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Leasing Gym Equipment vs. Rent-to-Own: How to Choose the Right Fitness Equipment Financing

Posted on August 27, 2025 by Mike Fuhrman

Equipping a gym—whether a commercial facility or a home fitness studio—is a major investment. The cost of purchasing professional-grade gym equipment upfront can be substantial, leading many to explore financing

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Michael Todd Willis

Posted on August 27, 2025 by Mike Fuhrman

Michael Todd Willis, 61, went to be with his Lord and Savior, surrounded by his loving family, on Sunday, August 24, 2025. He was born on August 26, 1963, to

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Vickie Diana Reavis Hinson

Posted on August 27, 2025 by Mike Fuhrman

Vickie Diana Reavis Hinson, 70, of Statesville, N.C., passed away surrounded by her family on Tuesday, August 26, 2025, following a brief illness. She was born in Iredell County on

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Health Beat: When should you keep your child home from school?

Posted on August 27, 2025 by Mike Fuhrman

Special to IFN With a new school year comes new illnesses. A recent study from the CDC shows that more than two-thirds of children missed at least one day of

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Iredell Arts Council seeking applications for grassroots subgrants

Posted on August 27, 2025 by Mike Fuhrman

Special to IFN The Iredell Arts Council is now accepting applications for North Carolina Arts Council Grassroots Arts Program subgrants through September 30. Since 1977, the North Carolina Arts Council’s

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Statesville Planning Board votes to support rezoning for Compass Data Centers project despite vocal opposition

Posted on August 27, 2025 by Mike Fuhrman

City Council scheduled to consider rezoning and annexation requests on September 15 BY MIKE FUHRMAN West Iredell showed up and spoke out on Tuesday night. Faced with the prospect of

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Are iNSTANTS the right game for you? Here’s what to consider

Posted on August 27, 2025 by Mike Fuhrman

The West Virginia Lottery’s iPLAY platform now gives you access to digital games you can play online throughout the state. Among these options, iNSTANTS like Riches Galore stand out as

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Davis returns to role as chief finance officer of MGSD

Posted on August 27, 2025 by Mike Fuhrman

Special to IFN The Mooresville Graded School District announced Wednesday the rehiring of Angela Davis as its chief finance officer. Davis, who previously served in the same role, is rejoining

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Mayor Kutteh declares Dorothy Woodard Day during Chestnut Grove Community Celebration (Photos)

Posted on August 26, 2025 by Mike Fuhrman

BY KARISSA MILLER Mayor Costi Kutteh declared August 21, 2025, as Dorothy Woodward Day in the City of Statesville in recognition of Woodard’s legacy of caring for others and being

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Harriet Lamar Avery

Posted on August 26, 2025 by Mike Fuhrman

Harriet Lamar Avery, 79, of Mooresville, N.C., passed away peacefully on July 15, 2025. She was born in Atlanta, Ga., to Willene Capers Kitchens and Harrison Lamar Avery. A lifelong

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Jason John Doyle

Posted on August 26, 2025 by Mike Fuhrman

Jason John Doyle, 37, of Mooresville, N.C., passed away on Saturday, August 23, 2025. He was born on August 17, 1988, in Hendersonville, N.C., to David Doyle and Jodi Doyle.

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Ross William Zito

Posted on August 26, 2025 by Mike Fuhrman

Ross William Zito, 77, passed away on Thursday , August 21 2025. He was born in Hudson, N.Y., on September 2, 1947, to Mr. Ross ZIto and Teresa Hawver Zito.

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Made in Statesville! Bobcat MT120 mini track loader in running for ‘Coolest Thing Made in NC’ contest

Posted on August 26, 2025 by Mike Fuhrman

Public voting now open in NC Chamber’s statewide manufacturing contest Special to IFN The NC Chamber announced that the Bobcat MT120 mini track loader is among the record-breaking 188 products

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Iredell County Public Library staff to unveil new Mobile Library at ribbon-cutting ceremony

Posted on August 26, 2025 by Mike Fuhrman

Special to IFN The Iredell County Public Library will host the grand unveiling of its new Mobile Library, a state-of-the-art vehicle designed to bring library services directly to communities across

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North Carolina’s unemployment rate held steady at 3.7 percent in July

Posted on August 26, 2025 by Mike Fuhrman

Special to IFN RALEIGH — North Carolina’s seasonally adjusted July 2025 unemployment rate was 3.7 percent, unchanged from June’s revised rate. The national rate increased 0.1 of a percentage point

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CRTPO opens public comment period on transportation plans, air-quality report

Posted on August 26, 2025 by Mike Fuhrman

Special to IFN The Charlotte Regional Transportation Planning Organization (CRTPO) has opened a 30-day public comment period to obtain public input on the 2026-2035 Draft Transportation Improvement Program (TIP), amendments

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A Fresh Start: Community rallying to help displaced Brookwood Inn residents

Posted on August 25, 2025 by Mike Fuhrman

Iredell County Board of Commissioners, Statesville City Council and United Way of Iredell helping fund effort IFN Staff The remaining residents of the Brookwood Inn now have less than a

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Ralph Anthony Russo

Posted on August 25, 2025 by Mike Fuhrman

Ralph Anthony Russo, who lived most of his life in Hicksville, N.Y., and spent the last five years in Mooresville, N.C., passed away peacefully on August 22, 2025, surrounded by

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Javier Maltos-Samano

Posted on August 25, 2025 by Mike Fuhrman

Javier Maltos-Samano, born on October 7, 1975, in Michoacan, Mexico, passed away peacefully of natural causes on August 22, 2025, in Statesville, N.C., at the age of 49. Javier’s life

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Jones named chief elementary academic officer for I-SS

Posted on August 25, 2025 by Mike Fuhrman

Special to IFN Iredell-Statesville Schools announced Monday that Diana Jones, principal at North Iredell High School, has been named chief elementary academic officer for the district. “Mrs. Jones has been

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Sherri Ijames Boston

Posted on August 25, 2025 by Mike Fuhrman

Sherri Linda Ijames Boston, 65, passed peacefully from this life the morning of August 22, 2025, after a gradual decline in health. She was born in Mocksville, N.C., on April 18,1960,

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Judy Marie Smith

Posted on August 25, 2025 by Mike Fuhrman

Judy Marie Smith, 78, of Love Valley, N.C., passed away peacefully on August 22, 2025, at the home of her granddaughter, Valarie Kirkland, in Stony Point, N.C. Born on January

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Iredell County presented NCACC’s Excellence in Innovation Award for Mobile Health Unit

Posted on August 25, 2025 by Mike Fuhrman

Special to IFN Iredell County has earned a Civic Excellence in Innovation Award from the N.C. Association of County Commissioners (NCACC) in recognition of its Mobile Health Unit. The award

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Two new exhibits on display at Mooresville Arts’ Depot gallery through September 25

Posted on August 25, 2025 by Mike Fuhrman

Special to IFN Mooresville Arts has two new exhibits on display at the Depot through Thursday, September 25. An artists’ reception was held on Friday, August 22, for the exhibits, Collective

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Sheriff: Harmony man faces felony drug charges after traffic stop

Posted on August 25, 2025 by Mike Fuhrman

IFN Staff A Harmony man faces felony drug charges after being stopped for a traffic violation by an Iredell County Sheriff’s Office deputy. Sheriff Darren Campbell announced the arrest of

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Ace Your CNA Exam in 2025: Free CNA Practice Test, Proven Study Tips, and Complete Certification Prep

Posted on August 25, 2025 by Mike Fuhrman

Healthcare has always been one of the most essential and rapidly evolving fields, and at the heart of it are the professionals who provide direct support to patients every day.

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What Risks Come with Using Crypto for Betting?

Posted on August 25, 2025 by Mike Fuhrman

So, you’re thinking of trying your luck with crypto on some of the new betting sites that accept Bitcoin, Ethereum, or whatever coin you fancy? Fair play. It’s a bit

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Stylish Coffee Tables: Balance Style and Function

Posted on August 25, 2025 by Mike Fuhrman

There’s a lot going on with a coffee table. It needs to hold your cup of coffee (preferably in style), along with books, cords, and a lamp. It needs to

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Legislative Update: The goal of HB 67 is to increase access to medical care in N.C.

Posted on August 24, 2025 by Mike Fuhrman

BY REP. TODD CARVER This week I want to share some information with you about HB 67, The Healthcare Workforce Reform. You probably haven’t heard of it because it was

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Robert Ray Turner

Posted on August 24, 2025 by Mike Fuhrman

Robert Ray Turner, 78, affectionately known as “Bobby,” of Mooresville, N.C., passed away suddenly at his home on August 23, 2025. Bobby was a man of simple joys and a

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An ‘exceptional’ leader: Keith retiring as Iredell County Cooperative Extension director

Posted on August 24, 2025 by Mike Fuhrman

BY KARISSA MILLER Iredell County Cooperative Extension Director Nancy Keith will officially retire on September 1, bringing to an end a career of service that has spanned four decades. Her

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Iredell County Government Career Opportunities ($2,500 Sign-On Bonus)

Posted on August 24, 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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ICSO Felony Arrests: August 15-21

Posted on August 24, 2025 by Mike Fuhrman

IFN Staff The Iredell County Sheriff’s Office reported the following felony arrests: AUGUST 15 ♦ Charles Lee Moore, 46, of E. Memorial Highway, Harmony, charged with possession of methamphetamine and

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Foundation For The Carolinas awards $20,000 grant to Lake Norman Humane

Posted on August 24, 2025 by Mike Fuhrman

Special to IFN Foundation For The Carolinas has awarded a $20,000 grant to Lake Norman Humane to support the construction of a low-cost spay and neuter clinic that will provide

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Statesville Planning Department recommends approval of rezoning request for Compass Data Centers project

Posted on August 23, 2025 by Mike Fuhrman

IFN Staff The Statesville Planning Department has recommended approval of the rezoning request for a large data center proposed for 255 Stamey Farm Road in western Iredell County. Compass Data

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Statesville Police Department to host 2025 Night Out event on October 2

Posted on August 23, 2025 by Mike Fuhrman

Special to IFN The Statesville Police Department will host the 2025 Statesville Night Out on Thursday, October 2. This free community event, which will be held from 5:30 to 7:30

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