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City of Statesville announces holiday schedule for Independence Day

Posted on June 29, 2025 by Mike Fuhrman

Special to IFN In observance of Independence Day, all City of Statesville offices will be closed on Friday, July 4. Below is important information regarding city service adjustments and facility

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Photo Gallery: Fort Dobbs State Historic Site presents Trades Day

Posted on June 29, 2025 by Mike Fuhrman

BY BRANDY TEMPLETON Fort Dobbs State Historic Site showcased local trades from 1756 on Saturday. Visitors had a chance to step back in time and get a glimpse of how

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N.C. insurance commissioner shares water safety tips ahead of July 4th holiday

Posted on June 29, 2025 by Mike Fuhrman

Special to IFN RALEIGH — N.C. Insurance Commissioner Mike Causey is encouraging parents and caregivers to think about the importance of water safety to protect their children as the Fourth

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

Posted on June 28, 2025 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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Local churches working to forge bond with SPD

Posted on June 28, 2025 by Mike Fuhrman

BY DONNA SWICEGOOD The tacos were the big draw at the Statesville Depot on Thursday, but providing lunch for Statesville Police Department employees wasn’t the only thing that motivated the

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Beatrice Dennice Haley

Posted on June 28, 2025 by Mike Fuhrman

Beatrice Dennice Haley, 87, passed away peacefully on Tuesday, June 24, 2025, at Iredell Memorial Hospital. Beatrice was born on May 13, 1938, in Manhattan, N.Y., to the late Arthur

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Photo Gallery: Troutman Independence Parade draws large crowd

Posted on June 28, 2025 by Mike Fuhrman

BY DEBBIE PAGE A large crowd turned out for the 20th Annual Independence Day Parade in Troutman on Saturday morning, and they weren’t disappointed as a three-plane flyover kicked off

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Troutman Planning and Zoning Board recommends changes to Unified Development Ordinance

Posted on June 28, 2025 by Mike Fuhrman

BY DEBBIE PAGE During the Troutman Planning and Zoning Board’s June meeting, Town Planner Andrew Ventresca asked board members to consider proposed changes to the temporary uses section of the

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MGSD Board passes budget amendments, approves interim 2025-2026 budget

Posted on June 28, 2025 by Mike Fuhrman

BY DEBBIE PAGE During its final meeting of the fiscal year on Thursday morning, the Mooresville Graded School District Board of Education tied up some budget details and passed an

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City of Statesville Career Opportunities (June 27)

Posted on June 27, 2025 by Mike Fuhrman

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

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MPD Felony Arrests: June 1-15

Posted on June 27, 2025 by Mike Fuhrman

IFN Staff The Mooresville Police Department reported the following felony arrests: JUNE 2 ♦ Joey Eugene Richards, 44, of 5th Street, Statesville, charged with two counts of larceny and three

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Roy Duane Disher

Posted on June 27, 2025 by Mike Fuhrman

Roy Duane Disher, 71, of Mooresville, N.C., passed away on June 22, 2025. Born in Fort Meade, Md., on February 22, 1954, Roy spent his early years in Connecticut before

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Forest Loyd “Mitch” Mitchell

Posted on June 27, 2025 by Mike Fuhrman

Forest Loyd “Mitch” Mitchell, 90, of Statesville, N.C., passed away peacefully on Thursday, June 26, 2025, at the Gordon Hospice House. Mitch was born January 16, 1935, in Iredell County

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Ta’Mar Chanel Dixon

Posted on June 27, 2025 by Mike Fuhrman

Ta’Mar Chanel Dixon was born on January 15, 1997, in Statesville, N.C., to LaShonda Smith and the late Brett Lamar Dixon Sr. She departed this life on June 20, 2025,

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Carl Roberts

Posted on June 27, 2025 by Mike Fuhrman

Carl Roberts, of Harmony, N.C., born on February 2, 1946, in Williamsburg County, S.C., passed away peacefully at his residence on June 26, 2025, following a brief illness. He was

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Dorothy Elder Gatton

Posted on June 27, 2025 by Mike Fuhrman

Dorothy Elder Gatton, 90, of Olin, N.C., passed away peacefully at her home on Tuesday, June 24, 2025, following a lengthy illness. She was surrounded and comforted by her family

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Louise Thompson Martin

Posted on June 27, 2025 by Mike Fuhrman

Louise Thompson Martin February 20, 1942 – June 25, 2025 In the twinkle of the eye, Mrs. Weezer left a life of struggle for restored health, mind and body met

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Health Beat: Taking action early can make a difference for Alzheimer’s patients and caregivers

Posted on June 27, 2025 by Mike Fuhrman

Special to IFN More than 55 million people worldwide are living with some form of dementia. Being a caregiver for someone with this disease can feel like uncharted territory. Ben

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State fire marshal urges North Carolinians to exercise caution with fireworks

Posted on June 27, 2025 by Mike Fuhrman

Special to IFN RALEIGH As North Carolinians prepare to celebrate Independence Day, the N.C. Office of State Fire Marshal (OSFM) is reminding residents to prioritize safety when using fireworks —

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North Carolina’s unemployment rate held at 3.7 percent in May

Posted on June 27, 2025 by Mike Fuhrman

Special to IFN RALEIGH — North Carolina’s seasonally adjusted unemployment rate remained at 3.7 percent in May, unchanged from April’s revised rate. The national rate remained at 4.2 percent. The

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Horizon Church in Statesville hosts local author

Posted on June 27, 2025 by Mike Fuhrman

Special to IFN Horizon Church in Statesville hosted area pastor and author Michael Maffucci to speak about his recent book, “Submission and Authority: God’s Design for Order,” on June 22

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Carolyn Elaine Gray

Posted on June 26, 2025 by Mike Fuhrman

A Letter from Ms. Carolyn Elaine Gray Family, friends, colleagues: The gospel according to Matthew 11:28 says: “Come unto me, all ye that labor and are heavy laden, and I

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Doris Ann Bennett

Posted on June 26, 2025 by Mike Fuhrman

Doris Ann Bennett, 89, of Statesville, N.C., passed away on Wednesday, June 25, 2025, at Iredell Memorial Hospital. She was born March 6, 1936, in Fayette County, W.Va., the daughter

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Sandra Robertson Smith

Posted on June 26, 2025 by Mike Fuhrman

On Tuesday, June 24, 2025, Sandra Robertson Smith, a beloved wife, mother, grandmother, sister, and friend, peacefully passed away at the age of 77. Born in Statesville, N.C., on March

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Peggy Colleen Transou Huffstickler

Posted on June 26, 2025 by Mike Fuhrman

Peggy Colleen Transou Huffstickler, 91, of Statesville, N.C., passed away Tuesday, June 24, 2025, at Iredell Memorial Hospital. She was born January 22, 1934, in Danville, Va., to the late

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Dennis Arnold Dishmond

Posted on June 26, 2025 by Mike Fuhrman

It is with heavy hearts and deep respect that we announce the passing of Dennis Arnold Dishmond, who left this world at the age of 70 on June 23, 2025,

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Brenda Sinclair Westmoreland

Posted on June 26, 2025 by Mike Fuhrman

Brenda Ann Sinclair Westmoreland, 77, of Mooresville, N.C., passed away on Wednesday, June 24, 2025, at the Gordon Hospice House in Statesville. She was born June 10, 1948, in Iredell

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Patricia “Patt” Louise Seyller

Posted on June 26, 2025 by Mike Fuhrman

Patricia “Patt” Louise Seyller, 64, of Mooresville, N.C., went to be with her Lord and Savior Jesus Christ on June 24, 2025, following complications from a chronic illness. Patt was

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Alexander John Baker

Posted on June 26, 2025 by Mike Fuhrman

It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of our beloved Alex Baker, who left this world far too soon on June 17, 2025, at age 21. Born

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Trinity firefighters limit damage after rapid response to garage fire off Weston Road (Photos)

Posted on June 26, 2025 by Mike Fuhrman

BY KEVIN IMM Trinity Fire Department personnel were alerted for a structure fire on Weston Road about 1:43 p.m. on Thursday. Firefighters from Monticello, Central, Stony Point fire departments, along

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Troutman firefighters, police officers rescue motorist from overturned vehicle

Posted on June 26, 2025 by Mike Fuhrman

BY KEVIN IMM Troutman Fire & Rescue, Troutman Police Department and Iredell County EMS personnel were dispatched to an overturned vehicle with entrapment on Perry Road about 10:55 a.m. Thursday.

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‘Pure Joy!’ Statesville man receives gift of sound

Posted on June 26, 2025 by Mike Fuhrman

Special to IFN Thanks to the Miracle-Ear Foundation, Statesville resident Najee Glover is looking forward to continuing to learn to play the guitar and being able to hear his girlfriend’s

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State elections board appoints four members to Iredell County Board of Elections

Posted on June 26, 2025 by Mike Fuhrman

Special to IFN RALEIGH — The State Board of Elections made appointments to the 100 county boards of elections in North Carolina during its meeting Tuesday. Appointed to the Iredell County

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Driving Systemic Change: FOODiversity to share insights at national conference

Posted on June 26, 2025 by Mike Fuhrman

Special to IFN FOODiversity staff members will report the impacts of the Mooresville-based nonprofit’s Food Delivery Program, Early Introduction Parent Program, and disaster relief efforts during this weekend’s Center for

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Gov. Stein inducts nine North Carolinians into Order of the Long Leaf Pine

Posted on June 26, 2025 by Mike Fuhrman

Special to IFN Gov. Josh Stein on Wednesday inducted nine North Carolinians into the Order of the Long Leaf Pine for their contributions to our state. “I am proud to

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Common Mistakes New English Learners Often Make

Posted on June 26, 2025 by Mike Fuhrman

I. Common English Learning Errors Introduction Learning English can be a wonderful but frustrating process for the majority of new students. As with any process of learning a language, mistakes

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