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Terry Davis Stonestreet

Posted on September 11, 2023 by Mike Fuhrman

Terry Davis Stonestreet, 65, of Mooresville, N.C., went home to be with her Lord on Monday, September 11, 2023, surrounded by her family. She was born on November 13, 1957,

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Betty Shoemaker Wilson

Posted on September 11, 2023 by Mike Fuhrman

Betty Shoemaker Wilson, 80, of Mooresville, N.C., passed away on Sunday, September 10, 2023, at Accordius Healthcare-Mooresville. She was born on August 4, 1943, in Rowan County, N.C., to the

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Blossom Adrienne Kreitman

Posted on September 11, 2023 by Mike Fuhrman

Peacefully and surrounded by her cherished family, Blossom Kreitman of Mooresville, N.C., passed away on September 7, 2023, at the age of 92. Most knew her as Blossom, and others

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Rochelle Mowery Fuller

Posted on September 11, 2023 by Mike Fuhrman

The family of Rochelle Fuller announces her peaceful passing on September 6, 2023, at the age of 84. The daughter of Harvey and Edna, Rochelle will be lovingly remembered by

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Participants in Mooresville’s 9/11 ceremony reflect on national tragedy, express hope for future (Photo Gallery)

Posted on September 11, 2023 by Mike Fuhrman

STORY & PHOTOS BY NICOLE RHYNE Local veterans, their families, and several individuals who were in New York on September 11, 2001, were among those who gathered in Mooresville on

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2023 Fall Art Crawl to showcase more than 80 artists in Downtown Statesville on September 15

Posted on September 11, 2023 by Mike Fuhrman

Special to Iredell Free News The 2023 Fall Art Crawl will take place Friday, September 15, from 5:30 to 8:30 p.m. in Downtown Statesville. The Art Crawl will showcase more

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Mooresville commissioners deny annexation request for 579-unit development off Transco Road

Posted on September 11, 2023 by Mike Fuhrman

FROM STAFF REPORTS Mooresville town commissioners reversed course last week and voted to deny a developer’s request to annex 96.79 acres off Transco Road. Birmingham, Ala.-based LIV Development planned to

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Rep. McHenry announces Mooresville Fire-Rescue has been awarded $590,000 grant

Posted on September 11, 2023 by Mike Fuhrman

Special to Iredell Free News Congressman Patrick McHenry announced Monday that Mooresville Fire-Rescue has been awarded a $590,000 grant by the U.S. Department of Homeland Security. “Mooresville Fire-Rescue has a tradition

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Mitchell Community College welding students pay tribute to 9/11 (Video)

Posted on September 10, 2023 by Mike Fuhrman

Special to Iredell Free News In remembrance of 9/11, Mitchell Community College’s Welding Technology students created a 350:1 scale model of the Twin Towers. On Monday, September 11, the finished

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Statesville High School alumni helping shape a new generation of Greyhounds

Posted on September 10, 2023 by Mike Fuhrman

BY MIKE FUHRMAN As Statesville High School Principal Chad Parker works to improve the school’s reputation, bolster student outcomes and rebuild community connections, he has a group of powerful allies

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

Posted on September 10, 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: September 1-8

Posted on September 10, 2023 by Mike Fuhrman

FROM STAFF REPORTS The Iredell County Sheriff’s Office reported the following felony arrests: SEPTEMBER 1 ♦ Danielle Nicole Allen, 26, of Hobbs Lane, Mooresville, charged with two counts of trafficking

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Letter to the Editor: City of Statesville should place permanent memorial at Green Street Cemetery

Posted on September 10, 2023 by Mike Fuhrman

To the Editor: On Tuesday, September 12, at 6 p.m. a pseudo town hall meeting is planned at Statesville City Hall. This meeting was requested by community members in Ward

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Birth Announcements: August 22 – September 3

Posted on September 10, 2023 by Mike Fuhrman

Special to Iredell Free News The Birth Place at Iredell Memorial Hospital announced the following births: AUGUST 22 ♦ A boy, Brandon Samir Adams Jr., born to Brandon Adams and

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Viewpoint: I-SS Board members push back against Kubiniec and Kurn

Posted on September 9, 2023 by Mike Fuhrman

BY MIKE FUHRMAN If Iredell-Statesville Schools Board of Education Vice Chairman Mike Kubiniec has any ideas for improving educational outcomes for students, he’s yet to share them with his fellow

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Sarah Brown Jones

Posted on September 9, 2023 by Mike Fuhrman

Sarah Brown Belk Jones, 100, of Mount Ulla, N.C., passed away on Thursday, September 7, 2023, at her home. She was born on July 8, 1923, in Rowan County to

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NCDHHS working to prevent common foodborne illnesses

Posted on September 9, 2023 by Mike Fuhrman

Special to Iredell Free News RALEIGH — As part of National Food Safety Education Month, the N.C. Department of Health and Human Services is raising awareness about common foodborne illnesses

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

Posted on September 9, 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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Girl Scout Troop 13179 embarks on journey in automotive engineering, manufacturing and design (Photo Gallery)

Posted on September 9, 2023 by Mike Fuhrman

BY ERICA CRANE Girl Scout Troop 13179 is on a mission to expand their knowledge in automotive engineering, manufacturing, and design. In a series of educational outings, these young scouts

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Safe Kids Iredell County offering free car seat checks on September 20

Posted on September 9, 2023 by Mike Fuhrman

Special to Iredell Free News Safe Kids Iredell County is participating in Child Passenger Safety Week, which runs from September 17-23. The annual safety week allows parents and caregivers to

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TPD: Suspect who crashed SUV during pursuit faces felony charges

Posted on September 9, 2023 by Mike Fuhrman

FROM STAFF REPORTS A Charlotte man who avoided being apprehended following a pursuit by Troutman police officers was arrested on Friday. The Troutman Police Department announced the arrest of Taylen

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Janie Barnes Seaford Summers

Posted on September 8, 2023 by Mike Fuhrman

Janie Barnes Seaford Summers, 90, passed away on Thursday, September 7, 2023, in Statesville, N.C. She was born on August 30, 1933, in Taylorsville, N.C., to the late Howard and

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Henry Arthur Turner

Posted on September 8, 2023 by Mike Fuhrman

Henry Arthur Turner received his Heavenly Wings in the early morning on September 2, 2023. Henry was born and raised in Statesville, N.C. He was the fifth child of eight

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Phillip Cameron Mathis

Posted on September 8, 2023 by Mike Fuhrman

Phillip Cameron “Buddy” Mathis, 60, of Mooresville, N.C., passed away on Monday, September 4, 2023. Born December 21, 1962, in Hollywood, Fla., Buddy was the youngest child of Elizabeth Jane

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City of Statesville Career Opportunities (September 8)

Posted on September 8, 2023 by Mike Fuhrman

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

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Voter registration deadlines approaching for 2023 municipal elections

Posted on September 8, 2023 by Mike Fuhrman

Special to Iredell Free News RALEIGH — Voter registration deadlines are approaching for eligible individuals who wish to vote on Election Day in October and November municipal elections in North Carolina.

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Local History: Unsolved murder helped spark law enforcement reform in Iredell County

Posted on September 8, 2023 by Mike Fuhrman

  BY SHELLIE TAYLOR They say every cloud has a silver lining. In unsolved murder investigations, it can be difficult to find something positive to take away from months of

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Dr. Kingsley brings holistic approach to newly established Piedmont HealthCare Mooresville Primary Care

Posted on September 8, 2023 by Mike Fuhrman

Special to Iredell Free News Piedmont HealthCare is thrilled to announce that Dr. Emily Kingsley has joined the newly established Mooresville Primary Care office. Kingsley will join Dr. Jennifer Scharbius,

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IFN Game of the Week: North Iredell vs. West Iredell (Photo Gallery)

Posted on September 8, 2023 by Mike Fuhrman

PHOTOS BY NICOLE RHYNE Two of the area’s top high school volleyball teams squared off Thursday evening as North Iredell hosted West Iredell. The Raiders (now 8-1 on the season)

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Statesville police searching for suspect who assaulted man and woman with machete in homeless camp

Posted on September 7, 2023 by Mike Fuhrman

FROM STAFF REPORTS Two schools were placed on lockdown on Thursday as Statesville police officers searched for a man suspected of assaulting two individuals with a machete during an altercation

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Sara Peggs Jeter

Posted on September 7, 2023 by Mike Fuhrman

Sara Peggs Jeter, 56, of Statesville, N.C., passed away peacefully on Tuesday, September 5, 2023, at Gordon Hospice House in Statesville. She was born on July 19, 1967, in Hillsdale,

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Carolyn Weller Hall Dowse

Posted on September 7, 2023 by Mike Fuhrman

Carolyn Weller Hall Dowse, 59, of Mooresville, N.C., passed away on Monday, September 4, 2023. She was born on April 24, 1964, in San Jose, Calif., to Cheryl Allen Weller

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Carl Gene Ceraolo

Posted on September 7, 2023 by Mike Fuhrman

Carl Gene Ceraolo, who was known as “Buddy” to his family, of Mooresville, N.C., and formerly of New York, went to be with the Lord on August 30, 2023. He

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Julia Matilda Powers

Posted on September 7, 2023 by Mike Fuhrman

Mrs. Julia Matilda Jones Powers, 99, was born in Iredell County on November 3, 1923, to the late Luther Eckles and Sarah Holland Jones. She departed this life on Monday,

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Garry Ray Cloer

Posted on September 7, 2023 by Mike Fuhrman

Garry Ray Cloer, 56, of Stony Point, N.C., passed away unexpectedly September 5, 2023. Garry was born April 30, 1967, in Iredell County to the late Robert Lee Cloer and

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Mary Jane Joyner Smith

Posted on September 7, 2023 by Mike Fuhrman

Mary Jane Joyner Smith, 85, passed away on Wednesday, September 6, 2023, in Mocksville, N.C. She was born on May 22, 1938, in Davie County, N.C., to the late Gurney

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