Special to IFN JMS Southeast Inc. and Statesville Process Instruments Inc. donated $837 to Pharos Parenting in August, thanks to proceeds from their employee vending machines. The companies purchase snacks
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James Elton Blackwell, 76, passed away on Wednesday, August 6, 2025, at the Gordon Hospice House in Statesville, N.C. He was born on Monday, February 28, 1949, in Iredell County
Special to IFN Zadie Blázquez-Straub, a Pine Lake Prep fifth-grader, spent the last few days of summer vacation on America’s Field Trip to Yellowstone National Park. Zadie shared the experience
BY DEBBIE PAGE After hearing impassioned speakers outlining flaws in the proposed amendments to the Unified Development Ordinance (UDO) sections regarding temporary uses and produce stands, the Troutman Council listened
BY KARISSA MILLER Students were welcomed back to campuses across Iredell County this week as the new school year began August 11. In an effort to foster a positive school
IFN Staff The Statesville Police Department reported the following felony arrests: JULY 29 ♦ Derren Tremayne Oglesby, 51, of 7th Street, Statesville, charged with felony probation violation. JULY 31 ♦
You’d think the hardest part about childbirth is the delivery, right? Well, for many American mothers, the hardest part of childbirth actually comes after the delivery when it’s time to
BY KARISSA MILLER The first week of school at N.B. Mills Elementary School was filled with joyful smiles, bubbles and high-fives as 14 volunteers from First Baptist Church in Statesville
IFN Staff A large crowd attended Friday night’s Piedmont HealthCare Friday After 5 concert featuring Petty Rewind. Photo Gallery
Patricia Maguire Thompson Cabral Reynolds, 61, of Parksville, Ky., passed away Tuesday, August 12, 2025, at the Stanford Crossing Nursing Home in Stanford, Ky. Patricia was born September 12, 1963,
Phyllis Jane Burke, 88, of Taylorsville, N.C., passed away on Wednesday, August 13, 2025, at her home. She was born March 21, 1937, in Alexander County, the daughter of the late
If you are a cannabis enthusiast, then you already know that THC infused drinks are the new vibe. Several reasons make this a popular option in the cannabis lovers’ space.
BY DEBBIE PAGE Mooresville Graded School District Chief Operations Officer Scott Smith on Tuesday pleaded with drivers to stop when school buses have engaged their red lights and stop arm.
Special to IFN The City of Statesville is notifying residents, motorists, and local businesses of upcoming road closures connected to a major waterline replacement project. This work is part of
IFN Staff A Harmony man faces felony drug trafficking charges after being stopped by an Iredell County Sheriff’s Office deputy for a traffic violation on Interstate 77. Sheriff Darren Campbell
Ruby Ball Harrelson of Statesville, N.C., was born on May 25, 1944, in Bastrop, La., and passed away peacefully on August 12, 2025, at the Gordon Hospice House. She was
Rex Brown, 87, of Statesville, N.C., passed away peacefully at home on Tuesday, August 12, 2025, surrounded by his loving family. Rex was born on October 7, 1937, in Wilkes
Phillip Mitchell Karriker, 89, of Mooresville, N.C., passed away on Tuesday, August 12, 2025, at Atrium Health Cabarrus Hospital. He was born on February 12, 1936, in Iredell County, N.C.,
Rubin Earl Shaver, 76, of Salisbury, N.C., passed away on August 10, 2025. He was born on April 1, 1949, in Sanford, N.C. Rubin was a proud graduate of Statesville
BY JEFF CORBETT A young man decided to be a monk. His monastery had a strict vow of silence. Twelve months later the abbot called him in and said, “You
Special to IFN The National Premier Soccer League (NPSL), the first and only men’s league designated by USASA as a Tier 1 national league, announced on Thursday that Statesville FC
Habitat for Humanity of the Charlotte Region, Inc. is applying for United States Department of Agriculture’s Rural Housing Service Housing Preservation Grant (USDA-RD-HCFP-HPG-2025) to complete repairs on qualifying owner-occupied homes in
Special to IFN The Birth Place at Iredell Memorial Hospital announced the following births: JULY 22 ♦ A girl, Ty’Zariah Brielle Stephens, born to Yolanda Unique Powell of Statesville. ♦
The Australian online casinos is evolving fast, with 2025 shaping up to be one of the most exciting years yet. As technology advances and player preferences shift, a growing number
Special to IFN Jonathan Ribbeck has been hired as chief of schools by the Mooresville Graded School District. A seasoned leader with a strong background in instructional leadership and school
Special to IFN The Extension Master Gardener Volunteer Association of Iredell County invites the community to attend a special fundraising event on September 13. A presentation by accomplished landscape designer
We all need ways to switch off, at least mentally. And while a long walk or a movie night still works for many, more people are turning to digital platforms
Request For Quotes (RFQ) – Underground Primary Power Cable Sealed bid for Underground primary power cable, will be sent out on August 25, 2025, and will be received by the
Evelyn Marie Brown Keever, 90, of Taylorsville, N.C., passed away on Tuesday, August 12, 2025, at her home. She was born November 20, 1934, in Alexander County, the daughter of the
Marie Myers Mitchell, 103, of Maitland, Fla., passed away Monday, August 4, 2025. Born in Yadkin County, N.C., on September 23, 1921, Marie was the daughter of the late Homer
Ruth West Christenbury, 88, of Mooresville, N.C., passed away on Monday, August 11, 2025, at her home surrounded by her loving family. She was born on April 20, 1937, in
Beulah Mae Brown, 98, was born on April 23, 1927, in Statesville, N.C. She peacefully passed away on Wednesday, August 6, 2025, at Silas Creek Rehab Center in Winston-Salem, N.C.,
Special to IFN Iredell County native Blake Crouch will receive the 2025 Buzz Award in recognition of his tremendous success in the world of film during the upcoming Full Bloom Film Festival.
IFN Staff Greater Statesville Chamber of Commerce President & CEO Shannon Viera announced Wednesday that she is resigning her position “to pursue new opportunities.” Her last day will be September
BY DEBBIE PAGE The Troutman Town Council heard a proposal from Musco, a sports and large area lighting and facility solutions provider, to light ESC Park during the pre-agenda meeting
Special to IFN The Iredell County Public Library is preparing to launch Young Athletes, an inclusive early childhood play program developed by Special Olympics. Beginning in September 2025, organizers of