Mrs. Peggy Joyce Blackburn Glover, 78, was born in Statesville, N.C., on February 2, 1948, to the late David Smith and Mary Blackburn. She departed this life on November 28,
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David Edward McCorkle, 3-month-old infant son of Elzora Berryman and Jacinta Marie McCorkle, was born in Mecklenburg County on August 7, 2024. He passed away on Saturday, November 30, 2024.
John David Vandyke, 66, of Troutman, N.C., passed away on Monday, December 2, 2024, at the Gordon Hospice House in Statesville, N.C. He was born on September 13, 1958, in
Kimberly Ann Jenkins, 48, of Mooresville, N.C., passed away on Sunday, December 1, 2024, after a long illness. She was born on April 16, 1976, in Kentucky to Lois Johnson
Johnny Lee Reavis, 83, peacefully passed away on Sunday, December 1, 2024, in Statesville, N.C. He was born on June 4, 1941, in Iredell County to Hazel Keever Reavis. He
Marion Small Miller, 77, passed away on Wednesday, November 27, 2024, in Winston-Salem, N.C. She was born on February 3, 1947, in Hanover, Pa., to Bernard Edward Small Sr. and
Thomas “Tom” Allen Davis passed away on December 2, 2024, at the Gordon Hospice House in Statesville, N.C. He was born on June 30, 1947, in Statesville to the late
Michelle Lea White, 50, of Taylorsville, N.C., passed away peacefully at Gateway Nursing Home in Lenoir, N.C., on Sunday, December 1, 2024. She was born on October 5, 1974, in Lincoln
Special to IFN The N.C. Division of State Historic Sites has been awarded $114,500 to acquire five acres of land adjacent to the Fort Dobbs State Historic Site in Statesville.
Mayor Chris Carney calls Bobby Compton’s allegations ‘ridiculous’ BY MIKE FUHRMAN Former Mooresville town commissioner and unsuccessful mayoral candidate Bobby Compton publicly accused Mayor Chris Carney of inappropriate and unethical
BY DONNA SWICEGOOD Statesville Planning Director Sherry Ashley on Monday presented a strategic plan to help guide the City Council as it attempts to manage growth in and around the
CONTRIBUTED There is a lack of skilled nursing practitioners across much of the US and North Carolina is no exception. Thankfully, online education provides an opportunity for nurses to upskill
CONTRIBUTED As healthcare needs continue to expand in Iredell County and surrounding areas, local educational institutions are stepping up to meet the growing demand for qualified healthcare professionals. Learn how
CONTRIIBUTED Public safety is a cornerstone of thriving communities, ensuring citizens can live and work without fear. Criminal justice programs play a crucial role in fostering this safety by training
CONTRIBUTED A robust community health workforce is essential for maintaining the health and well-being of populations. Through innovative strategies, communities can enhance their health services and outcomes. This article explores
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