Barbara Jean Horst (Throop), 95, passed away peacefully on December 16, 2025, in Statesville, N.C. Barbara was born on August 9, 1930, in Ashtabula, Ohio, to Orletta Throop (Baylor) and Niles
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Robert Wayne Austin, 79, of Mooresville, N.C., passed away on Monday, December 15, 2025, at his home. He was born on January 2, 1946, in Southport, N.C., to the late
Neil Richard Martin, 57, of Statesville, N.C., passed away unexpectedly on December 9, 2025, at Atrium Wake Forest Medical Center in Forsyth County, N.C., surrounded by his loving family. Neil
Bruce Gerald Aasen Sr., 91, passed away peacefully in the comfort of his home on December 9, 2025. Bruce was born on June 20, 1934, in Arnegard, N.D., as Bruce
Nancy Gerilyn Kennedy Smithson, 69, of Mooresville, N.C., passed away unexpectedly on Monday, December 15, 2025, at her home along side her husband. She was born on August 19, 1956,
BY BRITTANI CRAMER-JONES The holidays are always a special time to engage in family activities. It’s the time of year to pick pumpkins at the local pumpkin patch, eat too
Special to IFN FeedNC, a Mooresville-based nonprofit, has launched a first-of-its-kind Emergency Epinephrine Initiative to make its free community dining center safer for families and individuals with food allergies. As
Special to IFN RALEIGH — The N.C. Department of Health and Human Services is reporting the first pediatric flu-related death for the 2025-2026 flu season. A child in the western region
Advice-driven industries such as consulting, financial planning, legal services, and marketing rely heavily on their expertise to guide clients toward sound decisions. While offering guidance and professional insights can be
Logging into a casino app used to mean typing out a password that got forgotten half the time or pinched the other half. In 2025 fingerprint and face scans have
Unused firearms raise questions about safety, responsibility, and long-term planning that families cannot overlook. As such, each firearm influences how a home manages access, storage, and future decision-making, and these
There’s something almost absurd about watching a lecture hall full of students stare at laptops while a professor talks. Half are taking notes. The other half? Probably shopping or scrolling
When people think about childhood trauma, they might have these dramatic pictures in their heads. However, a child can be traumatized or affected by every situation in which they weren’t
When you decide it’s time to part with that worn-out sofa, cracked cabinet or old mattress, you might wonder: where does it all go? Tossing bulky furniture in the trash
Sylvia Levan Lackey, 75, of Statesville, N.C., passed away Monday, December 15, 2025, at Iredell Memorial Hospital. Sylvia was born February 12, 1950, in Iredell County to the late Floyd
Jose Nelson Cisneros, a devoted husband, loving father, cherished grandfather, beloved brother, and dear friend, was peacefully called home to be with the Lord on December 11, 2025. Surrounded by
Loretta Jane Minton Anders, beloved wife, mother, sister, and friend, passed away peacefully on December 15, 2025, in her hometown of Statesville, N.C. She was 70 years old. Born on
James R. Ferguson of Taylorsville, N.C., passed away December 14, 2025, with family around him. Jim lived his early life in Liledoun and later in Wittenburg on Lake Hickory. He was
Robert Allen “Bobby” Benfield, 63, of Statesville, N.C., passed away on December 9, 2025, at the S. Mitchell Mack Hospice House in Mooresville, N.C. A native of Iredell County, Bobby
BY KARISSA MILLER Local high school students recently participated in the 2025 North Carolina Future Business Leaders of America (FBLA) Northwest Regional Leadership Conference at Mitchell Community College. The event
Special to IFN Local balloon pilots donated more than 2.5 tons of food to Iredell Christian Ministries this week thanks to the support of the community during last weekend’s drive-thru
Special to IFN The Iredell County Public Library has received a service innovation award from the N.C. Public Library Director’s Association for its Book Box service, an engaging program created
BY DONNA SWICEGOOD Statesville City Council on Monday approved an economic incentive of $219,115 for a manufacturing company planning to expand its local facility. The grant for GMS Fabrication Inc.
IFN Staff The Mooresville Police Department has concluded that a shooting incident that occurred over the weekend at Meadowlark Glen Apartments was gang related. The MPD received several phone calls from concerned
Building a long-term skin care routine is one of the best things you can do for your skin. Just like other parts of your health, your skin needs consistency, care,
Schools should be safe places for learning and growth. However, concerns about violence and threats are rising. To tackle this, improving campus security is very important. Communities want practical ways
Entering the world of cryptocurrency can be an exciting opportunity. You might have heard stories about people making money by investing in digital currencies. While this can happen, it also
Farming on a large scale can be challenging, but with the right strategies, it can also be rewarding. To run a successful large farm, it’s essential to adopt smart practices
To attract customers and keep their interest, retail stores need creativity and strategy. Having great products is not enough. Effective promotion is key to success. From eye-catching displays to smart
Knowing when to seek emergency or urgent veterinary care is essential for pet owners. This knowledge can help you make informed decisions during critical moments. This article will guide you
Tennessee casinos can feel like a myth locals keep hearing about but never quite see in the wild. And since they don’t operate the way they do in neighboring states,
Finding the best real money online casinos in Texas is a bit like chasing the perfect brisket — the basics are simple, but the quality makes all the difference. After
Most people see the finished work: a haircut that lands just right, a repaired furnace that hums again, a clean stretch of highway after a night of storms. What rarely
A few years ago, the idea of making extra money outside a traditional job still felt uncertain. Today, people in Iredell County are finding ways to turn hobbies and everyday
After an accident in North Carolina, receiving a settlement offer from the insurance company might feel like a huge relief. However, these initial offers are often much lower than what
IFN Staff A western Iredell County resident faces a felony gun charge after being stopped by an Iredell County Sheriff’s Office for displaying a fake license plate. Sheriff Darren Campbell



