Special to Iredell Free News The Iredell County Sheriff’s Office is seeking assistance in identifying a subject involved in an armed robbery at a business at 2159 Old Mountain Road
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Special to Iredell Free News Scams related to cryptocurrency jumped from the seventh riskiest scam in 2020 to second riskiest in 2021, according to the 2021 BBB Scam Tracker Risk
Iva Jean LeVan, 80, of Statesville, N.C., passed away Saturday, March 12, 2022, at her home. Jean was born in Elkhorn, W.Va., on March 12, 1942, to the late William
BY BRANDY TEMPLETON Iredell County Animal Services and Control is launching a new program, “Books and Buddies,” to encourage volunteers to come in and read books to shelter animals. Tracy
Founder Sport Group is the home of Alleson Athletic, Badger Sportswear, Garb Athletics, and Teamwork Athletic Apparel. The team members at Founder Sport Group are the most passionate and dedicated
FROM STAFF REPORTS The Iredell County Sheriff’s Office reported the following felony arrests: MARCH 3 ♦ Joel Bradley, 55, of Brevard Street, Statesville, charged with possession with intent to manufacture
FROM STAFF REPORTS The number of new laboratory-confirmed cases of COVID-19 in Iredell County continued to decline dramatically this week, along with the number of new deaths attributed to the
Special to Iredell Free News All ages and ability levels are invited to play laser tag next weekend to raise money for nonprofit projects throughout Iredell County. The benefit, which
BY KARISSA MILLER Clarissa Young knows the impact that the Boys & Girls Club can have on a child and a community. Young, who is the executive director of the
Julia Annette Johnson Jurney, 56, of Statesville, N.C., passed away on Saturday, March 12, 2022, at Iredell Memorial Hospital. Julia was born on August 16, 1965, in Iredell County and
Donald Martin Parsons, 86, of Harmony, N.C., passed away March 11, 2022, at Gordan Hospice House in Statesville, N.C., after a brief illness. Donald was born in Ashe County, N.C.,
Robert Stephen Bowers, 72, our devoted husband and father, went to be home with his Lord and Savior on March 8, 2022. Mr. Bowers, known to all as Steve, passed
FROM STAFF REPORTS The Mooresville Police Department reported the following felony arrests: FEBRUARY 22 ♦ Brandon Lavar Batts, 42, of Gray Willow Street, Mooresville, charged with obtain property by false
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Special to Iredell Free News The General Federation of Women’s Club of North Carolina Statesville Woman’s Club recently held its March meeting at the historic clubhouse with guest speaker Suzanne
Special to Iredell Free News Thanks to two successful fundraising days this week, The Barcelona Burger & Beer Garden and Aliño Pizzeria will donate $71,861 to World Central Kitchen to
Special to Iredell Free News RALEIGH — Before daylight saving time begins on Sunday, March 13, Insurance Commissioner Mike Causey reminds everyone to change the batteries in your household smoke and
Mr. George “Ralph” Holbrook, 75, died Thursday, March 10, 2022, at the Gordon Hospice House in Statesville, N.C.. Born in Iredell County on May 27, 1946, he was a son
Henry Carnell Benton, 68, of Statesville, N.C., died Tuesday, March 8, 2022, at Iredell Memorial Hospital. Born on July 3, 1953, in Robeson County, N.C., he was the son of
BY DEBBIE PAGE debbiepage.iredellfreenews@gmail.com The Troutman Town Council concluded its strategic planning sessions for the next fiscal year with presentations from the finance, parks and recreation, and planning departments on
FROM STAFF REPORTS A Charlotte man faces drug and weapons charges after being apprehended by Iredell County Sheriff’s Office deputies following a pursuit on Interstate 77. Sheriff Darren Campbell announced
Special to Iredell Free News The deadline for high school seniors to apply for an Empowering the Future scholarship from EnergyUnited is almost here. Applications are due by no later
Special to Iredell Free News Local realtor Brittany Marlow was recognized on Thursday by the Downtown Statesville Development Corporation as DSDC’s 2021 Main Street Champion. The award was presented during
Cecelia Kay Chauncey Matthews, 59, of Statesville, N.C., passed away on Tuesday, March 8, 2022, at her home. Born on July 15, 1962, in Caldwell County, she was the daughter
Special to Iredell Free News Have you ever found yourself tired of a certain food or not excited about your meals and snacks? If this sounds like you, you may
Special to Iredell Free News The Iredell County Public Library will have extended service hours at its main branch in downtown Statesville beginning Monday, March 14. The Statesville library will
FROM STAFF REPORTS A Kings Mountain woman faces drug trafficking charges following an investigation by the Iredell County Sheriff’s Office. Sheriff Darren Campbell announced the arrest of April Lynn Humphries,
Bobby Dale White of Statesville, N.C., passed away peacefully in his sleep on Tuesday, March 8, 2022, following a lengthy illness. Funeral Services will be held on Sunday, March 13,
Louise Reves Austin, 94, of Statesville, N.C., passed away peacefully on Tuesday, March 8, 2022, at S. Mitchell Mack Hospice House in Mooresville, N.C. She was born on November 18, 1927,
Special to Iredell Free News Local business owner James H. Pressly has announced his candidacy for an at-large seat on the Statesville City Council. Pressly, 35, is the son of
BY DEBBIE PAGE debbiepage.iredellfreenews@gmail.com The Town of Troutman is in the market for a new auditing firm due to delays in the annual audit report. Finance Director Justin Mundy presented
Johnsie Jordan McAlister, 79, of Mooresville, N.C., passed away on Tuesday, March 8, 2022, at the Citadel Nursing Home in Mooresville. She was born on February 15, 1943, in Mooresville
Victoria Guerin, 79, of Mooresville, N.C., passed away peacefully at her home on Monday, March 7, 2022. She was born on June 2, 1942, in New York to the late John and
Mary “Joan” Hamilton Schmidt, 82, of Mooresville, N.C., passed away on Monday, March 7, 2022. She was born on September 24, 1939, in Baltimore, Md., to the late Gerard and
Jeremy Hill, 43, of Troutman, N.C., passed away on Sunday, March 6, 2022, at his residence. He was born on January 29, 1979, in Welch, W.Va., to Brenda Blankenship Lester
Donald “Don” Raymond Markofski, 85, of Mooresville, N.C., went home to be with the Lord on Saturday, March 5, 2022. He was born on February 22, 1937, in Luzerne County,