Special to IFN Statesville Public Power has earned national recognition for excellence in electric utility operations, achieving the prestigious Diamond-level Reliable Public Power Provider RP3 designation from the American Public
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Patricia Eads Case, 88, of Statesville, N.C., passed away peacefully at her residence on April 4, 2026, at the age of 88. Born on July 22, 1937, in Evansville, Ind.,
Sandra “Kathy” Thompson, 71, of Cajah’s Mountain, N.C., passed away on Saturday, April 4, 2026, at Amorem in Hudson, N.C. Kathy was born May 13, 1954, in Lawton, Okla., the
Special to IFN Tilley’s Dance Academy delivered impressive performances over the past two weekends, earning top honors, special recognitions, and memorable experiences at two regional dance competitions. From March 20–22,
Special to IFN After completing final construction updates at its Old Mountain Road store near Statesville, Food Lion will celebrate their enhanced customer shopping experiences on Wednesday, April 8. A
Special to IFN Community Conversations will host a virtual #IAmLeandro discussion on Tuesday, April 7, at 6:30 p.m., continuing local and statewide efforts to raise awareness and engage the community
IFN Staff A Harmony man faces drug charges after the vehicle he was traveling in was stopped by an Iredell County Sheriff’s Office deputy. Sheriff Darren Campbell announced the arrest
The online casino industry is constantly in motion and we are seeing many new platforms launch at the same time that many top casinos are making changes to how they
The U.S. sports betting environment has been rapidly evolving since 2026. Over thirty-nine states are currently authorized for legal wagering; however, an additional several states have plans to allow wagering.
Special to IFN The Iredell Arts Council hosted the Mitchell Community College Student Art Show on April 1, celebrating the creativity and dedication of the college’s emerging artists. The exhibition,
Mary Ethel Dalton McHenry, daughter of the late William Augustus and Blanch Allison Dalton, was born in Iredell County on March 8, 1928. She departed this life on Friday, April
Bryan Keith Reavis, 59, of Statesville, N.C., passed away on Saturday, April 4, 2026, at his home. He was born on March 7, 1967, to the late Clyde Nelson Reavis
BY KARISSA MILLER Troutman Middle School students recently tackled real-world budgeting — complete with bills, budgets and tough financial decisions — through an interactive financial literacy simulation activity called Bite
BY DEBBIE PAGE At Drug-Alcohol Coalition of Iredell’s recent “In the Know” event, Parent Inner Circle Program Director Gail Embt shared her “60 Seconds to Engage” strategies, which emphasize the
IFN Staff The Iredell County Sheriff’s Office reported the following felony arrests: MARCH 27 ♦ William Reese Anderson, 41, of Beatty Avenue, Mooresville, charged with breaking or entering and larceny
Kenneth Ray Johnson, 75, of Statesville, N.C., passed away on Friday, April 3, 2026, at the Gordon Hospice House. Kenneth was born on January 14, 1951, to the late Warren
It is with great sorrow that we announce the death of Gwendolyn Sloan Sink of Mooresville, N.C., who passed away peacefully on March 24, 2026. She was born to Samuel Troy Sloan
IFN Staff The District Attorney’s Office has dismissed a criminal charge against a Troutman Town Council member in Iredell County District Court. Nicholas Jaroszynski, 40, was charged with resisting an
Special to IFN A Pine Lake Prep graduate is playing a key role in the Artemis II space mission. Bryce Clegg, a 2017 grad of the Mooresville charter school, is
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 International touring theatre company Live History will bring a one-of-a-kind immersive experience to the Iredell County Public Library in Statesville on April 23-25. Nominated for the Governor
IFN Staff The Statesville Police Department reported the following felony arrests: MARCH 16 ♦ Larry Donell Robinson, 60, of Marshall Street, Statesville, charged with with maintaining a dwelling for controlled
Donald J. Childers, 67, of Statesville, N.C., passed away peacefully on April 2, 2026, surrounded by his loving family. Don was born on September 14, 1958, to Garwood and Jennie
Thelma Harmon, formerly of Statesville, N.C., was born on May 24, 1933, in Avery County, N.C. She passed away peacefully on April 1, 2026, in Gastonia, N.C., at the age
Phillip Harrison Bolt, 52, of Mooresville, N.C., will be remembered and celebrated for his vibrant spirit and love for life following his passing on April 2, 2026, at his home.
Elizabeth “Liz” Margaret Lennon, 76, of Mooresville, N.C., went to be with the Lord on Sunday, March 29, 2026. She was surrounded by her loving family. She was born July
Frank Nash, 88 of Mooresville, N.C., went to be with the Lord peacefully on Saturday, March 28, 2026. He is the son of the late Wilifrid J. Nash and Lillian
Lillie Mae Katie Alexander Templeton, 95, of Statesville, N,C., passed away peacefully on Wednesday, April 1, 2026, at Autumn Care Nursing Center. Mama Katie, as she was affectionately called by
Jay Lee Sturgis Jr., 63, of Statesville, N.C., son of Jay Lee Sturgis Sr. and Arilla Mathis Sturgis, was born on February 3, 1963, in Iredell County. He departed this
IFN Staff The sounds of “We Shall Overcome” and “Amazing Grace” lifted into the air on Friday morning in Downtown Statesville during Grace Baptist Church’s annual Walk for Peace. Several
Special to IFN The Exchange Club of Troutman invites the community to attend its second annual Cars for Kids Car Show, a family-friendly event dedicated to driving out child abuse
Special to IFN RALEIGH – N.C. Attorney General Jeff Jackson on Friday challenged the president’s executive order on mail-in voting. Jackson, along with attorneys general from 20 other states and
BY DEBBIE PAGE Iredell County Library Director and Iredell America 250 Committee Chair Juli Moore recently visited Woodland Heights Elementary School to announce the winners of the America 250 NC
While no one prays that any part of their home gets damaged, sometimes you certainly would need to renovate it. So if these repairs are required during moments when you
Over 14 million homes have pest problems, and there are thousands of pest sighting reports across major university campuses every day, since these shared locations create even more opportunities for
When launching a physical product, your PR campaign needs to line up with the manufacturing timeline. If the two are misaligned, your product launches with a significant disadvantage. The Samsung