IFN Staff A jury began deliberations on Friday afternoon following closing arguments in the Iredell County Superior Court trial of Austin Ray Harmon. Harmon, 26, faces six felony charges and
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Diane Georgia Diedrich Myers, 89, of Bethlehem, N.C., passed away on Thursday, December 11, 2025, at her home. She was born in Huntington, W.Va., on August 20, 1936, to parents George
Mary Catherine Fortner Moore, affectionately known as “Mama Cathy,” entered her eternal rest with the Lord on Monday, December 8, 2025, at the age of 75. Born on June 11,
Special to IFN Piedmont HealthCare and Iredell Health System reached an important milestone recently with completion of the 200th ION robotic bronchoscopy performed at Iredell Memorial Hospital. This achievement marks
BY KEVIN IMM The Iredell County Fraternal Order of Police Lodge 10 held its annual Cops & Kids program at the Statesville Walmart on Thursday evening. Sixty-two children were taken
Special to IFN The Iredell County Sheriff’s Office on Friday notified the public of a scam involving the use of the Sheriff’s Office youth athletic program information. A flyer and
Special to IFN RALEIGH — A report issued this week by Gov. Stein’s Advisory Council for Student Safety & Well-Being, which was formed in April 2025, is reporting early success
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IFN Staff A man who was traveling on Fort Dobbs Road behind Austin Ray Harmon on the evening of June 13, 2022, when Harmon’s Honda Accord crashed into a golf
Vickie Sue Lackey, 74, of Hiddenite, N.C., passed away on Wednesday, December 10, 2025, at Catawba Valley Medical Center. She was born May 21, 1951, in Buncombe County, the daughter
Joseph Dewayne Seamone, 58, of Statesville, N.C., passed away on Monday, December 8, 2025, at Atrium Wake Forest Baptist Medical Center. He was born June 11, 1967, in Cabarrus County,
It is with much sorrow and sadness that we announce the death of our dear Mother, Nana, Aunt, wife and friend to many. Teresa Ferrell Menscer Lambert Trivette was born on January
Special to IFN Sawyer Insurance continued its longtime sponsorship of Mooresville High School football and celebrated the Blue Devils’ successful 2025 season. In partnership with the Mooresville High School Athletic
IFN Staff A registered sex offender faces a new criminal charge following an investigation by the Iredell County Sheriff’s Office. Sheriff Darren Campbell announced the arrest of Brittain Lee Nichols,
BY KARISSA MILLER Executive Director of Accountability, Testing and Student Information Laura Elliot presented proposals for 2026-27 and 2027-2028 school calendars for the traditional schools, early colleges and N.B. Mills
Special to IFN You don’t need a diagnosis to make a decision. Do you have an advance directive? Advance directive is an umbrella term used to describe how someone wants
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IFN Staff Defense attorneys worked on Wednesday to raise questions about the sufficiency of the state’s evidence and the accuracy of witness testimony presented in the Iredell County Superior Court
BY DEBBIE PAGE During their agenda briefing on Monday afternoon, Troutman Town Council members welcomed Town Manager Justin Longino on his first day of work as he steps back into
IFN Staff Iredell County Sheriff Darren Campbell announced this week that he will seek a fourth term in office. Campbell filed his campaign paperwork with the Iredell County Board of
It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of Tina Lynn Loftis Sherrill, 68, of Statesville, N.C. She entered her heavenly home at the Gordon Hospice House on Monday,
Linda Kay Beard Wingler, 78, of Statesville, N.C., put up an amazing, good fight and received her crown of righteousness peacefully on Monday, December 8, 2025, at the Gordon Hospice
Grady Lester Mayhew, 86, born December 3, 1939, and passed away peacefully at his home surrounded by his family on December 9, 2025. He struggled with some disabilities for the
James Monroe Parker, 77, of Mooresville, N.C., passed away on Tuesday, December 9, 2025. He was born on June 11, 1948, in Mooresville to the late David and Nellie Blackwelder
Linda “Sharon” Parker Wilson peacefully went to her eternal home on December 8, 2025, after a brief, courageous, and aggressive battle with illness. Surrounded by her loving family, she left this
Roberta Rich Brookshire, 66, passed away peacefully at her home on Saturday, December 6, 2025, following a short illness. Roberta was born on May 1, 1959, in Watauga County, N.C., to
June Marie Walker, 68, of Statesville, N.C., passed away Monday, December 8, 2025, at Iredell Memorial Hospital. June was born in Iredell County on August 3, 1957, to the late
Mrs. Blanche Mary Hamill Clark Parker, 92, entered her eternal rest with the Lord on December 5, 2025, embraced by the peace promised in Psalm 23. She was born on
Agnes Martin Harrington, 85, of Taylorsville, N.C., passed away on Tuesday, December 9, 2025, at the home of her daughter. She was born September 17, 1940, in Alexander County, the daughter
BY DEBBIE PAGE Next year will be a year-long commemoration of the 250th anniversary of the signing of the Declaration of Independence, and Iredell County’s America 250 education committee is
Special to IFN RALEIGH — The N.C. Department of Health and Human Services has received funding for the 2026 Low Income Home and Energy Assistance Program (LIHEAP) from federal partners.
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When you’re weighing build options, locations, and long-term value, the search for the right home can be daunting. Many buyers today search for options that reduce stress and the need to
Although replacing a home furnace may seem like a daunting task, it is one of the few necessary jobs that you must do to stay comfortable during winter. Familiarizing yourself
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