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NC State Football Odds: What the Upcoming Games Tell Us

Posted on October 22, 2025 by Mike Fuhrman

The NC State Wolfpack enters the heart of the 2025 college football season with confidence, experience, and a renewed focus on execution. After a series of gritty early-season performances, the

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Mobile-Friendly Slots: The Best Online Jackpots on the Go

Posted on October 22, 2025 by Mike Fuhrman

In 2025, mobile slots have become the go-to choice for players who want real jackpots without being tied to a desktop. Built for smartphones, they offer smooth performance, crisp visuals,

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How Procrastination Affects Mental Health

Posted on October 22, 2025 by Mike Fuhrman

We all sometimes tend to postpone things. Each of us has had that moment at least once or twice in our lives, when the urge to procrastinate grows so drastically

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Mooresville Board postpones action on development planned for Black Angus Lane

Posted on October 22, 2025 by Mike Fuhrman

BY STACIE LETT CAIN  The Mooresville Town Board of Commissioners on Monday postponed consideration of annexation and rezoning requests related to a 111-unit development planned for Black Angus Lane. The

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Sheriff: Statesville man faces multiple counts of sexual exploitation of a minor

Posted on October 22, 2025 by Mike Fuhrman

IFN Staff A Statesville man faces multiple felony charges in connection with the possession of child sexual abuse material following an investigation by the Iredell County Sheriff’s Office. Sheriff Darren

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Best Minecraft Servers for Bedrock: Where to Play With Friends in 2025

Posted on October 21, 2025 by Mike Fuhrman

If you’ve ever tried joining Minecraft servers and felt frustrated, you’re not alone. I personally spent years attempting to connect my phone to play with my PC friends, only to

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Fort Dobbs to honor military history on November 1

Posted on October 21, 2025 by Mike Fuhrman

Special to IFN Fort Dobbs State Historic Site will honor North Carolina’s military history with a “Military Timeline” on Saturday, November 1. Visitors will learn about the experiences of soldiers

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Gary Paul Butts

Posted on October 21, 2025 by Mike Fuhrman

Gary Paul Butts, 79, of Statesville, N.C., passed away on Thursday, October 16, 2025. Gary was born in Houston, Texas on September 17, 1946, to Paul Beverly Butts and Wanda

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Kimberly Ann Styles-Fearing

Posted on October 21, 2025 by Mike Fuhrman

Kimberly Ann Styles-Fearing, 63, of Statesville, N.C., passed away peacefully on October 11, 2025. Kim was born on June 16, 1962, to Nancy Carolynn Styles and James Howard Styles Sr.

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Mary Frances Oliphant

Posted on October 21, 2025 by Mike Fuhrman

Mary Frances Moore Oliphant, 95, of Mooresville, N.C., passed away on Sunday, October 19, 2025, at Autumn Care of Statesville. She was born on April 29, 1930, in Troutman, N.C.,

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Eddie “Dean” Baker Sr.

Posted on October 21, 2025 by Mike Fuhrman

Eddie “Dean” Baker Sr., 80, of Mooresville, N.C., went to be with the Lord on Sunday, October 19, 2025. He was born on December 27, 1944, in Iredell County, N.C.,

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Sheriff: Five suspects face charges after ICSO investigation leads to drug, weapons seizure

Posted on October 21, 2025 by Mike Fuhrman

IFN Staff Five suspects felony drug charges as a result of a month-long investigation by the Iredell County Sheriff’s Office. After receiving an anonymous tip related to suspected narcotics trafficking

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EnergyUnited wins third consecutive Top Workplace award

Posted on October 21, 2025 by Mike Fuhrman

Special to IFN EnergyUnited has been named a Top Workplace 2025 award winner by Charlotte Magazine for the third consecutive year. The award is given based solely on employee feedback

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Statesville Council gives preliminary approval to rezoning for 385-home development off Hill Haven Road

Posted on October 21, 2025 by Mike Fuhrman

BY DONNA SWICEGOOD In a split vote, the Statesville City Council approved the first reading of a rezoning request that will enable a developer to build 385 homes on Hill

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Trocadero Building in London will become a new casino

Posted on October 21, 2025 by Mike Fuhrman

You know that feeling when you walk past a building you’ve seen a thousand times, and suddenly there’s construction fencing and artist’s impressions plastered all over it? That’s the current

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Firefighters battle early morning structure fire in western Iredell County (Photos)

Posted on October 21, 2025 by Mike Fuhrman

BY KEVIN IMM The West Iredell Fire Department, along with the Stony Point and Monticello fire departments and Iredell County Rescue Squad, were alerted for a report of a structure

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Best Crypto Casino List: Top Options for 2025 Ranked

Posted on October 21, 2025 by Mike Fuhrman

Looking for the best crypto casino where you can enjoy a vast selection of games and generous bonuses?  Betpanda stands out as a top contender with over 6,000 games and

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North Carolina Invests in Blockchain for Supply Chain Transparency

Posted on October 21, 2025 by Mike Fuhrman

North Carolina is making a significant move to embrace blockchain technology, signaling a growing commitment to digital innovation within the state. A new grant initiative announced this week from the

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Best Sports Betting Sites and Apps in 2025: Top Bonus Offers & Promos

Posted on October 21, 2025 by Alex

Sports betting has gone from a niche hobby to a national pastime, especially with more states legalizing and regulаting it each year. Whether you’re into NFL parlays, live streaming NBA

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Greater Statesville Chamber of Commerce releases videos of candidate interviews in Statesville municipal races

Posted on October 20, 2025 by Mike Fuhrman

Special to IFN The Greater Statesville Chamber of Commerce and the Business Advocacy Committee have released videos of candidate interviews for the 2025 Statesville Municipal Races. These sessions were moderated

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William Joseph Towe

Posted on October 20, 2025 by Mike Fuhrman

William Joseph Towe, 63, of Hickory, N.C., passed away on Thursday, October 16, 2025, at Carolina Caring in Newton, N.C. He was born December 20, 1961, in Onondaga County, N.Y.,

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Kimberly Michelle Ray

Posted on October 20, 2025 by Mike Fuhrman

Kimberly Michelle Mathis Ray, 59, of Lowgap, N.C., passed away unexpectedly on Thursday, October 16, 2025, following an extended illness. Kim was born in Grand Forks, N.D., on June 22,

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Luther “L.T.” Taft Thomas Jr.

Posted on October 20, 2025 by Mike Fuhrman

Luther “L.T.” Taft Thomas Jr., 88, of Mooresville, N.C., passed away Friday, October 17, 2025, at the Gordon Hospice House in Statesville, N.C. L.T. was born May 5, 1937, in

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NCDHHS and CHESS Health launch free mental health resource for veterans

Posted on October 20, 2025 by Mike Fuhrman

Special to IFN RALEIGH — The N.C. Department of Health and Human Services (NCDHHS), CHESS Health and Diamond Mind LLC have launched an initiative to provide specialized resources and services

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West Iredell Middle teacher recognized for work in STEM education

Posted on October 20, 2025 by Mike Fuhrman

Olivia Atchley is a statewide finalist for CTE Teacher of the Year BY KARISSA MILLER Time spent Olivia Atchley’s technological system’s classroom at West Iredell Middle School is rarely boring.

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SPD announces 2025 Fill the Trailer Toy Drive kick-off

Posted on October 20, 2025 by Mike Fuhrman

Special to IFN The Statesville Police Department is preparing to kick off the 2025 Fill the Trailer Toy Drive, a community initiative aimed at spreading holiday cheer to families in

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Iredell Health System opens new surgery practice in Statesville

Posted on October 20, 2025 by Mike Fuhrman

Special to IFN Iredell Physician Network, a part of Iredell Health System, announced the opening of Iredell General Surgery on Monday. Dr. Richard A. Cheek III will begin seeing patients ages

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Public Notice: Statesville Customer Service Office to have delayed opening on October 21

Posted on October 20, 2025 by Mike Fuhrman

On Tuesday, October 21, 2025, the City of Statesville Customer Service Office will have a delayed opening due to mandatory staff training. The department will be open from 10 a.m.

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Humaniser and the New Era of AI-Powered Authentic Writing Tools

Posted on October 20, 2025 by Mike Fuhrman

Let’s take a tiny thought experiment for a second: imagine you’re reading a heartfelt email from a friend about something personal and meaningful. You’d likely pick up on sincerity, emotional

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Building Digital Bridges: How Online Resources Are Strengthening Community Connections in Iredell County

Posted on October 20, 2025 by Mike Fuhrman

In recent years, Iredell County has seen a quiet but powerful transformation in how residents connect, share, and support one another. From neighborhood Facebook groups to local information hubs, digital

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Top PlayStation Exclusive Games and More

Posted on October 20, 2025 by Mike Fuhrman

Statistically, the PlayStation Network has over 120 million monthly active users. Some gamers prefer exclusive games developed only for this console. According to the brand’s official website, there are 300+

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Severe weather forces organizers to end 50th Carolina BalloonFest early (Photos)

Posted on October 19, 2025 by Mike Fuhrman

IFN Staff Citing severe winds and deteriorating weather conditions, organizers of the 50th Carolina BalloonFest cut the festival short on Sunday. “The safety of our guests, pilots, volunteers, and community

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More than 1,000 people attend ‘No Kings’ rally in Newton

Posted on October 19, 2025 by Mike Fuhrman

Special to IFN More than 1,000 people gathered at the Catawba County Justice Center in Newton on Saturday to protest the Trump administration’s authoritarian actions and policies. The protest was

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Bryant Keith Setzer

Posted on October 19, 2025 by Mike Fuhrman

Mr. Bryant Keith Setzer, affectionately known to family and friends as “Keefie,” completed his earthly journey on Thursday, October 16, 2025, at the Gordon Hospice House in Statesville, N.C. He

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Lisa Cash Davis

Posted on October 19, 2025 by Mike Fuhrman

Lisa Cash Davis, 58, of Troutman, N.C., peacefully passed away on October 7, 2025, at her home surrounded by her loving family after a courageous battle with inflammatory breast cancer.

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Visit Mooresville purchases downtown buildings for new visitor center and offices

Posted on October 19, 2025 by Mike Fuhrman

Special to IFN Visit Mooresville, the destination marketing organization for the Town of Mooresville, has purchased two buildings on North Main Street that will become the new home of the

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