Larry Hobart Bailey passed away peacefully on May 4,2024, surrounded by his loving family. Larry was born on March 26, 1941, in Kingsport, Tenn. After graduating from Richlands High School
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Jaime Junior Ramirez, 27, of Statesville, N.C., passed away on Monday, April 29, 2024. He was born in Austin, Texas, on May 14,1996. Jaime is survived by his daughter, Lisa
Mr. Henry Wells Tomlin, 81, of Harmony, N.C., went to his heavenly home on May 6, 2024, at his home. Born in Iredell County, he was a son of the
BY BECKY WAGNER It is that time of the year when we recognize the work and dedication of the nursing profession by celebrating Nurses Week (May 6-12). The theme this
BY DEBBIE PAGE The Troutman Town Council is preparing to present its 2024-2025 budget for public consideration, with the public having a minimum of ten days to examine the budget
Special to Iredell Free News Statesville resident Elijah Thompson has been awarded a scholarship by the Washington Crossing Foundation. The foundation awarded $84,000 in national scholarships this year to high
Special to Iredell Free News The Mooresville Police Department and the Exchange Club of Mooresville/Lake Norman will hold a National Police Week Ceremony on Wednesday, May 15. The event, which
Editor’s Note: Iredell County Sheriff Darren Campbell delivered the following remarks during the Peace Officers Memorial Day Ceremony on Tuesday, May 7. BY DARREN CAMPBELL Good morning. What an absolute
BY DEBBIE PAGE More than 500 people gathered at Beulah Baptist Church on Tuesday morning to honor fallen officers across North Carolina at the annual Peace Officers Memorial Day ceremony.
BY STACIE LETT CAIN The Statesville City Council met before a packed gallery on Monday to discuss several rezoning requests by developers looking to rezone and possibly annex nearly 520
Evelyn Cornelia Pearson, 84, of Cleveland, N.C. passed away on Saturday, May 4, 2024 in Mooresville, N.C. She was born December 29,1939, in Iredell County to the late Elvert Cowan and
BY KARISSA MILLER The Iredell-Statesville Schools Board of Education is considering a proposed increase to some of the fees the district charges for community use of its indoor and outdoor
Lorene Oliphant Shinn, 97, of Mooresville, N.C., passed away peacefully at home on Saturday, May 4, 2024. Born July 8, 1926, she was the daughter of the late Jack and
Lavonne Jordan Galliher, 96, loving wife, mother and grandmother, went to her heavenly home on Sunday, May 5, 2024, at Brookdale Assisted Living (Peachtree), where she was a resident for
Mrs. Tressie Louise Starrette, 94, of Statesville, N.C., died May 4, 2024, at the Gordon Hospice House. Born in Iredell County on August 26, 1929, she was a daughter of
Special to Iredell Free News RALEIGH — Gov. Roy Cooper and Democratic legislative leaders held a press conference on Monday outlining new legislation that would place a moratorium on more taxpayer-funded
FROM STAFF REPORTS The Mooresville Town Board of Commissioners on Monday agreed to spend $7.62 million to complete the development of Cornelius Road Park. Commissioners approved a $7.33 million contract
BY KARISSA MILLER There were squeals of delight and smiles on children’s faces inside the gym at Troutman Elementary School on Monday afternoon as a giant rainbow parachute was lifted
FROM STAFF REPORTS A Troutman woman has been arrested in connection with a stabbing that occurred on Sunday at the Sheetz store on Charlotte Highway in Troutman. The Troutman Police
Editor’s Note: Mr. Garland delivered the following comments on Monday during the Memorial Service for U.S. Deputy Marshal Tommy Weeks Jr. BY MERRICK B. GARLAND Good morning. It’s an honor
Grace Ann Scalia Winters, 92, of Statesville, N.C., passed away on Saturday, May 4, 2024, at Gordon Hospice House in Statesville. She was born on May 29, 1931, in Brooklyn,
On Friday, May 3, 2024, Phyllis Lanier Plyler went home to be with her Lord. Mrs. Plyler was 79 years old and was a resident of Brookdale Assisted Living, where
Jimmy Dean “JD” Wright of Mooresville, N.C., passed away on Saturday, May 4, 2024, at the age of 78 after a two-month fight with pneumonia. He passed one year and
Vickey Jan Netherlain Stamps, 83, lastly of Troutman, N.C., and formerly of Crescent City, Calif., joined her Lord and Savior Jesus Christ in her heavenly home on April 25, 2024.
Special to Iredell Free News The Birth Place at Iredell Memorial Hospital announced the following births: APRIL 18 ♦ A boy, Jacob Jose Romero Hernandez, born to Jose Romero and
FROM STAFF REPORTS The Mooresville Police Department reported the following felony arrests: APRIL 18 ♦ Zakai Lamont Nwonye, 18, of Shearers Road, Mooresville, charged with arson, misdemeanor assault on a
Special to Iredell Free News The Statesville Community Appearance Commission (SCAC) has announced the recipients of its Spring Appearance Awards, honoring individuals who have demonstrated exceptional dedication to enhancing the
Special to Iredell Free News As Iredell Health System celebrates its 70th anniversary, it’s not just a celebration of passing time. It’s a testament to the dedication and loyalty of
Alfred “Al” Gerald Rotondi Jr., a beloved husband, father, and grandfather and cherished member of the community, passed away on May 4, 2024, at the age of 99 at the
Mary Louise Bailey Evernham, 85, of Mooresville, N.C., passed away on May 4, 2024, surrounded by her loving family. Born on March 6, 1939, MaryLou dedicated her life to caring
Mary Jean Hefner Wiles, 86, of Stony Point, N.C., passed away May 2, 2024, at the Gordon Hospice House in Statesville, N.C., after an extended illness. She was born May
Idaho Bryson Jr., 76, passed away Friday, May 3, 2024, after a lengthy illness. He was born October 5, 1947, in Cherokee County, N.C., to the late Idaho Bryson Sr.
BY KARISSA MILLER Iredell-Statesville Schools recently hosted its annual robotics competition for elementary and middle school students over two days at the Unity Center in Statesville. Teams of students have
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,
FROM STAFF REPORTS The Iredell County Sheriff’s Office reported the following felony arrests: APRIL 28 ♦ Ryan Scott Carpenter, 46, of 15th Street NE, Hickory, charged with obtaining property by
Special to Iredell Free News Cub Scout Pack #173 in Mt. Mourne held its annual Cub Scout Olympics recently at the Fair View United Methodist Church. The Cub Scouts participated