David Everett Austin, after living a beautiful life of 80 years, left for his greatest journey of all on April 13, 2021. He was born in Charlotte, N.C., on July
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Special to Iredell Free News RALEIGH — The N.C. Department of Insurance has ended its legal dispute with the North Carolina Rate Bureau on its proposed 18.7 percent dwelling insurance rate
Special to Iredell Free News Effective Saturday, May 1, the Iredell County Public Library will ease restrictions on its services. Saturday hours will resume at all locations, making the operating
BY DEBBIE PAGE debbiepage.iredellfreenews@gmail.com The Troutman ABC Board reviewed continuing strong sales figures in its third quarter analysis this week. Board Chairman Layton Getsinger predicted the store will reach $2.5
Special to Iredell Free News In anticipation of the broad interest in Monday night’s Statesville City Council meeting, the following procedures have been established for persons wishing to attend and/or
Gerald “Jerry” Marshall Reynolds, 67, of Catawba, N.C., passed away on Friday, April 16, 2021, at the Gordon Hospice House in Statesville, N.C. Jerry was born November 9, 1953, in
Larry William Johnson, affectionately know as the “Pasta Man,” 77, of Statesville, N.C., passed away on Thursday, April 15, 2021, at the Gordon Hospice House. Larry was born July 20,
Special to Iredell Free News Organizers of the 2021 Love United Iredell campaign announced Friday afternoon that Doosan Bobcat has agreed to match up to $4,000 in contributions made this
Special to Iredell Free News Pharos Parenting, formerly SCAN, will host an outdoor charity concert benefiting child abuse prevention in Iredell County. Rockin’ for a Reason, featuring Too Much Sylvia,
BY DEBBIE PAGE debbiepage.iredellfreenews@gmail.com The Troutman Board of Adjustment granted two appeals on Thursday afternoon that settled a three-year quest related to a church sign and paved the way for
Special to Iredell Free News The City of Statesville has released its 2020 Water Quality Report, which shows the city’s drinking water meets or exceeds every health standard developed by
Henry Louis Freeland, 84, of Mount Ulla, N.C., passed away on Thursday, April 15, 2021, at Iredell Memorial Hospital. He was born on November 11, 1936, in Iredell County, N.C.,
Denise Anne Kelly Robertson, 72, of Huntersville, N.C., passed away on April 14, 2021. She was born on April 6, 1949 in Boston, Mass., to Albert and Anastasia Crawford Kelly.
Joseph “Joe” John Bruno, 66, of Mooresville, N.C., passed away on Wednesday, April 14, 2021. He was born on March 5, 1955, in Jersey City, N.J., to the late Delores
Berly Woody Myers Jr., 79, of Statesville, N.C., passed away on April 14, 2021, at Iredell Memorial Hospital. Mr. Myers was born June 20, 1941, in Iredell County and was
Donald Harold Pardue, 72, of Harmony, N.C., went to be with his Heavenly Father on April 14, 2021, at his home. He was born September 24, 1948, in Surry County,
Special to Iredell Free News The N.C. Department of Transportation will close one ramp on Interstate 77 in Statesville over the weekend. The East Broad Street exit (Exit 50) at
Evadine Mead Preston, who went by Dina, passed away on April 12, 2021, at 10:50 p.m. at Novant Presbyterian Hospital. Dina is survived by her loving daughters, Erin Preston and
Amanda Jackson Lippard, 36, of Troutman, N.C. passed away April 11, 2021, in Charlotte, N.C. Amanda was born March 24, 1985, in Beckley, W.Va., to Erica Walser and Randy Jackson.
Brian Keith Swicegood, 47, of Hiddenite, N.C., left this world to be with Jesus on Sunday, April 11, 2021, at his home. Brian was born in Statesville, N.C., on September
BY JEFF JAMES Iredell-Statesville Schools returned to full-time face-to-face learning in pre-K through 12th grade on April 7. For many students, April 7 was like the “first day of school”
BY DEBBIE PAGE debbiepage.iredellfreenews@gmail.com The Community Bluegrass Jam spring series kicked off Monday evening at its new location at Troutman’s ESC Park. Community members were invited to bring their instruments
David Lee Marshall Sr. passed away unexpectedly on April 13, 2021, at the age of 70 following surgery. David is survived by his wife Helen Copeland Marshall (of the home);
Timothy Morrow Feimster, 61, of Scotts, N.C., passed away on Wednesday, April 14, 2021. Tim was born on April 3, 1960, in Taylorsville, N.C., and was the son of Mary
Special to Iredell Free News Mitchell Community College’s Marketing and Communications team was recently awarded three gold, seven silver and three bronze awards in 2020 national higher education marketing competitions.
Special to Iredell Free News After a recent homicide and a long history of disturbances, drug violations and countless calls to the Statesville Police Department about illegal activity, the property
John J. “Duke” Scott was born on April 2, 1932, and was the son of the late Wilma McCelland and J. Lynn Roosevelt Scott of Shiloh. He departed this life
Special to Iredell Free News The City of Statesville’s traditional Arbor Day festivities have had to be adjusted for a second year, but there are still plenty of ways for
BY BRANDY TEMPLETON Joe Troutman was just a boy when he first became interested in funerals. In 1945, when he was eight years old, his family lived near Race Street
Desmond Jaleel Hayes, 2, died on Tuesday, April 6, 2021. Celebration of Life Services will be conducted Thursday, April 15, 2021, at 2 p.m. at Lake Norman Calvary Chapel in
Mrs. Janis Kay Daniels Cashion, 79, of Statesville, N.C., went home to be with her Lord and Savior Jesus Christ on Sunday, April 11, 2021. She now resides in her
BY KARISSA MILLER The Iredell County Board of Commissioners honored Stephen Snow, who recently retired as assistant director of Iredell County EMS, for his 32 years of service and contributions to the
BY MELINDA SKUTNICK With students back in the classroom, Mooresville Graded School District administrators are exploring additional opportunities for in-person learning. Planning is underway for a six-week summer program for
BY KARISSA MILLER There are businesses in the community looking to add members to their team this year, and East Iredell Middle School wants to connect adults and youth in
Roy Lee Hargrove, 88, of Statesville, N.C., passed away Monday, April 12, 2021, at his residence. Roy was born November 2, 1932, in La Center, Ky., and was the son
Mrs. Ona Faye Porter Blevins, 89, recently of Hendersonville and formerly of Hartness Road, Statesville, N.C., passed peacefully into the arms of the Lord on Saturday, April 10, 2020, in