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Lake Norman High School Wildcat Band to hold annual mattress sale fundraiser

Posted on February 25, 2023 by Mike Fuhrman

Special to Iredell Free News The Lake Norman High School Wildcat Band is holding a mattress sale fundraiser on on Saturday, March 18,  from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. at

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Rescue Ranch hosts Coffee with Critters (Photos)

Posted on February 25, 2023 by Mike Fuhrman

BY KARISSA MILLER Rescue Ranch’s Coffee with Critters event brought about 50 people came out for coffee and breakfast and an opportunity to learn more about the nonprofit’s mission of

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New ICSO canine units assigned to Lake Norman, North Iredell high schools

Posted on February 24, 2023 by Mike Fuhrman

Special to Iredell Free News Two new Iredell County Sheriff’s Office canine units have been assigned to local high schools. Canine “Laker,” a yellow Labrador, will join School Resource Officer

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City of Statesville Career Opportunities (February 24)

Posted on February 24, 2023 by Mike Fuhrman

  Featured Job GIS ANALYST Information Technology Department – GIS Division Salary Range: $40,331.20 – $66,539.20 Closing Date: Open Until Filled GENERAL STATEMENT OF DUTIES: Under general supervision, performs technical

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Federal jury in Statesville convicts bulk fentanyl trafficker of drug and gun charges

Posted on February 24, 2023 by Mike Fuhrman

Special to Iredell Free News A federal jury in Statesville returned a guilty verdict on Thursday against a Lenoir man at the conclusion of a trial on charges he trafficked

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Susie Mae Ireland

Posted on February 24, 2023 by Mike Fuhrman

Susie Mae Vestal Ireland, 90, went with the grace of God to meet her heavenly husband, William Andrew “Willie” Ireland, on February 23, 2023. She retired after many years of

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Richard James Carpenter

Posted on February 24, 2023 by Mike Fuhrman

Richard “Ric” James Carpenter, 50, of Cleveland, N.C., passed away Monday, February 20, 2023, at Wake Forest Baptist Regional Medical Center. He was born October 22, 1972, in Sturgis, Mich.

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Sheriff: Father charged with murder in connection with infant daughter’s death

Posted on February 24, 2023 by Mike Fuhrman

FROM STAFF REPORTS A southern Iredell County man faces a first-degree murder charge in connection with the death of his 5-week-old daughter. Iredell County Sheriff Darren Campbell announced the arrest

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Mooresville man faces felony drug and weapons charges after MPD investigation

Posted on February 23, 2023 by Mike Fuhrman

Special to Iredell Free News A Mooresville man faces felony drug and weapons charges following an investigation by the Mooresville Police Department. The MPD announced the arrest of Tyler Cayse

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South Iredell High team qualifies for Innovation Summit in Houston

Posted on February 23, 2023 by Mike Fuhrman

Special to Iredell Free News A group of South Iredell High School students has been selected to participate in the Innovation Summit at the NASA Space Center in Houston, Texas,

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Center Stage Alliance to present ‘The Sound of Music’

Posted on February 23, 2023 by Mike Fuhrman

Special to Iredell Free News The streets of Statesville are alive with The Sound of Music! Rehearsals are well underway as Center Stage Alliance prepares for this beloved Rodgers and

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Ruth “Arlene” Norman Brown

Posted on February 23, 2023 by Mike Fuhrman

Ruth “Arlene” Norman Brown, 84, of Harmony, N.C., passed away Thursday, February 23, 2023, at her residence. Mrs. Brown was born April 30, 1938, in Irwin, Pa., and was the

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Mildred Wooten Price

Posted on February 23, 2023 by Mike Fuhrman

Mildred Wooten Price, 94, of Statesville, N.C., died Wednesday, February 22, 2023, at her home. Born on Iredell County on June 23, 1929, she was a daughter of the late

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Kay Harkey White

Posted on February 23, 2023 by Mike Fuhrman

Kay Harkey White, 75, of Cleveland, N.C., passed away on February 22, 2023. She was born on April 10, 1947, in Charlotte, N.C., to the late Ervin and Maggie Schenck

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Mark Rue Gober

Posted on February 23, 2023 by Mike Fuhrman

Mark Rue Gober, 64, of Mooresville, N.C., passed away on Wednesday, February 15, 2023, at the S. Mitchell Mack Hospice House in Mooresville. He was born on December 30, 1958,

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Governor Cooper announces $462.9 million in funding for clean water and wastewater infrastructure projects

Posted on February 23, 2023 by Mike Fuhrman

Special to Iredell Free News RALEIGH — Gov. Roy Cooper on Thursday announced $462.9 million in funding for 249 infrastructure projects in 80 communities statewide that will strengthen North Carolina’s

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Statesville police investigating double shooting on Caldwell Street

Posted on February 23, 2023 by Mike Fuhrman

FROM STAFF REPORTS The Statesville Police Department is investigating a double shooting that occurred Wednesday night off Caldwell Street. Officers responded to the 1000 block of Caldwell Street about 9:31

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Health Beat: If untreated, AFib can lead to increased risk of stroke, heart failure

Posted on February 22, 2023 by Mike Fuhrman

Special to Iredell Free News The American Heart Association (AHA) estimates that as many as 6 million Americans live with atrial fibrillation (AFib). Although it’s common, many are still unaware

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SPD: Number of homicides, robberies doubled in city in 2022

Posted on February 22, 2023 by Mike Fuhrman

BY STACIE LETT CAIN While the Statesville Police Department reported a slight dip in violent crime across the city in 2022, the number of homicides and robberies more than doubled

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Carroll Jack Morris

Posted on February 22, 2023 by Mike Fuhrman

Carroll Jack Morris, 79, of Mooresville, N.C., passed away on Monday, February 20, 2023. He was born on March 25, 1943, in Rockingham, N.C., to the late Houge and Juanita

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Richard George Collins

Posted on February 22, 2023 by Mike Fuhrman

Richard George Collins, 81, of Mooresville, N.C., passed from this life into eternal life on Friday, February 17, 2023. He was born on April 25, 1941, in Tupper Lake, N.Y.,

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County manager answers Iredell property owners’ questions regarding 2023 reappraisal, appeals process

Posted on February 22, 2023 by Mike Fuhrman

BY KARISSA MILLER Iredell County commissioners have been inundated with phone calls and emails from residents regarding their recent property value notice, which showed significant increases. Many residents are concerned

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SFD: Kennedy promoted to battalion chief

Posted on February 22, 2023 by Mike Fuhrman

Special to Iredell Free News Statesville Fire Department Deputy Chief Glenn Kurfees announced Tuesday that Aaron Kennedy has been promoted to battalion chief. Kennedy has been with the Statesville Fire

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Statesville Council approves economic incentive for cabinet manufacturer planning $17.4 million investment in local facility

Posted on February 21, 2023 by Mike Fuhrman

BY STACIE LETT CAIN The Statesville City Council voted unanimously Monday to offer a cabinet manufacturer from the Midwest a $202,119 economic incentive to build a manufacturing plant in Statesville.

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Troutman recertified by Academy of Professional Funeral Service Practice

Posted on February 21, 2023 by Mike Fuhrman

Special to Iredell Free News William Donald Troutman, a funeral director with Bunch-Johnson Funeral Home in Statesville, has recently qualified for recertification as a Certified Funeral Service Practitioner (CFSP) by

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A Blessing: Ride United Last Mile program delivers groceries to Iredell residents

Posted on February 21, 2023 by Mike Fuhrman

EDITOR’S NOTE: This article was originally published in the February edition of our new magazine, IFN Monthly. Click  HERE  for a list of locations where you can pick up a copy.

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New theatre company to present ‘An Evening with Carl Sandburg’ on February 24-25

Posted on February 21, 2023 by Mike Fuhrman

EDITOR’S NOTE: This article was originally published in the February edition of our new magazine, IFN Monthly. Click HERE for a list of locations where you can pick up a

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Edith Martin Derr

Posted on February 21, 2023 by Mike Fuhrman

Mrs. Edith Martin Derr, 97, passed away on Friday, February, 17, 2022, at Iredell Memorial Hospital She was born in Stokes County, N.C. on April 14, 1925, and was the

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Margaret Jean Schmitt

Posted on February 21, 2023 by Mike Fuhrman

Margaret J. Schmitt, 74, unexpectedly went to be with the Lord February 18, 2023, at Novant Hospital in Huntersville, N.C. She was born on May 4,1948,, in Tuscarawas, Ohio, the

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Duncan Dallas McDuffie

Posted on February 21, 2023 by Mike Fuhrman

Duncan Dallas McDuffie, 94, passed away peacefully on February 19, 2023, surrounded by family at Senior Retreat – Park Crossing, his home for the last year. Born June 11, 1928,

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Dean Anthony Castellano

Posted on February 21, 2023 by Mike Fuhrman

Dean Anthony Castellano of Mooresville, N.C., passed away unexpectedly on February 18, 2023. He was only 53 years old. His family and friends are devastated by his sudden passing. Dean

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Fannie “Libby” Stewart

Posted on February 21, 2023 by Mike Fuhrman

Fannie Elizabeth “Libby” Benton Stewart, 76, of Statesville, N.C., died Wednesday, February 15, 2023, at Iredell Memorial Hospital. She was born in Iredell County on August 19, 1946, to the

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Brenda Gail Holland

Posted on February 21, 2023 by Mike Fuhrman

Brenda Gail Lyndon Holland, 73, of Statesville, N.C., and formerly of Greensboro, N.C., passed away on Tuesday, February 21, 2023. Brenda was born March 16, 1949 in Thomasville, N.C., the

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Janice Tutterow Allie

Posted on February 21, 2023 by Mike Fuhrman

Janice Tutterow Allie, 86, of Statesville, N.C, passed Monday, February 20, 2023, at her home. Mrs. Allie was born in Davie County, N.C., on October 14, 1936, the daughter of

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James Ted Orren

Posted on February 21, 2023 by Mike Fuhrman

James Ted Orren, 87 of Statesville, N.C., died Sunday, February 19, 2023, at his home under the great care of Hospice of Iredell County. Mr. Orren was born August 23,

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NCDHHS reports 22 percent increase in overdose deaths

Posted on February 21, 2023 by Mike Fuhrman

More than 4,000 people lost their lives to overdose in 2021 in North Carolina Special to Iredell Free News RALEIGH — With overdose deaths in 2021 increasing 22 percent, the

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