Gallant Douglas Miller, 74, of Davidson, N.C., passed away on Thursday, January 30, 2025, at his home surrounded by loved ones. He was born on February 21, 1950, in Charlotte,
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It is with great sadness we announce the passing of James William “Bill” Blake, 76, of Mooresville, N.C. Bill entered into rest on Wednesday, January 29, 2025, surrounded by his
Sandra Gillian Gillispie, 67, passed away Friday, January 31, 2025. Sandra was born in Beckley, W.Va., on July 10, 1957, to the late Jack Gillian and Emmagene Cales Gillian. Sandra
Darris Lee Hardin Black, 94, of Statesville, N.C., passed away Friday, January 31, 2025. Darris was born December 28, 1930, in Cabarrus County and was the daughter of the late
BY DONNA SWICEGOOD Special Olympics athlete Brett Troutman, with his medals draped around his neck, issued a challenge to the community during the Statesville City Council meeting on January 13.
Special to IFN Trinity Episcopal Church held its 22nd Annual Oyster Roast on January 17 to raise money for the church’s Outreach Ministry. Rowdy Armistead, chair of the event, said
IFN Staff A northern Iredell County man faces two felony charges and two misdemeanors following an Iredell County Sheriff’s Office investigation into stolen timber. Sheriff Darren Campbell announced the arrest
Special to IFN The following cases were disposed during recent terms of Iredell County Superior Court: ♦ Luis Arreola pleaded guilty to Trafficking in Cocaine and was sentenced to 35-51
CONTRIBUTED Social work plays a vital role in community development, providing essential support and resources to those in need. As North Carolina’s population grows, so does the demand for skilled
Barbara Ann Bowman, 75, was born in Etowah County, Ala., on December 12, 1949, to the Hazel Ann Bowman. She passed away on Monday, January 27, 2025, at her residence.
Evelyn Melzetta Hall Heaggans, 92, of Troutman, N.C., passed away on Tuesday, January 28, 2025, in Statesville, N.C. She was born on March 15, 1932, in Iredell County to the
Wanda Sue Johnson Knox, 57, passed away on Monday, January 27, 2025, in Statesville, N.C. She was born on May 16, 1967, in Iredell County to Clarence “Sonny” Johnson Sr.
Hannah Lee Eidson, 77, of Union Grove, N.C., passed away on Tuesday, January 28, 2025, in Winston-Salem, N.C. She was born on September 12, 1947, in Forsyth County, N.C., to
Julie Anne Pipkin, 65, passed away Thursday, January 30, 2025, at Atrium Hospice of Union County, N.C. Julie was born in Orlando, Florida, on March 2, 1959, to the late
Ronald “Jimmy” Gibson Johnson, 85, of Mooresville, N.C., passed away peacefully on January 28, 2025, at the Gordon Hospice House in Statesville, N.C., after a long and fulfilling life. Born
Douglas Lee Rimmer, 80, of Statesville, N.C., passed away on January 29, 2025, at home surrounded by family following an extended illness. He was born in Alexander County on April
It is with deep sorrow, yet with unshakable hope, that we announce the passing of Janice Dempsey, who went home to be with the Lord on January 25, 2025, at
Officials encourage residents to follow schedule for lawn irrigation and reduce personal vehicle washing Special to IFN The City of Statesville is currently experiencing Stage D1 moderate drought conditions, according
The City of Statesville is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer. We do not discriminate in employment practices based on race, color, religion, sex, national origin, political affiliation, non-disqualifying disability or
BY DONNA SWICEGOOD Children’s Homes of Iredell is celebrating the addition of two new programs designed to help the teens and young adults served by the nonprofit. Children’s Homes’ facility
Special to IFN The Birth Place at Iredell Memorial Hospital announced the following births: JANUARY 22 ♦ A girl, Maxine Yvonne Presnell, born to Phillip and Melinda Presnell of Stony
Special to FIN RALEIGH — North Carolina’s seasonally adjusted unemployment rate in December remained unchanged at 3.7 percent, according to the latest report from the N.C. Department of Commerce. The
IFN Staff Two suspects face drug charges after Iredell County Sheriff’s Office deputies responded to a report to check on the occupants of a vehicle near Mooresville. Sheriff Darren Campbell
IFN Staff A Mooresville man faces multiple felony drug charges following an investigation by the Mooresville Police Department Narcotics Unit. The MPD announced the arrest of Markeith Kane Phifer, 30,
POWER DISTRIBUTION PANELS ADVERTISEMENT FOR BIDS Sealed bids for supplying Three (3) Power Distribution Panels for the Fourth Creek WWTP will be sent out on Monday, February 10, 2025, and
Anna Ball Hemric LeClear, 84, of Taylorsville, N.C., passed away unexpectedly on Wednesday, January 29, 2025, at Frye Regional Medical Center. Anna was born November 20, 1940, in Wilkes County,
BY JEFF CORBETT Some years ago, psychologist William Marston asked 3,000 people this question: “What are you living for?” Some 94 percent of the respondents gave roughly the same answer
Sherry Ann Scott, 55, of Taylorsville, N.C., passed away Wednesday, January 29, 2025, at Carolina Caring of Newton, N.C. She was born on October 30, 1969, in Philadelphia, Pa., the
Sadie Lois Wagoner Holleman, a beloved member of her community and a cherished family matriarch, passed away peacefully at her home on January 29, 2025. Born on June 11, 1941,
Barbara Rosemary Cranfill Riddle, 78, of Troutman, N.C., passed away Wednesday, January 29, 2025, at Iredell Memorial Hospital in Statesville, N.C. Barbara was born in Iredell County on August 2,
Kathleen Small West, 88, passed away Friday, January 24, 2025. She was born October 29, 1936, in Tabor City, N.C., youngest daughter of the late Alexander M. Small and Mollie
BY MIKE FUHRMAN Statesville Mayor Costi Kutteh is not planning to seek re-election in 2025, bringing to an end his tenure as the city’s longest serving mayor. A Statesville native
BY KEVIN IMM Personnel from Shepherds, Troutman, Statesville and Cool Springs fire departments were alerted to a structure fire on Starlight Road near Statesville about 6:29 a.m. on Thursday. Shepherds
BY DEBBIE PAGE After Troutman Planning and Zoning Board members chose Randy Farmer to remain as board chair and Barry General as vice chair during their first meeting of 2025,
Editor’s Note: Neither the suspect in this investigation nor his business are affiliated with Statesville Collision Center, which is located at 114 Victory Lane in Statesville. Special to IFN RALEIGH
Special to IFN Lake Norman Humane is thrilled to announce the upcoming launch of its highly anticipated in-house spay and neuter clinic, the Giving with Grace Spay and Neuter Clinic.