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Duke Health reaches agreement to purchase Lake Norman Regional Medical Center

Posted on December 11, 2024 by Mike Fuhrman

Special to IFN Duke Health announced Wednesday that the health care system has signed an agreement to purchase Lake Norman Regional Medical Center and its related businesses in Mooresville from

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Sallie Hodges Hartis

Posted on December 11, 2024 by Mike Fuhrman

Sallie Hodges Hartis, 73, of Taylorsville, N.C., passed away after a courageous battle with cancer on December 10, 2024. She was the daughter of the late Frank and Annie Hodges.

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Mildred Herman Wike

Posted on December 11, 2024 by Mike Fuhrman

Mildred Herman Wike, 95, of Taylorsville, N.C., passed away on Monday, December 9, 2024 at the Gordon Hospice House in Statesville, N.C. Mildred was born November 26, 1929, in Alexander

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James Loftin Meadows

Posted on December 11, 2024 by Mike Fuhrman

James Loftin Meadows Sr., 84, of Mooresville, N.C., passed away on Monday, December 9, 2024. He was born December 2, 1940, on a beautiful snowy day, in his childhood home

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Frank Powell Knox

Posted on December 11, 2024 by Mike Fuhrman

It is with profound sadness that we announce the passing of Frank Powell Knox, 81, of Mooresville, N.C., who left this world on Monday, December 9, 2024, at the S.

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Lawrence Samuel Zobrest

Posted on December 11, 2024 by Mike Fuhrman

Lawrence Samuel Zobrest, 77, passed on December 5, 2024. He was born September 12, 1947 in Warren, Pennsylvania to Lawrence and Mary Jane Zobrest (Regina). In 1981, he and his family

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Harold Dale

Posted on December 11, 2024 by Mike Fuhrman

Harold Dale, a man of steadfast determination, unwavering loyalty, and boundless love, passed away peacefully surrounded by his family at the age of 96. Harold was a true embodiment of

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Frances Moten

Posted on December 11, 2024 by Mike Fuhrman

Frances Bruner Moten was born in Iredell County on February 25, 1938, to the late James Alexander Bruner and Genevieve Morrison Bruner. She departed this life on December 10, 2024,

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Roger Lee Cleary Sr.

Posted on December 11, 2024 by Mike Fuhrman

Roger Lee Cleary Sr., 73, of Statesville, N.C., passed away on Tuesday, December 10, 2024, after a brief illness. Roger was born September 18, 1951, to the late Harvey Cleary

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Trey Barkley

Posted on December 11, 2024 by Mike Fuhrman

Wilfred “Trey” Lewis Barkley III, 17, of Statesville, N.C., passed away Monday, December 9, 2024, at his residence. Trey was born May 24, 2007, to Wilfred Lewis Barkley II and

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New chairman outlines expectations, rules for I-SS Board members

Posted on December 11, 2024 by Mike Fuhrman

Board approves $2.98 million for stadium improvements at Lake Norman High BY KARISSA MILLER Iredell-Statesville Schools Board of Education Chairman Doug Knight spent a significant amount of time during Monday’s

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Three Rivers Land Trust helps property owner conserve 25 acres near Lake Norman

Posted on December 11, 2024 by Mike Fuhrman

Special to IFN Thanks to a generous donation from the landowner, a 25-acre tract located less than a quarter of a mile from Lake Norman will be permanently conserved. Three

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Clifford Bryant

Posted on December 10, 2024 by Mike Fuhrman

Clifford “Cliff” “Kippy” Duane Bryant, 64, of Statesville, N.C., passed away Monday, December 9, 2024, at the Gordon Hospice House. Born in Pulaski County, Va., on June 14, 1960, Cliff

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Betty Queen

Posted on December 10, 2024 by Mike Fuhrman

Betty Queen, beloved mother, grandmother, great grandmother, great-great grandmother and dear sister, passed away at the Gordon Hospice House Sunday, December 8, 2024. Born January 18, 1932, to the late

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Marshall Eugene Crisco

Posted on December 10, 2024 by Mike Fuhrman

Marshall Eugene Crisco, 83, of Wadesboro, N.C., went to be with the Lord on Sunday, December 8, 2024. He was born on October 29, 1941, in Mooresville, N.C., to the

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Mary Ann Pippin

Posted on December 10, 2024 by Mike Fuhrman

Mary Ann Pippin, born January 12, 1951, in Blue Island, Ill., passed away on Sunday, December 8, 2024, at the Gordon Hospice House in Statesville, N.C. Mary Ann is survived

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Mildred Bebber Meadlock

Posted on December 10, 2024 by Mike Fuhrman

Mildred Bebber Meadlock, 99, of Taylorsville, N.C., passed away on December 9, 2024, at the Gordon Hospice House in Statesville, N.C. She was born on September 11, 1925, in Alexander County

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Betty Louise Deal Martin

Posted on December 10, 2024 by Mike Fuhrman

Betty Louise Deal Martin, 91, passed away on Monday, December 9, 2024, at her home. She was born on October 14, 1933, in Alexander County, the daughter of the late Jacob

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Troutman Council discusses social district, forms advisory committee

Posted on December 10, 2024 by Mike Fuhrman

BY DEBBIE PAGE During the their agenda briefing on Monday afternoon, Troutman Town Council members discussed the process of creating a social district. Statesville and Mooresville, along with approximately 60

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Sheriff: Two women face felony charges after ICSO deputies investigate report of suspected drug activity

Posted on December 10, 2024 by Mike Fuhrman

FROM STAFF REPORTS Two women face felony drug charges after Iredell County Sheriff’s Office deputies found methamphetamine, psilocybin mushrooms and marijuana in a home in eastern Iredell County. Sheriff Darren

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Iredell County’s unemployment rate increased to 3.2 percent in October

Posted on December 10, 2024 by Mike Fuhrman

Special to IFN RALEIGH — Iredell County’s unemployment rate ticked up slightly to 3.2 percent in October, according to the N.C. Department of Commerce. Iredell County has a workforce of

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Mullins named branch manager of Tim Johnson Landscaping’s Statesville location

Posted on December 10, 2024 by Mike Fuhrman

Special to IFN Andrew “Jack” Mullins has been selected to serve as the first branch manager in the history of Tim Johnson Landscaping, an industry leader in the Statesville and

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United Way of Iredell County opens Love United Iredell 2025 application portal

Posted on December 10, 2024 by Mike Fuhrman

Special to IFN United Way of Iredell County has officially opened the application process for its 2025 cycle of Love United Iredell, a community fundraising initiative planned for February 1-28,

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Health Beat: Primary care providers can save your health — and money

Posted on December 10, 2024 by Mike Fuhrman

Special to IFN Studies show that U.S. adults who regularly see their established primary care provider have 33 percent lower overall healthcare costs and 19 percent lower odds of premature

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Elma Poston Eller

Posted on December 9, 2024 by Mike Fuhrman

Elma Lee Poston Eller, 87, of Mooresville, N.C., passed away peacefully on Saturday, December 8, 2024, after a short illness. In her final days, Elma was surrounded by her loving

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Linda Ann Finley

Posted on December 9, 2024 by Mike Fuhrman

Linda Finley, beloved wife, mother, grandmother, and friend, passed away peacefully on Saturday, December 7, 2024, at the age of 78. Born in Cotulla, Texas, Linda grew up with an

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Statesville pilots, crew to host drive-thru holiday balloon glow on December 14

Posted on December 9, 2024 by Mike Fuhrman

Special to IFN A group of Statesville balloon pilots and their crews will host a drive-thru holiday balloon glow at the Statesville Soccer Complex on Saturday, December 14. The free

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Contributions to Lonely Children’s Fund top $11,000

Posted on December 9, 2024 by Mike Fuhrman

The goal of this year’s campaign is $30,000. BY LAQUETTA BROWN Since January 2017, the Iredell County Department of Social Services has been providing Foster Care Services to a child

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Federal government agrees to cover increased share of Hurricane Helene recovery costs

Posted on December 9, 2024 by Mike Fuhrman

Special to IFN RALEIGH — Gov. Roy Cooper has announced that President Biden has agreed to North Carolina’s request to cover 90 percent of Public Assistance, Hazard Mitigation, and Other Needs

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Building a Legacy Together: Mitchell Community College faculty and staff champion holiday giving

Posted on December 9, 2024 by Mike Fuhrman

Special to IFN Through the generosity of its employees, Mitchell Community College surpassed fundraising goals with 80 percent of its faculty and staff making a monetary donation to the College

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Two suspects indicted on murder charges in connection with 2011 shooting death of Statesville man

Posted on December 9, 2024 by Mike Fuhrman

FROM STAFF REPORTS Two suspects have been indicted on murder charges in connection with the September 2011 shooting death of Statesville resident Joseph “Joey” Brewer. Iredell County Sheriff Darren Campbell

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What Simple Habits Can Help You Maintain A Balanced and Healthy Life?

Posted on December 9, 2024 by Mike Fuhrman

CONTRIBUTED Keeping a balance in a life’s physical, emotional, and mental aspects is a target for many. However, it is not easily achievable and needs deliberate efforts. It is all

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Key Practices You Should Follow To Maintain Long-Term Wellness For Your Pet

Posted on December 9, 2024 by Mike Fuhrman

CONTRIBUTED Long-term wellness must be a priority for your pet to enjoy a happy and healthy quality of life. Just like people, pets have responsibilities they must observe to be

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Photo Gallery: 2024 Statesville Christmas Parade

Posted on December 8, 2024 by Mike Fuhrman

BY BRANDY TEMPLETON Downtown Statesville was packed on Sunday afternoon for the annual Christmas Parade. Photo Gallery

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Sharon Tillery

Posted on December 8, 2024 by Mike Fuhrman

Sharon Webb Tillery, 80, of Statesville, N.C., passed away on Saturday, December 7, 2024, at the Gordon Hospice House. Sharon was born August 16, 1944, to the late Phillip Lewis

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Walker Wilson

Posted on December 8, 2024 by Mike Fuhrman

It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of Walker Elmer Wilson, 94, beloved husband, father, grandfather and great-grandfather, who passed away on Friday, December 6, 2024, at

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