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City of Statesville Career Opportunities (February 12)

Posted on February 12, 2023 by Mike Fuhrman

Applications are being accepted online only. Apply for open positions online by clicking HERE. Assistant Director of Planning Planning Athletic Facility Supervisor (Part-Time) Recreation/Parks Athletic Supervisors (Part-Time) Recreation/Parks Automotive Mechanic (Full-Time)

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ICSO Felony Arrests: February 3-10

Posted on February 12, 2023 by Mike Fuhrman

FROM STAFF REPORTS The Iredell County Sheriff’s Office reported the following felony arrests: FEBRUARY 3 ♦ Gid Dane Black III, 57, of Dry Pond Lane, Statesville, charged with possession of

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Paul Laxton Hartline

Posted on February 11, 2023 by Mike Fuhrman

Paul Laxton Hartline, 80, of Statesville, N.C., passed away on Friday, February 10, 2023, at his son’s home. Paul was born on June 12, 1942, in Iredell County to the

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James Franklin “Toodles” Ritchie

Posted on February 11, 2023 by Mike Fuhrman

James Franklin “Toodles” Ritchie, 80, of Mooresville, N.C., passed away on Sunday, February 5, 2023. Mr. Ritchie was owner/operator of Toodles Trailer Park and Lake Norman Auto Sales. He was

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Photo Gallery: 2023 Statesville Comic Con

Posted on February 11, 2023 by Mike Fuhrman

PHOTOS BY BRANDY TEMPLETON Colorful creatures of all shapes and sizes descended on the Statesville Civic Center on Saturday for the 2023 Statesville Comic Con.

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SPD: Salisbury man charged with kidnapping 10-year-old child, stealing vehicle

Posted on February 11, 2023 by Mike Fuhrman

FROM STAFF REPORTS A Salisbury man faces felony charges in connection with the kidnapping of a child and theft of a motor vehicle that occurred Friday morning in Statesville. The

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Statesville Woman’s Club accepting orders for annual geranium sale

Posted on February 11, 2023 by Mike Fuhrman

Special to Iredell Free News The Statesville Woman’s Club welcomed guest speaker Dr. Lisa Mozer of the Up Wind Project at the club’s February meeting. Author of “Peer Support Workbook

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

Posted on February 11, 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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Rebecca Hall Burke

Posted on February 11, 2023 by Mike Fuhrman

Rebecca “Becky” Hall Burke, 94, of Mooresville, N.C., and formerly of Charlotte, N.C., peacefully passed away February 5, 2023, at home surrounded by her loving family. Becky was born in

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Silas Harris Jr.

Posted on February 11, 2023 by Mike Fuhrman

Mr. Silas Harris Jr. was born in Iredell County on February 24, 1951, to the late Silas Daniel Harris and Rose Esther Lackey Harris. He entered into eternal life on Thursday,

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Theatre Statesville to present ‘Cabaret’ at Twisted Oak

Posted on February 11, 2023 by Mike Fuhrman

Special to Iredell Free News Theatre Statesville will present “Cabaret” from February 16-25 at Twisted Oak American Bar & Grill. This production is directed by Sharon Davies Sigler and Caity

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Mayor Kutteh elected secretary of ElectriCities Board

Posted on February 11, 2023 by Mike Fuhrman

Special to Iredell Free News The newly elected and re-elected members of the ElectriCities Board of Directors were officially sworn into office at the board’s meeting on January 27 in

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Troutman Council approves Shinn Farms development, hears tax rate complaints

Posted on February 10, 2023 by Mike Fuhrman

BY DEBBIE PAGE The Troutman Town Council unanimously approved the proposed Shinn Farms development on Thursday night. The project’s property, located next to town limits, was approved for annexation and

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Update: IFN Monthly now available at more than 65 locations across Iredell County

Posted on February 10, 2023 by Mike Fuhrman

We’re excited to announce that we’ve begun distributing the first edition of our new venture, IFN Monthly. Below is a list of places where you can pick up a copy

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Lola Mahaffey Siceloff

Posted on February 10, 2023 by Mike Fuhrman

Lola Mahaffey Siceloff, 88, of Olin, N.C., entered her heavenly home on February 8, 2023. Lola was born on May 5, 1934, in Wilkes, N.C. She was the daughter of

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Barbara Ann Dishman

Posted on February 10, 2023 by Mike Fuhrman

Barbara Ann Dishman, 88, of Mooresville, N.C., passed away on February 8, 2023. She was born on April 10, 1934, in Iredell County, N.C., to Cullen and Mary Barkley Benfield.

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I-SS Board considering proposal to buy food truck to serve summer meals

Posted on February 10, 2023 by Mike Fuhrman

BY KARISSA MILLER Iredell-Statesville Schools’ school nutrition program is recommending purchasing a food truck and trailer to serve free lunches to students over the summer and for use throughout the

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

Posted on February 10, 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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Health Beat: How to treat minor burns at home

Posted on February 10, 2023 by Mike Fuhrman

Special to Iredell Free News Imagine you are cooking dinner and accidentally touch the hot pan. Your immediate reaction will be to pull your hand away from the pan, but

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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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