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Rev. James Junior Moore

Posted on November 11, 2025 by Mike Fuhrman

Rev. James Junior Moore, 93, of Statesville, N.C., went home to be with his Savior on Monday, November 10, 2025 at Iredell Memorial Hospital. Born on May 6, 1932, in

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Karen Clark Johnston

Posted on November 11, 2025 by Mike Fuhrman

Karen Clark Johnston, 84, of Statesville, N.C., born on May 26, 1941, in Cleveland, Ohio, passed away peacefully on November 9, 2025, at her residence following a period of declining

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Carmen Zoraida Rodriguez

Posted on November 11, 2025 by Mike Fuhrman

Carmen Zoraida Rodriguez, 66, of Statesville, N.C., was born on October 12, 1959, in Dunkirk, N.Y., to the late Juan and Adelina Echevarria Rodriguez. She passed away peacefully on Sunday,

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Walter Hurd Shaw Jr.

Posted on November 11, 2025 by Mike Fuhrman

Walter Hurd Shaw Jr., born April 1, 1947, in Ipswich, Mass., passed away on Friday, November 7, 2025. He is survived by his loving wife of 58 years, Mrs. Paula

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Martinique Marie Eckard

Posted on November 11, 2025 by Mike Fuhrman

Martinique Marie Eckard, 75, of Statesville, N.C., passed away on Saturday, November 8, 2025, at Iredell Memorial Hospital. Born on September 21, 1950, in Pendleton County, W.Va., she was the

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Raymond Ray Deviney

Posted on November 11, 2025 by Mike Fuhrman

Raymond Ray Deviney, 85, of Statesville, N.C., passed away peacefully Tuesday, November 11, 2025, at the Gordon Hospice House. Raymond was born August 21, 1940, in Cabarrus County to the

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Jane Christine Gilliland

Posted on November 11, 2025 by Mike Fuhrman

Jane Christine Gilliland, 86, entered the house of the Lord on November 7, 2025. She walked closely with the Lord throughout her life. Her life was a testament to her

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Troutman Elementary students express gratitude for veterans’ service (Photos)

Posted on November 11, 2025 by Mike Fuhrman

Special to IFN Troutman Elementary School teachers Bethany Crisp and Emily Hawkins’ students honored the veterans connected to their classrooms by writing heartfelt thank-you notes. “We love our veterans and

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Mitchell Community College hosts annual Veterans Day Ceremony (Photos)

Posted on November 11, 2025 by Mike Fuhrman

BY DONNA SWICEGOOD Serving in the U.S. Marine Corps prepared Nicole Webb, a graphic designer and student at Mitchell Community College, for life outside the military. Webb was one of

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Top 5 Reasons Why Your Instagram Posts Aren’t Getting Enough Likes (And How to Fix It)

Posted on November 11, 2025 by Mike Fuhrman

Have you noticed how effortless it seems to get initial likes on Instagram? You post a holiday selfie or a photo of the trees in Redwood National Park, and before

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Top 8 Safe And Effective Ways to Boost TikTok Likes

Posted on November 11, 2025 by Mike Fuhrman

TikTok’s algorithm decides which videos appear on the “For You” page. It rewards visibility and engagement. Every day, 34 million videos hit TikTok about 270 every second. It’s no surprise

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When a Casino Comes to Iredell: Local Revenue Promises, Jobs, and What Counties Really Get

Posted on November 11, 2025 by Mike Fuhrman

Talk of a casino can light up a county meeting. Supporters picture new jobs, a stronger tax base, and busy hotels and restaurants. Neighbors worry about traffic, policing costs, and

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7 Budget-Friendly Valentine Ideas

Posted on November 11, 2025 by Mike Fuhrman

It’s never too early to start preparing for Valentine’s, especially when you’re on a low budget. If you need a few ideas to get the planning started, we put together

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I-SS Board approves $274 million budget for 2025-2026

Posted on November 11, 2025 by Mike Fuhrman

BT KARISSA MILLER The Iredell-Statesville Schools Board of Education voted unanimously Monday to approve the district’s $274 million budget for fiscal year 2025-2026. Chief Finance Officer Adam Steele told the

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TPD: Troutman man fatally injured in motorcycle crash

Posted on November 11, 2025 by Mike Fuhrman

IFN Staff The Troutman Police Department is investigating a fatal crash that occurred Sunday afternoon on Duck Creek Road. Officers responded to a report of a motorcycle crash in the

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N.C. students outpace nation in Advanced Placement growth

Posted on November 11, 2025 by Mike Fuhrman

Special to IFN RALEIGH — For the fourth year in a row, North Carolina students increased their scores and participation in Advanced Placement exams, outpacing the national average and setting a

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Understanding What Truly Draws People Into Local Businesses

Posted on November 11, 2025 by Mike Fuhrman

A neighborhood’s local businesses are often its beating heart. They are the mom-and-pop stores, cafés, bakeries, and marketplaces that people go to for more than simply the goods sold there.

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Full Bloom Film Festival to present special screening of iconic concert film

Posted on November 11, 2025 by Mike Fuhrman

Special to IFN The Iredell Arts Council, in partnership with the Full Bloom Film Festival, will present a special screening of “Stop Making Sense,” the groundbreaking concert film directed by

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Emanuel “E.T.” Turner

Posted on November 10, 2025 by Mike Fuhrman

Mr. Emanuel Turner was born in Iredell County on January 6, 1948, and was the son of the late Woodrow Wilson Turner and Matha Elizabeth Turner Turner. He departed this

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Michael Claude Marshall

Posted on November 10, 2025 by Mike Fuhrman

Michael Claude Marshall, a devoted and faithful husband, father, and friend, passed away on November 4, 2025, at the age of 67. Born on August 30, 1958, in Norfolk, Va.,

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Martha Karen Miller

Posted on November 10, 2025 by Mike Fuhrman

Martha Karen Lederer Miller, 78, of Statesville, N.C., passed away peacefully on Saturday, November 8, 2025, at the Gordon Hospice House. Karen was born January 25, 1947, in Iredell County,

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Sheriff: ICSO deputies recover stolen backhoe; suspect arrested

Posted on November 10, 2025 by Mike Fuhrman

IFN Staff An eastern Iredell County resident faces a felony charge in connection with a stolen backhoe that was recovered in a field near Statesville. Iredell County Sheriff Darren Campbell

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D1 Training reopening in Mooresville with focus on empowering youth and adult athletes

Posted on November 10, 2025 by Mike Fuhrman

Special to IFN D1 Training, a leading fitness enrichment concept utilizing the five core tenets of athletic-based training, will be reopening a new location at 221 Norman Station Boulevard in

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Health Beat: How to escape an anxiety trap

Posted on November 10, 2025 by Mike Fuhrman

Special to IFN The anxiety trap, often called the cycle of avoidance, happens when we avoid situations that can cause anxiety or emotional distress. Avoidance provides temporary relief before the

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Iredell County EMS hosting annual food and clothing drive to support local families

Posted on November 10, 2025 by Mike Fuhrman

Special to IFN Iredell County Emergency Medical Services is once again giving back to the community through a countywide food and clothing drive, which runs through November 15. Members of

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Renowned pastor to preach at Broad Street UMC in Statesville on November 16

Posted on November 10, 2025 by Mike Fuhrman

Special to IFN Broad Street United Methodist Church will host its 2025 Fall LEAP Lecture and Preaching Series on Sunday, November 16. The series, which celebrates leadership, excellence, and preaching,

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Wrongful Death Claims After Mesothelioma: A Guide for Military Families

Posted on November 9, 2025 by Mike Fuhrman

Mesothelioma can take a loved one fast, and families are left with painful questions. When exposure occurred during military service, the path to justice runs through a wrongful death claim.

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City of Statesville & Iredell County announce Veterans Day closings

Posted on November 9, 2025 by Mike Fuhrman

Special to IFN Iredell County and the City of Statesville announced the following closings and schedule changes for Tuesday, November 11, in observance of Veterans Day. City of Statesville City

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Lois Nantz Williams

Posted on November 9, 2025 by Mike Fuhrman

It is with great sorrow that the family of Lois Ann Williams announces the passing on November 6, 2025, at the age of 92. Born February 9, 1933, in Iredell

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ICSO Felony Arrests: October 31 – November 6

Posted on November 9, 2025 by Mike Fuhrman

IFN Staff The Iredell County Sheriff’s Office reported the following felony arrests: OCTOBER 31 ♦ Angel Fabra Martin, 48, of Nabors Road, Statesville, charged with obtaining property by false pretenses,

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Local veterans honored at annual West Iredell High School ceremony (Photo Gallery)

Posted on November 9, 2025 by Mike Fuhrman

BY KARISSA MILLER West Iredell High School’s Junior ROTC cadets and students held the school’s 41st annual Veterans Day Ceremony on Friday morning, delivering a heartfelt and powerful tribute to

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Iredell County Government Career Opportunities (November 9)

Posted on November 9, 2025 by Mike Fuhrman

These positions are subject to pre-employment screenings. Iredell County does not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, creed, national origin, sex, age, political affiliation, genetic information, or handicapping

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BBB Scam Alert: Use caution when searching for weight-loss products online

Posted on November 9, 2025 by Mike Fuhrman

Special to IFN Better Business Bureau is warning consumers about a troubling trend involving deep-fake videos that promote a weight-loss product. Over the course of two months, BBB Scam Tracker

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NCDHHS pauses full SNAP payments after U.S. Supreme Court decision

Posted on November 9, 2025 by Mike Fuhrman

Special to IFN RALEIGH — The N.C. Department of Health and Human Services (NCDHHS) acknowledges the U.S. Supreme Court’s decision issued late Friday night granting the Trump Administration’s appeal to

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Serving by Faith: Cochran Street Bible Church hosts community dinner

Posted on November 8, 2025 by Mike Fuhrman

BY BRANDY TEMPLETON Cochran Street Bible Church opened its doors on Thursday evening to feed those who are hungry, those hurt by the delays to federal food assistance payments, and

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Annie Marie Moose

Posted on November 8, 2025 by Mike Fuhrman

Mrs. Annie “Marie” Moose, 87, of Statesville, N.C., passed away surrounded by her children on Friday, November 7, 2025, at the Gordon Hospice House in Statesville. Born on October 12,

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