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Piedmont HealthCare Urgent Care and Express Care offering $25 sports physicals  

Posted on August 15, 2023 by Mike Fuhrman

Special to Iredell Free News From August 15 through September 30, Piedmont HealthCare’s Statesville and Mooresville Urgent Care centers are offering sports physicals for only $25. At PHC Urgent Care,

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North Carolina agencies working to attract and retain early childhood teachers

Posted on August 15, 2023 by Mike Fuhrman

Special to Iredell Free News RALEIGH — North Carolina is making it easier for aspiring and current early childhood teachers to get classroom experience and college credit to meet the state’s

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Mooresville Arts presents two exhibits showcasing local artists

Posted on August 15, 2023 by Mike Fuhrman

Special to Iredell Free News Mooresville Arts is pleased to announce its two newest exhibits are on display at the Depot: the 150 Challenge Group Exhibit and the Emergence: Under

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Elizabeth Sherese Roberts

Posted on August 15, 2023 by Mike Fuhrman

Elizabeth Sherese Roberts, 65, joined the Heavenly Kingdom on Sunday, August 13, 2023. She was born in Orlando, Fla., and received her associate degree in Weaving and Design at the

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Rebecca Ann “Becky” Mayhew Gibson

Posted on August 15, 2023 by Mike Fuhrman

Rebecca Ann “Becky” Mayhew Gibson, 88, of Charlotte, N.C., and formerly of Mooresville, N.C., passed away on Sunday, August 13, 2023. Born May 25, 1935, in Iredell County, she was

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Susan Yvonne Cooke

Posted on August 15, 2023 by Mike Fuhrman

Susan “Susie” Yvonne Cooke, 66, of Statesville, N.C., transitioned peacefully in her home on Sunday, August 13, 2023, at 4:45 a.m. after a brief but valiant battle with pancreatic cancer.

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Paul Dale Carpenter

Posted on August 15, 2023 by Mike Fuhrman

Mr. Paul Dale Carpenter, 74, of Statesville, N.C., passed away at his home on Tuesday, August 15, 2023. Mr. Carpenter was born in Iredell County on August 20, 1948. He

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Robert Larry Lowe Sr.

Posted on August 15, 2023 by Mike Fuhrman

Robert “Bobby” Larry Lowe Sr., aka “The Mailman,” 88, of Mooresville, N.C., passed away on Sunday, August 13, 2023 at his residence. He was born on July 18, 1935, in

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Gladys Christine Kistler Barker

Posted on August 15, 2023 by Mike Fuhrman

It is with heavy hearts and deep reverence that we announce the passing of Gladys Christine Kistler Barker of Mooresville, N.C., a truly remarkable woman whose life was a testament

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Sharon Richardson

Posted on August 15, 2023 by Mike Fuhrman

Sharon Richardson, 82, of Mooresville, N.C., passed away on August 11, 2023. She was born on February 19, 1941, in Maine. Sharon was a graduate of Eastern Nazarene College and

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Discussion about calls to remove books from school libraries dominates I-SS Board meeting

Posted on August 15, 2023 by Mike Fuhrman

BY KARISSA MILLER Local residents flooded the Iredell-Statesville School Board meeting Monday night to express their concerns about the district’s book controversy following last week’s board discussion at the Committee

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EnergyUnited Foundation awards nearly $80,000 to nonprofits, individuals and families

Posted on August 14, 2023 by Mike Fuhrman

Special to Iredell Free News The EnergyUnited Foundation awarded nearly $80,000 in the month of June to nonprofit organizations, individuals, households and families. Through the first six months of the

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Elizabeth Marchese Pautz

Posted on August 14, 2023 by Mike Fuhrman

Mooresville resident, formerly of Staten Island, N.Y., Elizabeth Marchese Pautz, 90, an executive assistant, passed away Friday, August 11, 2023, at Gordon Hospice House in Statesville, N.C. Born and raised

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Jeffery “Bo” Turman Walker

Posted on August 14, 2023 by Mike Fuhrman

Jeffery “Bo” Turman Walker, 57, passed away on August 10, 2023, in Iredell County, N.C. Born on November 9, 1965, in the Commonwealth of Virginia, he was the son of

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Ernest “Ernie” Edward Sides III

Posted on August 14, 2023 by Mike Fuhrman

Ernest “Ernie” Edward Sides III, PhD, passed away on Sunday, August 13, 2023, at his home in Statesville, N.C. Ernie was born to Ernest “Buddy” and Mary Sides of Troutman,

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David Eugene Townsend

Posted on August 14, 2023 by Mike Fuhrman

David Eugene Townsend, beloved husband, father, grandfather, brother, and friend, passed away peacefully in his sleep the morning of August 11, from Parkinson’s disease and Lewy Body dementia. He was

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NCDHHS: Back to School means time to get children and teens’ vaccines up to date

Posted on August 14, 2023 by Mike Fuhrman

Special to Iredell Free News RALEIGH — As children across the state head back to school, the N.C. Department of Health and Human Services reminds families that vaccinations are an important

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N.C. State Elections Board recognizes No Labels Party as official political party

Posted on August 14, 2023 by Mike Fuhrman

Special to Iredell Free News The State Board of Elections on Sunday voted to recognize the No Labels Party as an official political party in North Carolina. Recognition of No

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Health Beat: How to decide whether to go to urgent care or the ER

Posted on August 14, 2023 by Mike Fuhrman

Special to Iredell Free News You’re preparing your favorite meal and accidentally slip and slice your finger. The cut seems deep and hasn’t stopped bleeding for a few minutes. You

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A Huge Honor: Local tennis player invited to train at Rafa Nadal Academy in Spain

Posted on August 13, 2023 by Mike Fuhrman

BY KARISSA MILLER In pressure moments, Theo Johnson relies on hours of practice, his instincts and reflexes to hit winning shots on the tennis court. Johnson, who recently celebrated his

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Tony Howard Matheson

Posted on August 13, 2023 by Mike Fuhrman

Tony Howard “Minute Man” Matheson, 70, of Taylorsville, N.C., passed away Friday, August 11, 2023, at his home surrounded by loved ones after a long courageous battle with cancer. Tony

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Shelley Whittaker Coe

Posted on August 13, 2023 by Mike Fuhrman

Shelley Whittaker Coe, 68, of Troutman, N.C., passed away on Wednesday, August 9, 2023. She was born on June 9, 1955, in Sandusky, Ohio, to the late Donald and Thalia

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

Posted on August 13, 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: August 3-11

Posted on August 13, 2023 by Mike Fuhrman

FROM STAFF REPORTS The Iredell County Sheriff’s Office reported the following felony arrests: AUGUST 3 ♦ Tony Deshawn Cauthen, 22, of Reid Street, Statesville, charged with sell or deliver a

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Troutman Council honors police chief for going ‘beyond the call of duty’

Posted on August 13, 2023 by Mike Fuhrman

BY DEBBIE PAGE The Troutman Town Council recognized Police Chief Josh Watson as the August Employee of the Month during its regular meeting on Thursday. Council members also praised his

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

Posted on August 12, 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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Viewpoint: ESL students at Mitchell Community College have helped me see language through a new lens

Posted on August 12, 2023 by Mike Fuhrman

BY DALE GOWING After decades in the newspaper business, I’m seeing the English language through a refocused lens. Call it journalism vs. survival English. The former is that process I

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Cultivation Camp: YMCA program teaches middle-schoolers how to grow a garden (Photos)

Posted on August 12, 2023 by Mike Fuhrman

BY BRANDY TEMPLETON The Statesville Family YMCA recently celebrated the culmination of another successful summer program by inviting board members and other supporters to enjoy “Lunch with a Camper.” The

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Photo Gallery: Rockie Lynne performs at Second Saturday Festival in Downtown Statesville

Posted on August 12, 2023 by Mike Fuhrman

PHOTOS BY BRANDY TEMPLETON The Second Saturday Festival relocated to Downtown Statesville on Saturday as singer-songwriter Rockie Lynne performed. The event is presented by Waves Entertainment. Photo Gallery

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Nancy Lee Sloss

Posted on August 12, 2023 by Mike Fuhrman

Nancy Patt Sloss, 71, of Statesville, N.C., passed away on Thursday, August 10, 2023. She was born on June 8, 1952, in Somerset County, N.J., to the late Raymond and

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Michael Gray Sherrill Sr.

Posted on August 12, 2023 by Mike Fuhrman

Michael Gray Sherrill Sr., aka “Candy Man”, 71, of Mooresville, N.C., passed away on Wednesday, August 9, 2023. He was born on January 18, 1952, in Mooresville to the late

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Marshall Ray DeBusk

Posted on August 12, 2023 by Mike Fuhrman

  , 84, of Mooresville, N.C., passed away on Wednesday, August 9, 2023, at S. Mitchell Mack Hospice House. He was born February 11, 1939, in Ezel, Ky., to the

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Carole Ann Hensel

Posted on August 12, 2023 by Mike Fuhrman

Carole Ann Hensel, 81, of Mooresville, N.C., passed away on Tuesday, August 8, 2023, at Cadence Living of Mooresville. She was born on May 17, 1942, to the late Mr.

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Deborah Hooker Graham

Posted on August 12, 2023 by Mike Fuhrman

Deborah “Debbie” Hooker Graham peacefully transitioned to her eternal home in heaven on August 8, 2023, at the age of 64. She fought the fight of a lifetime with unmatched

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Manuel de Jesus Gomez

Posted on August 12, 2023 by Mike Fuhrman

Manuel de Jesus Gomez, 91, passed away on Wednesday, August 9, 2023. Fond memories and expressions of sympathy for the Gomez family may be shared at www.bunchjohnsonfuneralhome.com. No services are

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Mark Christopher Charles

Posted on August 12, 2023 by Mike Fuhrman

Mark Christopher Charles, 54, passed away August 11, 2023. Mark was born in Iredell County, N.C., to Lavada Charles Cleary on August 24, 1968. He was a loving son, uncle

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