Special to Iredell Free News Motivational speaker Tyronna Hooker was the guest speaker at the October meeting of the Statesville Woman’s Club. She spoke about “Women Making a Difference,” asserting that
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Lee Charles “Wayne” Benge, 81, of Statesville, N.C., passed away on Saturday, October 15, 2022, at Gordon Hospice House. Mr. Benge was born on November 29, 1940, and was the
Mary Lou Rutten, 80, passed away Wednesday, October 12, 2022, with her family by her side. Born in Carroll, Iowa, on January 16, 1942, she was the daughter of the
BY DEBBIE PAGE debbiepage.iredellfreenews@gmail.com Iredell Homeless Coalition members have several upcoming events and collection drives to assist those who are homeless or housing insecure or in need as winter and
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 handicapping
BY KARISSA MILLER Statesville High School and Western Carolina University have formed a new partnership through a program called Students to Teachers Through Educator Pathways (STEP) to help recruit students from
Special to Iredell Free News The Iredell Health Foundation, the philanthropic arm of Iredell Health System, raised more than $56,000 for local heart health at its first annual Heart of
To the Editor: It seems like the Town of Troutman is always on the defensive because town officials may not like the simple fact the citizens want this out-of-control development
TOWN OF TROUTMAN CLAY PIPE SEWER SYSTEM AIA REQUEST FOR QUALIFICATIONS ENGINEERING SERVICES The Town of Troutman is seeking professional engineering services for design, permit approval, bidding, construction observation and
BY BRANDY TEMPLETON The weather was absolutely perfect for the opening day of the 47th Flow Carolina BalloonFest. The event, which runs through Sunday, features live entertainment, a wine and beer
Applications are being accepted online only. Apply for open positions online by clicking HERE. Current Openings Assistant Director of Planning Planning Department Assistant Facility Supervisor- Marketing/Programs Recreation/Parks Department Athletic Supervisors (Part-Time)
Lexine Allen White went to her eternal home on Thursday, October 13, 2022. Born on March 18, 1932, and raised in Hiddenite, N.C., Lexine was the daughter of Lex Marsh
John Joseph Strayer, 89, of Mooresville, N.C., died peacefully at home on Wednesday, October 12, 2022. He was born on September 17, 1933, and proudly served his country in the
BY KARISSA MILLER Celeste Henkel Elementary teacher Sarah Cope confronted the Iredell-Statesville Schools Board of Education earlier this week about the board’s focus on the dress code rather than the
BY RON SMITH In 2019 city staff began receiving numerous calls about potential development opportunities. We received so many, in fact, that we began tracking all new development inquiries. These
BY DEBBIE PAGE debbiepage.iredellfreenews@gmail.com At the beginning of Thursday night’s meeting, Town Manager Ron Wyatt asked the Troutman Town Council to delay consideration of the River Rock attached ranch home
Special to Iredell Free News The Mooresville Police Department began receiving reports in late September from residents about being victims of fraud while attempting to sell items on social media.
BY DEBBIE PAGE debbiepage.iredellfreenews@gmail.com The Iredell Domestic Violence Task Force raised awareness about the epidemic of domestic violence during its annual “Walk-A-Mile in Their Shoes” event in Downtown Statesville on
Karen Elaine Crovitz, 60, of Mooresville, N.C., passed away on Wednesday, October 12, 2022, at her residence. She was born on December 24, 1961, in Mecklenburg County, N.C., to the
Linda Frances Vinson, 76, of Statesville, N.C., passed away on October 11, 2022. Mrs. Vinson was born November 12, 1945, to Mr. Francis Guigou and Mrs. Ruby Black Guigou. She
FROM STAFF REPORTS Three men face charges as a result of an Iredell County Sheriff’s Office investigation of a drug-related shooting that occurred outside a home near Mooresville last month.
BY KARISSA MILLER The Iredell-Statesville Schools Board of Education approved changes to the district’s meal policies on Monday. The updated policy will eliminate a provision that students who have unpaid
Special to Iredell Free News Seniors who are aging into Medicare or want to explore their options for 2023 can attend a virtual seminar from the comfort of their own
Mr. Torie Lynn Setzer, 53, was born in Iredell County, N.C., on July 23, 1969, to the late Samuel Alonzo Mott and Maggie Lorene Shuford Setzer. He departed this life
Martha Jane Simmerman, 82, died October 10, 2022, at Autumn Care of Marion, N.C. Born in Guilford County, N.C., on June 3, 1940, she was a daughter of the late
BY KARISSA MILLER Bobcat Co., a global leader in the compact equipment industry, marked the completion of its new $70 million manufacturing facility expansion in Statesville on Wednesday with a
BY DEBBIE PAGE debbiepage.iredellfreenews@gmail.com Troutman Council members addressed recent criticism about town growth and infrastructure during the council’s agenda briefing on Monday afternoon, correcting a misinterpretation of a state law
Special to Iredell Free News Greg Atkinson of Atkinson Acres Farms will host HempStock, a fall festival, on Saturday, October 15, from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. Admission is free
Special to Iredell Free News Brevard Street will be closed between First Avenue and Stockton Street for approximately two weeks beginning Monday, October 17. The Stormwater Division will be replacing
Wiley Henderson, 89, of Statesville, N.C., passed away on October 11, 2022, at Gordon Hospice House after a brief illness. Wiley was born February 17, 1933, in Iredell County, N.C.,
Phyllis Nanney Hardwick, 82, of Kernersville, N.C., and formerly of Statesville, N.C., died Monday, October 10, 2022, at Yadkin Nursing Care in Yadkinville, N.C. She was born in Iredell County
TOWN OF TROUTMAN WATER SYSTEM AIA REQUEST FOR QUALIFICATIONS (RFQ) ENGINEERING SERVICES The Town of Troutman is seeking professional engineering services for design, permit approval, bidding, construction observation and contract administration
Free Parking During the weekend, FREE parking for all patrons is located at the Park & Ride, at the Iredell County Fairgrounds, located at 630 N. Main St, Troutman, NC
FROM STAFF REPORTS A northern Iredell County resident faces multiple counts of larceny of a motor vehicle following an investigation by the Iredell County Sheriff’s Office. Sheriff Darren Campbell announced
2022 Entertainment Schedule MAIN STAGE Friday, October 14 ♦ Bing Futch 3 – 4:30 P.M. ♦ Dani Kerr and the Skeleton Krew 5 -6:30 P.M. ♦ Albannach 7:30 – 8:15
Welcome to 47th Flow Carolina BalloonFest! Relax under Carolina blue skies between early morning and late afternoon balloon launches. Bring your lawn chairs or blankets to relax and enjoy the