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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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…
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…
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…
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…
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…
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…
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,…
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…
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…
IFN Staff An eastern Iredell County resident faces 10 felony child sexual exploitation charges following an investigation by the Iredell County Sheriff’s Office. [caption id="attachment_109166" align="alignright" width="173"] William Allen[/caption] Sheriff…
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….
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,…
[caption id="attachment_109136" align="aligncenter" width="900"] Wanda Bryan (center) is shown with her family. Pictured (from left) are daughters Lindsey Galliher and Emily Harris, Wanda Bryan, husband Ben Bryan, and daughter Rachel…
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 support…
Special to IFN Gary West has filed for re-election to his seat as at-large commissioner on the Mooresville Town Board of Commissioners. [caption id="attachment_109128" align="alignright" width="225"] Gary West[/caption] “After prayerful…
Special to IFN R. Corina Iyoob has announced her candidacy for the Ward 3 seat on the Statesville City Council. [caption id="attachment_109124" align="alignright" width="225"] R. Corina Iyoob[/caption] In her campaign…
[caption id="attachment_109142" align="aligncenter" width="800"] The Statesville Woman’s Club recently installed officers for 2025-2026. Pictured (front row, from left) are Kim Mulrey, President; Denise Bair, First Vice President; Wanda Rushton, Second…
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…
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…
[caption id="attachment_109112" align="aligncenter" width="800"] Pictured (from left) Unified PTCO Treasurer Jezy Medina, Unified PTCO President Kimberly Lates, East Iredell Elementary Principal Jennifer Ribbeck, Superintendent Jeff James, N.B. Mills Principal Sally…
[caption id="attachment_109104" align="aligncenter" width="832"] ImmsterFirePhotos.com[/caption] 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…
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…
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…
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…
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,…
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…
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…
Special to IFN The United Way of Iredell County Endowment Committee is seeking proposals that build up the Iredell County community in new ways. In particular, the committee is looking…
Special to IFN RALEIGH — The N.C. State Board of Elections has begun a comprehensive effort to collect identification numbers — driver’s license numbers (DL#) or the last four digits…
Special to IFN The Statesville Community Appearance Commission announced that the installation of a new sculpture, “Wishes,” by nationally recognized artist Adam Walls has been completed. Located on Hartness Road…
Special to IFN After 11 dedicated years of service, Canine Binji has officially retired from the Iredell County Sheriff’s Office. Throughout his career, Binji worked on patrol alongside ICSO deputies,…
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…
Frances Head Patrick, 82, of North Wilkesboro, N.C., passed away peacefully on Wednesday, July 16, 2025, at the Gordon Hospice House in Statesville, N.C. Frances was born August 18, 1942,…
Barbara Mae Buehner, 89, of Stony Point, N.C., passed away on Wednesday, July 16, 2025, at her home. She was born July 29, 1935, in Medina County, Ohio, the daughter…
IFN Staff The candidate filing period for the 2025 elections in Iredell County ended Friday after the addition of a few last-minute candidates. Voters in Davidson, Mooresville, Statesville and Troutman,…