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

Posted on March 19, 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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I-SS Board recognizes students for achievements in district, regional competitions (Photos)

Posted on March 19, 2023 by Mike Fuhrman

BY KARISSA MILLER The Iredell-Statesville Schools Board of Education recognized numerous students for their achievements during the board’s meeting on March 13. Spelling Bee This year’s I-SS District Spelling Bee

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SPD: Second suspect in Goldsboro Avenue shooting apprehended in West Virginia

Posted on March 18, 2023March 18, 2023 by Mike Fuhrman

FROM STAFF REPORTS A second suspect in the Goldsboro Avenue shooting that claimed the life of one man and critically injured a 15-year-old was taken into custody on Saturday. U.S.

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Pamela Munday Cabe

Posted on March 18, 2023 by Mike Fuhrman

Pamela Munday Cabe, 74, of Mooresville, N.C., passed away on March 16, 2023. She was born on September 9, 1948, in Iredell County, N.C., to the late Richard and Dorothy

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Jacob Hanson

Posted on March 18, 2023 by Mike Fuhrman

Jacob “Jay” Rence Hanson, 86, of Troutman, N.C., passed away on March 17, 2023, with his wife by his side. Jay was born on August 26, 1936, in Greensburg, Pa.

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Bill “Billy” Sisk

Posted on March 18, 2023 by Mike Fuhrman

Bill “Billy” Sisk, 80, of Statesville, N.C., passed away on Thursday, March 16, 2023. He was the husband of Dian Sisk and the son of the late William Preston and

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N.C. Main Street Conference pumps $1 million into local economy

Posted on March 18, 2023 by Mike Fuhrman

BY MIKE FUHRMAN It’s difficult to gauge the total economic impact of the recently completed 2023 N.C. Main Street Conference, which brought 750 professionals to Downtown Statesville this week. But

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

Posted on March 18, 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

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Iredell County Health Department reports two more deaths attributed to COVID-19

Posted on March 18, 2023 by Mike Fuhrman

FROM STAFF REPORTS The Iredell County Health Department has reported two more deaths attributed to COVID-19. Local health officials do not release personal information about COVID-19 patients, including those who

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North Carolina awarded $500,000 grant to help low-income households access high-speed internet

Posted on March 18, 2023 by Mike Fuhrman

Special to Iredell Free News RALEIGH — The State of North Carolina will get $500,000 to help more low-income households afford monthly high-speed internet service. The Federal Communications Commission has

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Fitness for Life: Lake Norman Elementary PE teachers stress importance of staying active

Posted on March 18, 2023 by Mike Fuhrman

BY KARISSA MILLER Getting kids to adopt fitness as part of their life is Lake Norman Elementary Physical Education teacher Beth Kersten’s goal. “We teach students the important of moving.

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Suspect charged with murder, attempted murder in connection with Goldsboro Avenue shooting; SPD searching for two additional suspects

Posted on March 17, 2023March 17, 2023 by Mike Fuhrman

FROM STAFF REPORTS A suspect in a shooting that claimed the life of a Statesville man and critically injured a 15-year-old earlier this week was jailed without bond following his

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City of Statesville Career Opportunities (March 17)

Posted on March 17, 2023March 16, 2023 by Mike Fuhrman

Apply for all positions HERE.    Featured Job POLICE OFFICER RECRUIT (FULL-TIME) Statesville Police Department Hourly Rate: $19.39 (Annual Salary: $40,331.20)* Application Deadline/Closing Date: May 19, 2023, at 5 p.m. Description:

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MPD Felony Arrests: February 15-28

Posted on March 17, 2023March 16, 2023 by Mike Fuhrman

FROM STAFF REPORTS The Mooresville Police Department reported the following felony arrests: FEBRUARY 15 ♦ Zachary Dominic LaForce, 26, of Smyrna Lane, Mooresville, charged with maintaining a dwelling or vehicle

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Learning from an Expert: Harmony Elementary students researching biogas turn to Duke professor for help

Posted on March 17, 2023March 16, 2023 by Mike Fuhrman

BY BRANDY TEMPLETON Harmony Elementary School’s Robotics Team was excited to speak to a Duke University professor on Wednesday. Eight fourth- and fifth-graders, along with the STEM and Agriculture teacher

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A Light that Keeps Shining: Susie Wiberg inspires friends while battling cancer (Photos)

Posted on March 17, 2023March 17, 2023 by Mike Fuhrman

Special to Iredell Free News Inspirational. Amazing. Loving. A light that keeps on shining. Those words filled the air as friends and classmates gathered to support Susie Wiberg as her

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Africa Nicole Williams

Posted on March 16, 2023 by Mike Fuhrman

Ms. Africa Nicole Williams, 51, was born in Catawba County on September 7, 1971, to Cecil Maurice Williams and Alice White McKnight. She departed this life on March 9, 2023.

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NCDHHS launches new QuitlineNC services to help North Carolinians stop tobacco use, vaping

Posted on March 16, 2023 by Mike Fuhrman

Special to Iredell Free News RALEIGH — The N.C. Department of Health and Human Services has launched an improved QuitlineNC, offering more services and ways for tobacco users to successfully quit

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Rosemary Gallagher Hyman

Posted on March 16, 2023 by Mike Fuhrman

It is with deep sorrow and much love that we mourn the passing of Rosemary Gallagher Hyman of Mooresville, N.C., on Tuesday, March 14, at the age of 71. Rosemary

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James Robert Kozoman Jr.

Posted on March 16, 2023 by Mike Fuhrman

It is with great sadness that we announce the passing of James Robert “Bert” Kozoman Jr. on March 10, 2023. He was 27 years old. He was preceded in death

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Lorraine Mary Walsh

Posted on March 16, 2023 by Mike Fuhrman

Lorraine Mary Walsh of Scott Township, Pa., passed away peacefully on Sunday, March 12, 2023, at her daughter’s home in Mooresville, N.C. Lorraine was born on October 27, 1948, to

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Superintendent: Northview Academy, Statesville High students to receive remote instruction on Friday due to security concerns

Posted on March 16, 2023 by Mike Fuhrman

FROM STAFF REPORTS Iredell-Statesville Schools Superintendent Jeff James announced Thursday afternoon that the campuses at Statesville High School and Northview Academy would be closed to students on Friday. Due to

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SPD releases name of man killed in shooting; 15-year-old remains in critical condition

Posted on March 16, 2023 by Mike Fuhrman

FROM STAFF REPORTS The Statesville Police Department has released the name of a young man who died late Wednesday night after being shot inside a home on Goldsboro Avenue. Zion

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Tomlin honored as 2022 Main Street Champion Award recipient

Posted on March 16, 2023 by Mike Fuhrman

Special to Iredell Free News Marin Tomlin, the former executive director of the Downtown Statesville Development Corporation, was presented with the 2022 Main Street Champion Award on Thursday.  She was

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Cladie Naomi Pennell

Posted on March 16, 2023 by Mike Fuhrman

Heaven welcomed a very special lady, Cladie Naomi Pennell, 97, on Sunday, March 12, 2023, due to complications from COVID-19. Born in Wilkes County on January 27, 1926, she was

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Harry Lee Howell

Posted on March 16, 2023 by Mike Fuhrman

Harry Lee Howell, 77, of Harmony, N.C., passed away on Tuesday, March 14, 2023, at Wake Forest Baptist Regional Medical Center surrounded by his loving family. Mr. Howell was born

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I-SS board approves preliminary budget that includes $56 million in local funding for fiscal year 2023-2024

Posted on March 16, 2023 by Mike Fuhrman

BY KARISSA MILLER The Iredell-Statesville Schools Board of Education voted Monday night to approve a preliminary budget that includes $56 million in local funding for the 2023-2024 fiscal year. I-SS

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Northview Academy closed after student was shot and killed Wednesday night

Posted on March 16, 2023March 16, 2023 by Mike Fuhrman

FROM STAFF REPORTS Northview Academy will not open Thursday following the fatal shooting of a student Wednesday night, Iredell-Statesville Schools Superintendent Jeff James said. The superintendent said he was not

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Center Stage Alliance production of ‘The Sound of Music’ features veteran L.A. actor, talented locals

Posted on March 16, 2023March 16, 2023 by Mike Fuhrman

BY MIKE FUHRMAN The upcoming Center Stage Alliance production of “The Sound Music” is sure to entertain long-time fans of the Rodgers and Hammerstein classic as well as infrequent theatre-goers

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George Thomas Adams Jr.

Posted on March 15, 2023March 16, 2023 by Mike Fuhrman

Mr. George Thomas Adams Jr., 61, of Mooresville, N.C., went home to be with The Lord on Monday, March 13, 2023, at his residence following a brief illness. George was

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Judy Marie Collins-Stanley

Posted on March 15, 2023 by Mike Fuhrman

Judy Marie Collins-Stanley went to be with our Lord and Savior on Sunday, March 12, 2023. She was preceded in death by her parents, Everette Lee Collins and Dorothy Price

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I-SS superintendent transfers five employees to new roles

Posted on March 15, 2023March 17, 2023 by Mike Fuhrman

Special to Iredell Free News The Iredell-Statesville Schools Board of Education approved the administrative transfers of two principals and three district administrators during Monday’s board meeting. Jill Parker has been

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Michael Federal to perform at Music Speaks event on March 23

Posted on March 15, 2023March 15, 2023 by Mike Fuhrman

Special to Iredell Free News Children’s Hope Alliance and Heartstrings Therapeutic Music & Art Program, in conjunction with Iredell Arts Council, announce that singer and songwriter Michael Federal will perform

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Gov. Cooper releases proposed budget for FY 2023-2025, calls for ‘once-in-a-generation’ investments

Posted on March 15, 2023 by Mike Fuhrman

Special to Iredell Free News RALEIGH — Gov. Roy Cooper on Wednesday released his recommended budget for FY 2023-2025, “First in Opportunity.” The plan put forth by the governor builds on

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Iredell County Tax Collector’s Office working to collect about $6 million in delinquent property taxes

Posted on March 15, 2023March 15, 2023 by Mike Fuhrman

FROM STAFF REPORTS The Iredell County Tax Collector’s Office is working to collect about $6 million in unpaid taxes for fiscal year 2022-2023. Collections totaled $240,125,163 through February 28. The

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City of Statesville: Advertisement for Bids

Posted on March 14, 2023 by Mike Fuhrman

City of Statesville ADVERTISEMENT FOR BIDS RFP: Tennis Courts Synthetic Resurfacing Pursuant to N.C.G.S. 143-131 and city policy, sealed bid proposals endorsed “Tennis Courts Synthetic Resurfacing” will be received by

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