Video Iredell County Sheriff Darren Campbell discusses how the ICSO Bearcat armored vehicle keeps his deputies safe during dangerous operations. The vehicle, which was purchased with federal drug forfeiture
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BY KARISSA MILLER Crossroads Arts and Science Early College students know that it takes a bit more than dressing sharply these days to make a great impression in a job
Special to Iredell Free News The Iredell Community Outreach Association (COAST), a local nonprofit relief agency, plans to host monthly drive-in movie events for the community beginning in April. Monthly
Special to Iredell Free News Iredell County Animal Services & Control confirmed two cases of rabies on Tuesday. One case involves a skunk that tested positive for rabies in the
Special to Iredell Free News RALEIGH — The N.C. Department of Health and Human Services reported Tuesday that North Carolina has reached a sobering milestone in the COVID-19 pandemic — more
Judy Maxine Little Stikeleather, 80, of Statesville, N.C., passed away on Tuesday, February 9, 2021, at her home after a period of decline in health. Mrs. Stikeleather was born on
Mrs. Faye Mahaffey Cook, 77, of Troutman, N.C., passed away Monday, February 8, 2021, at Iredell Memorial Hospital. Mrs. Cook was born April 16, 1943, in Iredell County and was
Jean Paige Taylor Pero, 89, of Statesville, N.C., passed away on Sunday, February 7, 2021, at her home. Mrs. Pero was born January 17, 1932, in Jacksonville, N.C., and was
John Halbert Brotherton, 82, of Statesville, N.C., passed away on Sunday, February 7, 2021, at his residence. Mr. Brotherton was born on July 29, 1939, in Iredell County and was
Shirley Jean Barnhardt LaForce, 80, of Statesville, N.C., passed away on Saturday, February 6, 2021, at Iredell Memorial Hospital. Shirley was born November 8, 1940, in Alamance County and was
John Mack Morrow, 71, of Mooresville, N.C., passed away on Tuesday, February 9, 2021. He was born on October 24, 1949, in Mooresville to the late Onlan and Helen Surratt
Teresa Jeanne Brinn Mooe, 58, of Statesville, N.C., passed away at her residence on Wednesday, February 3, 2021. Born in Henry County, Va., on August 1, 1962, she was the
At sunrise on February 8, 2021, the spirit of Pauline Laws Eudy left this world and landed in the arms of her Lord and Savior Jesus Christ, who she
John Clay “JC” Wilson, 90, of Statesville, N.C., died Sunday, February 7, 2021, at Accordius Health of Statesville. He was born in Iredell County on October 26, 1930, to the
BY KARISSA MILLER The Iredell-Statesville Schools Board of Education presented former N.C. Rep. John Fraley with a plaque during Monday’s meeting in appreciation for his service and contributions to public
FROM STAFF REPORTS Mooresville town commissioners showed their commitment last week to recruiting and retaining highly qualified public safety employees. During the February 1 board meeting, commissioners voted unanimously to
BY KARISSA MILLER Gift giving for your loved one just got a little easier this Valentine’s Day. Crosby Scholars Iredell is selling special Valentine’s Day gift packages for $20. They
Eleanor Elaine Campbell Templeton, 85, of Statesville, N.C., passed away peacefully on Saturday, February 6, 2021, at Rosewood Assisted Living in Harmony, N.C. She was born September 30, 1935, in
Rebecca Mae Peeler Henderson, 89, of Statesville, N.C., died Saturday, February 6, 2021, at Autumn Care. She was born in Rowan County on November 4, 1931, to the late Adam
Cynthia “Cindy” Bernice Amox, 48, of Statesville, N.C., passed away on Sunday, February 7, 2021 at her residence. Cindy was born on October 7, 1972, in Killeen, Texas, and was
Mr. Isom Heard of Statesville, N.C., was born born in Calhoun Falls, S.C. on March 24, 1924, and was the son of the late Garrison Lee and Lula Napolean Heard.
Pastor Donald Andrew Brown (D.A.B.) was born on February 22, 1950. Upon fully completing his journey of 70 years, he slipped away from his earthly dwelling on Thursday, February 4,
Retired Master Sergeant Cathy Susanne Williams, 71, of Mooresville, N.C., passed away on Sunday, February 7, 2021. She was born on November 9, 1949 in Iredell County, N.C., to the
James David Turner was born on September 9, 1929, and passed away on February 4, 2021, and is under the care of Bunch-Johnson Funeral Home. Mr. Turner will lie In
Aaron James Byrd, 24, of Statesville, N.C., passed away Friday, February 5, 2021. Born in Iredell County on May 31, 1996, he was the son of James Andrew Byrd and Brenda
Special to Iredell Free News Within the last year, medical professionals have noticed a trend of people ignoring symptoms of a heart attack, leading to more deaths. In a virtual
Special to Iredell Free News Mooresville Intermediate School teacher Becky Snyder is one of 46 educators nationwide who will receive the prestigious California Casualty Award for Teaching Excellence at the
BY BRANDY TEMPLETON When Synetta Raye founded Circle of Giving, a nonprofit organization, in 2010, she was motivated by the desire to help those in need. “There are many people
FROM STAFF REPORTS The Statesville Police Department is investigating the following crime reports: JANUARY 22 ♦ Broad Street: Commercial breaking and entering. JANUARY 23 ♦ 5th Street: Residential breaking &
BY DARREN CAMPBELL Law Enforcement is a profession that requires you to adapt and evolve or you will be quickly left behind. Long gone are the days when all you
FROM STAFF REPORTS The number of Iredell-Statesville Schools students who were quarantined or isolated last week declined sharply last week as the number of new COVID-19 infections in the county
Eugene T. Connolly, 82, of Mooresville, N.C., passed away on Sunday, February 7, 2021, at his residence. He was born on September 10, 1938, in Brooklyn, N.Y., to the late
R.B. Miller Jr., 87, of Mooresville, N.C., passed away on Saturday, February 6, 2021, at his residence. He was born on January 24, 1934, in Mooresville to the late Roby
Janice Sue Duty Harrison, 73, of Statesville, N.C., passed away on Wednesday, January 20, 2021, at Davis Regional Medical Center. She was born on February 11, 1947, in Grundy, Va.,
Mrs. Cheri Marie Hinson Tyler, beloved daughter of the late Rick and Trudy Shaffer Hinson, was born on August 3, 1978. She departed this life unexpectedly on January 30, 2021,
Mr. David Marcel Robinson, 52, was born in Statesville, N.C. on December 1, 1968, and was the son of the late Nancy Robinson. He departed this life on February 2,