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,
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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
BY BRANDY TEMPLETON Statesville resident Gina Starrette decided to help others even when she wasn’t doing well. In early October she was hospitalized for four days after suffering a seizure
Special to Iredell Free News City of Statesville offices will be closed Thursday, December 24, and Friday, December 25 in recognition of the Christmas holiday. Garbage Collection The revised schedule
FROM STAFF REPORTS A Troutman woman faces numerous charges after Iredell County Sheriff’s Office deputies responded to a stabbing near Mooresville. Sheriff Darren Campbell announced the arrest of Chelsea Nicole
Special to Iredell Free News Iredell-Statesville Schools is proud to recognize North Iredell High School senior Laurel Gray for being chosen for the 2020-2021 U.S. Presidential Scholars Program. Laurel was
Special to Iredell Free News The Charlotte Regional Transportation Planning Organization (CRTPO) Board approved funding for several regional transportation projects, including more than $2.5 million for the Town of Mooresville,
Special to Iredell Free News RALEIGH — The N.C. Department of Administration’s Council for Women Advisory Board has released a report on the impact of COVID-19 on women in North
Kenneth Clyde Morrison, 90, formerly of Statesville, N.C., passed away Friday, December 18, 2020, at the Haywood House in Canton, N.C. Kenneth was born January 25, 1930, in Iredell County
Billy Ray Sharpe, 77, of Olin, N.C., passed away Monday, December 14, 2020, at W.G. Hefner V.A. Medical Center. He was born Thursday, October 28, 1943, in Iredell County, N.C.,
Mr. Henry Franklyn Nesbit, 75, of Statesville, N.C., son of the late Jennie Mae Nesbit, was born in Iredell County on January 15, 1945. He departed this life on December
Special to Iredell Free News Families who need help pulling together Christmas dinner during these difficult times are encouraged to swing by the Statesville Family YMCA early Saturday afternoon. Operation
Special to Iredell Free News The Statesville City Council on Monday plans to discuss implementing a $6.7 million Automated Meter Infrastructure (AMI) System for city electricity and water customers. The
FROM STAFF REPORTS A southern Iredell County resident faces 30 drug charges, including five counts of selling drugs within 1,000 feet of a school, following an investigation by the Iredell
Special to Iredell Free News Speak Life and Live, a Statesville nonprofit organization dedicated to mentoring youth, hosted its annual summer program virtually. Students from Iredell-Statesville Schools participated in the