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Moving Memorial Day ceremony closes Walk of Heroes tribute (Photo Gallery)

Posted on May 26, 2025 by Mike Fuhrman

BY DEBBIE PAGE A chilly drizzle did not deter several hundred from paying tribute to fallen military heroes on Monday morning at the Walk of Heroes Memorial Day ceremony at

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Ada Wasson Bridges

Posted on May 26, 2025 by Mike Fuhrman

Ada Wasson Bridges, 82, peacefully entered eternal rest on Friday, May 23, 2025, at Iredell Memorial Hospital in Statesville, N.C. Ada was born on February 15, 1943, in Rowan County

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Lou Sipolt Sr.

Posted on May 26, 2025 by Mike Fuhrman

Louis John Sipolt Sr. was 91 years old when he passed that final checkered flag on March 10, 2025, at his home in Chicago, where he was born and raised

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Naomi Rowe

Posted on May 26, 2025 by Mike Fuhrman

Naomi Rowe, 80, passed away on May 23, 2025, at her residence. She was born on January 31, 1945, to the late Rev. James Calvin and Vertie C Rowe. She

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Alice Howard

Posted on May 26, 2025 by Mike Fuhrman

Alice Howard, 81, of Statesville, N.C., departed this life peacefully on Tuesday, May 20, 2025, surrounded by love and the enduring prayers of family and friends. Born on December 4,

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Statesville Woman’s Club supports Bella’s Backpacks

Posted on May 26, 2025 by Mike Fuhrman

Special to IFN The Statesville Woman’s Club welcomed 16-year-old Isabella DiFiore, founder of Bella’s Backpacks, as guest speaker at the club’s May meeting. After her presentation, club members prepared 20

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How Video Production Can Boost Brand Awareness for LA Startups? 

Posted on May 26, 2025 by Mike Fuhrman

Since moving pictures began, video production has been a huge medium for people to consume different types of content. Los Angeles has been an even bigger part of this history—it

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14th Annual Iredell Memorial Community Golf Classic raises $125,000 for Nursing Excellence Fund

Posted on May 26, 2025 by Mike Fuhrman

Special to IFN Some 168 golfers participated in the 14th annual Iredell Memorial Community Golf Classic at Statesville Country Club on May 15-16.  This year’s tournament raised more than $125,000.

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Legislative Update: Inside the N.C. House budget

Posted on May 26, 2025 by Mike Fuhrman

BY REP. TODD CARVER Last week we saw the introduction and passage of the N.C. House of Representatives budget. This is my first budget experience in the General Assembly, but

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Commissioner Causey urges North Carolinians to prepare for 2025 hurricane season

Posted on May 26, 2025 by Mike Fuhrman

Special to IFN RALEIGH — With hurricane season beginning Sunday, June 1, N.C. Insurance Commissioner Mike Causey urges residents to get ready now, as forecasters are predicting another extremely active season.

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Mooresville resident crowned Ms. North Carolina Senior America

Posted on May 26, 2025 by Mike Fuhrman

Special to IFN Mooresville resident Ann Nivens was recently crowned Ms. North Carolina Senior America 2025. Nivens is a retired principal. During her career, she worked at several schools in

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Color Our World: Registration for ICPL’s 2025 Summer Reading Program begins June 2

Posted on May 26, 2025 by Mike Fuhrman

Special to IFN The Iredell County Public Library (ICPL) has announce the launch of its 2025 Summer Reading Program theme, “Color Our World.” This year’s Summer Reading program invites community

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City of Statesville: Notice of Intent to Bid

Posted on May 26, 2025 by Mike Fuhrman

NOTICE OF INTENT TO BID (ITB) ASSEMBLY UNITS FOR FUTURE OVERHEAD & UNDERGROUND ELECTRIC DISTRIBUTION LINE CONSTRUCTION Sealed Invitation to Bid for ASSEMBLY UNITS FOR FUTURE OVERHEAD & UNDERGROUND ELECTRIC

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Frenchie Denise Flowers

Posted on May 25, 2025 by Mike Fuhrman

Frenchie Denise Lackey Flowers, 53, of Charlotte, N.C., and formerly of Kansas City, Mo., Leavenworth, Kan., and Statesville, N.C., passed away Thursday, May 22, 2025, surrounded by her husband and

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Marsha Deal Cartner

Posted on May 25, 2025 by Mike Fuhrman

Marsha Deal Cartner passed away Friday, May 23, 2025. Marsha was born in Iredell County, N.C., on July 4, 1938, to the late James Howard Deal and Maude Jordan Deal.

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Merl Long

Posted on May 25, 2025 by Mike Fuhrman

Merlyn “Merl” Ray Long, 66, of Statesville, N.C., passed away unexpectedly on Friday, May 23, 2025. Merl was born June 15, 1957, in Washington County, Ohio, and was the son

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Town of Mooresville Career Opportunities ($2,000 Signing Bonus)

Posted on May 25, 2025 by Mike Fuhrman

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,

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ICSO Felony Arrests: May 18-22

Posted on May 25, 2025 by Mike Fuhrman

IFN Staff The Iredell County Sheriff’s Office reported the following felony arrests: MAY 18 ♦ Eleanor Kay Harmon, 27, of Turnersburg Highway, Statesville, charged with three counts of felony probation

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Youth Leadership Iredell honors 2024-2025 program graduates

Posted on May 25, 2025 by Mike Fuhrman

Special to IFN The Greater Statesville Chamber of Commerce and Iredell-Statesville Schools proudly announce the successful completion of their 2024-2025 Youth Leadership Iredell Program sponsored by Bobcat, Denso, Jon C.

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Gov. Stein appoints Conley to fill open District Court seat in 32nd Judicial District

Posted on May 25, 2025 by Mike Fuhrman

Special to IFN Gov. Josh Stein on Friday appointed Statesville attorney Jessie Conley to fill the vacant District Court seat in the 32nd Judicial District. The open seat, which serves

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Health Beat: What you need to know about prescription drug safety

Posted on May 25, 2025 by Mike Fuhrman

Special to IFN Prescription drugs are a great help to many if used as prescribed. Unfortunately, the CDC estimates more than 1.5 million emergency room visits each year are caused

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Joann Culbertson Ammons

Posted on May 24, 2025 by Mike Fuhrman

Joann Culbertson Ammons, 86, of Mooresville, N.C., peacefully passed away on Friday, May 23, 2025, surrounded by her loved ones. She was born on March 27, 1939, in Burdine, Ky.,

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Nancy Goble Clontz

Posted on May 24, 2025 by Mike Fuhrman

Nancy Goble Clontz, 88, of Charlotte, N.C., passed away peacefully on May 22, 2025, at the S. Mitchell Mack Hospice House in Mooresville, N.C. Nancy was born on May 1,

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Class of 2025: South Iredell High graduates encouraged to embrace change (Photos)

Posted on May 24, 2025 by Mike Fuhrman

BY BRANDY TEMPLETON   Vikings Stadium was packed on Saturday morning as South Iredell High School celebrated the Class of 2025. In her graduation speech, Student Body President Liz Winterhalter discussed

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Class of 2025: Mooresville High grads advised ‘to live fully, love deeply, and lead with empathy’ (Photos)

Posted on May 24, 2025 by Mike Fuhrman

BY DEBBIE PAGE After presentation of the colors by the Mooresville High School NJROTC color guard and the playing of the National Anthem by the MHS student orchestra, Principal Samone

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Class of 2025: North Iredell High graduates honor late classmate in bittersweet ceremony (Photos)

Posted on May 24, 2025 by Mike Fuhrman

BY KARISSA MILLER Under sunny skies and cooler than normal weather, North Iredell High School seniors experienced mixed emotions on Saturday morning as they celebrated their graduation while remembering a

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Class of 2025: Lake Norman High School graduates urged to ‘keep finding greatness in the small moments’ (Photos)

Posted on May 24, 2025 by Mike Fuhrman

BY COOPER HALL The Lake Norman High School Class of 2025 graduated Saturday morning to the cheers and applause of their families, friends, teachers, and coaches, who have supported them

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Class of 2025: Statesville High graduates advised to accept life’s challenges (Photos)

Posted on May 24, 2025 by Mike Fuhrman

BY DONNA SWICEGOOD The Statesville High School Class of 2025 did more than walk across the stage Saturday morning. “We walk not across the stage but into a new chapter,”

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Class of 2025: West Iredell High graduates encouraged to ‘enjoy the ride’

Posted on May 24, 2025 by Mike Fuhrman

BY BRANDY TEMPLETON West Iredell High School celebrated the school’s 50th anniversary on Friday night by honoring one of the largest classes of Warriors. More than 180 seniors officially became

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Class of 2025: Northview Academy graduates encouraged to chase their dreams (Photos)

Posted on May 24, 2025 by Mike Fuhrman

 BY KARISSA MILLER Northview Academy celebrated its 51 graduating seniors during a ceremony Friday afternoon at Mac Gray Auditorium. Despite the pressure of busy schedules, many of the seniors persevered

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SPD Felony Arrests: May 6-20

Posted on May 24, 2025 by Mike Fuhrman

IFN Staff The Statesville Police Department reported the following felony arrests: MAY 6 ♦ Walter Currie Miles IV, 32, of Pintail Run Lane, Mooresville, charged with fail to register as

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Johnny Ray Rhyne

Posted on May 23, 2025 by Mike Fuhrman

Johnny Ray Rhyne, 87, of Statesville, N.C., passed away Wednesday, May 21, 2025, at the S. Mitchell Mack Hospice following a brief illness. Johnny was born in Iredell County on

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Matilyn Campbell Pharr

Posted on May 23, 2025 by Mike Fuhrman

Matilyn Campbell Pharr, 85, of Statesville, N.C., passed away peacefully at her home on Thursday, May 22, 2025. Matilyn was born June 9, 1939, in Iredell County to the late

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Jerry & Evelyn Robinson

Posted on May 23, 2025 by Mike Fuhrman

Jerry and Evelyn Robinson were reunited in their Heavenly home on May 21, 2025, when Evelyn passed peacefully after a period of declining health. Jerry preceded Evelyn in death two

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Suzanne Watson Markofski

Posted on May 23, 2025 by Mike Fuhrman

Suzanne Watson Markofski, 87, of Mooresville, N.C., went home to be with the Lord on Wednesday, May 21, 2025. She was born on September 27, 1937, in Orangeburg, S,C,, to

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Phillip Wayne Nevills

Posted on May 23, 2025 by Mike Fuhrman

Phillip Wayne Nevills, 77, of Catawba, N.C., passed away May 21, 2025. Phillip was a Vietnam Veteran. He served in the 981st Military Police as a K-9 Handler. He worked

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