Special to IFN Staff and community members gathered at the entrance of Iredell Memorial Hospital on Wednesday to pay tribute to the selflessness of organ and tissue donors across the
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BY KARISSA MILLER The Third Creek Elementary School community suffered a profound loss when beloved long-time teacher Michael Gercyz died at the beginning of this school year. Gercyz, affectionately known
Special to IFN The recent Iredell Ready Workforce Forum, presented by Burroughs Welcome Fund and the North Carolina Science, Mathematics, and Technology Education Center, brought together key community leaders, elected
Margaret Ruth Migdol Schenone, 78, of Mooresville, N.C., passed away on Monday, March 31, 2025, at Novant Health Huntersville Medical Center. After battling pancreatic cancer, Margie gently left for Heaven
Lucille Thompson Deaton, 95, of Mooresville, N.C., passed away peacefully on Monday, March 31, 2025, at her residence. She was born on March 26, 1930, in Mooresville, to the late
Johnny Ray Redfear Sr., 72, of Troutman, N.C., passed away on March 31, 2025, unexpectedly with his loving wife Nora Redfear of 43 years by his side. Preceding Johnny in
Leroy Charles Whitmer, 95, passed away on March 26, 2025, from natural causes, leaving behind a legacy of hard work, love, and dedication to his family. Leroy was a hardworking
Mr. John William Troutman, 86, of Raleigh, N.C, and formerly of Lancaster, S.C., passed away peacefully on March 31, 2025, with his son Scott by his side. John was born
Joe Thomas Haithcox, 91, of Olin, N.C., passed away Saturday, March 29, 2025, at Iredell Memorial Hospital. Joe was born in Iredell County on December 13, 1933, and was the
BY BRANDY TEMPLETON Rainy weather didn’t stop participants from competing on day two of the Special Olympics of Iredell County’s Spring Games. Local high school students and adults enjoyed racing,
Special to IFN Statesville Fire Marshal Pete Morrison has lifted the local burn ban for the City of Statesville, effective at 8 a.m. on Wednesday, April 2. This decision follows
IFN Staff A Catawba man faces a felony assault charge in connection with a stabbing that occurred at the Cedar Stump Pub in Troutman. The Troutman Police Department announced the
Special to IFN Statesville Dance made a major impact at the Inspire National Dance Competition this past weekend, earning an impressive number of awards and securing the prestigious Studio of
Special to IFN RALEIGH — The N.C. Department of Insurance has ended its legal dispute with the North Carolina Rate Bureau over the Rate Bureau’s proposed rate increase for Mobile Home
Special to IFN The Birth Place at Iredell Memorial Hospital announced the following births: MARCH 20 ♦ A girl, Ember Volicety Marie Hobbs, born to Kali and Dillen of Hiddenite.
Special to IFN The City of Statesville has released its 2024 Water Quality Report, which indicates that the city’s drinking water meets or exceeds all health standards set by the
BY KEVIN IMM Personnel from Troutman Fire Rescue, the Troutman Police Department, Iredell County EMS and the N.C. Forestry Service responded to a report of a lumber truck off the
Buddy Wayne Butler, 83 passed away on March 29, 2025. Buddy was born on August 16, 1941 in Kermit, Texas, to the late Grady Butler and Dorothea Lewis Butler. In
IFN Staff Two men have been arrested in connection with an armed robbery that occurred at a store off Newton Drive in Statesville on Sunday. The Statesville Police Department announced
Betty Ann Suddreth, 85, of Taylorsville, N.C., passed away on Monday, March 31, 2025, at Catawba Valley Medical Center. Betty was born September 24, 1939, in Caldwell County, the daughter
Todd “Poke” William Klopp, 68, of Mooresville, N.C., went to be with the Lord and Savior on Wednesday, March 26, 2025. He was born on February 9, 1957, in Lima,
Martyne White Sheline, 93, of Mooresville, N.C., passed away on Sunday, March 30, 2025 at Cadence Mooresville. She was born on September 18, 1931 in Fielden, Ky. She was the
Everette Cornelius Campbell, a cherished father, grandfather, and brother, passed away peacefully at his residence in Statesville, N.C., on March 30, 2025, following an illness. He was born on October 4, 1932,
Roy W. Ritter Jr., 83, of Harmony, N.C., passed away Monday, March 31, 2025, at Iredell Memorial Hospital, following a period of declining health. Roy was born on April 16,
BY BRANDY TEMPLETON The Special Olympics of Iredell County kicked off the Annual Spring Games at Statesville High School on Tuesday morning. After the opening ceremony, which included Statesville Police
Cuts would impact 77 of NC’s 86 local health departments, including the Iredell County Health Department Special to IFN N.C. Attorney General Jeff Jackson on Tuesday filed a lawsuit against
Everyone knows that things are bigger in Texas – but real Texans know that things are faster down here, too (the state bird is the road runner, after all). Even
Hospital will be renamed Duke Health Lake Norman Hospital Special to IFN Duke Health has finalized its $284 million acquisition of Lake Norman Regional Medical Center (LNRMC) and related businesses
Special to IFN Roots In The Round will present the 3rd Singers & Songbirds Songwriter Festival on April 3-6 at the historic Old Jail Listening Room in Downtown Statesville. This
Special to IFN The largest Health and Wellness Expo in Lake Norman will be held on Saturday, May 10, at Soul Wellness Holistic Center of Lake Norman. The Mega Health & Wellness
NOTICE OF MEETINGS OF THE IREDELL COUNTY BOARD OF EQUALIZATION AND REVIEW Pursuant to NCGS105-322, the Iredell County Board of Equalization and Review will meet as required by law. PURPOSE
Homer “Buddy” Brown Tolbert Jr., died Saturday, March 29, 2025, at home with his family by his side. Buddy was born in Iredell County, N.C., on October 9, 1938, to
Jim Godsell of Statesville, N.C., and formerly of Oklahoma City, Okla., went to be with his Lord and Savior Jesus Christ on March 25, 2025. He leaves behind his wife
Lavonne Whitlock Huie, a beacon of kindness and a loving matriarch, left this world on March 29, 2025, at the Gordon Hospice House in Statesville, N.C. Born on April 21,
It is with great sadness that the family announces the passing of Ernest Patrick Albert Hughes, who courageously battled bladder cancer for over two years. Patrick was born in Saint
Virginia Ann Parker Brigham passed from this life to eternal rest with her savior, Jesus Christ, on Friday, March 28, 2025, at the Gordon Hospice House in Statesville, N.C. A