Nancy Carol Cocilo Harris, 70, of Statesville, N.C., died Wednesday, December 13, 2023, at Glenwood Nursing and Rehab in Mooresville, N.C. She was born in Iredell County on April 16,
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Julie Jorn Everett, 60, of Statesville, N.C., passed away on Wednesday, December 13, 2023, at her home. Julie was born on November 22, 1963, in Omaha, Neb., daughter of Geraldine
Special to Iredell Free News Mooresville High School teacher Ron Higdon has been presented a statewide award in recognition of his “demonstrated excellence in the classroom, superior production achievement, and
FROM STAFF REPORTS Candidate filing for the 2024 elections ended on Friday. The primary election is scheduled for March 5, and the general election is November 5. The following candidates
BY MIKE FUHRMAN Employees at Randy Marion Ford Lincoln have teamed up to make the holiday season brighter for dozens of local seniors. The 50-plus employees at the Statesville dealership
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
Special to Iredell Free News In a heartwarming display of appreciation for local heroes, the young scouts in Pack 173’s Wolf Den in Mount Mourne recently visited the Mount Mourne
John Otto Ridenhour, 75, of Mooresville, N.C., passed away on Wednesday, December 13, 2023, at the S. Mitchell Mack House. He was born August 12, 1948, in Iredell County to
Richard “Rick” Loyd McIntosh Jr., 60, of Davidson, N.C., passed away on Wednesday, December 13, 2023. He was born on September 27, 1963, in Charlottesville, Va., to Richard L. McIntosh
Thomas “Gene” Haire, 84, of Statesville, N.C., passed away Monday, December 11, 2023. Gene was born In Iredell County on May 22, 1939, to the late Albert Wiley Haire and
FROM STAFF REPORTS Two suspects face felony drug charges following an investigation by the Iredell County Sheriff’s Office. Sheriff Darren Campbell announced the arrests of Justin Ray Perdue, 34, and Amanda Christine
BY KARISSA MILLER The Iredell-Statesville Schools Board of Education recognized three West Iredell High School JROTC cadets for their heroic actions this past summer. Cadets Rome Lackey, Cameron Morrison and
Special to Iredell Free News RALEIGH — After an EF-1 tornado caused significant damage in Wake County, Insurance Commissioner Mike Causey is urging the state’s consumers to check with their insurance
Special to Iredell Free News Piedmont HealthCare is excited to welcome Dr. Susan Lee to its OB/GYN team in Statesville. Dr. Lee has joined tenured physicians, Dr. Margot, Wacks, Dr.
Special to Iredell Free News The following cases were disposed during recent terms of in Iredell County H & I Felony District Court: ♦ David Merritt pleaded guilty to Assault
BY KARISSA MILLER N.B. Mills Elementary School students got a surprise visit from Santa Claus and his elves on Wednesday morning. It was all part of a planned holiday event
Mr. Robert Lewis Turner II, 59, was born in Iredell County, N.C., on September 15, 1964, to the late Robert Lewis Turner Sr. and Cornelia Louise Wasson Turner. He departed
Rickard Kyle Deese, 75, of Mooresville, N.C., passed away on Tuesday, December 12, 2023, at his home. He was born on January 26, 1948, in Mooresville to the late Bob
Johnnie Jackson Ziats, 75, of Mooresville, N.C., passed away on Tuesday, December 12, 2023, at the S. Mitchell Mack Hospice House in Mooresville. She was born on August 11, 1948,
Charles Taylor Taft, 94, went home to be with his Lord on Sunday, December 10, 2023, surrounded by his family in Statesville, N.C. He was born to Herman and Marion
BY DEBBIE PAGE During Tuesday night’s Mooresville Graded School District Board of Education meeting, Senior Resident District Judge Dale Graham performed swearing-in ceremonies for board newcomer Monica Bender and re-elected
BY KARISSA MILLER The Iredell-Statesville Schools Board of Education voted unanimously Monday to adopt the $290 million budget resolution for the 2023-2024 school year. The district receives funding from local,
Special to Iredell Free News Construction of Iredell Memorial Hospital’s emergency department and critical care unit expansion is on track for 2024 completion. Iredell Health System is expanding the hospital
Special to Iredell Free News First Presbyterian Church in Statesville will present a Christmas concert on Sunday, December 17, at 6 p.m. in the church’s sanctuary. The concert will be
Kara Lynne Warren, 45, of Statesville, N.C., passed away unexpectedly on Monday, December 11, 2023. She was the daughter of the late William Kenneth Warren and Brenda Wilhelm Warren. Kara
James William Hastings of Statesville, N.C., passed away on Sunday, December 10, 2023, at the Gordon Hospice House. He was born in Iredell County on July 27, 1948, to the
Lucille Naomi Brown, 99, of Statesville, N.C., passed away on Wednesday, December 6, 2023, at Jurney’s Assisted Living Facility. She was born on December 21, 1923, in Winston-Salem, N.C., to
Howard Parker, 79, of Mooresville, N.C., passed away on Monday, December 11, 2023, at his residence. He was born on December 23, 1943, in Savannah, Ga., to the late James
Special to Iredell Free News Mooresville resident Todd Carver has filed to run for the 95th District seat in the N.C. House of Representatives. A Republican with more than 30
FROM STAFF REPORTS Two Statesville men face felony drug charges after leaving the scene of a motor vehicle crash. Iredell County Sheriff Darren announced the arrests of David Khalil Alexander,
BY KARISSA MILLER Iredell-Statesville Schools Board of Education Chairman Bill Howell on Monday abandoned a plan to call for an investigation of board member Mike Kubiniec. Howell, who led efforts
Special to Iredell Free News N.C. Rep. Grey Mills has officially launched his campaign for a seat in the U.S. House of Representatives. Mills, a Republican who currently represents the
BY DEBBIE PAGE The Troutman Town Council heard presentations about Habitat for Humanity’s upcoming work in the area, Kimley-Horne’s on-call transportation services, and Design Associates’ renderings for the south side
Special to Iredell Free News Sen. Vickie Sawyer has officially filed for re-election for a third term in the N.C. Senate. A Republican who represents the 37th District, Sawyer currently
Maxine Williams Bunch, 87, of Statesville, N.C., passed away on December 7, 2023. The funeral will be held on December 16 at 2 p.m. at Broad Street United Methodist Church
Stephenie “Saucey” Lee Cooper, 56, of Mooresville, N.C., passed away on Monday, December 11, 2023, at her home. She was born February 19, 1967, in Ohio to the late Frank