It is with hearts filled with both sorrow and hope that we announce the passing of Wesley Brian Loudermilt, 62, of Statesville, N.C. Wesley passed peacefully into the arms of
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BY KARISSA MILLER The new and improved Jennings Park opened to rave reviews on Thursday afternoon. Two years after closing, the new 74-acre park shares only a name with the
When considering a career in teaching, a degree in secondary education is a crucial step. But deciding how to pursue this degree—whether through an online or traditional route—can be tricky.
Graduate students often feel overwhelmed when tasked with writing their dissertation or thesis, balancing research, data collection, revisions, and time limitations. Sometimes, when they need extra assistance during stressful moments,
Why Students Turn to Professional Writers Students often have a lot on their plate. Homework, exams, and part-time jobs can take up most of their time. Many find it challenging
BY BRANDY TEMPLETON Union Grove Elementary Beta Club members brought a little love to residents of Olin Village on Thursday afternoon. More than two dozen fourth- and fifth-graders visited the
Special to IFN In response to hazardous fire conditions, Statesville Fire Marshal Pete Morrison has issued a local burn ban within 100 feet of an occupied dwelling, effective immediately. This
Pursuant to General Statutes of North Carolina, Section 143-129 as amended, the City of Statesville is soliciting sealed bids for the purchase of the following: Water Treatment Plant Chemicals Sealed
The City of Statesville is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer. We do not discriminate in employment practices based on race, color, religion, sex, national origin, political affiliation, non-disqualifying disability or
Special to IFN RALEIGH — North Carolina’s seasonally adjusted unemployment rate for January was 3.7 percent, unchanged from December’s revised rate. The national rate decreased by 0.1 of a percentage
Special to IFN The Statesville Police Department will participate in the DEA National Prescription Drug Take Back Day on Saturday, April 26, from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. at Walgreens,
Special to IFN The Birth Place at Iredell Memorial Hospital announced the following births: MARCH 1 ♦ A boy, Jonah Christopher Postiglione, born to Anthony and Caitlin Postiglione of Winston-Salem.
Bonnie Pope Plott, 77, of Statesville, N.C., passed away at her residence on Tuesday, March 19, 2025. Bonnie was born in Catawba County on March 9, 1948, to the late
On March 19, 2025, Elmer Dwight Johnson, affectionately known as “Mr. Elmer,” peacefully went to be with his Lord and Savior. He was preceded in death by his parents, Isolene
Doris Ann Beatty Talbert, 88, passed March 19, 2025, at the Gordon Hospice House after years of declining health. She was preceded in death by her son, William Howard (Billy)
Donald Webster Galliher Jr., lovingly called Donnie or Uncle, passed away peacefully at his home on March 19, 2025. He was born on June 12, 1956, to the late Donald
Mark Reza Mosayebi, 55, of Davidson, NC, passed away on March 17, 2025. Mark was born on May 21, 1969, to Mary Russel and Mohammed Mosayebi in Houston, Texas. After
Special to IFN A Charlotte man was sentenced to nearly four years in federal prison on Thursday on weapons charges in connection with an incident involving a pursuit with Statesville
BY KARISSA MILLER Around 80 businesses, organizations and service providers were on hand to assist and recruit student job-seekers on Wednesday during the Iredell-Statesville Schools Career Fair. The event was
BY STACIE LETT CAIN The Mooresville Town Board recognized Cavin-Cook Funeral Home & Crematory for a century of service to the community on Monday, and Mayor Chris Carney honored the
In the 2024-25 NCAA Basketball season , two storied programs, the Kentucky Wildcats and the Louisville Cardinals, experienced remarkable resurgences under new leadership. Mark Pope and Pat Kelsey, in their
BY DEBBIE PAGE CR Onsrud CEO Tom Onsrud welcomed a crowd of several hundred guests from all over the country to a ribbon-cutting ceremony for the company’s new 83,000-square-foot assembly
Special to IFN “I don’t have time to cook.” “I don’t know where to start.” “Healthy foods are expensive.” Do you find yourself saying these phrases? If so, Iredell Health
Special to IFN RALEIGH — Gov. Josh Stein on Wednesday joined State Budget Director Kristin Walker to announce his 2025-2027 budget proposal to keep North Carolina strong. The governor’s budget
Today, the yachting industry is already a fairly global phenomenon, taking place in different parts of our world from the USA to Europe, including the UAE. And, in turn, yacht
Nancy Smith Benfield, 90, of Statesville, N.C., passed away peacefully on Tuesday, March 18, 2025. Nancy was born in Iredell County on January 31, 1935, to the late Marvin Luther
Mary Lillie Louise Randall was born in Iredell County on May 19, 1933, to the late William Henry Stevenson and Lillie Mae Lawrence. She passed away at the Gordon Hospice
Daniel Lee Lambert,41, of Statesville, N.C., passed away March 14, 2025, at Iredell Medical Center following a brief illness. Daniel was born July 15, 1983, in Iredell County to the
James “Jamey” Todd Sloop, 52, of Mooresville, N.C., passed away on Monday, March 17, 2025. He was born on November 6, 1972 in Catawba County, N.C., to Linda Overcash Estes
Richard Wilson “Rich” Brown, 79, of Mooresville, N.C., passed away peacefully at his home on Lake Norman in the arms of his devoted wife. Rich was born in Lumberton, N.C.,
Special to IFN Mitchell Community College on Wednesday announced the appointment of David Bullins as the vice president for continuing education and workforce development. In his new position, Bullins will
Special to IFN A Statesville woman has been charged with insurance fraud and attempting to obtain property by false pretenses following an investigation by N.C. Department of Insurance’s Criminal Investigations Division.
BY DEBBIE PAGE The Mooresville Graded School District Board of Education approved plans for summer enrichment and retesting opportunities for EOG/EOC testing outside of the traditional school calendar at its
Special to IFN Mooresville Mayor Chris Carney and Dog Mayor Reya made special visits to local schools in celebration of the Town of Mooresville’s birthday and to promote the Mooresville
Special to IFN RALEIGH — The N.C. Department of Revenue will begin administering the new Transportation Commerce Tax later this year. The tax will apply to ride services provided by
Special to IFN The 2025 Spring Art Crawl will showcase more than 100 artists in 49 different galleries, shops and businesses scattered throughout Downtown Statesville on Saturday, March 22. Organizers