IFN Staff Beyond the Building Ministries is a family effort, founded several years ago by Pamela Johnson, her daughter Deanna Ocampo, and Deanna’s husband Estevan. In the past five years,
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Special to IFN Pharos Parenting recently announced an expansion of its office and classroom space to better serve parents and families in Iredell and north Mecklenburg counties. Located at 1602
Special to IFN Iredell County Economic Development Corporation President and CEO Jenn Bosser has been appointed to the N.C. Economic Development Association (NCEDA) Board of Directors. Bosser will serve a
Special to IFN RALEIGH — On Tuesday, June 24, the political party affiliations of about 34,000 North Carolina voters registered with four parties — Constitution, Justice for All, No Labels,
Life has its natural ups and downs, but sometimes the challenges we face become overwhelming to the point where our mental health is significantly compromised. Recognizing when you’re experiencing a
In today’s crowded digital landscape, consumers are bombarded with endless choices. To stand out, brands need to engage their audience in ways that feel personal, relevant, and timely. One of
Expanding your business into China, with its dynamic market and large consumer base, can be a game-changing move. However, navigating the complexities of local labor laws, compliance regulations, and taxation
Rowing machines are a fantastic addition to any home gym. They provide a full-body workout that engages multiple muscle groups, improves cardiovascular fitness, and burns calories—all with minimal impact on
Training machine learning (ML) models is both an art and a science. While the core principles remain the same, becoming a pro in the field requires mastering both technical knowledge
In today’s dynamic business world, flexibility is key. Whether you’re facing a seasonal surge, covering for employee leave, or need extra hands for a short-term project, temporary staff can be
If you’re a fan of combat sports such as the Ultimate Fighting Championship (UFC) or of the NFL, the NHL, or the NBA, you’ve most likely heard of DraftKings or
Mary Bernadette Johnson, 74, of Statesville, N.C., passed away on Tuesday, July 23, 2024, at the Gordon Hospice House in Statesville after a brief illness. Mary was born July 1,
Thomas “Tom” Ray Benfield Sr., 89, of Statesville, N.C., passed away on Tuesday, June 17, 2025. He was born on June 2, 1936, in Iredell County to Ether Darr Benfield
Mona Shirley Kennedy Knox, 82, of Mooresville, N.C., went home to glory on Monday, June 16, 2025, at the S. Mitchell Mack Hospice House after an extended illness. She was
Bishop Shawn Donnal Simpson, 47, transitioned on Monday, June 16, 2025, at Carolinas Medical Center following a lengthy illness. He was born on October 30, 1978, in Iredell County and
Paula J. Sergeant, 60, of Taylorsville, N.C., passed away on Wednesday, June 18, 2025, at Forsyth Medical Center. She was born September 8, 1964, in Buffalo, N.Y., the daughter of
Carlton “Layne” Jordan, 63, of Olin, N.C., passed away unexpectedly at his residence on June 18, 2025. He was born on March 31, 1962, to the late Joe Jordan and
James Michael Leach, 63 of Statesville, N.C., passed away peacefully at his home on June 12, 2025. He was born on September 26,1961. He attended Iredell County Schools. He worked
BY KARISSA MILLER The Iredell County Board of Commissioners on Tuesday approved the county’s $343.8 million budget for fiscal year 2025-2026, which begins July 1. The adopted budget represents $22
Special to IFN The Full Bloom Film Festival on Thursday announced its official film selections for 2025. A total of 46 films from 17 countries have been selected to screen
BY JEFF CORBETT I once attended an incredible workshop at Arizona State University taught by professor Dr. Robert Cialdini, an often-quoted expert in all things dealing with persuasion, and today
Special to IFN The Statesville Community Appearance Commission recently announced the winners of the 2025 Spring Community Appearance Awards, which recognize individuals who have demonstrated exceptional dedication to enhancing the
Special to IFN High blood pressure, also known as hypertension, is known as the silent killer. It can go undetected for years while causing permanent internal damage to your body.
Special to IFN The Rotary Club of Statesville Endowment recently awarded $25,500 to 16 local nonprofits for the spring 2025 grant period. A reception will be held at Randy Marion
For years, schools focused on grades, successful students, and academic performance. Mental health was rarely mentioned, and nobody paid attention to it. If a student felt anxious or overwhelmed, they
Special to IFN The Statesville Juneteenth Committee has planned three days of programming and community events for the 2025 celebration. The Statesville Juneteenth celebration started in 1995. Much of the
BY STACIE LETT CAIN Downtown Mooresville is one step closer to having a downtown parking deck. In a unanimous vote, the Town Board of Commissioners on Monday awarded a $1,596,280
D’Angelo Malindasy Barker, 25, was born on February 29, 2000, in Lincolnton, N.C., to Avery Malindasy Barker and Dorothy Lee Bines Imes. He passed away unexpectedly on June 14, 2025.
Ellen Jane Knox Myers, 82, of Statesville, N.C., passed away peacefully at her daughter’s residence on Tuesday, June 17, 2025. Ellen was born on June 8, 1943, in Statesville to
Dolores Chavez Iglesias, born on January 20, 1944, in the vibrant lands of El Salvador, passed away peacefully on June 15, 2025, in Forsyth County, N.C., at the age of
It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of Charles “Charlie” William Crowe Jr., 63, of Sherrills Ford, N.C., who died on June 15, 2025. He is now celebrating
Mary Lois Starks, affectionately known as “Punchie,” passed away peacefully at the age of 85 on June 11, 2025, at the Gordon Hospice House in Statesville, N.C. Born on April
Special to IFN Mooresville Graded School District (MGSD) is one of 24 systems selected to participate in the Future of High School Network, a new national initiative led by the
BY KARISSA MILLER Iredell-Statesville Schools Career Technical Education program is helping address the childcare crisis through its babysitting camp, which aims to train middle and high school students to become
Special to IFN Iredell County officials held the annual opioid settlement funds public meeting during Tuesday’s Board of Commissioners meeting in line with the requirements of the North Carolina Memorandum
IFN Staff North Carolina has seen a boom in cities investing in vibrant downtowns over the past decade, and Statesville’s downtown has become a model of how to do that