Special to Iredell Free News Colorectal cancer is expected to cause approximately 53,000 deaths across the nation in 2021, according to the American Cancer Society. This makes colorectal cancer a
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The fullness of time. It is time that is appointed for something to begin or be completed. In the fullness of time, Allen Clifton Johnson peacefully went home to be
Jack R. “Blackjack” Clemmer, 93, of Mount Ulla, N.C., a long time resident of Mooresville, passed away on Saturday, March 27, 2021, at Autumn Care of Statesville. He was born
Early in the morning on March 28, 2021, (Palm Sunday) and with her sons holding her hands, Susie Lee Brown Davis entered the gates of heaven, welcomed by many of
Special to Iredell Free News The EnergyUnited Foundation recently awarded a $10,000 grant to the Iredell County Partnership for Young Children (ICPYC). The contribution from the Foundation will be used
FROM STAFF REPORTS Two suspects face criminal charges following a pursuit by Mooresville police officers after four individuals were observed breaking and entering multiple vehicles at an area motel early
BY DEBBIE PAGE debbiepage.iredellfreenews@gmail.com The Troutman Planning and Zoning Board approved updates to its rules of procedure required by new state law, but delayed discussion of Unified Code of Development
Special to Iredell Free News The Birth Place at Iredell Memorial Hospital is conducting virtual Childbirth, Newborn Care, CPR, and Breastfeeding classes. Each class is an hour long and held
Special to Iredell Free News Statesville City offices will be closed Friday, April 2, in recognition of the Easter holidays. Garbage Collection There will be no garbage collection on Friday.
FROM STAFF REPORTS As Iredell-Statesville Schools personnel prepare for the return of all students to in-person learning, the district’s COVID-19 numbers are the lowest in months. According to the latest
BY DARREN CAMPBELL There is no better investment of time than that which is spent working with a child. Teaching children right from wrong is one of the most important
Robert “Mack” Oliver, 89, of Stony Point, N.C., went home to be with our Lord on Saturday, March 27, 2021, at his home after an extended illness. He was born
Matthew “Rooster” Shane Penninger, 49, of Mooresville, N.C., passed away on March 27, 2021. He was born on January 12, 1972 in Charlotte, N.C., to Rocena “Faye” Ferrell Raper and
Bessie Jane Holder Blalock, 79 of Hiddenite, N.C., passed away at home on Friday, March 26, 2021, after an extended Illness. She was born in Iredell County, N.C., on July
BY DEBBIE PAGE debbiepage.iredellfreenews@gmail.com Hundreds of kids were delighted to experience the Town of Troutman’s Cottontail’s Cruise-In on Saturday morning, complete with special surprises for the whole family. Town Manager
FROM STAFF REPORTS The Iredell County Sheriff’s Office reported the following felony arrests: MARCH 16 ♦ Soren Lee Pittman-Gage, 28, of Greythorn Drive, Statesville, charged with larceny and five counts
Rosellen Ann Rayhill, 81, of Mooresville, N.C., passed away on Friday, March 26, 2021, at The Citadel of Mooresville. She was born on February 4, 1940, in Given, W.Va., to
Mr. Henry Wilson Baldwin, 83, of Harmony, N.C., passed away on March 26, 2021, at his residence. A native of Wilkes County, N.C., he was the son of the late
William Lee “Bud” Rhyne, 91, of Statesville, N.C., passed away on Thursday, March 25, 2021, at Iredell Memorial Hospital. Bud was born on May 1, 1929 in Alexander County, N.C.,
FROM STAFF REPORTS A Troutman man faces five felony charges following an Iredell County Sheriff’s Office investigation into several break-ins in western Iredell County. The ICSO began investigating on Saturday,
Special to Iredell Free News Mitchell Community College’s announced has announced plans to return to in-person instruction in the Fall 2021 semester. “We are excited to welcome students back to
Special to Iredell Free News Iredell Health System Director of Patient Experience Jed Pidcock has achieved his fellowship with the American College of Healthcare Executives. To become a Fellow of
BY JEFF JAMES As it currently stands, Iredell-Statesville Schools is operating in Plan A for students in grades K-5 and Plan B for students in grades 6-12. I-SS has worked
Norbert Joseph Weiss, 84, of Mooresville, N.C., passed away on Thursday, March 25, 2021. A Mass will be held at 11 a.m. on Monday, March 29, at St. Therese Catholic
Revonda Carol Hildebran Bishop, 58, of Connelly Springs, N.C., passed away on Wednesday, March 24, 2021. She was born on November 30, 1962, in Valdese, N.C., to Harold and the
Margaret Anne Cooke Brandt, 75, of Mooresville, N.C., passed away on Wednesday, March 24, 2021 at Iredell Memorial Hospital in Statesville, N.C. Margaret Anne Cooke was born March 14,1946, to
Virgie Ann Moose Parker Greene, 85, of Newton, N.C., went home to be with the Lord on Thursday, March 25, 2021, surrounded by her family. Born on March 4, 1936,
Kirby Lee Wilkerson, 78, formerly of Statesville, N.C., died Tuesday, March 23, 2021. A Graveside Service will be held Sunday, March 28, 2021, at 3 p.m. at Poplar Springs Church
Special to Iredell Free News RALEIGH — Gov. Roy Cooper and N.C. Health and Human Services Secretary Dr. Mandy K. Cohen have announced an accelerated timeline for moving to Groups
Special to Iredell Free News Have you received a text with a survey about your COVID-19 vaccine? Be careful: It could be one of those scams that just keeps reappearing
Special to Iredell Free News Springtime brings warm, sunny weather, beautiful flowers and, unfortunately, seasonal allergies. If you experience red, itchy eyes, a runny nose, and constant sneezing around
EDITOR’S NOTE: In honor of National Colorectal Awareness Month in March, Piedmont HealthCare is proud to recognize the four PHC gastroenterologists who have made Iredell County home. Throughout the month PHC
Special to Iredell Free News Iredell-Statesville Schools officials announced Friday that district schools can increase the number of spectators at outdoor sports events. Beginning Friday, March 26, all five
BY DEBBIE PAGE debbiepage.iredellfreenews@gmail.com At a special meeting on Tuesday, the Troutman Town Council approved a financing proposal to purchase property at 160 and 170 Wagner Street, as approved at
Special to Iredell Free News RALEIGH — The N.C. Department of Health and Human Services has announced a new phone service helpline for family caregivers in North Carolina caring for those
Special to Iredell Free News When we go get our COVID-19 vaccine, we may not think about what goes on behind the scenes of a vaccine clinic. Most of us are