It is with great sadness that we announce the passing of Lessie Ree Kirch, a beloved mother, a grandmother and friend who was lifted from this life into eternal glory
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Shelby Jean Fox Benfield, a beloved daughter of Iredell County, was born on June 23, 1939, and passed away peacefully on January 2, 2025, in Statesville, N.C., at the age
Special to IFN RALEIGH — On his final day in office, State Treasurer Dale R. Folwell announced that the North Carolina Retirement Systems (NCRS) had an estimated market value of
Special to IFN The Birth Place at Iredell Memorial Hospital announced the following births: DECEMBER 17 ♦ A boy, Krew Harrison Barnes, born to Hayden Charles and Mallory Chapman Barnes
Special to IFN Mooresville High School Instructional Coach Erika Akelman recently completed the International Society for Technology in Education (ISTE) Certification process. The process combines 10 weeks of professional learning
Donald Eugene Merritt Sr., affectionately known as “D’Boy,” 92, of Stamford, Conn., passed away peacefully on Thursday, December 26, 2024. He was born on September 28, 1932, in Greenwich, Conn.,
Ralph Byron Ensminger Jr., 81, beloved husband, father, brother, uncle, grandfather, great-grandfather and friend went to Heaven on December 31, 2024. Ralph lit up the room with his bright smile
Mrs. Margaret Mary Bassani, 83, of Cleveland, N.C., and formerly of Davenport, N.Y., passed away peacefully on December 30, 2024. Born on February 17, 1941, in Brooklyn, N.Y., she was
Noah Amanti Epps, 11, was born in Iredell County on April 1, 2013, to Anthony Bernard “Tony” Epps and Katrina Joyce Smith. He entered into eternal life at his residence
Mr. Leroy Turner, 85, son of the late John Archie and Dousia Houpe Turner, was born in Iredell County, N.C., on July 17, 1939. He departed this life on January
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
Special to IFN Crosby Scholars will kick off its 10th year of supporting higher education opportunities for Iredell County students with Game On: A Family Game Night on Saturday, January
Special to IFN RALEIGH — Gov. Josh Stein on Thursday signed five executive orders to bring much-needed relief to people in Western North Carolina, including accelerating temporary housing and the
Special to IFN Kamya Gibbs rang in the new year with the birth of her first child, Keomani Gibbs. The precious baby boy arrived at 7:41 p.m. on January 1,
Terry William Loftin, 69, of Statesville, N.C., passed away Wednesday, January 1, 2025, at his residence. Terry was born in Iredell County on April 29, 1955, to the late Harold
FROM STAFF REPORTS A Statesville Police Department officer has been placed on administrative leave following his arrest on two misdemeanor charges. Officer Anthony Jerome Irving was arrested on December 30,
Helen Childers Mecimore, 89, of Taylorsville, N.C., went to her heavenly home on Wednesday, January 1, 2025, at Valley Nursing Center. She was born March 28, 1935, in Alexander County to
Erica Danielle Hoover, 39, of Stony Point, N.C., passed away unexpectedly on January 1, 2025, at her home. She was born November 23, 1985, in Iredell County to Robert Edward
Brenda Lee Gibbs Kelley, 78, of Statesville, N.C., died on Sunday, December 29, 2024, at the Gordon Hospice House in Statesville. She was in declining health for several years after
Clyde Wilson passed away on December 31, 2024, at Williams Place in Davidson, N.C. She was born on November 1, 1938, to Clyde and Ruby Redmond Templeton. Clyde grew up
Jimmy “Jim” Albert Taylor, 89, of Statesville, N.C., passed away Tuesday, December 31, 2024, at the Gordon Hospice House. He was born in Davie County on June 30, 1935, to
BY JEFF CORBETT Steve Goodier, in “Do Something Great,” tells the story of how President Abraham Lincoln would often leave the White House to attend Wednesday evening services at New
Special to IFN RALEIGH — Maurice “Mo” Green was sworn in as North Carolina’s new Superintendent of Public Instruction on Tuesday in Jamestown. “After more than 20 years of working
FROM STAFF REPORTS A Cleveland man faces 10 felony charges related to the possession of child sexual exploitation material following an investigation by the Iredell County Sheriff’s Office. Sheriff Darren
Special to IFN RALEIGH — The contribution limit for North Carolina candidates and political committees increases by $400 per election, from $6,400 to $6,800, effective January 1. No individual or
Alice Westbrook Fowler died December 29, 2024, at the Gordon Hospice House in Statesville, N.C. She was born in Statesville, N.C., on April 28,1937, the daughter of the late Alice
Billy Joe Hollar, 70 of Union Grove, N.C., died Saturday, December 28, 2024, at Moses Cone Hospital in Greensboro, N.C., following a brief illness. He was born in Iredell County
Harriet McCampbell Atkinson, 80, of Columbia, S.C., passed away peacefully at her home on Friday, December 20, 2024, surrounded by her family. A funeral service and burial will take place
Joe Benfield Jr. was born on June 6, 1953, in Statesville. He died peacefully on December 18, 2024. Joe attended Statesville High School and then proudly served in the U.S.
It is with heavy hearts and deep sorrow that we announce the passing of Emily Eudy Overcash, a beloved wife, mother, grandmother, great-grandmother, sister, and friend. Emily was called home
Special to IFN Josh Stein took the oath of office in the Old Senate Chambers at the historic Capitol in downtown Raleigh on Wednesday to become North Carolina’s 76th governor.
Ruth A. McGovern, born on March 12, 1955, in Middletown, N.Y., passed away at her home in Statesville, N.C., on December 28, 2024. She was the daughter of Richard and
BY SHAYNA ROUSON This year marks 64 years of support for the Lonely Children’s Fund Drive. This fund and effort, which began in 1960, allows the children in foster care
Special to IFN RALEIGH — Gov. Roy Cooper on Tuesday announced that he has commuted the sentences of 15 people on death row in North Carolina, including a convicted killer
FROM STAFF REPORTS A registered sex offender faces a slew of criminal charges after being arrested at his home by Iredell County Sheriff’s Office deputies. Sheriff Darren Campbell announced the
Mary Beth Linn, 79, of Harmony, N.C., passed away on Friday, December 20, 2024. Originally from Tiltonsville, Ohio, she was born on January 21, 1945 to Robert Magnus Johnson and