FROM STAFF REPORTS The Iredell County Sheriff’s Office reported the following felony arrests: DECEMBER 6 ♦ Acquilla Booze Cain Jr., 40, of Kennedy Court, Statesville, charged with possession of a
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Special to IFN EnergyUnited is proud to announce grant winners for the 2024 Bright Ideas program. This year EnergyUnited awarded a total of $47,892 to 44 teachers across the cooperative’s
Special to IFN FeedNC has received $3,500 from the Food Lion Feeds Charitable Foundation to help nourish neighbors experiencing hunger. The “Nourishing Our Neighbors” grant supports community feeding partners as
BY DEBBIE PAGE The Troutman Town Council honored two officers as Employees of the Month for November for their exhaustive efforts in investigating a fatal traffic accident. Devin Bentley, who
BY KEVIN IMM The Iredell County Fraternal Order of Police Lodge 10 held its annual Cops Kid&s program at the Statesville Walmart on December 12. Eighty-five children were taken shopping
FROM STAFF REPORTS The Mooresville Police Department reported the following requests: NOVEMBER 16 ♦ Kayvon Marashi, 40, of Palm Springs, Calif., charged with obtaining property by false pretenses. NOVEMBER 17
These positions are subject to pre-employment screenings. Iredell County does not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, creed, national origin, sex, age, political affiliation, genetic information, or handicapping
BY KARISSA MILLER Each year, the North Carolina State Board of Education recognizes schools for outstanding graduation rates, exceeding the goal of expected academic progress, and for achieving academic progress
Kenneth “Kenny” Brevard Lackey Jr., 70, of Mooresville, N.C., passed away on Wednesday, December 11, 2024, at Novant Health Presbyterian Medical Center in Charlotte, N.C. He was born on January
Carol Pitts Whitley, 81, of Hiddenite, N.C., unexpectedly passed away Friday, December 13, 2024, at Forsyth Medical Center. Carol was born December 29, 1942, in Iredell County to the late
BY DONNA SWICEGOOD To honor, remember and teach. That was part of the reason a couple dozen people gathered at Oakwood Cemetery on Saturday to pay tribute to some of
Special to IFN Fred & June’s Books is proud to announce that employees Hayley Botticello and Cece Sovik have been selected to receive the prestigious James Patterson Holiday Bookstore Bonus.
Special to IFN The Cub Scouts of Pack #173 in Mount Mourne had an exciting and educational adventure this past week, visiting both the local fire department and police department.
North Carolina General Statute 105-308 requires every person who owns any taxable property to list the property with the Assessor during the annual listing period. NCGS 105-307 provides that listing
BY KARISSA MILLER Cory Knight has joined the Boys & Girls Club of the Piedmont in Statesville as the new executive director. “My goal is to make sure everything that
Karen Hopkins Staley, 78, of Troutman, N.C., passed away on Thursday, December 12, 2024, at her home surrounded by her family. She was born November 1, 1946, in Rockingham, N.C.,
Julia Bird, 83, passed away peacefully at home on December 10, 2024, in Davidson, N.C. Julia was born on July 10, 1941, in Birmingham, Ala., to Milton Lydell and Margaret
Elizabeth Kathryn Lambert Stewart, 82, of Statesville, N.C., passed away on Thursday, December 12, 2024, at the Gordon Hospice House. Elizabeth was born on January 4, 1942, in Iredell County
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
BY DONNA SWICEGOOD From rookies to those with more than two decades of service, Iredell County Emergency Medical Services paid tribute to its own Wednesday night. Iredell EMS Director Eric
Special to IFN RALEIGH — Gov. Roy Cooper and Gov.-Elect Josh Stein have filed a lawsuit against Republican legislative leaders, contending that the legislative selection of the commander of the
Special to IFN Pine Lake Preparatory student-athletes Daelin Diaz-Luong and Sadie Peterson have committed to continue their studies and athletic careers at the collegiate level. Diaz-Luong commits to Penn State
Special to IFN Center Stage Alliance invites you to audition for its spring musical, “The Wizard of Oz,” on Monday, December 16, and Tuesday, December 17, at 6:30 pm. Join in
Baby Sky’Lynn Unique Steele was born on Thursday, November 28, 2024, to Theodore Thomas Steele and Shi’Anne Aile Turner. She entered into eternal rest on Thursday, November 28, 2024, at
Baby Shy’Lynn Beautiful Steele was born in Iredell County to Theordore T. Steele and Shi’Anne Aile Turner. She entered into eternal rest on Thursday, November 28, 2024, at Iredell Memorial
Mrs. Nina Renae Hayden Polk, 72, of Statesville, N.C., was born in Washington, D.C., on July 30, 1952, to the late Willie LeRoy Berry and Beulah Mae Bellamy. She departed
Special to IFN The N.C. Public Library Director’s Association recently awarded its annual Library Friend of the Year Award to Iredell Friends of the Library President Hank Byrd. Byrd was
Special to IFN RALEIGH — With Christmas just around the corner, N.C. Insurance Commissioner Mike Causey has compiled a list of home safety and driving tips to keep you and your
CONTRIBUTED Students often find themselves overwhelmed by the demands of research and looming deadlines. The challenge of balancing academic responsibilities can make even the most motivated learner feel stressed. Yet,
CONTRIBUTED China is one of the most ancient and culturally rich countries in the world, attracting travelers with its breathtaking landscapes, historical sites, and diverse cultural practices. For students traveling
CONTRIBUTED Being a student comes with a lot of stress. Deadlines, exams, assignments, and constant pressure to perform can pile up, leaving you feeling overwhelmed. But what if the solution
CONTRIBUTED Embarking on your college journey brings many new challenges, and among them is learning to feed yourself without breaking the bank or relying too heavily on instant noodles. Cooking
BY DEBBIE PAGE The Mooresville Graded School District Board of Education selected Greg Whitfield to remain as board chair for the upcoming year on Tuesday night, with Debbie Marsh chosen
Special to IFN Pine Lake Preparatory’s fifth-grade students celebrated the completion of the Drug Abuse Resistance Education (DARE) program with a graduation ceremony on December 10. Mooresville Police Officer Richard
FROM STAFF REPORTS A Taylorsville man faces a felony drug charge after being stopped for a motor vehicle violation by an Iredell County Sheriff’s Office deputy. Sheriff Darren Campbell announced
Special to IFN Attending local festivals and events is an exciting way to celebrate the holiday season. Many retailers turn to these events and set up temporary pop-up shops or