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Birth Announcements: July 8-15

Posted on July 23, 2025 by Mike Fuhrman

Special to IFN The Birth Place at Iredell Memorial Hospital announced the following births: JULY 8 ♦ A girl, Adrianna Blanca Castro, born to Jeffrey Castro and Beatriz Salas of

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Rotary Club of Greater Statesville honors members at 50th anniversary celebration

Posted on July 22, 2025 by Mike Fuhrman

Special to IFN The Rotary Club of Greater Statesville recently celebrated its 50th anniversary. Three founding members, Mark Wagner, Bill Wilson, and Dr. Curtis Abel, were honored at the event.

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Charles “Harold” Sprinkle

Posted on July 22, 2025 by Mike Fuhrman

Charles “Harold” Sprinkle, 84, of Statesville, N.C., passed away on Sunday, July 20, 2025, at the Gordon Hospice House. Harold was born on May 31, 1941, to the late Charles

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Terry Lynn Potter

Posted on July 22, 2025 by Mike Fuhrman

Terry Lynn Potter, 78, of Mooresville, N.C., passed away on Friday, July 18, 2025, at Gordon Hospice House in Statesville, N.C. He was born on April 29, 1947, in New

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Frances Coughlin

Posted on July 22, 2025 by Mike Fuhrman

Frances Coughlin, 82, of Mooresville, N.C., and formerly of The Villages, Fla., passed away on July 17, 2025, at Novant Health in Huntersville, N.C. Fran was born on December 28,

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Linda Powers Key

Posted on July 22, 2025 by Mike Fuhrman

Linda Powers Key, 85, passed away peacefully after a long struggle with Alzheimer’s disease on July 22, 2025, at The Greens at Mapleleaf. She had been under the loving care

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Camp Med 2025: Duke Health Lake Norman Hospital hosts annual summer learning program

Posted on July 22, 2025 by Mike Fuhrman

Special to IFN Duke Health Lake Norman Hospital recently hosted its annual summer learning program, Camp Med. The three-day program is designed for high school students interested in medical sciences

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Statesville man faces prison time for providing drugs to two women who fatally overdosed in 2023

Posted on July 22, 2025 by Mike Fuhrman

  IFN Staff A Statesville man has been convicted and sentenced to serve a maximum of 12 years in prison for his role in the overdose deaths of two women.

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DSDC recognized as an Accredited Main Street America program

Posted on July 22, 2025 by Mike Fuhrman

Special to IFN The Downtown Statesville Development Corporation (DSDC) has earned national recognition as an Accredited Main Street America program, achieving the organization’s highest designation for meeting strict performance standards

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Iredell Memorial Hospital recognized for commitment to providing high-quality stroke care

Posted on July 22, 2025 by Mike Fuhrman

Special to IFN Iredell Memorial Hospital, a part of Iredell Health System, has received the American Heart Association’s Get With The Guidelines – Stroke Gold Plus quality achievement award for

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I-SS adjusts bag policy for athletics events in 2025-2026

Posted on July 22, 2025 by Mike Fuhrman

Special to IFN As part of an ongoing effort to enhance security at athletic events, Iredell-Statesville Schools will implement several new safety measures for the 2025-2026 school year. The district

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Smart Starts: How to Get the Most Out of iGaming Signup Bonuses

Posted on July 22, 2025 by Mike Fuhrman

Signing up for a new iGaming platform feels a little like entering a digital casino with a voucher in hand. There’s excitement, sure—but also a bit of confusion. What does

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Sour Diesel Strain: Genetics, Effects & How to Grow

Posted on July 22, 2025 by Alex

Some cannabis strains are content with quiet reputations and subtle effects. Sour Diesel is not one of them. Loud, proud, and unmistakable from the first whiff, this sativa dominant classic

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Filing Form I-751 to Remove Conditions on a Green Card Explained

Posted on July 21, 2025 by Mike Fuhrman

For immigrants who received a two-year conditional green card through marriage to a U.S. citizen, Form I-751 is a critical step in maintaining lawful status. This form allows conditional residents

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Loretta Sue Baker Mullins

Posted on July 21, 2025 by Mike Fuhrman

Loretta Sue Baker Mullins, 67, of Statesville, N.C., passed away Sunday, July 20, 2025, at the Gordon Hospice House. Sue was born December 18, 1957, in Lancaster, Pa., to Mary

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Nancy Pauline Lambert Southers

Posted on July 21, 2025 by Mike Fuhrman

Nancy Pauline Lambert Southers, 81, of Statesville, N.C., passed away peacefully on Sunday, July 20, 2025, at the Gordon Hospice House. Nancy was born in Iredell County on February 11,

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Tyler Wallace

Posted on July 21, 2025 by Mike Fuhrman

William Tyler Wallace, 32, of Statesville, N.C., left this world far too soon on Saturday, July 19, 2025. Born on August 8, 1992, in Tuscaloosa, Ala., Tyler was the beloved

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Mary Louise Davis

Posted on July 21, 2025 by Mike Fuhrman

Mary Louise Davis, 78, of Union Grove, N.C., passed away Friday, July 18, 2025, following an extended illness at home surrounded by her family. Mary was born in Wilkes County

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Sheriff: Suspect faces 10 child sexual exploitation charges following ICSO investigation

Posted on July 21, 2025 by Mike Fuhrman

IFN Staff An eastern Iredell County resident faces 10 felony child sexual exploitation charges following an investigation by the Iredell County Sheriff’s Office. Sheriff Darren Campbell announced the arrest of

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Sheriff’s Office releases identity of individual whose remains were found last week

Posted on July 21, 2025 by Mike Fuhrman

Special to IFN The Iredell County Sheriff’s Office on Monday released the name of the individual whose remains were found behind a home on Newton Drive near Statesville last week.

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Breaking Down the Real Cost of Insulin in Canada: What Patients Should Know

Posted on July 21, 2025 by Mike Fuhrman

For Canadians living with diabetes and for those looking to Canada for more affordable options, insulin is more than just a medication, it’s a lifeline. Still, prices can vary significantly,

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Longtime nurse honored through Guardian Angel Program during battle with cancer

Posted on July 21, 2025 by Mike Fuhrman

Special to IFN Pam Gill and Lisa Warren, nurses at Iredell Health System, presented a Guardian Angel pin to the daughters of Wanda Bryan on April 22. Just four days

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NCDHHS marks third anniversary of the 988 Suicide and Crisis Lifeline

Posted on July 21, 2025 by Mike Fuhrman

Special to IFN RALEIGH — The N.C. Department of Health and Human Services recently marked the third anniversary of the 988 Suicide and Crisis Lifeline , which provides help and

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Election Watch: West seeking another term as at-large commissioner on Mooresville town board

Posted on July 21, 2025 by Mike Fuhrman

Special to IFN Gary West has filed for re-election to his seat as at-large commissioner on the Mooresville Town Board of Commissioners. “After prayerful thought, and conversations with my wife

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Election Watch: Iyoob announces candidacy for Ward 3 seat on Statesville City Council

Posted on July 21, 2025 by Mike Fuhrman

Special to IFN R. Corina Iyoob has announced her candidacy for the Ward 3 seat on the Statesville City Council. In her campaign announcement, Iyoob said she lives, works, and

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Statesville Woman’s Club installs new officers for 2025-2026

Posted on July 21, 2025 by Mike Fuhrman

Special to IFN The Statesville Woman’s Club installed 2025-2026 officers during the organization’s June meeting. Special guests were welcomed and recognized. Past Presidents in attendance, Joanna Gaither, Jennifer Griffith, Linda

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Nancy Jo Lazenby Goforth

Posted on July 20, 2025 by Mike Fuhrman

Nancy Jo Lazenby Goforth, 91, of Statesville, N.C., passed away on Friday, July 18, 2025, at her home. Nancy was born on January 5, 1934, to the late Joseph Parks

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ICSO Felony Arrests: July 10-18

Posted on July 20, 2025 by Mike Fuhrman

IFN Staff The Iredell County Sheriff’s Office reported the following felony arrests: JULY 10 ♦ Shena Bonnie Marie Carr, 37, of Damron Lane, Harmony, charged with two counts of felony

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Unified PTCO provides funding boost for Iredell-Statesville Schools

Posted on July 20, 2025 by Mike Fuhrman

BY KARISSA MILLER In an effort to help provide additional resources to the district’s inner-city schools, Iredell-Statesville Schools officials spearheaded an effort to create a Unified Parent Teacher Community Organization

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Family of four displaced by house fire on Long Island Road (Photos)

Posted on July 20, 2025 by Mike Fuhrman

BY KEVIN IMM Firefighters from West Iredell, Catawba, Troutman, Monticello and Stony Point fire departments were alerted for a structure fire on Long Island Road about 1:50 p.m. on Saturday. 

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NCDHHS releases action plan in effort to tackle rising number of suicides among Black youth, young adults

Posted on July 20, 2025 by Mike Fuhrman

Special to IFN RALEIGH — In response to a sharp increase in suicide rates among Black youth and young adults, the N.C. Department of Health and Human Services has released

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Iredell Health System celebrates employee milestones

Posted on July 20, 2025 by Mike Fuhrman

Special to IFN Iredell Health System recently celebrated numerous employees who have dedicated between five and 50 years of service to the community through their work within the nonprofit health

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City of Statesville Career Opportunities (July 20)

Posted on July 20, 2025 by Mike Fuhrman

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

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William Edwin Bingham

Posted on July 19, 2025 by Mike Fuhrman

William “Eddie” Bingham, 74, of Mooresville, N.C., passed away on Thursday, July 17, 2025, at Novant Health Presbyterian Medical Center. He was born on July 14, 1951, in Davidson County,

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I-SS, MGSD forced to make budget adjustments after Trump administration withholds $1.2 million

Posted on July 19, 2025 by Mike Fuhrman

BY KARISSA MILLER Almost $7 billion in federal education funding, which is distributed to local school systems through various programs and grants, has been frozen by the Trump administration. The

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View from the Hudson: Proud to be part of the herd

Posted on July 19, 2025 by Mike Fuhrman

BY JOE HUDSON I was on the front porch when you drove by and I waved, thinking that many people now like to embrace their independent streak like those motivational

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