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Daven Labron Allison

Posted on February 19, 2022 by Mike Fuhrman

Daven Labron Allison, given the nickname “Spanky” by his grandfather, Zeb Allison, was born February 27, 1973, to the late Frances Ann Allison. Due to the effects of COVID, he

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CRTPO awards funding for projects in Mooresville, Troutman

Posted on February 19, 2022 by Mike Fuhrman

Special to Iredell Free News The Charlotte Regional Transportation Planning Organization (CRTPO) Board approved more than $51 million in funding for several regional transportation projects at its February 16 meeting.

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Witness: Defendant picked Shana Harmon up at apartment on day she was killed

Posted on February 18, 2022 by Mike Fuhrman

BY MIKE FUHRMAN During the first two days of Jhammar Vernon Bowen’s trial in Iredell County Superior Court, the prosecutor presented evidence detailing Shana Nichole Harmon’s troubled life on the

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Real Life 101: High school students get lessons on how to prepare for adulthood

Posted on February 18, 2022 by Mike Fuhrman

BY BRANDY TEMPLETON About 60 Lake Norman High School students received plenty of advice this week about how to prepare for life after high school. NC Reality Check, NC Works,

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N.C. Board of Elections alerts residents about door-to-door canvassers requesting voter information

Posted on February 18, 2022 by Mike Fuhrman

Special to Iredell Free News RALEIGH — The State Board of Elections is reminding North Carolina residents that state and county election officials will never go door-to-door conducting any type

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Thelma Louise Bryant Owens

Posted on February 18, 2022 by Mike Fuhrman

Thelma Louise Bryant Owens, 89, of Mooresville, N.C., passed away on Thursday, February 17, 2022, at the S. Mitchell Mack Hospice House in Mooresville. Thelma was born on January 7,

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Michelle Diane Overcash

Posted on February 18, 2022 by Mike Fuhrman

Michelle Smyth Overcash, 62, of Statesville, N.C., went to be with our Heavenly Father on February 17,2022, surrounded by many cherished loved ones. She was born April 1, 1959, to

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Emma Lee Miller Marlow

Posted on February 18, 2022 by Mike Fuhrman

Mrs. Emma Lee Miller Marlow, 92, of Statesville, N.C., passed away on Thursday, February 17, 2022, at the Gordon Hospice House. Mrs. Marlow was born in Alexander County, N.C., on

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Foster Clifford Pericciuoli

Posted on February 18, 2022 by Mike Fuhrman

Mr. Foster Clifford Pericciuoli, 76, of Statesville, N.C., passed away unexpectedly on Thursday, February 17, 2022, at his home. Foster, as he was affectionately known, was born in Passaic County,

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Doris C. Morgan

Posted on February 18, 2022 by Mike Fuhrman

Doris C. Morgan, 88, passed away Monday, February 14, 2022, at Springs of Catawba in Hickory, N.C. Born February 27, 1933, in Winston-Salem, N.C., to J. Dorsett Campbell and Jettie

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Kent Edward Lee

Posted on February 18, 2022 by Mike Fuhrman

Kent Edward Lee, 67, of Mooresville, N.C., passed away on Monday, February 14, 2022, at Accordius Healthcare in Statesville, N.C. He was born on March 11, 1954, in Mooresville to

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Robert Edward Patterson

Posted on February 18, 2022 by Mike Fuhrman

Robert Edward Patterson, 101, of Statesville, N.C., passed away Tuesday, February 15, 2022. He was born in Cameron, N.C., on December 17, 1920, to Archie Leighton Patterson and Minnie Myrtle Lemon

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Kelly Eugene Parker

Posted on February 18, 2022 by Mike Fuhrman

Kelly Eugene Parker, 69, of Mooresville, N.C., passed away on Tuesday, February 15, 2022, at Iredell Memorial Hospital in Statesville, N.C. He was born on December 22, 1952, in Mooresville

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Iredell commissioners discuss employee recruitment and retention challenges during winter retreat

Posted on February 17, 2022 by Mike Fuhrman

BY KARISSA MILLER Iredell County commissioners kicked off their annual winter planning retreat Thursday with an in-depth discussion of a study detailing how the pay of county employees compares to

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Forensic pathologist testifies about ‘devastating’ gunshot wounds that killed Shana Harmon

Posted on February 17, 2022 by Mike Fuhrman

BY MIKE FUHRMAN A Statesville woman whose body was found on the back steps of an abandoned home frequently used for drugs and prostitution suffered three gunshot wounds, including two

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Iredell health officials report four more deaths attributed to COVID-19

Posted on February 17, 2022 by Mike Fuhrman

FROM STAFF REPORTS While transmission rates and hospitalizations are declining, individuals who have tested positive for COVID-19 in Iredell County are still dying. The Iredell County Health Department reported two

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Gov. Cooper, N.C. health officials update mask recommendations as COVID-19 metrics improve

Posted on February 17, 2022 by Mike Fuhrman

Special to Iredell Free News RALEIGH — Gov. Roy Cooper and N.C. Department of Health and Human Services Secretary Kody H. Kinsley provided an update on the state’s COVID-19 metrics

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Lois Mae Ruckman Tucker

Posted on February 17, 2022 by Mike Fuhrman

Lois Mae Ruckman Tucker, 84, of Statesville, N.C., and formerly of Hartville, Ohio, went home to be with her Lord on Wednesday, February 16, 2022. Lois is rejoicing in Heaven

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Mark Douglas Brown

Posted on February 17, 2022 by Mike Fuhrman

Mark Douglas Brown, 56, of Sherrills Ford, N.C., returned to his heavenly home on Tuesday, February 15, 2022, at S. Mitchell Mack Hospice House in Mooresville, N.C. He was born

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BestCo LLC planning $177 million expansion in Mooresville

Posted on February 17, 2022 by Mike Fuhrman

Special to Iredell Free News BestCo LLC is planning to expand its manufacturing and distribution facilities in Mooresville Business Park East by more than 400,000 square feet. The company will

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Mooresville commissioners receive update on major town projects, discuss priorities for future

Posted on February 17, 2022 by Mike Fuhrman

Special to Iredell Free News The Mooresville Town Board of Commissioners held its annual retreat on February 11 at The Charles Mack Citizen Center. The day-long meeting included a discussion

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I-SS seeking $90.1 million in state grants for school construction projects

Posted on February 17, 2022 by Mike Fuhrman

BY KARISSA MILLER The Iredell-Statesville Schools Board of Education authorized district administrators to apply for $90.1 million in needs-based public schools capital funding earlier this week. According to I-SS Chief

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Upcoming event to showcase four short films from Full Bloom Film Festival

Posted on February 17, 2022 by Mike Fuhrman

Special to Iredell Free News The Full Bloom Film Festival has become an anticipated annual celebration of diverse films and filmmakers hosted by the Statesville community. But the festival is

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London Bound! LNHS Wildcat Marching Band selected to play in New Year’s Day Parade in 2024

Posted on February 16, 2022 by Mike Fuhrman

BY KARISSA MILLER The Lake Norman High School Wildcat Marching Band will march and perform at the world-famous London’s New Year’s Day Parade in 2024. The Marching Wildcats and other

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Murder trial begins in January 2020 shooting death of Statesville woman

Posted on February 16, 2022 by Mike Fuhrman

BY MIKE FUHRMAN Assistant District Attorney Mikko Red Arrow warned jurors on Wednesday that they would hear some “really unpleasant” testimony as the first-degree murder trial of Jhammar Vernon Bowen

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Leonides Antunez Rebollar

Posted on February 16, 2022 by Mike Fuhrman

Leonides Antunez Rebollar, 57, of Statesville, N.C., passed away on Monday, February 14, 2022. She was born July 7, 1964. A public visitation will be held Saturday, February 19, 2022,

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Helen Faye Sloan Lindsey

Posted on February 16, 2022 by Mike Fuhrman

Helen Faye Sloan Lindsey, 89, walked into the arms of Jesus on Sunday, February 13, 2022. Helen was born December 1, 1932, to the late Ivy Lee and Pearlie Mae

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Randall Todd Patterson

Posted on February 16, 2022 by Mike Fuhrman

Randall Todd Patterson, born on September 28, 1963, went to Heaven to meet his Jesus on Friday, February 11, 2022, after a long, hard-fought battle with COVID-19. Randall was born

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Joyce Lorene Huff

Posted on February 16, 2022 by Mike Fuhrman

Joyce Lorene Huff, 94, of Statesville, N.C., died on Wednesday, February 16, 2022, at the Gordon Hospice House in Statesville. She was born on January 29, 1928, in North Liberty,

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Charles Brantley Aycock Carter Jr.

Posted on February 16, 2022 by Mike Fuhrman

Charles Brantley Aycock Carter Jr., 85, of Statesville, N.C., passed away on Wednesday, February 16, 2022, at Gordon Hospice House. Charles was born on March 8, 1936, in Scotland County,

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William “Pierce” Bolin

Posted on February 16, 2022 by Mike Fuhrman

With heavy hearts, we announce the passing of William “Pierce” Bolin, 95, of Statesville, N.C., on February 15, 2022. Pierce was a dedicated man of God who shared his love

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Jerry Nelson McLelland

Posted on February 16, 2022 by Mike Fuhrman

Jerry Nelson McLelland, 79, was born on October 30, 1942, and passed away on February 15, 2022. Jerry spent his entire life in Statesville, N.C. Jerry passed away peacefully at

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Thomas Harris Bass

Posted on February 16, 2022 by Mike Fuhrman

Thomas Harris Bass, 82, passed away peacefully in his sleep surrounded by his loving family on Sunday, February 13, 2022. Thomas was born on November 28,1939, in Iredell County, N.C.,

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Thomas Edward Cook

Posted on February 16, 2022 by Mike Fuhrman

Thomas “Tommy” Edward Cook, 72, of Statesville, N.C., passed away, Monday, February 14, 2022, at his home. Tommy was born May 1, 1949, in Iredell County and was the son

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NCDHHS encourages state residents to seek mental health support amidst ongoing COVID-19 pandemic

Posted on February 16, 2022 by Mike Fuhrman

Special to Iredell Free News RALEIGH — The N.C. Department of Health and Human Services is encouraging North Carolinians to seek mental health support through the Hope4NC helpline (1-855-587-3463) available

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Sheriff: Salisbury man faces felony drug charges after traffic stop, foot pursuit

Posted on February 16, 2022 by Mike Fuhrman

FROM STAFF REPORTS A Salisbury man faces drug charges after Iredell County Sheriff’s Office deputies stopped him for a traffic violation on Mt. Ulla Highway. Sheriff Darren Campbell announced the

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