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BY KARISSSA MILLER The Iredell-Statesville Schools Board of Education held a swearing-In ceremony on Monday evening for two newly elected members and one returning member who was re-elected. A new
Judith Faye Haithcox Byers, 75, of Statesville, N.C., passed away on Sunday, December 1, 2024, at the Gordon Hospice House. She was born in Iredell County on March 15, 1949,
Bertha Stone Cronce, 90, of Statesville, N.C., passed away Sunday, December 1, 2024, at the Gordon Hospice House. She was born on October 14, 1934, in Stewartsville, N.J. She was
Robert Allen Adkins, 92, of Statesville, N.C., passed away on Thursday, November 28, 2024. Born January 10, 1933, he was the son of the late Alvin Huey Adkins and Florence
Elizabeth Wuttke Aucello, 89, of Statesville, N.C., passed away on Thursday, November 28, 2024. Elizabeth was born on June 6, 1935, to the late Herman Wuttke and Marie Knodel Wuttke,
Ralph Louis Fasano, born on August 22, 1943, in the Bronx, N.Y., passed away on November 30,2024, at Autumn Care of Statesville, N.C. He was a beloved husband, a dedicated
Ronald Harold Metty, 84, died on Saturday, November 30, 2024, at the S. Mitchell Mack Hospice House in Mooresville, N.C., surrounded by his loving family. Ronny was born on March
Catherine “Cathy” Patterson, 77, of Mooresville, N.C., passed away on Saturday, November 30, 2024, at her home surrounded by her loving family. She was born on March 14, 1947, in
Michael “Mike” Allen Carson, 74, went home to be with his Lord and Savior on Thursday, November 28, 2024, at the Gordon Hospice House in Statesville, N.C., surrounded by his
BY KARISSA MILLER Incumbent Iredell County commissioners Gene Houpe, Melissa Neader and Scottie Brown took the oath of office Monday morning for their new terms during a meeting at the
Special to IFN The Iredell Arts Council will host its annual Member Showcase, on Thursday, December 5. The free community event, which begins at 5 p.m., is being held in
FROM STAFF REPORTS A Charlotte man faces felony drug charges and a misdemeanor weapons charge after Mooresville police found four pounds of marijuana and a concealed handgun in a vehicle
Special to IFN Veteran firefighter Shane Schantzenbach has been promoted to lieutenant at the Statesville Fire Department, effective November 25. Lt. Schantzenbach has dedicated more than 16 years to serving
BY NATALIE PRESNELL Sad. Scared. Confused. Worried. Anxious. Nervous. These are all feelings that children in foster care experience on a regular basis due to the uncertainty of what their
BY MIKE FUHRMAN Members of the Gene Houpe Fan Club will be watching closely on Monday morning when the Iredell County Board of Commissioners meets to select the board chair
BY KEVIN IMM One person was killed in a crash in Mooresville on Sunday afternoon. Mooresville Fire – Rescue and Iredell County EMS personnel, along with Mooresville police officers, responded
Special to IFN On Thanksgiving Day, a few Iredell-Statesville Schools staff members partnered with Burritos N Ribs owner Anna Johnson to serve holiday meals to a variety of community members.
Barbara Sue Cook Deviney, 77, of Statesville, N.C., passed away on Saturday, November 30, 2024, at the Gordon Hospice House. She was born July 11, 1947, in Iredell County, daughter
BY MIKE FUHRMAN Throughout his 54-year career, attorney Bill Pope distinguished himself for his service to his clients and the community. Pope was inducted into the N.C. Bar Association Legal
FROM STAFF REPORTS The Iredell County Sheriff’s Office reported the following felony arrests: NOVEMBER 22 ♦ Elton Pat Jetton, 66, of Kelly Avenue, Mooresville, charged with possession of cocaine, possession
BY KARISSA MILLER Northview Academy students in the screen-printing program are putting their talents to good use by helping a school in Western North Carolina recover from the devastation of
The policy of the Town of Mooresville is to foster, maintain, and promote equal employment opportunities. We recruit, hire, train, and promote employees without discrimination because of race, religion, color,
Special to IFN The Christmas season in Downtown Statesville officially begins with the lighting of the Christmas tree on Thursday, December 5, followed by the Holiday Shop & Stroll Spectacular
Joan Cope French,101, of Statesville, N.C., passed away Wednesday, November 27, 2024, at Brookdale Peachtree Assisted Living. Mrs. French was born in London, England, on March 3, 1923, to the
Ronald (Ron) (Ronnie) Wayne Lambert took his last call 0735 on Tuesday, November 26, 2024, to report for duty to patrol the heavenly streets with his family and old friends.
Elder Jerry “Wayne” Leach was born on September 28, 1958, to the late Carnell William Leach and Mary Katherine Moss Leach in Mooresville, N.C. He departed this earthly life on
BY MIKE FUHRMAN Greg Biffle was looking forward to relaxing in the Bahamas for a week in late September when the remnants of Hurricane Helene moved through Western North Carolina,
FROM STAFF REPORTS The Mooresville Police Department reported the following felony arrests: NOVEMBER 1 ♦ Kire D’Angelo McNeil, 28, of Vincent Place, Mooresville, charged with assault inflicting serious bodily injury,
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
Special to IFN The events featured below are just some of our highlighted events for the next month at the Iredell County Public Library. Registration is required for programs that
BY DEBBIE PAGE Zootastic Park’s “Wonderland of Lights” display, a Troutman-area tradition, is back for its 16th season. New this year is the optional Safari Drive-Thru Trail, featuring over 500
Special to IFN The Birth Place at Iredell Memorial Hospital announced the following births: NOVEMBER 15 ♦ A girl, Rosemary Eulagene Rosenbalm, born to Lyla Inscoe and Leeroy Rosenbalm of
Terry Edney Hopper, 68, of Olin, N.C., passed away on Thursday, November 28, 2024, at the Gordon Hospice House in Statesville, N.C., surrounded by his loving family. He was born
Our beloved Dr. James “Jim” Albert Hutchby, 84, died peacefully, while in the warm, loving care of his family and the caregivers at the S. Mitchell Mack Hospice House in
Special to IFN GG’s Art Frames Gifts will host a book-signing event for retired WBTV news reporter David Whisenant on Saturday, December 7. Whisenant will be signing copies of his