James Pressly Dagenhart, 93, a native of Statesville, N.C., and lately of Rock Hill, S.C., died Saturday, June 1, 2024, following a ten-month illness. He was born August 12, 1930,
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Ms. Lisa Dianne Crispell, 53, of Conover, N.C., was the daughter of Sandra Cornelius Crispell and the late Edwin Charles Crispell. She was born in Thomkins County, N.Y., on January
James Edward “Eddie” Brown Jr., 63, of Union Grove, N.C., died Friday, May 31, 2024, at Iredell Memorial Hospital following a brief illness. He was born in Yadkin County on
Roany Bennette Thomas Sr., 91, of Statesville, N.C., peacefully laid down his earthly body on Tuesday, May 28, 2024, to return to his heavenly Father. Born on November 26, 1932,
BY MIKE FUHRMAN For 26 years, Sandy Durham has been the smiling face that greets American Renaissance School students in the mornings. She’s also answered the phones, calmed anxious parents,
Editor’s Note: This is part II of a two-part series. The first column is available HERE . BY SHELLIE TAYLOR I had a huge response to the first article in this
Editor’s Note: Iredell Health System is celebrates its 70th anniversary this month. The nonprofit’s success is s a testament to the dedication and loyalty of employees, both past and present. More
Special to Iredell Free News Kids in America – Totally 80’s Tribute Band will take the stage in Downtown Statesville on Friday, June 7, for the first concert of the
“Betty Jo” White Gamble Moore, 93, of Mooresville, N.C., passed away on Friday, May 31, 2024, at Gordon Hospice House in Statesville, N.C. She was born on January 28, 1931,
It is with great sadness to inform you that Jeffrey Allen Ammerman went to be with our Lord on May 30, 2024, after a courageous battle with cancer. He had
Timothy Edward Pope, 65, of Statesville, N.C., passed away on Friday May 31, 2024, in his home. Timothy was born on December 31, 1958, in Iredell County to the late
Special to Iredell Free News Three local students were awarded $1,500 college scholarships by the Statesville Branch NAACP during the 90th Anniversary Freedom Fund and Awards Banquet at the Statesville
FROM STAFF REPORTS The Iredell County Sheriff’s Office reported the following felony arrests: MAY 23 ♦ Cecillo Castanon Lopez, 42, of Abalon Park Circle, Mooresville, charged with breaking or entering
BY COOPER HALL The Statesville Recreation and Parks Department and the Iredell Art Council hosted Art in the Park at Martin Luther King Jr. Park on Saturday. The annual event
The policy of the Town of Mooresville is to foster, maintain, and promote equal employment opportunities. We recruit, hire, train, and promote employees without discrimination because of race, religion, color,
BY BRANDY TEMPLETON Tilley‘s Dance Academy held the first of its spring recitals on Saturday at Mac Gray Auditorium in Statesville. The theme of the 37th annual recital was “Everybody
FROM STAFF REPORTS The Statesville Police Department is investigating the death of a woman whose body was found inside a home off Hickory Avenue early Saturday morning. Officers were dispatched
Betty Keller Pendergrass, 86, of Statesville, N.C., passed away Friday, May 31, 2024, in her home. Betty was born on August 19, 1937, in Iredell County to the late Cecil
Wilma Sipe Scoggins, 90, of Mooresville, N.C., passed away on Saturday, June 1, 2024. She was born on June 3, 1933, in Shelby, N.C., to the late William Paul Sipe
We mourn the loss of another member of the great generation as Eloise Little Cook (Nootsie), 94, of Statesville, N.C., died Friday, May 31, 2024. Mrs. Cook was born in
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
Iredell County Sheriff’s Office assisting with murder-suicide investigation FROM STAFF REPORTS The bodies of a man and woman found in a wooded area off Sheffield Road near the Iredell-Davie county
Special to Iredell Free News RALEIGH — With hurricane season starting on June 1, Insurance Commissioner Mike Causey is urging North Carolinians to prepare now for what forecasters are predicting to
FROM STAFF REPORTS The Statesville Police Department reported the following felony arrests: MAY 14 ♦ Joshua Andrew Moore, 36, of Amity Hill Road, Statesville, charged with larceny of a motor
BY KARISSA MILLER Dozens of supporters and family members gathered at Statesville Fitness Center on Friday to give 91 athletes and their coaches a warm send-off before they departed for
Special to Iredell Free News Goodwill Industries NWNC recently hosted hosted a first in Iredell County, when it provided QPR/CPR/Narcan training for persons struggling with homelessness. Planning for the event
The City of Statesville offers a dynamic and collaborative work environment. You’ll have the chance to work alongside talented individuals who share a common goal of improving the lives of
Gisela Susanne Scholz Dunn, 87, formerly of Statesville, N.C., died Tuesday, May 28, 2024, at Atrium Health in Shelby, N.C. She was born in Seligenstast, Germany, on January 15, 1937,
FROM STAFF REPORTS The Mooresville Police Department announced on Friday that 15 individuals will face prosecution for internet crimes against children as the result of Operation Artemis, a three-day sting
Notice of Public Hearing The Town of Troutman ABC Board will hold a public hearing for its proposed budget for 2024-2025 at 7 p.m. on Monday, June 10, 2024. The
Special to Iredell Free News RALEIGH — Insurance Commissioner Mike Causey announced Thursday that the N.C. Department of Insurance has settled its legal dispute with North Carolina insurance companies over
Special to Iredell Free News N.B. Mills Elementary School hosted a Multilingual Learner Awards Ceremony on Wednesday, May 29. Before the presentation of certificates, students from kindergarteners, first-graders and second-graders
BY MIKE FUHRMAN The bravery, service and sacrifice of Sheriff Godfrey “Click” Kimball, who was killed in the line of duty nearly 90 years ago, were honored in Iredell County
Mary Stilwell Morrison, 98, of Mooresville, N.C., passed away on Wednesday, May 29, 2024, at Summit Place at Mooresville. She was born on April 30, 1926, in Iredell County, N.C.,
Mary Sasser Martin passed peacefully into Heaven’s Glory at Gordon Hospice House in Statesville on May 25, 2024, at the age of 95. She was preceded in death by her
Daisy Jeanette Warren, 100, of Statesville, N.C., died Wednesday, May 29, 2024, at her home. Born in Iredell County on February 3, 1924, she was a daughter of the late