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Iredell Charter Academy of Arts and Science teacher presented 2025 Art Education Leadership Award

Posted on April 30, 2025 by Mike Fuhrman

Special to IFN Iredell Charter Academy of Arts and Science art instructor Mary Hart has been named a recipient of Artsonia’s 2025 Art Education Leadership Award. The award honors pioneers

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South Iredell High senior awarded Morehead-Cain Scholarship

Posted on April 30, 2025 by Mike Fuhrman

Special to IFN South Iredell High School senior Mary Elizabeth Miller is one of 75 students awarded a Morehead-Cain Scholarship to attend the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill (UNC–Chapel

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N.C. attorney general advises residents to avoid buying flood-damaged vehicles

Posted on April 30, 2025 by Mike Fuhrman

Special to IFN RALEIGH – Attorney General Jeff Jackson is warning North Carolinians to watch out for flood-damaged vehicles when buying a car in the aftermath of Hurricane Helene. Bad

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How to Argue with the Research You Don’t Like

Posted on April 30, 2025 by Mike Fuhrman

No matter how negatively you feel about a particular study and its authors, it would be best to remember that any research is an analytical work with arguments and references.

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Best Cannabis Marketing Agency of 2025

Posted on April 30, 2025 by Mike Fuhrman

Modern cannabis marketing is no easy feat, with challenges stemming from a constantly changing legal system, intense market competition, stigma, and limited product awareness. That’s why cannabis businesses are often

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Wanda Norris Bryan

Posted on April 29, 2025 by Mike Fuhrman

Wanda Norris Bryan, 62, of Statesville, N.C., passed away peacefully at her residence on April 27, 2025, surrounded by her family after a battle with colon cancer. She was born

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Patricia Vowell (Ridenhour)

Posted on April 29, 2025 by Mike Fuhrman

Patricia Delamar Vowell (Ridenhour), 80, of Hiddenite, N.C., passed away on Sunday, April 27, 2025, at the Taylorsville House. She was born January 3, 1945, in Ancon, Panama Canal Zone,

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Mary Ruth Owens

Posted on April 29, 2025 by Mike Fuhrman

Mary Ruth Karriker Owens, 92, of Mooresville, N.C., passed away at her home on Monday, April 28, 2025. Mary Ruth was born December 31, 1932, to the late Ervin Alexander

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Margaret White Tucker

Posted on April 29, 2025 by Mike Fuhrman

Margaret Virginia White Tucker, 88, of Statesville, N.C., passed away on Saturday, April 26, 2025, at her residence. She was born on February 27, 1937, in Iredell County to Tom

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MPD: Suspect charged with 20 counts of sexual exploitation of a minor

Posted on April 29, 2025 by Mike Fuhrman

IFN Staff A Mooresville man faces 20 felony charges related to the possession of child sexual abuse material following an investigation by the Mooresville Police Department. The MPD announced the

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Sheriff: Convicted felon arrested on gun, drug charges as a result of suspicious vehicle report

Posted on April 29, 2025 by Mike Fuhrman

IFN Staff A convicted felon faces gun and drug charges after Iredell County Sheriff’s Office deputies responded to a report of a suspicious vehicle in southern Iredell County. Sheriff Darren

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Health Beat: What you should know about tobacco use

Posted on April 29, 2025 by Mike Fuhrman

Special to IFN Did you know tobacco use is the leading cause of most preventable deaths in the United States? Although the health risks are widely known, nearly 20 percent

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Gov. Stein outlines initiatives to bolster public safety across N.C.

Posted on April 29, 2025 by Mike Fuhrman

Special to IFN RALEIGH — Gov. Josh Stein spoke to the NC Sheriffs’ Association at their annual spring conference on Monday to share his appreciation for the work they do

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Viewpoint: President Trump is making America stronger, safer

Posted on April 29, 2025 by Mike Fuhrman

Editor’s Note: Congressman Pat Harrigan released the following statement about the first 100 days of the Trump administration. BY REP. PAT HARRIGAN WASHINGTON — One hundred days into President Trump’s second

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Brian Alan Sherrill

Posted on April 28, 2025 by Mike Fuhrman

Brian Alan Sherrill, 57, of Hiddenite, N.C., passed away on Thursday, April 24, 2025, at Catawba Valley Medical Center. Brian was born on September 25, 1968, to parents Troy (Jeep)

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Dora Frances Francis

Posted on April 28, 2025 by Mike Fuhrman

Frances “Fran” Peeples Francis, 85, of Mooresville, N.C., passed away on Friday, April 25, 2025, at TerraBella Lake Norman. She was born on August 5, 1939, in Tennessee, She grew

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Kay Sherrill

Posted on April 28, 2025 by Mike Fuhrman

Martha Kay Sherrill, 79, of Statesville, N.C., passed away on Sunday, April 27, 2025, at the S. Mitchell Mack Hospice House in Mooresville, N.C. Kay was born on April 20,

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Barbara Gilbert

Posted on April 28, 2025 by Mike Fuhrman

Barbara Moore Gilbert, 75, of Statesville, N.C., passed away Sunday, April 27, 2025, at Iredell Memorial Hospital. Barbara was born on November 30, 1949, in Iredell County to the late

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Mary Louise Houston

Posted on April 28, 2025 by Mike Fuhrman

Mary Louise Swingler Houston, born on June 21, 1942, in Albemarle County, Va., passed away peacefully at her home in Statesville, N.C., on April 26, 2025, at the age of

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James “Jim” Garreau Sr.

Posted on April 28, 2025 by Mike Fuhrman

James “Jim” Richard Garreau Sr.,75, passed away on Thursday, April 24, 2025. James was born in Chicago, Ill., on August 13 1949, and was raised in Villa Park, Ill. He

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Cpl. Hoover honored for ‘extraordinary courage’ by U.S. Marshals Service

Posted on April 28, 2025 by Mike Fuhrman

BY MIKE FUHRMAN Statesville Police Department Cpl. Casey Hoover was honored on Monday for the courage, resilience and commitment to duty that he displayed when he was shot in the

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Photo Gallery: Second annual Charles Fest attracts hundreds for day of fun

Posted on April 28, 2025 by Mike Fuhrman

BY BRANDY TEMPLETON About 600 people attended the second annual Charles Fest in northern Iredell County on Saturday. Founder Kevin Robertson was pleased with the turnout and expressed his appreciation

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Iredell County Register of Deeds Office to host Military Appreciation Drive-Thru Lunch

Posted on April 28, 2025 by Mike Fuhrman

Special to IFN In celebration of Military Appreciation Month, the Iredell County Register of Deeds Office will honor veterans and active-duty service members with a Military Appreciation Hot Dog Drive-Thru

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Statesville Woman’s Club welcomes nine new members

Posted on April 28, 2025 by Mike Fuhrman

Special to IFN The Statesville Woman’s Club recently held a New Member Induction Ceremony at the club’s historic clubhouse on West End Avenue. During the special ceremony, the club’s nine

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Legislative Update: Two separate bills with a common theme

Posted on April 28, 2025 by Mike Fuhrman

  BY REP. TODD CARVER While the the N.C. General Assembly was on our Easter break last week, this week is shaping up to be very busy. There are a

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United Way of Iredell County honors outstanding community volunteers (Photos)

Posted on April 28, 2025 by Mike Fuhrman

BY DONNA SWICEGOOD Kneeling down to help others makes Michael Davidson feel tall. While sharing his own experiences as a volunteer for a laundry list of organizations, Davidson was also

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5 Best Crypto Casinos April 2025: TOP No KYC Bitcoin Gambling Sites Right Now

Posted on April 28, 2025 by Mike Fuhrman

Wanna gamble with your crypto without handing over your life story ?  You’re in the right spot.  In this guide, we’re covering the 5 best Bitcoin casinos of April 2025

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George Huie Brown

Posted on April 27, 2025 by Mike Fuhrman

George Huie Brown, 85, of Union Grove, N.C., passed out of this existence and into the presence of his Lord and Savior on Thursday, April 24, 2025, in Statesville, N.C.

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Ruth Ann Kohnen

Posted on April 27, 2025 by Mike Fuhrman

Ruth Ann Kohnen, known as Ruthie and Sissy (née Pitsenbarger), 74, passed away peacefully on Saturday, April 26, 2025. Born on March 18, 1951, in Bellburn, W.Va., Ruth grew up

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Troutman Council considering water and sewer rate increases; proposed budget maintains current property tax rate

Posted on April 27, 2025 by Mike Fuhrman

BY DEBBIE PAGE During its annual budget retreat this week, the Troutman Town Council reviewed Town Finance Director Justin Mundy’s proposed budget, which was created with input from the March

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Gov. Stein honors exceptional North Carolinians at Long Leaf Pine and Laurel Wreath presentation

Posted on April 27, 2025 by Mike Fuhrman

Special to IFN RALEIGH — Gov. Josh Stein has inducted eight North Carolinians into the Order of the Long Leaf Pine for their lifelong careers in public service. He also presented

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ICSO Felony Arrests: April 16-25

Posted on April 27, 2025 by Mike Fuhrman

IFN Staff The Iredell County Sheriff’s Office reported the following felony arrests: APRIL 16 ♦ Carl Adrian Miles, 33, of Tatum Road, Olin, charged with possession of stolen goods, possession

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Iredell County Government Career Opportunities ($2,500 Sign-On Bonus)

Posted on April 27, 2025 by Mike Fuhrman

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

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Theatre Statesville to present ‘You’re a Good Man, Charlie Brown’

Posted on April 27, 2025 by Mike Fuhrman

Special to IFN Opening night of the Theatre Statesville production of “You’re a Good Man, Charlie Brown” is scheduled for Friday, May 2. Evening performances of the upbeat musical comedy

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Photo Gallery: 2025 Downtown Statesville Wine Walk

Posted on April 26, 2025 by Mike Fuhrman

BY BRANDY TEMPLETON The Downtown Statesville Development Corporation hosted its annual Wine Walk on Saturday. Forty different businesses showcased a large selection of wines for participants to sample.  Photos

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Rhonda Annette Thompson

Posted on April 26, 2025 by Mike Fuhrman

Rhonda Annette Thompson, 63, of Statesville, N.C., passed away peacefully on April 24, 2025, at Iredell Memorial Hospital surrounded by love. Born on February 20, 1962, in Lexington, N.C., Rhonda

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