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Photo Gallery: City of Statesville hosts Arbor Day Celebration

Posted on April 12, 2025 by Mike Fuhrman

BY BRANDY TEMPLETON The City of Statesville held its annual Arbor Day Celebration on Saturday at the Statesville Soccer Complex. There were fire trucks, utility trucks and SPD vehicles for kids

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Iredell County announces Good Friday closings

Posted on April 12, 2025 by Mike Fuhrman

Special to IFN Iredell County offices and services will be closed on Friday, April 18, in observance of Good Friday and the Easter holiday. This includes all units of: •

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City of Statesville announces office closings and sanitation schedule changes for Good Friday

Posted on April 12, 2025 by Mike Fuhrman

Special to IFN City of Statesville offices will be closed on Friday, April 18, in observance of Good Friday. Please note that there will be no garbage collection on that

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Homecoming: Kewaunee Scientific unveils wood carvings commissioned in 1930s by former president

Posted on April 12, 2025 by Mike Fuhrman

BY DONNA SWICEGOOD A journey that began in the 1930s ended this week at the Kewaunee Scientific Corporation in Statesville. Kewaunee representatives unveiled four masterpiece wood carvings that were crafted

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

Posted on April 12, 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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Chairman wants I-SS Board to use staff survey results to guide improvement

Posted on April 12, 2025 by Mike Fuhrman

BY KARISSA MILLER Iredell-Statesville Schools Board of Education Chairman Doug Knight hopes board members will use the results of a recent staff survey as “a baseline for growth and improvement.”

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SPD Felony Arrests: March 26 – April 10

Posted on April 12, 2025 by Mike Fuhrman

IFN Staff The Statesville Police Department reported the following felony arrests: MARCH 26 ♦ Emma Jane Babcock, 33, of Caldwell Avenue, Mooresville, charged with felony interfere with electronic monitoring device

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James Barrett

Posted on April 11, 2025 by Mike Fuhrman

It is with deep sorrow that we announce the passing of James (Camel) Barrett of Terrell, N.C., on April 8, 2025. He passed away peacefully surrounded by his wife Cheri

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Justyn Jack Jenkins

Posted on April 11, 2025 by Mike Fuhrman

Justyn Jack Jenkins, 26, of Mooresville, N.C., passed away on Tuesday, April 8, 2025. He was born on July 15, 1998, in Huntington, N.Y., to Jack Timothy Jenkins and Rowena

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Kenneth Hill Shaner

Posted on April 11, 2025 by Mike Fuhrman

Kenneth Hill Shaner, 87, of Statesville, N.C., passed into the presence of his Lord on April 9, 2025. Ken was born on October 23, 1937, to Lee and Jeane Shaner

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Lee Overcash

Posted on April 11, 2025 by Mike Fuhrman

Lee Roy Overcash, 79, of Troutman, N.C., passed away peacefully on Thursday, April 10, 2025, at the Gordon Hospice House in Statesville, N.C. Lee was born on November 8. 1945,

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Jean Key

Posted on April 11, 2025 by Mike Fuhrman

Jean Helton Key, formerly of Statesville, N.C., completed her work on this earth at 5:27 a.m. on April 10, 2025, after a brief illness. She was born in Lexington, S.C.,

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Judy Hope

Posted on April 11, 2025 by Mike Fuhrman

Judy Monez Nicks Hope, 69, of Statesville, N.C., passed away on Wednesday, April 9, 2025, at Iredell Memorial Hospital. Judy was born December 5, 1955, in Iredell County to the

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Building Relationships: ICSO honors Citizens Academy grads

Posted on April 11, 2025 by Mike Fuhrman

BY BRANDY TEMPLETON The Iredell County Sheriff’s Office recognized its latest class of Citizens Academy graduates on Thursday evening. Among the 27 graduates were several married couples, best friends, and

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City of Statesville Career Opportunities (April 11)

Posted on April 11, 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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Troutman Council selects Citizen of the Year, Organization of the Year

Posted on April 11, 2025 by Mike Fuhrman

BY DEBBIE PAGE The Troutman Town Council selected Ana Johnson as the Citizen of the Year and the Troutman Ruritan Club as Organization of the Year during Thursday night’s meeting.

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County officials monitoring Wilkes-Iredell Fire Department following exodus of significant number of members

Posted on April 11, 2025 by Mike Fuhrman

Special to IFN Representatives from the Iredell and Wilkes County Fire Marshal’s Offices, Wilkes County EMS, Wilkes County Sheriff’s Office, and Emergency Management officials from both counties met with presiding

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The Christian Mission announces opening of the Betty & Randy Marion Center

Posted on April 11, 2025 by Mike Fuhrman

Special to IFN The Christian Mission has announced plans for the grand opening of its new building on May 1, marking a significant milestone in the nonprofit’s mission to serve

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Mooresville Arts announces results of 47th Anniversary SpringFest Judged Show & Competition

Posted on April 11, 2025 by Mike Fuhrman

Special to IFN Eighty-seven artists entered the 47th Anniversary SpringFest Judged Show & Competition, submitting a total of 158 entries. Artists from Mooresville, Cornelius, Davidson, Charlotte and beyond are showcasing their

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NCDHHS urges North Carolinians to “Fight the Bite” to prevent tick- and mosquito-borne diseases

Posted on April 11, 2025 by Mike Fuhrman

Special to IFN RALEIGH — As warmer weather approaches, the N.C. Department of Health and Human Services is urging North Carolinians to “Fight the Bite” by taking measures to reduce

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Town of Love Valley: Advertisement for Bids

Posted on April 11, 2025 by Mike Fuhrman

Project: Love Valley Phase 1 Sewer Improvement Project Owner: Town of Love Valley, North Carolina, 133 Henry Martin Trail, Statesville, NC 28625 Contact: Lisa Riddick, 704-592-2552 Engineer: Tetra Tech Engineering,

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Barbara Jean Parks

Posted on April 10, 2025 by Mike Fuhrman

Barbara Jean Parks, 67, of Statesville, N.C., went home to be with her Lord on Wednesday, April 9, 2025. Born in Iredell County on January 13, 1958, she was the daughter

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Polly Elaine Sharpe

Posted on April 10, 2025 by Mike Fuhrman

Polly Elaine Sharpe, beloved daughter, sister, and friend, passed away peacefully at the age of 78 on April 9, 2025, in Statesville, N.C. Born on May 10, 1946, in Iredell

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Dennis Phillips

Posted on April 10, 2025 by Mike Fuhrman

Dennis Gerald Phillips, 75, went home to be with the Lord on Tuesday, April 8, 2025. He was born on July 8, 1949, in Ashe County, N.C., to the late

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Katherine Davis Allen

Posted on April 10, 2025 by Mike Fuhrman

Katherine Davis Allen, 81, of Hiddenite, N.C., passed away on Saturday, April 5, 2025, at her home. She was born May 4, 1943, in Alexander County, the daughter of the

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Chalice: History and Symbolism

Posted on April 10, 2025 by Mike Fuhrman

The Chalice in History: From Origins to the Present Day The chalice, a sacred vessel destined to hold the consecrated wine during the Eucharistic celebration, plays a central role in

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Viewpoint: The importance of remembering names

Posted on April 10, 2025 by Mike Fuhrman

BY JEFF CORBETT A friend of mine in nursing school shared details of a most unique pop quiz given by her instructor. Among the many questions there was one –

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Buying Your First Used Car Is No Longer a Problem: Here’s Why

Posted on April 10, 2025 by Mike Fuhrman

Imagine this: engine humming, sun hitting the windshield, hands gripping the steering wheel of your very own car. Not leased. Not borrowed. Yours. The freedom is real. And no —

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Best North Carolina Online Gambling Sites (2025) – Top 10 NC Casino Sites, Ranked by Experts

Posted on April 10, 2025 by Alex

You no longer need to visit land-based casinos and sportsbooks like Harrah’s Cherokee Casino Resort and other tribal casinos in the Tar Heel state and Kings Mountain. North Carolina online

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Mooresville Board approves rezoning for 187-unit development, signs off on $10.2 million upgrade for Moor Park

Posted on April 10, 2025 by Mike Fuhrman

BY STACIE LETT CAIN Reversing its decision from October, the Mooresville Town Board of Commissioners unanimously approved a rezoning for the 187-unit Lanterna development on Monday. Colin Brown of Alexander

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I-SS officials outline budget cuts needed to offset $3 million shortfall

Posted on April 10, 2025 by Mike Fuhrman

BY KARISSA MILLER Iredell-Statesville Schools officials are bracing for another challenging budget year — facing a nearly $3 million budget deficit. During the board’s Committee of the Whole meeting on

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Medicaid expansion provides healthcare coverage for 650,000 North Carolinians

Posted on April 10, 2025 by Mike Fuhrman

Special to IFN RALEIGH — Gov. Josh Stein announced that as of Wednesday 650,000 newly eligible North Carolinians have gained access to affordable health care through Medicaid expansion, including veterans and

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MGSD Board approves supplements for teachers and support personnel

Posted on April 10, 2025 by Mike Fuhrman

BY DEBBIE PAGE The Mooresville Graded School District Board of Education approved salary supplements to teachers and instructional support personnel on Tuesday night. Chief Finance Officer Jonathan Smith told the

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Instant Withdrawal Casinos (2025 Update): Top 10 Fastest Payout Casino Sites

Posted on April 10, 2025 by Alex

We all love casinos that offer a good variety of games and generous bonuses — but what we like the most are instant withdrawal casinos.  If this sounds like something

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Shirley Parris Hager

Posted on April 9, 2025 by Mike Fuhrman

Shirley Parris Hager, 82, of Mooresville, N.C., passed away on Monday, April 7, 2025. She was born on September 11, 1942, in Haywood County, N.C., to the late William Dave

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Doris Ann Bowles

Posted on April 9, 2025 by Mike Fuhrman

Doris Ann Bowles, 85, of Statesville, N.C., passed away on Friday, April 4, 2025. A celebration of life for Doris will be held Thursday, May 1, 2025, at 3:30 p.m.

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