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IFN Staff The Mooresville Police Department reported the following felony arrests: JUNE 2 ♦ Joey Eugene Richards, 44, of 5th Street, Statesville, charged with two counts of larceny and three
Roy Duane Disher, 71, of Mooresville, N.C., passed away on June 22, 2025. Born in Fort Meade, Md., on February 22, 1954, Roy spent his early years in Connecticut before
Forest Loyd “Mitch” Mitchell, 90, of Statesville, N.C., passed away peacefully on Thursday, June 26, 2025, at the Gordon Hospice House. Mitch was born January 16, 1935, in Iredell County
Ta’Mar Chanel Dixon was born on January 15, 1997, in Statesville, N.C., to LaShonda Smith and the late Brett Lamar Dixon Sr. She departed this life on June 20, 2025,
Carl Roberts, of Harmony, N.C., born on February 2, 1946, in Williamsburg County, S.C., passed away peacefully at his residence on June 26, 2025, following a brief illness. He was
Dorothy Elder Gatton, 90, of Olin, N.C., passed away peacefully at her home on Tuesday, June 24, 2025, following a lengthy illness. She was surrounded and comforted by her family
Louise Thompson Martin February 20, 1942 – June 25, 2025 In the twinkle of the eye, Mrs. Weezer left a life of struggle for restored health, mind and body met
Special to IFN More than 55 million people worldwide are living with some form of dementia. Being a caregiver for someone with this disease can feel like uncharted territory. Ben
Special to IFN RALEIGH As North Carolinians prepare to celebrate Independence Day, the N.C. Office of State Fire Marshal (OSFM) is reminding residents to prioritize safety when using fireworks —
Special to IFN RALEIGH — North Carolina’s seasonally adjusted unemployment rate remained at 3.7 percent in May, unchanged from April’s revised rate. The national rate remained at 4.2 percent. The
Special to IFN Horizon Church in Statesville hosted area pastor and author Michael Maffucci to speak about his recent book, “Submission and Authority: God’s Design for Order,” on June 22
A Letter from Ms. Carolyn Elaine Gray Family, friends, colleagues: The gospel according to Matthew 11:28 says: “Come unto me, all ye that labor and are heavy laden, and I
Doris Ann Bennett, 89, of Statesville, N.C., passed away on Wednesday, June 25, 2025, at Iredell Memorial Hospital. She was born March 6, 1936, in Fayette County, W.Va., the daughter
On Tuesday, June 24, 2025, Sandra Robertson Smith, a beloved wife, mother, grandmother, sister, and friend, peacefully passed away at the age of 77. Born in Statesville, N.C., on March
Peggy Colleen Transou Huffstickler, 91, of Statesville, N.C., passed away Tuesday, June 24, 2025, at Iredell Memorial Hospital. She was born January 22, 1934, in Danville, Va., to the late
It is with heavy hearts and deep respect that we announce the passing of Dennis Arnold Dishmond, who left this world at the age of 70 on June 23, 2025,
Brenda Ann Sinclair Westmoreland, 77, of Mooresville, N.C., passed away on Wednesday, June 24, 2025, at the Gordon Hospice House in Statesville. She was born June 10, 1948, in Iredell
Patricia “Patt” Louise Seyller, 64, of Mooresville, N.C., went to be with her Lord and Savior Jesus Christ on June 24, 2025, following complications from a chronic illness. Patt was
It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of our beloved Alex Baker, who left this world far too soon on June 17, 2025, at age 21. Born
BY KEVIN IMM Trinity Fire Department personnel were alerted for a structure fire on Weston Road about 1:43 p.m. on Thursday. Firefighters from Monticello, Central, Stony Point fire departments, along
BY KEVIN IMM Troutman Fire & Rescue, Troutman Police Department and Iredell County EMS personnel were dispatched to an overturned vehicle with entrapment on Perry Road about 10:55 a.m. Thursday.
Special to IFN Thanks to the Miracle-Ear Foundation, Statesville resident Najee Glover is looking forward to continuing to learn to play the guitar and being able to hear his girlfriend’s
Special to IFN RALEIGH — The State Board of Elections made appointments to the 100 county boards of elections in North Carolina during its meeting Tuesday. Appointed to the Iredell County
Special to IFN FOODiversity staff members will report the impacts of the Mooresville-based nonprofit’s Food Delivery Program, Early Introduction Parent Program, and disaster relief efforts during this weekend’s Center for
Special to IFN Gov. Josh Stein on Wednesday inducted nine North Carolinians into the Order of the Long Leaf Pine for their contributions to our state. “I am proud to
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Special to IFN Iredell-Statesville Schools Superintendent Jeff James on Wednesday announced the appointment of Nic Allen as the new principal of Lake Norman High School. Allen, who currently serves as
Mrs. Gwen A. Coley, 87, of Statesville, N.C., departed this earth on June 25, 2025, at the Gordon Hospice House and immediately stepped into the arms of her Lord and
Michael “Fluke” Lee Smith, 68, of Statesville, N.C., passed away Tuesday, June 24, 2025, at the S. Mitchell Mack Hospice House in Mooresville. Mike was born September 23, 1956, in
Anita Irene Irwin Smith, 79, of Troutman, N.C., passed away Tuesday, June 24, 2025, at the Gordon Hospice House. Anita was born December 7, 1945, in Wichita, Kan., to the
Lester Sealey Wiseman of Mooresville, N.C., passed away on June 22, 2025, at Iredell Memorial Hospital. He was born on July 31, 1940, in McDowell County, N.C., to Cecil S.
Mesha Lashea Wike, 43, of Taylorsville, N.C., passed away suddenly on Sunday, June 22, 2025, at Catawba Valley Medical Center. Mesha was born October 13, 1981, in Alexander County, the
Jimmie Ray Terrell Jr., 59, of Statesville, N.C., passed away peacefully in the company of his fiancée and close friend on Sunday, June 22, 2025, after a period of declining
Special to IFN Duke Health Lake Norman Hospital celebrated a significant milestone that marked the integration of mission, values, and care during its inaugural White Coat Ceremony on June 18.
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