Special to IFN Brady Johnson, retired Iredell-Statesville Schools superintendent, was the guest speaker at the January meeting of the Statesville Woman’s Club. He discussed three different opportunities for students within
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Nancy Ann Shaffer Paff, 92, of Mooresville, N.C., passed away on Wednesday, February 4, 2026, at her home. She was born on August 13, 1933, in Johnstown, Pa., to the
James “Smilin’ Jim” Edward Myers, 69, of Mooresville, N.C., passed away peacefully on Wednesday, February 4, 2026, at the S. Mitchell Mack Hospice House in Mooresville. Jim fought hard against
Timothy Steven Wade, affectionately known as Uncle Timmy to his family and Tim to others, passed away on February 3, 2026, at the age of 62. Tim was born on
John Michael Raley, 74, of Mooresville, N.C., passed away on Thursday, January 29, 2026, at the S. Mitchell Mack Hospice House after a brief fight with cancer. He was born
Patricia “Tinnie” Ann Josey, 77, passed away on February 1, 2026. She was born on December 7, 1948, to David Sidney Josey and Nellie Mae Westmoreland Josey. Patricia dedicated many
Dewey Douglas Lafayette Waters Sr., born on September 5, 1941, in East LaPorte, N.C., passed away on January 23, 2026, at the age of 84, in Statesville, N.C. He pursued
Juanita Kaye Benge passed away on Thursday, February 5, 2026, at Autumn Care of Statesville, N.C. She was preceded in death by her father, George Wesley Haire, and mother, Nola Mae
Shirley Anne Ward Byrd, 90, of Statesville, N.C., has entered the Kingdom, triumphant. She passed peacefully on February 4, 2026, at the Gordon Hospice House, six and a half weeks
Phyllis Billings Frye, 90, of Taylorsville, N.C., passed away on Wednesday, February 4, 2026, at the Gordon Hospice House in Statesville, N.C. She was born December 24, 1935, the daughter
Special to IFN The Iredell County Public Library invites the community to explore Black history, culture and creativity throughout February. From local history lectures to panel discussions, there’s something for
In 2026, U.S. sports betting has moved beyond questions of legitimacy and availability. The focus is now on reputation, experience, as well as how a sportsbook looks, feels, and performs.
IFN Staff The Statesville Police Department’s Special Response Team was activated Thursday morning and deployed to the 1300 block of Wilson Lee Boulevard in response to a report of gunshots
BY KARISSA MILLER Iredell-Statesville Schools Child Nutrition staff, school employees and volunteers worked together on Wednesday at N.B. Mills Elementary School to provide free meals to I-SS students while schools
Shipping a car may appear daunting, but proper preparation avoids stress and makes the entire experience smooth-sailing and worry-free. Preparing the car for transportation ensures peace of mind for both
In professional aesthetic medicine, the transformation from dull fatigued skin to vibrant healthy complexion is increasingly driven by regenerative science. Rather than masking surface imperfections, modern treatments aim to restore
In their fact sheet, the Rape, Abuse & Incest National Network (RAINN) said that an estimated 423,000 persons aged 12 and older were sexually assaulted annually throughout the United States.
Every two years, the New York State law conducts a Survey of Sexual Assault and Related Misconduct. And according to their latest survey in 2025, 49% of the respondents reported
Owning a non-running motorhome or fifth wheel in the Bluegrass State often starts as what you may think is solely a personal problem, but it can quickly spiral into a
Riding a motorcycle brings a sense of freedom that few other forms of travel can match. But for riders who’ve felt the wind on an open highway, that same freedom
Georgia drivers know that the heat and traffic can be very hard on any vehicle. Between the humid air in Savannah and the constant stop-and-go traffic in Atlanta, cars tend
In Bakersfield, California, keeping detailed records after an injury is crucial to strengthening a personal injury case. From documenting the initial injury to tracking medical treatments and related expenses, every
If you own a pool in Rock Hill, you know it’s much more than a backyard feature. It’s where you cool off in the summer, spend time with family, and
BY KARISSA MILLER The Iredell County Board of Commissioners is reconsidering how the county funds the daily operations of volunteer fire departments throughout the county as well as how it
Special to IFN Iredell Health System announced Wednesday that Tracie Faircloth has been promoted to director of the hospital-based skilled nursing facility at Iredell Memorial Hospital. She formerly served as
Angeleta “Angie” Suzette Moore, 64, of Mooresville, N.C., passed away Tuesday, February 3, 2026, at Atrium Health Pineville Hospital. Angie was born March 3, 1961, in Morehead City, N.C., to
Myrtle Ostwalt Freeze, 95, of Statesville, N.C., entered her heavenly home on January 31, 2026. Mrs. Freeze was born October 15, 1930, to Gray Bynum Ostwalt and Jessie Mae Lippard
John Walker Piet, 76, of Mooresville, N.C., passed away on Saturday, January 31, 2026. He was born in Baltimore, Md., on May 12, 1949, to the late Francis and Anna
Nadine Irene Rogers, born on November 21, 1955, in Iredell County, N.C., passed away peacefully from natural causes on January 31, 2026, at the age of 70. Her final moments
Pastor Grover Ray Crosswhite entered the presence of his Lord and Savior on January 31, 2026. Grover lived a life marked by deep faith, generous love, and sincere gratitude. He saw
Paul “Fate” Hefner, 91, of Taylorsville, N.C., passed away on Tuesday, February 3, 2026, at his home. He was born on September 24, 1934, in Alexander County, the son of
Special to IFN RALEIGH — Demonstrating strong levels of safety, North Carolina public school units (PSUs) reported that nearly 80 percent of schools had five or fewer acts of reportable criminal offenses), with 44 percent of schools having
IFN Staff Two suspects face criminal charges in connection with a break-in and theft that occurred at a business located off Sharon School Road following an investigation by the Iredell
BY KEVIN IMM Cool Springs Fire Department personnel, along with the Iredell County Rescue Squad, N.C. State Highway Patrol and Iredell County Sheriff’s Office were alerted for a report of
Frances Holmes Ewell Tharpe, 84, of Statesville, N.C., passed away on Friday, January 30, 2026, at Jurney’s Assisted Living. Fran was born February 4, 1941, in Danville, Va., to the