Pettrey

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IFN Candidate Q&A: William “Alex” Walker (Statesville Council, Ward 5)

Posted on October 18, 2025 by Mike Fuhrman

William “Alex” Walker  ♦ Age: 39 ♦ Address: 200 Feimster Street, Statesville ♦ Education: West Iredell High; East Carolina University ♦ Professional Background:  19 years as an Insurance and Risk

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IFN Candidate Q&A: John Staford (Statesville Council, Ward 5)

Posted on October 18, 2025 by Mike Fuhrman

John Staford Age: 66 Address: 603 Walnut Street, Statesville Education: Drafting, Design, Architecture, Real estate law, Contract law, Accounting. Graduated summa cum laude at the School of Hard Knocks Professional Background:

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IFN Candidate Q&A: Tip Nicholson (Statesville Council, Ward 5)

Posted on October 18, 2025 by Mike Fuhrman

Tip Nicholson ♦ Age:  71 ♦ Address:  610 Glendale Drive, Statesville ♦ Education:  BS in Criminal Justice University of North Carolina Charlotte; Masters of Education in Counseling East Carolina University

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IFN Candidate Q&A: Shelton Moore (Statesville Council, Ward 5)

Posted on October 18, 2025 by Mike Fuhrman

Shelton Moore Address: 742 Ferndale Drive, Statesville Education: BS Business Management/ASS Human Services Professional Background: Program Director Elected experience: None Volunteer/community service experience: 19 years various capacities: Statesville Human Relations

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The Role of Nephelometry in Modern Drug Discovery

Posted on October 18, 2025 by Mike Fuhrman

Drug discovery depends on reliable assays that can measure compound properties quickly and reproducibly. Among the many challenges facing researchers, solubility and formulation stability often determine whether a candidate can

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City of Statesville Career Opportunities (October 18)

Posted on October 18, 2025 by Mike Fuhrman

The City of Statesville is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer. We do not discriminate in employment practices based on race, color, religion, sex, national origin, political affiliation, non-disqualifying disability or

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Election Watch: Tucker running for Ward 4 seat on Mooresville town board

Posted on October 18, 2025 by Mike Fuhrman

Special to IFN After serving more than 33 years in the military, Ward 4 resident Dana Tucker is running for a seat on the Mooresville Town Board of Commissioners. In

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NCSHP: South Carolina woman fatally injured in crash that shut down I-77

Posted on October 18, 2025 by Mike Fuhrman

IFN Staff A South Carolina woman was fatally injured in a crash on Interstate 77 on Thursday evening, according to the N.C. State Highway Patrol. Troopers responded to the scene

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SPD Felony Arrests: October 1-14

Posted on October 17, 2025 by Mike Fuhrman

IFN Staff The Statesville Police Department reported the following felony arrests: OCTOBER 1 ♦ Cecilia Denise Winstead, 42, of N. Oakland Avenue, Statesville, charged with assault on a law enforcement

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Photo Gallery: 50th Carolina BalloonFest opens to perfect weather, large crowd

Posted on October 17, 2025 by Mike Fuhrman

IFN Staff From sunup to late afternoon and into the evening, the first day of the 50th Carolina BalloonFest was absolutely magnificent. Many of the balloonists participating in the Golden

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Mary Weisner Lewis

Posted on October 17, 2025 by Mike Fuhrman

Mary Edna Weisner Lewis, 99, of Statesville, N.C., passed away on Thursday, October 16, 2025, at her home. Mary was born on October 27, 1925, to the late Espy Vance

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Marilyn Lee Lackey

Posted on October 17, 2025 by Mike Fuhrman

Marilyn Lee Parker Lackey, a beloved wife and cherished member of her community, passed away peacefully on October 15, 2025, at Iredell Memorial Hospital. Born on April 16, 1951, in

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Christine Cormier Tohn

Posted on October 17, 2025 by Mike Fuhrman

Christine Cormier Tohn, 78, of Mooresville, N.C., passed away on Thursday, October 16, 2025, at Duke University Hospital in Durham, N.C. She was born on December 17, 1946, in Glen

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Shonnette Lanise Cannon

Posted on October 17, 2025 by Mike Fuhrman

Shonnette Lanise Sermons Cannon passed away at her home in Mooresville, N.C., on Monday, October 13, 2025. Shonnette was born October 20, 1969, to Freddy and Sharon Sermons in Tioga,

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James “Jim” Feary

Posted on October 17, 2025 by Mike Fuhrman

Jim Feary, 69, of Statesville, N.C., and formerly of Washington Court House, Ohio, and proudly from the Bronx, N.Y., passed away on October 13, 2025, after a courageous battle with

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Hazelene Bentley Munday

Posted on October 17, 2025 by Mike Fuhrman

Hazelene Bentley Munday, 88, of Statesville, N.C., passed away on Thursday, October 16, 2025, at her home. She was born April 7, 1937, in Alexander County, the daughter of the late

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Ruptured gas line shuts down section of West Plaza Drive in Mooresville for more than two hours

Posted on October 17, 2025 by Mike Fuhrman

BY KEVIN IMM Mooresville Fire Rescue Units were dispatched to a report of a gas main that was ruptured by contractors working on West Plaza Drive in front of a

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How Player Reviews Shape Trust in Gambling Platforms

Posted on October 17, 2025 by Mike Fuhrman

https://pixabay.com/photos/happiness-lucky-number-roulette-839037/  Choosing an online gambling platform can feel like a gamble in itself. Players want to know that their money and data are safe, and that the games they play

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The Rise of Anxiety Among College Students: How to Cope and Seek Support

Posted on October 17, 2025 by Mike Fuhrman

Just like fear, anxiety is an important feeling we have that can stop us from getting into dangerous or unpleasant situations. After all, it helped our civilization survive during ancient

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Will AI Replace Teachers in the Classroom?

Posted on October 17, 2025 by Mike Fuhrman

You’ve probably heard a lot about AI lately, especially how it’s changing everything from business to healthcare. Now, one of the big questions is: could AI eventually replace teachers in

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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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