Diane Oleksa McFarland, 88, passed away on October 25, 2025, at the S. Mitchell Mack Hospice House in Mooresville, N.C. A devoted wife, mother, sister, and friend, Diane lived a
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Joyce Bell McGuire of Mooresville, N.C., beloved wife, mother, and grandmother, went to be with her Lord and Savior on Thursday, October 23, 2025, at the age of 78. Born
If you were lucky enough to meet Dwyan Allen Jr. — or DJ, as everyone called him, you’d never forget him. He had a way of lighting up a room
Robert Craig Campbell, 80, of Statesville, N.C., passed away Monday, October 27, 2025, at his home. Robert was born April 23, 1945, in Iredell County to the late Robert Ellis
Oma Mae Spaulding Thompson, 79, of Troutman, N.C., went to her heavenly home on October 26, 2025. Born on September 6, 1946, in Crystal, W.Va., she was the daughter of
Franklin White Jr., 78, passed away on Thursday, October 23, 2025, in Statesville, N.C. He was born on August 17, 1947, in Iredell County to Franklin White Sr. and Dequilla
Debra Louise Stamps, 67, of Statesville, N.C., passed away on Wednesday, October 22, 2025. Debra was born in Iredell County on August 12, 1958, to the late John Stamps Jr.
Burma Lounette Millsaps Bellingar of Union Grove, N.C., a beloved figure in her community and a treasured family member, went home to be with Jesus on October 25, 2025, on
Ruth Sherrill Childers James was born on October 17, 1929, in Alexander County and passed away on October 25, 2025, at Elizabeth House in Flat Rock, N.C. She was the
Jerry Mayes, 83, of Taylorsville, N.C., departed this life during the early morning hours of Monday, October 27, 2025, at his home surrounded by his loving wife. He was born
Kay F. Barker, 80, of Taylorsville, N.C., transitioned from this life on Sunday, October 26, 2025, at Iredell Memorial Hospital after an extended illness. She was born December 2, 1943, in
Betty Jean Sprinkle Patterson, 98, of Taylorsville, N.C., passed away on Monday, October 27, 2025, at Valley Nursing Center in Taylorsville. She was born March 11, 1927, in Alexander County, the
Gold remains a haven in 2025’s turbulent markets, with XAU/USD at $4,136 per ounce, up 68% year-to-date amid US-China tariffs and 2.7% inflation. Its 1-2% daily volatility draws traders seeking
Special to IFN The Aspen Institute on Tuesday named Mitchell Community College one of the 200 institutions eligible to compete for the $1 million Aspen Prize for Community College Excellence,
The Netherlands is a country where bicycles, canals, and creativity coexist with some of Europe’s most advanced digital services. Travelers notice quickly how smoothly technology supports daily life, from public
Greece is known worldwide for its history, islands, and culture – but in recent years, it has also become a rising hub for modern digital entertainment. From Athens to Thessaloniki,
Special to IFN If you’ve ever visited Iredell Health’s Outpatient Lab, you may have had the pleasure of meeting Odessa Holmes. Her compassion is something you wouldn’t soon forget. Holmes’
Special to IFN RALEIGH — Help Ministries of Troutman President Donna Lambert was pretty skeptical when she was contacted by the N.C. Department of State Treasurer staff with news that
Special to IFN RALEIGH – Attorney General Jeff Jackson is suing the U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) and the Office of Management and Budget for refusing to fund the Supplemental
Special to IFN The Statesville ABC Board on Tuesday announced the distribution of $100,000 to 11 area agencies through its Education Grant Program to assist with the organizations’ substance abuse
BY KEVIN IMM The Iredell County Fire Marshal’s Office and the Iredell County Sheriff’s Office are investigating the cause of a structure fire that claimed the life of a western
Rodney Dale Bentley, 57, formerly of Hiddenite, N.C., passed away unexpectedly on Saturday, October 25, 2025. He was born December 7, 1967, in Alexander County, the son of Harold Bentley and
Migdalia Robaina Sanchez, 84, of Mooresville, N.C., and formerly of Miami, Fla., suddenly passed away on October 23, 2025. She was born on June 30, 1941, in Matanzas, Cuba. Migdalia
Alice Lucille Keen Sutherland, 59, of Olin, N.C., went to be with the Lord on Thursday, October 23, 2025. She was born on September 14, 1966 in Grundy, Va,, to
James Hickox, 75, of Mooresville, N.C., passed away peacefully at Duke Health Lake Norman Hospital on October 20, 2025. Born on September 24, 1950, he was the son of the
Lineous Beaman Nance Jr., 90, passed away peacefully at his farm in Stony Point, N.C., on October 25, 2025. Beaman was born on November 8, 1934, in Cerro Gordo, N.C.,
BY KEVIN IMM On Sunday, October 26, the South Iredell Fire Department held its annual fall fire festival. More than 1,000 community members came out to the event and were
BY REP. TODD CARVER I have not provided an update in a couple of weeks because the N.C. General Assembly is currently not in session. We met last week and
Special to IFN Sheets Laundry Club, a veteran-owned and privately held manufacturer and retailer of plastic-free, ecofriendly cleaning and personal-care products, has announced plans to expand its manufacturing operation with
IFN Staff A Harmony man faces felony assault and gun charges in connection with a domestic dispute that occurred over the weekend. Sheriff Darren Campbell announced the arrest of Joshua Anson
In 2025, the need for advanced security solutions has never been greater. As businesses face increasing risks from cyberattacks to physical intrusions the demand for reliable, scalable, and intelligent security
Have you ever thought about what it really takes to handle a firearm safely and with confidence? Many people assume that just owning a firearm is enough. But without the
BY DEREK DEVOS While Washington bickers and postures, veterans wait. This month, Secretary of Veterans Affairs Doug Collins tried to hit pause on nearly every veteran appeal at the U.S.
BY KARISSA MILLER North Iredell High School senior Lily Pope has gained valuable experience in veterinary science through her pre-apprenticeship at Animal Hospital of Statesville. “I’ve always loved animals. I
On October 23, 2025, at 6:01 p.m., Joseph Knipe Irwin embarked on one final flight. Joe was born in Estherville, Iowa, to Marilyn Knipe and William Irwin on April 10,
IFN Staff The Mooresville Police Department reported the following felony arrests: OCTOBER 1 ♦ Bryce Xavier Harp-Coney, 26, of Biltmore Street, Mooresville, charged with common law robbery, misdemeanor assault, misdemeanor