Stanley Dean Sharpe, lovingly known as “Papa Stan,” 64, of Stony Point, N.C., passed away Thursday, July 3, 2025, at Carolinas Medical Center. Stan was born July 10, 1960, to
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Walter Joseph Pawlowski, beloved father, grandfather, great-grandfather, brother, uncle and friend, passed away peacefully on July 3, 2025. He was 91 years old. Born on June 4, 1934, in Brooklyn,
Anthony “Tony” DiRaffaele, 70, of Statesville, N.C., and formerly of New York, went to be with the Lord on Wednesday, July 2, 2025, surrounded by family members at the Gordon
Our beloved, handsome and ever so talented TJ Conner went to be with his Heavenly Father on July 1, 2025, at the early age of 26. TJ, who had the
Shirley Shuemake Childers, 91, of Mooresville, N.C., passed away on Thursday, July 3, 2025, at her home. She was born April 28, 1934, in Iredell County to the late Marvin
Emma Jean Hollar, 84, of Taylorsville, N.C., passed away on Friday, July 4, 2025, at the Taylorsville House following a brief illness. She was born August 18, 1940, in Alexander County,
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IFN Staff The Mooresville Police Department reported the following felony arrests: JUNE 16 ♦ Malcolm James Atterholt, 20, of Mallardwood Drive, Mount Ulla, charged with felony speeding to elude arrest.
Special to IFN The Iredell County Public Library has been awarded a $15,525 Library Services and Technology Act grant from the State Library of North Carolina. This funding will be
Special to IFN Iredell County’s next generation of healthcare workers recently got a chance to explore the healthcare industry through hands-on learning experiences at Iredell Memorial Hospital. On June 26,
Following a strong and courageous seven-year battle with cancer, Phyllis Ann Robinette Fox has been reunited with her beloved daughter Nicole and is now worshipping with her at the feet
Barbara Wier Jenkins, 95, of Taylorsville, N.C., departed for her heavenly home on Wednesday, July 3, 2025. She was born in Taylorsville on December 3, 1929. She was the only child
BY COOPER HALL Residents of the Baymount community gathered on Friday morning for the 26th Annual Fourth of July Parade. Golf carts, motorcycles, bikes and more drove past viewers along
IFN Staff Statesville City Councilman Joe Hudson announced this week that he would not seek another term in November. “After prayer and consideration, I have decided I will not seek
Special to IFN Duke Health Spine and Pain Management Mooresville welcomes Dr. Patrick J. Laguerre and Physician Assistant Thienkim “Kim” Walters. Laguerre is a board-certified interventional pain physician who specializes
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
Special to IFN Iredell County Sheriff’s Office Deputy Travis Lewis has been honored as the Lieutenant Williams Officer of the Year by the N.C. Juvenile Officers Association. This recognition highlights
Colorado’s unpredictable weather can be brutal on recreational vehicles. High winds, hail, heavy snowfall, and flash flooding often leave RVs battered and broken beyond practical repair. When severe weather strikes,
In the past, personal finance was an arena often dominated by traditional institutions and financial advisors. Individuals relied on bank tellers, printed account statements, and in-person consultations to manage savings,
Special to IFN Children’s book author Reitha Z. Morrison will hold a special story time at the Iredell County Public Library in Statesville on Tuesday, July 8. Registration for the
BY JEFF CORBETT The May/June 2004 issue of Psychology Today offers a great story on the power of eye contact. It reads like this: “Bill and Hillary Clinton often tell the story
Robert Peter Vance McLean, 73, of Sparta, N.C., was born in Statesville, N.C. to Hattie Gudrun (Susie) Nasvik McLean and Robert Vance McLean. He died on June 26, 2025, in
Saroj Rajapaksa, 74, passed away peacefully at home on June 25, 2025, leaving behind a legacy of strength, wisdom and kindness. He was born on December 1, 1950, to Colonel
Bryan Eliezer Mendez, 23, of Statesville, N.C., left this world all too soon on Tuesday, July 1, 2025. Born on January 8, 2002, in New Jersey, he was the beloved
Roslyn “Grambo” Schaffer, 97, of Statesville, N.C., passed away peacefully at home surrounded by family on July 1, 2025. Born on April 1, 1928, in Brooklyn, N.Y., Roslyn grew up
Special to IFN The U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) announced the 2025-2026 federal income eligibility guidelines for free and reduced-price meals for children enrolled in North Carolina’s schools. The Federally-assisted
Special to IFN Three new Statesville Police Department officers were sworn in Tuesday morning during a ceremony in City Hall. Mayor Costi Kutteh administered the oath of office and was
Special to IFN Randy Marion Subaru, Subaru of America, and the Leukemia & Lymphoma Society (LLS) are spreading love, hope and warmth to patients with cancer and their families in
John D. “Big John” Carpenter, 86, passed away peacefully on June 24, 2025. Born June 23, 1939, in Parkersburg, W.Va., he was the son of the late Everett and Esther Carpenter. A
BY DEBBIE PAGE A light drizzle did not dampen the high spirits of about 100 Mooresville-Lake Norman Exchange Club members and community volunteers who mounted 500 flags on rebar and
IFN Staff A Harmony man faces a felony charge in connection with the theft of an all-terrain vehicle from a residence in northern Iredell County following an investigation by the
Special to IFN Iredell County Crosby Scholars announced Wednesday that Jennifer Christian has been promoted to executive director of the nonprofit, effective July 1. She succeeds Suzanne Wegmiller, who recently
Are you a medical professional searching for the best places to order botulinum toxin or dermal fillers like Juvederm for skin injections? Many doctors, nurse practitioners, and specialists find it
Special to IFN RALEIGH — N.C. Insurance Commissioner Mike Causey is reminding residents to be aware of changes to automobile insurance policies that took effect on Tuesday. The changes, which are
Special to IFN The first class of internal medicine residents at Iredell Health System began their clinical rotations on Tuesday. Residents will become part of the fabric of Iredell County
The rise of regulated sports wagering in the United States has put NCAA athletes and college programs in the hot seat. NCAA gambling rules are no longer just fine print;