Michael Eugene Randolph passed away on Monday, December 18, 2023, at his residence in Statesville, N.C. He retired from Harley Davidson Manufacturing of York, Pa. He is survived by his
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Special to Iredell Free News The Birth Place at Iredell Memorial Hospital announced the following births: DECEMBER 7 ♦ A boy, Tyrese Omarion Blakeney, born to Atavia Blakeney of Statesville.
FROM STAFF REPORTS Martin Starnes & Associates has presented the Iredell County Board of Commissioners with a clean audit for the fiscal year ending June 30, 2023. Cassie Wilson, a
FROM STAFF REPORTS The Iredell County Sheriff’s Office reported the following felony arrests: DECEMBER 2 ♦ Christopher Wayne Johnston, 36, of Branchwood Road, Statesville, charged with possession of methamphetamine, maintain
Special to Iredell Free News Did you know that one in 10 people live with a food allergy? Studies also show that 25 percent of Americans avoid an allergen when
Mrs. Virginia Ann Hyde Ellis, 58, was born in Iredell County on May 27, 1965, to Patricia Ann Mathis Hyde and the late James Hyde. She departed this life on
Evangelist Mary Lois Wilson Parker, 89, departed this life on Sunday, December 17, 2023, at her residence. She was born on August 1, 1934, and was the daughter of the
Linda Christenbury Thompson, 73, of Mooresville, N.C., passed away peacefully at her home on Wednesday, December 20, 2023. She was born on January 4, 1950, in Iredell County, N.C., to
JoAnn Jones Swearengin, 89, of Statesville, N.C., passed away on Tuesday, December 19, 2023, at Brookdale Peachtree. At this time no services will be held. Upon her wishes, Ms. Swearengin
Andi Michele Henderson, 52, of Wilmington, N.C., died Sunday, December 17, 2023, at New Hanover Medical Center in Wilmington. She was born in Arlington Heights, Ill., on August 30, 1971,
Special to Iredell Free News RALEIGH — The N.C. State Board of Elections on Tuesday unanimously approved names of candidates to go on ballots for the 2024 presidential preference primary in
FROM STAFF REPORTS Two men face felony charges in connection with a residential burglary following an investigation by the Iredell County Sheriff’s Office. Sheriff Darren Campbell announced the arrests of
Special to Iredell Free News As the flu, COVID-19 and RSV continue to spread in North Carolina, Iredell Memorial Hospital is responding to the challenge of treating those with serious
BY SHELLIE TAYLOR This time of year, I can walk through any cemetery and see a plethora of holiday florals adorning the graves of those who have passed on. Christmas
Special to Iredell Free News The deadline for high school students to apply for an all-expenses-paid youth leadership trip to Washington, D.C., is quickly approaching. All qualifying sophomores and juniors
Advertisement for Bids Sealed bid for furnishing Transformers will be sent out on December 28, 2023, and will be received by the City of Statesville at the City Warehouse at
Edward “Eddie” Alexander Neel, a beloved husband, devoted father, and skilled electrician, passed away peacefully on December 17, 2023, at his residence in Mooresville, N.C. He was 79 years old.
Scot Edward Osborne, 67, of Statesville, N.C., passed away on Monday, December 18, 2023, at Iredell Memorial Hospital. Born on September 13, 1956, in Oneida (Madison County), N.Y., he was
Rodney Steven Sheline, 73, of Mooresville, N.C., passed away peacefully on Saturday, December 16, 2023, with family by his side. He was born on October 5, 1950, in Springfield, Ohio,
Special to Iredell Free News Iredell Health System announced that Nicholson Internal Medicine has moved to a new location and changed the practice name to Statesville Internal Medicine. Statesville Internal
Special to Iredell Free News The Rotary Club of Greater Statesville recently held its 2023 Rotary Reverse Raffle at the Statesville Country Club to benefit the Boys & Girls Club
Special to Iredell Free News Statesville Dance and Performing Arts recently hosted Santa and Mrs. Claus for their first “Cookies with Santa.” This event was open to the public. Guests
BY BRANDY TEMPLETON The Statesville Family YMCA had its annual Impact Banquet on Friday, December 15. Held at the Statesville Civic Center, the event included a silent auction, dinner, and
Special to Iredell Free News Pat Harrigan, a Hickory resident, former Green Beret and local business owner, has filed to run for Congress in North Carolina’s 10th District. “God’s calling,
William Harry Jolly, 81, of Hiddenite, N.C., passed away December 16, 2023, at his home after an extended illness. He was born January 5, 1942, in Iredell County to the
Louise “Weezie” Shoemaker, 77, passed away peacefully Saturday, December 16, 2023. Louise was born in Iredell County, N.C., on February 13, 1946, to the late Joe Johnson and Mildred Feimster.
LeRoy George Stamets, 84, of Statesville, N.C., passed away on Saturday, December 16, 2023, at the Gordon Hospice House. LeRoy was born September 11, 1939, in Milford, N.J., and was
FROM STAFF REPORTS A Statesville man has been sentenced to more than 10 years in prison in connection with the 2019 death of a 2-year-old boy. Jordan Hoyt Simmons, 31,
Special to Iredell Free News RALEIGH — Gov. Roy Cooper announced 14,114 new jobs in North Carolina in 2023, representing 134 business recruitment, expansion, or rural development projects that engaged
BY BRANDY TEMPLETON The East Iredell Elementary School cafeteria was packed on Saturday night. Smiling children and grateful parents were treated to a spaghetti dinner, pictures with Santa Claus, a
Special to Iredell Free News The United Way of Iredell County has announce the recipients of the 2023 Endowment for the Future Grants. The Endowment for the Future Committee received
To the Editor: As a resident of the Town of Troutman, I find Town Manager Ron Wyatt’s comments toward our elected officials at the end of the December 14 meeting
Grier Edward Brown, 94, of Mooresville, N.C., passed away on Friday, December 15, 2023. He was born on March 28, 1929, in Iredell County to the late James Walter Brown
Joseph “Conrad” Crooks III, 82, of Mooresville, N.C., passed away on December 14, 2023. He was born on February 21, 1941, in Iredell County, N.C., to the late Marguerite “Peg”
Mrs. Brenda Harriett McClain Turner, 73, was born in Alexander County, N.C., on December 10, 1950, to the late Ernest Wade “Tom” Bailey and Ollie C. McClain. She departed this
Bonnie Sue Sebastian, 70, passed away Thursday, December 14, 2023. Bonnie was born in Iredell County on December 6, 1953, to the late Paul Moose and Reba Privett. Bonnie proudly