Special to Iredell Free News Rep. Patrick McHenry has announced submission deadlines for the 2024 Congressional Art Competition. Since the competition began in 1982, over 650,000 high school students have
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Roger Dean Brown, 62, of Mooresville, N.C., passed away on Thursday, February 29, 2024, at Lake Norman Regional Medical Center. He was born on April 23, 1961, in Charlotte, N.C.,
Minister Frances Artreilia Alexander was born in Mooresville, N.C., on September 29, 1952, to the late and honorable Willie and Ida Alexander. Minister Frances peacefully transitioned to Glory on Friday,
Linden Charles Welborn, 77, passed away Thursday, February 29, 2024 at Gordon Hospice House in Statesville, N.C. Mr. Welborn was born in Iredell County on October 14, 1946, to the
Special to Iredell Free News The Statesville Fire Department has been reaccredited by the Commission on Fire Accreditation International (CFAI) and the Center for Public Safety Excellence Inc. (CPSE). This
BY MIKE FUHRMAN The fate of Iredell-Statesville Schools may well rest on the outcome of next week’s District 2 primary election. Voters in Tuesday’s GOP primary will decide if they
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 As part of its 25th anniversary celebration, Tim Johnson Landscaping Inc. has unveiled a refreshed brand identity and a new website. The updated brand reflects the
Special to Iredell Free News The Rotary Club of Statesville – Fourth Creek has donated $25,000 to the Iredell Health Foundation. The donation is earmarked for converting the family waiting
BY BRANDY TEMPLETON N.B. Mills Elementary School fourth-graders celebrated Black History Month by hosting a “Gallery of History “ on Thursday. The wax museum showcased prominent African Americans. The students
Wilma Marlene Shumaker, 87 of Statesville, N.C., passed away on Wednesday, February 28, 2024, at the Iredell Memorial Hospital Skilled Nursing Unit. Wilma was born in Iredell County to the
Angela Williams was the daughter of Thelma Tuten Wallace and Eddie James Wallace Sr. She was born in Beaufort County Hospital in Washington, N.C., on April 16, 1960. She went
Lisa Kay Alverson Fair, MD, entered her heavenly home into the arms of Jesus on February 27, 2024, after a brief stay at the Gordon Hospice House in Statesville, N.C.
Ruth Marie Waugh, 90, of Troutman, N.C., passed away February 26, 2024. Ruth was born in Iredell County on April 17, 1933, to the late Zeb Speaks and Daisy Speaks.
Special to Iredell Free News The Fort Dobbs Artisan Farmers Market will begin a new season on Tuesday, March 5. Located in the picnic shelter at Fort Dobbs State Historic
S[pecial to Iredell Free News Isabella DiFiore, daughter of Steve and Jennifer DiFiore, was crowned 2024 Miss Blue Ridge Valley’s Teen in Asheville on Saturday, February 24. Isabella was also
Special to Iredell Free News The Birth Place at Iredell Memorial Hospital reported the following births: FEBRUARY 18 ♦ A girl, Persephone Arcana Riley, born to Mark and Lauren Riley
Special to Iredell Free News RALEIGH — As a result of recent changes in state law, in-person early voting results will be reported later than usual on election night for the
FROM STAFF REPORTS A Statesville man faces felony drug charges after being apprehended by an Iredell County Sheriff’s Office deputy following a pursuit. Sheriff Darren Campbell announced the arrest of Charles
Dorothy “Dottie” Petorelli Dilorio, of Mooresville, N.C., died on Monday, February 26, 2024, in the comfort of hospice care at the age of 91. She was predeceased by her husband
R. Fred “Freddie” Younce, 86, of Mooresville, N.C., passed away on Monday, February 26, 2024. He was born on January 7, 1938, in Mecklenburg County, N.C., to the late Fred
Joann Elizabeth Drum, 89, of Olin, N.C., passed away on Saturday, February 24, 2024. Growing up on the family farm in Olin, she was the first of six daughters for
Sheri Darlene Lambert Lippard, 53, of Statesville, N.C., passed away on February 24, 2024. Born on April 27, 1970, in Iredell County, she was the daughter of the late Lonnie
Nanette Marie Shalvey, 64, passed away Thursday, February 22, 2024. Nanette was born in Wheeling, W.Va., on January 26, 1960, to Bernard J. Shalvey and Norma Jean Cioni Shalvey. She
Betty Church Dowdle, 89, of Statesville, N.C., passed away peacefully in her home surrounded by her loving family on Tuesday, February 27, 2024. Betty was born in Iredell County to
BY DEBBIE PAGE Mayor Teross Young, Troutman Council members and town staff met on Monday for a day-long strategic review of town departments’ accomplishments, needs, and goals to assess progress,
Special to Iredell Free News While being interviewed for inclusion in Hoptown Brewery’s charity efforts, Bridge of Hearts Director Linda Morris emphasized her organization’s mission to bring joy to impoverished
Special to Iredell Free News RALEIGH — The N.C. Department of Commerce is celebrating the one-year anniversary of the new NCWorks Mobile Career Center. The mobile unit can bring accessible
FROM STAFF REPORTS The Troutman Police Department is investigating a series of motor vehicle thefts and break-ins in the Falls Cove subdivision. Officers responded to several homes in the subdivision
Special to Iredell Free News The Rev. Dr. William E. “Bill” White has been appointed interim pastor at St. John’s Lutheran Church in Statesville. With a rich background in pastoral ministry,
Billy Ray Torrence, 89, of Mooresville, N.C., a beloved father and grandfather, passed away on February 26, 2024, after a period of declining health. Bill was born on June 18,
Phyllis Wood Hernandez, 60, of Cleveland, N.C., passed away on Sunday, February 25, 2024. She was born on December 21, 1963, in Ohio to the late William “Ballard” Wood and
Lester “Bob” Robert Dillon, 76, of Davidson, N.C., passed away on Friday, February 23, 2024, at Atrium Health Cabarrus following a prolonged respiratory illness. He was born on December 1,
FROM STAFF REPORTS The Iredell County Sheriff’s Office on Tuesday announced the arrests of 19 suspects on a variety of drugs charges. The arrests, which occurred over the last four
BY DEBBIE PAGE The Troutman Planning & Zoning Board has recommended a rezoning change for four acres off Hemi and Rumple streets to create a consistent zoning for a nine-acre