Anna Taravella, 93, of Statesville, N.C., passed away on Friday, December 26, 2025, at the Gordon Hospice House. A native of Brooklyn, N.Y., she was the daughter of the late…
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On December 25, 2025, David Andrew “Andy” Bumgarner Sr. was called home to be with the Lord at Iredell Memorial Hospital following a brief illness. Andy was born on March 21, 1951,…
Paul Lee Davidson, 66, of Statesville, N.C., passed away peacefully at the Gordon Hospice House on Tuesday, December 23, 2025, following a courageous battle with cancer. He is survived by…
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[caption id="attachment_120592" align="aligncenter" width="700"] Statesville Woman’s Club President Kim Mulrey (center) is pictured with fellow club members and Statesville Police Department officers.[/caption] Special to IFN The Statesville Woman’s Club recently…
IFN Staff The Mooresville Police Department reported the following felony arrests: DECEMBER 1 ♦ Marshall Alexander Jr., 39, of McIntyre Ridge Drive, Charlotte, charged with possession with intent to sell…
[caption id="attachment_120585" align="aligncenter" width="200"] Betty Avnet[/caption] UPDATE: Ms. Avnet has been located. IFN Staff The Iredell County Sheriff’s Office is asking the public for help locating a missing woman. Betty…
Edward “Jr” Wright, 72, of Taylorsville, N.C., passed away on Friday, December 26, 2025, at Frye Regional Medical Center. He was born June 28, 1953, in Alexander County, the son of…
Donnie Ray Flowers, 68, of Taylorsville, N.C., passed away on Tuesday, December 23, 2025, at Frye Regional Medical Center, following a lengthy illness. Donnie was born January 18, 1957, in…
Fred “David” Sherrill, 83, of Statesville, N.C., passed away peacefully on Friday, December 26, 2025, at the Gordon Hospice House surrounded by his family. David was born on September 29,…
[caption id="attachment_120568" align="aligncenter" width="240"] Doug Hendrix was sworn in as Statesville mayor on December 1. (Photo by Robin McGuirt)[/caption] IFN STAFF In the wake of his victory in the November…
IFN Staff Iredell County Sheriff Darren Campbell, Register of Deeds Renee Holland, District Court Judge Carole A. Hicks and Iredell-Statesville Schools Board of Education member Anita Kurn remained unopposed when…
IFN Staff The Iredell County Sheriff’s Office reported the following felony arrests: DECEMBER 18 ♦ Kenneth Ty Parent, 29, of Family Circle, Statesville, charged with possession of a controlled substance…
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Giving flowers has evolved far beyond handing someone a simple bouquet wrapped in cellophane. Today’s flower gift ideas embrace creativity, personalization, and thoughtful presentation, transforming floral gifts into memorable experiences….
Julia Moore Pittman was born on August 11, 1947, and died on December 24, 2025. She had one brother and three sisters. She married my dad in 1964 and had my…
Janet Frances Rodgers Barnette, a beloved wife, mother, sister, and friend, passed away peacefully at the age of 71 on December 23, 2025, at Duke Health Lake Norman Hospital in…
Michael Wayne Terry, 43, of Harmony, N.C., passed away on Monday, December 22, 2025. He was born in Iredell County, N.C., on June 17, 1982, to David Wayne Terry and…
Irene Moose Earp, 88, of Hiddenite, N.C., passed away on Wednesday, December 24, 2025, at her home. She was born September 26, 1937, in Alexander County, the daughter of the late…
Special to IFN Gibson Care Corp., the Home Instead franchise for Iredell and Alexander counties, was recently recognized for service excellence after receiving great ratings and reviews from seniors and…
IFN Staff The Statesville Police Department reported the following felony arrests: DECEMBER 4 ♦ Shannon Lipscomb Shepherd, 48, of Wilmington Avenue, Statesville, charged with habitual larceny. ♦ Byrum Colby Holmes,…
Special to IFN Brent Goddard has announced his candidacy for election to Iredell County Board of Commissioners. [caption id="attachment_120527" align="alignright" width="178"] Brent Goddard[/caption] In his campaign announcement, Goddard said he…
[caption id="attachment_120521" align="aligncenter" width="503"] Pexels.com photo[/caption] Low interest rates are an especially big deal for investors because they essentially change the game when it comes to making money and…
Support of community helps family of five get fresh start BY MIKE FUHRMAN Jessica Barnette and Randy Lambert spent last Christmas in a motel room after a series of unfortunate…
BY GOV. JOSH STEIN Raleigh — Every December, my family lights and places our menorah in a window. Hanukkah – the miracle of lights – tells the story of a group…
Special to IFN Every child in foster care deserves not only safety and stability but also the chance to return home to a family that is ready and able to…
Mr. Colbert Spann, beloved son of the late John Gerald Sr. and Bertha Spain Gerald, was born in Conway, S.C., on May 23, 1950. He departed this life on Monday,…
Mrs. Emma Jean Morrison Huggins, 93, was born in Iredell County, on June 2, 1932, to the late Blake Morrison Sr. and Gracie Bell Watts. She entered into eternal life…
Cristina Ann Grossu Biffle, 35, and Ryder Jack Biffle, 5, of Mooresville, N.C., passed away on December 18, 2025. Cristina was born in London, England, on January 10, 1990, to…
Gregory Jack Biffle, 55, of Mooresville, N.C., passed away on December 18, 2025. Greg was born in Portland, Ore., on December 23, 1969, to Garland Jack and Sally Biffle. He…
With family beside her in her residence, Adelaide (Bette) Van Deventer Gibson peacefully passed away at midnight, as we began December 17, 2025. She was 89 years old and lived at The…
Donald Richard Sherrill, 78, of Troutman, N.C., passed away on Monday, December 22, 2025, at the Salisbury VA Hospital. Donald was born on April 12, 1947, to the late Hollis…
Allen Ray Martin, 66, of Yadkinville, N.C., passed away on Sunday, December 21, 2025, at Forsyth Medical Center. Allen was born on October 3, 1959, to Ada Marie Christie Martin…
Claude LaVon Mitchell, 64, passed away on December 15, 2025 at Frye Regional Medical Center. LaVon was born in Iredell County, N.C., on June 24, 1961, to the late Claude…
Clarence “Chuck” Vernon Comer Jr., 62, passed away on Sunday, December 21, 2025. He is survived by his wife of 43 years, Vicky Stroud Comer, grandson Damien Briceno, daughter Samantha…
You hear a strange grind from the brakes while turning off Interstate 77 near Statesville. The shop calls back with a repair estimate that lands far above your weekly plan….