FROM STAFF REPORTS A Troutman Middle School teacher was charged with second-degree sexual exploitation of a minor following an investigation by the Mooresville Police Department. Kyle Christopher McKay, 36, of
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Charles Franklin Turner, 85, of Largo, Md., was born in Statesville, N.C., on February 12, 1936. He departed from this earthly realm on July 22, 2021, at the University of
Claude Allen Queen, 70, of Statesville, N.C., entered his heavenly home on Sunday, July 25, 2021, from Iredell Memorial Hospital in Statesville. Allen was born on May 22, 1951 in
Marcia “Melanie” Vaughn, 58, of Statesville, N.C., transitioned to new life on Sunday, July 25, 2021 at the Gordon Hospice House. Melanie was born June 29, 1963, in Mt. Airy,
Special to Iredell Free News The Mooresville Police Department is looking forward to hosting one of their first larger community-oriented events since the pandemic, welcoming residents for fun, food and
FROM STAFF REPORTS Two adults and three juveniles face charges in connection with a residential break-in and the theft of more than $200,000 in property following an investigation by the
Special to Iredell Free News Iredell Crosby Scholars Isabella and Anna Rufty were selected to participate in GEMS-Girls Empowered by Math and Science Saturday Academy, which met once per month
Special to Iredell Free News As the new, highly contagious COVID-19 variant causes virus cases to rise once again, vaccination rates continue to fall. This widespread decline in COVID vaccinations
Special to Iredell Free News Beginning August 1, the Iredell County Public Library will expand its lending catalog to include Chromebook laptops. Chromebooks will be available for checkout to patrons
Helen Lee Christie, 95, of Mooresville, N.C., passed away on Sunday, July 25, 2021, at Lake Norman Regional Medical Center. She was born on April 25, 1926, in Mooresville to
Special to Iredell Free News Washington – Rep. Congressman Patrick McHenry delivered a speech on the U.S. House floor on July 22 to recognize Purple Heart Homes for completing its
Special to Iredell Free News The Iredell Community Outreach Association (COAST) has two community events planned for August: ♦ On Saturday, August 7, Iredell COAST will host its annual back-to-school
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FROM STAFF REPORTS The Iredell County Sheriff’s Office reported the following felony arrests: JULY 16 ♦ Steven Earl Abernethy, 35, of Timber Ridge Trail, Denver, charged with 13 counts of
Margaret Ann Bumgarner, 83, of Mooresville, N.C., passed away on July 24, 2021. She was born on December 16, 1937, in Iredell County, N.C., to the late James and Lucy
Gerald “Jerry” Reott, 83, of Bermuda Run, N.C., died on June 13, 2021, while surrounded by his family after succumbing to a systemic infection. He was the youngest child of
Elizabeth Anne Hudkins Rice, 54, of Statesville, N.C., passed away after a long illness with her husband at her bedside on July 23, 2021. She is survived by her husband
Jayne Carol Wise Campbell finished her earthly race and went to be with her heavenly Father on Saturday, July 24, 2021, surrounded by family at her home. Jayne was born
FROM STAFF REPORTS The Mooresville Police Department reported the following felony arrests: JULY 16 ♦ Y. Giu Nie, 29, of Harte Place, Greensboro, charged with larceny of auto parts, possession
Special to Iredell Free News The Iredell County Sheriff’s Office honored graduates of the sixth annual Teen Academy on Thursday evening. These teens are from all across Iredell County. They
BY DEBBIE PAGE debbiepage.iredellfreenews@gmail.com Trauma-related stresses are pervasive in society today. A suicide attempt happens every 22 seconds in the U.S., and one life is lost to suicide every 11
BY KARISSA MILLER Just two years ago, Luke Chapin picked up a muzzle-loader rifle for the first time, simply aiming to have some fun. Today, Chapin, 15, is a national
BY DEBBIE PAGE debbiepage.iredellfreenews@gmail.com After a hiatus due to the pandemic last year, the Troutman Police Department will hold its National Night Out event on Tuesday, August 3, from 6
Pixie Lee Dellinger, 57, of Statesville, N.C., passed away on Saturday, July 17, 2021. She was born June 18, 1964 in Madrid, Spain to Lewis Dellinger and Barbara Ann Butts
Special to Iredell Free News The Mooresville Youth Council is now accepting applications from high school students until September 1, offering teens a fun opportunity to serve the community, while
BY KARISSA MILLER The Iredell County Board of Commissioners approved two rezoning requests earlier this week after conducting public hearings. The first request from Michael “Dean” Richon was to rezone
Special to Iredell Free News RALEIGH — After months of decline, North Carolina is experiencing a rapid increase in COVID-19 spread among those who are unvaccinated. On Thursday, 1,998 cases
Special to Iredell Free News N.C. Department of Transportation contractors will close a portion of an Iredell County road for six months starting next week. Beginning July 26, Jennings Road
Special to Iredell Free News The Gospel Voices’ unique blend of Southern Gospel, Country Gospel, and Appalachian Mountain Gospel provides a tradition of music and singing that is truly special.
James Marcel “Marty” White, 79, of Mooresville, N.C., passed away peacefully on early Friday morning, July 23, 2021, at Gordon Hospice House in Statesville, N.C., surrounded by his loving family.
Teddy Ray Isom Sr., 78, of Mooresville, N.C., passed away on Friday, July 23, 2021. A graveside service will be held at 3 p.m. on Sunday, July 25, at Glenwood
Georgia Lee Miller, 89, of Mooresville, N.C., passed away on July 23, 2021. She was born on September 19, 1931, in Rowan County, N.C., to the late Charlie and Nancy
Patricia Edwards, 79, beloved mother, grandmother, and friend, was called to her eternal resting place on July 21, 2021. She entered this world on August 3, 1941, in Mooresville, N.C.,
Danny Sullivan, 77, of Troutman, N.C., passed away on Tuesday, July 20, 2021, in Columbia, S.C. Born October 22, 1943, in Spartanburg, S.C., he was the son of Artis B.
If you were fortunate enough to know Barbara Linzy Bell, to be within the gravity and pull of her orbit, then chances are you probably knew the depth of her
BY BRANDY TEMPLETON The Statesville Police Department is hosting a summer day camp this week for South Statesville children. About 35 children, ages 6- 13, are participating along with four