Special to Iredell Free News Safe Kids Iredell County Coordinator Caroline Hager was recently presented the 2020 Coalition Coordinator of the Year Award during the annual Safe Kids N.C. Injury
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FROM STAFF REPORTS Two New York men face drug trafficking charges after Iredell County Sheriff’s Office deputies seized more than 36 pounds of marijuana after stopping a vehicle on Interstate
BY DEBBIE PAGE debbiepage.ireellfreenews@gmail.com A mixture of smiles and tears marked the dedication and ribbon cutting for the Officer Jordan H. Sheldon Memorial Dog Park at Cornelius Road Park in
BY BRANDY TEMPLETON The Historic Sharpe House will present “Romeo & Juliet” on June 24, 25, and 26. Before the show, guests can enjoy a 1920’s “Gatsby-styled” lawn party complete
Mr. Jack “Jackie” Edward White, 93, of Statesville, N.C., went home to be with his Lord and Saviour Jesus Christ on Thursday, June 3, 2021, at the Gordon Hospice House.
Kenneth Eugene Taylor, 76, of Statesville, N.C., peacefully went to be with the Lord on Thursday, June 3, 2021, at his home. A native of Iredell County, he was the
With more than 20,000 students, Iredell-Statesville Schools ranks among the 20 largest school districts in North Carolina. Apply for all positions HERE. Administration/Assistant Principal Location: Celeste Henkel Elementary School Administration/Principal
Special to Iredell Free News RALEIGH – The N.C. Department of Transportation is urging teens to slow down, avoid distractions when driving, and buckle up because this is the deadliest
Special to Iredell Free News When you picture someone who is mentally ill, how do you imagine them? Your answer can help you determine if you are feeding into the
Deborah Jean “D.J.” Fuller, 62, of Harmony, N.C., passed away Monday, May 31, 2021, at Davis Regional Medical Center in Iredell County after a long illness. D.J. was born in
Special to Iredell Free News RALEIGH — Gov. Roy Cooper proclaimed June 4 as Gun Violence Awareness Day in North Carolina to raise awareness about and honor the lives of those
Glenna Marie Adams Shaw, 70, of Hiddenite, N.C., died Wednesday, June 2, 2021, at Gordon Hospice House following a long fight with cancer. Born on January 21, 1951, in Elmira,
Garneill Savalas Mozer, 43, passed away on May 31, 2021, at CaroMont Regional Medical Center. He was born in Mecklenburg County, N.C., on July 9, 1977, to Lisa Fern Mozer
EDITOR’S NOTE: Iredell Free News is excited to publish the winning essays in American Renaissance School’s end-of-year “I Can” Essay Contest. Participating students were encouraged to write essays inspiring their
FROM STAFF REPORTS Iredell County Sheriff’s Office investigators seized more than four pounds of crystal methamphetamine after it was dropped off at a residence by a package delivery service. Sheriff
Special to Iredell Free News RALEIGH — The N.C. Department of Health and Human Services announced Thursday that more than 80 percent of adults age 65 and older in the
Piedmont HealthCare is one of the largest physician-owned multi-specialty groups in North Carolina and the Southeast. We are committed to providing excellent care for the whole family. We have more
Kia Hoflich Herrington, 76, of Statesville, N.C., went to be with the Lord on Saturday, May 29, 2021. She was born October 3, 1945, and blessed to the late Harold
Mary “Lucy” Louola Orbison, 79, of Statesville, N.C., passed away peacefully on May 29, 2021, at her home. She was born November 12, 1941, in Iredell County, N.C., the daughter
Mrs. Joann “Tina” Carol Asbury Bullock, 69, of Statesville, N.C., passed away Sunday, May 30, 2021, at Wake Forest University Baptist Medical Center in Winston-Salem, N.C. Tina was born in
Special to Iredell Free News Members of the Troutman community provided Troutman Elementary School with free fresh school-baked cookies. The cookies were delivered to all students and staff each Friday
FROM STAFF REPORTS Two men face multiple felony drug charges after Iredell County Sheriff’s Office deputies seized more than 250 pounds of marijuana during a pair of traffic stops on
Special to Iredell Free News Iredell Health System has officially opened the doors to its new facility, Iredell Mooresville, on Wednesday. Located at 653 Bluefield Road, Iredell Mooresville is the
Special to Iredell Free RALEIGH — Iredell County’s unemployment rate inched up to 4.5 percent in April, according to the N.C. Department of Commerce. The county’s unemployment rate increased from
Special to Iredell Free News RALEIGH — Gov. Roy Cooper and Chief Operating Officer of the North Carolina Office of Recovery and Resiliency (NCORR) Laura Hogshead shared an update Wednesday
BY KARISSA MILLER Iredell County commissioners have approved a $236 million budget for fiscal year 2021-2022. The budget maintains the existing property tax rate of 53.75 cents per $100 valuation.
Alice Ann Simpson King, 77, passed away peacefully on Monday May 31, 2021, surrounded by the comfort and love of her children at the Gordon Hospice House in Statesville, N.C.
James Vernon Kiser, 90, of Statesville, N.C., passed away peacefully May 30, 2021, at his home surrounded by his family. He was born May 1, 1931 in Dickenson County, Va.,
Jeffrey David Adcock, 58, of Statesville, N.C., passed away May 30, 2021, at Gordon Hospice House. He was born June 22, 1962 in Wake County, N.C., the son of the
James “Keith” Call, 56, of Statesville, N.C., passed away after a lung illness, leaving the pains of this world behind. Keith loved to work in years of health. He loved
Esteban Quinones, 59, of Statesville, N.C., passed away at his residence on Tuesday, June 1, 2021. Born in Puerto Rico on October 23, 1961, he was the son of the late
Mrs. Mary Rankin Derr, 88, of Statesville, N.C., peacefully departed this life on Sunday, May 30, 2021, at the Gordon Hospice House in Statesville. She was born in Alexander County
James ‘Mark’ Harper, born January 3, 1961, in Clarksville, Tenn., was tragically lost to us on May 21, 2021, at age 60 as a result of a mechanical failure during
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