Special to Iredell Free News RALEIGH — Governor Roy Cooper shared an important COVID-19 update for Christmas. Santa Claus is exempt from the Modified Stay-at-Home Order and will be able
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Vickie Gail Chadwick Minton, 57, of Hiddenite, N.C., passed away Wednesday, December 23, 2020, at Gordon Hospice House in Statesville, N.C. She was born Thursday, March 14, 1963, in Hartford,
Eugene Hager, 98, departed this life for his heavenly home on December 22, 2020, at Gordon Hospice House in Statesville, N.C., exactly one year and twelve days after the passing
William “Billy” Glenn Brewer, 60, of Statesville, N.C., passed away Monday, December 21, 2020, at the Gordon Hospice House. Mr. Brewer was born February 5, 1960, in Iredell County
Frank Gabriel Davidson Jr., 89, of Statesville, N.C., passed away December 22, 2020, at W.G. Bill Hefner VA Medical Center in Salisbury. He was born June 24, 1931, in Iredell
Special to Iredell Free News Davis Regional Medical Center began administering the Moderna vaccine on Tuesday. Frontline healthcare workers at the hospital will receive vaccinations throughout the week following
Paula Kay Speights Benton, 58 of Statesville, N.C., passed away Sunday, December 20, 2020, at Wake Forest Baptist Medical Center. She was born Tuesday, December 4, 1962, in Robinson County
BY STACIE LETT CAIN Although 2020 has been a year full of challenges, Statesville Mayor Costi Kutteh sees a future full of promise and hope. “Many people are saying how
FROM STAFF REPORTS Iredell County reached a grim milestone Tuesday as the number of COVID-19 deaths in the county surpassed 100. Local health officials reported five more new deaths
Robert William “Bill” Howard, 71, of Mooresville, N.C., passed away on Monday, December 21, 2020, at his residence. He was born on June 2, 1949, in Mooresville to the late
Sarah Collins Hoover, 86, of Troutman, N.C., passed away Monday, December 21, 2020, at Iredell Memorial Hospital. Mrs. Hoover was born December 10, 1934, in Iredell County and was the
James Guilford Alexander Jr., 55, of Troutman, N.C., passed peacefully on December 20, 2020, at home. He was born December 30, 1964, to the late James Alexander and Ruby Sizemore
FROM STAFF REPORTS A Lincolnton man has been charged with sexually assaulting a minor in southwest Iredell County following an investigation by the Iredell County Sheriff’s Office. Sheriff Darren Campbell
FROM STAFF REPORTS A Mooresville man faces charges that he broke into two vehicles after leaving the scene of an accident on Oakridge Farm Highway in late November. On Sunday,
Special to Iredell Free News Statesville Fire Chief Andy Weatherman is proud to announce that four new firefighters have recently completed the Basic Fire Training program through Mitchell Community College.
Special to Iredell Free News The Statesville ABC Board has announced the recipients of this year’s Educational Grants. The following agencies received a share of the $71,500 total contribution: ♦
FROM STAFF REPORTS The Mooresville Police Department reported the following felony arrests: DECEMBER 3 ♦ Tammy Jo Garrigan, 58, of McAdam Lane, Mooresville, charged with possession of a schedule VI
BY FRANCIE HARTSOG This past year has been one we will never forget. I can’t remember another time in my life coming close to the chaos we have lived through.
Special to Iredell Free News RALEIGH — Gov. Roy Cooper on Monday signed an Executive Order authorizing the North Carolina ABC Commission to permit the delivery or carry-out of mixed
FROM STAFF REPORTS The parents of a newborn face child abuse charges following an investigation by the Iredell County Sheriff’s Office. Sheriff Darren Campbell announced the arrests of John-Michael Scott
Jane V. Shoemaker, born January 13, 1956, passed away unexpectedly on December 19, 2020. She was loved for her sense of humor and kindness. She so greatly enjoyed spending time
Otto “Buck” Bernard Bachner, 98, of Mooresville, N.C., passed away peacefully at home on Saturday, December 19, 2020. He was born in Pittsburgh, Pa., on February 18, 1922, to the
Alison Jane Oakes Allen, 56, passed away on Sunday, December 20, 2020, at Lake Norman Regional Medical Center. Alison was born on May 15, 1964, in Manchester, England, to the
Elisha Stinson, 83, of Statesville, N.C., was called home to be with the Lord on December 20, 2020. Born August 7, 1937, in Avondale, W.Va., he was a son of
Mr. Charles Linzy Tenor, 77, was born September 3, 1943. He departed this life on December 19, 2020. Charles was the son of the late Luther Martin and Lucy Tabor
Mr. Bernard Lewis Davidson, 70, of Statesville, N.C., departed this life on Tuesday, December 15, 2020, at Iredell Memorial Hospital. He was the son of the late Claude and Nannetta
Estel James Wyatt, 93, of Statesville, N.C., passed away Sunday, December 20, 2020, at his home. Mr. Wyatt was born August 21, 1927, in Wilkes County and was the son
Patricia Ann Connolly Harbison, 70, died Saturday, December 19, 2020 at Brian Center in Hickory, N.C. She was born in Iredell County on February 11, 1950, to the late Robert
Special to Iredell Free News RALEIGH — The state’s seasonally adjusted November unemployment rate was 6.2 percent, remaining unchanged from October’s revised rate. The national rate decreased 0.2 of a
FROM STAFF REPORTS The Iredell County Sheriff’s Office reported the following felony arrests: DECEMBER 10 ♦ Tremayne Da’Lee Daniels, 24, of Deaton Street, Statesville, charged with possession with intent to
Special to Iredell Free News Iredell Community Outreach Association (COAST) will hold a free holiday food box giveaway on Tuesday. A generous donor has provided access to 10 free holiday
Special to Iredell Free News Last year the Town of Troutman hired the consulting firm Stantec to undertake the Troutman Alternatives Study. The goal of the study was to evaluate
Dewight Harold “Big D” Gunter, 66, of Statesville, N.C., died Saturday, December 19, 2020, at Iredell Memorial Hospital. He was born in Swain County, N.C., on March 23, 1954, to
Daniel Lee LeVan, 58, of Stony Point, N.C., passed away unexpectedly at his home on Friday, December 18, 2020. He was born Tuesday, July 31, 1962, in Alexander County to
Henry Philander “Hank” Shook, 96, passed away on Friday, December 19, 2020, after a lengthy illness. He was preceded in death by his parents, Eulan and Ila Shook, and brother
FROM STAFF REPORTS Iredell-Statesville Schools and the Iredell County Health Department notified parents of COVID-19 cases at 21 district schools between December 11-17. According to the district’s latest report, more