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Beverly Ray Key

Posted on April 3, 2025 by Mike Fuhrman

Mr. Beverly “Bev” Ray Key, 75, of Mooresville, N.C., passed away on Monday, March 31, 2025, at his home. He was born on February 6, 1950, in Henderson, Ky, to

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Carl Difulvio

Posted on April 3, 2025 by Mike Fuhrman

Carl Difulvio, 86, of Statesville, N.C., passed away on Monday, March 31, 2025. He was born in Westmoreland County, Pa., on December 24, 1938, to Charles Difulvio and Elsie Demangone

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Corey “Sam” Lawrence Caldwell

Posted on April 3, 2025 by Mike Fuhrman

Corey “Sam” Lawrence Caldwell, 49, of Statesville, N.C., passed away on Tuesday, March 25, 2025, in Charlotte. He was born in Iredell County on April 18, 1975, to Ronald Allen

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Drucilla Norris Davis

Posted on April 3, 2025 by Mike Fuhrman

Drucilla Mae Norris Davis, a cherished member of her family and community, passed away peacefully on March 31, 2025, at the age of 92. Born on August 26,1932, to Joe

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William Joseph Overby

Posted on April 3, 2025 by Mike Fuhrman

William Joseph Overby, 61, of Holly Springs, N.C., passed away on Sunday, March 23, 2025. He was born on August 16, 1963, in Durham County to Jacob Burton Overby Jr.

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Keith Goforth

Posted on April 3, 2025 by Mike Fuhrman

Rodney Keith Goforth, 68, of Statesville, N.C., passed away Wednesday, April 2, 2025, at the Gordon Hospice House. Keith was born October 24, 1956, in Iredell County to the late

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Gaynelle Bowman Lancaster

Posted on April 3, 2025 by Mike Fuhrman

In loving memory of Gaynelle Bowman Lancaster: Gaynelle, a devoted mother, grandmother and friend, passed away peacefully on March 31, 2025, at the age of 79. She was a beacon of

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Best Ohio Online Casinos – Top OH Casino Sites for Big Real Money Payouts in 2025

Posted on April 3, 2025 by Alex

The Buckeye State’s bustling online gaming scene definitely feels like a wild roller coaster ride. Finding the best Ohio online casinos is tricky, so we had to put our top

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Viewpoint: Denigrating I-SS Board members takes precedence over improving student academic achievement

Posted on April 3, 2025 by Mike Fuhrman

BY MICHAEL KUBINIEC In February of 2025, certain Iredell-Statesville Schools administrators were given an opportunity to rate the Board of Education members in a survey. Results were released and published

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Iredell Health System holds ceremony in honor of National Donate Life Month

Posted on April 3, 2025 by Mike Fuhrman

Special to IFN Staff and community members gathered at the entrance of Iredell Memorial Hospital on Wednesday to pay tribute to the selflessness of organ and tissue donors across the

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Jogging for Mr. G: Third Creek Elementary students honor beloved teacher

Posted on April 3, 2025 by Mike Fuhrman

BY KARISSA MILLER The Third Creek Elementary School community suffered a profound loss when beloved long-time teacher Michael Gercyz died at the beginning of this school year. Gercyz, affectionately known

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Iredell Ready Workforce Forum highlighted educational attainment progress in Iredell County

Posted on April 3, 2025 by Mike Fuhrman

Special to IFN The recent Iredell Ready Workforce Forum, presented by Burroughs Welcome Fund and the North Carolina Science, Mathematics, and Technology Education Center, brought together key community leaders, elected

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Margaret Ruth Schenone

Posted on April 2, 2025 by Mike Fuhrman

Margaret Ruth Migdol Schenone, 78, of Mooresville, N.C., passed away on Monday, March 31, 2025, at Novant Health Huntersville Medical Center. After battling pancreatic cancer, Margie gently left for Heaven

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Lucille Thompson Deaton

Posted on April 2, 2025 by Mike Fuhrman

Lucille Thompson Deaton, 95, of Mooresville, N.C., passed away peacefully on Monday, March 31, 2025, at her residence. She was born on March 26, 1930, in Mooresville, to the late

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Johnny Ray Redfear Sr.

Posted on April 2, 2025 by Mike Fuhrman

Johnny Ray Redfear Sr., 72, of Troutman, N.C., passed away on March 31, 2025, unexpectedly with his loving wife Nora Redfear of 43 years by his side. Preceding Johnny in

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Leroy Charles Whitmer

Posted on April 2, 2025 by Mike Fuhrman

Leroy Charles Whitmer, 95, passed away on March 26, 2025, from natural causes, leaving behind a legacy of hard work, love, and dedication to his family. Leroy was a hardworking

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John William Troutman

Posted on April 2, 2025 by Mike Fuhrman

Mr. John William Troutman, 86, of Raleigh, N.C, and formerly of Lancaster, S.C., passed away peacefully on March 31, 2025, with his son Scott by his side. John was born

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Joe Haithcox

Posted on April 2, 2025 by Mike Fuhrman

Joe Thomas Haithcox, 91, of Olin, N.C., passed away Saturday, March 29, 2025, at Iredell Memorial Hospital. Joe was born in Iredell County on December 13, 1933, and was the

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Photo Gallery: 2025 Special Olympics of Iredell County Spring Games (Day 2)

Posted on April 2, 2025 by Mike Fuhrman

BY BRANDY TEMPLETON Rainy weather didn’t stop participants from competing on day two of the Special Olympics of Iredell County’s Spring Games. Local high school students and adults enjoyed racing,

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Statesville fire marshal lifts local burn ban

Posted on April 2, 2025 by Mike Fuhrman

Special to IFN Statesville Fire Marshal Pete Morrison has lifted the local burn ban for the City of Statesville, effective at 8 a.m. on Wednesday, April 2. This decision follows

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TPD: Suspect faces felony assault charge in connection with stabbing

Posted on April 2, 2025 by Mike Fuhrman

IFN Staff A Catawba man faces a felony assault charge in connection with a stabbing that occurred at the Cedar Stump Pub in Troutman. The Troutman Police Department announced the

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Statesville Dance wins Studio of Excellence Award at Inspire National Dance Competition (Photos)

Posted on April 2, 2025 by Mike Fuhrman

Special to IFN Statesville Dance made a major impact at the Inspire National Dance Competition this past weekend, earning an impressive number of awards and securing the prestigious Studio of

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Commissioner Causey negotiates mobile home insurance rate settlement, cancels hearing

Posted on April 2, 2025 by Mike Fuhrman

Special to IFN RALEIGH — The N.C. Department of Insurance has ended its legal dispute with the North Carolina Rate Bureau over the Rate Bureau’s proposed rate increase for Mobile Home

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Birth Announcements: March 20-28

Posted on April 2, 2025 by Mike Fuhrman

Special to IFN The Birth Place at Iredell Memorial Hospital announced the following births: MARCH 20 ♦ A girl, Ember Volicety Marie Hobbs, born to Kali and Dillen of Hiddenite.

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City of Statesville releases 2024 Water Quality Report

Posted on April 2, 2025 by Mike Fuhrman

Special to IFN The City of Statesville has released its 2024 Water Quality Report, which indicates that the city’s drinking water meets or exceeds all health standards set by the

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Two injured in crash off Morrison Farm Road in Troutman (Photos)

Posted on April 1, 2025 by Mike Fuhrman

BY KEVIN IMM Personnel from Troutman Fire Rescue, the Troutman Police Department, Iredell County EMS and the N.C. Forestry Service responded to a report of a lumber truck off the

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Buddy Wayne Butler

Posted on April 1, 2025 by Mike Fuhrman

Buddy Wayne Butler, 83 passed away on March 29, 2025. Buddy was born on August 16, 1941 in Kermit, Texas, to the late Grady Butler and Dorothea Lewis Butler. In

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SPD: Two suspects charged in connection with armed robbery on Newton Drive

Posted on April 1, 2025 by Mike Fuhrman

IFN Staff Two men have been arrested in connection with an armed robbery that occurred at a store off Newton Drive in Statesville on Sunday. The Statesville Police Department announced

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Betty Ann Suddreth

Posted on April 1, 2025 by Mike Fuhrman

Betty Ann Suddreth, 85, of Taylorsville, N.C., passed away on Monday, March 31, 2025, at Catawba Valley Medical Center. Betty was born September 24, 1939, in Caldwell County, the daughter

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Todd William Klopp

Posted on April 1, 2025 by Mike Fuhrman

Todd “Poke” William Klopp, 68, of Mooresville, N.C., went to be with the Lord and Savior on Wednesday, March 26, 2025. He was born on February 9, 1957, in Lima,

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Martyne White Sheline

Posted on April 1, 2025 by Mike Fuhrman

Martyne White Sheline, 93, of Mooresville, N.C., passed away on Sunday, March 30, 2025 at Cadence Mooresville. She was born on September 18, 1931 in Fielden, Ky. She was the

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Everette Cornelius Campbell

Posted on April 1, 2025 by Mike Fuhrman

Everette Cornelius Campbell, a cherished father, grandfather, and brother, passed away peacefully at his residence in Statesville, N.C.,  on March 30, 2025, following an illness. He was born on October 4, 1932,

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Roy W. Ritter Jr.

Posted on April 1, 2025 by Mike Fuhrman

Roy W. Ritter Jr., 83, of Harmony, N.C., passed away Monday, March 31, 2025, at Iredell Memorial Hospital, following a period of declining health. Roy was born on April 16,

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Photo Gallery: 2025 Special Olympics of Iredell County Spring Games (Day 1)

Posted on April 1, 2025 by Mike Fuhrman

BY BRANDY TEMPLETON The Special Olympics of Iredell County kicked off the Annual Spring Games at Statesville High School on Tuesday morning. After the opening ceremony, which included Statesville Police

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N.C. Attorney General sues federal government over $230 million in cuts to funding for health care

Posted on April 1, 2025 by Mike Fuhrman

Cuts would impact 77 of NC’s 86 local health departments, including the Iredell County Health Department Special to IFN N.C. Attorney General Jeff Jackson on Tuesday filed a lawsuit against

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Duke Health completes acquisition of Lake Norman Regional Medical Center

Posted on April 1, 2025 by Mike Fuhrman

Hospital will be renamed Duke Health Lake Norman Hospital Special to IFN Duke Health has finalized its $284 million acquisition of Lake Norman Regional Medical Center (LNRMC) and related businesses

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