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A few years ago, the idea of making extra money outside a traditional job still felt uncertain. Today, people in Iredell County are finding ways to turn hobbies and everyday
After an accident in North Carolina, receiving a settlement offer from the insurance company might feel like a huge relief. However, these initial offers are often much lower than what
IFN Staff A western Iredell County resident faces a felony gun charge after being stopped by an Iredell County Sheriff’s Office for displaying a fake license plate. Sheriff Darren Campbell
Special to IFN Full Bloom Film Festival invites the community to celebrate the holiday season with a special screening of the beloved Christmas classic “Elf” on Tuesday, December 16, from
Robert Earl Byrd, 90, of Statesville, N.C., passed away peacefully on Saturday, December 13, 2025, at the Gordon Hospice House. Robert was born December 17, 1934, in Union Mills to
David Sherrill Horton of Statesville, N.C., born February 26, 1949, in Rowan County, N.C., passed away peacefully on December 11, 2025, in Statesville at the age of 76. David was the
Imogene Miller, a beloved mother, grandmother, great-grandmother, and cherished member of her community, passed away after a life marked by hard work, perseverance, and deep love for her family. She
IFN Staff After being found guilty by a jury of six felony charges related to a deadly crash near Statesville, Austin Ray Harmon was sentenced to a minimum of 20
BY REP. TODD CARVER Since October 1 I have received numerous emails about the Medicaid situation in the state and the impact it was having on families. Therefore, a brief
BY DEBBIE PAGE Participants in the Town of Troutman’s annual Jingle Run 5K did not let the bitter temperatures and wind affect their holiday spirit on Sunday afternoon as they
Special to IFN Retired school administrator Boen Nutting has filed to run for the District 5 seat on the Iredell–Statesville Schools Board of Education. A 30-year advocate for public education
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Peggy Joyce Smith Stafford, 92, passed away on December 13, 2025, after a brief illness. Peggy was born on October 29, 1933, and raised in Mooresville, N.C. She graduated from
Robert David Hahn was born on May 24, 1942, in Holyoke, Mass. His childhood was not ideal, but he and his siblings persevered. His trials made him stronger, and as an
BY BRANDY TEMPLETON Frigid temperatures didn’t prevent the crowd from enjoying the 2025 Statesville Christmas Parade on Sunday afternoon. Spectators bundled up in thick coats and pajamas. Many brought blankets,
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
BY DEBBIE PAGE The Troutman Ruritan Club held its first annual Wreaths Across America ceremony to remember the fallen, honor those who serve and their families, and teach the next
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IFN Staff The deadline for candidates to file to run in local and state elections in 2026 is Friday, December 19. Several local races, including two seats in the N.C.
North Carolina General Statute 105-308 requires every person who owns any taxable property to list the property with the Assessor during the annual listing period. NCGS 105-307 provides that listings
IFN Staff The Iredell County Sheriff’s Office reported the following felony arrests: DECEMBER 5 ♦ Pedro Aguirre Jr., 28, of Craft Lane, Statesville, charged with three counts of statutory rape
BY BRANDY TEMPLETON Local balloonists hosted their annual drive-thru event at the Statesville Soccer Complex on Saturday. Photo Gallery
By DEBBIE PAGE Mooresville Graded School District school officials and staff held their annual legislative breakfast on Friday morning with representatives of the Town of Mooresville and Iredell County, and
Nilan James Puckett, 84, of Mooresville, N.C., passed away on December 9, 2025, at Duke Lake Norman Medical Center. A native of Christian County, Ill., he was the son of
BY DEBBIE PAGE After the Troutman Town Council concluded its December business on Thursday, Felina Harris, George Harris and Tonya Bartlett were sworn in and officially began their four year
BY KEVIN IMM The Harmony Volunteer Fire Department conducted a live burn training on Saturday morning at a donated home off Harmony Highway. Personnel from Yadkinville, Lone Hickory, Sheffield-Calahaln, County
BY DONNA SWICEGOOD When he moved to Statesville 10 years ago, James Poston was told his new home was a welcoming place for veterans. “I was told Statesville loves veterans,”
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
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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