FROM STAFF REPORTS A suspect in multiple hit-and-run collisions was apprehended in Iredell County early Saturday morning after crashing a tractor-trailer into two N.C. Highway Patrol vehicles. Monte Keith Gore,
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By Debbie Page debbiepage.iredellfreenews@gmail.com The Iredell Local Reentry Council continues to expand its horizons as it helps advocate for increases in transitional housing options and seeks funding sources, including opioid
FROM STAFF REPORTS More than 500 deaths in Iredell County have now been attributed to COVID-19. The Iredell County Health Department, which provides a weekly report on deaths each Wednesday,
Jose “Joe” Morales Conesa, 54, of Mooresville, passed away on Saturday, August 27, 2022. A prayer service will be held at 1 p.m. on Tuesday, September 6, 2022, at Cavin-Cook
Virginia Betty Lott Nielsen, 97, of Statesville, N.C., passed away September 3, 2022, at Maple Leaf Health Care in Statesville after a brief illness. Ginny was born August 13, 1925,
James Barnard Brewer, 87, passed away on September 1, 2022. Mr. Brewer was born September 19, 1934, to Mr. Joseph S Brewer and Mrs. Ethel Barnard Brewer. Mr. Brewer served
Cory Michael Llovet, 47, of Statesville, N.C., passed away Wednesday, August 31, 2022. Cory was born November 3, 1974, in Metairie, La., and was the son of Gabito Conrad Llovet
BY JOHN A. SHERRILL As I sat in my recliner one evening, watching some useless television show, I noticed movement through the picture window out on the front lawn. It
Special to Iredell Free News After teaching for more than 31 years, Kae Treadway was ready to enjoy the next stage of her life — retirement. But less than a
Applications are being accepted online only. Apply for open positions online by clicking HERE. Current Openings Assistant Director of Planning Planning Department Athletic Supervisors (Part-Time) Recreation/Parks Department Building Maintenance Technician Recreation/Parks
BY BRANDY TEMPLETON The 86th Iredell County Agricultural Fair officially opened Friday evening at the Iredell County Fairgrounds in Troutman. The fair runs through Saturday, September 10, with nine full
TO THE EDITOR: As one who knew him nearly as long as his mother and father, I resonate when I consider and remember personal characteristics of Robert Wayne Stamey. Each
Barbara Ann Ellis Campbell, 75, of Statesville, N.C., died Thursday, September 1, 2022, at Iredell Memorial Hospital. Born in Greenville, S.C. on February 17, 1947, she was a daughter of
Ruby McHargue Dellinger, 86, of Statesville, N.C., passed away and went to be with her loved ones who have already gone to heaven on Thursday, September 1, 2022. She was
William Clyde Bebber, 96, of Statesville, N.C., passed away September 1, 2022. He was born in Alexander County, N.C., and was the son of the late William Jennings Bebber and
Special to Iredell Free News RALEIGH — Updated boosters are becoming available in North Carolina, following the Food and Drug Administration (FDA) and the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention’s
BY DEBBIE PAGE debbiepage.iredellfreenews@gmail.com The Drug Enforcement Agency is warning law enforcement, parents, teachers, and community members about the influx of “rainbow fentanyl” — made by Mexican drug cartels to
Special to Iredell Free News City of Statesville offices will be closed Monday, September 5, in observance of the Labor Day holiday. GARBAGE COLLECTION The revised garbage and recycling schedule
Gary Lee Shoemaker, 66, of Statesville, N.C., passed away Tuesday, August 30, 2022, at his home. Mr. Shoemaker was born July 22, 1956, the son of the late Robert Shoemaker
Patricia Beveley Overton Brown, 72, of Troutman, N.C., passed away on August 28, 2022, at her home in Iredell County. Pat, as she was so lovingly known, was born on
Mrs. Rosalind Adele Mott Eckles, 72, was born in Rowan County on April 26, 1950, and was the daughter of the late John Mott and Virginia Avery. She departed this
22 I-SS schools and three MGSD schools did not meet state growth targets Special to Iredell Free News North Carolina students improved their performance on state tests during the 2021-22
Special to Iredell Free News September is National Literacy Month, a time to encourage children to pick up a good book and explore new worlds. But many children in Iredell
Special to Iredell Free News The Iredell County Health Department is encouraging residents to be prepared for disasters and emergencies that could happen at any time. National Preparedness Month is
FROM STAFF REPORTS A Statesville woman faces nearly a dozen charges in connection with the theft of two vehicles after being apprehended by Iredell County Sheriff’s Office deputies following a
BY KARISSA MILLER Before the new school year began on Monday educators at Cloverleaf Elementary, an International Baccalaureate (IB) World School, had fun bonding and prepping their classrooms. “We’re very
Special to Iredell Free News Kick off the Labor Day Weekend in Downtown as Red Dirt Revival takes the stage on Friday for the Piedmont HealthCare Friday After 5 Summer
Early Saturday morning, August 27, 2022, Nelle Morrow Borden peacefully passed away surrounded by her daughter and granddaughters. Nelle lived an incredibly full life of 104 years. In 1918 she
Mrs. Betty Faye Pledger Whren, 71, was born in Iredell County, N.C., on September 17, 1950, and was the daughter of the late Samuel Pledger and Gladys Creola Glover Pledger.
Charles Allen Money, 61, of Statesville, N.C., passed away on August 30, 2022, unexpectedly at Gordon Hospice House in Statesville. Allen was born March 23, 1961, in Iredell County to
Joseph “Paul” Trivette, 75, of Harmony, N.C., went to be with the Lord on August 29, 2022. Paul was loved by all who knew him. His love for John Deere
Dortha Mary Ann Pinkston Fraley, 95 of Cleveland, N.C., died Tuesday, August 30, 2022, at the Gordon Hospice House in Statesville, N.C. She was born in Rowan County on March
Special to Iredell Free News The events featured below are just some of the events for the next month at the Iredell County Public Library. Registration is required for all
FROM STAFF REPORTS A South Carolina man faces drug and weapons charges after Iredell County Sheriff’s Office deputies seized more than $125,000 worth of fentanyl from his vehicle following a
FROM STAFF REPORTS A Statesville man was sentenced to more than 30 years in prison after he was convicted of 13 felony charges of sexually abusing two children and forcing