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Suzanne Watson Markofski

Posted on May 23, 2025 by Mike Fuhrman

Suzanne Watson Markofski, 87, of Mooresville, N.C., went home to be with the Lord on Wednesday, May 21, 2025. She was born on September 27, 1937, in Orangeburg, S,C,, to

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Phillip Wayne Nevills

Posted on May 23, 2025 by Mike Fuhrman

Phillip Wayne Nevills, 77, of Catawba, N.C., passed away May 21, 2025. Phillip was a Vietnam Veteran. He served in the 981st Military Police as a K-9 Handler. He worked

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City of Statesville Career Opportunities (May 23)

Posted on May 23, 2025 by Mike Fuhrman

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

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Mooresville man sentenced to 45 months in prison for defrauding investors and stealing millions in COVID relief funds

Posted on May 23, 2025 by Mike Fuhrman

Special to IFN A Mooresville man was sentenced to serve 45 months in federal prison on Thursday for orchestrating a $6.1 million investment fraud scheme and for fraudulently obtaining more

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Class of 2025: Final class of I-SS Virtual Academy graduates encouraged to be ‘indispensable’ to the world around them

Posted on May 23, 2025 by Mike Fuhrman

BY DONNA SWICEGOOD It was both a beginning and an end Thursday as the final graduates of the Iredell-Statesville Schools Virtual Academy received their diplomas. The academy will close at

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Class of 2025: iAcademy graduates urged to meet futures with “curiosity, courage, and compassion”

Posted on May 23, 2025 by Mike Fuhrman

BY DEBBIE PAGE On Thursday afternoon at the Career Academy and Technology School (CATS), 32 iAcademy graduates received their diplomas from this nontraditional program that allows students to blend online

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Mooresville commissioners approve rezoning, annexation for new townhome development off Langtree Road

Posted on May 23, 2025 by Mike Fuhrman

BY STACIE LETT CAIN The Mooresville Town Board on Monday approved a rezoning request for Mattamy Homes, clearing the way for the company to build 78 townhomes amid mixed response

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Local Lifestyles and the Digital Revival of Simple Games

Posted on May 23, 2025 by Mike Fuhrman

In today’s fast-paced world, we’re witnessing a fascinating shift in how communities engage with entertainment and each other. Traditional pastimes are finding new life in digital spaces, while local lifestyle

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Healthy Screen Time: How to Balance Fun and Well-Being with Online Entertainment

Posted on May 23, 2025 by Mike Fuhrman

In today’s always-connected world, it’s easy to spend hours online without even realizing it. From scrolling through social media to watching back-to-back videos, screen time can add up fast. But

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Statesville man faces gun, drug charges as a result of SPD investigation

Posted on May 23, 2025 by Mike Fuhrman

IFN Staff A Statesville man faces felony drug charges following a Statesville Police Department investigation into a report of suspicious activity at an apartment complex off Simonton Road. The SPD

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Water Tech Inc. celebrates completion of $14 million Statesville facility (Photos)

Posted on May 22, 2025 by Mike Fuhrman

BY KARISSA MILLER Water Tech Inc., a national leader in water treatment solutions, marked the completion of its new $14 million Statesville facility on Wednesday with a ribbon-cutting ceremony. The

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Lacie Danielle Parker

Posted on May 22, 2025 by Mike Fuhrman

Lacie Danielle Parker (Hall) was born June 13, 1991, in Paonia, Colo. Lacie passed away suddenly on Monday, May 19, 2025, due to heart complications. She is survived by her

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Donald Arthur Paulus

Posted on May 22, 2025 by Mike Fuhrman

Donald Arthur Paulus, 83, passed away on May 20, 2025, at the Levine and Dickson Hospice House in Huntersville, N.C. He was born on May 7, 1942, in Elkhart, Ind.,

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Sheriff: ICSO deputies searching for suspect wanted on multiple drug charges

Posted on May 22, 2025 by Mike Fuhrman

IFN Staff Iredell County Sheriff’s Office personnel are searching for a man wanted on numerous felony charges following an investigation by the ICSO Narcotics Unit. Narcotics investigators opened an investigation

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Creative Ways to Come Up with Engaging Paper Topics

Posted on May 22, 2025 by Mike Fuhrman

Coming up with creative essay topics can be surprisingly difficult. Sometimes, it feels like every interesting idea has already been taken, and other times, your mind just goes completely blank

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SPD: Suspect charged in connection with stabbing that occurred at Davie Avenue convenience store

Posted on May 22, 2025 by Mike Fuhrman

IFN Staff A Statesville man faces a felony assault charge in connection with a stabbing that occurred inside a Davie Avenue convenience store. The Statesville Police Department announced the arrest

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Cool Spring Elementary students celebrate end of the school year with Field Day (Photo Gallery)

Posted on May 22, 2025 by Mike Fuhrman

BY KARISSA MILLER Cool Spring Elementary students gathered on the school’s athletic field for a fun-filled Field Day on Tuesday morning. Students competed in outdoor games and relay races, three-legged

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Viewpoint: We can learn a lot from how giraffes treat their babies

Posted on May 22, 2025 by Mike Fuhrman

BY JEFF CORBETT Gary Richmond spent seven years at the Los Angeles Zoo as a zookeeper, and his book “A View from the Zoo” describes how the birth of a giraffe

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2024-2025 Leadership Statesville graduates lauded for ‘tremendous growth and commitment’

Posted on May 22, 2025 by Mike Fuhrman

Special to IFN Leadership Statesville recently celebrated the graduation of 22 dynamic leaders from its 2024–2025 program during an awards ceremony held at The 500 Club. The event recognized the

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OPMS Kratom Products For Sale At NuWave Botanicals: Buy Them Today

Posted on May 22, 2025 by Mike Fuhrman

Looking to explore trusted kratom options without overpaying? You’re in the right spot. NuWave Botanicals—an online marketplace known for carrying top-tier brands—features OPMS, a name that’s earned a loyal following

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Why Retirees in Iredell County are more Tech-Savvy than You Think

Posted on May 22, 2025 by Mike Fuhrman

Retirement in small-town North Carolina might suggest quiet porches, crossword puzzles, and leisurely mornings with a newspaper. That slow-paced charm is still present in Iredell, but just under the quaint

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Top of the Lake Rotary to plant peace poles at Lowe’s YMCA and Liberty Park

Posted on May 21, 2025 by Mike Fuhrman

Special to IFN To honor the Town of Mooresville’s sister city and its local business corporation, The Rotary Club of Top of the Lake-Mooresville will dedicate two monuments for the

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Thomas “Sidney” Isenhour

Posted on May 21, 2025 by Mike Fuhrman

Thomas “Sidney” Isenhour, 72, of Taylorsville, N.C., passed away on Tuesday, May 20, 2025, at Valley Nursing Center. Sidney was born September 15, 1952, in Catawba County, the son of

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Andra Arimathea Cowan

Posted on May 21, 2025 by Mike Fuhrman

Andra Arimathea Cowan, 66, of Cleveland, N.C., passed away unexpectedly following a motorcycle accident on Saturday, May 17, 2025. He was born in Iredell County on July 16, 1958, to

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Michael Anthony Heaggans

Posted on May 21, 2025 by Mike Fuhrman

Michael Anthony Heaggans, 61, was born in Statesville, N.C., on October 18, 1963. He was the son of the late Charlie “Sam” and Velma Heaggans. He passed away at Iredell

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Latoya Lynette Smith

Posted on May 21, 2025 by Mike Fuhrman

Latoya Lynette Smith, 37, was born in Iredell County on May 2, 1988, to the late James Lee Smith and Martha McClelland Jones. She departed this life on Wednesday, May

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Cathleen Hansen

Posted on May 21, 2025 by Mike Fuhrman

Cathleen Curry Hansen, 69, of Statesville, N.C., passed away peacefully on Wednesday, May 21, 2025, at the Gordon Hospice House. Cathleen was born May 15, 1956, in Hattiesburg, Miss., to

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Robert Harrison Frey

Posted on May 21, 2025 by Mike Fuhrman

Robert “Bob” Harrison Frey, 67, of Mooresville, N.C., and formerly of Washington Boro, Pa., passed away on Monday, May 19, 2025. He was born on October 19, 1957 in Lancaster,

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Children’s Homes of Iredell County: Need for foster homes is urgent

Posted on May 21, 2025 by Mike Fuhrman

Special to IFN May marks National Foster Care Month, a time to recognize the crucial role that foster families play in the lives of children in need of care and stability.

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5 Weight-Bearing Exercises for Menopausal Women

Posted on May 21, 2025 by Mike Fuhrman

Menopause brings many physical changes affecting bone density, muscle mass, and overall strength. As estrogen declines, the risk of osteoporosis and fractures increases, which makes it important to incorporate weight-bearing

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Trane Technologies Charitable Foundation awards $75,000 grant to FeedNC

Posted on May 21, 2025 by Mike Fuhrman

Special to IFN FeedNC recently received a $75,000 grant from a long-time community partner, the Trane Technologies Charitable Foundation. This funding will support the growth of the organization’s vital community

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Class of 2025: Mitchell Community College honors High School Equivalency graduates (Photo Gallery)

Posted on May 21, 2025 by Mike Fuhrman

Special to IFN Mitchell Community College celebrated the achievements of over 100 graduates from its High School Equivalency (HSE) program on May 15 during a heartfelt commencement ceremony held on

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Mitchell Community College celebrates 2025 Associate Degree Nursing graduates (Photo Gallery)

Posted on May 21, 2025 by Mike Fuhrman

Special to IFN Mitchell Community College proudly celebrated the accomplishments of 60 graduates from its Associate Degree Nursing Program during a pinning ceremony held on May 14. The pinning ceremony,

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What are the Benefits of Using Direct Deposit in Online Casinos?

Posted on May 21, 2025 by Mike Fuhrman

Modern online gambling sites have significantly expanded their support when it comes to payment systems. Nowadays, it’s possible to gamble using crypto-wallets, P2P payment systems, mobile wallets, and other methods.

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What Are the Long-Term Effects of Soft Tissue Injuries in Personal Injury Cases?

Posted on May 21, 2025 by Mike Fuhrman

Soft tissue injuries frequently arise in personal injury cases and affect major components of the muscular and skeletal system, including muscles, tendons, ligaments, and other connective tissues. Unlike more visible

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Chad Clark Renegar

Posted on May 20, 2025 by Mike Fuhrman

Chad Clark Renegar, 48, of Conover, N.C., passed away unexpectedly on May 13, 2025, after a brief illness, leaving behind a legacy of quiet strength and deep love for his

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