With heartfelt sadness, we announce the passing of Russell Anderson Johnston, who died peacefully on May 9, 2025, at the age of 89. A beloved father, grandfather, great-grandfather, great-great-grandfather, veteran,
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IFN Staff The Iredell County Sheriff’s Office reported the following felony arrests: MAY 2 ♦ Jeffrey Todd Campbell, 53, of Lakeview Drive, Statesville, charged with four counts of possession with
BY DONNA SWICEGOOD Rescue Ranch Director of Community Relations, Partnerships and Development Maureen Moore was a little surprised when a group of six adults arrived for the nonprofit’s inaugural Bunnies
BY DEBBIE PAGE The Troutman Town Council, Town Manager Ron Wyatt and Town Attorney Jason Ralston are continuing researching the language and legal requirements of a proposed residential development moratorium
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,
Special to IFN Advanced ticket sales for the upcoming Iredell County Sports Hall of Fame banquet have ended. A limited number of tickets for the May 19 event will be
Special to IFN Mitchell Community College will honor its graduates of associate degree, diploma and certificate programs during the annual commencement exercises planned for May 14-22. To accommodate all of
Hayden Kyle McDaniels, 30, of Statesville, N.C., passed away on May 7, 2025. In the grand construction site of life, Hayden Kyle McDaniels, who graced this world with his presence
Martha Copley Scruggs passed away on May 9, 2025, after a period of declining health. She leaves behind a legacy of kindness and love to those she adored. She was
The City of Statesville is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer. We do not discriminate in employment practices based on race, color, religion, sex, national origin, political affiliation, non-disqualifying disability or
Special to IFN As part of National Electrical Safety Month, EnergyUnited is highlighting recent safety achievements. From community outreach efforts to employee training, EnergyUnited is driven by the top core
Tiffany Jenkins shares her recovery story at ‘Breaking the Stigma’ event BY DEBBIE PAGE Comedian, author, podcaster, and speaker Tiffany Jenkins has over 9 million followers across her social media
IFN Staff The Iredell-Statesville Schools Board of Education, Superintendent Jeff James, administrators and principals celebrated the service of 75 retirees recently during the 2024-2025 I-SS Retirement Celebration held at the
Special to IFN The Friends of Fort Dobbs hosted a groundbreaking ceremony at Fort Dobbs State Historic Site in Statesville on May 2. Officials from the N.C. Department of Natural
Special to IFN Tickets are now available for Statesville Dance’s 5th Annual Recital, which is set for May 17-18 at Mac Gray Auditorium. Show times are 2 p.m. and 6
BY KARISSA MILLER Third Creek Elementary teachers and staff held a pep rally Friday to help inspire students and reduce test anxiety as the dates for End-of-Grade exams approach. TCE
Aubrey Marie Ogg was born into the arms of Jesus on May 5, 2025. She was the infant daughter of Shane and Hannah Ogg. In addition to her parents, Aubrey
Isabelle Dolly Grace Smith was born asleep in Christ on May 5, 2025. She was the infant daughter of Brandon and Cynthia Kiser Smith. In addition to her parents, Isabelle
Violet Hicks Chapman, 75, of Statesville, N.C., passed away Wednesday May, 7, 2025 at Iredell Memorial Hospital following an extended illness. Violet was born in Fort Wayne, Ind., on January
Nancy Carol Caskaddon Fox, 81, of Statesville, N.C., passed away unexpectedly at Atrium Health Cabarrus on Monday, May 5, 2025. She was born in Iredell County on July 16, 1943,
Brenda Livengood Sipes of Salisbury, N.C., born on July 8, 1959, in Davidson County, departed this world on May 7, 2025, at her residence following a lengthy illness. A cherished
Joyce Sowers Kunkle of Statesville, N.C., a beloved mother, grandmother, and friend, passed away on May 7, 2025, at the Gordon Hospice House after a brief illness. Born on November
Richard Walker, 94, of Taylorsville, N.C., passed away on Thursday, May 8, 2025, at Frye Regional Medical Center. He was born August 18, 1930, in Alexander County, the son of
IFN Staff A Statesville man faces felony assault and robbery charges in connection with in incident in which two people were severely injured on Old Charlotte Road earlier this week.
Special to IFN Pine Lake Prep freshman Mason Madji recently placed third overall in his division at the U.S. Junior Powerlifting Nationals and set four state records. Madji competed in
Special to IFN Iredell County Manager Beth Milton presented the county’s proposed budget for fiscal year 2025-2026 to the Board of Commissioners on Tuesday, outlining a spending plan that balances
Special to IFN The Statesville Police Department is investigating a fatal collision that occurred early Friday morning on Davie Avenue. Emergency personnel responded to a traffic incident involving a 2024
Special to IFN The City of Statesville held a groundbreaking ceremony on Tuesday, May 6, to officially kick off construction on a major waterline replacement project that will modernize the
BY JEFF CORBETT A married couple in their early 60s was celebrating their 40th wedding anniversary in a quiet, romantic little restaurant. Suddenly, a tiny yet beautiful fairy appeared on
With heavy hearts, we announce the passing of Baby Bailey J. C. C. Steele, whose brief but treasured presence brought immeasurable joy to all who knew her. Born on October
Billy Franklin Little Sr., 84, of Statesville, N.C., passed away peacefully at his residence on Thursday, May 8, 2025. Billy was born July 14, 1940, in Iredell County, N.C., to
Marshall “Mickey” Lee Godfrey, 82, of Statesville, N.C., passed away peacefully, surrounded by his family, on Wednesday, May 7, 2025, at the Gordon Hospice House. Mickey was born November 7,
Dr. Deborah Black-Carpenter passed peacefully at home on May 6, 2025, surrounded by her family after a courageous battle with brain cancer. Deborah was born on May 21, 1960, in
Howard Wayne Jenkins, better known as “Flip”, 84, of Taylorsville, N.C., passed away on Wednesday, May 7, 2025, at the Taylorsville House after years of declining health. He was born
Jeffrey Adams, 64, of Hiddenite, N.C., passed away unexpectedly on Wednesday, May 7, 2025, at his home. He was born September 12, 1960, in Iredell County, the son of Geraldine Pharr
Brenda Pope Miller, 74, of Taylorsville, N.C., passed away on Wednesday, May 7, 2025, at the Gordon Hospice House after an extended illness. She was born August 13, 1950, in