Shirley Anne Ward Byrd, 90, of Statesville, N.C., has entered the Kingdom, triumphant. She passed peacefully on February 4, 2026, at the Gordon Hospice House, six and a half weeks…
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Phyllis Billings Frye, 90, of Taylorsville, N.C., passed away on Wednesday, February 4, 2026, at the Gordon Hospice House in Statesville, N.C. She was born December 24, 1935, the daughter…
Special to IFN The Iredell County Public Library invites the community to explore Black history, culture and creativity throughout February. From local history lectures to panel discussions, there’s something for…
[caption id="attachment_122990" align="aligncenter" width="624"] Unsplash.com photo[/caption] In 2026, U.S. sports betting has moved beyond questions of legitimacy and availability. The focus is now on reputation, experience, as well as how…
IFN Staff The Statesville Police Department’s Special Response Team was activated Thursday morning and deployed to the 1300 block of Wilson Lee Boulevard in response to a report of gunshots…
[caption id="attachment_122978" align="aligncenter" width="800"] Iredell-Statesville Schools served nearly 700 meal boxes Tuesday and Wednesday at N.B. Mills Elementary School.[/caption] BY KARISSA MILLER Iredell-Statesville Schools Child Nutrition staff, school employees and…
Shipping a car may appear daunting, but proper preparation avoids stress and makes the entire experience smooth-sailing and worry-free. Preparing the car for transportation ensures peace of mind for both…
In professional aesthetic medicine, the transformation from dull fatigued skin to vibrant healthy complexion is increasingly driven by regenerative science. Rather than masking surface imperfections, modern treatments aim to restore…
In their fact sheet, the Rape, Abuse & Incest National Network (RAINN) said that an estimated 423,000 persons aged 12 and older were sexually assaulted annually throughout the United States….
Every two years, the New York State law conducts a Survey of Sexual Assault and Related Misconduct. And according to their latest survey in 2025, 49% of the respondents reported…
[caption id="attachment_122944" align="aligncenter" width="624"] Unsplash.com photo[/caption] Owning a non-running motorhome or fifth wheel in the Bluegrass State often starts as what you may think is solely a personal problem, but…
Riding a motorcycle brings a sense of freedom that few other forms of travel can match. But for riders who’ve felt the wind on an open highway, that same freedom…
Georgia drivers know that the heat and traffic can be very hard on any vehicle. Between the humid air in Savannah and the constant stop-and-go traffic in Atlanta, cars tend…
In Bakersfield, California, keeping detailed records after an injury is crucial to strengthening a personal injury case. From documenting the initial injury to tracking medical treatments and related expenses, every…
If you own a pool in Rock Hill, you know it’s much more than a backyard feature. It’s where you cool off in the summer, spend time with family, and…
BY KARISSA MILLER The Iredell County Board of Commissioners is reconsidering how the county funds the daily operations of volunteer fire departments throughout the county as well as how it…
Special to IFN Iredell Health System announced Wednesday that Tracie Faircloth has been promoted to director of the hospital-based skilled nursing facility at Iredell Memorial Hospital. She formerly served as…
Angeleta “Angie” Suzette Moore, 64, of Mooresville, N.C., passed away Tuesday, February 3, 2026, at Atrium Health Pineville Hospital. Angie was born March 3, 1961, in Morehead City, N.C., to…
Myrtle Ostwalt Freeze, 95, of Statesville, N.C., entered her heavenly home on January 31, 2026. Mrs. Freeze was born October 15, 1930, to Gray Bynum Ostwalt and Jessie Mae Lippard…
John Walker Piet, 76, of Mooresville, N.C., passed away on Saturday, January 31, 2026. He was born in Baltimore, Md., on May 12, 1949, to the late Francis and Anna…
Nadine Irene Rogers, born on November 21, 1955, in Iredell County, N.C., passed away peacefully from natural causes on January 31, 2026, at the age of 70. Her final moments…
Pastor Grover Ray Crosswhite entered the presence of his Lord and Savior on January 31, 2026. Grover lived a life marked by deep faith, generous love, and sincere gratitude. He saw…
Paul “Fate” Hefner, 91, of Taylorsville, N.C., passed away on Tuesday, February 3, 2026, at his home. He was born on September 24, 1934, in Alexander County, the son of…
Special to IFN RALEIGH — Demonstrating strong levels of safety, North Carolina public school units (PSUs) reported that nearly 80 percent of schools had five or fewer acts of reportable criminal offenses), with 44 percent of schools having…
IFN Staff Two suspects face criminal charges in connection with a break-in and theft that occurred at a business located off Sharon School Road following an investigation by the Iredell…
[caption id="attachment_122861" align="aligncenter" width="641"] ImmsterFirePhotos.com[/caption] BY KEVIN IMM Cool Springs Fire Department personnel, along with the Iredell County Rescue Squad, N.C. State Highway Patrol and Iredell County Sheriff’s Office were…
Frances Holmes Ewell Tharpe, 84, of Statesville, N.C., passed away on Friday, January 30, 2026, at Jurney’s Assisted Living. Fran was born February 4, 1941, in Danville, Va., to the…
Wesley Clay Elliott Sr. went home to his reward on Friday, January 30, 2026. He passed peacefully at the Gordon Hospice House in Statesville, N.C., after a lengthy illness. Clay was…
Judy Carswell McKinney, 84, of Hickory, N.C., passed away on Sunday, February 1, 2026, at Valley Nursing Center. She was born March 11, 1941, in Catawba County, the daughter of the…
The way consumers pay online has changed dramatically over the past decade. What was once a narrow choice between credit cards and basic bank transfers has evolved into a diverse…
BY DONNA SWICEGOOD Statesville City Manager Ron Smith on Monday expressed appreciation to street crews and emergency personnel for their response to the back-to-back storms that dumped ice and snow…
Special to IFN RALEIGH — The N.C. State Board of Elections is sending letters to more than 241,000 North Carolina voters who provided identification numbers when they registered to vote that…
IFN Staff Five Iredell County Detention Center inmates face felony charges following a criminal investigation sparked by the overdoses of two inmates, including one who later died. About 8 p.m….
A traffic stop can turn serious fast, and then paperwork starts stacking up on the kitchen table. Court dates, bond rules, and deadlines show up before you feel settled. In…
Divorce is not a new issue in the United States. In fact, the divorce rate for first marriages is approximately 41%. That’s about 41 out of every 100 first-time marriages…
According to Security.org, incidents of identity theft in the U.S. have increased by nearly 85% over the past decade. This is due to a massive increase in cybercrime. In contrast,…