The Lord has opened the door to the room He prepared for Minnie L. Phelan, lovingly known as Lori. She passed away peacefully early Saturday morning, August 9, 2025, after a
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Susan “Suzy” Josey Bess, 72, of Lexington, N.C., met her Heavenly Father on Saturday, August 9, 2025, at Lexington Medical Center lovingly surrounded by her family. She and her sister
Paul Henry Billings, 91, went home to be with the Lord on August 8, 2025, in Augusta, Ga. Born in Statesville, N.C., Paul was the beloved son of the late
It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of Sue Harmon Cranford, who departed this life on August 8, 2025, in Iredell County, N.C., at the age of
Special to IFN Lake Norman Regional Medical Center Nurse Shahbaz Almas has been recognized with the prestigious DAISY Foundation Award. Almas, who works in the Critical Care Unit, is the
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Special to IFN The Iredell County Public Library has finalized the author list for the upcoming Write Local: Iredell Author Fair. The event is set for Saturday, September 27, from
Special to IFN The Intellectual Development Disabilities Collaborative of Iredell County will host a family and community I/DD symposium on Tuesday, August 19. The event, scheduled from 4:30 to 7:30
Special to IFN The Board of Directors and staff of Child Evangelism Fellowship of Western Piedmont NC invite the community to the 3rd Annual Share-a-Meal Fundraiser to support the Good
Felice Wilson, a devoted wife, loving mother, cherished sister, and treasured friend, passed peacefully into eternal rest on July 31, 2025, in Port Saint Lucie, Fla., at the age of
Era Irene Dagenhart, 77, of Stony Point, N.C., passed away Thursday, August 7, 2025, at the Gordon Hospice House in Statesville, N.C., following a brief illness. Irene was born in
Jessica Lynn Oeullette, 76, passed away on August 9, 2025. Jessica was the beloved mother of Danielle and Neil, grandma to Kaitlin and Hailey, sister of Melanie, and mom to
BY STACIE LETT CAIN Mooresville commissioners expressed support for the concept of allowing a cat café in downtown, but that was tempered by a desire to protect other business owners.
Special to IFN Former Councilman John Staford has announced his candidacy for the Ward 5 seat on the Statesville City Council. In his official campaign announcement, Staford said his previous
Special to IFN The Fifth Street Ministries Board of Directors has appointed Tamara Roach as the nonprofit’s new executive director. Roach, a longtime nonprofit leader and advocate for vulnerable populations,
IFN Staff The Statesville Police Department reported the following felony arrests: JULY 22 ♦ James Malcolm Ingram, 25, of Royal Street, East Spencer, charged with felony possession of marijuana, and
Home should be more than a place to crash after a long day—it should be a sanctuary, a space that reflects your personality, meets your needs, and gives you joy
In the world of accounting, compliance rules can feel like an endless stream of new acronyms and adjustments. But some changes, like ASC 842 leases , are too important to
Ila Bea Valentine, 95, of Statesville, N.C., went to be with her Lord and Savior on August 7, 2025. Bea was born on July 20, 1930, in Cosby, Tenn., to
Patricia Elaine Frady, 79, of Statesville, N.C., passed away on Wednesday, August 6, 2025. She was the wife of the late L.C. Frady and the daughter of the late William
Mary Frances Deaton McNeely, 101, of Statesville, N.C., was called Home on August 4, 2025, after a remarkable life marked by deep faith, fierce love, and unwavering strength. She was
Joseph Parsons, 79, passed away on Thursday, July 10, 2025, at Valley Nursing Center. He was born on December 29, 1945, in Taylorsville, N.C., to Isaac Lee Howell and Edna
Everette McKinley Wike, 82, of Taylorsville, N.C., passed away on Thursday, August 7, 2025, at Wilkes Medical Center. He was born July 30, 1943, in Alexander County, the son of the
BY DEBBIE PAGE Local nonprofits and government agencies are working to help residents of the Brookwood Inn who are in danger of becoming homeless when the motel closes at the
IFN Staff Two men face felony charges following an investigation by the Iredell County Sheriff’s Office. Sheriff Darren Campbell announced the arrests of John Anthony Mazzullo, 55, of Crestridge Road,
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Special to IFN Have you ever been accused of sawing logs while you sleep? Do you sometimes wake up more tired than when you went to bed? Dr. Jeffrey Brink,
Special to IFN The talents of Iredell County 4-H youth were on full display this summer through a series of competitions that highlighted their dedication, knowledge, and public speaking skills.
Special to IFN The public is invited to attend the third HEARTS Sacred Grounds, an annual exploration of the burial grounds of the enslaved in the Piedmont region, on Saturday,
Thomas Franklin “Frank” Parlier passed away August 4, 2025. He was born March 27, 1933, to Ethel and Worth Parlier in Statesville, N.C.. Frank graduated from Statesville High School in 1951
Mary Joy Smith Appleby, 74, passed away peacefully on August 3, 2025, at the Gordon Hospice House in Statesville, N.C., surrounded by love and care. Born on October 19, 1950,
Diego Suaste, 33, of Taylorsville, N.C., passed away on Wednesday, July 30, 2025, at his home. He was born October 23, 1991, in Mexico City, Mexico, the son of Rodrigo
Floyd Franklin Warren Jr., a beloved member of his community, passed away on August 5, 2025, at the S. Mitchell Mack Hospice House in Mooresville, N.C., after a lengthy illness.
Nancy Elizabeth Edmunds Banister departed this life on August 3, 2025, after a courageous battle with Alzheimer’s disease. She is preceded in death by her daughter Ashley and her parents,
La-Fretta Yvonne Frazier, 66, peacefully entered eternal rest on August 5, 2025. She was born on March 8, 1959, in Iredell County, N.C., to the late Robert Lee Frazier and
BY BRANDY TEMPLETON The clock is ticking for residents of the Brookwood Inn. About 60 families who reside in the Statesville motel have been instructed to vacate by the end