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Dark War Survival has carved out a solid reputation among mobile strategy games. Developed by Florere Game, it throws players into a gritty post-apocalyptic world overrun by zombies and mutated…
The journey toward healing from substance use disorders is a complex process that millions of individuals and families navigate every year. While the challenges of addiction are significant, the modern…
Achieving a life of stability and health often requires a comprehensive strategy that addresses both the body and the mind. While many people recognize that substance use and mental health…
The landscape of personal health is undergoing a significant transformation as society begins to recognize that the wellness of the mind is just as critical as the wellness of the…
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[caption id="attachment_130848" align="aligncenter" width="900"] The starting 11 in Statesville FC’s first-ever match.[/caption] IFN STAFF BURLINGTON — Statesville FC opened its inaugural season with a hard-fought 1-0 loss at Burlington United…
Ada “Marie” Christie Martin, 86, of Statesville, N.C., passed away on Friday, May 8, 2026, at the Gordon Hospice House. Marie was born on August 21, 1939, to the late…
IFN Staff Troutman Town Councilman Nicholas Jaroszynski has been convicted of reckless driving to endanger in Craven County District Court. [caption id="attachment_120951" align="alignright" width="153"] Nicholas Jaroszynski[/caption] Judge Andrew Wigmore found…
BY BRUCE MATLOCK The annual Mooresville Day X Race City Festival was held in Downtown Mooresville on Saturday. Photo Gallery [gallery targetsize="full" link="file" size="medium" ids="130812,130813,130814,130815,130816,130817,130818,130819,130820,130821,130822,130823,130824,130825,130826,130827,130828,130829,130830,130831,130832,130833,130834,130835,130836,130837,130838"]
Special to IFN RALEIGH — Gov. Josh Stein announced this week that North Carolina set a record for tourist spending in 2025, with travelers spending more than $37.2 billion on…
Special to IFN Mitchell Community College will honor its graduates of associate degree, diploma and certificate programs during the annual commencement exercises planned for May 13-21. To accommodate all the…
[caption id="attachment_130852" align="aligncenter" width="682"] Rep. Pat Harrigan (right) is pictured with event moderator William Morgan, who chairs the Greater Statesville of Commerce’s Business Advocacy Council.[/caption] IFN STAFF Rep. Pat Harrigan…
Jeffrey Lynn Baker, 68, of Mooresville, N.C., passed away on Sunday, May 3, 2026. He was born on December 11, 1957, in Mooresville to the late Paul Norman Baker Sr….
Special to IFN The Gemstone District Cub Scouts recently held their annual Cub Scout Olympics at West Iredell High School. Gold medal winners from Cub Scout Packs throughout Iredell County…
Special to IFN Kewaunee Scientific Corporation has been recognized with a major statewide award honoring the impact of its Well Living program, as the company celebrates the program’s 10-year anniversary…
BY DEBBIE PAGE The Mooresville Graded School District Board of Education voted on Tuesday to maintain the district’s tax rate of 15.5 cents per $100 valuation. The board also voted…
The City of Statesville is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer. We do not discriminate in employment practices based on race, color, religion, sex, national origin, political affiliation, non-disqualifying disability or…
IFN Staff The Iredell County Sheriff’s Office reported the following felony arrests: APRIL 29 ♦ Harold Lee Jackson, 58, of Herbert Lane, Statesville, charged with three counts of possession with…
Special to IFN RALEIGH — Governor Josh Stein and emergency management officials are encouraging all North Carolinians to take steps to prepare for hurricanes and tropical storms. The Atlantic hurricane season…
David G.R. Wilcox, 78, of Statesville, N.C., passed away at the Gordon Hospice House to go home and be with the Lord on May 8, 2026. Garland was born on…
BY MIKE FUHRMAN Iredell County Manager Beth Milton presented a proposed $354.1 million budget for the upcoming year to the Board of Commissioners during Tuesday’s board meeting. The spending plan,…
Linda Black Hoke, 79, of Statesville, N.C., passed away at the Gordon Hospice House and went to be with her Lord and Savior on Thursday, May 7, 2026. If you…
[caption id="attachment_130755" align="aligncenter" width="900"] Pictured (from left) are Rotarian Karen Bumgarner, CATS Principal Larry Rogers, Rotarian Brandon Crouch, Rotarian Laura Hanson, scholarship recipients Gabriella Cangero, Paisley Bennett and Brooklyn Pate,…
[caption id="attachment_130752" align="aligncenter" width="749"] Mooresville Dog Mayor Annie poses for a photo with students at Pine Lake Prep.[/caption] Special to IFN As the Town of Mooresville gears up for the…
[caption id="attachment_130747" align="aligncenter" width="1000"] Crosby Scholars senior officers were recognized during the event.[/caption] Special to IFN More than 400 students, parents, and education advocates gathered at the Statesville Event Center…
Special to IFN Based on the authority of the North Carolina Fire Code, Mooresville Fire-Rescue, in conjunction with the N.C. Forestry Service, has lifted the burning ban that prohibits open…
Special to IFN Access to affordable, high-quality child care remains one of the most critical issues facing families, employers, and community leaders in Iredell County, according to the newly released…
[caption id="attachment_130691" align="aligncenter" width="789" class="popover-hover"] Pictured (from left) are Statesville Mayor Doug Hendrix, Abigail Walker, Anna Walker, Kelli Simko, John Walker, and Community Appearance Commission Chair Sherry Harris.[/caption] Special to…
Paul Lestrade Gilbert Jr., 86, died at home surrounded by his family on Tuesday, May 5, 2026. He was born on March 28, 1940, in Statesville, N.C., and was the…
Thomas “Tommy” Reid Parker, 80, of Harmony, N.C., a cherished husband, devoted father and grandfather, revered community leader, and beloved friend, went home to the Lord on May 5, 2026,…
Donna Ann (Bustle) Grant, a cherished member of her community and beloved by her family, passed away peacefully on May 5, 2026, at Duke Health Lake Norman in Mooresville. Born…
Patricia “Trish” Graham Black, 68, of Mooresville, N.C., went to be with the Lord on Sunday, May 3, 2026, at the Gordon Hospice House in Statesville, N.C. She was born…
Elke Brune Clark, 79, of Mount Mourne, N.C., passed away on Wednesday, May 6, 2026, at Duke Health Lake Norman Hospital surrounded by her loving family. She was born on…
BY JEFF CORBETT Long-time Food Editor Irene Sax wrote the following story for Newsday: Back in 1961, Jean Nidetch, a 214-pound homemaker desperate to lose weight, went to the New…
BY KARISSA MILLER School board members, local leaders and community members gathered Tuesday to break ground on the new Parkertown Elementary School. According to school officials, the project has been…