BY KARISSA MILLER The Iredell-Statesville Schools Board of Education has approved a plan to increase the district’s Prime Time summer camp rates. Under a two-year adjustment plan, summer camp rates…
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Ronald “Duck” Norman Wyatt, 60, of Troutman, N.C., passed away on Wednesday, February 11, 2026. He was born on January 13, 1966, to the late Everette Eugene Wyatt and Sandra…
Sidney Earl Pestlin, 73, of Statesville, N.C., passed away at Autumn Care of Statesville after an extended illness on February 12, 2026. He was born on May 4, 1952, in…
Joyce M. Sharpe, 93, of Stony Point, N.C., passed away on Thursday, February 12, 2026, at Valley Nursing Center. She was born June 9, 1932, in Alexander County, the daughter of…
Special to IFN Mooresville Town Manager Tracey Jerome on Friday announced the hiring of Kelly Strickland as assistant town manager for community services. [caption id="attachment_123610" align="alignright" width="200"] Kelly Strickland[/caption] Strickland,…
[caption id="attachment_123599" align="aligncenter" width="400"] Ron “Duck” Wyatt, pictured at the Town of Troutman’s 2023 Memorial Day Ceremony, served as town manager four years.[/caption] Former Troutman town manager and mayor died…
Special to IFN A team of Pine Lake Prep students studying Computer Science recently placed second in the first ever statewide AI Solve-a-Thon. The Pine Lake team of Prakayth Shankar,…
Special to IFN Due to renovations to the Iredell County Board of Commissioners meeting room, the board’s meetings will be temporarily relocated to alternate facilities within the county. The following…
John Calvin Rettburg, 90, of Statesville, N.C., passed away on February 11, 2026, at the Gordon Hospice House. He was born on April 3, 1935, in Altoona, Pa., to the…
Ruth Melchor Goodrum, 74, of Mooresville, N.C., passed away on Sunday, February 8, 2026, at the S. Mitchell Mack Hospice House in Mooresville. She was born on August 16, 1951,…
BY JEFF CORBETT An old married couple had four boys. The older three had red hair and light skin, the youngest had black hair and dark eyes. On his deathbed,…
[caption id="attachment_123557" align="aligncenter" width="497"] Ian Murphy, a Statesville High senior, takes a stand against ICE on Wednesday afternoon.[/caption] Lone student joins adults in protest of ICE actions across U.S. BY…
BY KARISSA MILLER The Iredell-Statesville Schools Board of Education voted on Monday to approve the 2026-2027 and 2027-2028 school calendars to help families plan vacations and other activities. The board…
Special to IFN Pharos Parenting will hold its annual Downtown Statesville Chocolate Stroll on Valentine’s Day, February 14. This fundraiser, at $10 per ticket, supports the work of Pharos Parenting…
Special to IFN Fort Dobbs State Historic Site will temporarily close to the public effective Tuesday, February 17, to allow staff to move into the site’s newly constructed 3,700 square-foot…
In-home disability care is transforming how support is delivered to people with disabilities. Rather than relying on institutional settings or generic service packages, individualized in-home care is built around each…
Buying your first luxury sports car is a dream come true for many, especially in Dubai, where exotic vehicles are almost a part of the city’s lifestyle. With the abundance…
Getting around Dubai can be effortless when the right transport option matches your needs. The city is vast, with attractions, business districts, beaches, and residential communities spread across long, well…
Unlock the Secrets of Krikya Bonuses For online gaming enthusiasts in Bangladesh, Krikya has become a go-to platform, offering not just entertainment but also a variety of bonuses to enhance…
The swipe has lost its appeal. After a decade of dominance, general-purpose dating platforms are watching their user bases shrink while alternatives gain ground. Tinder shed 594,000 users between May…
Hiring a tutor online can seem like a convenient and straightforward solution, but many people fall prey to common misconceptions that can lead to disappointment. Misunderstanding the process or the…
Plaster cornice is a decorative moulding that runs along the junction where walls meet ceilings. It has been used for centuries in architecture, from grand historical estates to refined contemporary…
The South Coast of New South Wales is one of Australia’s most appealing travel regions, offering a diverse mix of pristine beaches, dramatic cliffs, lush hinterland, and relaxed coastal towns….
[caption id="attachment_123517" align="aligncenter" width="624"] Photo by Kindel Media on Pexels.com[/caption] If you work on your feet all day, foot pain may seem inevitable. But, that’s not true! The secret to…
[caption id="attachment_123514" align="aligncenter" width="772"] Unsplash.com photo[/caption] Family court hearings often appear complex on screen. Accuracy in depiction builds credibility and educates viewers or readers. It helps to understand the sequence…
[caption id="attachment_123512" align="aligncenter" width="774"] Pexels.com photo[/caption] Healthcare organizations deal with a steady flow of new rules, shifting requirements, and expanding oversight. Between federal regulations, state laws, payer expectations, and emerging…
[caption id="attachment_123510" align="aligncenter" width="775"] Unsplash.com photo[/caption] Choosing a healthcare career path is one of the smartest long-term investments anyone can make. Right now, the US is experiencing a significant shortage…
Today’s more contemporary healthcare system is founded on the principles of expertise. Patients seek advice from doctors not only because they are kind and caring, but also because they have…
[caption id="attachment_123506" align="aligncenter" width="688"] Photo by Adrian Sulyok, Unsplash[/caption] Warehousing plays an integral role in Iredell County’s local economy. It streamlines supply chain management, ensuring the efficient flow of imports…
[caption id="attachment_123504" align="aligncenter" width="697"] Photo by Dylan Ferreira, Unsplash[/caption] Iredell County residents know just how humid those Piedmont summers can get, which calls for just one thing: ice cream! Ice…
Lorene P. Barnes, 95, of Taylorsville, N.C., passed away on Wednesday, February 11, 2026, at Carolina Caring in Newton. She was born February 28, 1930, in Alexander County, the daughter of…
Linda Mae Sikorski, 70, of Statesville, N.C., passed away peacefully on February 4, 2026. She was born on March 15, 1955, in Trenton, N.J. Linda graduated from Trenton High School…
Don Grover Hatton, 82, of Taylorsville, N.C., passed away on Thursday, January 29, 2026, at his home. He was born February 20, 1943, in Alexander County, the son of the late…
Shaane Arthur Smiley, 61, of Taylorsville, N.C., passed away on Monday, February 2, 2026, at his home. He was born June 30, 1964, in New Castle, Ind., to Kaye Smiley and…
Special to IFN A Mooresville man was sentenced to 41 months in prison on Wednesday for stealing more than $1.9 million from his employer. Gene Christopher Acuff, 62, was also…
BY DEBBIE PAGE The Troutman Town Council on Thursday will consider adoption of a resolution to accept a proposal from U.S. Bank to finance the purchase and installation of lighting…