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There’s a certain kind of platform that doesn’t announce itself loudly — it just keeps showing up in conversations. Matchtruly is that kind of platform. Mention it in the right
Special to IFN The Statesville Pride Alliance is excited to introduce its Board of Directors for 2026 to the community. The new board is ready for a great year full
Special to IFN One of Downtown Statesville’s most anticipated events, the Wine Walk, returns Saturday, April 25, from 3 to 7 p.m. Participants explore the heart of the city while
Special to IFN The South Iredell High Marine Corps Junior Reserve Officers Training Corps (JROTC) Drill Team is gearing up for an extraordinary showcase of precision and discipline as they
Kirkya has become a notable platform for online casino and sports betting, particularly for players in Bangladesh. With the increasing popularity of online gambling in the region, Kirkya caters to
The digital landscape moves fast, but securing your personal information doesn’t require a computer science degree. For the 36,000 seniors living in Iredell County, staying safe online is about closing
Electronic signatures became a standard part of document workflows because they fix one of the most common business problems. Signing used to slow everything down. A contract could be ready,
Poland has established itself as a reliable hub for React development, combining strong engineering talent with consistent delivery standards across SaaS, fintech, and enterprise platforms. Teams here focus on architecture,
In the modern digital world, secure online communication is of critical importance. Communication and dating services attract millions of users every day. This is a Juliettdate review that evaluates the
The stability of modern businesses is increasingly tied to the strength and security of their digital operations. As organisations across sectors rely more heavily on interconnected systems, cloud platforms and
April is arguably one of the most important months for horse racing. Since it falls somewhere in between when all the winter meets are closed and when the three major
Recent data shows that iGaming GGR is substantially higher than Gross Gaming Revenue generated from Sportsbooks across all five jurisdictions. As such, when considering which market vertical(s) an operator should
By Dr. Luna White, M.S. Sports Physiology Athletes constantly search for faster recovery and better performance. Peptides have emerged as next-generation performance enhancers, gaining popularity in bodybuilding, endurance sports, and
Karen Lee Nates Kieffer, 74, of Statesville, N.C., passed away on Sunday, April 19, 2026, at Gordon Hospice House in Statesville. She was born on July 6, 1951, in Massachusetts,
David Allen Miller, 74, of Cleveland, N.C., passed away unexpectedly on Sunday, April 19, 2026, at his home. He was born on December 22, 1951 in Iredell County, N.C., to
Special to IFN Piedmont HealthCare employees recently raised nearly $3,000 for Yokefellow Ministries through a bowling fundraiser that brought together teams from across the organization. In addition to the monetary
Special to IFN RALEIGH — The N.C. Department of Health and Human Services is raising awareness of Legionnaires’ disease as cases have increased statewide and globally in recent years. North Carolina
Prediction markets have spent years as an esoteric instrument used most often by economists, political scientists, and a small contingent of sophisticated traders who knew you could read contract prices
Online gaming in the U.S. is no longer an underground or off-shore niche market but has grown into a multi-billion dollar mainstream, regulated and licensed industry with growth potential yet
BY KARISSA MILLER At Cool Spring Elementary, the universe isn’t just something you learn about, it’s also something you create. For student Isaiah Lail, art is a fun place where
Special to IFN The Hugh Hall and Samuel Hall Foundation has announced the four recipients of the 2026 Samuel Hall 47 Years a Slave Scholarship, awarded to students who demonstrate
BY KEVIN IMM Shepherds Fire Department and Mooresville Fire-Rescue personnel, along with N.C. Forestry Service crews, were dispatched for a grass/woods fire on Mt. Ulla Highway about 4:09 p.m. on
Most people think reading comes first. They are wrong. A growing body of research shows that early math skills actually predict later academic success more strongly than early literacy does.
A pull-up bar is one of the most compact and cost-effective pieces of equipment you can add to a home gym. It trains the back, arms, shoulders, and core using
BY KEVIN IMM Iredell County Rescue Squad Assistant Chief Tim Barber presented a Certificate of Appreciation and a check to cover the cost of materials to Career Academy and Technical
Patricia Celina DesJardins, a radiant spirit known for her warmth and vibrancy, passed away peacefully on April 17, 2026. Born on November 21, 1940, in Hammond, Ind., to Alfred and
Raymond Francis Spengler, 79, of Statesville, N.C., died April 16, 2026. He was born January 12, 1947, in Brooklyn, N.Y. Raymond received a Bachelor’s of Science in Electrical Engineering from
IFN Staff The Iredell County Sheriff’s Office reported the following felony arrests: APRIL 9 ♦ Tony Curtis Connor Jr., 47, of Mills Hill Lane, Statesville, charged with possession of a
BY REP. TODD CARVER I haven’t been writing my weekly articles lately because the N.C. House of Representatives has been on break from its normal duties. I will be providing
IFN Staff The Statesville Police Department is investigating a fatal shooting that occurred at a residence on East Bell Street on Saturday morning. Officers were dispatched to the 200 block
BY KEVIN IMM Mooresville Fire-Rescue firefighters, along with personnel from Shepherds and Mount Mourne fire departments, responded to a structure fire off Blessing Lane about 7:21 p.m. on Saturday. After
The U.S. Supreme Court’s decision to nullify the Professional and Amateur Sports Protection Act (PASPA) in May 2018 granted states the freedom to create their own laws regarding sports gambling.
Special to IFN The N.C. City & County Communicators (NC3C) recently recognized Iredell County Strategy and Communications Manager Darsee Heath with two Excellence in Communications awards. Iredell County was recognized
Gambling has never been more accessible to consumers within the U.S. than it is currently. The majority of states (38) have legalized sports betting; Sweepstakes Casinos offer their services across
Special to IFN The Iredell County Health Department invites community members to attend Art of Recovery, a powerful event centered on healing, connection, and hope through creative expression. The event,



