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Brown joins practice at Family Care Center of Statesville

Posted on April 21, 2025 by Mike Fuhrman

Special to IFN Nurse Practitioner Hannah Brooke Brown has joined the practice at Family Care Center of Statesville, which is part of the Iredell Physician Network. A board-certified family nurse

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Choosing Where to Retire: Which State Wins—North Carolina or Illinois?

Posted on April 21, 2025 by Mike Fuhrman

Choosing a retirement location is one of the most important decisions you’ll make. If you choose somewhere too expensive, you’ll likely deal with some major financial stress that severely limits

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East Iredell Elementary students showcase their talents on Leadership Day (Photos)

Posted on April 21, 2025 by Mike Fuhrman

BY KARISSA MILLER East Iredell Elementary School welcomed hundreds of parents and community members to the school’s highly anticipated annual Leadership Day on Friday. “We are just so proud of

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Sheriff: Two suspects face drug charges after ICSO investigation leads to seizure of three pounds of crystal meth

Posted on April 21, 2025 by Mike Fuhrman

IFN Staff Two suspects face felony drug charges after an Iredell County Sheriff’s Office investigation that led to the seizure of about three pounds of crystal methamphetamine from a residence

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Legislative Update: Proposed legislation aims to safeguard N.C. farmland, strengthen national security 

Posted on April 21, 2025 by Mike Fuhrman

BY REP. JEFF MCNEELY North Carolina House Bill 133, the NC Farmland and Military Protection Act, represents a prudent and necessary measure to protect our state’s agricultural resources and national

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Iredell County Community Foundation and United Way of Iredell County award $100,000 to initiative serving children and families

Posted on April 21, 2025 by Mike Fuhrman

Special to IFN The Iredell County Community Foundation and the United Way of Iredell County, in partnership with the Iredell Health Foundation, recently announced a joint investment of $100,000 to

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Why the United Kingdom is a Paradise for Literature Lovers

Posted on April 21, 2025 by Mike Fuhrman

The United Kingdom is an incredible literary haven, rich with history and culture, making it a paradise for literature lovers. Beyond its storied past, the UK continues to foster a

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A Quick Guide to Adopting Technology for Small Business Needs

Posted on April 21, 2025 by Mike Fuhrman

Image resource depositphotos.com In 2025, adopting new technology is crucial for small businesses to stay competitive and meet customer demands. Besides enhancing productivity and reducing operational costs, it helps improve

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American Renaissance School: Public Notice

Posted on April 21, 2025 by Mike Fuhrman

The Individuals with Disabilities Education Act (IDEA-Part B, Public Law 108.446) Project is presently being amended. The Project describes the special education programs that American Renaissance proposes for Federal funding

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NCSHP: Claremont man killed in crash on Interstate 40

Posted on April 20, 2025 by Mike Fuhrman

IFN Staff A Claremont man was fatally injured in a single-vehicle crash on Interstate 40 in western Iredell County on Saturday afternoon. Ramon Gustavo Navo-Almanza, 28, died at the scene

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NCSHP: Man faces charges in connection with fatal crash on I-77

Posted on April 20, 2025 by Mike Fuhrman

IFN Staff A Walkerton man faces felony charges in connection with a fatal crash that occurred on Interstate 77 in northern Iredell County on Saturday night. The N.C. Highway Patrol

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ICSO Felony Arrests: April 12-17

Posted on April 20, 2025 by Mike Fuhrman

IFN Staff The Iredell County Sheriff’s Office reported the following felony arrests: APRIL 12 ♦ Norman Eugene Frontis Jr., 68, of Bell Street, Mooresville, charged with identity theft, possession with

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I-SS Board members, staff and student-athletes recognized for accomplishments

Posted on April 20, 2025 by Mike Fuhrman

BY KARISSA MILLER During the Iredell-Statesville Schools Board of Education meeting this week, Superintendent Jeff James recognized two board members for undergoing training this year. Board members Anita Kurn and

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Local legislators show appreciation for Iredell County telecommunicators

Posted on April 20, 2025 by Mike Fuhrman

BY DONNA SWICEGOOD N.C. Rep. Jeff McNeely delivered a simple message during his visit to the Iredell County Emergency Communications Center on Thursday. “Thank you for all your hard work,”

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Hundreds assemble outside Rep. Harrigan’s office to show support for U.S. Constitution (Photos)

Posted on April 20, 2025 by Mike Fuhrman

Special to IFN Indivisible Citizens of Catawba Valley (ICCV) held a gathering in front of Congressman Pat Harrigan’s office in Hickory on Saturday afternoon to show support for the rule

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Willie Arthur Hayes

Posted on April 19, 2025 by Mike Fuhrman

Mr. Willie Arthur Hayes, 76, passed away on Thursday, April 17, 2025, at Salisbury Rehab and Nursing Home in Salisbury, N.C. Visitation is scheduled for 12:30 p.m. on Tuesday, April

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Helen Norman Neely

Posted on April 19, 2025 by Mike Fuhrman

Helen Norman Neely, 83, of Mooresville, N.C., passed away April 17, 2025, at Summit Place of Mooresville. Helen was born November 27, 1941, in Morganton, N.C., to the late Ray

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

Posted on April 19, 2025 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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Local Girl Scout earns Gold Award for educating students about importance of voting

Posted on April 19, 2025 by Mike Fuhrman

Special to IFN Alexandra Stansberry of Girl Scout Troop 2781 in Iredell County has earned the Girl Scout Gold Award for a community leadership and service project that addresses education

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Letter to the Editor: Proposed cuts to Medicaid would harm 2.7 million North Carolinians

Posted on April 19, 2025 by Mike Fuhrman

To the Editor: Medicaid is our country’s single largest source of healthcare coverage, providing crucial healthcare access to more than 72 million low-income Americans, including children, seniors, veterans, those living

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I-SS crowns champions at 2025 robotics competition (Photo Gallery)

Posted on April 19, 2025 by Mike Fuhrman

BY KARISSA MILLER Twenty-one teams of elementary school students and nearly 20 teams of middle school students gathered at Unity Center on Wednesday and Thursday for the Iredell-Statesville Schools First

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Troutman ABC store on track for $3.55 million in sales for current fiscal year

Posted on April 19, 2025 by Mike Fuhrman

BY DEBBIE PAGE The Troutman ABC store continue to surpass budget projections for sales and profits. Troutman ABC Board Chairman Layton Getsinger recently presented the store’s third quarter report to

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Health Beat: Know the risks of colorectal cancer and how to get screened

Posted on April 18, 2025 by Mike Fuhrman

Special to IFN Many people shy away from discussing topics like colonoscopies and gastrointestinal concerns. This is part of the reason why colorectal cancer is the fourth most common cancer

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Mary Ann Stewart

Posted on April 18, 2025 by Mike Fuhrman

On Saturday, February 21, 1959, a beautiful sweet delicate flower was born in Iredell County, N.C., to Keith Stewart and Mary Elizabeth Jordan Stewart. Mary Ann Stewart was educated and graduated

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City of Statesville Career Opportunities (April 18)

Posted on April 18, 2025 by Mike Fuhrman

The City of Statesville is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer. We do not discriminate in employment practices based on race, color, religion, sex, national origin, political affiliation, non-disqualifying disability or

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Martha Jane Graham

Posted on April 18, 2025 by Mike Fuhrman

Martha Jane Anderson Graham, 91, of Mooresville, N.C., passed away on Wednesday, April 16, 2025, at the S. Mitchell Mack Hospice House. She was born on July 5, 1933, in

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Linda Louise Freeze

Posted on April 18, 2025 by Mike Fuhrman

Linda Lambert Freeze, 84, of Mooresville, N.C., passed away on Wednesday, April 16, 2025. She was born on April 10, 1941, in Mooresville to the late James Franklin Lambert and

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Lisa McLain Sherriff

Posted on April 18, 2025 by Mike Fuhrman

Lisa McLain Sherriff, 54, of Statesville, N.C., passed away Wednesday, April 16, 2025, at the Gordon Hospice House. Lisa was born on July 27, 1970, in Iredell County, to Mary

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Viewpoint: An Open Letter to RFK

Posted on April 18, 2025 by Mike Fuhrman

BY KIM EROH Let me tell you about my son. He is an extraordinary human being in every way. His heart is tender, overflowing with compassion, empathy, and kindness. His

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Statesville Council weighing proposal for significant water and sewer rate increases over next decade

Posted on April 18, 2025 by Mike Fuhrman

BY DONNA SWICEGOOD The Statesville City Council is continuing to mull a recommendation by a consultant to significantly increase water and sewer rates over the next decade. During a meeting

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Careers on Wheels exposes sixth-graders to employment opportunities (Photos)

Posted on April 18, 2025 by Mike Fuhrman

Special to IFN Careers on Wheels, a career exploration event, returned on Thursday to the Iredell County Fairgrounds in Troutman. About 2,000 sixth-graders from Iredell-Statesville Schools and the Mooresville Graded

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City of Statesville: Advertisement for Bids

Posted on April 18, 2025 by Mike Fuhrman

ADVERTISEMENT FOR BIDS RFP-Residual Solids A request to obtain Sealed Proposals for the Land Application of Residual Solids will be sent out on Monday, April 28, 2025, and will be

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Gov. Stein outlines priorities to prevent child abuse and neglect

Posted on April 17, 2025 by Mike Fuhrman

Special to IFN RALEIGH — Gov. Josh Stein, Attorney General Jeff Jackson, N.C. Department of Public Safety Secretary Eddie Buffaloe, and N.C. Department of Health and Human Services Secretary Dev

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Helen Levon Campbell Hartness

Posted on April 17, 2025 by Mike Fuhrman

Helen Levon Campbell Hartness, 61, of Statesville, N.C., passed away on Monday, April 14, 2025, at the Gordon Hospice House. She was born in Iredell County on May 27, 1963,

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Gary Moose

Posted on April 17, 2025 by Mike Fuhrman

James Gary Moose, 72, of Statesville, N.C., passed peacefully on Wednesday, April 16, 2025, surrounded by his loving family at the Gordon Hospice House. Born July 21, 1952, he was

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Jeff Jordan

Posted on April 17, 2025 by Mike Fuhrman

Jeff Jordan, 60, passed away April 15, 2025. He was born in Mooresville, N.C., on August 4, 1964, to Harold Jordan Sr. and Nettie Moore Jordan. Jeff was a husband,

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