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Iredell County Democratic Party to host two-night forum for candidates in Statesville municipal elections

Posted on August 13, 2025 by Mike Fuhrman

Special to IFN Statesville voters will have an opportunity to hear directly from candidates for mayor and city council in a two-night public forum hosted by the Iredell County Democratic

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The Expanding World of Online Casino Entertainment

Posted on August 13, 2025 by Mike Fuhrman

Casino gaming has undergone a massive transformation over the last two decades. While the flashing lights, lively tables, and social buzz of physical casinos remain alluring, technology has introduced an

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What are the Different Types of Proxy Servers?

Posted on August 13, 2025 by Mike Fuhrman

Have you ever wondered how the internet can act like a well-guarded fortress one moment and an open highway the next? Proxy servers are the clever middlemen that make this

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Merkur: From Nostalgia to Modern Online Gaming – A Legacy Reimagined

Posted on August 13, 2025 by Mike Fuhrman

Merkur is a long-established German company that has been active in the gaming industry for many decades. Merkur was founded by Paul Gauselmann, who installed gaming machines and opened his

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How to Install the iPhone Casino App?

Posted on August 13, 2025 by Mike Fuhrman

If you choose the iPhone casino app, you’ll naturally want to install it on your iPhone as quickly as possible. This should be possible if you follow the steps below.

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Android Casino Apps: Best Real Money Casinos for Android

Posted on August 13, 2025 by Mike Fuhrman

Non GamStop casinos are now also offered as mobile Android casino apps, giving players access to mobile-friendly non GamStop games anytime, anywhere. The Android casino app is free and includes

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Caroline Hayes Bentley

Posted on August 12, 2025 by Mike Fuhrman

Caroline Hayes Bentley went to the Lord on August 11, 2025. Beloved wife, mother, grandmother, and friend, she blessed us all with her gentle and loving nature. She perhaps epitomizes

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Susan Elizabeth Mayberry

Posted on August 12, 2025 by Mike Fuhrman

Susan Elizabeth Myers Mayberry, 69, of Statesville, N.C., passed away Monday, August 11, 2025, at the Gordon Hospice House. Susan was born May 29, 1956, in Iredell County to the

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James L. Russ

Posted on August 12, 2025 by Mike Fuhrman

James L. Russ of Troutman, N.C.,, passed away on Sunday, August 10, 2025, at the age of 86, after a brief illness. Born in Cumberland, Md., Jim was the son

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Johnny Lee Smith Jr.

Posted on August 12, 2025 by Mike Fuhrman

Johnny Lee Smith Jr., 79, of Statesville, N.C., passed away on Saturday, August 9, 2025, at Cabarrus Hospital. Johnny was born July 6, 1946, to the late Johnny Lee Smith,

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Patricia Ann Davis

Posted on August 12, 2025 by Mike Fuhrman

Patricia Davis, 71, of Statesville, N.C., passed away at the Gordon Hospice House on August 8, 2025. A native of Washington, D.C., she was born on August 17, 1953, to

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Lucy “Toni” Rudloff

Posted on August 12, 2025 by Mike Fuhrman

On August 7, 2025, Lucy “Toni” Annette Rudloff, 88, passed away at her home in Taylorsville, N.C. She was surrounded by her children who loved her dearly. Toni was born on

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Joy Mae Byers

Posted on August 12, 2025 by Mike Fuhrman

Joy Mae Stewart Byers, 90, of Statesville, N.C., passed away on August 8, 2025, at the Gordon Hospice House in Statesville. A native of Catawba County, N.C., she was the

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NCWorks Career Center-Iredell relocating to Downtown Statesville

Posted on August 12, 2025 by Mike Fuhrman

Special to IFN The NCWorks Career Center-Iredell, which was previously located at 133 Island Ford Road in Statesville, is relocating to a building in downtown Statesville. The previous location closed

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Sheriff: ICSO investigation leads to multiple arrests; narcotics and firearms seized

Posted on August 12, 2025 by Mike Fuhrman

IFN Staff   Eight individuals were arrested and a ninth is wanted in connection with an Iredell County Sheriff’s Office narcotics investigation that culminated in raids on a pair of suspected

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Public comment period begins for periodic review of N.C. election rules

Posted on August 12, 2025 by Mike Fuhrman

Special to IFN RALEIGH — The N.C. State Board of Elections invites members of the public to comment on the State Board’s initial determination that 38 existing administrative rules are necessary.

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On Tap Crafty Brews’ golf event raises $10,000 for Rainbow Kidz

Posted on August 12, 2025 by Mike Fuhrman

Special to IFN Hosted by Mooresville’s On Tap Crafty Brews, Birdies & Brews is a fun-filled day of charitable fundraising alongside a round of golf. Held at the Mooresville Golf

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Iredell County announces hiring of new opioid settlement program & financial administrator

Posted on August 12, 2025 by Mike Fuhrman

Special to IFN Madison Duncan has been hired as the opioid settlement program & financial administrator for Iredell County. Madison Duncan Duncan, who begins her new role this week, will

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Health Beat: How to be an antimicrobial steward

Posted on August 12, 2025 by Mike Fuhrman

Special to IFN Antibiotics, if used appropriately, can be a powerful tool to combat bacterial infections within the body. As with any medication, if misused, they can do more harm

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Harry “Pop” Lubright Ruddy Jr.

Posted on August 11, 2025 by Mike Fuhrman

Harry “Pop” Lubright Ruddy Jr., 88, of Olin, N.C., passed away Sunday, August 10, 2025, at Iredell Memorial Hospital. Pop was born April 22, 1937, in Birmingham, Ala., to the

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Kevin Lawrence Murray

Posted on August 11, 2025 by Mike Fuhrman

Kevin Lawrence Murray, 67, of Mooresville, N.C., passed away on Sunday, August 3, 2025 at his home. He was born on May 15, 1958, in Charlotte, N.C., son of William

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Dorothy “Dot“ McLaury

Posted on August 11, 2025 by Mike Fuhrman

Dorothy “Dot“ Carolyn Holder McLaury peacefully entered into the gates of heaven on Tuesday, August 5, 2025, and was welcomed by the love of her life, Bill. We can only imagine

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James Alexander Brown

Posted on August 11, 2025 by Mike Fuhrman

James “Buck” Alexander Brown, 79, of Stony Point, N.C., passed away Friday, August 1, 2025, at the Gordon Hospice House following an extended illness. He was born in Iredell County

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James “Norris” Poole

Posted on August 11, 2025 by Mike Fuhrman

James “Norris” Poole, 72, of Taylorsville, N.C., passed away unexpectedly on Sunday, August 10, 2025, at his home. He was born August 7, 1953, in Alexander County, the son of Madia

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James “Jimmy” Jackson

Posted on August 11, 2025 by Mike Fuhrman

James “Jimmy” G. Jackson, 81, of Taylorsville, N.C., passed away on Friday, August 8, 2025, at Catawba Valley Living at Rock Barn in Claremont, N.C. He was born March 4,

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ICSO Felony Arrests: August 1-8

Posted on August 11, 2025 by Mike Fuhrman

IFN Staff The Iredell County Sheriff’s Office reported the following felony arrests: AUGUST 1 ♦ Brian Lee Decker, 54, of White Oaks Road, Mooresville, was served with a true bill

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Town of Mooresville earns strong bond ratings from Moody’s, Standard & Poor’s

Posted on August 11, 2025 by Mike Fuhrman

Special to IFN The Town of Mooresville’s issuer bond rating was maintained at AAA by Moody’s, which also maintained the town’s Aa1 rating on its outstanding limited obligation bonds (LOBs).

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How Independent Musicians in Small Towns Are Making It Big with Digital Promotion Tools

Posted on August 11, 2025 by Mike Fuhrman

For years, hopeful singers have needed to open a place in͏ a busy city, like New York or Los Angeles, to have a chance at success in the field. Now

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My go-to trip planner to build flexible and fun itineraries

Posted on August 11, 2025 by Mike Fuhrman

Some travelers are spontaneous. I like a bit of structure. But I don’t want to be tied to a rigid schedule either. For me, the best trips are the ones

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How Smooth UX Turns Playing Into Pure Fun

Posted on August 11, 2025 by Mike Fuhrman

User Experience (UX) not only affects the way we do things as we play games, but it also influences how we feel and act when we play those games. It’s

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How the iGaming Industry Affects the US Economy: Insights from Experts

Posted on August 11, 2025 by Mike Fuhrman

The iGaming industry has come a long way in the United States. What started as a niche corner of the internet has grown into a serious economic powerhouse. With more

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Legislative Update: N.C. General Assembly has several more vetoes to consider

Posted on August 11, 2025 by Mike Fuhrman

BY REP. TODD CARVER The majority of this week’s update is dedicated to discussing the remaining vetoes of Gov. Josh Stein. The remainder will include a short discussion on the

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YMCA campers enjoy the fruits of their labors (Photos)

Posted on August 11, 2025 by Mike Fuhrman

BY BRANDY TEMPLETON Participants in the Statesville Family YMCA’s summer camp learned firsthand how rewarding — and tasty — growing your own food can be. Community Outreach Coordinator Melinda Spencer, who

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Fifth Street Ministries working to support families facing displacement from Brookwood Inn

Posted on August 11, 2025 by Mike Fuhrman

Special to IFN Fifth Street Ministries is working to coordinate the community response for individuals and families facing displacement by the closure of the Brookwood Inn. Roughly 60 family units

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From Farm to Table: Saunders & Sons Grocery offers clean, locally sourced food

Posted on August 10, 2025 by Mike Fuhrman

BY STACIE LETT CAIN In a time when the proliferation of chemicals and preservatives in the food supply chain is a frequent topic of conversation, many people are looking for

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Minnie Loraine Phelan

Posted on August 10, 2025 by Mike Fuhrman

The Lord has opened the door to the room He prepared for Minnie L. Phelan, lovingly known as Lori. She passed away peacefully early Saturday morning, August 9, 2025, after a

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