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Sheriff: Statesville woman faces felony drug charges after traffic stop

Posted on September 22, 2023 by Mike Fuhrman

FROM STAFF REPORTS A Statesville woman faces felony drug charges after being stopped for a traffic violation by an Iredell County Sheriff’s Office deputy. Sheriff Darren Campbell announced the arrest

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Downtown Mooresville Commission honors owner of Southern Notions for going ‘above and beyond’

Posted on September 21, 2023 by Mike Fuhrman

Special to Iredell Free News The Mooresville Downtown Commission (MDC) has presented Southern Notions business owner and MDC Board Member Stephanie Hathaway with the Russ Crimi Above and Beyond Award.

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Salina Lynn Moose

Posted on September 21, 2023 by Mike Fuhrman

Salina Lynn Moose, 59, of Nags Head, N.C., courageously battled Ovarian Cancer before she passed away on September 19, 2023, at home. She was born on March 11, 1964, in Statesville,

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Clifton Barry Murdock

Posted on September 21, 2023 by Mike Fuhrman

Mr. Clifton Barry Murdock was born in Iredell County on September 25, 1958. He was the son of the late Ferg Monroe Murdock and Mary Peet Murdock Lazenby. He departed

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The Longest Table organizers gearing up to celebrate Mooresville community and ‘One Good Thing’

Posted on September 21, 2023 by Mike Fuhrman

Special to Iredell Free News The Longest Table is being set in Mooresville to celebrate community and One Good Thing! This community-building event will welcome over 1,000 community members to

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NCDHHS launches Inclusion Works to help people with disabilities gain competitive integrated employment

Posted on September 21, 2023 by Mike Fuhrman

Special to Iredell Free News RALEIGH — The N.C. Department of Health and Human Services is launching the Inclusion Works initiative to promote competitive integrated employment for people with intellectual

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I-SS Virtual Academy provides alternative to traditional schools for students with range of abilities, needs

Posted on September 21, 2023 by Mike Fuhrman

BY KARISSA MILLER Iredell-Statesville Schools’ Virtual Academy provides an alternative to the traditional school setting for a growing number of students. “I’ve been working with the virtual programs for eight

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Mooresville commissioners approve rezoning of Blume Road property, clearing the way for high-density housing development

Posted on September 20, 2023 by Mike Fuhrman

FROM STAFF REPORTS More than two dozen residents gave up part of their Monday evening to express their opposition to the Town of Mooresville Planning Department’s request that the town

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Margo Diana Barry

Posted on September 20, 2023 by Mike Fuhrman

Margo Diana Barry, 72, of Statesville, N.C., passed away on Monday, September 18, 2023. Margo was born in Alexandria, Va. Fond memories and expressions of sympathy may be shared at

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Bonnie Koch Depew

Posted on September 20, 2023 by Mike Fuhrman

Bonnie Koch Depew, 77, of Statesville, N.C., died Monday, September 18, 2023, at Iredell Memorial Hospital. She was born in Erie County, N.Y., on December 17, 1945, to the late

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Lucille Johnson Williams

Posted on September 20, 2023 by Mike Fuhrman

Lucille Johnson Williams, 96, of Statesville, N.C., passed away on September 17, 2023, at her home in Jurney’s of Statesville Assisted Living. Lucille was born on July 14, 1927, in

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Jasper Damien Damask

Posted on September 20, 2023 by Mike Fuhrman

Jasper Damien Damask, 20, of Mooresville, N.C., passed away on Monday, September 18, 2023. He was born on March 28, 2003, in Mecklenburg County, N.C., to Thomas and Janeen Cranford

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Donald Allan Karbowski

Posted on September 20, 2023 by Mike Fuhrman

Donald Allan Karbowski, also known as “Karbo” and “Donnie,” a resident of Mooresville, N.C., passed away peacefully on Thursday, September 14, 2023, after a long, credulous battle with Covid-19 and

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Gov. Cooper announces establishment of N.C. Climate Action Corps

Posted on September 20, 2023 by Mike Fuhrman

Special to Iredell Free News RALEIGH — Gov. Roy Cooper on Wednesday announced that the NC Commission on Volunteerism and Community Service, a division of the Governor’s office, has secured

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Birth Announcements: September 5-9

Posted on September 20, 2023 by Mike Fuhrman

Special to Iredell Free News The Birth Place at Iredell Memorial Hospital announced the following births: SEPTEMBER 5 ♦ A girl, Chloe Sven Miethe, born to Addison and Noah Miethe

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Statesville Community Appearance Commission honors recipients of Community Appearance Award

Posted on September 20, 2023 by Mike Fuhrman

Special to Iredell Free News The City of Statesville Community Appearance Commission recently announced the recipients of the prestigious Community Appearance Award. This semi-annual recognition is bestowed upon individuals and

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Statesville Woman’s Club making preparations for Taste of Iredell

Posted on September 20, 2023 by Mike Fuhrman

Special to Iredell Free News The Statesville Woman’s Club recently held its September meeting at Forest Park Presbyterian Church. Club Historian and Past President Linda Lavinder was the guest speaker

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New Scotts Elementary principal focuses on academic rigor, building relationships

Posted on September 19, 2023 by Mike Fuhrman

BY KARISSA MILLER When Principal Misty Basham first drove out to the Scotts Elementary School community, it brought back strong, personal memories from her own childhood. “Just seeing this community,

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Gregory Lemont Wilson

Posted on September 19, 2023 by Mike Fuhrman

It is with the deepest sorrow that we announce the passing of Mr. Gregory Lemont Wilson, better known as “Flip.” Greg, 55, who was from Mooresville, N.C., passed away on

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Viewpoint: Book bans can be detrimental to teens who have endured trauma

Posted on September 19, 2023 by Mike Fuhrman

Editor’s Note: This viewpoint was presented during a recent Iredell-Statesville Schools Board of Education meeting. BY ARYA MEHTA I want all of you, real quick, to think of yourself when

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New report on N.C. pandemic response shows investment in early learning pays dividends

Posted on September 19, 2023 by Mike Fuhrman

Special to Iredell Free News RALEIGH — A new report showcases how North Carolina supported and invested in its child care programs so they could remain open during the COVID-19

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SPVFD to hold 16th Annual Cruise-In on October 14

Posted on September 19, 2023 by Mike Fuhrman

Special to Iredell Free News The Stony Point Volunteer Fire Department will hold its 16th Annual Cruise-In on Saturday, October 14. The event, which runs from 3 to 6 p.m.,

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Health Beat: Early detection and treatment can slow progression of Alzheimer’s disease

Posted on September 19, 2023 by Mike Fuhrman

Special to Iredell Free News Forgetfulness can be a normal part of aging. We all have forgotten where we parked the car, or have occasionally missed a doctor’s appointment. However,

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Mooresville police identify juveniles who threatened to blow up two MGSD schools

Posted on September 18, 2023 by Mike Fuhrman

Special to Iredell Free News The Mooresville Police Department has identified two juveniles who made bomb threats on multiple occasions this month, disrupting classes at two Mooresville Graded School District

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Real Dominique Pelchat

Posted on September 18, 2023 by Mike Fuhrman

Real Dominique Pelchat, 93, of Mooresville, N.C., passed away on Sunday, September 17, 2023, at his home. He was born December 1, 1929, in Lewiston, Maine, to the late Joseph A.

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Clyde Henry Severance

Posted on September 18, 2023 by Mike Fuhrman

Clyde Henry Severance, 91, of Mooresville, N.C., passed away on Friday, September 15, 2023, at the S. Mitchell Mack Hospice House in Mooresville. Born January 19, 1932, in Concord, N.H.,

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John David Wilson Jr.

Posted on September 18, 2023 by Mike Fuhrman

John David Wilson Jr., 46, of Mooresville, N.C., passed away on Friday, September 15, 2023, at his home. He was born March 11, 1977, in Albany, Ga., to John David

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Hugh “Speed” Howard Nicholson

Posted on September 18, 2023 by Mike Fuhrman

Hugh “Speed” Howard Nicholson, 92, of Statesville, N.C., passed away on Monday, September 18, 2023, at Autumn Care of Statesville. Born on April 28, 1931, in Yadkin County, N.C., he

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Harold Lloyd Brown

Posted on September 18, 2023 by Mike Fuhrman

Harold Lloyd Brown, 82, of Harmony, N.C., passed away September 16, 2023, at the Gordon Hospice House in Statesville, N.C. Harold was born November 5, 1940, in Warrenton, N.C., and

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Five ways to be #VoteReady in North Carolina

Posted on September 18, 2023 by Mike Fuhrman

Special to Iredell Free News RALEIGH — National Voter Registration Day – when election officials across the United States remind eligible individuals of the importance of registering to vote and voting

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Skyview Lake Water Ski Club in Harmony to host the 2023 IWWF Pan American Senior Waterski Championships

Posted on September 18, 2023 by Mike Fuhrman

Special to Iredell Free News Skyview Lake Water Ski Club will be the host venue for the 2023 IWWF Pan American Senior Water Ski Championships on September 20-24. The event

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Rescue Ranch to host Dogtoberfest on October 14

Posted on September 18, 2023 by Mike Fuhrman

Special to Iredell Free News Rescue Ranch will host Dogtoberfest on Saturday, October 14, from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. Throughout the day, families and their leashed dogs can enjoy

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Northview Church of Christ to host Special Needs Carnival on September 30

Posted on September 18, 2023 by Mike Fuhrman

Special to Iredell Free News The Northview Church of Christ will host a Special Needs Carnival through the church’s STAR’s Ministry on Saturday, September 30. The event will take place

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Iredell County Sheriff’s Office welcomes four newest deputies

Posted on September 18, 2023 by Mike Fuhrman

Special to Iredell Free News Iredell County Sheriff Darren Campbell recently announced the hiring of four new deputies. Deputies Lail, Greene and Sharpe applied and were selected for the ICSO

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Edward Kiltz McElwain Sr.

Posted on September 17, 2023 by Mike Fuhrman

Edward Kiltz McElwain Sr., 81, of Mooresville, N.C., passed away on Friday, September 15, 2023, at his home. He was born November 14, 1941, in Kane, Pa., to the late Wilbert

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Kathy Elaine Lippard Tevepaugh

Posted on September 17, 2023 by Mike Fuhrman

Kathy Elaine Lippard Tevepaugh, 62, of Statesville, N.C., passed away on Friday, September 15, 2023, at Iredell Memorial Hospital. Born on July 29, 1961, in Iredell County, she was the

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