Jerry Kenneth Moose, 47, of Statesville, N.C., passed away on Sunday, October 8, 2023, at his home. Born on July 11, 1976, in Indianapolis, Ind., he was the son of
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FROM STAFF RESULTS Voters in Ward 6 selected a new representative on the Statesville City Council and Eddie Karriker garnered the most votes in the race for the open at-large
FROM STAFF REPORTS A Mooresville man faces three felony charges in connection with the theft of an Iredell County EMS ambulance. The Mooresville Police Department announced the arrest of Dezire Raequan
Special to Iredell Free News On Tap Crafty Brews will host its Third Annual Brat Trot 5K in Downtown Mooresville on Saturday, October 14. The 3.1-mile run begins at On
Special to Iredell Free News The Iredell County Health Department has received a new shipment of the updated Pfizer COVID-19 vaccine, and will be making it available to the community
Special to Iredell Free News On a beautiful autumn Friday afternoon, Purple Heart Homes kicked off its annual cycling fundraiser “Take That Hill” with a special meet-and-greet reception showcasing two
Special to Iredell Free News Did you know heart disease is the second leading cause of death in Iredell County? In fact, over 18 percent of premature deaths in Iredell
BY KARISSA MILLER The Iredell-Statesville Schools Board of Education voted 4-3 on Monday evening to oust Mike Kubiniec from his position as vice chairman. Board members Doug Knight, Charles Kelly
Charles Bruton Guy, 86, of Statesville, N.C., passed away on Monday, October 9, 2023, at the Gordon Hospice House. Charles was born on April 12, 1937, in Iredell County and
Mary Frances “Pris” Eisele Kimel, 77, born on November 23, 1945, the twelfth child of Corinne Kindler and Emmett G. Eisele, reached her eternal reward on October 8, 2023, at
Special to Iredell Free News The Historic Sharpe House, located at 402 South Center Street in Statesville, is planning an array of events during the coming months. Tickets for all the
FROM STAFF REPORTS Mooresville officials recently honored a delegation from the town’s Sister City, Hockenheim, Germany. During the October 2 town board meeting, Mooresville Mayor Miles Atkins and Hockenheim Mayor
FROM STAFF REPORTS The Mooresville Police Department reported the following felony arrests: SEPTEMBER 3 ♦ Jeffrey Daniel Stewart, 32, of N Broad Street, Mooresville, charged with forgery, obtain property by
BY KARISSA MILLER Students at Oakwood Middle, an International Baccalaureate World School, recently had an opportunity to learn about service organizations that make a difference in the community during the
Special to Iredell Free News Saint Patrick’s Episcopal Church and the Mooresville-based musical group Musically Yours will host the 21st annual meeting of The Harp Guitar Gathering on Saturday, October
Jonah “Jay” Wilson Templeton Jr., 94, of Statesville, N.C., passed away October 7, 2023, at home surrounded by his family after a brief illness. Jay was born May 15, 1929,
Gina Ann Dixon, 51, of Statesville, N.C., passed away unexpectedly on Wednesday, October 4, 2023, at Iredell Memorial Hospital. No Services are scheduled at this time. Nicholson Funeral Home has
FROM STAFF REPORTS The Iredell County Sheriff’s Office reported the following felony arrests: SEPTEMBER 29 ♦ Jacob Ryan Cox, 22, of Leota Lane, Olin, was served with a true bill
Special to Iredell Free News Chestnut Grove Community Center recently held a community workday which brought together many volunteers who worked to paint, clean, and landscape the grounds. The day
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,
BY DEBBIE PAGE After the moving Walk of Heroes flag display on the greenway and the accompanying Memorial Day ceremony by the Evening Exchange Club of Lake Norman, town officials,
Special to Iredell Free News The Statesville Police Department will participate in the Drug Enforcement Administration’s National Prescription Drug Take Back Day on Saturday, October 28. This initiative aims to
BY DEBBIE PAGE Under crystal blue skies on Saturday, 2023 Out of the Darkness Central Piedmont Walk Chair Susan Tolle described the event as an opportunity for connection, understanding, healing
Special to Iredell Free News The Birth Place at Iredell Memorial Hospital announced the following births: SEPTEMBER 27 ♦ A boy, Trenton Daquan Adair Martin Jr., born to Trenton Martin
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Deborah “Deb” Mercure passed away on October 5, 2023, in Mooresville, N.C., after a brief battle with cancer. She was 71 years old. She was the daughter of the late
Debra McDonald Bailey, 55, of Statesville, N.C., entered into eternal rest on Thursday, October 5, 2023. She was born in Iredell County on February 28, 1968, to Shirley Dobbins McDonald and
Carolyn Sue Lanier Shives, 84, of Statesville, N.C., went to be with her Lord and Savior Jesus Christ on Friday, October 6, 2023, at her home while surrounded by her
Special to Iredell Free News Iredell Memorial Hospital has been recognized nationally by the American College of Cardiology (ACC) for its demonstrated expertise and commitment to treating patients with chest
BY BRANDY TEMPLETON The Greater Statesville Chamber of Commerce recognized the future5 young professionals award recipients on Friday morning at the Statesville Country Club. The award recipients were honored for
Special to Iredell Free News A Statesville business that was the largest herbarium in the world soon will be recognized with a North Carolina Highway Historical Marker. Established by Jewish
FROM STAFF REPORTS Two men were arrested at Friday night’s football game at Statesville High School. The game was suspended during the third quarter due to a threat of gun
FROM STAFF REPORTS Law enforcement officers evacuated the football stadium at Statesville High School during Friday night’s game due to a threat of gun violence. Statesville police officers and Iredell-Statesville
FROM STAFF REPORTS A Virginia man faces felony drug trafficking charges after being stopped on Interstate 77 by Iredell County Sheriff’s Office deputies. Sheriff Darren Campbell announced the arrest of
Gloria Stella Maziarz, 86, of Statesville, N.C., and formerly of Norristown, Pa., passed away Monday, October 2, 2023. She was born in Philadelphia, Pa., on December 16, 1936, the daughter
Delane McLelland Porter, 78, of Statesville, N.C., passed away on Thursday, October 5, 2023, at Forsyth Medical Center in Winston-Salem, N.C. Mrs. Porter was born June 14, 1945, in Iredell