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FROM STAFF REPORTS Statesville City Manager Ron Smith has appointed Emily Kurfees to serve as city clerk. Kurfees succeeds Brenda Fugett, who retired after 14 years as city clerk. “Emily’s
FROM STAFF REPORTS The Iredell County Sheriff’s Office reported the following felony arrests: APRIL 12 ♦ Brianna Sade Bost, 28, of Lippard Farm Road, Statesville, charged with possession of a
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 Statesville Police Department is investigating a fatal shooting that occurred early Sunday morning at a residence on Stewart Court. Officers responded to a 911 call reporting
William Gene Bradford, 89, of Mooresville, N.C., passed away on April 19, 2024. Gene was born on March 4, 1935, in Iredell County to the late William L. Bradford and
Gladys Fox Sharpe, 74, of Stony Point, N.C., passed away April 20, 2024, at Valley Nursing Center after an extended illness. Gladys was born August 7, 1949, in Iredell County
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FROM STAFF REPORTS A Mooresville man died from an apparent self-inflicted gunshot wound following a stand-off with Iredell County Sheriff’s Office deputies on Saturday. Sheriff Darren Campbell identified the deceased
BY KARISSA MILLER East Iredell Elementary School welcomed hundreds of parents and community members to its highly anticipated Leadership Day on Friday. “We are a Leader in Me School and
Special to Iredell Free News Peyton Barrows, literacy program coordinator for the Iredell County Partnership for Young Children (ICPYC), was the guest speaker at the April meeting of the Statesville
Special to Iredell Free News Cub Scout Pack # 173 recently held its annual Pinewood Derby Race at Coddle Creek Elementary School. The Scouts raced the cars they had hand
BY BRANDY TEMPLETON Statesville resident Robert Griffith has enjoyed archery since his grandfather introduced him to the sport when he was a teenager. “I was 13 years old, and I’ve
John Andrew Hendricks, 41, of Statesville, N.C., passed away unexpectedly on Wednesday, April 17, 2024, due to a sudden heart attack. John was born in Statesville on November 2, 1982.
By KARISSA MILLER Seventh-graders from Iredell-Statesville Schools had the chance to participate in eight hands-on learning activities during the district’s second annual STEAM Day on Tuesday. The event, which was
Theodore Duane Bugbee, 76, of Statesville, N.C., and formerly of Fort Payne, Ala., passed away on Wednesday, April 17, 2024 at his residence. Theodore was born in Fremont, Mich., on
Lawrence Ray Nosker, 76, of Davidson, N.C., passed away on Wednesday, April 17, 2024. He left an indelible mark on the lives of all who knew him. His legacy as
Sylvia Diane Heaggans Young, 62, was born on July 15, 1961, at Iredell Memorial Hospital in Statesville, N.C., to the late Rufus Sr. and Catherine Miller Heaggans. She entered her
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
Special to Iredell Free News Despite efforts to combat infant mortality, North Carolina’s 2022 infant mortality rate mirrored that of 2021, remaining 6.8 deaths per 1,000 births. Iredell County’s infant
Special to Iredell Free News In observance of National Donate Life Month, Iredell Health System hosted a flag-raising ceremony on Tuesday followed by a moment of silence to honor the
Special to Iredell Free News Teachers now have the chance to bring their dream lesson plans to life with the help of Bright Ideas education grants from EnergyUnited. This year
Special to Iredell Free News The Downtown Statesville Development Corporation invites all local artists to submit their work celebrating the rich history, diverse culture, and vibrant community to be considered
BY JAIME GATTON A desire to raise money for cancer research motivated teenage boys to do something that perhaps nothing else could: Do the Macarena in front of a crowd.
BY KARISSA MILLER More than 2,000 people participated in Iredell’s Happiest Day on Thursday, dining on pancakes and sausage while supporting the important mission of the Boys & Girls Club
Ira Hersh Bomze, 88, passed away on April 16, 2024. He was born in Philadelphia on January 23, 1936, to Meyer and Faye Bomze. He and Suzanne Sokoloff eloped to
Perry Kevin Mason, 67, of Statesville passed away on Tuesday, April 16, 2024 at Iredell Memorial Hospital. He was born on July 25, 1956, in Cook County, Ill. No services
Lorraine Ruth Wagoner, 85, our beloved mother and grandmother, passed away on April 17, 2024, after a short time in hospice care. Lorrie was a great friend, a sister, a
Ms. Lula Mae Rucker, 89, was born in Iredell County, N.C., on November 14, 1934, to the late James Garfield Rucker and Cornelia Scott Rucker. She departed this life on
Mrs. Dovie Ijames, 85, daughter of the late Flora Collins Gregory and the late J.B. Gregory was born January 9,1939, in Davie County, N.C. Mrs. Dovie Ijames attended Davie County
Robert “Bob” Endres, 68, passed away on April 14, 2024. Bob grew up in New Jersey and joined the Navy in 1973. He received many letters of commendation while in
Marion Lavonne McCollum McCrary, 86, of Statesville, N.C., died Sunday, April 14, 2024, at her home following a lengthy illness. She was born in Yadkin County on November 12, 1937,
BY DEBBIE PAGE The Iredell Homeless Collaborative detailed the community’s escalating needs as the spring temperatures rise and more unhoused persons set up in tent encampments. Fifth Street Ministries Executive
Special to Iredell Free News The Birth Place at Iredell Memorial Hospital announced the following births: APRIL 3 ♦ A boy, Randy Carrol Hall III, born to Karleigh and Randy
Advertisement for Bids Sealed bid for furnishing Transformers, will be sent out on April 29, 2024, and will be received by the City of Statesville at the City Warehouse at
Special to Iredell Free News The Statesville Fire Department recently hosted its annual awards banquet at the Statesville Civic Center, recognizing and honoring 24 individuals for their exceptional achievements throughout