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Statesville police investigating robbery of Food Lion on East Broad Street

Posted on January 3, 2024 by Mike Fuhrman

FROM STAFF REPORTS The Statesville Police Department is investigating the early morning robbery of an employee of the Food Lion store on East Broad Street. Officers responded to the grocery

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SPD: Statesville man charged with trafficking cocaine

Posted on January 3, 2024 by Mike Fuhrman

Special to Iredell Free News A Statesville man faces drug charges following an investigation by the Statesville Police Department. The SPD announced the arrest of Terry Lee Roseboro, 61, in

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Iredell commissioners approve rezoning request for local trucking company

Posted on January 3, 2024 by Mike Fuhrman

FROM STAFF REPORTS The Iredell County Board of Commissioners on Tuesday approved a rezoning request for 4.67 acres off Salisbury Highway, clearing the way for a small trucking company to

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Hugh Roy Beaver

Posted on January 2, 2024 by Mike Fuhrman

Hugh Roy Beaver, 71, of Mooresville, N.C., passed away on Saturday, December 30, 2023, at S. Mitchell Mack Hospice House. He was born August 1, 1952, in Mooresville to the late

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Josephine Dixon Hawes

Posted on January 2, 2024 by Mike Fuhrman

Josephine “Jo” Dixon Hawes, 68, of Mt. Ulla, N.C., passed away on Saturday, December 30, 2023. Born September 14, 1955, in Henderson, N.C., she was a daughter of the late

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David Eugene Warren

Posted on January 2, 2024 by Mike Fuhrman

David Eugene Warren, 81, of Harmony, N.C., passed away January 1, 2024 at Novant Presbyterian Hospital after a extended illness. He was born June 28, 1942, in Alexander County to the

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Shirley Ann Brown

Posted on January 2, 2024 by Mike Fuhrman

Shirley Ann Brown, 79, of Statesville, N.C., passed away January 1, 2024, at Iredell Memorial Hospital after a brief illness. She was born May 7, 1944, in Wilkes County to

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Herbert Otto Ebner

Posted on January 2, 2024 by Mike Fuhrman

Herbert Otto Ebner, 89, passed away on Friday, December 29, 2023, at Iredell Memorial Hospital in Statesville, N.C. Born on April 20, 1934, in Bronx County, N.Y., he was the

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Sheriff: Three suspects face charges after ICSO deputies find narcotics in home off Amity Hill Road

Posted on January 2, 2024 by Mike Fuhrman

FROM STAFF REPORTS Three individuals were arrested after Iredell County Sheriff’s Office deputies found cocaine and marijuana in a home off Amity Hill Road in Statesville. Sheriff Darren Campbell announced

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Troutman police investigating break-in at Dunkin Donuts

Posted on January 2, 2024 by Mike Fuhrman

Special to Iredell Free News The Troutman Police Department is investigating a break-in that occurred at the Dunkin Donuts on North Main Street early Monday morning. Officers responded to the

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N.C. Baptist Singers & Orchestra to perform in Mooresville on January 8

Posted on January 2, 2024 by Mike Fuhrman

Special to Iredell Free News The N.C. Baptist Singers & Orchestra will perform a special concert at Trinity Baptist Church in Mooresville on Monday, January 8. The concert, which begins

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Troutman author captures essence of Appalachian life in collection of short stories

Posted on January 2, 2024 by Mike Fuhrman

Special to Iredell Free News Redhawk Publications has announced the release of “Iron Bridge Sunday and Other Stories,” the latest book written by Troutman resident Les M. Brown. This collection

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Letter to the Editor: MGSD School Board members perform invaluable community service

Posted on January 2, 2024 by Mike Fuhrman

To the Editor: As we step into the month of January, it is with great pleasure and gratitude that we take a moment to celebrate and honor five very important

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Recruiting the Best: ICSO cadet program attracts pool of talented applicants

Posted on January 1, 2024 by Mike Fuhrman

BY MIKE FUHRMAN At a time when law enforcement agencies across the country are struggling to recruit and retain officers, there’s no shortage of people vying to work at the

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Iredell commissioners to consider plan to borrow $40 million to help pay for construction of new I-SS high school

Posted on January 1, 2024 by Mike Fuhrman

FROM STAFF REPORTS The Iredell County Board of Commissioners on Tuesday will consider a request from the Finance Department to begin the process of borrowing up to $40 million to

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Iredell Health System Career Opportunities (January 1)

Posted on January 1, 2024 by Mike Fuhrman

Iredell Health System been recognized as a 2023 recipient of the Charlotte Business Journal’s Healthiest Employers of Greater Charlotte Awards. The award highlights the health system’s commitment to creating a

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Gladys Mae Riddle

Posted on January 1, 2024 by Mike Fuhrman

Gladys Mae Sherrill Riddle, 88, of Statesville, N.C., entered her heavenly home on December 26, 2023. Gladys was born in Iredell County on June 9, 1935. She was the daughter

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Bonnie Newman Wright

Posted on January 1, 2024 by Mike Fuhrman

Bonnie Newman Wright, 76, of Mooresville, N.C., passed away peacefully on Sunday, December 31, 2023, at her home. She was brought into this world on April 15, 1947, in Iredell

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Jo Carolyn Morrison

Posted on December 31, 2023 by Mike Fuhrman

Ms. Jo Carolyn Morrison, 89, was born in Iredell County, N.C., on October 25, 1934, to the late James Lonnie “Lon” Morrison and Mary Magdalene Sherrill Morrison. She departed this

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Mooresville man fatally injured when small plane crashes near Troutman

Posted on December 31, 2023 by Mike Fuhrman

BY KEVIN IMM A Mooresville man was fatally injured on Sunday afternoon when the small plane he was piloting crashed while attempting to land at Lake Norman Airport. The N.C.

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Now Streaming: Statesville High grad chasing dream as haunt3d (Video)

Posted on December 31, 2023 by Mike Fuhrman

BY MIKE FUHRMAN Juan Mendoza can’t read a note and doesn’t have much of an interest in singing. But the 22-year-old Statesville resident is passionate about music, and he’s living

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Town of Mooresville Career Opportunities ($2,000-$3,000 Signing Bonus)

Posted on December 31, 2023 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: December 22-29

Posted on December 31, 2023 by Mike Fuhrman

FROM STAFF REPORTS The Iredell County Sheriff’s Office reported the following felony arrests: DECEMBER 22 ♦ John Junior Jackson, 20, of Mount Olive Road, Statesville, charged with conspiracy and aiding

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Andrew Scott Krider

Posted on December 30, 2023 by Mike Fuhrman

Andrew Scott Krider, 56, passed away Friday, December 29, 2023. Andrew was born in Iredell County on December 3, 1967, to Mr. William “Bill” Krider and Mrs. Shelby Threatte Krider.

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Buddy Gene Taylor

Posted on December 30, 2023 by Mike Fuhrman

Buddy Gene Taylor, 72, of Harmony, N.C., passed away on Friday, December 29, 2023. Buddy was born in Iredell County on November 17, 1951, and was the son of the

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A Statesville Tradition: Wilson’s Weenie Wagon serves up delicious dogs

Posted on December 30, 2023 by Mike Fuhrman

BY MIKE FUHRMAN Way before Netflix was a thing, Eric Wilson and his father were watching PBS when a program came on that showcased famous hot dog joints across the

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

Posted on December 30, 2023 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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City of Statesville announces revised garbage collection schedule for holiday week

Posted on December 30, 2023 by Mike Fuhrman

Special to Iredell Free News City of Statesville offices will be closed on Monday, January 1, in recognition of New Year’s Day. The Statesville Fitness and Activity Center & Bentley

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IFN Year in Review: Our most-read articles of 2023

Posted on December 30, 2023 by Mike Fuhrman

FROM STAFF REPORTS Readers clicked on iredellfreenews.com more than 5.3 million times in 2023. Here’s a rundown of our 23 most-read news and feature articles in 2023: 1. Massive fire

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City of Statesville Career Opportunities (December 29)

Posted on December 29, 2023 by Mike Fuhrman

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

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Insurance commissioner reminds seniors to review changes to Medicare Advantage Plans by March 31

Posted on December 29, 2023 by Mike Fuhrman

Special to Iredell Free News  RALEIGH — Insurance Commissioner Mike Causey and the Seniors’ Health Insurance Information Program (SHIIP), remind seniors who have Medicare Advantage plans to review their coverage and

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TPD adds two K-9s to expand officers’ capabilities

Posted on December 29, 2023 by Mike Fuhrman

BY DEBBIE PAGE Troutman Police Chief Josh Watson recently introduced two new furry members of his department to the community and the town council. Watson noted that K-9 officers and

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Elizabeth Brawley Lowder

Posted on December 29, 2023 by Mike Fuhrman

Elizabeth Ann “Libby” Brawley Lowder, 89, passed away on December 27, 2023, in Mooresville, N.C. She was a deeply loved and cherished wife, mother, nana, sister, teacher, and friend. Libby

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Cynthia Denise Thornton

Posted on December 29, 2023 by Mike Fuhrman

Cynthia Denise Boals Thornton, 70, of Troutman, N.C., followed the yellow brick road home to reconnect with those who preceded her on Saturday, December 23, 2023. She was born on

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Pamela Benfield Brown

Posted on December 29, 2023 by Mike Fuhrman

Pamela Wayne Benfield Brown, 61, of Taylorsville, N.C., passed away December 29, 2023, at Atrium Health Wake Forest Baptist Medical Center. Pamela was born December 19, 1962, to the late

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Jonie Marie Dugger

Posted on December 29, 2023 by Mike Fuhrman

Jonie Marie Winebarger Dugger, 38, of Statesville, N.C., passed away unexpectedly on Wednesday, December 27, 2023, at Atrium Wake Forest Baptist Medical Center. Jonie was born May 14, 1985, in

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