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Joseph Cornelius Heise Jr.

Posted on November 10, 2023 by Mike Fuhrman

Joseph Cornelius Heise Jr., 70, of Mooresville, N.C., passed away on Thursday, November 9, 2023, at the S. Mitchell Mack Hospice House in Mooresville. He was born on July 28,

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Vivian Triolo Runco

Posted on November 10, 2023 by Mike Fuhrman

Vivian Triolo Runco, 91, of Mooresville, N.C., passed away on Thursday, November 9, 2023, at Abernathy Laurels in Newton, N.C. She was born on May 16, 1932, in New York

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Sarah Elaine Russell

Posted on November 10, 2023 by Mike Fuhrman

Mrs. Sarah Elaine Dalton Russell, 73, of Statesville, N.C., departed this life on Monday, November 6, 2023, at Iredell Memorial Hospital. She was born in Iredell County on June 28,

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Norma Jean Mayberry

Posted on November 10, 2023 by Mike Fuhrman

Norma Jean Mayberry, 91, of Statesville, N.C., passed away on Friday, November 10, 2023, at Iredell Memorial Hospital. Born on June 13, 1932, in Iredell County, she was the daughter

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Brittany Nicole Montaigne

Posted on November 10, 2023 by Mike Fuhrman

Brittany Nicole Montaigne went peacefully to her heavenly home on Tuesday, November 7, 2023. She was soothed and prayed for by her closest family, by her side, there to love

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The ‘exceptional life’ of Andy Pendleton

Posted on November 10, 2023 by Mike Fuhrman

BY MIKE FUHRMAN Andy Pendleton vividly remembers May 5, 1944. It was the most exciting day of his life – and one that he nearly did not survive. As a

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Troutman police searching for suspect in double shooting; teenage suspect in custody

Posted on November 10, 2023 by Mike Fuhrman

FROM STAFF REPORTS The Troutman Police Department has apprehended one suspect and is searching for a second in last weekend’s double shooting on Mills Avenue. A 17-year-old Troutman resident, who

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‘Freedom is not free’: West Iredell High School hosts Iredell County Veterans Day Ceremony (Photo Gallery)

Posted on November 10, 2023 by Mike Fuhrman

BY KARISSA MILLER West Iredell High School JROTC cadets and students showed their patriotism and pride in local military veterans during the student-led Iredell County Veterans Day Ceremony on Thursday

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Sheriff: Troutman man faces felony drug charges after traffic stop on I-77

Posted on November 10, 2023 by Mike Fuhrman

FROM STAFF REPORTS A Troutman man faces felony drug charges after being stopped by an Iredell County Sheriff’s Office deputy for operating a vehicle with an expired registration. Sheriff Darren

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City of Statesville Career Opportunities (November 10)

Posted on November 10, 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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Birth Announcements: October 31 – November 7

Posted on November 10, 2023 by Mike Fuhrman

Special to Iredell Free News The Birth Place at Iredell Memorial Hospital announced the following births: OCTOBER 31 ♦ A girl, Jamerlyn Dayanna Calderon Valdivia, born to Soangel Gissel Valdivia

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Photo Gallery: Troutman Elementary third-graders thank local veterans for their service

Posted on November 9, 2023 by Mike Fuhrman

Special to Iredell Free News Students in Mrs. Crisp and Mrs. Hawkins third-grade classes at Troutman Elementary School recently wrote thank you cards to all of the veterans associated with

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Mona Lou Shaver

Posted on November 9, 2023 by Mike Fuhrman

Mona Lou Shaver, 89, of Harmony, N.C., went to be with her heavenly Father on Wednesday, November 8, 2023. Mrs. Shaver was born September 17, 1934, in Iredell County and

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Johnny Rance Bowie

Posted on November 9, 2023 by Mike Fuhrman

Johnny Rance Bowie, 77 of Stony Point, N.C., walked into the arms of the Lord on November 8, 2023, at Iredell Memorial Hospital surrounded by family. Johnny was born October

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Theresa Randol

Posted on November 9, 2023 by Mike Fuhrman

Theresa “Teri” Figley Randol, 64, passed away peacefully Tuesday, November 7, 2023, surrounded by loved ones. Teri was born April 1, 1959, to the late Robert Figley and Toni Femver

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Georgiana Meryl Graham Gregory

Posted on November 9, 2023 by Mike Fuhrman

Georgiana Meryl Graham Gregory, 92, of Stony Point, N.C., passed away on Tuesday, November 7, 2023, at Brookdale-Peachtree. Born on July 27, 1931, in Los Angles, Calif., she was the

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Robert William Berry

Posted on November 9, 2023 by Mike Fuhrman

Robert William Berry, 56, of Mooresville, N.C., passed away on Wednesday, November 8, 2023. He was born on April 18, 1967, in Massachusetts to the late Joseph and Adeline Poirot

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Jeanne Theresita Loeschen

Posted on November 9, 2023 by Mike Fuhrman

Jeanne Theresita Loeschen (Huot), 96, of Mooresville, N.C., peacefully passed away on November 3, 2023. Jeanne moved to Mooresville 20 years ago, creating a new chapter in her life after

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Oakwood Middle School honors veterans (Photo Gallery)

Posted on November 9, 2023 by Mike Fuhrman

BY BRANDY TEMPLETON Oakwood Middle School, an IB World School, celebrated veterans in a big way Thursday morning. The cafeteria was packed full of retired servicemembers representing the Army, Navy,

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Letter to the Editor: Howell should be removed as I-SS Board chairman

Posted on November 9, 2023 by Mike Fuhrman

To the Editor: A perfect example of despotic political behavior and suppression of basic civil liberties has been on display during the Iredell-Statesville Schools Board of Education’s last three meetings.

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NCDHHS begins notifying automatic enrollees of full Medicaid benefits

Posted on November 9, 2023 by Mike Fuhrman

Special to Iredell Free News The N.C. Department of Health and Human Services has begun contacting up to 300,000 people who are enrolled in Medicaid’s limited Family Planning program and

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Sheriff: Two suspects face felony drug charges following traffic stop

Posted on November 9, 2023 by Mike Fuhrman

FROM STAFF REPORTS An Olin man and Statesville woman face felony drug charges following a traffic stop by an Iredell County Sheriff’s Office deputy. Sheriff Darren Campbell announced the arrests

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Dora Virginia Goforth

Posted on November 8, 2023 by Mike Fuhrman

Mrs. Dora Virginia Carroll Goforth, 91 of Statesville went home to be with the Lord Tuesday, November 7, 2023, at Autumn Care of Iredell. Funeral services will be held at

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Corina May Strickland

Posted on November 8, 2023 by Mike Fuhrman

Corina May “Cori” Shano Strickland, 57, of Statesville, N.C., passed away on Thursday, November 2, 2023. She was born on April 6, 1966, in Canada to the late Robert and

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Victoria Mayhew Ivester

Posted on November 8, 2023 by Mike Fuhrman

On October 31, 2023, Victoria Mayhew Ivester, 68, passed away peacefully in her sleep in Gray Court, S.C.. She was born to the late Jimmie Franklin Mayhew and Peggy VanPelt

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Judy Wilson Moody

Posted on November 8, 2023 by Mike Fuhrman

Judy Wilson Moody, 78, formerly of Statesville, N.C., passed away unexpectedly on Sunday, November 5, 2023, at Iredell Memorial Hospital. Judy was born April 15, 1945, in Catawba County, N.C.,

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City of Statesville announces burning ban, effective immediately

Posted on November 8, 2023 by Mike Fuhrman

Special to Iredell Free News The City of Statesville on Wednesday announced an immediate ban on all outdoor open burning, including any activities within 100 feet of an occupied dwelling.

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MGSD honors Hyatt for four decades of service to district, community

Posted on November 8, 2023 by Mike Fuhrman

BY DEBBIE PAGE Mooresville Graded School District Board of Education members, Iredell County Board of Commissioners Chair Melissa Neader, and Superintendent Jason Gardner led the praise for retiring school board

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Troutman council members praise police department in wake of deadly shooting

Posted on November 8, 2023 by Mike Fuhrman

BY DEBBIE PAGE Troutman Town Council members expressed concern and sympathy after a shooting incident on Mills Avenue on Saturday night. Zachary Craig, 20, of Charlotte and Alexander Hipple, 18,

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SPD investigating crash involving I-SS bus in Statesville

Posted on November 8, 2023 by Mike Fuhrman

FROM STAFF REPORTS An Iredell-Statesville Schools student was injured Tuesday afternoon when an I-SS bus was rear-ended by a pickup truck in Statesville. The Statesville Police Department is investigating the

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SBI investigating officer-involved shooting at Lake Norman Regional Medical Center

Posted on November 8, 2023 by Mike Fuhrman

FROM STAFF REPORTS The N.C. State Bureau of Investigation is investigating an officer-involved shooting that occurred early Wednesday morning at Lake Norman Regional Medical Center. Robert William Berry, 56, of

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Election Watch: Three write-in candidates received most votes in Harmony Council race

Posted on November 8, 2023 by Mike Fuhrman

FROM STAFF REPORTS Three write-in candidates are poised to win seats on the Harmony Town Council. According to unofficial results from the Iredell County Board of Elections, write-in candidates Brandan

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How Iredell Voted: Carney wins Mooresville mayoral race; incumbents in Troutman, Mooresville lose seats

Posted on November 7, 2023 by Mike Fuhrman

FROM STAFF REPORTS Mooresville voters on Tuesday selected Chris Carney to be their next mayor by a wide margin. Carney, a former town commissioner and N.C. state senator, easily defeated

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Unofficial Results: Carney wins Mooresville mayoral race in landslide

Posted on November 7, 2023 by Mike Fuhrman

FROM STAFF REPORTS Mooresville voters on Tuesday selected Chris Carney to be their next mayor by a wide margin. Carney, a former town commissioner and N.C. state senator, easily defeated

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Joint investigation by MPD, ATF results in eight-year prison term for Mexican national

Posted on November 7, 2023 by Mike Fuhrman

Special to Iredell Free News An investigation by the Mooresville Police Department and the Charlotte Field Division of the U.S. Bureau of Alcohol, Tobacco, Firearms and Explosives (ATF) culminated Tuesday

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Antoinette “Toni” Pottinger

Posted on November 7, 2023 by Mike Fuhrman

Antoinette “Toni” Echerd Pottinger, 74, of Statesville, N.C., died Sunday, November 5, 2023, at the Gordon Hospice House. She was born in Alamance County on March 15, 1949, to the

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