Special to IFN About 70 people participated in the “Free America” demonstration in Downtown Statesville on Tuesday afternoon, joining in the nationwide protest against the policies and actions of the
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Jerry David Bowles, 77, of Cleveland, N.C., passed away Monday, January 19, 2026, at Meadowbrook Heath and Rehabilitation in Salisbury, N.C. Jerry was born June 6, 1948, in McDowell County,
Lenual Parks Forsyth, 94, of Statesville, N.C., passed away peacefully on Sunday, January 18, 2026, at the Gordon Hospice House. Lenual was born on September 9, 1931, in Iredell County
Kenneth Jinnette, 89, passed away peacefully at his home on Saturday, January 17, 2026. Kenneth was born September 21, 1936, in Wayne County to the late Archie and Maggie Deaver
Jackie Thomas Robbins, who graced this world on January 14, 1954, in Iredell County, N.C., decided to take his final road trip on January 19, 2026, from the comfort of
Michael Joseph Sikorski, a devoted husband, father, and grandfather, passed away peacefully at his home on January 12, 2026, in Statesville, N.C. He was born on June 5, 1951, in
In recent years, the healthcare landscape has experienced a significant shift. Breakthrough treatments and medications that once seemed niche have surged in popularity, creating new hope for patients seeking effective
Games have always mirrored the rhythms of everyday life. In Iredell County, that might mean a quick puzzle on a phone between errands, a console session after a late shift,
Keeping up with tech can feel like chasing a fast ball in fog. In casino play, the pace runs even quicker. Not long ago, lots of folks felt fine with
Raging Bull Casino welcomes players with a bold, tidy first screen where the pokies focus stands out straight away and everything feels easy to navigate. The visuals carry a classic
Over the past decade, cannabis has moved from a fringe product category into a tightly regulated consumer goods market in many parts of the United States. One of the most
The 1Win mobile app has become a standout choice for gaming and betting enthusiasts across India, providing a convenient and seamless platform for casino games and sports betting. Designed with
A finger swipes up, a screen flashes, and a person in a subway car smiles at a three-second clip of a cat. Digital life has shrunk to the size of
IFN Staff Two families are grieving the loss of their loved ones following a deadly crash on Amity Hill Road in Rowan County. The collision, which occurred about 11 p.m.
BY DARREN CAMPBELL It is no secret that I regard the Iredell County Sheriff’s Office as the best law enforcement agency in the state. Within the walls of our office
BY KARISSA MILLER Hundreds of people from all backgrounds braved the cold weather Monday morning to celebrate the life and legacy of Martin Luther King Jr. at the Statesville Civic
BY BRANDY TEMPLETON The Charles Mack Citizen Center was packed on Monday with people celebrating the life and legacy of Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. The Town of Mooresville’s annual
Note to Readers: This article and the accompanying video contain adult language and threats of violence. IFN Staff Two members of the Iredell-Statesville Schools Board of Education had to be
With hearts that are shattered yet held by love, we announce the passing of Skylar Nichole Provenza, age 19, who was tragically taken from us far too soon on January 16,
Mary Nell Pruitt, 78, passed away January 7, 2026. Mary was born in Iredell County, N.C., on July 27, 1947, to the late Gothard Teaster and Francies Nell Benfield. Mary
Joan Wood Coombe, 83, of Mooresville, N.C., passed away on Saturday, January 17, 2026. She was born on December 8, 1942, in Potsdam, N.Y., to the late Harold and Catherine
Eileen Stevenson Bader of Statesville, N.C., passed away on January 13, 2026, at the age of 70. She was born on May 23, 1955, in Bergen County, N.J., to the late
Special to IFN The Iredell Arts Council continues its commitment to bringing original, high-quality music to downtown Statesville with a live performance by Charly Lowry on Thursday, January 22. The
Special to IFN Iredell County Partnership for Young Children (ICPYC) has been awarded additional NC Pre-K slots through North Carolina’s statewide reallocation process. This award will allow ICPYC to serve
BY KARISSA MILLER The Statesville Civic Center was filled with more than 1,500 Iredell-Statesville Schools eighth-graders on Tuesday and Wednesday for the annual Eighth Grade on the Move event. The
Sealed bid for furnishing a Valve Maintenance Skid System will be sent out on January 19, 2026, and will be received by the City of Statesville at 301 S. Center
Wilma Wiggins Mangum of Mooresville, N.C., peacefully went to be with her Lord and Savior on Saturday, January 17, 2026, at the S. Mitchell Mack Hospice House in Mooresville. She was
Philip Charles Coleman of the Shepherds Community in Mooresville, N.C., went to be with the Lord on Thursday, January 15, 2026, at his home surrounded by his loving family. He inspired many people with
Special to IFN Mitchell Community College recently hosted its annual Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Celebration, bringing together students, employees, and community members under the theme “The Dream Still Walks
BY MIKE FUHRMAN Throughout his career, William Morgan has helped his clients invest in the stock market from his office in Statesville. Earlier this month the owner and CEO of
Special to IFN Tegan Seely, a Pine Lake Preparatory sixth-grader, recently won the school’s Spelling Bee for the third straight year. After finishing runner-up to a seventh-grader when she was
IFN Staff The Iredell County Sheriff’s Office reported the following felony arrests: JANUARY 9 ♦ Brandon Scott Campbell, 40, of Antietam Road, Statesville, charged with larceny and misdemeanor larceny. ♦
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BY DONNA SWICEGOOD Since it began operating more than seven years ago, Foster Love Adopt Repeat (FLAR) has provided resources for foster parents out of makeshift space in Downtown Mooresville.
Margaret “Peggy” Alice Shields Braden Tune, 92, of Charlotte, N.C., passed away on Thursday, January 15, 2026, at the S. Mitchell Mack Hospice House in Mooresville, N.C. Peggy was born
Geneva Mae Bryant Handy, 97, of Mooresville, N.C., passed away on Friday, January 16, 2026, at the Gordon Hospice House in Statesville, N.C. She was born on January 18, 1928,