Jerron Jevar Grimball, 46, of Mooresville, N.C., passed away on August 19, 2023, at Novant Medical Center in Huntersville, N.C. He was born December 29, 1976, in Bronx, N.Y., to Frank
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Angela “Angie” Jayne Tanner Keller, 58, of Drexel, N.C., passed away peacefully at home on Wednesday, August 15, 2023. Angie was born April 19, 1965, in Iredell County, N.C., to
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PHOTOS BY NICOLE RHYNE North Iredell High School showed off its new turf field and upgraded lights on Friday evening as the 2023 football season kicked off in Olin. The
FROM STAFF REPORTS A Statesville man faces drug and weapons charges after being stopped for a traffic violation by an Iredell County Sheriff’s Office deputy. Sheriff Darren Campbell announced the
Special to Iredell Free News Rob Young has announced that he will seek a second term as a District Court judge in Judicial District 22A, which includes Iredell and Alexander
BY KARISSA MILLER Iredell-Statesville Board of Education members voted Monday to approve the district’s $4.3 million Title I plan for the 2023-2024 school year. Title I funds provide targeted financial
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Jimmy Ray Brown, 79, of Mooresville, N.C., passed away on Thursday, August 17, 2023, at Lake Norman Regional Medical Center in Mooresville. Born November 14, 1943, in Iredell County, he
Jacqueline Wray Elliott, 53, of Mooresville, N.C., went to be with the Lord on Wednesday, August 16, 2023. She was born on October 7, 1969 in Goshen, Ind., to James
Mary Ruth Matze Setzer of Mooresville, N.C., passed away peacefully at Lake Norman Regional Medical Center on Sunday, August 13, 2023. Mrs. Setzer was born in South Boston, Va., graduated
Rose Marie Hood Watts, 76, of Statesville, N.C., entered eternal rest on Wednesday, August 16, 2023, at Davie Nursing and Rehabilitation Center in Mocksville, N.C. Rose was born on January
Melissa “Missy” Tucker Kyles, 63, of Troutman, N.C., passed away on Thursday, August 17, 2023, at the Gordon Hospice House in Statesville, N.C. Before her passing, Missy was wonderfully cared
FROM STAFF REPORTS A Statesville man faces felony weapon and drug charges following an investigation by the Iredell County Sheriff’s Office. Sheriff Darren Campbell announced the arrest of Justin Lewis Ostwalt,
Special to Iredell Free News Iredell COAST will host a Community Yard Sale event in the nonprofit’s parking lot, located at 833 N. Center Street in Statesville, on Saturday, August
BY KARISSA MILLER A warm, sunny school day provided the perfect setting for games and races on Friday at N.B. Mills Elementary School. Students and teachers gathered in an open
Special to Iredell Free News The City of Statesville has launched its revamped website, statesvillenc.net, providing the community with an enhanced and seamless online experience. The newly refreshed website offers
Susan Reid Rhoades Allen, 86, of Winston-Salem, N.C., went to be with her Lord on Wednesday, August 16, 2023, at Autumn Care of Cornelius. She was born on March 14,
Jocelyn Victoria Yoder Weddington of Troy, N.C., left this earth on Tuesday, August 15, 2023, after a courageous battle with amyloidosis and the resulting heart failure. Jocelyn was a New
Mr. James S. Daye, 58, was born in Jamaica Queens, N.Y., on April 17, 1965, to the late Harold Theodore Daye and Clara Bell Rucker Daye. He departed this life
Special to Iredell Free News The Women, Infants & Children (WIC) Clinic at the Iredell County Health Department has been recognized by USDA Food and Nutrition Service Regional Administrator Willie
Special to Iredell Free News Highland Canine Connect announces its expanded annual nonprofit event on October 7. The Cornhole Fundraiser and Festival has turned into a popular annual tradition, attracting hundreds
Special to Iredell Free News A study by the Better Business Bureau finds that while people in North America struggle to pay trillions of dollars in debt, some look for
BY DEBBIE PAGE The Mooresville Graded School District Board of Education learned details about a playground grant, heard plans for several events, honored an employee for a regional award, and
Special to Iredell Free News The N.C. House voted Tuesday to override six of Gov. Roy Cooper’s vetoes, including legislation to expand charter schools, prohibit biological men from competing in
BY KARISSA MILLER The 2023-2024 school year got off to a good start, according to Iredell-Statesville Schools teachers, staff and principals. Students at traditional I-SS schools returned to campus Monday,
Bonnie Cheryl Moore Culbertson, 56, passed away Friday, August 11, 2023, at Iredell Memorial Hospital. She was born March 13, 1967, and was the daughter of Harvey Lee Blackwell and
Jack Michael Marlowe, 76, of Statesville, N.C., passed away on August 11, 2023, at Rosewood Assisted Living after an extended illness. Michael was born February 5, 1947, in Iredell County
Kenneth M. Taylor, 79, passed away August 15, 2023, at Atrium Health Wake Forest Baptist Hospital in Winston-Salem, N.C., after a lengthy illness. He was proceeded in death by his
Jerry “Wayne” Hepler, 74, of Statesville, N.C., went to rejoice with his Lord and Savior on Wednesday, August 16, 2023. He was a beloved husband, father, and very proud grandfather.
Special to Iredell Free News The General Federation of Women’s Club of North Carolina Statesville Woman’s Club will hold a Summer “Paint and Sip” rock painting event at the Historic
Special to Iredell Free News Nearly four months after a fire destroyed three commercial buildings in Statesville, community and civic leaders gathered on Tuesday to celebrate a nearby revitalization project.
FROM STAFF REPORTS A Troutman man has been charged with stealing hundreds of thousands of dollars from his employer following an investigation by the Iredell County Sheriff’s Office. Sheriff Darren
BY KARISSA MILLER The Iredell County Board of Commissioners on Tuesday approved a budget amendment for $11,425 that will help fund hazardous materials training for first responders. The Homeland Security
Special to Iredell Free News Tom Murry, a Republican candidate for N.C. attorney general, discussed the opioid epidemic, his work as a state prosecutor and military background during a recent
BY KARISSA MILLER The Iredell-Statesville Schools Board of Education on Monday continued to discuss the policy and procedures for removing school library books and other instructional materials. The discussion wasn’t