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

Posted on July 16, 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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NCSHP: Statesville man fatally injured in motorcycle crash on Amity Hill Road

Posted on July 16, 2023 by Mike Fuhrman

FROM STAFF REPORTS A Statesville man was fatally injured in a motorcycle crash on Friday afternoon, according to the N.C. State Highway Patrol. Tony Jason Hedrick, 52, died from his

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Contributions to United Way of Iredell County’s community campaign top $800,000, surpassing goal

Posted on July 16, 2023 by Mike Fuhrman

Special to Iredell Free News The United Way of Iredell County announced Saturday that it exceeded its 2022-2023 campaign goal, reaching 104 percent of the goal in the organization’s first

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Birth Announcements: June 27 – July 8

Posted on July 15, 2023 by Mike Fuhrman

Special to Iredell Free News The Birth Place at Iredell Memorial Hospital announced the following births: JUNE 27 ♦ A boy, Lawson Wilson-Brooks Medlin, born to Michael and Alaina Medlin

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

Posted on July 15, 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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Patricia Shumaker Hager

Posted on July 15, 2023 by Mike Fuhrman

Patricia Shumaker Hager, 78, of Mooresville, N.C., passed away on Friday, July 14, 2023. She was born on August 7, 1944, in Mooresville to the late Kermit and Vera Verble

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Troutman Council approves annexation, commercial zoning for 40 acres adjacent to Lowe’s Home Improvement

Posted on July 15, 2023 by Mike Fuhrman

BY DEBBIE PAGE The Troutman Town Council has approved the annexation and highway business zoning for just over 40 acres, located between Lowe’s Home Improvement store and the 18-acre Food

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Sheriff: Kannapolis man faces drug trafficking charges following arrest by ICSO deputy

Posted on July 15, 2023 by Mike Fuhrman

  FROM STAFF REPORTS A Kannapolis man who was wanted on multiple charges faces drug trafficking charges following his arrest in Iredell County. Sheriff Darren Campbell announced the arrest of

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Candidate filing for municipal elections off to a slow start in Iredell County

Posted on July 15, 2023 by Mike Fuhrman

FROM STAFF REPORTS With the deadline for candidate filing for numerous municipal offices throughout Iredell County and three seats on the Mooresville Graded School District Board of Education rapidly approaching,

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Troutman ABC Board reports $3.2 million in annual sales, pays off outstanding debt

Posted on July 14, 2023 by Mike Fuhrman

BY DEBBIE PAGE The Troutman ABC Board reported another record-breaking fourth quarter and fiscal year at its monthly meeting on Wednesday night. With the board’s building loan expiring at the

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Registration under way for SPD Summer Camp

Posted on July 14, 2023 by Mike Fuhrman

Special to Iredell Free News The 2023 SPD Summer Camp hosted by the Statesville Police Department offers an exciting and educational experience for kids! The camp will feature a variety

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Willie Nathan Lawrence

Posted on July 14, 2023 by Mike Fuhrman

Mr. Willie Nathan Lawrence, 58, was born in Iredell County on March 8, 1965, to Melvin Nelson Parks and the late Emma Lucille Lawrence. He departed this life on Wednesday,

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Linda Marie Hill Clark

Posted on July 14, 2023 by Mike Fuhrman

Linda Marie Hill Clark, 68, of Statesville, N.C., departed this world on July 11, 2023. Linda was born on July 29, 1954, in LaPorte, Ind. She was the daughter of

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Jeffrey Scott French

Posted on July 14, 2023 by Mike Fuhrman

Jeffrey Scott French, 60, of Sherrills Ford, N.C., entered the presence of his Lord, Jesus Christ, on July 12, 2023. Jeff was born on February 13, 1963, to James and

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Shell Howard Pittard

Posted on July 14, 2023 by Mike Fuhrman

S. Howard Pittard, 82, of Mooresville, N.C., and formerly of Elizabeth, Pa., passed away on Monday, July 10, 2023, at Novant Health Huntersville Medical Center. A Marine veteran, he retired

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Rita Marie White

Posted on July 14, 2023 by Mike Fuhrman

Rita Marie White passed away on Sunday, July 9, 2023. Rita was born in Guilford County, N.C., on January 4, 1949; her parents were Alfred Alexander and Rita Marie Trojan.

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City of Statesville Career Opportunities (July 14)

Posted on July 14, 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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Mitchell Community College celebrates opening of Maverick Room with special ceremony

Posted on July 14, 2023 by Mike Fuhrman

Special to Iredell Free News Mitchell Community College recently held a special celebration at the Huskins Library on the Statesville Campus for the long-awaited ribbon cutting of the library’s Maverick

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Making Connections: ICSO Teen Academy provides students with behind-the-scenes look at law enforcement

Posted on July 14, 2023 by Mike Fuhrman

BY BRANDY TEMPLETON A record number of teens are participating in the Iredell County Sheriff’s Office Teen Academy this summer During the four-week program, ICSO personnel provide the students with

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Alma Luticha Redmond

Posted on July 13, 2023 by Mike Fuhrman

Ms. Alma Luticha Redmond, 66, was born in Iredell County, N.C., on July 2, 1957, to the late Clay Redmond and Addie Williams Redmond. She departed this life on Monday,

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Mitchell Community College announces Dean’s List for 2023 Spring Semester

Posted on July 13, 2023 by Mike Fuhrman

Special to Iredell Free News Mitchell Community College announced that the following students made the full-time and part-time Dean’s List for the 2023 Spring Semester: Full-Time Students Albany – Sarah

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Superintendent: I-SS officials have removed, relocated more than 250 books from school libraries in response to community complaints

Posted on July 13, 2023 by Mike Fuhrman

FROM STAFF REPORTS Iredell-Statesville Schools officials have pulled more than 250 books from school libraries throughout the district in response to citizen complaints. Superintendent Jeff James told school board members

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Matthew Vance Goodman

Posted on July 13, 2023 by Mike Fuhrman

Matthew Vance Goodman, 27, of Kannapolis, N.C., passed away on Saturday, July 8, 2023. He was born on September 5, 1995, in Iredell County, N.C., to Kathleen Briza Goodman and

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Carolina Caring seeking volunteers to support patients and their families

Posted on July 13, 2023 by Mike Fuhrman

Special to Iredell Free News Carolina Caring is seeking caring, compassionate volunteers to offer loving support to patients and families and will offer free training from 5:30 to 7:30 p.m.

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Health Beat: Managing diabetes in summertime can be challenging

Posted on July 13, 2023 by Mike Fuhrman

Special to Iredell Free News Summertime is fun, but keeping your cool in the hot, humid weather can be more difficult for some than others. Those with diabetes actually feel

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Denise Wojtkowski Podavini

Posted on July 12, 2023 by Mike Fuhrman

Denise Wojtkowski Podavini, 58, of Sherrills Ford, N.C., passed away on Monday, July 10, 2023. She was born on July 22, 1964, in Pittsfield, Mass., to the late John Michael

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Ruth Waugh

Posted on July 12, 2023 by Mike Fuhrman

Ruth Waugh, 81, of Statesville, N.C., died Tuesday, July 11, 2023, at her residence. She was a native of Iredell County and was born on May 30, 1942, a daughter

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Troutman Council urges community involvement to organize future festival, fireworks show

Posted on July 12, 2023 by Mike Fuhrman

BY DEBBIE PAGE The Troutman Town Council praised the town’s administrative staff, police and firefighters as well as volunteers, parade participants, and supportive community members for the successful Independence Day

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Kurfees appointed chief of Statesville Fire Department

Posted on July 12, 2023 by Mike Fuhrman

Special to Iredell Free News The City of Statesville on Wednesday announced the appointment of Glenn Kurfees as the fire chief of the Statesville Fire Department, effective immediately. City Manager

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Sheriff: Stony Point man faces drug charges following ICSO investigation

Posted on July 12, 2023 by Mike Fuhrman

FROM STAFF REPORTS A Stony Point man faces felony drug charges as the result of an investigation by the Iredell County Sheriff’s Office Narcotics Unit. Sheriff Darren Campbell announced the

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Developers break ground on North Fork Business Park in Troutman

Posted on July 12, 2023 by Mike Fuhrman

BY DEBBIE PAGE Iredell County, town and business officials, along with Empire Building Group partners, participated in a groundbreaking ceremony on the 45-acre North Fork Business Park off Murdock Road

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Tickets now available for Rescue Ranch’s annual Boots, Buckles & Bourbon dinner

Posted on July 12, 2023 by Mike Fuhrman

Special to Iredell Free News Tickets are now available for Rescue Ranch’s Boots, Buckles & Bourbon presented by Outback Steakhouse dinner. The event is scheduled for Saturday, August 26, from

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Registration deadline approaching for 2023 Abby Winthrop SMART Girls Leadership Camp

Posted on July 12, 2023 by Mike Fuhrman

Special to Iredell Free News The Second Annual Abby Winthrop SMART Girls Leadership Camp will be held on July 17-21 on the Statesville campus of Mitchell Community College. The camp

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SPD Violent Crimes Unit seeks public’s assistance in shooting investigation

Posted on July 12, 2023 by Mike Fuhrman

FROM STAFF REPORTS The Statesville Police Department is continuing to investigate a shooting at the Nimbus 9 Lounge that occurred last month. SPD officers responded to the establishment, which is

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Iredell Health System recognized as one of the healthiest employers in Greater Charlotte Region

Posted on July 11, 2023 by Mike Fuhrman

Special to Iredell Free News Iredell Health System was recently recognized as a recipient of the Charlotte Business Journal’s Healthiest Employers of Greater Charlotte Awards. This award highlights the health

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Shirley Ann Payton VanDyke

Posted on July 11, 2023 by Mike Fuhrman

Shirley Ann Payton VanDyke died peacefully, surrounded by her loved ones, sharing memories, on July 9, 2023, at the age of 79. She was born in Little Rock, Ark., on

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