Calvin Perry Rogers Jr., 95, of Tallahassee, Fla., and formerly of Mooresville, N.C., passed away on Monday, May 6, 2024, at Centre Pointe Rehab in Tallahassee. He was born on
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Gussie “Eloise” Crouch Conder passed away peacefully on Tuesday May 7, 2024, at the S. Mitchell Mack Hospice House in Mooresville, N.C. She was born on May 24, 1928, in
BY MIKE FUHRMAN Fifth Street Ministries staff, board members and community supporters participated in a groundbreaking ceremony on Thursday for a new tiny homes development that will provide housing for
BY STACIE LETT CAIN After a nearly four-hour discussion of various zoning requests, City Manager Ron Smith finally had the opportunity to unveil the proposed 2024-2025 budget during Monday’s Statesville
BY JABRIA WILLIAMS Eighteen aspiring law enforcement officers reached a major milestone on Thursday as they were honored for completing Mitchell Community College’s Basic Law Enforcement Training program. Mitchell Community
BY BRANDY TEMPLETON City officials held a groundbreaking ceremony on Thursday to mark the beginning of construction of the new terminal at the Statesville Regional Airport. Elected officials and city
The Rev. Dr. James Burlie Parker Jr., passed away from this life to his eternal home in Heaven on May 8, 2024. Dr. Parker was born on July 20, 1927,
Mr. Erik Jerard Ramsey, 29, of Troutman, N.C., passed away unexpectedly on May 4, 2024. He was born on June 19,1994 in Troutman, N.C. Erik was known for his kind
Adam Keith Morrow, 34, walked into heaven on Thursday, May 9, 2024, with his head held high, eyes wide open, talking and laughing as he met his Savior and family.
Constance Cummings Carey, 75, of Mooresville, N.C., passed away on Wednesday, May 8, 2024. She was born on August 19, 1948, in Pennsylvania, to the late John and Lois Dame
Bobby Gene Blackwood, 82, Mooresville, N.C., went to be with his Lord on Tuesday, May 7, 2024, at the VA Medical Center in Salisbury, N.C. He was born on May
Public Notice – Budget Hearing In accordance with N.C.G.S. §159-12, the Statesville City Manager has submitted his Recommended Fiscal Year 2024-2025 Operating Budget to the Statesville City Council and City
Special to Iredell Free Iredell County Partnership for Young Children will join community organizations across the country in observing Provider Appreciation Day on May 10 to celebrate the efforts of
Special to Iredell Free News RALEIGH – With more than 450,000 North Carolinians signed up and more than one million prescriptions covered, communities across the state continue to experience the
BY DEBBIE PAGE Troutman Middle School teachers walked into a surprise party Tuesday to celebrate the journey to becoming an NC STEM School of Distinction. Debra Lester, STEM coordinator for
Special to Iredell Free News The Greater Statesville Chamber of Commerce and the Leadership Advisory Board hosted the 2023 2024 Leadership Statesville Class graduation on Thursday, May 2, at Twisted
Special to Iredell Free News Have you heard the phrase, “Time heals all wounds?” While this saying can make us feel better in certain situations, it’s not necessarily true. Chronic
BY JABRIA WILLIAMS In a touching ceremony that blended tradition with innovation, Mitchell Community College honored its 2024 nursing program graduates during the annual pinning ceremony on Wednesday evening. Held
Special to Iredell Free News The Iredell Arts Council will host the 2nd Annual Street Concert on Saturday, May 11, promising an evening filled with electrifying performances and vibrant community
Jean Rachel Seckar, 86, passed away on Monday, May 6, 2024. A graveside service will be held at 11 a.m. on Saturday, May 11, 2024, at Iredell Memorial Park, Statesville,
Beth Ellen Thomas, 43, passed away peacefully on May 5, 2024, after a short, fierce and courageous battle with cancer. Born May 26, 1980, in Salisbury, N.C., she was the
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
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