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Defense of Fort Dobbs Remembered: Living history event scheduled for February 25

Posted on February 10, 2023 by Mike Fuhrman

Special to Iredell Free News Fort Dobbs State Historic Site will offer a glimpse of the Anglo-Cherokee War on Saturday, February 25. The Cherokee and British had been allies when

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The ‘Ville Social District officially opens in Downtown Statesville on February 10

Posted on February 9, 2023 by Mike Fuhrman

Special to Iredell Free News The City of Statesville’s downtown social district, The ‘Ville, will officially open on Friday, February 10. The Social District allows people to drink beer, wine,

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Marion Christine Obey Perry

Posted on February 9, 2023 by Mike Fuhrman

Mrs. Marion Christine Obey Perry, 79, who was affectionately called Granny by her family, passed away on Monday, February 6, 2023, at the Gordon Hospice House in Statesville, N.C., following

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Solomon Jackson

Posted on February 9, 2023 by Mike Fuhrman

Mr. Solomon Jackson, 65, of 114 Greylin Loop, Apartment 102, Statesville, N.C., who was affectionately called “Sol,” was born in Newark, N.J., on February 27, 1957, and was the son

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Wanda Paterson

Posted on February 9, 2023 by Mike Fuhrman

Wanda Paterson, 96, of Statesville, N.C., passed away on Tuesday, February 7, 2023. She was born in Gordon, Neb., on May 3, 1926, to Wayne and Elsie Rash Walker. She

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Marilyn Loraine Tilley

Posted on February 9, 2023 by Mike Fuhrman

Marilyn Loraine Tilley, 82, passed away Tuesday February 7, 2023. She was born February 8, 1940, to the late Lemmie Riley and Mattie Rasberry Riley. Marilyn married Mr. Erskine Tilley on

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MPD: Mooresville man faces 26 felony charges following child pornography investigation

Posted on February 9, 2023 by Mike Fuhrman

n FROM STAFF REPORTS A Mooresville man faces more than two dozens charges in connection with the possession and distribution of child pornography following an investigation by the Mooresville Police

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Sheriff: Suspect faces drug trafficking charges after pursuit ends in crash

Posted on February 9, 2023 by Mike Fuhrman

FROM STAFF REPORTS An Ohio man faces more than a dozen felony charges, including drug trafficking, after he crashed an SUV while being pursued by Iredell County Sheriff’s Office deputies.

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In the Know: Substance misuse increasing across Iredell County (Part I)

Posted on February 9, 2023 by Mike Fuhrman

Editor’s Note: This is the first part of a three-part series on Drug-Alcohol Coalition Iredell’s recent “In the Know” event. BY DEBBIE PAGE All the data suggests that substance misuse

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Mayor: City making progress on qualifying Green Cemetery/Garfield Street area as historic district

Posted on February 9, 2023 by Mike Fuhrman

BY STACIE LETT CAIN The City of Statesville is moving closer to designating the Green Street Cemetery and Garfield Street area a historic district, according to Mayor Costi Kutteh. “There

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Mooresville teens earn Girl Scout Gold Awards

Posted on February 9, 2023 by Mike Fuhrman

Special to Iredell Free News Two local Girl Scouts recently earned the Gold Award, the highest achievement a Girl Scout can earn. Hollyn Gambill and Madison Lashley, both of Mooresville, were recognized by

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Iredell commissioners approve economic incentive grant for Water Tech Inc.

Posted on February 8, 2023 by Mike Fuhrman

BY KARISSA MILLER The Iredell County Board of Commissioners voted unanimously Tuesday to approve an economic development incentive grant for Water Tech Inc. The board agreed to award an economic

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City of Statesville: Advertisement for Bids

Posted on February 8, 2023 by Mike Fuhrman

Advertisement for Bids Sealed bid proposals for furnishing Boring Pipe & UG Wire will be sent out on Thursday, February 16, 2023, and will be received by the City of

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Betty Louise Puckett

Posted on February 8, 2023 by Mike Fuhrman

Betty Louise Puckett, 75, of Troutman, N.C., passed away on February 7, 2023. She was born on March 11, 1947 in Iaeger, W.Va., to the late Herman and Garnet Rutherford

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Margaret Ann Ricks

Posted on February 8, 2023 by Mike Fuhrman

Margaret Ann Ricks, 68, of Mooresville, N.C., passed away too soon, on Tuesday, February 7, 2023, at her home. She was born December 6, 1954, in Poughkeepsie, N.Y., to loving

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Gene Thomas Kane

Posted on February 8, 2023 by Mike Fuhrman

Gene Thomas Kane, 53, of Troutman, N.C., passed away on Saturday, February 4, 2023. He was born on May 17, 1969, in Boonton, N.J., to David Kane and the late

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Steve Wayne Matthews

Posted on February 8, 2023 by Mike Fuhrman

Steve Wayne Matthews, 76, of Statesville, N.C., passed away February 8, 2023, after a brief illness at Iredell Memorial Hospital in Statesville, N.C. Steve was born January 10, 1947, in

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Elga Delight Langdon

Posted on February 8, 2023 by Mike Fuhrman

Elga Delight Loftin Langdon of Troutman, N.C., and formerly of Raeford, N.C., a believer in and follower of Jesus Christ, went to heaven on February 7, 2023, at the age

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Elizabeth Ann Cowan Hewitt

Posted on February 8, 2023 by Mike Fuhrman

Mrs. Elizabeth Ann Cowan Hewitt, 71, affectionately known to her family and friends as “Ann,” of Troutman, N.C., peacefully passed away on Sunday, February 5, 2023, at her residence. She

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Sheriff Campbell attends State of the Union Address

Posted on February 8, 2023 by Mike Fuhrman

BY MIKE FUHRMAN Iredell County Sheriff Darren Campbell had the hottest ticket in Washington, D.C., on Tuesday evening. Campbell was the guest of Rep. Patrick McHenry for the State of

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N.C. Department of Public Instruction officials tour Career Academy and Technical School (Photos)

Posted on February 8, 2023 by Mike Fuhrman

BY KARISSA MILLER Iredell-Statesville Schools officials and board members welcomed Kristie Van Auken, special advisor to the superintendent for workforce development, to the Career Academy and Technical School in Troutman

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Rep. McNeely appointed chair of N.C. House agriculture and transportation committees

Posted on February 8, 2023 by Mike Fuhrman

Special to Iredell Free News RALEIGH — N.C. House Speaker Tim Moore announced committee assignments for the 2023-2024 session. Rep. Jeff McNeely (R-Iredell) has been appointed to serve on the

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New general manager discusses Iredell Water’s priorities

Posted on February 8, 2023 by Mike Fuhrman

Special to Iredell Free News During the last two months, Iredell Water Corporation undertook a seamless transition from retiring General Manager Keith Snoddy – who served the utility for nearly

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EnergyUnited Foundation donates $10,000 to Cancer Services Inc.

Posted on February 7, 2023 by Mike Fuhrman

Special to Iredell Free News The EnergyUnited Foundation recently donated $10,000 to Cancer Services, Inc. to provide assistance for cancer patients who reside in the electric cooperative’s service area. Cancer

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Troutman Council set to consider rezoning, annexation request for Shinn Farms development

Posted on February 7, 2023 by Mike Fuhrman

BY DEBBIE PAGE The Troutman Town Council on Thursday will consider annexation and rezoning requests for the proposed 629 single-family home Shinn Farms development. If approved by council, the proposed

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Kent Alvin Gray

Posted on February 7, 2023 by Mike Fuhrman

Mr. Kent Alvin Gray, 53, was born in Iredell County on August 21, 1969, to James William Gray and the late Frances Elizabeth Gaines Gray. He entered into eternal rest

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Candice Kegarise Putnam

Posted on February 7, 2023 by Mike Fuhrman

Candice Kegarise Putnam, 69, of Statesville, N.C., passed away peacefully at her home on Monday, February 6, 2023. Mrs. Putnam was born June 1, 1953, in Forsyth County, N.C., the

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Thomas “Fuzzy” Willis Johnson

Posted on February 7, 2023 by Mike Fuhrman

Thomas Willis Johnson, better known as “Fuzzy,” passed away Monday, February 6, 2023, at Maple Leaf in Statesville. Mr. Johnson was born in Cabin Creek, W.Va., on December 31, 1933,

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Judith Craven Adams

Posted on February 7, 2023 by Mike Fuhrman

Judith “Judy” Craven Adams, 75, of Mooresville, N.C., went home to be with the Lord on Tuesday, February 7, 2023. She was born on January 18, 1948, to the late

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Jean Carol Brannen

Posted on February 7, 2023 by Mike Fuhrman

Jean Carol Brannen, 73, of Mooresville, N.C., passed away on Monday, February 6, 2023, at Autumn Care of Cornelius after battling numerous illnesses. She was born on April 20, 1949,

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Ulysses Aaron Young

Posted on February 7, 2023 by Mike Fuhrman

Ulysses Aaron Young, 34, of Mooresville, N.C., passed away on Saturday. February 4, 2023. He was born on February 15, 1988, in Harris, N.Y., to George William Young and Luz

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Sheriff: Suspect faces drug, vehicle theft charges after being stopped by ICSO deputy

Posted on February 7, 2023 by Mike Fuhrman

FROM STAFF REPORTS A Charlotte man faces nearly a dozen charges after Iredell County Sheriff’s Office deputies stopped a suspicious vehicle on Brawley School Road near Mooresville. On Sunday, February

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I-SS Board members debate strategies for dealing with ‘repeat offenders’

Posted on February 7, 2023 by Mike Fuhrman

BY KARISSA MILLER Iredell-Statesville Schools Board of Education members shared their views on how to best deal with disruptive students during Monday’s Committee of the Whole meeting. Vice Chairman Mike

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Statesville Police Department announces promotions of four veterans, hiring of new officers

Posted on February 7, 2023 by Mike Fuhrman

Special to Iredell Free News The Statesville Police Department recently announced the promotions of four veteran officers: ♦ Kevin Brookshire was promoted to sergeant of Bravo Squad. He has been

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Rescue Ranch to host garage sale March 4; donations and volunteers needed

Posted on February 6, 2023 by Mike Fuhrman

Special to Iredell Free News Rescue Ranch is bringing back one of its popular fundraisers, its community garage sale. The public garage sale will be held Saturday, March 4, from

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Water Tech Inc. announces plans to invest $10.8 million in new Statesville facility

Posted on February 6, 2023 by Mike Fuhrman

Special to Iredell Free News Water Tech Inc. announced plans Monday to expand the company’s operations to Statesville to better serve its customers on the East Coast. The company is

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