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Sheriff: Hickory man faces charges in violent home-invasion assault

Posted on December 27, 2019 by Mike Fuhrman

FROM STAFF REPORTS A Hickory man faces multiple felony charges in connection with a vicious attack in a western Iredell County home early Thursday morning. Sheriff Darren Campbell announced the

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Twyla Elizabeth Hall

Posted on December 27, 2019 by Mike Fuhrman

Twyla Elizabeth Hall, 60, of Salisbury, N.C., passed away Thursday, December 26, 2016, at The Lutheran Home at Trinity Oaks in Salisbury. Born in Iredell County on March 14, 1959,

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Wake Forest Baptist Health study shows risks for additional procedures after bariatric surgery

Posted on December 26, 2019 by Mike Fuhrman

Special to Iredell Free News WINSTON-SALEM – Which of the two most common bariatric surgeries – gastric sleeve or gastric bypass – has the highest subsequent risk of additional operations

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Sheriff: Suspects rearrested on drug charges while free on bond

Posted on December 26, 2019 by Mike Fuhrman

FROM STAFF REPORTS A man and woman who were free on bond awaiting trial on drug charges face new charges after Iredell County Sheriff’s Office deputies found methamphetamine and heroin

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Three deputies join ICSO Patrol Division

Posted on December 26, 2019 by Mike Fuhrman

Special to Iredell Free News Sheriff Darren Campbell recently welcomed three new patrol deputies to the Iredell County Sheriff’s Office: ♦ Deputy Christian LeVan graduated from North Iredell High School

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Eleanor Barbara Sabie Murphy

Posted on December 26, 2019 by Mike Fuhrman

Eleanor Barbara Sabie Murphy, 88, of Mooresville, N.C., passed away on Wednesday, December 25, 2019, at her home. She was born November 15, 1931, in Belleville, N.J., to the late

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Our Big List of Fun Things to do this Weekend in Iredell (Dec. 27-29)

Posted on December 26, 2019 by Mike Fuhrman

Iredell County Sports Hall of Fame Classic When: Friday, December 27; Saturday, December 28 Where: Statesville High School, 474 N. Center Street, Statesville Details: Tournament begins at 10 a.m. Friday,

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Jerry Gray Bradshaw

Posted on December 26, 2019 by Mike Fuhrman

Jerry Gray Bradshaw, 76, of Hiddenite, N.C., passed away on Wednesday, December 25, 2019, at Gordon Hospice House in Statesville. He was born on Thursday, October 28, 1943, to the

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James Ray Farster

Posted on December 26, 2019 by Mike Fuhrman

James Ray Farster, 72, of Mooresville, N.C., passed away on Tuesday, December 24, 2019. He was born June 28, 1947 in Armstrong, Pa., to the late Omar and Irene Mottern

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Sandra Diane Sowers McInnis

Posted on December 26, 2019 by Mike Fuhrman

Sandra Diane Sowers McInnis, 55, of Cleveland, N.C., died December 23, 2019, at her home. Born in Iredell County on December 9, 1964, she was a daughter of Eugene Sowers,

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Annie Whitener Lapish

Posted on December 26, 2019 by Mike Fuhrman

Mrs. Annie Whitener Lapish, 92, of Troutman, N.C., passed away on Wednesday, December 25, 2019, at Autumn Care of Statesville. Mrs. Lapish was born July 16, 1927, in Troutman, N.C.,

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David Mayes Sr.

Posted on December 25, 2019 by Mike Fuhrman

David Allen Mayes Sr., son of the late Raymond Durant Mayes and Sudie Mae Hoover Mayes, was born in Iredell County on August 24, 1946. He departed this life on

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Richard Herman Nixdorf

Posted on December 25, 2019 by Mike Fuhrman

It is with great sadness that the family of Richard Herman Nixdorf of Mooresville, age 79, passed away peacefully at his home on December 20, 2019. He is survived by

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Douglas “Doug” Charles Frank

Posted on December 24, 2019 by Mike Fuhrman

Douglas “Doug” Charles Frank of Mooresville, N.C., passed away peacefully on Sunday, December 22, 2019, with family by his side. He was born in Queens, N.Y., on October 13, 1948,

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Sen. Sawyer recognized as ‘Jobs Champion’ by the N.C. Chamber

Posted on December 23, 2019 by Mike Fuhrman

Special to Iredell Free News State Sen. Vickie Sawyer has been recognized as a “Jobs Champion” by the N.C. Chamber based on her pro-growth and pro-jobs voting record. Sawyer, a

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Zella Seeley Howard

Posted on December 23, 2019 by Mike Fuhrman

Zella Seeley Howard, 86, of Stony Point, N.C., and formally of Erin, N.Y., joined her husband in Heaven on Friday, December 20, 2019, at her residence. She was born on

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Cletis Wooten Sr.

Posted on December 23, 2019 by Mike Fuhrman

Mr. Cletis Wooten Sr., 81, passed away Saturday, December 21, 2019. A visitation will be held Sunday, Dec. 29, from 3 to 5 p.m., at Nicholson Funeral Home. A celebration

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Lake Norman girls, Statesville boys awarded top seeds in 2019 Holiday Classic

Posted on December 23, 2019 by Mike Fuhrman

FROM STAFF REPORTS Lake Norman High School earned the No. 1 seed in the girls bracket of the Iredell County Sports Hall of Fame Holiday Classic, which begins at Statesville

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North Iredell High School Class of 1969 celebrates 50th reunion

Posted on December 23, 2019 by Mike Fuhrman

Members of the Class of 1969 at North Iredell High School pose for a photo at their 50th reunion. Special to Iredell Free News The North Iredell High School Class

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Hiddenite man charged with violating Domestic Violence Protection Order

Posted on December 23, 2019 by Mike Fuhrman

FROM STAFF REPORTS A Hiddenite man was jailed in lieu of a $1 million-plus bond on numerous charges, including violation of a Domestic Violence Protection Order. On Saturday, December 14,

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Iredell County man charged with multiple counts of sexual exploitation of a minor

Posted on December 23, 2019 by Mike Fuhrman

FROM STAFF REPORTS An Iredell County man faces felony charges related to sharing and possessing child pornography following a multi-agency investigation. Iredell County Sheriff Darren Campbell announced the arrest of

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South Iredell High School students earn top ratings at Learning through Languages Symposium

Posted on December 22, 2019 by Mike Fuhrman

Special to Iredell Free News Eleven language students from South Iredell High School attended the 5th annual Learning through Languages Symposium for high school students held at the University of

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Photo Gallery: From Olin to Coddle Creek, I-SS students excited about winter break

Posted on December 22, 2019 by Mike Fuhrman

Special to Iredell Free News From Olin to Coddle Creek, Iredell-Statesville Schools students (and Hulk the therapy dog) were excited about wrapping up the first semester and heading home for

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State treasurer announces ‘fee holiday’ extension for participants in N.C. Supplemental Retirement Plans

Posted on December 22, 2019 by Mike Fuhrman

Special to Iredell Free News RALEIGH – State Treasurer Dale R. Folwell has announced the extension of a fee holiday that increases two-year savings to more than $4 million for

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Felony Arrests: Dec. 12-18

Posted on December 22, 2019 by Mike Fuhrman

FROM STAFF REPORTS The Iredell County Sheriff’s Office reported the following arrests: DECEMBER 12 ♦ Shenna Lynnette Smith, 38, of Hodgesmill Road, Dobson, charged with being a fugitive from justice.

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City of Statesville announces holiday schedule

Posted on December 22, 2019 by Mike Fuhrman

Special to Iredell Free News Statesville City offices will be closed on Tuesday, December 24, and Wednesday, December 25, in recognition of the Christmas holiday. Garbage Collection Residential: The revised

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Broadus L. “B.L.” Farr Jr.

Posted on December 22, 2019 by Mike Fuhrman

Broadus L. “B.L.” Farr Jr., 87, of Mooresville, N.C., passed away on Saturday, December 21, 2019, at Gordon Hospice House in Statesville following a very brief illness. B.L. was born

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Birth Announcements: Nov. 25 – Dec. 15

Posted on December 22, 2019 by Mike Fuhrman

Special to Iredell Free News The Birth Place at Iredell Memorial Hospital reported the following births: NOVEMBER 25 ♦ A girl, Calliee Elizabeth Pearl Giles, born to Christopher and Karrie

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P.A.C.T. brings cheer to local families during holiday season

Posted on December 22, 2019 by Mike Fuhrman

Statesville Police Department Chan Austin, P.A.C.T. Director J.D. Williams, and officers Scott, Hoover and Linden assisted in the Troutman turkey giveaway stop. BY DEBBIE PAGE debbiepage.iredellfreenews@gmail.com Spreading holiday cheer at

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Iredell County Parks and Recreation Department seeking input for new master plan

Posted on December 22, 2019 by Mike Fuhrman

BY DEBBIE PAGE debbiepage.iredellfreenews@gmail.com At the Iredell County Parks and Recreation Department’s community forum on Thursday night, Director Michelle Hepler welcomed about 30 community members, explaining the need for their

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Ruth Anna Timmerman McKittrick

Posted on December 22, 2019 by Mike Fuhrman

Ruth Anna Timmerman McKittrick, 93, of Stony Point, N.C., passed away on Friday, December 20, 2019, at Maple Leaf Healthcare. She was born on April 23, 1926, in Edgefield, S.C.,

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Robert “Bobby” Cohen

Posted on December 22, 2019 by Mike Fuhrman

Robert “Bobby” Cohen, 82, of Mooresville, N.C., passed away peacefully on Monday, December 16, 2019, at Genesis Healthcare in Mooresville. He was born on May 20, 1937 in Pittsburgh, Pa.,

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Margaret A. Boardman

Posted on December 21, 2019 by Mike Fuhrman

Margaret A. Boardman, age 105, of Mooresville, N.C., passed away on Thursday, December 19, 2019, at Lake Norman Regional Medical Center. She was born in La Porte, Ind., on October

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Devon Alexander Sheffield

Posted on December 21, 2019 by Mike Fuhrman

Devon Alexander Sheffield, 20, of Mooresville, N.C., passed away on Friday, December 20, 2019. He was born on September 29, 1999, in Jacksonville, Fla., to Robert “Bobby” Alexander Sheffield III

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Fannie Laura Snow Gaither

Posted on December 21, 2019 by Mike Fuhrman

Mrs. Fannie Laura Snow Gaither, 91, of Harmony, N.C., passed away on Friday, December 20, 2019, at the Gordon Hospice House in Statesville. Mrs. Gaither was born October 15, 1928,

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Karen McLelland Collins

Posted on December 21, 2019 by Mike Fuhrman

Mrs. Karen McLelland Collins, 65, of St. Mary’s, Ga., and formerly of Troutman, N.C., passed away on Thursday, December 19, 2019. Mrs. Collins was born May 23, 1954, in Iredell

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