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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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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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,
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
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,
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
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
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
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
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
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
FROM STAFF REPORTS A Kannapolis man faces 18 felony charges in connection with a string of break-ins at a construction site off Wiggins Road near Mooresville. Iredell County Sheriff Darren
Special to Iredell Free News RALEIGH — More than 900,000 North Carolina students rely on the nutritious meals and snacks served during the school year through the breakfast, lunch, and
Special to Iredell Free News Iredell County has been awarded federal funds made available through the Department of Homeland Security Emergency Management Agency under the Emergency Food and Shelter National
Gerald James Dolinger, 76, of Hiddenite, N.C., went to be with this beautiful wife of 56 years on February 4, 2023. Gerald was born on April 2, 1946, to the
David Wesley Upright, 56, of Cleveland, N.C., passed away on February 3, 2023, at Gordon Hospice House in Statesville, N.C. David was born on January 18, 1967. He now has
Peggy Jo Badgett Rickert, 88, of Statesville, N.C., passed away Thursday, February 2, 2023, at the Gordon Hospice House. Mrs. Rickert was born in Surry County on August 28, 1934,
Matthew Kelly Albright, 21, passed away January 28, 2023. He was born February 18, 2001 to Randall Albright and Delores Dorman Albright. Matthew served his country honorably in the Navy
Bruce Eugene Benge, 61, of Statesville, N.C., passed away on February 3, 2023, at Gordon Hospice House in Statesville after a brief illness. Bruce was born September 12, 1961, in
FROM STAFF REPORTS The 2023 Love United Iredell campaign is officially underway. This year’s campaign runs from February 5-19. Over the next 14 days, residents have the opportunity to help
FROM STAFF REPORTS The Iredell County Sheriff’s Office reported the following felony arrests: JANUARY 27 ♦ Joshua Lynn Sylvester, 30, of Happy Lane, Statesville, charged with sell or deliver a
Special to Iredell Free News Iredell County’s unemployment dropped to 2.9 percent in December, according to the N.C. Department of Commerce. Iredell has a labor force of 93,505 individuals. In
BY DEBBIE PAGE Leadership Statesville is sponsoring an Incarceration Re-entry Simulation on Thursday, March 2, at the Statesville Fitness Center. Pre-registration is required for this event, which runs from 9 a.m.
Applications are being accepted online only. Apply for open positions online by clicking HERE. Featured Job Community Resource Coordinator – South Statesville Department: Statesville Police Department Salary Range: $42,348.80 – $69,867.20 Closing Date: Open
BY DEBBIE PAGE The Iredell Homeless Coalition raised the alarm at its February meeting, noting a rapid increase in the area’s homeless population and the need for more affordable housing
Special to Iredell Free News The Statesville Community Black History Celebration is scheduled for Saturday, February 11, at the Unity Center. There will be several presentations, recitals, dancing, singing, a
Mrs. Alice Marlene Bowlin Morrow, 87, of Statesville, N.C., went home to be with her Lord and Savior on February 3, 2023, with her kids by her side. She was
Robert Michael Woods Jr., 37, of Mooresville, N.C., passed away on Wednesday, February 1, 2023. Born May 2, 1985, in North Arlington, N.J., he was the loving husband to Ashley