Mr. Robert Junior Simpson, 69, of 501 Mulberry Street, Statesville, N.C. passed away at Novant Health in Charlotte, N.C., on February 16, 2024. He was born in Iredell County on
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Dr. Katherine Weeks Lusch, 60, of Mooresville, N.C., passed away peacefully at home on Wednesday, February 14, 2024, surrounded by her loving family. Kathy was born on December 15, 1963,
Barbara Rose Brown Hillard, 89, of Statesville, N.C., passed away Friday, February 16, 2024, at Trinity Ridge in Hickory, N.C. Barbara was born April 24, 1934, in Iredell County and
Jean Hartsoe Crouse Sigmon, 87, of Stony Point, N.C., passed away unexpectedly on February 16, 2024, at the Gordon Hospice House in Statesville, N.C. Jean was born in Catawba County
Special to Iredell Free News Iredell-Statesville Schools announced plans this week to transform East Iredell Middle School into a dual immersion and world language academy. “This initiative underscores our dedication
FROM STAFF REPORTS Iredell Free News asked candidates in the March 5 primary election to answer several questions about their desire to serve. Troutman resident Jinaki “Jai” Peele is one
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
BY DEBBIE PAGE Jonathan Kevin Rice will be the featured poet at the March 9 poetry performance event at Performance Coffee in Mooresville. Rice is one of the founders of
Special to Iredell Free News RALEIGH — U.S. Health and Human Services Secretary Xavier Becerra joined Gov. Roy Cooper and N.C. Health and Human Services Secretary Kody H. Kinsley in
Editor’s Note: Iredell Free News invited candidates for District Attorney in the March 5 Republican primary election to share their qualifications, relevant experience and vision for the DA’s Office with
Editor’s Note: Iredell Free News invited candidates for District Attorney in the March 5 Republican primary election to share their qualifications, relevant experience and vision for the DA’s Office with
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
BY KARISSA MILLER Iredell-Statesville Schools Board of Education members reviewed proposed changes to 34 district policies during the board’s meeting on February 12. School boards are responsible for developing and
Mary “May” McGrory Bischoff, 91, of Mooresville, N.C., passed away on Wednesday, February 14, 2024, at Levine Dickson Hospice House in Huntersville, N.C. She was born July 23, 1932, in
Jody Allen Leazer, 55, of Mooresville, N.C., passed away on Wednesday, February 14, 2024. He was born on December 6, 1968, in Cabarrus County, N.C., to GW and Doris Hall
Emory McLaurin, 70, of Mooresville, N.C., passed away on Wednesday, February 14, 2024, at Iredell Memorial Hospital in Statesville, N.C. He was born on February 20, 1953, in Surry County
Debra Lynne Jernigan, 69, passed away on Sunday, February 11, 2024. Debra was born in Iredell County on June 27, 1954, to the late Charles Miller and Doris McCoy Miller.
In both grief and celebration, Arthur Lee “Tab” Stikeleather transitioned from this earth to join the many loved ones he has missed and to cast his face upon his Savior.
Debra Jean Sloan, 67, passed away Wednesday, February 14, 2024, at the Murdock Center in Butner, N.C. Debra was born August 1, 1956, in Concord, N.C., and was the daughter
Special to Iredell Free News Scout Sunday was observed recently at Fair View United Methodist Church in Mt. Mourne with Scouts and Scout Leaders from Cub Scout Pack #173 and
Special to Iredell Free News The Boys & Girls Club of the Piedmont has scheduled the 2nd Annual Randy Marion Pancake Day – Iredell’s Happiest Day for Thursday, April 18.
Special to Iredell Free News The Town of Mooresville recently earned recognition as a 2023 Tree City USA. This is Mooresville’s 15th year as a Tree City USA town. The
BY MIKE FUHRMAN Speaking at the Greater Statesville Chamber of Commerce’s annual banquet on Thursday evening, Gov. Roy Cooper called on local business leaders to become vocal advocates for public
John Joseph Ziznewski, 95, of Mooresville, N.C., and formally of Toms River, N.J., and Merrick and Bellmore, Long Island, peacefully went to be with his Lord and Savior Friday, February
Wilma Leigh Blankenship, 72, of Hiddenite, N.C., passed away Monday, February 12, 2024, at Gordon Hospice House in Statesville, N.C., after an extended illness. Wilma was born on September 1,
Martha Ann Lake Lontz, 77, of Statesville, N.C., died Sunday, February 11, 2024, at Iredell Memorial Hospital after a lengthy illness. Ann was born in Wewahitchka, Fla., on October 10,
Kelly Michelle Davis, 54, of Statesville, N.C., passed away unexpectedly on Saturday, February 10, 2024 She was born in Iredell County on December 11, 1969, to the late Charles Miller
Deborah Jean Massey Campbell, 68, of Statesville, N.C., went home to be with her Lord and Savior on Thursday, February 8, 2024. Born on November 25, 1955, in Iredell County,
Mrs. Peggy “PD” Sigmon of Statesville, N.C., passed away on February 1, 2024. She was born in Mobile, Ala., on September 12, 1966. A private service will be held at
Joye Irene Holmes of Olin, N.C., passed away on Wednesday, February 14, 2024, at the age of 74 at the Gordon Hospice House in Statesville, N.C. She was born on
Special to Iredell Free News RALEIGH — In-person early voting for the 2024 primary election began Thursday and runs through Saturday, March 2, at early voting locations across North Carolina. Statewide,
Special to Iredell Free News Five new Statesville Police Department officers were sworn in Wednesday during a ceremony in Statesville City Hall. Chief David Onley presided over the event, introducing
BY DEBBIE PAGE The Mooresville Graded School District Board of Education received several reports, including a variety of summer learning and credit recovery opportunities that will be available to students
BY KARISSA MILLER Iredell-Statesville School officials continue to shine a spotlight on the importance of developing and retaining accomplished teachers in the classroom. District officials recognized two teachers who have completed the
BY DEBBIE PAGE After retirement from teaching high school English, facing an empty nest, and helping her husband Tom recover after a life-saving liver transplant, Hope Andersen realized her life
BY MIKE FUHRMAN Iredell County commissioners on Wednesday began turning their attention to establishing the county’s budget priorities for fiscal year 2024-2025. Framing the discussion during the Board of Commissioners’